Within the first 10 minutes it was Bega who would find the try line first. However the injection of Clay Clear would see him hit back for the Heelers evening the scores up to 6-6.

The rest of the half proved a tough contest between the teams with outstanding defence from Alex Rosten in at fullback also with extremely safe hands in retrieving the ball from kicks.

Raymond Kading was solid in defence as was James Coates. Ben Mooney and Mick Sullivan both looked dangerous with the ball in their hands, unlucky not to break away from defenders on numerous occasions.

Chris Halligan was instrumental with his solid hit ups gaining great metres for his team as was Joel Cherry. Kitt Bryce made a solid contribution from the wing with solid defence and fantastic support play in attack.

With the scores all locked up at half time 6-6, Bombala was on track to cause an upset win.

The first 10 minutes of the second half started off similar to the first half, tough defence from both teams. Clay Clear was unlucky not to score his second as he was held up over the line.

Clay Stewart continued to be instrumental in the organisation of the team and his classy ball skills were evident as he sent a precision cut out ball out wide hitting Craig Bottom on the chest, Craig gained good metres however the Bega players would eventually shut it down.

It was Bega who would then capitalise on momentum and break open the Bombala defensive line numerous times, running in four quick tries before full time, taking the final score to 28-6.

Players player went to Alex Rosten, 3 points went to Clay Clear, 2 points went to Chris Halligan and 1 point went to James Coates.

The Bombala Reserve Grade team will now also play in the elimination final next weekend where they will again take on the Moruya Sharks Reserve Grade team whom they beat only the weekend before.

The Bombala & District Rugby League Football Club would like to thank all of the Bombala supporters who travelled that long distance just to support and cheer on their home sides. Both teams extend their greatest gratitude and welcome everyone back to the coast next weekend to help cheer them through to the Grand Final as they both take on the elimination final round at Narooma on Sunday, August 14.

The High Heelers will be taking on Narooma and Blue Heelers Reserve Grade taking on Moruya Sharks.

The Bombala & District RLFC would like to thank the Bombala RSL club for their major sponsorship this year.