North Lakes Leopards Senior Rugby Union

Men’s 7s is coming to North Lakes. 🐆🏉

We’re gearing up for two big tournaments this October:

🏉 Brisvegas 7s — Saturday 24 October
🏉 Wynnum Brisbane Bay 7s — Saturday 31 October

Training is on every Thursday night at 6:30pm at Woodside Oval, North Lakes Leopards Rugby Union Club.

If you’re keen to play fast, physical, high-tempo 7s and be part of the Leopards squad, get down to training.

📍 Woodside Oval
🕡 Thursdays | 6:30pm

🐆 Petrie Shield 🐆

The Petrie Shield is awarded each year at the Leopard’s to a junior and a senior for excellence in community service.

The President each year asks for nominations from coaches. Usually there are several member to chose from but this year there was one guy who was such a clear front runner that once this nomination was received, there really was no need for our President to consider anyone else.

What a honour it is to announce Adrian Spry as the 2026 Petrie Shield winner.

Rugby clubs are often judged on what happens between the white lines on a Saturday afternoon — the tackles, the tries, and the moments that decide a game. But anyone who has spent time around this club knows the real heartbeat of it exists long after full time.

Adrian is absolutely one of those players on the field — a bloody pest to play against, relentless in everything he does, and someone who never gives an inch.

But what makes Adrian truly special is everything he does away from the game.

Week in, week out, Adrian and his beautiful family are there long after the final whistle, helping clean up after game day. Packing away gear, tidying the sheds, picking up the small things that most people don’t even notice — they are always there, never needing to be asked. And that’s the key thing about Adrian — he never asks what needs to be done, he just rolls up his sleeves and gets it done. It’s not a once-off effort or something done for recognition; it’s just who they are. And it is a perfect reflection of the culture this club is so proud of.

Off the field, Adrian is one of the nicest blokes you will ever meet.

He is the definition of community spirit. Year after year, he steps up without being asked. He takes ownership of social events, helps organise meat tray raffles, and is always looking for ways to bring people together around the club.

He doesn’t just support the club — he builds it.

When junior teams need help, and coaches are unavailable or stretched, Adrian is there. He steps in without hesitation, giving his time and energy to make sure the next generation of players are supported, included and looked after.

He is also the driving force behind many of the club’s cultural and social initiatives. Whether it’s a craft-a-noon, a themed event, or a new way to celebrate culture and heritage, Adrian is always the one bringing ideas forward. And more importantly, he doesn’t just suggest them — he comes with a clear plan. A four-point plan, at that, on how it will actually get done.

That’s who Adrian is. Not just an ideas man, but someone who delivers.

He is incredibly giving to our community in every sense of the word. His contribution is constant, thoughtful and selfless. And while he will absolutely hate this public recognition — and will no doubt cringe at every compliment — it is important that it is said.

Adrian, alongside his family, represents everything that makes this club special. The willingness to stay back, to help out, to do the unseen work, and to make sure the club is left better than they found it is exactly what we are about.

The Petrie Shield is about service, spirit and contribution to the wider club community.

Adrian embodies all of it!

🐆 let’s celebrate Adrian and his amazing contribution to the Leopard’s community 🐆

🐆Leopard’s Senior Presidents Cup🐆

Each year every coach is asked to nominate players to receive the coveted President’s Cup Award.

The criteria given to coaches is to nominate the player who best embodies the Leopards spirit. Whether this is their skill on the field, their team first attitude or their commitment to playing the game in the spirit of rugby.

Coach Jake gave our President a tough line up this year to chose from this year.

Ultimately our President could not look past one nomination, the contribution Joshua Mathers has made to not just the seniors, but to the juniors and the club as a whole. He wholeheartedly and selflessly embodies what is means to be a Leopard.

Here’s what Jake had to say about Josh in his nomination:

In rugby, it’s easy to recognise the players who make the tackles, score the tries and put their bodies on the line each weekend.

