Women - Round 2 @ AldingaVictor Blue 3 defeated Aldinga Blue 1Yankalilla 7 defeated Aldinga Black 0Victor White 2 defeated Goolwa 1Ladder (After Round 2)Yankalilla 6, Victor White 6, Victor Blue 3, Aldinga Black 3, Goolwa 0, Aldinga Blue 0.Men - Round 2 @ AldingaVictor Blue 3 defeated Aldinga Blue 1Victor Grey 4 defeated Aldinga Black 2Goolwa 1 drew Victor White 1Yankalilla had the byeLadder (After Round 2)Victor Blue 6, Victor White 4, Victor Grey 3, Yankalilla 1, Goolwa 1, Aldinga Blue 1, Aldinga Black 0.

Cove Cobras moved up to second spot on the ladder after a big 195-point win against Noarlunga during round three action in the Southern Football League Women’s (SFLW) competition at Noarlunga yesterday. The Cobras led by 63 points at quarter time, 116 points at halftime, and 167 points at the last change before winning 30.15 (195) to 0.0 (0). Cove had 12 different goalkickers with Alesia LeDuff kicking seven majors to lead the way. Rebecca Jutilane-Maynard and Emily Risitano also chipped in with four goals each. Best players for the Cobras were Angelique Dean, LeDuff, Kate Galley, Rebecca O’Shaughnessy, Jaime Norup and Ella Gill. Best for the Shoes were Rikki-Lee Escritt, Talah Rigby, Sarah Stanbury, Febi Mansell, Kytanna Buckskin and Alice Worrall.Port Noarlunga won their second game of the season with a comfortable 92-point win against Ironbank Cherry Gardens. ‘Porties’ ran out winners 13.18 (96) to 0.4 (4). Jolande Winson kicked five goals in a best-on-ground performance for the Cockle Divers, while skipper Nikki Parker chipped in with three goals. Other good players for Port Noarlunga were Philippa Worthley, Bree Chapman, Zoe Flesfadar, Amber O’Hanlon and Shakira Dolman. Ironbank Cherry Gardens were best served by Olivia Walker-Obushak, Tahlia Ward, Georgia Kempster, Cassandra Wilson, Rebecca Watson and Teagan Del Torre-Darrington.Flagstaff Hill also won their second game of the season after a 63-point win at Hackham. The game was tight at quarter time with the Falcons holding a nine-point lead. The Falcons took over after the first change as they kicked eight unanswered goals to win 10.11 (71) to 1.2 (8). Jessica Couch kicked four goals for the Falcons, while Claire Wheeler was the sole goalkicker for the Hawks. Brooke Watson, Amber Cloughessy, Couch, Rachel Crockart, Nicole Mogg and Sasha Nancarrow were named best players for the Falcons. Best players for Hackham were Maddison Hay, Tallara Power, Alana Browne, Nevara Richards, Charlotte Carter and Imogen Dwyer.Reynella had the bye.Ladder (after round 3)Reynella 4, Cove 4, Flagstaff Hill 4, Port Noarlunga 4, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 2, Hackham 0, Noarlunga 0.Round 4 fixtures (home team named first)Noarlunga v CoveFlagstaff Hill v ReynellaPort Noarlunga v HackhamIronbank Cherry Gardens has the bye

McLaren Districts consolidated their spot in the top-two after defeating Myponga-Sellicks by 44 points during round six action in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) ‘A’ Grade Women’s competition at Myponga yesterday. Kiahni Russell and Ebony Woodward kicked two goals each for the Eagles as they won 6.9 (45) to 0.1 (1). Best players for McLaren Districts were Katrina Munzberg, Caitlin Ross, Abby Woodward, Taylah Scapens, Chelsea Cocks and Sheena Peters. Best players for the Mudlarks included Kailey Webb, Kiarna Falzon and Nari Wright.Goolwa/Port Elliot won their fight game of the season after taking victory by 26 points against Victor Harbor. ‘Victor’ started well to lead by four points at quarter time, before the Magpies kicked five of the last six goals for the game to win 6.9 (45) to 3.1 (19). Indiana Quaremba kicked two goals in a best-on-ground performance for the Magpies and Kaya Angus also kicked two goals. Other good players for the ‘Maggies’ were Amber McKinlay, Cassie Burrows, Georgina Thomas and Megan Hoad.N.B. No best players or goalkickers for Victor Harbor were available at the time of publication.Reigning premier Willunga stayed top of the ladder after a 61-point victory against Yankalilla/Encounter Bay yesterday. The Demons led by 27 points at halftime, before kicking five unanswered goals in the second half to win 10.7 (67) to 1.0 (6). Willunga skipper Jodie Hunt (3) and Bella Rigby (2) were the multiple goalkickers for Willunga, while Natalie Cocks kicked the only goal for the Stingrays. Raffael Lombardozzi, Rigby, Kirstin Remfrey, Caitlin Radbone, Mia Nolan-Grigg and Courtney Gutschmidt were named best for the Demons. Best players for the Stingrays included Matisse Hunter, Chloe Howlett and Kimberly Robinson.Ladder after Round 6Willunga 10, McLaren Districts 10, Goolwa/Port Elliot 10, Victor Harbor 4, Yankalilla/Encounter Bay 2, Myponga-Sellicks 0. Round 7 FixturesVictor Harbor v Myponga-Sellicks (Friday 17/5/24 - 8.15pm @ Victor Harbor)Yankalilla/Encounter Bay v McLaren Districts (Sunday 19/5/24 - 11.15am @ Yankalilla)Willunga v McLaren Districts (Sunday 19/5/24 - 3.45pm @ Yankalilla)

