Round 6 Review

Kookaburras score first win in difficult conditions
Kookaburras scored their first win with a handy 2-0 score against Bombers in Wimmera hockey’s round six. In difficult conditions at Kaniva the junior teams were evenly matched although the Kookaburras scored early through Shaymin Villas. The rain eased in the second half and the game improved with Bombers going into attack more often through Sean Creek. With direction from Jamie Guerin Kookaburras’ pressure paid off with a good goal to Ashlee Crowhurst. Monique Schwedes played well in defence for Bombers.
Kaniva and Dimboola women were both affected by the mud and rain and started an even game. Dimboola dominated in the second, and although missing some good opportunities, still scored 4-0.
An undermanned Hurricanes suffered a 6-0 defeat at the hands of Hoops.
Dimboola Men had some forward play but Kaniva Men used good plays to take the ball out of their defensive D. Home side Kaniva had the majority of the play in the second half and took the game 3-0.
At Yanac, Warriors dominated the first half and were up 3-0, but Raiders came back fighting to score four times to Warriors’ once in the second, resulting in a 4-4 draw.
Kangaroos scored another solid win this time over Revengers 6-1. They scored four goals in the first half using their experience and the down hill run, despite cold and damp conditions. Revengers worked hard in defence in the second half keeping the strong Dimboola side to two goals. They had a few good attacking runs of their own but the Kangaroos full backs repelled them.
Other junior side Leopards had the bye.
Yanac Women benefited from a forfeit by Thunderbirds and claimed the four points.
Highlanders continue their winning run this time with a close match against Warrack Women, 3-2.
By the last of five games at Yanac, Tigers and Nhill played in heavy conditions. Tigers got the jump on Nhill in the first half, 3-1. An even second half saw both teams scored a goal each, with Tigers victors 4-2.
- Rachel Clark