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Wane has made 58 appearances for the Hunters since his debut back in 2021. Despite numerous setbacks due to injuries, the Hunters veteran winger has become a mainstay for the team going to his 4^th season alongside his Wigmen team mate and now Hunters rake Judah Rimbu.

After a season ending foot injury in 2022 Wane had a strong mindset to get through adversity and work hard to earn back his spot. He did so in 2023.

“I’d like to  thank to our heavenly Father for his guidance and for keeping me injury free this season. I’m enjoying the season so far.”

The visiting Jets started the match with a bang in the opening quarter scoring two tries through Ken Maumalo. They were dominating the match, but the lead slipped out of their palms as Paul Aiton's men muscled up as the match progressed.

The determined SP Hunters showed heart in the fight with two tries to Rimbu and one to Elijah Roltinga closing the margin in the first half.

Hunters prop, Koso Bandi, will run off the bench in the match, and is already anticipating a tough encounter against the visiting Pride.

The Northern Pride is currently sitting atop the QRL Hostplus Cup Competition points ladder with an impressive five wins, two loses and a draw and looks to snatch another win to their name when they take on the Hunters later today.

SP PNG Hunters head coach, Paul Aiton attributed last weekend’s win to better preparation and sticking to the game plan. He is expecting the same this Saturday.

The SP PNG Hunters will be looking to record their first back-to-back win on home turf this weekend.

Aiton said he is impressed with the performance of his men last weekend. He is happy that his side understood the game plan and the brand of football they wanted to play as a team. 

The East and West New Britain lanky front rower had been knocking on the door but after his audition with the East New Britain Agmark Gurias in the first two opening rounds of the 2024  Digicel Exxon Mobil Cup, Worot was promoted to the Hunters extended bench for this weekend’s ANZAC Kokoda Cup Challenge.

Rimbu now relishing his 4^th season as a Hunter, has greatly improved since he made his debut as a 19-year-old back in 2021 and shows no sign of stopping anytime soon.

In Round 2 of the 2024 QRL Hostplus Cup season, this Saturday, the Hunters will take on CQ Capras, a match in which they hope to maintain their win streak.

Hunters Coach Paul Aiton, though not overwhelmed by the first win, highlighted some areas in their game management and especially in their discipline that needed improvement, if they are to be competitive this season.

A new decade, a new coach and a new playing squad, blended with youth and experience ready to take the Hunters program into its 11^th year running in the Australian 2^nd tier QRL competition.

Puara’a presence and charisma around the Hunters playing group, particularly the new crop of players enhances the strong Hunters bond and culture of old. Puara took charge of proceedings alongside former Hunters teammate Enock Maki at the team’s training on Tuesday, seeing the boys go through their paces in the absence of head coach Paul Aiton.

Puara and Maki are back in the Hunters system after joining the preseason camp as assistants to new head coach Paul Aiton. Coincidently the trio all played together for the national team, the Kumuls on numerous occasions in the past.

Over the last month, Morea has focused on improving functional mobility and strength.

These elements are crucial for rugby league players, directly influencing on-field performance. Functional mobility ensures efficient movement, while strength training is essential for preventing future injuries and maintaining peak athletic condition.