Men’s Country Week 2010 – June 12th – 14th
The 2010 Men's Wimmera Country Week team improved greatly this year by almost making the division 3 grand final at Footscray Hockey Club in Melbourne. The last two Country Week competitions had seen the Wimmera team come dead last, only managing a few goals with barely any wins.
Our first game against the Under 15 Victorian “Lightning” Development Team was a high scoring affair from both sides. The Lightning players had plenty of skills and the legs to run, but backed themselves too much when going one on one causing lots of turnovers. After the first half of the game we had gained 'turf legs' and had settled in to a fast passing game. The final score was 5 – 5, Wimmera’s goal scorers were Stuart Hoffman, Josh Creek, Josh Halsall, Aaron Creek and Jarrod Knoop.
Our second game against Central Victoria saw our passing and attacking plays improve. The Wimmera team is made up of players from different teams that usually play against each other. We had only had about an hour to practice together before the start of the competition. Looking back on the weekend it was obvious that our first two games were our best because we weren't tired from exploring Melbourne’s nightlife. Jarrod Knoop’s two goal haul for the Wimmera team brought them into the lead late in the last half, beating Central Victoria 2 – 1.
The third game saw us go up against Warrnambool for a tough game that ended in a 1 all draw. There were plenty of turnovers, short corners, fast plays and strong defence from both teams which kept the score down. Joel Wilkosz played his best game of the competition by saving multiple and successive shots at the Wimmera goal.
The last game ended in a defeat from the North Central team 3 goals to 0. Being the fourth game in the competition we were very tired and North Central played an excellent attacking and defensive game.
Even though the Men’s Wimmera team are not used to winning many games, Country Week is quite a fun weekend with like minded hockey players from country areas just like the Wimmera. The Wimmera team would like to thank Colleen Halsall and Simon King for their roles in helping to organise the Wimmera Team for Country Week.
The 2010 Men's Wimmera Country Week team:
Joel Wilkosz, Ryan Booth, Ryan Robson, James Terry, Josh Creek, George Nikkleson, Josh Halsall, Brett Tischler, Darren Brown, Aaron Creek, Craig Bowler, Jamie Wardle, Jarrod Knoop, Tristan Knoop, Stuart Hoffman
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Round 9 Review
Juniors
Warracknabeal Revengers took on the Nhill Leopards and came out on top in a very close and even match. Full back Jordan Williams managed to score for the Revengers, earning 3 umpires votes in the process. Adam Furey, 2 votes and Tiffany Bull, 1 vote were the other Revengers best players. Best on ground for the Leopards were Shaun Greenburger, 3 votes, Oscar Stephen, 2 votes and Molly Webb, 1 vote.
The Kaniva Raiders had a hard game against the top team the Yanac Warriors. The Warriors started off the game as usual with some good attacking play and by half time they had scored 4 goals. By full time the Warriors at scored another 4 goals. The Raiders certainly didn't give up and scored a goal of their own through Jordan Clark. Goals and votes for Warriors went to Sam Bone, 3 votes and 4 goals, Bradley Alexander, 2 votes and Alex Wheaton, 1 vote. Votes for Raiders went to Joe McDonald, 3 votes, Braden Clark, 2 votes, Lachlan Clark, 1 vote and Braden Rich, 1 vote.
As anticipated, the Dimboola Kookaburras were too strong and experienced for the Horsham Bombers. By half time the Kookaburras had amassed 5 goals. The Kookaburras continual attacks wore down the Bombers defenses and by the end of the game the Kookaburras had scored another 6 goals. The Kookaburras goal scorers were Jamie Guerin, 6 goals, 1 vote and a green card. James Keating, 1 vote, Jayrell Guzarem, 3 votes, Louis Haines, 2 votes, Ashlee Crowhurst and Nick Crowhurst all scored one goal each. Bombers best players were unsurprisingly the defensive players, Jo Ellis, 3 votes, Elly O'Conner, 2 votes, Ange McTaggert and Will Gulline received 1 vote each.
Women
An exciting match was played by the Warracknabeal Women against the Dimboola Women, but the home ground advantage didn't help Warracknabeal to win. Elizabeth Klinge was a stand out player for Dimboola at half back, helping to stop the Warracknabeal attacking plays and earning 3 votes. Similarly, Tammy Goyne played an excellent game for Warracknabeal at half back and earned 3 votes and a goal. Dimboola made the most of their chances during the game and scored a total of 5 goals through Kristin Klinge, 2 goals and 1 vote, Zoe Harberger, Michelle Searle and Judith Albrecht with 1 goal each. Meaghan Pohlner rounded out the Dimboola's best by getting 2 votes. Alana Argent helped Warracknabeal stay in the game with a goal of her own, but it wasn't enough. Linley Arnold-Wardle and Nakita Langman received 2 and 1 umpires votes respectively.
The Yanac Women took down the Kaniva Women 3 goals to 0. Yanac's defense stood out and got the umpires votes – Jo Pedie, 3 votes, Erin Blackwood, 2 votes and Jo Wheaton with 1 vote. Yanac's 3 goals went to Erin Blackwood, Jill Kube and Sharon Croot. Kaniva's best were Roey Sanders, 3 votes, Samantha Wallis, 2 votes and Kayla Sanderson with 1 vote.
Unfortunately the Nhill Thunderbirds forfeited to the Horsham Highlanders.
Men
Although the Horsham Hurricanes started well with lots of attacking plays, they couldn't beat the Nhill Rangers. The Hurricanes had lots of clean possessions, but couldn't score when in their attacking circle. The Rangers stepped up in the second half of the game, and scored a single goal through Mont Miller. The Rangers held onto their 1 goal lead for the rest of the half despite the Hurricanes desperate attacks. Votes for the Rangers went to Graeme Janetzki , 3votes, Jarrod Bendal, 2 votes, Trevor James and Taylor Dent with 1 vote each. Best for the Hurricanes were Paul Mackereth, 3 votes, Stuart Hoffman, 2 votes and Launa Schilling who filled in from the Horsham Highlanders with 1 vote.
The Warracknabeal Hoops and Dimboola Men played a fast and open game that ended win a draw despite both teams pushing hard in attack. Warracknabeal took the lead close to the end of the first half with a brilliant goal from Jarrod Knoop off a short corner. Dimboola evened the score 20 minutes into the final 35 minute half, making for an exciting finish to the game with fast and courageous play from both teams. Nathan Jorgensen scored Dimboola's only goal, and got 1 vote from the umpires. James Klinge, 3 votes and Craig Searle, 2 votes also stood out for Dimboola. Hoops best were Paul Slater, 3 votes, Darren Brown, 2 votes and Barry Schilling, 1 vote.
The final mens game of the day saw Yanac Tigers return to their impressive winning form against the Kaniva Men. The Tigers scored very early in the first half, and were able to make quick turnarounds to put pressure on to Kaniva's back line. The final goal tally and votes for the Tigers was 7 goals which went to Jim Kramer, 2 goals and 1 vote, Kim Croot, 1 goal and 3 votes, Craig Magrath, 1 goal and 1 vote, Daniel Kennedy, 1 goal, Jamie Harding, 1 goal, Nathan Alexander, 1 goal, Simon Farmers, 2 votes. Kaniva's best on ground went to Clint Beattie, 3 votes, goalie Matt Wallis, 2 votes and Josh Bedford with 1 vote.
