NSWTA 14/16's Regionals – Sydney Scorpions Champion Permit 18.04.11
The Sydney Scorpions have continued their great performances over recent years by claiming back-to-back Regional Championship titles, this year by just two points over the Hunter Western Hornets. NSWTA Business Development Manager Daniel Rushworth explained the closeness of the competition during the presentation, “The points spread of the Regional Championship was extremely close with most regions within striking distance of each other.” Additionally congratulations to all players who were selected in the NSWTA State Merit teams. The highly talented Sydney Scorpions 14 Girls have won their division undefeated at the NSWTA 14/16's Regional Touch Championships this weekend at Penrith. Winning their Semi Final 4-1 over Southern Suns the girls met their main rivals the Sydney Mets in a tightly fought final. Kaitlin McCafferey, Shellie Davis and Georgia Toovey starred as Jamie Clifford's team beat Mets by 4-1.

In the 14 Boys the Scorpions stormed into the final beating Rebels 11-1 in their semi. However they were then upset by the Hunter Hornets who won in a drop-off 4-3. Scorps led for nearly the entire game until Hornets scored with a minute to go to even up the score. From the tap-off Scorps tried to secure the win however the siren sounded. Hornets had possession in the drop-off and after a few sets of play they managed to get the winning touchdown. The Scorpions 16 Boys coached by Dave Nolan went down in their semi-final 8-4 to the eventual winners Southern Suns. In the 16 Girls the Scorps lost in their semi final 3-0 to the Northern Eagles. Well done to all Sydney Scorpions players and management for their fantastic efforts over the weekend. Scorpions Medal winners from each team to be advised soon.

Scorpions Girl's 16's – NSWTA Regional Champs: 06.03.11
The final team for Girl's 16's is as follows:  Sam Donlan (Manly), Emma Williams (Manly), Ashley Gray (Parra), Taylor Mikaelian (Parra), Zara Nicholas (R/E), Remy Randall (Manly), Taylor Hornery (Parra), Eliza Parish (Manly), Abbey Papenhuyzen (Parra), Bottile Vette-Welsh (Parra), Kate Young (R/E), Courtney Duguid (Parra), Sam Rodgers (R/E), Mason McMillan (Manly)  Coach:  Kim Solman  Assistant Coach: Christian Alonzo 

Sydney Scorpions Girls 14's – NSWTA Regional Champs: 01.03.11
Congratulations to the following girls on their selection in the Sydney Scorpions Girls 14's team: Kaitlin McCaffery, Georgia Toovey, Rachelle Davis, Tayla Duguid, Tayla Clifford, Stephanie Miaolo, Georgette Randall, Hannah Dyball, Courtney Milone, Nicole Saldern, Logan Glasson, Simone Rodgers, Emily Gordon, Kristie Leonard, Shadow – Rebecca Fear. Coach Jamie Clifford 0420 280 287 Assistant David Duguid 0413 802 637

Scorpions Boy’s 14's – NSWTA Regional Champs: 28.03.11
Congratulations to the following boys on their selection in the Sydney Scorpions Boys 14's team: Kai Simbolon, Brodie Naughton, Mark Griffith, Malcolm Chaney, Matthew Wilson, Nathan Cooper, Simon Kennewell, Jean-Louis Jones, Regan Walsh, Brad Gibson, Denzel Tonise, Troy Black, Anthony Layoun, Billy Eltakchi, Nathan Barbieri (Shadow). Coach Barry Gibson 0416 060 402 Assistant David Brown. 

