Men’s Central League 2

Game of next Round

It was a blustery Wellington day that greated Tawa AFC and Suchy & Co Realty FC Western. The visitors opened the scoring through Leo Elders after 21 minutes before Tawa brought the scores level through Aaron Scott 10 minutes later. The second half saw more of the same but this time it was the home team who found the lead when Lachlan Hill scored in the 52nd minute. However that lead was short lived as it was all level again 1 minute later when Ben Hutchings scored for FC Western. 2-2 the final result.

Round Results

Suchy & Co Realty Ltd FC Western – 2 (Leo Elder 21’, Ben Hutchings 53’)
Tawa AFC – 2 (Aaron Scott 31’, Lachlan Hill 52’)

Langley Twigg Taradale AFC – 3 (Ryan Miller 48’, Thomas Hall 83’, Jonathan McNamara 90’+5’)
Te Kotahitanga FC Men’s Firsts – 2 (Jack Leitch 78’, Liam Barry 90’)

Douglas Villa AFC Badcock Law Magpies – 2 (Josh McMenamin 44’, Simon Mazey 45’+ 2’)
Lower Hutt City AFC – 1 (Jherson Heredia 34’)

Stop Out Sports Club – 5 (Jared Cunniff 29’, 54’, 60’, 74’ Ryan Kelly 70’)
Watson Integrity PN Marist FC – 1 (Aiden Foster 26’)

Palmerston North United – 2 (Own Goal 41’, Anthony Jones 52’, Benjamin Mori 90’+1’)
Seatoun AFC – 2 (Jack Parry 14’, John Bobs Daly 23’, Luke Hardy 48’, Luka Clayton 90’)

Game of next Round

21.6.25 1430 Masterton Memorial Turf        Douglas Villa AFC Badcock Law Magpies vs Langley Twigg Taradale AFC

This round sees a resurgent Langley Twigg Taradale AFC on the road to take on a Douglas Villa AFC side who will be high on confidence after they knocked over the league leaders last time out. Which team will continue their good form and climb up the table?

Women’s Central League

It was a tight and intense encounter when Kitchens by Healey Palmerston North United took on Alexia Stoddart Miramar Rangers at Memorial Park. The first half saw Palmerston North United take the lead in the 34th minute through Erin Carpenter. It would be a lead they held on to as the teams went into the half time break. The second half saw Palmerston North United reduced to 10 players as Keeper Natalee Mellish was sent off for handling the ball outside of the area. But the home team dug deep to hold on to their 1 goal lead to take a big 1 nil win   

Round Results

Kitchens By Healey Palmerston North United – 1 (Erin Carpenter 34’)
Alexia Stoddart Miramar Rangers AFC – 0

Wellington United Diamond – 2 (Hannah Pilley 7’, Farina Anchico 46’)
Wellington Phoenix Academy U18 Girls – 1 (Bridie Jessica Christie 24’)

Victoria University Women’s Firsts – 0
MKM Palmerston North Marist FC – 3 (Marina Ishimoto 49’, Melissa McKenna 53’, Charlotte Noakes 88’)

Game of Round

15/6/2025 1130   Taradale #1                Shadow Solutions Taradale AFC vs Excel Refrigeration Moturoa AFC

This weekend sees Shadow Solutions Taradale AFC hosting an Excel Refrigeration Moturoa AFC Who will be looking to get themselves off the bottom of the table. Both teams have similar defensive records so it will come down to who can be more clinical in front of goal.

YORB Western Premiership

In the round 3 catchup game, we had Levin AFC hosting NPBHS 1^st XI. Levin AFC claimed a narrow 1–0 victory over NPBHS 1st XI in a closely fought contest. Both teams showed strong organisation and work ethic throughout, with little separating them for much of the match. The decisive moment came in the 63rd minute, when Keegan Chapman put Levin in front. NPBHS responded with urgency, applying pressure in the latter stages, but the Levin defence stood tall to see out the result and secure all three points. A disciplined and determined performance sees Levin AFC continue their pressure on Whanganui Athletic.

Team Campbell- Harcourts Feilding Utd AFC Men’s 1sts 0

GJ Gardner Homes Whanganui Athletic 6 (Victor Nwankwo 21’, 45+3’, 61’, 76’, Illias El Maakoul 30’, Cristian Petersen 85’)

Horizons Championship

In this weeks game of the round we had GJ Gardner Homes Whanganui Athletic Reserves hosting Chillmax Takaro AFC Titans. Whanganui Athletic Reserves came out on top in a thrilling 3–2 encounter against Chillmax Takaro AFC Titans, with a dramatic late winner sealing the victory. The hosts took control in the first half and were rewarded just before the break, with Thomas Pearce opening the scoring in first-half stoppage time. Ryan Donaldson doubled the lead in the 55th minute, giving Athletic a comfortable cushion. However, Takaro responded strongly. Aaron Toki pulled one back in the 70th minute, and Paul Dalzell’s 86th-minute equaliser looked to have earned the visitors a share of the points. But in the dying moments, Ronny Visser struck in the 89th minute to restore Athletic’s lead and secure a hard-fought win in a game that swung back and forth. A spirited performance from both sides, but it's Whanganui Athletic Reserves who walk away with all three points.