Warracknabeal Revengers took on the Nhill Leopards and came out on top in a very close and even match. Full back Jordan Williams managed to score for the Revengers, earning 3 umpires votes in the process. Adam Furey, 2 votes and Tiffany Bull, 1 vote were the other Revengers best players. Best on ground for the Leopards were Shaun Greenburger, 3 votes, Oscar Stephen, 2 votes and Molly Webb, 1 vote.
The Kaniva Raiders had a hard game against the top team the Yanac Warriors. The Warriors started off the game as usual with some good attacking play and by half time they had scored 4 goals. By full time the Warriors at scored another 4 goals. The Raiders certainly didn't give up and scored a goal of their own through Jordan Clark. Goals and votes for Warriors went to Sam Bone, 3 votes and 4 goals, Bradley Alexander, 2 votes and Alex Wheaton, 1 vote. Votes for Raiders went to Joe McDonald, 3 votes, Braden Clark, 2 votes, Lachlan Clark, 1 vote and Braden Rich, 1 vote.
As anticipated, the Dimboola Kookaburras were too strong and experienced for the Horsham Bombers. By half time the Kookaburras had amassed 5 goals. The Kookaburras continual attacks wore down the Bombers defenses and by the end of the game the Kookaburras had scored another 6 goals. The Kookaburras goal scorers were Jamie Guerin, 6 goals, 1 vote and a green card. James Keating, 1 vote, Jayrell Guzarem, 3 votes, Louis Haines, 2 votes, Ashlee Crowhurst and Nick Crowhurst all scored one goal each. Bombers best players were unsurprisingly the defensive players, Jo Ellis, 3 votes, Elly O'Conner, 2 votes, Ange McTaggert and Will Gulline received 1 vote each.
Women
An exciting match was played by the Warracknabeal Women against the Dimboola Women, but the home ground advantage didn't help Warracknabeal to win. Elizabeth Klinge was a stand out player for Dimboola at half back, helping to stop the Warracknabeal attacking plays and earning 3 votes. Similarly, Tammy Goyne played an excellent game for Warracknabeal at half back and earned 3 votes and a goal. Dimboola made the most of their chances during the game and scored a total of 5 goals through Kristin Klinge, 2 goals and 1 vote, Zoe Harberger, Michelle Searle and Judith Albrecht with 1 goal each. Meaghan Pohlner rounded out the Dimboola's best by getting 2 votes. Alana Argent helped Warracknabeal stay in the game with a goal of her own, but it wasn't enough. Linley Arnold-Wardle and Nakita Langman received 2 and 1 umpires votes respectively.
The Yanac Women took down the Kaniva Women 3 goals to 0. Yanac's defense stood out and got the umpires votes – Jo Pedie, 3 votes, Erin Blackwood, 2 votes and Jo Wheaton with 1 vote. Yanac's 3 goals went to Erin Blackwood, Jill Kube and Sharon Croot. Kaniva's best were Roey Sanders, 3 votes, Samantha Wallis, 2 votes and Kayla Sanderson with 1 vote.
Unfortunately the Nhill Thunderbirds forfeited to the Horsham Highlanders.
Men
Although the Horsham Hurricanes started well with lots of attacking plays, they couldn't beat the Nhill Rangers. The Hurricanes had lots of clean possessions, but couldn't score when in their attacking circle. The Rangers stepped up in the second half of the game, and scored a single goal through Mont Miller. The Rangers held onto their 1 goal lead for the rest of the half despite the Hurricanes desperate attacks. Votes for the Rangers went to Graeme Janetzki , 3votes, Jarrod Bendal, 2 votes, Trevor James and Taylor Dent with 1 vote each. Best for the Hurricanes were Paul Mackereth, 3 votes, Stuart Hoffman, 2 votes and Launa Schilling who filled in from the Horsham Highlanders with 1 vote.
The Warracknabeal Hoops and Dimboola Men played a fast and open game that ended win a draw despite both teams pushing hard in attack. Warracknabeal took the lead close to the end of the first half with a brilliant goal from Jarrod Knoop off a short corner. Dimboola evened the score 20 minutes into the final 35 minute half, making for an exciting finish to the game with fast and courageous play from both teams. Nathan Jorgensen scored Dimboola's only goal, and got 1 vote from the umpires. James Klinge, 3 votes and Craig Searle, 2 votes also stood out for Dimboola. Hoops best were Paul Slater, 3 votes, Darren Brown, 2 votes and Barry Schilling, 1 vote.
The final mens game of the day saw Yanac Tigers return to their impressive winning form against the Kaniva Men. The Tigers scored very early in the first half, and were able to make quick turnarounds to put pressure on to Kaniva's back line. The final goal tally and votes for the Tigers was 7 goals which went to Jim Kramer, 2 goals and 1 vote, Kim Croot, 1 goal and 3 votes, Craig Magrath, 1 goal and 1 vote, Daniel Kennedy, 1 goal, Jamie Harding, 1 goal, Nathan Alexander, 1 goal, Simon Farmers, 2 votes. Kaniva's best on ground went to Clint Beattie, 3 votes, goalie Matt Wallis, 2 votes and Josh Bedford with 1 vote.
Round 8 Review
Juniors
The young Nhill Leopards played well as a team and held onto a win against the Dimboola Kangaroos. Vic Janetzki scored the Leopards winning goal, earning him a vote from the umpires. The other votes for the Leopards went to Brady Newcombe, 3 votes, Taylor Dent, 2 votes and Emma Janetzki, 1 vote. Kanagroos votes went to Melaie Webb, 3 votes, Kelly Smithyman, 2 votes and Brydon Tishler, 1 vote and a green card.
The Warriors continue their unbeaten form after defeating the Kookaburras. The Warriors started the half extremely well by scoring 2 early goals, putting the Kookaburras on the back foot. The Kookaburras then defended the Warriors attacks successfully for the rest of the first half. The second half saw the Warriors continue their attacks, wearing down the Kookaburras defense until scoring again twice late in the half. Final score was Warriors 4, Kookaburras 0. Votes and goals for Warriors went to Loiuse Bone, 3 votes and 1 goal, Nathan Alexander, 2 votes, Bradly Alexander, 1 vote and 1 goal, Alex Wheaton and Sam Dorrington, 1 goal each. Kookaburras votes went to Maydelen Occenola, 3 votes, Jamie Guerin, 2 votes and Louis Haines with 1 vote.
The Warracknabeal Revengers went down to the Kaniva Raiders in an exciting match. Both teams made some strong attacks in the first half, but it was the Raiders that capitalised by scoring 2 goals. The second half saw the Revengers winger Krystal Edwards score a goal keeping them in the game, but the Raiders answered back quickly with another goal of their own. The final score was Raiders 3, Revengers 1. Votes for Raiders went to Branden Rich, 3 votes, Joe McDonald, 2 votes and Lachie Mills and Duncan Shalders, 1 vote each. Revengers vote earners were Nakita Langman, 3 votes, Adam Furey, 2 votes, Jessie Furey and goalie Ellie Woods, 1 vote each. Darius Cosgrave spent time off the field after receiving a yellow card, leaving a gap in the Revengers back line.
Women
The Horsham Highlanders played some excellent team hockey to win against the Yanac Women. Highlanders were able to penetrate their attacking circle with some accurate passing, and took advantage by scoring 4 goals for the game. Erin Blackwood stood out for Yanac's defense, earning 3votes, Jessica Wheaton, 2 votes and Jo Wheaton, 1 vote. Highlanders votes and goals went to Launa Schilling, 3 votes and 1 goal, Robyn creek, 2 votes and one goal, Elfie O'Conner, 1 vote and Ellie Morrow with 2 goals.
