Rugby union: Gerrard makes most of chance with treble as Wildfires warm up for Shute Shield return with resounding win over Penrith

By James Gardiner
Updated July 12 2020 - 7:05pm, first published 3:00pm
HAT-TRICK HERO: Winger Caileb Gerrard runs around closer to the posts for a try after taking a beautifully-executed chip kick by Brendan Holliday in the Wildfires' 45-7 trial win over Penrith. Pictures: Max Mason-Hubers
HAT-TRICK HERO: Winger Caileb Gerrard runs around closer to the posts for a try after taking a beautifully-executed chip kick by Brendan Holliday in the Wildfires' 45-7 trial win over Penrith. Pictures: Max Mason-Hubers

CAILEB Gerrard put forward a strong case for a starting wing spot with a brilliant hat-trick and pint-sized fullback Chad Northcott also gave Newcastle Wildfires coach Scott Coleman plenty to think about.

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