UNDER brilliant winter sunshine, the Gloucester Scorpions took to the fields for Round 13 with energy, enthusiasm, and plenty of community spirit.
From our youngest Mini Roos to our Senior Men’s team, it was another exciting weekend of football.
Mini Roos
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Our littlest Scorpions — representing Australia Post Gloucester, Batter & Dough, and CalCo Surveyors — are growing in confidence each week. Despite CalCo being short on numbers, all players showed great spirit, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The focus on passing and shared play is beginning to shine through on the field.
Division 3
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● Level Electrical vs Ollies Service Centre
An entertaining match, with Ollies’ Tom and Laila taking strong shots on goal. Level Electrical displayed consistent teamwork and defensive cohesion, making it a well-contested fixture.
● Gloucester Landscapes vs The Common
Both teams delivered a quality performance, highlighting growth and confidence from all players.
Division 2
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● Chilli Air & Electrical vs Ray White Gloucester
A thrilling and even match. Strong performances came from Forest, Liam, and Jason in goals for Ray White, with Kit and Olivia showing great defensive work. For Chilli Air, Ted and Bentley stood out.
Final Score: 4–3 to Chilli Air & Electrical
● Accommodation Gloucester vs Gloucester Landscapes
A strong turnout from both squads made for a lively game. Accommodation Gloucester dominated with smooth passing and excellent finishing.
Final Score: 6–1 to Accommodation Gloucester
Division 1
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● Batter & Dough vs Australia Post Gloucester
A solid performance by Batter & Dough secured them the win in this top-division clash.
Final Score: 4–1 to Batter & Dough
Turner Freeman Scorpions Representative Teams
● U13s – Gloucester Scorpions vs Taree Wildcats
Final Score: 8–1 to Gloucester
The Scorpions dominated from the outset, with clinical finishing and tight team coordination. Taree managed a consolation goal, but Gloucester’s control and intensity made the difference in a confident home win.
● U11s – Gloucester Scorpions vs Great Lakes United Vikettes
Final Score: 9–0 to Gloucester
A strong second-half performance saw the U11s pile on the goals after leading 3–0 at the break. Standout goal scorers included Zeke (3), Will (2), Elijah (2), Olsen (1), and Roy (1), with notable defensive work and goalkeeping from Brock. A true team effort.
Men’s Senior League
● Gloucester vs Great Lakes Raiders
Facing the third-placed team on the ladder, the Scorpions held strong through the first half with quick counterattacks and structured defence. Despite their efforts, the Raiders pulled ahead in the second half.
Final Score: 4–1 to Great Lakes Raiders
Strong individual performances came from Cameron Hughes in goals and Peter Rollison in defence.
Next Game: Home vs Great Lakes Vikings – 1:30pm
As we head into the final round before the school holiday break, the Gloucester Scorpions would like to extend heartfelt thanks to every parent, team manager, volunteer, and supporter who helps bring game day together.
Your time, energy, and support mean everything to the club.
By Trudy SCHULTZ
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