In a one sided game, Dimboola Women scored 10 goals and kept Kaniva Women scoreless. Kaniva's inexperienced new players were no match for the in form Dimboola forwards. Simone Mitchell's first game for Kaniva as goalie was as tough as it could get and was commended on her effort. At half time Dimboola had scored a haul of 5 goals. The second half saw Meaghan Pohlner control Dimboola's whole defensive left side of the field with fantastic passing, earning 3 votes. Rachael Clark had a tough and busy game in Kaniva's half back line, but fought well earning herself 3 votes. Kaniva's 2 and 1 votes went to goalie Simone Mitchell and Claire Riches respectively. Dimboola's long list of goal scorers – Michelle Searle, 4 goals and 2 votes, Meaghan Pohlner, Marllie Sallmann, Kelsey Webb, Jessica Ross, Zoe Harberger and Judith Albrecht with 1 goal each. Kelsey Webb also received Dimboola's minor vote.
Nhill Thunderbirds stepped up this week to avoid losing to the Warracknabeal Women. The first half saw some slow and rough play due to the wet weather. Warracknabeal dominated the first half scoring a goal through Nakita Langman while allowing the Thunderbirds only a few attacking chances. The second half saw the Thunderbirds improve their attacking play to allow Leah Bailey a conversion. Votes for Warracknabeal went to Alan Argent at half back, 3 votes, Linley Arnold-Wardle at centre forward, 2 votes, Jess Furey and Nakita Langman earned 1 vote each. Votes for Thunderbirds went to Jeanette McLeod at half back, 3 votes, Michelle Farina at half back, 2 votes and Leah Bailey at centre forward.
Men
Kaniva and Dimboola Men played a rushed and furious game, with Kaniva coming out victorious. The slow and wet conditions hampered both teams and took some adjusting to. Kaniva used a long hitting game to take the lead in the first half by scoring 2 goals to Dimboola's single goal. Desperate play from both teams in the second half saw more goal scoring from both teams. Dimboola was fighting to catch up to Kaniva's lead, creating frustration and affecting their game. The final score was Kaniva 4, Dimboola 2. Votes and goals for Kaniva went to Christian Stimson, 3 votes, Brett Jewel, 2 votes, Adam Wallis, 1 vote, Jordan Clark, 1 goal and Braden Clark, 3 goals. Dimboola's votes and goals went to James Klinge, 3 votes and 1 goal, Ryan Booth, 2 votes, Carl Nuske, 1 vote, Sam Wunderzitz, 1 vote, and Nathan Jorgensen with 1 goal.
The Warracknabeal Hoops started with aggressive attacking play against the Nhill rangers, resulting in 3 goals in the first few minutes of the game. The rest of the first half remained scoreless. The second half saw Warracknabeal add 1 more goal to their total, with Nhill unable to execute any successful attacking plays. Votes and goals for Hoops went to Darren Brown, 3 votes,Paul Slater, 2 goals 2 votes, Ethan Schilling, 1 goal and Markus Williamson with 1 goal and 1 vote. Rangers goal went to Rodney Reichelt, votes went to David Reichelt, 3 votes, Mont Miller, 2 votes and Grady Janetzki with 1 vote.
The Horsham Hurricanes were lucky that the Yanac Tigers couldn't score from their many chances and were able to come out on top. In an exciting close game both teams had several short corners and attacking plays in the first half, but couldn't convert. Despite the slow and wet ground, both teams showed great stick skills with their many attacking plays. Hurricanes forward Ben Schwedes scored a goal from a short corner, bouncing over defenders sticks and goalies pads. Yanac came back after the goal to step up their attack , but couldn't convert. Votes for Hurricanes went to backs Paul Mackereth, 3 votes, Stuart Hoffman, 2 votes and Richard Kemp, 1 vote. Yanac's votes went to forwards Simon Farmers, 3 votes, Kim Croot, 2 votes and Adam Clohesy, 1 vote.
The young Nhill Leopards played well as a team and held onto a win against the Dimboola Kangaroos. Vic Janetzki scored the Leopards winning goal, earning him a vote from the umpires. The other votes for the Leopards went to Brady Newcombe, 3 votes, Taylor Dent, 2 votes and Emma Janetzki, 1 vote. Kanagroos votes went to Melaie Webb, 3 votes, Kelly Smithyman, 2 votes and Brydon Tishler, 1 vote and a green card.
The Warriors continue their unbeaten form after defeating the Kookaburras. The Warriors started the half extremely well by scoring 2 early goals, putting the Kookaburras on the back foot. The Kookaburras then defended the Warriors attacks successfully for the rest of the first half. The second half saw the Warriors continue their attacks, wearing down the Kookaburras defense until scoring again twice late in the half. Final score was Warriors 4, Kookaburras 0. Votes and goals for Warriors went to Loiuse Bone, 3 votes and 1 goal, Nathan Alexander, 2 votes, Bradly Alexander, 1 vote and 1 goal, Alex Wheaton and Sam Dorrington, 1 goal each. Kookaburras votes went to Maydelen Occenola, 3 votes, Jamie Guerin, 2 votes and Louis Haines with 1 vote.
The Warracknabeal Revengers went down to the Kaniva Raiders in an exciting match. Both teams made some strong attacks in the first half, but it was the Raiders that capitalised by scoring 2 goals. The second half saw the Revengers winger Krystal Edwards score a goal keeping them in the game, but the Raiders answered back quickly with another goal of their own. The final score was Raiders 3, Revengers 1. Votes for Raiders went to Branden Rich, 3 votes, Joe McDonald, 2 votes and Lachie Mills and Duncan Shalders, 1 vote each. Revengers vote earners were Nakita Langman, 3 votes, Adam Furey, 2 votes, Jessie Furey and goalie Ellie Woods, 1 vote each. Darius Cosgrave spent time off the field after receiving a yellow card, leaving a gap in the Revengers back line.
Women
The Horsham Highlanders played some excellent team hockey to win against the Yanac Women. Highlanders were able to penetrate their attacking circle with some accurate passing, and took advantage by scoring 4 goals for the game. Erin Blackwood stood out for Yanac's defense, earning 3votes, Jessica Wheaton, 2 votes and Jo Wheaton, 1 vote. Highlanders votes and goals went to Launa Schilling, 3 votes and 1 goal, Robyn creek, 2 votes and one goal, Elfie O'Conner, 1 vote and Ellie Morrow with 2 goals.
In a one sided game, Dimboola Women scored 10 goals and kept Kaniva Women scoreless. Kaniva's inexperienced new players were no match for the in form Dimboola forwards. Simone Mitchell's first game for Kaniva as goalie was as tough as it could get and was commended on her effort. At half time Dimboola had scored a haul of 5 goals. The second half saw Meaghan Pohlner control Dimboola's whole defensive left side of the field with fantastic passing, earning 3 votes. Rachael Clark had a tough and busy game in Kaniva's half back line, but fought well earning herself 3 votes. Kaniva's 2 and 1 votes went to goalie Simone Mitchell and Claire Riches respectively. Dimboola's long list of goal scorers – Michelle Searle, 4 goals and 2 votes, Meaghan Pohlner, Marllie Sallmann, Kelsey Webb, Jessica Ross, Zoe Harberger and Judith Albrecht with 1 goal each. Kelsey Webb also received Dimboola's minor vote.
