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Central Rivers Confirmation of Finals Venues for 2024

The Central Rivers Football & Netball Leagues are pleased to announce the confirmed venues for the 2024 Finals Series for both Football and Netball within The Central Murray Football Netball League (CMFNL) and the Golden Rivers Football Netball League (GRFNL).

Golden Rivers FNL Finals Venues:

• Second Semi Final: Saturday, 24 August, at Wandella Recreation Reserve
• First Semi Final: Sunday, 25 August, at Murrabit Recreation Reserve
• Preliminary Final: Saturday, 31 August, at Ultima Recreation Reserve
• Grand Final: Saturday, 7 September, at Hay Park

Central Murray FNL Finals Venues:

• Qualifying Final: Saturday, 31 August, at Lake Boga Recreation Reserve
• Elimination Final: Sunday, 1 September, at Greenham Park, Balranald
• Second Semi Final: Saturday, 7 September, at Woorinen Recreation Reserve
• First Semi Final: Sunday, 8 September, at Cohuna Recreation Reserve
• Preliminary Final: Saturday, 14 September, at Nyah Recreation Reserve
• Grand Final: Saturday, 21 September, at Swan Hill Recreation Reserve

The process for selecting these venues was carried out in accordance with our finals rotation policy, available on our website. These policies allow clubs to express their interest in hosting finals, taking into account several factors including but not limited to, previous finals hosted, the location of other finals on the same weekend, and the rotation position for the following year. The Board carefully reviews all preferences to ensure a fair and equitable distribution of finals hosting opportunities.

The Central Rivers Board are committed to providing our clubs with the opportunity to showcase their facilities and the dedication of their volunteers. Hosting finals is an important aspect of our leagues, promoting community engagement and providing an exciting atmosphere for all participants and supporters.

We extend our gratitude to all the clubs that have committed to hosting finals. Your efforts are crucial to the success of our finals’ series and the continued growth of Football and Netball in our region.

For more information on the finals schedule and venues, please keep an eye on our socials.

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LIONS TACKLE TIGERS IN FIRST SEMI AT MOULAMEIN

HAY and Macorna will be vying to stay in the Golden Rivers FNL’s senior footy premiership race in Saturday’s first semi-final.

The Lions and Tigers will clash at Moulamein Recreation Reserve from 2.40pm.

A win-loss tally of 10-6 by Hay in the home and away series included wins against Macorna by margins of one point, 37 and 48 points.

The Lions will start hot favourite to beat the Tigers who achieved a record of 5-11 in the home and away series to be fourth.

Clearly Macorna’s best match against Hay was in round four.

On that day the Lions’ goalkicking accuracy was key as it won 14.8 (92) to 13.13 (91) at Hay Recreation Reserve.

Simon Bunyan led the Lions’ attack on five goals as Lachlan Ritchie kicked eight for the yellow and black.

In round 10, Hay was able to mark a 94-57 victory.

Declan Watson dominated in the forward 50m arc to kick nine goals for the Lions.

Macorna’s leading goalkickers were Lachlan Ritchie, three; and Josh Cameron, two.

In round 15, Hay again marked another home win against Macorna by eight goals.

Declan Watson kicked four goals in the 88-40 victory.

Macorna’s attack was led by Josh Walters on three.

There will be many key match-ups in the first semi-final.

Hay’s on-ball division of James Moran, Fergus Cattanach and Will Clark will be up against Michael Roberts, Hunter Anset and Ethan Stone.

In the centre, Dom Booth faces Shaun Haffenden.

Main targets in Hay’s attack are Declan Watson, Jensen Hargreaves,  and co-captain Kenneth Jubb.

Massive task for a Tigers’ defence led by Liam Roberts, Alex Ingleton and captain Malcolm Neiwand.

Macorna will look to Lachlan Ritchie, Josh Walters, Chris Wilson and Josh Cameron, to lead the way in attack against the likes of Hay co-captain Brad Pocock, Jack Cattanach and Andrew Low.

In the reserves, Wandella takes on Murrabit from 12.35pm.

This season’s meetings stand at two-one in favour of the Wandella Bombers.

In round three, Wandella won at home, 41-29.

Murrabit fired up for a 72-21 victory in the eighth round.

Most recent hit-out between the Bombers and Blues was in round 13 at Wandella where the red and black won 40-29.

It’s Wandella against Moulamein in the under-17 ½ first semi-final from 10.45am.

The Swans have won two of three contests with the Bombers.

Both of those wins were on Moulamein’s turf – 80-41 in round four, and 65-51 in the 15th round.

Wandella marked a 71-17 win against the Swans in the 10th round at the Hangar.

First of this year’s GRFNL footy finals will be the under-14 ½ match between Wandella and Moulamein at 9.35am.

In round four, Wandella won 155-nil on Moulamein’s turf.

The Bombers won 97-15 at home in the 10th round.

Latest meeting was in the 15th round at Moulamein where the Bombers  cruised to a 77-8 win against the Swans.

Winners of the first semi-finals advance to the preliminary finals on September 9 at Macorna.

SWANS FIGHT ROOS IN FIRST SEMI-FINAL

PREMIERSHIP hopes for Moulamein and Ultima in the Golden Rivers FNL A-grade netball competition are on the line in this Saturday’s first semi-final.

Both teams ended in the 16-round home and away series on identical win-loss tallies of 8-6, plus two draws.

The Moulamein Swans led the percentage tallies, 114 to 110.

The Swans also have home-court advantage as day one of the finals series will be at Moulamein South Recreation Reserve.

Moulamein warmed up for the finals action by almost toppling the ladder-leading Murrabit last Saturday.

Meg-Jordyne Rooney and Maddy Wild capped off the Swans’ play in defence and through mid-court.

At the final whistle, Murrabit led 48-47.

Ultima goalers Ash Sanders and Grace Farrell were in top form in a 25-goal win against the Hay Lions.

This season’s A-grade meetings between Moulamein and Ultima stand at a win each, and a draw.

In round five the Swans won on the Kangaroos’ court at Ultima, 37-35.

Scores were locked on 32-all at the end of the round nine showdown at Moulamein.

Latest meeting was in the 14th round where Ultima netted a 46-41 victory at home.

The A-grade first semi-final between the Swans and Kangaroos starts at 12.15pm.

Ultima and Macorna meet in the B-grade first semi at 1.30pm.

First duel in ’23 between these teams was in round three where Ultima won 36-21 at home.

Defences were on top as Macorna won 24-21 in round eight on the home of the Tigers.

Margin was just three goals again as Macorna beat the Roos, 42-39 in the 13th round.

It’s Macorna against Murrabit in the B-reserve first semi-final from 2.45pm.

Their first duel in the home and away series was at Macorna in the fifth round where the Tigers marked a 32-26 victory.

Macorna then won 30-26 on Murrabit’s court in the ninth round.

The Blues outpointed the Tigers, 35-29 in the 14th round on Macorna’s court.

Rising stars from Wandella and Moulamein will contest the 17-and-under first semi from 11am.

In round four, Wandella won 54-31 on Moulamein’s court.

Scores were much closer in the next meeting as Wandella won 37-33 in the round 10 contest in the Bombers’ hangar.

A thriller was played in the 15th round as the Bombers won 27-26 on the Swans’ court.

Finals action begins at 9.45am with the 14-and-under match between Hay and Wandella.

These teams met in round five where Hay won 32-18 at Wandella Recreation Reserve.

The Lions roared to a 32-21 victory in the ninth round at Hay Park.

Most recent showdown was in the 14th round where Hay won 45-27 on Wandella’s court.

ULTIMA is just two steps from glory as it takes on Moulamein in the Golden Rivers FNL senior footy second semi-final on Saturday.

The Kangaroos will have home-ground advantage at Ultima as they take on the Swans from 2.40pm.

For the winner it’s first to the grand final on September 16 at Murrabit.

Wooden spooner in ’22 on a 2-14 record, Ultima has made a remarkable rise this year.

The Kangaroos finished the home-and-away series on top of the ladder with a 15-1 record.

