THE Denman Devils will take to the field this weekend to compete for the Newcastle and Hunter Community Rugby League under 18 premiership.
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Coach Paul Benkovic is excited for the match, and believes it will be an extremely tight contest against opponents Greta-Branxton Colts.
As the most senior side playing in Denman this season, all eyes are likely to be on them too, which will add to both the motivation and the pressure.
Benkovic said for many of the players, it will be their last chance at a premiership at that level.
"For some of them it's their last opportunity in the under 18s, there's a number of them that will go to grade next year," he said.
"The boys are very keen and very excited to be in the grand final."
Having lost to the Colts in the final round of the regular season, Benkovic said there are things to fix up but noted they had a few outs and players carrying injuries into that match.
He said they will be fit and firing for the decider though, and is putting faith in his defence to help carry them to the title.
"It was a little bit out of character last week, so I expect a much better performance but defence has certainly been their strength this season," stated Benkovic.
The match will begin at 10:55 am at Greta Central Oval this Saturday.