Elsternwick breaks through for first win in style

Division 3 Women’s football returned with a bang this weekend and with three rounds to go before finals, the race is wide open for home qualifying and elimination finishes to finish the best place possible. Mazenod locked in a crucial victory at home, whilst Albert Park caused spoils as the top two race remains open.

Elsternwick recorded their first victory in Division 3, defeating South Melbourne Districts by 49 points, 8.8 (56) to 1.1 (7).

Elsternwick started the match strongly, kicking the first three goals of the game. Elsternwick kicked another three goals in the second quarter, extending the margin to 33 points at the main break.

Whilst South Melbourne scored a goal in the second quarter, Elsternwick scored one goal in the third and fourth quarter to seal the victory.

Elsternwick had multiple contributions from different players. Lydia Leary finished the game with two goals. Ashira Chait, Emma Curley, Aoife McBennett, Jenna Berto, Alice McAlea and Molly Cassidy all scored one goal each.

Mazenod secured their ninth win of the season, keeping their hopes alive finishing in third, with a 10-point victory over North Brunswick, 4.1 (25) to 2.3 (15).

Both teams were even in the first quarter, before Mazenod kicked one goal in the second quarter, extending the margin to 12 points at the main break.

The momentum belonged to Mazenod in the second half, kicking one goal in the third and fourth quarter. Whilst North Brunswick were able to hit the scoreboard in the second half, Mazenod applied the pressure in all areas of the ground to lock in a crucial win.

Laura Gartland finished the match with two goals, whilst Annabelle Davies-Todd and Amy Ivers both contributed to the scoreboard.

Wattle Park secured their fifth win of the season, defeating Prahran by 60 points, 7.18 (60) to 0.0 (0).

The Cats had a strong first half, kicking four goals in the first half. In the second half, Wattle Park kicked another three goals, which boosts their percentage to 125.16%.

Morgan Bigger was on song, booting three goals for the game. Olivia Walker, Poppy Loane, Ailini Vaihi and Emily Severin all contributed to the scoreboard with one goal each.

Albert Park secured a crucial victory, keeping their spot in fifth place, defeating Old Camberwell by 49 points, 8.8 (56) to 1.1 (7).

Both teams had an even first quarter, kicking one goal each. The Falcons kicked three goals in the second quarter, extending the margin to 22 points at the main break. The Falcons extended the margin and not allowing Old Camberwell any possession or opportunities in the forward line.

The Falcons kicked another three goals to seal the important four points.

Bridget Turner had a day out in front of goal, finishing with three goals. Caroline Ma, Bonnie Grining, Zoe Dargoi and Emilia Larkin all contributed on the goal scorers list with one goal each.

St Mary’s Salesian showed why they are the team to beat when finals come, defeating fellow top four contenders Ormond by 39 points, 7.9 (51) to 2.0 (12).

Whilst coming to the game expecting a close encounter with both teams who love to score goals, St Mary’s made their presence felt from the first bounce, kicking two goals in the first quarter. Whilst Ormond hit the score board in the second, St Mary’s kicked another two goals in the second quarter, extending the margin to 22 points at the main break.

St Mary’s kept Ormond goalless, extending the pressure on the Ormond forwards.

Whilst St Mary’s kicked one goal in the third, St Mary’s sealed the four points and sealer, kicking two goals in the last quarter.

Round 14 provides some must watch footy action. Albert Park host St Mary’s. Elsternwick and host Prahran, Mazenod take on Old Camberwell, Wattle Park host Ormond and South Melbourne face North Brunswick.