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Supportive crowds for AFNC teams

Supportive crowds for AFNC teams

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May 23, 2025

IT was a big day at Rebel Park last Sunday, with the under nine, 10, and 12 footballers, along with all the junior netball teams, taking to the courts and fields in front of a supportive home crowd.
The under nine and under 10 played with plenty of enthusiasm and energy against Broadford. While scores aren’t officially recorded at this level, every player gave it their all and played like superstars. The smiles, teamwork, and spirit on display were exactly what junior footy is all about, well done to all the kids, coaches, and families involved.

Awards

Under nines: Fletcher Lynch, Lincoln Conway, Cohen Pearce and Declan Heard.
Under 10’s: Nate Carter, Koby Williams, Baxter Lamaro and Zac Stephens.

Football

Under 12

THE under 12 footballers continue to build momentum, with numbers steadily increasing each week. This round, the team proudly welcomed four new players to the side, a fantastic sign for the future of the group…

Under 16

Echuca 23.15-153 defeated Alexandra 2.2-14

THE under 16s hit the road last week, travelling to Princess Park in Shepparton to take on a strong Echuca side. With only 15 players available, including Jaidyn stepping up from the Under 14s, the Rebels knew they were in for a challenging day.

Throughout the match, the boys battled hard despite being undermanned, at times playing…

Netball

11 and Under Netball

Alexandra 10 defeated by Broadford 11

AFNC Canteen Voucher: Tess Welsh; Reddropps FoodWorks: Hailey Coghill, Alexandra Sportspower Award: Ava Hill

13 and Under Netball
Alexandra Red 19 defeated by Broadford 21

REDDROPS FoodWorks: Zelda Van Lierop; Alexandra Bakery and Cafe: Jayde Stewart; Alexandra Sportspower Award: Lainey Martyn

13 and Under Netball
Alexandra Black 34 defeated St Marys 10

REDDROPS FoodWorks: Asher Mullins; Alexandra Bakery and Cafe: Ashleigh Francis; Alexandra Sportspower: Zoe Coller

15 and Under Netball
Alexandra Red 33 defeated Broadford 30

REDDROPS FoodWorks: Koa Parker, Alexandra Bakery and Cafe: Megan Kendall; Alexandra Sportspower: Hannah Weeks

15 and Under Netball
Alexandra Black 23 defeated by St Marys 41

REDDROPS FoodWorks: Holly Williamson, Alexandra Bakery and Cafe: Nikita Lyttle; Alexandra Sportspower: Ivy Miljkovic

A huge thank you to all our parents, guardians, and helpers who week in, week out continue to support our junior teams. Whether it’s running water, setting up equipment, keeping score, or filling in at the last minute, your willingness to step up wherever needed doesn’t go….

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