Shute Shield Round Two: Team News
Following some surprising round one results, a number of coaches have made changes to their starting sides ahead of round two. Several Waratahs also return to their club during this weekend's bye.
Check out all the changes and team news, as well as the team lists below.
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Hunter v Randwick
Hunter will look to start their season with two wins at home when they face Randwick on Good Friday afternoon. Bubba Coleman has made just one change, with Andrew Tuala returning from the Waratahs to start at prop.
For the Galloping Greens, Will Harrison makes his long awaited return from injury and will start at fullback with Ben Dowling also returning from the Waratahs.
In the forwards, James French will start at prop and Ben Houston returns at No.8 after a stint in rugby league. Mitch Watts shifts from No.8 to No.6 to make room for Houston.
Hunter (1-15)
Andrew Tuala, Phil Bradford, Nicholas Dobson, Morgan Inness, Rob Puliúvea, Chlayton Frans, Donny Freeman, Tuitei Asi, Nicholas Murry, Connor Winchester, Isaac Ulberg, Nathan deThierry, Tom Watson, Deon Evans, Dan Fransen.
Randwick (1-15)