RUGBY UNION

Winter footy is here.

It was a big day of rugby at home for the Forbes Rugby Union Club on Saturday.

Round one of the Blowes Cup in first and second grade and Ferguson Cup in the women kicked off in spectacular fashion as the Platypi hosted the Orange Emus.

Forbes' women showed plenty of grit in what was a tough game, going down 57–3.

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Second grade came out strong with a 40–17 win with the club praising a great team effort across the paddock.

First grade wrapped up the day with a hard-fought game, finishing 48–23 the Emu's way.

Stay tuned, we'll be catching up with new first grade captain Jack Hogan next week to talk about the season ahead.

Forbes will head to Cowra following the Easter break, on Saturday, 26 April for round two.

The Eagles first grade also lost their first round game to Orange City Lions 23-7.