But sometimes, the greatest measure of a player is who they are when they can’t take the field.

Josh has had a long and difficult journey back to playing following a season-ending injury nearly three years ago. It would have been easy to drift away from the game during that time, to step back and wait for the moment he could return as a player.

But Josh never stepped away from his club.

Instead, he stepped up.

When he wasn’t able to play, Josh took on the role of team medic. And he didn’t just fill a role — he committed to it fully. This year, he has grown into it, actively seeking out knowledge, asking questions from experienced medics, and constantly looking for ways to better support the team.

He showed a genuine desire to learn, improve, and be useful wherever he could.

Josh became a steady presence around the club. On Friday nights when there were no games, he would still be down at the club — not because he had to be, but because he wanted to be there. Putting in. Being present. Supporting the environment that supports him.

On Friday nights and Saturday medics duty, Josh has been a constant. And one thing has become clear across the club: when there is a medical issue, it’s always “get Josh” — regardless of whether he is officially on medic duty or not. Players, coaches and officials alike know that if something happens, Josh is already on his way.

He is trusted, relied upon, and always willing to step in without hesitation.

No matter the situation, Josh never backed down from being involved. Whether it was senior rugby, training nights or game days, he found ways to contribute and make a difference.

There is something incredibly special about a player who continues to give to their club even when they are not the one taking the field.

Josh has shown that being part of a team is about far more than just playing.

Commitment is showing up when it would be easier not to.
Character is stepping into a role that helps others succeed.
Club spirit is being there whenever you are needed, in whatever capacity that may be.

Josh has embodied all of those things throughout this season and beyond.

His injury may have taken him off the field, but it never took him away from his club.

And that is exactly the kind of person, teammate and clubman that a President’s Award should recognise.

🐆 let’s all congratulate and celebrate Josh and his contribution to the Leopard’s 🐆

• 29 • 8 • 2026 •

Oh what a night!!! Leopard’s Seniors Presentation Night - we came together to celebrate the historic 2026 season with our players and partners!!

Our Scotney men making history winning our first grand final and our Barber men making the semi finals for the first time. What an epic achievement!

The room was filled with mateship, family, community, culture, dancing, happy tears and laughter.

It takes a village to be this good! And what a village we have!

No-one can doubt our foundation is solid for the coming season!

Congratulations to all our award recipients.

Bring on Leopards 2027. We’ll be back and better than ever!

Share your favourite photos below from the night!

🏆 HISTORY MADE. GRAND FINAL CHAMPIONS. 🏆

LEOPARDS 31 – RIVERSIDE 6

What a night. What a team. What a moment for our club. 💜💛

For the first time in North Lakes Leopards history, a Senior team are GRAND FINAL CHAMPIONS!

We could not be prouder of this playing group. The work, commitment and belief that has gone into this season — and the years of building that came before it — made Friday night incredibly special.

This result belongs to so many people.

To every player who pulled on the jersey this season, our coaches, managers and support staff — thank you for the hours, the effort and everything you have given to this group.

To our families and supporters who showed up, travelled, cheered and backed our boys all season — you were absolutely incredible.

To our committee and volunteers, thank you for everything that happens behind the scenes to make moments like this possible.

Thank you to the match officials and referee, and to QSRU for the competition and the opportunity for our players to take the field each week.

And to Riverside, thank you for a hard-fought Grand Final and congratulations on your season.

This is a moment that will forever be part of North Lakes Leopards history.

31–6. GRAND FINAL CHAMPIONS. 🏆

The first in our Senior space — and a memory we will never forget.

LEOPARDS DON’T BACK DOWN. WE ROAR. 🐆💜💛

🏆 GRAND FINAL. HERE WE COME. 🏆

For the first time in North Lakes Leopards senior history, we’re heading to the BIG DANCE! 🔥🐆

The team is locked in. The stage is set. Now it’s time to leave absolutely everything out there.

