Anthony Breeze SWIFTS have become outright favourites for the Rugby League Ipswich A-Grade title after an eventful round three. The Ipswich Jets and Fassifern also secured their first wins. What will Round 4 bring?
Saturday (6pm) - Norths v Swifts at North Ipswich NORTHS delivered a brave effort last weekend before falling to the Jets. Swifts turned on an awesome performance in demolishing Brothers. The Tigers will need to step up a few notches if they are to tame the Bluebirds. They will rely heavily on Ethan Page who was in great form last week. New half Lachlan Williamson must give some clean ball to his centres in Betteins and Lowe who are both powerful ball runners.
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Subscriber only BEING a former state touch football representative, Josh Leisemann developed a skilful passing game with a burst of speed. However, he also credits two decades in the Brothers Ipswich rugby league system for helping him secure his latest captaincy opportunity. Fresh from Brothers season-opening 36-0 shutout of Fassifern, five-eight Leisemann remains a proud clubman, happy to lead alongside 2019 grand final-winning skipper Wes Conlon. It s my first time as captain this year. I m pretty honoured, Leisemann, 27, said. The Ipswich born and bred footballer shared why he has remained loyal for more than 20 years. It s just the family vibe, the culture and its professionalism, he said.