Behind the Ruck

Colin Caird Shield Final: Uni see off Easts in points bonanza

Sydney University claimed back-to-back 2nd Grade Premierships in style, seeing off a gallant Eastern Suburbs 43-27 to retain the Colin Caird Shield in testing conditions that saw four seasons in 80 minutes.
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JR Henderson Shield Final: Gordon defend title in thriller

Having waited 10 long years for a piece of silverware Gordon have gone back-to-back in 3rd Grade, lifting the JR Henderson Shield for the second year in a row after defending their title in another close battle against Sydney University, eventually running out 29-24 winners.
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JR Henderson Cup Final: Clinical Wicks edge out Gordon

Randwick’s 4th Grade side were proof positive that grand finals are a different beast, turning around a 41-0 loss to Minor Premiers Gordon back in round 8 to edge home 15-13 against the Highlanders when it mattered, and claim a popular JR Henderson Cup victory at Forshaw Rugby Park.
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Grand Final Key Match-Up – Harrison Goddard vs Matt Gonzalez

Our final key match-up for this afternoon’s Shute Shield grand final is one of the most mouthwatering across the park – the halves battle between Gordon’s Harrison Goddard and Eastwood’s Matt Gonzalez.
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Grand Final Key Match-Up: Mark Nawaqanitawase vs Brandon Quinn

If you’re looking for excitement machines to light up this afternoon’s Shute Shield grand final, look no further than Eastwood’s Mark Nawaqanitawase and Gordon’s Brandon Quinn.
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Grand Final Key Match-Up – Jack Margin vs Tim Anstee

The first of our key match-ups ahead of tomorrow’s fascinating Shute Shield decider will be fought out in the second row, with Gordon’s Jack Margin and Eastwood’s Tim Anstee fighting for dominance at the lineout – an area that could be particularly crucial if the predictions of rain bear fruit – whilst offering plenty around the park.
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The Final Word: Exclusive GF preview by Mark Gudmunson

Expert analysis on the title decider from West Harbour head coach Mark Gudmunson.
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2020 Shute Shield GF: Meet the Teams – Gordon

Gordon head coach Darren Coleman takes us through his 23 man squad for Saturday’s Shute Shield grand final showdown against Eastwood…
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2020 Colin Caird Shield GF: Meet the teams – Sydney University

Sydney University props Tom Osborne and Charlie Hancock (with thanks to captain Josh Schwager) take us through the Students’ 23-man matchday squad for Saturday’s Colin Caird Shield
grand final showdown against Eastern Suburbs…
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2020 Shute Shield GF: Meet the Teams – Eastwood

Eastwood head coach Ben Batger takes us through his 23-man squad for Saturday’s Shute Shield grand final showdown against Gordon…
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2020 Colin Caird Shield GF: Meet the Teams – Eastern Suburbs

Posted on October 29, 2020 by Paul Cook One comment

Eastern Suburbs 2nd Grade captain Nathan Brennan takes us through his matchday squad for Saturday’s Colin Caird Shield grand final showdown against Sydney University…

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Finals Fever: Abrasive Silk a homespun success story

Posted on October 24, 2020 by Paul Cook Leave a comment

“He couldn’t be further from that potential stereotype of a white private school kid that’s had everything laid on for him. He’s an amazing competitor, he’s genuinely tough, and he’s got a bit of s**t about him.
He’s the complete package.”

Gordon head coach Darren Coleman on talented young enforcer Tom Silk

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Finals Fever: Winner Woolf still hungry for Beasties success

Posted on October 24, 2020 by Paul Cook Leave a comment

Eastern Suburbs head into this afternoon’s semi-final clash with Gordon looking to chase down history. And in Richie Woolf, they have a player on deck with bags of finals experience and a winning mentality.

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