Round 1 Review

Round one of Wimmera Hockey kicked off at Warracknabeal on Saturday.

Juniors

Juniors saw last year’s dominant teams continue their form. Kookaburras defeated Revengers 5 nil, with Jamie Guerin scoring two goals for the Kookaburras.

The Raiders defeated the Leopards 4 nil. It was an even first half with the Raiders staging regular attacks through Braden and Jordan Clarke and going into half time 1 nil up. The second half saw a fitter Raiders force home 3 more goals. Best for the Leopards were Oscar Stephen and Emma Janetski.

The Kangaroos defeated the Bombers 10 nil. The Kangaroos Michael Pohlner was best a field scoring a remarkable 5 goals, while Jo Ellis was the Bombers best.

Women

Dimboola women scored some early bragging rights against close rivals Horsham Highlanders. Dimboola had the better of the first half scoring the only 2 goals of the match in quick succession. The second half was closer but the Highlanders could not convert their chances. Best for Dimboola were Jess Ross and Meagan Pohlner. Will Jo Ellis again played well this time for the Highlanders.

In the other women’s matches the Thunderbirds just got over Yanac 1 nil; Warracknabeal women defeated Kaniva 1 nil, with Less Furey steering a Bonnie Crafter pass into the goal very late in the first half. Alana Argent was best for Warracknabeal and Hannah Bedford was best for Kaniva.

Men

In the men, Yanac Tigers showed they are again going to be the team to beat this year. After a close start to their match against the Nhill Rangers, the Tigers ran over the top of their opponents to win 9 to 1. Jamie Harding and Shaun Alexander were best and Muz Miller scored 3 goals for Yanac. Graeme Janetski was the Rangers best.

Last year’s wooden spooners the Horsham Hurricanes posted a 2 to 1 win over the Grand Final runners up Dimboola in close contest. Richard Kemp and Paul Mackereth were best for the Hurricanes and Ben Schwedes scored two goals. Best for Dimboola was Ryan Booth in defence.

In the final match of the day the Warracknabeal Hoops and Kaniva fought out a 2 all draw. Adam Wallis was best for Kaniva and Simon King for the Hoops.

Wimmera Hockey moves to the Horsham Racecourse next week. Come along and see some hockey close up. Also our favourite umpires Charlie and Frostie will be there from Warrnambool to answer questions regarding rules and help out up and coming umpires.

Written by Andy Dorman