The Crows finished the home and away season as runners-up, but will be hoping to claim top prize on Saturday.

The team started with 30-plus players at the start of the year.

Due to the COVID pandemic, the interrupted start to the season left the side with a squad of 29.

The shortened season meant only four clubs nominated sides, meaning we would face each other on a number of occasions.

The team started strong with some convincing wins over Narrandera and Griffith Swans Red and then came up against a formidable opponent in Griffith Swans White.

After four-hard fought quarters the match ended in a controversial draw.

The team lost a number of players mid-season to injuries and the boys fought hard throughout this period, losing a number of games to both Griffith sides, but had several inspiring wins against Narrandera.

Having finished the regular season in second, this resulted in a sudden death semi final against Griffith Swans Red.

Both coaches were able to select a side from the full squad, the first time since the first round of the season.

The team went into the semi final with a great attitude, resulting in a pleasing 78-24 win.

The team has worked hard this week on the training track and goes into the grand final full of confidence.

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The team would like to acknowledge the hard work of the committee, the Leeton-Whitton Crows senior club, all helpers and everyone for making the season possible due to the current circumstances.

Lastly, the team would like to thank all the parents/grandparents/carers for their assistance throughout the season.

Without the help of all these people, playing football would not be possible. Get behind the Leeton-Whitton Crows under 15s football team as they go into this weekend's grand final.

Best of luck to all the other Leeton-Whitton Crows football and netball teams also playing for premiership success.

Will Aliendi: Forward pocket. Most determined player on the team, never gives up. Vastly improved skills, team mates love to play alongside him.

Jonah Allen: Back flank/wing. Hard running, good endurance footballer. One of the quickest players in the league, creates space easily.

Jonathan Bailey: Back pocket/flank. Has had a great season, improving every game. Runs hard out of defence, not afraid to put his body on the line.

Mason Boardman: Back pocket. Crafty backman, strong in defence. Outsized by most but never gives in, attacks the football well.

Jayden Broadbent: Wing/forward flank. Classy left footer, reads the game well. Provides great delivery into the forward line, never gives up.

Jude Clayton: Rover. Great attitude, very determined. Can tag an opponent out of the game, amasses centre clearances with ease.

Darcey Cullen: Centre half back. Inspirational player, big in stature and longest kick in the league. Reads the play well and takes multiple intercept marks.

Luca Deaton: Back pocket. True team player, gives all every game. Has improved immensely throughout the season, another skillful left footer.

Hugo Gerhardy: Captain, fullback. Leads by example, never takes a backwards step. Classy skills, gives great run from the backline.

Jhi Grundy: Rover. One of teams most experienced players. Hard ball, head over the footy style of player, runs and tackles all day.

Jye Halden: Wing. Determined player, small in size but ferocious in attack. Not afraid to confront big opponents, vastly improved footballer.

Will Handsaker: Vice captain, full forward. Safest hands in the team, excellent work rate around the forward line, accurate goal kicker and one to watch in the final.

Raith Henman: Wing/forward flank. Very determined player, never stops running. Has the ability to shut an opponent down, can play any position.

Myles Jackson: Forward pocket. Skillful player, crafty left foot. Reads the play exceptionally well, always in the right spot, goal sneak.

Shannon Lehman: Rover. Skillful in attack and hard in defence, no self preservation. Has the ability to turn a game, never gives an inch to opposition.

Billy Limbrick: Forward flank. Plays well above his size, loves to antagonize opponents. Skillful player and dangerous around the goals.

Jordan Lloyd: Wing. Never say die attitude, big left foot kick. Gives 100 per cent every game, chases/tackles hard and loves a good hip and shoulder.

Logan Mahalm: Ruck/CHF. Battles hard every game, can take a great pack mark. Classy left foot kick, has the ability to kick a few goals.

Cohen Matthews: Back/forward flank. Very skillful player, best talker on the team. Gives great drive from the back flank, loves a sneaky goal or two.

Noah Maybon: Back pocket. Rugby league convert, big physical player who hits the opposition like a truck. Runs straight and hard.

Cody McCallum: Full forward/pocket. Big, physical player, leads hard at the football and can take a great mark. Loves to rile up opponents.

Cooper Purtill: Rover. Great team player, leads by example. Always at the bottom of the stoppages. Ferocious tackler, gives great delivery into the forward line.

Blake Ryan: Centre half forward/ruck. Big game player, hasn't missed a game or training run all year. Big left foot kick, likes the physical contact.

Jaxon Ryan: Ruck/FF. Premier big man of the competition, injury interrupted season. Great overhead mark, very physical around the contest.

Barry Spicer: Back/forward flank: New to the game, hard at the football and loves pulling off a great tackle. Can play any position, vastly improved skills.

Jake Turner: Centre. Tough as nails, leaves opposition players in his wake. Great overhead mark, heart and soul of the team. Never gives up.

Ryan Ward: Forward/back pocket. Big game player, had a great semi final. Reads the play well, smart in defence. Can pull off a big tackle, loves the crowd.

Christian Werner: Forward pocket/flank. Skillful, sneaky forward. Loves to pull off a great mark, has the ability to kick a few goals, great communicator.