Sole defeat was in the 11^th round on July 8 at Hay where the Lions won by 21 points.

Last season’s runner-up to Nullawil which has since joined the Goldacres North Central competition, Moulamein was 12-4 in the run to the ’23 finals.

This season’s clashes  between the Roos and Swans have all been won by Ultima.

Most recent showdown was in the 14^th round on the Kangaroos’ ground.

Ultima led 33-24 at half-time.

Moulamein hit back to score 4.4 to 1.2 in the third term and led 52-41 at a quarter to go.

The Roos lifted to slam on 6.3 to 2.3 in the last to record an 80-67 victory.

Ryan Devereux led Ultima’s attack on three goals as Kyle Symons added two.

Beau Duggan-Hulands kicked a match-high five goals for Moulamein and Andy Silva chipped in with two.

Best for the Kangaroos were Jake Foster, Mitchell Seton-Stewart, Sam Coffey, Caillum Brady, Thomas Bull and Zac Cattlin.

Moulamein’s best were Luke Shannon, Blake Azzopardi, Amos Farrell, Morgan Turvey, Cody Storm and Andy Silva.

Earlier meetings between the Roos and Swans went Ultima’s way, 112-50 in round five, and 99-66 in the ninth.

Leading goalkickers for Ultima are Kyle Symons 23, Ryan Devereux 22, Sean O’Reilly 16, and Kade Benfield 14.

A strong Moulamein attack is led by Andy Silva 36, Daniel Aarsman 29, Amos Farrell 25, Khy Stovell 24, Josh Flight 20, and Blake Azzopardi 15.

The reserves second semi-final on Saturday between Ultima and Macorna kicks off at 12.35pm.

An unbeaten Ultima faces an opponent which has a 10-6 record.

The Roos beat the Tigers by 59 points in round three.

Closest that Ultima’s streak came to being broken was in the eighth round at Macorna.

In that contest the Tigers led 41-38 at three quarter-time.

Led by the play of Jordan King, Chayse Tonkin, Lachie Paull and Reece Harberger, Ultima hit back for a 58-56 victory.

Braydon Ottrey kicked three goals and Lachie Paull added two as Jack Gervasi and Luke O’Toole also played well for the Roos.

Best for the Tigers were John Officer, Jackson McMahon, Stephen Randall, Kieren Shelley, Reegan O’Rourke and Ethan Webb.

In round 13, Ultima marked a 61-32 win on Macorna’s turf.

The under-17 ½ second semi-final between Macorna and Ultima starts at 10.45am.

A 12-4 record meant Macorna finished the home-and-away series on top of the ladder.

Ultima was next best with a 9-7 record.

This seasons’s meetings stand at 2-1 in favour of Ultima.

In round three the Tigers romped to a 74-15 win at Ultima.

Next time it was Ultima which won the round eight match 46-32 in Tigers’ territory .

In the 13^th round, Ultima led 51-9 at three quarter-time.

Macorna hit back to win the last, 18-6, but the Roos took the points in a 57-27 result.

Best for Ultima were Jack and Sam Miller, Ed Kuchel, Parker Condely, Kodyn Melbourne and Zac O’Brien.

The Tigers’ best were Alby Bear, Jack Warren, Sam Whinfield, Mason Cordwell, Rivers Webb and Andre Glass.

Saturday’s action kicks off with the under-14 ½ clash at 9.35am between Macorna and Wandella.

The Tigers achieved a win-loss tally of 13-2 and also drew a match in the home-and-away series.

Wandella’s record is 11-4-1.

In round one, Macorna won 64-2 in the Bombers’ hangar at Wandella.

The round seven match went Wandella’s way, 39-30.

Defences were well on top as Wandella won 13-12 at Macorna in the 11^th round.

Most recent hit-out between the Tigers and Bombers was in the 16^th round at Wandella.

It wa a closely-fought contest all match.

Macorna led by a point at the first two breaks and then scores were 21-all going into the last.

A goal apiece in the final term meant it was 27-27 at the final siren.

Wandella’s best were Seth Rowe, Eddie May, Charlie Greenwood, Alby Lancaster, James Williamson and Jaspa Chamberlain.

Archer Lacy, Austin Smith, Will Longstaff, Jaxon O’Rourke, Elliot Warren and Camm Nicholson played well for the yellow and black.

As the winners of the second semi-finals advance to a grand final the grand final the defeated have another chance by playing on preliminary final day at Macorna on September 9.

Teams which booked a preliminary final berth by winning in the first semi were Hay, seniors; Wandella, reserves; Moulamein, under-17 ½; and Ultima, under-14 ½.

Over 150 Golden Rivers alum gathered at cluBarham on Monday night, where a multitude of individuals were rewarded for their outstanding year of Football and Netball in 2023. 

Big thanks to cluBarham for having us, Noel Watson for hosting, and every person who attended the night to make it a success.

Full results for the year can be found below:

With a mid(ish)-season break in both the Central Murray and Golden Rivers, we take a moment to check out our award leaderboards in all their glory!

We give you a sneak peek each week of our top 10 leaders in each category, but we all know we like to see which games we poll in, even if we’re not in medal contention.

For a comprehensive list of MVP votes and Goal Kicking tallies, download the spreadsheet below and peruse to your heart’s desire.

MOULAMEIN meets Murrabit in this Saturday’s start to the Golden Rivers Football Netball League’s senior footy season. 

It’s a new-look competition in ’23 following Nullawil’s move to the North Central FNL, and Quambatook folding. 

All of Saturday’s matches start at 2.25pm. 

After fighting its way from fourth at the end of the home and away series to finish runner-up in ’22, Moulamein will be aiming to grab the premiership cup this September. 

In last year’s grand final it was Beau Duggan-Hulands and Josh Flight who kicked three goals apiece for Moulamein against Nullawil. 

The Swans’ best were Heath Moloney, Matthew Moroney, Daniel Aarsman, Rodney Reeves, Zach Prentice and Beau Duggan-Hulands. 

Newcomers at Moulamein include Blake Azzopardi from Leitchville-Gunbower at centre half-forward; Zack Cockayne from Mathoura at half-back; Amos Farrell from Craigieburn in a forward pocket; Kaylem Hartley from Swan Hill. 

Nathan Buckley was named in a back pocket alongside Cody Storm. 

Murrabit has gained forward Cooper Williams from Quambatook; centre half-back Zak Hard, half-forwards Morgan Randall and Blake Watts from Koondrook Barham. 

Another newcomer for the Blues is centre half-forward Justin Davies from Violet Town. 

Hay takes on Ultima at Hay Recreation Reserve. 

Recruits for the Hay Lions include James Moran from Broken Hill; and the Waratah group of Luke Arandt, Dom Booth, Jack Cattanach, Will Clark and Tom Spence. 

Ultima went on a massive recruiting drive. 

Newcomers at the Kangaroos include Bailey Codling from Woorinen; Sam Coffey from Swan Hill; as well as Mitchell and Tyler Makepeace. 

Mitchell Seton-Stewart is Ultima’s captain. 

Wandella is at home to tackle Macorna. 

The Wandella Bombers have welcomed Lee Pollock from Leitchville-Gunbower; Brady Gillingham and Kyde Hodges, Jonty Taylor from Quambatook; and Marong premiership player Adam Ward. 

Recruits at Macorna include Nathan Orr, Ethan Stone and Ashley Waterson from Cohuna Kangas; and Jack Featherby from Tyntynder. 

Michael Roberts from Tooleybuc-Manangatang; and Jordan Simpson from Pyramid Hill will be keen to make an impact for the Tigers. 

LIONS STEP INTO TIGERS’ DEN AT MACORNA

THE Lions from Hay make their way to Macorna for this Saturday’s 10^th round of senior footy action in the Golden Rivers FNL season.

It’s a crucial match for the Lions and Tigers who are third and fourth in the premiership race.

Action begins at 2.25pm.

A win for Hay will put it 12 points clear of Macorna.

When these clubs last met in round four it was Hay which won 92-91 at home.

