SOCCER

UNDER 12-13 GIRLS

By NICOLE SMITH

THE eagerly anticipated second match against Nagambie was a competitive and high-energy contest from start to finish.

Nagambie applied consistent pressure throughout, but the Euroa girls rose to the challenge and adapted their strategy with skill and confidence.

There was excellent passing and strong teamwork across the field, and the girls created several scoring opportunities and could have added to the tally if not for Nagambie’s agile goalkeeper.

It was great to see Sophie return to the field after a short time away due to injury and illness as she made an immediate impact with her signature play, moving the ball up the wing and setting up opportunities with precision.

Savannah and Charlotte were standouts with their powerful, accurate kicks, consistently clearing the ball and returning it to attacking territory, keeping Euroa on the front foot.

A special mention goes to Remy for her accurate throw-ins, which played a key role in regaining possession and maintaining momentum.

The midfielders worked hard to transition the ball between defence and attack, displaying composure and clear vision under pressure.

The attackers showed determination, creating space and capitalising on chances in front of goal.

Encouragement Awards: Bailey and Sophie

SCOREBOARD: Euroa 6 defeated Nagambie 0

GOALSCORERS: Charlotte (three), Sophie (one), Bailey (one), Ella (one)

Well done to the team and your determination, teamwork and sportsmanship were outstanding.

UNDER 10s BOYS

By DAN GODSMARK

ENTERING into the last game before the kids took an extended bye, the team knew everything was on the line.

Max lined up in goals and the match quickly turned into a fast-paced, back and forth contest.

With the deadlock needing to be broken, Rowan stepped up and fired an outstanding shot from the box.

The Guthrie Cougars responded immediately, but the Thunder answered straight back with a goal from Hudson.

Owen and Anakin held firm in defence, blocking any Cougar attacks, while Williams C and H were relentless, creating multiple forward pushes.

Thunder led 2-1 at half time and the second half was all Thunder, with constant attacking pressure.

Teddy added his name to the score sheet and celebrated accordingly.

Hunter and Motunui locked the ball into the forward half, while Ritchie broke through the defence and had several chances.

Rowan, not finished, produced what may be the goal of the year with an incredible strike from outside the box, weaving past several defenders and hitting the back of the net to huge cheers from the crowd.

Thunder finished 4-1 winners.

Ryder and Joseph earned the awards for their outstanding efforts.