Myponga-Sellicks came from 13 points down at halftime to win their first game of the season by seven points against Victor Harbor during round 5 action in the Great Southern Football League ‘A’ Grade Women’s competition at Strathalbyn on Friday night. The Mudlarks kicked four goals to one in the second half to win 6.3 (39) to 5.2 (32). Brianah Kennewell kicked two goals for Myponga-Sellicks, as did Demi Morse for Victor Harbor. Best players for the Mudlarks included Lily-Rose Garner, Nari Wright, Imogen Harney, Sarah Stanbury, Courtney Gum and Kennewell. Victor Harbor’s best players were Jaimee Millard, Olivia Nobbs, Skye Kartinyeri-sumner, Lucy Rubie, Layla Woods and Morse. McLaren Districts consolidated their spot in the top-two following a 30-point win against Yankalilla/Encounter Bay at Yankalilla yesewin was set up in the first quarter as the Eagles took a 20-point lead to the first break. The rest of the game was quite even as McLaren Districts won 5.7 (37) to 1.1 (7). Cadence Bryowsky kicked two goals for the Eagles, while Dani Brown kicked the only goal for the Stingrays. Josephine Hoare was named best for McLaren Districts and she was well supported by Esther Rayner, Mia Hamilton, Makenzie Bryowsky, Carly Vanderkwast and Kiera Harvey. Yankalilla/Encounter Bay’s best were Aardhana Renata-Skeen, Matisse Hunter, Czenya Cavouras, Angelia Roesler, Rhiannon Gaythwaite-Cotton and Tanya Littlely.Willunga remained undefeated after a convincing 75-point victory over Goolwa/Port Elliot at Willunga yesterday. The Demons led by 40 points at halftime, before kicking another eight goals to three in the second half to win 14.10 (94) to 3.1 (19). Jessica Kirk kicked six majors in a best-on-ground display for Willunga, while vice-captain Tamara Page was close behind her with five goals of her own. Other good players for Willunga included Frankie Stone, Jodie Hunt, Caitlin Radbone and Cleo Guilfoyle. Dakota Simpson kicked two goals for the Magpies, while their best players were Indi Miller, Lily Jenke, Madison Bayley, Simpson and Lucy Earl.Ladder after Round 5Willunga 10, McLaren Districts 8, Goolwa/Port Elliot 6, Myponga-Sellicks 2, Victor Harbor 2, Yankalilla/Encounter Bay 2.Round 6 FixturesGoolwa/Port Elliot v Yankalilla/Encounter Bay (Friday 9/5/25 @ Goolwa - 7.00pm)Myponga-Sellicks v Willunga (Friday 9/5/25 @ Myponga - 8.15pm)Victor Harbor v McLaren Districts (Friday 9/5/25 @ Victor Harbor - 8.15pm)

Kingscote and Western Districts met in a rematch of last season’s grand final with Kingscote winning 50-30 to reverse the result from last year’s decider during round two action in the Kangaroo Island Netball Association (KINA). In the other game of round two, Dudley United won their first game of the season after defeating Parndana 47-39 at Penneshaw.Wisanger had the bye.Ladder after Round 2Kingscote 4, Western Districts 2, Dudley United 2, Parndana 0, Wisanger 0.Round 3 fixtures (Saturday 10 May)Wisanger v ParndanaKingscote v Dudley UnitedWestern Districts have the bye

Victor Harbor are the only undefeated side left in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) ‘A’ grade competition after defeating McLaren Districts by 20 points during round four action yesterday. ‘Victor’ set up the win with a good first half to lead by 25 points at the main break. The game was tight in the second half as the Roos won 11.7 (73) to 8.5 (53). Ben Heaslip, Sam Basham and Jackson Elmes all kicked two goals for the Roos, while Josh Vandermeer kicked three goals for the Eagles. Best players for Victor Harbor were Heaslip, Jaidan Kappler, Elmes, Michael Ross, Dylan Kleinig and Zac Dowling. McLaren Districts was best served by Vandermeer, Brodie Long, Lachlan Mathews, Codey Ellison, Brett Ellis and Jackson Daniels.Reigning premier Myponga-Sellicks won their second game of the season after defeating Langhorne Creek by 34 points at Myponga. Langhorne Creek got off to a good start to lead by 21 points at quarter time. After the first break, the Mudlarks kicked 17 goals to eight to win 19.9 (123) to 13.11 (89). Playing-coach Darren Shillabeer kicked five goals for the Mudlarks, while Hayden Sampson (4), John Butcher (3), Mitch Wilkins (2) and Jayden Scott (2) were the other multiple goalkickers. Caleb Howell was the standout forward for Langhorne Creek with six goals and Jarrod Kellock slotted three majors. Best players for the Mudlarks included Sampson, Wilkins, Anthony Kempster, Luke Whitford, Shillabeer and Ryan Mayes. Best players for the Hawks were Tom Derham, Howell, Henry Bruce, Jack Hall, Harry Cates and William Bruce.Mt Compass consolidated their spot in the top-five after a convincing 102-point win at Strathalbyn yesterday. The Bulldogs won every quarter on their way to a 16.24 (120) to 2.6 (18) victory. Mt Compass had 11 different goalkickers with new recruit Ryan Sherry kicking three goals. Best players for ‘Compass’ included Tom Vitkunas, Sherry, Nathan Hicks, Will Zimmermann, Isaac Churchill and Shane Heatley. Declan Grant and Jake Stafford were the goalkickers for the Roosters, while their best players were Jack Gilbert, Liam Newton, Liam Hutchinson, Ashley Weckert, Jaebyn Drefke and Reuben Stutley.Willunga continued their strong start to the season with a comfortable 58-point win against Yankalilla. Willunga led by 21 points at halftime, before kicking nine goals to two in the second half to run out winners 18.8 (116) to 7.16 (58). In his second game for the Demons, Daniel Nobes kicked seven goals and he was well supported by Dylan Draper who kicked four majors. Thaddeus Puautjimi kicked three goals for the Tigers. Willunga’s best included Liam Nye, Sam Renney, Jaxon Hams, Draper, Brad Haskett and Zac Dumesny. Tyler Athanasos, Bailey Gaskin, Puautjimi, Joel Field, Kim Kantilla and Cameron Ker were named best for Yankalilla.Encounter Bay also won their second game of the season after a comfortable 60-point win against Goolwa/Port Elliot at Goolwa yesterday. The Bays dominated the first half to take an unassailable 54-point lead into halftime. The second half was a much more even affair, with each team kicking four goals, as Encounter Bay won 14.18 (102) to 6.6 (42). Nick Marshall kicked four goals in a best-on-ground performance for Encounter Bay and he was well supported by Jayden White, Marcus Lippett, Tyler McCreanor, Bradley Kreuger and Elijah Horrocks. The Magpies were best served by Jayden Davis, Jesse Bates, Ken Angus, Caleb Pope, Levi Baillie and Fred Nissen.Ladder (after round 4)Victor Harbor 8, McLaren Districts 6, Mt Compass 6, Willunga 6, Encounter Bay 4, Myponga-Sellicks 4, Yankalilla 2, Langhorne Creek 2, Goolwa/Port Elliot 2, Strathalbyn 0.Round 5 fixtures - home teams named firstWillunga v Goolwa/Port Elliot Langhorne Creek v McLaren DistrictsMt Compass v Myponga-SellicksEncounter Bay v StrathalbynYankalilla v Victor Harbor

