OPINION
AS we move from the busy winter sporting season into the summer months, it’s timely to thank the coaches, officials and players who served the region so well.
The Rosewood Roosters had a successful rugby league season with the vastly-improved senior team being competitive in C-Grade and the club’s Under-15 side making the Division 2 grand final.
An energetic new committee, led by president Jasmine Hassett, also hosted some successful junior tournaments for Rugby League Ipswich.
Jasmine’s husband Josh coached the under-15 side, having also assisted senior team head coach Sam Collins during their positive development.
The Roosters ‘family’ deserves praise for taking the club forward.
In soccer, the Rosewood United Crusaders also had a fantastic season with the Over-30 women’s grand final victory capping a number of fine junior performances.
That included the club’s under-12 team that won a thrilling extra-time decider at Thagoona.
Rosewood United club president Tammy Crawford and her partner David Graham did an exceptional job installing fun and team spirit across the grades.
Over-30 head coach Kim Bennett also provided a lesson in dedication pursuing her boxing goals while bringing out the best in her women’s combination.
Under-12 Rosewood Roses coach James Lyons did a fine job encouraging his team.
In bowls, long-serving former Rosewood club president Terry Hobden continues to make a valuable contribution.
After years of service, Terry recently welcomed new president Kevin Hayden and treasurer David Aspden to work with current committee members including vice-president Karen Kington and secretary Joanne Marshall.
Across town at the Rosewood Golf Club, a dedicated committee provides plenty of competition opportunities.
We’ll see more golf and bowls in coming months, especially as Rosewood golfers chase success in the annual Moreton District Golf Association pennants series.
The Rosewood Little Athletics Centre is launching a new season having returned to their Rosewood State High School base after a period training at Limestone Park.
I look forward to exploring other sporting opportunities as the weather warms up.
