Willunga defeated Victor Harbor 59-58 to finish second on the ladder during round 18 action in the Great Southern Netball Association (GSNA) at ‘Victor’ yesterday. In other games, Myponga won their third game of the season with a 60-43 win at Strathalbyn, Mount Compass warmed up for finals with a 44-30 victory over Yankalilla, while Langhorne Creek completed their season winning 55-37 at Goolwa.McLaren Vale had the bye.Ladder after Round 18McLaren Vale 32, Willunga 26, Mount Compass 20, Victor Harbor 19, Langhorne Creek 18, Strathalbyn 9, Yankalilla 7, Myponga 7, Goolwa 6.Week 1 Finals Fixtures (Saturday 27 August)McLaren Vale v Willunga (3.00pm @ Strathalbyn Court 1)Mount Compass v Victor Harbor (3.00pm @ Strathalbyn Court 2)

McLaren Eagles finished the minor round undefeated after defeating Encounter Bay by 135 points during round 18 action in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) yesterday. The Eagles won all 18 matches, by an average of 79 points, and are warm favourites to take out their first ‘A’ grade title since 2003. McLaren dominated all day to win 25.9 (159) to 3.6 (24). The Eagles had 13 different goalkickers including Brett Ellis (5), James Grimley (4) and Jordan Mutton (3). Blake Bailey, James Brown and Nick Marshall kicked the Bays’ three goals. Skipper Ellis was named best for the Eagles and he was well supported by Lachlan Matthews, Codey Ellison, Sam Lawrie and Jamie Smith. Best for the Bays were Andrew Fyfe, Cory Gamble, Patrick McInerney, Lachlan Williams and Tyson Neale. Langhorne Creek stormed into the finals after a huge 137-point win against Goolwa/Port Elliot at Goolwa yesterday. It was the sixth win from their past eight matches for the Hawks, and they are in ominous form entering the major round. The ‘Creeks’ had a handy 45-point lead at halftime, before kicking a further 18 goals to four in the second half, to win 27.15 (177) to 6.4 (40). Langhorne Creek had 11 different goalkickers including Ben Arbon (5), Coby Helyar (5), Caleb Howell (4) and Brodie O’Dea (3), while Trent Griffen kicked two goals for the Magpies. Best players for the Hawks included David Warren, Troy Blackwell, O’Dea, Howell and Matt Tonkin. Goolwa/Port Elliot were best served by Jaid Cooper, Dene McKinlay, Rory Hausser, Daniel Fry and Leo Harrison.Reigning premier Willunga warmed up for their premiership defence with a resounding 62-point victory against Victor Harbor. The first three quarters were pretty even with the Demons leading by a handy 21 points at the last change. The last quarter was all Willunga as they kicked eight goals to one to win 18.11 (119) to 8.9 (57). Brad Haskett starred up forward for Willunga with six goals, while Sam Basham kicked five goals for Victor Harbor. Cam Hutchens was named best on ground for Willunga and he was ably supported by Darcy Scott, Harrison Mills, Danny Juckers and Haskett. Best for ‘Victor’ included Jesse McKinnon, Rhys Bartram, Dylan Kleinig, James Mulhern and Basham. Mount Compass finished their season on a high with a 63-point win at home against Yankalilla. The Bulldogs trailed by five points at quarter time, before kicking12 goals to two for the rest of the match to win 16.15 (111) to 7.6 (48). Tom Dix and Adam Hunter kicked three goals each for the Bulldogs, while Maison Linke, Matt James and Ayden Duke kicked two goals each for the Tigers. Dix, Shane Heatley, Hunter, Klaus Simons and Brandon McKenzie were named best players for ‘Compass’. Best for Yankalilla included Matthew Wilson, Sam Crawford, Angus Weir, Jesse Fitzgerald and Duke. Strathalbyn and Myponga/Sellicks played out the first draw of the season in a high standard match at ‘Strath’ yesterday, with both sides finishing on 15.9 (99). The game was tight all day with the Mudlarks taking a 10-point lead into the last term. The Roosters played a great last quarter, kicking six goals to four, to tie the game up. Ben Simounds, Riley Clamp and Marc Elliott kicked four goals each for Strathalbyn. Jayden Scott was the best forward for the Mudlarks with five goals. Best players for Strathalbyn were Elliott, Tom Redden, Xavier Redden, Simounds and Lachlan Butler. Thomas Carroll, Scott Ogilvie, Ryan Kelly, Ben Kennedy and Anthony Kempster were best for Myponga/Sellicks.Ladder after Round 18McLaren 36, Willunga 26, Myponga/Sellicks 25, Langhorne Creek 20, Encounter Bay 20, Strathalbyn 19, Victor Harbor 18, Mount Compass 12, Yankalilla 4, Goolwa/Port Elliot 0. Qualifying FinalWillunga v Myponga/Sellicks (Saturday 27/8 @ Mount Compass)Elimination FinalLanghorne Creek v Encounter Bay (Sunday 28/8 @ McLaren Vale)

