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Under 10 Stead Park

Newtown Strikers vs Newtown Spirit 7-2

In the first of two Newtown City Hockey Club derbies for the round, the Strikers took on Newtown Spirit on a very sunny morning at Stead Park.

Spirit had an early short corner, but our defenders were quick out of the net to prevent a goal. The Strikers then took control of the ball, with Harry scoring the first goal for the morning.

Despite some great tackling skills from Georgia, Spirit were able to draw another short corner. Austin was too good in defense though, clearing the ball nicely over the sideline.

Led by coach Ivy, the Strikers then had an excellent period of play for the remainder of the half. A goal from Lily followed by a great shot from her brother Harry that only just missed, and then we saw Lily in the action again for an excellent intercept that stopped the Spirit who were on a big run down the pitch.

Just before half time Georgia added another goal to the board, and Will again showed his good intercepting skills in the middle to get the ball back up our end. Zach and Ryder both attempted shots in the last minute, but it was Lily who scored our 4th goal right before the half time whistle.

Spirit returned for the second half determined to turn things around, which made for some great contests! We had four short corners early in the half for both teams, and they were all goal-less as both teams were determined not to let anything through.

It wasn’t long though before Harry, Georgia and Lily came together for some great team work in the forward half. Harry scored first, whilst a really good shot on goal from Lily just missed. Georgia scored a great goal next, and then Ryder made the most of a short corner to add himself to the score card.

Soon after Newtown Spirit started to find some opportunities against us. First Eliza found her way to goal, and despite our excellent defensive efforts in short efforts, Charlie from Spirit was able to score too.

Whilst the Strikers were still ahead by 5, for the remainder of the half Spirit had a lot of the ball, and the Strikers had to work really hard to keep them out of their goal. Austin kept strong in defense though, clearing the ball out of their D when it was in there, and stopping the ball in half back to keep it out of there too.

A game for the ages, Newtown Strikers came out on top 7-2.

Newtown Spirit vs Newtown Strikers 2-7

In their third match of the season, Newtown Spirit faced off against Strikers in a fast-paced, all-Newtown clash full of strong individual efforts and teamwork.

Strikers opened with a short corner goal, but Spirit responded with intensity. Eliza made a strong early run down the left wing, while Rupert stood out defensively on the right, consistently clearing under pressure. Albert was also solid in defence on the left-hand side, helping to hold off repeated attacks. Strikers added a second goal, despite Spirit’s build-up play, including a smart pass from Toby to Eliza using the boards through the middle. Toby also held strong in defence.

Two quick Strikers goals followed, though Spirit nearly hit back through Eliza just before halftime, trailing 4–0 at the break.

Early in the second half, Strikers nearly converted a short corner and soon after, Miriam made a key clearance to the left. Strikers added another goal from a tight passage, but Rupert’s repeated follow-ups and tackles helped limit the damage. Two more Strikers goals followed, one from a short corner.

Spirit responded with renewed energy—Nadia broke down the right, linking with Charlie and Eliza through the middle, leading to a deserved goal by Eliza. Another strong run from Nadia set up a short corner, where Eliza passed to Charlie for a composed finish. Spirit held firm in the final minutes with great efforts from Charlie, Nadia, and a strong chase from Toby.

Though the final score was 7–2 to Strikers, Spirit’s determination and teamwork were evident throughout an exciting match.

Under 10 Lloyd Reserve

Newtown Dynamos vs Newtown Rockets 6-2

With a few players missing, there was plenty of space to run and pass. Excellent approach to the ball from David, Alex, Nora and Tully allowed Rockets to gain possession many times. However Flynn, Georgia and Florence for Dynamos did not make things easy, chasing every ball and running into space and into the scoring zone.

The second half saw Rockets take the attack to Dynamos with Nora grabbing the ball and taking the opportunity to run on and into the circle to score two goals. Thanks to Tully for swapping to Dynamos when Florence had to leave the field. Hope she is feeling better this week.

