The draw for this year's Menindee Yabbies Knockout was held live at Maiden's Hotel.

Gates open at Bourke and Wills Park on Saturday, September 14, for fans to gather before 9am kickoff, with eight strong teams entered.

"We would also like to mention that this is a day for Tre, who we remember every year, and also those who we have lost" organisers said.

In the first match Western Emu Connected will take on Oakies Frogs, and at 9.45am Lynette & George Memorial meet Storm.

At 10.30 the battle of the Warriors will unfold, when Wilcannia Warriors face the Far West Warriors.

Hosts the Menindee Yabbies will meet Mildura Warriors at 11.15, in the final match of the first round.

Marie and Bob Halls 100 metre dash for cash will be run at 11.55am, with the dance performance at 12.15pm.

Entry is $10 for 16 years +, and there will be a full canteen operating (EFTPOS available).

The event is drug and alcohol free and organisers will have ground controllers monitoring.

"Good luck to all teams and please drive safe," as spokesperson from Menindee Yabbies said.