Langhorne Creek stormed into the top-five after stunning reigning premier Willunga during round 17 action in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) on Saturday. The Hawks started the season with just one win in the first six rounds and it looked odds-on that they would miss finals action. Fast forward three months and the Hawks are one win away from playing in the major round. On Saturday, Langhorne Creek led throughout to win 15.14 (104) to 5.12 (42). Caleb Howell and Coby Helyar were the two best players on the ground, with each player kicking five goals. Other good players for the ‘Creeks’ were Josh Towk, Darcy Clifford, Troy Blackwell and Matt Dominish. Daniel Bass kicked two goals for Willunga, while their best players were Cam Hutchens, Brett Miegel, Harrison Mills, Billy Cook and Hugo Hoeck. Encounter Bay confirmed their spot in the GSFL finals following their comfortable 67-point win against Goolwa/Port Elliot. The Bays led at every change before winning 16.16 (112) to 7.3 (45). Tyson Neale had a day out with seven goals, while Nick Marshall slotted five majors. Trent Griffen and Logan Payne kicked two goals each for the Magpies. Lachlan Williams, Neale, Marcus Lippett, Hamish Tonkin and Fraser Tonkin were named best players for the Bays. The Magpies’ best included Ryan Carnelly, Daniel Fry and Cody Griffiths.McLaren Eagles are one win away from an undefeated minor round campaign after defeating Mount Compass by 66 points at McLaren Vale. The Eagles led by 19 points at halftime, before kicking 10 goals to three in the second half to win 17.11 (113) to 7.5 (47). James Grimley (5), Jordan Mutton (4) and Matthew Merrett (3) were the multiple goalkickers for McLaren. Sam Lawrie, Daniel Marr, Lachlan Matthews, Kiefver Zohar, Grimley and Brett Ellis were best for the Eagles. Best players for ‘Compass’ included Adam Hunter, Leo Turner and Klaus Simons.Myponga/Sellicks confirmed the double chance after defeating Victor Harbor by 35 points. The loss for ‘Victor’ has put a serious dent in their finals hopes. The first half was tight with the ‘Roos leading by two points at the long break. The second half was all Myponga/Sellicks as they kicked eight goals to three to win 13.15 (93) to 9.4 (58). Ben Kennedy kicked four goals for the Mudlarks, while Jaymes Hewett also kicked four goals for Victor Harbor. Best players for the Mudlarks were Jake Spinks, Ryan Kelly, Thomas Carroll, Connor Sampson, Luke Whitford and Anthony Kempster. The ‘Roos were best served by Jack Lang, Dylan Kleinig, Hewett, Lachlan Borrillo and Ben Yeomans.Strathalbyn still have a finals heartbeat after defeating Yankalilla by 103 points. The Roosters are in sixth spot on the ladder and sit just over three percent behind local rival Langhorne Creek leading into round 18. The Roosters were never threatened as they won 20.13 (133) to 4.6 (30). Ben Simounds was a major target up forward for ‘Strath’ with nine goals, giving him 59 for the season. Best players for the Roosters were Marc Elliott, Simounds, Jacob Wright, Aarom Noske, Mark Tucker and Austin McFarlane. Ladder after Round 17McLaren 34, Willunga 24, Myponga/Sellicks 24, Encounter Bay 20, Langhorne Creek 18, Strathalbyn 18, Victor Harbor 18, Mount Compass 10, Yankalilla 4, Goolwa/Port Elliot 0.Round 18 Fixtures (Saturday 20 August)Goolwa/Port Elliot v Langhorne CreekMount Compass v YankalillaStrathalbyn v Myponga/SellicksVictor Harbor v WillungaEncounter Bay v McLaren

