Seniors

The game definitely lived up to the expectations of two teams with even points on the league ladder. Rumbalara goaled first and after Nathalia scored their first major, Rumba kicked two more quick goals. The home side were leading us to the ball and it looked as though the game may start to blow out somewhat. The purples through the likes of Adam Quarrell, Anthony Hill and Rick Barnes had to work harder than they would have liked to rescue the ball from a quick footed opposition. The second quarter was pretty much a mirror of the first in the fact that both sides kicked four more goals each. Rumba kicked the first two goals after the main break, then the purples banged on six unanswered goals. Lifted by the strong work ethics of Jared Maskell, Al Corry and Mitch Curtis, the entire team worked as one. First year player Sean Mortimer showed clean skills and a cool head up back as did another relative newcomer to purple land Chris Seamen who kicked six goals of his own and assisted at least three more through for the team. The purples kicked six more goals in the last to run out comfortable winners. Final score: Nathalia 20.12 132 d Rumbalara 13.15 93. Goals: C. Seaman 6; B. Ross 3; A. Quinn 3; N. Gemmill 3; T. Hicks 2; M. Curtis 1; R. Barnes 1; S. German 1. Awards: Mug: A. Corry; Past Players: A. Hill; Mick Hogan Excavations: A. Quarrell; Middle Hotel: M. Curtis; Brereton’s Bakery: R. Barnes; Club Award: S. Mortimer.

Reserves

We were just not up to the challenge, the difference between last week’s effort against Mulwala and this week’s was too great, it was very hard to pick good players but some do deserve a mention. Thanks to the 3 thirds players that had to fill in due to 3 late withdrawals. Stuart Bell gave his all and gave plenty of drive through the centre. Andrew Liddell kept presenting at full forward and kicked 3 goals. Ash Dohnt again was in everything. Wade Hicks found the footy and some form. Dwayne Pomfret did some good spoiling and mopping up work under extreme pressure on the back line. Final score: Rumbalara 8.12 d. Nathalia 6.5. Goals: A. Liddell 3; J. Ryan 1; D. Quinn 1; A. Dohnt 1. Awards: Past Players’ Mug, Stuart Bell; Blake St Butchery, Andrew Liddell; Middle Hotel, Ash Dohnt; Club awards; Wade Hicks & Dwayne Pomfret.

Under 17’s

Although we didn’t come away with the points our boys should hold their heads up because they played a great brand of football. We still need to concentrate on our ball disposal which in the end cost us the game. Angus Armstrong had an outstanding game along with Joel Cahir, Corey Hicks, Aaron Thompson, Bobby Nichols and Malcolm Barnes. Also like to thank the three 4ths players that stepped up this week in Kodi Hicks, Rhys Shannon & Dylan Bell, all three showed a lot and will be good contributors next year. Awards: Lowy’s Farm Fencing, Angus Armstrong; TJ’s Supermarket, Joel Cahir; Salon 12, Aaron Thompson; Al’s Cafe, Bobby Nichols; Rex James Stockfeed, Corey Hicks; Tony Ryan Best 1st Year, Malcolm Barnes.

Under 14’s

In a very entertaining match at Rumbalara the 4ths boys played a terrific game, but just couldn’t withstand the Rumbalara run and went down in a close game. Brenton Boxall continued his terrific recent form. Kodi Hicks and Rhys Shannon led from the front as captains and Dermot Nichols presented strongly as full forward. We looked dangerous moving the ball forward and shared the ball well. Jared Laffy and Bowen Smith combined well and Kodi Hicks, Rhys Shannon and Dylan Bell brought other into the game. Nathalia backline rebounded with great run with Todd Stringer spoiling, Tom Nihill mopping up and Harrison Hawks defending stoutly. Awards: Al’s Cafe, Todd Stringer; Salon 12 Hairdressing, Alex Hicks; TJ’s Supermarket, Tom Nihill; Rex James Stockfeed, Brenton Boxall; Lowy’s Farm Fencing, Jared Laffy; Al’s Cafe medal, Dermot Nichols; Past Players Footy, Nathan Cahir; Nathalia Printers, Harrison Hawks; Tony Ryan Best 1st year, Thomas Brooks; Drink bottle, Rhys Shannon, Rumbalara voted best player; Kodi Hicks.

Netball

B Grade: Awesome first quarter. Fought hard to maintain the pace throughout the game. A great team to have a win. Awards: Nathalia Pizza, Jakara Henderson; Nathalia Tyre & Brakes, Bree Hicks; Brereton’s Bakery, Kirby Shanahan.

C Grade: After a slow start, we stepped up the pace in the second quarter to gain a good lead. Tracey ran all day to assist our goalers in their great shooting. Hope Jo & Oakesy are okay. Awards: Nathalia Pizza, Tracey Curtis; Casual Step. Amy Kopsidas. C Reserve: What a great game! We came from behind to draw the game. Everyone gave their all, unfortunately Andrea and Debbie got injured or we might have snuck a win. Awards: Fastway Courier, Bern Brooks; Brereton’s Bakery, Sherelle Smith.

17/U: Gemma Cusack playing in GD got the first intercept from the first centre pass and this seemed to set up our dominance of the game. Gemma and Blaise did not let anything into Rumba’s goal ring. Rachael Quinn was strong through the centre court. Goalers Jordan, Brittany and Taylah did not miss many opportunities. A great game by all. Awards: Cameron’s Lawyers, Gemma Cusack; Al’s Café, Jordan Will-Holland; Lowy’s Farm Fencing, Rachael Quinn.

15/U: Two great first quarters against a strong tall team had the game 19 all at the main break. A lapse in the 3rd quarter left 5 goal deficit. Everyone continued to work hard in the last quarter to go down by six goals. Awards: Casual Step, Meg Byrnes; Al’s Café, Margo Craig; Lowy’s Farm Fencing, Bianca Kolundzija.

13/U: Well done girls. Great team work. With all sections of the cou4rt working well our game came together nicely. Keep up the good work. Awards: Nathalia Supporters, Tilly Terry; Al’s Café, Caitlin Hawks; Lowy’s Farm Fencing, Ash Cusack.

11/U: An even matched game. There is a big improvement in the game since the start of the season. These girls will have a bright future. The Rumba girls were taller however the Purps passes compensated. Overall the Rumba girls shot more goals. Awards: Nathalia supporters’, Jessi Hicks; Lowy’s Farm Fencing, Ali Ryan; Canteen Voucher, Ash Cusack.

Social Notes

August 15: Talkin’ ‘Bout your Music Generation, held in the clubrooms starting at 8pm, dress as an artist, band or genre from your gen. Cost $15 (includes stubby holder), snacks provided. ($5 fine if you fail to dress up!) See Simon or Shelley for tickets.

August 22: Reverse Raffle/Goods & Services Auction.

Urgent call for donation of items/packages please contact Laurie Hicks for more information. Perpetual Trophies: A reminder to return perpetual trophies asap!