by NSW Rugby - Northern Suburbs downed a courageous Parramatta side in the curtain raiser to Saturday’s historic match between the HSBC Waratahs and The British & Irish Lions at Allianz Stadium. Spurred on by one of the largest crowds of the Shute Shield season, the Shoremen ran in five tries to two in a scintillating exhibition of attacking rugby. Relishing the experience, Northern Suburbs coach Scott Fava said of the opportunity, “I think it gives them a taste of what the next level’s about.  It really brought the spirit and the team together as a solid side.” Although disappointed by the result, Two Blues’ captain Sosene Anesi was also quick to praise the experience. “I think the boys were pretty excited all week and it was a good experience for most of them, some of them have nev