NSW AAGPS 2025

[Footy head]

A name too look out for out of Newington this year is definitely Kden Carter. His performance at the 16s Waratahs was nothing short of brilliant! He is new to Newington starting just after the end of the rugby season and will mean the fight for positions in the Newington backs tightens between Kden Carter, Callum Grantham, Tyson Price, Braith Sloane, Jarryd King, Heamasi Makasini, Bailey R-L and Ofa Latu. Should be a dangerous year with all these boys fighting for a spot.

-Footyhead

 

[Maul of Duty]

Will Makasini play given he has signed his deal with League. I hope that he does but just was not sure how that would play out

 

[Footy head]

Rumor is Makasini will in fact not play schoolboy rugby this year as his contract with the tigers is not allowing it. No real details yet but not looking like he will be allowed to play. Set to be on schedule if fit for round 1 of the nrl next year.

-Footyhead

 

[Newitonga]

Intresting that Hamilford, Leahy, Murdoch, Readon, Frape and Hockey are not included somewhere in this line-up

I'd put Sherrington over Reardon for number 7, although Murdoch could be a major contender for number 7. Frape could get the nod over Sidwell for number 4. Hockey would contest Charlie Mott for number 14. What positions are Hamilford and Leahy, believe they were 16A's 2024.

 

[Maul of Duty]

Rumor is Makasini will in fact not play schoolboy rugby this year as his contract with the tigers not allowing it.

Thanks for the update. It will be a shame not to see him play if this is the case. I can understand from the Tigers perspective through but will be a big loss for the NC backline

 

[wisemaan]

Sherrington looks like he could have the upper hand however his rowing commitments may hinder his chances early on. Only time will tell... I believe Hamilford was on the wing and Leahy number 12 though can also playback row. Both 16A's.

- wis

 

[The Cleaner]

RE: Callum Grantham, will he play?

 

[fortheloveofthegame]

Joeys was 7 yr 11 / 8 year 12. The coaches should have picked more yr 12’s, they would have won.

 

[Joker]

Joeys traditionally picks the best kid for the team. Eg. Beale (yr 10) McCann (yr 9)

 

[Footy head]

Looks like Grantham will play for now but, it is still up in the air as he will be training with the sharks Top 30 squad this off season. Things not looking good for some of Newington's biggest stars!

-Footyhead

 

[Footy head]

After this new News my ladder predictions have changed:

1. Joeys - The Year 12 cohort was undefeated until U16, when many players were moved to opens. They have the strongest forward pack in the competition, great backs and with Joeys always being contenders, this led me to place them here.

2. Scots - They have consistently been a strong team as they progressed through the ranks. The Large brothers, when healthy, can really wreak havoc against most teams. Along with their 2nds team winning the comp in 2024, Scots will be no joke in 2024.

3. Newington - Although Newington is losing Makasini and possibly Grantham, I believe they will still give every team a run for their money. With the strongest front row in the GPS, including Sheck, Davies (NSW School 1's 2024), and Viliamu, they will dominate opposing scrums all year and will definitely remain competitive in the 2025 season.

4. Shore - Although they are the reigning premiers, Shore will experience a significant step down from last season. Losing Le Maitre is a major loss, along with a completely new front row. I think they will suffer a few tight losses throughout the year, landing them in 4th place unfortunately.

5. Kings - Similar to last year, the competition will be even closer, which may leave strong teams like Kings and Riverview in the bottom two. I’ve placed Kings here because I believe they will again experience a few tight losses against teams they could beat, and I feel this will be another building year for Risati to lead a winning Kings team in 2026.

6. Riverview - As I mentioned earlier, this year's competition will be as tight as ever, and it’s always hard to count out a team with such quality in the number 9 jersey. However, I don’t think the rest of the team is at the level needed to be competitive this year.

-Footyhead

 

[Mudgee Mudcrab]

Frape, Reardon, Murdoch and Leahy are all high contenders for the flanker position. Maybe Frape being a versitile player as a second row and a flanker option could get him the spot. Murdoch speaks for himself by the way he plays on the field. If anyone got down to the Kings vs Shore u16A game at kings you'd understand what I am talking about. Leahy is a hard ball carying, tackling machine and pilfer demon on the pitch. Its going to be a big pre season for these boys. Hamilford (Wing) was arguably one of the players to watch for the 16A's, whenever he got the ball he looked like scoring. Again going to be a big pre-season for him to prove himself.

 

[PROPaganda]

Yikes! A few takes that won't age well.

Joeys will no doubt be solid.

To think that you've put Scots at 2nd is laughable, they just went into the 2024 season with one of the most stacked teams we've seen and they couldn't even get a top 3 spot, and most of their top players are leaving this year (Brial, Fittler, Jaques).

Newington might've been up there but with no Makasini, I think they'll be closer to their 2024 finish.

I think people are sleeping on Shore, they have the GPS 1sts 10 and 15 returning, this duo will no doubt dominate and with decent forwards with 1st XV experience (Armati, Galligan, Stock, Clout), I think they'll be right up there, we might even see a Joeys Shore GF again next year.

TKS wont have a strong year with a relatively weak year 12 group. But they will have high hopes for the 2026 season so a solid year will build nicely into a premiership.

Riverview will NOT finish last! The likes of Grover and Dempsey will earn the white and blue stripe some great victories, although not enough to be in title contention.

My Predicted Ladder:
1. Joeys
2. Shore
3. Riverview
4. Newington
5. Kings
6. Scots

 

[fortheloveofthegame]

Joeys traditionally picks the best kid for the team. Eg. Beale (yr 10) McCann (yr 9)

Yes, traditionally.

 

[Footy head]

Any team with the Large brothers will be dangerous, but I admit that was a bit of a brain lapse on my part. I’m starting to think that Joeys will be far ahead of everyone else. That said, if Makasini and Grantham are able to play, Newington could be a significant threat.

-Footyhead

 

[TBelly]

A few young ones listed here who have already had a decent season in 1sts at their respective schools. Would think they’d feature again in any team lists for 2025

 

[Footy head]

For Newington:

Keone A-T - 1s - 12

Kden Carter - 1s - 15

Anakin Richardson - 2s - 2 or 3

Ofa Latu - 2s - 13

Jarryd King - 1s - 11

-Footyhead

 

[Rudderless]

Best of luck to all the Rugby boys who have chosen Rowing as their Summer sport.
The 1st Regatta of the season begins at SIRC tomorrow.

 

[Footy head]

Not many from Newington this year.

-Footyhead

 

[Newitonga]

On second thought, I think Frape will get the #4 position over Sidwell, and yes I agree that the number 7 position is really up for grabs with multiple boys in contention.