Bowls
The Deer Park Club has announced the signing of former Scotland international Kevin Anderson for the Bowls Victoria pennant premier division season. Head of bowls operations Mark Casey was thrilled with the signing. “After losing some incredible talent from last year’s premiership team, to be able to sign Kev gives us a massive boost heading into a new season,” he said. “Kev brings international experience and plenty of enthusiasm, he will be someone our members will draw to. It’s great news for our club.”
AFLW
Two Western Jets footballers featured in the AFL National Academy girls Australian squad against a nationals all-stars side on Sunday. The all-stars team comprises of players aged 21 and under from across Australia for the first time, having previously been made up of talent from Victoria, Northern Territory and Tasmania only. Sierra Grieves was part of the Australian team, while Lou-Lou Field was part of the all-stars team. There was no Coates Talent League matches on the weekend due to the King’s Birthday long weekend.
VTCA
Keilor Park has announced the signing of Nathan Kramer for the Victorian Turf Cricket Association division 3 season. Kramer joins the club from Glenroy where he played last season. He’s the latest in a number of signings for the Devils, who finished bottom in division 2 last season.
NBL1
Keilor Thunder’s Maddy Rocci played a key role for the Australian Opals in their three match series against China. The Opals won the series, 2-1, with Rocci playing in each three games starting in the two wins. She played at least 17 minutes in each game. Rocci was expected to be back on court for the Thunder on Friday night.
