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REPRESENTATIVE TEAMS RISE TO THE CHALLENGE Continued from cover Burdekin Netball Association’s junior representative teams have returned from the Queensland Junior State Age Championships with plenty to celebrate, producing strong performances against some of the state’s leading clubs. The Under 13 team finished an impressive 11th out of 21 teams, while the Under 14 side also secured 11th place from a field of 18 teams. These highly respectable results reflect not only the dedication of the players but also the depth of talent continuing to emerge through the Burdekin Netball Association pathways. The Association was also proud to see club player Luca Lawry selected to compete with QC Netball's boys team at the championships. Luca earned his invitation following a standout performance at the North Queensland School Sports netball championships in May. Luca's journey is a testament to the strength of grassroots sporting organisations and the important role community clubs play in developing young athletes. Netball runs deep in the Lawry family, with Luca's grandparents, uncle, aunties and siblings all having represented the Burdekin Netball Association over the years. Despite being one of the youngest members of the QC Netball team, Luca performed exceptionally well throughout the tournament and demonstrated enormous potential for the future. With his sights now firmly set on representing Australia at the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games, his future in the sport looks incredibly promising. The Burdekin Netball Association is proud to provide opportunities for aspiring netballers to represent the Burdekin region, challenge themselves against the state's best players and create lifelong memories and experiences through sport. Supplied by Burdekin Netball Association Under 14 Team Photo Back row (left to right) Indy Broadhead, Ivy Martin, Chloe Bowen, Eden Godfrey, Charlotte Lawry Front row (left to right) Charmaine Reid (coach), Lily Ahern, Miley Gesah, Makenna Trail, Popi Loizou, Kasey Dobe, Jacki Samwell (manager). Photos supplied
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Burdekin’s next generation of touch footballers will soon have their chance to hit the field, with the Under 14 competition kicking off next Wednesday, July 22. Sign-on will take place from 5pm, with both full teams and individual players encouraged to get involved. Those who nominate individually will be placed into teams to ensure everyone has the opportunity to take part. Games will run each Wednesday from 5pm to 5.45pm, with the season continuing through until November 18. The cost is $60 per player. For more information, contact Bruce on 0408 060 476. CAPTION: Mazlin Smith in action. Supplied.
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Seniors A good weekend for the Panthers. They played four games against Rebels, winning three, losing one and scoring twenty three goals! The Premiers and Reserves were away on Saturday with the Premiers winning 10-0 and the Reserves winning 7-0. The Division 1 and Division 2 teams were away on Friday night with the Division 1 losing 2-5 and the Division 2 winning 4-2. This week, all five teams are in action. On Friday, the Division 1 and Division 2 teams are at home to MA Olympic kicking off at 8.30 and 6.30. The Colts are away to Brothers with a 6.30 kick off. On Sunday, the Premiers and Reserves are at home to Estates kicking off at 5.00 and 3.00. Ladies Day tickets went on sale last Friday and sold out within ours. Did not get a ticket? You can still join in on all the fun at International Park on Saturday 22nd August!’ Calling all Life Members, Sponsors & Old Boys. It’s time to celebrate you! On Sunday August 9th, join us for an afternoon of football, free drinks, and food! Let’s reminisce on all the good, bad, and ugly! Please confirm attendance with Sian Reardon. Premiers – Ayr Anzac Club The Panthers produced a ruthless attacking display against Rebels, running out convincing 10–0 winners after dominating from the opening whistle. Jake Siandri made an immediate impact on his return from injury, opening the scoring inside the first three minutes. Elliott Dal Santo doubled the advantage after ten minutes before Jay Leckenby added a third in the 22nd minute. The goals continued to flow, with Matthew Kolb finding the net three minutes later, followed by Jaidyn Lambie-Fabbro in the thirtieth minute. Dal Santo then grabbed his second of the afternoon in the 34th minute to send the Panthers into the break with a commanding 6–0 lead. The second half began in much the same fashion, with Cooper Kross scoring just two minutes after the restart. Burdekin continued to create chances throughout the half and were rewarded late in the match. Ryan Scodellaro added the eighth goal in the 79th minute before Matthew Kolb claimed his second three minutes later. Jonte Grazioli completed the scoring in the 85th minute, capping off an impressive team performance. It was a clinical display across the park, with the Panthers showing their attacking quality while also keeping a clean sheet to round out a dominant 10–0 victory. Reserves – Burdekin Tyre Service The Panthers Reserves also produced an outstanding attacking performance against Rebels, recording a comprehensive 7–0 victory with goals spread across both halves. Cooper Kross