LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
In the Knock-On Effect NSW Cup match on Sunday, a young Dragons team triumphed over the Sea Eagles with a score of 30-22 at 4 Pines Park.
This victory marked their ninth win in the last ten NSW Cup games.
Due to a growing list of injuries, coach Willie Talau utilized his depth, fielding 11 players eligible for the Jersey Flegg competition, including four debutants: Tyler Peckham-Harris, Lyric Craft-Te Moananui, Jesse Williams, and Matthew Alhazim.
Despite their inexperience, the Dragons started strong, racing to a 22-0 lead as their forwards established a solid foundation, allowing the halves and outside backs to excel.
The momentum shifted in the second half as Manly began to close the gap, reducing the Dragons' lead to six points.
Nevertheless, the Red V held firm to secure crucial competition points.
Debutant Jesse Williams added to the score shortly after, benefiting from quick passing from Hayden Buchanan, increasing the lead to 16-0 about thirty minutes into the game.