The Warriors returned to Tamworth and produced a brilliant display to thank the city that adopted them, belting the Knights 36-6 with a powerhouse second half
But it was another set of numbers - 36-6 - that mattered the most as they turned it on in the country music capital. Star fullback Roger Tuivasa-Sheck was superb, crossing twice as the Warriors continued to show immense heart despite a season away from family and friends.
Coach Adam O'Brien said there was an element of embarrassment to the performance and his side may have been guilty of reading too many of their own headlines during good moments of the season.Getty They move up to 14 points, just two behind the sixth-placed Sharks, who were in action immediately afterwards against the Cowboys. Regardless of that result, the two sides meet in round 18 in a match that could well define both of their campaigns.Payten knows he has a formidable side on his hands but said they hadn't even mentioned the possibility of sneaking into the finals. What has given him joy was the bond the team has formed facing the unique challenges of 2020.
"We haven't had a conversation like that . It's probably going to start in the media. My message is about everybody getting their job done. I think we're a good team. We're building. Belief is definitely growing and they're enjoying themselves."Newcastle weren't able to trouble the scoreboard in the second half but that wasn't a problem for the Warriors, who only grew in confidence as the match continued.
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