Sydney Scorpions Boys 16's – NSWTA Regional Champs: 02.03.11
Congratulations to the following boys on their selection in the Sydney Scorpions Boy's 16's team: Peter Achmar (Parramatta), Matthew Arnold (Manly), Ben Crerar (Manly), Zac Docker Clay (Parramatta), Jack Dyball (Manly), Hopoate Holakeituai (Manly), Jedd Ibbotson (Manly), Chris Jackson (Parramatta), Jeremy King (Parramatta), Paul Lamerton (Parramatta), Grant McDonald (Manly), Jacob McLean (Parramatta), Jonathan Miller (Manly),Josh Wehbe (Parramatta). Coach Dave Nolan 0411 138 972

2011 Junior State Cup: 21.02.11
Congratulations to the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles who took out the Junior State Cup Club Championship. It was an extremely successful weekend for Sydney Scorpions affiliates with the highlights below (3 points first touchdown, then 2). Sydney Scorpions and NSWTA Selector of the Year, Barry Gibson had unique Coaching success in taking out both Under 14's Divisions. Firstly the Boys with Ryde Eastwood who went through the tournament undefeated only conceding four touchdowns all weekend. They beat the well fancied Penrith Panthers 5-2 in the final with John Louie Jones, Matthew Wilson, Malcolm Chaney, and Brad Gibson the standouts in a solid team performance. In the 14's Girls Manly 11 defeated Newcastle 4, with Player of the Final going to Georgia Toovey. Other good results for Scorpions included both finalists in the Boys 18's division and a win in the Under 10 Girls with Manly defeating 13-0 over Ryde Eastwood with Player of the Final going to Monique Mortimer (Manly).

Additional congratulations to the Manly Warringah U/12 Girls for winning their division at the Junior State Cup. Coached by Te Aroha Paki and Erena Wikaire the girls came from 7th place after the round games to win against Peninsula in the round of 16, and Wagga Wagga in the Quarter Finals. The girls played a thrilling Semi-final against Ryde Eastwood coming back from 3 touchdowns to win 8-3 with winger Rebecca Farrah scoring 3 tries which were set up by two up-and-coming touch superstars Aaliyah Paki and Elliemay Asprey – with Faith Nathan stepping three players to score. Manly then met Berkeley Vale in the Grand Final winning 5-2 to take out the competition. Aaliyah Paki scooped from acting half and threw a cut out long ball to Rebecca Farrah on the wing who scored the first try. The second try was set up by Elliemay Asprey who also broke the line with her unmatchable speed off the mark. Player of the Final, Aaliyah Paki, also received the Manly Warringah club overall player award. Captained by Tully Marr and Rachel Fear, the girls found inspiration and determination to succeed in their team goal to have fun, make new friends and work hard for each other to ultimately peak at the right time and win as a team. A big thank you to Loretta Asprey who did an amazing job as Manager and all of the parents and supporters. We are very proud! Thanks Roha, Erena.

Under 18’s Boys – Galea Cup – Parramatta 7 defeated Manly 2 Player of the Final – Wesley Sefuiva (Parramatta)
Under 14’s Boys – Yiangou Cup – Ryde Eastwood 5 defeated Penrith 2 Player of the Final – John Louie Jones (Ryde Eastwood)
Under 14’s Girls – Taylor Cup – Manly 11 defeated Newcastle 4 Player of the Final – Georgia Toovey (Manly)
Under 12 Girls – Manly defeated 5 Berkeley Vale 2 Player of the Final Aaliyah Paki (Manly)
Under 10’s Girls – Tirado Cup – Manly 13 defeated Ryde 0 Player of the Final – Monique Mortimer (Manly)
Club Championships: First – Manly Sea Eagles Second – Newcastle City Third – Parramatta Eels

Sydney Scorpions 2010 NYC Champion Permit: 18/09/10
The Sydney Scorpions have made it a trifecta in 2010 by winning Champion Permit at the National Youth Touch Championships held at Caloundraon Queensland’s Sunshine. Earlier in the year they took out the Champion Permit at the NTL Opens/Seniors and at the NSWTA Regional Champs 14/16's. Congratulations to Mick Daley and the Boys 18's, along with Rod Hetheringtonandthe Girls 18's who both produced the best results for Scorpions at this event. The Scorps Boy's 18's finished 6thfrom 21 teams with the Girls 18's also finished 6th from their 20 teams. These are fantastic results taking into consideration a number of Scorpions juniors were representing the various NSW Schools at this tournament. Scorpion Medal winners for Boys 18's was Jordan Marshall-King & Grace Rynhart for the Girls 18's. Congratulations to Dani Davis and Emma Crerar from the Sydney Scoprions 16's girls who this time representing NSWCHS defeated QSST by 5-4 in the final. Results: NYC website