Clarendon won their first game of the Southern Hills Netball Association (SHNA) season with a 57-33 win against local rival Kangarilla at Aldinga on Friday night. In other games, Pulse defeated McLaren Flat 47-31, while Southern Stars stayed top of the ladder after a 45-24 win at Noarlunga. Ladder (after round 2)Southern Stars 4, Pulse 4, Clarendon 2, Noarlunga 2, McLaren Flat 0, Kangarilla 0.Round 3 fixtures (home team named first)Clarendon v NoarlungaPulse v KangarillaSouthern Stars v McLaren Flat

Victor Harbor remained undefeated and on top of the ladder after a crushing 328-point win against Goolwa/Port Elliot yesterday. The ‘Roos kicked 11 goals in the first quarter, 10 goals in the second term, and 12 goals in the third quarter, before slamming on 17 majors in the last stanza to win 50.29 (329) to 0.1 (1). Victor Harbor had 12 goalkickers with Harry Vincent kicking 11 goals in a best-on-ground performance. He was ably supported by Sam Basham (10), Michael Ross (8) and Daniel Stock (5), while Ben Heaslip, Jesse McKinnon and Zac Dowling were also in the best players. Best for Goolwa/Port Elliot were Kaiden Wilton, Ryan Carnelly, Logan Payne, Pat Dowdell and Dale Cuthbert.Myponga-Sellicks are also undefeated after beating Willunga by 56 points. It leaves Willunga in the unusual position of not posting a win after the first month of the season. The Mudlarks won every quarter on their way to a 15.17 (107) to 7.9 (51) victory. Darren Shillabeer and Jake Spinks kicked four goals apiece for Myponga-Sellicks, while Ryan Sherry and Brad Haskett kicked two goals each for Willunga. Ryan Kelly, Connor Sampson, Ben Kennedy, Levi Proude, Jayden Heinze and Luke Whitford were named best for the Mudlarks, while the Demons were best served by Harrison Mills, Daniel Bass, Haskett, Hugo Hoeck, Sherry and Zachary Dumesny.Langhorne Creek consolidated their spot in the top-five with a 30-point win at home against Yankalilla. A big upset looked a distinct possibility at the last change as the home side clung to a two-point lead, but the Hawks steadied in the last quarter, kicking four answered goals, to win 11.15 (81) to 7.9 (51). Darcy Clifford, in his first game this season for the Hawks after playing for Adelaide in the SANFL, kicked four goals. Joel Kay, Scott Biddle and Karison Kantilla all kicked two majors for Yankalilla. Tom Derham, Henry Bruce, Caleb Howell, Jarrod Kellock, Josh Towk and Adam Towk were named best for the Hawks. Yankalilla’s best were Jack Fitzgerald, Bailey Gaskin, Oliver Carpenter, Tyler Athanasos, William Hogben and Ayden Duke.Encounter Bay won their third game for the season after defeating Mount Compass in a low-scoring affair. The Bays led by two points at the last change and kicked two goals to one in the last quarter to win 4.7 (31) to 3.7 (25). Tom Pinyon was the only multiple goalkicker on the field with two goals for ‘Compass'. Callum Tonkin, Ben Davis, James Bradford, Tyler Baldock, Cory Gamble and Tate Walker were best for Encounter Bay who were celebrating the 200th games for Hamish Tonkin and Eli Horrocks. Best for Mount Compass were Brent Creek, Will Zimmermann, Ziggy Vitkunas, Klaus Simons, Shannon Jones and Tom Vitkunas.Reigning premier McLaren Districts moved inside the top-five after a comfortable 65-point win against Strathalbyn yesterday. The Eagles won every quarter to win 17.21 (123) to 9.4 (58). Luke Mitton, Brett Ellis and Jett Holberton all kicked three goals for the reigning premier, while gun full-forward Ben Simounds kicked six goals for the Roosters, taking him to 455 majors at ‘Strath’. Best players for McLaren Districts were Ellis, Daniel Marr, Mitton, Holberton, Sam Venning and Sam Lawrie. Best for Strathalbyn included Marc Elliott, Simounds and Thomas Welk.Ladder (after round 4)Victor Harbor 8, Myponga-Sellicks 7, Langhorne Creek 6, Encounter Bay 6, McLaren Districts 5, Mt Compass 4, Yankalilla 2, Strathalbyn 2, Willunga 0, Goolwa/Port Elliot 0.Round 5 fixtures (home team named first)Mt Compass v Victor HarborEncounter Bay v Goolwa/Port ElliotStrathalbyn v Myponga-SellicksYankalilla v McLaren DistrictsWillunga v Langhorne Creek

