Whakatane's Fed 1 team had a 1-0 loss at home to Taupo. With the scores locked 0-0 at halftime it was Taupo who managed to score in the 2nd half from a corner that was well headed in from the near post. Whakatane managed a few chances themselves and pulled one back only for it to be ruled off side. McDonalds player of the day went to Paul Taylor. Whakatane's Bay 1 side also went down 1-0 to Otumoetai. Whakatane Bay 2 have made it to the Final of the CNS bowl after a 4-2 win over Otumoetai 3. This game will be played at Tauranga's Links Ave on Sept 18.
Simon Groos from the 1st Team has returned to Germany, good luck and all the best Simon.