In week 8, our girls took to the field at Highfields for the Karen Murphy Cup – a two-day carnival celebrating teamwork, resilience, and the spirit of rugby league.

Thursday: Year 7 & 8 Girls
Thursday saw our Year 7 and 8 girls compete in three tough matches before finals. While the day began with two hard-fought losses, the girls showed grit and determination to bounce back in Game 3, securing a solid win against St Joey’s.
A special shoutout to Charlotte and Kallira, who both had absolute standout performances – proving that size doesn’t matter when you’ve got heart and confidence. Their commitment helped push the team into a finals playoff for 5th place, where the girls finished the day on a high with a well-earned win over St Saviours. The improvement across the day was incredible, and the teamwork on display was something to be proud of.

Friday: Year 9 Girls
On Friday, it was our Year 9 girls’ turn to shine – and shine they did! Despite only having 8 players in a 9-a-side competition, the girls showed incredible determination and teamwork from the first whistle. With Mr Bradbury and Miss Rowe jumping in to assist Mrs Nelmes on the coaching front, the girls kicked off their campaign with a dominant 7-1 victory.
Their momentum continued as they won both their remaining pool games, showcasing the skills and confidence built through consistent training.
The grand final saw them face Lockyer in an intense 8 v 8 match. Despite being one player down all day, the girls gave it everything they had. While they narrowly lost, they walked off the field with their heads held high, proud of their efforts, teamwork, and ability to support each other throughout the day.

A massive congratulations to all the girls who played over the two days – your resilience, sportsmanship, and team spirit truly embodied what the Karen Murphy Cup is all about.