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Penrith District Rugby League: 40+ unheralded locals gunning for Don Feltis Cup glory

It’s all systems go in the race towards the local footy finals, and we’ve unpackaged a selection of regulars and unheralded heroes set to have a major impact. 40+ guns flying under the radar.

With a host of changes throughout the season, St Marys are an unknown quantity as they target a spot in the Don Feltis Cup finals. Picture: Jason Hosken
With a host of changes throughout the season, St Marys are an unknown quantity as they target a spot in the Don Feltis Cup finals. Picture: Jason Hosken

It’s all systems go in the race towards the local footy finals, and we’ve unpackaged a selection of regulars and unheralded heroes set to have a major impact.

As the closing rounds unfold, here’s 40+ guns flying under the radar.

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BROTHERS

JARROD CONSIDINE

Five-eighth

A key figure in Brothers’ mid-season revival, at his best, the goal kicking playmaker has the ball on a string and can worry the best defence.

ZANE LANG

Centre

Lethal on the left edge, the hard running No.3 runs tough lines and has become a regular on the score sheet.

Jarrod Considine prepares to pass for Brothers. Picture Warren Gannon Photography
Jarrod Considine prepares to pass for Brothers. Picture Warren Gannon Photography

NATHAN JONES

Halfback/five-eighth

Sidelined by injury for most of the season, the zippy half’s return adds another dimension to Brothers’ attack. Doubles as a handy backline utility.

ALEX PRIOR

Hooker

A constant around the ruck, the busy hooker goes about his business with minimal fuss and, more often than not, takes the right option.

CAMBRIDGE PARK

JACOB SWANN-KNIGHT

Fullback/halves

Cambo’s Mr Fix-it, Jacob covers a variety of positions and with nous and speed has made a habit of crossing the stripe.

HARRY LOHIA

Halfback

Among the most imposing playmakers in the Don Feltis Cup, Harry is coming into his own at the perfect time. Runs a tight ship and can break the line.

Harry Lohia puts on a play for Cambridge Park. Picture: Warren Gannon Photography
Harry Lohia puts on a play for Cambridge Park. Picture: Warren Gannon Photography

RHYS FALCONER

Lock

A crowd favourite at Allsopp Paterson Oval, the tenacious ball-playing lock is one of Cambo’s leaders and a prominent figure in their finals charge.

KOBI COLLINS

Second row

An energetic force upfront, the battle hardened backrower thrives in contact and loves putting on a big shot.

COLYTON COLTS

JAMES ROSS

Centre

A late addition after missing the early part of the season, at his best, James is a damaging centre and brilliant defender.

KAYLEM FALANIKO

Lock

A genuine all-rounder who can churn out metres like a prop. Kaylem is a skilled ballplayer with a classy short and long kicking game.

SHAUN VA’ALEPU

Wing/centre

The powerful outside back returned home after a brief stint in the Macarthur competition, during which he scored 11 tries. Dangerous on the right edge, his height makes him a major airborne threat

BRAYDEN TYBURSKI

Prop

In a forward pack ravaged by injuries, Brayden has stepped up to fill the void, guiding the team forward with inspiration carries.

Colyton backrower Sai Tulitogise. Picture Warren Gannon Photography
Colyton backrower Sai Tulitogise. Picture Warren Gannon Photography

SAI TULITOGISE

Second row

The skilled backrower has been sorely missed through injury. His dynamic efforts will be crucial in the Colts’ run to the finals.

DANTE FILIPE-OTAI

Centre

A weapon from close range, the wrecking ball centre uses a low centre of gravity to perfection on Colyton’s left edge.

EMU PLAINS

JAKE BENTLEY

Fullback

Nearing his best form, the busy No.1 has been a key contributor in Emu’s back-to-back titles. Does everything a top speed and rarely makes a mistake under the high ball.

DEAN BARNES

Prop

A big game player, Emu take on a different look with Dean’s thirst for dirty work in the trenches.

Emu Plains fullback Jake Bentley prepares for impact. Picture Warren Gannon Photography
Emu Plains fullback Jake Bentley prepares for impact. Picture Warren Gannon Photography

KAILUB SMITH

centre

An off-season signing, Kailub has made a seamless transition to the right edge. Has good pace and knows how to position his outside man.

DANIEL WARREN

Wing

Another returning from a long stint on the sidelines, Daniel is a proven try scorer with the skills to turn a half chance into four points.

RYAN STARR

Second row

A backrower who goes about his work with minimal fuss, Ryan rarely misses a game and knows what it takes to win big games.

MINCHINBURY JETS

IAN FRENCH

Wing

The Jets winger has found himself on the end of some big plays this season. Always pushes forward and loves to score a four-pointer.