got the scoring underway in just the fourth minute before Jhett Jones struck twice in quick succession, finding the net in the 12th and 13th minutes to put the Panthers firmly in control. Kross added his second of the afternoon just two minutes later, giving Burdekin a commanding 4–0 lead heading into half time. The Panthers picked up where they left off after the break. Jonte Grazioli extended the advantage in the 48th minute before Cooper Kross completed a well-deserved hat-trick with his third goal in the 53rd minute. Grazioli then rounded out the scoring in the 59th minute, grabbing his second of the match to seal an emphatic 7–0 victory. It was a dominant team performance from start to finish, with the Panthers controlling the contest throughout and showing plenty of quality in front of goal while keeping another clean sheet. Division 1 – Austral Masonry The Division 1 Panthers took on Rebels also but unfortunately suffered a 2-5 loss. Burdekin started well but could not convert their chances in front of goal, hitting the crossbar and hitting shots wide. Rebels made the most of their chances and jumped out to a 3-0 lead after just twenty minutes which remained the score at half time. The Panthers were much better in the second half with goals to Krishneel Singh and Jack Shears but a penalty and a late goal to Rebels gave them the 5-2 win. A score that did not reflect the amount of possession or chances on goal that Burdekin had. Despite the loss a good performance from a relatively young Burdekin Division 1 side. Jack Shears and Jack Gimson had strong games. Division 2 – RG Customs The Funkies got their season back on track after a couple of tough games recently with a 4-2 win against Rebels. Jared Giardina opened the scoring before Chris Achille made it 2-0 after only five minutes of play. Rebels pulled a goal back soon afterwards and the score remained 2-1 to Burdekin at half time. The Funkies were quite dominant and in control of the game in the second half. Goals to Krishneel Singh and then James Dwyer from the penalty spot gave the Funkies a 4-1 lead approaching full time. Rebels scored a late goal, but the Funkies won 4-2 quite comfortably and move into 4th place on the table. Masters The Masters numbers were higher despite the cool conditions and featured a pre-play of the England v Norway World Cup Quarter Final. The game ended with Norway winning 4-2. after drawing 2-2 at half time. Best players on the night were Felipe Brazil and Shane Feeney. The Magic Moments were very rare! Masters play every Monday night. All players are welcome, male, and female, useful and hopeless, halt and lame. Be there, International Park for 6.30 Kick Off. Juniors Junior Saturday games are still on a break for the school holidays, but we’re looking forward to seeing everyone back on the field next weekend! While regular games were on pause, four Burdekin teams travelled to Townsville to compete in the Filippo Mele Memorial Competition from 7–9 July. It was a busy three days of soccer, with plenty of great games and valuable experience for our players. Well done to all players, coaches and families involved for representing the club throughout the competition. International The World Cup Is now at the semi-final stage. France plays Spain on Wednesday in Dallas and England meet Argentina in Atlanta on Thursday. The Final will be played on Monday in New York Quote the of the Week is from ex-Manchester Utd and Scotland manager Tommy Docherty “I’ve always said there’s a place for the press, but they haven’t dug it yet.”
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Burdekin Roosters utility Nemia Nawave had a standout game against Western Lions at Bendigo Bank Park on Saturday night, but it wasn’t enough to get the locals over the line, going down 30-24. Both sides played open, fast football in the first half to have the scores 30-18 to the visiting Lions at the break. While the first half was fast and exciting, with eight tries scored, the second half was a dour affair with a lot of dropped ball as both teams tried to get the ascendancy. The Roosters looked the better team in attack in the second session, but dropped ball robbed them of tries at vital stages. Nothing could be taken away from the defence from both teams in the second session, as both fought valiantly to get on top. The loss by the locals sees them now in fifth place on the ladder, and with Centrals giving the premiers from the last two years, Souths, a hiding on Sunday, Western Lions are now equal third with Brothers behind Souths and Centrals. Coach Steve Lansley said the Roosters produced a spirited second-half fightback but were left to rue a costly opening 40 minutes as they went down to the Western Lions in an entertaining rugby league contest. The first half was an attacking spectacle, with an incredible scoreline as the Lions raced to 30 points while the Roosters kept themselves in the contest with three tries of their own. Defensive improvements after the break saw just one try scored in the entire second half, highlighting the commitment and resilience shown by the Roosters. Unfortunately, the damage had already been done, with the 30 points conceded before half-time proving too much to overcome. Despite the defeat, Burdekin never stopped competing and pushed the Lions all the way to the final siren. Mitch Brown was outstanding throughout, while Nemia