Local sport 2016 17 spring summer (low res) by McPherson Media Group

ECHUCA–MOAMA

LOCAL SPORT SPRING – SUMMER 2016–17

ON YER BIKE MATE

Echuca-Moama Cycling Club

TRI HARD OR JUST HAVE FUN YOUR GUIDE TO THE AREA’S SPORTS, CLUBS, STARS AND TEAMS.

Echuca Moama Tri Club

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day out. We’re good sports if you’re hungry. Our Cafe & Bistro have something to satisfy any hunger from 10am daily. We’re good sports when you play. Echuca-Moama’s favourite entertainment venue. 3 bars, Players Lounge and Terrace and more. We’re good sports if you need a lift. Simply call Customer Service on our FreeCall number to arrange your seat on one of our Mercedes courtesy shuttles. We’re good sports with sports. World class bowling greens and facilities, TAB, Sports Lounge and coverage of all the big games and events world wide. We’re good sports with members. Echuca-Moama’s premier entertainment venue is second to none when it comes to members’ benefits. Great discounts throughout the Club including dining and bar purchases, sensational members only promotions and much more. Contact Customer Service today for all your membership details. If you’re not a member of Moama Bowling Club, you’re simply missing out.

ourtesy Shuttle. Call 1800 806 777 www.moamabowlingclub.com.au ABN 58001046939

COME & TRI IT! Splash & Dash training every Wednesday ... Come and introduce yourself!

WANTING TO GET FIT WITH A GROUP OF LIKE-MINDED INDIVIDUALS IN A FAMILY FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT? Every Wednesday night from October the club offers the “Splash & Dash” events which will introduce you to triathlon. Come along and introduce yourself to the crew at the events and ask for some friendly advice, or call the numbers below. Club members will be more than ready

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to assist you on your first outing! Not too confident about one or the other of the three legs? Then get some mates together and come along as a team. No need for flash gear, just a bike, bathers and runners. It’s a great way to keep fit and meet a new bunch of people. See you there!

19th Annual Echuca Triathlon Come and join in the atmosphere of this year’s 19th Annual Echuca Moama Triathlon Saturday afternoon on January 14.

Comprising of a river swim of 700 m, bike ride of 21 km and a 4.8 km run this race will be hotly contested with both individual and team entries.

Located at Hopwood Gardens, you can come along and see the athletes transition from swim to bike to run around the heart of the Port Precinct.

Enter as an individual or get a team together for a fun filled afternoon of racing! www.echucatriclub.com

Echuca Moama Tri Calendar 2016-2017 Season

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5th - Echuca Pool (200 /2.4)

2 - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4) Pizza Social night

7th - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4)

4th - Moama Pool (100 / 16.5 / 2)

1st - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4)

12th - Echuca Pool (200 / 2.4)

9th - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4)

14th - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4)

11th - Swim Training meet at Vic Park Boat Ramp

8th - Winbi (300 / 12.6 /2.4)

8th - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4)

19th - Echuca Pool (200 / 2.4)

13th - Challenge Shepparton half ironman/sprint distance

21st - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4) Christmas BBQ

14th - Morley Auto Group Echuca Moama Triathlon

15th - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4)

22nd/23rd Yarrawonga Multisport Festival

16th - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4)

15th - Wharf to Winery Swim

22nd - Club Championships Winbi

26th - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4)

23rd - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4)

18th - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4)

30th - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4)

25th - Winbi (300 / 12.6 / 2.4)

Steve Loader: Kelley Walker:

0408 380 858 0417 354 132

E: echucamoamatriclub@gmail.com W: www.echucatriclub.com

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LOCAL SPORT CONTENTS ATHLETICS

SPORTSTAR OF THE YEAR

Little Athletics developing healthy bodies and minds �� 24

The secret star behind our sportstar awards �� 15 Sportstar of the Year �� 28

CRICKET Silver anniversary steeped in history �� 18

SQUASH

Echuca Cricket Club �� 19

Echuca-Moama Squash Club �� 24

Moama Cricket Club �� 19 Goulburn Murray Cricket Association �� 20

TEAM OF THE YEAR

Echuca South Cricket Club �� 20

The Riv’s Echuca-Moama Team of the Year �� 26

CYCLING It’s a tough — and occasionally painful — business �� 10 On yer bike mate �� 22 Echuca-Moama Cycling Club �� 23

FOOTBALL

TENNIS Tennis … Give it a shot �� 8 Crossies Tennis Coaching �� 11

TOUCH FOOTBALL Moama Echuca Touch Football Club �� 12

Echuca Moama Masters Football Club �� 26 Moama Football Netball Club �� 27

TOP SHOTS �� 16

Echuca Football Netball Club �� 27

TRIATHLON

GOLF

Echuca Moama Tri Club �� 4

Rich River Golf Club �� 21

Tri hard, or just have fun, with tri club �� 6

CLUB DIRECTORY �� 30

MARTIAL ARTS Wickham’s Martial Arts Centre �� 21

Intersport Bennett’s �� 14

NETBALL

Moama Bowling Club �� 2, 31

Netball for everyone �� 13

McDonald’s Echuca �� 32

Campaspe Aquatic & Leisure Services �� 14

Cover Photo: Six-year-old Des Morgan (standing) and 13-year-old Eli Spiers (jumping) achieved the most PBs at Little Athletics earlier this year. Photo: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Junior Sport with Peter Walsh MP • These are kids • This is a game • The coaches are volunteers • The umpires are human • There are no sheep stations involved Peter Walsh MP 496 High Street, Echuca 3564

Tel: 5482 2039 or 1300 467 906

Funded from Parliament’s Electorate Office and Communication Budget.

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ECHUCA MOAMA TRI CLUB

T S U J R O , D R A TRI H B U L C I R T H T I FUN, W Triathlon is a booming business in the twin towns, with local enthusiasts building national reputations, so SOPHIE BALDWIN dropped in to see what all the excitement is about.

THE Echuca Moama Tri Club supports athletes from beginners through to elite, the very young and even the not so young. Last year the club passed 120 members and they are hoping to increase on that figure this year. Based on the ethos of fitness, family and fun, the club places particular emphasis on encouraging young people into the sport. President Steve Loader said the club offers a timed training course for juniors every Wednesday night — a 200 m sandy river bank supervised swim (close to sand bar), 3.5 km marshalled ride course (no open roads) and a 1.5 km run course. “Juniors must be capable of swimming 200m, own a BMX or mountain bike with working brakes and a helmet. 6 | Echuca-Moama LOCAL SPORT 2016–17

“It’s great fun, the kids have a ball and we would love to encourage anyone along who would like to give it a go,” Steve said. While the club is all about participation it has also tasted some real success with local members doing well on the Australian scene. Campbell Gray placed 11th in the 2016 School Sport Australia Triathlon Championships in Hervey Bay, while four current members Lauren Dehne, Connor and Matilda Terry and Tim Fitzpatrick have been selected to represent Australia at the 2016 Snowy Mountains International Triathlon Union Cross Triathlon

World Championships later in November. Matilda was also crowned world champion at the cross triathlon championships in Sardinia last year, only three short years after taking up the sport. The club’s season kicks off in October with a few sessions at the Echuca pool before moving out to Winbi and runs right through until the end of March.

