Nic Darveniza
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There was so much talent on display at King of the Country it was almost impossible to select a team of standouts, but that’s exactly what tournament commentator Nic Darveniza has done.
1. FLYNN KIRKBY
Team: USQ Saints U14
More than just a key cog in one of the King of the Country tournament’s best scrums, Kirkby wowed with his athleticism in the open field. Day Three of King of the Country Junior rugby tournament held at Southport. Flynn Kirkby breaks the line for USQ. Pic Mike Batterham
The dynamic prop could beat defenders with size and strength as well as deceptive pace that made him an all-round weapon for the Saints in their run to the U14s grand final against Far North Coast.
The deciding fixtures of the King of the Country tournament are upon us, with blockbuster clashes set to determine which clubs are the state’s best in their age group. WATCH ALL GAMES FOR $1
The deciding fixtures of the King of the Country tournament are upon us, with blockbuster clashes set to determine which clubs are the state’s best in their age group. WATCH ALL GAMES FOR $1
If the Eagles are successful the King of the Country crown is theirs.
If the Eagles fall short, and Far North Coast defeat winless Highfields Redbacks, the formula for finding a victory will be competition points followed by a Points Differential tie-breaker.
For Sunshine Coast Grammar and Far North Coast, who are currently tied on 6 competition points each after a bonus point win and a loss, it will go down to the differential. SURFERS PARADISE RUGBY, GOLD COAST , AUSTRALIA - April 10, 2021: Far North Coast U13s v USQ Saints U13s - Day Two of King of the Country rugby tournament. Picture: Scott Powick Newscorp