Blues News

Round 9, 2026

A busy three-week period for the Kerang Football Netball Club begins this weekend when we host Tyntynder for the first time since April 2024. Stick around after today’s action for our annual Goods and Services Auction, which is bound to create competition and laughs, and our junior movie night.

The fun continues on Thursday, 2 July when the club hosts its popular All-in Training night, which is followed by our Heritage Day celebrations on Saturday, 11 July.

Last weekend saw the Blues descend on Lake Boga, with wins by our senior footballers and four of our netball sides the highlights of a cold, wet day.

ROUND 8 WRAP

FOOTBALL

The Seniors rallied in the second half, kicking five of the last seven goals of the game to win by eight points. The win sees the Blues remain in the hunt for a top-eight finish, with the victory our first away from home since July 2025. Ian Fisher, Marty Kelly, Rylee Gitsham, Brad Pay, Liam Jardine, Jack Sullivan and Flynn McKnight (KJ Outdoor and Marine) were best on ground for the Blues.

The Reserves challenged the Magpies during the first half but were kept goalless during the second half in their 28-point loss. Tyler Meehan (coaches award), Lachlan Thompson (McKnight Concreting), Jay Ogborne (Royal Hotel Kerang), Dylan Threlfall (AutoPro Kerang), Oscar Greenwood (Oliver Family) and Zarne Thamm (Mawsons) were recognised for their efforts.

Oscar Greenwood and Campbell McAlpin (Zorba’s Pizza) kicked the Colts' two goals in the team's 85-point loss, with the hosts able to handle the wet conditions better. Other award winners were Beau Roberts (coaches award), Deklyn Jolly (Chicken Supreme), Eddie May (Chicken Supreme), Hudson Taylor (Wilk’s Barbershop), Cameron Hipworth (Walker’s IGA) and Tyler Bortolotto (Gitsham Family award).

The Under 15s can take plenty of positives out of their 60-point loss, especially with their performance in the second half. Madden Walker (coaches’ award) and Charlie Greenwood (Josh Cameron award) kicked two goals each, with awards also going to Xavier Edwards (Chicken Supreme), Harry Grayling (Chicken Supreme), Jack Hogg (Central Take Away), Braxton Hayes (Happy Elephant) and Bryce Gordy (Gitsham Family award).

The Under 12s were not humbled in their 51-point loss, with the side controlling the third quarter and not enabling Lake Boga to run away with the game in the last term. Archer Verhey (McDonald’s), Ellie Verhey (Pizza Kitchen), Noah Maskell (Chicken Supreme), Sonny Greenwood (Chicken Supreme), Hudson Hicks (SWB Media and Communications), Ollie Hetherington (anonymous block of chocolate) and Rory Fernee (1% Award) were recognised for their efforts.

Finally, the Under 10s played at Lake Boga Primary School, with all players enjoying the opportunity to play against another side and experience wet weather football. Finaly Woodier, Elise Hayes, Charles Hammond and AJ Peacock received awards for their efforts.

NETBALL

Chloe Adams and Mikala McNeill were best on court in A Grade’s 14-goal loss to the Magpies. The rain made it difficult for the Blues to control the ball, but at no stage did our side drop their heads. This positive attitude was evident in the final term, with the Blues outplaying the hosts.

A Reserve braved the wet conditions to record a 15-goal win, led by the shooting efforts of Hannah Pay and Coco Crellin. Hallie Murphy (Legend Apparel) dominated interceptions in the defensive third, whilst Jenna Gray (Beauty Dust) shut down the Magpies’ drive. Thank you to the bench players for stepping up and helping the team.

B Grade went down to the final plays of the match, with the Blues retaining possession in the last few minutes to record a two-goal win. Although conditions were rough, everyone chased, hunted the ball and applied pressure. Brylee Clingan (Royal Hotel Kerang) and Coco Crellin (Trav and Gaynor Thamm award) were the day’s award winners.

B Reserve handled the wet conditions better than their opponents, recording a 30-goal win. Erin Murphy (The Little Shoe Shop) was instrumental in setting up the result, with her determination and fantastic intercepts were a highlight, whilst Kobie Waddingham (Rulcify’s) set up countless intercepts in the defensive third. The team’s attacking players also played well, with their strong feeds into the ring creating plenty of opportunities for the goal shooters.

The are plenty of positives the 17 and Under team can take out of their 20-goal loss, with some great individual improvements seen on court on what was a wet day. Award winners were Jenna Gray ($10 voucher) and Hayley Chesnais (Rulcify’s).

The 15 and Under side started strongly against the Magpies, before the hosts lifted their intensity. Despite the 11-goal loss, there is plenty the Blues can be proud of, which was evident after the match as all players self-reflected on areas they can strengthen. Award winners were Ruby Shepard (Trav and Gaynor Thamm award), Tehya Gitsham (Rumbold’s Earthmoving) and Ivy Velleley (Zorba’s Pizza).

Emaline Murphy, Hallie Robertson and Jess Bilton received awards in the 13 and Under’s 60-goal loss, with all other players also receiving recognition for their positive talk and effort.

Finally, 13 and Under Reserve handled the cold and wet conditions, producing a nine-goal win. Award winners were Chelsea Gordy (Gray’s Bakery), Arhlie Gitsham (Pizza Kitchen), Hallie Robertson (McDonald’s) and Ivy Coates (Happy Elephant).

SOCIAL EVENTS

Thanks to the club’s Social Committee, functions are planned throughout the season. Details regarding what is happening are below:

· July 11: Heritage Day

· July 18th: Christmas in July at the Royal Hotel.

· July 25th: Bluechella Festival.

· August 1st: Head back to the Royal Hotel following our matches at Ultima.

· August 22nd: Silent Disco.

STAYING CONNECTED

There are many ways to keep updated with the club during season 2026:

· Follow us on Facebook – we have a public page and a members’ page

· Follow us on Instagram - @kerangfnc · Our website – Visit us online at https://kerangfnc.com.au/

GO BLUES!