NSW AAGPS 2025

[Rugbynbeers]

Not so sure about Kings 16s age group being notably weaker, the season will tell as always.

Kings lead all day until the final minute (lost 10-12) against a physically strong NC team on the weekend enhanced by two new Genblue U14s players the year prior. Kings had 6 of their best not starting or injured, all of which were with Next Gen U15s or in the final 3 U16s cuts from the Kings opens squad this year.

Last year Kings U15s lost by a conversion (5-7) in the last minute against Riverview who beat Joeys the next week. I believe all other Kings games were close other than Joeys last year.

I would says all 2024 U15s teams were competitive including Scots when they played the full team back from Glengarry. Agree Joeys and Riverview were the strongest (mainly better team cohesion, and execution of structure). This year if Joeys/Riverview have a couple of the best players in the Opens, and Kings/New/Shore/Scots have improvements, the competition is wide open this year. All teams could foreseeably finish last or first.

not to say they are weak, but comparing to the other 3 age groups they definitely have been the weakest. The As may be strong but they lack depth into the B’s,C’s and Ds

 

[Rugbynbeers]

I didn't take much notice to kings last year, they weren't there in terms of expectations from 2023, as it always is an uphill battle coming back from a prem winning season. Definitely heard the name in waratahs 16s before but i will try keep a closer eye on him.

-lineoutlord

Risati is up their with the likes off Boston Fakafunu and not to get ahead off ourselves but Peanisini and Sualli. there season will ride a lot on him in the backline alongside Ben sawyer, Both class.

Forward pack will win this Kings teams games with the likes off Fonua, smith, hasani and lavercomb all locks for NSW 18s and contesting for Aus 18s. lavercomb and Fonua who both play Aus last year are predominantly locks.

 

[bigbaldpauline]

Risati is up their with the likes off Boston Fakafunu and not to get ahead off ourselves but Peanisini and Sualli. there season will ride a lot on him in the backline alongside Ben sawyer, Both class.

Forward pack will win this Kings teams games with the likes off Fonua, smith, hasani and lavercomb all locks for NSW 18s and contesting for Aus 18s. lavercomb and Fonua who both play Aus last year are predominantly locks.

why hasn't sawyer being playing. him and risati in the same backline will be exciting to watch, can't forget about the 9 kai wilson extemely fit and physical up there with the like of grover i think.

 

[WeloveFooty.com]

Kings 3xv have just received new Kiwi Import Campbell Barrett, Cousin to yes the Barrett brothers. People compare him to a young Jordie, with a huge physical presence and frame, standing at 6'4, 103 kg, agile, hands like heaven. Coming off a Knee Injury last season, be sure to watch out for him climb through the ranks and into the Kings 1st XV. Looking to partner with Risati in the centres for Kings this year. He's a talent, the perfect player, speed of Beauden, Skill of Jordie and biff of Scott.

 

[CasualObserver]

Just to remind everyone trials is just that trials. I could not care if Auggies put 100 on Scots. If any of you remember, back in trials was all about trying out combos, getting ready for the season etc. so let's all take a deep breath and remember, the comp is what matters.

True. It looks like they have sorted out which combos don't work in every age group and grade, which is a good thing as the comp starts in two weeks.

 

[saladsdontwinscrums1]

anyone have Newingtons 1st XV team list for this weekend?

 

[DaSchmooze]

Just to remind everyone trials is just that trials. I could not care if Auggies put 100 on Scots. If any of you remember, back in trials was all about trying out combos, getting ready for the season etc. so let's all take a deep breath and remember, the comp is what matters.

True.

But Auggies were in trial mode too. And they beat every Scots team they played in every grade they played them - by a lot.

There's no spinning it.

It was a dreadful result - trial or no trial - and if it didn't set off alarm bells at McTemu Castle then I don't know what will.

 

[footyforlife2048]

anyone have Newingtons 1st XV team list for this weekend?

Predicted Newington 1st XV this weekend Vs Cranbrook - Trial 2

1. Viliami A
2. Annikan Richardson
3. Harry Davies
4. Daniel Muir
5. Kupu M
6. Nathan Perkins
7. Ashton Thomas
8. Dylan Simmons
9. Harry Whitaker
10. Keone A-T
11. Heamasi Makasini
12. Jarryd King
13. Braith Sloane
14. Bailey R-L
15. Callum Grantham

Keen to see how they go coming off a narrow loss to Kings - especially With 5 new additions to the side. Just over a week left before round 1 so the side should be starting to finalise.

