# Peter McDonald Premiership updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/peter-mcdonald-premiership-games
> Updated: 2026-08-02T08:59:39.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

On July 25, 2026, the Macquarie Raiders staged a dramatic comeback to beat Dubbo CYMS 20–18 in a derby that also served as a memorial for former player Perry Meredith and promoted mental-health awareness. The victory marked the Raiders' first derby win in over a decade.

A week later, on August 2, 2026, Dubbo CYMS rebounded by defeating Orange CYMS 26–24 at Apex Oval. A disputed try early in the final minutes was ruled out, but Dubbo responded with an 80-metre drive culminating in a try by Bayden Searle and a decisive conversion. The win secured Dubbo a top-two position in the Peter McDonald Premiership.

During Round 15, Dubbo CYMS continued its momentum with a dominant 62–0 victory over the Wellington Cowboys. The Macquarie Raiders also secured a win, defeating the Parkes Spacemen 26–12. Other notable results included Bathurst St Pat's defeating the Orange Hawks 36–18, and the Forbes Magpies earning a narrow two-point win against the Nyngan Tigers to remain in the top five.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-02: Dubbo CYMS wins after disputed try in Peter McDonald Premiership

Dubbo CYMS beat Orange CYMS 26‑24 after a disputed try call by referee Anthony Pond, securing a top‑two spot in the Peter McDonald Premiership.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dubbo-cyms-wins-after-disputed-try-in-peter-mcdonald-premiership

### 2026-07-25: Macquarie Raiders secure dramatic comeback in Perry Meredith memorial derby

Macquarie Raiders overcame an 18‑4 halftime deficit to beat Dubbo CYMS 20‑18 in a memorial derby, honoring Perry Meredith and promoting mental‑health awareness.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/macquarie-raiders-secure-dramatic-comeback-in-perry-meredith-memorial-derby

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