Wyong scored twice in the opening four minutes. Erin Kessler and Kelsey Clark finished some direct play which had the home team retreating and making quick defensive decisions under pressure. Sarah Dimech converted both tries to give the Roos an early 12-0 lead.
Georgia Corbett hit a hole off Sarah, burst into the backfield then passed to Shae Slattery in support. Shae was well tagged, but a quick right side spread allowed Erin Kessler to cross. The conversion attempt was unsuccessful. Wyong 16-0.
Gabriella Young scored wide on the left after swift ball movement put the centre in space on the outside of her marker. The conversion attempt was waved away. Wyong 20-0.
The visitors had no difficulty advancing the ball upfield. Shae strolled through the defence which failed to move forward from the goal line. Sarah converted. Roos 26-0.
Gabi Keevill stepped past a group of Panthers resting on their heels to score Wyong’s sixth try. The teams went to the break with the Roos ahead 30-0.
Just three minutes after the break Teearna Langbridge scythed through a gap behind the ruck and motored to the line. Teearna’s attempt to convert her own try was memorable for the wrong reasons. Three minutes later Erin was released down the western touchline. As the cover converged Erin passed infield to her sister Kristen who raced away to score. Erin converted. Wyong 40-0. Erin then took advantage of the tiring defence which appeared glued to its goal line. Roos 44-0.
Gabi Keevill grabbed her second in the 38th minute. The green and gold controlled possession and field position then worked over the defence by swinging the ball from one side of the field to the other. Sarah’s conversion attempt rebounded off the upright. Wyong 48-0.
Teearna then capitalised on a strong run and quick play the ball by Kristen, jumping out of acting half and punching between the posts. Sarah converted for a 54-0 lead. Erin finished another right side spread to complete the 58-0 scoreline.
This performance was measured and deliberate. Each action had a purpose. The execution and attention to detail was first class. Having regard to the number of new faces in the squad and the limited pre-season trials, Coach Reed will be happy with the way the Ladies went about their business in this match.
Teearna was voted Players’ Player and Sarah received the Coach’s Award.
