Morphett Vale have moved up to third position on the Southern Football League (SFL) ladder after a 19-point win against Reynella in round four action on Sunday at Morphett Vale. Reynella started well to jump out to a handy 17-point lead at quarter time. The next two quarters were tight with the home side reducing the margin slightly but the Wine Flies still led at the final change by 14 points. The Emus came out full of fire in the final term and urged on by their home crowd, they turned the game around with a 5.5 to 0.2 quarter to win 12.17 (89) to 10.10 (70). Jack Glazbrook kicked three goals for the winners while Bailey Marshman also kicked three for Reynella. 2019 runner-up Noarlunga moved into the top four with a convincing 38-point victory at home against Happy Valley. The Shoes started strongly to take a 24-point lead at quarter time and they extended the margin out to 33 points at the long break. An even third quarter saw the home side turn for home with a handy 31-point lead. Noarlunga had given up big leads at three quarter time in the opening two rounds but this time they would not be denied as they ran out winners 13.5 (83) to 6.9 (45). Troy Johnson led the way up forward for the Shoes with four goals while Sam Carlyle was named best on ground. Rhys Barrett and Ben Ryan each kicked two goals for Happy Valley with Dwayne Ruddock named the Vikings best player.Christies Beach put up a cricket score as they thrashed Cove by 128 points at Cove on Saturday. The win pushed the Saints up to second on the ladder with a healthy percentage boost. Christies led by 39 points at quarter time, 64 at halftime, 96 points at three quarter time before a 10 goal to five final term saw the final score blow out to 28.20 (188) to 8.12 (60). After a consistent start to the season with four goals in each of the first three games, Daniel Nobes exploded with 14 majors to give him 26 after just four rounds. For the second week in a row Jacob Crate was named best for the Saints. Jay Butler-Chaseling kicked three goals for Cove while Scott Grieve was named best for the Cobras.Flagstaff Hill has firmed as a hot favourite to win a fifth consecutive premiership after notching their fourth straight victory to open their 2020 campaign, this time by 94 points against Port Noarlunga. The game was effectively over at quarter time after a blistering 10-goal burst in the first term by the Falcons saw them lead by 62 points at the first break. Port Noarlunga were more competitive after quarter time but eventually went down 23.16 (154) to 9.6 (60). Flaggies had plenty of avenues to goal with 10 different goal kickers including Daniel Butcher (6), Nick Bailey (5) and Ryan Mountford (3). Ian Milera played a lone hand for the Cockle Divers with six majors. Sadly the game was marred by Flagstaff Hill Football Club supporters allegedly directing racist insults at Indigenous players from Port Noarlunga, including Milera. The incident was brought to light when Milera posted on social media after the game saying it was "one of the worst days" he had experienced in his football career. The incident is currently under investigation.Ladder (after round 4)Flagstaff Hill 8, Christies Beach 6, Morphett Vale 6, Noarlunga 4, Port Noarlunga 4, Happy Valley 2, Reynella 2, Cove 0.Round 5 fixtures (Home team named first)Christies Beach v Happy ValleyFlagstaff Hill v Morphett ValePort Noarlunga v CoveReynella v Noarlunga

Kangarilla have tasted victory over Kersbrook for the first time in 12 years on a day of upsets in the Hills Football League (HFL) Country Division. In a high scoring match at Kersbrook, Kangarilla held on to win by just four points, 15.10 (100) to 13.18 (96). Kangarilla started fast to hold a very handy 31-point lead at the first change. Kersbrook hit back hard in the second term to cut the margin to just four points at the long break. It was a see-sawing third term which saw both teams kick four goals each as Kangies turned for home with a slender two-point margin. Kersbrook would rue their kicking for goal in the last quarter as they added 3.6 to Kangies 4.2 as the visitors won by just four points in one of the games of the season. Thomas Hall kicked five goals for Kangarilla (17 for the season) and Jamie Grosser slotted three. Jacob Pitman and Brad Inglis each kicked three goals for the Brookers.Ironbank-Cherry Gardens continued on their merry way in 2020 with a convincing 69-point home win over Bridgewater-Callington. The Thunderers are undefeated after five rounds and are firm premiership favourites. Ironbank-Cherry Gardens were never threatened as they turned a 41-point halftime lead into a 19.20 (134) to 9.11 (65) victory. The Jeremy Johcock/Josh Vandermeer show continued with Johncock kicking seven goals in a best on ground performance while Vandermeer kicked six majors. Ben O’Donnell kicked four goals for the Raiders.Birdwood pulled off a huge upset 31-point win over reigning premier Gumeracha at Birdwood Oval on Saturday. The Roosters set up the win with a dominant first quarter which saw them kick five goals to zero and lead by 29 points at the first change. Gumeracha responded well in the second quarter to close the margin to just seven points at halftime and it was game on. Birdwood played an excellent second half kicking seven goals to four to take the victory 13.11 (89) to 8.10 (58). Christian Elliott starred for Birdwood with five goals in a best on ground performance. Steven Pollock kicked three goals for the Magpies while Ben Hanna was named best for Gumeracha.Meadows moved up to fourth spot on the ladder with their second win of the season after a convincing, albeit inaccurate, 15.22 (112) to 1.1 (7) victory at home against bottom side Torrens Valley. Meadows shared the goals around with nine different goal kickers including Max Buckley with four in a best on ground performance. Daniel Rainsford kicked the Lions only goal for the match in the first quarter while Robbie Young was named their best player.Macclesfield had the bye.Ladder after Round 5Ironbank-Cherry Gardens 10, Gumeracha 6, Kangarilla 6, Meadows 4, Birdwood 4, Kersbrook 4, Bridgewater-Callington 4, Macclesfield 2, Torrens Valley 0.Round 6 fixtures (Home team named first)Bridgewater-Callington v KersbrookTorrens Valley v BirdwoodMacclesfield v GumerachaMeadows v Ironbank-Cherry GardensKangarilla has the bye