McLaren Flat started their Southern Hills Netball Association (SHNA) campaign in style with a 54-42 win against Noarlunga during round one action at SUNA yesterday. In other games, Clarendon defeated Southern Stars 57-39, Croweaters returned to A1 action with a 51-40 victory ver Seaford Storm, while Kangarilla had a convincing 62-41 win over Meadows. Ladder (after round 1)Kangarilla 2, Clarendon 2, McLaren Flat 2, Croweaters 2, Seaford Storm 0, Noarlunga 0, Southern Stars 0, Meadows 0.Round 2 fixtures (10/5/25)Kangarilla v Noarlunga Meadows v Southern Stars Seaford Storm v Clarendon McLaren Flat v Croweaters

Reigning premier Western Districts remained undefeated after defeating Kingscote by 100 points during round two action in the Kangaroo Island Football League (KIFL) yesterday. The Saints led by 59 points at halftime, before kicking another seven unanswered goals in the second half to win 1.11 (113) to 1.7 (13). Lleyton Hedges kicked five goals for Western Districts, while Riley Puckridge was the sole goalkicker for Kingscote. Best players for Western Districts were Dylan Lockett, Bradley Crabb, Timothy Larcombe, Joshua Graham and Jordan Whittle, while best players for Kingscote included Paul Green, Jordan Connell, Rory Lovering, Puckridge and Frank Colman.Dudley United won their first game of the season with a convincing 110-point win against Parndana at Penneshaw. After having the bye in week one, Dudley United hit the ground running with Ethan Stoeckel kicking eight goals, while Sam Willson (5), Trae Lovering (3) and Baxter Howard (2) were the other multiple goalkickers for the Eagles. Best players for Dudley United included Bailey Boughen, Lovering, Jack Packer, Stoeckel and Howard. Best for the Roosters were Trad McMulkin, Zac Trethewey, Eli Kuchel, Jackson Lockett and Brodie Havelberg.Wisanger had the bye.Ladder (after round 2)Western Districts 8, Dudley United 4, Kingscote 4, Parndana 0, Wisanger 0.Round 3 fixtures - home teams named firstKingscote v Dudley UnitedWisanger v ParndanaWestern Districts have the bye

Myponga stayed top of the Great Southern Netball Association (GSNA) ladder after a 45-37 win against Langhorne Creek during round four action yesterday. In other games, Yankalilla defeated Willunga 59-28, Victor Harbor are still undefeated after a 56-53 win against McLaren Vale, Strathalbyn won their third game in a row with a 48-24 home win against Mt Compass, while Goolwa won their second game of the season after defeating Encounter Bay 46-41.Ladder after Round 4Myponga 8, Victor Harbor 8, Yankalilla 6, Strathalbyn 6, Goolwa 4, Langhorne Creek 2, Encounter Bay 2, Willunga 2, McLaren Vale 1, Mt Compass 1.Round 5 fixtures - home teams named firstLanghorne Creek v McLaren ValeMt Compass v MypongaWillunga v GoolwaYankalilla v Victor HarborEncounter Bay v Strathalbyn

Happy Valley fired a warning shot to the competition after defeating Flagstaff Hill by 62 points during round 4 action in the Southern Football League (SFL) at Flagstaff Hill today. The Vikings led by 18 points at halftime, before kicking 10 goals to three in the second half to win 15.9 (99) to 5.7 (37). Flagstaff Hill had 10 different goalkickers with Luke Edwards leading the way with three goals, while Mason Carney kicked two goals for Flagstaff Hill. Best players for Happy Valley included Harry Davenport, Nicholas Kraemer, Cooper Rogers, Jack Flett, Harry Spacie and Dylan Brown. Best players for the Falcons were Mason Carney, Reece Milsom, Joshua Rosman and D’Arcy Mitchell.Port Noarlunga went to the top of the ladder after a big 126-point win against Cove at Hallett Cove. Port Noarlunga won every quarter on their way to a 29.20 (194) to 10.9 (69) victory. The Cockle Divers had 12 different goalkickers with Oliver Petrohilos (6), Nathaniel Paredes (5), Nathan Hedger (4) and Gary Karpany (4) leading the way. Lincoln Holder was the only multiple goalkicker for the Cobras with three majors. Best players for ‘Porties’ included Todd Mckay, Brodie Smith, Nathaniel Paredes, Oliver Petrohilos, Richard O'Grady and Oliver Goss. The Cobras were best served by Roger Morris, Lucas Hill, Holder, Jack Plenty and Zachary Thomas.Noarlunga won their first game of the season after defeating Morphett Vale by 82 points at Old Noarlunga today. The Shoes led at every change to run out winners 20.12 (132) to 7.8 (50). Brad Inglis was the standout forward on the ground with eight goals for the Shoes, while Connor Lock kicked three goals for the Emus. Aaron Killian was best-on-ground for the Shoes and he was well supported by Josh Inglis, Nick Mott, Ben Goldfinch, Luke Ross and Dustin Inglis. Best for Morphett Vale included Max Sampson, Oleh Trus, Vincent Tassone, Cody Mulloy, Jaxon Newman and Cody Prime.Christies Beach won their second game of the season with a comfortable 53-point win over Ironbank Cherry Gardens at Bice Oval this evening. The Saints led throughout to win 16.11 (107) to 7.12 (54). Christies Beach skipper Mackenzie Nield kicked four goals and he was well supported by Aidan Coakley with three majors. Jak Goudman-Glasson kicked four goals for the Thunderers. Coakley, Nield, Austin Hogg, Joshua Semmens, Rhys Mundy and Liam Chibnall were named best for ‘Christies’, while best players for Ironbank Cherry Gardens were James Cross, Alec Bryars, Jake Pokoina, Dylan Kahl, Kyle Schefe and Jacob Campbell.Reynella consolidated their spot in the top-five with a convincing 104-point win at Aldinga today. The Wine Flies set up their win with a nine-goal to two second term, before winning 20.16 (136) to 5.2 (32). Bailey Marshman kicked seven goals for Reynella (16 for the season) and Jake Agnew slotted five majors. Tom Pilmore was the only multiple goalkicker for the Sharks with two goals. Best players for the Wine Flies included Liam Reid, Tyler Davies, Matthew Stanford, James Papworth, Marshman and Agnew. Aldinga was best served by Angus Stangewitz, Blake Florance, Thomas Boreham, Harrison Jarman and Jack Farrell.Ladder (after round 4)Port Noarlunga 8, Flagstaff Hill 6, Happy Valley 6, Reynella 6, Cove 6, Christies Beach 4, Noarlunga 2, Aldinga 2, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 0, Morphett Vale 0. Round 5 fixtures - home teams named firstIronbank Cherry Gardens v Flagstaff HillCove v Christies BeachPort Noarlunga v AldingaNoarlunga v Happy ValleyReynella v Morphett Vale (Sunday 11/5)

