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Ocean Grove Voice, May 16-29, 2012 - Page 37
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A grade action from the Ocean Grove Barwon Heads clash.
B grade gained their second win of the season at Barwon Heads.
Toughs days at the office A-Grade: The last two weeks have not been great for the A-graders as they have suffered two heavy losses at the hands of Barwon Heads and Anglesea. Unless they show a dramatic turnaround in form, the finals look out of reach. Coach Megan BlakeUren is well aware that there will be some shortterm pain while she continues to blood younger players and endeavours to mould the side into playing a game-winning style. Round 5: Barwon Heads 70 defeated Ocean Grove 35 After two wins in a row Ocean Grove was quietly confident going into the round 5 local grudge match – The Battle of the Bridge – against Barwon Heads. However, Barwon Heads were “on” from the start and never really gave The Grubbers a look in. A big positive for the team was Elkanah Foott returning from injury. She came through the game unscathed and had an impact on the game up forward combining well with Zanna Woods in the goal circle. Unfortunately for Ocean Grove, Olivia Young had a day out for Barwon Heads in the opposing goal circle and scored 49 of her team’s goals. Barwon Heads looked more assured around the court with slick ball movement and sure passing. Despite the best defensive efforts of Paula Birch and
Lauren Ollis, Barwon Heads got the ball forward with precision. In contrast, Ocean Grove struggled to get any system going in their forward thrusts. Jaimie George and Grace Caldow continued their good recent form and look set for big years. Round 6: Anglesea 67 defeated Ocean Grove 29 Another tough day at the office for the girls, in the wintry like conditions that tested the mettle of all who took to the court. Anglesea’s experienced players adapted to the conditions better than the young Ocean Grove team and the scoreboard was ticking over at a two to one ratio. To their credit, the Ocean Grove girls dug deep in the last quarter and broke even in general play. Ocean Grove was best served by the ever reliable Jaimie George and consistent Kelly Mcintosh. Young Zanna Woods made the most of her limited opportunities in the goal circle and her continued development is proof that the club is heading in the right direction. B-Grade: Round 5: Ocean Grove 45 defeated Barwon Heads 32. The B-Grade girls won their version of The Battle of the Bridge with a disciplined four quarter effort. Sarah Degenaro dominated her patch and continually held up Barwon Heads forays forward. It was a clear 3 vote performance from Sarah but Ocean Grove had winners all over the court.
Luci Ross through the centre and Jess Morris up forward were also worthy of honourable mentions in a very even team effort. The girls were ecstatic with their second win of the season. Round 6: Anglesea 51 defeated Ocean Grove 31. The scoreboard didn’t reflect the eveness of this game. The girls put together some great passages of play and at times looked the better team. The polish of Anglesea showed in the end and they finished the game better. Emma Doolan was a standout in Wing Attack and combined well through centre court with Bree Fankhauser and Sharna McNamara. If the girls can produce their best over four quarters, more wins are assured. C & D Grades: The C & D grade teams are playing some great netball but not quite getting the job done. After a draw against Barwon Heads and a 1 goal loss to Anglesea, the D-grade girls are due for a change of luck and their hard work will surely be rewarded in the coming rounds. Round 5 Best v Barwon Heads: C grade Caily Nash, Jess Grace and Emma Mooney, and D grade Danielle Vicary, Alysha Milnes and Carly Britt. Round 6 Best v Anglesea: C grade Courtney Ractliffe, Caily Nash and Famie Needham, and D grade Cathie Slevin, Jen Van Ingen and Carly Britt. By John Wilkens.
B grade v Barwon Heads.
C grade v Barwon Heads.