Yankalilla won their second game of 2024 following a tough 18-point win at Willunga during round seven action in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) yesterday. The game was tight throughout with Yankalilla taking a slender six-point lead into the last quarter. The Tigers kicked four goals to two in the final term to win 13.10 (88) to 10.10 (70). Karison Kantilla kicked four goals for ‘Yank’, while Ryan Sherry and Daniel Bass kicked three goals each for the Demons. Yankaliila were best served by Chris Clark, Joel Field, Bailey Gaskin, Michael Thompson, Jack Fitzgerald and Scott Biddle, while Willunga’s best were Job Colwell, Bass, Brady McDonald, Felix Bekkers and Cameron McDonald.Victor Harbor continued their unbeaten season after defeating fellow finals aspirant Myponga-Sellicks by 46 points at Myponga yesterday. ‘Victor’ won the first three quarters to lead by 46 points at the last change. The Mudlarks fought on well in the last quarter, with each team kicking three goals, before the ‘Roos went on to win 14.18 (102) to 8.8 (56). Bryce Gibbs kicked five goals in a best-on-ground performance for Victor Harbor, while skipper Sam Overall kicked three goals. Other good players for the ‘Roos included Dylan Kleinig, Ben Heaslip, Mitchell Brook and Jesse McKinnon. Scott Hunt and Darren Shillabeer kicked two goals each for the Mudlarks, while their best players were Ben Kennedy, Jack Cooper, Hunt, Sam Kennedy, Jack O'Hanlon and Mitchell Wilkins.Reigning premier McLaren Districts won their fifth game of the season with a comprehensive 180-point win against Goolwa/Port Elliot at McLaren Vale. The Eagles led by 113 points at halftime, before kicking a further 13 goals to three in the second half to win 31.25 (211) to 4.7 (31). McLaren Districts had 15 different goalkickers with Codey Ellison (5), Cameron Jarrett (4), Joel Vandeleur (4) and Darcy Brown (3) leading the way. Vandeleur, Jackson Daniels, Brown, Henry Mathews, Sam Lawrie and Ellison were named best for the Eagles, while the Magpies best included Fred Nissen, Levi Baillie and Dene McKinlay.Encounter Bay consolidated their top-three position with a solid 22-point win against Strathalbyn. The Bays win was set up by a dominant third quarter where they kicked 6.2 to 1.1 to lead by a commanding 52 points at the last change. The Roosters battled the game out well, kicking six goals to one in the final term, before Encounter Bay eventually won 13.12 (90) to 10.8 (68). Kyle Lyndon kicked six goals in a best-on-ground performance for the Bays, while Tyson Neale kicked three majors. Richard O’Grady and Ben Simounds kicked three goals each for ‘Strath’. Joining Lyndon in the best players for the Bays were Ryan Pearsons, Tyler Baldock, Tyler McCreanor, Andrew Fyfe and Callum Tonkin. Best players for the Roosters included Charles Durack, Tay Crawford-Sandison, Brock Keding, Daniel Pegler, Mark Tucker and Ethan Fox.Langhorne Creek won their sixth game of 2024 with a 29-point win at home against Mt Compass. It was a high scoring start to the game with 12 goals kicked in the first quarter as ‘Compass’ took a 12-point lead to quarter time. Langhorne Creek controlled the second term, kicking 4.4 to 0.3, to lead by 13 points at the long break. Mt Compass hit the front in the third term, before Langhorne Creek kicked two late goals to lead by a slender four points at three quarter time. The home side had the momentum as they kicked five goals to one in the last quarter to win 16.10 (106) to 11.11 (77). Henry Bruce, Jarrod Kellock and Matt Uebergang all kicked three goals for the Hawks, while Ziggy Vitkunas also kicked three goals for the Bulldogs. Langhorne Creek skipper Matt Dominish was best-on-ground and he was well supported by Henry Bruce, Angus Cole, Kellock, Mitch Cleggett and Darcy Paech. Best for Mt Compass were Rilee Endersby, Shannon Jones, Klaus Simons, Lochie Nash, Harry Wilcock and Will Zimmermann.Ladder (after round 7)Victor Harbor 14, Encounter Bay 12, Langhorne Creek 12, McLaren Districts 11, Myponga-Sellicks 9, Mt Compass 4, Strathalbyn 4, Yankalilla 4, Willunga 0, Goolwa/Port Elliot 0.Round 8 fixtures (home team named first)Strathalbyn v YankalillaMcLaren Districts v Encounter BayMyponga-Sellicks v Goolwa/Port ElliotVictor Harbor v Langhorne CreekWillunga v Mt Compass 

