Daniel Ryland kicks the ball forward in the Cats Under 17’s preliminary final win on Saturday.
Under 17s ~ Preliminary Final
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Cats 11.12.78 def Beechworth Bushies 8.3.51
In another outstanding display of teamwork and determination, the Cats Under 17s have secured their place in the 2025 TDFL Grand Final.
Despite trailing at both quarter and half-time, the boys dug deep and produced some of their finest football of the season.
Smart positional changes turned the momentum, allowing the team to hit the front by the final break.
From there, they took control and finished strongly, sealing a well-deserved victory and a grand final showdown with Mitta.
The boys now have a second chance to test themselves against the minor premiers.
Lukas Moore takes a strong mark for the Cats.
It promises to be a tough contest, but if they can replicate the intensity, skill, and spirit they showed this weekend, they’ll give themselves every opportunity.
Let’s all get behind the team as they proudly represent the Rutherglen Football Netball Club in the big dance this Saturday, September 13 from 10.30am at Sandy Creek.
The ball was well contested in the middle on Saturday.
The Cats imposed great finals pressure on Beechworth.
Best Players: Mitch Francis, Logan Poole, Flynn Verhulst, Harry Chandler, Dusty Fisher, Aidan Berriman.
Under 12s ~ Preliminary Final
Cats 5.5.35 def Thurgoona Bulldogs 0.3.3
For the final match of the season for the youngest Cats, club members travelled to the MCG of the Bush, Sandy Creek, to take on the fourth placed Thurgoona in what would be a tough game as they had played each other twice throughout the season with one win each.
After a solid week on the training track the young Cats were ready to fire, and after a tight first few minutes the Cats would kick the first goal of the game through full forward Brax Jennings.
The midfield started to get on top with Cody O’Donoghue kicking another goal from some great team play.
The half backline consisting of Jimmy Nicholson, Jenson McInnes and Sammy Lewis were sensational rebounding Thurgoona’s efforts to enter the forward line.
Pat McMillan kicked the first goal of his career while Toby Douglas and Nick Hudson were also in everything.
The young Cats eventually running out comfortable winners in a great team win which capped off an enjoyable and successful season.
Club News
Another great weekend for the Cats.
Save The Dates – mark your calendars.
Junior Club Presentation – This Sunday, September 14 at 10am at Barkly Park Clubrooms – please return jumpers/dresses.
AGM and Special General Meeting – Tuesday, September 16 at 7pm at Barkly Park Clubrooms – Your voice matters, make sure you vote to ensure the Rutherglen Cats continue to thrive for generations to come.
Senior Club Presentation – Saturday, September 20 at 7pm at Memorial Hall Rutherglen – as the club close and celebrate one season and prepare to move into the next.
But the job’s not done yet Cats family, the Under 17s are proudly representing the club in the Grand Final against Mitta United, so let’s see you back cheering loud and proud for the boys this Saturday, September 13 from 10.30am at Sandy Creek.
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