LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
The NZ Warriors are gearing up for their final SG Ball Cup (under-19) match of the season against the Sydney Roosters.
Prolific winger Connor Bowden, who has scored eight tries in six games, is making a return to the lineup for this crucial game.
The team is looking to finish the tough campaign on a strong note after a draw with South Sydney in their last match.
The Warriors will be facing a tough challenge as they go up against the highly-ranked Sydney Roosters in their last game of the season.
Despite the challenges they have faced throughout the campaign, the team is determined to put on a strong performance in their final match.
The return of Connor Bowden to the squad provides a boost to the team, with his impressive try-scoring record adding firepower to their attack.
Head coach Jim Doyle is hopeful that the team can build on their performance from the previous match and finish the season on a high note.
The reshuffling of the lineup, with Bowden returning to the wing and Compton Purcell moving to the centres, shows the team's determination to finish strong.
Hiraka Waiati-Haenga's move to the second row and Militoni Sikuvea being named on the bench highlight the team's versatility and adaptability in the face of challenges.
The Warriors are looking to make the most of their final game of the season and end on a positive note.
With Bowden back in the lineup and a reshuffling of positions, the team is seeking to overcome the tough challenges they have faced throughout the campaign.
As they prepare to take on the Sydney Roosters, the Warriors are focused on putting in a strong performance and finishing the season with a bang.