once again provided plenty of spark in attack and Jake O’Brien impressed with his tireless work across the park. On to Ladies Day and the return of the Home Hill Devils reunion. For Burdekin, tries came from Lachlan Shepherd, Jake O’Brien, Nemia Nawave and Lach Bachbach. Jake O’Brien kicked four goals. In other A Grade games, Centrals caused the upset of the season so far, beating two-time premiers and undefeated this year Souths 50-10, while Brothers and Herbert River played out a 30-all draw and Norths beat Charters Towers 26-14. It was not a good day for the Roosters, with Western Lions easily winning the reserve grade 40-6 over a disappointing Burdekin team. The Lions led 24-0 at the break, and it wasn’t until near the end that the locals showed any glimpse of what they are capable of. Then Pryce Gesah finished off his match with a good try. Coach Peter Horan said he was thoroughly disappointed with the efforts of a number of players. Braiden Di Bella was the players’ player for a good effort, with Lincoln Boccolatte, Luca Lago, Bryce Caltiabano and Calem Saxby giving of their best. Pryce Gesah scored the try, converted by Dylan Doak. In other reserve grade matches, Norths beat Charters Towers 46-8, Brothers beat Herbert River 40-6 and Souths beat Centrals 34-6. The Roosters Under 19s had a bye for the weekend. Only one Ladies game was played, with Charters Towers beating Norths 24-12. Supplied by Brian Carnes CAPTIONS: 1—A grade Player of the match - joint winners are Nemia Nawave (left) & Jake O'Brien (right) presented by old boy Thomas Lammon (middle) 2—Reserve grade Player of the match - Braedyn Di Bella (accepted by Jahi Starr (right)) presented by old boy Sam Russo (left) Photos supplied
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The Burdekin Panthers Presentation Night will be held this Saturday 12 October at Populin’s Hall. Tickets are now available and can be bought online or from the Mad House at Night Soccer.
The next Big Thing locally is the Escriva Cup. This is due to be played on Friday evening, 1 November. The Escriva Cup is a fundraiser held by The SLoBs (Soccer Legends of the Burdekin) to help out ex-players with health problems. Last year fourteen Men’s teams and two Ladies teams took part. Hopefully, we will have more teams involved this year.
Night Soccer
Delta Cleaners Night Soccer’s Week 5 produced just 64 goals from the twenty two games. Top scorers for the Men were Mottin Earthmoving with six goals and BA with five. In the Women’s competition UDS Ladies and Lets Get Messi both scored five goals. Individual top scorers were Jay Leckenby and Sian Reardon with three goals each. Teams are reminded that their Nomination Fees are now due!
Juniors
The Junior season has finished but the Junior social soccer season started on Tuesday.
The Under 7s kick off at 4.00 pm followed by the Under 8-9s, Under 10-12s and Under 13-16s.
National and International
The Socceroos have two very important matches coming up. They play China, this Thursday in the Asian World Cup Qualifying Group C, in Adelaide and are then away to Japan, next Tuesday. China is bottom of the six team group and the match is a ‘must win’ for new coach Tony Popovic. In Japan a draw would be a good result. China has lost both of its games and Japan has won both, scoring twelve goals in the process.
The Matildas have two friendly matches in October. The first is away to Switzerland on 25 October and they are then booked for a friendly against Germany on Monday 28th October in Duisburg. Their next games are not until late November - December when they play Brazil, home and away.
Only two weeks now before the A League kicks off its 2024-25 season. The first round will be played over the weekend of 18 - 20 October. The A League Women will kick off on 1st November.
In the EPL, with all three top teams winning, Liverpool stays in first place, one point ahead of Manchester City and Arsenal. Chelsea and Aston Villa who drew, are a further three points away and Brighton who beat Ange’s Spurs move into sixth place. At the foot of the table all four bottom teams lost and Wolves and Southampton still have one point after seven games.
In Germany’s Bundesliga, Bayern could only draw again and is now level on points with Leipzig. Eintracht is a point away in third place with Freiburg fourth and Leverkusen has dropped to fifth spot. Holding up the league, Kiel and Bochum have both yet to win a game although Kiel did manage a draw this week.
In Italy’s Serie A, four of the top five teams won, and after seven rounds Napoli leads Inter by two points with Juventus who could only draw and is a further point behind together with Lazio and Udinese. At the bottom of the table, three of the last four teams lost with Monza grabbing a point. Venezia is last with four points from seven games.
In Spain, only two of the leading seven teams won. Barcelona and Real Madrid both won and Barca still tops La Liga three points clear of Real with Atletico and Villareal four points adrift. At the bottom of the league Las Palmas is still yet to win a game and has three points from nine matches
And in France, with PSG only managing a draw, Monaco now leads the table two points clear of PSG. Marseille stays in third place level on points with Reims. At the foot of the table, Angers managed a draw but is still the only team without a win, and that’s after seven games.
