Rookies
After a solid skills session which included warm ups, tackling, and red rover cross-over, the Rookies
lined up to play the weekly hard fought game.
In the first group, Jordis Barr defended at the half back position, making it hard for the Blue team
attackers Georgia Hampton and Ella Ruchs to get past. Logan Blackwell and Chelsea Stone held up
well in defence for Blue while Ella Lehmann and Eva Fiebig peppered the goals for a final score of 2-1
to Blue’s advantage.
The second group had a hard fought battle with Yellow and Blue trading good skill levels. Jacqui
Altus defended well for Blue with assistance from Lewis Green, Archie Dahlitz and Charlie Krop.
Harry Schwarz, Emilie Stone and Elizabeth Dixon combined well to gain the upper hand over Blue for
a final score of 2-1.
Juniors
Crusaders v Royals
It was a very even start to the game with good attacking and defending from both teams. Tilly
Hamilton and Ryan Boyd attacked well for the Crusaders, but were brought up against strong
defender Sarah Densley for the Royals. Ryan Boyd eventually forced Crusaders’ first short corner,
but it was well cleared by James Duff. Bhavishay Jangra gained some ground for the Royals, as
Joseph Duff worked hard to keep them at bay. Two short corners for the Royals failed to convert,
and play remained even with equal opportunity for both teams to score. The score remained nil-all
at half time.
Into the second half and a good run from Zac Staude for Crusaders saw a short corner gained. Henry
Dahlitz defended well for the Royals to prevent any score from the Crusaders. Indianna Woodall in
goals produced a great save for the Royals, as Marc Rowsell fought hard to gain another short corner
for his team. Great team play from Sam Gogel eventually led to a Crusaders goal. This got Royals
working hard to attack, Bhavishay Jangra scoring in retaliation against Crusaders. Another quick goal
through James Duff for Royals put them in the lead. However, this was again equalled by a goal from
Zac Staude for the Crusaders, leading to a 2-all draw at full time.
Crusaders 2 drew with Royals 2
Crusaders- Best Players: Sam Gogel, Zac Staude, Joseph Duff. Goal Scorers: Sam Gogel, Zac Staude.
Royals- Best Players: James Duff, Bhavishay Jangra, Henry Dahlitz. Goal Scorers: Bhavishay Jangra,
James Duff.
Knights v Kings
The game between the Knights and Kings started with even play. Both teams worked hard to push
forward, as Bonnie Johnson and Ruby Glancy for the Knights were working well together to try and
take the advantage for their team. Their teamwork paid off, as Jade Schneider scored for Knights
after a pass in front of goals. The Kings kept persisting, Daniel Obst working hard on the wing,
supported by James Patterson. Kings gained some chances near goal; however they were met with a
strong defence from the Knights.
Early in the second half Knights were again placing pressure on the Kings defence. Chloe Andersen
was playing consistently in defence for the Kings, and Mikayla Patterson in goals was making some
great saves early on. Mary Green in position on the post was able to produce a goal after some
persistent attack from the Knights. Kings picked up the pace with Maverick Hutchins and Zack Martin
running the ball into their forward line, however goalie Karl Dahlitz for Knights cleared the shot on
goal. Kings kept up the pressure, drawing a short corner, resulting in a goal from Zack Martin. Kings
kept up the momentum, taking on the Knights defence with renewed vigour. They scored again
through some great play from Zack Martin. The pace picked up as Knights looked for a further goal
to put them in front, however they could not convert off a final short corner in the final moments of
the game.
Knights 2 drew with Kings 2
Knights- Best Players: Riley Colls, Mary Green, Eden Muster. Goal Scorers: Jade Schneider, Mary
Green.
Kings- Best Players: Justin Merrett, Lachlan Ruchs, Mikayla Patterson. Goal Scorers: Zack Martin 2.
Women
Bordertown v Keith Crows
Sarah Densley started the game off strongly for the Keith Crows with support from Anna Dawes.
