In a complete reversal of last week's Group 7 Rugby League results, Jamberoo have claimed their first win of the season, defeating premiers Gerringong. 

Kiama went down by just two points in a heartbreaker to Nowra-Bomaderry.

After a tough opening loss to Kiama, things weren’t looking great for the Jamberoo Superoos, who went into half-time at Kevin Walsh Oval trailing 6-4.

But they came out a different team in the second half, scoring four unanswered tries to take the match 24-6.

Zac Fairall was instrumental for the Superoos, crossing for three tries in a dominant performance.

Jamberoo coach Jono Dallas credited the win to improved discipline and control.

“We probably didn’t do too much differently to the previous week, outside of just thinking about our actions better,” said Dallas.

“We didn’t put Kiama under any fatigue, and let them play with momentum for most of the game.

“Just slowing down when we had to, and kicking a bit more tactically, made all the difference this week.”

At Bomaderry Sporting Complex, the Knights started strong in their clash with Nowra-Bomaderry. Fullback Brad Killmore nailed a 40/20 early and then threw a cut-out pass for their first try in the sixth minute.

But two tries from dummy half and a lucky rebound off a grubber kick saw Nowra take the lead 16-10. 

Kiama crossed for a final try with five minutes left, but it was too little too late, the match ending in a narrow 16-14 win to Nowra-Bomaderry.

Gerringong will have a couple of weeks to prepare for their next game due to the Easter long weekend followed by a bye. Source: Brian Scott

“I thought we didn’t do ourselves any favours completing our sets at 55%,” said Kiama five-eighth Sam Hooper.

“But we’ll learn from it and hopefully bounce back against Shellharbour in two weeks.”

All Group 7 teams will have next weekend off due to Easter. Gerringong will enjoy an extended break, following up the bye the week after. 

Jamberoo are set to host Nowra-Bomaderry at Kevin Walsh Oval on Saturday, 26 April, while Kiama will take on Shellharbour at Kiama Showground on Sunday, 27 April.

Weekend Results - All Grades

Bomaderry Sporting Complex

• LLT2: Kiama 34 def Nowra-Bomaderry 6
• LLT1: Kiama 34 def Nowra-Bomaderry 14
• U18s: Nowra-Bomaderry 34 def Southern Highlands 20
• Reserve Grade: Kiama 26 def Nowra-Bomaderry 8
• First Grade: Nowra-Bomaderry 16 def Kiama 14

Kevin Walsh Oval

• LLT2: Jamberoo 32 def Warilla 0
• LLT1: Jamberoo 28 def Gerringong 0
• Reserve Grade: Gerringong 24 def Jamberoo 14
• First Grade: Jamberoo 24 def Gerringong 6