By Sophie Hammill
The Wyndhamvale Youth Girls team are ready to make history this Saturday as they run out to play in the Western Youth Girls Grand Final against Melbourne University.
While the combined Western Youth Girls competition between the EDFL and WRFL has been running since 2013, the WRFL is yet to have one of its own teams taste premiership glory.
Over the past three seasons, the Youth Girls competition has become exceptionally strong, with players having the opportunity to compete against an array of different clubs as well as give new teams time to develop.
Having played each other only twice this year, the Falcons seem to have the upper hand on their Melbourne University counterparts, having convincingly defeated them on each occasion.
But it’s not only Melbourne University who the Falcons have defeated this year, with co- captains Sabin Nyawela and Brook Eley leading the team to an undefeated season and sit comfortably on top of the ladder.
Having played each other a fortnight ago in the second semi-final, Wyndhamvale assistant coach Steve Tessari is hoping their unbeaten run continues.
“While we have had a good season so far, the girls must stay grounded and focused.
“It was unfortunate that Melbourne Uni played straight after the girls Under 18 carnival which meant they didn’t have their strongest side performing, but make no mistake, both sides will be out to win so we must play our best game if we want to win the premiership.”
The return of Melbourne University State players will be just one of the challenges that Wyndhamvale faces today as they aim for the flag.
Having lost to Melbourne University last year in the preliminary final, Wyndhamvale is determined to even the ledger, with the loss motivating them to increase the standard of football and review their tactics.
“The girls’ standard has risen a lot since last year and they are incredibly committed,” Tessari said.
Commencing training twice a week since last November by request of the players, Tessari said that they have worked well as a team.
“The girls are very easy to coach and hang off every word.”
The team ranges from girls aged 13 – 18, with all players having exceptional skills and a “willingness to learn” which makes the Wyndhamvale Youth Girls “really good footballers.”
Earning a week off with the bye last week, the mood around the club has been “very positive” as they continue to prepare for the big day.
Here’s hoping all their hard work pays off and the 2015 Western Youth Girls premiership returns to the WRFL this season.
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Last Modified on 07/08/2015 12:29