Riverina rugby league bragging rights remain in the east of the region after Group Nine’s 30-18 win in the under 23s at EW Moore Oval under lights on Saturday evening.

Group Nine jumped out to a good start before Group 20 capitalised on some errors and penalties to score late in the first stanza.

The late try saw Group 20 trail 12-6 at the break.

However, the Group Nine players regained their composure and found a way over the line four times in the second half to run away with the victory.

Group Nine captain Dave Cowhan led from the front while Tristan Dickson was also dangerous at the back and created plenty of opportunities with ball in hand.

Group 20 hasn’t tasted success in the annual clash since 2012 and it could have been at lot worse if it wasn't for poor goal-kicking from Group Nine.

Only one of the seven Group Nine tries were converted, with coach James Smart employing seven goal kickers.

The victory completed a clean sweep for Group Nine.

Group Nine started the day with a 34-10 win in the under 16s.

The group then scored a narrow 22-16 in the under 18s before breaking a long-standing drought in the league tag.

Group 20 has dominated the girl’s competition since its inception.

However, Group Nine took the win in a 22-16 thriller.

Riverina teams will be selected following the trials.

The under 23s team will be coached by Josh Cale and it isn’t expected to be selected until late next week.