Goorambat seniors go down in thriller on field while A grade continues strong form

Ending up 20 points down in the first, we were able to bring ourselves right back into the contest with Brayden Wapling having a huge second quarter and leading from the front.

Ultimately though it was a disappointing but yet very positive result knowing we can really have a crack against top competition. Looking ahead now to the next couple of weeks, and hopefully we will be in a position to get a stronger side together after the long break.

Score: Goorambat 11.14 (80) def by Mohyu 12.17 (89)

Goals: Jordan Wolff 5, Victor Butler 3, Ryan Burns 2, Kobe Black

Awards: Peter Davis Rural Best on Ground - Brayden Wapling, Goorambat Railway Hotel - Alex Moloney, Gladstone’s Ampol Fuel - Ryan Burns, Hollywood’s Pizza - Victor Butler, Thursday Night Club Meal - James Webb, Royal Hotel - Brady Purcell

Reserves

Congratulations to Daniel Hooper on playing his 300th game and to Gary Priest on playing his 100th club game on Saturday.

Score: Goorambat 2.8 (20) def by Mohyu 10.10 (70)

Goals: Sam Gladstone, Daniel Hooper

Awards: Bouwmeester’s Bakery Best on Ground - Sam Gladstone, Hollywood’s Pizza - Daniel Hooper, Royal Hotel- Gary Priest, Club Drink Voucher - Dylan Barber, Bill Bo Pop - Jeremy Hill, Sportspower - Jeremy Sloan

Netball

A Grade

A Grade had a hard-fought win over Moyhu, overcoming an early six-goal deficit at quarter time to level the scores by half time.

From there the girls lifted another gear, controlling the second half to finish with an impressive eight-goal victory.

Eliza was outstanding in defence and created plenty of turnovers, while Charli’s work rate through the mid court was crucial in shifting momentum. Sarah Blackburn also had a strong game through the mid court, providing great run and composure when the game was on the line.

Score: Goorambat 37 def Moyhu 29

Awards: Best on - Eliza Cole - Riverbank Cash Award, Charli Button - Goorambat Drink Voucher, Sarah Blackburn - Early Bird Voucher

B Grade

Goorambat 42 def Moyhu 22

Awards: Best on - Lacey Carter - G&S Gall Cash award, Chelsea Bamford - Goorambat Railway Hotel, Casey Hearmon - Club drink Voucher

B Reserve

After a competitive first three quarters, Goorambat showed plenty of determination against Moyhu before Moyhu pulled away late to secure a 43-28 victory. Goorambat matched it with the opposition for much of the contest, working hard through the midcourt and creating strong passages of play.

Best on court for Goorambat was Fiona Doig, whose endless intercepts and defensive pressure kept her side in the game throughout the day. Abby Hammond earned second best honours with outstanding leads and tireless work rate in attack, continually creating options down the court.

Third best went to Kate Nolan for her strong communication, leadership on court and accurate shooting effort under pressure.

Despite the result, Goorambat can take plenty of positives from the performance after sticking with Moyhu for the majority of the match.

Score: Goorambat 28 def by Moyhu 43

Awards: Best on - Fiona Doig - Muscle Mend Cash Award, Abby Hammond - Thursday dinner club award, Kate Nolan - Early Bird Voucher

Under-17s

Goorambat played Moyhu this week and despite the 51-17 scoreline, the girls showed just how much improvement they’ve made since round one.

The team continued to compete right until the final whistle and worked hard across all four quarters against a strong Moyhu side. Issie was outstanding through the mid court, while Cienna provided plenty of drive and pressure around the contest. Chelsey worked tirelessly in goals and continued to create opportunities for the team.

Score: Goorambat 17 def by Moyhu 51

Awards: Best on - Issie De Fazio - Hammond Family Cash Award, Cienna Berry - Sports Power Voucher, Chelsey Roberts - Spot 4 Ice Cream Voucher

Under-15s

Goorambat’s under-15s took on Moyhu this week, going down 22-44. The girls showed improved court flow throughout the game, with some great passages of play.

Best on court went to Aaliyah Wakley, who tried a new role through the midcourt and impressed with her strong drives into space.

Ava Hayes played another consistent game in defence, taking on feedback well while collecting rebounds with strong hands. Estelle Doig applied great defensive pressure, putting hands over every ball to slow down a fast-moving Moyhu side.

The team continues to grow in confidence each week, with their teamwork and decision making showing great improvement across the court.

Score: Goorambat 22 def by Moyhu 44

Awards: Best on - Aaliyah Wakley - Hammond Family Canteen Voucher, Ava Hayes - Amelia Kate Hair cash award, Estelle Doig - Sportspower

Past players reunion

The action continued following Goorambat’s senior football contest, too, with past players and club legends returning to reminisce and trade memories of past playing days.

Former Footscray VFL champion Doug Hawkins was the guest speaker on the night, proving a hit with the strong crowd that stayed on, while the 2006 Benalla and District League senior football and B grade netball sides celebrated 20 year premiership reunions.