Congratulations to the following players on their selection in the Sydney Scorpions 18’s Boys team to participate in the National Youth Touch Championships being held at Caloundra on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast in September:

Scorpions 18's Boys Final Squad 28/06/10

Matt Raso, Blake Cook, Aidan Cousin, Reece Jones, Jack Nicholls, Jordan Marshall, Josh Gillard, Scott Daley, Justin Campbell, Lalakai Foketi, Alex Franklin, Peter Achmar, Jonathan Huskins, Josh O'Connor, Tom Jacobson, Alex Nicholls.
Mick Daley, Coach. Phone: 0421 654 440

Scorpions 18's Girls Final Squad 07/07/10
Congratulations to the following players on their selection in the Sydney Scorpions 18’s Girls team to participate in the National Youth Touch Championships being held at Caloundra on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast in September:
Rebecca Cachia (Parramatta), Grace Ryanhart (Parramatta), Kiera Baptiste (Parramatta), Kim Kennedy (Parramatta), Natalie Hummelstad (Parramatta), Courtney Duguid (Parramatta), Madeline Pemble (Parramatta), Samantha Rodgers (Ryde/Eastwood), Kate Young (Ryde/Eastwood), Brittany Skewes (Manly), Charmayne Nathan (Manly), Jess Shanahan (Manly), Kate Devlin (Manly), Lizzie Baxter (Manly), Remy Randall (Manly)

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Ricky Hetherington Assistant Coach 0401651975
Pam Hetherington Manager 0402140357

NSWTA Regional Champs 14/16's – Sydney Scorpions Champion Permit 25/04/10
Fresh on the back of their recent NTL Opens & Senior Champion Permit win, the young Sydney Scorpions Boys & Girls 14's/16's did the permit proud with all four teams appearing in their respective Finals helping the Scorps take out the NSWTA 14/16's Regional Champion Permit. Excellent weather conditions at Orange allowed for superb touch to be played with the Boys & Girls 14's both narrowly losing their Finals in drops-offs. The Boys 16's, under the guidance of Coach David Nolan took out the title 4-3 beating Northern Eagles. Last but not least the Scorps Girls 16's won all of their 7 games over the weekend to completely dominate the division. An impressive 6-1 semi final win over Rebels was followed up by another fantastic win in the game that mattered 5-1 over Hornets. More reports later in the week including all the Scorpions Medal Best & Fairest Winners and NSWTA Merit Teams.

Sydney Scorpions Girls 16's 25/04/10
The Sydney Scorpions Girls 16's team won the NSWTA Regional Championships played in Orange, 17th/18th April 2010. The team included; Taylor Mikaelian, Madeline Pemble, Mason McMillan, Danni Davis (Co-Captain), Laura Peattie, Kate Young, Sam Rodgers, Sarah-Jane Eltakchi, Alana Lamerton (Co-Captain) Courtney Duguid, Natalie Hummelstad, Sam Donlan, Emma Crerar, Charmayne Nathan. Craig Beacroft (Coach), Anthony Dudeck (Assistant Coach), Managers: Grace Mikaelian & Carole Eltakchi.

Orange was the venue for the 2010 NSWTA 14/16’s Regional Championships and thankfully for all involved the weather conditions included plenty of sunshine. After an extremely unfortunate and disruptive lead up to the tournament, the Sydney Scorpions 16 Girls were very much approaching the unknown. They’d been written off by other teams, however Coaches Craig Beacroft and Anthony Dudeck knew the girls had the talent and ability to give the competition a big shake. The question that remained was did they have the self belief and confidence required to beat the best teams in the state. Time would tell.

