Another great game of
hockey this week and another win for the Warriors! Alice Horsburgh, Shannon
Fisher, Wade Goodwin, Angelina Interlandi, Josh Horsburgh, Vanessa Gooden and
Larni Goodwin (team captain) all getting a piece of the action, as the Aztecs
provided some tight play.
Most Disciplined Player
was awarded to Shannon Fisher, well done.
Goals scorers: Josh
Horsburgh (4), Vanessa Gooden (1).
In the first half, the
Warriors two were relentless in attack with surge after surge into their
attacking half, Steph Coulter and Claire Giles were once again steadfast in
their application of defence. Warriors two scored 2 early goals but a blistering
run down the centre by Alannah Balcombe resulted in a fine solo goal. A late
goal by Warriors two made it 3 - 1 at half time. Warriors two scored the first
goal of the second half despite a valiant effort by Katilyn Spragg in the goals.
Ryan Giles fought hard to keep the ball moving forward and Chloe Balcombe added
much needed run to the engine room. Steph Coulter single-handed repelled many
forward runs from Warriors two assisted once again by Claire Giles. An amazing
save by Ryan Giles was a real highlight but a late goal saw the score end at 5
-1
Goal scorer: Alanah Balcombe (1)
The experience from the
Drouids under 9 team was evident on the field today as all our under 9s
demonstrated great teamwork and passing to share in goal scoring.
Congratulations to Jenna Wright (captain), Kelsey Powell, Nathan and Mikayla
Smith, Connah Smythe and Austin Williamson on their goals and Henry Grant and
Lachlan Pearson on some excellent defence. Many of our players were able to
score their first goal for the year. It was great to see the team working
together and enjoy the game.
Goal scorers: Kelsey Powell (2), Nathan Smith (1), Mikayla Smith (1), Connah
Smythe (1), Austin Williamson (1), Jenna Wright (1).
After a very cold start to the morning and as the sun started to come through Warriors were in action for a great. Tessa Martin dribbled the ball beautifully down the field. Warriors played a defensive game. It is good to see you all playing so well, great teamwork Warriors
One player down for the Aztecs. In the first half it was nil all. Some good pushes into Warriors defensive zone, with a couple of shots on goal that didn’t convert from Brittany Forrest. The second half Brittany did some good, aggressive pushing from Erin Park’s lead to score early in the second half. More good attacking challengers to the warrior’s defensive skills. Saffron Park took a long push from Brittany to score the second goal. Anthony Forrest was very strong in defence, good running from Erin Park. Rachel Prout good in defence. Most improved players were Brittany Forrest and Saffron Park
Goal scorers: Brittany Forrest (1), Saffron Park (1)
Friendly competition
between the coaches oozed over into a brilliant game between Gulls and Drouids.
Fantastic hustling from Chelsea Beca (captain) and Isaac Daly helped set up
Jarrod Smith’s goal from a formidable hit. Piper Hobson in goals stopped the
equalizer with flair. Second half saw great pressure from Mia Pedersen, Jarrod
Pearson and Sara Fleming and a magnificent goal from Nathan Smith. Great job
coaches!
Goal scorers: Jarrod Smith (1), Nathan Smith (1).
Warriors played a hard attacking game and worked well as a team. Olivia played a consistent game pushing forward with many attempts at goals. Hard work and determination eventually paid of with a goal scored by Nicholas Frost in the dying minutes of the game. Aztecs worked hard in defence and their goalie played a fantastic game. Well done Warriors.
Goal scorer: Nicholas Frost (1)
It was a great team effort by Drouids in cold weather. Zoe Bush played a great game that saw her win a match award. Captain Charlie Park was solid in defence as was Sam Watts who also received a match award. Tara Pederson was great in goal and deserves high praise just for putting on the muddy goalie gear. Lachlan Hannah was instrumental in many of Drouids attacking play. Robert Di Pietro also played a great game in the centre field. A really fantastic game from both sides
Goal scorers: Jack Shaddock (1), Lachlan Hannah (1).