JAYDEN MISSISIO

Utility

One to watch in the halves and out wide, Jayden is a challenge for the best defenders. With speed off the mark and a neat swerve, he’s building a decent highlights reel.

Drew Lloyd for Minchinbury. Picture Warren Gannon Photography
Drew Lloyd for Minchinbury. Picture Warren Gannon Photography

DREW LLOYD

Halves

The skilled playmaker knows how to come up with a try-scoring play. A constant in the halves, Drew has been pivotal in an improving Jets line-up.

JASAIS AH KEE

Fullback

Still a teenager, the pathways fullback showed what all the fuss is about with a classy double against Windsor. Lightning off the mark, the Jets will hope to see more of this highly rated Patrician Brothers Blacktown star.

RIVERSTONE RAZORBACKS

LUKE ROUGHLEY

Fullback/centre

Wholeheart down back, the Razorbacks pocket rocket only knows one speed and if often heard firing up his teammates.

BEN ROBERTS

Prop

In a challenging season, the committed prop hasn’t back tracked on his engine room responsibilities. Plays direct and can target a weakness on the edge.

LUKE PICKETT

Halfback

The teenage half hasn’t let Riverstone down in his limited appearances this season. Possesses a solid all-round kicking game and is tough to handle when he spots an opening.

Riverstone playmaker Luke Pickett has drifted between U19s and first grade. Picture Warren Gannon Photography
Riverstone playmaker Luke Pickett has drifted between U19s and first grade. Picture Warren Gannon Photography

ST CLAIR COMETS

DAVID SISIFA

Second row

The experienced backrower continues to enjoy a fine season following his selection in the Luke Lewis Cup rep fixture. Plays hard, but also has a bag of attacking tricks.

LIAM PEARCE

Wing

A strike force on the Comets’ left wing, Liam has rarely missed an opportunity and has accumulated a growing list of tries over the past two seasons.

Comets backrower David Sisifa. Picture Warren Gannon Photography
Comets backrower David Sisifa. Picture Warren Gannon Photography

ROBERT HENDERSON

Utility back

A St Clair veteran, the respected outside back continues to deliver quality with his agility and game awareness.

JOSEPH OTUHIVA

Prop

The reliable prop is a menacing presence upfront. A forward leader, he sets the standard and leads the way with serious intent.

EZRIAH LEAUANAE

Wing

Continues to enhance his credentials on the right wing. Ezriah has already reached double figures for tries scored in a reflection of his tackle busting power and positional awareness.

ST MARYS

SALOSI TOROVI

Wing

The Saints got more than they bargained for with the arrival of this Fijian tearaway. Delivers in the spectacular and is one of the comp’s real crowd pleasers.

MICHAEL MATAGIA

Hooker

A signing from East Campbelltown Eagles, Michael is making the most of his chances in A-grade. Picks his moments in attack and can strike from close range.

HAYDEN STEVENS

Centre

A regular on Saints’ left edge, the quick stepping centre runs dangerous inside lines and already has a handful of tries against his name.

BROCK STAPLETON

Hooker

Dangerous against tired defence, the diminutive St Marys hooker is quick out of the blocks and deceptively fast over the long journey.

St Marys after their win over Windsor in round 5. Picture: Jason Hosken
St Marys after their win over Windsor in round 5. Picture: Jason Hosken

WINDSOR WOLVES

PAT HOLLIS

Second row

Hits like a sledgehammer and is equally as destructive with the ball. Currently nursing a few niggles, Windsor will be hoping the former Panther is fit and firing for the finals.

JESHUA MAA-NELSON

Wing

A serious tradesman in the Wolves backline. The harder the big winger works in the middle, the luckier he gets out wide.

CONNOR POTTER-JUGOVAC

Lock/halves

Among the leading point scorers, Connor has been a real find since becoming a top grade regular. Covers multiple positions, and hasn’t looked out of place when given the keys in attack.

Connor Potter-Jugovac kicks Windsor out of trouble. Picture Warren Gannon Photography
Connor Potter-Jugovac kicks Windsor out of trouble. Picture Warren Gannon Photography

AIDAN RYAN

Utility

A bouncing ball of energy, the aggressive competitor offers quality in the pack and out wide. Finding his feet after a long lay-off, he’ll be crucial as the Wolves prepare to take the next step.

DANIEL ARONA

Prop

With his tackle-busting prowess and potency from close range, the consistent prop is a cult hero at Windsor. Thrives in the heat of battle and never takes a backwards step.

BRAD HOOGENBOOM

Second row

A constant in the Wolves pack, the agile backrower rarely missing his mark in defence and bags his fair share of four-pointers.

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