Huddersfield Giants capped off their 2024 Betfred Super League season with a resounding 34-10 victory over Castleford Tigers. The Giants showcased their skill and teamwork throughout the match, dominating both sides of the field. Key players made significant contributions, helping to secure a convincing win and leave a strong impression as they head into the off-season.
Huddersfield Giants concluded their 2024 Betfred Super League season with an impressive 34-10 victory over Castleford Tigers.
The match began quietly, with neither team generating clear chances in the first 15 minutes. The Tigers came close down their left flank, but former Giant Mellor couldn’t finish. A moment of brilliance from Lolohea, following a stopped 20/40 attempt, briefly lifted the Giants, though they couldn’t capitalize right away.
The Giants opened the scoring after 20 minutes when a high bomb from departing Oliver Russell was misplayed by Qareqare. Milner seized the opportunity, passing to Hewitt, who powered over just left of the posts.
Two minutes later, the Giants extended their lead! A clever dribbled kick from Clune was pounced on by Harry Rushton, adding another try to the tally.
Shortly after, McGowan—fresh off his contract extension—found the score sheet. After a neat shift left and an offload from Hewitt, he crossed in the corner.
Tui Lolohea capped a dominant first half with a stunning solo effort, chipping the ball over the defense, chasing it down, and scoring after a perfect bounce. The Giants went into halftime with a commanding 22-0 lead.
Castleford struck first in the second half, with Marsters breaking through the middle and passing to Clune, who added another try.
The Tigers found the scoreboard again 15 minutes later when Miller’s kick was gathered by Qareqare in the corner. However, the Giants quickly answered as Hewitt broke through a tackle to score his second try.
Castleford managed a late consolation with Mellor grounding a cross-field kick from Miller, but it wasn’t enough to change the outcome.
Final Score: Huddersfield Giants 34-10 Castleford Tigers.
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