Reigning premier Western Districts won their first game of the 2024 Kangaroo Island Netball Association (KINA) season after defeating Wisanger 64-42 yesterday. In the other game of round 1, Kingscote remained undefeated after a 51-31 victory against Parndana. Dudley United had the bye.Ladder after Round 2Kingscote 4, Dudley United 2, Western Districts 2, Wisanger 0, Parndana 0.Round 3 Fixtures (home team named first)Wisanger v ParndanaWestern Districts v Dudley UnitedKingscote has the bye

Western Districts made it two-from-two to start the Kangaroo Island Football League (KIFL) season after defeating Wisanger by 87 points at Gosse yesterday. The Saints led by 49 points at halftime, before kicking a further nine goals to three in the second half to win 19.19 (133) to 6.10 (46). Skipper Lleyton Hedges kicked seven goals for the Saints and he was well supported by Cameron Florance who kicked six majors. Ryan Turner (2) was the only multiple goalkicker for the Panthers. Best players for Western Districts were Sam Jonas, Wade Tucker, Joshua Graham, Cameron Florance and Thomas Jonas. Wisanger were best served by Liam Sampson, Brok Viney-Obst, Jason Fryar, Darcy Kildea and Samuel Clifford.Reigning premier Kingscote are on the board in 2024 after a comprehensive 98-point win at home against Parndana. Kingscote led at every change before running out winners 19.10 (124) to 4.2 (26). Lachie Ingerson (4) and Tyson Holman (3) were the leading goalkickers for Kingscote, while Daniel Dunstan kicked two goals for Parndana. Best for Parndana included Zach Trethewey, Isaac Trethewey and Eli Kuchel. N.B. At the time of publication no best players for Kingscote were available.Dudley United had the bye.Ladder after Round 2Western Districts 8, Kingscote 4,  Wisanger 4, Dudley United 0, Parndana 0.Round 3 Fixtures (home team named first)Western Districts v Dudley UnitedWisanger v Parndana Kingscote has the bye

Mount Compass won their first game of the 2024 Great Southern Netball Association (GSNA) season after defeating Encounter Bay 41-31 during round four action at Encounter Bay yesterday. In other games, Victor Harbor remained undefeated after a 64-37 victory at Goolwa, reigning premier Yankalilla are also still undefeated following their 60-37 win at Langhorne Creek, Strathalbyn won their second game of the season with a 50-26 win at McLaren Vale, while Willunga won a thriller 40-39 against Myponga.Ladder after Round 4Yankalilla 8, Victor Harbor 8, Willunga 6, Langhorne Creek 6, Strathalbyn 4, Myponga 4, Mount Compass 2, Goolwa 2, McLaren Vale 0, Encounter Bay 0.Round 5 Fixtures (home team named first)Strathalbyn v MypongaWillunga v Langhorne Creek Encounter Bay v GoolwaMount Compass v Victor HarborYankalilla v McLaren Vale

