COMPREHENSIVE VICTORIES A FEATURE IN ROUND 9

By KEL ROWE

Another icy weekend of footy played out across both divisions of the VU Polytechnic Senior Women’s Competition, with comprehensive victories a feature of Round 9.

The round kicked off on Friday night out at Galvin Park, with Werribee Centrals going head-to-head with the Parkside Spurs. The Centurions continued their winning run, locking in a 55-point win over their visitors. Jessica Byrnes worked hard under pressure for the Spurs, whilst Centurions’ sharpshooter Larrissa Renaut kicked 3 majors, and teammate Meghann Basto was named in best.

Saturday morning saw Division 1 side Caroline Springs take on Yarraville Seddon, executing a comprehensive 47-point win over the Eagles. The Lakers showcased six individual goal kickers, with Stephanie Thompson starring for her side. Eagle Claire Rollinson celebrated a huge milestone, playing her 150th game, producing a best-on-ground performance to mark the occasion.

Spotswood continued their dominance over the Division 1 competition — locking in a 72-point victory over hosts Point Cook Centrals. Shark Sarah Daw played a valiant game and was named best on for her side, whilst Spotswood recognised the efforts of Emma Kiely and Jacinta Reid, the latter adding 3 goals to the scoreboard for the Wolves.

Spotswood’s Division 2 side also claimed victory, with the team running over Laverton by 57-points. Shannon Blake fought hard for the Magpies, but the side was unable to stop the Wolves attack on goal. Tui Huta was dangerous inside 50, kicking 3 majors, and was well-supported around the ground by teammate Isabel Choate.

West Footscray played host to suburban rivals Braybrook in a physical match-up, overcoming excellent tackling pressure from the Brookers to lock in a 98-point victory. Sarah Jamieson was a standout in defence for the Brookers, whilst Jemma Hay was prolific in the Roosters forward 50, adding five majors to her tally and jumping to the top of the Division 2 Leading Goal Kicker ladder.

To round out the weekend, North Sunshine hosted Point Cook, with the visitors unfazed by the icy conditions to lock in a 68-point win. Bulldog Emily Laidlaw was a major contributor, kicking 4, whilst teammate Ebony Hoffman was named as best for her side. Tamara Roach and Zoe Doherty kicked the only majors for North sunshine, with the later also earning best on for her efforts.