Strathalbyn went a game clear in fourth spot on the Great Southern Netball Association (GSNA) ladder after a convincing 70-24 win at Encounter Bay during round seven action yesterday. In other games, Yankalilla are still undefeated following their 70-37 victory at Willunga, Langhorne Creek consolidated their spot in the top-four after a 44-25 win against Mount Compass, Goolwa won their third game of the season with a 56-46 win at McLaren Vale, while Victor Harbor travelled to Myponga and came away with a 58-35 triumph. Ladder after Round 7Yankalilla 14, Victor Harbor 12, Langhorne Creek 12, Strathalbyn 10, Willunga 8, Goolwa 6, Myponga 4, Mount Compass 4, McLaren Vale 0, Encounter Bay 0.Round 8 Fixtures (home team named first)Strathalbyn v YankalillaVictor Harbor v Langhorne Creek Willunga v Mount CompassMcLaren Vale v Encounter BayMyponga v Goolwa

Port Noarlunga stayed on top of the ladder after defeating Cove by 32 points during round five action in the Southern Football League Women’s (SFLW) competition at Hallett Cove on Sunday. ‘Porties’ won every quarter on their way to an 8.5 (53) to 3.3 (21) victory. Kalahni Howes and Teegan Mesecke kicked three goals each for Port Noarlunga, while Iona Parr kicked two goals for the Cobras. Best players for the Cockle Divers included Zoe Flesfadar, Mesecke, Isabella Seed, Amber O’Hanlon, Philippa Worthley and Kalahni Bissi, while the Cobras were best served by Naomi Jones, Dana O'Brien, Parr, Jemima Buss, Rebecca O’Shaughnessy and Angelique Dean.Reigning premier Reynella are still undefeated after a 61-point win against Ironbank Cherry Gardens on Sunday. The Wine Flies victory was set up by a six-goal second quarter as they went on to win 8.14 (62) to 0.1 (1). Taya Maxwell kicked three goals for Reynella, while their best players were Shanique West, Zannah Loxton, Charlotte Watson, Summer Weir, Maxwell and Tayla Wright. Best for Ironbank Cherry Gardens included Olivia Walker-Obushak, Tahlia Ward and Cassandra Wilson.Flagstaff Hill won their third game of the season with a comfortable 79-point win against Hackham. The Falcons led by 31 points at halftime, before kicking seven unanswered goals in the second half to win 10.20 (80) to 0.1 (1). Tiana Lush kicked four goals in a best-on-ground performance for ‘Flaggies’, while Jessica Couch slotted three majors. Other good players for Flagstaff Hill included Chloe Meyers, Brooke Watson, Emma Hodgson and Mogg. Best for Hackham were Claire Wheeler, Maddison Hay, Shayley MacFadyen, Charlotte Carter, Imogen Dwyer and Laney Moore. Noarlunga had the bye.Ladder (after round 5)Port Noarlunga 8, Reynella 8, Flagstaff Hill 6, Cove 6, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 2, Hackham 0, Noarlunga 0.Round 6 fixtures (home team named first)Ironbank Cherry Gardens v Flagstaff HillReynella v CovePort Noarlunga v NoarlungaHackham has the bye

Women - Round 4 @ Victor HarborAldinga Black 2 defeated Aldinga Blue 1Goolwa 4 defeated Yankalilla 0Victor White 5 defeated Victor Blue 0Ladder (After Round 4)Victor White 9, Yankalilla 9, Goolwa 6, Victor Blue 6, Aldinga Black 6, Aldinga Blue 0.Men - Round 4 @ Victor HarborGoolwa 2 defeated Aldinga Blue 1Victor Grey 3 defeated Yankalilla 1Victor Blue 6 defeated Victor White 1Aldinga Black had the byeLadder (After Round 4)Victor Blue 9, Goolwa 7, Yankalilla 4, Victor Grey 4, Aldinga Blue 4, Victor White 4, Aldinga Black 0.

