Final Score: Wagga Waratahs 50 defeated Tumut 10

SIRU Macarthur REA Women’s Competition

The competition-leading Wagga Waratahs have extended their perfect season with a comprehensive 50-10 victory over fourth-placed Tumut, maintaining their stranglehold on the SIRU Macarthur REA Women’s premiership race.

Match Summary

Bottom Line: The Waratahs delivered a masterclass performance with 10 tries to keep their unbeaten record intact and securing the minor premiership, whilst Tumut battled gamely but were ultimately outgunned by the competition benchmark.

The home side dominated from the opening whistle, showcasing the attacking flair that has made them the competition’s standout outfit. Despite numerous tactical interchanges throughout the match, the Waratahs maintained their intensity and clinical finishing that has become their trademark this season.

Key Performers

Georgina Hayes was the star of the afternoon for the Waratahs, bagging a hat-trick that highlighted her predatory instincts in attack. Hayes’ three tries were crucial in establishing the commanding lead that put the result beyond doubt early in proceedings.

Megan Lonsdale and Amy Fowler each crossed twice for the victors, underlining the wealth of attacking options at the Waratahs’ disposal. Both players consistently exploited gaps in the Tumut defence and were clinical when presented with their chances.

Milly Lucas was solid with the boot, slotting five from nine conversion attempts. Her accuracy in the middle stages of the match helped stretch the Waratahs’ advantage and maintain momentum.

For the visitors, Adi Ratogavira and Litiana Lawedrau provided Tumut’s points with a try apiece, offering glimpses of the attacking threat that has secured their fourth-place ladder position.

Match Analysis

The contest featured extensive use of the interchange bench, with both sides rotating players throughout the encounter. The Waratahs’ ability to maintain their attacking rhythm despite these changes demonstrated impressive squad depth and tactical nous from the coaching staff.

Lucas’ 56 per cent conversion rate, whilst not perfect, proved more than adequate given her side’s dominance in crossing the stripe. The missed conversions represented minor blemishes on an otherwise polished display.

Competition Implications

This victory consolidates the Waratahs’ position atop the SIRU Macarthur REA Women’s ladder. With an unblemished 12-0 record and 54 competition points, they now enjoy a commanding 13-point buffer over second-placed Griffith, securing their minor premiership credentials.

The result also emphasises the gulf between the competition leaders and the chasing pack. Whilst Tumut remain entrenched in fourth spot with 24 points from 10 outings, this defeat underscores the mountain they face in bridging the gap to the frontrunners.

Match Statistics:

• Total tries: 12 (Waratahs 10, Tumut 2)
• Total points: 70 (Waratahs 60, Tumut 10)
• Conversion success rate: Waratahs 56% (5/9), Tumut 0% (0/2)
• Hat-trick scorer: Georgina Hayes (Waratahs)
• Competition: SIRU Macarthur REA Women’s