McLaren Eagles remained undefeated after five rounds of the Great Southern Football League Women’s (GSFLW) competition after a tough 21-point win against fellow finals aspirant Willunga. The Eagles dominated the first half to open up a commanding 31-point lead at the long break. Willunga never gave up and kept McLaren goalless in the second half and kicked two majors of their own to see the scores finish at McLaren 7.4 (46) to Willunga 4.1 (25). Sally Fuller continued her good recent form to kick three goals (seven in the past two games) and Kelli Nijhuis was the other multiple goalkicker for the Eagles with two. Nijhuis, Fuller and Layla Rogers were best for McLaren. Colbie Frankland kicked two goals for Willunga while Bridie Nye, Kayla Catford and Ella Radbone were the Demons best players.Reigning premier Strathalbyn moved up to second with a convincing 91-point win over Yankalilla. After a tight opening quarter saw the Roosters lead by 15 points. They pulled away to kick 12 goals to zero after the first break to win 14.8 (92) to 0.1 (1). Indigo Miller kicked five goals for Strathalbyn in a best on ground performance. Other multiple goalkickers for Strathalbyn were Emily Cozamanis (3), Lisa-Jane Millard (2) and Tessa Grant (2). Joining Miller in the best players for the Roosters were Emogen Johnson, Katie Ehlers, Jaymie Hammond and Morgan Tucker. Yankalilla were best served by Natasha Hunt, Kimberley Rowe, Tegan Cross, Daisy Baxter and Kelly Willsmore.Mount Compass moved up to third spot on the GSFLW ladder with a thumping 115-point win over Victor Harbor at Victor. Mount Compass flew out the gates to kick seven goals in the first term before eventually winning 17.13 (115) to 0.0 (0). Olivia Bendt kicked five goals while Demi Sharp kicked three. Linda Shute, Sharp, Taylah Eastwood, Emma Zimmermann and Tasja Batzavalis were named best for the Bulldogs.Goolwa/Port Elliot has kept their finals hopes alive with a 58-point win against Encounter Bay. Goolwa/Port Elliot led by 17 points at halftime before a powerful six goal to zero second half saw the Magpies win 9.10 (64) to 1.0 (6). Rachel Searle kicked three goals for the winners with Asha Bell and Catherine Griffen slotting two majors each. Renee Moon’s outstanding season continued as she was named best for the Magpies for the third time this season. She was joined in the best players by Bell, Michaela Hoppen, Searle and Caitlin Curyer. Sherrie Hurrell, Zoe De Kievit, Georgia Harrington, Achol Agany and Kate Sanders were best for the Bays.Ladder (after round 5)McLaren 10, Strathalbyn 8, Mt Compass 8, Willunga 6, Goolwa/Port Elliot 6, Encounter Bay 2, Victor Harbor 0, Yankalilla 0.Round 6 fixtures (Sunday 9/8/20) Victor Harbor v McLaren (Encounter Bay 10.10am)Willunga v Goolwa/Port Elliot (Mt Compass 10.10am)Encounter Bay v Yankalilla (Encounter Bay 1.40pm)Mt Compass v Strathalbyn (Mt Compass 1.40pm)

Christies Beach has moved to the top of the Southern Football League Women’s (SFLW) competition after four rounds. The Saints made the short trip south to take on Aldinga and dominated all day to win 8.20 (68) to 0.0 (0). The margin could’ve been far great but for some inaccurate kicking for goal by Christies, including a wasteful 2.7 in the third term. Paige Kiley kicked three goals in a best on ground performance for the visitors. She was well supported by Melanie Koster, Hannah Crump, Tamara Page and Kelly Armstrong. For Aldinga, Jaimi Griffen, Jean-Louise Papps, Alison Szalanski, Emma O’Shaughnessy and Jemma Looyestyn battled hard.Flagstaff Hill registered their first win of the 2020 season following a convincing 10.13 (73) to 0.0 (0) victory at Hackham. The Falcons were never troubled as they led by 24 points at quarter time, 49 points at halftime, 59 at the final change before winning by 73 points. Katherine Wise (3) and Rachel Crockart (2) were the multiple goal kickers for Flagstaff Hill while Alana Baker, Crockart, Chloe Myers, Carli Morton and Shay’Lee Dayman were named in the best players for the winners. For the second week in a row Alana Browne was named best for Hackham and she was ably supported by Chelsea Deeth, Chrysti Flevill, Samantha Smith and Emily Cooper.The closest match of the round was at Reynella where the home side defeated Morphett Vale by 30 points. The visitors started well to lead by 10 points at the first change but it could’ve been an even bigger lead but for some inaccurate kicking which saw the Emus kick 1.5 (11) to 0.1 (1). It was to prove costly as Reynella hit back in the second term to lead by three points at the long break. The second half was all Reynella as they kicked five goals to one to win 7.7 (49) to 2.7 (19). Sarah Bourn and Shanique West each kicked three goals for Reynella. Ella Besley was named best for the Wine Flies along with Kristy MacKenzie, Natasha Gordon, Bourn and Emma James. Katelyn Wilson continued her excellent season to be named best for the Emus and she was well supported by Hannah Armstrong, Alisha Lyall, Emma Morrison and Brooke O’Brien.Cove had the bye.Ladder (after round 4)Christies Beach 6, Reynella 6, Cove 6, Flagstaff Hill 2, Morphett Vale 2, Hackham 2, Aldinga 2Round 5 fixtures (home team named first)Flagstaff Hill v CoveMorphett Vale v HackhamChristies Beach v ReynellaAldinga has the bye