The Scorps first game was at 9.00am up against the Hunter Western Hornets. First up games are always unpredictable and very challenging, and the warm-up showed quite a few nerves with a lot of ball dropped in the early morning dewy conditions. However it wasn’t too long before all involved knew that this team of girls were indeed ready for the massive challenge ahead easily disposing of the Hornets in a solid 4-1 victory. Two double touchdowns to Charmayne Nathan and Sam Donlan set the platform for a good win. Other pleasing first up performances were by Sarah-Jane Eltakchi, Mason McMillan and Danni Davis.

The Sydney Rebels were the next challenge at 11.20am and the team were keen to build on the success of their first win. The game was a tight affair with the Rebels a fast fit team looking to pressure the Scorps at every opportunity. The Scorps went to an early lead with Alana Lamerton rising to the occasion grabbing a double. Natalie Hummelstad scored the other with the Scorps defeating Rebels 3-2. The Scorps defence was excellent and the foundation of another good win with excellent on field talk by Sarah-Jane Eltakchi and Madeline Pemble amongst others.

The next game was a big one for the Scorps, up against their main rivals the Sydney Mets at 1.40pm. After a solid warm-up the girls were understandably a bit nervous but following on from two good wins entitled to believe they could win this game. The game was fast and once again a close battle. The Mets took an early lead but then the Scorps ticker took control with the team producing some excellent attacking and defensive touch, frustrating the Mets main game players. Laura Peattie was showing her obvious class at middle scoring a good touchdown and causing Mets all kinds of problems in attack. The turning point of the game was no doubt a length of the field chase and touch by speedster Alana Lamerton which typified the commitment and belief of the Scorpions girls. Other touchdowns to the flying Sam Rodgers, Emma Crerar and Madeline Pemble meant that the Scorps had beaten the Mets 4-3, with the Mets only scoring their final touchdown very late in the game. During the warm down the Scorps girls were extremely pleased and all present could see their confidence and self-belief was now sky high. Comments from Dudie post game included, “From this day fourth you should never fear the Mets, always respect them – but never fear them!”

The final game at 3.25pm on Saturday was simply a massive game for the Scorps. After setting a fantastic foundation of three wins from three games, they really wanted to finish the day in style virtually guaranteeing themselves a Sunday Semi- Final position. As Dudie stated losing was not an option. The opposition were the Southern Suns who up until this time had experienced a win, draw and loss. The game started in much the same manner the others had ended with the Scorps girls going through their attacking moves and producing outstanding team defence. When things weren’t going to plan the girls listened to the Coaches and changed it on the field which was extremely pleasing. Laura Peattie was once again in the touchdowns scoring another double. Charmayne Nathan was causing the Sun’s defence all kinds of trouble creating many chances from acting half and scoring herself. Kate Young finished off two great touchdowns with Taylor Mikaelian rewarded for her outstanding driving grabbing a touchdown herself. The Scorps girls had blown away the Southern Suns winning 6-3. This was the score on the referee card, however Coach Beaks was sure it was actually only 6-2. Whatever the result the girls had a produced an outstanding day of touch football winning all four games and sitting nicely in top spot on the competition table.

Saturday night was time for the team to relax, reflect on the days accomplishments, and for Beaks and Dudie to look to plan for more success on Finals day Sunday. A Scorpions Club Dinner was held at the Orange Ex-Serviceman’s Club which included the Scorps 14 Girls, 14 Boys and the 16 Girls. It was a great night and atmosphere to renew past friendships and build on new ones.

Sunday had arrived and once again Orange was blessed with sunshine. The Scorps Girls 16’s final round game was at 10.10am up against the Northern Eagles who were last placed. In the team warm-up and pre-match discussion all once again reinforced the need to respect the opposition, however it was an opportunity to build on the previous day and come away with a win. Once again the Scorps girls started strongly and pleasingly put on some excellent touchdowns to Danni Davis, Laura Peattie, Kate Young, Courtney Duguid and a double to Sam Rodgers who was having a very good tournament. Scorps had beaten the Northern Eagles 6-2.

