All attention turned to the women’s league tag contest, as the men’s side enjoyed the bye weekend.
The Cougars depth was highlighted throughout the match as the team worked cohesively to limit the Muddogs throughout the contest.
Speedster Leesa Hawking proved again that she is unstoppable on the left edge, and raced away for a spectacular 70-metre try that almost replicated her heroics from the previous week.
Hawking showcased her trademark skill, charging through the defensive line before burning off the defensive cover in a straight-line sprint to the try line.
Five-eighth Skye Rodgers controlled the right-hand side with her playmaking skills and created attacking opportunities for her teammates.
She earned the Players’ Player award for her outstanding performance.
Fullback Bridgette Lee combined skill and pace, scoring a try that exemplified her growing confidence in the position.
She beat the initial defensive line with footwork before using her speed to outpace the covering fullback and strongly finished.
Lock Sophie Lee proved a constant threat with her powerful running.
She crossed for two tries through her ability to run strong that stretched the Muddogs defence.
Her runner-up finish in the Players’ player voting reflected her significant contribution to the game.
The defensive effort was anchored by several standout performances, with Shanae Murphy earning the Coaches’ Pick award for her multiple try-saving tags under intense pressure.
Tyler Hocking demonstrated her defensive awareness, reading a CSU Muddog play perfectly to secure a crucial intercept that helped maintain the Cougars’ advantage.
Meanwhile, winger Camryn Andracchio provided a safe and consistent option in both attack and defence.
She cleanly collected a kick on the Cougars’ line during CSU Muddogs’ fifth tackle.
Erin McGregor was also recognised with the Old Boys award.
Next week the Corowa Cougars travel to Eldorado to take on Tumbarumba Greens, as they look to maintain their winning momentum in the Goulburn Murray Storm Premiership.
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