The senior course length at Winbi includes a 300 m swim, 12.5 km ride and a 2.4 km run. Steve is proud of the fact the club provides the perfect pathway for people to come along as beginners, learn the sport, improve fitness and achieve their personal goals, while also supporting those amongst the group who take the sport a little more seriously.

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“There is nothing more rewarding as a club than to see people come along, start from scratch and work their way up to a level of fitness that allows them to compete in a triathlon, or even a half or full ironman, even if it takes a couple of years to get there.” The club trains once a week and after all the sweaty stuff of training there’s a get together afterwards for social events. The club hosts a state series triathlon in January and last year more than 300 people entered, many having a go for the first time. The race weekend also includes a junior triathlon, a fun run and a 3 km wharf to winery swim.

The club is also hosting a training day for beginner and intermediate members on October 8 and will host an elite event later in the year. Weather permitting a group of female members also meets on a Sunday for an open water swim in Kilkerrin Lakes for additional practice. “We just want to encourage as many people as we can to come along try the sport and get involved. Triathlon is a fantastic family friendly sport and we run a very inclusive club,” Loader said.

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The club is always looking at ways to improve things and last year they introduced an award for the fastest club member over the line in both the junior and senior categories — and are considering a wave start for the swim next year.

TENNIS...

GIVE IT A SHOT! Campaspe Tennis Association The Campaspe Tennis Association is a collective of tennis clubs in Echuca and its surrounding district. Competition is played each Saturday during the summer months, October through March. The competition involves clubs such as Colbinabbin, Echuca Lawn, Echuca South, Echuca Village, Elmore, LockingtonBamawm, Rich River and Rochester. Junior teams competition is played Saturday mornings with the children playing in graded competitions. Senior competition commences at 1 pm with teams comprising of four men and four women competing in three graded sections. Contact: CTA Secretary Daniel Mackrell on 0407 775 387.

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Echuca Lawn Tennis Club

17 Excellent Lawn Tennis Courts Our club offers a well established, friendly facility set in tranquil bushland. We offer a wide variety of competitions and options to play tennis at any level. Regular Events Saturday teams tennis (starts October), Thursday ladies competition (starts October), Tuesday twilight tennis competition (Spring and Autumn), weekend social tennis, Friday night junior coaching and round robin events and Wednesday night junior coaching. Annual Tournaments Easter tournament (this event attracts 300 to 400 competitors annually) and ladies tournament. Please contact any one of our office-bearers for further information. President Secretary

Brian Gledhill 0418 780 142 Phil Higgins 0427 503 875

Treasurer

Chas Sinnett 5482 1994 Andrew Crossman 5480 9690

Coach

Echuca South Tennis Club

Echuca South Tennis club prides itself on being a welcoming family-orientated club. We have excellent facilities at the Echu ca College (Butcher Street) tennis/hockey complex boasting 12 synthetic grass courts. Members enjoy Saturday morning junio r and afternoon senior competition with team s in all grades of the Campaspe Tennis Associatio n. We also enjoy the social aspect of the game with club functions throughout the year. Existing and new members very welcome. Our coach Alenka Hubacek, a former professional tennis player with a wealth of tennis knowledge, conducts coaching clinics at our courts after school. For any information about the club pleas e contact any of our committee members. President Daryl Poole 0418 992 056 Vice-President Chris Potter 0408 317 919 Secretary Craig Rosendale 0423 611 171 Treasurer Tanya Godfrey 0407 942 077 Coach Alenka Hubacek 0425 705 174

Rich River Tennis Club

The complex at Rich River Golf Club Resort boasts nine floodlit synthetic grass tennis courts. The Club’s emphasis is on developing junior tennis both from a competition and coaching point of view. Competitions Wednesday night junior teams competition is run school terms 1 & 4 from 4.30 pm. Monday night mixed teams competition consists of three women and three men. The competition is run each school term and commences at 7 pm. Wednesday night men’s competition is a team format, consisting of four men. This competition is run in Terms 2 and 3 through the winter and commences at 7.30 pm. Winter squad program Rich River is a member of the Campaspe Tennis and Goulburn Murray Lawn Tennis Associations played during October–March each year. Tennis coaching lessons are available all year round with Tennis Australia qualified coach Andrew Crossman. President & Coach Andrew Crossman 5480 9690 Vice-President Secretary

Darren Short 0433 542 549 Sarah Crossman 5480 9690

Echuca Village Tennis Club

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Nestled amongst the horses, roosters and cattle in the countryside a few minutes east of Echuca is the charming Echuca Village Tennis Club. You will struggle to find a more tranquil and idyllic setting for country tennis although you may be forgiven for taking your eye off the ball when a frisky horse bolts past the side fence. Although we might not be the biggest tennis club in the region we have a welcoming new hall and a passionate, fun loving and friendly atmosphere that will make you understand why tennis starts with love. We are hoping to recruit and develop our talent and build on our finals results in the Campaspe Tennis Association from the last few years. We proudly have new uniform sponsors, in the Moama RSL this year, and we are looking forward to great times ahead. No matter what your age, gender and competitive spirit, Echuca Village Tennis Club will have you sending down the aces is no time. There is also ladies social tennis on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12 pm. During daylight savings play commences at 9 am. The social ladies contact is Joy Hooper on 5482 2649. We welcome all new comers and returning members in the 2016–17 season, with practise starting in September. For all enquiries please find us on Facebook, email timharley1@gmail.com or phone 5480 9847.

IT’S A TOUGH — AND OCCASIONALLY PAINFUL — BUSINESS Edie Haley might have had the occasional prang but she gets right back on her bike and is keeping the dream alive as she tells SOPHIE BALDWIN she is about to make the hyper leap from juniors to open class.

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EDIE Haley is made of pretty tough stuff. After all she has been hit by a car. Then in another spill split her head and knee open. And came off her bike and had her skin stripped from her face and body. Oh, yes, and when she was down and not quite out, and a cyclist rode over her head. But Edie has taken it all on the chin, sometimes literally, in the pursuit of her dream to make it as a cyclist. You have to admire the physical and mental toughness of this quiet 16-year-old girl — but then Edie’s mantra of ‘if you fall you just have to get back up and keep going’ is serving her well. Cycling runs in the family. Edie’s dad Dermot Finnegan rode for the Irish Federation Cycling team, competed in the Herald Sun Tour and just missed out on a place in Ireland’s Sydney Olympic team in 2000. He may have got Edie started back in 2010, but it is her own determination and desire that is keeping her going now. “It was dad’s dream at the start and many people have been surprised that I have kept going after some of the crashes I have had, but I do love it,” Edie said. “There have been a few times where I have cracked it and I think yeah, I will do something else, but I always end up coming back, the key is to stay motivated.

Cycling star Edie Haley. Sports mad she wouldn’t mind one day getting involved in sports engineering or prosthetics.

She also has a nutritionist and is learning the importance of food pre- and post-racing.

Edie’s next cycling goal is trying for a spot in the national road series team — a foot in that door will enable her to take the next step.

She follows a specific six week training plan in the lead-up to events, which includes four weeks of hard work, one week of easing up and a week of rest.

She has also made the decision to swap cycling clubs and now trains in Bendigo because there are more female riders for her to compete and train against.

This will be the last year she competes in the junior nationals.

While she is involved in track, road and mountain bike racing she is the first to admit she isn’t a sprinter. She prefers the challenge of long distance racing.