Clarendon moved up to second spot on the Southern Hills Netball Association (SHNA) ladder after a convincing 63-18 victory at McLaren Flat yesterday. In other games, Pulse remained undefeated with a 50-35 win against Southern Stars at Morphett Vale, while Noarlunga defeated Kangarilla 46-41 at Old Noarlunga to consolidate their position in the top-four. Ladder (after round 4)Pulse 8, Clarendon 6, Southern Stars 6, Noarlunga 4, Kangarilla 0, McLaren Flat 0.Round 5 fixtures (home team named first)Noarlunga v PulseClarendon v Southern StarsKangarilla v McLaren Flat

Langhorne Creek won their fifth game of the season, after handing Myponga-Sellicks their first loss of 2024, during round six action in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) at Langhorne Creek yesterday. The Hawks trailed by 21 points at quarter time, but fought their way back into the contest to see scores level at halftime. The third term was tight with the Mudlarks taking a slender four-point lead into the last quarter. Urged on by their home crowd, Langhorne Creek kicked four goals to three in the final quarter to win 15.16 (106) to 15.9 (109). Caleb Howell kicked five goals for the Hawks, while Jarrod Kellock kicked three. Barossa Districts recruit Darren Shillabeer was a standout for the Mudlarks with 10 goals. Shillabeer has now kicked 37 goals for the season. Kellock, Howell, Matt Dominish, Henry Bruce, Darcy Paech and Adam Towk were named in the best players for Langhorne Creek. Shillabeer, Jack Cooper, Ben Kennedy, Mitchell Wilkins, Luke Whitford and Harrison Cock were best for the Mudlarks.Victor Harbor remained undefeated and on top of the ladder following a comfortable 77-point win against Willunga. The ‘Roos led at every change to win 16.13 (109) to 5.2 (32). Sam Basham continued his excellent recent form as he kicked five goals for ‘Victor’ to give him 26 majors in the past three games, while skipper Sam Overall (4) and Bryce Gibbs (3) were the other multiple goalkickers. Jaxon Hams kicked two majors for the Demons. Best players for the ‘Roos were Reece Kleinig, Gibbs, Jesse McKinnon, Dylan Kleinig, Matthew Wiese and Benjamin Heaslip. Best for Willunga included Tom Messenger, Daniel Bass and Job Colwell.Reigning premier McLaren Districts consolidated their spot in the top-five with a 69-point victory at Mt Compass. The Eagles led throughout to win 21.9 (135) to 10.6 (66). Cameron Jarrett kicked six goals for McLaren Districts and Matthew Merrett kicked four majors. Brandon McKenzie and Tom Pinyon each kicked three goals for the Bulldogs. The Eagles had plenty of good players including Daniel Marr, Jackson Daniels, Sam Lawrie, Jarrett, Joel Vandeleur and Patrick McMahon.Best for Mt Compass included McKenzie, Klaus Simons, Will Zimmermann, Harry Wilcock and Brent Creek.Strathalbyn won their second game of 2024 with a convincing 128-point win against Goolwa/Port Elliot at Goolwa yesterday. The Roosters led by 53 points at halftime, before kicking a further 14 goals to three in the second half to win 25.20 (170) to 6.6 (42). Ben Simounds kicked eight goals for the Roosters (22 for the season), while Mitchell Godfrey (6), Marc Elliott (5), Jacob Wright (2) and Ashton Hoffman (2) were the other multiple goalkickers. Ken Angus was a standout for the Magpies with four goals. Other good players for Goolwa/Port Elliot included Brock Donaldson, Ryan Pearce, Dene McKinlay and Finn Hayden. Elliott was best for ‘Strath’ and he was well supported by Wright, Simounds, Godfrey, Ethan Fox and Charles Durack. Encounter Bay moved up to second spot on the ladder after defeating Yankalilla by 43 points at ‘Yank’ yesterday. The Bays had 25 scoring shots to seven to win 11.14 (80) to 6.1 (37). Tyler Baldock was best-on-ground for the Bays and he was well supported by Ryan Pearsons, Callum Tonkin, Jack Crispin, Marcus Lippett and Jarran Crabb. Scott Biddle was the leading goalkicker on the field with three goals for the Tigers, while their best players were Jack Fitzgerald, Bailey Gaskin, Travis Bartlett, Michael Thompson, Kohen Major and Jesse Fitzgerald.Ladder (after round 6)Victor Harbor 12, Encounter Bay 10, Langhorne Creek 10, Myponga-Sellicks 9, McLaren Districts 9, Mt Compass 4, Strathalbyn 4, Yankalilla 2, Willunga 0, Goolwa/Port Elliot 0.Round 7 fixtures (home team named first)Encounter Bay v StrathalbynLanghorne Creek v Mt CompassMcLaren Districts v Goolwa/Port ElliotMyponga-Sellicks v Victor HarborWillunga v Yankalilla