This weekend is another “International Weekend”. England is at home to Greece, France away to Israel, Italy at home to Belgium and Spain at home to Denmark.
The Quote of the Week is from England Star Striker Gary Lineker “In my day, I wasn't the best footballer, but I was the best goalscorer for two or three years”.
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The Final games of the 2024 North Queensland season were played last weekend in the Crad Evans Shield. At the end of every season the Champion teams from North Queensland play their counterparts in Far North Queensland. This year the eight senior games were played in Townsville. No Burdekin teams were minor Premiers and so were not involved.
In the Main Men’s games, in the Premier Division MA Olympic lost 3-5 to Marlin Coast Rangers and in the Under 23s (Reserves) Estates were beaten 2-3 by Innisfail Utd. In Division 1, Ingham were beaten 2- 3 by Marlin Coast Rangers but, in Division 2, Townsville Warriors defeated Stratford Dolphins 2-1.
In the Women’s matches, MA Olympic lost 0-4 to Edge Hill Tigers in the premier Division and in the Under 23s MA Olympic were defeated 1-3 by Redlynch Strikers Utd.
The Burdekin Panthers Presentation Night will be held on Saturday 12 October at Populin’s Hall. Tickets are now available and can be bought online or from the Mad House at Night Soccer.
Night Soccer
Delta Cleaners Night Soccer’s Week 4 had mostly close games and the twenty matches, there were two forfeits, produced seventy goals. Top scorers for the Men were Mottin Earthmoving with six goals and Hallerwealth Old Grumpies and FJV with four each. In the Women’s competition Shin Kickers scored five. Individual top scorer was Josh Searle with four goals. Teams are reminded that their Nomination Fees are now due!
Juniors
The Junior season has finished but the Junior social soccer season will start next Tuesday 8th October
National and International
With new coach, Tony Popovic in charge the Socceroos have two very important matches coming up. They play China, in the Asian World Cup Qualifying Group C, in Adelaide on 10 October and are then away to Japan, five days later. The China match is a ‘must win’ and a draw in Japan would be a good result.
The Matildas will open their October FIFA International window with a match against Switzerland on 25 October. They are then booked for a friendly against Germany on Monday 28th October in Duisburg. Their next games are not until December when they play Chinese Taipei twice, in Melbourne and then Geelong.
Only three weeks now before the A League kicks off its 2024-25 season. The first round will be played over the weekend of 18 - 20 October. The A League Women will kick off on 1st November.
In the Australia Cup Final Macarthur beat Melbourne Victory 1-0. Burdekin Panthers were one of the seven hundred and fifty eight teams who entered the competition, starting way back in February.
In the EPL, with Manchester City only drawing again, Liverpool have moved to the top of the League, one point ahead of City and Arsenal. Chelsea and Aston Villa are a further point away and Fulham has leapt into sixth place! At the foot of the table Wolves and Southampton each has one point after six games.
In Germany’s Bundesliga, Bayern and Leverkusen drew but Bayern still leads with thirteen points from five games. Eintracht is a point away in second place with Leipzig third. Leverkusen has dropped to fourth spot together with Dortmund. Holding up the league, Kiel and Bochum both have a solitary point form five rounds.
In Italy, the top four teams all won, and after six rounds Napoli leads Juventus by one point and AC Milan. Inter and Torino by two points. At the bottom of the table all five teams lost and Cagliari is last with two points.
In Spain, Barcelona somehow managed to lose 4-2 at Osasuna but still top the table three points ahead of Real Madrid. Third placed Atletico is another two points away with Bilbao in fourth place on goal difference. At the bottom of the league only Las Palmas is yet to win a game.
And in France, after six rounds PSG and Monaco are equal on sixteen points three points clear of third placed Marseille with Reims two points further adrift in fourth place. Only one of the seven bottom teams won and Angers continues to prop up the table.
The Quote of the Week is from Australia’s very own Ange Postecoglou “I was alright as a player. I played for the Socceroos three or four times, but I was a battler - hard at it as we say in Aussie terms.”
Award recipients, Ryan Scodellaro, Josh Valle, Jay Leckenby, Jarrod Camer, with their proud Coach, Leighton Gallagher.
The Panthers came away second best in the Grand Final on 14 September.
The Burdekin Football Club was awarded the Football Queensland Protect our Game Service Award.
After a nail-biting Grand Final game, the boys celebrated the conclusion of an awesome season.
The Burdekin Hockey Association is gearing up for their Hacker’s Cup 5-A-Side Mixed Hockey Carnival set for Saturday 19 October, and is calling for the community to register their teams for what will be an action-packed competition.