Nhill Thunderbirds stepped up this week to avoid losing to the Warracknabeal Women. The first half saw some slow and rough play due to the wet weather. Warracknabeal dominated the first half scoring a goal through Nakita Langman while allowing the Thunderbirds only a few attacking chances. The second half saw the Thunderbirds improve their attacking play to allow Leah Bailey a conversion. Votes for Warracknabeal went to Alan Argent at half back, 3 votes, Linley Arnold-Wardle at centre forward, 2 votes, Jess Furey and Nakita Langman earned 1 vote each. Votes for Thunderbirds went to Jeanette McLeod at half back, 3 votes, Michelle Farina at half back, 2 votes and Leah Bailey at centre forward.
Men
Kaniva and Dimboola Men played a rushed and furious game, with Kaniva coming out victorious. The slow and wet conditions hampered both teams and took some adjusting to. Kaniva used a long hitting game to take the lead in the first half by scoring 2 goals to Dimboola's single goal. Desperate play from both teams in the second half saw more goal scoring from both teams. Dimboola was fighting to catch up to Kaniva's lead, creating frustration and affecting their game. The final score was Kaniva 4, Dimboola 2. Votes and goals for Kaniva went to Christian Stimson, 3 votes, Brett Jewel, 2 votes, Adam Wallis, 1 vote, Jordan Clark, 1 goal and Braden Clark, 3 goals. Dimboola's votes and goals went to James Klinge, 3 votes and 1 goal, Ryan Booth, 2 votes, Carl Nuske, 1 vote, Sam Wunderzitz, 1 vote, and Nathan Jorgensen with 1 goal.
The Warracknabeal Hoops started with aggressive attacking play against the Nhill rangers, resulting in 3 goals in the first few minutes of the game. The rest of the first half remained scoreless. The second half saw Warracknabeal add 1 more goal to their total, with Nhill unable to execute any successful attacking plays. Votes and goals for Hoops went to Darren Brown, 3 votes,Paul Slater, 2 goals 2 votes, Ethan Schilling, 1 goal and Markus Williamson with 1 goal and 1 vote. Rangers goal went to Rodney Reichelt, votes went to David Reichelt, 3 votes, Mont Miller, 2 votes and Grady Janetzki with 1 vote.
The Horsham Hurricanes were lucky that the Yanac Tigers couldn't score from their many chances and were able to come out on top. In an exciting close game both teams had several short corners and attacking plays in the first half, but couldn't convert. Despite the slow and wet ground, both teams showed great stick skills with their many attacking plays. Hurricanes forward Ben Schwedes scored a goal from a short corner, bouncing over defenders sticks and goalies pads. Yanac came back after the goal to step up their attack , but couldn't convert. Votes for Hurricanes went to backs Paul Mackereth, 3 votes, Stuart Hoffman, 2 votes and Richard Kemp, 1 vote. Yanac's votes went to forwards Simon Farmers, 3 votes, Kim Croot, 2 votes and Adam Clohesy, 1 vote.
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Round 7 Review
Juniors
Both the Dimboola the Kangaroos and the Kookaburras teams played against each other in an exciting close fought match. The flat surface at Dimboola allowed for a skillful high scoring game. Jamie Guerin backed up his form from last game and scored the Kookaburras 4 goals, helping them to another win. Votes for Kookaburras went to Jamie Guerin (3 votes), James Keating (2 votes), Ashlee Crowhurst and Jayrell Guzarem (1 vote each). Votes and goals for Kangaroos were earned by Brydon Tischler (3 votes), Michael Pohlner (2 votes, 2 goals), Caleb Halsall (1 vote), Melaie Webb (1 vote) and Lachlan Lehmann (1 goal).
The Kaniva Raiders had a very easy game in bad weather against the Horsham Bombers, scoring 14 unanswered goals. The Bombers were short a number of players, but were fortunate enough that the Radiers had too many, and could lend some players. The Raiders struck very early with some good passing by Lachie Mills and Brandon Rich. Adam Feder and Bobby Rabowe scored their first ever goals for the Raiders. Jo Ellis (3 votes) in goals and Adam Schwedes (2 votes) in full back played a good game for the Bombers, but couldn't hold back the Raiders onslaught. William Gulline (1 vote) has improved over the last season for the Bombers, and played well at half back. Votes and goals for the Raiders went to Lachie Mills (3 votes, 2 goals), Lachlan Clark (2 votes, 2 goals), Branden Rich (1 vote, 3 goals), Jordan Clark (2 goals), Braden Clark (3 goals), Bobby Rabowe and Adam Feder (1 goal each).
The Yanac Warriors played another great game against the Warracknabeal Revengers. Yanac dominated the first half using the flat Dimboola ground to execute some great passing and attacking plays, netting them several goals. The second half saw the Revengers step up their defense with Nakita Langman and Darius Cosgrave playing strongly, but it wasn't enough to stop the Warriors who continued to score. Goals and votes for Warriors went to Bradley Alexander (3 votes, 4 goals), Nathan Alexander (2 votes), Sam Bone and Todd Alexander (both with 1 vote, 1 goal).
Women
The Kaniva Women fought against the Highlanders, but it wasn't their day. Highlanders attacked early but were unable to score until Kaniva put in an own goal, giving Highlanders a goal. The Highlanders continued to attack and managed to score another 2 goals before the end of the half. In the second half, the highlanders added another 3 goals to their total. Kaniva were unable to put a goal in the net. Votes and goals for Highlanders – Ellie Morrow (3 votes, 3 goals), Robyn Creek (2 votes), Carmel McFarlane (1 vote, 1 goal), Clare Barnett (1 goal). For Kaniva – Claire Riches (3 votes), Rachel Clark (2 votes), Samantha Wallis and Lisa Stimson (1 vote each).
Dimboola Women earned another win at the expense of the Nhill Thunderbirds. The first half saw both teams attacking well, although the Thunderbirds had trouble converting. One good run from the Thunderbirds resulted in a goal, keeping them in the game. Dimboola wound up the half with a total of 3 goals. After the break Dimboola ran away with the game scoring another 2 goals. The Thunderbirds continued to attack hard but couldn't score again. Dimboola's votes and goals went to Christa Rogers (3 votes, 1 goal), Elizabeth Klinge (2 votes, 1 goal), Jessica Ross (1 vote), Zoe Aitken (1 vote), Marli Sallman, Meaghan Hannell and Jennifer Klinge (all scored 1 goal). Thunderbirds goal and votes went to Pam Cramer (3 votes), Leah Bailey (2 votes), Grace McLeod (1 vote) and Christy Marias (1 goal).
Warracknabeal women and Yanac Women played a very close match with fast play and great passing. Yanac managed to come out on top with some brilliant back line play from Erin Blackwood (3 votes), Alana Colbert (2 votes) and Jessica Wheaton (1 vote). Up forward the goal scorers for Yanac were Sheree Shurdington and Jill Kube. Warracknabeal had some hope with a goal from Linley Arnold-Wardle (2 votes). Other votes for Warracknabeal went to Tammy Goyne (3 votes), Alana Argent and Nakita Langman (1 vote each).
