NSW Waratahs U19 head coach Dan England has named a largely unchanged team ahead of Sunday’s game against the Queensland Reds, as part of the Santos Festival of Rugby.
The side will arrive in Narrabri riding a wave of momentum after a dominant 60-5 victory over the Western Force in the opening round of the Super Rugby Men’s U19 competition.
Flyhalf duties have been handed to Henry Conick, who comes into the starting XV in place of Sebastian Newman.
Riley Evans has earned a call-up at outside centre after a standout Colts season with Randwick, which culminated in a premiership. Evans has replaced Mitchell Holmes, who has been shifted to the reserves.
Meanwhile, Dane Mitchell, Thomas Goldie and Dante Siale have been rewarded with spots on the bench.
Following Sam Blank’s strong performance in Round 1, the scrumhalf spoke on the importance of building on what the Waratahs delivered against the Force.
“Queensland will be a step up, so we’ve been sharpening our set piece and our connection,” Blank said.
“Last week’s performance gave us real belief. We took control early and finished strong, however we know Queensland will bring a strong set-piece and a physical battle.
“We’re buzzing to go away this week— it’s different taking the Waratahs into the country. It’s going to be a good vibe and a great chance to build as a group.”
NSW Waratahs U19 to play the Queensland Reds U19:
NSW Waratahs U19 to play the Queensland Reds U19:
1. Nick Hill (Warringah)
2. Tyler Maybery (Randwick)
3. Edwin Langi (Easts)
4. Arthur Greer (Easts)
5. Aron Brennan (Warringah)
6. Luca Cleverley (Randwick)
7. Marshall Le Maitre (Norths)
8. Toby Brial (Easts)
9. Sam Blank (Warringah)
10. Henry Conick (Sydney Uni)
11. Tom Watts (Sydney Uni)
12. Zach Fittler (Easts)
13. Riley Evans (Randwick)
14. Tom Farr-Jones (Randwick)
15. Louis Fenwicke (Easts)
Replacements:
16. Riley Osborne (Warringah)
17. Harper Strachan (Sydney Uni)
18. Dante Siale (West Harbour)
19. Ethan Hamilton (Hunter Wildfires)
20. Charlie Bull (Sydney Uni)
21. Thomas Goldie (Sydney Uni)
22. Mitchell Holmes (Eastwood)
23. Dane Mitchell (Sydney Uni)
Match Details
NSW Waratahs U19 Vs Queensland Reds U19
Where: Narrabri Rugby Club, Narrabri
When: Sunday, 21 September 2025
Kick-off: 1.00 pm (AEST)
The game will be broadcast LIVE and on demand via Stan Sport and the Rugby.com.au YouTube Channel
