THE Leeton Phantoms Rugby Union Club have enjoyed a hugely successful 2020 in what was always going to be a different year on and off the field due to COVID-19.
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The club finished the year as the second grade premiers while the Dianas also enjoyed taking to the field and improving vastly throughout the shortened competition.
The men's side was also recently named the Southern Inland sevens competition overall winners after taking out the two days of play in Leeton and Hay.
To celebrate and wrap up the year, the club recently held a COVID-safe presentation day.
Key award winners were:
Dianas
Most improved: Emily Wright
Coach's award: Jane Wright
Best and fairest: Amanda Rourke
Jess Murphy Memorial: Nyree Dunn
Men's
Most improved: Kores Anival
Coach's award: Paul Ta'avao
Best and fairest: Soropepeli Seqe
Club person of the year: Liam Ward
Club president John Hill reflected on the season that was at the recent presentation day that was held at the town ovals.
He said there was another worthy award recipient in 2020.
"Another worthy award winner was Nyree Dunn who was awarded the Southern Inland Rugby Union volunteer of the year," Hill said.
"This is great recognition of the work that Nyree has done this season in both the junior and senior clubs."
The Phantoms club will now spend some time away from the field before re-grouping early in 2021 to prepare for the new season.
As with many events and competitions what and how the Southern Inland season will look like next year is still being determined.
However, the Phantoms will certainly be looking to come back strong and challenge hopefully for a first grade premiership in 2021.
The Dianas will also be building their ranks and gaining momentum as they hope to make their way to the finals series.
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