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Alex Mitchell

Raider Woolford continues 'dream' NRL rise

Hooker Zac Woolford has been a key force behind Canberra's charge into the NRL finals. (Mark Evans/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Zac Woolford might have started the NRL season an unknown quantity, but no one among the Canberra Raiders is underestimating the impact their rookie hooker has had on the side.

The 26-year-old joined the club on a two-week train-and-trial from NSW Cup side Newtown as the Raiders sought to replace injured No.9 Josh Hodgson.

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