Kangarilla moved to third spot on the A1 ladder in the Southern Hills Netball Association (SHNA) with a hard-fought 26-19 win at Noarlunga. It was Kangarilla's third win of the season. In the other round six game, Clarendon won their second game of 2020 with a 31-22 home win over Aldinga. Ladder leader Pulse had the bye.In the A2 competition, Noarlunga had an upset 34-32 win against second-placed Croweaters to notch their second win of the season, Seaford Storm remained undefeated after a 37-27 triumph over Port Noarlunga while Clarendon moved up to third on the ladder following a good 38-25 victory over Aldinga.A1 Ladder (After Round 6)Pulse 12, Aldinga 8, Kangarilla 8, Clarendon 6, Noarlunga 2A2 Ladder (After Round 6)Seaford Storm 12, Croweaters 8, Clarendon 6, Noarlunga 4, Aldinga 4, Port Noarlunga 2Round 7 Fixtures (Home teams named first)A1 (2.00pm)Kangarilla v ClarendonNoarlunga v PulseAldinga has the byeA2 (3.30pm)Aldinga v Seaford StormNoarlunga v Port NoarlungaCroweaters v Clarendon

South Coast Hockey - Men ‘A’ GradeVictor (1) 6 (Goals: Rob Thompson 2, Kym Smith, Nick Baxter, Gavin Roberts, Tyler Williamson)Aldinga Blue 0 Victor (2) 6 (Goals: Rob Thompson 4, Tom Roberts, Cat Wellington)Goolwa 1 (Goals: Dawn Birkett)Aldinga Black 6 (Goals: Kai Waters 2, Jake Duggan 2, Alan Hibbird, Kent Creed)Yankalilla 0 South Coast Hockey - Women ‘A’ GradeYankalilla 7 (Goals: Kayla Cosma 2, Kris MacIntosh, Kate Irvine, Ashley Gibbons, Dawn Birkett, Danni Newton)Aldinga Black 2 (Goals: Courtney Deacon, Abby Rivett)Aldinga Blue 1 (Goals: Wendy Huntington)Victor 1 (Goals: Alicia King)Goolwa had the bye

Reigning premier Flagstaff Hill remain the only undefeated team after three rounds of the Southern Football League (SFL) following a comfortable 38-point win at Christies Beach. The Falcons led by 20 points at quarter time, 23 at halftime and 33 points at the final change before winning 12.17 (89) to 8.3 (51). Ryan Mountford kicked four goals for the Falcons in a best on ground performance. He was ably supported by Max Renfrey, Sam Tharaldsen, Andrew Shearer and Chris Buersch. Daniel Nobes kicked four goals for Christies Beach for the third consecutive week while Jacob Crate continued his excellent season to be named best player for the Saints.2019 runners-up Noarlunga are on the board with their first win of the campaign with a big 85-point win over Cove at Old Noarlunga. The visitors started well to lead by seven points at quarter time but from then on it was one-way traffic with the Shoes kicking 17 goals to three to win 19.12 (126) to 6.5 (41). Noarlunga had 11 different goal kickers with Vic Robertson the standout with five majors. Troy Johnson, Robertson and Jake Anderson were among the Shoes best players while Michael Galley, Scott Grieve and Scott Abbott were best for the Cobras.Reynella also notched their first win of the season with a 21-point win at Happy Valley. The first quarter was tight with the Wine Flies leading by just six points. Happy Valley turned the tables in the second term to take the lead by nine points at halftime. That was the end of the good news for the Vikings as they failed to kick another goal for the game as Reynella took over to win 9.8 (62) to 5.11 (41). Callan Semple was the standout forward kicking four goals for Reynella while James Hay kicked three goals for Happy Valley. Dylan Roser was named best player for the winners with help from Josh Frisby and Bailey Marshman. Lee Davis, Hay and Joel Beeche were named among Happy Valley’s best players.Port Noarlunga moved to second spot on the SFL ladder with a 38-point win at home over the previously undefeated Morphett Vale. The Cockle Divers set up their second win of the season with a dominant second quarter which saw them kick six goals to one to take a handy 39-point lead to halftime. The lead ballooned out to 62 points at three quarter time before Morphett Vale put some respectability back into the score by kicking four goals to none in the final term. The final scores were Port Noarlunga 15.9 (99) to Morphett Vale 9.7 (61). Ian Milera kicked seven goals for the Cockle Divers in a best on ground performance while Ashley Baxter kicked three. Nathan Bayly was the only multiple goalkicker for the Emus with two goals while Michael Smith continued his good start to the season as he was named Morphett Vale’s best player. Ladder (after round 3)Flagstaff Hill 6, Port Noarlunga 4, Christies Beach 4, Morphett Vale 4, Noarlunga 2, Happy Valley 2, Reynella 2, Cove 0.Round 4 fixtures (Home team named first)Noarlunga v Happy Valley (Aldinga Oval)Cove v Christies BeachFlagstaff Hill v Port NoarlungaMorphett Vale v Reynella (Sunday game)

