Week 1 finals matches confirmed

Author: Michael Hillier QRL Media
Timestamp: Mon 29 Aug 2022, 04:34 PM

Queensland Rugby League can today confirm the Week 1 finals schedule for the Hostplus Cup and Hastings Deering Colts competitions.

In the Hostplus Cup, the Burleigh Bears secured top spot with a 42-18 win over the Wynnum Manly Seagulls.

The Bears, who were presented with the John McDonald minor premiership following the win, will play the fourth-placed Norths Devils this Sunday.

Burleigh Bears - 2022 minor premiers

The Sunshine Coast Falcons wrapped up second spot after edging out the Redcliffe Dolphins 20-18 in a Sunday afternoon thriller at Sunshine Coast Stadium.

The result sets up a fascinating re-match this weekend at the same venue.

Week 1 elimination finals will see Tweed Seagulls (6) in action against the Brisbane Tigers (7), and the Central Queensland Capras (5) going head to head with the Northern Pride (8).

The Pride secured their spot in the play-offs with a strong win against the Ipswich Jets.

In the Hastings Deering Colts, defending premiers the Wynnum Manly Seagulls finished in top spot after a tight win over the Burleigh Bears.

The minor premiership-winning Seagulls will now turn their focus to this weekend’s clash against the fourth-placed Central Queensland Capras

Townsville Blackhawks and the Redcliffe Dolphins meet in the 3 v 4 match, with both teams coming off impressive final round wins yesterday.

Week 1 elimination finals will be contested by the Brisbane Tigers (5) and Tweed Seagulls (8), and the Sunshine Coast Falcons (6) and Mackay Cutters (7).