FOR the first time in quite a while against Beaconsfield, Pakenham had a great result at the end of the day, coming out victors in five of six games.
A GRADE
Pakenham had a fine win against the strong Beaconsfield team with a great contest throughout. The Pakenham fitness and teamwork gave the players the edge to complete the excellent win in the final quarter.
Scores: Pakenham 57 d Beaconsfield 42.
Awards: Cactus Black Meaghan Atkins, Bubba’s Pizza Michelle Webster.
B GRADE
Pakenham played a great game with all players contributing to a fine win.
Awards: Cactus Black Chantelle Backum, Bubba’s Pizza Bree Czempinski.
C GRADE
Pakenham came off the break with a new line up and faced a tough opponent, Beaconsfield. With lots of determination and persistence Pakenham worked through the game to come away with a deserved win. The defensive end was tight and great movement through the centre court set up the goalers for an accurate game.
UNDER 17
The centre court was a little cluttered at times but the Pakenham players worked it down well to lead at the halftime break. In the second half Pakenham dominated with a super defence, creating many turnovers for the goalers to capitalise on, taking victory by 10 goals and remaining undeafeated.
Best: Toni Dart, Aleisha Tourua, Courtney Gramc, Melanie Tozer.
UNDER 15
Pakenham’s strong goalers established a good lead early in the first quarter. Teamwork and endeavour provided the edge for the four quarters, resulting in an excellent win.
Scores: Pakenham 31 d Beaconsfield 17.
Best: Natalie Horua, Sarah Carroll, Tahlia McManus.
UNDER 13
Pakenham played a tall and strong Beaconsfield team and, after not playing for three weeks, showed inaccuracy in passing that affected the play. The defence stood up well.
Awards: Cactus Black Sophie Tracey, Canteen Rebecca Christie, Bubba’s Pizza Zoe Brown, McDonald’s Tahlia Groh.