The Association hopes to see players of all skill levels take to the Ayr Junior Rugby League Fields, and has extended an invitation for all old, new, and retired players to register.
Each team must hold a maximum of eight players and must field two female / junior players to qualify with all players aged 12 years and over.
Both single and team nominations can be made by emailing burdekinhockeyinc@gmail.com or by contacting Deanne on 0431 125 856.
Hacker’s Cup stands as a great social competition, perfect for welcoming new players to the sport!
Saturday 5th of October 1.00pm to 5.00pm (Patrol Group D) Ben Lawry, Kellie Lawry, Zac Dale, Parker Bonato, Richard Dale, Bella Lawry, William Holt, Sharli Archibald, Danica Archibald, Lisa Vivian, Kristy Wassmuth, Briella Wassmuth.
Sunday 6th of October 9.00am to 1.00pm (Patrol Group B) Terry Lund, Tramayne Horan, Dylan Carew, Heather Scott, Anita Giddy, Jan Hatherell, Gabriel Hatherell, Toby Wilson, Danny Wilson.
Sunday 6th Of October 1.00pm to 5,00pm (Patrol Group G) Carl List, Jimmy Hayilor, James kennedy, Shane Morgan, Ross Blakey, Ross Rickards, Jedd Giddy.
Monday 7th Of October (Kings Birthday Holiday) (All day Patrol Group D) 9am to 5pm Ben Lawry, Kellie Lawry, Zac Dale, Parker Bonato, Richard Dale, Bella Lawry, William Holt, Sharli Archibald, Danica Archibald, Lisa Vivian, Kristy Wassmuth, Briella Wassmuth.
Contributed with thanks to Hockey Vernon.
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On Wednesday 25 September, the Brandon Bowls Club hosted an impressive turn out on the green for a great afternoon of bowling. In the A-grade women's category, two exciting games took place. Lyn Storrie claimed victory over Sandra Darwen, while Darelle Pearce defeated Joy Woods. In the mixed game, the team of Kevin Collins, Vanda Ballao, Colleen Olsen, and Alan Garioch triumphed over Kaye Garner, Ann Newton, Lyn Farr, and Helen Collins.
The Club extends a friendly invitation to the community to have a bowl each Wednesday afternoon with games scheduled for 1pm each week.
Friday 27 September saw warm and humid conditions for an evening of Social Bowls which featured two games of triples. In the first match, Ben Mills, Ross McLaughlin, and Ray Paneccasio defeated Margaret McLaughlin, Peter Lejarraga, and Joe Yipnazar. The second game was highly competitive, with Norm Storrie, Lloyd Shepherd, and Gary Pearce proving too strong for Lyn Storrie, Rob Jorgensen, and Jamie Woods. The overall winners for the evening were Norm Storrie, Lloyd Shepherd, and Gary Pearce.
On Sunday 29 September, one A-grade pairs game was played, with Danny O’Shea and Tony Bayliss facing off against Peter Henderson and Jamie Woods. In a thrilling match that came down to the last end with scores tied, Peter Henderson delivered two of the best bowls of his career, securing a win for himself and Jamie Woods, moving them into the next round.
In the A & B Championship Pairs, Peter Lejarraga and the in-form Kevin Collins took on Lloyd Shepherd and Gary Pearce. Both teams fought hard, but Shepherd and Pearce remained strong under pressure and clinched a tight victory.
Three games were played during the Sunday Social session. In the triples, Ben Mills, Gary Nosworthy, and Leo Kenny drew with Norm Storrie, Henry Hazel, and Vince Beitia. In pairs, Mick McCloskey and Allan Garioch defeated Neville Dickinson and Doug Kiehne, while Ken Ferguson and Doug Robins overcame Glenn Woodford and Joe Yipnazar.
Preparations are well underway for the Brandon Bowls Club Trophy Bowls Night set for 18 October, and those interested in competing are advised to get their teams together.
Contributed with thanks to Lloyd Shepherd.
Sunday hosted spectacular competitions for the A & B Championship Pairs.
The community is invited to come along for a fun afternoon of bowling each Wednesday.
The Home Hill Golf Club hosted a wonderful day on the green on Sunday 29 September for Round 7 of their Pennants competition.
With a few gaps, the Club thanked those players who stepped up to have a swing and celebrated many awesome achievements as a result. Craig O'Keeffe had an impressive round shooting 2 under and finishing with 38 points, and John Power was runner up with 36 points in a countback from Amy Smail. Pin shots went to (4/13) Simon Power, Peter Dale & John-Ross Dale. (9/18) Owen Bauer, Peter Dale & Peter Mackaway.
