Titans returnees give Seagulls lift

Centre Olive did a fine job marking up on dangerous Pride speedster Gideon GelaMosby.

Skipper Sam Meskell, who played his 50th Queensland Cup game in Tweed colours, said: “They had a good battle all night and John shut him down fairly well which was good for his confidence”.

Coach Aaron Zimmerle said NRL veteran Pettybourne brought an immense calming influence and particularly helped talented forwards Kurt Bernard, Carne Doyle-Manga and players’ player Ben Nakubuwai rise to a new level.

Pride pivot Jordan BiondiOdo scored the hosts’ sole try in the fourth minute, while winger Peter Lee crossed in the corner for Tweed moments after half-time.

“It’s a good reminder that we’re not a bad footy side, we’ve just put in a few ordinary performances,” hooker Meskell said.

“We spoke after the game that we have to put in that effort every week to compete.

“It’s not going to get any easier but it’s a good starting point.”