ML | Cobram produces big football win as netball sides go down

By Daniel Webb

Apr 26, 2022

Up and about: Echuca's Justin Cantwell is met with a heavy tackle from Cobram's Timothy Galick. Photo by Steve Huntley

The Cobram Tigers were at their brutal best on Saturday as they produced a dominant win over Echuca United in the Murray Football League.

Good pressure: Echuca’s Lachlan Egglestone and Cobram's Hugh Hide do battle. Photo by Steve Huntley

A nine-goal, 59-point-to-nothing first quarter from the visiting Tigers had them in the box seat from the start of the contest, with Echuca United unable to get into the game.

Nick of time: Echuca's Mitch Lourey gets his kick away. Photo by Steve Huntley

At half-time the margin sat at 85, before a massive third term extended it to 135 in the Tigers’ favour.

At the helm: Cobram senior coach John Brunskill giving directions to his players. Photo by Steve Huntley

The Cobram side continued working hard despite the scoreline, eventually running out 27.16 (178) to 4.3 (27) winners.

Milestone man: Cobram's Sam Gemmill lining up for goal in his 100th game. Photo by Steve Huntley

It was a great team performance from the visiting side, with Adam De Cicco, Harry Beasley, Tyron Baden, Ryan Mele, Darcy Pridham-McCormack and Tim Baker all named in the Tigers’ best.

The game was a significant one for Cobram’s Sam Gemmill, with Gemmill playing his 100th senior game for the club.

Breaking free: Echuca's Jesse Kempen and Cobram's Lewis Kennedy fight for the ball. Photo by Steve Huntley

The win sees the Tigers remain undefeated after four games, with the club welcoming Rumbalara to Scott Oval on Saturday at 2pm.

Teamwork: Cobram's Adam De Cicco and Mathew DeMaio celebrate a goal. Photo by Steve Huntley

Across the river, an inaccurate Barooga fell to a strong Mulwala side, 3.13 (31) to 14.11 (95).

On the move: Echuca's Jesse Garner on the run from Cobram's Luca Allen. Photo by Steve Huntley

The Hawks were competitive early, down by just 14 points at the quarter-time, however a 21-to-one-point second quarter saw Mulwala kick clear.

After half-time the game was all Mulwala, with the Lions running out convincing winners.

Air time: Echuca’s Darcy Ramage and Cobram’s Tim Baker do battle in the ruck. Photo by Steve Huntley

William Clarke, Cameron Johnston and Daniel Johnston were among the Hawks’ best, while Kyle Dunkley pulled on the hawks jumper for the first time after four games with the Northern Bullants VFL side.

It was a disappointing result for Barooga, with the side looking to bounce back after a big loss to Cobram and replicate its round two form that saw it almost knock off Tongala.

Team effort: Cobram kept going for all four quarters. Photo by Steve Huntley

In round five Barooga will travel to Moama on Saturday to take on the Magpies at 2pm.

In A-grade Murray Netball League action, Cobram fell to Echuca United in a thrilling 48-46 loss.

Good contest: Cobram’s Jacq Davis and Echuca’s Tilly Keenan battle it out. Photo by Steve Huntley

Both sides entered this contest without a win and it was even throughout, with the lead not growing to more than five goals at any stage in the contest.

Unfortunately for Cobram, the see-sawing affair ended with Echuca in front, with a close loss the Tigers fourth of the season.

Eyes up: Cobram’s Leah Nish passes to a teammate. Photo by Steve Huntley

Coming off a win against Cobram last week, Barooga played host to Mulwala with a goal of picking up a second win for the season.

However, the Lions proved too strong, with Barooga falling to a 15-goal defeat.

Air time: Cobram’s Lillieth Ukich leaps in front of Echuca’s Kaitlin Rennie. Photo by Steve Huntley

Like their football counterparts, Cobram will play host to Rumbalara on Saturday, while Barooga will travel to Moama with both games starting at 1.30pm.