Sophie Greenslade for Bordertown was strong in defence, as Amy Drabsch kept the ball in the
forward line, producing a strong hit to Mieka Woodall. A close attempt at scoring was prevented by
the Wozzies goalie Georgie Cornford, as Linda Andersen both attacked and defended for
Bordertown, the ball travelling back and forth. Keith eventually broke through to score a goal
through junior player Brydie Hamilton, supported well by Ruby Glancy. This was quickly followed by
another from Nikki Schreiber as the Crows gained momentum. Bordertown tried to stop any further
attempts on goal, however Keith gained yet another advantage as they scored through Mieka
Woodall.
The second half began with Wozzies once again in defence, as Ryan Boyd and Georgie Cornford held
out countless attacks. Bordertown then quickly pushed forward with a clear run as Sophie
Greenslade snuck the ball past the goalie for Wozzies’ first goal. Keith again took control of the
attacking play with Sarah Densley and Zack Martin looking dangerous near the goal, but the Wozzies
defence held up. Chloe Andersen and Ruby Glancy went head to head in a great tackle on the outer
wing. A forward push from Keith resulted in a short corner with Ryan Boyd clearing the ball well.
Wozzies continued to block Keith’s attempts on goal; however Clarry Martin eventually converted
with a hard shot from the top of the circle. Laura Nash worked tirelessly to bring the ball into
Bordertown’s forward line, however no scores resulted. Keith ended the game with a series of
corners, well defended by Andrea Taylor for Bordertown. No further goals resulted.
Keith Crows 4 d. Bordertown 1
Keith Crows- Best Players: Anna Dawes, Sarah Densley, Amy Drabsch. Goal Scorers: Brydie Hamilton,
Nikki Schreiber, Mieka Woodall, Clarry Martin.
Bordertown- Best Players: Ryan Boyd, Laura Nash, Sophie Greenslade. Goal Scorers: Sophie
Greenslade.
High School v Mundulla
A hard attack was seen early on from Mundulla, as they brought the play towards the High School
goals. Holly Pietsch and Sarah Halliday performed well under the initial pressure, as they were
backed up by goalie Sonya Hunt. Play continued as High School attempted to clear the ball from their
defence and move forward into attack. Mundulla were able to gain a short corner, which was
rewarded with a strong goal from Christy Carter. Mundulla continued to attack drawing more short
corners and taking control of the play. Lauren Krause in defence for High School defended their
advances solidly, as High School turned the play around, bringing the ball near the Mundulla’s
defensive goal and into their attack. However, Carla Wallis in goals for Mundulla prevented any High
School score.
High School came out in the second half with renewed enthusiasm, drawing some short corners.
Finally, after a pass from Holly Pietsch into the circle High School scored through Kimberley
Wagenknecht. With scores even the game progressed to another level. Koby Bamford and Thomas
Halliday for Mundulla defended well against the continued High School attack through Kate Krause
and Rin Kozona. Despite their best efforts, High School could not prevent a great display of skill from
Christy Carter as she broke through quickly to score Mundulla’s second goal. Lauren Kirk in defence
for Mundulla was brought against High School forwards Bhavishay Jangra and Kimberley
Wagenknecht, however their attempt on goal was prevented by goalie Carla Wallis. Mundulla
remained strong throughout the game, a short corner capitalised on, as Christy Carter converted yet
again for her team, producing the third and final goal Mundulla.
Mundulla 3 d. High School 1
Mundulla- Best Players: Christy Carter, Marie Williams, Jessame Wagenknecht. Goal Scorers: Christy
Carter 3.
High School- Best Players: Holly Pietsch, Kimberley Wagenknecht, Sonya Hunt. Goal Scorers:
Kimberley Wagenknecht.
Men
Mundulla v High School
The game began with both teams light on players. High School led the attack with a near goal,
however Mundulla fought back sending the ball into their circle, only to be deflected off the post.
High School managed to gain the first short corner for the game, but they were unable to convert.
