After months of uncertainty, Mudgee Junior Rugby League (MJRL) are days out from marching on in to their second run of the eight week season.
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The Mudgee Guardian have worked with MJRL to profile some players who were ever so looking forward to getting back on the field.
This is the third of multiple features to be released each week.
Joey Annetts - under 15s
Are you excited to be playing rugby league?
Yeah, very excited to be back.
Were you worried that you wouldn't be able to play this year?
Extremely worried, it wasn't looking good for a while there.
What is your favourite thing about rugby league?
The mateship and comradery with my teammates.
Angus Kelly - under 7s
Are you excited to be playing rugby league?
I'm really excited to play again. I can't wait!!
Were you worried that you wouldn't be able to play this year?
Yes, really worried. I woke up every day wondering if I would play football this year.
What is your favourite thing about rugby league?
I love getting fit, tackling, scoring tries and playing football with my friends.
Darcy Smith - under 14s
Are you excited to be playing rugby league?
Yes, I'm excited to be back on the field.
Were you worried that you wouldn't be able to play this year?
Yes, it was a worry not being able to run onto the field this year.
What is your favourite thing about rugby league?
My favourite thing is the social connection between your team.
- Is there a junior athlete you would like to see the Mudgee Guardian profile? Send us an email.
Jay-Anna Sleeman
Reporter for the Western Advocate. First began as a sports journalist with ACM in 2018 before moving on to cover news and court.
Reporter for the Western Advocate. First began as a sports journalist with ACM in 2018 before moving on to cover news and court.
