Devils vs Rosetta: 4 nil to Devils

The Devils met and conquered a Rosetta team that was better and more determined than last time we played them.

Our forwards, Millie, Rhianna, Bella (wearing AJ’s mum’s socks) and Bijou (in the second half), dominated play, passing well to each other. This great teamwork produced many shots on goal and only the strong goalkeeping by Rosetta prevented the final score being higher.

Millie pushed consistently through the mid-field, showing excellent control of the ball and was rewarded by 3 goals. The other goal was scored by AJ.

Rosie was hard working in midfield as always, repeatedly repelling Rosetta’s determined attacks. Alice-Mary and Mae were reliable in defence, keeping to their positions well and talking to each other. As goalie in the first half Alice C saved a certain goal, with her strong kickouts putting the team back into attack. Lillie continued this good work as goalie in the second half, strongly guarding between two very wide goal posts.

This week’s practising of throw-ins at training had direct benefits with Millie, Bella, Anna S-M and AJ all seen doing long, high and well placed throw-ins.

Thanks to Stephen for stepping in as Devils coach while Graham (and Eva) were away this week, and thanks also to Alice's big sister Susie for taking these photos.

Nil-all draw beside the seaside

Zero goals at full-time but still an interesting game against Taroona White. The Devils had the best of the play (and scoring chances) but just couldn't boot any goals! Most of the credit for this should go to Taroona's busy goalkeeper, however their team made it hard to score by swarming around the goals - you can count Taroona's entire team (9 players) in the bottom photo!

Our forwards - Bella, AJ and Millie - kept persistent pressure on Taroona, assisted by mid-fielders Mae, Rosie and Tessa who kept feeding the ball forward. Alice Cox had a couple of scoring chances and looked good, as did Millie. Although there wasn't much work for our backs, Bijou defended well against the few that got through. Lillie looked after goal in the first half with Eva in place after the orange break. And Tessa - get some height into those throw-ins and you'll see how useful they can be for attack!

First game back after holidays

Welcome back - I hope everyone's fit and ready for Saturday's game against Taroona White, kicking off 10:00am at the Taroona High ground. Download Term 2's roster via the link and do the same with the new Orange Roster - the first name on the list is Bijou!