Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Rd 2 Preview - Nhill to host hockey action again

Lush green fields at Nhill College will provide the backdrop for Wimmera hockey’s round two matches this Saturday. Dry conditions have meant some venues are still being prepared for the season, with the Nhill site again the choice venue.
An amendment to the draw will see Warriors play Revengers while Kangaroos will play Raiders. The swap ensures a more even fixture of games played between junior teams.
Revengers will be keen to take the field after a first round bye, while Warriors will try to hold their strength throughout the match.
Strong teams Kangaroos and Raiders will present a good viewing match. Leopards will play Kookaburras.
Highlanders will be looking to put in another good effort after last week’s nine-goal demolition of reigning premiers Warracknabeal Women when they play Dimboola Women. The Horsham team has been working hard for several years on their teamwork, skills, fitness and matchplay. It is all coming together now and with the advantage of retaining a good number of players from last season will be a force to be reckoned with again this year. Last year’s association women’s best and fairest Kate Ferrier together with Ellie Morrow give the team an extra lift, but don’t discount the strengths of Carmel McFarlane, Robyn Creek and Denise Valance who have given the team consistency over the past seasons.
Dimboola Women also had a good start last week with a 7-0 scoreline over Kaniva Women. With several players able to score on their team also, this should be a good match to watch. Jess Ross and Elizabeth Klinge will work hard in defence to keep the ball up to the likes of Michelle Searle and ‘Fred’ King who scored twice each last week.
Thunderbirds will look to back up a strong win last week with a good match against Warrack Women. Yanac Women play Kaniva Women.
Hurricanes may have an even match against Dimboola Men. Hoops will be strength against Nhill Men, and it will be a tough match between Tigers and Kaniva Men.

Short Corner
Rachel Clark

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