Well after what was a 4 week break due to holidays and a bye, the 13C1’s took to the court on a sunny morning with loads of energy and enthusiasm. In what was a very quick 1st quarter the girls got out to a good lead, despite a few rusty throws. This lead was held in the 2nd and 3rd quarters with excellent defence shown by everyone on the court. Although we did tire a little in the fourth quarter and the lead slipped away from us, it was still a gutsy effort from all involved .
Molly showed improved movement around the goal circle and worked hard to ensure a good shooting position was obtained. Molly was teamed with Laura Jane in the 1st quarter who displayed excellent support play to Molly, before moving to WA where she worked hard both in attack and defence. Lily followed Laura-Jane into the GA position from the 2nd quarter and displayed accurate shooting in this role. Her combination with Molly formed nicely throughout the game and can only 
improve as we move further into the season.
Emma B and Saskia formed a dynamic combination in the C and WA positions in the 1st half. Both girls were everywhere on the court, showing speed and agility in their play. Emma B, despite not feeling the best, kept her opposition on their toes and moved tirelessly up and down the court, whilst Saskia was assertive in breaking free to receive the centre passes and was gutsy to play on after a nasty fall. Jessica also showed her versatility throughout the game, taking on the positions of WD and GK. She was excellent defensively and tough even when her opponents were quite aggresive in their playing style Well done girls!!
Jessica showed her versatility throughout the game, taking on the positions of WD and GK. She was excellent defensively and tough even when her opponents were quite aggresive in their playing style,
Brittany, also with a 1st quarter face plant, was as usual tight in defence, making life difficult for her opponents to move around the goal circle and get their shots in before moving to WD and then back to GK to finish the game.
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mma P worked well with Britty in defence and is really starting to display a good understanding of her position. She displayed greater movement in the 3rd and 4th quarters, applying greater pressure to the shooters.
Despite, possibly not the outcome that we had hoped for or which was indicative of the first 3 quarters, the 13C1’s are starting to gel very well together and are becoming more aware of each individual’s style and type of play. Our rebounds at both ends of the court are improving and enabled us to have far more ball possession in this game.
Of course, many thanks to Annabelle for her fabulous efforts at training and in preparing our girls each Saturday, your hard work is greatly appreciated.
Great job girls and keep up the great team work!!
Sarah-Jane Barr
13C1’s Manager
