Match report

Match report

Under a clear sky the match got off to an even start, with both teams taking control of the ball in turn to see it reach both goal ends in the opening minutes of the game. Good passing from Luca Cannavo to Cooper Liddle and onto Jacob Neumann saw the first goal scored early for Hahndorf. The strong teamwork continued with Cannavo, Joash Ng, Toby Perkins and Liddle all working well together to get the ball back to Hahndrof's goal end for the second goal for J. Neumann. Cannavo was strong in his midfield attack and well supported by Jet Zahra and Sam Jansink. The ball remained around the Hahndorf goal with Ryleys Neumann and J. Neumann both skilfull in keeping control for Hahndorf. Liddle displayed strong running, coupled with the good defence fielded from Ng and J. Zahra saw the third goal opportunity converted by J. Neumann. Shortly thereafter Strathalbyn scored an answering goal. The half rounded out with good saves from goalie Angus Mifsud and some long defensive kicks from Ng for Hahndorf.

The second half began with a Hahndorf goal to Pepe Zahra, quickly followed by more cohesive teamwork between Perkins, P. Zahra and J. Zahra. This was followed up by Zack Schwarz and Blane Balcom with long kicks to return the ball down the field to the Hahndorf goal. Balcom passing to Schwarz who converted for a further goal. Liddle continued his excellent attacking game, with J. Zahra on the ball throughout. Cannavo remained a strong player, kicking to clear the ball. The group of Cannavo, Liam Sickerdick and Mifsud were indominatable in defence. The Strathalbyn goalie had some good saves with a few near goals from Hahndorf prevented. Henri Bjordal had an impressive stop of the ball, creating an opportunity for J. Neumann to make a run for a successful goal. Liddle kept up his blazing running, returning the ball for a further score for Hahndorf. Bjordal kept up his work in defence, making it difficult for Strathalbyn to break through. J. Neumann kicked in from the corner and this was quickly converted to goal by Ng. 

We would like to thank Strathalbyn for a great game and the umpire for an excellent match to end the season.