LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
In Round 10, the Melbourne Storm U21s hosted the Newcastle Knights at AAMI Park in a closely contested match, ultimately falling 28-26.
The game saw both teams evenly matched, trading tries in a thrilling back-and-forth battle.
The decisive moment came in the final minutes when a penalty goal awarded to the Knights gave them a crucial two-point lead.
Despite the loss, Dylan Brettle and Mitchell Jennings emerged as standout players for the Storm, each scoring a try and making significant contributions throughout the match.
The defeat caused Melbourne to slip slightly on the ladder, but they now have the opportunity to regroup during this weekend's bye before preparing for an important clash against the Rabbitohs in two weeks.