LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
The NZ Warriors secured a fourth straight victory in the NSW Cup, with a 34-20 win over the Western Suburbs Magpies.
The Warriors took an early lead through Luke Hanson and Sio Kali, followed by a try from Max Lilies for the Magpies.
Kurt Falls put the Magpies ahead with a well-placed chip for Izaac Tu'itupou to score.
The Warriors sealed their win with a late try from Vaka Aho.
The dominance of the Warriors was evident throughout the match as they controlled play and executed well in both attack and defense.
"The NZ Warriors have climbed to the top of the New South Wales Cup ladder with a dominant 34-20 triumph over the Western Suburbs Magpies at Campbelltown Sports Stadium on Sunday."
"The visitors got off to a hot start, breezing downfield off the back of a six-again and forcing a Magpies drop-out."
"West's opted for a short kick which found the turf and bounced into the path of Luke Hanson who tiptoed down the sideline and found Sio Kali on his inside to open the Warriors' account."
"Finding themselves back at the northern end after the Warriors' kick-off sailed over the dead-ball line, the home side found their first lead of the game as halfback Kurt Falls placed a dangerous chip towards the in-goal that was fielded and planted down by a flying Izaac Tu'itupou."
"In the dying moments of the clash, Tristan Hope played a classy short ball to Vaka Aho who crashed over for a Magpies consolation try, but the Warriors triumphed for an impressive 34-20 win."
Overall, the Warriors displayed a strong performance with effective attacking moves and solid defense, leading to their fourth consecutive victory.
Their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and maintain control of the game helped them secure the win and move to the top of the NSW Cup ladder.