Penrith Panthers

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The Penrith Panthers are a team based in Penrith, Western Sydney, at the foot of the Blue Mountains, a popular tourist attraction. They have won two premierships, in 1991 against the Canberra Raiders, with Penrith Panthers winning 19 to 12 and in 2003 against the Sydney Roosters, with Penrith Panthers winning 18 to 6.

[edit] History

The Penrith Panthers were established in 1967. The NSWRL wanted 2 new teams to the competition, and there was a competition between Penrith Panthers, Cronulla Sharks and Wentworthville Magpies (Wenty) to gain those positions. The Cronulla Sharks had already gained a position, so it was up to Penrith and Wentworthville to fight it out. The NSWRL eventually settled on Penrith due to their location and a win in the 1966 Second Division title.