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Newcastle Herald
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Brain tumour survivor Sophie Stapleford is set to soak up her 100th milestone match

INSPIRING: Maitland captain Sophie Stapleford, right and in action this season, is excited for another special weekend ahead. Picture: Marina Neil

Brain tumour survivor Sophie Stapleford never thought she would play again, let alone reach a 100-game milestone in Northern NSW Football's premier competition.

But that is exactly what the Branxton 28-year-old will do when she leads Maitland into a crucial clash with second-placed Broadmeadow at Magic Park on Saturday afternoon.

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