G.J. Gardner Homes Feilding Utd AFC Men’s Reserves 1 (Haydon Tikitiki 87’)
Isles Construction PN Marist Inter 6 (Blake Haswell 7’, 19’, Jesse Teumohenga 37’, Charlie Lawton 60’, 62’, 73’)

Palmerston North United Development 3 (Kyan Hoekstra 6’ (OG), Carlo Hodgson 37’, 67’)

Wanganui City Reserves 4 (Harrison Amer 21’, Christian Falloon 39’ (OG), Ryan Slight 53’, Mason McGahey 62’)

Levin AFC Reserves 4 (Christian 47’, 70’, Nathan Eyles 88’, 90’)

Linton FC 1sts 1 (Chris Jones 66’)

Manawatu Division 2

This week's game of the round we had SUBWAY Massey University FC Good Guys taking on Levin AFC Colts. SUBWAY Massey University FC Good Guys delivered a dominant performance, overpowering Levin AFC Colts with a resounding 13–1 victory in a one-sided affair. The goals came thick and fast, with Stefan Heasman opening the scoring in the 16th minute. Massey then surged ahead with a flurry of first-half goals from Daniel Besenyi, Bailey Cooke, Liam Wells, Alex Kilkelly, and Ryan Noble, taking firm control of the match by halftime. Levin AFC Colts managed to pull one back through Benteti Bauro in the 37th minute, but it was little more than a consolation as Massey continued to pile on the pressure. Liam Wells led the scoring with four goals, while Ryan Noble notched a hat-trick. Cooke added a second late on, with Oliver Douglas also joining the scoresheet. It was a comprehensive display of attacking football from the Good Guys, who were clinical, relentless, and in total command throughout.

Freedom Plus PN Marist Bulldogs 1 (Nathanael McNamara 89’)

JG Residential North End Old Boys 10 (Nathan Cooksley 1’, 51’ ,70’, William Hodge 23’, Joseph Craven 41’, Ashraf Muhammad Ali 53’, 55’, 58’, 75’, Ryan McDermott 81’)

RSM Wrinkles 7 (Logan Amey 7’, 27’, 33’, Sandesh Biswa 16’, Yay Pay Tha 56’, Caleb Johanson 70’, Jabul; Shofi Rahman 84’)

Takaro United 2 (Ka Yeh Htoo 63’, 77’)

Manawatu Division 3

In this week's game of the round, we had PN Marist Park Rangers hosting SUBWAY Massey University FC Rigs. SUBWAY Massey University FC Rigs secured a composed 3–1 win over PN Marist Park Rangers, with a strong second-half performance ensuring all three points. Massey made an early breakthrough through Reuben Lovell in the 15th minute and carried that narrow lead into the break after a well-contested first half. PN Marist responded with increased intensity after the restart, and their persistence paid off when Blake Lynch levelled the score in the 74th minute. But Massey regained their composure quickly—Hayden Mullen restored their lead just four minutes later, and Noah Jones sealed the result with a late goal in the 87th minute. A solid and disciplined showing from the Rigs, who bounced back well from the equaliser and finished the game strongly.

CAC PN Marist Greenies 1 (Edward Dore- Wright 15’)

North End Vets 2 (Yann Mountou 53’, Bikimi Ayiya 84’)

Groombridge Electrical Feilding Utd C Team 2 (Adam Zentveild 14’, 45’)

Levin AFC Sports 0

The Mad Butcher Takaro AFC Fury 8 (Jonathon O’Brien 16’, 21’, 26’, Luke Chapman 41’, 64’, Logan Wald 48’, Matt Barnes 68’, Ross Hebden 72’)

DSC Vikings 1 (Calder Woodfield 70’)

Manawatu Division 4

In this week's game of the round, we had RSM Legends taking on Takaro Awatapu United. An eight-goal thriller unfolded as RSM Legends and Takaro Awatapu United played out an entertaining 4–4 draw, with both sides showing attacking flair and resilience. Takaro Awatapu United raced into a commanding early lead, with goals from Luca McCorkindale (10’), Alex Yeatman (20’), and Benjamin Stead (25’) putting them 3–0 up inside the first half-hour. But RSM Legends began to claw their way back, as Jason Baylis pulled one back in the 35th minute before Samuel Hill added another just before halftime. Hill continued his standout performance in the second half, completing his hat-trick with goals in the 52nd and 69th minutes, turning the game on its head and giving RSM a 4–3 lead. However, the drama wasn’t done. Takaro Awatapu found an equaliser through David McCorkindale in the 56th minute, ensuring the points were shared in a pulsating encounter. A game full of momentum swings, standout individual performances, and plenty of goals—an instant classic.