Dudley United won their second game of the season after travelling to Parndana and coming away with a 46-36 victory during round four action in the Kangaroo Island Netball Association (KINA) yesterday. In the other game of round four, Kingscote continued their perfect start to the season with a 54-34 win at Wisanger. Western Districts had the bye.Ladder after Round 4Kingscote 6, Western Districts 4, Dudley United 4, Parndana 2, Wisanger 0.Round 5 Fixtures (home team named first)Dudley United v KingscoteParndana v Western DistrictsWisanger has the bye

Happy Valley moved into the top-five on the Southern Football League (SFL) ladder after a 31-point win at Morphett Vale during round six action yesterday.The Vikings got off to a fast start to lead by 25 points at the first change, before Morphett Vale reduced the margin to 19 points at halftime. The third quarter would prove decisive as Happy Valley kicked six goals to one to take an unassailable 51-point lead into the last term. The Emus won the last stanza, but Happy Valley prevailed 14.12 (96) to 9.11 (65). Josh Dwyer-Sterzl kicked three goals for the Vikings, while Blake Carter and Max Sampson kicked two goals each for the Emus. Best players for Happy Valley included Matthew Lillis, Max Gill, Jack Flett, Cody Cox and Liam Hamilton. Morphett Vale were best served by Michael Smith, Sampson, Jake Dorshorst, Toby Irlam and Cooper Manns.Port Noarlunga maintained their perfect start to 2024 with a huge 146-point win against Cove. ‘Porties’ led by 62 points at halftime, before kicking a further 14 goals to one in the second half to win 25.20 (170) to 2.12 (24). Port Noarlunga had 12 different goalkickers including Ben Currie (4), Nick Steele (4) and Eduard Van den berg (3). Jack Riddle and Alex Marra each kicked a goal for the Cobras. Nathaniel Paredes, Billy Cook, Jonathan Cook, Jayden Green, Steele and Currie were named best for the Cockle Divers. Cove were best served by Jayj Butler-Chaseling, Adam Kleinig and Rhys Mutch.Noarlunga won their fourth game of the season with a comfortable 55-point win over Aldinga at Old Noarlunga. The Shoes led at every change before winning 10.11 (71) to 2.4 (16). Terry Kathopoulis kicked three goals for Noarlunga in a best-on-ground display, while Sam Beard and Jamie Grosser kicked two goals each. Brayden Hooper and Jayden Scott kicked one goal each for the Sharks. Joining Kathopoulis in the best players for Noarlunga were Josh Beard, Nick Mott, Sam Beard, Zac Williams and Matthew Fry. Best for Aldinga were Josiah Sheppard, Angus Stangewitz, Samuel Bentley, Luke Watson and Cooper Rose. Reynella won their fifth match of 2024 after a comprehensive 136-point win against Ironbank Cherry Gardens. The Wine Flies led by 74 points at halftime and kicked a further 10 goals to one in the second half to win 21.22 (148) to 1.6 (12). Callan Semple kicked six goals for Reynella and he was well supported by Harrison Pope and Marc Borholm who kicked three goals apiece. Sam Whitbread, Lachlan McGuinness, Matthew Stanford, Mitchell Scotland, Dylan Roser and Alex Lawley were named best for the Wine Flies, while Josh Marshall, Rhys Wooley and Jake Pokoina were among the best players for the Thunderers. Flagstaff Hill also won their fifth game of the season after defeating Christies Beach by 81 points at Flagstaff Hill. ‘Flaggies’ trailed by 15 points at quarter time, before kicking 18 goals to three in the final three quarters to win 20.14 (134) to 8.5 (53). The Falcons had 10 different goalkickers with Blake Aldridge, Aiden Grayson and Ryan Mountford kicking three goals each. Zak Short was the best forward for the Saints with four majors. Flagstaff Hill were best served by D’Arcy Mitchell, Brayden Heyward-Ferors, Joshua Rosman, Luke Beenham, Jordan Etto and Aldridge. Thomas Kirwan, Mackenzie Nield, Joshua de Roode, Jordan Hunnable-Ford, Short and Ryan Matthews were named best for ‘Christies’. Ladder (after round 6)Port Noarlunga 12, Reynella 10, Flagstaff Hill 10, Noarlunga 8, Happy Valley 6, Christies Beach 4, Cove 4, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 4, Aldinga 2, Morphett Vale 0.Round 7 fixtures (home team named first)Ironbank Cherry Gardens v Flagstaff HillReynella v CovePort Noarlunga v Noarlunga Aldinga v Morphett ValeHappy Valley v Christies Beach

