In what could be a first in the history of the Grinsted Cup, trophy holders Cowra will surrender the luxury of playing at home this Sunday, having offered Forbes the hosting rights in an attempt to get a game.
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Forbes forfeited their challenge on Sunday, January 8 – due to a lack of numbers – but accepted Cowra’s offer ahead of this Sunday.
Cowra coach Matt Crawley explained the reasoning behind the decision.
“This time of year Forbes and a number of smaller towns traditionally struggle and some of their players couldn’t commit to travelling but Forbes could guarantee a game if we traveled,” he said.
“We’re trying to do something positive with the Cup and reinvigorate some interest. I don’t envisage us travelling every week if we keep it though.”
A number of players are unavailable, but dual Zone quicks Jacob McNaught and Tim Berry will lead Cowra’s hopes.
Cowra- Mick Curtale © , Tim Berry, Josh Carmody, Chris Day, Scott Gray, Peter Guthrie, Jacob McNaught, Jackson Moodie, Brendan Traves, Scott Wilson.
