Junior Reps: Round 9 Preview

After a tough campaign, the Sea Eagles will be eager to finish their season on a high note following a loss to the St. George Dragons last week.

They face a Rabbitohs side sitting four places above them on the ladder, presenting a strong challenge but also an opportunity for Manly to secure their first win of the year.

Coach Luke Phillips has made minimal changes heading into the final round, keeping faith in a largely consistent lineup. Ella Thoroughgood has been promoted into the centres Erin Krenmayr unavailable.

Kalani Quadros shifts once again, this time moving onto the wing with Taylor McCamey the opposite winger. With Quadros moving out wide, Sierra Mahoni steps up into the lock position, adding fresh energy through the middle.

Tarsha Gale Cup (U/19 Women’s)

The Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles play their last game of the season as they take on the South Sydney Rabbitohs at 11:30am this Saturday at Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation in Narrabeen.

This will be the final chance for the Sea Eagles to secure a win when they take on the 13th placed Rabbitohs who sit just one position above them on the ladder.

The team will be hoping to bounce back after a spirited loss to the Dragons last week while the Rabbitohs should be fresh coming off the bye and looking for their second win for the season.

Isabelle Fitzpatrick replaces Jaydariah in the centres. Hiva Maher shifts from halfback to five-eighth making room for Abbey Carter at halfback. Only one change to the forward back as Ashton Daley moves into the backrow for Neveah Palu-Schaaf who has been moved to the interchange.

Harold Matthews Cup (U/17 Men’s)

Manly’s Harold Matthews Cup side plays their final regular season clash this weekend against the Sydney Roosters.

Sitting seventh on the ladder, the Sea Eagles will be determined to secure their spot in the top eight against the Roosters who sit at the foot of the ladder.

This match shapes as a crucial contest for Manly to maintain momentum and lock in their position in the finals.

The Sea Eagles will be boosted by the return of star fullback Carlito Vesley after missing last week’s win over the Dragons. However, Sam Clarke-Moar remains sidelined, with Will Tartonne shifting into the five-eighth role and Riley Carter returning at halfback.

There are further changes across the backline, with Cooper Eveleigh moving from fullback into the centres, Jack Smith shifts onto the wing, while Tom Longland drops out of the side.

In the forwards, Billy Miller will be looking to back up his man of the match performance from last week, as Manly’s pack continues to be a key strength.

SG Ball Cup (U/19 Men’s)

The Sea Eagles made it three wins in a row last Sunday as they defeated the St. George Dragons 30-18, placing them 4th on the ladder.

They look to make it four wins in a row heading into the finals as they take on the last place Central Coast Roosters this Sunday at 11:30am in Tuggerah.

The Central Coast Roosters are coming off a loss last week to the Parramatta Eels, as they look to end their 2026 campaign strongly.

They now come up against a Sea Eagles side who can potentially secure a top two spot if other results go their way.

Coach Lachlan Croker has had to make a few changes to the lineup from last week due to injury. Nathaniel Robinson and Andes Johannson come into the side as Oscar Crotty shifts to fullback. Onitoni Large and Beau Alexander remain as the halves pairing. Lewis Jones comes in for Sifa Oldfield in the backrow, with no changes made to the bench.

If you aren’t able to make it to any of the games this weekend, you can watch it all on BarTV Sports with a valid subscription.