Blackwood had a good win to start their 2025 season after defeating Christies Beach by 59 points at Bice Oval during round two action in the Southern Football League Women’s (SFLW) competition on Sunday.The Woods won every quarter on their way to a 10.6 (66) to 1.1 (7) triumph. Claire Collins (3), Caitlin Hill (2) and Ava Bagshaw (2) were the multiple goalkickers for Blackwood, while their best players were Rileigh Abbott, Simi Dhaliwal, Collins, Lila Cormack-Pinder, Holly Santibanez and Hill. Best players for Christies Beach included Chloe Brooks, Shakaya Johnson, Madison Marsh, Shania-Rayne Walker-Murphy, Montanna Hartley and Nikki Duggan.Cove continued their good start to the season with a comfortable 73-point win against Ironbank Cherry Gardens at Hallett Cove on Sunday. The Cobras led by 29 points at halftime, before kicking a further eight goals to one to win 13.7 (85) to 2.0 (12). Lauren Kenny was best-on-ground for Cove and she was well supported by Iona Parr, Genevieve Mumme, Dana O'Brien, Angelique Dean and Georgia Hayford. Best for the Thunderers included Tahlia Ward, Olivia Walker-Obushak, Audrey Myers and Georgia Kempster.Reigning premier Port Noarlunga are undefeated after two rounds following a low-scoring 15-point win against Hackham. ‘Porties’ led at every change to win 4.4 (28) to 2.1 (13). Lucinda Bunge kicked two goals for Port Noarlunga, while Alana Browne and Caitlin Curyer were the goalkickers for the Hawks. Best players for the victorious Cockle Divers were Eilish O’Hanlon, Amelia Hardy, Abby Dittmar, Tegan Yeomans, Lucinda Bunge and Amy Skingsley. Hackham was best served by Browne, Shayley MacFadyen, Alisha MacFadyen, Olivia Cumming, Chelsea Parsons and Stephanie Clarke.Flagstaff Hill are also undefeated after defeating Reynella by 30 points on Sunday. ‘Flaggies’ held a slender three-point lead at halftime, before kicking four unanswered goals in the second half to run out winners 7.6 (48) to 2.6 (18). Jessica Couch was a star up forward for the Falcons with six goals, while their best players were Sienna Chapman, Ebony Scanlan, Brooke May, Emma Hayhurst, Lara Sarre and Couch. Best for the Wine Flies included Sienna Garner, Mia Brennan, Tayla Wright, Caitlin Williams, Ashlee Wright and Scarlett Bradford. Aldinga had the bye.Ladder (after round 2)Cove 4, Flagstaff Hill 4, Port Noarlunga 4, Blackwood 2, Reynella 2, Hackham 0, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 0, Christies Beach 0, Aldinga 0.Round 3 fixtures (home team named first)Port Noarlunga v CoveIronbank Cherry Gardens v Christies BeachBlackwood v Flagstaff HillReynella v AldingaHackham has the bye

Victor Harbor won their first game of the season after defeating Yankalilla/Encounter Bay by three points during round 4 action in the Great Southern Football League ‘A’ Grade Women’s competition at Victor Harbor yesterday. In a low-scoring encounter, Yankalilla/Encounter Bay led by three points at halftime, before Victor Harbor kicked the only goal of the second half to win 2.4 (16) to 1.7 (13). Tyla Millard and Stacie Findlow were the goalkickers for the Roos, while Jardel Barker kicked the only goal for the Stingrays. Best players for ‘Victor’ included Skye Kartinyeri-Sumner, Tyla Millard, Lucy Rubie, Olivia Nobbs, Demi Morse and Elsie Upton. The Stingrays were served best by Kate Sanders, Amelia Bilney, Mahli Littlely, Barker, Matisse Hunter and Czenya Cavouras.Willunga are the only undefeated side after four rounds following their 34-point win over McLaren Districts yesterday. The Demons led by 16 points at halftime, before kicking a further five goals to two in the second half to win 7.5 (47) to 2.1 (13). Jessica Kirk (2 goals) was named best-on-ground for Willunga and she was well supported by Jessica Harris, Tamara Page, Caitlin Radbone, Kirstin Remfrey and Cleo Guilfoyle. Best for McLaren Districts included Layla Rogers, Ally Bailey, Josephine Hoare, Akira Whelan, Kiera Harvey and Eva Petrucci.Goolwa/Port Elliot consolidated their spot in the top-four with an 11-point win against Myponga-Sellicks. The Mudlarks led by three points at halftime, but failed to kick a goal in the second half as the Magpies won 4.2 (26) to 2.5 (17). Lucy Earl kicked two goals for the Magpies and was named best-on-ground. Other good players for Goolwa/Port Elliot were Eve Polmear, Rosie Shaw, Cassie Burrows, Annabel Cameron and Dana Polmear. Myponga-Sellicks’ best were Nari Wright, Lily-Rose Garner, Jacinta Wilson, Grace Deacon, Eden Coleman and Mandy Gay.Ladder after Round 4Willunga 8, McLaren Districts 6, Goolwa/Port Elliot 6, Victor Harbor 2, Yankalilla/Encounter Bay 2, Myponga-Sellicks 0.Round 5 FixturesMyponga-Sellicks v Victor Harbor (Friday 2/5/25 @ Strathalbyn - 8.15pm)Willunga v Goolwa/Port Elliot (Sunday 4/5/25 @ Willunga - 11.15am)Yankalilla/Encounter Bay v McLaren Districts (Sunday 4/5/25 @ Yankalilla - 11.15am)