Yankalilla went a game clear on top of the Great Southern Netball Association (GSNA) ladder after a convincing 85-30 win against Encounter Bay during round six action yesterday. In other games, Mount Compass won their second game of the season with a 54-29 home win against McLaren Vale, Langhorne Creek consolidated their spot in the top-four with a 42-33 victory over Myponga, Strathalbyn moved inside the top-four following their 49-33 win at Goolwa, while Willunga travelled to Victor Harbor and handed ‘Victor’ their first defeat of 2024 with a tight 55-52 win. Ladder after Round 6Yankalilla 12, Victor Harbor 10, Langhorne Creek 10, Strathalbyn 8, Willunga 8, Myponga 4, Mount Compass 4, Goolwa 4, McLaren Vale 0, Encounter Bay 0.Round 7 Fixtures (home team named first)Willunga v YankalillaEncounter Bay v StrathalbynLanghorne Creek v Mount CompassMcLaren Vale v GoolwaMyponga v Victor Harbor

Dudley United won their first game of the season after defeating Parndana by 115 points during round four action in the Kangaroo Island Football League (KIFL) yesterday. The Eagles won 23.11 (149) to 5.4 (34) with Sam Willson kicking seven goals for the victors. He was ably supported by Mitchell Charlton who kicked five goals, while Ronan Wood slotted four majors. Best players for Dudley United were Keenan Jacobs, Toby Wheaton, Sam Willson, Kayne Wheaton and Brody Florance. Best for the Roosters included Eli Kuchel, Zach Trethewey and Isaac Trethewey.Wisanger consolidated their spot in the top-two with a five-point win against reigning premier Kingscote. Kingscote started well to lead by 21 points at quarter time, and were still in front by 19 points at the long break. However, the Panthers finished strongly in the second half, kicking six goals to two, to win 8.15 (63) to 8.10 (58). Khyal Stead (3) and Brok Viney-Obst (2) were the multiple goalkickers for Wisanger, while Anthony Anderson (3) and Paul Green (2) were the leading goalkickers for Kingscote. Liam Sampson, Jayden Kingi, Brodee Williams, Jesse Rule and Nicholas Shurven were named best players for Wisanger. Best for Kingscote included Zak Siemer, Thomas Mitchell, Jack Grimes, Luke Mackie and Anthony Anderson. Western Districts had the bye.Ladder after Round 4Western Districts 12, Wisanger 12, Dudley United 4, Kingscote 4, Parndana 0.Round 5 Fixtures (home team named first)Dudley United v KingscoteParndana v Western Districts Wisanger has the bye

