Soccer
Caroline Springs George Cross made it two from two in the FV state league 1 north-west competition. On Saturday, the Georgies beat Essendon Royals, 2-1. Melton Phoenix had a 3-1 win against Ballarat in state league 5 west. Scores were locked at 1-1 at half time before Matthew Farrugia scored twice in the second half to give the Phoenix the win.
Australia Cup
Melton Phoenix’s brave Australia Cup campaign came to an end last Wednesday night against St Albans Saints. It took the Saints until the 26th minute to score, with the side able to add another two before half time. The Saints would score another one early in the second half, before Matthew Farrugia got one back for the Phoenix. The going was made even tougher for the Phoenix when Lachlan Stafford received a red card after his second yellow card leaving them with 10 men. The Saints would then pile on another three goals to seal the 7-1 win.
Rugby League
Melton Broncos will have to wait another week to take to the field in the NRL Victoria Storm Premiership competition. The Broncos were set to face the Eastern Raptors in the men’s second grade competition, but they forfeited the match. In the other second grade match, the Sunshine Cowboys and Pakenham Eels finished 24-24.
NAB League
The Western Jets continued on their winning ways in the NAB League Girl’s competition. After trailing in the first quarter to the Eastern Ranges, the Jets found their groove in the second and third quarters to open up a 29 point lead. With the last quarter pretty even, the Jets were able to come away with the 10.2 (62)-5.5 (35) win. Caitlin Sargent kicked three goals in the win. The two teams will face each other again on Friday night for a spot in the grand final.