Newtown Jets vs Newtown Rebels 5-3

Under 12

Newtown Strikers vs Newtown Spirit 2-3

A very tightly contested affair between the two Newtown teams!

First half saw Joe marshalling our troops in defence, with some truly excellent clearances, ably assisted by Vicky who always positioned herself perfectly. Harry and Isla held their positions strongly out wide on the wing to provide some great options out of defence. A series of strong clearances by Edward culminated in a great run up forward by James, with Dot and Harry running hard in support to their respective posts and finally, an unlucky miss! Spirit scored late in the first half.

We again withstood a lot of pressure in defence in the second half. Vicki, Dot and Henry all combined effectively, and Fraser made a number of magnificent saves in goals. Some great forward pressure by James and Harry, and a fantastic individual effort by James, resulted in two goals and very nearly a third! Huge efforts by Edward in defence kept Spirit to just one goal for the half, until the dying minutes when a lucky turnover resulted in a third and final goal for Spirit. Final score 3-2 to Spirit in what was a highly entertaining match!

Newtown Spirit vs Newtown Strikers 3-2

It was time for the Newtown derby!!

The first half was very tight with contributions from all team Spirit players. The ball went up and down the pitch many times. Spirit were passing well, communicating with each other, creating space and applying pressure.

In the final minutes of the first half team Spirit had the ball very close to their goals and spectators collectively held their breath…… Paddy struck the ball beautifully and scored the first goal for the season! It was the boost team Spirit needed. 

Team Spirit went into half time with not only their first goal this season but a new found sense of belief, with one player noting it was the first time they’ve ever been ahead in a game. The discussion at half time included maintaining energy, something team Spirit have lacked so far this season.

The second half was equally close with two goals to each team but at the final whistle it was team Spirit by one goal. 

Goals to Paddy, Caspar and Mitchell. Leon defended well as goalie. But what the scorecard doesn’t show is that the game was won through teamwork. Congratulations team Spirit on your first win for the season.

Under 14

Newtown Strikers vs Corio White 1-7
Newtown Strikers recorded their first goal this season. The goal came via a penalty corner courtesy of a direct hit by Chelsea O in the second half of the game.

Our players put on a good team effort and had more opportunities in this game compared to the previous games. Mitchell, Sidak, Alexandra and Chelsea worked hard in attack and caused problems to our opponents. Even Jack P, who is new to hockey and first time playing in the front line, worked hard to put pressure on Corio’s defense.

Our defense of Lucas O, Alex L, Eva, Emily, Lilly, Eliza, Elizabeth and Jack F did well in minimizing the attack from Corio. Unfortunately, we made several mistakes which Corio capitalised on. Albie put on a good show in goals and made several saves. His performance has improved with each game and he has the potential of improving further.

Next week we do not have a game due to Junior Country Competition but training will use the opportunity to conduct a training on the Saturday.

Under 16

Newtown Strikers vs Corio White 3-9
Q1: 1–3 | Q2: 1–3 | Q3: 0–0 | Q4: 1–3

Despite a 9–3 defeat to a dominant Corio White side, the Newtown Strikers displayed impressive resilience and teamwork throughout Round 3 of the U16 competition.

First Quarter:
The Strikers made a solid start, with Jess scoring an early goal following a well-executed team move. Parker and Kayden worked tirelessly in defense and transition, but Corio quickly responded with three goals to take the lead by the end of the quarter.

Second Quarter:
Corio extended their advantage with another three goals, including a solo run and a successful 1v1 penalty. Cormac and Liz, fought to regain control in defense, while Ivy and Jess pushed forward in attack. Kayden’s goalkeeping was exceptional, making a series of crucial saves to keep the team in the game.

Third Quarter:
Newtown showed improvement defensively, managing to keep Corio scoreless in this period. Cormac, Liz, and Sidak played key roles in shutting down Corio’s attacks, and Jess earned a short corner following a strong run. Parker nearly found the back of the net with a shot just wide. Kayden continued to make key saves, proving a constant presence in goal.

