Behind the Ruck

From the sheds… Gordon v Northern Suburbs

Post-match reaction from Northern Suburbs’ impressive 24-13 win over previously unbeaten ladder leaders Gordon at a vibrant Chatswood Oval, with Earl Va’a, Darren Coleman and Harry Burey.
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Shute Shield 2020: Hot Shots & Pie-Baggers – Post-round eight

With five rounds to play, who is leading the way in terms of points and tries in Shute Shield 2020?
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From the sheds… Western Sydney Two Blues v Penrith

Post-match reaction from Western Sydney Two Blues’ 36-29 derby win over Penrith under the lights at Lidcombe Oval, with Joel Rivers, John Muggleton and Riley Jacobson.
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‘Greece lightning’: Kagiassis a point of difference for Rebels

No-one has scored more points in the Shute Shield since he made his debut in 2016 than Christian Kagiassis. And another 24 last week in Souths last-gasp win over Warringah, was a timely reminder of the talents this sharpshooter brings to the table.
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From the sheds… West Harbour v Gordon

Post-match reaction from Gordon’s 24-12 win over West Harbour at Drummoyne Oval, with Darren Coleman, Mark Gudmunson and Jordan Goddard.
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From the sheds… Southern Districts v Randwick

Post-match reaction from Randwick’s impressive 34-5 win over the previously unbeaten Southern Districts at Forshaw Park – a victory that also saw them walk away with the Sir Roden Cutler Shield – with Ben McCormack, Todd Louden and David Horwitz.
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Wicks make a statement against disjointed Souths

Randwick continued their fine start to the 2020 Shute Shield last Saturday with a dominant 34-5 victory over the previously unbeaten Southern Districts at Forshaw Park, taking the Sir Roden Cutler Shield back to Coogee with them in the process.
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From the sheds… Warringah v West Harbour

Post-match reaction from Warringah’s bonus-point win over West Harbour at Rat Park, with Michael Ruthven, Mark Gudmunson and Sam Ward.
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‘The pride of them all?’: Jack Margin on the Highlanders revival – Part 2

With the horrors of 2018 behind them and a new coach at the helm, Gordon set about reversing their fortunes last season for a shot at the finals. They just missed out, but their form in 2020 has lock Jack Margin excited about the future as he continues his tale of their incredible turnaround…
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‘A Gordon for me’: Jack Margin on the Highlanders revival – Part 1

Gordon’s 52-7 defeat of Warringah last weekend was a landmark victory for a club on the rise, but even more remarkable when you consider they had lost 83-14 to the same team just two years ago. Lock Jack Margin charts the incredible turnaround taking place at Chatswood Oval…
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From the sheds… Eastern Suburbs v Eastwood

Posted on August 12, 2020 by Paul Cook Leave a comment

Post-match reaction from Eastwood’s narrow win over Eastern Suburbs at Woollahra Oval, with Ben Batger, Pauli Taumoepeau and Tom Murphy.

Club Rugby

National club comp a possibility as Rugby AU unveil broadcast package

Posted on August 10, 2020 by Paul Cook Leave a comment

A national club competition between the leading lights of clubland around Australia has been touted as part of an exciting rights package proposal revealed by Rugby AU today, as they look to establish a new agreement with prospective broadcasters.