Warren Pumas put to the test in win over Barbarians

The Barbarians in Brewarrina on Saturday – back l-r: Trevor Pamben, John Milgate (Team Manager), Phillip Kasua, Liam Bro, Shane Knight, Nick Jacky, Rory Finlayson, Sam Willoughby, Oliver Murray, Baden Barker, Mathew Simpson, Jason Morton. Front l-r: Charlie Bible, Colin Gibson, Nema Kikala, Braith Kelly, Foufusu Founuku, Billy Gilbert and Kaleb Cummins. Jamahl Smith in front. Photo Beverley Callow

Western Plains Rugby Union.

Story Tricia Duffield, and Beverley Callow. Photos Ian Cole

The Warren Pumas ground out a hard-earned 26–21 victory over the Bourke-Bre Barbarians at Brewarrina on Saturday afternoon in the match of the round.

The contest lived up to expectations, with momentum swings throughout. Warren finished with four tries and three conversions, while the Barbarians scored three converted tries.

The Barbarians were unable to capitalise on opportunities, something that proved the difference. Warren’s composure in tight situations saw them grind out an important win in a physical encounter. […]

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