Erl’s Ruck & Roll

27/05/2026

🚨 **BIG Things Happening in Mudgee Rugby 🏉😏** 🚨

Ever since those fancy **Sydney Shute Shield** sides rolled into the **Big W Wombats Burrow**, something has changed around the club…

Confidence is up.
Chest puffing is up.
And somehow… the Colts have finally broken through for their first win of the season 😂👏

Coincidence? ERL thinks not.

Colts sitting in 6th on the table - put a few wins together now boys

Because leading the charge in the famous #1 jersey is none other than newly crowned NSW Country Under 18 representative — Oskar Sander 🔥

“Some say the Colts improved through hard work and persistence…”

“Others believe Oskar simply decided losing was no longer part of the plan.” 😏

Rumours out of training suggest:

* scrum machines have requested lighter sessions
* opposition props are reviewing career options
* and Colts players suddenly believe they’re finals contenders again 😂

“The young Wombats aren’t just competing anymore… they’re starting to swagger.”

And honestly? About time.

Huge congratulations to Oskar on the NSW Country honours 👏
Massive achievement for the club, the team, and country rugby in Mudgee.

Now the real challenge begins…

Trying to keep his head small enough to still fit through the Burrow gates 😅

So to summarise:
✔️ Colts now officially dangerous after breaking through
✔️ Women’s team carrying club prestige
✔️ 2s causing emotional damage weekly
✔️ 1s building nicely

16/05/2026

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Gordon Rugby - The Highlanders

🚨 **Welcome to Big W Wombats Burrow 🏉😏** 🚨

Where the rugby is unpredictable, the analysis is unqualified, and the group chat has already selected next week’s team by halftime 😂

Big day ahead at the Burrow, with local legends, travelling superstars, and at least three blokes playing through injuries they definitely made worse mowing the lawn yesterday.

Around the ground today you’ll spot:

* a winger touching the ball twice and requesting man of the match
* a front rower needing a breather during the warm-up
* someone arguing with the referee despite not knowing the rules
* and one veteran saying “back in my day” before every set piece 😏

Meanwhile:
✔️ The women’s team continues carrying club standards
✔️ Colts are one confidence boost away from becoming dangerous (get a well earned BYE this weekend)
✔️ Second Grade remains rugby’s greatest social experiment
✔️ First Grade pretending they don’t read ERL posts (they do) 😂

“If confidence won games, we’d be undefeated.”

“Some blokes train all week just to cramp 15 minutes in.”

And remember — every missed tackle becomes slower in the retelling, every winning try gets longer, and every referee decision is reviewed by experts at the bar immediately after full-time 🍻

👉 Follow the page for:

* ruthless match reports
* fake insider leaks
* selective journalism
* and player nicknames that unfortunately stick forever

The rugby starts today.
The rumours started Tuesday.

11/05/2026

**Dubbo Away Trip – Mission Accomplished 😏🏉**

The **Wombats** rolled into **Dubbo** on the weekend… and left with a pretty handy reminder for the **Rhinos** about how our game is played.

**Colts** — **Dubbo 19–15**
Another gutsy effort from the young fellas. They’re close. Very close. Just need that one confidence-building win to get the season rolling.

“The engine’s there… just waiting for the ignition.”

**Second Grade** — **Mudgee 33–32**
Now that was theatre.

Try **on full-time** to pinch it and absolutely ruin Dubbo’s afternoon. One minute the home crowd was smiling… next minute there was a lot of staring at the grass. 😂

“That’s not stealing one… that’s daylight robbery with witnesses.”

“Nothing says away trip like scoring after the siren and getting very quiet handshakes.”

Witnesses say the home crowd went from confident to silent in about four seconds.

The scorer was later seen leaving the ground with:

one ball tucked under the arm
a grin that couldn’t be hidden
and several teammates immediately claiming they “created the space” 😏

**First Grade** — **Mudgee 39–29**
Polished. Composed. Efficient.

A proper job done. No drama, no panic, just a steady reminder that the road trip wasn’t for sightseeing.

“The Rhinos charged. The Wombats just kept digging.”

So overall:

* **Colts** — knocking on the door
* **Second Grade** — heartbreak merchants (for the opposition)
* **First Grade** — business class rugby

Safe trip home, a few sore bodies, and no doubt the winning try in 2s has already improved by about 15 metres in the retelling at the bar 🍻

09/05/2026

It took some internet sleuthing - but ive found it! LINK TO TODAYS GAMES:

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Join at this link on May 9, at 12:15 PM (Australia/Sydney time) to watch live.