With the round games now done and dusted all attention focused to the Semi Finals. First placed Scorps were up against fourth placed Sydney Rebels with second placed Sydney Mets to face third placed Hunter Western Hornets. The Scorps were very excited by the new challenge ahead, however knew they would have to be at their best to make it to the Final. Coaches Beaks and Dudie had the girls fired up for a big performance reminding them although they had proved to all the doubters they were the real deal, their biggest games laid ahead and once again losing was not an option.

In what can only be described as a complete demolition the Scorps girls played outstanding touch to completely shut-out the Sydney Rebels beating them by 6 touchdowns to 1. Once again Co-Captains Alana Lamerton and Danni Davis led from the front and along with Charmayne Nathan, Laura Peattie and Emma Crerar caused the Rebels constant problems with their classy attacking flair. A bag of touchdowns to Madeline Pemble, Danni Davis, Charmayne Nathan, Sam Rodgers, Natalie Hummelstad, and Laura Peattie saw the team progress to the Final.

In the other Semi Final the Hunter Western Hornets easily defeated the Sydney Mets 6-2 meaning the top two teams, the Scorps versus Hornets would play off for the Girls 16’s Championship.

The warm-up showed great team talk and enthusiasm with the girl’s just one game away from a memorable undefeated weekend. A drop-off in the Girls 14’s Final meant the game start was delayed. As a result the Scorps girls took time out and sat in the field dug-out. Looking to the Coaches for their final words they were simple. Coach Beaks message was straight forward enough – just to go out and win it, just do what they’d been doing all weekend. Dudie stated he didn’t need to speak any great words of inspiration – that was required from the opposition coach – the Scorps girls had the ability and belief it was just a matter of going out and getting the job done. In the meantime Charmayne Nathan gave the team a great dancing rendition of Beyonce’s “Single Ladies” via Dudie’s iPhone. The game was now ready to commence with the final hurdle now ready to be hit head on.

The Final started at a hectic pace with the Scorps girls having to defend and once again frustrated the opposition with excellent team talk. However it wasn’t too long before the Scorps showed their class with Charmayne Nathan, Laura Peattie and Alana Lamerton all playing big roles. The Scorps went to a very handy 3-0 lead and throughout the game showed why they were the standout team all weekend. As the game went on so did the Scorps touchdowns now leading 5-1 with minutes to go. The sub-box was filled with absolute delight with Co-Captain Danni Davis congratulating players on their fantastic achievement. Touchdowns to Courtney Duguid, Charmayne Nathan, Mason McMillan, Laura Peattie and Alana Lamerton meant that the Scorps had convincingly beaten the Sydney Rebels 5-1 to take out the NSWTA Girls 16’s Regional Championships. The players, coaches, great supporters including many parents were all over the moon with delight.

What followed was the NSWTA Presentation which included the announcement of the 2010 NSWTA State Merit Team 16 Girls Representatives. A great reward saw five Scorps players make the State team, including; Alana Lamerton (Link), Charmayne Nathan (Middle), Courtney Duguid (Winger), Danni Davis (Link), Laura Peattie (Middle).

NSWTA presented the Scorps 16 Girls with their winning medals and there were huge smiles all round. Then the team had their own awards with Scorpions Medal Best & Fairest going to Charmayne Nathan, who had a fantastic tournament and was no doubt Player of the Final. The two Coaches awards went to Alana Lamerton & Sam Rodgers who also had excellent tournaments. Coaches Craig Beacroft and Anthony Dudeck thanked the Team Mangers Grace Mikaelian & Carole Eltakchi for their efforts over the weekend and lead-up to the tournament and also to the girls for their great belief and trust in the team game plan all weekend. Special thanks also went to Barry Gibson whose dedication to Scorpions Juniors for many years most certainly laid the foundation for the success over the weekend.

