Annual Report & Audited Financial Statements
GPS Mission Statement
The GPS Club exists to promote and foster excellence and enjoyment in the "running game" of Rugby football and, in so doing, assist the progress of members along the broader pathway of life. In pursuit of the mission, we will actively promote the following values: developing the whole person, respecting individual and group responsibilities, upholding the standards of a responsible community organisation and catering for the needs of players at all levels.
First XV Partners
The GPS Rugby community acknowledges the contribution of the following companies which allows the Club to attract players of quality who will stay and grow with the Club whilst developingand maturing into representative players
Cover Photo: Premier Grade Captain Dan Gorman. v Norths, Yoku Road 29 April 2017
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CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP Doughty Shield Results
University of Queensland 482 Brothers 458 Sunnybank 439 GPS 424 Wests 279 Souths 225 Easts 178 Norths 143 Bond University 114 Redlands 44 Helensvale 34 Colleges 15 Logan City 9
PAST GRAMMAR & GPS GRAND FINAL APPEARANCES
1891 Past Grammar v Arafomas Lost 5-8 1946 GPS v Brothers Lost 6-11 1892 Past Grammar v Athenians Won 15-5 1948 GPS v University Lost 18-21 1893 Past Grammar v Boomerangs Lost 0-10 1951 GPS v BrothersLost 6-17 1894 Past Grammar v Boomerangs Lost 0-6 1954 GPS v University Lost 3-19 1898 Past Grammar v City Won 11-3 1956 GPS v University Lost 6-19 1899 Past Grammar v CityWon 26-0 1961 GPS v University Won 19-11 1900 Past Grammar v City Lost 3-16 1965 GPS v University Lost 15-17 1905 Past Grammar v North Brisbane Lost 0-8 1967 GPS v University Lost 15-17 1913 Past Grammar v Brothers Lost 0-12 1970 GPS v University Lost 6-24 1914 Past Grammar v Brothers Won 11-8 1972 GPS v University Won 23-18 1928 Past Grammar v YMCA Lost 11-18 1973 GPS vBrothers Lost 10-20 1931 GPS v University Lost 15-16 1974 GPS vBrothers Lost 19-27 1934 GPS v University Lost 18-20 1975 GPS vBrothers Lost 6-23 1940 GPS v Eagle Junction Lost 3-6 1976 GPS vTeachers Lost 4-16 1942 GPS v Eagle Junction Won 11-9 1996 GPS v Souths Won 12-6 1943 GPS v University Won 10-8 2013 GPS v Easts Lost 22-27 1944 GPS v YMCALost 3-8 2017 GPS v University Lost 14-23
GPS Rugby Brief History
GPS Rugby is the successor in name to GPS Old Boys Rugby Club and to the Past Grammar School Football Club and it is the oldest surviving Rugby Club in Queensland and also one of the oldest Rugby Clubs in Australia. The Club was officially formed in 1887 and consisted of a combination of both past and present Brisbane Grammar School players although a number of them represented Queensland as Past Grammar players in 1885 and 1886.
In 1889 the Past Grammar School Football Club was established as a separate identity distinct from the old side with its mix of past and present players. The Club was formalised at a meeting held on the 5th March 1891 and Mr. R.H. Roe, the Headmaster of Brisbane Grammar School was elected as President. Sir Charles Lilley and Sir Samuel Griffith, among others, were elected as Vice Presidents. It was decided that the Club colours would be red and white. Rugby was not played in Queensland from 1916 until reintroduced in 1928 when, under a new name, the BGS Old Boys’ Rugby Union Football Club again took its place in the Brisbane competition.
In 1930 the constitution of the Club was changed to allow past students from the other GPS schools to become members and although the name was retained that year it was later changed to GPS Old Boys’ Rugby Club and it played in green and blue colours for the first time in the 1931 season. Later the constitution was again changed and membership of the club made unrestricted.
Fifty of the Club’s members have played for Australia and over 200 have played for Queensland. Seven have captained Australian senior teams, two the Australian sevens team and one has represented and captained England and another Scotland.
Ashgrove GPS Junior Rugby Club was formed from the Ashgrove Emus Club in 1984 when it affiliated with GPS Old Boys after that club moved from Finsbury Park to Ashgrove Sports Ground. It quickly grew to be the largest Junior Club in Brisbane winning the QJRU President’s trophy for the most successful club on a number of occasions.
In 2014 GPS Old Boys Rugby Club amalgamated with Ashgrove GPS Junior Rugby Club to form GPS Rugby Club making it the largest club in Australia with almost 1500 players.
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GPS Club Presidents C.J. Primmer 1951 R.H. McCowan 1893- C.H. Smith 1933 R. Colbert 1952/53/55 1900 M. Muller 1934 R.H.Roe 1891-1909 G.G.Jones 1952-56 H.H. Bullmore 1894 P.L. Dixon 1934/35/36 F.S.N. Bousfield 1910- J.N. Greene 1953 D.J. Nelson 1895/6/99 K.S.Hayes 1934 1911 G.R. Horsley 1953-54 P.P. Fewings 1893/4/5 B.D. Oxlade 1936/7/8/9 R.S. Stephenson 1929 I.P Colquhoun 1954 H. Nelson1896/99 W.N. Douglas 1937 B.G. Lawrence 1930 B.A.Wright 1955 W.O. Hodgkinson R.H. Bentley 1937 Dr K.B. Fraser 1931 A.F.M. Boyd 1958 1896/1900 C.R. Hockings 1937 R.S. Stephenson 1932 O. F. Edwards 1961 J. Higginson 1896/7 W.J. Ide 1938/39 Dr Sir Kenneth B. Fraser P.D. Perrin 1962 S.B. Boland 1898-1903 G.A. Denman 1938 1933-1937 D.J.A. Clark 1962 A.C. Corfe 1898/9 S.C. Jones 1938 C.K. Lea 1938 - 1939 D.S.Rathie 1971/72 A.P. Callan 1898 W.M. McLean RE Nixon-Smith 1940 C.M. Carberry 1981/82 H.A. Carricks 1898 1939/40/41/46/47/52 Unknown 1941-1942 D.W. Hillhouse 1975- L.E. Oxenham 1898 D.L. Boyd 1940 Dr K.B. Fraser 1943 76/83 E.G. Kent 1899 J.H. Irwin 1941/47 C.K.Lea 1944-1946 G. G. Shambrook 1976 R. Kennedy 1899 A. Ware 1945/6/7/8/9 A. Falk 1947 T Coker 1984 W.J. Bennett 1899-1901 R. Fay 1945 W. Scott 1948 D. Codey 1984-86 A.R. Henry 1899-1901 T.J. Ryan 1945/6/8/9 C. McCarthy 1949 A.G.Herbert 1987/89-93 A.M Oxlade 1902- K.C.Winning 1945-47/50- R.A. Nicol 1950-55 R. Constable 1993-94 1907/1912 53 W.H. Boyd 1956-1970 D.J.Herbert 1994-2003 C.E. Parkinson J.L. Kirk 1946/47 A.H. Flynn 1970-72 B. Tune 1996-2002 1905/6/7/8 J.R. McLean 1941/46/47 D. Lacy-Jones 1973-78 M.J. Cockbain 1997-2003 E.L. Buchanan 1907 R.W. Proctor 1946/8 R.W. Bligh 1979-81 D. Heenan 2003- 06 F.J. Cleeve 1907 E.G. Broad DFC 1947/8/9 R.S. Roberts 1982-83 P. Hynes 2008-10 J. Shea 1907 P.D.Thompson 1948/9/50 L.G. Jones 1984-86 R. Samo 2011-12 D.M. Corrie 1907/8 D.I. McMillan 1949/50/1/2 A.R. Taylor 1987-89 A. Fainga’a 2011-12 L.G. Brown 1908/9 I. Nicol 1950 R.J. Thomson 1990-98 S. Fainga’a 2011-14 W.S. Dixon 1908/11 A. Dalzell 1950 P.J.McGahan 1999-2002 N. Frisby 2016 C. W. Roe 1909 R. Colbert 1950/51 P.L. Reid 2003-5 E Nabuli 2017 G. Page 1909/10 P. Robinson 1950/51/55 P.T. Garbett 2006-7 F.V.R. Timbury 1909/10 G.G. Jones D.J.R. Park Australia U20 D. Gunn 1910 1951/2/3/4/5/6 2008-12/15 J. Tuttle 2015- 16 J. Fitzharding 1911 J. Raff 1951 A.G. Herbert 2013 C.Magnay 2015 - 16 A. Kent 1911 G. Marles 1951/52 P McWhirter 2014 D.Paia’aua 2015 H.L. Kent 1911/12/13 B. Menkens 1952 J.A. Richards 2016-2017 R.G. Scott 1911 B.R. Mills 1952/3 Australia Women R.J. Willcocks 1911/12/13 G.R. Horsley 1952/3/4/5 Australian K. Hunt 2015 F.C.G. Rigby 1912 R. Freudenberg 1953 Representatives L. Dyer 2015 J. Newell1912/13 J.N. Greene 1953 A.C.Corfe 1899 A Hewett 2017 R. Chambers 1914 B.A. Wright 1954-56/59- C.S.Graham 1899 V.S. Cooper 1914 61 R.H. McCowan 1899 Queensland H. Perkins 1914 G. Newton 1955 A.H. Henry 1899 Representatives L.G. Wilson 1914 F.M. Thompson 1955/56 S.B. Bolan 1899 P. Williams 1919 K.G.T. Waller 1955/6/7 A.M. Oxlade 1904/5/7 F. Wood 1884 M. Culverhouse 1928 R.M. Shaw 1956/57 C.E. Parkinson 1907 P. Real 1885/89 R. McCallister1928 K. Brasch 1956/57 F.V.R. Timbury 1910 F. O’Rourke 1886/7/92/3 H.J.R. Powell 1928/30 J. Paskins 1956/57 A.W. Kent 1912 J. Blanchard 1886/7 R. Risson 1928/30 J. R. Harris 1957 T. Lawton snr C.S. Graham G.G. Steindl 1928 R. Swan 1957/58 1920/27/29/30/32 1888/93/95/99 H.J. St. John 1928/9 J. Gilbert 1957 J.B.T. Donely1933/34 H.P.Abbott 1889/90 W.A. Thomson 1928 R.B. Smith 1958 G.S. Sturtridge 1933 G. Hensler G.M. Ward 1929 A.F. Mc Boyd 1958/9/60 L.S. Lewis 1889/90/1/2/3/4 T. Lawton 1919/29/30/32 B.W. Boyd 1959 1931/34/36/39/39 F.A.J. Isles 1890 J.O. East 1931/33/34 D.D. Rylance 1960 W.D. Douglas 1937 F. Lyons 1892/3 F.M. Nicholson T. Carew W.P.J. Ide 1938/39 J.J. Oshea 1891/2/3/4/5/6 1931/33/35/36 1960/1/2/3/4/5/6 B.D. Oxlade 1937/38/39 W.H. Scarr 1891/6/7/8 L.S. Lewis 1932-40 J. Carson 1961 W.J.McLean 1939/46/47 A.D. Graham 1891/2/3 J. Williams 1932 O.F.Edwards 1961/2/3/67 J.R. McLean 1946 C. O’Rourke 1892/3 R. Gregory 1932 D.J.A. Clark 1961-64/66- E.G. Broad 1947-49 H.W. Luya 1892/3/4 J.B.T. Doneley 69/71 K.C. Winning 1947-48/51 T.L. Jones 1893 1932/34/35 G.D. Hughes 1961 A. Ware 1949 W.Woods 1893/4 L.J. East 1933 P.Perrin 1961/2 D.I.McMillan 1950 S. Robertson 1893 J. Callaghan 1933 P.D. Thompson 1950 T. Skinner 1893 M.D. Cullen 1933
