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Lion Red Gisborne East Coast v N Z Maori's.
A gutsy effort against a classy opposition was matched tackle for tackle in a fast game of Rugby League at the Awapuni Stadium. Both teams played with enthuisiasm with the Gisborne Team showing a spirited competiveness on their home ground.
Lion Red Gisborne East Coast Rugby league Team Front left to right; Tama Hoapu, Mark Campbell, Tony Ngaimu, Johnny Matenga, Burt Albert [Manager] Pepe Tai, Anaru Moke, Ceazor Ngamoki, Dave Ahu [N Z Maori Selector] Pat Smith [Coach] Sam Herbert, Mark Grace, Mike Reardin, Butch Tuhou, Teece Smith, John Kora Jnr, Mike Henry, Ritchie Tuari, Bernie Biddle.
Ben Parata tries to get around the outside but the cover defense has him covered.
Walter Patuwai, of the Paikea Whalers with the half time score.