Some wonderful passing through the midfield sent the ball back into the High School’s attack, but it
did not stay their long as Mundulla fought back, drawing a short corner. Back in High School’s attack,
Scott Staude took on the Mundulla goalie to push the ball into the back of the goals for the first
score of the game. Mitch Stone tried hard to bring the ball into Mundulla’s attacking circle, however
was stopped by Sam Staude, bringing High School into their forward half once more. Tony Krop sent
the ball back into Mundulla’s attack, however once in the circle it was neatly cleared by High School
goalie Jake McCallum. James Verco was consistently strong in High School’s defence, with Sam
Staude and Matthew Wagenknecht working together well in the centre. Dylan Jenkin drew a short
corner for Mundulla; however nothing more amounted before half time was called.
The second half commenced with High School bringing the ball forward into their attack. This was
short lived as Reilly Sanders for Mundulla worked his way forward to score their first goal. With the
scores now even Mundulla kept the pressure on. However, High School seemed undeterred as they
ran the ball down the field, Brody Lock passing to Bob Gensicke who converted a goal for the team.
High School used their new found confidence to lead several more attacks, and in the dying minutes
tensions rose between teams. Play continued back and forth however neither team made any
further score before full time was called.
High School 2 d. Mundulla 1
High School- Best Players: Scott Staude, Nathan Pietsch, Matthew Wagenknecht. Goal Scorers: Scott
Staude, Bob Gensicke.
Mundulla- Best Players: Reilly Sanders, Paul Boston, Tony Krop. Goal Scorers: Reilly Sanders.
Bordertown v Willalooka
The game began quickly for Willalooka as they attacked hard. Rangers retaliated, pushing past the
defences for an early missed opportunity on goal. Matt Day had a high shot on goal for Willalooka,
missing the goals by hitting the corner post. Derek Butler moved quickly for Bordertown, directing
play in the centre. Fill-in Nathan Pietsch reinforced the short Rangers side, playing a strong defensive
game, as Zac Staude for Willalooka looked fast on the wing as he strived for an opportunity on goal.
Eventually gaining a short corner, Willalooka were unable to capitalise, however regained control to
draw another short corner, only to miss off the post. Bordertown attempted to bring the ball into
their attacking half as Caleb Duff used his skill to push past the Willalooka defence. However,
Willalooka again got it back for another short corner, just missing the goals with a hard shot from
Matt Day. Ryan Smith and Nathan Pietsch worked hard to clear the ball, as Nick Murdoch took the
opportunity to move into Rangers’ forward line. Simon Day for Willalooka remained consistently
strong in defence, clearing the ball back to attacking players. Neither team could convert a goal to
gain the upper hand on the opposition. Josh Victor produced some strong hits for Bordertown, but
failed to bring attacking opportunities to the game as Jake Lebrocque worked against his advances
along the wing. Eventually Matt Day broke through to score the first goal for the game to bring
Willalooka into a winning position before half time.
The second half began with Rangers attacking early as they pushed forward for some shots on goal.
They finally levelled the score through a high goal from Nick Murdoch. Short corners drawn at both
ends were unable to produce any goals. Trent Stewart worked hard in the centre for Rangers,
however could not prevent another Willalooka short corner. Ash Blackwell remained persistent for
Bordertown, helping to push into their attack. Dave Prosser defended strongly, passing through to
Barry Butler and Jake Lebrocque, who advanced into Willalooka’s attack. Todd Battersby supported
the attack well as Scott Hamilton directed some good play in the centre. Josh Victor and Nathan
Pietsch kept the pressure on the opposition, Dave Prosser once more clearing the ball. Despite their
efforts, neither team could further gain an advantage as the game ended with a draw.
Bordertown 1 drew with Willalooka 1
Bordertown- Best Players: Nathan Pietsch, Nick Murdoch, Ash Blackwell. Goal Scorers: Nick
Murdoch.
Willalooka- Best Players: Dave Prosser, Jake Lebrocque, Simon Day. Goal Scorers: Matt Day.
Next Matches
To follow the June long weekend on June 14 at Willalooka
Juniors
11am Paladins v Kings
11am Royals v Knights
Crusaders bye.
Women
1.15pm Willalooka v Bordertown
3pm High School v Keith Crows
Mundulla bye.
Men
1.15pm Mundulla v Rangers
3pm Willalooka v High School