Fourth Quarter:
Corio added three more goals, including one from a 1v1 penalty, but Newtown remained determined. Ivy scored a well-taken goal in a 1v1 penalty, and Parker capped off a strong performance with his own goal. Sidak was active, applying pressure and supporting both the attack and defense.

A huge thank you to Sidak and Liz from the U14s for stepping in and making valuable contributions. Sidak was especially impressive with his energy, skill, and impact on both ends of the field, while Liz was vital in controlling the midfield and supporting the defense.

Overall, while the Strikers faced a tough opponent, they displayed great determination and continued to improve throughout the match. The team will look to build on these positive performances in upcoming games.

Keep it up, Strikers!

Division 1 Women

Newtown Falcons vs Torquay 0-2

Continuing the string of games played in hot conditions for this time of the year, we were treated to a fantastic game of hockey. The first time we came up against Torquay this season, we were able to keep them goalless in the first half before they ran away in the second half due to us having a limited bench and fatigue setting in.

In this second game, we had a full bench and it made a huge improvement allowing our midfield and forwards to maintain pressure throughout the game. Across the field, there were no weak links and we were able to produce some impressive scoring opportunities but were unfortunately unable to score.

While the end result of the game was a loss, it was another reminder of the potential of the team and how far we’ve come since the start of the season (which was only a few weeks ago). Looking forward to the next time we come up against Torquay.

Division 2 Men

Newtown Falcons Bye

Division 2 Women

Newtown Strikers vs Corio 3-3

Another great game from Strikers this week. We anticipated a hard game against the ladder leaders who have some strong key players. Strikers began well with plenty of play in the forward zone, with Audrey controlling the midfield and placing the ball precisely into space for team mates to collect. Great running and position from Lara, Kim, Jess, Chelsea and Hanna with Tilly showing her control to bypass opponents and head into the circle.

Goals to Kristy and Peta saw us go 2-0 up with Corio not being able to make much headway in their attacking zone. Great defence by Benno, Zali and Paige was well backed up by Kirsty and Kayla. But Corio kept coming and managed to score with some fast paced attacks and a strong hit, making the score 2-3.

With 4 on the interchange bench, our defence and forward players were able to keep up the pace and swap positions as needed. This allowed Strikers to keep pushing right until the end, and it was Lara who again plucked a ball out of the air to score the equaliser with 1/2 minute to go! Woohoo! This fantastic result sees us sitting in 2nd position on the ladder to Corio, with the same points and only 1 goal difference. Well done to all, and congratulations to Jess and Chelsea on their first senior games.

Under 10 Stead Park

Newtown Strikers vs Torquay 8-2

The Strikers started the game strong this round, with Lily starting fast and scoring two goals in the first 5 minutes of the game – great running Lily! Torquay tried to respond however some strong defense from Harry had the ball back down our end for a short corner, and another goal on the board came from Georgia.

Torquay continued to search for a goal, but Elspeth was always there to keep the ball out of the net, and Will was doing some great work in the middle to intercept their passes and get the ball back into our D. Right before the half time break Torquay managed to break through for a goal, with the score 4-1 at the break.

In the second half Torquay were out fast and scored the first goal, however that would be their last for the game with Elspeth continuing to frustrate their attempts to score.

Lily soon found the net again too for her fourth goal, and then it was the Zach show! With some great support from Harry and Georgia, Zach added three more goals to our score! Strikers won the game, 8-2.

Newtown Spirit vs Corio 2-2

In their second match of the season, Newtown Spirit delivered another exciting performance, showing determination, teamwork, and growing confidence across the field in a 2-all draw against Corio.

The game began with Corio earning an early short corner, but Miriam responded with excellent defensive pressure, clearing the danger with calm control. Charlie followed with a strong run down the right wing, setting the tone early. Toby was steady and composed through the middle, delivering solid hits that helped transition Newtown into attack.