Bridgewater-Callington moved up to third position on the Hills Football League (HFL) Country Division ladder with a nail-biting five-point win over Meadows at Bridgewater on Saturday. The Raiders led all day and when they kicked the first goal of the final quarter, the margin was out to 28 points with the game seemingly over. Amazingly Meadows fought back with five goals in just 13 minutes to hit the front before the Raiders' Alistair Fleming kicked his fifth goal of the game at the 23-minute mark of the last term to seal the 12.13 (85) to 12.8 (80) victory for the Raiders. It was a bitter pill to swallow for Meadows who are showing strong signs of improvement so far in 2020. Shaun Steele kicked three goals for the Raiders in a best on ground performance while Gerard Dutton kicked two goals and was named best for the Bulldogs.A powerful second half propelled Ironbank-Cherry Gardens to a fourth consecutive victory after a 52-point win against Kangarilla at Yaroona. The Thunderers led by 20 points at halftime and the game was well and truly on. The second half was all Ironbank though as they kicked 9.8 to 4.6 to win going away, 17.16 (118) to 9.12 (66). The ‘dynamic duo’ up forward were at it again for Ironbank-Cherry Gardens with Jeremy Johncock (7) and Josh Vandermeer (4) combining for 11 goals. The pair have now kicked 38 goals between them in the opening four games. Tom Hall played an excellent game up forward for Kangarilla as he bagged six majors. Matthew Raitt continued his good start to the season to be named best for the winners while Adrian Albanese was named best for Kangies.Perennial powerhouse Kersbrook won their second game in row to move inside the top four following a comfortable 44-point win at Macclesfield. After a tight opening term which saw the Brookers lead by just five points, a seven goal to four second quarter had the visitors in the box seat at the long break with a 24-point margin. 10 goals to seven in the second half saw the high scoring match end, Kersbrook 21.9 (135) to Macclesfield 14.7 (91). Kersbrook shared the goals around with Jonathon Ross (5), Peter Masika (4) and Tyler Westley (3) leading the way. Luke Andruszkiewicz kicked three goals for Maccy. Ryan Xanthopoulos, Luke Tomaselli, Jacob Pitman, Regan Moyne and Josh Laube were named as Kersbrook’s best. Thomas Neville, Carey McLeod, Andruszkiewicz, Riley Daykin and Brad Thompson were best for Macclesfield.Reigning premier Gumeracha remained undefeated with a crushing 164-point victory over bottom side Torrens Valley. The Magpies dominated all day to win 26.21 (177) to 2.1 (13). Scott Mumford kicked seven goals in a best on ground performance for Gumeracha. Mumford has kicked 14 goals from just three games so far this season. Joining him in the best players for the Magpies were Danny Leith (four goals), Brendon Moon, Daniel Wood and Jack Parker. Torrens Valley were best served by Ashley Fawcett, Tyson Reichstein, Robbie Young, Steven Cooper and Jono Voigt.Birdwood had the bye.Ladder after Round 4Ironbank-Cherry Gardens 8, Gumeracha 6, Bridgewater-Callington 4, Kersbrook 4, Kangarilla 4, Macclesfield 2, Meadows 2, Birdwood 2, Torrens Valley 0.Round 5 fixtures (Home team named first)Kersbrook v KangarillaBirdwood v GumerachaMeadows v Torrens ValleyIronbank-Cherry Gardens v Bridgewater-CallingtonMacclesfield has the bye

McLaren are the only undefeated side in the Great Southern Football League Women’s (GSFLW) competition after four rounds following their 34-point victory over Mount Compass on Sunday. McLaren were deadly accurate in front of goals kicking 9.0 (54) to Compass’ 3.2 (20). Sally Fuller kicked four goals for the Eagles in a best on ground performance. Kelly Nijhuis and Meg Bentley kicked two goals each as well for the winners. Fuller was joined in the best players for McLaren by Tessa Wesson, Katrina Munzberg, Tahlita Buethke and Ally Bailey. Demi Sharp, Stacey Dale, Linda Shute, Emma Galbraith and Taylah Eastwood were best for the Bulldogs.Willunga moved into second spot on the ladder with a huge 107-point victory over Yankalilla at Goolwa Oval. The Demons led by 32 points at quarter time, 43 points at halftime and 88 points at the last change before winning 18.9 (117) to 1.4 (10). Willunga shared the goals around with 10 different goal kickers including Cleo Guilfoyle, Colbie Frankland, Dakota Oniszk and Katrice Turner who all kicked three majors. Ella Radbone was named best for Willunga and she was well supported by Turner, Oniszk, Franklin and Caitlin Radbone. For Yankalilla, Leah Bailey continued her good season to be named best for the Tigers and she was joined by Laura Smith, Paquita Eatts, Melissa Biddle and Bonnie Willsmore in the best players.Encounter Bay are on the board with their first win of 2020 after a 74-point victory over Victor Harbor at McLaren Vale on Sunday. The Bays got off to a good start to lead by 21 points at quarter time before extending their lead out to 36 points at halftime. A five goal to zero second half saw Encounter Bay win 12.15 (87) to 2.1 (13). For the second week in a row Achol Agany was named best for the Bays with a starring role up forward kicking five goals. TJ Walkden and Tess Huxtable kicked three goals each and were also named in the Bay's best players. Jordan Minenko, Maya Overall and Jaimee Millard were among the best players for Victor.Reigning premier Strathalbyn moved up to third place on the GSFLW ladder with a tough eight-point win over Goolwa/Port Elliot at Goolwa Oval. The home side started well to lead by six points at the first break but the Roosters dominated the second quarter, kicking 4.2 to 0.0 to take a handy 20-point lead into halftime. The Magpies came back strongly in the third stanza to kick the only three goals of the term to only trail by two points at the final change. It was a tough slog in the last quarter with Strathalbyn kicking the only goal to win 6.3 (39) to 5.1 (31). Emily Cozamanis and Georgie Pater kicked two goals each for the Roosters while Kate Reynolds also kicked two goals for the Magpies. Emogen Johnson, Emma Chapman and Katie Ehlers were best for Strathalbyn with Asha Bell, Renee Moon and Melissa Ramsey in the best players for Goolwa/Port Elliot.Ladder (after round 4)McLaren 8, Willunga 6, Strathalbyn 6, Mt Compass 6, Goolwa/Port Elliot 4, Encounter Bay 2, Victor Harbor 0, Yankalilla 0.Round 5 fixtures (Sunday 2/8/20) Yankalilla v Strathalbyn (Victor Harbor 10.10am)Encounter Bay v Goolwa/Port Elliot (Willunga 10.10am)Victor Harbor v Mt Compass (Victor Harbor 1.40pm)Willunga v McLaren (Willunga 1.40pm)

