Under 9
Redlegs drew Kingston/Lucindale
The weather was wet and the turf was soggy but the under 9s were eager to get moving.
Some talented stick manoeuvres and ball work by Redlegs resulted in the first goal.
The ball quickly moved back down the other end of the field and after some to-and-fro, KL scored too.
Although individual skill levels varied greatly, the overall skill of both teams was evenly matched, and it was a proud moment when the older more experienced kids purposefully included the younger ones. The kids should be proud of how much they have learned this season, which is evident in the flow of the game.
It was an impressive game to watch. Well done to all the under nine players.
Under 13
Dartmoor 3 Defeated Redlegs 0
Goal Scorers Dartmoor: Eddie Dolphin 2, Cooper Foale
Best Players Dartmoor: Kendra Lewis, Cooper Foale, Eddie Dolphin,
Best Players Redlegs: George Law, Violett Burke, Sydney Sommerville
The opening quarter saw plenty of back and forth.
Both teams had a few chances at goal through short corners but neither team was able to find the net.
The play was very even and both teams went back to the dugout nil-all at quarter time.
Darts started the second quarter with an early goal by Eddie but the game steadied again with both teams getting plenty of time with the ball.
A late goal by Cooper put Darts on the scoreboard for a second time.
The half time reset saw both teams come out and play another even quarter similar to the first but another late goal by Eddie was to end the quarter with Darts up by three.
Yet another quarter of back and forth meant everyone was a part of the constant busy play. Reds worked well as a team and kept Darts from scoring.
Under 16
Dartmoor 12 Defeated Redlegs 0
Goal Scorers Dartmoor: Lochie Dolphin, Jacob Lewis, Grace Gale, Ben Durik, Nate Harris, Mason White 2, Eddie Dolpin 2, Jesse Lewis 3
Today was looking to be a great game between Redlegs and Dartmoor, with only slight winds.
Dartmoor scored six goals in the first half.
Redlegs had many great runs into their attacking quarter but were frustratingly unable to score.
Once the second half began, the rain and wind intensified and the game slowed.
Many hard-fought tackles were laid by Redlegs but Dartmoor came out on top.
Men
Dartmoor 3 Defeated Redlegs 1
Goal Scorers Dartmoor: Jack Thompson 2, Lochie Dolphin
Goal Scorers Redlegs: Braydan Peel
Best Players Dartmoor: Will Bayley, Lochie Dolphin, Michael Hutchesson
Best Players Redlegs: Buzz Brennan, Jacob Edwards, Peter Ingenito
Both teams had equal possession in the first quarter and moved the ball quickly up and down the field but it was Dartmoor who scored early.
Redlegs made good use of all players and passed well amongst each other, however, play turned over when Mason White from Dartmoor caught a quick break, passing down the field with Jacob Lewis.
Dartmoor then forced a few short corners, one of which was successful.
Redlegs retaliated with Joel Anderson setting up the perfect shot at goal which was narrowly missed by his team mate.
Redlegs started the second half with the ball and quickly moved it into their attack but lost possession in a rapid reverse of play.
In another Dartmoor short, Redlegs player Tyrone Coulter saved a goal with a spectacular dive.
The boys had the crowd standing with a quick run at goal by Redlegs.
They finally earned a short but fumbled with and lost the ball. Jack Thompson from Dartmoor then went on to score again.
Redlegs came into the last quarter more composed and held strong for the remainder of the game.
They earnt back-to-back but scoreless shorts.
Braydan Peel then found the back of the goals for Redlegs to finally get them on the board.
Women
Redlegs 2 drew with Dartmoor 2
Goal Scorers Redlegs: Hunter Adams (2)
Goal Scorers Dartmoor: Jane Agnew, Kelly Agnew
Best Players Redlegs: Cat Southam, Mollie Reid, Brie Ellis
Best Players Dartmoor: Grace Gale, Jane Agnew, Alivia Lewis
Despite a scoreless first quarter, there was to be much action up and down the field for the rest of the game.
Dartmoor’s Alice Rainsford ran the ball beautifully up the field and earnt a short corner, which Jane Agnew converted.
Redlegs tried to retaliate but strong defence led by Lucy Thompson and Tash Moore kept them goalless.
The third quarter opened with brilliant linking play from Redlegs which resulted in a successful hit at goal by Hunter Adams.
Dartmoor quickly responded with another goal, this time by Kelly Gale.
Strong work by Redlegs’ defence supported their midfielders Cat Southam and Amanda Davey, keeping Redlegs in the game against fast and relentless Dartmoor attack.
Dartmoor goalie Nate Harris was unlucky to be scored on in a penalty stroke, leaving the scores tied at the end of the game.
