 A late attacking movement from the Steelers saw winger Alan McIndoe excitedly appeal for a try off a John Simon grubber kick but was denied by the in-goal touch judge.St George had held on to win 4-0 and ensure a Sydney club appeared in the grand final once again (this Sydney representation in grand finals would be maintained until 2006).In their fifth year of competition, Brisbane finally put together the right combination to reach the grand final.