Round 7 Remaining Undefeated at Sunnybank

Brothers continued their dominant season with another commanding performance, defeating Sunnybank 50–26 in an entertaining, high-tempo contest that showcased attacking firepower and resilience from both sides.

Brothers set the tone early, striking just two minutes into the match when Ben Dalle Cort sliced through the defence to open the scoring under the posts.
From there, the brethrens momentum only grew. With slick ball movement and strong forward carries, Dalle Cort was again involved in the build-up as Brothers found space out wide, with Pakeho finishing off a well-constructed passage of play to extend the lead. Back-to-back tries soon followed, with Pakeho crossing again shortly after to push Brothers further ahead and seize control of the first half.

Sunnybank responded, hitting back with a well-timed line to break through and keeping in the conest. However, Brothers continued to apply pressure, with McCarthy producing a standout moment by breaking through the line and running coast-to-coast to score a powerful individual try, stretching the lead even further.

At halftime, Brothers held a commanding 38–7 lead after scoring six tries to one, controlling possession and territory through the opening forty minutes.

Sunnybank came out of the sheds with intent, scoring first in the second half to reduce the margin and briefly shift momentum. They capitalised further after a charged-down kick led to a quick second try, keeping the contest alive. However, Brothers responded once again, striking back with a crucial try to reassert control and keep the scoreboard ticking.

Despite Sunnybank’s determination and continued attacking effort, Brothers remained composed and finished strongly. A final converted try sealed the result, pushing the score out to 50–26 and confirming another impressive victory.

Brothers remain undefeated, continuing their strong form with another clinical display built on early dominance, attacking execution, and the ability to respond under pressure.

Brothers Women faced a determined Sunnybank outfit in Round 7, going down 78–10 in a tough encounter against a well-drilled and highly cohesive opposition side.

Sunnybank arrived with a strong, settled squad and made their intent clear early, applying consistent pressure through fast ball movement, structured set-piece execution, and relentless support play. Their cohesion and fitness allowed them to build momentum throughout the match and maintain control on the scoreboard.

Despite the result, Brothers Women continued to show character and commitment across the full 80 minutes. The side worked hard in defence, putting their bodies on the line against repeated waves of attack, and looked to play with courage when opportunities presented themselves in possession.

Brothers were rewarded for their effort with a well-earned try, showcasing persistence and the ability to fight back even under sustained pressure. Moments in attack highlighted their willingness to shift the ball and challenge the defensive line, with several passages of play building promising momentum that, at times, tested the Sunnybank defence.

It was another strong weekend for the Brethren across the grades, with Brothers claiming victories in six of the nine contests in Round 7, highlighted by strong performances across the senior men’s program and Colts pathway sides.

The Colts program again showed its depth and consistency, with Colts 1 securing a 35–15 win over Sunnybank. Colts 2 produced a dominant performance to run out 36–5 winners, while Colts 3 continued their strong season with a convincing 41–12 victory, reinforcing the strength and structure across the pathway system.

Full Results

1st Grade - Brothers 50 def Sunnybank 26

2nd Grade - Brothers 29 def Sunnybank 7

3rd Grade – Brothers 34 def Sunnybank 7

Premier Women - Sunnybank 78 def Brothers 10

Colts 1 - Brothers 35 def Sunnybank 15

Colts 2 - Brothers 36 def Sunnybank 5

Colts 3 - Brothers 41 def Sunnybank 12

4th Grade - Sunnybank 35 def Brothers 19

5th Grade - Brothers 36 def Sunnybank 10

6th Grade - Brothers 24 def North Lakes 12