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As a foundation club and one of great tradition, the Atherton Roosters boast a long and illustrious sporting history. The Roosters entered the inaugural Eacham Rugby League competition in 1918, competing against teams from all Tableland towns.
The first Roosters premiership was won in 1922 and this team went on to defeat Cairns Rugby League premiers Gordonvale later that year. It took 49 years for the Roosters to win their next senior premiership in 1971 after being the runners-up eight times. Three years later, the Roosters won back to back premiership titles in 1974 and 1975.
At the end of 1979 the Eacham league was disbanded after 61 years of competition. The Roosters joined the Cairns District Rugby League competition in 1980 and have played in six first grade grand finals during those 26 years.
HISTORY
The history of the Atherton Roosters is filled with remarkable achievements and legendary personalities. International winger Warren Orr is considered among the Roosters best exports having represented Australia in 1973 and 1974.
Dallas Johnson is another to reach the National Rugby League spotlight after leading the Roosters 1999 under 18 premiership side. Johnson now plays the top level with NRL club Melbourne Storm and led the tackle count for Queensland in the 2006 State of Origin series win.
CORPORATE IDENTITY
The Roosters boast a successful corporate base and are supported by many of the regions major corporations including Australian icon Bundy Rum. Over the past five years the Atherton Rooster's corporate support has increased substantially, and the club has made it a priority to take the companies on board successfully into the new millennium.
SPIRIT
The Atherton Roosters have endured its fair share of ups and downs but there has always been a true fighting spirit throughout the club. The club has retained its place in the local sporting history to become a Tableland institution that everyone can be proud of.
After kicking off in 1918, the Roosters have come out fighting from day one. Since their first win the Roosters have claimed many great achievements and produced many champions into the representative arena including State and International level.
