Sport
8 July, 2024
Big weekend win for Atherton Roosters
THE Atherton Roosters notched up a big victory over Suburbs at Gordonvale on Saturday night, positioning the team well for the finals.
Roosters hooker Jayden Connors and forward Riley Flute both scored doubles in their side's 40-10 win.
It was try for try between the two teams in the first 20 minutes before the Roosters lifted and took control.
Up 18-10 at half time, the Roosters went onto to deliver a further 22 unanswered points and finish well on top of their opposition.
The win keeps the Roosters in a good position for the 2024 finals series.
The Roosters also won the Under 19 game 36-22 while Suburbs took the reserve grade points over the Roosters 18-16.
It wasn’t a good day for the Roosters Ladies team though, with Kangaroos leading them 22-0 at halftime before winning 44-10.
FNQ rugby league premiership action continues for the Senior Roosters at Innisfail this Saturday.
