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Narellan recorded their first win of the season as Thirlmere claimed the outright lead in Group 6 Rugby League during Round 7 on the weekend.
Oakdale posted a solid win over South West Goannas, while Mittagong kept their place in the Top Five as the First Grade competition approaches halfway.
On Saturday night, Oakdale did enough to defeat South West Goannas 74-12 at Onslow Oval in cold conditions, but the scoreline doesn't reflect the game played.
Oakdale were always in control of the match against the Goannas, but the home side ensured the Workers were made to earn the victory.
The Oakdale left side attack was damaging, with centre Addison Demetriou causing all sorts of havoc for the Goannas defence, scoring a double in the process.
Mitchell Brasington directed traffic nicely from five eighth, and had a good night with his kicking boots as well, kicking 10 goals from 11 attempts for a personal tally of 20 points.
The Goannas have been improving during the season, posting a season-high 12 points to their name in their loss, and proving to be more than a handful for the Workers side.
On Sunday, in better but cooler conditions, Thirlmere hosted Camden in a battle for top spot at Thirlmere Sportsground. Thirlmere suffered a blow with Jacob Loko being a late withdrawal from the Roosters' side, but this didn't seem to hurt their style of play.
Hayden Sutton scored a first half double for the Roosters, but Camden winger Jay Kirk's first half pair ensured the Rams were within touching distance at halftime, as they trailed 22-18 at the main break.
The second half was akin to the first half, with neither side giving away too much in defence, as two of the competition heavyweights traded blows on the field in the fight for top spot.
Thirlmere's two tries to one in the second half saw them come away with a 36-24 win over the Rams, but the visitors will know they have been in a contest and are well within reach of the Roosters as the mid-season point approaches.
Thirlmere's halves of Damon New and Dayne Craig led the side nicely around the park, with props Matt Scott and Kye Madden laying a platform for the halves to work their skills.
Camden's halves in Jarrod Brackenhofer and Brad Speechley certainly matched their opponents, with the Camden pack, led by Bailey Dickinson and Ben Powers, keeping pace with the Roosters.
Both clubs will know they can improve on Sunday's performance, with Jake Mullaney and Brackenhofer both having areas for work.
The other Round 7 results saw Mittagong defeat The Oaks 28-12 at Dudley Chesham Oval, while the Narellan Jets are celebrating their first win of the season under captain/coach Peni Terepo, following a high-scoring 36-32 win over Picton at Crane Oval on Sunday.
Round 7 Results
Oakdale Workers 74 def. South West Goannas 12
Thirlmere Roosters 36 def. Camden Rams 24
Mittagong Lions 34 def. The Oaks Tigers 12
Narellan Jets 36 def. Picton Magpies 32
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