Reynella remained undefeated after a thrilling one-point win against Flagstaff Hill during round four action in the Southern Football League Women’s (SFLW) competition at Flagstaff Hill this afternoon. The game was tight throughout with Flagstaff Hill leading by just five points at three quarter time. Reynella kicked two goals to one in the last quarter to win 6.4 (40) to 5.9 (39). Taya Maxwell kicked three goals for the Wine Flies, while Jessica Couch kicked four goals for the Falcons. Ashlee Wright, Jaya Shreeve, Shanique West, Mia Brennan, Tayla Wright and Summer Weir were named best for Reynella, while for Flagstaff Hill, Brooke Watson, Jenna Andrews, Chloe Meyers, Emma Hodgson, Couch and Rachel Crockart were their best players.Cove are top of the SFLW ladder after a comfortable 94-point win against Noarlunga. The Cobras led at every change to win 15.10 (100) to 1.0 (6). Emily Risitano (5), Alesia LeDuff (3) and Rebecca Jutilane-Maynard (3) were the multiple goalkickers for Cove. The Cobras' best players included Angelique Dean, Naomi Jones, Jutilane-Maynard, Risitano, Kate Galley and Breanna Stoldt.N.B. No best players or goalkickers were available for Noarlunga at the time of publication. Port Noarlunga consolidated their spot in the top-four with a convincing 95-point triumph over Hackham at Port Noarlunga this afternoon. ‘Porties’ led by 63 points at halftime before going on to win 13.19 (97) to 0.2 (2). Carli Morton (4), Bree Chapman (3) and Charli Faulkner (3) were the leading goalkickers for Port Noarlunga, while their best players were Chapman, Philippa Worthley, Faulkner, Morton, Shakira Dolman and Kalahni Bissi. Best for the Hawks included Dakota Dwyer, Laney Moore, Monique Hepden, Shayley MacFadyen and Charlotte Carter.Ironbank Cherry Gardens had the bye.Ladder (after round 4)Cove 6, Port Noarlunga 6, Reynella 6, Flagstaff Hill 4, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 2, Hackham 0, Noarlunga 0.Round 5 fixtures (home team named first)Reynella v Ironbank Cherry GardensCove v Port NoarlungaFlagstaff Hill v HackhamNoarlunga has the bye

Parndana won their first game of the season after defeating Wisanger 43-37 during round three action in the Kangaroo Island Netball Association yesterday. In the other game of round three, Western Districts knocked off Dudley United 50-31. Kingscote had the bye.Ladder after Round 3Kingscote 4, Western Districts 4, Dudley United 2, Parndana 2, Wisanger 0.Round 4 Fixtures (home team named first)Parndana v Dudley UnitedWisanger v KingscoteWestern Districts has the bye

Langhorne Creek consolidated their spot in the top-five after a thrilling six-point win against Willunga during round five action in the Great Southern Football League (GSFL) at Willunga yesterday. Willunga, hunting down their first win for 2024, led by 11 points at the last change, before the Hawks kicked six goals to three in the final term to win 13.8 (86) to 11.14 (80). Caleb Howell and Matt Uebergang kicked three goals each for Langhorne Creek, while Braden Altus also kicked three goals for the Demons. Best players for Langhorne Creek were Tom Derham, Matt Dominish, Howell, Jake Yard, Jarrod Kellock and Henry Bruce. Willunga was best served by Daniel Bass, Tom Messenger, Cameron Hutchens, Altus, Izaac Logan and Tyson Schmid.Reigning premier McLaren Districts won their third game of the season after a comfortable 54-point win at Yankalilla yesterday. Yankalilla started well to take a 14-point lead at quarter time, before the Eagles hit back to lead by 13 points at the main break. A further 10 goals to four in the second half saw the Eagles win 15.16 (106) to 8.4 (52). McLaren Districts had 10 different goalkickers with Codey Ellison slotting four majors. Scott Biddle was named best for Yankalilla and kicked five goals. Other good players for the Tigers included Bailey Gaskin, Brad Fitzgerald, Ayden Duke and Jack Fitzgerald, while McLaren Districts’ best were Billy Chahla, Jarrad Bollenhagen, Jackson Daniels, Joel Vandeleur, Alex Moyle and Connor Fitt.Victor Harbor are still undefeated and on top of the ladder after a comprehensive 109-point win at Mt Compass. The ‘Roos led at every change before winning 22.11 (143) to 4.10 (34). Sam Basham kicked 11 goals for ‘Victor’, giving him 21 in the past two weeks, while Jackson Elmes (6) and Bryce Gibbs (3) were the other multiple goalkickers. Ben Heaslip, Elmes, Basham, Jesse McKinnon, Mitchell Brook and Matthew Wiese were named best for Victor Harbor. Dylan Camac, Will Zimmermann and Tom Vitkunas were among the Bulldogs best players.Encounter Bay won their fourth game of the season with a 157-point win at home against Goolwa/Port Elliot. The Bays led by 43 points at halftime, and kicked a further 19 goals to one in the second half to win 26.19 (175) to 3.0 (18). Kyron Pepper, Kyle Lyndon, Eli Horrocks, Kieran Garrett and Ben Davis all kicked four goals for Encounter Bay. James Bradford, Callum Tonkin, Lyndon, Horrocks, Ryan Pearsons and Jack Crispin were named best for the Bays, while the Magpies were best served by Kaiden Wilton, Jiye Hoad and Harry Nissen.Myponga-Sellicks are also undefeated and sitting in second spot on the GSFL ladder after defeating Strathalbyn by 122 points. The Mudlarks won 24.17 (161) to 5.9 (39). The Mudlarks had 10 different goalkickers with John Butcher and Darren Shillabeer kicking six goals each. Mitch Godfrey kicked two goals for the Roosters. Best players for the Mudlarks included Kain Spinks, Connor Sampson, Jack Cooper, Anthony Kempster, Butcher and Ben Kennedy. ‘Strath’ were best served by Tay Crawford-Sandison, Marc Elliott, Brock Keding, Ethan Fox and Max Fergusson.Ladder (after round 5)Victor Harbor 10, Myponga-Sellicks 9, Langhorne Creek 8, Encounter Bay 8, McLaren Districts 7, Mt Compass 4, Yankalilla 2, Strathalbyn 2, Willunga 0, Goolwa/Port Elliot 0.Round 6 fixtures (home team named first)Goolwa/Port Elliot v StrathalbynLanghorne Creek v Myponga-SellicksMt Compass v McLaren DistrictsVictor Harbor v WillungaYankalilla v Encounter Bay