The Home Hill Golf Club congratulates all winners and have begun gearing up for next Sunday’s Laser Electrical Monthly Medal competition as well as the final Sip ‘n Putt event scheduled for Saturday 12 October.
Contributed with thanks to Megan Barbagallo.
Amy Smail, Craig O'Keeffe, and John Power were victorious on the green last Sunday at the Home Hill Golf Club.
Looking for a sport that's social, exciting, and perfect for all ages and fitness levels? Pickleball is the game for you! Whether you’re new to racquet sports or a seasoned player, Pickleball offers both social and competitive play in a fun and welcoming environment. Join the fun at the Home Hill Tennis Association, in the middle of the Home Hill Race Track where you can enjoy the energy, laughter, and action that comes with every game. No need to be a super athlete - just show up, grab a paddle, and start playing!
The Association is offering FREE come and try sessions and invites the community to come along on Tuesday evenings from 7pm to 8:15pm, and Saturday morning from 7:15am to 8:15am for a swing!
Contributed with thanks to Kate Casswell.
A game for all skill levels, many locals have picked up a racket for a match of pickleball at the Home Hill Tennis Association!
Several perpetual awards were presented at the Burdekin Roosters Awards Night last week with the Prestigious Norm Dee Award for the player showing all aspects of club sprit on and off the field went to A grade player, Tate Brombal. Tate devotes his spare time coaching the Clubs under 7 team which means Tuesday and Thursday afternoon and Saturday morning whilst also attending working bees and Goose Clubs.
Jye Olsen was the most outstanding Junior with Frenchman Paul the Rookie of the year.
Fullback James Munro was the most improved, Joel Mason the most diligent and Nemia Nawavw the most tries with 12, the record held by Damien Quinn in 2001 with 29.
In the Hens, Coach Aniya Hagarty named her players to win awards as;
• Best Back - Martina Monday
• Best Forward - Abby King
• Most Improved - Margie Orourke
• Most Consistent - Libby Campbell
• Coaches Award - Tiana Krujefdt
• Players Player - Toni Daisy
• Most Diligent - Stephanie Monday
• Player of the Year - Abby King
In the reserve grade Coach Chris Perry named his award winners as;
• Best Back - Kyle Ferguson
• Best Forward - Zac Campbell
• Most Consistent - Dominic Augostis
• Coaches Award - Brodie Smith
• Player Showing Grit - Brody Ferguson
• Most Diligent Reserve Grader - Dom Arrate
• Player with Spirit on and Off the Field - Caleb Noah
• Player of the Year - Jayden Sgarbossa
A grade coach Steve Lindley named his A grade award winners as;
• Best Back - Nemia Nawave
• Best Forward - Henry Teutai
• Most Consistent - Lachlan Shepherd
• Coaches Award - Hayden Lanmon
• Players Player - Rhett Williams
To complete the wonderful night, several volunteers were given gifts of appreciation.
Contributed with thanks to Brian Carnes.
With the conclusion of the school holidays registrations have now opened for the Burdekin Touch Football Association’s Junior League. The Junior season runs over the next ten weeks as part of the school term with games played each Friday evening.
Young players of all skill levels are invited to attend the Junior Touch Sign On this Friday, 4 October, at the Burdekin Touch Association Clubhouse from 5pm to 5:30pm.
Students of all skill levels are invited to register for the next season this Friday at the Burdekin Touch Association Clubhouse. Photo supplied
Sponsored by Eathorne’s Intersport, the Ayr Golf Club held their September Monthly Medal on Wednesday 18 September which saw some outstanding performances! In A Grade, Wendy Baker took the top spot, while Shirley Jones claimed victory in B Grade, followed closely by runner-up Gabby Cahill. C Grade was won by Donna Boccalatte, with Bev Andrews as the runner-up. There's still one more opportunity to qualify for the monthly medal final - congratulations to all the ladies!
In a tribute to Ken Peagham, 74 players participated in this Honour Board event held over the weekend at the Ayr Golf Club. The day began with a shotgun start, and the competition was fierce. The Club shared a special thanks to Colleen Peagham, who travelled from Charters Towers to present the awards. With an incredible score of 49 stableford points, Karen and Kelvin McIntosh secured their names on the Honour Board. Congratulations! Runners-up, after a countback, were Shirley and Trevor Jones with a score of 46, narrowly edging out Shane Saxby and Darryl Schlieff. The Ayr Golf Club also wised a big thank you to the Peagham family for their generous prize contributions, ensuring many players went home winners. The Club shared their gratefulness to have this cherished event continue year after year.
Contributed with thanks to the Ayr Golf Club.
September Monthly Medal victors, Wendy Baker, Shirley Jones and Donna Bccolatte.
