Shute Shield: Round 4 Round-Up
by NSW Rugby -
Northern Suburbs have maintained top spot on the Shute Shield ladder after securing their fourth successive victory, overcoming Gordon at North Sydney Oval. The Shoremen got off to a slow start, allowing the Highlanders to cross the line first and dominate much of the first period, before hitting back with three tries to win by 22-7.
Round four began on Thursday with an ANZAC Day commemorative match between local derby rivals Eastern Suburbs and Randwick, with the visitors coming away with the spoils at Coogee Oval.
Eastwood was just too strong against Manly running in six tries at Manly Oval, Warringah fought hard to defeat home side Sydney University and Southern Districts maintained their undefeated record against Penrith at Forshaw Rugby Park. In a great gam