25 Jul 2024
Girls' Game: Lennox Head 1 - Southern Cross 5
In what can only be described as a spirited showdown, the Lennox Head girls gave their all on the touch football field, but alas, Southern Cross had more tricks up their sleeves than a magician at a kids' party. Despite a Herculean defensive effort from the Lennox Head squad, they were outclassed by the Southern Cross team, who seemed to have rocket boosters in their shoes.
Harley provided the highlight of the day for Lennox Head, slicing through the opposition like a hot knife through butter to score a sensational solo try. The crowd went wild, and for a brief moment, it seemed like anything was possible. But much like Mr O'Connor's New Year's resolutions, that glimmer of hope was short-lived.
The final whistle blew, and the scoreboard read 5-1 in favor of Southern Cross. The Lennox Head girls walked off the field with heads held high, knowing they had given their all. After all, they say it’s not about winning or losing, but about how much food you can get from Maccas on the way home.
Boys' Game: Lennox Head 4 - Southern Cross 8
If the girls' game was a tough battle, the boys' game was an all-out war. Lennox Head's boys took to the field like gladiators entering the Colosseum, but instead of lions, they faced the Southern Cross team – who played like they'd been practicing in secret on a diet of energy drinks and motivational speeches.
Mr. O'Connor couldn’t have asked for more from his team. They fought valiantly, with Will putting on a defensive clinic that had the crowd chanting, "Will for President!" Meanwhile, Cruz, Ryan, Archie, and Vinnie weaved their way through the opposition with the kind of cunning usually reserved for cartoon villains.
Despite their best efforts, Lennox Head was ultimately outgunned by a Southern Cross outfit that played like their lives depended on it. The final score of 8-4 was a bitter pill to swallow, but there was no shame in defeat when you’ve left everything on the field – including your hat, if you were Cruz.
In the end, both Lennox Head teams showed incredible heart and determination. They may not have won the games, but they certainly won the admiration of everyone watching. And let’s be honest, in the grand scheme of things, isn't that almost as good as winning? (Note: the answer is no, but it sounds nice.)
Here’s to next time, Lennox Head – may your future games be filled with joy, triumph, and an endless supply of post-game Maccas.