Clutha maintained their unbeaten record with a 38-23 win over Clutha Valley under lights at the Balclutha Showgrounds, despite trailing at halftime. In a physical and niggly contest, the home side successfully retained both the McIntosh Cup and the Turnbull Cup. Clutha Valley laid a strong platform in the opening half, dominating the scrum and controlling possession. Their ability to apply pressure through repeated scrum penalties kept Clutha on the back foot for extended periods, while their work in the collision area disrupted the home side’s rhythm. However, the visitors were unable to fully capitalise on their dominance, allowing Clutha to remain within striking distance. A late first-half try helped Clutha narrow the margin to 13-12 at the break. Clutha responded strongly after halftime, lifting their intensity and making better use of possession. With both benches emptied, the home side’s replacements injected greater energy and physicality, ultimately proving decisive as Clutha pulled away.…