FV
It was a tough start to life in FV state league 3 north-west for the Westside Strikers on Saturday. Having been promoted, the Strikers started the season with a 4-0 loss to the Sebastopol Vikings. In state league 4 west, Spring Hills started the season with a 2-0 loss to Melbourne City. City led at half time 2-0 and maintained that lead in the second half to get the win. In state league 5 west, Melton Phoenix played in a physical 2-2 draw against Lara.
NPL
It was a winning return to the National Premier League for Caroline Springs George. Playing in the NPL3 competition, the Georgies bat Box Hill 1-0. Dan Brammall was the goal scorer for the Georgies. The Georgies this week face the Boroondara-Carey Eagles in round two.
A-League
Western United stars Alana Cerne and Kahli Johnson have been awarded scholarships for the Future Matildas program in 2023. Beginning in 2019, the Future Matildas program aims to provide a training environment for the most talented young female footballers to aspire to represent Australia in the future. Led by Young Matildas head coach Leah Blayney, the program gives players opportunities for specialised training sessions with other aspiring national team players in between the domestic Australian seasons. Western United football general manager Mal Impiombato said Cerne and Johnson’s selections were indicative of their hard work and dedication over a number of months.
