Rangers triumph over rivals

Kyneton enjoyed a great win over Castlemaine in the Under 16s.

Under 16A 
Kyneton District versus Castlemaine
Kyneton hosted Castlemaine at Barkly Square on Saturday on a very wet first day of winter. The Rangers began well with Lachlan McKenzie opening the scoring after 10 minutes. Castlemaine drew level midway through the half, but Kyneton took control with goals two goals to Shaun Dukic, one to Ben Plant and another to McKenzie to give the boys a strong 5-1 lead into half-time. The second half began with Kyneton on top with goals to both James Kennedy and Mitch Lee in the first 10 minutes. Castlemaine was still fighting and added another soon after. Kyneton then dominated with another goal to Ben and one to Luke Knight, before Castlemaine drew one back through a penalty. McKenzie added another to the total to complete his hat-trick, followed by another to Ben. Castlemaine put another in the back of the net before Ben finished the game with two quick goals in the last minutes of the game to lead his team off the park with a 13-4 victory.
Division Six
Light United versus Kyneton District
Kyneton continued its good form with a strong 3-1 victory over Light United. Justin McDermott scored his first goal for the club and Luke Knight scored once again to make the half-time score 2-0. Luke Brien added a third as Rangers youngsters, Ben Plant, Shaun Dukic and Rhys Sartori, benched up their teammates with solid performances. Light scored a late penalty for consolation as Rangers went on their winning way.
This week - catch up round
Metro league six - Kyneton versus Brunswick Zebras at home from 12pm on Sunday.

Girls battle hard in wet

Jessica Larsen

The first Sunday of winter brought with it freezing temperatures and light rain which eventually soaked through to the bone. Despite the wintry conditions, Gisborne Soccer Club still managed to put on a good show for those who braved the chill. The State Four women's team started the day off hosting the league's ladder topper, Lara FC. The game was always going to be hard one, especially with the knowledge that the opposition had planned on an easy thrashing. Those plans however were stunted as the home side only trailed by five goals at half-time. This improvement from the previous time the two teams met continued through to the second half as Gisborne only conceded one goal. The game ended in a 0-6 loss, with Lara sitting comfortably on the top of the ladder, two points clear from second. 
The State Three team experienced a little more success this week against Melbourne University, also at Dixon Field. Gisborne hit the lead early as goals went to both Gill McDermott and Helen Smith. Melbourne University fought back and scored a first goal before Gill McDermott secured another. By half-time the scoreboard read 3-1 Gisborne's way and the home team was keen to extend the lead. Kat Karatsoris scored an incredibly skilful goal from her own corner kick that left everyone watching on in awe. The next corner provided another goal opportunity for Gisborne and defender Kim Hutt scored from another corner kick. As the game continued, Melbourne found spark and soon added another two goals to its tally, these however were won back as Gisborne steadied and Jessica Larsen and Gill McDermott both found the back of the net. The game ended as a fruitful 7-3 win for Gisborne, with Gill McDermott earning a hat-trick. The State Three team sits fourth on the ladder. Both women's teams have a bye this week and games will resume the following weekend, as both teams play at Dixon Field.

Sporting Clubs celebrate Pink Day

WOODEND/HESKET FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB
The Hawks will host a special Ladies Day at the club starting from 11am. Lots of fun and excitement is promised with all proceeds going to the BCNA. The club will host a Ladies Night from 7.30pm at the social club rooms. The cost is $20 per person that includes a free cocktail on arrival, finger food and music. The dress code is cocktail. For more information, contact Jess King on 0423 010 647. Proceeds from the night will go to the BCNA.
KYNETON FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB
This Saturday is the club's annual Pink Day fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Council Australia. Tickets are $25, available at the Kyneton Social Rooms from 12pm. A complimentary drink and food is included, along with live music, raffles, door prizes and a silent auction. This day is about sharing each other's company while raising money for a disease that touches us all and the club would love to see everyone there.
GISBORNE FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB
The Bulldogs will host their annual Pink Football Netball Day when they take on Kangaroo Flat tomorrow to raise support for BCNA. Local businesses will host stalls throughout the day, selling baby clothes, jewellery, sweets, cosmetics and more. Afternoon tea will be served upstairs in the social rooms from three-quarter-time where the ladies will receive a free glass of champagne punch on entry. All are encouraged to bring a plate to share. It will then be time to party the night away at the Ladies Night. You are most welcome to bring your partners. A major raffle prize is a fantastic toddler's car based on the 1950s Murray Comet Pedal Car. Tickets will be $2 or three for $5.
GISBORNE SOCCER CLUB
The club is hosting Pink Day at Dixon Field this Sunday. The club will join forces with Outfit Health and Fitness for the Mother's Day Classic Run Fun from 8am followed by girls and women's soccer matches starting from 11am. A flower stall will be at the ground on the day and canteen proceeds will go directly to Breast Cancer Network Australia. All donations are welcome on the day. Get down to the club and be part of all the colour and excitement as the club works with the community to raise funds for a great cause.