World Footy News

The Victorian Amateur Football Association U18s touring side were successful in retaining the Trans Tasman Challenge in a repeat performance from last year’s inaugural event.

The standard was a step up from last year’s clashes and progression was evident, particularly through the Under 20 National Provincial Championships, which are now part of the New Zealand football calendar every March.

The NZ Hawks Under 20 team contained four players who have graduated from Under 16 ranks including Hawthorn signing, and Trent Croad Scholarship holder, Kurt Heatherley.

The athletic ability, effort and discipline of the Hawks cannot be questioned and only time playing the game will bridge the gap that is currently dictated by experience alone.

GAME 1
VAFA 2.5, 4.6, 8.9, 10.10 (70)
NZ HAWKS 0.0, 1.2, 3.3, 6.10 (40)

Best Players
NZ HAWKS : Gregson, J Heatherley, Dickson, Kapene- Belcher

GAME 2

VAFA 2.5, 4.9, 8.12, 12.14 (86)
NZ HAWKS 1.1, 5.2, 5.4, 7.4 (46)

Best Players
NZ HAWKS: Howison, Dickson, Gore, K Heatherley

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