In last week’s play, Hay scored a 25-point win against Wandella, while Macorna was beaten at Murrabit by 16 points.

Key players for Macorna include Lachlan Ritchie in attack, captain Malcolm Neiwand in midfield, Jack Featherby, ruckman Jacob McIntosh, Grady Smith and Jordan Simpson in defence.

The Lions’ attack includes Fergus Cattanach and co-captain Kenneth Jubb.

Other players to watch for Hay include ruck-rover Dom Booth, Dean Aylett in the centre, co-captain Brad Booth at half-back, and James Moran in the ruck.

The unbeaten Ultima faces a Murrabit line-up riding high from the confidence of consecutive wins.

In round four it was the Kangaroos who won 138-71 at Murrabit.

Ultima’s latest hit-out ended in a 33-point win on Moulamein’s turf.

A key match-up for the Roos will be Martyn Cooper at full-back against Murrabit star Damian Cupido who leads the league goalkicking race on 33.

Other key players for Ultima include Thomas Bull, Ryan Devereux, Luke Doolan, Mitch and Tyler Makepeace, and Jamie Nicholas.

The Blues from Murrabit will look for big games from the likes of Toby Gray in the centre, Ed and Jono Aujard, Rhys Carmichael, and co-captains Ben Gillingham and Nathan O’Toole.

Stung by a 33-point loss at home to Ultima, the Swans from Moulamein will be keen to rebound on Wandella’s ground.

In round four it was Moulamein which beat the Bombers by two goals.

Strong defence and captialising on chances will be a major focus for Wandella.

A Bombers’ defence that includes Ryan Lancaster, Jayden Crellin, Jonty Taylor and Darren Rushton faces a huge challenge against the likes of Andy Silva, Beau Duggan-Hulands, Blake Azzopardi and Daniel Aarsman.

In the centre it’s Russell Rich up against Amos Farrell.

A premiership winner with Marong last season, Adam Ward is one of Wandella’s most valuable players.

A strong on-ball division for Moulamein is led by Anthony Daw in the ruck, and Luke Shannon as ruck-rover.

WANDELLA MARKS UPSET WIN AGAINST MOULAMEIN

WANDELLA Bombers marked an upset win against Moulamein in Saturday’s 10th round of senior footy in the Golden Rivers FNL season.

The Bombers went into the match on home turf as underdogs against the second-placed Swans who had a 7-2 record.

In a high-scoring first half, Wandella won the opening term, 39-26, and scored 3.0 to 3.5 in the second.

The Bombers lifted their run and defensive play in the third term to score 6.1.

More importantly, Wandella held Moulamein to just five behinds to gain a 40-point buffer at a quarter to play.

The last went the way of the Swans, 27-7, but it was the Bombers who celebrated a hard-earned 101-81 victory.

Michael Rowe led Wandella’s attack on five goals as Matt Wilkinson added three.

The Bombers also had Russell Rich, Darren Rushton and Corey Walters chip in with two each.

Leading goalkicker for the Swans was Andy Silva on four as Nathan Buckley added two.

Wandella’s best were Russell Rich, Adam Ward, Declan Hogg, Jack Radcliffe, Michael Rowe and Logan Keighran.

Best for Moulamein were Blake Azzopardi, Will Gibson, Luke Shannon, Rodney Reeves, Cody Storm and Nathan Buckley.

The Bombers are now just a win behind the fourth-placed Macorna.

A showdown between the Macorna Tigers and Hay Lions at Macorna went Hay’s way.

The Tigers led 33-29 at quarter-time, but the Lions scored 3.2 to a point in the second.

A closely-fought third term went Macorna’s way, 16-12, but the Lions lifted in the last to add 5.3 to 1.1 to clinch a 94-57 victory.

Declan Watson was in superb form as he kicked nine goals for Hay and Fergus Cattanach added two.

The Tigers’ attack was led by Lachlan Ritchie, three; and Josh Cameron, two.

Hay’s best were Will Clark, Declan Watson, Luke Arandt, Daniel Zambon, Kenneth Jubb and Andrew Low.

Toby Whinfield, Nick Ingleton, Lachlan Thompson, Alex Ingleton, Josh Cameron and Harley Somerville were Macorna’s best.

Ultima’s unbeaten run has reached 10 after a 103-37 result at home against Murrabit.

The Kangaroos led 59-20 at half-time and then scored 6.8 to 2.5 in the second.

Bailey Codling kicked a match-high three goals for Ultima as Tyler Makepeace and Kyle Symons added two majors.

Damian Cupido and Morgan Randall kicked two goals for Murrabit.

Ultima’s best were Tyler Makepeace, Caillum Brady, Jamie Nicholas, Bailey Codling, Jacob Schaper and Jake Foster.

Rhys Carmichael, Ryan Manning, Nathan O’Toole, Jono Aujard, Dustin Blake and Michael Crossett played well for Murrabit.

ROUND 10 SCOREBOARD: https://www.centralrivers.com.au/grfnl-game-day-results-ladders

MURRABIT WINS DRAMATIC MATCH ON ULTIMA’S COURT

MURRABIT marked its ninth win of the season, but just after a one-goal victory at Ultima in Saturday’s 10th round of A-grade netball in the Golden Rivers FNL season.

The Blues from Murrabit led 8-5 at quarter-time of the match on Ultima’s court.

A high-scoring second quarter ended with Murrabit in front, 19-18.

In the third it was the Kangaroos who did plenty of attacking and poured in 13 goals as Murrabit added six.

Murrabit lifted its play to dominate most of the final quarter.

The Blues scored 12 goals and worked hard defensively to limit the Roos to just five goals.

At the final siren it was Murrabit in front, 37-36.

The Blues’ attack was led by Grace Gillingham, 20; Montana Keating, 14; and Lauren Morrow, 3.

Ultima’s leading goalers were Grace Farrell, 14; and Ash Sanders, 13.

It was a 52-36 win for Moulamein at Wandella.

The visitors led 10-9 at quarter-time and 23-18 by half-time.

Moulamein won the third term, 14-9, and the Swans took flight in the last to score 15 goals as the Bombers added nine.

The Swans’ attack was led by Maddy Wild, 33; Meg-Jordyne Rooney, 10; and Jorja Henery, 9.

Macorna marked a 52-46 win at home against Hay.

It was Hay which made a great start to lead 15-8 at quarter-time and 27-20 by the main break.

The Tigers lifted to win the third term, 18-9.

Macorna’s run kept rolling as it scored 14 goals in the last as Hay added 10.

The Tigers’ attack was led by Emmalea Wishart, 32; and Asela Finch, 20.

ROUND 10 SCOREBOARD:
B-grade:
Ultima 23 lt Murrabit 37
Wandella 19 lt Moulamein 50
Macorna 51 d Hay 42

B-reserve:
Ultima 39 lt Murrabit 40
Wandella 32 lt Moulamein 33
Macorna 27 lt Hay 53

17-and-under:
Ultima 63 d Murrabit 8
Wandella 37 d Moulamein 33
Macorna 9 lt Hay 44

14-and-under:
Ultima 25 lt Murrabit 36
Wandella 27 d Moulamein 17
Macorna 6 lt Hay 48

ROUND 11
It’s a general bye for the league next Saturday.

In the 11th round on July 8, Hay plays Ultima at Hay.

Macorna and Wandella clash in Tigers territory at Macorna Recreation Reserve.

Moulamein is at home to play Murrabit.

BOMBERS TARGET ANOTHER UPSET AT MACORNA FOR ANNUAL NAIDOC CLASH!

WANDELLA is eyeing another upset when it plays at Macorna in Saturday’s 11th round of senior footy in the Golden Rivers FNL season.

A 20-point win at home by Wandella against Moulamein in the 10th round has put the Bombers within a win of the fourth-placed Macorna.

The Macorna Tigers will start favourite when the clash kicks off at 2.25pm.

Teams are back in action after last weekend’s general bye.

In round seven the Tigers beat the Bombers by 81 points at Macorna.

On that day it was Lachlan Ritchie who kicked five goals in a best afield performance and Nick Ingleton, Shaun Haffenden and Harley Somerville starred for the yellow and black.