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Queensland Reps. M.J. Cockbain 1995-2003 R.J. Thomson 1975 B.J. Sexton 2008 Continued M. Flanagan 1996 R. Nerichow 1977 D. Slade 2009 B. Egan 1962 A. Coombe 1996 S. Miller 2009 W.H. Gunn 1963-64 T. McVerry 2000-07 200 Club Games G. Ingram 2009 J.A. Dalgleish 1960/63/65 D. Heenan 2000-05 I.R. Colquhoun B. Roberts 2010 R.J. Duff 1963 A. Mathison D.J.R. Park L Ferguson 2013 G.G. Golding 1963-64 2001/2/3/4/5/6 R.A. Mortimer J Ellis 2014 D.A. Latter 1964-65 P. Warwick 2001-02 T. Jesser D Gorman 2016 G.G. Whittle 1964 B. Wakely 2002-03 D. Stevenson D.A. Taylor 1964 M. Tabrett 2002-03 J. Garde GPS Club Captains W. Reilly 1964 A. Farley 2002 L.G. Jones R.J. Duff 1964 B.J. Munro 1964 G. Ingram 2003 R.S. Roberts G.G. Whittle 1965-66 E.A. Kann 1966-68 TP Atkinson 2003-06 L.J. Graham D.J.A. Clark 1967-69 M.L. Nutt 1967 J. Pelesasa 2004-05 K. Bolton E.A Kann 1970-73 A. White 1969 A. Scott 2004 P. Biddulph 2005 L.J. Graham 1974-75 P.J. McBaron 1970 B. James 2005 A. Porteous 2009 R.J. Thomson 1976 L.J. Graham 1970-74 W. Genia 2006-07 T. Bennet 2010 G.G. Shambrook 1977 I.D. Clark 1971-74/80 G. Warren 2006-07 D. Slade 2012 D. Burrows 1978 D.S. Rathie P. Hynes 2008-11 T. Sheppard 2012 R. Nerichow 1979-80 1971-2/77 R. Davies 2009 L. Ferguson 2013 B. Barnhill 1981 D.W. Withers 1971-73 L Tomiki 2010-11 M. Donaldson 2013 M. Oberhardt 1982 M. Jack 1972-73 R. Samo 2011-13 C. King 2013 R.J. Thomson 1983 C.K. Smith 1972 A. Fainga’a 2011-16 M. Blinkhoff 2014 M. Phillips 1984 P. Bissett 1973 S. Fainga’a 2011-16 N. Dangerfield 2015 K. Bolton 1985-86 G.G. Shambrook 1974-77 B. Coridas 2011 B.Roberts 2015 D. Phillips 1987 D.W. Hillhouse 1975- N. Frisby 2012-17 D Gorman 2017 M. Frisby 1988 78/83 S. Maloula 2012 S Tewson 2017 L. DiClemente 1989 G.J. Brand 1975-80 S. Johnson 2014-15 D Jordan 2017 A.G. Herbert 1990-92 J. Johanssen 1975 S. Kerevi 2014-15 G. Harris 1993-94 D. Regeling 1975/6/7/8 C. Kuridrani 2014-17 100 First Grade Games J. Reilly 1995-96 R. Hayes 1977 M. Kotze 2015 T. Carew 1964 M. Murray 1997-98 A. Austin 1981 S. Talakai 2015 O.F. Edwards 1966 T Forno 1999 C. Carberry 1981 C. Magnay 2015-7 J.A. Dalgleish 1967 J. Steel 2000 M.J. Arnold 1982 D. Paia’aua 2015 D.A. Latter 1969 P. Farmer 2001 M. Phillips 1983/85 J Tuttle 2016-17 P.J. McBaron 1973 A. Smith 2002 A. Dick 1984 E Nabuli 2017 L.J.Graham 1957 J. Moss 2003 D. Codey 1983-87 G.J. Brand 1979 C. Wright 2004-05 A.G. Herbert 1986-94 Women’s Queensland A. Austin 1982 T. Heenan 2006 D.A. Phillips 1986-87 W Coe 2000 K. Bolton 1985 S. Arnold 2007-8 D. Reidy 1987 K. Hunt 2015 D. Phillips 1989 B. Frostick 2008-9 I. Siganiyavi 1989-90 A Hewett 2017 L. Tuqiri 1989 L. Ferguson, M. D.J. Herbert 1993-2003 500 Club Games J. Taylor 1992 Donaldson, J. Jefferis M. Murray 1993-2000 R.J. Thomson (723) M. Jensen 1993 2010 M. Ware 1994 A.G. Herbert 1994 J. Kite 2011 R. Constable 1994-96 200 First Grade Games J. Reilly 1996 J. Thomson 2012 J. Reilly 1994-95 D.J.A. Clark 1966 J. Moss 2001 B. Roberts 2013-14 B. Tune 1995-2003, E.A. Kann 1970 T. Heenan 2006 M. Blinkhoff 2015 2005-2007 I.D. Clark 1975 T.P Atkinson 2007 Tim Richards2016 C. Knapp 1995-98 C. Wright 2007 Tom Christie 2017
Life Members
R.J Willcocks 1933 decd 1965, J.A. Bell 1935 decd, R.S. Stephenson 1933 decd, Dr. K.B. Fraser later Sir Kenneth Fraser 1935, decd 1968, J.O. East 1937 decd, H.C. Lavery 1937 decd, A. Long 1939 decd, L.S. (Wally) Lewis 1940 decd, Dr. B. Mc. Beith decd, J.W. McMaster DFC decd, J.L. Williams decd, Humphry Bere decd 1965, J.A. McIntyre 1947 decd, C.I.R Kaus 1950 decd 2011, R.A. Nicol decd, Dr. B.W. Biggs decd, T. Simson decd, K. Percy decd 2004, M.R. Williams decd, G.C. Jones 1961 decd 2005, G.R. Horsley 1965, W.H. Boyd 1967 decd, H.F. Edwards 1968 decd, I.R. Colquhoun 1970 decd 2012, D. Lacey-Jones 1973 decd, R.J. Park 1976 decd 2003,A.H. Flynn 1976 decd, R.S. Roberts 1977, D.J.A. Clark 1980, R.J. Thomson 1980, L.S. Dodwell 1981 decd, B. B. Loel 1981, N.A. Burrows 1982 decd, R. W. Bligh 1987decd, G. W. Bickerstaff 1993decd, C.R.(Rob) Melloy 1993, R.P.D Torkington 1994, P Reid 1994,Paul Treacy 1995 decd, P McGahan 1996, A.R. Taylor 1997, R Barden 1997, T Stanley 1998, M Arnold 1999, J Shallcross 2000, S.J. Meehan 2002, M Taylor 2002, G.D. Rylance 2003, W.H. James 2004, B Whip 2004 decd, L.J. Graham 2005, D.J.R. Park 2005, M.J. Arnold 2005, M.Thies 2006,T. Jesser 2006, E.A. Kann 2006, S Burton 2006, D.J. Boucher 2007, J Stubbings 2007, A Herbert 2008, L.G. Jones 2009, P McWhirter 2009, T.J. Donovan 2010, A Pope 2010 J Anderson 2011, C White 2011, M Crank 2012, A Herbert 2013, M Southwood 2013.
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OFFICE BEARERS
Patron: Dudley Dick President: John Richards Treasurer: Darren Dowse Secretary: Scott Oakhill Committee Members: MichaelTaylor, Michael McDonald, Andy Tucker, Ryan Webster (1/12/17 - 10/1/17 resigned), Ainsley Gold (17/1/17 - 20/6/17 resigned). Chief Executive Officer: Anthony Herbert Director of Rugby: Daniel Nethery Operations Manager: Martin Southwood Office Manager Lauren Urquhart Accounts Manager Annabella Bines Club Coaches: Open Grades Premier Grade: Anthony Mathison, Elwee Prinsloo, Terry Donovan (M), Justin Barlow (M) Chris Eaves (Analyst),Kieran Maguire (S&C). Rory Maguire (S&C). Premier Reserve Grade: Mark Donaldson,Corey Trudgen, Byron Roberts, Brendan Trudgen (M). Brisbane 1st Grade: Nigel Hogan, Andrew Taylor, Tim Shepard,Jules Jefferies (M). Brisbane 2nd Grade: Tony Rogers, Fano Ahovelo, Steve Taylor (M), Kieran Renyolds (M). Brisbane 3rd Grade:Zac Russell-Sharram, Brendan Hood, Scott Grinstead(M). Brisbane 4thGrade:Nathan Shaw, Nathan Freeny, Tim Wilson (M) Suburban Normanby Cup: Nathan Shaw, Tim Wilson (M) Connor Riley (Medic) Women Mote Kite, James Kite, Sean MinehanMargaret Olive (M),Thomas Ford (A/M), Diuna Biau (A/M). Colts Premier Colts: Patrick O’Connor, Dave Sheehan, Allan Berriman (M), Beau Brammall (S&C). Brisbane Colts 1: John Taylor, Stephen Guthrie, Ryan Webster (M), Beau Brammall (S&C). Brisbane Colts 3: DanBoddice, Sam Scott, Oliver McCall, Ryan Webster (M),Beau Brammall (S&C),
Club Doctor: Peter Strickland Club Captain: Tom Christie Colts Captain Joe Ryan QRU Delegates: John Richards, Scott Oakhill. Auditor: Holmes Stubbings Accountants
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Representative Honours 2017
Australia Eto Nabuli
Samoa AJ Alatimu
Queensland Reds Nick Frisby, Chris Kuridrani, Campbell Magnay, James Tuttle, Eto Nabuli, Waita Setu.
National Rugby Championship Brisbane City: Nick Frisby, Chris Kuridrani, Michael Richards, Mitch King, Daniel Gorman, Eto Nabuli, Maaloga Konelio, AJ Alatimu, Laione Mulikihaamea.
Queensland Country: James Tuttle, Freddy Burke.
Under 12 Skills Development Toby Anderson, Jack Barton, Rory Bliss, Archie Douglas, Harry Gould, James Horton, Aengus Madden, Kurt Roberts, James Round, Jack Willson, Maxwell Wilson.
Brisbane Under 13 William Addis, Mackenzie Brown-Strathearn, James Crilly, Joel Furnell, Frankie Keaveney-Jones, Mitchell Mcgeever, Isaac Mills, Jack Spencer.
Brisbane Under 14 Nicholas Baker, Dylan Cope, Jack Holland, Valentin Jara Melagrani, Jack Ware, Harrison Whitten.
Brisbane Under 16 William Croker, Zarcquae Harvey, Dougal Perrers.
GPS Trophies 2017
Trophy Awarded To Robert Burrows Memorial - Best & Fairest Colt Harry Bartkowski David Burrows Memorial Shield - Best Junior Club Man Ryan Pitts Spirit Of Club Rugby Geoff Clark Outstanding Achievement in Coaching Anthony Mathison Walter H Boyd Memorial -Best Club Man Ryan Webster John Harris Memorial Fred Burke Nathan Lang Memorial -Spirit of Rugby Sebastian Ward Ladies All Rounder Katalina Kite Golden Gallopers - Junior Coach of the Year Troy Simkin Bevan Whip Memorial-Junior Club Person of the Year Luke Cervetto Ben Tune Cup-Best Representative Player Alesha Hewett Humphrey Bere Memorial - Club Captains Trophy Tom Christie Top Try Scorer Troy Simkin (15) 100 Points for the season AJ Alatimu (158) Tom Christie (154) Giorgio Phillips (127)
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President’s Report
On behalf of the GPS community it is my privilege to present my Presidents report for the 2017 season. This is the 130th year since we were formed. We have enjoyed the year in style, both on and off the field.
Rugby
The club fielded eighty-two junior teams in 2017. In the age groups that contest finals we had four teams making the grand final and two teams winning. Congratulations to all the teams and especially the under 13 Maroon and under 17 Gold on your victories. Full details are set out in our Junior report.
Of our ten senior teams, two went through to grand final victory and seven of them competed in the finals. Five of the senior teams competing finished either first or second in their competition, stamping them as a group with the best record for consistency in the Brisbane competition. Huge congratulations to the Colts 2 and Premier Reserve teams for their grand final wins. Commiserations to Premier Grade who played magnificently in the major semi-final to lose out on the grand final going down to University. We salute the coaches from all grades for their considerable efforts in taking the teams to the finals, a wonderful turnaround from a few years previous. Special thanks to our Premier Grade coach, Anthony Mathison who was awarded the Coach of the Year at our annual presentation evening.
Thanks also to Daniel Nethery in his role as Director of Rugby. The club is starting to reap the rewards of this appointment. Daniel is working hard on attracting new talent and programs to the club, including girls and women’s programs. We need to continue to develop our traditional 15 a side rugby while working on alternate formats of 7 and 10 a side rugby to ensure we are catering to the needs of all who want to play this game. Our rugby academy is up and running successfully with a full group training. We are looking to expand the academy intake in 2018 to ensure we are capturing all the younger players to assist in their transition into the Colts program. Together with former Super Rugby coaches we are developing coaching protocols to be used right through our club. This work is being co-ordinated by Andy Tucker from our management committee and we hope to see significant improvement in coaching technique and development in 2018.
Together with the other Premier clubs in Brisbane we are in dialogue with the QRU to assist in the development of the game at a junior level. With the constraints the QRU have we see our club as taking an important role in attracting new young players to the game through development days and regular skills training programs.
Congratulations to all our award winners at all levels of the club. We actively encourage the players to continue to develop their fitness and skills in order to enhance the enjoyment of playing rugby. In 2017 we initiated an Honour Cap for all who played 100 A Grade games or more, and a special “300 game” cap for those who made. Congratulations to Angus Porteous for making the “300 game” club this year, he is a true stalwart of the club.
To all the managers, water runners, our statistician Chris Eaves, our set up and “pull down” crews, our ball boys, photographers, medical staff, canteen staff and other officials, a big thank you, our club would flounder without your support. A thankyou also to our old boys for your support of the club, it was a pleasure getting to know more of you in 2017 as we celebrated our great milestone.
We bid farewell to a number of our 2017 premier grade players. Some are taking their talents across the seas. We say thank you to all who played for us in season 2017.
Sponsors and Supporters
A huge thank you to our Sponsors in 2017. We would not exist without you and our club is the better for your involvement. In particular, our great thanks to those who have provided support and assistance beyond their pledged contributions. We urge all members to support these fine sponsors when making your purchases in the community.
