Aquinas notch first win of 2025 in style

Aquinas was the story of Round 6, securing their first four points of season 2025 away at Gillon Oval against Brunswick.

Aquinas’s secretary, Taylor Leslie, was full of praise for her side’s determination to grind out a hard-fought win. Leslie admitted that the matchup against Brunswick was always going to be a tough task.

“Whenever we play Brunswick, it always ends up being a bit of an arm wrestle, with both teams making it a contested game, going hard at the footy,” Leslie explained.

The Edwards girls were clinical for the away side, with all their efforts instrumental in obtaining the club’s first win. Leslie was also delighted with new recruit Hannah Jones, who continued her good run of form with an inspiring performance.

The club will be looking to make it two wins on the trot next week, as they begin their preparations to host a mental health awareness match. Aquinas is accepting donations for the round, with a main attraction on the day being a huge slide the club has obtained, giving donors a chance to nominate someone to go down it.

Box Hill North made it four wins on the bounce, downing Parkside by ten points. The Devils jumped Box Hill North early, kicking three straight goals in the first quarter and taking an early lead.

However, Box Hill North hung in there and eventually got it done following a barnstorming finish.

Head Coach Steve Jackson was full of compliments for Parkside, stating that he thought they were a talented and well-coached outfit. Jackson was particularly pleased with his side’s gritty final term, booting two goals in the final two minutes to snatch victory.

Box Hill North are beginning to establish themselves as genuine contenders in season 2025, sitting second on the ladder with only one loss.

La Trobe University returned to winning ways, defeating Hawthorn in convincing fashion. Coach Samantha Greene was ecstatic with the performance, labelling it a “comprehensive team win.” Green was particularly pleased with how her side dealt with dangerous Hawks competitor Emogen Johnson, curbing her ability to get her side moving up forward.

A special occasion for La Trobe captain Jessica Lowry, who played her 50th game. Greene acknowledged that her side had a little extra motivation for the match, rapt that they could get a win for their captain. A tough day at the office for the Hawks, who were unable to register a single point until the third term.

After their dream start to life in Division 2 last week, the Hawks will be looking to forget this weekend’s result, looking towards their round 7 clash with league leaders De La Salle.

MCC recorded the biggest win in Round 6, demolishing Coburg by 53 points. Only having thirteen players on the day, Coburg was unable to compete with MCC but was gallant in defeat.

MCC coach Oliver Platt was pleased with his side’s response following a string of tough defeats. “We moved the ball really well and were able to stay connected as a team across the ground,” Platt exclaimed.

Anna Harris returned from injury in style, booting four goals and imposing herself down forward for MCC. On top of this, it was a fantastic achievement for Athena Asmanis, who celebrated her 50th game by kicking a goal and putting in a valiant performance.

MCC will need to continue their fast and slick game style in order to beat in-form Old Carey in round 7.

A bi-product of regrading and refixturing saw De La Salle, Old Carey and UHS-VU all sit out this week with a Bye. With a week off to reset, the trio will no doubt be tough opponents to come up against heading into Round 7.

As another round draws to a close, the table is beginning to shape up, with teams establishing their positions and making statements as the season progresses. Despite their bye on the weekend, De La is still atop the ladder, undefeated and hungry for more victories.

With a pep in their step after getting their first win on the board, Aquinas will be hungry for more when they come up against La Trobe University this weekend. UHS-VU will host Box Hill North at Brens Oval, while Old Carey will travel to come up against MCC. In the afternoon time slot, Hawthorn is back at Rathmines Road Reserve as they face off against the ladder leaders in De La Salle. Parkside will host Brunswick and Coburg will sit out this round with the Bye.