Reigning premier Flagstaff Hill handed Reynella their first loss of the season with a thrilling one-point win during round 15 action in the Southern Football League Women’s ‘A’ grade competition yesterday. These two sides played off in the 2021 decider and will do battle again in a fortnight when the finals begin. Reynella started the better of the two sides as they took a 13-point lead at quarter time. Flagstaff Hill fought back in the second term kicking two goals to none to level things up at halftime. Reynella took the lead again in the third term and turned for home with a seven-point lead. The last quarter was a torrid affair with ‘Flaggies’ kicking the only goal of the term to win a thriller 3.5 (23) to 3.4 (22). Melissa Anderson kicked two goals for the Falcons, while Casie Coombe also kicked two goals for the Wine Flies. Best players for Flagstaff Hill were Tamsyn Morriss, Rachel Crockart, Czenya Cavouras, Jasmin Partridge and Jenna Andrews. Best for Reynella were Sarah Bourn, Anja Bancevic, Zannah Loxton, Ella Besley and Catherine Quinn.Port Noarlunga won their 10th game of the season after winning a thriller against Christies Beach by just two points yesterday at ‘Porties’. It was a tight and low scoring affair with Port Noarlunga prevailing 2.3 (15) to Christies Beach 2.1 (13). Brittany Pratt and Kirsty Watson were the goalkickers for the Cockle Divers. Emily Risitano kicked two goals for the Saints. Skipper Pratt was named best for ‘Porties’ and she was well supported by Ella Slape, Shakira Dolman, Jolie Malinowski, Emma Matonia and Deanna Ortuso. Monique Hepden, Melanie Koster, Emily Stratton-Butler, Naomi Jones, Paige Simmons and Hannah Clarke were named best for the Saints.Cove Cobras won their third game for 2022 with a comprehensive 192-point win against Hackham. The Cobras led by 100 points at halftime and kicked a further 14 goals in the second half to win 29.19 (193) to 0.1 (1). Cove had an amazing 16 goalkickers with Jemima Buss, Jasmine Dietrich and Rebecca O’Shaughnessy kicking four goals each. Best players for the Cobras included Alesia LeDuff, Nicole May, Dana O’Brien, Jahna Parry and Buss. Best players for the Hawks were Caitlin Haire, Sarah Noble, Emily Unger, Rhylee McCall and Jessica Sherry.Aldinga had the bye.Ladder (after round 15)Reynella 26, Flagstaff Hill 24, Port Noarlunga 20, Christies Beach 10, Cove 8, Aldinga 6, Hackham 0.Round 16 fixtures (Sunday 21 August)Flagstaff Hill v Port NoarlungaChristies Beach v Hackham Cove v Aldinga Reynella has the bye

Women - Round 15 @ GoolwaAldinga 0 drew Victor Blue 0Goolwa 2 defeated Victor White 1Yankalilla had the byeLadder (After Round 15)Goolwa 26, Yankalilla 23, Victor White 17, Victor Blue 12, Aldinga 6.Men - Round 15 @ GoolwaAldinga Black 2 defeated Yankalilla 0Victor Grey 1 drew Victor Blue 1Goolwa 1 defeated Aldinga Blue 0Victor White had the byeLadder (After Round 15)Victor White 37, Victor Blue 29, Victor Grey 24, Goolwa 21, Aldinga Blue 21, Aldinga Black 9, Yankalilla 9.

Willunga have won their second FPAG ‘A’ Grade Women’s Great Southern Football League premiership in a row after defeating McLaren by 65 points in a dominant display at Strathalbyn today. The Demons went through the minor round undefeated and played an excellent finals series with two comfortable wins against the Eagles. Willunga did all the attacking in the first quarter but could only score seven behinds, before kicking two goals in the second quarter to lead by 20 points at halftime. The game completely opened up in the second half with Willunga kicking eight goals to zero to win 10.13 (73) to 1.2 (8). Shae Archbold (3), Courtney Gum (2) and Tessa Kohn (2) were the multiple goalkickers for Willunga, while Jessica Shaw kicked the only goal for McLaren. Caitlin Radbone was named best on ground for the premiers and she was ably supported by Kohn, Lauren Clifton, Katrice Turner, Grace Duffy and Ella Radbone. Best for the Eagles were Sam Pratt, Katie Whish, Tiffany Copley, Layla Rogers, Katrina Munzberg and Ruby Flanagan-Sjoberg. The Willunga under 17 girls also won their second premiership in a row after defeating McLaren by 53 points at Strathalbyn. The Demons completed a stunning undefeated season with a dominant display in the decider. The game was as good as over at halftime with the reigning premier holding a commanding 36-point lead at the long break. A further two goals to zero in the second half saw the Demons win 8.7 (55) to 0.2 (2). Emily Steele starred up forward for Willunga with four goals, while Emma Charlton chimed in with two majors. Charlton was named best on ground and she was well supported by Bella Rigby, Steele, Abby Woodward, Emma Comley and Ella Wilson. Best players for the Eagles were Evie Cerullo, Kaysha Dellow, India Roberts, Alyssa Hann, Molly Jenkins and Lilian Booij.Proudly brought to you by FPAG the major sponsor of the Great Southern Women’s Football League (GSWFL).

