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In a thrilling game that had fans on the edge of their seats, the Cronulla Sharks emerged victorious in the Harold Matthews Cup.

Callum Grantham, with nerves of steel, sealed the deal for his team with a clutch field goal at the death, securing a narrow 19-18 win over the Raiders.

This victory was a much-needed boost for the young Sharks, as it was their only junior reps victory in round three.

Despite trailing by 12 points early on, the boys in blue showed great determination and fought their way back into the game, displaying the heart of true champions.

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The Canberra Times

It might just be a trial but there's definitely a lot of positives to take from Canberra Raiders' 38-16 demolition of Parramatta in Sydney on Saturday.

Raiders fans couldn't hide their excitement on social media as an energised group of youngsters ran rings around the Eels, with an especially lethal five-try second half showcasing the Green Machine's bright future.

Questions over the key positions up for grabs were addressed as Kaeo Weekes looked the part at five-eighth, and Chevy Stewart seemed to emerge ahead of Xavier Savage in the fullback role.

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LeagueNews.co

With changes to the back five, the Eels sought to solidify their lineup in preparation for the upcoming season.

In a trial against the Raiders, their performance provided some insight into their capabilities.

One player who stood out was Kelma Tuilagi, making a strong case for a starting spot.

His athletic ability and agility allowed him to break through the Raiders' defense, showcasing why he should be a key player in the Eels' backline.

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