Drought Breaker: Double delight for Junee Jaguars in Grand Final sweep

THE Junee Jaguars men’s 3rd grade side have broken a nine-year premiership drought, claiming the 2025 Blake Trophy in a 3–1 grand final victory over Henwood Park on Friday evening.

Played under clear skies at Geohex Park in Wagga, the 5:30pm clash saw Junior Hou net a stunning hat-trick, steering Junee to its first 3rd grade title since 2016.

Hou’s standout performance earned him the Wagga Motors Isuzu Ute Player of the Match.

It was a defining win for the Jaguars, marking the end of a long premiership dry spell and celebrating the strength and resilience of the club’s growing men’s squad.

All-Junee Showdown: Jaguars Blue Triumph in 4th Grade

The 3rd grade triumph set the stage for a historic all-Junee 4th grade showdown at 7:30pm, with Jaguars Blue and Jaguars Yellow going head-to-head in the Navinkell Cup final.

In a spirited contest between teammates-turned-rivals, Jaguars Blue secured a 3–1 victory, taking home the trophy and local bragging rights.

Will McGrath was named Player of the Match for his match-winning efforts, capping off a memorable night for the club.

With two grand final trophies lifted just hours apart, Friday will go down as one of the greatest nights in the club’s history — a celebration of local talent, dedication, and the deep sense of community that defines the Junee Jaguars.