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Rockhampton Brothers made a statement in their first game of the 2021 Rockhampton Rugby League season, rolling minor premiers Yeppoon on Sunday afternoon.
The Brethren struck early, crossing for the first of their five tries in the ninth minute, and went on to record a 26-20 win at Victoria Park.
Five-eighth David Munns played a starring role, finishing with 14 points after scoring two tries and landing three conversions.
Coach Scott Munns said it was a great way to start the season after his team had the bye in last weekâs opening round.
However, the victory came at a cost with several players injured, including skipper Lachlan Campbell who was sidelined just 10 minutes in with a rib injury.
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Gladstone Brothers are celebrating after lifting the Denis White/Paul Smith Cup for the first time.
They scored a 22-20 win over their Rockhampton namesake in their annual pre-season clash, played at Rockhamptonâs Victoria Park on Saturday night.
A post on the clubâs Facebook page described it as one of the âproudest moments for Gladstone Brothersâ.
It was made all the more special given that Paul Smith, after whom the trophy is named, was there to witness it.
The stage was set for an epic second half after the teams were locked at 4-all at the break.