‘Euphoria’: Tough times all worth it after Muddogs claim first Goulburn Murray men’s crown

Cover Photo: Britney McGinty/Outright Creative Solutions Tallon Smith There’s been multiple years in recess, heartbreaking losses and even a name change, but the journey was all worth it on Sunday afternoon when the Albury Muddogs secured their first men’s Goulburn Murray Premiership with a 26-24 victory over the Border Bears. After opening up a 20-6 half time lead at the Glenrowan Recreation Reserve on Sunday, … Continue reading ‘Euphoria’: Tough times all worth it after Muddogs claim first Goulburn Murray men’s crown

‘The job is not done’: Bears book place in first ever grand final with victory over Muddogs

Tallon Smith The Border Bears have booked their place in the club’s first Goulburn Murray Premiership grand final after defeating the Albury Muddogs 22-16 in a physical major semi final clash at the Corowa Airport Oval on Sunday. After opening up a 16-10 lead at the break through first half tries to Teofilo Teofilo, Lachlan Bishop and Tu Belolevu, the Bears maintained their six-point advantage … Continue reading ‘The job is not done’: Bears book place in first ever grand final with victory over Muddogs

Parker’s late try steals victory for Bears despite spirited fightback from Corowa

Tallon Smith The Border Bears remain in equal first place on the Goulburn Murray Premiership ladder after a late Blade Parker try sealed a 26-22 victory over the Corowa Cougars at Sarvaas Park on Sunday. Leading 20-6 after 48 minutes, a Corowa fightback saw the Bears fall behind in the closing stages, until an opportunity created by a Cam Miller offload saw the Bears steal … Continue reading Parker’s late try steals victory for Bears despite spirited fightback from Corowa

Wangaratta maintains hold on top spot with away victory over Tumbarumba

Tallon Smith After a loss and a draw in their last two starts, the Wangaratta Knights returned to the winners’ circle with a 24-8 victory over the Tumbarumba Greens at the Tumbarumba Showground on Sunday. A double to hooker Stephen Petersen accounted for two of Wangaratta’s five tries, as the Knights maintained their leadership of the competition after four rounds, although the side has played … Continue reading Wangaratta maintains hold on top spot with away victory over Tumbarumba

“Grit” the key as Bears bank second straight win with strong defensive display against Muddogs

Cover Photo: John Leonard Tallon Smith The Border Bears made it two in a row in the Goulburn Murray Premiership on Sunday with a 16-6 victory over the Albury Muddogs at the Corowa Airport Oval. After the sides headed into the break locked up at 6-all following tries to Border fullback Jayden Kitt and Muddogs centre Nathan Flanders, the Bears held the Albury side to … Continue reading “Grit” the key as Bears bank second straight win with strong defensive display against Muddogs

The Wrap Around: Albury Muddogs secure first up win at home, Bega Roosters and Dubbo CYMS remain unbeaten

Cover Photo: John Leonard Tallon Smith The Albury Muddogs have started the new Goulburn Murray Premiership season in the best possible fashion after defeating last year’s grand finalists Tumbarumba 50-6 in their opening round clash at Sarvaas Park on Sunday. Hooker Domenic Marzano starred with a hat-trick in his return to the club following a stint with Corowa, as the side ran in nine tries … Continue reading The Wrap Around: Albury Muddogs secure first up win at home, Bega Roosters and Dubbo CYMS remain unbeaten

Vakarau’s five-try effort lifts Wangaratta to victory over Corowa in Goulburn Murray season opener

Tallon Smith A remarkable five-try performance from five-eighth Sai Vakarau has lifted the Wangaratta Knights to a 32-14 victory over the Corowa Cougars in the Goulburn Murray Premiership season opener at Corowa on Sunday. Contesting their annual Anzac weekend match, Wangaratta overcame the early loss of coach Scott Miller to turn a 12-10 half time lead into an 18-point victory in front of a healthy … Continue reading Vakarau’s five-try effort lifts Wangaratta to victory over Corowa in Goulburn Murray season opener

Former West Wyalong star Miller reflects on defence force move and journey to Border Bears

Tallon Smith At the peak of his powers in Group 20, the decision to join the Defence Force in 2023 changed the course of Cam Miller’s footy career. After a successful stint of over a decade at West Wyalong, which included a hat-trick of reserve grade titles, the damaging front rower made the move to Wodonga to join the ADF, linking with Goulburn Murray Premiership … Continue reading Former West Wyalong star Miller reflects on defence force move and journey to Border Bears

Anzac clash between Corowa and Wangaratta set to open new Goulburn Murray season on Sunday 

Tallon Smith An Anzac weekend game between Corowa and Wangaratta this Sunday will kick off the new Goulburn Murray Premiership season after the draw was revealed last week. The standalone game at the Corowa Airfield will act as a round zero fixture, with all teams set to feature in round one a week later. The Corowa club will wear special Anzac jerseys for the clash … Continue reading Anzac clash between Corowa and Wangaratta set to open new Goulburn Murray season on Sunday