Round 8 – Brothers Show 120 Years of Pride Over Oldest Rivals UQ

Brothers First Grade returned to the winners circle wearing an iconic replica of the original Butchers Stripes jersey from the club's inaugural 1905 season. The win ensures the Templeton-McLean Trophy remains in Albion for a fourth year running.

After trailing 12-5 at halftime, Brothers reasserted dominance in the second half. Henry Smith, Dom Fraser (maul try), Michael Wood, and David Fusitu'a all crossed to seal a 31-20 victory.

Brothers Women suffered an agonizing 31-27 loss to Easts, surrendering a 22-5 halftime lead.

Results: Hospital Cup: WIN 31-20 | 2nd Grade: WIN 31-21 | 3rd Grade: WIN 27-19 | 4th Grade: WIN 30-12 | 6th Grade: WIN 60-0