“One day I would love to be able to represent Australia at a Commonwealth Games or an Olympics but I have to be realistic. “In a 35 km road race we might have surges of speed up to 45–50 km/h but we never race at the one “It is a dangerous sport and I have to have a backup speed,” she said. plan in case I get hurt or injured.” The backup plan for Edie includes enrolling in SEDA (a school which combines sporting and academia) in Bendigo. She will be able to train and work on her sport, while also getting a level of education that will allow her to fulfil her other dream of life after cycling.

“It’s fairly tactical and if you are any further back then fifth place, well it’s pretty hard to win from there.” Edie is currently involved in the north east development team in Albury-Wodonga and is coached by former Australian women’s cycling coach Lyn Heritage.

The high point of Edie’s career to date was winning her division in the Austral (the oldest continuous bike race in Australia) earlier this year. “I was really lucky to come away with a win at that, which was an honour, and I was over the moon. “I couldn’t wait to get off the track and ring my coach, it was a big surprise.” Edie is also one of two Victorian recipients of the prestigious Pierre de Coubertin medal — it seems she is heading in the right direction to achieve her dreams.

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CROSSIES

“I am a bit nervous this time. I am not as fit this year because I have been sick but I will just see how I go, they are in Bendigo so at least I don’t have too far to travel.”

E C N A H C E H T P U S S A P ’T N O D TO GET IN TO TOUCH

Moama Echuca Touch Footy Moama Echuca Touch Football Association is headed for a big season this summer with keen interest already shown by old and new teams in the competition which is played at Moama Recreation Reserve’s Brick Alley on Monday evenings. The competition is affiliated with the NSW Touch Association and is entering its 34th year. The competition is run in two divisions being A- and B-grade mixed. The A-grade competition is played at a cracking pace. There are six players, three male and three female, on the field for each team at any one time and substitutes are essential. The B-grade mixed competition is made up of teams with four females and two males on the field. Touch Football has its roots in rugby league but it does not have the physicality or the contact. The game can be extremely fast and skilful and is a great way to keep fit. 12 | Echuca-Moama LOCAL SPORT 2016–17

It can be a great pre-season option in readiness for your winter sport. The game is for all ages with a spread in the competition from 12 to over 60. Some teams are made up of families and friends and even teams from other sports. The Association always welcomes new teams and players and will slot individuals into a team where possible. The aim of our warm-up games is to gauge the

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WINE. DINE. RELAX

interest in the competition and also to coach the new players on the basics of the game in readiness for the competition. So if anyone is looking for a game please get in contact with us or turn up in the first few weeks from September 5 and make yourself known. The competition is very social with a barbecue and a cold drink on hand at the completion of the games. So why not go give touch a go! Season kick off The season will kick off with four warm-up games on Monday evenings starting on September 5 from 6 pm. Teams will need to register by October 3 with the first round commencing on October 10. Games are played in two timeslots of 6.30 pm and 7.40 pm. The competition will consist of 16 rounds allowing for a two-week break over the festive season culminating in finals on March 27, 2017. Looking for a game? Come along to the Moama Recreation Reserve in the first few weeks from September 5. Juniors The Association also runs a junior competition for under-12s on Monday evenings from 4.30 pm during Term 4. There will be two come-and-try nights from October 3 with the season kicking off on October 17.

Touch footy fast facts • The Moama-Echuca association is affiliated with NSW Touch Football. • Like rugby league, the aim is to score a try by placing the ball in the try zone. • Teams can contain up to 14 players, with six on-field at any one time. • Games run for 2 x 20-minute halves with a five-minute half-time break. • Each attacking team has six ‘touches’ in which to score a try. For more information about the sport visit www.moamaechucatouch.sportingpulse.net www.nswtouch.com.au www.touchfootball.com.au Contact For a ticket to your new summer sport contact: Brodie Goodsell on 0427 851 595 or E: moamaechucatouch@y7mail.com W: www.moamaechucatouch.sportingpulse.net

NETBALL

FOR EVERYONE Echuca District Netball Association (EDNA) EDNA provides the opportunity for players of all ages regardless of skill level to participate in the game. Competitions are staged all year round and encourages involvement for players aged seven to veteran, male and female. Offering netball for everyone, the Rockettes All Abilities team have been regular competitors for many years. EDNA provides a fun positive environment to younger players ensuring enjoyment whilst developing their skills. Senior players enjoy the social environment of playing. COMPETITIONS: Tuesday night Senior, Wednesday night Mixed, Spring Junior, Saturday – Net Set Go/Primary/Senior COACHING: Coaches are supported and encouraged to attend accreditation courses conducted by Netball Victoria from foundation through to elite level hosted by EDNA.

REPRESENTATIVE: Players are eligible to try out for selection as an EDNA representative player. Selections are held in November. Representative teams compete at association tournaments in May/June and attend zone finals. Opportunities exist for a player to be talent identified by Netball Victoria at the Zones and invited to the Academy for development coaching. Association players may try out for selection into a regional team.

Further information can be found on our website or contact the netball office. Office Hours : Phone: Address: Email: Website:

Mon, Thurs, Fri: 9 am–3 pm Tues and Wed: 9 am–5 pm. 5480 1725 High Street South,Echuca edna1@iinet.net.au edna.org.au

UMPIRING: A career in umpiring begins from age 12. Beginner umpires are supervised by experienced mentors. As an umpire’s knowledge and skills develop, there are further opportunities to aspire to gain a C, B, A badge.

2016-2017 Events Calendar NOVEMBER

REPRESENTATIVE TEAM TRYOUTS

FEBRUARY TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY

Senior and Mixed night competitions will commence in February. Players must be high school level student or older to be eligible to compete. Dates for these competitions will be listed on our website after November AGM.

APRIL – AUGUST SATURDAYS NET SET GO: 6–7 year old skill based program

targeting co-ordination and ball skills.

MAY

Annual Association and Primary School Tournaments staged.

SEPTEMBER

WEDNESDAYS (after school) Players aged 8 to Year 9 inclusive are eligible to enter their own teams.

NOVEMBER

Representative team selections for players wishing to represent EDNA in 2018.

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Selections for 2017 teams will be staged on Sunday, November 13, 20 and 27, 2016. 11/U, 13/U, 15/U & 17/U players are invited to attend. Eligible ages are as at 30.12.17. Times: 11s & 13s 9 am – 11 am 15s & 17s 6 pm – 8 pm. All players are required to wear a white top. Selection criteria and enquiries 5480 1725.

PRIMARY: (Mornings) Primary School players aged 7–12 years old participate in a structured program which encourages the development of their skills. This module guides players to advance to higher levels as they progress with their netball. SENIOR: (Afternoon) This competition caters for Year 7 students to veteran age inviting team entries..

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Contact EWMAC or visit our website for more information: Corner of High and Service Streets, Echuca, 3564 Phone: (03) 5480 2995 Website: www.campaspeaquatics.com.au

SPORTSTAR OF THE YEAR

THE SECRET STAR BEHIND OUR SPORTSTAR AWARDS Jenny Dwyer has devoted 20 years to the successful running — and growth — of the annual Sportstar of the Year awards and SOPHIE BALDWIN caught up with her to see what happens behind the scenes. THE Sportstar of the Year Awards have been a familiar part of the Echuca-Moama sporting scene for the past three decades. Instigated by former Riverine Herald general manager Geoff Kelly in 1987, the awards originated as a way of recognising the breadth of sports and the achievements of local sporting stars across the Riverine Herald circulation area. Sportstars are nominated monthly in either the junior or senior category and a judging panel made up of five representatives, picks a monthly winner, who then goes on to compete for the overall title. But for the past 20 years the cornerstone of their success has been the Riv’s Jenny Dwyer.

