by Andrew Needham | Apr 29, 2023
It was important that the reserves bounced back this week after going into the game 0-2. The reserves started strong getting out to an early lead at qtr time. As the game progressed though players started to encounter some injuries and the reserves were wounded in the...
by Andrew Needham | Apr 29, 2023
Some difficult selection decisions at training this week, which resulted in a few changes to the side for todays home game against Williamstown. Leading into the game with some good momentum and a healthy list, the players and support crew were confident we could get...
by Andrew Needham | Apr 29, 2023
A frosty morning greeted the guns at Whitefriars College as we took on the top side, Whitefriars. Despite a challenging couple of weeks against quality opponents, the guns came out with defensive intent and a super positive attitude, setting the tone for the day. With...
by Andrew Needham | Apr 22, 2023
Carnival like atmosphere at St Bernards College today. With three De La teams all playing at the Snake Pit, the U19 Blues were able to stand along side both Senior teams and pay their respects to the ANZACS for a minutes silence. We had five players making their...
by Andrew Needham | Apr 22, 2023
by Andrew Needham | Apr 22, 2023
It was hard to know what to expect for our U19 Golds, coming off a 7-goal loss, facing Marcellin who won their first match. It was clear from the get go though, that De La had brought a different kind of intensity and focus to the previous week. Joel Tyquin set the...
by Andrew Needham | Apr 22, 2023
The reserves showed a marked improvement in their defensive efforts across the whole field this week against a good opposition. The back 6 worked tirelessly all game and held up strong. Tommy Robinson was excellent down back taking intercept marks and providing good...
by Andrew Needham | Apr 22, 2023
Finally we were able to get the numbers and have a game after last weeks forfeit. A huge thanks to the 6 under 19 players who played for us and made it possible. They were all awesome and their attitude was excellent. We eventually kicked 3 goals for the game and they...
by Andrew Needham | Apr 22, 2023
The Guns were set for another huge challenge, opening proceedings at Waverley Oval with a game against Glen Eira. A couple of outs as well as a debutant playing her first ever game of footy, Amanda. The opening quarter was a real scrap, with some slippery conditions...
by Andrew Needham | Apr 15, 2023
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by Andrew Needham | Apr 15, 2023
Game opened in light rain with OT kicking to the end favoured by a moderate breeze (according to the Reserves 2022 Premiership flag). OT dominated possession & kicked the first 2 goals by the 5 minute mark! Tense, hard fought play ensued with game being played...
by Andrew Needham | Apr 15, 2023
