Newcastle Knights host Old Boys day amid loss to Manly
A capacity crowd of over 24,000 fans, including more than 150 former players, attended the Knights Old Boys day at McDonald Jones Stadium. The event served as a tribute to former Knights goal-kicking halfback Scott Dureau, who passed away last month after a battle with cancer. Former players organized fundraising efforts during the week to support Dureau’s family.
On the field, the Newcastle Knights suffered a 44-24 defeat against Manly. The loss impacts the Knights' standing as they currently sit sixth on 32 points, leaving their chances of securing a home final in doubt due to potential competition from Souths. The team is scheduled to play the Warriors next before a bye week.
Entities
Manly Sea Eagles · McDonald Jones Stadium · Newcastle Knights · Scott Dureau
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The Knights lost to Manly with a final score of 44-24. www.newcastleherald.com.au · www.dungogchronicle.com.au · www.gloucesteradvocate.com.au
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Knights currently hold sixth place with 32 points, facing competition from Souths for a home final. www.newcastleherald.com.au · www.dungogchronicle.com.au · www.gloucesteradvocate.com.au
- [● 3 SOURCES] Former Knights goal-kicking halfback Scott Dureau passed away last month following a battle with cancer. www.newcastleherald.com.au · www.dungogchronicle.com.au · www.gloucesteradvocate.com.au
- [● 3 SOURCES] Over 24,000 fans and more than 150 former players attended the event at McDonald Jones Stadium. www.newcastleherald.com.au · www.dungogchronicle.com.au · www.gloucesteradvocate.com.au
- [● 3 SOURCES] Former players raised funds to support the family of Scott Dureau. www.newcastleherald.com.au · www.dungogchronicle.com.au · www.gloucesteradvocate.com.au