Aldinga came from behind to win their first game of the season after defeating Cove by three points during round four action in the Southern Football League (SFL) at Shark Park yesterday. Cove got off to a great start to lead by 33 points at quarter time. Aldinga worked their way back into the game over the next two quarters, but the visitors still held a 20-point advantage at the last change. Urged on by their home crowd, the Sharks kicked four goals to none in the final term to win 12.6 (78) to 11.9 (75). Jayden Scott kicked seven goals in a best-on-ground performance, while Jayden Morton kicked five majors for the Cobras. Other good players for Aldinga included Sam Bentley, Luke Watson, Thomas Boreham, Josiah Sheppard and Angus Stangewitz. Best players for Cove were Kyle Stoldt, Alex Shaw, Jayj Butler-Chaseling, Morton and Alex Marra.Port Noarlunga continued their undefeated start to the season with a convincing 107-point win against Ironbank Cherry Gardens. ‘Porties’ started the game on fire with 12 goals in the first quarter to take a 50-point lead to the first change. The Cockle Divers extended their lead to 82 points at halftime, and out to a whopping 115 points at the last change. Ironbank Cherry Gardens kicked seven goals to five in the last term as Port Noarlunga won 30.19 (199) to 14.8 (92). Gary Karpany kicked six goals for ‘Porties’ in a best-on-ground performance, while Zac Sproule and Nathaniel Paredes chipped in with five majors each. Nick Marshall and Elijah Ware were the leading goalkickers for the Thunderers with three goals each. Joining Karpany in the best players for the Cockle Divers included Paredes, Josh Johns, Jayden Green and Russell Curyer. Best players for Ironbank Cherry Gardens were Jake Pokoina, Josh Marshall, Conor Lidstone, Dion Davidson, Joshua Brown and William Bryars.Reynella also continued their undefeated start to 2024 with a 22-point win at Christies Beach. Scores were level at halftime and an upset appeared a possibility, but the Wine Flies kicked five goals to two in the second half to win 9.11 (65) to 6.7 (43). Brad Potter was named best for Reynella with four goals, while Marc Borholm kicked three. Other good players for Reynella were Tom Schirmer, Tyler Davies, Brody Dayman, Nick Mclean and Talon Copley. Best for the Saints included Michael Mazey, Nathan Sable, Shannon Archbold, Mackenzie Nield, Jordan Hunnable-Ford and Rhys Mundy.Flagstaff Hill consolidated their spot in the top-three with a comfortable 52-point win at Happy Valley. It was a tight and low-scoring game in the first half with just six goals kicked and the Falcons leading by 11 points. ‘Flaggies’ opened the game up in the second half as they kicked seven goals to one to win 11.12 (78) to 3.8 (26). Sam Smith was a star up forward for the Falcons with five goals and he was well supported by Brad Patterson who kicked three majors. David Kearsley, Samuel Smith, Zakaria Cavouras, Brayden Heyward-Ferors, Michael Shearer and Joshua Rosman were named best for Flagstaff Hill, while for the Vikings, Cody Cox, Scott Rademacher, Dylan Strickland, Nicholas Frisby-Smith, Jack Flett and Riley Jarmyn were their best players. Noarlunga won their second game of the season after defeating Morphett Vale by 16 points at Morphett Vale yesterday. The Shoes led at every change before winning 11.5 (71) to 8.7 (55). Jamie Grosser and Vic Robertson kicked four goals each for Noarlunga. Blake Carter was a standout for the Emus with five goals. Best players for the Shoes were Nick Mott, Callum Gaspari, Brayden Wait, Patrick Marshall, Samuel Goldfinch and Michael Balas. Morphett Vale were best served by Leroy Marsh, Blake Carter, Connor Lock, Connor Panozzo and Jake Dorshorst.Ladder (after round 4)Reynella 8, Port Noarlunga 8, Flagstaff Hill 6, Cove 4, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 4, Noarlunga 4, Christies Beach 2, Happy Valley 2, Aldinga 2, Morphett Vale 0.Round 5 fixtures (home team named first)Noarlunga v CoveHappy Valley v Ironbank Cherry Gardens Flagstaff Hill v ReynellaChristies Beach v AldingaPort Noarlunga v Morphett Vale

Women - Round 1 @ Victor HarborVictor White 5 defeated Aldinga Blue 0Yankalilla 2 defeated Victor Blue 0Aldinga Black 2 defeated Goolwa 0Ladder (After Round 1)Yankalilla 3, Victor White 3, Aldinga Black 3, Goolwa 0, Victor Blue 0, Aldinga Blue 0.Men - Round 1 @ Victor HarborVictor White 1 defeated Victor Grey 0Yankalilla 1 drew Aldinga Blue 1Victor Blue 15 defeated Aldinga Black 0Goolwa had the byeLadder (After Round 1)Victor White 3, Victor Blue 3, Aldinga Blue 1, Yankalilla 1, Goolwa 0, Victor Grey 0, Aldinga Black 0.

