Bulldogs bounce back: Cootamundra looking to return to Group 9 after five-year absence

By Tallon Smith One of Group 9’s most successful former clubs may be back on the paddock in 2025 after the Cootamundra Bulldogs signalled their intention to re-join the competition next year.  The club this morning announced that they have submitted an application to join the competition for next season, which will be heard at the competition’s AGM next month. Bulldogs President Stephen Howse confirmed … Continue reading Bulldogs bounce back: Cootamundra looking to return to Group 9 after five-year absence

Bring it back: The one thing past and present Group 9 and 20 stars want to return

Cover Photo: Group 9 Facebook (2014) By Tallon Smith It was once the jewel in the crown of Riverina Rugby League, but the prestigious Kelly Cup has been left off the calendar for the last two years, much to the disappointment of potential representative stars. The annual fixture between Groups 9 and 20, although dominated by the former in recent years, formed a crucial part … Continue reading Bring it back: The one thing past and present Group 9 and 20 stars want to return

Group 9: Cherrypickers end 33-year drought in instant classic Grand Final

By Tallon Smith The Young Cherrypickers may have had to do it the hard way, but the 2024 Minor Premiers converted their regular season crown into their first title since 1991 with a last-gasp 16-12 win over the Wagga Kangaroos in the Group 9 Grand Final at McDonald’s Park today. The best side all year, dropping just one game and drawing another, the Cherrypickers dominated … Continue reading Group 9: Cherrypickers end 33-year drought in instant classic Grand Final

Group 9 Grand Final Preview: Hear from both coaches and our celebrity tipsters ahead of the big game

By Tallon Smith The 2024 Group 9 First Grade title will go on the line this Sunday afternoon when the Wagga Kangaroos take on the Young Cherrypickers in a massive Grand Final clash at McDonald’s Park. With both clubs aiming to break lengthy premiership droughts (Young’s being 33 years dating back to their 1991 title win, and Kangaroos’ sitting at 15 years since their 2009 … Continue reading Group 9 Grand Final Preview: Hear from both coaches and our celebrity tipsters ahead of the big game

No jerseys, no worries as Kangaroos power past Temora into Group 9 Grand Final

By Peter (Parra) Montgomery Wagga Kangaroos are through to their second successive Group 9 Great Northern Grand Final following a comprehensive 24-4 win over Temora Dragons at Greenfield Park in Albury on Sunday. Playing in Albury colours after a kit mix-up saw them arrive at the match with no jerseys, the Kangaroos were unfazed as they booked a spot against the Young Cherrypickers in the … Continue reading No jerseys, no worries as Kangaroos power past Temora into Group 9 Grand Final

Roos ready to tackle Temora in Albury: Group 9 Preliminary Finals Preview

By Peter (Parra) Montgomery Greenfield Park Albury will play host to players, supporters, officials and spectators for Sunday’s Group 9 Preliminary Finals in what is sure to be a sensational day of Rugby League on the border. Seven of the nine first grade Clubs are involved in sudden death preliminary finals, vying for places in the premiership deciders to be played at McDonalds Park Wagga … Continue reading Roos ready to tackle Temora in Albury: Group 9 Preliminary Finals Preview

Group 9 Finals: Kangaroos too ‘Smart’ as Thunder Eliminated

By Peter (Parra) Montgomery Wagga Kangaroos played a ‘smart’ game to eliminate a brave Albury Thunder team from the Group 9 final series, coming from a 12-0 deficit to win the first semi-final to win 22-18 at McDonalds Park Wagga Wagga on Saturday. Last season’s Grand Finalists win was spearheaded by veteran half back James Smart who played a huge part in all four tries … Continue reading Group 9 Finals: Kangaroos too ‘Smart’ as Thunder Eliminated

Group 9 Finals: Top five sides to fight for the crown after gruelling regular season

By Tallon Smith After 18 rounds of jostling and jockeying for position, the top five places have been filled and fixtures set for week one of the 2024 Group 9 Finals series. The Young Cherrypickers, Temora Dragons, Gundagai Tigers, Wagga Kangaroos and Albury Thunder have separated themselves from the pack and now face a gruelling final month of rugby league to determine who emerges as … Continue reading Group 9 Finals: Top five sides to fight for the crown after gruelling regular season

Group 9: Thunder wrap up a finals spot against spirited Brothers outfit

By Peter (Parra) Montgomery The Albury Thunder first grade team wrapped up the fifth position in the Group 9 semi-finals, with a thumping 78-6 victory over Wagga Brothers at Greenfield Park on Saturday. The Thunder posted 14 tries in the match with Isaac Carpenter and Robert Meeks each crossing four times, with tough as teak centre Jackins Olam bagging a double. The Thunder went into … Continue reading Group 9: Thunder wrap up a finals spot against spirited Brothers outfit

Young out to get the jump on Kangaroos in clash of Group 9 titans

Cover Photo: Young Cherrypickers Facebook By Tallon Smith The Young Cherrypickers will face a massive test this weekend as they tackle last season’s runners-up the Wagga Kangaroos at home on Saturday afternoon. Sitting pretty atop the competition on 29 points, the ‘Pickers are just half a game clear of Temora in the race for the Minor Premiership, ironically the side they face in the last … Continue reading Young out to get the jump on Kangaroos in clash of Group 9 titans