A loose ball from Corio created Newtown’s first real scoring opportunity, and after building pressure, Charlie burst through the middle of the field and slotted the opening goal, outpacing the defence. Moments later, Eliza took a brilliant run straight down the middle and scored Newtown’s second goal, showcasing her speed and control. Both players continued to threaten, with late chances from Charlie and Eliza just narrowly missing the target.

In defence, Albert and Rupert combined well to block Corio’s attempts late in the half, with Rupert in particular making smart decisions under pressure and clearing the ball out wide.

The second half started fast, with Corio scoring two quick goals to even things up. Newtown didn’t panic—Eliza launched another run down the right wing, and Charlie came close again after a short corner.

At the back, Miriam and Albert continued to anchor the defence with confidence, supported by Rupert’s consistent work rate. The whole team held firm in the final minutes to ensure the match finished in a well-earned draw.

A strong all-round performance from the team, with each player contributing to a game full of skill, teamwork, and effort. The season is off to a fantastic start!

Under 10 Lloyd Reserve

Newtown Dynamos vs Newtown Jets 11-0

For round 2, we had Flynn, Mathilda, Florence, Georgia and Michaela playing for Dynamos and we played Jets on a lovely sunny Saturday at Lloyd Reserve for U10s.

Flynn & Georgia both got an amazing 4 goals each with some great support from Michaela and Florence, who both notched up some goals also. 

Good to see the teams starting to work together and passing. Speedy running by Mathilda to get down the pitch. With some nice defensive work by the Jets. 

Looking forward to 2025 season. 

Newtown Rockets vs Newtown Rebels 4-1

This was a fantastic game for Rockets, with great teamwork and excellent passing. With only 4 players available, there was plenty of space to pass back and then wide to bypass the opposition. The first goal resulted from a back pass to Nora, followed by a square pass to Alex and then a through pass which found Tully in the perfect spot to step into the circle and score.

Great tackling and persistence in approaching the Rebels forward moves from Alex and David saw Rockets win possession on many occasions and strong and accurate passing kept Rockets in the game.

Tully was in the right spot and in space on many occasions and ended the game with 3 goals. Great ball control allowed Alex to push the play forward and score. Nora was solid in defence, positioned well to cut off forward moves from Rebels and was able to push forward in the latter part of the game. Great passing from David continued the super teamwork and created opportunities for Rockets.

Under 12

Newtown Strikers vs Torquay 0-5

Torquay is always a tough opponent and this game was no exception. We brought a strong defensive mindset but Torquay were relentless in attack, scoring twice in the first half and a further three times in the second half. Dot and Vicky played beautifully in their respective positions, always finding space and picking up an opposition player. We saw some great linking passes between Dot, Vicki, Felix, Harry and Thomas as a result, especially late in the first half and early in the second half, but we couldn’t quite find the goal up forward.

Edward had an absolute blinder as keeper, saving many many goals – especially in the second half when his feet were flying everywhere! Fraser was absolutely solid as a rock in defence for the whole game. Thanks to Elwood, Oliver, Paddy and Mitchell from U12 Spirit for helping us field a full team after playing a full match themselves! And special thanks to James for filling in as coach this week.

Newtown Spirit vs Corio 0-6

Yet again facing a formidable opposition, but this time team Spirit was not nervous. 

Similar to last week, the first half was low scoring with great play throughout the defence and midfield. When the ball reached the forward line there was no one to be seen. We can’t keep playing with a defensive mindset; we have the ability but we just need to believe.

This week we face the Strikers, friends at training but Saturday we are frenemies!

Looking forward to a great game – Go Spirit!

Under 14

Newtown Strikers vs Torquay 0-2

Despite a 2-0 defeat to a strong Torquay side, there were plenty of positives to take from this performance for the U14 Strikers. Most notably, the improvement in application and effort from previous weeks was clear to see. Every player showed greater focus, energy, and commitment across the pitch, which made this one of our most competitive outings of the season so far.

There were moments of real brilliance in our passing game, and when we strung the ball together with purpose and pace, we looked genuinely dangerous. One or two flowing moves through midfield and into attack had the opposition on the back foot and demonstrated what this team is capable of when playing with confidence and control.