After having the bye in round one, Cove Cobras hit the park last Friday night and they had a comfortable 50-point win against Hackham during round two action in the Southern Football League Women’s (SFLW) competition. After a tight opening quarter where the Cobras led by just one point, they kicked eight goals to two after the first change to win 9.14 (68) to 3.0 (18). Jaime Norup and Emily Risitano kicked three goals each for Cove, while Amie Veneman, Dakota Dwyer and Charlotte Carter kicked the goals for the Hawks. Cove were best served by Jaymie Savaidis, Norup, Alesia LeDuff, Angelique Dean, Jemima Buss and Breanna Stoldt. Best players for Hackham included Alana Browne, Dakota Dwyer and Claire Wheeler.Reigning premier Reynella maintained top position on the ladder following their 64-point win against Ironbank Cherry Gardens at Reynella yesterday. The Wine Flies led by 14 points at quarter time, 36 points at halftime, and 42 points at the last change, before running out winners 9.10 (64) to 0.0 (0). Jaya Shreeve, Shanique West (3 goals), Zannah Loxton, Mia Brennan, Sarah Bourn (4 goals) and Claire Varnham-Harrison were named best for Reynella. Ironbank Cherry Gardens were best served by Cassandra Wilson, Olivia Walker-Obushak, Estelle McPhee, Georgia Kempster, Tahlia Ward and Rebecca Watson.Flagstaff Hill won their first game of the season with a huge 161-point win against Noarlunga. ‘Flaggies’ led by 64 points at halftime, before kicking 15 unanswered goals in the second half to win 24.18 (162) to 0.1 (1). The Falcons had 11 different goalkickers including Amber Cloughessy (6), skipper Kelsey Rodman (4) and Lily Stevens (2). Flagstaff Hill had plenty of good players including Amelia Morriss, Cloughessy, Kyah Smith, Rachel Crockart, Brooke Watson and Rodman. N.B. No Noarlunga best players list available at the time of publication.Cove had the bye.Ladder (after round 1)Reynella 4, Cove 2, Port Noarlunga 2, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 2, Flagstaff Hill 2, Hackham 0, Noarlunga 0.Round 3 fixtures (home team named first)Ironbank Cherry Gardens v Port NoarlungaHackham v Flagstaff HillNoarlunga v CoveReynella has the bye

McLaren Districts inflicted Willunga’s first loss of the season with a low-scoring seven-point win at Willunga on Saturday night during round five action in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) ‘A’ Grade Women’s competition. McLaren Districts led by three points at halftime, before winning 2.6 (18) to 1.5 (11). Caitlin Ross and Ebony Woodward kicked the goals for the Eagles, while Bella Rigby was the sole goal kicker for the Demons. Best players for McLaren Districts were Ross, Lilian Booij, Lisa Whiteley, Ally Bailey, Alycia Hepburn and Taylah Scapens. Kirstin Remfrey, Jodie Hunt, Courtney Gutschmidt, Frankie Stone, Rigby and Ada Anninos were named best for Willunga.Goolwa/Port Elliot remained undefeated after a comfortable 76-point win against Myponga-Sellicks last Friday night. The Magpies led by 14 points at quarter time, 40 points at halftime, and 50 points at the last change, before winning 11.10 (76) to 0.0 (0). Rachel Wood (3), Indiana Quaremba (2) and Jessica Bailey (2) were the multiple goalkickers for the Magpies, while their best players included Amber McKinlay, Bailey, Wood, Lily Short, Bridget Lindsay and Kaya Angus. Elsie Upton, Courtney Gum and Brooke Goslett were among the best players for the Mudlarks.Victor Harbor won their second game of the season with a 28-point win against Yankalilla/Encounter Bay at Victor Harbor on Saturday night. The ‘Roos led at every change to triumph 4.5 (29) to 0.1 (1). Best players for ‘Victor’ were Halle Crowe, Jemma Liddell (2 goals), Jasmine Bailey, Annabelle Yelland, Lucy Rubie and Rebecca Baga. Kate Sanders, Halle James, Taylor Haywood, Chloe Howlett, Anabella Walden and Chelsea Walker were named best for the Stingrays. Ladder after Round 5Willunga 8, Goolwa/Port Elliot 8, McLaren Districts 8, Victor Harbor 4, Yankalilla/Encounter Bay 2, Myponga-Sellicks 0. Round 6 FixturesGoolwa/Port Elliot v Victor Harbor (Saturday 4/5/24 - 7.45pm @ Goolwa)Myponga-Sellicks v McLaren Districts (Sunday 5/5/24 - 11.15am @ Myponga)Yankalilla/Encounter Bay v Willunga (Saturday 27/4/24 - 3.45pm @ Myponga)

Reigning premier Pulse started their premiership defence with a 46-38 win over arch rival Clarendon during round one action in the Southern Hills Netball Association (SHNA) yesterday. In other games, Noarlunga defeated McLaren Flat 37-30, while Southern Stars had a strong 48-32 win against Kangarilla. Ladder (after round 1)Southern Stars 2, Noarlunga 2, Pulse 2, Clarendon 0, McLaren Flat 0, Kangarilla 0.Round 2 fixtures (home team named first)Kangarilla v ClarendonMcLaren Flat v PulseNoarlunga v Southern Stars