Parndana completed an undefeated minor round after defeating Wisanger 64-24 during round 15 action in the Kangaroo Island Netball Association (KINA) yesterday. In the other game of round 15, Kingscote won a tight encounter against Dudley United 40-35. Western Districts had the bye.Ladder (after round 15)Parndana 24, Kingscote 16, Dudley United 11, Western Districts 9, Wisanger 0.Week 1 Finals FixturesParndana v Kingscote (Saturday 20/8 @ Kingscote)Dudley United v Western Districts (Sunday 21/8 @ Penneshaw)

Reigning premier Wisanger warmed up for finals action with a comprehensive 116-point win against Parndana during round 15 action in the Kangaroo Island Football League (KIFL) yesterday. Wisanger will take on Western Districts next Saturday for the right to play in the Grand Final on September 3. The Panthers led by just eight points at quarter time, before kicking 19 goals to two in the final three quarters to win 24.14 (158) to 6.6 (42). Wisanger had plenty of avenues to goal with Jackson Lockett (5), Luke Shurven (4), Sam Clifford (4) and Nick Berry (4) the leading goalkickers. Zach Trethewey kicked two goals for Parndana. Best players for Wisanger were Luke Shurven, Liam Sampson, Berry, Dusty Cross and Jai Turner. The Roosters best players included Zach Trethewey, Jesse Gaskin and Ethan Trethewey. Kingscote won their sixth game of 2022 with a comfortable 70-point win against bottom side Dudley United. The final scores were Kingscote 14.15 (99) to Dudley United 4.5 (29). Zak Siemer kicked four goals in a best-on-ground display for Kingscote and he was well supported by Frank Colman, Paul Green, Jack Grimes and Declan Hardy-Corby. Dylan Bunney kicked two goals for the Eagles, while their best players included Nathan Dickson, Toby Wheaton and Sam Howard.Western Districts had the bye.Ladder after Round 15Western Districts 44, Wisanger 36, Kingscote 24, Parndana 16, Dudley United 0.Week 1 Finals FixturesWestern Districts v Wisanger (Saturday 20/8 @ Penneshaw)Kingscote v Parndana (Sunday 21/8 @ Kingscote)

McLaren Vale completed an undefeated season following their 53-40 win against Mount Compass during round 17 action in the Great Southern Netball Association (GSNA) at McLaren Vale yesterday. With a bye in round 18 , McLaren Vale will go into the finals series beginning on Saturday 27th August as warm premiership favourites. In other games, Willunga travelled to Langhorne Creek and came away with a 43-31 victory, Victor Harbor had a big scare before defeating Myponga 48-45, while Yankalilla won their third game of the season with a comfortable 51-31 win against Strathalbyn.Goolwa had the bye.Ladder after Round 17McLaren Vale 32, Willunga 24, Victor Harbor 19, Mount Compass 18, Langhorne Creek 16, Strathalbyn 9, Yankalilla 7, Goolwa 6, Myponga 5.Round 18 Fixtures (Saturday 20 August)Goolwa v Langhorne CreekMount Compass v YankalillaStrathalbyn v MypongaVictor Harbor v WillungaMcLaren Vale has the bye

