Sons of NRL guns see Red in Waratahs trial
They starred for their Shute Shield clubs last season. Now things have got real for these Waratahs young guns – including two sons of NRL stars – in their trial against the Reds.
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Bankstown secure major cricket title
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Captain in control
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Get set for Festival of the Feet
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Aari off to the UK
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All power to Princess
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Tavares youngest in state to compete at Nationals
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53-year-old wrestler wins national title
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Bowler travels 800km each week for games
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