In the aftermath of the team’s success there have been many touching messages of thanks to all involved. This highlights the fact that this great achievement was very much a team effort. Most importantly a great amount of thanks must go to every one of the Sydney Scorpions 16’s Girls who did themselves, their families, their coaches, their clubs and the Scorpions permit very proud. Their strong minded self belief and determination proved that they can conquer any obstacle that is put in front of them, whether it be on the sporting field or in life in general. Losing is not an option, stand up for what you believe in and go out and get it! Until we meet again. Dudie & Beaks

Scorpions Boy's 16's 15/03/10
The final team for the Sydney Scorpions Boys 16's to compete in the upcoming Regional Championships to be played in Orange, 17th/18th April 2010 can be found below:
John Huskins, Jed Ibbotson, Peter Achmar, Aidan Cousin, Alex Nicholls-O'Neill, Lalakai Foketi, Jonathan Vaux, Chad McMillan, Jack Nicholls, Phillip Jeffreys, Tom Jacobson, RJ Hoole, Ryan Matterson, Ciaran Toner.

Scorpions Girls 14's 07/03/10
The final team for the Sydney Scorpions Girls 14's to compete in the upcoming Regional Championships to be played in Orange, 17th/18th April 2010 can be found below:
Stephanie Miaolo, Kaitlin McCaffery, Courtney Milone, Hannah Dyball, Georgia Toovey, Rachelle Davis, Taylor Hornery, Jordan Jamer, Hollie Turner, Tayla Duguid, Tayla Clifford, Samantha Cahill, Zara Nicholas, Ashley Gray

Scorpions Boy's 14's 07/03/10
The final team for the Sydney Scorpions Boys 14's to compete in the upcoming Regional Championships to be played in Orange, 17th/18th April 2010 can be found below:
Ben Crerar, Brad Gibson, Jacob McClean, Jessie Bell, Josh Nohra, Kai Simbolon, Malcolm Chaney, Mark Griffith, Matthew Wilson, Nathan Cooper, Samuel Rafaelle, Shane Wong, Simon Kennewell, Troy Black.

NSW Regional Champs & Trans Tasman 2/05/09
The young Sydney Scorpions competed in the New South Wales Touch Association’s Under 14 and 16 Regional Championships over the weekend of Friday 24 – Sunday 26 April, 09, in Wollongong NSW. Here are the results from the tournament..

Girl's 14's Grand Final Winners
Scorpions 3 def Hornets 1

Boy's 14's – Semi Finalists (drop off 3 on 3)
Hornets 3 def Scorpions 2

Girl's 16's – Semi Finalists
Suns 4 def Scorpions 1

Boy's 16's – Grand Finalists (drop off 3 on 3)
Suns 4 def Scorpions 3

2009 Scorpions Girls 16's:
Emma Crerar, Gemma McMillan, Jenna Hitch, Jordon Clay, Laura Peattie, Tamara Cochrane, Jackie Prendergast, Kim Kennedy, Natalie Hummerson, Sarah Jane Eltakchi, Allanah McCaffery, Chelsea Ross, Naomi Khoudair, Carla Webbe
Girl's 14's Grand Final Winners

Left to right Back Row:
Kelvin Farrington, Remy Randell, Taylor Mikaelian, Alisha Bass, Taylor Hornery, Eliza Parish , Jasmine Murphy, Ashley Gray, Kate Young, Charmayne Nathan

Left to right Front Row:
Jordan Jamer, Tegan Wilson, Melissa Farrington, Sam Donlan, Samantha Rogers

2009 Scorpions Girls 14's:
Alisha Bass
Ashley Gray
Charmayne Nathan
Eliza Parish
Jasmin Murphy
Jordan Jamer
Kate Young
Mason McMillan
Melissa Farrington
Remy Randall
Sam Donlan
Samantha Rodgers
Taylor Hornery
Taylor Mikaelian
Shadows:
Courtney Duguid
Teagan Wilson

2009 Scorpions Boys 14's:
Josh Nohra Ryde Eastwood
Dane Clifford Ryde Eastwood
Matthew Arnold Manly
Jed Ibbotson Manly
Jonothon Miller Manly
Jake Vale Manly
Liam Hines Hornsby
Ben Cotton Parramatta
Chris Jackson Parramatta
Josh Wehbe Parramatta
Jeremy King Parramatta
Peter Achmar Parramatta
Andrew Warden Parramatta
Josh Dixon Parramatta
Shadow: Matthew Woods Manly

