Group 9: Bulls building after winning streak extends to five games

By Tallon Smith They may have endured one of the toughest seasons in their 19-year history last year, but the South City Bulls have emerged as one of the teams to beat in the Group 9 competition in 2024. Through nine rounds of play, the Bulls sit in third place, going on a five game win streak after a draw with Young and two losses … Continue reading Group 9: Bulls building after winning streak extends to five games

Top of the table clash lives up to hype as Yenda and DPC play out all-time epic

By Tallon Smith The Darlington Point-Coleambally Roosters have assumed outright leadership of the Group 20 Rugby League competition after a nail biting 26-24 win over the Yenda Blueheelers at the Darlington Point Sportsground. Going into the top of the table clash, both teams were tied on 14 competition points for leadership of the competition. The Roosters burst out of the blocks the better of the … Continue reading Top of the table clash lives up to hype as Yenda and DPC play out all-time epic

Group 9: Blues bag Border battle with scintillating late try while Tigers topple Brothers at home

By Tallon Smith They may have left it late, but the Tumut Blues made their southern trip a worthwhile one, taking the two points with a 34-28 win over the Albury Thunder at Greenfield Park on Sunday afternoon. After a match that featured five lead changes before ending up 28-all late in the second half, the decisive moment came in the 77th minute as Tumut … Continue reading Group 9: Blues bag Border battle with scintillating late try while Tigers topple Brothers at home

Panthers pounce on top spot in PMP with win over Orange CYMS

Cover Photo Credit: Rodders Photos By Tallon Smith The Bathurst Panthers have moved to the top of the Peter McDonald Premiership ladder with a 20-14 win in the weekend’s top of the table clash against Group 10 rivals Orange CYMS at Wade Park. After winning their opening match in the NRL curtain-raiser at Carrington Park against Lithgow Workies, the Panthers lost to their cross-town rivals … Continue reading Panthers pounce on top spot in PMP with win over Orange CYMS

Group 20 Wrap: Instant classic at Exies as Griffith Derby ends in stalemate

By Tallon Smith The year’s first Griffith Derby ended in dramatic fashion with a tense 18-all draw in the cross-town showdown between the Griffith Waratah Tigers and the Griffith Black and Whites at the Exies Oval on Sunday afternoon. Hosting the match on the weekend which celebrated the club’s 60th anniversary, the Waratahs burst out of the blocks to lead 18-6 in the second half, … Continue reading Group 20 Wrap: Instant classic at Exies as Griffith Derby ends in stalemate

5-0 start to season a dream return for the Tumbarumba Greens

Cover Photo Credit: Jenna Adams By Tallon Smith The Tumbarumba Greens have retained leadership of the Goulburn Murray Premiership after a 30-10 win over previously undefeated newcomers the Shepparton Eagles to remain a perfect five from five this season. After spending four years on their deathbed in recess, the Greens have re-emerged as one of the hottest teams in country footy to start the 2024 … Continue reading 5-0 start to season a dream return for the Tumbarumba Greens

‘Naso’ leads Tigers out of recess and back to their field of dreams

By Tallon Smith After a year in recess and what many thought to be the end of the club, the Griffith Waratah Tigers have emerged from the shadows to re-enter the Group 20 Rugby League competition this season. Following the call in March last year to withdraw from all senior grades for the 2023 season, a small but passionate team of volunteers began planning on … Continue reading ‘Naso’ leads Tigers out of recess and back to their field of dreams

Moree Boars again leading the pack in Group 4

By Tallon Smith The Moree Boars are the talk of the rugby league community in the North West after again starting the season a perfect five from five heading into the competition’s general bye last weekend. As action came to a halt for the Tigers v Knights NRL game in the region, the Boars lead the First Grade ladder on 10 points, followed by Boggabri, … Continue reading Moree Boars again leading the pack in Group 4

Group 9: Brothers break 651-day drought to retain Rick Keast Shield in emotional scenes

By Tallon Smith The Wagga Brothers have washed away 651 days of pain with a comprehensive 42-8 win over the Junee Diesels at Laurie Daley Oval on Saturday afternoon. The win, which saw the Brothers retain the Rick Keast Shield, is their first since their 34-30 triumph in Round 13, 2022 over the South City Bulls on July 30 at McDonald’s Park. Brothers Coach Aaron … Continue reading Group 9: Brothers break 651-day drought to retain Rick Keast Shield in emotional scenes

Group 20: Sharks circling after second straight win against Waratahs

By Tallon Smith The Tullibigeal-Lakes United Sharks have won their second game in a row after earning a hard fought 18-10 victory over the Griffith Waratah Tigers at the Lake Cargelligo Recreation Ground on Sunday. The win sees the wooden spooners from last season move to equal fifth on the ladder after six rounds, behind West Wyalong and the Waratahs on points differential. Sharks skipper … Continue reading Group 20: Sharks circling after second straight win against Waratahs