74 players participated in the Ken Peagham Memorial Day Honour Board event at the Ayr Golf Club over the weekend.
On the afternoon of Wednesday 18 September, twelve bowlers took to the green at the Brandon Bowls Club in challenging conditions. The first game of triples saw Sandra Darwen, Vanda Ballao, and Helen Collins claim victory over Ann Newton, Lyn Farr, and Allan Garioch. In the second game, Joy Woods, Lyn Storrie, and Colleen Olsen triumphed against Bev Garioch, Darelle Pearce, and Margaret Chapman.
Friday 20 September hosted a quiet evening at the club, with many die-hard Cowboys fans staying home to watch the game. Despite the smaller turnout, eight bowlers played two rinks of pairs. In the first game, Peter Lejarraga and Joe Yipnazar defeated Ben Mill and Ray Paneccasio, while in the second game, Margaret McLaughlan and Gary "Mr Bowls" Pearce took the win over Rob Jorgensen and Ross McLaughlin. Congratulations to Ben Mills and Ray Paneccasio for winning the jackpot!
Sunday 22 September saw spectators treated to a thrilling semi-final clash between back-to-back champions Gary Pearce (skip), Len Feeney, Jamie Woods, and Chris Pearce, and their challengers Kevin Collins (skip), Doug Robins, Brett Wilshere, and Lloyd Shepherd. Kevin Collins' team applied pressure from start to finish, delivering a high-quality game of lawn bowls. Kevin Collins’ side emerged victorious, securing their place in the upcoming final. Congratulations to both teams for a superb display of skill!
Sunday afternoon saw 26 bowlers play three games of triples and two games of pairs with the results as follows; Ken Ferguson, Mick McCloskey, and Allan Garioch defeated Henry Hazel, Neville Dickinson, and Peter Jorgensen. Norm Storrie, Doug Kiehne, and Richie Mau triumphed over Glenn Woodford, Trevor Elton, and Jeff Taylor. Gary Nosworthy, Ross McLaughlin, and Vince Beitia bested Jim Murray. Lyn Storrie and Peter Henderson, along with Helen Collins and Joe Yipnazar, took the win against Con Sexton and Leo Kenny. Judy Elton and Ray Paneccasio overcame Rob Jorgensen and Hugh Montgomery.
Contributed with thanks to Lloyd Shepherd.
The Brandon Bowls Club hosted a week of high stakes and big wins.
The club is blessed with a team of dedicated women who tirelessly work behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly. They organise weekly events like bingo and Trimmers (light exercise), and they’re always on hand to help when the club hall is hired out. These women are loyal, passionate, and always wearing a smile, making the club a welcoming place for all. While they prefer to remain humble and avoid recognition, their efforts deserve a heartfelt thank you.
Newbie Bowling Questions:
1. How do I bowl a bowl? First, get a bowl that suits the size of your hand as they come in various sizes.
2. Where do I bowl it to? To the smaller, white bowl (jack) at the other end where your skip will be standing to help you.
3. What is a skip? That’s the leader of your team from the start of play.
4. How long does a game take? It varies, between an hour and a half to two hours, approximately.
5. Are you playing singles, pairs, triples, or fours? That’s decided by how many people have turned up on the day.
6. What is an end? An end determines which way you’re bowling to and the length of each game.
7. Who wins? The closest bowl to the jack from each team. i.e a team bowl closest decides who wins the end.
8. What happens if I hit the jack? If you hit the jack, your bowl becomes a toucher, which is marked by chalk by your skip. It’s still alive when it’s in the ditch.
9. What is a ditch? A ditch is the outlines of the end of a rink. Any bowl in the rink that’s not a toucher is not counted, or left in the ditch.
10. What clothing do I wear? Comfortable clothing and flat soled shoes.
Contributed with thanks to Stormin’ Norman
A new and exciting tournament is set to hit the greens every Saturday in October, offering bowlers a chance to showcase their skills. This inaugural event, marking the club's amalgamation with Queensland Bowls, features a fresh 3-bowl pairs format, with each Saturday functioning as an individual and independent competition.
The dates for the tournament are as follows:
• 5th October 2024
• 12th October 2024
• 19th October 2024
• 26th October 2024
The format ensures that winners play winners and losers face off against other losers in the second game, keeping the competition dynamic. Both the winners and the winners of the losing matches will take home $100 each, with additional lucky prawn prizes at the end of play, generously sponsored by The Prawn Stop.
As this is a mixed open event, male and female bowlers alike are encouraged to participate and enjoy the friendly competition.