Aldinga won their first game of the season after taking out a thriller by one point over Morphett Vale during round 3 action in the Southern Football League (SFL) at Morphett Vale on Anzac Day. Aldinga played an excellent first half to go to the long break with a handy 35-point lead. Morphett Vale came roaring back into the contest with seven goals to two in the third term as the Sharks’ margin was cut to just four points. The final quarter saw four goals to each team before Aldinga finally triumphed 17.6 (108) to 16.11 (107). Jack Langdon kicked four goals for Aldinga, while Brad Lang and Connor Lock also kicked four goals for Morphett Vale. Aldinga’s best players were Mitch Jarrett, Brodie Roesler, Izaih Wortley, Angus Stangewitz, Thomas Boreham and Langdon. Best for the Emus included Connor Mulloy, Vincent Tassone, Lock, Oleh Trus, Robert Schindler-Taylor and Jai Robinson.Flagstaff Hill came from behind at three quarter time to defeat reigning premier Reynella by 20 points at Reynella last night. The Wine Flies turned for home with a slender four-point lead, before ‘Flaggies’ kicked five goals to one in the final term to win 10.13 (73) to 7.11 (53). Mitch Johnson and Blake Aldridge kicked two goals each for the Falcons, while Dylan Roser and Brad Potter also kicked two goals for the Wine Flies. Best players for Flagstaff Hill were D’Arcy Mitchell, Bradley Kirk, Benjamin Jeffries, Reece Milsom, Joshua Rosman and Jaxon Bennett. Reynella was best served by Brayden Nicholls, Tyler Davies, Talon Copley, Jack Stiles, Daniel Whitaker and Will Gregory.Port Noarlunga continued their undefeated start to the season after winning a thriller against local rival Noarlunga by six points yesterday. Scores were tied late in the last quarter before ‘Porties’ defender Nathan Hedger kicked what turned out to be the winning goal. Earlier, Noarlunga looked like they were going to win their first game of the season as they held a handy 16-point lead at the last change. Port Noarlunga had other ideas as they kicked the only three goals of the last quarter to win 7.13 (55) to 7.7 (49). Oliver Petrohilos kicked three goals for the Cockle Divers, while Josh Inglis kicked two goals for the Shoes. Best players for Port Noarlunga were Nathaniel Paredes, Charley Wiseman, Joshua Johns, Todd Mckay, Brodie Smith and Petrohilos. Best for the Shoes included Nick Mott, Jacob Taylor, Matthew Fry, Sam Goldfinch, Brad Inglis and Jake Anderson.Happy Valley won their second game of the season with a 23-point win at home against Christies Beach. Happy Valley got off to a fast start to lead by 27 points at quarter time, before ‘Christies’ came back into the game to see scores level at halftime. The Vikings pulled away in the second half, kicking seven goals to four, to win 13.17 (95) to 11.6 (72). Harry Vick was best-on-ground for Happy Valley with five goals, while Billy Wilson, Nicholas Frisby-Smith, Dylan Strickland, Jordan Thompson and Nicholas Kraemer also played well for the Vikings. Mackenzie Nield (3 goals) was best for the Saints and he was well supported by Shannon Archbold, Austin Hogg, Thomas Kirwan, Brock Wall-Murphy and Nathan Sable.Cove moved up to second spot on the ladder with a thrilling six-point win over Ironbank Cherry Gardens. The Cobras played a good first half to take a handy 24-point lead at halftime. Ironbank Cherry Gardens came back into the contest with four goals to one in the third term to cut the margin to six points at the last change. Each team had plenty of chances in the final quarter as they both kicked 3.6, as the Cobras held on to win 14.16 (100) to 13.16 (94). Lincoln Holder and Ryan Need each kicked three goals for Cove, while Chase Wooley also kicked three majors for the Thunderers. James Farrugia, Need, Holder, Jackson Riddle, Samuel Kendall were named best for the Cobras. Best for Ironbank Cherry Gardens were Jacob Matheson, Wooley, Seth Powell, Jak Goudman-Glasson, Alec Bryars and Ben De Kievit.Ladder (after round 3)Flagstaff Hill 6, Cove 6, Port Noarlunga 6, Happy Valley 4, Reynella 4, Christies Beach 2, Aldinga 2, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 0, Noarlunga 0, Morphett Vale 0. Round 4 fixtures - home teams named firstCove v Port NoarlungaNoarlunga v Morphett ValeFlagstaff Hill v Happy ValleyAldinga v ReynellaChristies Beach v Ironbank Cherry Gardens

