Weekly Wrap Up – Round 2

April 14, 2026

Weekly Wrap Up – Round 2

Summary

It was a tough weekend across all grades, with each team facing strong opposition in their respective matches. Despite the scoreboard not going our way, there were encouraging efforts across the club, with players continuing to compete hard and show resilience throughout each game. Against quality sides such as North Shore and UTS, the teams were challenged in key moments, but there were still positives to take away in terms of effort, structure, and individual improvement as the season progresses.

Below is a full breakdown of each team’s performance, including coaches’ comments, best-on-ground players, and goalkickers.

Men’s Premier Division

Result:

North Shore 27.24 – 186 to East Coast 5.3 – 33

From The Coach:

North Shore showed us why they are the benchmark this weekend. It was great to have 2 debutants and credit to them for giving it their all against a quality opponent. We learnt from this and remember that the sun comes up tomorrow, so we get another opportunity next week on the Back to Baulko stage with Rivalry, pride, and an opportunity to respond.

Best On:

  1. Jacob Jones
  2. Thomas Black
  3. Liam Dowle
  4. Angus Edwards
  5. Connor Ballingall
  6. Liam Sankey

Goal Kickers:

  • Thomas Black (2)
  • Jacob Jones (1)
  • Marshall Poynter (1)
  • Benjamin Kinney (1)

Women’s Premier Division

Result:

North Shore 7.18 – 60 to East Coast 2.1 – 13

From The Coach:

It was really solid foundation from the girls in the 1st half and I was very proud of them. In the 2nd half they stood strong but ran out of legs as North Shore went on to win the game. Over all a solid performance from the girls in all aspects.

Best On:

  1. Nellie McMillan
  2. Jess Whelan
  3. Alexandra Huynh
  4. Bailee Hourigan
  5. Renee Tomkins
  6. Imogen Gray

Goal Kickers:

  • Skye Southen (1)
  • Molly Martin (1)

Under 19.5 Division 1

Result:

North Shore 16.17 – 113 to East Coast 2.2 – 14

From The Coach:

Unfortunately the 19.5 Div 1 boys went down to North Shore, however it was a really good effort from a very fresh and young side. Lots of positives to build on from this week and to set us up for a huge week in Back to Baulko for our club!

Best On:

  1. Max Pittendrigh
  2. Finn Favelle
  3. Connor Hobby
  4. Jonathan Peters
  5. Cooper Crawford
  6. Charlie Fishburn

Goal Kickers:

  • Matthew Foley (1)
  • Ryhim Zackria (1)

Women’s Division 1

Result:

North Shore 9.6- 60 to East Coast 0.2 – 2

From The Coach:

The East Coast Eagles Div 1 Women’s took to the field at Gore Hill for their first outing together as a group, with many players either making their debut or returning to the game after some time away. There were plenty of encouraging signs throughout the match, with newer players showing real courage and the more experienced group helping to lead the way with strong communication and composure. Lily and Grace were standout contributors on the wings, while Hayley, Alina and Geli also provided important impact and energy when on the ground. Overall, it was a promising first hit-out, with the group taking plenty of positives and lessons into the weeks ahead.

Best On:

  1. Lily foran
  2. Grace Simonsen
  3. Olivia Dolly
  4. Scarlett Jackson
  5.  Kayla Treadgold Simons
  6. Cassandra Warwick

Men’s Division 2

Result:

UTS 16.7 – 103 to East Coast 8.3 – 51

From The Coach:

No Comment Available At This Time

Best On:

TBC

Goal Kickers:

  • Dylan Rudd (3)
  • Lyndon Hupfeld (1)
  • Karl Khouiss (1)
  • Lachlan Mason (1)
  • Kody Spencer (1)
  • Kyle Spencer (1)

Men’s Division 6

Result:

UTS 11.13 – 79 to East Coast 8.4 – 52

From The Coach:

The East Coast Eagles Men’s Division 6 side opened their season with a trip to Trumper Park to face the UTS Bats, starting the day strong both on and off the field after claiming the early win in the parking battle (although GWS Giants superstar Jesse Hogan witnessed and questioned Merrick Stanioch’s reverse parallel parking ability). The Eagles came out firing in the first quarter, setting the tone with intensity and clean ball movement. Despite the swing in momentum, the Eagles never dropped their heads, bringing relentless tackling pressure throughout the contest. Steve Tumminello led the charge with some bone-rattling hits, while Lochlan Fisher was a standout up forward, slotting four goals in a promising return to form for 2026. Will Egan and Cam Veerhuis produced strong performances and were ever reliable as ever. There were plenty of positives to take away, including impressive debuts from Jayden Campion, Chris Sultana, and Josh Wall, all of whom more than held their own. The highlight of the day came from Sultana, who celebrated his first goal in Eagles colours — the first of what looks to be many.

Best On:

  1. Lochlan Fisher
  2. William Egan
  3. Christopher Sultana
  4. Christian Millgate
  5. Caine Elliot

Goal Kickers:

  • Lochlan Fisher (4)
  • Jayden Harrison (1)
  • Christopher Sultanna (1)
  • Christian Millgate (1)
  • Nathan Peters (1)

Up Next

In Round 3 we return back to Bruce Purser for the biggest day on the eagles calendar, Back to Baulko. We hope to see as many of you there as possible as we celebrate 50 years of this great club.