Tex Longmire contests the ruck in the under 16s game.
Corowa Rutherglen Under 16 Roos have emerged victorious after a thrilling showdown against Lavington on Sunday, securing their place in the grand final with a remarkable display of skill, teamwork, and determination.
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The clash was highly anticipated as Lavington boasted a lineup strengthened by their returning superstars from representative and senior football duties.
Right from the opening bounce, it was evident that this match would be a fierce battle, with players from both teams putting their bodies on the line. The intensity never waned throughout the game, keeping spectators at the edge of their seats until the final siren sounded.
The first quarter showcased Corowa’s discipline in their defensive setup and their impressive tackling skills.
U16s player Hunter Hall drops the ball to the boot.
Angus Coghill’s return in the defense was a significant boost, along with Hunter Hall’s dominant performance on the flank. Isaac Dickinson’s early goal-scoring prowess, contributing two goals, helped keep the game balanced as both teams finished the quarter with 3 goals and 1 point each.
As the game progressed to the second quarter, the Roos took control of the ball with accurate short passing and dominant marking. The transition play was exceptional, with players like Jordan Allen, Brodie Eyers, and Caile Duryea orchestrating the ball’s movement forward.
Jaxson Bolger’s aggressive ball pursuit around stoppages further solidified Corowa’s control.
Jay Lavis pushes past his Lavington opponent.
The third quarter saw an unrelenting display of hard-fought footy.
Brodie Eyers’ courage in marking and Ed Kreutzberger’s aggressive ball attack were inspiring for the team. Despite Lavington’s strong push, Hunter Hall, Angus Massey, and Jordan Allen’s clean hands limited the opposition’s impact, allowing the Roos to maintain control of the match.
The fourth quarter saw the Roos break Lavington and move away with the game with sustained numbers around the stoppages, locking the ball into their forward line to create scoring opportunities.
Brodie Eyers continued to show his courage with marking and Jordan Allan’s intercept mark was a highlight.
Eli Lavis made a huge impact in the under 14s game.
Goals to Jay Alvis and Hunter Hall including a soccer kick off the ground resulting in 6 points that would have made the Matilda’s proud. Jaxson Bolger was unstoppable all game and also hit the scoreboard.
Tex Longmire and Caile Duryea worked with Jayden Forge all day to keep pressure on the Panthers with Tex and Caile also contributing to the scoreboard.
Hamish Baker, Zach Arnold and Leroy Chester made an impact off the bench.
Goals: Isaac Dickinson 5, Jaxson Bolger 2, Jay Lavis 2, Hunter Hall 2, Tex Longmire 1,Caile Duryea 1
Final Score: Roos 13.9.87 def Lavington 9.6.50.
Under 14s show grit despite loss
Will Massey outruns his opponent in the 14s game.
Coming off a win against Albury last week, the Under 14 Roos took to Albury Sports Ground with a sense of cautious optimism.
From the opening bounce, it was clear that Albury had come to play, advancing the ball into the Roos’ defensive end, however, Cohen and Eli held up the backline effectively, supported ably by Hudson.
Some big body clashes in the middle of the park saw Albury able to kick two quick goals, before some slick ball movement allowed Joey to take a clean mark 35 metres from the sticks, slotting the goal with a beautiful kick.
The second quarter saw sustained pressure from the Albury side, pushing the Roos boys for a response.
Emmett stood tall in the mid-field and Brodie started to really impose himself on the game.
However, despite a cheeky goal from Brodie, the Tigers were able to slot three goals and 5 behinds to go into the half-time break with a 22-point advantage.
Coach Patto asked for effort in the third term and the boys started to push hard. Eli Lavis was making a menace of himself around the ball and Toby started to find some space.
Ed Kreutzberger looking dangerous with the ball in the under 16s game against Lavington.
However, mistakes in the marking contest started to take effect and the boys continued to leak points, Albury kicking 3.1 in the third with the Roos only managing to respond with one goal to Toby.
Up against it in the final term, the boys didn’t drop their heads.
Strong play in the middle of the park allowed them to shift the ball wide and create chances, with Will Massey able to capitalise.
However, Albury were able to respond with two more goals of their own, putting the game and, unfortunately, the boys’ season to bed.
This was a great effort by the boys and, despite the final scoreline, allowed them to finish the season with their heads held high.
