Affiliate wrap: Burleigh claim back-to-back minor premierships
The Burleigh Bears have been crowned back-to-back minor premiers after defeating the Blackhawks 20-14 in Townsville on Saturday.
Featuring Tony Francis and Josiah Pahulu in the clash, the Bears led from start to finish leading 18-0 at half-time, before holding on in the second 40 - taking top honours after Souths Logan were taken down by the Capras 18-14.
Match: Blackhawks v Bears
Round 22 -
home Team
Blackhawks
12th Position
away Team
Bears
1st Position
Venue: Jack Manski Oval, Townsville
It was a tough day out for Tweed who have missed the finals race with a 37-12 loss to the Falcons on Saturday afternoon.
Missing Tom Weaver who got his opportunity to debut in the NRL in Round 25, the Seagulls struggled to make a dent on Sunshine Coast who had a number of seasoned NRL stars including Ryan Papenhuyzen, Justin Olam and Chris Lewis.
Match: Seagulls v Falcons
Round 22 -
home Team
Seagulls
9th Position
away Team
Falcons
8th Position
Venue: Piggabeen Sports Complex, Tweed Heads
The Bears will face off against the Capras in their qualifying final at Pizzey Park on Saturday afternoon at 4pm.