05/05/2026

I think my favourite colour will have to remain White, just to retain some neutrality

🏉 **Mudgee Junior Rugby – Red v Blue, Local Derby Edition** 🏉

Last weekend was a full local affair with **Red** and **Blue** going head-to-head in the **Under 12s, Under 14s and Under 16s**. Same club, same mates, same parents on the sideline… but one colour definitely went home chirpier 😏

Safe to say… **Blue won the day.** 💙

Which naturally raises the big question: **what makes Blue stronger than Red?**

Current theories under investigation:

* Better recovery nutrition (blue sports drinks definitely involved)
* Superior playlist control in the car on the way to the ground 🎵
* Less arguing over who forgot the mouthguard
* Slightly more listening, slightly less sideline coaching from Dad 😂

“The Reds were brave. The Blues were just a bit busier.”

“Nothing builds character quite like tackling your schoolmate in front of his mum.”

“Training this week should be interesting — especially at the water bottles.”

Best part of the day? It was all **Mudgee juniors** — local kids pushing each other, having a crack, and making both sides better.

The **Blues** have the bragging rights for now… but the **Reds** have had all week to hear about it.

And that usually makes for a pretty lively next round 👀

28/04/2026

🚨 BREAKING: Corporate Giants Circle the Wombats Burrow 💰🏉 🚨

Not to be outdone by "that other stadium at Glen Willow Sports Field Mudgee" - whispers are abound that Mudgee Rugby Union Club is looking to secure its own naming rights sponsorship deal for The Burrow.

With bids flying in left, right and slightly off target… the naming rights for the Wombats Burrow have officially gone big time 😏

After strong interest from Silly Solleys and the Western Plains Zoo, a new wave of heavyweight sponsors has entered the chat…

💼 Late Big-Name Bidders

Big W Wombats Burrow 🛒

(seems appropriate - who ever knew the W in Big W actually refers to a Wombat?)

“Affordable, reliable… and occasionally out of stock when you need it most.”

Let’s break down the synergy:

Big on value 🤝 Big on effort

Everything under one roof 🤝 Every position covered (eventually)
Need a prop? A winger? A bloke who said he could play 9? We’ve got options

Open late 🤝 Still going well after full-time 🍻

Performance may vary, but commitment to staying on is elite

Seasonal specials 🤝 Form comes and goes

Some weeks full price, some weeks clearance rack

Unexpected finds 🤝 Random brilliance

You go in for one thing… leave with three tries and a yellow card

“You don’t go to Big W expecting luxury… you go for reliability. Same as the Wombats.”

“Not always pretty… but it gets the job done.”

“And every now and then, you walk away thinking — that was actually a bargain.”

Deal not signed yet… but spiritually?

Already locked in 💼😂

“We’re looking for a partner that reflects our performance — moments of brilliance surrounded by confusion.”

“Serious offers only… or at least entertaining ones.”

Decision expected soon… or whenever someone actually reads the emails.

20/04/2026

Wombat(s) of the week:

Mudgee Wombats North Cup Womens XVs

- ladder leaders after two rounds and clearly holding up the rest of our Mudgee Rugby Union Club

A few apparent quotes from the try scorers as Coach Ben Gregory was unavailable for comments (last seen writing on a coaster some instructions for the other grades "just score more points than them"

The Magpies arrived confident. They left Googling “how to stop a Wombat.”

Turbo Tavita:
“Yeah, felt good. Legs were working. That helps.”

Breaking Newsome:
“Just reporting the facts: Wombats score tries. A lot of them.”

Red‑Zone Ryan:
“I don’t leave the 22. It’s warm there.”

The God‑Try:
“Blessings.”

and don't forget Eliza Waring-Bryant getting a few between the sticks

The Equal Liza:

“Look, I don’t overthink it. The try‑scorers do their little victory laps, the crowd loses its mind, and then everyone remembers: someone’s gotta actually finish the job. That’s me. I stroll in, line it up, and send the ball on a guided tour between the posts. Two points. No fuss. No drama. Just Wombat admin.”

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19/04/2026

**Round 2 Wrap – The Magpies Swooped, But Birch Flew Higher 🏉😂**

Well, the **Molong Magpies** certainly arrived ready to swoop… but the real aerial threat on the day was **Club President David Birch** 👀

In a performance that has statisticians scrambling and record keepers under pressure, David Birch officially crossed for **4 tries** across appearances in **2nd Grade** and **1st Grade**.

Officially.

Because many are now asking the hard question…

**Was it actually 5?** 😏

That’s right — controversy again, with our local referee Lambkin finding himself at the centre of another talking point after appearing to deny Birch a clear fifth meat pie.

