Beerwah’s U19s win historic premiership
By Marina Gomide
THE Beerwah Bulldogs U19 side has been crowned SCGRL U19 Men’s premiers after a nail-biting 26–22 victory over Caloundra at Sunshine Coast Stadium on Sunday, September 14.
In a seesawing grand final, both sides turned on the attacking flair, but it was the Bulldogs’ fifth and final try that sealed the deal – and their first ever premiership – in front of a roaring crowd.
Beerwah crossed the line five times, through Caiden Ahsee, Keagan Zanchetta, Memphys Pirere, Tristan Roselt, and Ellyjah Birve.
Birve proved the difference in the game, delivering a standout performance under pressure, before being awarded Player of the Match.
Not only did Birve cross for a crucial try, which was described as “one of the best ever seen in a grand final”, but he also nailed three conversions that ultimately proved the difference. His composure with the boot and spark in attack kept Beerwah’s momentum going at key moments of the match.
Birve thanked Caloundra and the Beerwah community for their support, as well as celebrating the team’s achievement.
“We made history for the Beerwah Bulldogs and I’m proud to be a Bulldog,” he said.
Beerwah Bulldogs U19 captain, Matt Poole, also thanked the Beerwah supporters for their enthusiasm during the season and the final games.
“It’s history made and the community was all around it,” he said.
The four-point win capped off a stellar season for Beerwah, who showed grit and determination to hold their nerve when it mattered most.
Beerwah’s deciding try.