Bowls
Winston Brackley will join Deer Park for its Bowls Victorian weekend pennant premier division defence. The club announced his signing on social media saying he brings many years of experience competing. “Off the green, you won’t find a nicer and more respectful person than Winny so we are over the moon that he has decided to join our bowls family,” the club said in the announcement. The club has already announced the re-signing of Arron Sherriff.
Baseball
Sunshine Eagles’ Lily McKenner and Jessica Warwick have come home with bronze medals for the Baseball Australia national titles. The pair were part of the under-16 Victorian women’s team which finished third, after winning the bronze medal play off against Western Australia. McKenner was awarded the golden bat award for the tournament after putting in a starring performance.
A-League
Western United’s A-League Women’s grand final hopes were on the line on Sunday. United, which finished the regular season in second spot, was set to face Sydney FC on Sunday, after deadline, for a spot in the decider. The loser will face the winner of Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory. For all the details, head to www.starweekly.com.au.
NPLW
Calder United finds itself in an unusual position in the National Premier League Women’s competition. The reigning premiers are without a win after the first four rounds, as their new look side adjusts to playing together. Calder had a bye in round four and there was a competition wide bye on Saturday due to the Nike F.C Cup. Calder, which is also the defending champions in that competition, is set to face Southern United in the fourth round on Tuesday night.
