Knockout competition another massive day for bush footy

Next Generation players Nathan Petuha, Tyran Morris, Hayden Mitchell and AJ Edwards in the thick of it with a strong tackle against their opponent during the Knockout round on Saturday. Photo Keren Barker

Rugby League

Rugby league is alive and well in Bourke, with 50 men proudly representing the shire at the Dubbo Waratahs Knockout this weekend. The Knockout is proving to be a highly anticipated football event, with huge crowd numbers and an increasing number of players and teams signing up for the competition.

This was the very first year the Bourke Warriors Next Generation sides took part, and they certainly had an impact.

From the younger players in their first big competition for Bourke to the seasoned Warriors, the two Bourke Next Generation teams made their hometown proud.

There were two Next Generation teams taking part in the Knockout on Saturday. Bourke Warriors Next Generation Gold played Perso’s Mob, coming away with a 16-10 win. […]

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