Cricket
Action in the Victorian Turf, Victorian Sub-District, North West Metropolitan and Victorian Premier cricket association men’s competitions were again called off. All four competitions had finally hoped to get play underway on Saturday, but heavy rain on Friday night and Saturday morning meant there was no choice to call off play. It’s the fourth straight week for the VTCA, Premier and VSDCA that play has been called off and the third straight week for the NWMCA.
A-League Women’s
Former World Cup champion Jessica McDonald is headed to the A-League Women’s competition after signing with Western United. The American will join Western United for three months as a guest signing and is set to play nine games in United’s inaugural season. The 34-year-old arrives with world-class pedigree, being part of the United States 2019 World Cup winning side. It is McDonald’s second stint in Australia, having played for Melbourne Victory nine years ago. Meanwhile, United kicked off pre-season last week. For more, head to www.starweekly.com.au.
NAB League
Jovan Petric claimed the Western Jets best and fairest award for this year’s NAB League season. The win caps off a big season for the Keilor player who kicked 26 goals for the Jets in 15 games. He was also part of the Vic Metro team that claimed the national championship. Billy Kolyniuk finished runners up to Petric.
Gridiron
It was a pair of wins for the Western Crusaders in the Gridiron Victoria men’s competition on Saturday. The Crusaders first side beat the South Eastern Predators 46-0, while the second side beat the Melton Wolves, 20-18. The Crusaders top side remains undefeated, while the second side has lost just one match. There is a competition wide bye this weekend.
