LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In the NSW Cup Round 13 match, the Sea Eagles faced a disappointing defeat, losing 24-20 to the North Sydney Bears at 4 Pines Park.
The Sea Eagles started strong, leading 18-4 at halftime, showcasing promising attacking power.
However, the second half saw a significant decline in their performance, as they conceded 20 points while only managing to score 2 more, marking their seventh loss of the season.
Both teams entered the match with identical records of four wins, seven losses, and one bye, aiming for a victory to boost their seasons.
The Sea Eagles played with determination, despite being down to 12 men, and controlled the game, spending four consecutive sets deep in the Bears' territory.
However, they failed to convert these opportunities into points.
The Bears responded with a try from half-back Jesse Marschke in the 23rd minute, narrowing the gap to 6-4.
After a brief setback, the Sea Eagles regained momentum, scoring two tries within a five-minute span to extend their lead.
Unfortunately, they could not maintain this success, ultimately leading to their late-game collapse and loss.