To our members, you are the best in all of Brisbane rugby. Many an away game venue was considerably enhanced by our travelling band of members. Long may it continue, it is a credit to the dedication you show to the teams that we did so well in 2017, the players know it and they are grateful for your support. For many, including me, the club is where they find their winter friends, eagerly anticipated as soon as Easter arrives!
Community
Our club has for many years donated to charitable organisations through our Charity Day. This year we assisted Ronald McDonald House in the wonderful work they do helping families of hospitalised children. Charity is an important part of what our club is about, and in many ways, sets us apart from other clubs. We will continue to acknowledge and support that role where we can.
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We also reached out to our friends in the Burdekin region of North Queensland and donated a framed jersey to them in recognition of the close association between the clubs when they formed 40 years ago. In 2018 we will continue to assist charities and other clubs to the best of our ability.
Finances
As you can see from the Treasurer’s report we are in a very sound financial position. We continue to run the club in a fiscally responsible manner and believe that for a club of our size it is most important to return a profit from our endeavours which can be utilised in club facilities and improvements. Unfortunately, a break in at the club and inclement weather early in the season along with a necessary increase in ground maintenance costs had a sizeable impact on our profit in 2017.
Facilities
2017 saw the completion of the renovation of field three, the Robin “Buff” Thomson Oval. This $170,000 project will safeguard and enhance much of the on-field activity needed to drive our playing membership into the future. We also completed a new storage facility to replace the shipping containers facing Buff Thomson Oval. This improves our relationship with the local council who worked with us to facilitate this upgrade and also provides an area for members to socialise.
The generous support of both the local and federal government work has commenced on the major lighting project. Once completed the new lights will allow longer and better use of our facilities. We have allocated $300,000 to this project which continues the vital infrastructure upgrade we need to deliver a quality sporting facility. The state government generously provided a grant for upgrading our office communication facilities.
With a grant from the council we also commissioned a report into the redevelopment of the entire sporting facility. The initial draft of the report has been shared with council and ongoing dialogue continues with the other sporting clubs at Yoku Road. Members have already provided input into the preliminary planning and your opinions will again be sought as the process moves forward. All agree our facilities are aging and if affordable an upgrade is desirable.
Social Functions
The club conducted several social events throughout the year, all well patronised and enjoyed by those participating. We had a most successful Ladies Day attracting over 500 ladies who enjoyed a wonderful day under a marquee at the entrance to the club grounds. On Old Boys day we hosted a luncheon for former players, many who accompanied the players onto the field to play out a great victory. The opportunity was taken to get a whole of club photo and a video was made of the day which sits on our website for viewing at any time. Soon after we had our annual test match luncheon at City Hall. We also had a wonderful award presentation evening and ball at the Mecure Hotel in the City. It was a great night of celebration for all the players and volunteers and with over 335 in attendance was a great success. The now annual ”Old Old” Boys lunch was held again where several honour caps were presented.
In closing I wish to express my sincere thanks and gratitude to my fellow management committee members, including Ainsley Gold and Ryan Webster, all our office staff, CEO Anthony Herbert, Office manager Lauren Urquhart, Operations Manager Martin Southwood, Accounts Manager Annabella Bines, and chief volunteer Rob Melloy. Your enthusiasm, cheerful nature and love of the club is well known and much admired.
The club is in a very sound state and will continue to grow and improve in season 2018.
John Richards President
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Rugby Report
In 2017 GPS Rugby club had a season that was a great success. GPS manger to play in 5 Senior grand finals, winning 2 competitions. The victorious teams were Premier Reserve Grand and Colts 2 . The senior season started off well with having a good preseason. Preseason saw the Introduction of 2 new premier coaches. Head coach Anthony Mathison returned to Yoku road after a few years. He was assisted by former Western Force assistant coach Elwee Prinsloo. After Christmas, all grades returned to training in great numbers, and this effort by many of the players in preseason contributed to the success of the senior teams. We had over 280 senior players take the filed in season 2017. GPS had a total of 11 senior teams. 7 open men’s team, 3 colt teams and 1 women’s team.
When summarising the season, it is fair to say we have made significant improved in overall performances. We had 7 Grades make finals appearances of which 5 of these went on to play in Grand Finals. Semi-finalist were Premier Grade, Premier Reserve, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade and Colts 2. Grand finalist was Premier Grade, Premier Reserve, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, and Colts 2. Premierships were eventually awarded to Premier Reserve and Colts 2. The support staff with all these teams should be very proud of their team’s performances as the club has made a massive step in the right direction from the season before, and season 2018 will be used a building block for continual success at Yoku road.
2017 progress in the development and recruitment of many players. The following players all made their Premier Rugby debut for GPS rugby club in season 2017
Daniel Byrne; Connor Cowhig; AJ Alatimu; Eric Vasukicakau; Laione Mulikihaamea; Enzo Mutoti; Oliver Bartlett; Reece Cleeton; Jonathan Kent; Maaloga Konelio; Callum Nally; Nicholas Richards; Brock Staller; Mitchell Treleaven; Noa Tuqiri.
One of the great things I got to see from being on the Admin/Coaching side of GPS rugby club was the enormous effort our volunteers go to just to make sure our players are looked after; the club can't thank all volunteers enough for all your time and effort you put into this club.
Sevens and post season activities
Season 2017 saw GPS rugby club further expand their 7s Rugby program. The 7s squad took part in the Brisbane and Noosa 7s competition. We have teams in this program in boys from U14s through to opens
GPS Rugby Academy and Development Programs
In season 2017 GPS launched into a new academy program supported by FB Wealth management. The general concept of the academy is to develop younger players in the club from the age of 16 through to their 2nd season of grade rugby. The focus of the academy is to develop them both on and off the field. We had a squad of 30 players involved in the academy and this is growing every day. We will cap the program at a total of 80 player with new edition to the program every year. The S&C component was looked after by Grant Jenkins from Propel Fit.
GPS rugby club has over a 1100 junior and unfortunately many of these juniors end up playing their senior rugby with other clubs. The Academy in another step the club is putting in place to help retain and develop much of the junior talent at the club. We hope the academy becomes a significant part of the rugby clubs player development and will contribute to the success of the club. We had some great examples of the Academy program providing a player development. A notable mention must go to Harry Bartkowski. Harry came to GPS colts after a couple season away from playing rugby. Harry joined the Academy and by the end of season 2017 had progressed through the colts ranks to play in the Reserve Grade grand final. Harry is just one example how the academy is providing players with the development they need to become Premier Players of the future.
U16s/U17s Development.
As part of a wider development program GPS u16s and U17s were part of an extended academy program. This concept was to provide the players with some good coaching and enjoyable environment to play their club Rugby. Many of their sessions were also done with our colts teams to gradually introduce these teams into senior rugby at GPS.
As a result of the program we had both the U16s and U17s Div 1 teams make the grand final. With U17s taking out the title and U16s finishing runners up. We also were the only club to have 3 under 16s teams in this year’s competitions. 1 in season 1 and 2 teams in season 2.
Special thanks must go to the following coaches for working with this group. Liam Ferguson, Kuyen Lewis, Liam Adams, Nick Jenkins and Karren Ward for being age group coordinator.
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Looking forward to 2018
With some great coaches retuning and with recruitment taking place for the 2018 season, we are all looking ahead to season 2018. With the combination of the new players coming to the club and the quality incumbent players, GPS rugby club is on track for a bigger and better season than 2018.
It was a great effort from all involved to have 7 teams in finals this season and 5 teams make grand finals with 2 premierships. This is just the first phase of an ongoing plan to see GPS dominate club rugby in all age groups.
The club has high expectations and is looking to be serious contenders in all grades and age groups in season 2018. As a result of the club now has its sights set on winning the Doughty shield and becoming club champions in season 2018.
The excitement levels are high and after a great season 2017 everyone is looking forward to the season to begin.
Daniel Nethery Director of Rugby
Juniors Report
2017 was another successful season for the GPS Juniors. With 1100 players, 76 teams supported by a volunteer army of over 300 coaches, managers and referees pulling together to provide an efficient and enjoyable rugby program for all.
The Modified Rugby Program designed for kids with learning disabilities has expanded and grown to two teams here at GPS and included a combined 7’s team with Brothers Rugby Club. Many thanks to Sarah Meka for pulling it together and Henry Devine and Beau Harvey for doing a great job coaching them. Each player has a trained mentor to whom we say – “fantastic job”
GPS Juniors once again performed well with great representation at the QRU finals series. Of the teams eligible to compete for Premierships (u12-17) the results were as follows:
Premiers u13 Maroon u17 Blue
Runners Up u14 Blue u16 Blue
GPS Rugby has always figured strongly in the Representative rugby pathways and 2017 was no exception. The club had players involved in the U12 Development Pathway, the U13, 14 and 16 BJRU Teams with players selected for Representative City Teams that played against Country.
Our thanks go to the BJRU staff and committee, all BJRU Affiliated Clubs, their Presidents & Committees, members and players., Thanks to the QRU and the ARU for yet another great year in Brisbane junior rugby..Appreciation to the BJRU Clubs for hosting us each weekend – we appreciate the effort that this takes.
As can be seen from above it remains a huge task and a reflection on the quality players, coaches, managers and support staff that give up their time each week for the betterment of Rugby and in particular GPS Rugby and the life development of the junior players.
2017 season has ended and the GPS Juniors now look forward to a bigger, better 2018.
Martin Southwood Operations Manager
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Modified Rugby Program
The season commenced on Friday 21st April and finished with a carnival at Brothers on Saturday 11thJune.
Two teams comprising 9 players and 9 mentors with Beau Harvey (coach) and assistant coach Harry Meka.
One 7’s team with 4 more able players and 3 mentors coached by Henry Devine.
Many mentors came from Marist College with many returning from previous seasons.
The team trained Friday nights from 5pm to 6pm and played Saturday mornings from 7.50am at GPS. Thanks to Martin Southward for accommodating field time and negotiating alternative route with Park Run to reduce sensory impact for players.
7’s team trained on Friday nights from 6pm to 7pm and played Saturday mornings at home and away against other MRP 7’s teams.
The Teams played at half time during the GPS vs Easts home game against the Easts MRP team and at Suncorp on 26th May before and during half time for QLD Reds.
Special mention to mentor Jaime Cope who did not miss a training session or game even though her father was in palliative care for much of the season.
Gingercloud provided a secure Facebook page for mentor training videos and discussion, contact with Head Coach Chyna Howlett and mentor training evening with Tim Horan and Nathan Sharpe.
Sarah Meka Coordinator
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Partners
The GPS Rugby community acknowledges the support and assistance of the following companies:
Major Partners Major
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Premier Grade
Coaches:Anthony Mathison, Elwee Prinsloo, Terry Donovan (M), Justin Barlow (M), Chris Eaves (Analyist), Kieran Maguire (S&C), Rory Maguire (S&C)
After a couple of less than successful seasons for Premier Grade, a new coaching regime was ushered in for 2017. Former Galloper, Red and Wallaby Anthony Mathison was joined by the 2016 Perth Spirit NRC coach, ElweePrinsloo and together they set about returning GPS to its standing among the pre-eminent clubs in Queensland Premier Rugby.
An undefeated home season which included great victories against Sunnybank on Ladies Day, Brothers on Old Boys Day and University (their first loss for the season) on Welsby Cup / Hally Appleby Cup Day set the marker for a second placed finish and a double chance in the semi-finals. Securing the Welsby Cup, Halley Appleby Cup (v. UQ), Taylor/Hammond Trophy (v. Wests), Torkington/Daley Cup (v. Souths) and Cromwell Cup (v. Easts) made for a great year even before the finals commenced.
The pre-season training and trials, and the acquisition of a number of quality players from Perth to meld with our high performing club stalwarts, pointed to a successful year. The team knew it was capable of big results but it was another thing to take the training form and confidence on to the field. Players old and new bought into the style of play and culture being driven by the coaches and soon everyone was on the same page and firing.
The scrum became a weapon feared by all other clubs and was the bedrock on which many victories were based. That is not to undersell the backline which scored some scintillating tries over the course of the season. Both coaches have every right to be pleased with how the two units came together and delivered as a team so often.
Flyhalf, A J Alatimu, became a points scoring wizard and amassed well in excess of 100points during the regular season with remarkably accurate goal kicking. The tries were spread between backs and forwards which was proof of the team ethos. One of the most pleasing aspects was the value added by the bench players who came on during games throughout the year. Everybody understood his role and performed it well.
The team was looking forward to a successful run at a premiership and the major semi-final against University resulted in a convincing win propelling them directly into the Grand Final to await the winner of the University v Sunnybank preliminary final. Energy was high.
It was to be University in the Grand Final and a big crowd of supporters saw the Gallopers just fall short losing 23 – 14. With a structured game plan, and plenty of effort and guts on show, it was the execution of skills that was the team’s Achilles heel on the big day. Congratulations to University who have been the pace setters in Premier Rugby for a number of years and deserved their victory.
Thank you to the club as a whole for supporting the team so well during the year and especially to Anthony Herbert, Dan Nethery and the Board who left no stone unturned in the quest for a premiership. Congratulations to the coaches who ensured that the team was highly skilled, highly motivated and enjoying their rugby. The team prospered and achieved much because of their technical and management skills.
