Football action at the Avatiu Swamp

Avatiu’s infamous swamp will host today’s football action between Avatiu and Takuvaine, with the first game kicking off at 1pm in the under 14 girls division.

In the Lotto Premiership men’s match – Avatiu will want to settle a score against Takuvaine following a 7-4 loss in their first meeting this season.

Home ground advantage will assist with Avatiu’s capabilities while Takuvaine ponders on uncovering Avatiu’s weaknesses for any goal scoring opportunities.

One point separates Avatiu from Takuvaine, and a win today for either side will further their lead.

In the senior women’s division, Avatiu and Takuvaine’s mediocre performances have seen them slide down the points table, with three points separating the two teams.

In their first meeting Avatiu defeated Takuvaine by one goal to nil, therefore Takuvaine will look to seize the opportunity to rectify its performance.

In the other matches at Victoria Park, hosts Tupapa Maraerenga will host Matavera in three grades, under 14 boys and girls with the final game to be played at 2.30pm in the senior women’s category.

Under 14 girls competition leaders Tupapa Maraerenga will face a determined Matavera outfit whose performance have seen them win their last three games.

Draw and referee appointment for today at Avatiu field – 1pm under 14 girls, ref-Eiau Tangapiri assisted by Morgan Wichman and Edwina Matenga, 1.45pm under 14 boys, ref-John Pareanga assisted by Kirsten Tangapiri and Bobby Aerenga, 2.30pm senior women, ref-Eiau Tangapiri assisted by Jericka Matapuku and Kura Smith, 4pm premier men, ref-John Pareanga assisted by Junior Matangi and Paavo Mustonen.

Draw and referee appointment at Victoria Park – 1pm under 14 girls, ref-Robert Savage assisted by Vaka Nootai and Tamatoa Tangimetua, 1.45pm under 14 boys, ref-Mata Iroa assisted by Tamatoa Tangimetua and Murray Wilson, 2.30pm senior women, ref-Robert Savage assisted by Mata Iroa and Vaka Nootai.