Sport
13 September, 2024
Pride fans urged to pack Barlow Park for prelim finals
NORTHERN Pride is calling on the community to fill Barlow Park to the brim this Saturday for a historical preliminary finals match between a team that has held one of its best seasons ever and the challenging Redcliffe Dolphins.
The eyes are now set on the finish line and victory is closer than ever for an inspired Northern Pride which has presented Cairns with one of its best seasons ever and it’s now ready to take the glory home.
Out of the week of semi-finals, Pride defeated the Sunshine Coast Falcons 38-0. Three other teams emerged as contenders with PNG Hunters defeating Wynnum Manly Seagulls 23-8, Central Queensland Capras defeated Burleigh Bears in a close match 32-24, and North’s Devils dominated Redcliffe Dolphins 46-18.
Now the challenge is up for Pride to maintain their reign over the premiership, after a bye week where they were able to gather themselves and recover to face the Redcliffe Dolphins who won last weekend against the Capras and will look to hone that energy into tomorrow’s (September 14) match.
Pride’s chief executive Garreth Smith said it was a crucial time for the community to rally around the team and show their support.
“I want to take a moment to recognise the impressive performances by the PNG Hunters and the Redcliffe Dolphins in week two of the finals,” he said.
“This past weekend provided a well-deserved rest for our team, and we’ve taken full advantage of it. The coaching staff and players have been hard at work, fine-tuning our preparations to ensure we’re at our best for this crucial match against the Redcliffe Dolphins.
“Our opponents are formidable, and we respect the strength they bring to the field.
“But we also have immense confidence in our own team, and we believe in the hard work and dedication that has brought us to this point.
“This Saturday, September 14, we have the privilege of playing this preliminary final at home at Barlow Park, with kick off scheduled for 2.10pm.
“It’s an opportunity for our community to come together and show what the Pride is all about.
“Your support has been our backbone all season, and we need it now more than ever.
“I encourage everyone to get down to Barlow Park, bring your voices, and cheer our team into a grand final appearance.
“Let’s fill the stands, create an atmosphere like no other, and show the Dolphins what it means to play against the Kenfrost Homes Northern Pride at home.”