“It is really touching to see them grow and watch their sporting careers unfold over the coming years,” Jenny said. “We have had great winners from many different sports and while it seems we are dominated by football, we have had winners from so many different sports, it’s just great.” she said. Nominees have included stars of table tennis, body

Local identity Brett Sands is the only star to win the top award three times and rule changes in the early 2000s have meant this feat will never be achieved again, the maximum any one person can now win is twice. “Brett has been a worthy winner and he is still out there supporting youth and giving back to the community,” Jenny said. “He has also been one of my favourite guest speakers we have had, along with Olympic cyclist Scott McGory and, of course, Australian netball coach Lisa Alexander.” The awards are held every year in February at the Moama Bowling Club and have evolved over the years to include Team of the Year, Coach of the Year and Spirit of Sport. These awards recognise the role of those people involved in sport behind the scenes, those who dedicate a lot of time and effort into their chosen sport. “We have had great nominations and great winners throughout the years and the Special Achievement Award is designed to recognise people who have significantly contributed to their chosen sport over a period of many years,” Jenny added. “There have only been 10 winners of this prestigious award since its inception.” Jenny estimates to date there have been more than 300 junior and 250 senior nominations over the course of the awards. “It’s not getting any smaller and because we have such great partnerships with Echuca Travel Centre and the Moama Bowling Club it makes for the smooth running of this event.

“There have also been a number of judges over the years who have contributed to the success of the awards which is not an easy job and we are thankful for all that support. “I am very proud of my involvement and I look forward to it every year,” Jenny said. Managing Director of Echuca Travel Centre Allison Yeates has been involved with the Sportstar of the Year for 20 years, aside from her love of travel it is her next favourite thing. “The Award is a celebration of everything sport does for our community and it is a pleasure and an honour to be involved as a sponsor and to also be partnered with the Moama Bowling Club and the Riverine Herald who continue to provide a framework for Sportstar to be prestigious in its recognition of the sportspeople of our community,” Allison said.

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She has a deep love of sport and particularly loves watching the faces of the junior kids as they receive their awards and make their walk of fame up to the podium.

building, tent-pegging, motocross and even croquet, the list goes on and on.

TOP SHOTS

6 1. Local trainers Donna Gaskin and Mick Cornish with Cisco Delago and Jaffar. 2. A Kyabram opponent gets between Echuca’s Mary Green and Jorja Norman. 3. St Mary of the Angels Secondary College, Nathalia’s Luca Allen and Echuca College’s Austin Linaham contest the high ball. 4. Antony Yeates rides his bike on the Five Mile trail to promote the upcoming All Rivers Enduro Mountain Bike Race. 5. Echuca-Moama Cycling Club cyclist Patrick Eddy (left) in action at the 15M A Grade Keirin at Moama Velodrome 6. Cobram’s Brent Downie gets an assist off Moama’s Mitch Eade. 7. Border Raiders and Deniliquin-Swan Hill Combined contest a free kick. 8. Andrew Crossman runs cross court in the CTA Section 1 Grand Final. 9. Echuca’s Jay Steet cops an earful during a marking contest. 10. The Echuca-Moama Border Raiders senior pre-season training kicked off. 11. Echuca United’s Amy Gledhill calls for the ball as she grapples with Numurkah’s Tamara Skinner. 12. Echuca’s Meg Cherry and Strathdale’s Kate Shallard collide during the Regional Super League women’s hockey final. 13. Echuca’s Chelsi Old cleans up as her team mate Sophie Douglas deals with Northern Angels’ Tayla Dempster. Photos: Sitthixay Ditthavong

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SILVER ANNIVERSARY Y R O T S I H N I D E P E E T S Echuca’s Taylor Beard

Whichever way you look at it, Echuca Cricket Club has a great story to tell and DAVID CHAPMAN looked into the club’s latest anniversary.

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ECHUCA Cricket Club has only been around for 25 years but owns a history stretching back more than a century. With the mergers and changes being forced on all country sport ECC is its most recent incarnation — but no name change has slowed down the team in its success on the field. And a quick glance at its records lets them do all the talking. Seven A-grade pennants, nine in B-grade, three in C and one in D — while the under-16 team has won four grand finals. Add to that it has won the prestigious club champions award in the Campaspe Cricket Association/Goulburn Murray Cricket Association 13 times. Club treasurer Rob Owen has been there from the start. He was with the Echuca East club, which was successful in its own right, before it merged with Womboota to form the Echuca Cricket Club. It all began after a decision was made to merge the Echuca and Rochester cricket associations. “Both associations had lost clubs over the years and it was thought a merger would strengthen cricket in the area,” Owen said. “It was looked upon with enthusiasm that it would be the saviour of everything.” And so the Campaspe Cricket Association was born. In its inaugural season of 1991–92 in the new association, Echuca fielded senior teams in A-, Band C-grades. Now the club has teams in A-, B-, C-, and D-grades, one under-16 side, two under-14 teams, and four under-12 teams. The club also runs the popular In2Cricket program and T20 Blast under the supervision of experienced senior cricketers. But its most exciting recent development was last season’s launch of an all-girl cricket side, which will take the field again in the 2016–17 season. The club is equally proud of its junior development, with more than half the A-grade side having played juniors at the club. Club stalwart Jason Harling said it had always been a motto of the club to provide enough teams for everyone who wanted to play a game of cricket. “We don’t turn anyone away. Everyone gets a go.

We don’t care how many sides it takes, we’ll do it,” he said. “The association has put a limit of two internationals per club but if we did that it would mean two kids would miss out. “When you look at it, half your kids who have come through the juniors go off to uni and you don’t see them again, but the other half hang around and they make your club.” Echuca East and Womboota shared the Victoria Park ground and it’s where the current Echuca club has its base. The club offers great training facilities with four synthetic nets, improved centre wicket area and an electronic scoreboard for playing days. Echuca now plays in the Goulburn Murray Cricket Association, which was formed a few years ago following the amalgamation of the Campaspe and Kyabram competitions. Echuca won its first A-grade pennant in 1993–94, the same season in which David Jackson scored the team’s (still) record score of 210 not out. Last season the power hitting all-rounder Taylor Beard came so close to breaking that record, falling just nine runs short with 201. Another of the club’s top bats was Barry Findlay, who played at Eaglehawk and also spent time at Premier Cricket club Footscray-Edgewater. Findlay made 194 in 1998–99 and still heads the club’s A-grade batting averages with an impressive 56.56. The best bowling figures came last season when Taylor Beard snared 8–45 against Rochester Tigers. Prior to that Jason Carlisle claimed a remarkable 7–15 against Echuca South in 2008–09. The club’s 25-year history is peppered with similarly impressive records. Simon Maddox has played the most games of 224 and with 353 has also taken the most wickets. Not surprisingly he has also collected the most fivewicket hauls of 11. Steve Tonkin holds the honour of appearing in the most premiership sides with a total of nine to his name. Even Harling himself has several notable figures to his name, including 7–83 in a grand final win over Mathoura in 1997–98. That pennant was part of a golden era for the club and came in the middle of a hat-trick of premierships for the A-grade side, having won the pennant the previous season and again in 1998–99. Owen believes the formation of the Echuca Cricket Club has been a good thing for cricket in the region as it has developed a healthy rivalry between

