Papatoetoe 19 Macleans 5

Papatoetoe secured a home semi final clash with St Pauls on the back of an outstanding defensive effort. It was always going to be a game in which both teams were going to have to contend with a strong wind blowing down the pitch. Macleans played with the wind at their back in the first half and tried to keep Papatoetoe pegged into their own 22. Inaccurate kicking and a slow kick chase hampered their tactics however and Papatoetoe were able to go in at half time at 0-0. With the wind now at their backs Papatoetoe were able to execute a strong kicking game and keep Macleans under pressure. When the opportunities arose the home team executed well and scored three good tries two of which were superbly converted from the sideline.

This was a much improved performance from the Papatoetoe team and allows them to move forward into their semi final next week full of confidence. Man of the Match went to outstanding half back Sami Tu'itupou.