Chris Eaves worked endless hours providing statistics and data on both GPS and opposition teams for the coaches. Both his input and enthusiasm have been invaluable assets during the season. Special mention to the medical and physio staff who toiled tirelessly during the season to keep the players fit and available and to rehab any injuries. They are the best in their business.
Giant steps have been taken this year to position GPS as a leading light in Premier Grade and, with the return of most of the players for 2018, there is a firm belief among the squad that they can take the next big step.
Terry Donovan Manager
Queensland Premier Rugby Final Result: Runners Up Top Try Scorers: Maaloga Konelio, Eric Vasukicakau, Laione Mulikihaamea, (6) Top Points Scorer: AJ Alatimu, (158) Captain: Dan Gorman Competition Rounds Position – Second Played 16 Won 12 Lost 4 Bonus Points 6 Points for 557 Points against 420
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GPS Rugby Premier Grade – Runners Up
Back Row (Left to Right):James Herbert, Conor Cowhig, Fred Burke, Michael Richards, Mitch King, Waita Setu, AJ Alatimu Middle Row: Todd Winkley, Laione Mulikihaamea, Dan Byrne, Radike Samo, Keiren Johnston, Jay Havelu, Noa Tuqiri, Eric Vasukicakau Front Row: Justin Barlow (Manager), Kieran Maguire (S&C) Troy Simkin, Dan Gorman (C), Tom Christie, Anthony Mathison (Head Coach) Elwee Prinsloo (Coach) Terry Donovan (Manager) Seated: Ryan Freney, Reece Cleeton, Pat Nicholson, Nigel Genia Absent: Enzo Mutoti, Olli Bartlett, Maaloga Konelio, Chris Eaves (Performance Analyist) Rory Maguire (S&C)
GPS Full Results Premier Rugby Competition 18 Mar GPS v Bye 25 Mar Bond University 7 def by 50 GPS 1 Apr Souths 10 def by 33 GPS 8 Apr University 28 def 15 GPS 22 Apr GPS 33 def 27 Wests 29 Apr GPS 44 def 33 Norths 6 May Brothers 30 def 29 GPS 13 May GPS 17 def 15 Sunnybank 20 May GPS 14 def 10 Easts 27 May Wests 25 def 14 GPS 3 Jun Norths 31 def 29 GPS 10 Jun GPS 16 def 10 Brothers 17 Jun GPS v Bye 1 Jul GPS 52 def 33 Souths 8 Jul GPS 41 def 16 Bond University 15 Jul Sunnybank 27 def by 31 GPS 22 Jul GPS 45 def 42 University 29 Jul Easts 29 def by 38 GPS 6 Aug University 24 def by 42 GPS 20 Aug University 23 def 14 GPS
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Premier Reserve Grade
Coaches:Mark Donaldson, Corey Trudgen, Byron Roberts, Brendan Trudgen (M).
Season 2017 was a very successful one for the Premier Reserve grade side and this was capped off with a huge win in the grand final over Sunnybank.
To get there, many goals and aims were set out at the beginning of the season and this culminated in the side blending together to achieve those goals. The goals that were agreed on were: Both Premier and Reserve Grade sides to make the final; Both teams to win the final.
These goals helped to establish a winning culture in the top 2 grades and it was evident in the performance from players throughout the season.
Reserve Grade had a solid season. Finishing 2nd in the regular season is no easy feat. It was very pleasing to see the side enjoying their rugby and this in turn gave success to this side.
We started with a solid preseason and there was plenty of old and new players that showed up this year. It was great to see the commitment and enthusiasm from all players and this was a feature of this side.
There was a plethora of huge performances this year from many players. Many of these coming from club stalwarts in Jono Ellis and Cameron King but also young guns such as Daniel Chui-Clark and Nicholas Richards who had fantastic years. For his performances on the field, Nicholas Richards took out the Player’s Player award voted by his team mates and this showed how much determination and ability he has whilst playing rugby.
Throughout the season, the enjoyment and camaraderie on and off the field was what made this side a great one. The unity and ethos that the team built on stemmed down from the Premier grade side and this helped to establish a winning culture amongst the group.
There were many lessons learnt on and off the field this season and it has cemented the stepping stones for next season. It was a long and prosperous season which culminated in Reserve grade taking out the premiership. Hopefully many players take this winning attitude into next season to make 2018 a great one for GPS.
Finally, the coaches and support staff would like to thank the club who have been huge supporters of this side this season and your work does not go unnoticed. To the players, you made this season what it was and we achieved our goal. The coaches would like to acknowledge some players that will be leaving the club. Patrick Smith, Stephen Stagg and our captain Sam Tewson. You three were huge in this sides progression throughout the season and you will be sorely missed.
What a season, let’s bring on season 2018.
Corey Trudgen Coach
Premier Reserve Grade Final Result – Premiers Top Try Scorers: Troy Simkin(14) Top Points Scorer: Tom Christie (134) Captain: Sam Tewson Vice Captain Stephen Stagg Competition Rounds Position –2nd Played 18Won13 Lost 5 Bonus Points 9 Points for 694 Points against 471
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GPS Rugby Premier Reserve Grade - Premiers
Back Row: Reece Cleeton, Tom Christie, Nicholas Richards, Jonathon Kent, Patrick Nicholson, Patrick Smith, Cameron King, ConorCowhig Middle Row Mark Donaldson (Coach), Daniel Chui-Clark, Daniel Byrne, Alexander Champtaloup, NoaTuquri, Jono Ellis, Nick Sykes, Corey Trudgen (Coach) Front Row Mitchell Trelaeven, Troy SImkin, Stephen Stagg (Vice-Captain), Sam Tewson (Captain), IsaccWeier, Nigel Genia, Brendan Trudgen (Manager) Absent:Richard Allen, Jonah Pologa
GPS Full Results Premier Reserve Grade Competition 18 Mar GPS 34 def 7 Logan City 25 Mar Bond University 19 def by 27 GPS
1 Apr Souths 29 def 20 GPS 8 Apr University 24 def by 34 GPS
22 Apr GPS 36 def 28 Wests 29 Apr GPS 36 def 27 Norths 6 May Brothers 29 def by 30 GPS 13 May GPS 21 def by 22 Sunnybank 20 May GPS 38 def 15 Easts
27 May Wests 23 def 17 GPS 3 Jun Norths 5 def by 34 GPS 10 Jun GPS 26 def 18 Brothers 17 Jun Logan City 18 def by 55 GPS 1 Jul GPS 50 def 34 Souths
8 Jul GPS 28 def 0 Bond University 15 Jul Sunnybank 29 def 26 GPS 22 Jul GPS 36 def 28 University 29 Jul Easts 31 def 24 GPS
6 Aug Sunnybank 45 def 42 GPS 13 Aug GPS 33 def 28 Easts
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First Grade
Coaches: Nigel Hogan, Tim Sheppard, Andrew ‘Squizzy’ Taylor, Jules Jefferis(M)
GPS First Grade had a good year in 2017. Our goal was to play finals rugby and take out the premiership. We achieved the first, finishing third on the table, but unfortunately fell short on our primaryobjective.
While the season ended with a close and frustrating loss to University in the minor semi-final, the season was one to look back on and be proud of.
The clear high point of the season came at Yoku Road with a total dismantling of a top of the table Brothers outfit. Our disjointed team, affected by injuries, put in a complete performance and set up the second half of our season. There’s nothing better than beating the Filth at home.
Other highlights included winning both games against Uni during the home and away season, including holding them to nil at St Lucia and then a pulsating come from behind victory over University in the penultimate round of the competition. The boys also racked up a near record points total against Logan in Logan with a 97-0 victory.
We had a large number of players turn out for us during the year, being the conduit between the lower grades and Reserve Grade. The fact that this was hardly noticeable in the boys’ attitudes or the team’s playing style during the year is a credit to all involved and the club itself.
There are many players who will look back on 2017 for fond individual performances. Despite having a frustrating year with injury, the captain Dylan Lindsay was never far from the 321s from his peers. Giorgio Phillips brought a touch of class and power to the backline and racked up an impressive points tally. Cal Nally put in several barnstorming performances, particularly in the run in to the finals where he literally lead from the front..Sean Coughlan was another one to regularly be rewarded with man of the match awards from coaches and players alike due to his capacity to appear as though he was everywhere at once on the field.
It was also rewarding to see many boys start in First Grade, or lower, and make the way up to Reserve Grade and succeed during the year. This is yet again a testament to the strength of the players and the club itself.
In the end, the 2017 season was frustratingly short. But it will provide the motivation and foundation to take the extra steps in 2018.
Jules Jefferis Manager
Brisbane First Grade Final Result: Semi-Finalist Top Try Scorers: Giorgio, Phillips (8) Top Points Scorer: Giorgio, Phillips (122) Captain: Dylan Lindsay Vice Captain: Ruben Fon-Lowe Competition Rounds Position –3rd Played 16Won11 Lost 4Drawn 1 Bonus Points 6 Points for 554 Points against 248
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GPS Rugby First Grade – Semi Finalists Back Row:Brandon Ciocca; Charlie Thomas Hodgetts; Jono Elis; Mitch Ebdom; Callum McNally; Nigel Hogan (Head Coach) Middle Row: Tim Shepard (Assistant Coach); Michael Shallcross; Joshua Whiting; Sean Coughlan; Jordan Curran; Jonah Pologa; David Jordan Front Row: Jayden McCormack; Matt Bowe Houlahan; JoeRadrodro; Dylan Lindsay (c); George Tavita; ViliRadrodo; Ruben Fon Lowe (vc); Jules Jefferies (Manager) Absent: Andrew Taylor(Assistant Coach); Alexander Chaptaloup; Giorgo Phillips; Connor O’Shea; Reece Clayton
GPS Full Results First Grade Competition 18 Mar GPS 69 def 0 Logan City 25 Mar GPS v Bye
12 Apr Souths 24 def by 26 GPS 8 Apr University 0 def by 38 GPS
22 Apr GPS 30 def 10 Wests 29 Apr GPS 55 def 0 Norths 6 May Brothers 22 def 12 GPS 13 May GPS 15 def by 24 Sunnybank 20 May GPS 22 drew 22 Easts
27 May Wests 5 def by 18 GPS 3 Jun Norths 19 def by 27 GPS 10 Jun GPS 22 def 5 Brothers 17 Jun Logan City 0 def by 97 GPS 1 Jul GPS 24 def by 36 Souths
8 Jul GPS v Bye 15 Jul Sunnybank 21 def 8 GPS 22 Jul GPS 27 def 26 University 29 Jul Easts 5 def by 30 GPS
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Second Grade
Coaches:Tony Rogers, Fano Ahovelo, Steve Taylor (M), Kieran Reynolds (M), Andy Dallinson(S&C)
From the preseason muster, 2017 looked to be a year of promise for GPS grades as player numbers and positional depth were strong from the start. The coaching team was headed up by Tony and Fano, both new starters to coaching GPS grades and Steve returning into a manager’s role after a couple of years break. Kieran commenced his management career looking after the role while Steve was away overseas.
Bit of a slow start to the competition season with forfeits, rain and byes and it was not until the 4th round against Uni that the team finally got on to the field to get a start and all the stored energy was saved for the students with a resounding win to setting the tone for the season. The team formed around the leadership of Connor O’Shea, Jono Ellis and Matthew Muller who shared captaincy roles through the season.
After the first round, there were only two blemishes with losses to Souths and Brothers. The latter equal to highway robbery as we finished the round tied at the top of the table with Souths. The Standout of the season was the depth and strength of the forwards platform that dominated in set pieces. This gave the team the platform to launch many combinations for the backs to attack and take advantage of in possession and they had more slick moves than a set of sheep nuts dropped on a hot BBQ plate.
As the rounds progressed the team held its place in 2nd spot on the table with 10 wins and 4 losses with Souths being the team nemesis as the only side to beat us twice. The season produced some memorable moments with long range tries, a hat trick of pies to Brendan Ciocca and some of the best and toughest defence, holding back charges like a boxing day sales stampede.
Come finals and no change in ranking (yet) with us going down 3 – 5 against Souths in what would have been one of the hardest, toughest, gutsiest matches I have seen in a long time. Neither team gave an inch and the character of this team stood up on the day as they played themselves off their feet. Still in the hunt with the preliminary final we faced Brothers, at 17 – 3 up with a minute to go that highway robber appeared again with us ending up going down 24 – 17 in extra time. At times you need a slice of luck in finals, unfortunately Brothers were the recipients this time round but the effort as with the previous week was again top class finals footy. Bad luck guys as you stood up for over 90 minutes of football, played with so much passion and did us and the club proud.
