SCHOOL SPORT VICTORIA - SANDHURST DIVISION

Senior Girls Football

The Senior Girls Football team competed in the Sandhurst Division on Monday 11 May, taking part in a challenging round robin competition against strong opposition. Across the three matches, the girls displayed incredible skill and outstanding team spirit.

Game 1 CMCB vs Marist College Bendigo

The opening match against Marist was a tough, hard-fought encounter. The girls started strongly and went into the halftime break with an 8-point lead. Early goals from Marist in the second half tested the CMCB defence, however the girls responded well to maintain a narrow advantage midway through the half. Unfortunately, two late goals to Marist proved decisive, with CMCB going down by just 4 points in a closely contested match.

Game 2 CMCB vs Bendigo Senior Secondary College

Game two was a high-quality, skilful contest, with both teams transitioning the ball with class. Each side kicked two goals in the first half, with BSSC taking a slender 1-point lead into the break. In the second half, BSSC capitalised on their strong ball movement and extended their lead, eventually running away with the match 36–15. Despite the result, the girls showed great composure and effort throughout.

Game 3 CMCB vs SEDA

After two narrow losses, the girls were determined to finish the day on a positive note. Facing SEDA, they delivered a dominant team performance from start to finish, securing a well-deserved 19-point victory. The win was built on the back of incredible teamwork, highlighted by excellent centre clearances, smooth ball transition and strong pressure across the ground.

Overall, it was a fun day of football against quality opposition. The girls should be proud of their effort, perseverance and the way they supported each other throughout the competition.

Special thanks to Mrs Amanda for assisting as Team Manager on the day, and to Isaac Manley, Nate Thompson and Jye MacDonald for running the water and messages across all three games - their assistance and willingness to help were greatly appreciated.

TEAM: Mrs Maree Pearce (Coach), Alannah Prowse, Lexie Fennell, Dempsey McDonnell, Rania Jackson-Leahy, Zarah Reynolds, Abigail Schmidt, Mikayla Gladman, Jemma Thomas, Lyndal Bannan, Ty-Rae Warren, Eden Pollard (Helper), Zoe Reynolds, Kaylene Harley, Madi Morrison, Chella Fitzgerald, Jordan O’Bree, Belle Mapperson, Layla O’Brien, Tully Place, Latika Lakey, Hannah Guo, Lara Cockerall