LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Manly Warringah Sea Eagles suffered a 56-24 defeat against the Raiders in round 7 of the Jersey Flegg Cup.
The Sea Eagles started strong with a try from Munga Baruani, but the Raiders quickly responded with back-to-back tries from Mutua Brown and Regan Carr.
Max Hayley's try helped Manly regain the lead, but Canberra scored two more tries to go up 20-12 with Jake Clydsdale and Jai Purser finding the try line.
Throughout the match, Canberra dominated with six tries compared to Manly's one, resulting in a 32-point victory for the home team at Raiders Belconnen.
The Sea Eagles struggled to maintain possession and defend against the Raiders, leading to their defeat.
Despite their efforts, the home side capitalized on their opportunities and controlled the game.
The Sea Eagles' performance was summed up by their inability to keep up with Canberra's relentless attack.
The match report highlighted the challenges faced by Manly during the game, with the team unable to match the Raiders' scoring prowess.
Despite moments of brilliance, such as Baruani's early try and Hayley's effort to regain the lead, the Sea Eagles ultimately fell short of a comeback.
The Raiders' consistent scoring and defensive efforts proved too much for Manly to handle, resulting in a convincing victory for the home team.
Overall, the match report detailed Manly Warringah Sea Eagles' struggle against the Raiders in round 7 of the Jersey Flegg Cup.
The team's efforts were not enough to overcome Canberra's dominant performance, as the Raiders secured a significant win at home.
Despite the loss, the Sea Eagles showed determination and resilience on the field, but ultimately fell short against their opponents.