Cove and Reynella had the honour of playing on Friday night at Cove to open round three of the Southern Football League Women’s (SFLW) competition. Unfortunately the game was abandoned in the third quarter due to a serious injury to a Reynella player. At that stage the Cobras let 1.3 (9) to 0.4 (4) and therefore Cove were awarded the match to remain undefeated and top of the SFLW ladder. Felicity Oliver was the sole goal kicker for the match whie the best players for Cove were Jaime Norup, Lara Ward, Lisa Hurcombe, Alana Tuohy-Lashmar and Tamara Zerna. Anja Bancevic, Sarah Bourn, Rebecca Denyer, Vanessa Graham and Zannah Loxton were named in the best players for Reynella.Aldinga won their first game for the 2020 season in a tight and low scoring affair against Hackham at Aldinga Oval. The Sharks won by four points, 1.5 (11) to 1.1 (7). There were no goals scored in the first half with Aldinga’s goal coming in the third term courtesy of Jean-Louise Papps and Hackham kicking the only goal of the last term through Courtnie Noble. For the third game in a row, Jaimi Griffen was named best player for Aldinga and she was ably supported by Papps, Alison Szalanski, Kiara Lovett and Molly Flanagan-Sjoberg. Alana Browne, Chelsea Deeth, Noble, Samatha Smith and Rachel Cole were named in the best players for a plucky Hackham side.Christies Beach moved up to third position after winning their second game of the season with a 17-point win at home against Morphett Vale. The visitors started well to lead by four points at quarter time before Christies hit back with the only goal of the second term to take a two point lead into halftime. The third quarter proved decisive as the Saints kicked two goals to zero for the term to turn for home with a handy 14 point buffer before finally winning 4.7 (31) to 2.2 (14). The Saints Melanie Koster was best on ground for the second time this season and she was well supported by Paige Kiley, Pamela May, Candice De Laine and Kelly Armstrong. Emma Morrison, Katelyn Wilson, Hannah Armstrong, Renee Harrison and Ashleigh Carr were amongst the best players for the Emus.Flagstaff Hill had the bye.Ladder (after round 3)Cove 6, Reynella 4, Christies Beach 4, Morphett Vale 2, Hackham 2, Aldinga 2, Flagstaff Hill 0.Round 4 fixtures (home team named first)Aldinga v Christies BeachHackham v Flagstaff HillReynella v Morphett ValeCove has the bye

Pulse remained undefeated following a seven-goal win, 35-28, at Clarendon in round five action of the Southern Hills Netball Association (SHNA) A1 grade on Saturday. The grand final rematch was a tight affair with Pulse reversing the result from last year's decider. Aldinga moved a game clear in second spot on the ladder after a hard-fought 39-32 win at Kangarilla. Aldinga led by two goals at halftime but they slowly got on top to lead by five goals at the final change before outscoring Kangarilla 10-8 in the last quarter to seal victory by seven goals. Noarlunga had the bye.In A2 competition, Seaford Storm remain as the only undefeated side following a tight 40-37 win over a brave Noarlunga outfit. In other games, Croweaters had a convincing 32-15 win against Aldinga and Clarendon beat Port Noarlunga 41-25.A1 Ladder (After Round 5)Pulse 10, Aldinga 8, Kangarilla 6, Clarendon 4, Noarlunga 2A2 Ladder (After Round 5)Seaford Storm 10, Croweaters 8, Clarendon 4, Aldinga 4, Noarlunga 2, Port Noarlunga 2Round 6 Fixtures (Home teams named first)A1 (2.00pm)Clarendon v AldingaNoarlunga v KangarillaPulse has the byeA2 (3.30pm)Clarendon v AldingaNoarlunga v CroweatersSeaford Storm v Port Noarlunga

South Coast Hockey - Men ‘A’ GradeAldinga Blue 7 (Bruce Pitcher 2, Mark Russell, Brad Fryer, Daniel Martin, Jake Thyssen)Aldinga Black 3 (Kai Waters 2, Mitchell Hibbird)Yankalilla 1 (Goals: Derek Raymond)Goolwa 0 Victor (1) 1 (Goals: Nathan Kleinig)Victor (2) 0 South Coast Hockey - Women ‘A’ GradeAldinga Black 3 (Goals: Cathy Heaver 2, Emma Coghill)Aldinga Blue 0 Goolwa 3 (Goals: Sal Newenham 2, Danica Daymon)Victor Harbor 0 Yankalilla had the bye

Willunga won their second game in a row during round three action of the Great Southern Netball Association (GSNA) season with a comprehensive 57-28 victory at Myponga. It was Myponga’s first game of the season so they’ll be better for the run when they face Langhorne Creek next week. After losing to Victor Harbor in the first round, Willunga have had two convincing wins to sit in second place on the GSNA ladder.Victor Harbor sits on top of the ladder after they had a big 65-21 win at Langhorne Creek. The multiple reigning premier is looking good for the flag again with both their wins this season being by more than 40 goals.Ladder (after round 3)Victor Harbor 4, Willunga 4, Myponga 0, Langhorne Creek 0Round 4 fixtures (Home team named first)Langhorne Creek v MypongaWillunga and Victor Harbor have the bye

