Herea’s second-half try helps Wolfpack beat ladder leaders

CENTRE Emmanuel Herea’s 59th minute try helped Taurama Wolfpack shock A Grade ladder leaders Kaugere Bulldogs 12-8 in the Moresby South Rugby League competition on Sunday.
Bulldogs scored first after a set move saw winger Gerald Vaieke dive over on the right edge and Isaac Yanis made no mistake with the conversion for a 6-0 lead at Moresby South Stadium.
Wolfpack responded with winger Veari Peter crossing over for unconverted try to trail 4-6 but Bulldogs hit back with penalty goal for an 8-4 lead.
Wolfpack equalised through Mala Kua before Herea broke the deadlock with a strong carry from 30m out.
“We rushed our attack and did not complete our sets, especially in the second half,” Bulldogs’ Joe Omaro said.
“We need to be disciplined in crucial games if we are to stand a chance of securing the minor premiership.”
The win elevated Wolfpack to second spot as they continued their winning streak to create shockwaves across the competition.
After round 12, the points ladder sees Bulldogs (19) in pole spot, followed by Wolfpack (18), Raiders, Crows (17 apiece), Joyce Bay Roosters (16), Korobosea Souths (15), Southern Sons (14), Vadavada, Dragons 13, Eagles (13 apiece), Seagulls (11), 2-Mile United (9), Pride (8), Eels (4) and Spartans (3).
Results: Wolfpack 12 Bulldogs 8, Southern Sons 6 Two Mile United 6, Vadavada United 12 Sub City Raiders 4, Korobosea Souths 14 Talai Spartans 12, 6-Mile Crows 8 Kone Eagles 4, Gabutu Dragons 20 Koki Eels 2, Kaugere Seagulls 12 Kipo Eastern Pride 10.