The SP PNG Hunters will resume the hunt this Saturday, 3rd June when they host the Tweed Seagulls at the Santos National Football Stadium in Round 12 of the QRL Hostplus Cup.
The Hunters are in the midst of a four-game stretch on home soil having fallen just short to the visiting Northern Pride last weekend.
Running out to an early lead in that game thanks largely to the involvements of halfback Jamie Mavoko, the Hunters were dealt a harsh blow with skipper Ila Alu leaving the field due to injury and two more Hunters players sent to the sinbin.
Despite going into the sheds up 16-6, the Hunters couldn’t overcome the added pressure and fatigue caused by their disrupted bench rotation. In contrast, the Pride made the most of their opportunities in the second half and played to the wet conditions smartly.
The Tweed Seagulls also come into QRL Round 12 following a loss, having capitulated against the Wynnum Manly Seagulls after taking an early lead.
Currently sitting in 7th position on the QRL Hostplus Cup ladder, Tweed will be desperate to return to their winning ways against the Hunters on Saturday afternoon and maintain their position inside the Top Eight.
The match will Kickoff is at 3pm.
Team List
1. Morea Morea
2. Brandon Nima (Captain)
3. Julius Igila
4. Rodrick Tai
5. Solo Wane
6. Joshua Mire
7. Jamie Mavoko
8. Junior Rop
9. Judah Rimbu
10. Epel Kapinias
11. Benji Kot
12. Julius Yakopa
13. Tommy Moide
14. Trevor Solu
15. Sanny Wabo
16. Seal Kalo
17. Casey Dickson
18. Siki Konden
19. Matthew Jesse