It was a home kick-off for two Whitsunday Brahman’s sides over the weekend, as both the Reserve grade and the A grade took on a travelling pair of Carltons Devils’ teams.
It was a hard lot for the Reserves who were beaten in an absolute blowout, with much to mention in Reserve Grade.
The game ended with Brahmans copping a hiding from the Reserve Grade ladder leaders.
A Grade Coach Ricky Bourke’s side faired much better in what he said was a “typical gutsy performance”.
“Having the lead early in the second half, we just didn't have the numbers to keep going all game and ran out of steam late,” he said.
“The effort across the last month from both As and 20s shows why this club is in a great place moving forward, and I look forward to seeing where that goes.”
The under-strength Brahmans side took on second placed Carltons in a very physical encounter where they stuck it to them for 80 per cent of the game - at times even leading.
Despite Carlton’s being reduced to 12 players for the second half, Brahmans were unable to maintain lead in the latter stages.
An outstanding game by Adam Crear in the middle with penetrating runs and some bruising defence, with the game finishing 14-30.
All teams have a bye this weekend, but the following round will see the Brahmans travel to Moranbah in the final round of the competition.
It is a must win game for the A Grade with Reserve Grade out of finals contention and under 20s securing their spot in the finals already.
The home side were eager to show their mettle against second placed Carltons, but ran out of steam in the second half
Their first home match of the season was well supported, with a $5000 dollar raffle as part of the Brahmans Bullsh*t Bingo
There were special fans in attendance, including a pup decked out in a jersey
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