Congratulations to all who were a part of 2nd grade in 2017 including all the support on the bench from 3rd grade. The spirit and mateship made it a pleasure to coach and manage you guys. Also a special congratulations to David Jordan for achieving 200 games for GPS…
Steve Taylor Manager
Brisbane Second Grade Final Result –Preliminary Finalists Top Try Scorer: Matthew Muller (7) Top Points Scorer: Luke Beesley (72) Captains: Matthew Muller Competition rounds position – 2nd Played 14 won 10 lost 4Bonus Points 10 Points for 409 against 213
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GPS Rugby Second Grade Semi Finalists
Back Row: Matt Richards, Jack Marshall, Brandon Luta, Joe Sellwood, Jack Dendle, Harry Parcell, Tom Spencer, Brandon Ciocca. Middle Row:Tony Rogers (Coach), Connor O’Shea, Charlie Hodgetts, Oscar Triggs, Lachlan Hastings, Rory Arnold, Alex Notting, Sean Coughlan, Fano Ahovelo (Coach) Front Row: Dave Bellas, Joe Kosiek, PJ Mcveigh, Matt Muller (Captain), Michael Shallcross, Dave Jordan, Luke Beesley, Jack Arnold Absent: Steve Taylor(Manager) Luke Hilton, Kieran Reynolds (Manager), Kristan Sanders, Nick Rogers
GPS Full Results Second Grade Competition 18 Mar GPS v Bye 25 Mar GPS v Bye
12 Apr Souths 27 def 3 GPS 8 Apr University 10 def by 26 GPS
22 Apr GPS 39 def 0 Wests 29 Apr GPS 24 def 0 Norths 6 May Brothers 31 def 29 GPS 13 May GPS 50 def 17 Sunnybank 20 May GPS 38 def 0 Easts
27 May Wests 7 def by 24 GPS 3 Jun Norths 17 def by 48 GPS 10 Jun GPS 19 def 7 Brothers 17 Jun GPS v Bye 1 Jul GPS 7 def by 12 Souths
8 Jul GPS v Bye 15 Jul Sunnybank 27 def 20 GPS 22 Jul GPS 21 def 17 University 29 Jul Easts 12 def by 41 GPS
5 Aug Souths 5 def 3 GPS
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Third Grade
Coaches: Zac Russell-Sharam: Brenden Hood, Michael Warman Scott Grinstead (M)
The 2017 GPS 3rd Grade rugby season was definitely one to remember. As a new coach GPS rugby the role filled me with excitement and high expectations. During the pre-season many hours were spent talking to players, coaches and supporting members at the club to really understand the culture and expectations of our group.
As a coaching group this year we decided to focus on 2key objectives to drive our team. The first was club culture, which we achieved immensely. Key strategies we implemented were Thursday night dinners after training at our local sponsors. Another was ensuring after every drill players were to “get a touch on” or “get around each other” to build a positive environment where hard work is encouraged by the players not just by the coaches. We also instigated “Circle of Love” where at the end of training players would warm down and answer a theme of the night “i.e. favourite food, favourite celebrity etc among some of the less riskay topics to really get to know each other. This combined with many other facets resulted in on average an attendance of over 40-50 players to training made up of 3rdand 4th grade players throughout the entire season.
The second key aspect we aimed to achieve was the improvement of basic skills. A significant effort was contributed to players improving their basic rugby skills such as handling, tackling, rucking and game awareness. Training sessions were kept short and sharp with drills only being conducted for 10min at a time and a heavy emphasis was placed on a competitive team vs team player vs player environment. Both 3rds and 4ths trained as a squad which kept player’s active, engaged and most importantly loving their rugby. Ego’s were not a thing as each player knew they were all accountable for their individual role and performance in the squad and truly felt they were part of the team and every effort made a difference.
On the back of these key objectives the results spoke for themselves. 3rd Grade were the only team to finish minor premiers at the club and 4th grade followed suit coming 2nd. Both teams continued to win their semi-finals and progress straight to the big dance (grand final) only to unluckily fall short of taking out the premiership. More importantly though the real achievement was our for and against being the best in the competition which emphasized our defensive efforts and the ability to capitalize on opportunities. Lastly though it was rewarding to see many of our players whom started the season with the lower grades quickly rise up the ranks as the season wore on.
After such a successful season I sincerely wish to thank the coaching staff, players and club for their hard work and providing us the opportunity to coach at such a strong club. I thoroughly look forward to the club’s future. Up the Gallopers!
Zac Russell-Sharam Coach
Brisbane Third Grade Final Result: Runners Up Top Try Scorer: Andrew Barazza (8) Top Points Scorer: Seb Russell-Sharam(69) Captains:. James Taylor, Sean Trudgen, Chris Jenkins, Seb Russell-Sharam Competition Rounds Position – Minor Premiers Played 14 Won 12 Lost 2 Bonus Points 9 Points for 415 Points against 215
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GPS Rugby Third Grade – Minor Premiers & Runners Up Back Row: Morgan Warmington, LauchlanMessery, Josh Collins, Lauchlan Jones, Will Dendle, Matt Toye, Andrew Barazza, Gus Porteous Middle Row: Brandon Luta, Chris Jenkins, James Lancashire, Rory Collins, Chris Spurling, Jai Gurnett-Duffus, Lauchlan Paterson, Brendan Hood (Forwards Coach) Front Row: Scott Grinstead (Manager), Gerry Streek, Sean Trudgen (Vice Captain), Kyle Panther-Martin, James Taylor (Captain), Tom Stewart, Tom Smith, Zac Russell-Sharram (Coach Absent: Ryan McSweeney; Lauchlan Hastings; Jack Arnold; David Bellas; Will Burke; Lewis Burrows, Charlie Wyer
GPS Full Results Third Grade Competition 18 Mar GPS v Bye 25 Mar GPS v Bye
11 Apr Souths 5 def by 17 GPS 8 Apr University 5 def by 11 GPS
22 Apr GPS 35 def 10 Wests 29 Apr GPS 48 def 14 Norths 6 May Brothers 31 def 28 GPS 13 May GPS 24 def 6 Sunnybank 20 May GPS 34 def 12 Easts
27 May Wests 5 def by 31 GPS 3 Jun Norths 5 def by 48 GPS 10 Jun GPS 36 def 7 Brothers 17 Jun GPS v Bye 1 Jul GPS 17 def by 32 Souths
8 Jul GPS v Bye 15 Jul Sunnybank 20 def by 21 GPS 22 Jul GPS 13 def 10 University 29 Jul Easts 12 def by 54 GPS
5 Aug GPS 22 def 17 Souths 19 Aug GPS 12 def by 24 University
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Fourth Grade
Coaches: Nathan Shaw, Nathan Freeny,Tim Wilson(Coach and Manager)
Fourth grade had a tremendous season in 2017 with an influx of players from the colts patching up the lack of depth experienced last year. The team won 8 straight games leading into the finals and succeeded in defeating the minor premiers Brothers in the major semi-final. Losing a tight grand final was a disappointment for the players and team staff, but both teams put on a high quality game of entertaining rugby that was only decided after the siren. While the final result did not go our way, there is plenty to be proud of from the season. A lot of our players were experiencing their first year of senior rugby but showed the maturity of a much older team, particularly in defence, which was consistently the best in the competition. Each game was played in a good spirit and every one of the boys enjoyed their rugby. Mixed in with the younger players were a few old heads, making the coaches’ jobs a lot easier. The depth of talent in the club this year was reflected in the quality of players that were kept in 4th grade for most of the year. There are too many to name, but a great many players in the 4th grade squad have the potential to move a long way up the grades in coming seasons. Marshalling the number of players available to 4th grade to make sure that everyone got some time on the park was not easy, and I could not have done that without the assistance of Tim Wilson, Dan Nethery and Nathan Freney. While the three of us mostly concentrated on organising the 4th grade and Normanby Cup teams at training, Zac Russell-Sharam and Brenden Hood spent the vast majority of Tuesday and Thursday nights running the 4ths in the with 3rds in drills, attacking patterns and set piece. The success of the season for the team has a lot to do with the work that Zac and Brendan put into both teams.
Nathan Shaw Coach
Brisbane 4th Grade Final Result: Runners Up Top try scorers: William Collins (8) Top Points Scorer:William Collins (40) Captain: Tom Stewart Vice Captains: Liam Ferguson and Lachlan Messery
Competition Rounds Position – 2nd Played12 Won 10Lost 2Bonus Points 5 Points for306 against141
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GPS Rugby Fourth Grade- Runners Up
Back Row: Gavin Jones, Liam Ferguson (vc), Ritchie Lee, Lachlan Jackson, Michael Geraghty, Jai Gurnett-Duffus, Will Dendle, Adam Nelson Middle Row: Michael Tofful, Lachlan Jones, James Lancashire, Reilly Williamson, Jack Cronin, Chris Spurling, Michael Fowler, Tom Smith Front Row: Nathan Shaw (Head Coach), Tim Wilson (Manager/Assistant Coach), Jack Meehan, Tom Steward (c), Lachlan Messery, Josh McKinnon, Angus Porteous, Nathan Freney (Assistant Coach) On Ground: Paddy O’Toole, Nick Rogers, William Rafter, Will Collins Absent: Jordie Daley, Pat Tilley, Pat Trubshaw, Nick Yule, James Forester, Josh Clutterbuck, Kyle Panther-Martin, Brad Madden, Jerome Willis, Matt Dearlove, Nick Styman, Jack Treston
GPS Full Results Fourth Grade Competition 25 Mar Souths 7 def by 20 GPS 1 Apr GPS 0 def by 25 Brothers
8 Apr GPS v Bye 29 Apr GPS 12 def 10 University
6 May Easts 19 def by 27 GPS 13 May GPS 29 def 0 Souths 20 May GPS 12 def by 22 Brothers 27 May GPS v Bye 3 Jun University 14 def by 20 GPS
17 Jun GPS 64 def 7 Easts 1 Jul GPS 45 def 0 Souths 8 Jul GPS 6 def 0 Brothers 15 Jul GPS v Bye 22 Jul GPS 17 def 0 University
29 Jul Easts 15 def by 33 GPS
5 Aug Brothers 10 def by 13 GPS
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Normanby Cup
Coaches:: Nathan Shaw, Nathan Freeny,Tim Wilson(Coach and Manager)
The good showing in player numbers this year allowed the club to run a Friday night team for the first time in a few years. While we had quite a few different players through the ranks during the season, by the end of the year the team was a tight knit group of guys who had a lot of fun throwing the ball around on a Friday night. While the level of fitness for some of the players in the Normanby Cup competition may not be what it was a few years earlier, the competition was at times tougher than some of the Saturday grades games. The games were always played in a good spirit and it was rare for the team not to stay around at the opposition ground and have a few beers after the game.
While we could have notched up a few more wins during the season, this year was a good year to build the base for what will hopefully become a permanent Friday night team with the likelihood of home games for the next season. Special thanks to Ben Neighbour for keeping the boys in line and to Declan Maguire, Michael Atkinson, Dan Nethery and Ryan Webster for rustling up numbers for the team when we were looking a bit short.
Nathan Shaw Coach
Brisbane Suburban Normanby Cup Final Result: 5th Top try scorers: Declan Maguire (5) Top Points Scorer:Declan Maguire (37) Captain: Ben Neighbour
Competition Rounds Position – 5th Played 10 Won 2 Lost 8 Bonus Points 2 Points for 177 against 244
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GPS Rugby Club
GPS Normanby Cup
Back Row: Lachlan Jackson, Jack Cronin, Brendan Kennedy, Reuben Fon-Lowe, Gavin Jones, Oscar Triggs, James Borger, Kristian Sanders, Jordan Curran, Tom Woolcock, Stuart Martin, Josh Dowse, Paddy O’Toole, Connor Riley (strapping/medic), Jason Maltby Front Row: Declan Wellings, Jayden McCormack, ViliRadrodro, Jai Gurnett-Duffus, Nathan Shaw (Player coach), Fraser Bryden, Nick Christie Absent: Nathan Freney, Ben Neighbour(c), Declan Maguire (vc), Michael Atkinson, Tim Wilson (manager), Rory Maguire, Keiran Maguire, Joseph Agresta, James London, Dylan Matthews, Jack Martin, Trent Benett, Aaron Wilson, Adam Nelson, Andrew Davie, Nathan Cook, Phil Mayze, Will Devine, Nick Tregenza
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Women
Coach: Mote Kite, James Kite, Liliani Ngauamo(M) Sam Wadeley (S&C)
“A brilliant first round display against Logan at home, with a number of key additions to the roster promised so much for the 2017 season.
Unfortunately, as has been the case in previous years and due to a number of different factors that was not to be the case in what would be another frustrating season for the GPS women’s team, eventually finishing the year in 6th position.
The lowest point arguably, the heavy defeat encountered at the hands of eventual grand finalists Redlands, during the Super Saturday Showdown held at Sunnybank.
Coaches Mote Kite and Sean Minehan will no doubt be looking for the vital final ingredients that will enable their GPS charges to finally graduate into a top four team in the off season.
However, despite the tough year, there was still a lot to celebrate.
The win against Brothers sticks out as a game that displayed what potential was possible when everything came together for the team.
In terms of individual milestones for the year, the milestone celebrated by foundation player Apikali Loganimoce, who became the first female player to reach 50 caps for the club is a significant one for the team in terms of the longevity of the women’s program.
