Sports Updates

Basketball Report

KWS Cowgirls Vs KWS Storm Won 33-12

In the early stages the Storm threatened and they looked ominous after an opening flurry of points. The Cowgirls then turned up the tempo a notch or two and played full bore for the remainder of the match. Coaching took a backseat as the girls adapted to the fast break tactics of their opponents. I was very impressed with the energy and enthusiasm displayed by the team, especially their movement off the ball into space, which appeared almost instinctive at times. With Beth and Lily unable to play the girls seized the initiative and were very supportive of each other across the court. Ella and Annabelle lived dangerously, with 4 personal fouls each, but managed to control their exuberance to remain on the court. Hopefully we can bottle this magic and utilise it in the finals series.

Matthew Healey

Football Report

KWS Open Men’s Football Trial Vs Barnstoneworth United

A Sunday afternoon trial match under black skies and on sodden fields saw the KWS Open Men’s squad challenge the might of the Barnstoneworth Club in a pre-season hitout. Barnies were placed third in the Division 1 comp last year, so this trial game would be a real test of the ability of KWS to cope with the rigours of the First Grade comp this season. The first two quarters of the match saw both teams play some most exciting football, with impressive passing combinations and determination making for some thrilling passages of play. With the score at 2-all as halftime approached, it was evident that the sublime mix of age and treachery (the older players) coupled with youth and enthusiasm (all the way down to Year 8 players) was a positive combination. The dedicated crowd were thrilled by the slick passing on display from the KWS players, with the ball often travelling from goalie, through the backfield, into the mids and then up to the forwards – with 10 or so passes being the norm. Whilst the score blew out as little late in the third quarter, there was enough on show to bring a smile to the face of coach Smedley, knowing that the team will not be out of place in Division One this year. Each and every player is to be congratulated for listening to instructions and demonstrating both skill and growth throughout the game. Things look positive for the year ahead.  

Paul Tierney, First XI Manager 2018