The Lismore Swans Travelled to Goondiwindi on the weekend to compete in the Cardinals Cup. The Swans travelled with a half strength side and short on numbers however was a good opportunity to get the boys out there having a kick and allow the new boys the opportunity to taste the game of AFL.
All games were played in 20 minute halves and hot conditions. The Swans found 3 games challenging on the Saturday, starting with last years winners Jimboomba. The Swans kicked the first goal, however a head clash between George and Farbs forced some re-arranging. Jimboomba kicked away with afew goals however the Swans hit back but fell short with a couple of missed opportunities. Swans 5.2-32 Jimboomba 7.5-47. Goal kickers: George 2, 1 each to Webby, Cam, Molesy.
Game 2 v Warwick, saw the Swans in control for most of the game before a Warwick comeback with a goal with 1 minute remaining putting them in front, however hard work and a clever snap for goal by Link in the dying seconds assisted the Swans to a win. Swans 5.5-35 to Warwick 4.6-30. Goal kickers: Link 2, singles to Cam, George, Webby.
Game 3 saw the Swans miss so many opportunities in front of goal to allow Goondiwindi to lead by 3 goals at half time. The Hawks ran over the Swans in the second half to end the day in disappointing fashion. Swans 2.7-19 Goondiwindi 12.3-75. Goal kickers: Brucie and Eddie.
The Sunday was always going to be tough with tired boys and low numbers however once the game started and the boys started running they loosened up and took control of the game, playing there best footy for the day. The Swans missed a lot of opportunities in the first half to keep Warwick in the game, however the Swans proved too strong even after a Warwick comeback to runnaway winners by 47 points. Swans 12.9-81 to Warwick 5.4-34. Goal kickers: Farbs 4, Link 3, 2 each to George and Webby, and 1 to Brian.
Thankyou to everyone who attended, participated, and helped out. Game was followed by an enjoyable bus trip home.
Last Modified on 17/04/2011 19:59