LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
The Raiders have hit a rough patch as they faced off against the Roosters in both the NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg over the weekend.
The boys in green are aiming to bounce back and hit their stride just in time for the first round of finals.
In the Jersey Flegg Cup clash, the Raiders came up short with a 40-22 loss to the Roosters on a sunny Sunday afternoon.
Kane Rushton, the Raiders' winger, showed some early promise by scoring a double, but the team trailed 18-12 at halftime.
Unfortunately, the Roosters dominated the second half, leaving the Raiders in their wake with a strong 40-22 victory.
Despite facing some key injuries throughout the match, the Raiders fought hard but ultimately couldn't secure the win.
They can now regroup and prepare during the bye week leading up to the finals.
Finishing at the top spot for the 2024 regular season, the Raiders now eagerly await to see who their opponent will be in the upcoming finals showdown.
It's time for the boys to dig deep, rally together, and show their true colors on the field.