SPORT: Rebels’ big day at Powelly
Alexandra had five teams of netball and two teams of football travel to Powelltown last Saturday (May 3).
There were a few changes to the Rebels’ Reserves side\, with Will Goonan and Brendan Musgrove joining the team. Both brought strong energy to a tightly contested match.
The first half was a defensive battle, with limited scoring opportunities for either side. By halftime, the Rebels led with 2 goals, 3 behinds (15 points) to Powelltown’s 1 goal, 3 behinds (9 points).
After the break, both teams lifted their intensity. Powelltown came out strong, booting three straight goals, while Alex replied withtwo majors for the Rebels. As the siren sounded for three-quarter time, the Rebels held a narrow two-point lead.
The final quarter saw both teams trading blows, each managing 2 goals and 2 behinds. In a nail-biting finish, it was a crucial smother by Brendan Musgrove in the dying seconds that sealed the win for the Rebels, who held on to triumph by justtwo points. Final score Alexandra 6-7 (43) defeated Powelltown 6-5 (41).
Awards: NP on the run – Josh Crane, Future Fit Finance Award – Brendan Musgrove, AFNC Club Voucher – Daniel Roper, and Simpson Fuel Card – Lachlan Collard.
The Seniors had a late change ahead of the clash with Powelltown, with Ryan Lucas ruled out and Luke Wal stepping in.
The Rebels were slow out of the blocks, and Powelltown took full advantage in the opening term, booting 5 goals 4 behinds to Alex’s 3 goals 4.
After some stern words from the coach at quarter time, the Rebels responded with renewed intensity. They dominated the second quarter, slotting four goals while holding the Towners to just one, turning the deficit into a 12-point lead by halftime.
The third quarter saw the Rebels hit top gear. With clean ball movement and relentless pressure, they piled on another five goals to Powelltown’s single major, taking firm control of the match.
Despite suffering injuries to Harry Prendergast and Charlie Boots, which limited rotations, the Rebels pushed through fatigue in the final term. They added another five goals to Powelltown’s three, finishing strong and sealing a convincing win. Alexandra 17-15 (117) defeating Powelltown 10-9 (69).
Awards: Kervale Incentive – Lachlan Nankervis, O’Briens Real Estate – Riley Frankcombe, Simpson Fuel Card – Mitch Parker and Buxton Hotel – Nathan Georgiadis.
Netball
The netballers didn’t let the club down either coming home with five wins for the day. Our Under 17’s did extremely well with the closest match of the day defeating Powelltown by three goals but full credit to the girls to the seven of them who ran a full game out in the tough contest.
Netball Awards:
A Grade: Alexandra 67 defeated Powelltown 28 – Incentive Award: Ellie Hedger, Alexandra Hotel: Catilan Haggis.
B Grade: Alexandra 47 defeated Powelltown 37 – Incentive Award: Beth Cairns, Alexandra Hotel: Emily Van Lierop
C Grade: Alexandra 37 defeated Powelltown 26 – Alexandra Hotel Award: Rose Hurrey and Corner Hotel Award – Brodie Wheelhouse.
D Grade – Alexandra 27 defeated Powelltown 10 – Alexandra Hotel Award: Elly Gambrell, AFNC Club Voucher: Emiliah Del Conte and Corner Hotel Award: Lizzie Butcher.
Under 17’s – Alexandra 25 defeated Powelltown 22 – Koala Cherries Award: Samantha Fraser, AFNC Club Voucher – Regan O’Toole.
Next weekend we see the Rebels back at home taking on Yarra Glen in five games of netball and three games of football.
Junior Report
It was a busy weekend for our junior footballers, with the Under 9s, 10s, 12s, and 16s making the trip to Wandong to face the Radiers on their home turf, while the Under 14s played at home against Broadford.
Although the Under 9s and 10s competitions are non-scoring and focused on fun and development, the kids showed great enthusiasm and teamwork. There was no shortage of smiles as they enjoyed running around with their mates and learning the game.
Encouragement Awards for these age groups went to Leo Jager, Harvey Hill, Bodhi McKenzie, River Lamaro, Tahj Parker, Angus Hedger, Declan Heard and Noah Knight.
The Under 12s faced a tough challenge against a strong Wandong outfit. With the help of some Under 10s stepping up to fill the numbers, the team showed great determination and spirit. Despite the final score – Wandong 16.12 (108) to the Rebels 1.0 (6) – the group never gave up. Full credit to the players and coach Sam Kidd for their continued commitment and teamwork in representing the club each week.
Awards: Essence Coffee Lounge – Angus Barkley, Foodworks Award: Beau Nash, Alex Bakery AND Café: Lucas Creed and Coaches Award: Jace O’Sullivan.
At Rebels home ground, the Under 14s battled it out in a tightly contested game against Broadford. Quarter time saw Alexandra lead narrowly, 1.2 to 0.2. The second quarter was a strong defensive effort, with the Rebels holding Broadford scoreless.
However, the Roos came out firing in the third, kicking three unanswered goals to the Rebels’ three behinds, swinging the momentum their way.
In the final quarter, the Rebels rallied with a brilliant team effort, booting three goals to one and securing a hard-fought 14-point victory. Final scores: Alexandra 5.11 (41) defeated Broadford 4.3 (27).
Awards: Essence Coffee Lounge Award – Harrish Balansag, Reddrops Foodworks Award – Charlie Broadway, Alex Bakery and Cafe Award – Josh Northmore and Coaches Award – Jaidyn Dimech.
The Under 16s also made the journey to Wandong, and thanks to four Under 14s players who jumped in the car straight after their home game to lend a hand, the Rebels were able to field a full-strength side.
Their efforts were rewarded with a dominant performance, as the team came home easy winners. Final score: Alexandra 15.18 (108) defeated Wandong 5.4 (34).
Well done to all teams, players, coaches, and families for a strong weekend of junior footy.
Awards: Essence Coffee Lounge Award – Jaidyn Dimech, Reddrops Foodworks Award – Josh Northmore, Alex Bakery and Cafe – Levi Campbell and Coaches Award – Billy Baker
All netball for the weekend was played on Friday night with Alexandra Black taking on Alexandra Red in both the Under 13’s and 15’s. Our Under 11 team had the bye.
Both Under 13 teams played with Alexandra Red 25 defeating Alexandra Black 12.
Awards: Alexandra Black – Foodworks – Ruby Bermingham, Alex Bakery and Café – Asha Vine, Sportspower – Tilly Miljkovic.
Alexandra Red: Foodworks – Zelda Van Lierop, Alex Bakery & Café – Harper Williamson, Sportspower: Koa Parker.
Under 15 teams girls both showed their skill and determination and did the club proud, but again the Alexandra Red team were too strong coming home winners. Alex Red 40 defeated Alex Black 27.
Awards: Alexandra Black Foodworks – Nikita Lyttle, Alex Bakery and Café – Holly Williams, Sports Power – Bella Twitchett, Alexandra Red – Foodworks – Hannah Weeks, Alex Bakery and Café – Taya Barkley, Sportspower – Madison Birch.
Michelle Jack