Southern Districts and Norths defeated last year’s grand finalists Gordon and Sydney Uni, while Randwick, Easts, Hunter and West Harbour also claimed impressive victories on the opening weekend of the season.

Catch up on all the round one action below.

Southern Districts 16-7 Gordon

Southern Districts began a new era under coach Jayson Brewer in style, defeating last year’s grand finalists 16-7 on a wet and wild afternoon at Forshaw.