2009 Scorpions Boys 16's:
Blake Cook Parramatta
Aidan Cousins Parramatta
Sam Eisenhuth Parramatta
Jacob Eussen Manly
Mason Farrell Ryde-Eastwood
Lalakai Foketi Manly
Sam Gorman Parramatta
Tom Jacobson Manly
Harry McBride Manly
Chad McMillan Manly
Nathan Milone Parramatta
Adrian Moussa Parramatta
Fabian Natoli Manly
Josh O Connor Parramatta
Andrew Shaw Manly

2008 Girls 16's Semi Finalists
Rebbecca Cachia Parramatta
Grace Ryanhart Parramatta
Jenna Hitch Manly
Sarah Peattie Manly 18's
Carla Wehbe Parramatta
Morgan Randall Manly
Monique McHugh Parramatta
Karley Morton Manly
Simone Papas Parramatta
Emily Goodser Parramatta 18's
Jess Shanahan Manly
Ellen Marfleet Parramatta
Sheridan Lillyman Manly
Tamara Cochrane Manly

2008 Boys 16's Champions (below)
Grand Final Scorpions 6 V Suns 1

Sam Brisby – Manly
Daniel Chiddy – Manly
Matt Rasso – Parra
Mitchell Mahoney – Parra
Caiden Wynard – Parra
Tim Donlan – Manly
Josh Gillard – Manly
Bevan De Vries – Parra
Joe Ng – Parra
Reece Jones – Manly
Scott Daley – Parra 18s
Alex Franklin – Manly
Adrian Moussa – Parra
Tyrone Tadross – Parra
Justin Campbell – Parra
Alex McKenzie – Manly
Coach Mark Mahoney

2008 Girl's 14's Runners Up:
Grand Final Hornets 2 V Scorpions 1

Alana Lamerton Parra
Charmayne Nathan Manly
Coutney Duguid Parra
Danni Davis Manly
Emma Crerar Manly
Laura Peattie Manly
Madeline Pemble Parra
Mason Mcmillan Parra
Natalie Dougal Manly
Natalie Hummeistad Parra
Remy Randall Manly
Sarah-jane Eltakchi Parra
Samantha Donlan Manly
Taylor Mikaelian Parra
Coach: Graham Fleming

2008 Boy's 14's Champions
Grand Final Scorpions 3 V Rebels 1

1 Bechara Nathan Parramatta
2 Hodge Reece Manly
3 Milone Nathan Parramatta
4 Plug Brad Ryde-Eastwood
5 Moses Mitchell Parramatta
6 Evans Jamai Manly
7 Farrel Mason Ryde-Eastwood
8 McMillin Chad Manly
9 Hoole RJ Parramatta
10 Cousin Aiden Parramatta
11 Hoskins John Manly
12 O'Neil Alex Hornsby
13 Dimarco Max Ryde-Eastwood
14 Matterson Ryan Parramatta
15 Flynn Michael Parramatta

2008 NSWTA 14's/16's Regionals
Following on from a successful NTL by the Sydney Scorpions Open's and Seniors teams, it has been the junior teams that have really put the Sydney Scorpions on the map. At the recent NSWTA 14's/16's Regionals held in Forster on the weekend of 29th and 30th March, Sydney Scorpions were named as the Champion Junior Permit in NSW, thanks to the efforts of players, coaches and managers of all 4 teams.

After an encouraging Junior State Cup in Wollongong by all affiliates within the Scorpions region, selectors had a difficult task in choosing players to represent Sydney Scorpions at the 14's/16's Regional Championships. Those selections were vindicated with all 4 Scorpions teams making the semi finals, with 2 teams (Boy's 14's and Boy's 16's) taking out the titles on offer and the Girl's 14's falling just short in the final.