Margaret Linton: The Silent Achiever
Margaret Linton, the club’s highly respected secretary, has been a dedicated member of the bowling community for two years. Here’s a glimpse into her life:
1. Where were you born? Brisbane
2. What did you first play bowls? About 2 years ago at night bowls
3. You’re the club’s highly respected secretary. What inspired this? Like most clubs, I accepted the nomination as no one else was nominated
4. What’s your favourite car? The Subaru. 1999 model I had for many years, it was a great car.
5. What’s your favourite TV show? NCIS
6. Who is the person you would most like to meet? Kylie Minogue
7. What’s your favourite food? Home cooked lasagna. Yuuuum!
8. How many in your family? Two children, four grandchildren
9. How would you like to help attract more female bowlers to the club? I would like to see more schoolgirls to play the game as it’s suitable for all fitness levels and is a non-contact sport.
10. If you were stuck on a desert island, what’s the one item you would like to have? Cocktails and wine
Local
Although the Burdekin Panthers Premiers did not finish the 2024 season with any silverware, they were still one of the more successful teams. Individual honours went to Jay Leckenby, Golden Boot Winner with twenty goals, Jarrod Camer, Goalkeeper of the Year and Leighton Gallagher, Coach of the Year.
In addition, in the FQPL Men’s Team of the Year, the Panthers had four players. Jarrod Camer, goalkeeper, Josh Valle, centre back and Ryan Scodellaro, midfield and Jay Leckenby, striker.
The Panthers Presentation Night will be held on Saturday 12 October. Tickets are now available.
Masters
Monday Night Masters has finished for the year and will recommence in January 2025.
Night Soccer
Delta Cleaners Night Soccer’s Week 3 kicked off the competition proper after the usual two trial weeks. The twenty three games featured seventy-two goals with UDS top scoring in the Men’s Leagues with six goals and Shin Kickers with five goals in the Women’s League. Individual top scorers were Tahlia Lawson with four goals and Logan Guglielmana with three.
Juniors
The Junior season has finished but the Junior social soccer season will start on Tuesday 15th October, next term!
National and International
The Big News is that Socceroos Coach Graham Arnold has resigned and been replaced by Tony Popovic. The new Coach has just two weeks to get himself and the Socceroos sorted out as they play China, in the Asian World Cup Qualifying Group C, in Adelaide on 10 October. They are then away to Japan, five days later. The China match is a ‘must win’ and a draw in Japan would be a good result.
The Matildas are booked for a friendly against Germany on Monday 28th October in Duisburg. Their next games are not until December when they play Chinese Taipei twice, in Melbourne and then Geelong. The Matildas have a new coach. Tom Sermanni
has been appointed on an interim basis after Toni Gustavson was sacked. Sermanni previously coached the Matildas in 1994-97 and 2005-12.
Only three weeks now before the A League kicks off its 2024-25 season. The first round will be played over the weekend of 18 - 20 October. The A League Women will kick off on 1st November.
In the Australia Cup semi-finals Melbourne Victory beat Adelaide Utd 1-0 and now play Macarthur who accounted for South Melbourne 1-0 in the Final.
In the EPL, after five rounds Manchester City, who were lucky to draw at home with Arsenal, still top the table, one point clear of Liverpool and Aston Villa, with Arsenal in fourth place and Chelsea fifth. At the foot of the table, Wolves, Southampton, and Everton all have a single point from five games.
In Germany’s Bundesliga, Bayern are still the only team with maximum points and sixteen goals from four games. They are three points clear of Leverkusen, Freiburg and Frankfurt. The three bottom clubs, Bochum, St Pauli and Holstein Kiel all managed to draw.
In Italy, champions Inter lost and drop to sixth place. In fact, only two of the top six teams won. Torino is top of the ladder one point clear of Napoli and Udinese with Juventus fourth and Empoli fifth. Cagliari and Como prop up the league.
In Spain, after six Rounds only Barcelona has maximum points and is now four points clear of Real Madrid with Bilbao and Atletico in third and fourth place. Real and Atletico are still unbeaten. At the bottom of the league only Getafe and Las Palmas are yet to win a game.
And in France, only two of the top six teams won. PSG drew and with Marseille and Monaco both winning all three teams are level on thirteen points after five Rounds. Lens is in fourth place four points below them. At the foot of the table only one of seven teams won, and one drew with Angers now holding up the league.
The Quote of the Week is from West Ham and Chelsea star Frank Lampard “When you take a lot of stick you want to ram it down people's throats…”
Ryan Scodellaro, Josh Valle, Jay Leckenby, Jarrod Camer, and coach, Leighton Gallagher.
Burdekin Panthers Grand Final Runners up.
Burdekin FC President Lawrence Dal Santo accepted the Football Queensland Protect our Game Service Award.
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