SEQ AFL under 17 girls: Unsung heroes revealed
Who were the unsung heroes of the SEQ AFL under 17 girls competition? Here we reveal 20 players who help make their side tick this season.
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Who are the unsung heroes of the SEQ AFL under 17 girls competition?
Here we reveal 20 players who may not always be among the BoG, but who play a crucial role in their side ticking along throughout the season.
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Coolangatta Tweed
Eva White: White is an absolute rock in defence, small and fast but made as tough as they come.
“She will do any job asked of her and will give nothing but 100 percent effort,’’ said her coach Dave Palmucci.
“She is tough and tenacious, and ultra reliable.’’
Victoria Point Sharks
Tiara Steel: “Tiara goes where she’s told to go and does what she’s told to do to the best of her ability every time,’’ explained coach Trevor Mayhew.
“She is a real team player across the games the Sharks have played so far this season.
“Tiara has played in the forward line, midfield and defence. She never complains and always goes in hard at every contest. Tiara is a tremendous asset to the team.’’
Hannah Cook: Cook is a renowned hard worker at training and rarely ever misses a game. “Whether playing in defence or holding down a position on the wing, Hannah always gives an honest account of herself,’’ said her coach Mayhew.
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Mt Gravatt Jindalee Div 2
“My unsung heroes are my role players. The ones that you can put anywhere and know what you’re going to get,’’ said Mt Gravatt coach Damien King.
“Sophie Hosack is a dependable back who is fearless with her attack on the ball,’’ he said.
“Jessica McGill pops up in the right spot at the right time all the time.
“And Jessica Hendry is a leader amongst her peers whose actions match her words.’’
Wilston Grange
Ally McIvor: McIvor is one of the club’s first year players who has continued to grow every week, someone who is turning into a very reliable defender.
“She has been our most frequent attendee at training, showing a real willingness to learn and get better as a footballer,’’ said her coach Jamie Sceney.
“She’s made a very promising start to what hopefully is a long career at Wilston Grange.’’
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Sherwood
Hayley Tame: Coach Chris Bloor said each week Tame gets her job done without any fuss. “She plays a tough role in the last line of defence and is our most consistent trainer,’’ he praised.
Maroochydore
Jasmine Dane: This is her first year at the club after she moved up from North Ringwood Victoria.
“She represented East Melbourne then, and was selected to train with the Eastern Rangers. We aren’t an overly tall team so when she turned up, I was pretty excited as she can play ruck and forward,’’ said coach Aaron Yates.
Coorparoo
Aliyah Daniel: Daniel plays down back in different roles for the Roos. “She is able to read the ball well and knows when to stay on the shoulder of her direct opponent or come off and fill space,’’ said her coach Scott Harrison.
“She has a great understanding with her other back players. Aliyah never looks for accolades and always plays her role well. She is definitely a selfless player who has a passion for denying goals to be scored.’’
Emma Bracegirdle: Bracegirdle mostly plays in defence for Coorparoo, but has been moved forward this year at times to utilise her long kick. “Emma would be the quietest on the team but tries to lead from the front and never takes a backwards step on the field,’’ said coach Scott Harrison.
Burleigh Bears
Karissa Muir: “Karissa plays a huge role in our defensive unit every week,’’ said coach Emily Otto.
“Playing as a running high halfback, she has some serious speed and uses it to beat her opponents to the ball and also explode out of a pack. She reads the flight of the ball well and makes it hard for for her opposition to mark with her strong ability to spoil the footy.’’
Wests Juniors
Scarlett Blackmore: Blackmore keeps working on her game and according to her coach Mark McCabe, she has developed into one of our most versatile players.
Tweed Coast Northern Rivers Tigers
Bonnie Starling: A stand out and skillful player who never stops trying for the Team.
“A Tiger girl for many seasons, her great team focus and Club commitment is a wonderful thing for us both on and off the field,’’ Tigers coach Steve Foreman said.
Southport
Lauren Game: She has only played a few games but is a great athlete that loves to compete. “We think once she gets a few games behind her she’ll go to the next level,’’ said SOuthport coach Marcus Gasik. “In the couple of games she has kicked goals as a forward but has also played well both in the midfield and down back.’’
Broadbeach
Rubi Grogan: Grogan’s work across the backline, and her team first attitude, makes her a crucial part of the Cats makeup.
Sandgate
Georgia Watterson and Anthena Kandilierakis: “These girls from the backline tackle their hearts out,’’ explained coach Shane Watterson.
Maia Dumergue: Coach Chanel Fletcher describes her as a utility you could play anywhere because she has great skill for a tall. She said the athletic Maia is great in the ruck but versatile. “She often flies under the radar yet is such a vital player in our team,’’ she said.
Originally published as SEQ AFL under 17 girls: Unsung heroes revealed
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