Cootamundra Blues officials were advised yesterday afternoon that due to a lack of playing numbers, Tuggeranong have forfeited their scheduled match against the Blues this Saturday.
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The Blues had been looking forward to an opportunity to build percentage points against the winless Hawks.
With three matches left before the finals, the forfeit puts the Blues one step closer to securing a top two spot and having the first week of the finals off.
The Blues now gear up for next Saturday’s match at home against Bateman's Bay.
A strong crowd is expected at Clarke Oval that day with a premiership reunion celebrating 25 years since the Blues first grade side defeated RAAF in 1992 and 20 years since the Blues reserve side defeated Marrar i 1992.
The Blues will still be represented this weekend with the ladies team in action on Sunday at Amaroo against the second placed Gungahlin side, commencing at 1pm.
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