LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The North Queensland Cowboys are set to take on the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on Thursday night.
This match is not just about securing two points, as the prestigious Paul Green Medal will also be up for grabs.
The winning team's coach will have the honor of selecting the Paul Green Medal winner, who will be presented with the award on the field after the game.
Adding to the excitement, Green's son Jed will lead the Cowboys onto the field, while his daughter Emerson will lead the Sharks out.
Fans who arrive early will be treated to a showcase of North Queensland's finest young rugby league talent.
St Patrick's College, Mackay will face off against Kirwan State High in the Aaron Payne Cup, with up to 14 Cowboys contracted players participating in the game.
Among them are promising players such as Jaxon Purdue and Xavier Kerrisk from St Pats, as well as Kaiden Lahrs and Tavita Penaia Te'o from Kirwan.
The Cowboys have a long history with the Sharks, having faced off against them 54 times since 1995.
This makes them the team's second most frequent opponent, just behind the Broncos with 60 meetings.
However, the Cowboys have struggled against the Sharks in recent times, having only won one of their last 10 encounters dating back to 2018.
Thursday night's clash promises to be an exciting and competitive match, with both teams vying for victory and the chance to secure the prestigious Paul Green Medal.
Fans can expect to witness some thrilling rugby league action as the Cowboys and Sharks battle it out on the field.