Western Force’s Try Frenzy: Promise for 2026 Super Rugby Pacific
First-Half Try Frenzy Secures Win for Western Force
The Western Force scored five first-half tries to secure a resounding 42-12 victory over the ACT Brumbies in their pre-season clash at Scotch College Playing Fields on Friday afternoon.
Key Moments
- Tries by Tom Robertson (2), Carlo Tizzano (2), Ben Donaldson, and Henry Robertson.
- Donaldson flawless with five conversions.
- Brumbies score a penalty try in the second half.
It was a fantastic first half for us. The forward pack laid a great platform, and we took our opportunities.
– Simon Cron, coach, Western Force.
Positive Signs for the 2026 Season
The Western Force’s strong performance provides optimism as they head into the 2026 Swyftx Super Rugby Pacific season, with a promising Round 1 clash against the Brumbies coming up in a fortnight.
The Tries
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Tom Robertson (5′, 36′): The Wallabies prop scored first-half doubles as the Western Force forward pack dominated.
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Carlo Tizzano (18′, 40′): UWA product Tizzano added two tries, including a lineout maul effort and a powerful barge.
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Ben Donaldson (26′): The fly-half scored a sensational kick-chase try, racing past Brumbies’ Shane Wilcox.
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Henry Robertson (77′): The Sea of Blue rounded off the scoring late in the game.
Brumbies’ Response
The Brumbies managed to cross the line in the second half through a penalty try and a try byfullback Macglen Bowron, but it was not enough to overcome the Force’s first-half blitz.
Did you know?
The Western Force is one of six Australian teams competing in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific.
Call to Action: Share Your Thoughts on Western Force’s Performance
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