Alex L, Mitchell B and Jack F  were all tireless in midfield, helping to link play and push the team forward at every opportunity. Lucas, Eva, Lily , Alexandra H, Jack P and Elizabeth C all showed great discipline in defence, making several key tackles and clearances under pressure. In goal, Albie made some crucial saves to keep the game within reach, while Chelsea C , Chelsea O, Emily S , Matthew and Harriet fought well and brought creativity and drive in the attacking third.

While the result didn’t go our way, this was a step in the right direction. With continued hard work and belief, results will start to follow. Well done to all the players for their attitude and improvement—let’s build on this performance next week.

Under 16

Newtown Strikers vs Torquay 0-6

This week the Strikers were up against Torquay, and we had a few more of our regular players out on the pitch as well as coach Mike. We were ready to go!

Off to a strong start, the Strikers had the ball up our end early, with Ivy, Jess and Parker all having opportunities to score, but without luck.

Ivy almost got our first goal in a penalty 1v1, managing to get around their goalie to shoot… but a lucky last-minute stretch from their goalie managed to keep it out. Some great skills on display!

Going into Q2 and neither team had scored. Torquay were first to score in a 1v1, and then despite some good defensive work from Cormac and great saves from Kayden, Torquay were able to get another one through. Half time score: 0-2.

In the third quarter things were close again. An early save from Kayden, and some great efforts from Sofia in the middle to get the ball back on to our sticks. Parker had another shot on goal that their keeper just managed to keep out, and then Torquay were able to score a single goal for the quarter.

Without any extra players to rotate, the Strikers had some tired legs going in to the final quarter. Torquay scored early, and then an unfortunate injury for Parker saw him off for the remainder of the game – despite a valiant effort to get back on the pitch. With a player down Torquay had the upper hand, scoring two more goals and finishing the scoreboard at 0-6.

Division 1 Women

Newtown Falcons vs Saints 1-1

On a particularly warm Sunday afternoon, we were treated to an edge of your seat showdown between two evenly matched teams, which saw the final result come down to an after the siren short corner conversion.

Throughout the game, Newtown were able to absorb a significant amount of offensive pressure, with multiple short corners expertly blocked by our backline and a number of stunning saves from Rachel in goals.

Our midfield did a fantastic job of moving the ball up the field to provide our forwards with a number of scoring opportunities, with Kim being able to score a goal to put us up 1 – 0 near the end of the game.

Unfortunately, after shutting down a number of short corners, Saints were able to score an equalizing goal after the final whistle.

While it would have been nice to come away with the win, it was a great indication of the team’s potential and gives us something to build upon over the coming weeks.

Fantastic game everyone, you should all be proud of your efforts.

Division 2 Men

Newtown Falcons vs Torquay Tornadoes 0-4

Division 2 Women

Newtown Strikers vs Saints 3-2

We welcomed a few new players to the team this week, and they all slotted in beautifully. The game was relatively even in the midfield in the first half, leading to more work for our defence team, but Tash, Kirsty and Kayla handled it well, not letting Saints pose any major threats.

Good ball control and speed in the forward line saw Audrey, Clarice and Lara create plenty of attack for Strikers, with some good shots at goal being blocked at the last stage. Zali, Hannah and Andie in the midfield cut off many of Saints forward moves and marked opponents well.

Kristy and Peta used the space in attack well and created opportunities to receive the ball from the defence and push forward to the circle. Great position and anticipation saw Lara score 2 goals for the game, one of these with not long to go in the game. Kristy scored the other after making great leads all game to create opportunities in the circle. Great work everone.

Round 1 of the 2025 Hockey season got underway with teams comprising a mix of players, both new to our club and new to hockey, as well as those who have been with us for a while. There were some great performances and super efforts despite some strong opposition.

Under 10 Stead Park

Newtown Strikers vs Saints 5-6

Taking to the field for the first match of the season, the U10 Strikers were out numbered 6 players to 7, and facing a tall opposition.  There was a nervousness in the air.