Happy Valley confirmed their spot in the 2022 finals series after a thrilling three-point win against Morphett Vale during round 17 action in the Southern Football League (SFL) today. In what was a likely elimination final preview, Happy Valley came from 10 points down at three quarter time to win 11.7 (73) to 11.4 (70). Ben Geytenbeek (4), Dwayne Ruddock (3) and Jayden Little (2) were the multiple goalkickers for the Vikings, while Dylan Williams was a standout for Morphett Vale with six goals. Nick Frisby-Smith, Johnny Pegoraro, Liam O’Connor, Hayden Kari, Kieren Bartlett and Lachlan Hamilton were named best for the Vikings. Best players for Morphett Vale included Williams, Daniel Bode, Robert Schindler-Taylor, Braydan Hartwig and Anthony Biemans. Reigning premier Flagstaff Hill wrapped up a top-three spot with a convincing 142-point win against Port Noarlunga. ‘Porties’ have the bye next week meaning they’ll finish 2022 without a victory in ‘A’ grade ranks. The Falcons led by 58 points at halftime before kicking a further 13 goals to zero in the second half to win 22.20 (152) to 1.4 (10). Samuel Smith (5), Brad Patterson (4), Ryan Mountford (3) and Daniel Butcher (3) were the leading goalkickers for ‘Flaggies’, while Sam Roberts kicked the only goal for the Cockle Divers. Best players for Flagstaff Hill included Patterson, Michael Shearer, Mackenzie Short, Tynan Carney and Smith. Best players for Port Noarlunga included Jayden Close, Jordan Zeitz and Clint Calyun. Reynella won their 13th game of the season with a comfortable 80-point win against Aldinga at Shark Park. Aldinga started well to lead by 17 points at quarter time, and still led by nine points at halftime with an upset looking a distinct possibility. Reynella were having none of it as they came out firing after the long break to kick five goals to zero and take a handy 21-point lead into the last quarter. The final term was all Reynella as they slammed on 10 goals to one to win 19.15 (129) to 7.7 (49). Playing his first game in five weeks, Marc Borholm slotted seven majors and he was ably supported by Callan Semple who kicked five goals. Sam Noble (3) and James Bailey (2) were the multiple goalkickers for the Sharks. Best players for Reynella included Sam Whitbread, Daniel Whitaker, Cameron McGree, Borholm and Brodie Visser. Best for Aldinga were Luke Watson, Bailey Pilmore, Angus Stangewitz, Mitchell Jarrett and Scott O’Dea. Noarlunga wrapped up the double chance and booked a date with Flagstaff Hill in the qualifying final, following their comfortable 60-point win against Cove. The first half at Old Noarlunga was a tight one with the Shoes leading by just nine points at halftime. The home side completely took over in the second half, kicking 12 goals to three, to win 19.6 (120) to 8.12 (60). Reece Martell was named best for Noarlunga and he was well supported by Daniel Buechter, Vic Robertson, Josh Beard, Sammual Miller and Jake Birch. Best players for the Cobras were Damian Roach, Chris Buersch, Jayden Morton, Harrison Riddle and Alex Marra. Robertson was the leading goalkicker on the field with six goals for the Shoes to give him 44 majors for the season. Thomas Anderson chimed in with four majors for the Shoes, while Morton kicked three goals for Cove. Christies Beach had the bye.Ladder after Round 17Reynella 26, Noarlunga 22, Flagstaff Hill 22, Happy Valley 18, Morphett Vale 16, Christies Beach 14, Cove 12, Aldinga 6, Port Noarlunga 0.Round 18 (Saturday 20 August)Reynella v NoarlungaFlagstaff Hill v CoveMorphett Vale v AldingaChristies Beach v Happy ValleyPort Noarlunga has the bye

Langhorne Creek kept their finals hopes alive following their 34-28 win over Yankalilla during round 16 action in the Great Southern Netball Association (GSNA) on Saturday. In other games, Myponga won their second game of the season after travelling to Goolwa and coming away with a 48-31 victory, McLaren Vale continued their undefeated season with a high-scoring 63-57 triumph over Victor Harbor, while Mount Compass consolidated their spot in the top-four after beating Strathalbyn 69-34.Willunga had the bye.Ladder after Round 16McLaren Vale 30, Willunga 22, Mount Compass 18, Victor Harbor 17, Langhorne Creek 16, Strathalbyn 9, Goolwa 6, Yankalilla 5, Myponga 5.Round 17 Fixtures (Saturday 13 August)McLaren Vale v Mount CompassLanghorne Creek v WillungaMyponga v Victor HarborYankalilla v StrathalbynGoolwa has the bye

