My Takes on GPS Representatives
Hayden Lavercombe (TKS)-It's rare to see only one Kings Boy within the GPS representatives team but I think the selectors have done a perfect job selecting Hayden. You won't see the kid in the scorer's collum all too often but watching him continuously take hit-up after hit-up, pushing those few inches once on the ground you see the type of player he is. He's a forward coaches dream and deserves the spot
Marshall Le Maitre (SHORE)-Backs up the year he's having with a stellar performance. Not much to say he's a combination of strength and speed and works well in defence and attack. Maitre has been in try-scoring form recently with a hat trick to top off last weekend's win. Perfect choice for captain in my opinion
Le Maitre is opposite to CAS Oliver Aboud. In 2023 Le Maitre played 2nd XV GPS last and Aboud played 1st CAS. This is sure to be the match-up to watch this game and I'm excited to watch these two go at it.
Angus Grover (SIC)-While Riverview has faced some team challenges Angus has continuously had a great season highlighted by his game-winning conversion in round 1 against Shore. The game is going to always run through the performance of the 9 and there isn't much more anyone in the comp could ask for
Matt Gough (SJC)-Matt's proved to be one of the cornerstones of Joey's back line this season. Powerful and fast he plays the game with precision and if he isn't the one scoring the try he's often the one passing it on. I think his selection at 12 was set in stone and I look forward to his game, especially after witnessing his performance at Knox a fair while back now
Justice Taumoepeau (SJC)-Justice throughout his entire schoolboy career has seemed to be leagues above his competitors. He spearheaded his dominant year group until his call-up to first grade last year. An excellent hat-trick game against Knox has led me to say I'm most excited to see him play in this squad.
Rex Bassingthwaighte (SHORE)-Much like his brother Leo, Rex understands the game to a great extent. Rex has proven a valuable addition to the squad and has adjusted his game perfectly to the shore system. He has an excellent kicking game and his speed and technical ability are like very few.
Predictions
GPS Win 14+
Best on field-Justice Taumoepeau
Suprise player-Hayden Lavercombe
Pies-Rex Bassingthwaighte, Matt Gough, Tom Hartman
Dark Horses!
Best on Field-Angus Grover
Suprise Player-Charlie Gattas
Pies-Arthur Greer, Flynn Clatworthy (Come on Forwards!!!)