The Griffith Swans took on Ganmain on Sunday with C grade narrowly losing in the opening match of the day.
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An all-round effort from all on court saw the Swans put up a fight but ultimately fell short 32-29. Player’s player: Georgia Burley and Lilly Rophia. McDonalds coach’s award: Naomi Lynch.
In B grade, the Swans were down by just two goals at the end of the first quarter.
Ganmain changed its shooters and outscored Griffith by seven in the second.
The second half was much closer as the Swans won the fourth quarter but lost the match 40-31. Bertons player’s player: Sarah Young. McDonalds coach’s award: Sarah Connelly.
A strong start in the A Reserves saw Griffith up by to goals at the first break. A change in personal saw Ganmain claw its way back and win 55-42. Player’s player: Philippa Wordsworth. McDonalds coach’s award: Kiera Argus.
Things didn’t start well for the Swans in A grade.
Griffith started a shooter down against an experienced Ganmain outfit who took full advantage.
Ganmain made it hard for the Swans who struggled to get the ball to the attacking end of the court.
A combination of unforced errors by Griffith and constant pressure from Ganmain saw the Swans go down 49-24. Bertons player’s player: Sarah McCluskey. McDonalds coach’s award: Renae Larkin.
The Griffith Swans will hold their mid-season ball on June 18.
The theme is sports and tickets cost $40.
Anyone looking to purchase tickets can contact the Griffith Swans.