The coaches, managers and support staff had a huge task in moulding those players selected, into competitive teams in the short time frame between JSC and the Regional Championships, and what a job they did! The success of all 4 teams is a true indication of the efforts of the coaches, and also reflects on the tremendous job that the Scorpions Junior committee is doing with the juniors in our region.

And the players, what can you say. Their behaviour, off field dress and playing gear, were the envy of the other permits and was backed up on the fields of play with some amazing skills on show. It made all involved, very proud to be associated with such a group of fine young people.

Results:
Overall Championship
Sydney Scorpions 47 points
Southern Suns 31 points
Hunter Western Hornets 29 points

Boy's 16's Champions
Grand Final Scorpions 6 V Suns 1

Girls 16's Semi Finalists

Boy's 14's Champions
Grand Final Scorpions 3 V Rebels 1

Girl's 14's Runners Up
Grand Final Hornets 2 V Scorpions 1

The winners of the Scorpions "Croft" Medal for each team were;
Boy's 16's Daniel Chiddy
Girl's 16's Sarah Peattie
Boy's 14's Nathan Milone
Girl's 14's Laura Peattie with Natalie Hummelstad winning the team game ball.

Also selected were NSW Merit Teams for each division, and the Scorpions players chosen were:

14's Girls
Laura Peattie
Natalie Hummelstad
Courtney Duguid

16's Girls
Rebecca Cachia
Sheridan Lillyman
Grace Ryanhart
Carla Wehbe

14's Boys
Jamai Evans
Alex O'Neil

16's Boys
Sam Brisby
Daniel Chiddy
Scott Daley
Alex Franklin
Adrian Moussa

Congratulations to all, the future looks very bright.

2007 Scorpions Girl's 14's

Jenna Hitch: Manly, Jordan Clay: Manly, Alannah McCaffery: Parramatta, Laura Peattie: Manly, Carla Wehbe: Parramatta, Tamara Cochrane: Manly, Emma Crerar: Manly, Sarah-Jane Eltakchi: Parramatta, Jess Shanahan: Manly, Karlie Morton: Manly, Alana Lamerton: Parramatta, Eliza Barton: Parramatta, Chelsea Ross: Parramatta, Kirsty Dunsmore: Manly, Casey-Lee Prosper: Hornsby

2007 Scorpions Boy's 14's

Sam Gorman: Parramatta, Matt Rasso: Parramatta, Mitchell Moses: Parramatta, Jamie Evans: Manly, Luke Vescio: Parramatta, Michael Nuchanathon: Parramatta, John Vaux: Manly, Nathan Milone: Parramatta, Justin Wolstenholme: Parramatta, Mhernard Cajobe: Manly, Josh O'Connor: Parramatter, Adrian Moussa: Parramatta, Ray Bechara: Parramatta, Chad McMillian: Manly Shadows: Bradley Wall: Hornsby, Jake Pickering: Manly

2007 Scorpions Girl's 16's

Ashley Dyer: Manly, Morgan Randall: Manly, Christine Clancy: Manly, Sarah Peattie: Manly, Danielle Ashworth: Manly, Kayla Stewart: Manly, Sam Sweeney: Manly, Rebecca Cachia: Parramatta, Grace Ryanhart: Parramatta, Monique McHugh: Parramatta, Simone Pappas: Parramatta, Ellen Marfleet: Parramatta, Ellie Farrington: Parramatta, Sheridan Lillyman: Tamworth. Shadows: Monique Mau'u: Manly, Kylie Vidigal: Parramatta

2007 Scorpions Boy's 16's

Jonathon Wehbe: Parramatta, Mitchell Mahoney: Parramatta, Nathan Wong: Manly, Daniel Chiddy: Manly, Sam Brisby: Manly, Scott Daley: Parramatta, Francis Katoa: Manly, Joe Ng: Parramatta, Morris Eltakchi: Parramatta, Shane Brown: Parramatta, Ben Saunders: Parramatta, Alex Franklin: Manly, Reece Jones:, Anthony Salerno.