Last Sunday saw the Ridge Redbacks take on the Moree Boomerangs in the minor semi-final of the Barwon Darling Rugby League Competition at Spider Brown oval.

The first game saw the Walgett Dragons advance to the grand final after a commanding 52-20 victory over Brewarrina Golden Googars.

The Dragons confirmed their status as premiership favourites scoring 11 tries to the Googars four in the major semi-final.

In beautiful conditions, the in-form Redbacks played a hard-fought game against the Boomerangs.

Some good running from the forwards laid the platform for some spectacular tries.

Accurate kicking from Ben Power saw the Ridge lead 34-22 at half-time.

The second half saw the Ridge lay on two quick tries and jump out to a good lead before the Boomerangs upped the pace and began a strong comeback. A try in the last minute gave the Boomerangs what was thought to be the win. But on the final countback the Ridge won 48-46.

Lightning Ridge 48 D Seaton 2, G Fazldeen 2, B Power, J Webb, E Pitt, M Samuelsson, M Milas (tries); B Power (five conversions).

Players on the day to receive points were Danny Seaton (3), Gavin Fazldeen(2) and Milan Milas (1) for their efforts.

This weekend will see the Redbacks travel to Brewarrina to take on the locals for a place in the grand final in Walgett the following weekend against the Walgett Dragons.

Kick-off is 2pm.