Abbey Field's speed seals Junee's centenary season flag
Junee's women's tackle team won 20-6 over Brothers in the grand final, with winger Abbey Field named player of the match.
Junee's centenary season climaxed with a women's tackle premiership victory after a controlled display against Brothers at Equex Centre. The Diesels won 20-6 after playing in every week of the finals series.
Winger Abbey Field turned the game with her pace, scoring twice and setting up the opening try in the second minute. Field had missed the first half of the year with a shoulder injury but showed her fitness made the difference.
Coach Emma Hickey praised Field's leadership and mindset throughout her recovery. The win capped a remarkable turnaround after Junee lost the major semi-final.
- Junee 20 Brothers 6
- Grand final score
- 2 scored and 1 assisted
- Abbey Field tries
- September 30
- Match date
- shoulder, missed first half
- Field's injury
Why it mattersWinning a premiership in a club's centenary year adds lasting significance to a milestone celebration.
AustraliaA regional New South Wales rugby league achievement, celebrated locally in Wagga.
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