Kingscote had a big 59-29 win against reigning premier Western Districts to start their Kangaroo Island Netball Association (KINA) season in style yesterday. In the other game of round 1, Dudley United defeated Wisanger 43-28 at Penneshaw. Parndana had the bye.Ladder after Round 1Kingscote 2, Dudley United 2, Wisanger 0, Western Districts 0, Parndana 0.Round 2 Fixtures (home team named first)Western Districts v WisangerKingscote v ParndanaDudley United has the bye

Port Noarlunga continued their undefeated start to the season following a 100-point victory over Aldinga during round three action in the Southern Football League (SFL) at ‘Porties’ yesterday. Port Noarlunga led by 45 points at halftime, before kicking a further 10 goals to two in the second half to win 22.13 (145) to 6.9 (45). Vice-captain Nicholas Steele won the ANZAC medal with a seven-goal performance, while Gary Karpany also played an excellent game with five goals. Other good players for the Cockle Divers were Nathaniel Paredes, Eduard Van den berg, Ben Currie and Joshua Johns. Jayden Scott kicked three goals for Aldinga, while their best players included Samuel Bentley, Tom Pilmore and Angus Stangewitz. Flagstaff Hill bounced back from defeat in round two with a crushing 140-point win against Noarlunga. The Falcons led by 44 points at quarter time, 66 points at halftime, and 98 points at the last change, before winning 24.12 (156) to 2.4 (16). Blake Aldridge kicked nine goals in a best-on-ground performance for ‘Flaggies’, while Nathan Beenham kicked four majors. Tom Anderson kicked both the goals for the Shoes. Other good players for the Falcons included Reece Milsom, Ethan Johnson, Zakaria Cavouras, Ryan Mountford and Mitchell Johnson. Nick Mott, Jamison Snelling, Sammual Miller and Jarrad Liebelt were best for the Shoes.Reynella continued their undefeated start to the season after a comfortable 67-point home win against Happy Valley. The game was effectively over at halftime as the Wine Flies opened up a 57-point lead. The second half was tighter as Reynella came away with a 16.12 (108) to 6.5 (41). Harrison Pope (4), Luke Cooper (3), Talon Copley (2) and Brad Potter (2) were the leading goalkickers for Reynella, while Liam O’Connor and Dwayne Ruddock each kicked two goals for the Vikings. Best players for Reynella included Daniel Whitaker, Potter, Jack Ball, Copley, Luke Cooper and Tyler Davies. Jeramy Cameron-Clay, Jayden Little, Jack Flett, Ruddock and Nicholas Frisby-Smith were named best for Happy Valley.Ironbank Cherry Gardens won their second game in a row following a thrilling four-point win against an inaccurate Christies Beach at Cherry Gardens yesterday. The game was tight throughout with the Thunderers taking a two-point lead into the final term. Christies Beach peppered the goals in the last term but could only manage 1.7, as Ironbank Cherry Gardens triumphed 15.15 (105) to 13.23 (101). Nick Marshall kicked five goals for the victors, as did Jace Daris for Christies Beach. Best players for the Thunderers were Ben Marsh, Jake Pokoina, Tyler Quinn, Bradley Kreuger, Chris Morgan and Conor Lidstone. Joining Jace Daris in the best players for the Saints were Austin Hogg, Michael Mazey, Kyle Daris, Mackenzie Nield and Shannon Archbold.Cove Cobras moved up to fourth spot on the ladder after defeating Morphett Vale by 18 points at Hallett Cove yesterday. Morphett Vale started well to lead by 18 points at halftime, before the Cobras hit back to lead by four points at the long break. The Cobras kicked six goals to three in the second half to win 14.9 (93) to 10.15 (75). Ryan Need kicked six goals in a best-on-ground performance for Cove, while Lincoln Holder slotted four majors for the Cobras. Blake Carter kicked four goals for the Emus. Joining Need in the best players for Cove included Adam Kleinig, Holder, Aaron Wordsworth and Jayj Butler-Chaseling. Robert Schindler-Taylor, Aiden Baker, Braydan Hartwig, Carter, Daniel Bode and Connor Panozzo were named best for Morphett Vale. Ladder (after round 3)Reynella 6, Port Noarlunga 6, Flagstaff Hill 4, Cove 4, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 4, Christies Beach 2, Happy Valley 2, Noarlunga 2, Morphett Vale 0, Aldinga 0.Round 4 fixtures (home team named first)Ironbank Cherry Gardens v Port NoarlungaAldinga v CoveChristies Beach v ReynellaHappy Valley v Flagstaff HillMorphett Vale v Noarlunga