Langhorne Creek moved up to third spot on the Great Southern Netball Association (GSNA) ladder after defeating Willunga 48-44 during round five action at Willunga yesterday. In other games, Strathalbyn beat Myponga 39-31, Goolwa won their second game of the season with a 61-35 win against Encounter Bay, Victor Harbor travelled to Mount Compass and won 57-32, while reigning premier Yankalilla stayed top of the ladder with a convincing 86-30 win against McLaren Vale. Ladder after Round 5Yankalilla 10, Victor Harbor 10, Langhorne Creek 8, Willunga 6, Strathalbyn 6, Myponga 4, Goolwa 4, Mount Compass 2, Encounter Bay 0, McLaren Vale 0.Round 6 Fixtures (home team named first)Goolwa v StrathalbynVictor Harbor v WillungaLanghorne Creek v MypongaMount Compass v McLaren ValeYankalilla v Encounter Bay

Wisanger moved up to second spot on the Kangaroo Island Football League (KIFL) ladder after a convincing 172-point win over Parndana at Wisanger yesterday. The Panthers led by 86 points at halftime, before kicking a further 13 unanswered goals in the second half to win 27.22 (184) to 2.0 (12). Wisanger had 10 different goalkickers with Sam Clifford and Khyal Stead kicking six goals each. Eli Kuchel and Will Stanton were the goalkickers for the Roosters. Best players for Wisanger were Luke Shurven, Liam Sampson, Jason Fryar, Clifford and Timmy Turner. The Roosters best included Zach Trethewey, Jesse Gaskin and Eli Kuchel.Western Districts remained undefeated after a tight, 13-point win against Dudley United at Gosse yesterday. An upset was well and truly on the cards as Dudley United led by 24 points at the last change. Urged on by their home crowd, the Saints kicked 5.8 to 0.1 in the last quarter to win 14.13 (97) to 13.6 (84). Saints skipper was a standout up forward with eight goals, while Ronan Wood and Sam Willson kicked three goals each for the Eagles. Sam Jonas, Joshua Graham, Jhy McCarthy, Dylan Lockett and Hedges were named best for the Saints, while for Dudley United, Korbyn Childs, Kayne Wheaton, Keenan Jacobs, Tait Florance and Sam Willson were named their best players. Kingscote had the bye.Ladder after Round 3Western Districts 12, Wisanger 8, Kingscote 4,  Dudley United 0, Parndana 0.Round 4 Fixtures (home team named first)Wisanger v KingscoteParndana v Dudley UnitedWestern Districts has the bye