Wandella marked its best performance of the season just a fortnight ago when it stunned the second-placed Moulamein in a 101-81 result.

The Bombers had Michael Rowe kick five goals and Matt Wilkinson chip in with three.

Russell Rich, Adam Ward, Declan Hogg and Jack Radcliffe were best for the red and black.

Wandella’s team to tackle the Tigers includes Jack Danckert, Ryan Lancaster and Shannon Burton.

It’s third against first as Hay hosts Ultima.

The Lions will be trying to break the Kangaroos’ unbeaten streak.

In round seven it was Ultima which won 86-52 against Hay.

Latest hit-out for Hay was at Macorna where it won by 37 points.

In-form players for the Lions include Kenneth Jubb, Andrew Low, James Moran, Declan Watson and Daniel Zambon.

Ultima has had Darcy Farrell, Mitch and Tyler Makepeace, and Kyle Symons winning many contests.

The Roos’ line-up to play Hay includes Jayden Kiel, Ryan Devereux and Riley Haberman.

Stung by the loss to Wandella last round, Moulamein is back home to take on Murrabit.

When these clubs met in round seven the Swans from Moulamein had to fight for a 73-66 victory.

Murrabit marked back-to-back wins when it took on Wandella and then Macorna in rounds eight and nine.

The Blues’ run was stopped in an 11-goal loss at Ultima in the 10th round.

Key players for a Moulamein team which now has a 7-3 record after consecutive defeats include Blake Azzopardi, Will Gibson, Luke Shannon, and Cody Storm.

The Swans also have Andy Silva and Daniel Aarsman in attack.

Key match-up for the Swans will be at full-back against Murrabit star Damian Cupido.

A tally of 35 has Cupido who played at AFL level with Brisbane Lions and Essendon in front of the Golden Rivers goalkicking race.

The Blues will look to Dustin Blake, Rhys Carmichael, Michael Crossett, Ed and Jono Aujard, and Nathan O’Toole to lead the way to victory.

NAIDOC Week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians all over the country and overseas.

This year, the Golden Rivers are proud to be involved in NAIDOC Week celebrations, through our annual NAIDOC Round, with so many of our clubs wearing specially designed apparel this weekend.

The Central Murray and Golden Rivers Football Netball Leagues acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community.

In particular, we recognize the traditional ownership of the lands on which we compete today, and throughout the season.

We pay our respect to elders’ past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

We encourage the ongoing commitment to fostering positive connections with First Nations people and commend all those involved in the 2023 NAIDOC Week for highlighting the cultural significance of Indigenous artwork and it’s connection to storytelling in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

We also thank all the local artists who have donated their time and talent to bringing the Central Murray and Golden Rivers NAIDOC Round alive.

SWANS FACE TIGERS AT MOULAMEIN

A SHOWDOWN between Moulamein Swans and Macorna Tigers highlights this Saturday’s round 12 action in the Golden Rivers FNL senior footy competition.

Second in the premiership race, Moulamein is on home turf to face the fourth-placed Tigers from 2.25pm.

Both teams carry winning form into this contest.

The Swans scored a 15-goal win against Murrabit last round.

Moulamein’s best in that match included James Moroney, Eddy Schifferle and Morgan Turvey.

The Swans also have Heath Moloney and Cody Storm in defence, Josh Flight, Blake Azzopardi and Josh Flight in attack, and ruckman Anthony Daw.

The Tigers clawed their way to a 42-38 win at home against Wandella.

Macorna was down 25-32 at a quarter to go, but added 2.5 to a goal in the last to beat the Bombers.

In-form players for the yellow and black include Nick Ingleton, Jacob McIntosh,  Lachlan Ritchie and Jordan Simpson.

Macorna will also look to ruckman Michael Roberts, centreman Shaun Haffenden, Jack Featherby and Alex Kirby to compete strongly.

When these clubs met in round six it was Moulamein which won a high-scoring contest, 155 to 87.

The ladder-leading Ultima is at home to play Wandella.

In round six, Ultima won 77-30 on Wandella’s ground.

Ultima is on the rebound from its first defeat of the season.

In last week’s play the Kangaroos could not stop Hay’s run to an 83-62 victory.

Best for Ultima in the 11^th round were Tyler Makepeace, Darcy Farrell, Thomas Bull and Kyle Symons.

A talented Kangaroos’ line-up includes ruck-rover Ryan Devereux, Zac Cattlin, Jayden Kiel and Martyn Cooper in defence, and Jack Fletcher and Jake Foster in attack.

Wandella did well to push Macorna in last Saturday’s match.

Players to watch for the Bombers include centreman Russell Rich, ruck-rover Tim Robinson, Ryan Lancaster at full-forward, and Declan Hogg.

Wandella also has Jarred Schlitz in the ruck, Logan Keighran and Adam Ward at half-forward, Jayden Crellin and Ryan Lancaster in test.

Murrabit is at home to play Hay.

Massive test for the Blues as the Lions broke Ultima’s winning streak last week.

In round six, Hay beat Murrabit by 50 points.

Declan Watson kicked eight goals in Hay’s latest victory and looms as a major threat to the Blues.

The Lions’ line-up includes Daniel Zambon at half-back, Will Clark in the centre, Fergus Cattanach, Ken Jubb and Brad Pocock.

A key to Murrabit’s chances rests greatly on key forward Damian Cupido.

The former Brisbane Lions and Essendon forward has kicked 37 goals to be leading the race for the Golden Rivers goalkicking award.

Hay named Kynan Headon at full-back.

Other players to watch for the Blues include Ed and Jono Aujard, Dustin Blake, Tobie Cameron and Morgan Randall.

Murrabit selected co-captains Ben Gillingham and Nathan O’Toole as ruckman and rover, Blake Watts in the centre, Rhys Carmichael and Teeraphat Khongphueng in defence.

COMPETITION’S TOP THREE DOMINATE CONTESTS

THE top three in the Golden Rivers FNL senior footy competition dominated in Saturday’s 12th round.

Ultima bounced back from its first defeat of the season to thrash Wandella by 87 points.

The Kangaroos were on home turf at Ultima to tackle the Bombers.

Ultima scored 4.4 to a behind in the first term and kept Wandella goalless in the first half as it led 62-5 by the main break.

The Roos kicked on to win 111 to 24.

Details on Ultima’s goalkickers and best players were not supplied.

Goalkickers for Wandella were Mitch Collins, Logan Keighran and Adam Ward.

Best for the Bombers were Adam Ward, Mitch Collins, Jack Radcliffe, Griffin Fowler, Tim Robinson and Russell Rich.

Hay marked a 43-point win on Murrabit’s turf.

The Lions led 37-13 at quarter-time and 63-33 by the long break.

Led by the play of Dean Aylett, Tom Spence and Jensen Hargreaves, Hay won the next quarter 27-14 as both teams added 4.1 in the last.

At the final siren the Lions led 115 to 72.

Multiple goalkickers for Hay were Jack Cattanach, four; Jensen Hargreaves, three, Jack Headon and Liam Whitbourne, two.

The Blues’ attack was led by Damian Cupido, three; Dustin Blake, Nathan O’Toole and Riley Nethercote, two.

Hay’s best included Daniel Stewart, Jim Houston and Jack Cattanach.

Nathan O’Toole, Dustin Blake, Ashton Wood, Riley Nethercote, Nathan Morrow and Blake Watts were best for the Blues.

A nine-goal blitz in the opening term set up Moulamein’s big win at home against Macorna.

The Swans scored 9.3 to a goal in the first term and then added 4.8 to 2.2 in the second.

Moulamein led by 69 points at half-time.

Defences were on top for most of the third term as the Swans added 2.3 and the Tigers scored 1.4.

It was another goalscoring frenzy in the last for Moulamein.

The Swans capped a great match by scoring 8.4 to 1.1 in the final term for a 156-37 victory.

Josh Flight was in superb touch for the Swans to reach a match-high seven goals.

