The U 15s took on Killy-Bass on Saturday for their first hit out of the year under new coach Laurie Angwin The first quarter was played at a hectic pace, with the ball moving quickly from end to end but no goals to show for it.

Quarter time scores were all locked up at 0.2.2 a piece.

Ayden Froud registered the first major for the Island in the second quarter. The Island had a lot of the play but could only manage one goal. Killy-Bass were more efficient in their forward line, and scored two goals from limited opportunities to take a 5 point lead into half time.

Half time scores, Phillip Island 1.3.9 to Killy-Bass 2.2.14

The third quarter was more of the same, with the Island controlling the play but unable to convert on the score board. Killy-Bass added two more goals setting up a handy 15 point lead at the last change. PI 1.5.11 to K-B 4.2.26

Justin Cleeland kicked a good goal to start the last term, but Phillip Island was unable to reduce K-B’s lead and they ran out winners by 15 points.

Final scores: Phillip Island 2.8-20 defeated by Kilcunda-Bass 5.5-35

Goal Kickers:J. Cleeland , A. Froud
Best Players: J. Kartinyeri, M. Manteit, A. Officer, T. Sandbach, T. Lee

The coach was pleased with the endeavour, but emphasised the need for all players to commit to training on Monday and Thursday nights.