ROUND 7 Results vs Burnside
Round 7 involved another trip to Woodville, but this time take on Burnside, in their home away from home for this week! Tough games were on the cards for all sides, and the Premier Grade in particular hoped to make a statement against the reigning premiers.
This week the first side in action was the Brighton Under 16s, who played the combined Barossa/Elizabeth team on Friday night at Brighton. Unfortunately the opposition had to forfeit, handing Brighton an automatic 28-0 win, but the two sides then lined up for an entertaining game, with lots of tries scored by the home team!
Out at Woodville on Saturday morning, the Get into Rugby and Under 8 squads played early, and then made room for two Under 10 games. Next up was the Brighton Under 12s. Brighton got off to a fast start, scoring early, but then gave up several tries. However 3 tries in 10 minutes got Brighton back in the game, until a final try by Burnside at the end sealed it, Burnside winning 38-28. Over at Waite Oval the Brighton/Uni team had their hands full with Port Adelaide, losing 5-57.
The Brighton Under 14s had a tough task against the undefeated Burnside, and did not get off to the start they were hoping for. After regathering at half time, Brighton came out and played much better, opening the scoring, and scoring the last two tries of the game to eventually lose 20-40.
Third Grade Black had a bye, and the Brighton Women had to forfeit their game, so it was left to the three senior men’s teams to finish the day on a winning note.
Brighton Thirds Gold were top, but facing the only team to beat them during 2025. Brighton started very confidently, scoring with their first possession of the game, and then again within the first ten minutes. Burnside came back near half time, only for Brighton to immediately hit back again. Burnside cut the lead yet again with another quick try after half time, but a penalty then a final try ensured a 27-12 win for Brighton.
In the Reserve grade, Burnside scored first, but Brighton hit back with two tries before half time, and never lost their lead after that. Burnside came back with a try after half time, but two tries and a penalty in less than ten minutes made sure of the victory for Brighton, winning 27-17 despite one more score at the end by Burnside.
Brighton Premier grade were keen to show that they deserved to be sitting top of the ladder with a huge game against the 2025 premiers. The game did not start the way Brighton hoped, with a very early injury and then a try by Burnside. It took Brighton nearly 40 minutes to finally hit back, scoring a try to go to the break leading 7-5.
Brighton then scored again after 2 minutes, and after another 30 minutes of tough rugby Brighton moved out to a good lead with two tries in 5 minutes. Burnside were suddenly staring at a big defeat, and made a huge effort to get back in the last few minutes. Despite scoring twice, Burnside could not overcome the deficit, and Brighton finished winners by 24-17.
Next Saturday is Round 8, with Barossa visiting Brighton Road. In the evening we have the 2026 edition of Brighton Beer Pong, so get dressed up and join the action upstairs after a big day of Rugby! Thank you to everyone who came up to Woodville, and see next Saturday!
See you next week for Round 8!
Brighton Annual Beer Pong!
Brighton Rugby Club Annual Beer Pong Night
Saturday 23 May • From 7:00pm
Straight after the Barossa Home Game
As soon as the final whistle blows on the Barossa home game, we’re rolling straight into Brighton’s Annual Beer Pong Competition!
3 per team, $20 per person, Costumes mandatory
Register with your club captains, and pay at the canteen or bar
Bring your A‑game.
Bring your teammates.
Bring the noise.
See you on 23 May from 7pm.
Annual Dinner in July early bird tickets now available!
The biggest event of the year is the Annual Dinner, and early bird tickets are available to purchase right now! Please click on the link below to secure your seat at the dinner, and enjoy an amazing night celebrating Brighton Rugby!
Code of Conduct
The club encourages any player, spectator or other supporter to report any issues you may encounter out at rugby.
The Rugby Australia Code of Conduct provides a set of standards for everyone involved in Rugby to ensure it is played in a safe, fair and inclusive environment. It also outlines the procedures for reporting, complaint handling and investigations of alleged breaches.
Brighton Rugby Club and all of our members and supporters have a duty to protect those involved in the game, and it is important to report someone who has acted against one or more of Rugby Australia’s policies, so appropriate action can be taken if necessary.
Please approach your coach or manager, one of our Committee members, or our Member Protection Officer Catherine Costello if you need to discuss anything that concerns you.
How to report a concern
