The Newcastle Knights Archive.

2008 Round 6 vs Sydney Roosters:

Wes Naiqama, having a blinder at fullback, is tackled. Chris Bailey makes a strong run. Willie Mason having a bit of a walk. Shaun Kenny-Dowall outjumps James McManus to score what ended up being the Rooster's final try. Chris Bailey is tackled in uncomfortable fashion. Willie Mason trundles it forward. Brian Smith not enjoying a particular moment too much (perhaps .. a kick?). Cooper Vuna dots down ... ... to get the Knights within four points of the lead. Danny Buderus runs the ball. Ben Cross and Jesse Royal put their heads together. Chris Houston takes down Willie Mason. Kurt Gidley pushes off former Knights Riley Brown and Anthony Tupou. Craig Fitzgibbon is tackled ... ... by Chris Bailey. Chris Bailey ... ... dives over ... ... to put the Knights in the lead! Go Bailey!!! Chris Bailey, Kurt Gidley and Danny Buderus ... ... celebrate the match-winning try. Danny Wicks bursts into a gap with seconds remaining in the match. Danny Wicks strides out ... ... in a 60 metre run to the line ... ... and runs the ball around ... ... to score one of the Knights most memorable tries. Go Wicks!!! Super Danny, after scoring the final try in the fine 24-20 victory.

Fan photos:

Photos by Chelsea:

Newcastle get ready ... ... for the National Anthem that preceded the match. The Knights line up ... ... for kick-off. Newcastle get prepared to pack down for a scrum. Kurt Gidley about to move in and post another two points. Daniel Tolar makes a desperate tackle around the ankles. Wes Naiqama runs the ball from the back of the scrum. Danny Buderus and James McManus make their way from the field.

Photos by AussieKnight:

Newcastle and Sydney line up ... ... for Australia's national anthem. Kurt Gidley pots two points. Cory Paterson awaits a restart in play. Newcastle about to spread the ball after a scrum win. The imposing frame of Danny Wicks prepares to make a charge. Kurt Gidley adds two points from right in front of the posts. Cooper Vuna salutes the crowd after a fine victory. Newcastle go on a well-deserved lap of honour.

Photos by Jekk:

A young Knights fan heads into the ground, expectations high for a good sunny day's play. Newcastle warm up before the match. The Roosters about to play the ball as Newcastle line up in defence ... ... then successfully make a tackle!!! Kurt Gidley about to attempt conversion from the sideline. As the sun sets, it gets hard to see things. Try time for the Knights, and the match is all ours! Final score - a whopping 34-20 win to Newcastle! The boys shake hands, signifying the end of the match.

Photos by Untitled23:

Newcastle celebrate their opening try. Cory Paterson and Wes Naiqama on defence. The referee gets involved in proceedings. The Knights stand around, hands on hips. Newcastle salute the crowd, after their fine victory.