Pictures by Jonathan Carroll
Cessnock celebrated their first Newcastle Rugby League grand final victory in 17 years when they defeated Souths 20-6 at Maitland Sportsground on Sunday.
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The Goannas scored two tries in each half, either side of Souths reducing the margin to two points shortly after the main break.
Cessnock lock Connor Kirkwood was named man-of-the-match.
Newcastle Herald photographer Jonathan Carroll caught all the action at the 2020 decider.
GRAND FINAL COVERAGE:
- Goannas junior Connor Kirkwood 'honoured' to be named man-of-the-match
- Breakthrough premiership for Cessnock coach Todd Edwards after tough grand final run
- Reed Hugo 'proud' as Goannas taste title success for first time since 2003
- Match report: Cessnock defeat Souths by 14 points after tight tussle in decider
- Grand final players reckon it means 'just as much' despite COVID-19 changes to 2020 season
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