themselves and Echuca South and Moama. The club’s history continues as it prepares for what promises to be another competitive season in 2016–17. Last season the club’s A-, B-, C- and D-grade senior teams made the finals with C-grade reaching the grand final but missed out on securing the pennant. Brendan Prendergast is back again as the A-grade coach and his philosophy to the game was epitomised in words he penned in the club’s handbook three years ago. “It is my role to ensure that the Echuca Cricket Club is an environment where everyone can communicate with each other and discover ways to improve their game on an individual, team and club level,” Prendergast said. “We will strive to develop high performing individuals both on and off the field and that everyone who comes to the club leaves it a better cricketer and person than when they entered. “I find this is best achieved when people are enjoying their participation and to this end there will be plenty of fun to be had. “After all, cricket is a game to be enjoyed.” Celebrations for the club’s 25th anniversary will be finalised during the course of the season.

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Echuca Cricket Club might have only been established in 1991 but it was born out of a century of sporting commitment — first with the Echuca Cricket Association, then Campaspe and today as an integral part of the Goulburn Murray Cricket Association. And through all that change the club has been headquartered at Victoria Park, traditionally Echuca’s main sporting venue. This season the club will field senior teams in A-, B-, C- and D-grade and juniors in under-12, 14 and 16. Echuca Cricket Club also runs the popular In2Cricket program and the hugelysuccessful T20 Blast — all under the supervision of experienced senior cricketers. The 2016–17 season will also be our second year fielding an all-girl cricket side. Its establishment last season was a major turning point for our club as the girls have proved a success from the word go. And looking back over the 25 years of our club in its present incarnation it is a remarkable story of success — we have been club champions 13 times, seen the A-grade win seven grand finals; B-grade win nine; C-grade three and D-grade one. In the juniors the 16s have won four.

Last season all senior teams made the finals, C-grade reached the grand final. This season the club is planning to field teams in all grades and is always looking for new players to join our proud, successful and friendly ranks — and hopefully be part of another winning grand final. We have great training facilities, including four synthetic nets, an improved centre wicket area and an electronic scoreboard for match days. Brendan Prendergast has been reappointed as senior coach for another season and he will be steering an exciting mixture of youth and experience at the club.

President Secretary Treasurer Club Coach

As we are also affiliated with Cricket Victoria it means we can provide our members with pathways into representative cricket as well.

Website:

If you are looking for a game, or a new club, contact us and be part of one of local cricket’s great stories.

Tim Hawker 0417 558 440 | tim.hawker@ihgroup.com.au Jeff Shannon 0418 365 683 | echucacc@hotmail.com Rob Owen 03 54822493 | harling71@hotmail.com Brendan Prendergast 0409 564 284 brendan.prendergast@lockwoods.com.au www.echuca.vic.cricket.com.au

THE MOAMA CRICKET CLUB Ongoing success at Moama

The Moama Cricket Club will field teams in A-, B-, C- as well as a D-grade again this season. Once again we will have two teams in each of the under-16, under-14 and under-12 age groups in season 2016–2017. Our very successful MILO In2cricket and MILO T20 blast will once again run and continue to grow. Please come and share the success with us!

Anthony McMahon

Our facilities

In conjunction with the Murray Shire, our new curator and our hard working committee of volunteers Moama Cricket Club boasts the best facilities in the district.

Todd Murphy

Perricoota Rd, Moama When: September to March Training: A-,B-,C- & D-grade: Tuesday & Thursday Juniors Wednesday Contact: Seniors – Brian Harland 0418 581 860 Juniors – Barry Moyle 0428 709 903 Email: moamacricket@hotmail.com

Paul Jacobs A-grade coach

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An immaculate outfield, well prepared wickets, electronic scoreboard, new upgraded training facility and superb spectator areas all contribute to the excellent playing and viewing experience. All our coaches are accredited to ensure our players are given the best possible opportunity to develop their skills as part of successful teams.

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T INVOLVED IN LOCAL CRICKE

Goulburn Murray Cricket Cricket has been an established team sport for hundreds of years and is one of the most popular games in the world. Goulburn Murray Cricket is dedicated to supporting and improving our local cricket, with an emphasis being placed on developing our junior cricketers. Children playing cricket learn cooperation and other social skills, while building a sense of pride and accomplishment when their team wins. Even adults can enjoy the opportunity to foster friendships outside of the office. Victory is all the sweeter when shared!

BAMAWM-LOCKINGTON UNITED Paul Colbert – 0413 456 345 colbert078@gmail.com COLBINABBIN Bill West – 0428 520 444 wjwest37@hotmail.com COOMA Russell Barrett – 0438 942 705 russell@knightskyabram.com.au ECHUCA Jeff Shannon – 0418 365 683 echucacc@hotmail.com ECHUCA SOUTH Allan Holder – 0408 348 031 aholder1@bigpond.net.au GIRGARRE Dean Shay – 0418 598 712 dshay2109@gmail.com

KYABRAM FIRE BRIGADE Justin Hooper – 0431 647 949 Juzyhooper@hotmail.com MOAMA CRICKET CLUB Brian Harland – 0418 581 860 moamacricket@hotmail.com NORTHERN UNITED Anthony Hogg – (03) 5884 3276 kerryhams@gmail.com ROCHESTER TIGERS Brad Major – 0409 841 300 brad.major@majorsiga.com ROCHESTER UNITED Brendan Martin – 0419 325 505 rochesterunitedcc@outlook.com RUSHWORTH Stephen Kealy – (03) 5856 1816 ske40730@bigpond.net.au

STANHOPE Graeme Luker – 0428 475 469 stanhopecc@gmail.com TONGALA Brendan McGrath – 0448 503 070 brendan@bmwelding.com.au

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ECHUCA SOUTH CRICKET CLUB It’s a great time to start your cricket career

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CONTACTS PO Box 867 Echuca 3564 President: Craig Dyson 0419 576 491 Vice President: Ben Eade Coach: Brad “Turtle” Jones 0418 399 994 Juniors: Gary Williams 0409 469 088 Website: http://www.echucasouthcc.com.au

The Echuca South Cricket Club was formed in 1953–54 and our home ground is the Echuca South Recreation Reserve, adjacent to the Basketball Stadium, not far from the traffic lights with KFC on the corner. As a club we are strongly focused on being an enjoyable place to play cricket. Our culture of encouraging inclusion and participation, for men and women of any age, is underpinned by a desire for success. THE 2016–17 SEASON The club is pleased to announce that Brad “Turtle” Jones will be coach for the upcoming season and Jayden Rosin named captain. With this appointment we look forward to the season ahead, with new players coming to the club and the return of some past players bolstering stocks. Our A-grade will continue to develop around the exciting talent at the club, guided by the more experienced players, and will be looking for significant improvement in results this season. Our B-grade is looking strong again this year with Cameron McMullan leading the side. With young cricketers coming through from under-16s and an increase in senior numbers, competition for spots will be strong and with nearly making the finals last season, the hunger for more success this year will be a driving force. Our C-grade focuses on being a good platform for our young cricketers to experience senior cricket. The addition of a few experienced players will strengthen this group this season. Our junior coordinator this year is Gary Williams who has coached our junior teams for a number of years and has great support from the other coaches and parents.