Reigning premier Langhorne Creek has flexed its considerable muscle to thrash Strathalbyn by 113 points and move to the top of the ladder in round three action of the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) on Saturday at Langhorne Creek. After a tight opening quarter saw the home side lead by just eight points, the Hawks exploded in the second quarter kicking 11 goals to one to take an unassailable 68-point lead into halftime. A further 11 goals to four in the second half saw the final score of 27.15 (177) to 9.10 (64). Langhorne Creek had 11 different goalkickers with playing-coach James Sellar kicking six and Lachie McGregor slotting five majors. Ben Simounds was the standout forward for the Roosters kicking five goals. Dave Warren continued his excellent season with a best on ground performance and he was well supported by Sellar, Curtis Perrey, Caleb Howell and Jarrod Kellock. For Strathalbyn, Daniel Peglar, Zac Edwards, Mark Tucker, Simounds and Richard O’Grady were named as best players.McLaren remain undefeated after a thrilling four-point victory at Willunga. Five points was the largest margin at any break when McLaren were in front at quarter time. The game ebbed and flowed as Willunga turned for home with a slender four-point lead. McLaren kicked 3.3 to 2.1 in the final term to win 12.12 (84) to 12.8 (80). Max Wakefield and James Grimley kicked three goals each for the Eagles while Danie Lee was a constant threat up forward for the Demons with five majors. Ashley Goodieson, Brett Ellis, Kiefver Zohar (in his 200th game), Brendan Gill and Kaine Hopkins were named best for the Eagles. Marcus Burdett, Lee, Braden Altus, Reid Colwell and Brett Miegel were best for Willunga.Playing-coach Lindsay Thomas has helped fire Yankalilla to their second win of the season with an 83-point win over Goolwa/Port Elliot at Yankalilla. The former Kangaroos and Power player kicked nine goals as the Tigers won 18.10 (118) to 5.5 (35). After a tight opening quarter saw Yankalilla lead by 10 points, it was all Tigers from then on as they kicked 15 goals to three for the rest of the game. Xavier Gotch, Jack Fitzgerald, Joel Kay, Thomas and Chris Clark were named best for Yankalilla. Daniel Fry kicked two goals for the Magpies and was named as their best player along with playing-coach Todd Miles, Caleb Pope, Rhett Perry and Mckale O’Flaherty.Mount Compass notched their first win of 2020 with a 36-point win at home over Myponga-Sellicks. It was a tight game for the first three quarters as the home side led by just 12 points at the last change. The Bulldogs came out full of running in the final quarter to kick five goals to one and win 14.9 (93) to 8.9 (57). Braden Ritter kicked four goals for the winners while Sam Kennedy continued his good start to 2020 with three goals. Tim Green, Joss Davis and Peter Hoban were named amongst the Bulldogs best players. Dylan Lang was named best for the Mudlarks with help from Sam Kennedy and Brett Baillie.Encounter Bay also had their first win of 2020 defeating bottom side Victor Harbor at home by 48 points. The Bays led by 19 points at quarter time, 35 points at halftime and 43 points at the last change before kicking four goals to three in the last quarter to win 13.14 (92) to 6.8 (44). Elijah Horrocks (4), Gary Karpany (4) and Tyson Neale (3) were the multiple goalkickers for Encounter Bay. Tyler Baldock was named best player for the Bays and he was well supported by Neale, Tom Bonnes, Karpany and Horrocks. Zac Dowling, Billy Wade and Dylan Kleinig were best for the Roos.Ladder after Round 3Langhorne Creek 6, McLaren 6, Yankalilla 4, Willunga 4, Strathalbyn 4, Encounter Bay 3, Mount Compass 3, Myponga-Sellicks 0, Goolwa/Port Elliot 0, Victor Harbor 0.Round 4 fixtures (Home team named first)Goolwa/Port Elliot v Langhorne CreekMcLaren v YankalillaMyponga-Sellicks v Encounter BayStrathalbyn v WillungaVictor Harbor v Mount Compass

Strathalbyn won a thrilling contest at home against Yankalilla in round two action of the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) on Saturday. Strathalbyn led by 32 points at three quarter time before a late run from the Tigers in the last quarter, where they kicked 5.2 to 0.1, saw Strathalbyn cling on to a one-point victory. The final scores were Strathalbyn 13.7 (85) to Yankalilla 12.12 (84). The Roosters had eight different goalkickers with gun recruit Brodie Martin kicking three. Jed Durdin was a star up forward for the Tigers kicking five majors. Zac Edwards, Martin and Liam Stirling were best for the winners while for Yankalilla, Nick Liddle, Chris Clark and Xavier Gotch were named among their best players. Strathalbyn remain as one of four undefeated teams after the opening two rounds. Yankalilla sits in fifth place with a 1-1 record.Mount Compass have fought back to claim an exciting draw in their match against Encounter Bay. The Bays led by 13 points at the last change in a low scoring encounter on a blustery afternoon at Mount Compass but the home side would not be denied as they kicked the only two goals of the final term to leave the scores locked at the final siren. The final scores were Mount Compass 6.10 (46) to Encounter Bay 7.4 (46). Nick Marshall was the leading forward on the ground as he snagged three goals for the Bays while Ziggy Vitkunas kicked two for the Bulldogs. Tyson Neale was best for Encounter Bay and he was supported by Cory Gamble, Hamish Tonkin, Braedon Renshaw and Nick Marshall. For Compass Peter Hoban, Sam Haniford, Adam Hunter, Braden Ritter and Brandon McKenzie were their best players.McLaren remain on top of the GSFL ladder after a tough 16-point win at Myponga against Myponga-Sellicks. It was a tight affair all day and at the last change, the home side had a five-point lead. McLaren upped the ante in the final term to hold the Mudlarks scoreless while kicking three goals themselves to win 8.9 (57) to 6.5 (41). Brendan Gill for McLaren and Sam Kennedy for Myponga-Sellicks were the only multiple goalkickers for the day with three goals each. Stuart Green, Alex Boyle and Sam Bentley were best for the Eagles while Brett Baillie, Tyler Harman and Kennedy battled hard for a brave Mudlarks outfit.Reigning premier Langhorne Creek had a percentage-boosting win over Victor Harbor to the tune of 140 points at Victor. It’s been a very difficult start to 2020 for the Roos with two 100+ point losses to start the shortened season. On Saturday Langhorne Creek led by 33 points at quarter time, 61 points at halftime, 84 points at three quarter time before a 10 goal to one final term saw the final scores as Langhorne Creek 28.15 (183) to Victor Harbor 7.1 (43). The Hawks shared the goals around with 12 different goalkickers with Mitch Cleggett kicking eight in a best on ground performance. Coby Helyar (5), Jarrod Kellock (3), David Warren (2), Matt Tonkin (2) and Nick Sproull (2) were the other multiple goalkickers. Sam Basham was a standout for the Roos kicking four goals.2019 runner-up Willunga moved up to third spot on the GSFL ladder following a convincing 54-point victory over Goolwa/Port Elliot at Willunga. The Demons were never threatened in winning 13.18 (96) to 6.6 (42). Willunga shared the goals around with Todd Martin, Billy Cook, Jake Standfield and Sean Beath all kicking two goals. Magpies playing coach Todd Miles also kicked two goals. Cam Hutchens, Lachlan Scott and Marcus Burdett were among the best players for the winners while for Goolwa/Port Elliot, Daniel Fry continued his good start to the season to be named the Magpies best along with James Fry and Brock Godwin-Knott.Ladder after Round 2McLaren 4, Langhorne Creek 4, Willunga 4, Strathalbyn 4, Yankalilla 2, Encounter Bay 1, Mount Compass 1, Myponga-Sellicks 0, Goolwa/Port Elliot 0, Victor Harbor 0.Round 3 fixtures (home team named first)Encounter Bay v Victor HarborLanghorne Creek v StrathalbynMount Compass v Myponga-SellicksWillunga v McLarenYankalilla v Goolwa/Port Elliot

