LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The Dragons secured a hard-fought 20-18 victory over the Sea Eagles, with Tyrell Sloan scoring two tries to help his team to their first back-to-back wins of the season.
Despite taking an early 14-0 lead, the Dragons faced adversity with several players needing to undergo head injury assessments.
Head coach Shane Flanagan's men showed resilience, with Jacob Liddle coming up with a crucial play to secure the win.
Sloan opened the scoring with a try, followed by a successful conversion by Holmes, giving the Dragons a 6-0 lead.
The team unsuccessfully challenged a knock-on call shortly after, and Jazz Tevaga had to leave the field for a HIA.
The Dragons had a missed opportunity when Holmes made a break, only for the final pass to be knocked down by a Manly player.
Overall, the Dragons displayed determination and teamwork to hold off the Sea Eagles and emerge victorious.
Despite the challenges they faced during the game, the players showed great character and resilience to secure the win.
Flanagan praised his team's effort, stating, "I thought we showed a lot of character to hang in there.
We probably made it hard for ourselves at times with a completion rate around 50%, but I'm just really proud of the boys for holding on and getting the win." The victory was a significant milestone for the Dragons, who now have momentum and confidence heading into future matches.
The Dragons' performance was highlighted by Sloan's impressive display, with his two tries proving crucial in securing the win.
The team's ability to overcome setbacks and rely on key players like Liddle and Holmes demonstrates their depth and determination.
As they continue to build on this win, the Dragons will look to maintain their momentum and push for further success in the season ahead.