Western Districts got their Kangaroo Island Football League (KIFL) season off to the perfect start with a 23-point win over 2023 premiers Kingscote in the Grand Final rematch at Kingscote yesterday. The Saints led at every change before winning 14.9 (93) to 9.16 (70). Bradley Crabb kicked seven goals in a best-on-ground performance for Western Districts, while Cameron Florance kicked three majors. Lachie Ingerson (4) and Paul Green (3) were the leading goalkickers for Kingscote. Other good players for the Saints included Jake Nolan, Joshua Graham, Thomas Schmidt and Rhys Bullard. Best for Kingscote were Riley Puckridge, Rory Lovering, Lachie Ingerson, Zak Siemer and Jacob Spark.Wisanger also started their season well with a tight 13-point win against Dudley United at Penneshaw. The final scores were Wisanger 13.13 (91) to Dudley United 12.6 (78). Khyal Stead kicked five goals for the Panthers, while Ronan Wood also kicked five goals for the Eagles. Liam Sampson, Samuel Clifford, Darcy Kildea, Nicholas Shurven and Luke Shurven were named best for Wisanger, while for Dudley United, Wood, Brent Kirby and Tait Florance were among their best. Parndana had the bye.Ladder after Round 1Western Districts 4, Wisanger 4, Dudley United 0, Kingscote 0, Parndana 0.Round 2 Fixtures (home team named first)Western Districts v WisangerKingscote v Parndana Dudley United has the bye

Goolwa won their first game of the 2024 Great Southern Netball Association (GSNA) season after defeating Mount Compass 46-43 during round three action yesterday. In other games, Willunga moved inside the top-four with a 63-37 win against McLaren Vale, Yankalilla sit top after winning 62-34 at Myponga, Victor Harbor remained undefeated after a convincing 74-27 triumph over Encounter Bay, while on ANZAC Day, Langhorne Creek defeated Strathalbyn 38-32 to also remain undefeated through three rounds. Ladder after Round 3Yankalilla 6, Victor Harbor 6, Langhorne Creek 6, Willunga 4, Myponga 4, Strathalbyn 2, Goolwa 2, Mount Compass 0, McLaren Vale 0, Encounter Bay 0.Round 4 Fixtures (home team named first)Goolwa v Victor Harbor Encounter Bay v Mount CompassLanghorne Creek v YankalillaMcLaren Vale v StrathalbynMyponga v Willunga

Langhorne Creek defeated local rival Strathalbyn by nine points in an ANZAC Day classic during round three action in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) at Langhorne Creek on Thursday. Langhorne Creek led by 21 points at halftime and appeared in a comfortable position to win their second game of the season. Strathalbyn came right back into the contest, kicking three unanswered goals in the third term, to cut the margin to just two points at the last change. Urged on by the big crowd, the home side steadied in the final quarter to win 9.11 (65) to 8.8 (56). Henry Bruce and Matt Uebergang kicked two goals each for the Hawks, while Ben Simounds kicked three goals for the Roosters. The Hawks’ Henry Bruce won the Follett-Smith Medal for his best-on-ground performance and he was ably supported by Angus Cole, Matt Dominish, Adam Towk, Jarrod Kellock and Uebergang. Strathalbyn were best served by Jake Stafford, Tay Crawford-Sandison, Thomas Welk, Joel Hodgson, Brock Keding and Marc Elliott.Victor Harbor remained undefeated and on top of the ladder following their convincing 73-point win against Encounter Bay at ‘Victor’ today. The ‘Roos welcomed former AFL player and Magarey Medallist Bryce Gibbs in for his first game of the season and the home side led throughout to win 16.10 (106) to 5.3 (33). Victor Harbor had 11 different goalkickers with Sam Basham and Jackson Elmes kicking three goals each. Tyson Neale kicked two goals for Encounter Bay. Kane Cooper, Heath Treloar, Benjamin Heaslip, Matthew Wiese, Elmes and Harry Vincent were named best for Victor Harbor, while James Bradford, Ben Davis and Marcus Lippett were among the best players for the Bays.Myponga-Sellicks are also undefeated after three rounds following their 88-point win against Yankalilla at Myponga today. The Mudlarks led at every change before winning 19.11 (125) to 6.5 (41). Darren Shillabeer was a star up forward for Myponga-Sellicks with 8 goals (17 for the season), while Jake Spinks kicked five goals in a best-on-ground performance. Other good players for the home side were Dylan Lang, Samuel Kennedy, Scott Ogilvie and Mitchell Wilkins. Scott Biddle (2 goals), Joseph Tyllis and Bailey Gaskin were among the Tigers’ best.Mt Compass moved up to third spot on the ladder after a convincing 133-point win against Goolwa/Port Elliot at Goolwa today. The Bulldogs led by 21 points at quarter time, 72 points at halftime, and 102 points at the last change, before winning 28.18 (186) to 8.5 (53). Gun forward Tom Pinyon had a day out for ‘Compass' with 12 majors, while Cody Connor, Tom Vitkunas and Ziggy Vitkunas all chipped in with four goals. Dale Cuthbert (2) was the only multiple goalkicker for the Magpies. Best players for Mt Compass were Tom Vitkunas, Brandon McKenzie, Connor, Lochie Nash, Pinyon and Dylan Camac. Goolwa/Port Elliot were best served by Kai Iwao, Ryan Carnelly and Logan Payne. Reigning premier McLaren Districts won their first game of the season with a 38-point win in the grand final rematch at Willunga. The Eagles led by just two points at three-quarter time, before they pulled away in the last quarter, kicking eight goals to two, to win 13.8 (86) to 7.6 (48). Cameron Jarrett was the leading goalkicker on the field with three goals for McLaren Districts, while Brad Haskett kicked two goals for the Demons. Luke Mitton, Ashley Goodieson, Henry Mathews, Lachlan Mathews, Lachlan Camm and Brett Ellis were named best players for the Eagles, while Willunga were best served by Jake Shirvington, Harrison Mills, Jake Renney, Hugh Daniell, Job Colwell and Felix Bekkers. Ladder (after round 3)Victor Harbor 6, Myponga-Sellicks 5, Mt Compass 4, Langhorne Creek 4, Encounter Bay 4, McLaren Districts 3, Yankalilla 2, Strathalbyn 2, Willunga 0, Goolwa/Port Elliot 0.Round 4 fixtures (home team named first)Encounter Bay v Mt CompassLanghorne Creek v YankalillaMcLaren Districts v StrathalbynGoolwa/Port Elliot v Victor HarborMyponga-Sellicks v Willunga

