Angus and Alida stream down the field towards goal in the under-16 win. Photos: Lee Manning.
Benalla’s determination shone through this weekend despite some losses, although the under-16s produced a positive result.
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Under 13s vs GVGS
Madeliene makes a strong pass towards goals during Benalla's under-13 contest.
Madeleine worked tirelessly through midfield, constantly supporting both attack and defence, and Charlee impressed in just her second game of hockey, finding her confidence and working hard to help drive the ball up the field.
William was outstanding in goals, making numerous crucial saves to keep the team in the game, while captain Finn remained calm under pressure and led from the back.
Sophie and Hayden combined with some brilliant passing to score against a strong GVGS defence, highlighting a spirited team performance with plenty of positives to build on for the weeks ahead.
Score: GVGS 10 - 1 Benalla
Goals: Hayden Littler
Umpire best and fairest votes: 3 - Finn Thompson, 2 - Hayden Littler, 1 - Sophie Littler.
Under 16s vs SCC/Mooroopna
Erin successfully steals from an SCC-Mooroopna opponent in the under-16’s 2-0 win.
The Under 16s dominated the play, with forwards Erin and Ineke pushing up the left wing into the circle numerous times.
Half back Jack pushed through the pack with some well-placed hits to forwards Xavier, Lucas and Breanna, who all fought well into the circle at times and were unlucky not to score together.
The Tigers had a great second half, with an early goal coming from Erin into the circle, deflecting off Brodie out to Cooper and Angus and back in to score behind the goalie.
Rory was again a solid centre half, turning the ball over well before full backs Alida and Steele, who also ran out to dispossess GVGS of the ball, leaving captain and goalie Annie with few touches in a great win.
Score: SCC/Mooroopna 0 - 2 Benalla/SYC
Goals: Ineke Walsh, Angus Hayes
Umpire best and fairest votes: 3 - Angus Hayes, 2 - Brodie Rawlings, 1 - Breanna Graham.
Women’s SYC vs Mooroopna
Amber, Jacinta and Lee made some critical turnovers and ran hard in a strongly defensive game, but missing many forwards showed in their loss to the strong Mooroopna.
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