Brahmans Continue Climb Up the Ladder Despite Tough Mackay Challenge

The Whitsunday Brahmans senior men's teams made the trip to Mackay on Saturday to take on Wests Tigers, while the club's women's side enjoyed another scheduled bye round.

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With strong winds creating challenging conditions throughout the day, the Under 20s were first to take the field against a quality Wests outfit. Knowing they were in for a tough contest, the young Brahmans dug deep and showed plenty of determination.

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Local lads Sam Dodgson and Levi Deveigne crossed for the visitors, but Wests proved too strong on the day, claiming a 38-8 victory. Despite the result, the Under 20s continue to show encouraging signs as they work hard to build combinations and strengthen their squad for the future.

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Reserve Grade was next and continued their impressive season in emphatic fashion. The Brahmans ran riot, crossing for four first-half tries before adding another three after the break in a dominant display finishing a brilliant display of footy with a 38-22 win.

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Coach Matt Court had every reason to be proud as his side secured another convincing victory, with the win helping the Brahmans cement third position on the ladder as finals football edges closer.

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The final game of the day saw the A Grade side take on one of the competition's heavyweights. With several changes to the team from the original line-up, the Brahmans welcomed Byron Taylor back into the top-grade side.

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Taylor wasted little time making an impact, crossing within the opening 10 minutes to put the Brahmans on the scoreboard and set the tone for the afternoon. From there, the visitors controlled much of the contest, showing the confidence and resilience that has become a hallmark of their season. 

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While Wests Tigers remain one of the competition's leading finals contenders, the Brahmans continue to prove they belong among the league's best. 

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Once considered outsiders, the Proserpine outfit now finds itself firmly in the finals conversation, sitting fourth on the ladder and building momentum at the right time of the year.

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Attention now turns to a huge home fixture this Sunday at Les Stagg Oval, Proserpine.  

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The women's side will once again have a bye, while the Under 20s kick off proceedings at 11:30am. Reserve Grade and A Grade will follow as all three men's teams take on the Magpies in what promises to be an exciting day of rugby league.

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With ladder positions on the line and finals drawing closer, the Brahmans will be looking to make the most of home-ground advantage and continue their charge towards September football.

Contributed with thanks to Amanda Bourke.

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