- Footyforlife2048

 

[Mule]

Predicted Newington 1st XV this weekend Vs Cranbrook - Trial 2

1. Viliami A
2. Annikan Richardson
3. Harry Davies
4. Daniel Muir
5. Kupu M
6. Nathan Perkins
7. Ashton Thomas
8. Nathan Perkins
9. Harry Whitaker
10. Keone A-T
11. Heamasi Makasini
12. Jarryd King
13. Braith Sloane
14. Bailey R-L
15. Callum Grantham

Keen to see how they go coming off a narrow loss to Kings - especially With 5 new additions to the side. Just over a week left before round 1 so the side should be starting to finalise.

- Footyforlife2048

two Nathan Perkins? No Kden Carter?

 

[Joker]

McTemu Castle

??? Please elaborate. Nice name. I am looking for something other than the Death Star. Time for an update

 

[DaSchmooze]

??? Please elaborate. Nice name. I am looking for something other than the Death Star. Time for an update

In reference to Scot's new building. To me it looks like a knock-off Scottish Castle - something that you could buy at Temu. "Mc" for added Scottish flavour

 

[The Front Rower]

1. Kings
2. Joeys
3. Scots
4. View
5. Newington
6. Shore

??? Please elaborate. Nice name. I am looking for something other than the Death Star. Time for an update90@

??? Please elaborate. Nice name. I am looking for something other than the Death Star. Time for an update

The castle was 90% funded by Chinese money, simple. Hence the nickname created in this forum.

 

[The Front Rower]

The castle was 90% funded by Chinese money, simple. Hence the nickname created in this forum.

There is a Chinese tea room on the top floor, a Chinese study reflection area and a commisioned portrait of a Chinese student in like 1896 who captained the 1stXV. All Fung Shui.

 

[Fantastic Sir Toad]

The castle was 90% funded by Chinese money, simple. Hence the nickname created in this forum.

Does anyone know of any Chinese players in past Scots opens teams.

 

[The Front Rower]

Does anyone know of any Chinese players in past Scots opens teams.

Breaking news out of TSC the TSC 1stXV of 2029 have started there preparations and are ready for GPS glory.

 

[Rugbynbeers]

why hasn't sawyer being playing. him and risati in the same backline will be exciting to watch, can't forget about the 9 kai wilson extemely fit and physical up there with the like of grover i think.

He was knocked out for over 50 seconds during a trial game against Newo., Following the 21 day stand down protocols.

will be back round 1, most likely at 15.

 

[Can Man Stan]

Predicted Newington 1st XV this weekend Vs Cranbrook - Trial 2

1. Viliami A
2. Annikan Richardson
3. Harry Davies
4. Daniel Muir
5. Kupu M
6. Nathan Perkins
7. Ashton Thomas
8. Dylan Simmons
9. Harry Whitaker
10. Keone A-T
11. Heamasi Makasini
12. Jarryd King
13. Braith Sloane
14. Bailey R-L
15. Callum Grantham

Keen to see how they go coming off a narrow loss to Kings - especially With 5 new additions to the side. Just over a week left before round 1 so the side should be starting to finalise.

- Footyforlife2048

@Will O"Beers get a grip mate,

Newington should go alright this week with the trial of new combinations as well as dealing with injuries. Newington should seek to play physical game and use their size especially against a lacklustre side in Cranbrook, who are lacking some serious testosterone. Doesn't take a genius to figure out that Newington will look to spread it wide to Heamasi and get him involved early, we'll see if Cranbrook have any brains and how they can prevent it with the struggle of their poor line speed allowing the new backs to spread the rock with ease.

 

[Fantastic Sir Toad]

Breaking news out of TSC the TSC 1stXV of 2029 have started there preparations and are ready for GPS glory.

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Bears a resemblance to typical High 1st XVs of late. Let us hope that better days are ahead for High. As for TSC...

 

[The Cleaner]

Does anyone know of any Chinese players in past Scots opens teams.

Does SIUA WONG at the Roosters count? He was a Scot boy

 

[The Cleaner]

1. Sheck (N)
2. Smith (K)
3. Lavercombe (K)
4. Galligan (E)
5. Fonua (K)
6. Clout (E)
7. Taumoepeau (J)
8. Lemoto (S)
9. Grover (I) (C)
10. Risati (K)
11. Makasini (N)
12. Gough (J)
13. O. Large (S)
14. Folkes (I)
15. Callaghan (E)

Lemoto might already be at the Les Rouge et Noir by then. Who is the back up #8