Sleapy’s Day is a showpiece stand-alone event on the Newcastle Rugby League (NEWRL) calendar.

Now, Peter Sleap hopes the inaugural Sleapy’s Cup follows suit in Newcastle District Cricket Association circles.

For the first time, Waratah Mayfield and University of Newcastle will pad up for the fundraising extravaganza this week month.

The two clubs are set to face-off in four grades on Saturday 8 November, with firsts taking the field at Waratah Oval from 10am; seconds at Bernie Curran Oval from 11am; thirds at Waratah Park 3 and fourths at Ray Watt Oval (both at noon).

Each division vies for points, with the organisation amassing the most also snaring the silverware.

Activations for young and old will entertain everyone around the ground, too.

Festivities – including raffles, hundred

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