SPOTTED: Sevens fans from around the state descend on Roma
Seventh annual Santos Roma Rugby 7s held on Saturday saw Roma locals mix with fans, friends and family from all over
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ISLAND Breeze were the team to beat on Saturday, as teams from Roma and beyond packed a full day of sevens action at Gallas Fox park.
Teams from Roma, St George, Augathella, Condamine, Rockhampton, Toowoomba, Brisbane and beyond donned their jerseys with pride in a great show of bush football.
While there was plenty of action on the field, there was lots of fun to be had on the sidelines. The Western Star managed to snap a few pictures, make sure you pick up Tuesday's edition for full coverage.
Originally published as SPOTTED: Sevens fans from around the state descend on Roma
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