June 21st, 2025, Round 12 Brothers vs GPS Rugby

First Grade

Brothers Rugby Club delivered a powerful statement in Round 12 of the Hospital Cup, storming to a commanding 71–26 victory over GPS at Yoku Road on Saturday afternoon. In a performance brimming with flair, physicality, and discipline (despite a couple of stumbles), the Brethren crossed the white line 11 times in a dominant showing that reaffirmed their premiership credentials. Three Brothers players helped themselves to doubles, as the home side tore through the Gallopers’ defence with sharp execution and relentless tempo. The first half was a high-scoring, back-and-forth contest, with both sides trading blows in an open and entertaining start. However, the tone shifted dramatically in the second stanza. Brothers returned from the break with renewed focus, tightening up their defence and slamming the door shut on any hope of a GPS comeback. The Gallopers were held scoreless in the second half, unable to match the intensity and physical dominance of the home side.While Brothers did see two players sent to the sin bin during the match, their structure and cohesion held firm. Even when down to 14 men, the team maintained control, showing impressive discipline and resilience under pressure. From set piece dominance to slick backline movements, it was a complete team performance. The forward pack laid a strong platform, while the backs capitalized on every opportunity, slicing through the Gallopers’ defence with pace and precision. The bonus-point win keeps Brothers firmly entrenched near the top of the ladder as they approach the business end of the season. With form like this, the Brethren look every bit a team on a mission in 2025.

SEQ Womens Cup – Historic First Win for Brothers Women’s 2nd Grade Side

A milestone moment was etched into the club’s history on the weekend as Brothers Rugby Club’s 2nd Grade Women recorded their first-ever victory, securing a well-earned 19–0 triumph over Wests Gold. In just their third outing since forming, the side showed determination, grit, and growing cohesion as they ran in three tries and held their opponents scoreless in a dominant defensive display. Tries to Maggie McConnachie, Eleanor Vitaliano, and Tahlia Lewis sealed the result, with Brothers controlling possession and territory for much of the match. Each scorer showcased individual brilliance while building on the team’s growing confidence and structure. The win is a major step forward for the developing squad and a testament to the hard work of the playing group and coaching staff over the past few months. With the victory, Brothers move up to sixth on the ladder with 4 points from their opening three matches, a promising position as the team continues to build momentum and forge its identity in the competition. This historic result marks not only a win on the scoreboard, but a proud moment for the club and a sign of exciting things to come in the women’s program.

Club Round Recap: Dominant Weekend Tightens Doughty Shield Race

Brothers Rugby Club enjoyed a largely successful weekend across the grades in Round 12, collecting seven wins from nine matches to keep the pressure on in the race for the prestigious Doughty Shield. In a tightly contested club championship season, Brothers now sit second on the ladder with 274 points, trailing Wests who maintain top spot with 309. With just a handful of rounds remaining, every result is proving vital. On the field, it was a strong showing from the senior grades. Second Grade edged out a fast-finishing GPS outfit in a high-scoring affair, claiming a 31–27 victory to continue their consistent run of form. Third Grade were equally impressive, posting a 36–21 win built on strong set-piece work and aggressive defence. Fifth Grade were the biggest winners of the round, dominating from the outset in a commanding 48–12 victory. Fourth Grade, however, fell just short in a close 33–27 loss despite a spirited performance. In the Colts ranks, there were two thrilling finishes that went the Brethren’s way. Colts 2 snatched a 24–22 win in the dying moments, while Colts 3 held their nerve in a one-point nail-biter to secure an 18–17 result. Colts 1, meanwhile, fought hard but couldn’t overcome a determined GPS side, going down 21–12. The collective effort across the weekend adds valuable points to Brothers’ Doughty Shield tally and sets up a blockbuster run into the final rounds, with every team contribution proving critical in the hunt for club championship honors.

RESULTS

StoreLocal Hospital Cup: WIN 71 – 26

StoreLocal Premier Women: BYE

2nd Grade Women (SEQ Cup): WIN 19 – 0

2nd Grade: WIN 31 – 27

3rd Grade: WIN 36 – 21

4th Grade: LOSS 33 – 27

5th Grade: WIN 48 – 12

6th Grade: WIN 31 – 12 (versus Brisbane Irish)

Colts 1: LOSS 21 – 12

Colts 2: WIN 24 – 22

Colts 3: 18 – 17