A chill was on the breeze in Airlie Beach this weekend for the 2024 Sea Eagles Sponsor and Volunteer Appreciation Day. The Sea Eagles Senior Women's team had the game of the day, with the Under 17s also out to show the sponsors who was boss on the field. A big thank you goes out to every Sea Eagles volunteer and sponsor, including major supporters Mama Africa, Chookcrete, and Shirtfront Solutions.
The Mackay Magpies proved too polished for the Sea Eagles Senior Men, who were missing several regular players and had to field seven Under 17 players. Despite the challenges, the Sea Eagles fought hard but eventually posted a loss, 52–102.
In a closely contested match, the Sea Eagles Senior Women managed to get their running game on in the final quarter, pulling away from the Mackay Magpies to secure a win, 51–28. A solid team effort saw Mia Trinder and Nikki Heffer putting multiple goals on the scoreboard.
After a previous spiteful clash against the Magpies in Mackay, the Sea Eagles Under 17s were determined to maintain discipline and let their skills dictate the match result. The Sea Eagles started well, kicking into the wind and playing an excellent brand of football. Their forwards rewarded the hard work done downfield, leading to a comfortable 70–10 victory.
The Sea Eagles Under 14s were fighting to stay alive for a finals chance. They dominated the first term, having the majority of play up forward, but were unable to sustain their intensity and find the goals, ultimately falling to the Magpies, 14–51.
The Sea Eagles Under 12s were outplayed by the Mackay Magpies, failing to find their rhythm and posting a 1–55 loss.
This week, the Whitsunday Sea Eagles Juniors hit the road south to take on the Swans at Rogers Oval in the Under 12s and Under 14s. The remaining Sea Eagles teams have a bye. The next home game, marking Sea Eagles Family Day, is set for August 17.
Contributed with thanks to Whitsunday Sea Eagles
Photo Credit: Cody Fowler