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VTCA

Caroline Springs Alisha Fowler was named captain of the Victorian Turf Cricket Association women’s team of the year. Fowler was named in the team with her Falcons teammates Caitlin Pretty, Kyah Marum and Hannah Herring and Melton coach Kareena Jacobsen-Logan. In the men’s senior division Sydenham-Hillside’s Stefon King was named in the team of the year, while in division 3, Caroline Springs’ Shiran Rajakaruna, Damith Priyadarshana and Gavin McCallum were named in the team of the year. Burnside Springs United’s Mathew Sanders and Shohan Rangika were named in the division 5 team of the year.

CVWCCC

Melton Centrals have announced that inaugural women’s coach Candace Hulett has stood down as coach. Hulett led the side to two premierships, multiple finals appearances and was also the club’s captain in their men’s third XI side and coached their under-13 side. The club has decided to name the club’s women’s champion player award the Candace Hulett club champion award named in her honour.

EDFL

Burnside Heights remains undefeated in the Essendon District Football League division 2 competition. Facing Westmeadows, which was also undefeated, the Bears came away with a 15.13 (103)-6.8 (44) win. In division 1, Hillside also remains undefeated having beaten Tullamarine on Saturday, 13.11 (89)-9.9 (63). In the women’s competitions, both Hillside and Burnside Heights remain undefeated.

WFL

The Western Rams had a tough day out against Wyndhamvale in the Western Football League division 2 competition. After two really positive performances, the Rams struggled against the Falcons, losing 24.16 (160)-3.5 (23). Caroline Springs had the bye in division 1, while the Lakers women’s side lost a thriller to Parkside Spurs.

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