Elspeth was quickly under fire in the goals. She stood strong and held off many attempts. With the game moving fast and the Strikers down two goals to nil, Elspeth passed the ball to Georgia who ran down the wing for almost the entire length of the pitch. There was a very noticeable shift in the team’s energy as they realised that they had the potential to match the Saints. 

At the final whistle the result was 5-6. Although a loss on the score card, it was a huge win for the team’s confidence. 

Elspeth was exceptional in the goalie position, three goals to Zachary and one each for Georgia and Harry. It was a brilliant team effort and a fantastic start to the season. 

Newtown Spirit vs Torquay 5-5

In their first outing for the season, Newtown Spirit Under 10s took on a strong Torquay team and put on a fantastic display of teamwork, effort, and skill to come away with a 5-all draw.

Torquay came out firing with a couple of quick early goals, but Newtown quickly found their rhythm. It was clear from the outset that this group had something special, with Charlie making great runs down the wing and Miriam delivering a perfect pass to Eliza, whose first shot on goal was just wide. Not long after, a Torquay pass was intercepted and Charlie pounced, scoring Newtown’s first goal and shifting the momentum.

The game continued to tilt in Newtown’s favour, with strong defence leading to another brilliant run down the wing and a second goal from Charlie. Barely a minute later, Newtown struck again with some sharp passing and quick transition play. Rupert and Albert were solid in defence, holding off repeated Torquay attacks, though the opposition managed to squeeze in a goal just before half-time.

After the break, a single change saw Miriam drop into full back and Albert rotate out. The move paid off almost immediately, with Eliza calmly slotting home her first goal of the game. Newtown’s lead extended soon after, as Charlie burst down the right wing and, with great support from Eliza in the middle, finished off his third goal of the match.

Torquay came back hard in the final stages with renewed energy, pushing forward with strong attacking pressure. Despite excellent defensive work from Rupert and Miriam, two quick goals brought the scores level. Torquay managed one final goal after the whistle, which didn’t count, leaving the final score at a well-deserved 5-all.

A brilliant first match for this new-look Newtown team, showcasing exciting depth and plenty of promise for the season ahead.

Under 10 Lloyd Reserve

Rockets/ Jets vs Rebels/ Dynamos 1-4

There were a few players missing for the first round of the season so we played only 1 game with a combination of players. It was great to see some new players joining us and all showing great skills and confidence despite it being only their first game for some.

There was some great passing with good use of players in space and ready to receive the ball. Back passes and good vision from Nora allowed the ball to be switched to the wings with space to attack and move forward. Great defence in front of goals by Mathilda prevented further scores despite strong attacks by Flynn and Georgia. Everybody showed great attention and endeavour to get the ball, with a great pass from Tully toward the end of the game, having first looked to see where the space was!

With a focus on spreading out more, future games will be even more exciting and skilfull. Well done all!

Under 12

Newtown Strikers vs Geelong Thunderstrike 3-1

Newtown Spirit vs Torquay 0-8

Faced with a formidable opponent, team Spirit knew they were going to have to play to their absolute best ability. 

The first half was tight with only two goals scored by Torquay. Caspar defended well in the goals assisted by a strong defence. The ball was moved through the mid field but it was in the front line where opportunities were missed. The game was fast paced and with no bench to sub in, players started to fatigue in the second half. Torquay went on to overrun team Spirit 8 goals to nil. 

While it wasn’t the result that everyone wanted, it set the benchmark for where the team as a whole needs to play this season. It was the first match of the season, many of these players had only just met each other and their coaches at training a few weeks ago. So now we debrief and begin to build a strong team Spirit. 

Under 14

Newtown Strikers vs Corio Reds 0 -10

This was the first game of the season, and we played a team of seasoned and slightly more skillful players. We had a slow start as this was the first game that this team played together. It took a little time for the players to adjust to each other. Then they started to string a few passes together and at times look dangerous. 

The senior players, Eva, Chelsea O, Alex H, Alex L, Jack F and Jack H, made great effort to launch attacks on the opponents half and we managed to get into Corio’s D. With a bit more team work and talking, it is clear that this team would perform much better. 