Men
Kaniva Men went down to the Horsham Hurricanes in a close game. Hurricanes were a few players short again this week, but were happy to receive 2 of the Horsham women players and a Warracknabeal Hoops player to make up numbers. The flat even ground of Kaniva helped both teams to use skillful passing to make some attacking plays. Kaniva scored a goal early in the first half putting them in good stead for the rest of the game. The Hurricanes didn't give up and were able to come out on top with 3 goals to Kaniva's 1 goal. Hurricanes votes and goals went to Paul Mackereth (3 votes), Aaron Creek (2 votes), Jarrod Knoop (Hoops player, 1 vote, 1 goal), Robyn Creek (Highlanders player, 1 vote), Ash Clark (1 goal) and Ben Schwedes (1 goal). Kaniva Men's votes and goal went to Josh Bedford (3 votes), Clint Beattie (2 votes) and Christian Stimson (1 goal, 1 vote).
The Warracknabeal Hoops played an excellent game against the Yanac Tigers. Hoops came out hard and fast scoring two early goals, which put the Tigers on the back foot in the first half. The second half saw the Tigers show their true form, stopping Warracknabeal from scoring any other goals and scoring 2 themselves. The game went down to the wire with Warracknabeal almost able to score a final goal after the whistle in a short corner, but they ended up drawing with the Tigers. Votes and goals for the Hoops went to Marcus Williamson (3 votes, 1 goal), Darren Brown (2 votes), Marcus Keam (1 vote) and Jarrod Knoop (1 goal). Tigers best players and goals went to Michael Dart (3 votes), Vern Wheaton (2 votes), Tom Cook (1 vote), Kim Croot and Adam Clohesy (1 goal each).
Dimboola Men and Nhill Rangers played a very close game. Dimboola Men scored early in the first half, and the rest of the game for the Rangers was playing catch up while holding back the Dimboola's attacks. In the end Dimboola held out the Rangers long enough to pull off a close win. Votes for Dimboola went to the back line – Ryan Booth (3 votes), James Klinge (2 votes) and Tim Jorgensen (1 vote). Dimboola's winning goal was scored by Sam Wundersitz. Votes for the Rangers were earned by David Reichelt (3 votes), Graeme Janetzki (2 votes) and Trevor James (1 vote).
Both the Dimboola the Kangaroos and the Kookaburras teams played against each other in an exciting close fought match. The flat surface at Dimboola allowed for a skillful high scoring game. Jamie Guerin backed up his form from last game and scored the Kookaburras 4 goals, helping them to another win. Votes for Kookaburras went to Jamie Guerin (3 votes), James Keating (2 votes), Ashlee Crowhurst and Jayrell Guzarem (1 vote each). Votes and goals for Kangaroos were earned by Brydon Tischler (3 votes), Michael Pohlner (2 votes, 2 goals), Caleb Halsall (1 vote), Melaie Webb (1 vote) and Lachlan Lehmann (1 goal).
The Kaniva Raiders had a very easy game in bad weather against the Horsham Bombers, scoring 14 unanswered goals. The Bombers were short a number of players, but were fortunate enough that the Radiers had too many, and could lend some players. The Raiders struck very early with some good passing by Lachie Mills and Brandon Rich. Adam Feder and Bobby Rabowe scored their first ever goals for the Raiders. Jo Ellis (3 votes) in goals and Adam Schwedes (2 votes) in full back played a good game for the Bombers, but couldn't hold back the Raiders onslaught. William Gulline (1 vote) has improved over the last season for the Bombers, and played well at half back. Votes and goals for the Raiders went to Lachie Mills (3 votes, 2 goals), Lachlan Clark (2 votes, 2 goals), Branden Rich (1 vote, 3 goals), Jordan Clark (2 goals), Braden Clark (3 goals), Bobby Rabowe and Adam Feder (1 goal each).
The Yanac Warriors played another great game against the Warracknabeal Revengers. Yanac dominated the first half using the flat Dimboola ground to execute some great passing and attacking plays, netting them several goals. The second half saw the Revengers step up their defense with Nakita Langman and Darius Cosgrave playing strongly, but it wasn't enough to stop the Warriors who continued to score. Goals and votes for Warriors went to Bradley Alexander (3 votes, 4 goals), Nathan Alexander (2 votes), Sam Bone and Todd Alexander (both with 1 vote, 1 goal).
Women
The Kaniva Women fought against the Highlanders, but it wasn't their day. Highlanders attacked early but were unable to score until Kaniva put in an own goal, giving Highlanders a goal. The Highlanders continued to attack and managed to score another 2 goals before the end of the half. In the second half, the highlanders added another 3 goals to their total. Kaniva were unable to put a goal in the net. Votes and goals for Highlanders – Ellie Morrow (3 votes, 3 goals), Robyn Creek (2 votes), Carmel McFarlane (1 vote, 1 goal), Clare Barnett (1 goal). For Kaniva – Claire Riches (3 votes), Rachel Clark (2 votes), Samantha Wallis and Lisa Stimson (1 vote each).
Dimboola Women earned another win at the expense of the Nhill Thunderbirds. The first half saw both teams attacking well, although the Thunderbirds had trouble converting. One good run from the Thunderbirds resulted in a goal, keeping them in the game. Dimboola wound up the half with a total of 3 goals. After the break Dimboola ran away with the game scoring another 2 goals. The Thunderbirds continued to attack hard but couldn't score again. Dimboola's votes and goals went to Christa Rogers (3 votes, 1 goal), Elizabeth Klinge (2 votes, 1 goal), Jessica Ross (1 vote), Zoe Aitken (1 vote), Marli Sallman, Meaghan Hannell and Jennifer Klinge (all scored 1 goal). Thunderbirds goal and votes went to Pam Cramer (3 votes), Leah Bailey (2 votes), Grace McLeod (1 vote) and Christy Marias (1 goal).
Warracknabeal women and Yanac Women played a very close match with fast play and great passing. Yanac managed to come out on top with some brilliant back line play from Erin Blackwood (3 votes), Alana Colbert (2 votes) and Jessica Wheaton (1 vote). Up forward the goal scorers for Yanac were Sheree Shurdington and Jill Kube. Warracknabeal had some hope with a goal from Linley Arnold-Wardle (2 votes). Other votes for Warracknabeal went to Tammy Goyne (3 votes), Alana Argent and Nakita Langman (1 vote each).
Men
Kaniva Men went down to the Horsham Hurricanes in a close game. Hurricanes were a few players short again this week, but were happy to receive 2 of the Horsham women players and a Warracknabeal Hoops player to make up numbers. The flat even ground of Kaniva helped both teams to use skillful passing to make some attacking plays. Kaniva scored a goal early in the first half putting them in good stead for the rest of the game. The Hurricanes didn't give up and were able to come out on top with 3 goals to Kaniva's 1 goal. Hurricanes votes and goals went to Paul Mackereth (3 votes), Aaron Creek (2 votes), Jarrod Knoop (Hoops player, 1 vote, 1 goal), Robyn Creek (Highlanders player, 1 vote), Ash Clark (1 goal) and Ben Schwedes (1 goal). Kaniva Men's votes and goal went to Josh Bedford (3 votes), Clint Beattie (2 votes) and Christian Stimson (1 goal, 1 vote).
The Warracknabeal Hoops played an excellent game against the Yanac Tigers. Hoops came out hard and fast scoring two early goals, which put the Tigers on the back foot in the first half. The second half saw the Tigers show their true form, stopping Warracknabeal from scoring any other goals and scoring 2 themselves. The game went down to the wire with Warracknabeal almost able to score a final goal after the whistle in a short corner, but they ended up drawing with the Tigers. Votes and goals for the Hoops went to Marcus Williamson (3 votes, 1 goal), Darren Brown (2 votes), Marcus Keam (1 vote) and Jarrod Knoop (1 goal). Tigers best players and goals went to Michael Dart (3 votes), Vern Wheaton (2 votes), Tom Cook (1 vote), Kim Croot and Adam Clohesy (1 goal each).