Langhorne Creek won their first game of the season after defeating local rival Strathalbyn by 84 points during round three jaction in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) at Strathalbyn on ANZAC Day. Langhorne Creek led at every change to win 19.9 (123) to 5.9 (39). Five-time premiership player Jarrod Kellock celebrated his 200th game in style with 10 goals in a best-on-ground performance for the Hawks. Caleb Howell chimed in with four goals, while the visitors best players included Henry Bruce, Matt Dominish, Mitchell Cleggett, William Bruce and Mitchell Felton. Best players for Strathalbyn included Daniel Pegler, Liam Newton, Fletcher Duffield, Max Fergusson, Shaun Hann-Barke and Declan Grant.Victor Harbor stayed top of the ladder after a 29-point win at Encounter Bay yesterday. The Roos led by 15 points at quarter time, 21 points at halftime and 18 points at the last change before winning 11.10 (76) to 6.11 (47). Harry Vincent was the star of the day with five goals in a best-on-ground performance for Victor Harbor and he was well supported by Matthew Wiese, Kane Cooper, Benjamin Heaslip, Jackson Elmes and Rhys Bartram. Callum Tonkin, Marcus Lippett, Andrew Fyfe, William Marshall, Elijah Horrocks and Hamish Tonkin were named best for the Bays, while Ryan Pearsons kicked three goals. Reigning premiers Myponga-Sellicks won their first game of 2025 with a tough 21-point victory at Yankalilla. The Mudlarks led by just five points at the last change, before storming home in the last term, kicking 5.0 to an inaccurate 1.8, to win 12.10 (82) to 8.13 (61). Darren Shillabeer kicked three goals for the Mudlarks, as did Joel Kay for Yankalilla. Best players for Myponga-Sellicks included Luke Whitford, Mitchell Wilkins, Hayden Sampson, Jake Spinks, Anthony Kempster and Liam Partridge, while the Tigers were best served by Cameron Ker, Karlson Kantilla, Kim Kantilla, Joel Field, Jack Fitzgerald and Joe Tyllis.Mt Compass moved up to third spot on the ladder following their comfortable 97-point win against Goolwa/Port Elliot. It was an even first quarter with the Bulldogs leading by just six points at quarter time. From then on it was all Mt Compass as they kicked 16 goals to three to win 21.17 (143) to 7.4 (46). Bulldogs veteran Tom Pinyon kicked nine goals in a best-on-ground performance. Pinyon now has 17 goals for the season and an amazing 845 career goals for ‘Compass’. Other good players for the victors included Will Zimmermann, Leo Turner, Lochie Nash, Isaac Churchill and Darcy Boots. Best for the Magpies were Jayden Davis, Caleb Pope, Kai Iwao (2 goals), Jye Bottroff, Elijah Koop and Kaiden Wilton.McLaren Districts remained undefeated after a fast-finishing 49-point win over local rival Willunga. The Eagles led by just six points at three-quarter time, before kicking six unanswered goals in the final term to win 11.18 (84) to 5.5 (35). Connor Fitt (3) and Josh Vandermeer (2) were the multiple goalkickers for McLaren Districts, while Dylan Draper and Daniel Lee kicked two goals each for the Demons. Best players for the Eagles included Codey Ellison, Izaak Stokes, Lachlan Camm, Brett Ellis, Darcy Brown and Alex Moyle. Willunga was best served by sam renney, Cameron McDonald, Zachary Dumesny, Liam Nye, Brad Haskett and Draper.Ladder (after round 3)Victor Harbor 6, McLaren Districts 6, Mt Compass 4, Willunga 4, Yankalilla 2, Myponga-Sellicks 2, Encounter Bay 2, Langhorne Creek 2, Goolwa/Port Elliot 2, Strathalbyn 0.Round 4 fixtures - home teams named firstGoolwa/Port Elliot v Encounter BayVictor Harbor v McLaren DistrictsMyponga-Sellicks v Langhorne CreekStrathalbyn v Mt CompassWillunga v Yankalilla

Strathalbyn moved inside the top-four on the Great Southern Netball Association (GSNA) ladder after a 37-33 win against Langhorne Creek during round three action on ANZAC Day at Strathalbyn. In other games, Myponga remained undefeated after a 50-35 win at Yankalilla, reigning premier Victor Harbor are also undefeated following their 50-36 victory at Encounter Bay, Goolwa won their first game of the season with a 39-34 win over Mt Compass, while Willunga also won their first game after travelling to McLaren Vale and coming away with a 49-42 win.Ladder after Round 3Myponga 6, Victor Harbor 6, Yankalilla 4, Strathalbyn 4, Langhorne Creek 2, Goolwa 2, Willunga 2, Encounter Bay 2, Mt Compass 1, McLaren Vale 1.Round 4 fixtures - home teams named firstGoolwa v Encounter Bay Strathalbyn v Mt CompassVictor Harbor v McLaren ValeWillunga v YankalillaMyponga v Langhorne Creek