🟣 SCOTNEY CUP GRAND FINAL
🐆 North Lakes Leopards vs Riverside Rebels
📅 Friday 21 August
📍 Wynnum Rugby Club
⏰ 7:00pm Kick Off

This is the one we need EVERY Leopard behind. Players, families, juniors, supporters, past players — get to Wynnum, wear your purple and MAKE SOME NOISE! 📣

Cheer loud. Cheer proud. Lift our boys from the first whistle to the last — while showing the respect our game deserves to our opposition, match officials and everyone on the sideline.

23 players take the field, but they carry an entire club with them. 💜💛

OUR FIRST SENIOR GRAND FINAL.

Let’s make it one to remember.

🐆 LEOPARDS DON’T BACK DOWN. WE ROAR. 🐆

🔥 HISTORY. IN. THE. MAKING. 🔥

For the FIRST TIME in North Lakes Leopards senior history, our boys are heading to a GRAND FINAL! 🏆🐆

After a massive season, it all comes down to Friday night under lights.

🏆 QSRU Scotney Cup Grand Final
🐆 North Lakes Leopards vs Riverside Rebels
📍 Wynnum Rugby Club
📅 Friday 21 August
⏰ 7:00PM KICK OFF

We want to see a HUGE Leopards crowd on the sideline. Wear your purple, bring the family and get LOUD for our boys! 💜💛

As always, let’s represent our club with pride. Cheer loudly, support positively and show respect to both teams, match officials and fellow spectators. Let’s make sure the noise from the Leopards sideline is the kind our players can be proud of.

This is a massive moment for our club — let’s enjoy every second of it together.

FIRST SENIOR GRAND FINAL. ONE MASSIVE NIGHT. 🏆

🐆 LEOPARDS DON’T BACK DOWN. WE ROAR. 🐆

🔥 FINALS FOOTY. TWO CUPS. TWO BIG GAMES. 🔥

Our Senior Leopards are locked in and ready to go! 🐆🏉

🏆 SCOTNEY CUP
Leopards 🆚 Easts
📍 Home
🗓 Friday Night
⏰ 8:00PM Kick Off

🏆 BARBER CUP
Leopards 🆚 Mustangs
📍 Forest Lake
🗓 Saturday
⏰ 3:00PM Kick Off

The teams are named. The stage is set. Now it’s time to get behind the boys. 💜💛

Leopards don’t back down. WE ROAR. 🐆🔥

🔥 IT’S PRELIM FINAL TIME! 🔥

The stage is set. The squad is locked in. Now it’s time to leave it all on the field.

Our Barber Cup side heads to Redland Bay this Saturday for a Preliminary Final showdown against the Redlands Mudcrabs, with a Grand Final berth on the line.

📍 Redland Bay Cyclones Rugby Union Club
🕝 Kick-off: 2:30pm

Get behind the boys, wear your purple with pride, and let’s make some noise from the sidelines.

One game. One opportunity. Let’s hunt. 🐆💜💛

🏆 FINALS FOOTY IS HERE! 🐆💜

This is what we’ve worked for all season.

One team is already through… another is ready to fight for their place.

👏 Congratulations to our Scotney Cup side, who earned a well-deserved weekend off after their Qualifying Final win and now advance straight to next week’s Preliminary Final!

Now it’s over to our Barber Cup men…

🔥 PRELIMINARY FINAL
🆚 Redlands Mudcrabs
📅 Saturday
🕝 Kick-off: 2:30pm
📍 Redland Bay Cyclones Rugby Club

Finals rugby is different. Every tackle matters. Every carry counts. Every voice on the sideline can make a difference.

If you’re free this Saturday, throw on your purple, bring the noise and get behind the Leopards as we chase another step towards the Grand Final.

Let’s fill the sidelines and show what Leopards pride is all about.

💜 LEOPARDS DON’T BACK DOWN… WE ROAR! 🐆