QLD Premier Rugby Round 7: Brothers continue form, Norths upset Easts

Brothers scored 33 unanswered points to claim a classy bonus point win over UQ and continue their unbeaten start to the 2019 season.  In front of a strong crowd at Crosby Park, the Brethren trailed 20-15 late in the first half and scored just before half time to swing momentum in their favour, then kicked up a gear after the break.  “Brothers kept their foot on the pedal for the full 80 minutes,” UQ assistant coach Elton Berrange told Rugby News.  “We were leading around the 35 minute mark but then they scored a try just before and just after halftime, which is the mark of a quality team.” Berrange said UQ were good in periods of the game, but couldn’t match Brothers in the second half.  “We did some very good things on Saturday but we just couldn’t keep our composure or discipline for long enough periods in the game,” he said.  “(Brothers No.10) Rohan Saifoloi controlled the game well with his boot. He’s got to be one of the best passers in t
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