Sport
29 November, 2025
Powerhouse players pilot big victories
ST ARNAUD’S Kara Kara outfit recorded a strong all-round victory over Donald Richardson in Saturday’s North Central Lawn Tennis Association round.
ST ARNAUD’S Kara Kara outfit recorded a strong all-round victory over Donald Richardson in Saturday’s North Central Lawn Tennis Association round.
The Ladies Doubles combinations setting up the win.
Kara Kara’s women were outstanding across the afternoon, claiming their section 51–42 on the back of excellent form from Paige Stevenson, Sophie Male and Kim Nevill, each finishing with two set wins as part of the side’s overall three-set haul.
Their momentum carried into the Mixed Doubles, where Kara Kara dominated to win all but one set and secure that section 53–31.
Earlier, the Men’s Doubles were pushed hard but held firm for a gritty 44–40 win, highlighted by veteran Don Erwin, who turned back the clock to register a perfect three-set performance.
The combined efforts across all three formats delivered Kara Kara a commanding 148–113 games (10–0 points) victory.
With Nullawil short on players due to harvest commitments, St Arnaud locals Matt and John “Sanga” Goode stepped in to ensure the day’s competition went ahead smoothly.
Their contribution added to a high-quality afternoon featuring a dominant display from St Arnaud’s Men’s Doubles, who swept all sets for a 48–10 result. Nullawil’s Ladies Doubles responded in kind, producing an equally emphatic 48–17 clean sweep.
St Arnaud, however, proved stronger in the Mixed Doubles, claiming that section 46–26, fuelled by three-set winners Jason Rowe, Bailey Durward, Rogan Hando, and Jake and Sam Male.
Both clubs rounded out the evening with a family Trivia Night, one of the many social highlights of the season. Player charades provided plenty of laughs, and Team McEnroe, piloted by Bruce “Poodle” Hando, emerged as the standout group.
Ladder: Kara Kara 48, Birchip 44, St Arnaud 39, Nullawil 36, Richardson 36, Charlton 35, Avon 24, Wirrim 14, Wycheproof 4.
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