Other multiple goalkickers for Moulamein were Daniel Aarsman, Corey Farrell and Khy Stovell, three; Amos Farrell and Luke Shannon, two.

Shaun Haffenden kicked two goals for the Tigers.

Best for Moulamein were Morgan Turvey, Mason Bailey, Luke Shannon, Blake Azzopardi, Will Gibson and Amos Farrell.

Macorna’s best were Lachlan Ritchie, Toby Whinfield, Shaun Haffenden, Grady Smith, Lachlan Thompson and Will Robinson.

Round 12 Scoreboard: https://www.centralrivers.com.au/grfnl-game-day-results-ladders

TIGERS OUTPOINTS SWANS ON MOULAMEIN MAIN COURT

MACORNA won three of four quarters in an emphatic victory at Moulamein in Saturday’s 12th round of A-grade netball in the Golden Rivers FNL season.

It was second against third on the Swans’ court.

Moulamein went into the match above Macorna on the ladder, but the Tigers dominated most of this contest.

At quarter-time Macorna led 18-6.

The Tigers won the next two terms, 13-10 and 12-5.

Faced with a 22-goal deficit at the start of the final term, Moulamein hit back to win the last, 12-9, but it was Macorna which claimed a 52-33 victory.

The Tigers’ attack was led by Asela Finch, 33, and Emmalea Wishart, 20.

Goalers for Moulamein were Meg-Jordyne Rooney, 19, and Jorja Henery, 15.

Ultima dominated play on its court against Wandella.

The Kangaroos led 32-13 at half-time on their way to a 53-27 victory.

Murrabit was too strong at home for Hay.

The ladder-leading Blues led 12-9 at quarter-time and 28-18 by the main break.

In the third, Murrabit surged clear as it scored 15 goals and held Hay to a tally of five.

It was a closely-fought final term, which went Murrabit’s way, 11-10, for a 54-33 result.

Montana Keating scored a match-high 29 goals for Murrabit as Grace Gillingham added 25.

The Lions’ attack was led by Ellen Jamieson with 22.

Round 12 scoreboard:

B-grade:
Moulamein 40 lt Macorna 44
Ultima 35 d Wandella 25
Murrabit 53 d Hay 27

B-reserve:
Moulamein 28 lt Macorna 46
Ultima 41 d Wandella 29
Murrabit 40 lt Hay 61

17-and-under:
Moulamein 37 lt Macorna 39
Ultima 67 d Wandella 26
Murrabit 22 lt Hay 59

14-and-under:
Moulamein 20 lt Macorna 23
Ultima 39 d Wandella 29
Murrabit 25 d Hay 13

ROUND 13 – JULY 22 – TAC ROAD SAFETY ROUND

In next Saturday’s action, Hay takes on Moulamein in the Lions’ den at Hay Recreation Reserve.

Macorna hosts Ultima.

Wandella tackles Murrabit on the Bombers’ tarmac at Wandella FNC.

LIONS TAKE ON SWANS AT HAY

A SHOWDOWN between the Hay Lions and Moulamein Swans highlights Saturday’s 13th round of senior footy in the Golden Rivers FNL season.

It’s third against second on Hay’s ground from 2.25pm.

When these clubs last met in round eight it was Moulamein which marked a 72-58 victory at Hay.

In last Saturday’s play Hay beat Murrabit by 43 points as Moulamein won 156-37 against Macorna.

Best in the Lions’ latest victory were Dean Aylett, Tom Spence and Jensen Hargreaves.

Crucial match-ups for Hay against the Swans will be in the centre where Dom Booth is against Amos Farrell, the ruck where James Moran takes on Heath Moloney.

Hay’s line-up has Fergus Cattanach as ruck-rover, Kenneth Jubb at centre half-forward, Luke Arandt and Brad Pocock in defence.

A strong attack for Moulamein is led by Andy Silva, Daniel Aarsman and Josh Flight.

Other players to watch for the Swans are Corey Farrell, Blake Azzopardi and Cody Storm.

Macorna is at home to take on the ladder-leading Ultima.

In round eight the Tigers finished within 15 points of the Kangaroos.

Macorna will be fired up after such a big loss at Moulamein.

Key players for the Tigers include centreman Shaun Haffenden, Lachlan Ritchie at centre half-forward and Toby Whinfield at half-back.

The yellow and black will need big games from the likes of Liam Roberts at full-back, Alex Ingleton at centre half-back, ruck-rover Hunter Anset and ruckman Michael Roberts.

Ultima has Jack Delmenico in the centre, Mitch Makepeace and Jamie Nicholas across half-back, ruck-rover Caillum Brady, and the marking power Jake Foster and Kyle Symons in attack.

Wandella is at home to take on Murrabit.

The round eight clash ended in a 71-67 victory for the Blues on their ground.

Wandella was held to just three goals in last Saturday’s match at Ultima.

Best for the Bombers in that match were Adam Ward, Mitch Collins and Jack Radcliffe.

A big match-up against the Blues will be at  full-back against former Brisbane Lions and Essendon forward Damian Cupido who leads the Rivers goalkicking race on 40 goals.

Wandella’s squad to play Murrabit includes Logan Keighran, Declan Hogg, Jonty Taylor, Jayden Crellin and Daniel Kirby.

The Blues’ line-up includes captain Nathan O’Toole, Nathan Morrow, Ed and Jono Aujard, Dustin Blake, and Ashton Wood.

ULTIMA HOPS CLEAR OF TIGERS IN SECOND HALF

THE Ultima Kangaroos bounded clear of Macorna in the second half to win Saturday’s senior footy clash in the 13th round of the Golden Rivers FNL season.

Macorna played excellent football in the first half on home turf to lead the ladder leaders, 34-31 at half-time.

The Kangaroos then lifted their play in the third term to score 5.4 to just two behinds.

At the final siren, Ultima led 10.16 (76) to 8.7 (55).

Goalkicking details for both teams were not supplied.

Ultima’s best were Kyle Symons, Tyler Makepeace, Caillum Brady, Mitch Makepeace, Will Nelson and Luke Doolan.

Jack Featherby, Michael Roberts, Jacob McIntosh, Hunter Anset, Fergus Bear and Alex Inglewood were Macorna’s best.

Moulamein turned a 10-point deficit at quarter-time at Hay into a seven-point by half-time.

The Swans then dominated the third term to score 5.4 to 1.2.

Andy Silva went on to kick three goals as Josh Flight and Khy Stovell added two in an 80-51 victory for Moulamein.

Hay’s attack was led by Kenneth Jubb and Liam Whitbourne on two each.

Best for the Swans were Heath Moloney, Blake Azzopardi, Amos Farrell, Beau Duggan-Hulands, Will Gibson and Luke Shannon.

Brad Pocock, Luke Arandt, Daniel Gash, Fergus Cattanach, Dom Booth and Andrew Low were best for the Lions.

Wandella fought for a one-goal win at home against Murrabit.

The Bombers led 48-43 at half-time before the Blues scored 5.4 to 3.2 in the third quarter.

Led by the play of Adam Ward, Russell Rich and Archer Lancaster, Wandella added 4.5 to 2.3 in the last to seal a 97-91 victory.

The Bombers’ attack was led by  Logan Keighran, Darren Rushton and Adam Ward on two goals each.

Damian Cupido kicked five goals for Murrabit as Cooper Williams booted three and Dustin Blake and Morgan Randall added two.

Wandella’s best included Tim Robinson, Jarred Schlitz and Jordan Robertson.

Nathan O’Toole, Dustin Blake, Tobie Cameron, Cooper Williams, Nathan Morrow and Nathan Henry were best for the Blues.

Round 13 Scoreboard: https://www.centralrivers.com.au/grfnl-game-day-results-ladders

MURRABIT WINS CLOSE CONTEST ON WANDELLA COURT

THE ladder-leading Murrabit withstood a spirited challenge from Wandella to win Saturday’s round 13 match in the Golden Rivers FNL A-grade netball action.

It was fifth against first on Wandella’s court.

Although it had won just two matches so far, Wandella put in a great performance against the Blues.

Murrabit led 10-9 at quarter-time and 27-22 by the main break.