Dimboola Men and Nhill Rangers played a very close game. Dimboola Men scored early in the first half, and the rest of the game for the Rangers was playing catch up while holding back the Dimboola's attacks. In the end Dimboola held out the Rangers long enough to pull off a close win. Votes for Dimboola went to the back line – Ryan Booth (3 votes), James Klinge (2 votes) and Tim Jorgensen (1 vote). Dimboola's winning goal was scored by Sam Wundersitz. Votes for the Rangers were earned by David Reichelt (3 votes), Graeme Janetzki (2 votes) and Trevor James (1 vote).
Round 6 Review
Juniors
As expected, the Yanac Warriors won against the Horsham Bombers. The Bombers were able to hold the Warriors down to a score of 8 goals; last time these two teams played the Warriors scored 15 goals. The Warriors dominated the whole game with great team play around the field, and even their younger players got in on the goal scoring. The Bombers players did really well to keep the score down to 4 goals in each half, as their back line would have been quite worn out.
The Dimboola Kangaroos had an off day against the Kaniva Raiders, who ran away with the game and scored 9 unanswered goals. The game started out with less skillful bashing of the ball from one end to the other, but as the game progressed both teams started using some more skillful passing play. In the second half Kaniva converted their goal scoring opportunities to add 6 more goals to their tally. Kangaroo's defense had a tough day, but kept on trying to repel the Raiders attacks, which allowed the Raiders to keep Kangaroos scoreless.
The Nhill Leopards went down to the Dimboola Kookaburras in a close match. Leopards did manage to score some goals of their own, but the forwards for the Kookaburras got the job done. Goals and votes for the Kookaburras went to Jayrell Guzarem (3 votes, 1 goal), Ashlee Crowhurst (2 votes), Jamie Guerin (1 vote, 2 goals) and Louis Haines (1 goal). For the Leopards goalie Alex Welsh (3 votes), Molly Webb (2 votes) and Taylor Dent (1 vote, 2 goals) earned the umpires votes.
Women
The Dimboola Women came out hard against the Horsham Highlanders, and by half time were 3 goals ahead. The second half saw the Highlanders resist Dimboola's attacking forwards ferociously, but couldn't manage to score any goals of their own. The final score was Dimboola 4, Highlanders 0. Votes and goals for Dimboola went to Meaghan Pohlner (3 votes), Elizabeth Klinge (2 votes), Kristin Klinge (1 vote, 1 goal), Judith Albrecht (1 goal), Michelle Searle (1 goal) and Zoe Harberger (1 goal). Best on ground for Highlanders were Ellie Morrow (3 votes), Elly O'Conner (2 votes) with Robyn Creek and Launa Schilling (1 vote each).
The Yanac Women put on a terrific performance to beat the Nhill Thunderbirds. In the first half Yanac put in a goal early, but Nhill fought back hard with several goal scoring opportunities but failed to make the most of them. The second half saw Yanac come out strong scoring a second goal through Erin Blackwood. Nhill pushed through the rest of the half but couldn't convert until after the final whistle from a penalty corner. In hockey a penalty corner is played out even if the time has run out.
The Warracknabeal Women came out on top against the Kaniva Women. The first half saw Kaniva's back line working hard against the constant attacks from Warracknabeal. Warracknabeal managed to score 3 goals, while keeping Kaniva scoreless. In the second half Kaniva scored one goal through Lisa Stimson, but Warracknabeal added 4 more goals to their total. Votes and goals for Warracknabeal were Alana Argent (3 votes, 3 goals), Linley Arnold-Wardle (2 votes, 1 goal), Jess Furrey (1 vote) and Jenny Gaulky (3 goals).
Men
The Horsham Hurricanes home ground advantage didn't come into play against the Dimboola Men. Dimboola had scored 2 goals by half time by making the most of their frequent attacks. Hurricanes had a few attacking runs, but no scores were made as a result. In the second half the Hurricanes and Dimboola attacked more frequently without any scoring from both teams. The end result was Dimboola 2, Hurricanes 0. Goals and votes for Dimboola went to Ryan Booth (3 votes), Carl Nuske (2 votes), James Klinge (1 vote), Nathan Jorgensen and Sam Wunderzitz (1 goal each). Best for Horsham were Stuart Hoffman (3 votes), Richard Kemp (2 votes) and Paul Mackereth (1 vote).
The Nhill Rangers almost held on to a draw against the Yanac Tigers in a very good match. Both teams were attacking strongly in the first half, with Yanac earning some penalty corners but not scoring. Yanac would have scored if the Rangers goalie Graeme Jago didn't make a spectacular mid air stick deflection. The second half saw Yanac return to their winning form with some accurate passing and plays, resulting in 2 goals. Rangers got to play out some penalty corners but could not score. Goals and votes for Tigers were Simon Farmers (3 votes), Michael Dart (2 votes), Adam Clohesy and Michael Croot (1 vote each), Kim Croot and Shaun Alexander (1 goal each). Rangers best were Mont Miller (3 votes), Graeme Janetzki (2 votes) and David Reichelt (1 vote).
The final mens game of the day was a nail biter between Warracknabeal Hoops and Kaniva. Warracknabeal had most of the play throughout the game, and scored 2 goals to Kaniva's 1. Kaniva had only a few attacking plays and made the most of them, scoring 2 more goals to take them into the lead halfway through the second half. Warracknabeal held onto the ball for the rest of the game with relentless attacking – but could not increase their score, which showed as the Hoops became quite heated against the other players and umpires. The final score was Kaniva 3, Hoops 2. Goal scorers for hoops were Barry Schilling and Shane Langman (also sent off the field for a period). Goal scorers for Kaniva were Brett Jewel (1 goal) and Braden Clark (2 goals).
As expected, the Yanac Warriors won against the Horsham Bombers. The Bombers were able to hold the Warriors down to a score of 8 goals; last time these two teams played the Warriors scored 15 goals. The Warriors dominated the whole game with great team play around the field, and even their younger players got in on the goal scoring. The Bombers players did really well to keep the score down to 4 goals in each half, as their back line would have been quite worn out.
The Dimboola Kangaroos had an off day against the Kaniva Raiders, who ran away with the game and scored 9 unanswered goals. The game started out with less skillful bashing of the ball from one end to the other, but as the game progressed both teams started using some more skillful passing play. In the second half Kaniva converted their goal scoring opportunities to add 6 more goals to their tally. Kangaroo's defense had a tough day, but kept on trying to repel the Raiders attacks, which allowed the Raiders to keep Kangaroos scoreless.
The Nhill Leopards went down to the Dimboola Kookaburras in a close match. Leopards did manage to score some goals of their own, but the forwards for the Kookaburras got the job done. Goals and votes for the Kookaburras went to Jayrell Guzarem (3 votes, 1 goal), Ashlee Crowhurst (2 votes), Jamie Guerin (1 vote, 2 goals) and Louis Haines (1 goal). For the Leopards goalie Alex Welsh (3 votes), Molly Webb (2 votes) and Taylor Dent (1 vote, 2 goals) earned the umpires votes.
