Moulamein Football Netball Club

Upcoming Football Match:  Moulamein vs Ultima

Pre-Match Insights

A significant event looms as we eagerly anticipate the weekend match: our home match against Ultima on Saturday. Reflecting on our previous encounter with Ultima, it was a titanic struggle for three quarters, but they managed to overcome us and secure a resounding victory. However, one swallow does not make a season, and changes that promise to shift the dynamics in our favour are afoot.

Player Updates and Strategy

We are set to regain some of our A-grade players, with up to four players expected to return, allowing us to release some players back to the Reserves team. Our squad has been plagued with injuries lately, with seven players unavailable, a situation that would challenge any team. Nevertheless, with a fully fit and functioning senior side, we are poised to inflict Ultima's first loss of the new season. Unfortunately, one of our recruits suffered an injury, but in the true Moulamein spirit, he promised to return as soon as possible.

Moulamein plays exciting football, and our ability to unite as one cohesive unit could render us unstoppable now and in the future. Our commitment to be the best of the best will continue as we play more games together and become a cohesive unit.

Match Predictions

Ultima will undoubtedly present a formidable test, but on our home turf, the MCG, Moulamein is projected to win in a thrilling season blowout by 1 point. Interestingly, looking through their red and white eyes, the fairies in the bottom garden have predicted that Moulamein will triumph by 11 points. Who will be proven right? We shall wait and see.

Post-Match Reflections

After the recent game against Hay, the pub was buzzing with excitement. It was great to witness sponsors getting value for their support. Next time, we need to replicate this atmosphere at the complex, as it certainly aids the club in fielding teams each Saturday.

The upcoming match promises to be an exhilarating contest, filled with passionate football and the spirit of competition. As the excitement builds, let's rally behind our team and look forward to a memorable game against Ultima.

Remember, Premierships are won at practice.

This is the message that virtually every coach in the country wants players to understand. Sure, game time is fun and exciting. But it’s much more enjoyable if you’ve put in the time to put your best foot forward.

Football Results

Moulamein v Ultima always promises a fabulous event where some high-quality Netball will be played.

A Grade

We have recruited very well, and a slight loss to Hay with some A-graders missing augers well for a whole side of players, which can defeat the best of the best. I was privileged to watch a lot of the A-grade game, and it was superb. I don’t think I have ever seen a team play so well. I was excited, and we will get better. When you go goal for goal for two quarters, netball is a thrilling game to watch. Hay did not know how to play us as we were like superheroes, the passing and intercepting were a joy to watch.

“Believe in yourself, and your netball dreams will soar.”

B and B Reserve

According to my spies (yes, I have a few), the B grade was never disgraced. This is virtually a new side from last season, and it will take a couple of games to become united and winners like previous seasons.

I must mention the B reserve, although sight unseen, I am told my neighbour was superb.

C Grade

May we all welcome the C-grade netballers to the fold, and may your year be fruitful and you enjoy the year. My mate told me, "A united team can achieve the impossible on the netball court.” So, we envisage these ladies will excel and become a force in the netball league.

The other netball games, whilst competitive, we were not up with Hay on the weekend, but remember it was only game one of a fifteen-game season. I shall endeavour to cover more games this week to promote Moulamein’s netball sides and all their hard work.

14 & Under and F Troop

My fellow passenger and I saw the U14.5 play and F Troop, and we were enamoured with the courage and determination shown by all. One day, they will be the A graders and will do Moulamein proud, as they do now.

Netball Results

Again, one must mention the Hay steak sandwiches, which were impressive and a joy to eat.

The hot dog rating was eight, as when I went there, they had no tomato sauce (two bottles), so that lost them a point.

Function

This Saturday, we will have the players' auction after the game at the Moulamein Bowling Club.