State of Origin! Perhaps the most anticipated sporting event in Australia. Next Wednesday night it kicks off down in Melbourne and I’m sure there are a lot of you who cannot wait! Myself included.
Tonight I thought I’d share an interesting board game I came across a few weeks back. Its called ‘The Rugby League State of Origin Football Game’ and dates from 1985 which is pretty early in the scheme of State of Origin.
It comprises of a cardboard field, little plastic players, a football, and cards which you select. These cards give you directions on how the game is played. Definitely a lot different to the modern rugby league videos games on consoles like the Wii, Xbox 360 and PS3!
Overall it’s a pretty cool piece. Love the old school graphics on the cover. Would make a great piece for a collector of Rugby League related items!
I’ll be taking advantage of the hype State of Origin creates to try and help sell this board game. Looking to list it on eBay a week before game 2 in Sydney, and have it end the Tuesday night before the game! Very interested to see how it goes.
Hi. Is this game still for sale? Thanks
Hi Mitch, I invented it in and was on the market in 1987, we sold 5000 games, I have 3 copies left one has the signatures of the 1987 Qld State of origin game.
Steve
That’s some great information Steve, the one with the signatures sounds like a great piece! I’d love to see some photos if you had some?
Hey Steve, do you know of anyone that is willing to sell a copy of this game
had it as a kid growing up and loved it, am chasing one for my 6 year old son
any help you can provide would be great
thanks
Im trying to locate one of these boardgames but have been unavailable . Ive searched ebay gumtree etc. Any help would be much appreciated?
Hi Chris, please check your email!
Thanks, John.
I’m really keen to buy this game to relive some great memories of my teenage years playing this game with my nephew. Anyone know how i can get hold of a set please?
Ill post your comment up Andrew, and hopefully it may provide a means to for someone to get in contact if they have the game and are looking to sell!
Cheers, John.
Thanks John, appreciate you posting my comment. All the best & cheers.
Hi Paul,
I have some games I might be able to put 1 together for you
I’ve just listed one on eBay. Great condition for it’s age. Was going to keep it but I collect other things.
Hi all I have a copy of this game if anyone is interested in purchasing –