Goolwa/Port Elliot won their first game since 2023 after defeating Strathalbyn by six points during round two action in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) at Goolwa yesterday. After a winless 2024, the Magpies are on the board in what is a magnificent fillip for the club. Goolwa/Port Elliot made a fast start to lead by 20 points at quarter time, before Strathalbyn hit back in the second term to trail by just one point at halftime. The second half was a tight tussle with the Magpies prevailing 14.13 (97) to 14.7 (91). Carter Norman (4), Ryan Carnelly (3), Jye Bottroff (2) and Kai Iwao (2) were the multiple goalkickers for the jubilant Magpies, while Declan Grant kicked four majors for the Roosters. Ken Angus, Bottroff, Jesse Bates, Norman, Ryan Pearce and Patrick Grigg were named best for the Magpies. Strathalbyn was best served by Thomas Welk, Jack Gilbert, Declan Gladigau, Liam Newton and Jake Stafford.Encounter Bay won their first game of the season after defeating a gallant Yankalilla by eight points. The game was tight throughout with the Bays prevailing 12.6 (78) to 9.16 (70). Tyson Neale kicked six goals in a best-on-ground performance for Encounter Bay and he was well supported by Marcus Lippett, Hamish Tonkin, Andrew Fyfe, Callum Tonkin and Mitchell Davis. Kim Kantilla kicked three goals for the Tigers, while their best were Ryan Borlace, William Hogben, Cameron Ker, Brad Fitzgerald, Joel Kay and Ryan Fisher.Willunga won their second game in a row to start the season after winning a thriller against Myponga-Sellicks by two points at Myponga on Saturday. The Demons trailed by eight points at halftime, before coming home strongly to triumph 11.13 (79) to 11.11 (77). Best players for Willunga included Liam Nye, Zachary Dumesny, Jake Shirvington, Jaxon Hams (3 goals), Nathan Stark and Dylan Draper (4 goals). Darren Shillabeer kicked five goals for the Mudlarks, while their best players were Mitchell Wilkins, Jacob McGarry, Scott Ogilvie, Luke Whitford and Jack O'Hanlon.Victor Harbor remained top of the ladder after a comfortable 81-point win against Langhorne Creek. After trailing by 11 points at quarter time, ‘Victor’ kicked 26 goals to 10 to win 26.7 (163) to 12.10 (82). Harry Vincent kicked six goals for the ‘Roos, while Daniel Stock (5), Ben Heaslip (4), Michael Ross (3) and Sam Basham (3) also hit the scoreboard. Best players for Victor Harbor included Heaslip, Vincent, Jackson Elmes, Dylan Kleinig, Ryan Fletcher and Clayton Mesecke. Best players for the Hawks were Mitchell Cleggett, Henry Bruce, Jarrod Kellock (3 goals), Matt Dominish, Harry Cates and William Bruce.McLaren Districts are also undefeated after defeating Mt Compass by 98 points. The Eagles led by 42 points at halftime, before kicking a further 11 goals to three in the second half to win 24.15 (159) to 9.7 (61). McLaren Districts had 11 different goalkickers with Connor Fitt (4), Brett Ellis (3), Cameron Jarrett (3) and Matthew Merrett (3) leading the way. Aidan Brencens (3) and Tom Pinyon (2) were the multiple goalkickers for Mt Compass. Ashley Goodieson, Ellis, Sam Lawrie, Fitt, Leon Groves and Codey Ellison were named best for the Eagles, while Peter Hoban, Lochie Nash, Klaus Simons, Brencens, Leo Turner and William Zimmermann were named best for the Bulldogs.Ladder (after round 2)Victor Harbor 4, McLaren Districts 4, Willunga 4, Yankalilla 2, Encounter Bay 2, Mt Compass 2, Goolwa/Port Elliot 2, Strathalbyn 0, Myponga-Sellicks 0, Langhorne Creek 0.Round 3 fixtures - home teams named firstStrathalbyn v Langhorne CreekYankalilla v Myponga-SellicksEncounter Bay v Victor HarborMt Compass v Goolwa/Port ElliotMcLaren Districts v Willunga

Cove made it two-from-two to start the season after defeating Noarlunga by 29 points during round 2 action in the Southern Football League (SFL) at Hallett Cove on Saturday. The Cobras led at every change before winning 15.13 (103) to 11.8 (74). Cohen Shortridge was the standout forward for the Cobras with six goals, while Ryan Need slotted three majors. Brad Inglis kicked five goals for the Shoes, while Nick Mott kicked three goals. Best players for Cove were Max Sweet, James Farrugia, Shortridge, Christopher Buersch and Lincoln Holder. Mott, Inglis, Aaron Killian, Jacob Taylor and Nicholas Robertson were named best for Noarlunga. Flagstaff Hill remained top of the ladder with a second resounding victory of the season, this time by 170 points against Aldinga. The Falcons led by 77 points at halftime, before kicking a further 17 goals to three in the second half to run out winners 30.19 (199) to 4.5 (29). Flagstaff Hill had an amazing 18 different goalkickers with Blake Aldridge (5) and Michael Shearer (3) leading the way. Reece Milsom, Cameron Blake, Aidan Carney, Jaxon Bennett, Aldridge and Brayden Heyward-Ferors. Best players for the Sharks included Tom Pilmore, Thomas Boreham and Izaih Wortley.Port Noarlunga are also undefeated after winning a high-scoring game against Ironbank Cherry Gardens by 34 points at Cherry Gardens on Saturday. ‘Porties’ played a great first half to lead by 53 points at halftime. The Thunderers came right back into the competition, kicking eight goals to three in the third quarter, as the margin was reduced to 23 points at the last change. The Cockle Divers steadied in the final term to win 21.19 (145) to 17.9 (111). Port Noarlunga had eight different goalkickers with Zac Sproule leading the way with eight goals, while Jak Goudman-Glasson kicked five majors for the Thunderers. Best players for ‘Porties’ were Todd Mckay, Sproule, Ryan Kelly, Charley Wiseman, Brodie Smith and Billy Cook. Ironbank Cherry Gardens were well led by Dylan Kahl, Ben Marsh, Goudman-Glasson, Alec Bryars, Chase Wooley and Fletcher Nield.Happy Valley won their first game of the season after a convincing 188-point win at home against Morphett Vale. The Vikings led by 36 points at quarter time, 98 points at halftime and 136 points at the last change, before winning 29.24 (198) to 1.4 (10). Happy Valley had 13 different goalkickers with Nick Kraemer (6), Cooper Rogers (4) and Billy Wilson (3) leading the way. Rogers, Harry Spacie, Kraemer, Liam Hamilton, Dylan Strickland and Ben Tate were named as best players for the Vikings, while the Emus best included Vincent Tassone, Connor Panozzo and Toby Irlam.Reigning premier Reynella are second on the ladder after winning their second game in a row with a 41-point win against Christies Beach at Bice Oval on Saturday. The Wine Flies led at every change to win 12.12 (84) to 6.7 (43). Bailey Marshman (5) and Brad Potter (3) were the multiple wicket takers for Reynella, while Brad Jackson kicked two goals for the Saints. Talon Copley was named best for the Wine Flies and he was well supported by Alex Lawley, Marshman, Tyler Davies, Jack Stiles and Mitchell Scotland. Best players for ‘Christies’ were Tom Paparella, Nathan Sable, Callum Bennett, Shannon Archbold, Joshua Semmens and Thomas Kirwan.Ladder (after round 2)Flagstaff Hill 4, Reynella 4, Cove 4, Port Noarlunga 4, Happy Valley 2, Christies Beach 2, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 0, Noarlunga 0, Aldinga 0, Morphett Vale 0. Round 3 fixtures - home teams named firstMorphett Vale v AldingaPort Noarlunga v NoarlungaHappy Valley v Christies BeachIronbank Cherry Gardens v CoveReynella v Flagstaff Hill

