Match report

Match report

Rock Paper Scissors determined that Woodside would take the first kick to start the match, which quickly saw solid defence by Hahndorf and a goal by Lawson Shotton within minutes. Excellent skills were shown by Jensen Ingram just as the heavy rain set in, assisting Joel Bateman's snap for the teams second goal.
With particular help by Emlyn Gilroy ensured the ball remained in Hahndorf's forward, where a big kick by Bateman reflected off the goalies’ gloves, rebounding for Shotton’s taking, securing goal number 3.  Ingram and Sonjae Cook had quick snaps at goal, being oh so close and a Woodside player is still probably feeling the sting of the ball from a strong Bateman kick. The boys from both sides were giving their all.
With fresh subs on and the rain intermittent Jackson Bidgood found the sweet spot on the ball to centre it for a great pass for another goal attempt. Wood and Caleb Earley blocked a lofty ball and sent it straight back to Hahndorfs forward, where a shot from Bidgood just missed. Woodside goalie, who's had his work cut out for him since the start of the game showed a magnificent deflection from a huge goal attempt from Bateman again.  20mins into the game Hahndorf’s goalie Cooper Newman had his first touch, sending it straight back into play.
Great teamwork between all the boys saw fancy footwork rallies and fast paced Stapleton running the ball down the line keeping Woodsides goalie under immense pressure.
A deflected goal attempt resulted in an open goal which Stapleton snaffled and found the back of the net. Bateman tried hard and crossed the goals but his next touch saw the back of the net. These boys are on fire! As the sun came out it was time for a half time break.
A penalty issued to Christopher Haynes sent the ball amidst a foot scramble, where Shotton secured the first goal for the 2nd half.  Fast legs and great moves from Newman and Cook were so close at being successful.  Cook received a beautiful cross to score another goal for Hahndorf.
It was a match that displayed great skill by both teams. The Hahndorf Under 12s wish to thank Woodside Red for a great game.