The Lithgow Bears league tag side put in a strong fight against CSU Blue in Bathurst on Saturday, June 22.
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The girls went down 32-10 which was not a bad effort considering the CSU Blue team is on top of the ladder.
With quick passes drawing defenders in, Jessie Lutschini used her speed and managed to cross the try line twice.
The Bears girls are learning to work as a team and getting to know each other's positions and plays.
Monique Millmore carved up the football field with her experience along side Lutschini in the centre.
While Kaitlyn McLaughlin hasn't found much difference between the rugby league and soccer ball, managing to kick it out of the park, forcing CSU to knock-on on numerous occasions.
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The Bears pressure on defence was outstanding with minimal gaps but that wasn't enough to keep the CSU girls from running through.
Bears tried their best to chase and catch them before the try line and are congratulated for their efforts.
Players player was awarded to Jessie Lutschini, Monique Millmore received best and fairest.
Emma Smith scooped up two points from the crowd and Sarah Millmore received one.
Lithgow Bears will head to Portland on Saturday, June 29 to take on the Colts and Fillies.
League tag will kick off at 1.30pm followed by the rugby at 2.30 at Kremer Park.
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