CENTRAL COAST RUGBY UNION – Minor Semi RESULTS
Minor Semi 9th August, 2025
Wyong Leagues Group Premier 1
Warnervale 21 def. Lake Macquarie 19
This was finals rugby at its best, a contest that ebbed and flowed, full of big moments, strong carries, and plenty of tension right until the final whistle. In front of a vocal Woy Woy Oval crowd, Warnervale edged past Lake Macquarie 21–19 with a stunning try out wide just two minutes from time.
The opening stages were tight, with both sides looking to assert dominance in the wet conditions. The Roos’ pack, led by the ever-impressive Rameo Bainivalu, carried strongly and defended with intent, keeping Warnervale pinned for long periods. Bainivalu’s work rate, supported by his fellow loose forwards, continually put Lake Macquarie on the front foot.
Points were at a premium early, with both teams only finding the scoreboard late in the first half. Each time one side built momentum, the other found a way to wrestle it back, whether through a big defensive set, a clever territorial kick, or quick hands to shift the ball wide. The match became a true arm wrestle, but one played at pace, with multiple passages of free-flowing rugby despite the greasy surface.
The second half was no less dramatic. Lake Macquarie looked to have the upper hand after some well-constructed phases, but Warnervale refused to go away. Their leaders stood tall, steering the side around the park and keeping the pressure on the Roos. In the dying minutes, with the game in the balance, Warnervale produced a sweeping attacking movement that stretched the defence before finishing in the corner sealing a dramatic two-point win.
Both teams can be proud of a performance that showcased skill, heart, and the spirit of the competition. For Warnervale, the result means a ticket to the next stage; for Lake Macquarie, it was a brave and passionate display to finish their season.
Premier 2
Razorbacks 26 def. Lake Macquarie 0
In a match where neither side truly held control for long stretches, the Razorbacks produced the key moments needed to secure a 26–0 shutout over Lake Macquarie.
The first half was a stop-start affair in wet, unsettled conditions, with the Razorbacks taking a 14–0 lead into the break thanks to composed finishing and strong forward carries. The Roos kept themselves in the contest through gritty defence and committed work at the breakdown, but the Razorbacks’ patience eventually paid off.
Late second-half tries sealed the result, with four different players: D. Lawson, Taylor Smith, Jye Clack, and Max Cunynghame finding the tryline. While Lake Macquarie can be proud of a season that ended in finals football, the Razorbacks showed their class when it mattered most, booking their place in the next stage.
Women’s Premier 1
Lake Macquarie 45 def. Warnervale 7
In tough, wet conditions, Lake Macquarie and Warnervale went toe-to-toe in a tight first half, heading into the break locked at 7–7. Both sides were committed in defence and willing to take the game to the line, with neither giving an inch in the opening 25 minutes.
The second half, however, belonged entirely to the Roos. The blistering pace and slick finishing of Alicia Weir turned the match on its head. Anything that went wide spelled trouble for Warnervale, as Weir bagged a scintillating hat-trick. Claudia Richardson added a classy double, stretching the Warnervale defence and creating space for her teammates to capitalise.
Despite their best efforts, Warnervale began to tire under the relentless pressure, and Lake Macquarie’s backline flair proved decisive, surging away to a 45–7 victory and advancing further into the finals series.
Premier 3
Terrigal 43 def. Northlakes / The Bay 10
In wet and unpredictable conditions at Woy Woy Oval, Terrigal powered through to a convincing 43–10 victory over Northlakes / The Bay in the Premier 3 Minor Semi-Final.
Both forward packs set the tone early, producing strong, physical exchanges in the tight contest. Terrigal’s dominance in key moments allowed them to unleash their backline, resulting in a flurry of well-finished tries. Todd Atkins, Nicholas Armstrong, Jackson O’Mara, Jacob Griggs, and Nate Vaughan all crossed the stripe for the Trojans, with the scoreboard pressure proving too much for their opponents.
Northlakes / The Bay showed determination in challenging conditions and were rewarded with tries to Aaron Weston and Keehan Kepkey-Pilseon, ensuring they remained in the fight.
Ultimately, Terrigal’s structure, execution, and ability to adapt to the shifting weather saw them secure a strong win and book their spot in the next stage of the finals.