Path to Glory: Three Warriors Star in NSW Cup Team of the Year
Australia news : Warriors Make Their Mark: Trio Named in NSW Cup Team of the Year!
The New South Wales Cup Team of the Year has been announced, and it’s a proud moment for the One New Zealand Warriors. Three talented players from the team have been recognized for their outstanding performances in the competition. Captain Kalani Going, 20-year-old second-row sensation Kayliss Fatialofa, and prop forward Tom Ale have all been named in the team, showcasing the Warriors’ depth and talent.
Kalani Going has been nothing short of phenomenal, earning the NSW Cup Player of the Year award. He has played in almost every game, racking up an impressive 2841 meters, scoring eight tries, and making 60 tackle breaks with an incredible 93.6% efficiency in tackles. His leadership and skill on the field have been instrumental in the Warriors’ success.
Kayliss Fatialofa has been a revelation for the Warriors, playing all 26 matches and scoring 14 tries. He’s also made 13 line-breaks and 69 tackle busts, averaging 89 meters and 26 tackles per game. His youthful energy and dynamism have added a new dimension to the team’s attack. Tom Ale has been a dominant force in the front row, averaging 132 meters per game, including 52 post-contact meters. He’s also made 61 tackle busts and averaged 19 tackles per game, solidifying his spot as one of the top props in the competition.
The NSW Cup Team of the Year features some of the best talent in the competition, with players from top teams like the St George Illawarra Dragons, Penrith Panthers, and Canberra Raiders also making the cut. The team is:
- Fullback: Cody Ramsey (St George Illawarra Dragons)
- Winger: Asu Kepaoa (Penrith Panthers)
- Centre: Cassius Tia (Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs)
- Centre: Michael Gabrael (Newtown Jets)
- Winger: Tom Rodwell (Sydney Roosters)
- Five-Eighth: Jonah Glover (St George Illawarra Dragons)
- Halfback: Niwhai Puru (Newtown Jets)
- Prop: Trey Mooney (Canberra Raiders)
- Hooker: Danny Levi (Canberra Raiders)
- Prop: Tom Ale (One New Zealand Warriors)
- Second Row: Kayliss Fatialofa (One New Zealand Warriors)
- Second Row: Noah Martin (Canberra Raiders)
- Lock: Kalani Going (One New Zealand Warriors)
With their trio of players in the Team of the Year, the Warriors are confident heading into the grand final against St George Illawarra at CommBank Stadium in Sydney. The team has dominated the competition all season, finishing 11 points clear on the ladder, and they’re looking to cap off a successful campaign with a championship win. The grand final is set to be an electrifying encounter, with both teams ready to give it their all in pursuit of the title. Will the Warriors’ star trio lead their team to victory, or will St George Illawarra spoil their party? The stage is set for an unforgettable showdown.