Sport
14 March, 2025
Douglas Dragons set to roar after lacklustre ‘24 games
THE Port Douglas Dragons have wasted no time returning to the training park after a heartbreaking finish to their 2024 campaign.
The Dragons had an exceptional season in 2024 making the grand final for a second consecutive but unfortunately fell short losing the game 4-0.
Dragons’ veteran Ben Syrett simply said: “We just didn’t show up for the game”.
“We had a lot of injuries but also didn’t capitalise on the opportunities we had,” he said.
Even though the loss hurt at the time the footballers have put it behind them and have used it as motivation to go one better and win the premiership in season 2025.
“Regardless of previous results we’ll treat every pre-season the same as our ultimate goal is the same each year,” Mr Syrett said.
With the skill level around Cairns and Hinterland only expanding each year the Dragons know they’ll have their work cut out for them coming into season 2025.
Being the runners up in the last two grand finals they’re still the benchmark and are fully aware that all rival clubs will be chasing their tail.
That extra attention has become extra motivation as the overall vibe around the club currently is to continue to be that benchmark and try take that final leap to premiership glory.
Coach Doug Baird put his playing group through an extensive six-week program, working on fitness and trying to remove any rust before their mid-March season return.
“We’re all excited for the season to get underway, we’ve had a great preseason and I’ve got high hopes for us once again,” Mr Syrett said.
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