Sydney Subbies 2024

[Northies]

Sorry I've been in a coma since November last year, just woke up. After my pats boys got despicably demoted, could someone tell me where the Barraclough 1 vs 2 semi is so I can go watch them?

 

[SubbiesSoftie]

Geez everyone comes out of the woodwork to remind you of one bloke making an extremely bold call 6 months ago! I'm sure they're all from extremely well populated and successful clubs of their own!
A great day out at Newport today. Pats finish the regular season with 3 minor premierships and another runners up, not a bad outcome but definitely less than we would have liked!

 

[Bismarck12345]

Who would’ve seen how Div 2 played out this year. Understandable that some clubs would be upset with results, but surely this puts to bed any complaints about competitiveness? Tipping Briars for the barraclough st this stage. A bit out of left field but they are looking the most threatening of the remaining four. Really though, it’s anyone’s game and that’s great for the competition.

 

[HogansHeros]

Appears Beecrofts breif and ambitious attempt at Div2 has come to an end.

 

[Lurker]

Petersham Barraclough. Lol

 

[Pfitzy]

Round 14
Wakehurst (4) v Hornsby (1)
Canterbury (6) v Chatswood (5)
Raptors (2) v Kings (8)
Renegades (3) v Redfield (7)

3 from 4. Redfield showed the value of long experience together and sublime gas on the outside to capitalise on our mistakes. Had our opportunities but lack of training time together was a factor. ROBRs still have a great core and hopefully can build back next year after a tough 2024.

Club Champions were decided after Hornsby Grose Cup failed to get the job done against Wakehurst, opening the door for Raptors to make a statment. Congrats to the Raptors winning the Herlihy Shield by 100 points. The one that got away for the Lions.

 

[grievous]

I would just like to say I havent read this thread for some time now because of the negative tragic stories I may learn. I have played with 3 subbies clubs, one since died, one teetering on same...I hate reading about the shrinking sizes of general clubland out there

 

[TheBigArvo]

I would just like to say I havent read this thread for some time now because of the negative tragic stories I may learn. I have played with 3 subbies clubs, one since died, one teetering on same...I hate reading about the shrinking sizes of general clubland out there

It’s not just a Subbies problem, the numbers in Shute are way down as welll. If we keep trying to operate in our own bubbles this sport will die out rapidly. We need to think outside the box about how we can make these numbers work for our competition’s

 

[Pfitzy]

It’s not just a Subbies problem, the numbers in Shute are way down as welll. If we keep trying to operate in our own bubbles this sport will die out rapidly. We need to think outside the box about how we can make these numbers work for our competition’s

Agreed. We don't have any meaningful alignment between our Unions here in Sydney to capitalise on the work put in at each level.

 

[Heure]

Heard Newport will want to stay in Div2 next year any update on this heavyD?

 

[Prodigy]

Heard Newport will want to stay in Div2 next year any update on this heavyD?

Not what they were suggesting last week.

 

[Bismarck12345]

Not what they were suggesting last week.

Does finals results dictate whether clubs move up or not or is it just the club championship?

 

[Prodigy]

Does finals results dictate whether clubs move up or not or is it just the club championship?

There’s a can of worms. Neither will result directly in promotion/relegation. It’s all at the board’s discretion.

 

[HogansHeros]

Will they go back to Div 3? Or lower?

Wouldnt have a clue. Theyve bounced between 2 and 3 a bit havent they? So assume back to 3.

 

[TheBigArvo]

Heard Newport will want to stay in Div2 next year any update on this heavyD?

The question should be does Knox want to move up or are they happy in Div 3. With Epping Beecroft and Hills not fielding all grades this year surely at least Epping and Beecroft are going to be dropped potentially past Div 3. This will leave a hole in Div 2 that needs to be filled

 

[Crashy]

Penrith!

 

[HogansHeros]

Will Hornsby want to play Div 3? Might need 2 conferences.

 

[TheBigArvo]

Pfitzy any update on when the catch up games for Div 5 will be played?
Two wins for Oatley could put them into 2nd which seems crazy to pass up.

 

[Prodigy]

Final Round throwing up some great stories in Division 2.

Firstly, congratulations to Newport clinching the Club Championship. A very fit unit of lads running around. Well done on your wins in 2s and 3s.

