2019 is the second year Bennett has worn the Western Rams outfit, having played in the 17s development squad last year and now in the lineup for the under 18s side.

Having played every game for the green and white's in the lead up to the finals, Nick says he's keen to play on home soil.

"I have never been in a football team that has played in the grand final before so to be playing with the boys this weekend is really something new.

"This season has been totally different to what I have been used to, it's a lot more physical and the speed is a lot faster than the group 10 football I'm used to."

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On the back of a 22-12 win against the Parramatta Eels last weekend, Bennett says the side will stick to what has been the key to making the grand final to ensure a similar fate is sealed.

"The game plan is the same as it has been for the past eight weeks which seems to have paid off," Nick said.

The Rams will take on the Illawarra South Coast Dragons on Saturday from 11.30am at Glen Willow.

"A huge thanks to our coach Kurt Hancock and his coaching staff. I would also like to thank Country Rugby League, Western Rams and all of the other trainers, as well as the boys in the 18s team for helping us get to the grand final."

The under 16s Rams will also play in a grand final match against the Northern Rivers Titans for the Andrew Johns Cup.

"Good luck to the 16s Rams," Nick said.

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