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Regular Contributors: John Fitzgerald - Woodbridge Cup/Group 10, Bryson Luff - Castlereagh League, Jamie Parsons - Western Riverina Community Cup, Peter "Parra" Montgomery - Group 9
Woodbridge

Blayney, Trundle and Cargo lead the way in the Woodbridge Cup

Photo: Blayney Bears Facebook John Fitzgerald Unbeaten sides Blayney, Trundle and Cargo retain equal share of the leadership in the Woodbridge Cup competition after wins in round three. Blayney had just a two-point win over Cowra, but Cargo and Trundle had easy wins, and the three clubs’ wins kept last year’s grand finalists Oberon and Manildra in equal fourth place on the ladder. Oberon had … Continue reading Blayney, Trundle and Cargo lead the way in the Woodbridge Cup

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Western Riverina

Preview: Ivanhoe set to host opening round of Proten Cup this weekend

Jamie Parsons The Proten Cup’s eighth season begins at Ivanhoe once again this year, with the competition back to six games for both men’s and women’s competitions. After missing the knockout, defending premiers Barellan will have their first hit-out for the season in both grades, coming up against Deniliquin in the early games. Rankins Springs’ men’s side will also return to the field for the … Continue reading Preview: Ivanhoe set to host opening round of Proten Cup this weekend

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Castlereagh League

Dunedoo claims both cups after handing Coolah first loss at home in three years

Bryson Luff The Dunedoo Swans made the short trip to Coolah to take on the Coolah Roos in round five of the Christie and Hood Castlereagh League competition and they returned home with both the Jessica Skinner Challenge Cup and the Boronia Cup in what was a great day for the green and whites. The Swannettes led the way in the league tag clash, laying … Continue reading Dunedoo claims both cups after handing Coolah first loss at home in three years

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Western Riverina

Big result for Bluebirds as Hillston claims Proten Knockout Crown

Jamie Parsons Hillston has won its first Proten Cup silverware since 2018, taking out the pre-season knockout with an impressive three victories while conceding no tries. The Bluebirds were the first winners of the knockout and have now added to their tally with an 18-0 win over Ivanhoe in the final, after accounting for Deniliquin 26-0 and Goolgowi 6-2 in the pool stage. In the … Continue reading Big result for Bluebirds as Hillston claims Proten Knockout Crown

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Western Riverina

Proten Cup rep side falls to Group 7 Regan Cup team in clash at Grenfell

Jamie Parsons The Proten Cup men’s representative side played their first game since 2019 on Saturday against Group 7’s second division Regan Cup team. Despite a few players pulling out before the game the team travelled to Grenfell with a full 18-player team. The game was played under full international rules with 35 minute halves, 5-man bench with unlimited changes. Regan Cup started with spreading … Continue reading Proten Cup rep side falls to Group 7 Regan Cup team in clash at Grenfell

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Castlereagh League

Castlereagh Column: Coonabarabran pips Narromine in 14-try shooutout, Cobar powers past Gilgandra

Bryson Luff The Coonabarabran Unicorns edged out the Narromine Jets 40-34 in the Christie and Hood Castlereagh League round four match of the round played at Narromine’s Cale Oval on Saturday. Spectators were treated to 14 tries being scored in what was an enthralling game with both sides crossing seven times. Unicorns second rower Jordan Baker dominated his side’s scoresheet, going over no less than … Continue reading Castlereagh Column: Coonabarabran pips Narromine in 14-try shooutout, Cobar powers past Gilgandra

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Woodbridge

Back at the old ground one more time, newly minted arch-rivals Oberon and Manildra produce all-time classic

John Fitzgerald Oberon and former champions Manildra are new arch enemies after the Rhinos’ strong showing against last year’s premiers, and Sunday’s the 22-all scoreline a fitting result to their latest contest. The Tigers were expecting to play their first game at their new ground in a re-match of last year’s grand final, but were disappointed when the new sports field wasn’t ready for play, … Continue reading Back at the old ground one more time, newly minted arch-rivals Oberon and Manildra produce all-time classic

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Castlereagh League

Castlereagh Column: Cobar leads the way through three rounds, Gulgong defeats Gilgandra

Cover Photo: Col Boyd Photography Bryson Luff After just three rounds the Cobar Roosters sit alone and on top of the Christie and Hood Castlereagh League competition ladder after a thrilling and hard-fought win over the Coonabarabran Unicorns in a match of the round that lived up to its pre-game hype! The two teams were both undefeated going into the game, but the Roosters prevailed … Continue reading Castlereagh Column: Cobar leads the way through three rounds, Gulgong defeats Gilgandra

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Castlereagh League

Castlereagh Column: Gulargambone claims inaugural Community Cup with comfortable win over Walgett

Bryson Luff The Gulargambone Galahs proved to be too strong for the Walgett Dragons in the Castlereagh Community Cup grand final played at Gulargambone before a good crowd onSunday afternoon. With a strong breeze behind them in the first half the Galahs wasted no time in putting it to good use with a long kick downfield giving them great field position and in the third … Continue reading Castlereagh Column: Gulargambone claims inaugural Community Cup with comfortable win over Walgett

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Woodbridge

Woodbridge Wrap: Oberon opens premiership defence with victory over Cowra

John Fitzgerald The Oberon Tigers began the defence of their Woodbridge Cup title with a 28-16 win over Cowra in their first round clash played in Cowra on Sunday. In a re-match of last year’s contest at Sid Kallas Oval won 14-8 by the Magpies, the Tigers reversed that result to show their intent to dominate from their very first game. Former Blackheath premiership winner … Continue reading Woodbridge Wrap: Oberon opens premiership defence with victory over Cowra

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