An unnamed source has since confirmed post-match discussions narrowed the non-award down to one of twenty two reasons:

# # # Possible Explanation #1

The President grounded the ball, then looked up sheepishly toward his mate in the middle… unsure if it had been seen and perhaps accidentally self-sabotaging the moment.

> “Body language screamed guilty conscience.”

# # # Possible Explanation #2

The referee, who also happens to be the **Senior VP**, made a tactical leadership decision to keep the ego of his superior in manageable range.

> “Four tries is confidence. Five tries is a governance issue.”

> “Couldn’t have the AGM turning into a coronation.”

Witnesses say Birch accepted the decision with dignity… before immediately recounting the incident to anyone who blinked at him for the nest six hours.

> “I’m not worried about personal accolades… but it was definitely five.”

In defence of VP & aspiring Blowes Cup Referee Lambkin

- Ground Marshall/Flouro Vest Lad was unofficially quoted “The referee’s decision is final, accurate, and immune from replay.”

“You may question it internally, loudly in the car home, or in the group chat later.”

“From our angle it was a try. From his angle it was one metre short. Therefore, science, or bad line markings.” 😂

Regardless of the ruling, a huge day for the President:

* 2 Grades ✔️
* 4 Tries (minimum) ✔️
* Internal political tension ✔️
* Legacy growing by the hour ✔️

The scoreboard may move on… but history never forgets.

17/04/2026

Round 2 Selection Night – Leaks From the Committee Room 🚨🏉

Tension is high at Wombat HQ as selectors work through the toughest job in rugby… rewarding mates, punishing mistakes, and pretending politics plays no part 😏

Sources say a few names are firmly in, a few are hanging by a thread, and one bloke is somehow selected despite not being seen since warm-up last week.

📈 Trending Up

1st Grade tight 5 and Captain Dunstan - stocks soaring. All safe for another week barring any late niggles.

2nd Grade & Womens - Any Player Who Can Goal Kick – immediate promotion pending proof of accuracy.

📉 Out of Favour

The bloke who said “I can play anywhere” – now listed nowhere.

Last week’s designated kicker – under review, counselling available.

Three blokes carrying “tight calves” since February – patience wearing thin.

🍹 Saturday Night Influence Scandal

Eyewitnesses report at least one fringe player was seen loudly shouting “Rum’s to the selectors!” at the bar last Saturday night.

“Didn’t know if it was bribery or team bonding.”

“Next minute he was talking leadership qualities and versatility.”

“Funny how his name moved up the board after the second round.”

One unnamed selector denied wrongdoing:

“I can’t be bought… but I can be heavily encouraged.” 😂

🔥 Rumoured Late Changes

Bench spots still up for grabs

One veteran who was injury managed through training but available for kick-off
Someone getting picked purely because they own a ute and can bring the gear

Team lists drop soon. Friendships won’t survive.

Tag away - who should get dropped or promoted?

14/04/2026

Round 1 Review - Round 2 Preview?

My sources are very unreliable and prefer to remain unnamed, so the highlight reels from last weekend are a bit scratchy. Wombats 101 defeated Opposition 37.

Regardless of grade or gender it's always nice to score a century.

(just need to be weary of those Molong Magpies heading out way this weekend who notched the 100+ in 1st grade alone versus the kids from Uni who couldn't afford the fuel to have a holiday break)

Round 1 Talking Points (The Honest Version) 🏉

How about Harper Rayner 👀

Running around, busting tackles, popping up everywhere…
Starting to look very familiar — reminds a few of a certain ho**er who used to terrorise First Grade a few years back 😏

“Same energy… just less chat (for now).”

“If this keeps up, we’ll be claiming we developed them all along.”

And then there’s 2nd Grade…

“Very competitive… unfortunately the scoreboard remained stubbornly against us.”

“Plenty of effort, plenty of chances…”

Just quietly — if we can locate a goal kicker, it might completely change the outlook of the game 😂

“At this stage we’re scoring tries and respectfully declining the extras.”

“Conversion attempts currently sitting somewhere between ‘optimistic’ and ‘symbolic’.”

“We’re not missing kicks… we’re just keeping it interesting.”

& The Women

We crossed the line five times and managed to keep them scoreless – no more to say (except maybe coach Gregory can consult with 2nd Grade to refine our conversion attempts, or teach the girls to score closer to the sticks)

Colties

Coach Taylor (unsure which one) “Strong effort from the young fellas… just needed a few more points than the opposition.”

“We’ve identified a few key areas: defence, attack, discipline, fitness… and general understanding of rugby.”

Back to The Burrow

Get around the teams this weekend — Colts vs Orange City away, and the rest vs Molong Magpies Burrow

Bring your voice, bring your mates, and bring a rulebook… just in case 🫡😂
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