The
first goal came from Eddie Edmonds following some neat passing inside the
circle. Despite some excellent individual efforts by Gulls and some very close
calls on goal, Drouids defence held firm with the goalie and Prue Grant
repelling goals on the line. The first of two big runs by Jacob Bush into the
circle resulted in Drouids second goal, scored by Jenna Pedersen. Drouids final
goal came from Jacob Bush with a strong hit from a short corner. Gulls sneaked
the final goal of the match in the dying two seconds of the game.
Goal scorers: Eddie
Edmonds (1), Jenna Pedersen (1), Jacob Bush (1).
After a short delay to the start of the
match due to a missing umpire, both teams got straight into the action, with the
first five minutes seeing both teams make attempts at goal. Much of the
early action happened right in the Aztecs goals with a series of short
corners called against Warriors, but none were successful in scoring due
to strong & determined defence by Warriors including Damian Crawford in goal.
By half time both teams were still locked at nil all, but it didn't take long
for Warriors to break through with a goal off a short by Brendan Noye.
Some of the big hitters had trouble keeping the ball on the ground because of
the atrocious condition of the field, which looked more like a crop of Cape
Weed. A second goal for Warriors came after another big hit by Brendan
come off an Aztec's stick, lobbing high into goal as everybody looked skywards
wondering what was going to happen. A short discussion by the umpires
confirmed another Warriors score under unusual conditions. Despite the
seemingly unstoppable attack of Aztecs' Luke Hall, Warriors didn't fail to
spoil every attempt to get the ball to goal by Aztecs. A quick
deflection for a 3rd goal by Jemma Rinehart sealed the game for Warriors,
who really looked like a co-ordinated team this week. All players did
a great job, showing huge determination and leaving Aztecs wondering what they
needed to do to get through.
The Aztecs began the game
with tow subs for the first time this season. Many early corners were taken by
the Aztecs with neither team scoring before the half. Warriors scored just into
the second half forcing the Aztecs to play catch-up hockey. A second goal, which
was deflected by the backs, went high in the air and unfortunately landed behind
the keeper to put Aztecs under further pressure. The Aztecs however, fought
valiantly and continued to win short corners.
Both teams were
undermanned to make the game very open. Two quick goals by Cam Price and Chris
Cooper set up an attacking forward plan. A third goal came before half time by
Luke Hall. The second half saw a more defensive game by both sides but Aztecs
held on to score a decisive victory with Luke Taylor scoring a fourth goal.
Goal scorers: by Luke
Hall (1), Luke Taylor (1), Cameron Price (2)
In a friendly and evenly matched game, Aztecs found themselves with two on the
bench this week, allowing for a regular run of fresh legs! All players
contributed well and the win was a fabulous team effort. The stand out player
was Sam Hill, who is having a great season on the half back line. She tackled
well with strong support from Jan Park, Cass Jolley and Steph Crookston. Alicia
Wood-Davies continues to attack well and Nat Tyson was really on the ball,
finally slotting one between the posts in the second half. Tiffany Bourke was a
key player on the wing and as usual Bridgette Ockerse was in everything. Jane
Rees and Steph Hill were well positioned and the final line of defence (Robyn,
Jackie and Barb) were proud of the attack was passing between each other.
Goal Scorer: Natalie Tyson (1).
Drouids def Gulls 5 – 0
The
Drouids men, complete with four subs, played an excellent game against Gulls
taking control from the start.
Dan Wiglesworth, Alistair Milne and Anthony
McDonald ran hard in the centre providing many opportunities for the forwards.
Sam Stenson played a solid game in defence,
supporting Chris Garden and Gordon Hobson in the back line. Michael Smythe (GK)
made some determined saves.
Goal scorers: John Thomson (2), Dillon Thompson (1), Chris Addison (1), Lucas Jamison (1).
A good effort by the boys today. We were unfortunate
to let two goals through in the space of about a minute in the first
half. Aztecs were bringing the ball down very fast making it very difficult to
defend.
Steve
Kehayas worked tirelessly all game across halfback, likewise Michael Bridgeman
who also scored a great goal. Bruce king wore a couple of heavy hits for
the team, and Nev Dyt wore a beauty on the neck, another player who is improving
every week. Awe - inspiring
performance from Stuart Horsburgh at full back (If
no one else wants to write the press report then I’ll lie as much as I want to!).
It really was a good effort and we were unlucky not to get a couple more goals,
better luck next time boys.