Willunga stayed undefeated and on top of the ladder after defeating Yankalilla/Encounter Bay by 97 points during round 3 action in the Great Southern Football League ‘A’ Grade Women’s competition at Willunga yesterday. The Demons made a great start to the game, as they took a 71-point lead to halftime. A further four goals in the second half saw the Demons win 15.8 (98) to 0.1 (1). Willunga vice-captain Tamara Page kicked five goals in a best-on-ground display, while Jodie Hunt (4), Jessica Kirk (4) and Kirstin Remfrey (2) were the other multiple goalkickers. Other good players for Willunga included Remfrey, Kirk, Hunt, Caitlin Radbone and Emma Leask. Best players for the Stingrays were Monet Hunter, Czenya Cavouras, Rhiannon Gaythwaite-Cotton, Eve Jansen, Aardhana Renata-Skeen and Taylor Haywood.McLaren Districts are also still undefeated after three rounds after their 33-point win against Myponga-Sellicks at McLaren Vale. The Eagles led by five points at quarter time, 22 points at halftime and 27 points at the last change, before winning 6.7 (43) to 1.4 (10). Akira Whelan kicked three goals for the home side, while Tasiah Wright kicked the only goal for the Mudlarks. Alycia Hepburn, Ally Bailey, Makenzie Bryowsky, Molly Jenkins, Whelan and Bianca Coom were named best for McLaren Districts , while Myponga-Sellicks was best served by Caroline Scott, Eden Coleman, Carla Humphrys, Imogen Harney, Tayte Mathewson and Jacinta Wilson.Goolwa/Port Elliot won their second game of the season with a tight 12-point win against Victor Harbor. The Magpies triumphed 6.7 (43) to 5.1 (31) to move to third spot on the ladder. Best players for the Magpies included Rosie Shaw, Elena Earl, Lucy Earl, Ellie Fry, Demi Trethewey and Dana Polmear. Victor Harbor was best served by Tyla Millard, Skye Kartinyeri-Sumner (2 goals), Jemma Liddell, Demi Morse, Olivia Nobbs and Layla Woods.Ladder after Round 3Willunga 6, McLaren Districts 6, Goolwa/Port Elliot 4, Yankalilla/Encounter Bay 2, Myponga-Sellicks 0, Victor Harbor 0.Round 4 Fixtures (Sunday 27/4/25 @ 11.15am)Myponga-Sellicks v Goolwa/Port Elliot (Myponga)Willunga v McLaren Districts (Willunga)Yankalilla/Encounter Bay v Victor Harbor (Yankalilla)

Reigning premier Port Noarlunga got their 2025 Southern Football League Women’s (SFLW) season off to a good start with an 80-point win over Ironbank Cherry Gardens yesterday. The Cockle Divers led throughout before winning 12.8 (80) to 0.0 (0). Abbie Healey (4) and Maddy Craggs (3) were the multiple goalkickers for ‘Porties’, while their best players were Abby Dittmar, Maddy Craggs, Healey, Eilish O’Hanlon, Nasyah Turner and Elizabeth Tracey. Best players for Ironbank Cherry Gardens included Tahlia Ward, Audrey Myers, Teagan Del Torre-Darrington, Jesse Smith and Olivia Walker-Obushak.Cove Cobras travelled to Hackham yesterday and came away with a 49-point victory over the Hawks. Cove led by 17 points at halftime, before kicking three goals to none in the second half to win 4.25 (49) to 0.0 (0). Angelique Dean was named best-on-ground for the Cobras and she was well supported by Lauren Kenny, Iona Parr, Jaymie Savaidis, Emily Hocking and Hayley Donnell. Hackham’s best were Madeline Shores, Imogen Dwyer, Alana Browne, Ashton Gaskell, Alisha MacFadyen and Olivia Cumming.2024 runner-up Flagstaff Hill had a percentage-boosting start to their season after defeating Aldinga by 144 points at Shark Park yesterday. The Falcons led by 67 points at halftime, before kicking a further 12 unanswered goals in the second half to win 21.18 (144) to 0.0 (0). Jessica Couch, who kicked 40 goals last season, was the standout forward with a career-best 10 majors, while Brooke May and Ebony Scanlan kicked three goals each. Best players for ‘Flaggies’ were May, Couch, Emma Hodgson, Nicole O'Connor, Scanlan and Lara Sarre. Best for Aldinga included Daisy Barber, Cameron Twigden, Holly Wilde, Amanda McPherson, Skye Wilson and Molly Reynolds.Reynella showed they’ll be a force again this season with a convincing 107-point win against Christies Beach. The Wine Flies led throughout to win 16.17 (113) to 1.0 (6). Neive Morgan kicked seven goals for Reynella, while Tayla Wright kicked six goals in a best-on-ground performance. Other good players for Reynella included Summer Weir, Mia Brennan, Ashlee Wright and Sienna Garner. Meanwhile, best players for the Saints were Chloe Brooks, Madison Marsh, Shakaya Johnson, Maisie Hunt, Hayley Haire and Bella Wheatley. Blackwood had the bye.Ladder (after round 1)Reynella 2, Flagstaff Hill 2, Port Noarlunga 2, Cove 2, Christies Beach 0, Aldinga 0, Blackwood 0, Hackham 0, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 0.Round 2 fixtures (home team named first)Hackham v Port NoarlungaFlagstaff Hill v ReynellaChristies Beach v BlackwoodCove v Ironbank Cherry GardensAldinga has the bye

McLaren Vale and Mt Compass played out the first draw of the Great Southern Netball Association (GSNA) season at McLaren Vale on Saturday. Their round two clash finished 43-43 to give both sides their first points of the season. In other games, Myponga stayed top of the ladder after a comfortable 68-31 win over Willunga, Yankalilla had a 68-36 win at Encounter Bay, Victor Harbor travelled to Langhorne Creek and came away with a 41-34 victory, while Strathalbyn won their first game for 2025 with a 47-32 win at Goolwa.Ladder after Round 2Myponga 4, Yankalilla 4, Victor Harbor 4, Langhorne Creek 2, Strathalbyn 2, Encounter Bay 2, Mt Compass 1, McLaren Vale 1, Goolwa 0, Willunga 0.Round 3 fixtures - home teams named firstStrathalbyn v Langhorne CreekMt Compass v GoolwaYankalilla v MypongaEncounter Bay v Victor HarborMcLaren Vale v Willunga

