Last Updated on April 13, 2026 2:59 pm by ZUWP Automation
The Seawolves dominated at Starfire Stadium in Week 2, running in three tries to secure a commanding home victory.
The Seattle Seawolves delivered a confident home performance at Starfire Stadium on April 4, grinding down Old Glory DC to claim a 33-16 victory in Week 2. Tries from Ezekiel Lindenmuth, Andre Warner, and JP Smith — spread across the full 80 minutes — underlined a team that controlled the tempo and never let the visitors back into the contest. Below is a player-by-player rating for every Seawolf who took the field.
Man of the Match: Davy Coetzer — 9/10
Davy Coetzer was the standout performer on the day, recording 18 points from the kicking tee alongside 12 carries for 64 metres and a massive 206 kick metres. His work rate in open play was relentless, and his territorial kicking kept Old Glory DC pinned deep throughout the match. With season averages sitting at zero across all tracked metrics heading into this fixture, Coetzer set the benchmark for what this squad can produce on home soil.
Starters
Duncan Matthews — 7/10
Matthews put in a solid shift across 80 minutes, contributing 7 carries for 41 metres and 3 tackles while winning a crucial turnover. His 1 offload kept the ball alive in key phases, though one infringement was a minor blemish on an otherwise disciplined display. A reliable, above-average performance against a baseline of zero prior appearances this season.
Riekert Hattingh — 7/10
Riekert Hattingh was busy in the loose, posting 11 carries for 37 metres, 5 tackles, and a 1 dominant carry to go with his 1 offload. He made no missed tackles and showed composure in contact. His carrying volume and clean defensive numbers made him one of the more dependable figures in the pack.
Mark Bennett — 6/10
Mark Bennett contributed 13 carries for 37 metres and chipped in with 3 tackles, though he was penalised once and missed a tackle. His carrying numbers were the highest of any starter by count, demonstrating willingness to take the ball to contact. The infringement and missed tackle keep this at a functional, average-line rating for the day.
Andre Warner — 8/10
Andre Warner crossed for his side’s second try in the 57th minute and added 5 points to the board while recording 241 kick metres — the most of any player on the field. He also contributed 4 carries for 25 metres, 4 tackles, and a 1 dominant carry, all without a missed tackle or infringement. Warner’s combination of try-scoring, defensive work, and territorial kicking made him one of the game’s most complete performers.
Marno Redelinghuys — 8/10
Marno Redelinghuys led all Seawolves players in tackles with 11 hits and not a single miss across 80 minutes. He also contributed 7 carries for 24 metres without a turnover conceded. That tackle count, combined with a clean infringement record, makes Redelinghuys the defensive conscience of this pack and earns him a well-justified excellent rating.
Paddy Ryan — 8/10
Paddy Ryan was outstanding at the breakdown, recording a team-high 3 turnovers won alongside 9 tackles from 80 minutes of work. He also carried 15 times for 23 metres and registered a 1 dominant carry, never once being penalised. The turnover contribution alone sets Ryan apart and reflects the kind of workrate that wins games in the tight exchanges.
JP Smith — 7/10
JP Smith capped the match with a try in the 80th minute, adding 5 points to go with 8 carries for 14 metres and 3 tackles. One missed tackle and one infringement prevent a higher rating, but the try at full time ensured the scoreline reflected the Seawolves’ superiority. A productive afternoon from a player who delivered when it mattered.
Harison Mataele — 6/10
Harison Mataele worked for 76 minutes and produced 6 tackles alongside 3 carries for 1 metre, winning a turnover in the process. The carrying output was limited, and one missed tackle slightly dims what was otherwise a defensively engaged performance. He sat at the average-line but brought consistent effort until he departed.
Ignacio Peculo — 7/10
Ignacio Peculo contributed 8 carries for 17 metres and 5 tackles across 70 minutes, completing his work without a missed tackle or infringement. He showed clean hands and an organised defensive approach from start to early in the second half. A dependable, above-average outing before his replacement arrived.
Rhyno Herbst — 7/10
Rhyno Herbst was active for 68 minutes, recording 8 tackles and 11 carries for 19 metres without a missed tackle. He stayed disciplined throughout and provided a consistent presence in the forward exchanges. The tackle volume relative to his time on the field highlights a player who was consistently competitive at the breakdown.
Divan Rossouw — 7/10
Divan Rossouw produced the biggest carrying output of any Seawolves starter, covering 139 metres from 9 carries and adding 209 kick metres before departing at the 58-minute mark. He also made 2 dominant carries, though 3 missed tackles and an offload lost represent areas for improvement. The raw metres gained through contact were exceptional and earn him a good rating despite the defensive lapses.
Nolan Tuamoheloa — 7/10
Nolan Tuamoheloa worked for 58 minutes, posting 7 tackles and 4 carries for 12 metres without conceding any infringements or missed tackles. He was compact and effective in his defensive responsibilities throughout his time on the field. A clean, above-average showing in the tight phases.
Ezekiel Lindenmuth — 7/10
Ezekiel Lindenmuth opened the scoring in the 5th minute and contributed 5 points on the day from 5 carries for 3 metres and 3 tackles. Two offloads conceded as turnovers are a note of caution, but the early try set the tone for everything that followed at Starfire. His impact on the scoreboard in the game’s opening exchanges was decisive.
Sean McNulty — 6/10
Sean McNulty worked through 56 minutes, accumulating 12 carries for 14 metres, 6 tackles, and 42 kick metres. One missed tackle and a clean infringement sheet round out a workmanlike performance that kept him firmly at the average line. He carried the ball frequently and offered a reliable option through his stint.
Off the Bench
Liki Chan Tung came on for 24 minutes and contributed 7 carries for 5 metres, though one missed tackle was a minor concern in his limited time. Dewald Donald was effective in his 22-minute stint, making 4 tackles without a miss and carrying 4 times for 16 metres to add energy to the forward effort. Dorian Jones played 22 minutes and made 2 tackles in a tidy, low-volume appearance that did not disrupt the team’s momentum.
Nick Boyer contributed 3 tackles in 22 minutes, though one missed tackle featured in his stint. Mason Pedersen made an immediate defensive impact with 3 tackles in just 5 minutes, albeit with one miss, showing willingness to compete from the first whistle after coming on. Kalisi Moli rounded out the substitutes with 4 minutes on the field, his contribution in that window limited to presence rather than recorded statistics.
Seattle’s forward pack combined for 11 turnovers won across the starting XV, with Paddy Ryan’s 3 turnovers and Marno Redelinghuys’ 11 tackles from 80 minutes exemplifying the physicality that defined this 33-16 victory.
The Seawolves leave Week 2 with a statement win, built on a forward pack that dominated the breakdown, a kicking game that produced significant territorial advantage, and three well-taken tries spread across the match. With several players posting their first tracked statistics of the 2026 season, this performance establishes a meaningful baseline and signals a squad with the depth and ambition to build on a promising start at home.
