Bunnies finish eighth

Umina Beach Rugby League Football Club first grade side has finished eighth on the competition ladder.

Club president Ian Sonter said: "The experience gained in the weekly grind of first grade football this year can only be an asset as coach Marc Matthews leads the Bunnies into an exciting future in 2011."

He said that, despite a 32-nil loss against second placed Berkeley Vale, Umina held its head high at the end of the 2010 season.

"As with most clubs, the longer the season goes the higher the injury toll and team cohesion is the first thing that goes out the door," Mr Sonter said.

"However, when the chips are down, true character stands up and on many occasions the young Bunnies stood tall."

In the final round for other grades, Berkeley Vale defeated Umina reserve grade 56 to four, with the team short on numbers.

Umina saw victory over Berkeley Vale in open grade winning by a close 22 to 18 result.

Umina open grade now goes onto play Erina for a place in the grand final after winning 15 to 12 against Gosford-Kariong in the minor semi finals.

The game was to be played at Darren Kennedy Oval on September 12, with results unknown at the time Peninsula News went to print.

If they are successful, Umina will then go on to play Toukley in the grand final at Edsacc Oval on September 18.

Website, 24 Aug 2010 Ian Sonter, Umina Beach RLFC