Minor premier Western Districts wrapped up their minor round campaign with a comfortable 71-point win against Kingscote during round 14 action in the Kangaroo Island Football League (KIFL) on Saturday. The Saints led by eight points at quarter time, 31 points at halftime, and 39 points at the last change, before winning 10.14 (74) to 0.3 (3). Tate Barrett, Peter Hoban, Cameron Florance, Tim Larcombe and Caleb Whittle were named best for Western Districts, while Lloyd Coulson kicked four goals. Best for Kingscote were Zak Siemer, Paul Green, Riley Puckridge, Charles Schmidt and Frank Colman. Wisanger won their eighth game of the season after defeating Dudley United by a whopping 185 points at Penneshaw on Saturday. The Panthers had 10 different goalkickers with Sam Clifford leading the way with 10 goals. Jackson Lockett chimed in with eight majors, and Nick Shurven kicked six, as Wisanger put up a ‘cricket score’ of 34.23 (227) to Dudley United 6.6 (42). Clayton Willson kicked three goals for the Eagles. Best players for Wisanger were Luke Shurven, Dusty Cross, Brok Viney-Obst, Lockett and Jai Turner.Parndana had the bye.Ladder after Round 14Western Districts 44, Wisanger 32, Kingscote 20, Parndana 16, Dudley United 0.Round 15 Fixtures (Saturday 13 August)Kingscote v Dudley UnitedWisanger v ParndanaWestern Districts has the bye

Pulse has ended Clarendon’s undefeated run this season following their 47-31 victory at Clarendon during round 14 action in the Southern Hills Netball Association (SHNA) on Saturday. In other games, Kangarilla defeated Seaford Storm 58-43, Noarlunga had a comfortable 52-32 win over Aldinga, while Southern Stars travelled to McLaren Flat and came away with a 43-35 victory. Ladder (after round 14)Pulse 26, Clarendon 26, Kangarilla 18, Noarlunga 18, Seaford Storm 12, Southern Stars 6, Aldinga 4, McLaren Flat 2.Round 15 fixtures (Saturday 13 August)Noarlunga v Seaford StormMcLaren Flat v ClarendonSouthern Stars v KangarillaAldinga v Pulse

McLaren Eagles have won their way through to the FPAG ‘A’ Grade Women’s Great Southern Football League grand final after defeating Goolwa/Port Elliot by 31 points in the preliminary final at Goolwa yesterday. The Eagles’ win sets up a rematch with reigning premier Willunga at Strathalbyn on Sunday. Yesterday’s game was tight in the first half with McLaren leading by seven points at halftime. They extended their lead to 11 points at the last change, before kicking three goals to none in the final term to win 5.3 (33) to 0.2 (2). McLaren’s Bianca Coom (2) was the only multiple goalkicker for the game. Best players for the Eagles were Layla Rogers, Sophia Flanagan-Sjoberg, Caitlin Ross, Ruby Flanagan-Sjoberg, Sally Fuller and Coom. The Magpies were best served by Kalani Bates, Lucy Earl, Renee Moon, Alana Browne, Megan Hoad and Rachel Searle.The under 17 girls grand final will also see Willunga take on McLaren after the Eagles defeated Strathalbyn by 16 points in the preliminary final. Grand Final Fixtures‘A’ Grade WomenWillunga v McLaren (Sunday 14/8 - 1.30pm @ Strathalbyn)Under 17 GirlsWillunga v McLaren (Sunday 14/8 - 11.10am @ Strathalbyn)Proudly brought to you by FPAG the major sponsor of the Great Southern Women’s Football League (GSWFL).

Women - Round 14 @ Aldinga BeachGoolwa 2 defeated Aldinga 0Yankalilla 1 defeated Victor White 0Victor Blue had the byeLadder (After Round 14)Goolwa 23, Yankalilla 23, Victor White 17, Victor Blue 11, Aldinga 5.Men - Round 14 @ Aldinga BeachVictor Blue 6 defeated Aldinga Blue 0Victor Grey 3 defeated Yankalilla 0Victor White 4 defeated Goolwa 2Aldinga Black had the byeLadder (After Round 14)Victor White 37, Victor Blue 28, Victor Grey 23, Aldinga Blue 21, Goolwa 18, Yankalilla 9, Aldinga Black 6.

Kingscote wrapped up the double chance with a tough 45-36 win at Western Districts during round 14 action in the Kangaroo Island Netball Association (KINA) on Saturday. In the other game of round 14, Dudley United easily accounted for bottom side Wisanger 65-38 at Penneshaw. Parndana had the bye.Ladder (after round 14)Parndana 22, Kingscote 14, Dudley United 11, Western Districts 9, Wisanger 0.Round 15 fixtures (Saturday 13 August)Wisanger v ParndanaKingscote v Dudley UnitedWestern Districts have the bye

