Round 7 saw the Creekers head down the road to Newstead. Our U11.5s went with their strongest team yet, 23 players, and 2 emergencies that ran water for us. We started off a bit slow, and the first quarter saw Newstead score a few consecutive goals. After the first quarter, and a little more encouragement, the kids turned it on and really started playing well as a team. We kept them to minimal scores in the quarters thereafter. We saw 2 goals kicked off which were great team plays and connections from the backline to the forward line, where both Evie M and Mehkai B both got the results on the board. We saw players step up and try new positions, and we also had a few milestones. One was Thomas C, who played his first 2 quarters of footy ever and had a blast, and we also saw Blake T play his 50th club game. Congratulations again for a great achievement. Awards: Ashleigh Goulding and Thomas Chaplin.
Tough day at the office for the Reserves, as Newstead put the foot down in the first quarter and kicked 11 unanswered goals. After a rev-up at quarter time, the boys responded and were much harder at the ball, and it was really pleasing to see the boys linking up and taking some control of the game back. The first ten minutes of the third quarter, was arguably our best for the game, with repeat efforts and we rattled Newstead a little. Every player fought extremely hard right till the end, and came off the ground absolutely spent. Better players: River Murray, Jackson Rewell, Alex Pagano, James Cole, Jesse Callaghan, Paddy Taylor-Potter.
The intensity around the ball was evident as the seniors came out all guns blazing in the first quarter, the pressure and attack on the ball was pleasing to see. Ben Carson took a chance early and got us on the board, and Newstead took a 2-point lead into quarter time. As the game progressed, our pressure got harder, and we fought right till the end. We couldn’t be any prouder of the effort and endeavour that was shown. Better players: Mitch Stevens, Joel Wootton, Michael Dettmer, Sean Moss, Hadley Bassett, Harley Muscat.
A super close and well-fought game by both teams in the U11 match, had everyone on the edge of their seats, right down to the last minute of the game. Going into Saturday’s game, both teams were undefeated, and our little Creekers managed to keep the undefeated title, winning the match by a single goal! Final score: Creek 6 – Newstead 5. Awards: Kaelyn Jenkin & Sebastian Pratt.
The U13s played really well and it was a close game all the way through. Newstead managed to pull away in the last quarter, and took the win by 5. Final score: 20-15. Awards: Daisy Rowe and Amelia Brown.
Our 15 and under team tried really hard against a clean Newstead outfit, and while the score line looked lopsided, you wouldn’t have known it watching the game. There was lots of great play all down the court and a huge amount of effort from every single player on court. Final score: 29-9. Awards: Indi Wouda and Lucy Nugent.
C Grade’s final result also didn’t reflect the game they played. There was some great defensive play with some turnovers and impressive intercepts, all down the court, and also strong attack work. Unfortunately, our goal opportunities were narrow, and a strong Newstead attack line did the job well for them. Final score: 37-17. Best on court: Alison Picken and Marissa Johnson.
B Grade came out strong and went into the first break with a narrow lead. They were goal for goal in the second, and started the second half down by one goal. An 8-4 quarter for Newstead ended up winning the game in the so-called “premiership quarter.” Although the Creek girls put in an excellent final quarter, which they won by a goal, the final score line was Newstead by that 4-goal advantage they got in the third. Final score: 33-29. Best on court: Alicia Martin and Montanna Stevens.
The A Grade match was a great game to watch. Some lovely netball by both teams. A lot of the game was goal for goal, with Creek going into the main break with a 5 goal lead. Unfortunately, a 31-21 second half, saw the margin reversed at the final siren, and Newstead got the win by 5. Final score: 51-46. Best on court: Taneisha Wrigley and Jess Rhone.
The Campbells Creek FNC wishes to pass on our greatest condolences, strength and support to all the family, friends, teammates, and the wider community of the Castlemaine FNC. We are all devastated for you, and with you, in this difficult time.