In the third it was the Bombers who cut the margin by a goal as they won the term, 11-10.

Murrabit steadied in the last to score 16 goals as Wandella added seven.

At the final whistle the Blues led 53-40.

Murrabit’s attack was led by Montana Keating, 28; and Grace Gillingham, 25.

The Bombers’ tally included 16 goals by Macey Bott.

The Swans from Moulamein won every quarter in a 64-39 result on Hay’s court.

Moulamein won the first term, 20-9, and the second, 15-11.

A nine-goal buffer at half-time grew to 20 by the last change.

Maddy Wild scored a game-high 43 goals as Meg-Jordyne Rooney added 15 and Jorja Henery tipped in six in the 64-39 result.

Hay’s attack was led by Ellen Jamieson with 32.

Macorna was too strong on its court for Ultima.

The Tigers led 15-12 at quarter-time and then won the second, 13-6.

Asela Finch went on to score a match-high 28 goals as Emmalea Wishart added 20 in a 48-33 win for the yellow and black.

Ultima’s goalers were Grace Farrell, 17; and Ash Sanders, 16.

Round 13 scoreboard:

B-grade:
Wandella 26 lt Murrabit 43
Hay 28 dr Moulamein 28
Macorna 42 d Ultima 39.

B-reserve:
Wandella 20 lt Murrabit 45
Hay 63 d Moulamein 23
Macorna 37 lt Ultima 41.

17-and-under:
Wandella 41 d Murrabit 28
Hay 61 d Moulamein 19
Macorna 14 lt Ultima 46.

14-and-under:
Wandella 11 lt Murrabit 39
Hay 47 d Moulamein 15
Macorna 17 lt Ultima 56.

NEXT ROUND

It’s a general bye this weekend.

Round 14 will be played on August 5.

Top teams Ultima and Moulamein clash on the Kangaroos’ ground at Ultima.

Macorna tackles Murrabit at the Tigers’ home.

Wandella hosts Hay.

LADDER LEADERS CLASH ON ULTIMA’S GROUND

LADDER leaders Ultima and Moulamein clash in Saturday’s 14th round of senior footy in the Golden Rivers FNL season.

Teams are back in action after last Saturday’s general bye.

Ultima has home-ground advantage for a showdown with the Swans which starts at 2.25pm.

When these clubs met in round nine, Ultima won 99-66 at Moulamein.

Scores were 16-all at quarter-time before the Roos seized control to score 6.5 to 1.3 in the second.

A closely-fought second half went Ultima’s way, 39-37.

Darcy Farrell kicked four goals to be among Ultima’s best with Mitch Makepeace, Kyle Symons and Jake Foster.

Been an outstanding season by Ultima to be 12-1.

Caillum Brady, Mitch and Tyler Makepeace and Mitchell Seton-Stewart have been among the most consistent for the Kangaroos.

Ultima’s line-up includes Jack Delmenico in the centre, ruckman Luke Doolan, Jake Foster and Kyle Symons as key defenders.

A strong attack for Moulamein features Andy Silva, Daniel Aarsman and Khy Stovell who are in the top seven on the goalkicking ladder.

Back in round nine it was Amos and Corey Farrell, captain Heath Moloney and wingman Ely Miller who were Moulamein’s best against the Roos.

The Swans’ line-up includes Blake Azzopardi, ruckman Heath Moloney, Luke Shannon and Cody Storm.

Macorna is at home to take on Murrabit.

The round nine showdown ended in an 85-69 win for Murrabit.

A fortnight ago, Macorna led 34-31 at half-time of its clash with Ultima.

The Kangaroos scored 5.4 to just two behinds in the third on the way to a 76-55 victory.

Best for the Tigers in that contest included Hunter Anset, Jack Featherby, Jacob McIntosh and Michael Roberts.

Macorna’s attack is led by Lachlan Ritchie.

At the other end, Murrabit has the competition’s leading goalkicker in Damian Cupido.

The former Brisbane Lions and Essendon forward has kicked 45 goals for the Blues.

Macorna named Liam Roberts at full-back.

Best in Murrabit’s latest hit-out which was a 91-97 loss at Wandella included captain Nathan O’Toole, Tobie Cameron and Cooper Williams.

The Blues will look to Rhys Carmichael, Ed and Jono Aujard, and Brayden Turvey to have a major impact on this contest.

The Wandella Bombers are back in the hangar to take on Hay.

Big test for the Bombers as Hay ended Ultima’s winning streak in the 11th round.

Wandella showed plenty of fight to overturn an eight-point deficit at three quarter-time into a one-goal win against Murrabit in the 13th round.

Best for the Bombers against the Blues were Adam Ward, centreman Russell Rich, Archer Lancaster and ruck-rover Tim Robinson.

The Hay Lions will be fired up after a 29-point loss to Moulamein two weeks ago.

Players to watch for Hay include ruckman Luke Arandt, ruck-rover Fergus Cattanach, Daniel Gash and Declan Watson.

Co-captains Kenneth Jubb and Brad Pocock have played well in many matches for the Lions.

ULTIMA LEAPS CLEAR IN LAST TO BEAT SWANS

ULTIMA put in a brilliant final quarter to defeat Moulamein in Saturday’s 14th round of A-grade netball in the Golden Rivers FNL season.

It was fourth against third in what was a likely first semi-final prelude on Ultima’s court.

Scores were 9-all at quarter-time and 22-all by the main break.

In the third Ultima scored 12 goals as the Swans added 11.

A one-goal buffer for the Roos at the start of the final quarter was five by the end after they won the term, 12-8, and the match, 46-41.

Grace Farrell and Ash Sanders had an identical goals tally of 23 for Ultima.

Moulamein’s Maddy Wild scored a game-high 24 goals as Meg-Jordyne Rooney added 17.

Wandella won every quarter on its way to a 20-goal victory against Hay in the Bombers’ hangar.

The Bombers led 15-9 at quarter-time and 26-19 by the long break.

Wandella increased its lead to 14 at a quarter to go and then won the final term, 16-10, for a 56-36 result.

Macey Bott scored 26 goals for Wandella as Ellen Jamieson poured in 29 for the Hay Lions.

It was a closely-fought contest between Macorna and Murrabit.

The Macorna Tigers clawed their way to a 22-21 win against the Blues on the Macorna court.

Round 14 scoreboard:

B-grade:
Ultima 26 lt Moulamein 32
Macorna 35 lt Murrabit 42
Wandella 41 d Hay 32

B-reserve:
Ultima 43 d Moulamein 39
Macorna 29 lt Murrabit 35
Wandella 17 lt Hay 59

17-and-under:
Ultima 55 d Moulamein 23
Macorna 33 d Murrabit 28
Wandella 12 lt Hay 47

14-and-under:
Ultima 39 d Moulamein 10
Macorna 9 lt Murrabit 38
Wandella 27 lt Hay 45

KANGAS CAP GREAT FIGHTBACK TO BEAT MOULAMEIN

ULTIMA staged a brilliant final quarter fightback to beat Moulamein in Saturday’s 14th round of Golden Rivers FNL senior footy action.

The Kangaroos faced an 11-point deficit at the start of the final term against the Swans at Ultima.

Accuracy was a key factor as Moulamein scored four goals straight in the first half and Ultima racked up 4.9.

Moulamein turned the contest in a big way as it slammed on 4.4 to 1.2 in the third term to lead 52-41 at three quarter-time.

The Kangaroos bounced back brilliantly to score 6.3 to 2.3 in the last for an 80-67 victory.

Ryan Devereux led Ultima’s attack on three goals as Kyle Symons added two.

Beau Duggan-Hulands booted a match-high five goals for Moulamein as Andy Silva kicked two.

Best for Ultima were Jake Foster, Mitchell Seton-Stewart, Sam Coffey, Caillum Brady, Thomas Bull and Zac Cattlin.

Luke Shannon, Blake Azzopardi, Amos Farrell, Morgan Turvey, Cody Storm and Andy Silva shone for the Swans.

The Macorna Tigers roared to a 55-point win at home against Murrabit.