THE COMING SEASON Echuca South Cricket Club is a great place to make a start. We can promise to help you develop your cricket skills, as our club enters an exciting new phase of renewal. We have great gear, good facilities, and great people in place to help you get the best out of yourselves in a friendly fun environment. Our under-16s train on Tuesday afternoon from 4.30 pm, and play on Friday afternoons after school finishes. Our under-14s train on Sunday morning from 11am at Echuca South oval and play on Thursday afternoons after school. Our under-12s train on Sundays at 10 am and play on Wednesday afternoons. Just come on down to the oval for training — you don’t need mum or dad with you, but they would be very welcome, if they want to come along. Both boys and girls welcome. In the coming 2016–17 season the club will be fielding three senior teams, along with U-16, U-14 and U-12 teams. We will also conduct a MILO T20Blast and MILO IN2 Cricket program for primary school aged children. Seniors training Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 pm. U-16 training on Tuesday afternoons 4.30 pm–6 pm. SENIOR-grades: A, B, C. JUNIOR-grades: Under-16, under-14, under-12 and Milo IN2 Cricket TRAINING The U-16, U-14 and U-12 °Cricket Training will start on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 at 10 am Online registrations and payments can be made via out website — www.echucasouthcc.com.au/registrations

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CYCLING

E T A M E K I B R E ON Y local club Getting into the spin with your

Rising from the ashes of senseless vandalism at its Moama headquarters the local cycling club is back on track and looking for new members reports SOPHIE BALDWIN. 22 | Echuca-Moama LOCAL SPORT 2016–17

THE Echuca-Moama Cycling Club provides a great start for young riders looking to learn the skills of track cycling in a safe and supportive way. President Chris Eddy has been involved in the club for the past four years and he reckons track cycling is a great sport. “We have a safe venue, a supportive environment and we offer kids a great introduction to the sport. We start off with basic bike skills and introduce racing formats as they progress,” Chris said. “All you need to bring along is a bike helmet, sneakers to start off with, shorts and a shirt with sleeves.

“There are a few skills to learn about track riding, such as riding close to people, but we provide all of that in a safe environment,” he said. The season kicks off in October and this year the club will offer a Monday night skill focused session, followed by a Tuesday night which sees kids split up into ability/experience groups and enjoy some track racing. Sessions start from 5.30 pm and will run for a couple of hours. “We are a pretty social group and we usually have a barbecue afterwards. We encourage parents to come along and get involved.” The club is looking forward to the future after a terrible start to the year, where vandals destroyed the clubrooms and set fire to the bike shed, destroying thousands of dollars’ worth of bikes. “We have got 14 brand new bikes ready to go now and we will get a few more down the track. The bikes cater for kids up to about 14 years of age.” The club has fostered some serious talent on the

track with Pat Eddy currently leading the under-15 age group. He took top spot in the 2016 under-15 aggregate junior series, finishing first in all three races across the event and ending 160-points ahead of the competition. Training around seven to nine hours a week, Pat said the social aspect of cycling is what he enjoys most. “It’s pretty good that the whole family can go on rides together on holidays and things like that. We also all go to the same events; which makes things easier,” Pat said. Fellow cyclist Kayden Jeffreys has also tasted success. He was the first under-19 across the line in the 30th Annual Wagga to Albury John Woodman Memorial cycling classic (135 km) in July. Cycling is a priority for Kayden who commits 10–12 hours a week towards the sport. “I’ve been involved in racing for three years now and have been riding for four,” Kayden said. “My biggest support has been my family and the local bike shop (Ash Hall Cycles),” he said. Kayden competed in the nationals last year and came 44th out of 100, and most recently finished a close second at Midlands Zone that saw him qualify for state finals.

ECHUCA MOAMA CYCLING CLUB e Ride your bike, anyway you lik

Cycling has increased its popularity and presence in our community and EMCC offers a safe and encouraging environment for beginners of any age and ability to come and try it for themselves. Riding is for everyone, it’s a great activity for families to all participate in. All parents and friends are welcome.

EMCC is one of Northern Victoria’s premiere cycling clubs. With the goal to promote recreational riding, racing and social engagement. Come on, what are you waiting for, come and give riding a try.

MEMBERSHIP:

From $27 for novice riders aged 5–12 years.

WHEN:

Track season commences Tuesday, October 4 (Term 4) through to March/April 2017.

SESSIONS:

Each Tuesday and Wednesday (calendar will be released soon). BBQ and drinks follow each Wednesday night.

Location: Kirchhofer Street, Moama (behind Moama Grammar School) Contact: Chris Eddy (President) info@echucamoamacyclingclub.com 0477 982 322 Website: www.echucamoamacyclingclub.com.au Facebook: www.facebook.com/echucamoamacycling

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You don’t need all the gear — bike, shoes or kit. COME & TRY the track — racing costs are $5 plus a hire charge of $5 if you don’t have your own track bike. BYO helmet and no singlet tops please.

LITTLE ATHLETICS DEVELOPING HEALTHY BODIES AND MINDS Fun, Fitness, Family

2016 being an Olympic year is a great opportunity for kids to be involved in Little Athletics. Our Echuca Moama Centre has a strong focus on achieving personal bests through skill development and encouragement. Therefore athletes of all abilities are welcome at our centre. Athletics is the foundation for many sports and a great pre-season for winter sports. Family members are encouraged to help out and support all athletes. It’s a great way to meet new people and make friends so come along and give it a go, Run, Jump & Throw! Registrations open online through the LAVic website from August 12, 2016 onwards. Our centre caters for under-6 through to under-15 athletes (ages are taken as at October 1). The 2016–17 season begins on Saturday, October 8 at the Jack Eddy Oval, Moama.

The season breaks for school holidays then continues through to March 2017. Athletes begin with a warm up at 8.45 am then progress into their age group events from 9 am – 11.30 am. Affiliation with Little Athletics Victoria provides athletes with opportunities to attend many regional and state events including open days, relays, multi event, track and field and cross country championships. Visit Little Athletics Victoria website for further information: www.lavic.com.au For further information contact Tim Fulton, President 0447 335 171 Check out our Facebook page: Echuca Moama Little Athletics Centre

Information Morning Saturday, September 10, 2016 at the Athletics Shed, Jack Eddy Oval, Perricoota Rd, Moama from 9 am – 11 am

BOUNCE INTO SQUASH If you’re looking for a fun, high energy sport, why not try squash?

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• Burns off calories while Squash is a racquet game also improving flexibility that can be played at any and sprint speeds (due to age. It is easy to learn and the fast-paced nature of and there are modified rules squash). size every suit to equipment • Improves hand-eye and skill level. Squash can co-ordination. be played for leisure or as a competitive sport. • Develops the strength and power of muscles, notably One of the great benefits of leg and arm muscles. squash is that it’s easy to get started and it’s relatively • Furthers concentration and Competition Days cheap. Echuca Moama mental strength. Sunday: “Come Try” Social mor ning Squash Club Inc is a social Monday: Social night and friendly club which holds Most importantly you Tuesday: Competition will have FUN doing it! regular weekly comps that Wednesday: Competition cater for all standards. Please note we run in accordance to the school term. Competitions do not Playing squash can have a echuca-moama run during the holidays. number of positive health and fitness benefits on your body. Some advantages are: Courts’ address Echuca Sporting Complex – College Dve. fitness c club aerobi es Improv • For all enquiries please call and cardiovascular fitness. Sue Teasdale 0429 409 296.