The discovery of sprinter turned rugby player Georgia Devlin was also an important find, despite her season being cut short due to a serious ACL knee injury. The brave and zippy outside back completed a number of eye catching performances that have a number of people at the club excited at the thought of what a few years in the game will take her game, moving forward.
Military warrior princess Alix Stretton was another new addition who shone brightly for the Gallopers in 2017 as the feisty flanker threw her body into every single collision with reckless abandon for her grateful team mates.
At the representative level, it was also great to see Alisha Hewitt and Caroline Vakalahi again earn selection for the Wallaroos in 2017 from the club, while the hugely talented Vuanimasei Rasolea finally claimed her maiden Queensland jersey when she was selected into the Queensland women’s 10 a side and 15’s teams this year.
The achievements would suggest some bigger and better things are not too far away on the horizon for the female Gallopers. Many thanks to all the players for their efforts for the year, to coaches Mote Kite and Sean Minehan, and team manager Likah Olive.
James Kite Assistant Coach
Brisbane Women Final Result: 6th Top try scorer: Margulu Dixon (7) Top Points Marlugu Dixon (55) Captain – Marlugu Dixon
Competition Rounds Position – 6th 1 1 Bonus Points 4 Points for 162 against 303
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GPS Rugby Club
GPS Rugby Women Back row: - Thomas Ford (Assistant Manager), Georgia Devlin, Tessa Vaoga, Lilinani Ngauamo, Jayna Tongia, Amelia Hill, Margaret Olive (Manager) 2nd Row:-Molly Setu Una-Fiu, Tessa Cairnage, Katelin Earle, Vua Rasolea, Katalina Kite, Sepiuta Ngauamo, Apikali Loganimoce, Bridie Fitzgibbon, Front Row:Sean Minehan (Assistant Coach), Vira Kite, Amy Kuilboer, Marlugu Dixon (Captain), Carolyn McCaffery, Pasimati Schaaf, Mote Kite (Head Coach) Absent:- Alisha Hewett, Caroline Fairs, Kayla Tukuafu, Alapeta Ngauamo, Tima Samoa, Kim Hunt, Diuna Biau (Assistant Manager), Leana Dyer, Bonnie Shearston, Danielle Close, Emma Brien, Alix Stretton, Claire Geerlings, Laura Morea, Samantha Matahere
GPS Full Results WomenCompetition 18 Mar GPS 39 def 17 Logan City 25 Mar GPS 7 def by 36 University
1 Apr Wests 24 def 10 GPS 8 Apr Redlands 71 def 7 GPS 22 Apr GPS 17 def by 20 Helensvale 29 Apr Brothers 0 def by 49 GPS 20 Jun Sunnybank 0 def 0 GPS 20 May Logan City 10 def by 17 GPS 27 May University 12 def 5 GPS
3 Jun GPS 10 def by 37 Wests 10 Jun GPS 0 def by 24 Redlands 24 Jun Helensvale 0 def 0 GPS 1 Jul Brothers 0 def by 0 GPS 8 Jul GPS 0 def by 0 Sunnybank
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Premier Colts
Coaches: Patrick O’Connor, Dave Sheehan, Allan Berriman (M), Beau Brammall (S&C).
With a new coaching and management team in place a large group of players, mainly new to the program kicked of the 2017 Premier Colts season. After a lengthy preseason the trials saw some positive results with the Premier Colts squad recording a win over University.
Led by returning player Kaleb Talbot, a team of mostly first year colts started the year with high hopes. The season proper started slowly but with a younger side the outlook was positive. The boys came together well over the year and though they narrowly missed out on a top 4 spot they did pick up wins over the ladder leaders Brothers and University during the season.
A positive sign for the program was that a number of players were invited to play with the Premier Reserve Grade team towards the end of the season, which shows the strength making its way through the club. These stars of the future were not alone with a number of other players showing signs of potential that would be making all Gallopers supporters very happy. Names like Dan Niven, Matt Collins, Harrison Bartkowski, Isaac De Flavis, Liam Adams, Max Marshall Ethan McCall and Jed Chapman will be ones to watch as they develop through the GPS Club.
There needs to be special mention to Dan Nethery who worked with the 2017 Coaches to bring this side together. There were a variety of players in the group that had come from areas not normally in the traditional GPS Rugby talent pools.
Finally a big thank you to all those involved in the Premier Colts program this year. Patrick O’Connor and Dave Sheehan did a great job in bringing this side together and developing a solid platform for potential success in the years to come. Allan Berriman, came down from Grades to assist the newly formed coaching team and Beau Brammall was an excellent S&C looking after boys throughout the year.
See you in 2018.
Ryan Webster Colts Co-ordinator
Qld Premier Colts Final Result 5th Top Try Scorer: Isaac De Flavis (12) Top Points Scorer:Isaac De Flavis(92) Captain: Kaleb Talbot Competition Rounds Position: 5th Played 16 Won 8Lost 8Bonus Points 8 Points For: 415 Against:383
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GPS Rugby Club
GPS Rugby Premier Colts
Back Row: Jacob Stower, Jed Chapman, Lachlann Mckinnon, Wilson Ryan, Archer Attwool, Kieran Fender, Liam Adams Middle Row:Allan Berriman (Manager), Harry Martin, Nicholas Jenkins, Sam Curran, Ethan McCall, Daniel Niven, Kuyen Lewis, Matthew Collins, Patrick O’Connor (Head Coach) Front Row:James Taylor, Rhys Charlton, Maxwell Marshall, Campbell Halliday, Kaleb Talbot (Captain), Ryan Pitts, Patrick Gelling, Isaac De Flavis, Dave Sheehan (Backs Coach) Absent: Conor Trudgen, Jack Kibble, Jack Cuneo, Harrison Bartkowski, Joe Ryan, Nakoa Marcroft, Tyrell Douglas-Denduck, Beau Brammall (S&C) GPS Full Results Premier Colts Competition 18 Mar GPS v Bye 25 Mar Bond University 19 def 17 GPS
1 Apr Souths 15 def by 40 GPS 8 Apr University 17 def by 18 GPS
22 Apr GPS 26 def by 27 Wests 29 Apr GPS 22 def 7 Norths 6 May Brothers 40 def 5 GPS 13 May GPS 10 def by 22 Sunnybank 20 May GPS 57 def 10 Easts
27 May Wests 48 def 15 GPS 3 Jun Norths 24 def by 38 GPS 10 Jun GPS 24 def 21 Brothers 17 Jun GPS v Bye 1 Jul GPS 50 def 0 Souths
8 Jul GPS 36 def 27 Bond University 15 Jul Sunnybank 27 def 24 GPS 22 Jul GPS 7 def by 43 University 29 Jul Easts 36 def 26 GPS
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Colts One
Coaches: Stephen Guthrie, John Taylor, Ryan Webster (M), Beau Brammell (S&C)
2017 brought many fresh faces into the Colts 1 group with only a handful of 2016 players returning to the colts program, as the majority moved into grades. Under the coaching direction of Stephen Guthrie and John Taylor the boys bonded well and only narrowly missed out on the top 4, having let a number of close games slip through their fingers on the run into the end of the season.
Despite not making it into finals there were many highlights with a number of boys making the step from Colts 1 into Premier Colts throughout the season as well as a number of the squad returning to play with Colts 2 through to the finals. Lachlann McKinnon, Ryan Pitts, Kieran Fender, Harry Martin, Tom Hogan and Joe Gavin all made an impact in their appearances in the higher teams as well as joining with Jacob Stower, Archie Attwool, Jayden Arndell Connor Trudgen and Sam Tucker that made consistent impacts throughout the season.
There was a great culture in the Colts 1 group this year, with training and game days being full of fun and enjoyment. The boys had a crack this year and worked hard to improve their performances finishing the season at home with a win over the eventual runners-up in the competition University.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank a few people that made key contributions to the team. A big thank you to Daniel Nethery for his efforts and support this year as well as club CEO Anthony Herbert. Special mention to Aiden Fabris and Zach Guthrie who suffered injuries this season but still were art of the team and helped with water and touch judge responsibilities. Also, thanks for Beau Brammell who provided grate service to all Colts teams as our S&C.
To the coaches and manager of the other colts teams, Pat, Dave, Wombie, Chief& Ollie thanks for their support this year. Finally, to Steven and John thanks for the year and your 100% consistent commitment to the boys development both and off the field this season.
Best of luck and see you all in 2018.
Ryan Webster Manager
Brisbane Colts 1 Final Result – 5th Top Try Scorer: Archer Attwooll(8) Top Points Scorer: Archer Attwooll (48) Captain: Jayden Arndell
Competition Rounds Position Fifth Played 16 Won 8 Lost7 Drew 1Bonus Points 2 Points for 365 Against 361
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GPS Rugby Club
GPS Rugby Colts1 Back Row: Daniel Pologa, Archer Attwooll, Jacob Stower, Pati (David) Fetaoai, Sam Tucker, Samuel Lassman, Tom Hogan Middle Row: Harry Martin, Lachlann Mckinnon, Sam Curran, Joe Gavin, Fletcher Booth, Kieran Fender, Mitchell Straker, John Taylor (Coach) Front Row: Stevie Guthrie (Coach), Patrick Gelling, Conor Trudgen, Jayden Arndell (Captain), Rory Humphries, Zach Guthrie, Ryan Pitts, Ryan Webster (Manager) Absent:Aidan Fabris, Alex Seery, Luke Marnane, Josh Kilgore, Nicholas Jenkins, Calum Henderson, Ryan Chui-Clark, Beau Brammall (S&C)
GPS Full Results Colts 1 Competition 18 Mar GPS v Bye 25 Mar Bond University 27 def 19 GPS
1 Apr Souths 14 def by 26 GPS 8 Apr University 32 def 14 GPS
22 Apr GPS 15 def 12 Wests 29 Apr GPS 28 def 26 Norths 6 May Brothers 31 def 12 GPS 13 May GPS 15 def 5 Sunnybank 20 May GPS 53 def 10 Easts
27 May Wests 19 def 5 GPS 3 Jun Norths 24 drew 24 GPS 10 Jun GPS 10 def by 25 Brothers 17 Jun GPS v Bye 1 Jul GPS 57 def 10 Souths
8 Jul GPS 17 def by 37 Bond University 15 Jul Sunnybank 40 def 12 GPS 22 Jul GPS 24 def 20 University 29 Jul Easts 29 def by 34 GPS
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Colts Two
Coaches: Daniel Boddice, Oliver McCall, Sam Scott, Beau Brammall (S&C)
You could easily some up the 2017 campaign as being eventful. A number of hard games, close losses, changing competitions and a split competition were all apart of what became a Premiership winning season.
With the addition of Oliver McCall to the coaches who were at the helm of last years team the colts season began slowly as the club suffered some early injuries that made getting player number a little harder then hoped. With the added complication of playing away from the rest of the Colts group for the most of their away games the team quickly learned how to battle through.
Originally set up as an eight team competitions, a few weeks into the season saw the addition of two teams with a plan to split into two separate competitions at the halfway point. Despite a valiant effort from the boys, who managed to beat two of the teams who ended up in the top half of the competition at the half way point we were joined by Brothers 2, University 2, Sunnybank and Wests in the Colts 3 comp.
After a few unexpected outcomes, the team ended up on top of the table and claimed the minor premiership having to face the two form sides in the final series. The boys certainly saved their best till last narrowly going down to Brothers in the major semi-final, then dispatching the students the week following, before showing Brothers how it was done with a big win in the Grand Final.
Captains Hamish Trudgen & Toby Taylor we solid all year with great performances from Rory Curtis, Patrick Lawson and many others providing all that were in attendance a positive outlook for the future.
A premiership doesn’t come without hard work from the players, coaching staff and supporters so there are a number of people to thanks. Special mentioned must go to Connor Riley, who was injured at the start of the year but returned to help with strapping before starting to play again in the last few rounds of the season. Also, thank you to Daniel Nethery who played a key role in helping the coaches and players this year. Lastly the coaches, Dan, Sam & Ollie, who did a great job in difficult circumstances.
See you in 2018.
Ryan Webster Colts Co-ordinator
Brisbane Colts 3 Final Position: Premiers and Minor Premiers Top Try Scorers: Rory Curtis & Isaac Chaffey (3) Top Points Scorers: Rory Campbelr (31) Captains: Hamish Trudgen & Toby Taylor Competition Rounds Position: Fifth Played 9 Won 2Lost 6Bonus Points 5 Points For 211 Against295
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GPS Rugby Club
GPS Rugby Colts2 – Premiers and Minor Premiers Back Row: Ashwin Raj, Jacob Anderson, Dane Poutsma, Harry Willmington, Callum Williams, Patrick Lawson, Elliot Nash Middle Row:Hamish Rogerson, Thomas Barter, Rory Curtis, Callum Maloney, Josh Hatch, Josh Kilgore, Fletcher Booth, Isaac Chaffey, Dan Boddice (Head Coach) Front Row:Oliver McCall (Backs Coach), Hamish Trudgen, Koopyr Bailey, Toby Taylor, Joe Scannell, John O’Shannessy, Fraser Brydon, Sam Scott (Forwards Coach) Absent:Ryan Chui-Clark, Calum Henderson, Connor Riley, Stuart Ford, Rory Campbell, James Graham, Luke Hadenfeldt, Adam Ibell, William Coorey, Beau Brammall (S&C)
GPS Full Results Colts 2 Competition 1 Apr Brothers 2 29 def 22 GPS 8 Apr GPS v Sunnybank 29 Apr GPS 17 def by 22 Easts
6 May Colleges 24 def 22 GPS 13 May GPS 21 def by 34 University 2
27 May University 1 47 def 12 GPS 3 Jun Brothers 1 81 def 0 GPS 10 Jun GPS 31 def 17 Wynnum 1 Jul Brothers 2 17 drew 17 GPS 8 Jul GPS v Bye
15 Jul GPS v Bye 22 Jul GPS 0 def 0 University 2 29-Jul- GPS v Bye 5 Aug GPS 21 def by 22 Brothers 2 12 Aug GPS 23 def 21 University 2
19 Aug GPS 47 def 10 Brothers 2
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Affiliate Reports
Golden Gallopers
Season 2017 has been another good one for the GPS Golden Gallopers, the Club’s well-aged, but not so wise, over 35s rugby team.