The visitors made a great start to lead 18-17 at quarter-time before Macorna added 3.2 to a behind in the second.

The Murrabit Blues worked hard to be within two goals at a quarter to play, but it was Macorna which dominated the last 30 minutes.

A tally of 8.3 to 1.2 in the last sealed a 107-52 victory for the yellow and black.

Macorna’s attack was led by Hunter Anset and Lachlan Ritchie, three; Michael Roberts, Josh Walters and Chris Wilson, two.

A tally of four goals by Murrabit star Damian Cupido put his season mark on 49.

Blues’ captain Nathan O’Toole kicked three goals.

Best for Macorna were Nick Ingleton, Shaun Haffenden, Hunter Anset, Josh Cameron, Fergus Bear and Chris Wilson.

Nathan O’Toole, Cooper Williams, Michael Grant, Tobie Cameron, Sean Gillen and Blake Watts played well for the Blues.

Hay marked a 94-point victory at Wandella.

The Lions led 19-13 at quarter-time of the clash in the Bombers’ hangar.

From there it was Hay which dominated play.

The Lions slammed on 7.3 to nil in the second.

Quarter three was closely-fought as Hay added 3.2 and the Bombers replied with 2.6.

Led by the play of Dom Booth, Will Clark and Clint Brunnenmeyer, Hay kicked away for a 20.7 (127) to 4.9 (33) victory.

Declan Watson and Jensen Hargreaves kicked seven and six goals for Hay as Daniel Zambon added two.

Adam Ward kicked two majors for the Bombers.

Best for Hay included Fergus and Jack Cattanach, and Jensen Hargreaves.

Adam Ward, Russell Rich, Jarred Schlitz, Griffin Fowler, Logan Keighran and Tim Robinson played well for Wandella.

Round 14 scoreboard: https://www.centralrivers.com.au/grfnl-game-day-results-ladders

NEXT ROUND

In next Saturday’s round 15 action, it’s the clash of the Lions and Tigers as Hay and Macorna play at Hay Recreation Reserve from 2.25pm.

Moulamein takes on Wandella at Moulamein.

Murrabit hosts Ultima on the Blues’ ground.

HAY TARGETS KANGAS ONCE AGAIN

HAY will be striving to prove its previous win against Ultima was no fluke when it tackles the Kangaroos in Saturday’s 16^th round of the Golden River FNL senior footy action.

Ultima has home-ground advantage as first takes on third.

When these clubs met in round 11 it was the Hay Lions who roared loudest in an 83-62 result.

The Lions go into this contest following last Saturday’s eight-goal win against Macorna.

Hay’s attack is led by Declan Watson and Jensen Hargreaves.

The Lions named Dom Booth in the centre, co-captains Kenneth Jubb and Brad Pocock at centre half-forward and on a back flank.

Big test for Hay ruckman James Moran and on-ballers Fergus Cattanach and Will Clark.

Ultima won its latest hit-out at Murrabit by 95 points as Bailey Codling kicked four goals and Ryan Devereux added three.

Best in the Roos’ 14^th win of the season included Martyn Cooper and Corey Grey.

Ultima’s team to tackle the Lions includes Caillum Brady, Darcy Farrell, Ed Kuchel, Mitch and Tyler Makepeace, and Aydan and Kyle Symons.

Murrabit hosts Moulamein.

When they met in round 11 it was the Swans who scored a 15-goal win against the Blues at Moulamein.

Murrabit will be determined to lift its scoring output after a tally of 29 against Ultima last round.

The Blues’ attack is led by former Brisbane Lions and Essendon forward Damian Cupido.

Key players for Murrabit include Jono Aujard, Tobie Cameron, Michael Grant and captain Nathan O’Toole.

The Blues will also look for big games from the likes of Ed Aujard, Dustin Blake, and Cooper Williams.

Moulamein won last Saturday’s clash with Wandella by 43 points as Amos Farrell, James White, Rodney Reeves and Lachie Martin led the way.

The Swans’ line-up bound for Murrabit includes Blake Azzopardi, Anthony Daw, Josh Flight, and captain Heath Moloney.

Wandella and Macorna meet in the clash of the Bombers and Tigers at Wandella Recreation Reserve.

It was a dramatic finish to their previous meeting as the Tigers clawed their way to a 42-38 victory at Macorna.

Best for Wandella in last week’s clash at Moulamein were Adam Ward, Russell Rich, Tim Robinson and Austin Crellin.

The Bombers’ team for this round includes Ricky Cathie, Austin and Jayden Crellin, Jack Danckert, and Archer Lancaster.

Macorna’s line-up includes Shaun Haffenden in the centre, Lachlan Ritchie and Josh Cameron in attack, and Malcolm Neiwand and Toby Whinfield on the half-back line.

The Tigers will also look for plenty of chances to be created by on-ballers Hunter Anset and Ethan Stone.

Ultima claws way to victory against Hay Lions

ULTIMA answered a spirited challenge from Hay to win the Golden Rivers FNL senior footy clash on Saturday by a goal.

The Kangaroos and Lions both warmed up for their finals campaigns by playing a great match in the 16^th round on Ultima’s turf.

At quarter-time Ultima led 28-15.

Hay fired up to win the second term, 32-16.

Defences were on top in the third quarter as Ultima added 1.3 and Hay was held to a tally of two points.

Play opened up in the last where the Roos scored 3.2 to 3.0.

At the final siren, Ultima led 10.13 (73) to 10.7 (67).

Kade Benfield kicked four goals for Ultima as Corey Grey and Kyle Symons added two each.

Hay’s attack was led by Declan Watson, four; and Joel Crocker, two.

Best for the Kangaroos were Jack Fletcher, Luke Doolan, Kade Benfield, Jye Purtill, Will Nelson and Darcy Farrell.

Jack Cattanach, Luke Arandt, Clint Brunnenmeyer, Fergus Cattanach, Declan Watson and Will Clark played well for the Lions.

Wandella marked its final match of the season by scoring an upset 21-point win against Macorna.

The Bombers made a great start on their ground at Wandella to lead 28-8 at quarter-time.

The Tigers from Macorna fought back to win the second term, 27-9.

In the third it was Wandella which controlled a lot of the play to add 4.3 as it held the Tigers to a tally of 1.2.

Both teams added three goals in the last as the Bombers celebrated an 85-64 victory.

Adam Ward kicked three goals in a best afield performance for Wandella.

Darren Rushton also booted three goals for the red and black.

Macorna’s attack was led by Lachlan Ritchie and Chris Wilson with two.

Best for Wandella were Adam Ward, Russell Rich, Jack Radcliffe, Darren Rushton, Archer Lancaster and Myles Greenwood.

Lachlan Thompson, Jack Featherby, Xavier Wishart, Chris Wilson, Lachlan Ritchie and Ethan Stone were Macorna’s best.

Although there were many wayward shots at goal, Moulamein marked a 41-point win at Murrabit.

The visitors led 17-13 at quarter-time and then slammed on 5.5 to a point in the second.

A closely-fought third term went Moulamein’s way, 17-13.

Both teams added two goals in the last as the Swans won 10.22 (82) to 6.5 (41).

Moulamein’s attack was led by Amos Farrell and Rodney Reeves on three goals as Blake Azzopardi added two.

The Blues’ leading goalkickers were Damian Cupido and Nathan O’Toole on two.

Best for Moulamein were Rodney Reeves, Blake Azzopardi, Luke Shannon, Nathan Buckley, Amos Farrell and Lachie Martin.

Ed Aujard, Michael Grant, Tobie Cameron, Dustin Blake, Teeraphat Khongphueng and captain Nathan O’Toole were the Blues’ best.

Murrabit marks one-goal win against Moulamein

MURRABIT fought on for a one-goal win against Moulamein in Saturday’s 16^th round of A-grade netball in the Golden Rivers FNL season.

The Blues and Swans played out a great match in the final round of the home and away series.

Scores were 10-all at quarter-time before Moulamein took charge in the second to win it, 15-11.

Murrabit hit back to win the third, 14-8.

