THE Aberdeen Tigers consolidated second spot on the 2019 Bengalla Hunter Valley Group 21 Rugby League ladder, courtesy of a big 44-14 win over the Denman Devils at McKinnon Field on Saturday.
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The two sides were evenly-matched throughout the first half.
But, a sizzling try to Aberdeen captain, and co-coach, Ben Baker minutes before the interval broke the 10-all deadlock.
When he converted his own try, the Tigers led 16-10 - and they never looked back.
Despite a gallant showing by Denman after the interval, the team dropped its intensity before errors crept into their game.
One highlight for the Devils, however, was the debut of Logan Ellis, who joined his brothers Jacob and Daniel in the first grade ranks.
He also grabbed a four-pointer for good measure.
Meanwhile, Aberdeen forward Steve Hinschen made his 150th appearance for the Tigers.
It comes on the back of similar milestones to Daniel Hoogerwerf (200), Brad Fenton (150) and Dave Murnane (150) in recent weeks.
The competition continues on Sunday, May 26, when the Singleton Greyhounds host defending premiers Scone Thoroughbreds at Pirtek Park, while the Muswellbrook Rams line up against Denman in three grades at Olympic Park.