Flagstaff Hill wrapped up the double chance with a comprehensive 84-point win over Christies Beach during round 14 action in the Southern Football League Women’s ‘A’ grade competition today. ‘Flaggies’ led throughout to win 13.6 (84) to 0.0 (0). Carli Morton starred up forward for the Falcons with six goals, while their best players were Czenya Cavouras, Chloe Meyers, Rachel Crockart, Alana Baker and Tamsyn Morriss. The Saints were best served by Melanie Koster, Jordan Bousfield and Brina Thompson-Fitzgerald. Reynella continued their undefeated season with a 96-point win at Aldinga. The Wine Flies led by 52 points at halftime, before kicking a further six goals to none in the second half to win 14.12 (96) to 0.0 (0). Casie Coombe (4), Emily Woods (4) and Allana Nimmo-Lyne (3) were the leading goalkickers for Reynella. Best players for the minor premier were Catherine Quinn, Zannah Loxton, Caitlin Walter, Woods and Grace Doran. The Sharks were best served by Kyla Hamdorf, Kimberly Robinson and Eilish O’Hanlon.Port Noarlunga won their ninth game of the season with a tough 15-point win against Cove at ‘Porties’. The final scores were Port Noarlunga 4.0 (24) to 1.3 (9). Tyla Pyman was a standout for the Cockle Divers with four goals to be named best on ground. She was well supported by Shakira Dolman, Brittany Pratt, Madison Harris and Bree Chapman. Best for the Cobras were Jemima Buss, Charlie Swalue, Jasmine Dietrich, Dana O’Brien and Tamara Harrison.Hackham had the bye.Ladder (after round 14)Reynella 26, Flagstaff Hill 22, Port Noarlunga 18, Christies Beach 10, Aldinga 6, Cove 6, Hackham 0.Round 15 fixtures (Sunday 14 August)Cove v Hackham Port Noarlunga v Christies BeachFlagstaff Hill v ReynellaAldinga has the bye

Strathalbyn kept their finals hopes alive after defeating Mount Compass by 15 points win during round 16 action in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) yesterday. ‘Strath’ needed to dig deep in the final term as they trailed by six points at the last change. With their season on the line, the Roosters kicked four goals to one in the last quarter to win 13.6 (84) to 10.9 (69). Riley Clamp kicked five goals for the Roosters, while Tom Pinyon also kicked five majors for Mount Compass. Best players for Strathalbyn were Jacob Wright, Clamp, Ben Simounds, Marc Elliott and Austin McFarlane. Pinyon, Adam Hunter, Ziggy Vitkunas, Klaus Simons and Tom Vitkunas were best for the Bulldogs. McLaren Eagles remained undefeated after winning by 14 points at Victor Harbor. The Eagles led at every change to win 13.9 (87) to 11.7 (73). James Grimley kicked five goals for McLaren, while Jackson Elmes also kicked five goals for Victor Harbor. Best players for the Eagles were Joel Vandeleur, Codey Ellison, Lachlan Mathews, Kaine Hopkins and Leon Groves. Elmes, Zac Dowling, Ben Yeomans, Jack Lang and Heath Treloar were among the best players for the ‘Roos.Willunga wrapped up the double chance with a comfortable 42-point win against fellow finals aspirant Encounter Bay. The Demons won 16.6 (102) to 8.12 (60). Willunga had 11 different goalkickers with Daniel Bass leading the way with three majors. Ben Davis was a standout for the Bays with six of his team’s eight goals. Best players for Willunga included Cam Hutchens, Sam Tregenza, Darcy Scott, Danny Juckers and Craig Nelson. Ben Davis was named best for Encounter Bay and he was well supported by Marcus Lippett, Fraser Tonkin, Lachlan Williams and Aaron Gould. Myponga/Sellicks also secured the double chance with a huge 138-point win against Goolwa/Port Elliot at Goolwa. The Mudlarks led by 41 points at quarter time, 74 points at halftime, and 105 points at the last change, before winning 25.12 (162) to 3.6 (24). Ben Kennedy had an absolute day out for the 'Muddies' with 16 goals in a best-on-ground display. Jake Spinks (4), Thomas Carroll (3) and Ryan Kelly (2) were the other goalkickers for the Mudlarks. Trent Griffen kicked two goals for the Magpies. Joining Ben Kennedy in the best for the Mudlarks were Sam Kennedy, Spinks, Kelly and Levi Proude. Best for the Magpies included Dene McKinlay, Fred Nissen and Leo Harrison.Langhorne Creek are still in the finals race after a percentage-boosting 154-point win against Yankalilla. The Hawks led by 78 points at the last change, before kicking 12 goals to none in the last term to win 27.18 (180) to 3.8 (26). Hawks skipper Matt Dominish kicked six goals in a best-on-ground display and he was well supported by Coby Helyar (5), Caleb Howell (5) and Jake Dominish (4). Darcy Clifford and Mitch Cleggett were other good players for the Hawks. Best players for the Tigers included Angus Weir, Jack Fitzgerald and Sam Crawford.Ladder after Round 16McLaren 32, Willunga 24, Myponga/Sellicks 22, Encounter Bay 18, Victor Harbor 18, Langhorne Creek 16, Strathalbyn 16, Mount Compass 10, Yankalilla 4, Goolwa/Port Elliot 0.Round 17 Fixtures (Saturday 13 August)McLaren v Mount CompassLanghorne Creek v WillungaMyponga/Sellicks v Victor HarborYankalilla v StrathalbynEncounter Bay v Goolwa/Port Elliot