McLaren Eagles have moved to the top of the Great Southern Football League Womens (GSFLW) ladder after a 71-point win against Yankalilla. The final scores were 9.18 (72) to 0.1 (1). Layla Rogers was named best for the Eagles and Brittnie Wyld kicked three goals.Tessa Wesson, Katrina Munzberg, Alexandra Bentley and Tiffany Copley were other good players for McLaren while for Yankalilla, Laura Smith, Jade Parker and Leah Bailey tried hard all day.Mount Compass joined McLaren as the other undefeated side after three rounds with an 18-point victory over previous top-of-the-ladder side Goolwa/Port Elliot. Mount Compass led by 11 points at halftime and kept the Magpies scoreless after the long break to win 3.2 (20) to 0.2 (2). Linda Shute continued her good season for the Bulldogs with her second best player nomination for 2020 and she was ably supported by Amy Taylor, Mykala Walker-Murphy, Caroline Scott and Demi Sharp. Renee Moon is having an excellent season for the Magpies and she was named best player for the second time this season. Michaela Hoppen, Megan Hoad, Asha Bell and Alexie McLellan were also good contributors for Goolwa/Port Elliot.Willunga had their second big win in a row, this time by 128 points over Victor Harbor, 19.14 (128) to 0.0 (0). Willunga shared the scoring around with 10 different goalkickers including Kimberly Robinson and Dakota Oniszk who slotted four majors each. Oniszk was named best on ground for the Demons with support from Neve Frankland, Colbie Frankland, Robinson, Lucy Wallis and Carli Perryman.Reigning premier Strathalbyn got themselves back in the winners circle following a 34-point victory over McLaren. The Roosters were keen to bounce back after losing to McLaren last week and after only leading by a point at quarter time, kicked three goals in the second term to lead by 21 points at halftime. After competing well in the first quarter, Encounter Bay failed to score for the final three quarters as the Roosters won 5.5 (35) to 0.1 (1). Emily Cozamanis was the best forward on the ground as she kicked three goals to take her season tally to eight after three games. Georgie Pater was adjudged best for Strathalbyn in her first game for the season with Tessa Grant, Katie Ehlers and Annabel Thomas also playing well. Achol Agany was best for the Bays along with Miette - Magali Allain and Kate Sanders.Ladder (after round 3)McLaren 6, Mt Compass 6, Willunga 4, Goolwa/Port Elliot 4, Strathalbyn 4, Yankalilla 0, Victor Harbor 0, Encounter Bay 0.Round 4 fixtures (Sunday 26/7/20) Willunga v Yankalilla (Goolwa 10.10am)Victor Harbor v Encounter Bay (McLaren Vale 10.10am)Goolwa/Port Elliot v Strathalbyn (Goolwa 1.40pm)McLaren v Mt Compass(McLaren Vale 1.40pm)

