Match Day Wrap: Bushpigs Fire Back, Miss Piggies Hold Firm at Cooma
Both Jindabyne sides made the trip over the mountain to Cooma on Saturday. The Bushpigs came back swinging after last week’s two-point loss and delivered a 36–14 win over the Red Devils. The Miss Piggies earned a share of the points in a 24-all draw with the Devils Angels.
BUSHPIGS 36 – Cooma Red Devils 14
The Jindabyne Bushpigs imposed their will on the Cooma Red Devils from the outset, running out 36–14 winners at Rotary Oval thanks to a commanding display that left little doubt as to the result.
The Bushpigs’ dominance was clear early, with tries from Harry Burbury (#15 – Studio #22), Hunter Pearce (#13 – Porter’s Power), and Darcy Alexander (#7 – TRC Trails) all coming inside the first 20 minutes. This fast start set the tone and kept the Red Devils on the back foot for much of the match. Matt Jones (#8 – Alpine Law) and Finn Chatten (#11 – Lean 2 Constructions) continued the pressure with further tries in the second half, while Joe Quinlan (#9 – Snowy Mountains Magazine) and Dylan Johnson (#10 – Macleod Trucking) ensured the conversions kept the scoreboard ticking.
This win cements the Bushpigs as a confident and cohesive side in the Southern Tablelands Monaro Cup, with their attacking variety and defensive discipline standing out as key strengths moving forward.
Scoring Summary
| Player | T | C | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finn Chatten (#11 – Lean 2 Constructions) | 2 | – | 10 |
| Matt Jones (#8 – Alpine Law) | 1 | – | 5 |
| Darcy Alexander (#7 – TRC Trails) | 1 | – | 5 |
| Hunter Pearce (#13 – Porter’s Power) | 1 | – | 5 |
| Harry Burbury (#15 – Studio #22) | 1 | – | 5 |
| Dylan Johnson (#10 – Macleod Trucking) | – | 3 | 6 |
Miss Piggies 24 – Cooma Devils Angels 24
The Jindabyne Miss Piggies Women’s 10s showed resilience and determination to fight back from an early deficit and secure a 24–24 draw against the Cooma Devils Angels at Rotary Oval in Round 8 of the 2026 Women’s 10s competition.
Key to the Miss Piggies’ comeback was the outstanding performance of Eden Klemm (#10 – Macleod Trucking), who crossed the try line twice and added two crucial conversions, keeping Jindabyne firmly in contention throughout the match. Alongside her, Tilhaney Grainger (#5 – Reece) made a significant impact by scoring one of the Miss Piggies’ tries, providing the team with a vital spark in attack.
The Miss Piggies’ defense held firm when it mattered most, preventing the Devils Angels from extending their lead in the latter stages. This hard-fought draw keeps the Miss Piggies competitive as the season progresses, demonstrating their ability to respond under pressure and maintain composure in tight encounters.
Scoring Summary
Jindabyne Miss Piggies Women’s 10s
| Player | T | C | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Klemm (#10 – Macleod Trucking) | 2 | 2 | 14 |
| Tilhaney Grainger (#5 – Reece) | 1 | – | 5 |
Jindabyne U15 26 – Royals u15s 19
Jindabyne U15 held a slender 26–19 lead to claim victory against Royals u15s in Round 5 of the ACTJRU Under 15 competition. Their balanced attack and steady defence kept the Royals at bay in a tightly contested match.
Standout performer Harper (#13) scored two tries and added a conversion, while Mason (#6) and Cedric (#12) also crossed for tries. Wade (#8) contributed two crucial conversions to extend the lead.
Jindabyne took an early lead with tries from Bradley and Anstee. Despite three strong tries from Royals, Jindabyne’s ability to respond with further scoring, combined with reliable kicking, ensured they maintained control of the scoreboard throughout.
This win highlights Jindabyne U15’s composure and effectiveness in tight matches as the season progresses.
Scoring Summary
Jindabyne U15
| Player | T | C | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harper (#13) | 2 | 1 | 13 |
| Mason (#6) | 1 | – | 5 |
| Cedric (#12) | 1 | – | 5 |
| Wade (#8) | – | 2 | 4 |
Jindabyne U12 19 – Cooma Red Devils 53
Jindabyne U12 battled hard but fell 53–19 to Cooma Red Devils U12’s at Rotary Oval on Saturday, May 30.
A key performer was Leo (#13), who scored two tries and kicked two conversions, accounting for all of Jindabyne’s points. Oliver (#11) and Marshall (#10) also crossed the line, helping the team stay competitive early in the match.
Cooma Red Devils dominated from the start with a strong and balanced attack, but Jindabyne fought back well, notably scoring three tries in quick succession around the 11th minute. Lewis’s accurate kicking added valuable points on the board.
Despite the final margin, Jindabyne’s players showed determination and gained important experience against a tough opponent. They will look to build on this effort as the season progresses.
Scoring Summary
Jindabyne U12
| Player | T | C | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leo (#13) | 2 | 2 | 14 |
| Oliver (#11) | 1 | – | 5 |
| Marshall (#10) | 1 | – | 5 |