Reigning premier Pulse moved to the top of the Southern Hills Netball Association (SHNA) ladder after a convincing 70-21 victory against Kangarilla. In other games, Clarendon defeated Noarlunga 40-26, while Southern Starts remained undefeated following their 32-19 win against McLaren Flat.Ladder (after round 3)Pulse 6, Southern Stars 6, Clarendon 4, Noarlunga 2, McLaren Flat 0, Kangarilla 0.Round 3 fixtures (home team named first)McLaren Flat v Clarendon Noarlunga v KangarillaPulse v Southern Stars

Port Noarlunga moved to the top of the Southern Football League (SFL) ladder after defeating Morphett Vale by 24 points during round five action at Port Noarlunga today. The Cockle Divers led at every change to win 12.18 (90) to 10.6 (66). Clinton Calyun kicked three goals for ‘Porties’, while Jake Dorshorst and Thaddeus Puautjimi kicked two goals each for the Emus. Best players for Port Noarlunga were Brodie Smith, Eduard Van den berg, Aaron Peterson, Rhys Mckay, Charley Wiseman and Khalan Ortmann. Morphett Vale were best served by Dorshorst, Bailey Sowter, Dylan Miller, Connor Lock, Max Sampson and Khori Mills-Richardson.Reigning premier Flagstaff Hill inflicted Reynella’s first loss of 2024 after a come-from-behind 13-point victory at home today. Reynella raced out of the blocks to take a 23-point lead at the first change, and they still led by 11 points at halftime. The Falcons worked themselves back into the game, kicking six goals to three in the second half, to run out winners 11.10 (76) to 10.3 (63). Nathan Beenham kicked three majors for ‘Flaggies’ in a best-on-ground performance, as did Callan Semple for the Wine Flies. Other good players for the Falcons were Bradley Kirk, D’Arcy Mitchell, Kobe Cavouras, Zakaria Cavouras and Ethan Wildman. Best for Reynella were Tyler Davies, Samuel Whitbread, Mitchell Scotland, Jack Ball, Marc Borholm and Luke Cooper.Noarlunga moved up to fourth spot with a 30-point home win against Cove. Cove started on fire to lead by 26 points at the first change, before the Shoes hit back to lead by four points at the main break. The third term was even with the home side turning for home with a one-point lead. Five unanswered goals in the last quarter saw Noarlunga home 12.10 (82) to 7.10 (52). Luke Ross was named best for the Shoes and he was well supported by Jamison Snelling, Michael Balas, Sam Beard, Nick Mott and Sam Goldfinch. Alex Marra, Christopher Buersch, Oliver Moore, Lucas Hill, Adam Kleinig and Kyle Stoldt were best for the Cobras. The Shoes’ Jamie Grosser (3) was the leading goalkicker on the field.Happy Valley won their second game of the season after defeating Ironbank Cherry Gardens by 30 points. The Vikings led at every change before winning 13.6 (84) to 8.6 (54). Harry Davenport and Josh Dwyer-Sterzl kicked three goals each for Happy Valley, while Bradley Kreuger also kicked three goals for the Thunderers. Max Gill, Jett Carlier, Liam Hamilton, Matthew Lillis, Jack Flett and Nicholas Frisby-Smith were named best for Happy Valley, while Ironbank Cherry Gardens were best served by Josh Marshall, Chase Wooley, Will Ballestrin, Jake Pokoina, Kaea Cleary and Mitchell Davis.Christies Beach moved inside the top-five after defeating Aldinga by 24 points at Bice Oval. The final scores were ‘Christies’ 9.14 (68) to Aldinga 6.8 (44). Jace Daris, Michael Mazey and Mackenzie Nield all kicked two goals for the Saints, while Ishmael Palmer slotted four majors for Aldinga. Best players for Christies Beach were Mazey, Callum Haddon, Jace Daris, Nathan Sable, Thomas Kirwan and Jonty Murphy. Samuel Bentley was best for the Sharks and he was well supported by Josiah Sheppard, Isaac Churchill, Harrison Jarman, Luke Watson and Palmer. Ladder (after round 5)Port Noarlunga 10, Flagstaff Hill 8, Reynella 8, Noarlunga 6, Christies Beach 4, Cove 4, Happy Valley 4, Ironbank Cherry Gardens 4, Aldinga 2, Morphett Vale 0.Round 6 fixtures (home team named first)Cove v Port NoarlungaFlagstaff Hill v Christies BeachMorphett Vale v Happy ValleyReynella v Ironbank Cherry Gardens Noarlunga v Aldinga

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