The encounter between Swifts and Brothers was called off 13 minutes before the regular finishing time after Bluebirds frontrower Luke O’Doherty was unable to move.
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Subscriber only AS Swifts celebrated like they d just won a grand final, their player of the match had his own reason for being delighted. Flying Fijian winger Ratunaisa Vatuinaruku enjoyed a near perfect performance in Swifts stunning 52-18 A-Grade victory over Brothers at Purga. Vatuinaruku booted eight goals from nine attempts and scored a first-half try as the Bluebirds raced to a 24-6 halftime advantage before continuing to outclass the 2019 premiers after the break. It was a big win for me and for my kids, Vatuinaruku said, typifying the fine family spirit at Swifts Rugby League Club.
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Subscriber only REFRESHED from a year away from footy, Robbie Carr knows that can be a double-edged sword for his players. Some people may be tempted not to return after pursuing other sports or taking time off. However, the Swifts club president is confident the Wayne Finch factor and loyalty to the Bluebirds will ensure a smooth return to this year s Rugby League Ipswich competition. Swifts teams sat out last year s Volunteers Cup competition involving three Ipswich and three Toowoomba sides. Although some Swifts players ventured to Brisbane rugby, Carr said the early signs were positive on Tuesday and Thursday training nights at Purga.