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Moama couldn’t get fired up against St Augustines in Kyabram in the wetter conditions. Play got off in a scramble both teams hard at the ball with only a couple of minor scores in the first Qtr. Sam McHale & Zac Antonie were solid from the start.

It was a chance this week for the defense to show their true spirit, like the Anzac’s they battled hard to prevent the opposition hitting the target more often than they did. Nick McKenner played his heart out and was in the best with Kell Warde who battle hard all day.

St Augs peppered the goals, Tyler Thorpe was seeing plenty of action in the last line and was a key in pushing forward. Run from Zac Keele and Jobee Warde was relentless trying to get Moama into the game.

Jaidyn Kerr moved into the back line and instantly had an impact bringing Wade Murray and Dylan Wright into the game. It was a strong defensive game by white with the young guns being shown the way to goals by St Augs, one they might remember. Better luck next week boys.

Awards: Nick McKenner, Kell Warde, Zac Keele, Tyler Thorpe, Jaidyn Kerr, Jobee Warde.

With good rucking by John McGowan and new comer Jeremy Pain gettting his hands on the ball Moama White got its season rolling against Tongala. Zac Antonie on fire kicked Moama’s first goal and finished with three for the Qtr.

The second qtr remained even with Moama peppering the goals, strong defensive play by Sam McHale, Liam Anderson and running by Will Jasiewicz gave the forwards chances although they missed opportunities.

Jobee Warde & Wade Murray battled hard in a strong backline allowing Zac Keele and Jack McHale to kick long into the forwards. Riley Rickard took advantage up forward kicking two goals and handballed off to the running players.

Jasiewicz’s running allowed Tyler Thorpe, Sam McHale, Keegan Hutchins and Nick McKenner to score 6 majors in a goal spree in the last. The skill level and endeavor impressed the coaching staff.

Goals: Zac Antonie 3, Riley Rickard 3, Sam McHale 2, Tyler Thorpe 2, Nick McKenner 1, Keegan Hutchins 1..

Awards: John McGowan, Dylan Wright, Will Jasiewicz, Sam McHale, Zac Antonie & Riley Rickard..

U/17 Moama vs Tongala

Moama played a hard fought game to defeat ladder leaders, Tongala, by 5 points after Darcy Arnel kicked a goal with less than a minute before the siren.
The backline was hammered in the first two quarters, with Dean Eden, Jesse Green and Ryan Brady repelling many Tongala attacks. Moama went into the second half down by a goal, but was able to claw their way back with a goal from Darcy Arnel and two from Nick Cregan in the third quarter. Josh Preston and Jack Harland were lively up forward creating many opportunities.
Harry Shirley was a four quarter contributor. Harry was dominant in the ruck and filled gaps all over the ground to be awarded our most disciplined and best player.
Awards: Harry Shirley, Josh Preston, Ryan Brady, Jesse Green and Dean Eden.
Goals: J Preston 2, D Arnel 2, N Cregan2, Q Albert and D Robinson.

Kyabram Friday Night.

The first quarter saw Moama start strongly with a fast flowing game, which continued for four quarters. Moama tackled strongly, great marking by Fraser Verhey in the backline.

Josh Dickson found himself in the pack with a quick handball to Logan Power which resulted in a goal. Jordon Arthur showed great kicking skills with two goals in the first quarter.

Moama continued to control play, with Tom Smith taking a mark and Jordon Arthur kicking his third goal for the night. Clay McGregor, Todd Murphy and Isaiah Freebrace continually playing great football.

Third quarter Moama still scoring well with Parker Phelan and Logan Power earning themselves with three goals each for the night.

Jai Mc, Ryan Mudge and Clayton Bedford were all involved in good passages of play.

Well done Moama Black the game was definitely a team effort.

Goals: Jordon Arthur 3 , Parker Phelan 3 , Logan Power 3

Awards: Jordon Arthur , Josh Dickson , Isaiah Firebrace , Toby Hore ,
Clay McGregor , Jack Thompson

Tool of the week: Tom Smith