ROUND FIVE vs Mitta United
Seniors Football: 6.7 43 - 20.11 131
The Beechworth Bushrangers produced a strong performance to secure a convincing win over Mitta. A fast start set the tone, with the return of key senior players adding experience and composure across the ground. Lance was dominant up forward with eight goals, while Brayden added a couple, both capitalising on the work of a midfield group that controlled play throughout. Liam Stephens, Lucas Jakobsson, Cam Fendyk and Rourke Warner (in his best game to date) were standout contributors, while the defence impressed with relentless rebound with Hamish Malsem leading the charge from down back. A complete team performance sees the Bushrangers build momentum heading into next week.
Awards: Bridge Road Brewery: Liam Stephens Nicholas Hotel: Hamish Malsem
Himalayan Guiding: Lachlan Armstrong The Stanley Pub: Rourke Warne WarnerExcavations: Lukas Jakobsson
Reserves Football: 10.10 70 - 8.9 57
The Ressies had a fantastic game against Mitta on the weekend. While still no chocolates, the team put in a solid performance again. A great mix of youth and experience and speed and strength on display. Surely a win is coming against the better sides soon.
Awards Himalayan Guiding: Kade Parkinson BFNC Award: Vaughn Bussell
TanswellsHotel: Ritchie Worcester NicholasHotel: James McPherson The Stanley Pub: James Davidson
Under 17’s Football: 9.10 64 - 6.12 48
The under 17s had a cracking match against Mitta and it was there for the taking! Certainly some goal kicking practice at training this week.
Awards: Newtown Fitness: Quin Taylor Beechworth Plumbing: Archer Warner
Beechworth Accounting: Oliver Bladon Himalayan Guiding: Tyson Coad Robin Warner: Jaxon Gale
Under 12s Football: Won
Awards: Beechworth Plumbing: Kayden Ross Beechworth Ice-Creamery: Lucas Armstrong
BJ & CJ Surrey: Jobe Thomson Beechworth Short Stays: Ranoch Richer BFNC: Rocco Pavarino
A Grade Netball: 65 - 38
A Grade started the game strongly, but unfortunately Mitta proved too strong in the end. There were some really promising passages of play, with defensive pressure once again a highlight, creating valuable turnovers. In attack, there was some smooth ball movement, with direct passages of play throughout the midcourt, flowing into some well-timed passes into the shooters allowing for quality scoring opportunities.
Awards: Bridge Road Brewery: Tegan Chambeyron Nicholas Hotel: Tilly Boyd The Stanley Pub: Hannah Fitzgerald
B Grade Netball: 65 - 40
B Grade had a much better game this week and it was a positive turn around from last week. It was our highest scoring game so far and the spirits from all were higher.
Matilda showed what she was capable of today, providing great drive into the ring and shooting that ball high. Emma continues to be the stabiliser up in defence, but forgot what team she was playing for, for a moment. Leila showed some really great attitude today and got behind the team. Keep it up girls, we'll get that win soon!
Awards: Goldfields Greengrocer: Matilda Collins Tiny: Emma Smith Hotel Nicholas: Leila Curr
C Grade Netball: 39 - 38
An outstanding performance by C grade today. The game was goal for goal until the final whistle. The attacking end worked the ball without forcing play and had some great passages of play. Our defence was tight, providing ample turn overs. As a new team, the girls are really starting to find their feet, I can’t wait to see what the rest of the season brings!
Awards: Beechworth Florist: Talia Tanswells Hotel: Jamie Shape Beauty: Ruby
C Res Netball: 22 - 25
22-25 winners!! What a great win this week after a few tough games for the girls! Not only was it a win but a fight back to get the win! So proud of all the girls and the heart and effort they put in to keep going and get the win! But also the effort and drive they put in week in and week out! The positivity of this group is amazing and they are so enjoyable to coach!
Awards: Tanswells Hotel: Beth Shape Beauty: Charlotte C Netball for Everyone: Megan
U17’s Netball: 54 - 19
A tough game against a strong opposition today, but the team showed plenty of positive signs throughout the match. There were some great passages of play with strong drives through the midcourt and quality feeding into the ring, creating good scoring opportunities. Defensively, the pressure in the ring was a standout, with strong contests and determination to win back possession.
Awards: Himalayan Guiding Australia: Gizelle Last Street Brewery: Edi Beechworth Bakery: Lucy
U15’s Netball: 25 - 51
A strong 51–25 win that required consistent effort across the court. The defenders did a great job reading the play and creating turnovers, while the attackers handled physical pressure well. A solid team effort all round.
Awards: Pfahlert Family Award: Sophie Rinaudo Beechworth Machinery: Olivia Cavallin BJ & CJ Surrey: Hazel Carr
U13s Netball: 17 - 24
The 13s delivered a strong team performance. Their defensive pressure was consistent across court, creating valuable turnovers, while their attacking play flowed smoothly with great connections through the goal circle. The team worked hard to maintain good spacing, deliver strong passes, and support one another, which was great to see. They led for the first three quarters, but momentum shifted late, with Mitta edging ahead to take the win 20–17. A lot to be proud of today—the effort, teamwork, and the way training is carrying through into game day.
Awards: Hotel Nicholas: Amelie Project 49: Millie Lemongrass: Lily
U13’s Res: 10 - 22
It was a lovely morning for spectators after the sun broke through the fog - a little warm for our players out on the court though! The girls showed great teamwork, team spirit and passages of strong connection against the 15Res side today. Sadie worked hard and provided strong, clear leads through the midcourt and demonstrated great balance and control with her passing. Aulay showed great resilience, working hard in centre (and the hot sun), providing strong drives and never giving up on the contest. Devi continues to impress with her natural movement in the goal circle and remains a strong, reliable target under the ring.
Awards: Beechworth Bakery - Sadie Myrtleford Sports & Outdoors: Aulay Tanswells Hotel - Devi
U11’s Netball: 3 - 11
U11’s played a fantastic game today to take home an 11-3 win against Mitta. Both defensive and attacking pressure was brilliant to watch. They made countless turn overs down the court which resulted in scoring opportunities. Well done team, keep it up!
Awards: Beechworth Plumbing: Isla Fiona Stringer: Lila CJ & BJ Surrey: Estelle
U11’s Wodonga: 4 - 1
What a fantastic start to the season for the team, coming away with a 4-1 win in their very first game together!
The team played exceptionally well, and it was great to see all their hard work from preseason coming together on the court. Their midcourt pressure created plenty of turnovers, while a strong defensive effort kept the opposition under constant pressure.
Audrey, Penelope and Zahli received awards today. A big shout out as well to Cooper in playing his first game for the bushies
Tanswells Hotel volunteer of the week: Jodie Pritchard
Thanks for everything you do with Net Set Go and junior Netball!
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