Christies Beach kept their finals hopes alive with an upset 28-point win at Morphett Vale during round 15 action of the Southern Football League (SFL) on Saturday. ‘Christies’ got out of the blocks quickly to lead by 30 points at quarter time. They extended their lead to 36 points at halftime, and then 37 points at the last change, before winning 15.9 (99) to 9.17 (71). Captain Nathan Stock kicked four goals for the Saints, while Jacob Crate and Blake Carter kicked three goals each. Anthony Biemans and Khori Mills-Richardson kicked two goals each for the Emus. Best players for Christies Beach included Michael Mazey, Jacob Crate, Josiah Sheppard, Stock and Jonty Murphy. Morphett Vale were best served by Biemans, Connor Lock, Liam Corrie, Scott Carpenter and Braydan Hartwig.Reynella all but wrapped up the minor premiership following their comfortable 47-point win against Cove. A tight first quarter saw the Wine Flies leading by just four points at quarter time, but it was the second and third quarters where Reynella did all the damage. They kicked 11 goals to four to take an unassailable 52-point lead into the final term. The Cobras narrowly won the last quarter, but Reynella eventually won 17.12 (114) to 10.7 (67). Bradley Potter kicked six goals in a best-on-ground performance for Reynella and he was well supported by Bailey Marshman with four goals and Angus Rowntree who kicked three. Harrison Riddle and Alex Marra kicked two goals each for the Cobras. Joining Potter in the best players for Reynella were Dylan Roser, Josh Frisby, Marshman and Sam Whitbread. The Cobras best players were Jayden Morton, Oliver Moore, James Farrugia, Lincoln Holder and Marra.Flagstaff Hill consolidated their spot in the top-three with a crushing 116-point win against Aldinga. The Falcons led by 21 points at quarter time, 43 points at halftime, and 66 points at the last change, before kicking nine goals to zero in the last quarter to win 24.14 (158) to 6.6 (42). ‘Flaggies’ had 11 different goalkickers with Blake Aldridge (4), Samuel Smith (3), Ryan Mountford (3) and Mitchell Johnson (3) leading the way. Brady O’Hanlon kicked three goals for Aldinga and Cameron Jarrett slotted two majors. Huw Channing, Brad Kirk, Brad Patterson, Ben Burbridge and Ethan Wildman were named in the best players for Flagstaff Hill. Angus Stangewitz, Bailey Pilmore and Luke Watson were among the best players for the Sharks.Happy Valley consolidated their spot in the top-five with a percentage-boosting 139-point victory against Port Noarlunga. The Vikings led by 67 points at halftime and kicked a further 14 goals to three in the second half to win 26.19 (175) to 5.6 (36). Ben Geytenbeek had a day out for Happy Valley with 10 goals, while Clint Calyun kicked three majors for the Cockle Divers. Tate Coleman, Joel Beeche, Geytenbeek, Justin Schurgott and Joshua Dwyer Sterzl were named best for Happy Valley. Best for Port Noarlunga included Calyun, Josh Johns and Kaleb Hesse.Noarlunga had the bye.Ladder after Round 15Reynella 24, Noarlunga 18, Flagstaff Hill 18, Happy Valley 16, Morphett Vale 14, Cove 12, Christies Beach 12, Aldinga 6, Port Noarlunga 0.Round 16 (Saturday 6 August)Cove v Morphett ValeAldinga v NoarlungaFlagstaff Hill v Happy ValleyPort Noarlunga v Christies BeachReynella has the bye