Balmain Tigers
Balmain won a lot of fans in 1986 with a backs to the wall performance almost taking them to the Grand Final. Finishing in a tie for 5th place, Balmain were asked to play North Sydney Bears for the final playoffs spot. The Tigers were forced to win 3 sudden death matches without their lock Wayne Pearce. During the season a handful of youngsters stood out for the Tigers. Paul Sironen and Bruce Sinclair were a few.
In 1987 Balmain again made the playoffs finishing in 4th place after 24 rounds of competition. In the Minor Preliminary Semi the Tigers faced off against the 5th placed South Sydney Rabbitohs. In a game that can only be regarded as extraordinary. South Sydney walked off 15-12 winners with only 1 try being scored in the entire match. 22 of the total 27 points coming from goals. Once again Bruce Sinclair putting in a handful of solid performances throughout the season.
In 1988 Balmain almost pulled off the fairy tale all rugby league fans dream of when following their club team. Once again the Tigers finished the season in a 5th placed tie. Balmain were far too strong here defeating Penrith Panthers 28-8. From here Balmain never looked back going all the way to the Grand Final. But unfortunately for the Balmain Tigers they lost to Canterbury Bulldogs 24-12.
Balmain Career Statistics
| Years | G | T | Gls | FGls | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986–1988 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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