Women
The Dimboola Women came out hard against the Horsham Highlanders, and by half time were 3 goals ahead. The second half saw the Highlanders resist Dimboola's attacking forwards ferociously, but couldn't manage to score any goals of their own. The final score was Dimboola 4, Highlanders 0. Votes and goals for Dimboola went to Meaghan Pohlner (3 votes), Elizabeth Klinge (2 votes), Kristin Klinge (1 vote, 1 goal), Judith Albrecht (1 goal), Michelle Searle (1 goal) and Zoe Harberger (1 goal). Best on ground for Highlanders were Ellie Morrow (3 votes), Elly O'Conner (2 votes) with Robyn Creek and Launa Schilling (1 vote each).
The Yanac Women put on a terrific performance to beat the Nhill Thunderbirds. In the first half Yanac put in a goal early, but Nhill fought back hard with several goal scoring opportunities but failed to make the most of them. The second half saw Yanac come out strong scoring a second goal through Erin Blackwood. Nhill pushed through the rest of the half but couldn't convert until after the final whistle from a penalty corner. In hockey a penalty corner is played out even if the time has run out.
The Warracknabeal Women came out on top against the Kaniva Women. The first half saw Kaniva's back line working hard against the constant attacks from Warracknabeal. Warracknabeal managed to score 3 goals, while keeping Kaniva scoreless. In the second half Kaniva scored one goal through Lisa Stimson, but Warracknabeal added 4 more goals to their total. Votes and goals for Warracknabeal were Alana Argent (3 votes, 3 goals), Linley Arnold-Wardle (2 votes, 1 goal), Jess Furrey (1 vote) and Jenny Gaulky (3 goals).
Men
The Horsham Hurricanes home ground advantage didn't come into play against the Dimboola Men. Dimboola had scored 2 goals by half time by making the most of their frequent attacks. Hurricanes had a few attacking runs, but no scores were made as a result. In the second half the Hurricanes and Dimboola attacked more frequently without any scoring from both teams. The end result was Dimboola 2, Hurricanes 0. Goals and votes for Dimboola went to Ryan Booth (3 votes), Carl Nuske (2 votes), James Klinge (1 vote), Nathan Jorgensen and Sam Wunderzitz (1 goal each). Best for Horsham were Stuart Hoffman (3 votes), Richard Kemp (2 votes) and Paul Mackereth (1 vote).
The Nhill Rangers almost held on to a draw against the Yanac Tigers in a very good match. Both teams were attacking strongly in the first half, with Yanac earning some penalty corners but not scoring. Yanac would have scored if the Rangers goalie Graeme Jago didn't make a spectacular mid air stick deflection. The second half saw Yanac return to their winning form with some accurate passing and plays, resulting in 2 goals. Rangers got to play out some penalty corners but could not score. Goals and votes for Tigers were Simon Farmers (3 votes), Michael Dart (2 votes), Adam Clohesy and Michael Croot (1 vote each), Kim Croot and Shaun Alexander (1 goal each). Rangers best were Mont Miller (3 votes), Graeme Janetzki (2 votes) and David Reichelt (1 vote).
The final mens game of the day was a nail biter between Warracknabeal Hoops and Kaniva. Warracknabeal had most of the play throughout the game, and scored 2 goals to Kaniva's 1. Kaniva had only a few attacking plays and made the most of them, scoring 2 more goals to take them into the lead halfway through the second half. Warracknabeal held onto the ball for the rest of the game with relentless attacking – but could not increase their score, which showed as the Hoops became quite heated against the other players and umpires. The final score was Kaniva 3, Hoops 2. Goal scorers for hoops were Barry Schilling and Shane Langman (also sent off the field for a period). Goal scorers for Kaniva were Brett Jewel (1 goal) and Braden Clark (2 goals).
Round 5 Review
Juniors
Warracknabeal Revengers had a tougher than expected game against the Horsham Bombers. Although the Revengers won by 2 goals, the Bombers also scored their first 2 goals of the season through Will Gulline. Final score was 4 – 2 to Revengers. Best on ground for Revengers were Nakita Langman (3 votes, 2 goals), Darius Cosgrave (2 votes, 1 goal), goalie Mia Alford (1 vote), Jordan Williamson (1 vote) and Crystal Edwards (1 goal). Best for Bombers were Will Gulline (3 votes, 2 goals), Claire Barnett (2 votes), Allie O'Conner (1 vote) and Angie McTaggert (1 vote).
Dimboola Kangaroos bet the Nhill Leopards 2 – 0 in a tough match. Two cards were given out – a yellow card (at least five minutes off the field) to Kangaroos Brydon Tischler, and a green card (a warning) to Leopards Oscar Stephen. Getting a card in hockey eliminates you from getting votes for the game, no matter how well you play. Best on ground for the Kangaroos were Melanie Webb (3 votes), Caleb Halsall (2 votes), Zackery Slater-Collard (1 vote) and Michael Pohlner (1 vote). Leopards best were Brady Newcombe (3 votes), Emma Janetzki (2 votes), goalie Alex Welsh (1 vote) and Molly Webb (1 vote).
Dimboola Kookaburras had a tough game versus the Yanac Warriors. By half time the Warriors had 5 goals, while Kookaburras remained scoreless. The Kookaburras didn't give up, but couldn't hold off the Warriors who managed to score another 4 goals by the end of the match. Best on ground for Kookaburras was Jamie Guerin (3 votes) at centre half back, Jayrell Guzarem (2 votes) in full back, Cassie Withers (1 vote) in goals and James Keating (1 vote) as inner.
Women
Dimboola Women pulled out a win over the Yanac Women 3 – 1. At half time Dimboola were up 1 goal over Yanac because of some strong play and plenty of short corners. Yanac scored an equaliser goal just after half time, but ran into trouble when their best player, Erin Blackwood, was taken off the ground with a head injury and taken to hospital. The other best on ground players for Yanac were Anne Blackwood and Alana Colbert. Dimboola's best were Elizabeth Klinge, Meagan Pohlner and Jess Ross.
Nhill Thunderbirds defeated Kaniva Women 4 – 1 in a one sided affair. Thunderbirds half line stopped almost all of the Kaniva forwards attacking plays, at half time the Thunderbirds were 2 goals up. Kaniva were fortunate to come back and score one goal after half time. Kaniva's goalie Lisa Hicks had a busy game stopping the Thunderbirds shots at goal, but in the end Thunderbirds scored 2 more goals. Thunderbirds best players were Alanah Creek (3 votes), Grace McLoed (2 votes), Bonnie McLoed (1 vote) and Sarah Wallis (1 vote). No surprise that Kaniva's best was goalie Lisa Hicks, with Rachel clarke and Claire Riches earning the other votes.
Warracknabeal Women and Horsham Highlanders fought a close game that ended in a 2 all draw. Both teams managed to get into attacking zones quite easily, but crowded defenses didn't permit many goals to be scored. The second half was a repeat of the first half, with many good attacking plays. Best on ground for Highlanders were Launa Schilling (1 goal), Ally Salter (1 goal) and Kellie Price. Warracknabeal's best were Linley Arnold-Wardle (1 goal), Donna Robinson and Tammy Goyne, with Emma Alford scoring the other goal.
Men
The Nhill Rangers staged a great comeback to win against the Kaniva Men. The Kaniva Men were 1 goal ahead of the Rangers for most of the game although the Rangers had most of the possession. The pulled off a dramatic win by scoring twice very quickly with only minutes to spare on the clock. The final score was Rangers 3, Kaniva 2. Goalscorers and votes for the Rangers went to Trevor James (3 votes), Mont Miller (2 votes, 1 goal) and Graeme Janetzki (1 vote), Ross Thurlow and Alex Welsh scored a goal each. Votes and goals for Kaniva were Adam Wallis (3 votes), Clint Beattie (2 votes), Josh Bedford (1 vote) and Brett Jewel scored both Kaniva's goals.
