U14 vs Gravesend NC

U14 Macklins vs Gravesend NC – Winter Season Opener

Final Score: 19–17 Quarter scores: 4–3, 9–4, 15–7, 17–10

The U14s kicked off the winter season with a brilliant, hard‑earned win — and even more impressively, this was a brand‑new team playing together for the very first time. They showed determination, adaptability, and proper Macklins spirit from the first whistle to the last.

First Game Back, First Time Together

With new combinations across every third, the girls used the opening quarter to settle into their rhythm, edging ahead 4–3. By the second quarter, confidence grew, movement sharpened, and the team began to gel — stretching the lead to 9–4.

The third quarter was the standout period: calm attacking play, strong defensive pressure, and excellent transitions pushed the score out to 15–7. Gravesend came back hard in the final quarter, but Macklins held their nerve, kept their structure, and closed out a well‑deserved 17–10 win.

Shooting Circle – A New Partnership Begins

A huge moment today with Lucy making her debut at GA, linking brilliantly with Iris at GS. For a first outing together, they showed great communication, smart movement, and growing confidence under pressure.

Mid‑Court Strength

The WA/C unit of Emily, Freya and Eva worked tirelessly to keep the ball moving and maintain attacking flow. Strong drives, good availability, and calm decision‑making helped the shooters settle and gave the team real stability through the middle.

Defensive Fire & Determination

The defensive end was absolutely on it today.

Amariah delivered a standout performance at WD — pumped up, relentless, and reading the game superbly. Her pressure created turnovers at crucial moments, earning her Player of the Match.

Behind her, Abi and Ariel shared GD and GK duties with real grit, supported by Grace T, who added communication, composure, and strength to the back line. Together they disrupted Gravesend’s attack and protected the lead when the game tightened.

A Brilliant Start to a New Journey

For a team stepping on court together for the first time this season, this was an outstanding performance. New combinations, new roles, a debut shooter, and a defensive unit on fire — all coming together for a confident opening‑day win.

Well done, U14 Macklins — a fantastic start to the winter season and an exciting foundation for what’s ahead.