The Myall River 12s remain in division three after the re-grading round two weeks ago.

Although playing positive football, and improving with each game, the team is playing experienced sides each week.

Last weekend the 12s were defeated by Swansea by 16 points to four.

Playing most of the game in Swansea’s half, lock Jack McMahon finally crossed for a try, after promising raids.

Lapse defence saw Swansea score two simple tries.

Best and fairest points: Jese Carpenter 3; Nic Reynolds 2; Matthew Smith 1.

Coach’s points went to Jese Carpenter.

The 12s play away next week against Dudley.

The Bulahdelah Bowling Club Myall River 15s were defeated by Swansea, 20 points to nil.

Struggling to find last years form in a higher division, Myall River are playing well, but not converting opportunities.

Half back Nick Clarke had a strong game, supported by lock Joel Evans and fullback Matt Cookson.

Centre Mitchell Aquilina was looking for work all day and Andrew Herbert injected well off the bench.

The 15s will travel to Wallsend/Maryland this Saturday for an 11.30am start.

The Myall River 17s celebrated a new sponsor, with a 28 point to 26 win over West Newcastle. Rain Flow Storm Water Solutions proprietor Peter Spinks will sponsor the team this year.

The 17s played a disciplined brand of football in the first half, leading by 22 points to six at half time.

Crucial mistakes in the second half let west’s back into the game.

The visitors almost pulled the game out of the fire with a try in the corner on the bell.

The conversion was narrowly missed to give the home side a much needed 28 point to 26 win.

Two tires to five-eight Mitch Hayne and tries each to Matt Johnson, Tim Sumner, and Arian Finlay.

Mitch Hayne converted four tries from five attempts.

Best forward for the Hawks was Tom Evans, best back was Mitch Hayne.

Best and fairest pints went to Josh Fidden 3, Tom Evans 2 and Tim Sumner 1.

The coach’s award went to Tom Evans.

Myall River will travel to Dudley this Friday night for a 7.30pm kick off.

The Tea Gardens Hotel sponsored NRL tipping competition is running well.

Contact 0427 602 197 for Myall River Junior Football Club information.