Reef Raiders notch ‘first win in a long time’

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THE Port Douglas Reef Raiders rugby union team have recorded their first win of the season when they came from behind in the dying seconds to defeat Cairns Brothers 34-32 in a 10-a-side match on Saturday at the sports complex. 

Trailing 32-29 with time running out, the Raiders forced their way over at a lineout at the corner to edge home by the two points. 

Although a win is a win, the Raiders have two reasons to thank the Brothers – the Cairns-based team first conceded home ground advantage to play in Port Douglas; and when the Raiders had a number of late withdrawals, they agreed to a 10-a-side game.

“Besides the inspirational result and our first win in a long time, we owe Brothers a big thank you for their sportsmanship,” said Raiders president Don Murday.

Reef Raiders players pounce on an opponent at the Port Douglas Sporting Complex. IMAGE: Supplied.

“Unfortunately there were player withdrawals at the last minute and if and when this occurs, we don’t have players to fall back on.

“This means our on-going recruitment drive is as important as ever and I am again encouraging anyone interested in playing for the Raiders to attend our practice sessions on Tuesday and Thursday,” said Murday.

Murday said the win could not have come at a better time. “We had an excellent crowd who were treated to a spirited game and the result has provided the club with much-needed confidence. I am also expecting a larger crowd this Saturday,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Raiders will have the services of flanker Jack Murday for this weekend’s clash against Wanderers.   


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