A-League
Western United has secured the services of Grace Maher from Canberra United for the A-League Women’s season. The 24-year-old will add to United’s list of young centre-backs, adding ball-playing ability into the backline. Maher said the chance to join a grand finalist team in its second season was one she jumped at. “I’m extremely pleased to be joining Western United for the upcoming season…I really felt this team will push me out of my comfort zone, making me a better player and person,” she said.
RDFL
The Western Rams scored their highest score of the Riddell District Football League season against an undermanned Diggers Rest on Saturday. The Burras led throughout the contest, but weren’t able to blow the Rams away in a 17.13 (115)-5.4 (34) win. Marcus Calvaresi kicked four goals for the Burras in a best on ground performance. Ryan Tyson was the Rams best. While Melton Centrals’ finals hopes are all but over after losing to Riddell.
RDNL
The Western Rams have moved back into the Riddell District Netball League top five with two rounds remaining. The Rams faced Diggers Rest and were too strong all day, winning 81-38. Malia Seumanutafa shot 51 goals for the Burras, while Maggie Payne moved from defence into attack for the Burras, shooting 24 goals. With Romsey losing, the Rams are now in fifth spot, two points clear of the Redbacks. Meanwhile, Melton Centrals had a 52-42 loss to Riddell.
WRFL
Caroline Springs has slipped out of the Western Region Football League division 1 top four after losing to Yarraville Seddon Eagles on Saturday. The Eagles led all day after restricting the Lakers to just one goal in the first half. While the second half was even, the damage had been done with the Eagles winning, 14.13 (97)-9.12 (66). The Lakers now sit in sixth spot, a game outside the top four.