McLaren Districts moved to second spot on the ladder after defeating Victor Harbor by 94 points during round four action in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) ‘A’ Grade Women’s competition at Victor Harbor last Friday. The Eagles won 13.17 (95) to 0.1 (1). Sheena Peters (4), Caitlin Ross (3) and Alycia Hepburn (2) were the leading goalkickers for McLaren Districts. Best players for the Eagles included Hepburn, Taylah Scapens, Layla Rogers, Mia Dunn and Lilian Booij. Chloe Byrne, Aloura Kirk and Annabelle Yelland were among the best players for Victor Harbor.Reigning premier Willunga continued their unbeaten start to the season following a 127-point win against Myponga-Sellicks yesterday. The Demons led by 47 points at quarter time, 75 points at halftime, and 102 points at the last change, before winning 19.13 (127) to 0.0 (0). Emma Leask kicked four goals in a best-on-ground performance for the Demons. Tamara Page (4), Cleo Guilfoyle (3) and Jodie Hunt (2) were the other multiple goalkickers for Willunga. Joining Leask in the best players for Willunga were Kirstin Remfrey, Hunt, Ruby Hay, Page and Courtney Gutschmidt. Charlie Shaw-Mcmillan, Cristel Chambers and Felicity Whiley were among the best players for the Mudlarks.Goolwa/Port Elliot won their third game of the season after defeating Yankalilla/Encounter Bay by 11 points in a low-scoring game at Willunga yesterday. The Magpies won 3.4 (22) to 1.5 (11). Rachel Wood, Eve Polmear and Taylor Kennedy were the goalkickers for Goolwa/Port Elliot, while Kate Sanders was the sole goalkicker for the Stingrays. Lily Short, Bridget Lindsay, Jessica Bailey, Indiana Quaremba, Rachel Searle and Taya Forbes were named best for the Magpies, while Anabella Walden, Chloe Howlett, Kimberly Robinson, Chelsea Walker, Delia Althorp and Tyler Rigney-Garrett were best for Yankalilla/Encounter Bay Ladder after Round 4Willunga 8, McLaren Districts 6, Goolwa/Port Elliot 6, Yankalilla/Encounter Bay 2, Victor Harbor 2, Myponga-Sellicks 0. Round 5 FixturesGoolwa/Port Elliot v Myponga-Sellicks (Friday 26/4/24 - 8.15pm @ Goolwa)Willunga v McLaren Districts (Saturday 27/4/24 - 5.30pm @ Willunga)Victor Harbor v Yankalilla/Encounter Bay  (Saturday 27/4/24 - 6.30pm @ Victor Harbor)