Sarah Bailey
Heelers U12s 6 – 3 Blackburn New Hope Ocelots
After a broken arm saw him sidelined, Jake was hungry for action and scored an epic hattrick. There were several beautifully orchestrated passages of play from the midfield, with great strategic passes that kept consistent pressure on the Ocelot goal square.
A perfectly struck goal from the Yuuki, who played with great agility and determination, as well as brilliant teamwork and timing from Bodie who scored two strong goals. Special mention to Micah, who played an excellent game from defence with several decisive and accurate passes under pressure. Great team effort.
Goal Kickers. Yuuki, Bodie and Jake.
Best on Field: Micah.
Healesville Hearts U13 Girls 4 – 0 Mooroolbark Phoenix
Healesville U15 Mixed 2 – 7 Maroondah United Courage
Healesville started well, pressing early and often, before Pip M entered the scorebook with a brilliant long range, tight angle shot that snuck behind the keeper to hit the bottom corner.
Healesville continued to pile on the pressure until MUFC managed to tie the score on a counter attack. Nevertheless Healesville didn’t give up and not long later Hamish M put the Reds back in front beating 2 defenders and the keeper. This would unfortunately be the last goal for Healesville as MUFC snagged 2 goals in quick succession leaving Healesville trailing at the Half 2-3.
Healesville managed to control big periods of time in the 2nd half but it was MUFC who added to their score once the Healesville boys started to tire, evident that the team hadn’t yet recovered from illnesses.
Goal kickers. Pip M and Hamish M.
Healesville U15 Girls Flames 3 – 0 Berwick Blues
In the final game of the VCFA Girls Gala day in Bayswater, the Flames managed a win to a first half penalty from the ever cool Ella D, a well-deserved goal for the quick footed Kendi L-T and a left footed strike from Eloise S. Special mention to Evelyn B-W for her solid game in defence.
Goal kickers. Ella D, Kendi L-T and Eloise S.
Best on Field. Evelyn B-W.
Healesville Reserves 6 – 1 Maroondah United 4ths
Healesville continued their strong run with a comfortable 6-1 home victory. Tom E scored two and had a hand in two other goals, Will W continued his goal scoring streak with another great goal but it was Johnny H who stole the show scoring a hat-trick, his first goals for the club.
Goal Kickers. Johnny H, Will W and Tom E.
Healesville Women Reds 3 – 1 Yarra Valley
In a tough battle Yarra Valley went into half-time in front thanks to a penalty after a handball in the box. The second half saw a more determined and disciplined performance from the Reds with Kiera S slotting one home early to level the score.
Eloise S found herself one on one with the goalkeeper and calmly finished it to send the Reds 2-1 up. In a tense finish, Yarra Valley pushed hard for an equaliser opening up the game. Kiera S’s brilliant solo effort on the wing and cross allowed Olive B to tap home and seal the win. A special mention to Charlotte A for domination in the midfield and to Hana P for her solid defensive performance on her senior debut.
Goal Kickers. Kiera S, Eloise S and Olive B.
Best on field. Charlotte and Hana P.
PARRY CUP 1 Healesville Seniors 1 – 5 Bayswater Strikers
Healesville took on Bayswater, a team from the division above, in the first round of the Parry Cup.
