WUFC Celebrates Strong Weekend Across the Grades

U14 team. Photo supplied: Joscelyn O’Keefe.  

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Whitsunday United Football Club enjoyed a successful weekend of football, with important wins and strong performances across several grades.

The Under 13 Division 1 side celebrated its first win since May, defeating the Dolphins 3-2 at home. Elaina Hanns starred early with two goals, while Deakin Craven created plenty of attacking opportunities with impressive runs down the wing. Harry Melville added the third, marking his first goal of the season. Charlie Monroe, Evan Stokes and Codie Bakker were outstanding in defence, shutting down numerous Dolphins attacks to secure the victory.

The Under 14/15 FQPL side returned to winning form with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Mackay Lions. Kobe Marjoram opened the scoring before Daly Gillett doubled the advantage five minutes later. Lions fought back in the second half, but tireless midfield efforts from Tyson Fenning, Gillett, Shannon Matthews and Bailey Burke helped WUFC hold on and remain at the top of the ladder.

Division 1 took an important step towards the league title with a 3-2 win over Rangers. Hayden Vanderdrift scored twice, with Caleb Vanderdrift also finding the net, leaving WUFC in control of the title race with two home fixtures remaining. Division 2 Men also secured a valuable victory, overcoming an early deficit through goals from Rale Mudford and Ivan Risteski to strengthen their finals hopes.

Premier Men capped off the weekend with an emphatic 6-1 win over Wanderers FC, while the Under 23s battled to a 2-2 draw, maintaining their position at the top of the ladder.

Contributed with thanks to Joscelyn O’Keefe.

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