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U16 and U19 National Champs Round One Team of the Week

The U16 and U19 National Championships are underway as players look to make a statement in round one.The NSW Waratahs were the big winners from the weekend, sweeping the Queensland Reds, whilst the Brumbies and Western Force split their games.High-Performance National Programs Coach Nathan Grey is among several keeping a keen eye on the action as they look to build for the future, highlighted by the Junior Wallabies and the likely return of the World U20 Championships.Rugby.com.au looks at the teams of the week from both competitions as picked by Grey.*Please note the Melbourne Rebels had the bye in round one and will not featureUnder 16s ChampionshipsAs expected, the Waratahs dominate the U16s Team of the Week with six selections after their 32-3 victory over the Reds.Scrumhalf Sam Blank had a standout game for the NSW-based side, scoring their opening try of the game after finishing off a move that started from a midway scrum.He is joined by Joe Walsh, Charlie Poynton and Mitchell Woods, with Woods crossing for a slick try just before the break.Reds centre Chase Oates partners Walsh in the centres, whilst Force duo Brodie Mainwaring and Ken Ah Hong complete the backline, with Ah Hong scoring a crucial try during their six-point win over the Brumbies.His teammate Luke Holt-Brown is the standout selection in the forward pack after his blistering performance.Holt-Brown showcased the remarkable pace with a double and his joined in the side by fellow Force forward Manaia Te Tana.Waratahs loosehead Daniel Christodoulou partners Reds duo Ewald Kruger and Princeton Ioane in the front-row as club teammates Zion Potaha, Ollie Aboud and Brumbies number eight Harry Harrington round out the pack.Team of the WeekDaniel Christodoulou (NSW Waratahs)Ewald Kruger (Queensland Reds)Princeton Ioane (Queensland Reds)Zion Poitaha (NSW Waratahs)Manaia Te Tana (Western Force)Ollie Aboud (NSW Waratahs)Luke Holt-Brown (Western Force)Harry Harrington (ACT Brumbies)Sam Blank (NSW Waratahs)Brodie Mainwaring (Western Force)Charlie Poynton (NSW Waratahs)Joe Walsh (NSW Waratahs)Chase Oates (Queensland Reds)Ken Ah Hong (Western Force)Mitchell Woods (NSW Waratahs)U19 ChampionshipsDespite going down to the Waratahs, it's the Queensland Reds that enjoy the highest representation in Round One's Team of the Week with five selections.Australian Schools standout Harry McLaughlin-Philips headlines the inclusions at flyhalf, with the explosive Jackson Connelly on the wing.They are joined by props Harrison Usher and Nick Bloomfield alongside number eight John Bryant.Player of the Match Clem Halaholo has been named as blindside flanker whilst Sydney Uni standout Oskar Hicks comes into the second row.There are two Waratahs in the backline with Charlie Worthington and Tom Morrison earning a nod after their strong performances.Brumbies winger Henry Palmer is one of four from the ACT included, starring in their 62-27 victory with a double.Scrumhalf Ben Keogh has been included after his dashing performance whilst flanker Chirs Mickelson and centre Matius Jensen earn selection.Force duo Ruben Steenkamp and Marley Pearce round out the side as they look to bounce back on Wednesday against the Rebels.Team of the WeekHarrison Usher (Queensland Reds)Marley Pearce (Western Force)Nick Bloomfield (Queensland Reds)Oskar Hicks (NSW Waratahs)Ruben Steenkamp (Western Force)Clem Halaholo (NSW Waratahs)Chris Mickelson (ACT Brumbies)John Bryant (Queensland Reds)Ben Keogh (ACT Brumbies)Harry McLaughlin-Philips (Queensland Reds)Henry Palmer (ACT Brumbies)Charlie Worthington (NSW Waratahs)Matius Jensen (ACT Brumbies)Jackson Connelly (Queensland Reds)Tom Morrison (NSW Waratahs)Click Here: men football tracksuits

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