Country footy: KDFNL game between Undera and Violet Town called off

A country footy game in northern Victoria was forced to be abandoned on Saturday afternoon after one player suffered a neck injury. Here’s what we know.

The game was abandoned in the first quarter.

A Victorian country footy game was forced to be abandoned on Saturday afternoon after a player suffered a suspected neck injury.

The Kyabram District Football Netball League senior match between Undera and Violet Town was called off in the first quarter after a player from the home side landed awkwardly in a marking contest.

Ambulance Victoria confirmed paramedics had attended Undera Recreation Reserve.

“A teenage male was treated by paramedics and transported to Goulburn Valley Hospital in a serious condition,” a statement provided to this masthead said.

Undera was leading the game 4.4 (28) to 0.3 (3) when it was called off by officials.

As per AFL rules, the two sides will now receive two points each as the game had been abandoned before halftime.

Undera has been contacted for comment.

Originally published as Country footy: KDFNL game between Undera and Violet Town called off