EDFL
Jacana has withdrawn its senior and reserves sides from the Essendon District Football League for the upcoming season. The Jaguars, who were to play in division 2, said in a statement they had tried their hardest to regain their senior side, but had to be realistic in their decision to go into recess for this season. The division 2 competition will now have eight teams, including Burnside Heights.
Ballarat CA
It was a tough day for Darley in the Ballarat Cricket Association against Wendouree in the top of the table clash on Saturday. The Lions were bowled out for just 169 with Drew Locke top scoring with 39. Wendouree got off to an ideal start with the bat, finishing day one at 0-37. The winner of this match will be on top after 16 rounds.
A-League
Western United’s women’s side is back on the winners list after two straight losses. United suffered an upset loss on Wednesday to the Newcastle Jets before returning to the field on Saturday against Melbourne City. City got the early lead, before Hannah Keane levelled the scores. Sydney Cummings converted a penalty in the second half to give United the 2-1 win. United’s men’s side lost to Adelaide United, 3-2 on Saturday.
Bowls
Melton finished the regular Bowls Victoria weekend pennant division 2, section 2 season with a big win against Aberfeldie CBC. Already assured top spot, Melton claimed the points on Saturday, winning 102 (16)-64 (2). Luke Spargo, Anthony Holland and Anthony Briggs were the skip winners for Melton. The result meant little with both sides remaining in first and second place heading into finals.