Although the Swans outscored the Blues in the last, 14-13, it was Murrabit which marked a dramatic 48-47 victory.

The Blues’ attack was led by Montana Keating on 36 goals as Grace Gillingham added 12.

Goalers for Moulamein were Meg-Jordyne Rooney, 24; and Maddy Wild, 23.

Wandella could not halt Macorna’s attacking play on Wandella’s court.

The Macorna Tigers charged to a 15-5 lead at quarter-time and did not let up.

Macorna won the next two terms, 13-10 and 13-8.

An 18-goal buffer at a quarter to play became 28 by the finish as the Tigers romped to a 58-30 victory.

Goalers for Macorna were Asela Finch, 32; and Emmalea Wishart, 26.

Ultima won every quarter in a 60-35 result against Hay.

The Kangaroos led 16-9 at quarter-time and 34-13 by the main break.

The Lions from Hay roared back in the third to score 14 goals, but the Kangas added 15.

In the last, Ultima scored 11 goals and held Hay to a tally of eight.

Ultima’s attack was led by Ash Sanders, 39; and Grace Farrell, 12.

Ellen Jamieson scored 26 goals for the Lions.

Round 16 scoreboard:

B-grade:

Murrabit 30 d Moulamein 28, Wandella 46 d Macorna 42, Ultima 41 d Hay 27.

B-reserve:

Murrabit 36 d Moulamein 23, Ultima 44 lt Hay 56, Wandella 24 lt Macorna 46.

17-and-under:

Murrabit 26 lt Moulamein 44, Ultima 42 dr Hay 42, Wandella 57 d Macorna 35.

14-and-under:

Murrabit 36 d Moulamein 24, Ultima 44 d Hay 35, Wandella 40 d Macorna 14.

TOP teams Moulamein and Macorna meet in Saturday’s second round of senior footy in the Golden Rivers Football League. 

The Macorna Tigers will have home-ground advantage for a big contest with last season’s runner-up which starts at 2.25pm. 

Both teams made a great start to their season. 

Macorna won 51-36 at Wandella as Moulamein marked a 66-point victory at home against Murrabit. 

Key players for the Tigers include wingmen Shaun Haffenden and Lachlan Ritchie, full-forward Malcolm Neiwand, and Alex Kirby and Grady Smith. 

Daniel Aarsman and Andy Silva kicked three goals apiece in Moulamein’s win. 

The Swans will also look for big games from the likes of Blake Azzopardi,  rover Corey Farrell, Ely Miller and Khy Stovell on the wings. 

Murrabit and Hay are both on the rebound from defeat as they meet on Murrabit’s turf. 

The much-travelled Damian Cupido kicked six goals in Murrabit’s clash with the Swans at Moulamein to be among the Blues’ best. 

It’s almost 20 years since Cupido booted five goals as Essendon beat Collingwood in the Anzac Day showdown of 2003 by 66 points. 

Cupido marked a short, but spectacular AFL career between 2000 and ’05. 

The brilliant forward played 13 games for Brisbane Lions and 40 with Essendon. 

Best for Murrabit against the Swans included ruckman and co-captain Ben Gillingham, Michael Grant at full-back, and Zak Hard at centre half-back. 

The Blues’ line-up includes Rhys Carmichael, co-captain Nathan O’Toole and Ashton Wood. 

Another pride of Lions, Hay will be keen to hit back from a one-goal loss at home to Ultima. 

The play of rover Dom Booth, Fergus Cattanach at half-back, Kynan Headon, and Tom Spence at centre half-back will be a key to Hay’s chances. 

A young line-up is jointly captained by Ken Jubb and Brad Pocock. 

Ultima will start favourite to take the points at home against Wandella. 

Both featured in closely-fought matches in round one. 

The Kangaroos from Ultima won at Hay by a goal, while Wandella was within 15 points of Macorna at the final siren. 

Players to watch for Ultima include Martyn Cooper at full-back, ruck-rover Jake Foster, and Mitch and Tyler Makepeace. 

The Roos also named Jye Purtill at full-forward, Thomas Bull in the centre, and Will Nelson on a wing. 

Best for the Wandella Bombers in the first round included ruck-rover Mitch Collins, Russell Rich at full-back, Tim Robinson at half-back, and centreman Kane Timmins. 

The Bombers will also look for ruckman Jayden Crellin, Kane Timmins in the centre, and Ryan Jardine at full-forward to have an influence on the contest. 

Golden Rivers FL senior footy ladder: 

Moulamein 217 per cent, 4 points; Macorna 141, 4; Ultima 113, 4; Hay 88, 0; Wandella 70, 0; Murrabit 45, 0. 

Leading goalkickers: 

6 Damian Cupido, M’bit. 

3 Daniel Aarsman, M’mein; Andy Silva, M’mein. 

2 Blake Azzopari, M’mein; Amos Farrell, M’mein; Jye Purtill, U; Rodney Reeves, M’mein; Darren Rushton, W; Khy Stovell, M’mein; Liam Whitbourne, H. 

WANDELLA and Murrabit will fight to break their season ‘duck’ in Saturday’s third round of senior footy in the Golden Rivers Football Netball League. 

The Wandella Bombers have home-ground advantage for the clash which starts at 2.25pm. 

In round two, Wandella was on the end of 108-58 loss on Ultima’s turf. 

The Bombers will be looking for more scoring output after Mitch Collins was the only multiple goalkicker against the Roos on two. 

One of the most daunting tasks for Wandella will be at full-back. 

Jarred Schlitz was named to line up against Murrabit’s gun recruit Damian Cupido. 

A five-goal haul by Cupido against Hay has him leading the league’s goalkicking race on 11. 

The former Brisbane Lions and Essendon forward will aim to capitalise on the work of ruck-rover Dustin Blake, Tobie Cameron at half-back, Sean Gillen, and wingman Mitchell Laursen. 

The Blues named Jono Aujard in the centre, and Ed Aujard at centre half-back. 

In-form players for Wandella include Ricky Cathie, half-forward Archer Lancaster, ruckman Lee Pollock, ruck-rover Russell Rich, Darren Rushton and Tim Robinson. 

The Bombers also have Kane Timmins to rove the contests, and Jayden Crellin to intercept across half-back. 

The ladder-leading Moulamein is at home against the third-placed Hay. 

After an inaccurate first half, Moulamein dominated the third quarter of its clash at Macorna. 

The Swans slammed on 5.2 to just two points to take control. 

Andy Silva, Daniel Aarsman, Lochlan Prentice and Khy Stovell were all amongst the goals. 

A talented Swans line-up includes former Leitchville-Gunbower midfielder/forward Blake Azzopardi named at centre half-forward. 

Other players to watch for Moulamein include Nathan Buckley in the centre, rover Amos Farrell, Kaylem Hartley at centre half-back, and Morgan Turvey in midfield. 

A major threat to the Swans chances will be Fergus Cattanach who kicked three goals and was best afield in Hay’s win at Murrabit. 

Dean Aylett, centreman Dom Booth, captain Brad Pocock and Daniel Stewart were best for the Lions last round. 

James Moran in the ruck, James Eddy at full-back, and Daniel Zambon at centre half-forward all have key roles to play for Hay. 

Ultima is on home turf again to face Macorna. 

The Kangaroos will be determined to bound to a hat-trick of wins. 

Key players for Ultima include Thomas Bull in the centre, rover Zac Cattlin, Jack Delmenico, Ryan Devereux, and Jack Fletcher at centre half-back. 

The Roos also have Mitch and Tyler Makepeace in hot form. 

Ultima will look to Jamie Nicholas and Jye Purtill to lead the attack. 

Macorna will be fired up after a one-goal lead at half-time against Moulamein ended in a 37-point defeat. 

Tigers’ captain Malcolm Neiwand kicked three goals and was among the best against the Swans, along with Jack Featherby, Lachlan Ritchie, Michael Roberts, Grady Smith and Toby Whinfield. 

The Tigers also have Nick Ingleton in the ruck, Anthony Free in attack, and Liam Roberts roving.