Horsham Hurricanes were defeated by the Warracknabeal Hoops. The first half of the game was full of fast paced attacking plays by both teams. Hoops were the first to score, making the score 1 – 0 at half time. Hurricanes came out hard in the second half and put in 2 goals in to take the lead. Hoops stepped up their game and their attacks. Hurricanes made mistakes that let the Hoops score another 2 goals to take the lead, and win the game. Best on ground for Hoops were Steven Laverty in full back, Marcus Hewitt at half back and Ethen Schilling on the wing. A green card was given to Hoops player Barry Schilling. Hurricanes best on ground were Stuart Hoffman, Paul Mackereth and Richard Kemp.
The mens game of the day went to the Dimboola Men versus Yanac Tigers, where Dimboola caused a massive upset by knocking Tigers down from their unbeaten form. During the first half of the game both teams were playing quite evenly, with only a few more forward attacks for the tigers compared to Dimboola. The second half of the game had a major turn of events when Dimboola scored from a short corner through James Klinge on the post. With Dimboola in the lead, the Tigers game changed, the accurate passing and fast attacks dropped off, and Dimboola took control of the game. Yanac did well to stop Dimboola scoring again, but it was already too late. Final score was Dimboola Men 1, Tigers 0. Dimboola's best were Ryan Booth (3 votes) and Carl Klinge (2 votes), both at full back, with James Klinge earning 1 vote. Tigers votes went to Jamie Harding (3 votes) in full back, Luke Reichenbach and Tom Cook, both at half back. Adam Clohesey of the Tigers was given a yellow card and was sent off for over 5 minutes.
Warracknabeal Revengers had a tougher than expected game against the Horsham Bombers. Although the Revengers won by 2 goals, the Bombers also scored their first 2 goals of the season through Will Gulline. Final score was 4 – 2 to Revengers. Best on ground for Revengers were Nakita Langman (3 votes, 2 goals), Darius Cosgrave (2 votes, 1 goal), goalie Mia Alford (1 vote), Jordan Williamson (1 vote) and Crystal Edwards (1 goal). Best for Bombers were Will Gulline (3 votes, 2 goals), Claire Barnett (2 votes), Allie O'Conner (1 vote) and Angie McTaggert (1 vote).
Dimboola Kangaroos bet the Nhill Leopards 2 – 0 in a tough match. Two cards were given out – a yellow card (at least five minutes off the field) to Kangaroos Brydon Tischler, and a green card (a warning) to Leopards Oscar Stephen. Getting a card in hockey eliminates you from getting votes for the game, no matter how well you play. Best on ground for the Kangaroos were Melanie Webb (3 votes), Caleb Halsall (2 votes), Zackery Slater-Collard (1 vote) and Michael Pohlner (1 vote). Leopards best were Brady Newcombe (3 votes), Emma Janetzki (2 votes), goalie Alex Welsh (1 vote) and Molly Webb (1 vote).
Dimboola Kookaburras had a tough game versus the Yanac Warriors. By half time the Warriors had 5 goals, while Kookaburras remained scoreless. The Kookaburras didn't give up, but couldn't hold off the Warriors who managed to score another 4 goals by the end of the match. Best on ground for Kookaburras was Jamie Guerin (3 votes) at centre half back, Jayrell Guzarem (2 votes) in full back, Cassie Withers (1 vote) in goals and James Keating (1 vote) as inner.
Women
Dimboola Women pulled out a win over the Yanac Women 3 – 1. At half time Dimboola were up 1 goal over Yanac because of some strong play and plenty of short corners. Yanac scored an equaliser goal just after half time, but ran into trouble when their best player, Erin Blackwood, was taken off the ground with a head injury and taken to hospital. The other best on ground players for Yanac were Anne Blackwood and Alana Colbert. Dimboola's best were Elizabeth Klinge, Meagan Pohlner and Jess Ross.
Nhill Thunderbirds defeated Kaniva Women 4 – 1 in a one sided affair. Thunderbirds half line stopped almost all of the Kaniva forwards attacking plays, at half time the Thunderbirds were 2 goals up. Kaniva were fortunate to come back and score one goal after half time. Kaniva's goalie Lisa Hicks had a busy game stopping the Thunderbirds shots at goal, but in the end Thunderbirds scored 2 more goals. Thunderbirds best players were Alanah Creek (3 votes), Grace McLoed (2 votes), Bonnie McLoed (1 vote) and Sarah Wallis (1 vote). No surprise that Kaniva's best was goalie Lisa Hicks, with Rachel clarke and Claire Riches earning the other votes.
Warracknabeal Women and Horsham Highlanders fought a close game that ended in a 2 all draw. Both teams managed to get into attacking zones quite easily, but crowded defenses didn't permit many goals to be scored. The second half was a repeat of the first half, with many good attacking plays. Best on ground for Highlanders were Launa Schilling (1 goal), Ally Salter (1 goal) and Kellie Price. Warracknabeal's best were Linley Arnold-Wardle (1 goal), Donna Robinson and Tammy Goyne, with Emma Alford scoring the other goal.
Men
The Nhill Rangers staged a great comeback to win against the Kaniva Men. The Kaniva Men were 1 goal ahead of the Rangers for most of the game although the Rangers had most of the possession. The pulled off a dramatic win by scoring twice very quickly with only minutes to spare on the clock. The final score was Rangers 3, Kaniva 2. Goalscorers and votes for the Rangers went to Trevor James (3 votes), Mont Miller (2 votes, 1 goal) and Graeme Janetzki (1 vote), Ross Thurlow and Alex Welsh scored a goal each. Votes and goals for Kaniva were Adam Wallis (3 votes), Clint Beattie (2 votes), Josh Bedford (1 vote) and Brett Jewel scored both Kaniva's goals.
Horsham Hurricanes were defeated by the Warracknabeal Hoops. The first half of the game was full of fast paced attacking plays by both teams. Hoops were the first to score, making the score 1 – 0 at half time. Hurricanes came out hard in the second half and put in 2 goals in to take the lead. Hoops stepped up their game and their attacks. Hurricanes made mistakes that let the Hoops score another 2 goals to take the lead, and win the game. Best on ground for Hoops were Steven Laverty in full back, Marcus Hewitt at half back and Ethen Schilling on the wing. A green card was given to Hoops player Barry Schilling. Hurricanes best on ground were Stuart Hoffman, Paul Mackereth and Richard Kemp.
The mens game of the day went to the Dimboola Men versus Yanac Tigers, where Dimboola caused a massive upset by knocking Tigers down from their unbeaten form. During the first half of the game both teams were playing quite evenly, with only a few more forward attacks for the tigers compared to Dimboola. The second half of the game had a major turn of events when Dimboola scored from a short corner through James Klinge on the post. With Dimboola in the lead, the Tigers game changed, the accurate passing and fast attacks dropped off, and Dimboola took control of the game. Yanac did well to stop Dimboola scoring again, but it was already too late. Final score was Dimboola Men 1, Tigers 0. Dimboola's best were Ryan Booth (3 votes) and Carl Klinge (2 votes), both at full back, with James Klinge earning 1 vote. Tigers votes went to Jamie Harding (3 votes) in full back, Luke Reichenbach and Tom Cook, both at half back. Adam Clohesey of the Tigers was given a yellow card and was sent off for over 5 minutes.
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