Grand Finals – Season 2024
U13 Results – Dartmoor 1 def Greenbottles Green 0
Goal scorer: Eddie Dolphin (D)
Best on Ground: Henry Fry (GG)
In the Under 13 grand final Dartmoor emerged victorious over Greenbottles Green with a narrow 1-0 win in a game that was intense from start to finish.
Both teams displayed commendable spirit and sportsmanship throughout the game. Greenbottles should be proud of their relentless efforts and the way they maintained their attacking intensity until the final whistle. Dartmoor’s defence and tactical play were equally impressive, securing them a hard-fought victory.
In summary, this match was a fantastic showcase of young talent and determination. All players can hold their heads high, having given their all in a closely contested and exciting encounter.
U16 Results – Dartmoor 11 def Tatiara 2
Goal scorers: Lochie Dolphin 4 (D), Jesse Lewis 4 (D), Eddie Dolphin (D), Kailey Sneath (D), Mason White (D), Oisin Gill-O’Donovan (T)
Best on Ground: Lochie Dolphin (D)
In a thrilling showdown on the field, Dartmoor played Tatiara resulting an 11-2 win for Dartmoor in the under 16s hockey clash. The game was a show case of speed, skill, and sheer determination from both sides.
Tatiara kicked off the match with a bang, seizing an early lead on the score board that put Dartmoor momentarily on the defensive. However, Dartmoor quickly shifted gears, unleashing a relentless wave of attacks. Their swift goals came in rapid succession, showcasing their offensive prowess and depth.
Despite the score gap, Tatiara’s unwavering resolve shone through as they managed to net a second goal, reflecting their fighting spirit throughout the intense battle.
Dartmoor’s dominant performance stole the spotlight, yet Tatiara’s grit and never give up attitude were truly praiseworthy. The match encapsulated the excitement and passion of junior hockey, with both teams leaving it all on the field, demonstrating their strengths and dedication to the sport.
Women’s Results – Dartmoor 2 (4) def Tatiara 2 (2)
Goal scorers: Jane Agnew 2 (D), Kerrie Altus 1 (T), Imogen Williams 1 (T)
Shoot Out Goals: Jane Agnew (D), Kelly Gale (D), Natasha Moore (D), Alice Rainsford (D), , Hannah Harkness (T), Nikki Taylor (T)
Best on Ground: Jane Agnew
In a thrilling conclusion to the season, Dartmoor and Tatiara faced off in a nail-biting grand final that tested both teams to their limits. Following their win the previous week, Dartmoor entered the match brimming with confidence, while Tatiara, fresh from a week’s rest, was equally eager to make an impact.
From the outset, Dartmoor showcased their assertiveness with swift, short passes that applied immediate pressure on the Tatiara defence. However, the dynamic nature of the game soon saw Tatiara capitalising on a lapse in Dartmoor’s defence, finding the backboard and taking the lead.
In the second quarter, Dartmoor ramped up their efforts, pushing hard against Tatiara’s defensive line. Their persistence paid off as they scored their first goal, rejuvenating their drive. Despite their renewed vigour, Dartmoor still struggled to make it through Tatiara’s defence.
The third quarter saw both teams demonstrate exceptional defensive capabilities and attacking prowess, with neither side able to break the deadlock, however midway through the quarter, Tatiara seized an opportune moment, breaking through Dartmoor’s backline to score their second goal.
Dartmoor weren’t going down without a fight and in the fourth quarter they scored the equalising goal within the first few minutes. The score was now 2-2.
With the game tied and time running out, it was clear that overtime was inevitable. The subsequent 10 minutes of extra time were a test of endurance and determination, with both teams displaying remarkable resilience. As no golden point was scored, the game once again hinged on one – on- ones, marking it the second time this season that Dartmoor and Tatiara had resolved their contest this way.
In a dramatic shootout, Dartmoor emerged victorious, winning the one-on-ones 4-2. The goalkeepers from both teams delivered exceptional performances, but Dartmoor’s attackers managed to outmanoeuvre Tatiara’s goalie to secure the grand final win.
The match was a testament to the high level of skill and sportsmanship displayed by both teams. Congratulations to Dartmoor for clinching the title and to Tatiara for their commendable performance throughout the season. The grand final left the audience on the edge of their seats, with fingers crossed until the very end.
Men’s Results – Redlegs 4 def Greenbottles 3
Goal scorers: Jacob Edwards (R), Peter Ingenito (R), Brad Hann (R), Tyrone Coulter (R), Gavin Boord (G), Matt McGregor (G), Scott Copping (G)
Best on Ground: Jacob Edwards
In a Grand Final for the ages, the Redlegs broke their 13 year premiership drought in a pulsating, come from behind victory against the Greenbottles on a windy Saturday afternoon. Players and passionate supporters had to battle it out against trying conditions, but that didn’t stop the game from being a gripping contest from start to finish.
Coming off a 4-1 victory in the last meeting between the two sides, Greenbottles came out hot in the first quarter, with smooth ball movement and passing that was causing the Redlegs some headaches in their defensive half. Scott Copping got Greenbottles first after a smashing shot at the goals, which sneaked its way past Andrew Doecke in goals. However, against the run of play, a stroke was scored by Jacob Edwards after a certain goal was stopped from the body of a Greens defender in a short corner.
The second quarter began with both teams being evenly matched. But as the quarter wore on, Greens started to assert their dominance on the game. Matt McGregor opened up the lead yet again with a fantastically placed tomahawk strike into the bottom far corner, with Gavin Boord quickly following suit with a shot of his own to open up a lead of 3-1 at the main break. The lead could easily have been more, but thanks to some brilliant last line defending from Reds backliners, they kept the margin to only 2.
What would happen in the third quarter was simply astonishing to say the least. Reds came out at a blistering pace, playing confident and quick one-two passes which was causing the ball to come into the circle at a suffocating rate. Peter Ingenito got on the end of a loose ball from the keepers pads to bring the margin back to one after sustained attacking pressure. Tyrone Coulter then got the scores level after a fast thinking, diving shot right in front of the goals. Then the lead was remarkably taken by the Reds after a smart short corner, with Brad Hann finishing the set play with a nice, low shot.
The final quarter was an intense battle for the premiership, as both sides clearly wanted to win. Every player gave everything they had, as the ball constantly moved end to end in a frantic finish to the season. The final whistle blew, with emotional reactions from the players and supporters as the Redlegs were, against all odds, crowned champions of the Men’s division for 2024!
A fitting finale to a phenomenal Men’s competition.
