Katrina Fanning Shield: Round 16 Wrap

Round 16 of the Blumers Lawyers Katrina Fanning Shield saw the competition favourites make big statements.

Woden Valley Rams 24 def. Gungahlin Bulls 16 

The Woden Valley Rams claimed a strong eight-point victory against the Gungahlin Bulls on Saturday morning as they continue their push towards the minor premiership. 

Rams' winger Gypsy Brookman crossed for two tries, while fullback Lara Cosgrove added to her yearly tally which now sits at 19. 

Whilst, for the Bulls the loss is their second in a row and their sixth of the season, with the side hanging on to fourth position and have only one game remaining in their season.

The Rams and Bulls both have byes in Round 17, with the Rams next matchup against the Bulldogs, whilst Gungahlin face the West Belconnen Warriors in the washout round. 

West Belconnen Warriors 44 def. Goulburn City Bulldogs 0 

The West Belconnen Warriors took their biggest step yet to securing the minor premiership with a dominate victory over the Goulburn City Bulldogs at Workers Arena. 

In an all-round team performance, led by the middle forwards, the Warriors claimed their ninth win of the season, centre Allie Booker crossed for two tries in the victory. 

Meanwhile, it was a tough day out for the Bulldogs as the side still remains winless and will be desperate to secure that elusive win before the season wraps up. 

The West Belconnen Warriors will have a rest this weekend with the bye, whilst the Bulldogs travel to Tuggeranong to face the Bushrangers. 

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