Around the grounds in Hume and Whittlesea

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The Hume City Broncos have added another key piece as they aim to push for finals in the Big V women’s state championship. Jordan Hawkins made her debut for the Broncos in round 10, scoring six points off the bench. The Broncos described her as someone who will add a lot of strength and talent to the paint.

NPL

Hume City suffered a loss to Avondale in the National Premier League on Saturday night. Aiming to get back on the winners list, Hume conceded a goal in the 34th minute to give Avondale the lead. It would be the only goal of the match, with Avondale winning, 1-0. Hume sits 10th on the ladder after 16 rounds.

EDFL

Westmeadows upset Maribyrnong Park to get its third win of the Essendon District Football League women’s premier division competition. The Tigers took momentum early in the game and led by 21 points at half time. The Tigers were able to outscore the Lions in the second half to claim a 8.3 (51)-4.5 (29). Courteney Munn kicked four goals, while Gemma Wright was named best on ground. The Tigers sit in sixth spot, percentage outside the top four. There is a competition wide bye this weekend.

FV

Whittlesea Ranges fell short against Sydenham Park in the FV state league 1 north-west competition on Friday night. It was better news for Whittlesea United on Saturday against Corio, winning 4-0. Ebu Bekir Capar scored twice for United, while Emile Damey and Osman Kose also found the back of the net. It’s a third straight win for United. Upfield was also on the winners list, beating Strathmore, 4-3.