LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
In a scintillating display of rugby league talent, the St George Dragons, Illawarra Steelers, and Illawarra South Coast Dragons junior representative sides took the field in Round 4 of the NSWRL competitions.
As reported by dragons.com.au and titled "Dragons Pathways Wrap: Rd 4," the Steelers SG Ball Cup team dominated their opponents, soaring to the top of the ladder with an exceptional performance.
Meanwhile, their Tarsha Gale Cup unit continued their unbeaten streak with yet another shut-out victory, firmly establishing themselves as a force to be reckoned with.
However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for the Dragons SG Ball Cup side, as they experienced a heartbreaking defeat in the Hunter.
Despite the setbacks, the Dragons Tarsha Gale Cup, Harold Matthews Cup, and Lisa Fiaola Cup squads all enjoyed well-deserved byes.
Now, let's delve into the club's pathways results from the action-packed weekend.
The skipper, Shadi Hammoud, displayed his leadership prowess by linking up with Corey Ackers, resulting in an electrifying try.
Hammoud's perfectly timed inside-ball allowed Ackers to smash through the opponent's defense, increasing their lead to a commanding 14-0 just before halftime.
However, the Knights weren't ready to throw in the towel, and they mounted a courageous fightback.
Bailey Carmichael broke through the Dragons' defense, scoring the Knights' first points and kickstarting their comeback attempt.