While still only in the trial games for the 2023 CAS season, Cranbrook have proven themselves as competitors for this years prem. Cranbrook presented a striking showcase of ticker in the second half of their game against St Stannies in Bathurst this weekend after starting the second half down 19-5 and leaving victorious with a close 24-19 win. Stand out players included Cameron Mckenzie who creates many opportunities a game and is always within 5 meters of the ball and Tom Girle with his amazing tackling showcase and try scoring ability, arguably being the reason for Cranbrooks win. Both players are great competitors for CAS 1. With star players Kaleb Ahcolt, Jaxson Allen and Noah Jackson returning from injury in the coming weeks, we will see a great competition in Cranbrooks opening draw against Waverly fueled by schoolboy rivalry. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how Cranbrook performs against stronger sides such as Knox and Barker.
Without a doubt the four main competitors this year are Knox, Barker, Waverly and Cranbrook