LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The latest Rugby League news from sharks.com.au reveals that the Newtown Jets have soared into the top three after a convincing win over the Penrith Panthers.
The Knock-On Effect NSW Cup Round 16 action kicks off on Saturday 22 June with a triple-header live on NSWRL TV.
The day starts with the Warriors taking on the St George Illawarra Dragons at 10am AEST at North Harbour Stadium.
Following that, the Penrith Panthers clash with the Newtown Jets at 2pm at BlueBet Stadium, and the Parramatta Eels face off against the Canberra Raiders at 3pm at Eric Tweedale Stadium.
On Sunday, the Western Suburbs Magpies battle the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs at 1.35pm at Campbelltown Sports Stadium, while the North Sydney Bears, sitting at the top of the table, enjoy a bye in Round 16.
The match between the Panthers and Jets was a nail-biter in the first half, with the visitors holding a slim 4-0 lead at halftime.
However, an impressive try from the Warriors early in the second half signaled a shift in momentum, as they went on to score three unanswered tries and secure the win.
Young half, Lyhkan King-Togia, continued to impress at The Knock-On Effect NSW Cup level with a standout performance on both ends of the field.
Meanwhile, Jackson Shereb came up big for the Dragons, making a crucial play to relieve pressure and keep his team in the game.
As the Panthers searched for their first points, Fa'amanu Brown was held up over the line, thwarting their early scoring opportunities.
In the end, the Jets' strong second half performance sealed the victory and propelled them into the top three of the standings.