LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
The Newtown Jets ended the New Zealand Warriors' winning streak in a NSW Cup match at Trusts Arena.
Despite the loss, the Warriors are still at the top of the table based on points for and against.
The Jets took the lead early in the match, but the Warriors fought back with winger Daeon Amituanai scoring a try after a wide shift to the right.
In the last 10 minutes of the first half, Te Maire Martin set up a try for William Fakatoumafi with a precise grubber kick.
The match was closely contested until a flat third quarter left the Warriors struggling.
The report stated, "That will be small consolation, though, after a flat third quarter left them behind the eight ball." Neither team was able to dominate the game until Newtown scored first.
The Warriors managed to equalize with a well-executed play that led to a try by Amituanai.
However, they were unable to maintain their momentum, allowing Newtown to regain control of the game.
Overall, the match was a disappointment for the Warriors despite their strong start to the season.
The report highlighted the impact of the flat third quarter on their performance and ultimately on the outcome of the game.
The loss to the Jets served as a reminder of the competitiveness of the NSW Cup competition and the need for the Warriors to maintain consistency in their performances.
In conclusion, the end of their winning streak was a setback for the New Zealand Warriors in the NSW Cup match against the Newtown Jets.
Despite remaining at the top of the table, the loss highlighted areas for improvement for the Warriors, particularly in maintaining their performance levels throughout the game.
The report concluded, "Ultimately, the Newtown Jets emerged victorious, ending the Warriors' winning run in the NSW Cup."