As with seasons past, stories of our former rugby deeds were as heroic as they were false.
The GGs have enjoyed some decent games, a couple of bus trips to play teams farther afield and the Great Western Rumble, our annual Golden Oldies carnival hosted at Yoku Road. Some entertaining rugby was played throughout the year, sometimes even by us
The pre-season saw us make the trek to Sydney where we were hosted by the Newport golden oldies team. We stayed across the road from the fabulous Newport Hotel and all agreed it was a trip well-worth repeating.
In the spirit of recognising how much rugby has given us, and wanting to give back, we hosted our inaugural fundraising lunch at our principal sponsor’s digs The Alliance Hotel (with 50% of the profits to be contributed towards the GPS Juniors). The bearded half-back Tony ‘Baz’ Stephens suggested we invite former Wallabies or Reds players (one per table) to enjoy a relaxed afternoon of reliving glory days. A huge thanks to David Codey, Mark Connors, Dan Herbert, Matt Pini, Christiaan Knapp and the Golden Gallopers own Brad Condon plus GPS Prems skipper Dan Gorman and former Prems coach and current Reds assistant coach Shane Arnold. To a man, they were extremely entertaining and very generous of their time – for payment they received a beer and our hearty thanks.
The highlight, as with every season, is the camaraderie and enjoyment of pretending to be young again with good mates. Many thanks to the GGs committee, our sponsors the Alliance, Ordanga Properties and Toowong Mitsubishi, plus continued support from Billy’s Meats and our existing sponsor Bank of Queensland The Gap. Thank you also to the GPS Club for accommodating us on Friday night games, for making the facilities available on game day and particularly the Great Western Rumble, and to the canteen staff who run the show with military efficiency, but always with a smile.
The only pre-requisite to becoming a GPS Golden Galloper is an enjoyment of rugby and playing in the right spirit (ability to catch, pass and tackle are optional bonuses). Feel free to contact us on the details below if you have even an inkling of wanting to throw the pig skin around..
Regards
Langton Clarke President, GPS Golden Gallopers Inc
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GPS Team Trophies 2017
Players Player Awards Recipient
Premier Grade Michael Richards
Premier Reserve Nick Richards
1st Grade Giorgio Phillips
2nd Grade Joe Selwood
3rd Grade Joe Selwood
4th Grade Lachlan Messery
Premier Colts Isaac DeFlavis
Colts 1 Jacob Stower
Colts 2 Isaac Chaffey
Women’s Marlugu Dixon
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GPS Player Statistics 2017
Name Premier Reserve 1stGrade 2ndGrade 3rdGrade Grade 4th Women Normanby ColtsPremier Colts1 Colts2 2017Games CareerPremier CareerClub Tries Conversions Penalties 2017Points CareerPoints CareerTries CareerGoals
Adams, Liam 1 14 4 19 35 1 5 10 2 Agresta, Joseph 5 5 5 3 1 17 17 3 1 Ah You, Denman 1 5 2 8 1 8 1 5 5 1 Alatimu, Aj 17 17 17 17 1 51 17 158 158 1 68 Allen, Richard 4 17 1 1 23 4 116 7 35 90 18 Anderson, Jacob 2 6 8 8 2 10 10 2 Anderson, Trent 6 8 1 1 16 15 27 2 10 30 6 Arndell, Jayden 16 1 17 17 1 5 5 1 Arnold, Jack 8 7 15 56 1 3 11 49 7 7 Atkinson, Michael 2 5 7 139 3 15 564 64 121 Attwooll, Archer 2 15 17 17 8 4 48 48 8 4 Bailey, Koopyr 5 5 5 Barazza, Andrew 11 2 13 21 8 40 45 9 Barter, Thomas 3 6 9 9 1 5 5 1 Bartkowski, Harry 1 3 10 14 1 14 1 5 5 1 Bartlett, Oliver 8 6 14 8 14 Beesley, Luke 4 11 2 17 65 6 16 5 77 251 17 74 Bellas, David 5 11 8 24 40 4 20 50 10 Benett, Trent 1 8 9 251 6 Beohm, Allin 1 1 1 Bernard, Ernest 1 1 2 2 Bernstrom, Steven 4 4 21 3 15 25 5 Betti, Riccardo 1 2 3 40 5 1 Boddice, Daniel 2 2 25 15 3 Booth, Fletcher 8 5 13 13 4 9 38 38 4 9 Borger, James 6 6 8 Brien, Emma 1 1 13 Brydon, Fraser 1 3 5 3 12 19 1 5 5 1 Burke, Frederick 17 17 55 56 4 20 55 11 Burke, William 3 12 2 17 53 1 5 10 2 Burrows, Lewis 4 4 75 45 9 Byrne, Daniel 9 11 20 9 55 5 25 70 14 Campbell, Rory 8 8 8 8 5 31 31 13 Carnegie, Tessa 8 8 8 Carroll, Jacob 2 2 2 Chaffey, Isaac 1 4 7 12 12 4 20 20 4 38 GPS RUGBY CLUB INC. ANNUAL REPORT 2017
Name Premier Reserve 1stGrade 2ndGrade 3rdGrade Grade 4th Women Normanby ColtsPremier Colts1 Colts2 2017Games CareerPremier CareerClub Tries Conversions Penalties 2017Points CareerPoints CareerTries CareerGoals
Chalmers, Lochlan 1 1 1 Champtaloup, Alex 1 5 8 14 12 100 2 10 35 7 Chapman, Jed 11 2 13 13 4 20 20 4 Charlton, Rhys 9 3 12 22 1 5 5 1 Christie, Nicholas 3 3 3 Christie, Tom 9 14 1 24 27 79 5 48 11 154 566 19 207 Chui-Clark, Daniel 15 9 1 25 37 2 10 30 6 Chui-Clark, Ryan 11 2 13 20 2 10 15 3 Ciocca, Brandon 7 10 17 83 5 25 75 15 Cleeton, Reece 7 10 2 19 7 19 12 60 60 12 Close, Danielle 5 5 5 4 20 20 4 Clutterbuck, Josh 2 9 11 69 1 5 15 4 Collins, Joshua 5 8 2 1 16 28 7 35 35 14 1 Collins, Matthew 7 2 9 9 5 25 25 5 Collins, Rory 3 6 9 9 1 5 5 1 Collins, William 1 8 9 34 8 40 60 11 2 Cook, Nathan 2 2 2 Coorey, William 1 1 1 Coughlan, Nick 1 1 13 Coughlan, Sean 3 10 7 20 77 30 6 Cowhig, Conor 6 8 4 18 6 28 1 5 5 3 Cronin, Jack 2 1 3 32 5 1 Cuneo, Jack 14 14 14 4 20 20 4 Curran, Jordan 3 12 15 32 5 25 40 8 Curran, Sam 12 6 18 18 3 15 15 3 Curtis, Rory 1 5 6 6 3 15 15 3 Daley, Jordie 8 1 9 20 6 30 32 6 1 Davie, Andrew 1 2 3 3 1 5 5 1 De Flavis, Isaac 14 14 14 12 13 2 92 92 12 15 Dearlove, Matthew 3 10 13 13 Dendle, Jackson 1 12 1 1 15 3 118 2 10 50 10 Dendle, William 5 6 4 15 15 Devine, William 2 2 17 Devlin, Georgia 5 5 5 1 1 7 7 1 1 Dixon, Marlugu 9 9 46 7 10 55 142 24 11 Douglas-Denduck, Tyrell 13 2 15 15 6 30 30 6 Downes, Jimmy 1 1 66 26 38 Duggan, Timothy 8 8 8 Durre, Rhys 1 4 5 5 39 GPS RUGBY CLUB INC. ANNUAL REPORT 2017
Name Premier Reserve 1stGrade 2ndGrade 3rdGrade Grade 4th Women Normanby ColtsPremier Colts1 Colts2 2017Games CareerPremier CareerClub Tries Conversions Penalties 2017Points CareerPoints CareerTries CareerGoals
Dyer, Leana 8 8 49 26 4 3 Earle, Katelin 8 8 10 Earley, Dan 1 2 1 4 21 75 1 5 303 30 66 Ebdon, Mitchell 9 9 18 2 38 Ellis, Jonathan 4 8 5 4 21 105 160 3 15 90 18 Fabris, Aidan 1 1 1 Fegan, Jesse 1 1 1 1 5 5 1 Fender, Kieran 1 7 11 19 19 4 20 20 4 Ferguson, Liam 2 8 2 12 118 259 2 10 272 51 1 Fetaoai, Pati 5 10 1 16 16 6 30 30 6 Fitzgibbon, Bridie 5 5 5 Fon-Lowe, Reuben 3 14 1 18 56 3 15 25 5 Ford, Stuart 6 6 6 1 5 5 1 Forrester, James 1 6 1 8 7 2 10 10 2 Fowler, Michael 5 1 6 6 4 8 8 4 Freney, Nathan 8 8 8 Freney, Ryan 17 3 20 74 80 10 2 Frisby, Nick 7 7 37 56 3 15 150 27 6 Frostick, Brett 1 1 2 180 105 21 Gavin, Joe 5 6 11 11 3 15 15 3 Geerlings, Claire 4 4 4 Gelling, Patrick 10 5 15 15 3 15 15 3 Genia, Nigel 11 12 23 25 37 3 15 20 4 Geraghty, Michael 1 9 4 14 35 2 10 40 8 Gorman, Daniel 16 16 127 200 2 10 80 15 Graham, James 2 4 6 6 Gurnett-Duffus, Jai 4 8 12 40 4 20 20 4 Guthrie, Zach 3 1 4 4 Hadenfeldt, Luke 1 4 4 9 9 1 5 5 1 Hall, Jack 1 1 1 Halliday, Campbell 12 3 15 32 5 1 Halliday, Fergus 11 11 54 1 5 70 11 6 Hastings, Lachlan 1 9 9 19 122 2 10 45 9 Hatch, Josh 1 6 7 7 2 1 12 12 2 1 Havelu, Jay 12 4 16 25 29 6 30 40 8 Heinke, Samuel 2 5 4 1 12 125 30 6 Henderson, Calum 8 1 9 9 Herbert, James 7 4 1 12 80 142 3 15 239 31 40 Hewett, Alisha 1 1 18 45 9 40 GPS RUGBY CLUB INC. ANNUAL REPORT 2017
Name Premier Reserve 1stGrade 2ndGrade 3rdGrade Grade 4th Women Normanby ColtsPremier Colts1 Colts2 2017Games CareerPremier CareerClub Tries Conversions Penalties 2017Points CareerPoints CareerTries CareerGoals
Hicks, Ben 5 3 1 9 51 30 Hill, Amelia 3 3 3 Hilton, Luke 13 13 52 4 20 80 16 Hodgetts, Charlie 4 10 3 17 59 3 18 4 63 90 6 28 Hodson, Alexander 3 2 5 5 Hogan, Tom 2 14 1 17 17 4 20 20 4 Houlahan, Matthew 1 4 10 15 6 26 3 15 25 5 Humphries, Rory 5 3 8 8 Hunt, Eveni Steph 2 4 1 1 8 18 35 2 10 20 4 Hunt, Kimberley 3 3 25 3 15 71 11 9 Ibell, Adam 1 7 8 8 1 5 5 1 Jackson, Lachlan 9 5 14 40 1 5 5 1 Jenkins, Chris 1 12 13 58 3 15 38 7 1 Jenkins, Nicholas 1 11 7 19 19 2 10 10 2 Johnston, Kieren 6 6 8 118 50 10 Jones, Gavin 1 8 1 10 27 5 25 35 7 Jones, Lachlan 12 9 21 41 5 25 44 8 2 Jordan, David 12 15 27 4 203 1 5 15 3 Kaitu'U, Alifeleti 2 2 22 22 3 15 70 14 Kennedy, Brendan 7 7 15 10 2 Kent, Jonathan 4 9 13 4 13 2 4 1 21 21 2 5 Kibble, Jack 5 1 6 6 Kilgore, Josh 7 6 13 13 King, Cameron 13 7 3 23 55 266 5 25 225 42 King, Mitchell 10 1 11 50 63 4 20 135 27 Kite, Katalina 10 10 36 1 5 5 1 Kite, Vira 10 10 46 1 5 30 6 Konelio, Maaloga 16 16 16 16 6 30 30 6 Kosiek, Joe 4 11 2 17 45 4 20 40 8 Kuilboer, Amy 9 9 9 Kuridrani, Chris 7 7 72 75 2 10 180 36 Lamur, Sean 1 2 3 3 Lancashire, James 2 5 7 7 Lassman, Samuel 1 11 12 12 Lawson, Patrick 1 7 8 8 1 5 5 1 Lee, Richie 2 2 4 121 181 20 37 Lewis, Kuyen 12 1 13 13 2 10 10 2 Lindsay, Dylan 5 12 17 11 92 3 15 105 21 Loganimoce, Apikali 10 10 51 3 15 70 14 41 GPS RUGBY CLUB INC. ANNUAL REPORT 2017
