Moulamein Football Netball Club

The rain, the wind, and the temperature made it a day to forget

The Games v Macorna

Have you ever felt the need for speed? Well, on Saturday, Moulamein will undoubtedly need to lift its game if it intends to make finals action in three weeks after Saturday.

We will demolish Macorna in the A grade if I am any judge of Netball. To ensure we make Saturday the starting point for the ladder ascension. Nearly all divisions can make finals, but a win on Saturday is a must for all grades.

The Hay timekeeper and I felt sorry for the footballers on Saturday, such were the extreme weather conditions. This must be a first: the senior game concluded at four twenty, and I was on the road at four twenty-five. This week at Moulamein, as always, the weather will be fine and mild, with sunshine everywhere. We trust that we will have some players back this week, enabling the mighty men of Moulamein to atone for what transpired last week. We must inflict a heavy defeat on Macorna to ensure our percentage climbs off the bottom in the percentage race. Netballers need to keep winning.

We always have good games against Macorna, but on Saturday, victory will be ours, and we will be in the finals race as red-hot favourites, maybe. I cannot stress how vital victory is on Saturday, so let us play Moulamein Football/Netball and celebrate hard and long into the night.                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

Match Recap: Against Hay Football Club

Braving the Elements

Rain lashes the court/oval, wind whipping hair and jerseys. Players push on, gripping the slippery ball, determination burning brighter than the gloomy sky. Shouts echo through the chilly air, feet splashing in puddles. Despite the harsh conditions, teamwork and passion transform the stormy match into an unforgettable athletic adventure.

Do we remember this? In football, they had to turn the lights on because it was getting that dark. Luckily, the netballers just scraped in before the heaviest of the weather transformed the day into a weather disaster event.

In netball, a few errant and indiscriminate passes let us down; we are better than that and must improve to be victorious at the end of the season. The B grade is doing what it has to and defeated Hay fairly easily; the other games are not as strong, but all are still in with a chance for finals.

The reserves almost achieved a victory; they had a chance to make Hay’s life a little miserable but just failed. See what happens when we get a few players to play; magnificence abounds. The Rall Chambers and Moulamein favourite (Jimmy White) has hurt his shoulder and may miss a few; it's tough to hang doors one-handed, but he is succeeding.

The seniors were a few A graders short, and although they played with the Moulamein spirit, there was no match for Hay today, better now than in the Grand Final.       One must congratulate the players who achieved the double and triple-ups on the day; it would have been challenging work and would have required intense stamina to accomplish their feat.   

A Difficult Day

Playing AFL Football in Inclement Weather

The Challenges and Beauty of the Elements

Playing AFL football in inclement weather transforms the game into an actual test of adaptability and grit. Rain and wind demand sharper focus and split-second decision-making, as the ball becomes slippery and unpredictable. Players must adjust their techniques, relying more on short, controlled kicks and handballs rather than expansive, running plays. Footing becomes uncertain; athletes skid and slip, making every contest for the ball a battle of balance as much as it is a contest of strength. The wind alters the ball's flight, requiring careful judgment and clever positioning. Muddy grounds sap energy, slowing players and turning every move into a struggle. Yet, there’s an undeniable thrill: the roar of the crowd braving the weather, the camaraderie of teammates united by the elements, and the satisfaction of overcoming nature as well as the opposition. AFL in the rain or wind reveals the sport’s raw, resilient character.

Predictions

Netball                                   Netball                                   Football

A Grade         30 goals,        C Grade -25 goals              Seniors 40 points               

B Grade         21 goals,        17 & Under 12 goals,        Reserves 15 points

B Res             11 goal,          14 & Under 16 goals,        U15 1 point

Ladders

Checking the Netball ladders, we are in the middle positions, and we certainly can play in a lot of finals if we keep up with the leaders. It would be almost impossible for the senior footballers to miss. They need to be competitive this week or win, whichever comes first, as we should almost certainly be victorious in the last three games. I left this in as it still applies, and we are now in the final stretch.

Preparing for Football and Netball Finals

Focus, teamwork, and strategy

As finals approach, ensure both body and mind are prepared. Prioritise rest and nutrition for peak performance. Attend every training session, focusing on refining tactics and teamwork. Study your opponents’ strengths and weaknesses; visualise your role and successful plays. Communicate openly with coaches and teammates—support each other to build morale. Practise set plays and skills under pressure to simulate match-day intensity. Manage nerves with deep breaths and positive thinking. Stay hydrated, stretch thoroughly, and pack all your gear the night before. Believe in your preparation, play with heart, and embrace the challenges. Give your best, together.

Conclusion

Overall, Moulamein was not disgraced at the weekend. Difficult conditions were encountered on a challenging day. Remember, remember the cup comes in September.

Weekly Wanderings

This week, it's time for the future stars of the Moulamein Football Netball club to let their hair down and have a right royal rollicking at the complex.

Hot Dog and Soup Rating

We rated the hot dog; we gave it a 9.4.

The soup was extra special, and we gave it a rating of 9.8.

Northern Futures Project

A community meeting was held to discuss our plans for 2026, including the location and schedule. Today, Monday, 28^th July 2025, Moulamein applied to join the Central Rivers/Central Murray competition.

MVP Football& Netball

The MVP Awards have now gone into camera, so there will be no updates published. All will be revealed on presentation night.

Until next week

We are the champions

GO SWANS