Barraclough: Newport guaranteed to claim the minor premiership. Hills and Briars battle it out with the winner guaranteed in and the loser hoping results go their way or they can pick up two bonus points. UNSW waiting to see what happens. St Pats needing the BP win at Newport in the toughest road trip in Subbies. Newport wont forget that Pats were sprouting their dominance over the division at the start of the year. Beecroft needing a BP win over a resurgent Petersham, who despite losing last start scored 48 points.
My prediction: 1. Newport; 2. Hills; 3. Briars; 4. Beecroft; 5. UNSW; 6. St Pats; 7. Petersham
Stockdale: Newport and St Pats battle it out for the minor premiership. UNSW finish third regardless of their result against Epping, however, the Rams need a win to secure fourth place (game is for double points). Petersham will look to dominate Beecroft, secure the BP and hope the other result goes their way. Hills and Briars playing for pride.
My prediction: 1. Newport; 2. St Pats; 3. UNSW; 4. Epping; 5. Petersham; 6. Hills; 7. Beecroft; 8. Briars
Robertson (Colts): Again a top of the table clash between Newport and Pats, however, Pats have secured the minor premiership. UNSW play HH2 with a win locking 3rd place; Petersham are locked into semis but will want to prove it against Beecroft. Colleagues II and Briars playing to avoid the bottom of the table
My prediction: 1. St Pats; 2. Newport; 3. UNSW; 4. Petersham; 5. Beecroft; 6. Hunters Hill 2; 7. Briars; 8. Colleagues 2
Blunt: Another minor premiership battle between Newport and St Pats. Petersham with the bye are locked into third. UNSW have fourth place locked down.
My prediction: 1. Newport; 2. St Pats; 3. Petersham; 4. UNSW; 5. Hills; 6. Epping; 7. Briars
Richardson: Top of the table clash at Porter, however, Pats have the minor premiership. Second place is up for grabs if Newport lose and don't collect any BP. An Epping win over UNSW will see them leapfrog the Breakers. Briars will be hoping for a Rams win and a win themselves over Hills. Interestingly though, UNSW have played an extra game in this comp.
My prediction: 1. St Pats; 2. Epping; 3. Newport; 4. Briars; 5. UNSW; 6. Hills; 7. Petersham
Good luck to all teams involved. Division 2 has been a great competition. Well done to the Breakers who will no doubt be looking forward to the challenge of Division 1 next year.

Almost.....
Barraclough: Newport vs Briars; Hills vs UNSW
Stockdale: Newport vs St Pats; UNSW vs Epping
Robertson: St Pats vs Newport; UNSW vs Petersham
Blunt: St Pats vs Newport; Petersham vs UNSW
Richardson: St Pats vs Newport; Epping vs UNSW
Major semi finals to be played at Rothwell Park (Newport, Briars & St Pats); minor semi finals to be played at Yattenden Park (Hills, UNSW, Epping & Petersham). An unlucky Beecroft the only club not represented in finals.

 

[Prodigy]

Final round in Division 3 throws up some spice as well. Three clubs genuinely in contention for the club championship with Knox ahead by 30 and 46 over Merrylands and Sydney Irish, respectively.
Clark: Merrylands travel to Knox with the minor premiership on their mind. A win here could double down their minor premiership and club championship. Irish travel to Valley, which is by no means a guaranteed win. Harbour should be too good for Barker, locking in third place. Quins, after forfeiting to Merrylands and then posting a pic to their socials of the players enjoying a beer at the pub, will look for a pride win over LCOi.
My prediction: 1. Merrylands; 2. Irish; 3. Harbour; 4. Knox; 5. Valley; 6. Harlequins; 7. LCOI; 8. Barker
Farrant: Irish probably will be too good for Valley to lock down top spot, however, Valley have secured their post season. Knox will look to knock off Merrylands to secure the club championship. Harbour , Baker, Harlequins and LCOI, playing for pride, although the fixture between Quins and LCOI might be a game of cat and mouse to see who forfeits first.
My prediction: 1. Irish; 2. Merrylands; 3. Knox; 4. Valley; 5. Harbour; 6. Barker; 7. Harlequins; 8. LCOI
Nicholson: Knox, out and out minor premiers and looking for an undefeateed season, should do the job on Chatswood. LCOI should be too much for Wakehurst but will want those numbers back in a hurry to secure second. Easts, I mean Harbour, will be too much for a gallant Mac Uni and Hawkesbury Valley will lap the trying Brothers.
My prediction: 1. Knox; 2. LCOI; 3. Easts Harbour; 4. Balley; 5. Wakehurst; 6. Chatswood; 7. Mac Uni; 8. Brothers

I think Knox win second grade and colts, and that's enough for them to secure the Division 3 club championship. After Colts, they will be ahead by 70; a win in second grade puts them up by 118, but Merrylands win first grade with the bonus point and miss the CC by a measly 8 points.

Update
Clark: Knox with the 'upset' win over Merrylands threw this one out and landed them the CC. Irish vs Merrylands; Harbour vs Knox
Farrant: as predicted Irish vs Merrylands; Knox vs Valley
Nicholson (Colts): as predicted; Knox vs LCOI; Harbour vs Valley
So next week at Hassall Park, we'll see both Colts game from 10:45 then minor semis; and David Phillips Field will host the Irish vs Merrylands major semi finals.