LONGWOOD'S day at Stanhope started well in the netball and ended with a one-point thriller for the senior footballers.

NETBALL

UNDER 11s had a great game, with players trying new positions and having fun out on the court, with the team gelling and building strong connections.

Murphys Motors best on court went to Marlee, who played an outstanding game despite nursing a sore nose.

The coaches award went to Imogen, who never stopped trying and followed every direction given.

The Seymour Cafe voucher was awarded to Zayden.

UNDER 13s took to the court missing some key players but remained competitive throughout.

Unfortunately, Stanhope had the stronger fourth quarter and took the win.

Avenel Cafe best on court was Abby Eagles, who led strongly and communicated well on the court.

The coaches award went to Tandah Davies, who followed instructions closely and defended consistently.

A bonus Seymour Cafe award went to Becky Heatherill.

UNDER 15s hit the court with intensity and built their lead quarter by quarter, finishing with an 11-goal win.

Riceys best on court went to Zahara for outstanding defensive work and countless intercepts.

The coaches award went to Frankie, who covered the court brilliantly and shot with confidence.

Akiyah earned our third award for her vocal leadership and direction on the court.

UNDER 17s came out firing against ladder-leaders Stanhope, keeping within four goals at three quarter time; however, they ran out of legs in the final quarter.

Jaclyn Symes best on court was awarded to Niamh for her intercepts and drive through the court.

The coaches award went to Willow and the Seymour Cafe award went to Maddy.

THE C Reserve team stepped onto the court with spirit, battling hard in defence and providing solid feeds into the ring and thanks go to Kat, Leonie and Zahara for stepping in.

Inbound Aviation best on court went to Mel Harper; coaches awards were shared between Akira and Carly.

C GRADE struggled for cohesion with another new player combination due to several absences, and thanks go to Akira and Beth for stepping up.

Avenel Pharmacy best on court: Michelle Groom' coaches award: Kellie Bender.

B GRADE started strong but couldn't maintain intensity across all four quarters.

Jamo took out the Jippo Angus best on court for her direction and drive and the coaches award went to Em for her excellent movement out of the circle.

LONGWOOD A Grade played a disciplined and competitive match, leading by four at three quarter time with Stanhope edging ahead in the final quarter to take a three goal win.

Assistant coach Stevie Dickman said the team kept composure through the whole game but let it go in the final quarter.

"In that quarter, Stanhope had a bit more determination to take out the win," Dickman said.

"However, we played one of our best games this year.

"We have Shep' East next week so hopefully we can keep the composure and keep it close but they are a tough side and they are at the top for a reason."

Due to injury, under 17 players Willow and Niamh stepped up and held their own and so share the coaches award this week.

Eb delivered another brilliant performance in defence and was awarded Seeka Australia best on court.

Thanks to Kady and Jamo for supporting from the bench.

FOOTBALL

UNDER 10s

THE under 10s took to the field on Friday night in cold conditions, facing Avenel for the second time this season.

After a slow start, the team warmed up and claimed another win with the senior players showing leadership, helping engage the younger ones, and Zayden Watson playing his best game to date.

North East Vic Landscaping Supplies awards: Zayden, Hunter and Lincoln

Spirit of Football medal (awarded by the opposition): Kaiden.

UNDER 12s

FACING Shepparton Swans was always going to be tough and the pressure around the ball was lacking as a team.

Eastern Seaboard Shearing best on went to Co Deane for his relentless pressure and work across the ground.

Second best was Billy and third went to Bruiser.

The Spirit of Football award went to Rob, who continues to show massive improvement.

UNDER 15s

OUR under 15s faced a well sized Stanhope team, which highlighted the physical differences on the field.

Eddie Shiner had his best game down back with several intercept marks, and Cody Fry also stood out, rotating between key defence and ruck.

Jac Roob was consistently effective but the overall size of the opposition made the difference.

Done Shovelling awards: Eddie, Cody and Jac .

The team now turns its focus to Shepparton East with hopes of returning to the winners list.

RESERVES

THE reserves put in a solid effort but couldn’t maintain their pace in the final quarter, going down by three goals.

White Hart Hotel better players: Jye Richman, Josh Hyland and Shaun Bridges.

SENIORS

THE seniors started poorly, with costly errors and poor decision making early; however, the team showed heart to claw back by three-quarter time.

In a nail-biting finish, Longwood pulled off a hard-fought one-point win which playing coach Jordan Formaosa said was 'a great comeback' after giving the team the right words at three-quarter-time.

"I said to the boys that I felt we had more run left in our legs so I thought we could win," Formosa said.

"We put a lot into that.

"We have Shep east next week, but we'll enjoy this win first to get the season back on track."

BD North East Electrics better players: Brayden Klemke, Dillon Hardy, and Jordan Formosa.

THIS week, we welcome the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Football League to Redlegs Stadium for the 2025 Presidents Luncheon.

Tickets are limited and selling fast.