Ironbank-Cherry Gardens has moved a game clear at the top of the Hills Football League (HFL) Country Division ladder after their round three victory at home over Macclesfield. The opening quarter was a high scoring affair with the Thunderers taking a seven-point lead into the first change, 5.3 (33) to 4.2 (26). By halftime the home side had increased their lead slightly out to 12 points and Maccy were right in the game. Ironbank-Cherry Gardens came out firing after the long break and totally dominated, kicking 15 goals to four in the second half to win by 82 points, 22.15 (147) to 9.11 (65). The Thunderers had 10 different goalkickers with Jeremy Johncock (6) and Josh Vandermeer (5) leading the way. These two have combined for 27 goals already and are a big reason the Thunderers are one of the favourites for the flag. Todd Pfeiffer was named best on ground for the second time in 2020 and he was ably supported by Johncock, Will Muirden, Joel Van Paridon and Tom Watton. Denis Iljcesen kicked three goals for Macclesfield with Brad Thompson, Isaac Lallard and Brad Noske amongst the best players for the Blood and Tars.Kangarilla moved up to third spot on the ladder with a good 26-point win at local rivals Meadows. Kangarilla led by just 10 points at the last change but ran away with the game in the last term, kicking six goals to three, to win 16.16 (112) to 12.14 (86). Kangies shared the goals around with 10 different goalkickers. Jack Unger, Jamie Grosser and Thomas Hall all kicked three for the winners. Jacob Comley also kicked three goals for Meadows. Josh Albanese, Thomas Hall, Gabriel Bayliss, Adrian Albanese and Brendan Hillier were Kangarilla’s best while for Meadows Luke Smart, Comely and Andrew Coombe were their best.Bridgewater-Callington won their first game of 2020 after a convincing 78-point win against Torrens Valley at Mount Torrens. Only poor kicking for goal by the Raiders kept the margin under 100 points as the final score was 12.18 (90) to 2.0 (12). Colonel Light Gardens recruit Alistair Fleming continued his good form with four majors which gives him 11 for the season so far. Jackson Hooper, Ben O’Donnell, Liam Healey, Will Fearnhead and Alfie Wenk were best for the Raiders. Dylan Rowe, Ashley Fawcett and Brandon Bormann battled hard for Torrens Valley.Kersbrook have also won their first game of the season following their 29-point win against arch-rival Birdwood. The Brookers took to their home deck determined to get on the board for 2020 and they started well to lead by 12 points at the first break. The next two quarters were very even with Kersbrook turning for home with a 14-point lead before a four-goal to one final quarter saw the home side home 11.7 (73) to 5.12 (42). Jonathan Ross led the way for the home side with six goals while Josh Sykes was the only multiple goalkicker for the Roosters with two goals. Josh Laube, Tom Underwood, Henry Lawrie, Ryan Xanthopoulos and Dylan Bingos were the best players for the Brookers. Fraser Gehrich, Jack Ince and Justin Sheedy were amongst the best for the Roosters.Gumeracha had the bye.Ladder after Round 3Ironbank-Cherry Gardens 6, Gumeracha 4, Kangarilla 4, Macclesfield 2, Bridgewater-Callington 2, Meadows 2, Birdwood 2, Kersbrook 2, Torrens Valley 0.Round 4 fixtures (Home team named first)Bridgewater-Callington v MeadowsKangarilla v Ironbank-Cherry GardensMacclesfield v KersbrookGumeracha v Torrens ValleyBirdwood has the bye

Reynella are top of the ladder after round two of the Southern Football League Women’s competition (SFLW) following a 25-point away win over Flagstaff Hill on Sunday. Reynella dominated the first half to lead by 19 points at halftime but Flagstaff Hill hit back in the third term to keep the visitors scoreless and close the margin to just 11 points at three quarter time. The Wine Flies steadied in the last term to kick the only two goals of the quarter and win 5.6 (36) to 1.5 (11). Nikki Curnow kicked two goals for the winners with Reynella’s best players being Brina Thompson, Zannah Loxton, Shawna Bradshaw, Curnow and Shanique West. Emily Brockhurst was the sole goalkicker for Flaggies and she was named in the best players for the Falcons along with Carli Morton, Jenna Andrews, Alana Baker and Rachel Crockart.Reigning premier Cove are also undefeated after two rounds after with a 19-point win at Hackham. Cove kept the home side scoreless in the first half to lead by 21 points at the long break. Hackham finally got on the board with a goal in the third quarter but Cove still held a 23-point lead going into the last term. Hackham battled hard to win the last quarter but ultimately went down 4.8 (32) to 2.1 (13). Felicity Oliver kicked two goals for the Cobras and was named in the best players along with Jaime Norup, Aidene Parr, Lauren Grigg and Lara Ward. Caitlin Ross, Courtnie Noble, Chelsea Deeth, Alana Browne and Samantha Smith were best for a brave Hackham outfit.Morphett Vale won their first game of the season with a dominating 50-point victory at home against Aldinga. The Emus led by 15, 22 and 35 points at the breaks before winning 7.9 (51) to 0.1 (1). Kate Dunn kicked two goals for the winners. Katelyn Wilson continued her good start to the season to be named best player for the Emus and she was well supported by Alisha Lyall, Amber Kennedy-Murphy, Dunn and Hannah Fitzpatrick. Jaimi Griffen was named best for the Sharks for the second week in a row. Molly Flanagan-Sjoberg, Jean-Louise Papps, Catherine Warren and Nikki Duggan were also amongst Aldinga’s best players.Christies Beach had the bye.Round 3 fixtures (home team named first)Cove v Reynella (Friday 7.30pm)Aldinga v Hackham (Sunday 2.55pm)Christies Beach v Morphett Vale (Sunday 2.55pm)Flagstaff Hill has the bye

Pulse are the only undefeated team in the Southern Hills Netball Association A1 grade following a 41-24 victory against the previously undefeated Kangarilla outfit. After having the bye in round one, Pulse have won three games on the trot. Aldinga moved up to second position after a convincing 39-25 win at Noarlunga. Aldinga now have a 2-1 win-loss record while Noarlunga are still in search of their first win of the 2020 season. Clarendon had the bye. In A2 competition, Seaford Storm remain as the only undefeated side following a tough 38-33 win over Clarendon. In other games, Noarlunga won their first game of the season with a 26-21 win over Aldinga while Croweaters stayed in second spot with a 26-18 victory at Port Noarlunga.A1 Ladder (After Round 4)Pulse 8, Aldinga 6, Kangarilla 6, Clarendon 4, Noarlunga 0A2 Ladder (After Round 4)Seaford Storm 8, Croweaters 6, Aldinga 4, Clarendon 2, Noarlunga 2, Port Noarlunga 2Round 5 Fixtures (Home teams named first)A1 (2.00pm)Clarendon v PulseKangarilla v AldingaNoarlunga has the byeA2 (3.30pm)Clarendon v Port NoarlungaNoarlunga v Seaford StormCroweaters v Aldinga