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TEAM OF THE YEAR

COOPER BARBER (MOAMA)

BART PHILLIPS (ECHUCA)

ADRIAN DOHNT

MITCH EADE

SAM TOULMIN

SIMON BUCKLEY

DANIEL THORP

(ECHUCA)

(MOAMA)

JAKE KILMARTIN (MOAMA)

JORDAN FLORANCE

JACK MCHALE

(ECHUCA)

DUANE HUESTON

(MOAMA)

(UNITED)

CHRIS BOXTEL

BACKS

(MOAMA)

Selections based on consultation with club coaches and league statistics

LIAM WILKINSON

REGAN WILLIAMS

TIM ALLAN

(ECHUCA)

(MOAMA)

(ECHUCA)

FORWARDS

BEN REID

LACHIE COLLINS

(ECHUCA)

(MOAMA)

JADE PUMPA

RHYS ARCHARD

DANIEL WILLIS

(MOAMA)

(ECHUCA)

What do you think?

TYLER JONES (MOAMA)

RUCKS KANE MORRIS (ECHUCA)

JOSH EDGAR (MOAMA)

SIMON RUSSELL

(MOAMA)

ECHUCA MASTERS FOOTBALL CLUB EMUS

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If you’re not quite ready to hang up the footy boots!!!

Coach: Paul Lavars 0400 683 676 President: Toby McCoy 0429 176 298 Vice President: Kevin Pascoe 0417 161 480 Secretary/Treasurer: Nikki Cohen 0419 573 258

Every Wednesday Evening from 6 pm the “Old Fellas” get together for a light run and follow it up with dinner, a beverage or two and a yarn about stories of old ”… Nah! … we’re not THAT OLD! … some of us are ONLY 35ish! …” With a great camaraderie and inclusive culture the Echuca/ Moama United Masters is a great place to meet new people,have fun and keep fit with some members coming from as far as Pyramid Hill and Yarrawonga to play in the team. EMU Masters is an Australian Rules Football Club that encourages participation in the club on many levels.

Games are every second weekend between April and August, with all abilities and ages welcome (35 upwards). The club has a full social calendar of events and functions throughout the year for attendance by all family members. So why not come down to Echuca South Oval next Wednesday night and make some new friends.

To get involved check out our facebook page www.facebook.com/EchucaMasters Contact Toby McCoy 0429 176 298 or Paul Lavars 0400 683 676.

MFNC – A FAMILY CLUB Moama Football Netball Club The Moama Football Netball Club has a proud history in the Moama area, being founded over 100 years ago. We have always been committed to providing a positive sporting experience while developing skills and encouraging sportsmanship, participation and success in a family environment. Being a non-profit organisation we rely on our many sponsors and encourage family participation in a huge variety of areas. There are many ways you can be involved. Our club has had many successes over the years, most recently being Premiership winners Reserves, U-17s and runners up Seniors and U-14s in season 2015. While netball teams particularly juniors always perform well.

Club contact details:

Moama Recreation Reserve, Kirchhofer St, Moama www.moamafc.com.au Postal Address: MFNC, PO Box 35 Moama, NSW 2731 Sponsorship Contact: Jon Power 0429 806 055 David Grubb 0427 826 956

AUSKICK: Primary school age. Encourage participation and skill development. Robert Hogan 0401 294 573 JUNIOR FOOTBALL: U-12 (Two teams) Goulburn Campaspe Junior Football League. U-14 and U-17 Murray Football League. All coaches fully accredited. Emphasis on participation, development of skills, enjoyment and improvement. Parent involvement encouraged. Caters for all levels of ability. Integration with senior footballers. Aidy Daly 0429 315 864

NETBALL: Grades: A, B, C, C-reserve, 17&U, 15&U, 13&U, 12&U. Home games held at MFNC. Accredited coaches. Player Development opportunities. Affiliated with Netball Victoria. Lester Gilmour 0488 056 049 SOCIAL EVENTS: Annual Black & White Ball, Run 4 Fun event, $100 Draw Raffle, Training night dinners, social events, B&F Vote Count and Presentation Night, Sponsors Day Luncheon, Ladies Day, junior carnivals and more…

SENIOR FOOTBALL: Senior Team and Reserves Team. Professional coaching with excellent facilities. Access to Sporties Gym. Affiliated with the Murray Football Netball League and Victorian Country Football League. Simon Maddox 0408 526 952

EFNC Echuca Football Netball Club

boys and girls aged between four and 10 with the opportunity to make new friends while learning the basic skills of football. The Echuca Junior Football Club provides a valuable social and sporting hub for 200 local juniors, catering for under-12s, under-14s and under-16s. The Echuca Junior Football Club caters for the growing popularity of women’s football, providing girls aged between 13 and 18, the opportunity to play football for the Echuca Youth Girls football team. The Senior Club’s under-18 football team provides a transition from junior football to reserve and senior grade football. The Senior Club also has a strong netball focus, offering four grades of netball from 17-and-under through to A-grade. The Echuca Football Netball Club encourages the participation of women in sport for the benefits of camaraderie, social activities, fitness and playing sport in a safe and welcoming environment. We aim to be a viable, progressive and socially responsible club, helping to meet

the sporting and social needs of the Echuca/ Moama community. In addition to the coaching staff promoting the benefits of team work and physical fitness, the Echuca Football Netball Club has a club chaplin and netball primary carers to offer general off field support services to club members. This year, our club will again participate in final’s action in September. We have set clear goals to achieve premiership success by appointing quality coaches, implementing professional training regimes and bringing our players, supporters, sponsors and the community together in a welcoming club environment with an emphasis on having fun. We welcome new people to become members and enjoy the benefits of our club. Based at Victoria Park, we are continually improving our facilities. In recent years, we have made significant improvements to our social rooms and our undercover spectator viewing area. A major upgrade to our lighting has enabled the scheduling of several night football and netball matches this season. These changes have

Location: Victoria Park Oval, Crofton Street, Echuca

all contributed to improving the match day experience for all spectators. With an eye to the future, fundraising has commenced towards a new multi-user facility to replace our current club rooms. We would like to thank all of our sponsors and acknowledge our major sponsors, The Moama Bowling Club, Long’s Echuca Moama, Toshiba Air Conditioning, The Cal, The Echuca Hotel, The Star Hotel and the Riverine Herald for their ongoing and generous support of our club. Our 2017 season will commence with preseason training in November to prepare for a successful new year in the Goulburn Valley Football and Netball Leagues. For further details, contact club secretary – Peter Young on 0407 436 624.