Among the newer players to NCHC, Sidak showed great fighting spirit and determination. He has the potential to be a great asset. Lilly, also put on a good game as a defender. Her slap hits were very effective and often deceived the Corio players.  

On the positive note, the team has many areas to improve on. The team will improve on one of two aspects of its game each week and by the end of the season, the U14 Mixed will be a formidable team. 

Under 16

Newtown Strikers vs Corio Red 1-16

This year we have the new U16 age group in the winter comp, and a new game format too! Games are played on a half pitch, with 5 players plus a goalkeeper per side (and it’s Sundays for game day too!). A big thank you to all the parents and players for accommodating the last minute changes – I’m sure it’s still going to be a great season!

Given the Sunday change we had quite a few players (and coach and team manager) unavailable for Round 1. Thankfully Liz and Chelsea were willing and able to step up from U14s and fill-in so that we had 6 on the pitch – thank you both. Also a huge thank you to Brendan for coaching the side, and to Melissa for looking after team manager duties.

The Strikers played Corio Red to kick-off the season, and despite our best efforts Corio got away with a 16-1 victory. Shout-out to Chelsea for scoring our goal – a great effort there given the late call up into the team!

I’m sure the Strikers will bounce back and have a better run – and hopefully a win – against Torquay next week.

Division 1 Women

Newtown Falcons vs Torquay 0-6

A great effort by Newtown in the first half to keep the half-time score to 0-0!

Division 2 Men

Newtown Falcons vs Geelong Blue 0-3

Division 2 Women

Newtown Strikers vs Geelong 4-0

Newtown Strikers began the game well, controlling the play and getting plenty of forward movement. Kim’s shot at goal missed by mere inches and we gave the Geelong keeper and defence lots of work to do.

Peta scored the first goal, finding herself in space just inside the top of the circle, and a strong hit made that sound we love to hear – the ball hitting the backboards. Peta must have eaten all the right things for breakfast because she was on fire – finishing with all 4 goals for the game – often in the right place at the right time.

The defence team of Kirsty, Tash, Alex, Andie, Georgie and Hannah CC hardly let anything through, meeting the Geelong attack early, and Claire as keeper only got 1 touch for the game. The forwards worked really well together with Hanna W picking up anything which came her way and skillfully carrying it into attack. Aimee did the same on the left side in the first half before she had to leave. Kim and Kristy were in good position in the circle whenever the ball travelled forward, creating opportunities with width and space.

A great first game! Looking forward to more of this!

Members and friends aged 6 to 10 years are invited to join us for our Holiday Hockey Eggstravaganza!

Just $30/ child, so come along and join this fun day, and bring your friends too!

Get ready for an action-packed holiday adventure, filled with games, puzzles, hockey skills and lots of fun!

Previous hockey experience is not necessary and equipment is provided for use. Morning tea provided. Everyone is welcome.

Register at
https://www.revolutionise.com.au/newtoncityhc/events/

We invite you to share your love of hockey and bring a friend to try it too. Bringing a friend to training means more fun and motivation for both of you.

When trying a new activity, having a friend to introduce you can boost confidence and help a new player feel comfortable and welcomed. A little friendly competition or team spirit can make the sport feel even more exciting and rewarding.

So grab a friend and join us for this first training session of the year. We will provide the equipment and guidance. Stay to chat and grab a sausage from the BBQ after the session.

🏑 Tuesday March 11 – Hookin2Hockey – 4.30 to 5.30 pm at Lloyd Reserve, 80 Windsor Rd, Newtown

🏑 Wednesday March 12 – U8 & U10 Training – 4.30 to 5.30 pm at Lloyd Reserve

🏑 Thursday March 13 – U12 & U14 Training – 5.00 to 6.00 pm at Stead Park, John St, Corio

🏑 Thursday March 13 – U16/ U18/ Senior men and women Training – 6.00 to 7.00 pm at Stead Park