Name Premier Reserve 1stGrade 2ndGrade 3rdGrade Grade 4th Women Normanby ColtsPremier Colts1 Colts2 2017Games CareerPremier CareerClub Tries Conversions Penalties 2017Points CareerPoints CareerTries CareerGoals
London, James 5 5 5 1 1 7 7 1 1 Luta, Brandon 3 2 2 4 2 13 13 3 15 15 3 Mackie, Kieran 1 1 1 Macsween, Ryan 6 1 7 6 3 15 15 3 Madden, Bradley 5 2 7 7 Magnay, Campbell 1 1 5 17 1 5 50 10 Maguire, Declan 2 5 7 34 5 7 39 196 11 63 Maguire, Kieran 4 4 4 1 5 5 1 Maguire, Rory 1 2 3 41 71 4 14 Maloney, Callum 5 5 5 1 1 7 7 1 1 Maltby, Jason 1 1 2 2 1 5 5 1 Marcroft, Nakoa 1 5 1 7 7 6 30 30 6 Marnane, Luke 1 2 12 15 15 1 5 5 1 Marshall, Harrison 4 1 2 7 40 1 5 5 2 Marshall, Jack 9 5 14 59 40 8 Marshall, Maxwell 1 7 2 10 10 3 15 15 3 Martin, Harry 5 11 16 16 1 5 5 1 Martin, Jack 3 3 3 Martin, Stuart 7 7 7 1 5 5 1 Matehaere, Samantha 8 8 8 Matthews, Dylan 7 7 7 1 5 5 1 Mayze, Phil 3 4 7 142 35 7 Mccaffery, Carolyn 7 7 38 Mccall, Ethan 14 14 14 1 5 5 1 Mccormack, Jayden 8 6 1 15 44 8 40 70 14 Mckinnon, Joshua 1 1 8 10 68 1 5 5 5 Mckinnon, Lachlann 8 9 17 36 5 25 35 7 Mcmahon, Tim 3 8 5 16 29 3 15 20 4 Mcveigh, Patrick 7 8 15 52 3 15 96 17 5 Meehan, Jack 7 7 47 23 3 4 Messery, Lachlan 5 11 16 40 4 1 22 34 5 4 Morea, Laurelliza 3 3 3 1 5 5 1 Muirhead, Sean 4 3 7 11 Mulikihaamea, Laione 17 17 17 17 6 30 30 6 Muller, Matthew 1 15 16 92 7 35 65 13 Murray, Michael 3 8 1 12 26 1 5 20 4 Mutoti, Enzo 11 11 11 11 Nally, Callum 2 10 8 2 22 2 40 8 40 65 13 Nash, Elliot 1 1 1 42 GPS RUGBY CLUB INC. ANNUAL REPORT 2017
Name Premier Reserve 1stGrade 2ndGrade 3rdGrade Grade 4th Women Normanby ColtsPremier Colts1 Colts2 2017Games CareerPremier CareerClub Tries Conversions Penalties 2017Points CareerPoints CareerTries CareerGoals
Neighbour, Ben 2 8 10 29 15 3 Nelson, Adam 2 6 8 38 5 1 Nelson, Andrew 2 7 1 10 41 9 6 36 341 4 61 Ngauamo, Alapeta 7 7 24 10 2 Ngauamo, Liliani 8 8 8 1 5 5 1 Ngauamo, Sepiuta 8 8 30 1 5 30 4 Nicholson, Patrick 11 11 22 20 71 10 3 56 171 33 3 Niven, Daniel Joseph 3 11 1 15 16 17 2 40 40 19 Notting, Alexander 4 11 1 16 68 2 O'Keeffe, Lachlan 2 2 2 O'Ryan, Ben 1 2 3 1 1 8 8 O'Shannessy, John 2 5 7 7 O'Shea, Connor 4 9 13 46 7 3 41 87 14 21 O'Toole, Paddy 9 2 11 26 4 8 8 4 Panther-Martin, Kyle 1 7 5 3 16 32 5 25 45 9 Parcell, Harry 1 8 9 18 48 8 40 66 12 3 Paterson, Lachlan 6 13 1 20 54 5 25 55 11 Phillips, Giorgio 2 13 15 3 30 9 29 8 127 151 12 41 Pitts, Ryan 5 6 11 25 8 16 55 2 22 Pologa, Daniel 1 1 1 Pologa, Naverika 4 18 9 1 32 5 49 1 5 20 4 Porteous, Angus 8 3 3 14 18 306 4 1 22 321 63 1 Poutsma, Dane 3 6 9 9 2 10 10 2 Pulsford, Charles 1 1 1 Pulu, Somi 1 1 2 17 46 20 8 Puru-Tongia, Janya 8 8 8 1 5 5 1 Radrodro, Josateki 1 11 2 14 32 5 25 55 11 Radrodro, Viliame 1 14 2 1 18 67 5 25 95 19 Rafter, Will 10 6 16 42 2 2 14 34 6 2 Raj, Ashwin 4 4 4 Rasolea, Vuanimasei 3 3 27 3 15 120 24 Reynolds, Kieran 1 2 3 50 2 Richards, Matthew 1 1 12 14 147 2 10 259 36 38 Richards, Michael 15 15 55 120 5 25 169 33 2 Richards, Nicholas 4 21 25 4 77 3 15 55 11 Riley, Connor 6 6 6 1 5 5 1 Rogers, Nick 1 7 3 8 1 20 22 2 10 10 2 Rogerson, Hamish 7 7 7 1 5 5 1 Russell-Sharam, Seb 1 16 17 17 3 21 4 69 69 3 25 43 GPS RUGBY CLUB INC. ANNUAL REPORT 2017
Name Premier Reserve 1stGrade 2ndGrade 3rdGrade Grade 4th Women Normanby ColtsPremier Colts1 Colts2 2017Games CareerPremier CareerClub Tries Conversions Penalties 2017Points CareerPoints CareerTries CareerGoals
Rutherford-Taurua, Tom 3 3 2 8 20 10 2 Ryan, Joseph 10 1 11 23 4 20 25 5 Ryan, Wilson 14 14 14 2 5 20 20 2 5 Samo, Radike 8 2 10 8 32 3 15 15 10 Samoa, Timaleti 8 8 30 20 2 5 Sanders, Kristian 6 8 3 17 33 7 35 60 12 Scannell, Joe 1 1 7 9 9 2 10 10 2 Schaaf, Pasimati 5 5 38 5 1 Seery, Alex 1 14 1 16 16 Selwood, Joseph 3 10 6 19 116 7 1 37 226 30 36 Setu, Waita 14 4 18 43 47 2 10 65 13 Sexton, Benjamin 1 1 130 148 26 8 Sexton, Tom 1 1 20 2 Shallcross, Michael 2 16 6 24 165 2 10 175 35 Shallcross, Robert 1 1 67 1 5 97 14 3 Shaw, Nathan 1 1 9 11 154 140 28 Shearston, Bonnie 5 5 12 2 1 Simkin, Troy 11 19 1 31 15 105 15 75 160 37 Smith, Patrick 2 12 9 23 35 99 7 16 3 76 624 18 229 Smith, Tommy 7 9 16 41 4 5 30 72 12 6 Speedy, Taylor 1 1 1 Spencer, Thomas 2 5 8 15 39 1 5 5 1 Spurling, Christopher 1 3 1 2 7 1 87 55 11 Stagg, Steve 12 16 28 14 90 8 40 90 18 Staller, Brock 1 5 6 1 6 1 9 2 29 29 1 11 Stewart, Tom 6 11 17 34 1 1 7 20 2 5 Stower, Damian 1 1 114 1 5 5 23 Stower, Jacob 5 13 18 18 3 15 15 3 Straker, Mitchell 12 12 12 1 5 5 1 Streek, Gerald 15 4 19 109 1 17 3 48 244 11 77 Stretton, Alix 5 5 5 2 4 4 2 Styman, Nick 1 4 5 106 60 12 Sykes, Nicholas 4 11 15 22 35 3 15 15 3 Talbot, Kaleb 1 15 16 34 4 20 30 6 Tavita-Matavale, George 16 10 1 27 26 6 30 30 6 Taylor Colt, James 14 14 14 2 10 10 2 Taylor, James 3 10 10 1 2 26 83 1 5 10 2 Taylor, Toby 1 1 8 10 10 Tewson, Peter 17 1 18 1 205 75 15 44 GPS RUGBY CLUB INC. ANNUAL REPORT 2017
Name Premier Reserve 1stGrade 2ndGrade 3rdGrade Grade 4th Women Normanby ColtsPremier Colts1 Colts2 2017Games CareerPremier CareerClub Tries Conversions Penalties 2017Points CareerPoints CareerTries CareerGoals
Tilley, Patrick 6 1 7 16 5 1 Tofful, Michael 8 2 10 10 Toye, Matthew 9 1 10 63 3 15 211 24 42 Tregenza, Nick 2 2 79 1 5 59 9 6 Treleaven, Mitchell 3 15 18 3 18 12 3 1 69 69 12 4 Treston, Jack 1 7 3 4 2 17 45 36 4 8 Triggs, Oscar 1 13 14 72 1 5 15 3 Trubshaw, Pat 1 5 5 11 150 163 29 19 Trudgen, Conor 7 10 17 28 2 19 2 54 81 5 27 Trudgen, Hamish 4 8 12 12 Trudgen, Sean 1 15 16 50 20 4 Trundle, Sam 3 3 3 Tucker, Samuel Jam 14 14 14 4 20 20 4 Tukuafu, Kayla 8 8 43 20 4 Tuqiri, Noa 7 9 16 7 16 10 50 50 10 Tuttle, James 4 4 4 23 50 Una-Fiu, Molly 3 3 3 Vakalahi, Caroline 1 1 6 1 Vaoga, Tessa 5 5 5 Vasukicakau, Eric 14 14 14 14 6 30 30 6 Warmington, Morgan 2 3 1 6 61 5 25 30 6 Weier, Isaac 2 14 5 21 43 136 8 40 265 53 Wenck, Maximillian 2 2 17 1 1 7 21 3 3 Whiting, Joshua 7 9 1 17 4 139 45 9 Williams, Callum 11 5 16 16 Williamson, Reilly 1 5 1 7 16 Willmington, Harry 1 4 6 11 11 Wills, Jerome 1 4 4 9 27 1 5 10 2 Wilson, Aaron 3 3 3 1 5 5 1 Winkley, Todd 15 15 95 138 1 5 310 62 Woods, Ben 1 1 10 Woolcock, Thomas 1 2 7 10 39 20 4 Wratten, Allan 7 8 15 15 5 25 25 5 Wyer, Charles 1 6 1 8 17 4 20 51 9 3 Youl, Nicholas 3 1 4 4
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Treasurer’s Report
Firstly, I would like to say it’s been a privilege to act as Club Treasurer, this is an outstanding club to be a part of. Before some insight on the financial status of this year I would like to thank the current committee including previous treasurer Tony Hailing. The club was in a very positive financial position at the beginning of the year/playing season that had assisted the current committee.
Total income for the year is in excess of $1.5m and has produced a profit of over $100k. This has fallen short of our budgeted target, mainly due to an unsuccessful bore hole and Club break in totalling $40k,also we have setup an extensive ground maintenance program worth $50k, it still remains a positive number towards our cash reserves. Keep in mind we have an opening stock amount of $69k.
Primary source of income for GPS Rugby Club is: Playing Fees and Membership $328k Canteen & Merchandise $385k Sponsorship $353k Functions & Fundraising $292k
As a community based Club we are reliant on local businesses for their generous sponsorship and financial help from our members/supporters. This year we have boosted our asset register and have been able to upgrade our facilities within the club, they are as follows: Total refurbishment of field 3 $180k (including a new surface and new goal posts) Ride on mower with catcher $24k Titan Shed $16k Office upgrade (computer system) $20k
Finally, I would like to thank all our sponsors and volunteers for their continued help and support with the club, special mention to Anthony Herbert and Lorraine Gorman for efforts in canteen and running of our fine Club.
After a very successful 2017 on and off the field I look forward to being a part of this amazing Rugby Club in 2018.
Darren Dowse Treasurer
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