Sea Eagles Win NSW Cup Opener 28-26

Match Report: NSW Cup R1 v Raiders

The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles began their NSW Cup campaign with an exciting 28-26 win against the Raiders at 4 Pines Park.

Guided by new coach Brett Kimmorley, the Sea Eagles showcased a high-energy, aggressive style of play.

They kicked off strongly, with former Bulldogs winger Blake Wilson scoring in the corner early on for a 4-0 lead.

After 15 minutes, a brilliant inside ball from half-back Dockar-Clay allowed prop Paul Bryan to score next to the posts, extending the lead to 10-0.

The Raiders responded when winger Sione Finau intercepted a kick from half-back Coby Black, leading to Feledy's try and making it 16-6.

In an amusing sequence, the Raiders caught the Sea Eagles off guard, allowing hooker Owen Pattie to score and narrow the gap to 16-12.

Dockar-Clay then broke through the defense, setting up Zaidas Muagututia for a 22-12 lead before Finau scored again.

Sea Eagles' captain Brandon Wakeham provided some relief, assisting winger Navren Willett to score from a Raiders mistake, bringing the score to 28-16.

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