It took until the final kick of the game, but Newtown have won the NSW Cup Minor Premiership following a nail biting 22-22 draw with Canterbury. A penalty goal from Mawene Hiroti after the full time siren clinched the draw and the trophy for the Jets.

As a feeder club to Cronulla, Newtown’s team has featured Kade Dykes, Luke Metcalf, Billy Magoulis, Franklin Pele, Connor Tracey and Matt Ikuvalu at different times during the season.

Winning the minor premiership sees Newtown have a much needed week’s rest before they play the winner of Saturday’s major semi-final between Penrith and North Sydney.

Congratulations to coach Greg Matterson and the Newtown Jets. Now the really hard work begins.