Goolwa/Port Elliot won their first game of the season after defeating Yankalilla/Encounter Bay by 11 points during round 2 action in the Great Southern Football League ‘A’ Grade Women’s competition at Yankalilla today. The Magpies led by seven points at halftime, before running out winners 2.8 (20) to 0.9 (9). Rachel Wood and Lily Jenke kicked the goals for Goolwa/Port Elliot, while their best players included Ellie Fry, Jessica Bailey, Jenke, Brooke Goslett, Wood and Rosie Shaw. Best for the Stingrays were Tyler Rigney Garret and Czenya Cavouras.Willunga are undefeated and on top of the ladder after an entertaining 34-point win against Myponga-Sellicks at Myponga today. Willunga led by 52 points at the last change, before the Mudlarks kicked three unanswered goals in the last quarter, before the Demons won 10.7 (67) to 5.3 (33). Tamara Page (3), Bella Rigby (2) and Jessica Harris (2) were the multiple goalkickers for Willunga. The Demons best players included Caitlin Radbone, Jessica Kirk, Rigby, Kirstin Remfrey, Page and Harris, while the Mudlarks were best served by Grace Deacon, Imogen Harney, Nari Wright, Eden Coleman and Tayte Mathewson.Reigning premiers McLaren Districts are also undefeated after a 25-point win against Victor Harbor. The Eagles played an excellent first half to lead by 34 points at the long break. Victor Harbor put up a good fight in the second half, kicking three goals to one, before McLaren Districts won 7.7 (49) to 3.6 (24). Cadence Bryowsky, Layla Rogers, Esther Rayner (3 goals), Carly Vanderkwast, Natalie Elton and Akira Whelan were named best for the Eagles, while Tyla Millard, Skye Kartinyeri-Sumner, Demi Morse, Zoe Bartholomaeus, Elsie Upton and Olivia Nobbs were best for Victor Harbor, and Stacie Findlow kicked two goals. Ladder after Round 2Willunga 4, McLaren Districts 4, Yankalilla/Encounter Bay 2, Goolwa/Port Elliot 2, Myponga-Sellicks 0, Victor Harbor 0.Round 3 Fixtures (Sunday 13/4/25 @ 11.15am)Victor Harbor v Goolwa/Port Elliot (Victor Harbor)McLaren Districts v Myponga-Sellicks (McLaren Vale)Willunga v Yankalilla/Encounter Bay (Encounter Bay)

Reynella started their premiership defence well after defeating Ironbank Cherry Gardens by 63 points during round 1 action in the Southern Football League (SFL) at Cherry Gardens yesterday. The Wine Flies led at every change before winning 15.17 (107) to 6.8 (44). Bailey Marshman (4) Brad Potter (3) and Brad Thompson (3) were the leading goalkickers for Reynella, while Chase Wooley slotted three majors for the Thunderers. Liam Reid, Potter, Jack Ball, Lachlan McGuinness, Jack Stiles and Marshman were named best for Reynella. Best for Ironbank Cherry Gardens included Wooley, Alec Bryars, Jacob Campbell, Tom Smith, Jake Pokoina and Jacob Matheson.Christies Beach travelled over to Old Noarlunga to take on Noarlunga and came away with an impressive 40-point victory yesterday. The Shoes held a one-point lead at quarter time, but after that it was all Christies Beach. The Saints kicked nine goals to two in the final three quarters to win 12.6 (78) to 5.8 (38). Zak Short, Rhys Mundy and Brad Jackson all kicked two goals for ‘Christies’. Dustin Inglis kicked three goals for Noarlunga. Best players for Christies Beach were Shannon Archbold, Nathan Sable, Aidan Coakley, Tom Paparella, Josh de Roode and Callum Bennett, while Noarlunga was best served by Aaron Killian, Brad Inglis, Beau Donaldson, Talen Freeman, Nick Mott and Ben Goldfinch.Cove got their season off to the perfect start with a convincing 76-point win at Aldinga yesterday. The Cobras led by 53 points at halftime, before kicking a further six goals to two in the second half to win 17.9 (111) to 5.5 (35). Harrison Riddle (4), Lincoln Holder (3), Michael Galley (2) and Rourke Turner (2) were the multiple goalkickers for Cove, while Brayden Hooper kicked two goals for Aldinga. Best players for Cove included Galley, Jayden Hall, Lachlan Hayes, Turner and Harrison Riddle. Aldinga was best served by Blake Florance, Izaih Wortley, Hooper, Tom Pilmore and Thomas Boreham.Flagstaff Hill had a huge 170-point win at Morphett Vale to get their season underway. The Falcons led by 58 points at halftime, and then kicked 18 unanswered goals in the second half to win 29.12 (186) to 2.4 (16). Flagstaff Hill had 12 different goalkickers with Mason Carney (5), Anthony Adam (4), D’Arcy Mitchell (3), Aiden Grayson (3) and Nathan Beenham (3) leading the way. Connor Mulloy and Daniel Bode were the goalkickers for the Emus. Best players for ‘Flaggies’ were Reece Milsom, Benjamin Jeffries, Brayden Heyward-Ferors, Mitchell, Mason Carney and Jaxon Bennett. Morphett Vale’s best included Oleh Trus, Max Sampson, Connor Panozzo, Lachlan Amos and Jaxon Newman.Port Noarlunga and Happy Valley played out a close and high standard game yesterday with Port Noarlunga coming out on top with a 10-point win. The game was tight throughout before ‘Porties’ triumphed 15.13 (103) to 14.9 (93). Zachary Sproule was best-on-ground with six goals for the Cockle Divers, while other good players for the winners included Brodie Smith, Jay Chapman, Nathaniel Paredes, Ryan Kelly and Eduard Van den berg. Best for the Vikings were Darnell Tucker, William Moore, Luke Edwards (4 goals), Nicholas Kraemer, Sebastian Oliver and Jordan Thompson.Ladder (after round 1)Flagstaff Hill 2, Cove 2, Reynella 2, Christies Beach 2, Port Noarlunga 2, Happy Valley 0, Noarlunga 0, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 0, Aldinga 0, Morphett Vale 0. Round 2 fixtures - home teams named firstChristies Beach v ReynellaIronbank Cherry Gardens v Port NoarlungaHappy Valley v Morphett ValeFlagstaff Hill v AldingaCove v Noarlunga