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The Echuca Football Netball Club recently celebrated our 140 year history with a very successful ball on the Echuca wharf. This brought together 300 past and present players, coaches, administrators, volunteers and supporters representing over six decades of the club’s history. A great night was had by the broad cross section of attendees, reminiscing about good times, both past and present, at the Echuca Football Netball Club. Congratulations to local footballers, Ben Reid and Angus Byrne, on their recent selection in the Victorian Country Senior team and the Victorian Country under-19 team respectively. Also known as the Murray Bombers, the club actively promotes the development of local footballers and netballers within a supportive and tolerant environment for both men and women of all ages. We conduct sporting programs for men and women from pre–schoolers through to adults. This year, the popular Auskick program provided approximately 135

OF THE YEAR

2015 Junior winner Emma Barnes (right) with guest speaker Lisa Alexander (Australian Diamonds Netball Coach)

2015 Senior winners Clayton Oliver (left) and Aidyn Johnson.

The Echuca-Moama Sportstar of the Year Awards recognise outstanding sporting achievements in our region.

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2015 Coach Of The Year – Grant Matthews (left) and 2015 Spirit Of Sport – Steve Gray.

Echuca-Moama Sportstar of the Year is in its 29th year. The list of nominees boasts an impressive level of achievements ranging from regional right up to international competition in a wide variety of sports. Since the first annual Sportstar dinner held at the Moama Bowling Club in 1987/1988 an incredible 250 Senior and 300 Junior sport stars have been nominated for monthly awards recognising their sporting achievements. JUNIOR AND SENIOR SPORTSTAR: The Junior and Senior monthly winners are awarded to an individual who has achieved outstanding results at club, regional, state or international level. Monthly winners receive a dinner voucher from the Moama Bowling Club and are then eligible for the title of Junior or Senior Sportstar of the Year. COACH OF THE YEAR: Coach of the Year is awarded to an individual who has achieved outstanding contributions in respect to their role as Coach. They must be a role model, communicator, and instrumental in helping develop athletes to their full potential. They work to maximize the social, intellectual and physical wellbeing of athletes.

Team of the Year is presented to a team who has achieved outstanding results at club, region, state or international level. The team must have displayed teamwork, dedication and sportsmanship at all times. SPIRIT OF SPORT: This award is in recognition of those who work tirelessly to help promote and conduct local sporting events and competitions. A person who gives for the benefit of the sports club, makes extraordinary contributions, fosters a positive focus on personal development with the club and demonstrates excellence and pride in their club.

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Senior Sportstar $2000 travel voucher & $500 prize money Junior Sportstar $500 for training Coach of the Year $500 travel voucher Spirit of Sport $500 prize money Team of the Year $500 for training/development Spirit of Sport, Coach and Team of the Year award nominations are collated throughout the year. Finalists will be selected and invited to the Sportstar awards night. HOW TO NOMINATE: Nomination forms are available at the Riverine Herald office or online at www.riverineherald.com.au/sportstar. CONTACT: For more information contact Jennifer Dwyer on 5483 0503 or sportstar@riverineherald.com.au ADDITIONAL CONTENT ONLINE: Visit www.riverineherald.com.au/sportstar for: - more photos and videos - read more on this month’s winners - the history of Sportstar - online nomination forms

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TEAM OF THE YEAR:

OUR YEARLY WINNERS RECEIVE:

S B U L C G IN T R O P S A M A O ECHUCA-M AQUATIC CENTRE: Echuca War Memorial Aquatic Centre Corner of High and Service Streets, Echuca 5480 2995 www.campaspeaquatics.com.au EWMAC

ATHLETICS: Echuca Moama Little Athletics Centre Jack Eddy Oval, Perricoota Road, Moama Tim Fulton: 0447 335 171 Echuca Moama Little Athletics Centre

CRICKET: Echuca Cricket Club Vic Park Oval, Crofton Street, Echuca Jeff Shannon: 0418 365 683 echucacc@hotmail.com Echuca Cricket Club Echuca South Cricket Club South Oval, High Street, Echuca Allan Holder: 0408 348 031 Aholder1@bigpond.net.au www.echucasouthcc.com.au Echuca South Cricket Club Goulburn Murray Cricket Cam Kervin: 0438 468 013 goulburnmurraycricket@gmail.com www.gmc.vic.cricket.com.au Moama Cricket Club Moama Recreation Reserve, Moama Brian Harland: 0418 581 860 moamacricket@hotmail.com Moama Cricket Club

CROQUET: Rich River Croquet Club Rich River Golf Club Resort, 24 Lane, Moama 5481 3333 www.richriver.com.au Rich River Golf Club Resort

CYCLING: Echuca Moama Cycling Club Kirchhofer Street, Moama Chris Eddy: 0477 982 322 info@echucamoamacyclingclub.com www.echucamoamacyclingclub.com.au Echuca Moama Cycling

FOOTBALL AND NETBALL: Echuca & District Netball Association Echuca Netball Complex, High Street, Echuca 5480 1725 www.edna.org.au Echuca Football Netball Club Vic Park Oval, Crofton Street, Echuca Peter Young: 0407 436 624 Echuca Football Netball Club Echuca Masters Football Club (EMUs) South Oval, High Street, Echuca Paul Lavars: 0400 683 676 www.echucamasters.com.au Echuca Masters Football Club Inc. Moama Football Netball Club Moama Recreation Reserve, Moama David Grubb 0427 826 956 www.moamafc.com.au Moama Football Netball Club

GOLF: Rich River Golf Club Resort 24 Lane, Moama 5481 3372 www.richriver.com.au Rich River Golf Club Resort

LAWN BOWLS: Moama Bowling Club 6 Shaw Street, Moama 1800 806 777 www.moamabowlingclub.com.au Moama Bowling Club Rich River Bowls Club Rich River Golf Club Resort, 24 Lane, Moama 5481 3390 www.richriver.com.au Rich River Golf Club

MARTIAL ARTS: Wickham’s Martial Arts Centre Corner of Hovell and Service Streets, Echuca Matt Wickham: 0418 505 049 www.wickhamsmartialarts.com Wickham’s Martial Arts Centre

MEMBER FOR PARLIAMENT: Peter Walsh MP 496 High Street, Echuca 5482 2039 Peter Walsh MP

SPORTING EQUIPMENT: Intersport Bennett’s 132 Hare Street, Echuca 5482 6661 www.bennetts.intersport.com.au Intersport Bennett’s

SQUASH: Echuca Moama Squash Club Echuca Sports Complex, Butcher Street, Echuca Sue Teasdale: 0429 409 296 Echuca Moama Squash Club

TENNIS: Campaspe Tennis Association Daniel Mackrell: 0407 775 387 Crossies Tennis Coaching Andrew Crossman: 5480 9690 Echuca Lawn Tennis Club Vic Park Oval, Crofton Street, Echuca Brian Gledhill: 0418 780 142 www.echucalawntc.com Echuca South Tennis Club Echuca College, Butcher Street, Echuca Daryl Poole: 0418 992 056 Echuca South Tennis Club Echuca Village Tennis Club 427 Mitchell Road, Echuca Village Tim Harley: 5480 9847 Echuca Village Tennis Club Inc. Rich River Tennis Club Rich River Golf Club Resort, 24 Lane, Moama Sarah Crossman: 5480 9690 www.richriver.com.au Rich River Golf Club Resort

TOUCH FOOTBALL: Moama Echuca Touch Football Association Moama Recreation Reserve, Moama Brodie Goodsell: 0427 851 595 www.moamaechucatouch.sportingpulse.net Moama Football Touch Football

TRIATHLON AND MULTISPORT: Echuca Moama Triathlon Club Moama Recreation Reserve, Moama Steve Loader: 0408 380 858 Steve Gray: 0427 038 762 www.echucatriclub.com Echuca Moama Triathlon-Club

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