Sport
19 July, 2026
Tigers keep court pressure on several Saints’ sides
Ella W and Indi J gave the Saints an early 10 goal lead with accurate shooting, while Sylvie S controlled the centre court as the Tigers applied strong defensive pressure.
ST ARNAUD’S Under 14B produced a fantastic team performance to defeat the Tigers.
Ella W and Indi J gave the Saints an early 10 goal lead with accurate shooting, while Sylvie S controlled the centre court as the Tigers applied strong defensive pressure.
Phoenix G and Halley H continued the momentum in the third quarter, helping the Saints lead 28 to 5.
Layla C and Myah C combined well through the centre, and Evie E provided encouragement from goal keeper to help the Saints finish strongly for a well deserved win.
Weirs: Phoenix G, Canteen: Sylvie S, Anne Ezard: Halley
ST Arnaud’s Under 14A produced a strong team performance in cool conditions to record a convincing 21–9 win over the Tigers.
The Saints started well, moving the ball confidently through the attacking end. Charlie J, Jaylah C, Maria T and Natoya W combined effectively around the ring, with Natoya scoring the first two goals of the match and showing the confident shooting that earned her the Weirs IGA Award. Strong defensive pressure across the court helped the Saints take an early lead, finishing the first quarter 7–4.
Light misty rain in the second quarter made the court and ball slippery, creating difficult conditions for both sides.
The Tigers lifted their intensity, but Maria T continued to work hard and remain accurate in attack, showing the determination that saw her recognised with the St Arnaud Canteen Award.
Darla P and Sienna T also worked tirelessly in defence to maintain the pressure, and the Saints went into halftime with a 13–8 lead.
In the third quarter, Matilda K and Tasha B worked consistently in defence, producing several strong intercepts and defensive saves to limit the Tigers’ scoring opportunities.
The Saints completely controlled the final quarter, holding the Tigers scoreless while continuing to move the ball with confidence and use the space effectively.
Natoya W added another quick goal, while Charlie J was outstanding at WD, creating turnovers and linking play with strong movement and accurate passing.
THE Under 17s game between fifth and sixth on the ladder turned into an exciting one and the U17s celebrated a win.
The Saints trailed in the first quarter and despite playing defensively well across the court, making it hard for Sea Lake to get the ball into their ring, they also struggled to get the ball into the ring.
The Saints showed the versatility in the team when we changed every position on the court at the start of the second quarter, and with some more composure and accurate shooting.
With the girls capitalising on their turnovers and shortening their passes, the third quarter saw them hit the lead for the first time, ending the quarter 22-21.
Some fresh legs in the final quarter helped and when they lost the ball, we got it back. Zoie praised the girls on their ability to step up and play well regardless of the position they were put in, noting how proud she was of their efforts and the win.
THE Saints’ C Grade side secured a hard-fought victory over Sea Lake, coming away with a well-earned win after a strong four-quarter performance.
The Saints made an impressive start, with defenders producing several timely intercepts to halt Sea Lake’s attacking momentum. Smooth ball movement through the midcourt and accurate feeds into the goal ring allowed the shooters to capitalise, giving the Saints a lead at the first break.
The second quarter proved to be a physical contest, with Sea Lake fighting back and matching the Saints goal for goal for much of the term.
Despite the pressure, the Saints remained composed and finished the quarter strongly, edging away to take a 29–23 advantage into the main break.
Quick court play and excellent teamwork highlighted the third quarter, with the Saints applying relentless defensive pressure across the court.
Fresh legs through the midcourt lifted the intensity, while strong passages of play ensured the Saints maintained control to lead 41–36 heading into the final term.
The Saints held their composure to close out the match, with consistent defensive pressure, sharp passing and disciplined attacking play proving the difference in an entertaining contest.
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