Watson Integrity PN Marist Celts 3 (Goal Scorers Unknown)

RSM Hustlers 2 (Quinn Crickett 35’, Shannon Mickleburgh 39’)

PN Marist Rewa 4 (Goal Scorers Unknown)

Post Office Hotel Pahiatua FC 5 (Goal Scorers Unknown)

McDonalds Feilding Utd Development 1 (Reid O’Brien 60’)

Levin AFC Social 3 (Johann Scneider Garcia Arroyo 1’, 49’, Jonathan Rodriguez Amu 37’)

Chillmax Takaro AFC Glory 4 (Scott Dyer 24’ (OG), Cj Leighton 41’, 42’, Finn Hardy 76’)

DSC Rangers 2 (Nicholas Soweby 45+2’, 49’)

Manawatu Division 5

In this week's game of the round, we had Manawatu Plunderers FC taking on Takaro AFC Bench Warmers. Takaro AFC Bench Warmers edged out Manawatu Plunderers FC in a seven-goal thriller, with a late winner sealing a 4–3 victory after a spirited Plunderers comeback. Takaro came flying out of the blocks, with Bradley Gillard completing a stunning first-half hat-trick inside 30 minutes. The Plunderers looked in trouble at the break, trailing 3–0 and struggling to contain Takaro’s sharp attack. But the second half told a different story. Shamus Moffatt led a remarkable resurgence for the hosts, netting three times in quick succession (47’, 57’, 66’) to level the game and swing momentum their way. Just as it seemed the match might end all square, Takaro’s Isaiah Birch struck in the 88th minute to snatch all three points, capping off a dramatic and highly entertaining contest.

Jennian Homes Feilding United Men’s Social 4 (Warren Bignoux 11’, Jaden Good 35’, 38’, Thanakrit Poungsang 71’)

Woodville AFC 1sts 1 (Caleb Teulon 40’)

Smart Phone Repairs PN Marist Royals 5 (Amory Yarwood 3’, Ankit Rawat 30’, Cristiano Yarwood 51’, Huy Huynh 57’, Anthony Prince 90’)

Drillco North End Socials 1 (Craig Newell 8’)

Manawatu Masters

In this week's game of the round, we had the top of table clash between O’Briens Plumbing & Bathroomware Feilding United Masters and Advanced Accounting Takaro AFC Rebels. In a top-of-the-table battle full of intensity and quality, Advanced Accounting Takaro AFC Rebels claimed a crucial 3–2 win over Feilding United Masters to take a significant step in the title race. The match was evenly contested throughout, with both sides showing why they’ve been leading the competition. Takaro’s Gavin Eades delivered a standout performance, scoring all three goals for his side in the 30th, 40th, and 70th minutes to complete a decisive hat-trick. Feilding responded well, with Gamied Fredericks equalising in the 40th minute and Luke Groombridge pulling one back in the 63rd to set up a tense finish. Despite late pressure from the home side, Takaro held on to secure the win and top spot. The result underlines their credentials as serious contenders, while Feilding will take heart from a strong performance in a game that could have gone either way.

Sportz Bar Whanganui Athletic Cosmos 3* (Win by Default)

JRM Automotive PN Marist Dunshaegans 0

PN Marist Banshees 6 (Michael Glass 14’, 82’, Mark Jacobson 30’, 60’, Darryl Newsome 68’)

Wanganui Marist Wanderers 1 (Amro Saleh 33’)

Levin AFC Masters 2 (Brent Tucker 65’, Lex Van Echten 72’)

RSM A’s 0

RSM Old Boys 2 (Goal scorers Unknown)

MKM PN Marist Shamrock Rovers 9 (Goal Scorers Unknown)

Manawatu Women’s Championship

In this week's game of the round, we had GJ Gardner Homes Whanganui Athletic Women taking on NP Rangers AFC Women's 1sts. NP Rangers AFC Women’s 1st's strengthened their position at the top of the table with a composed 3–0 victory over GJ Gardner Homes Whanganui Athletic Women. The first half saw both sides battle for control, with little between them in terms of possession or chances. After the break, however, Rangers began to assert their quality and found the breakthrough. Gracey Edgcombe opened the scoring in the 62nd minute, with Zoe Mackenzie doubling the lead shortly after in the 73rd. Mya Watkins sealed the win in the 88th minute, rounding off a strong second-half performance from the league leaders. It was a clinical display from a confident Rangers side, who continue to set the pace in the competition. Whanganui Athletic showed plenty of effort throughout and will be looking to bounce back in their upcoming fixtures.

Levin AFC Women’s Prems 2 (Lilly Day 11’, Ella Homes 83’)

Rosco’s Bulk Yard Feilding Utd AFC Women’s 1sts 1 (Eden Surville 51’)

Chapple Architecture PN Marist Mayhem 4 (Sarah Hughes 16’, Jessica Robertson 28’, 39’, Jessica Robinson 64’)

Massey University FC Women’s Reserves 2 (Shiloh Perrott 62’, Kailey Hastie 76’)

Wallace Roofing Takaro AFC X-Force 2 (Waimereni Hudson 5’, Maria Gurney 53’)

Isles Construction PN Marist Women’s Reserves 3 (Caylee Fergus 31’, 38’, 42’)

Manawatu Women’s Division 2

In this week's game of the round, we had Freedom Plus PN Marist Evergreenz and MKM PN Marist Mysteries. In a dramatic intra-club clash, MKM PN Marist Mysteries edged past Freedom Plus PN Marist Evergreenz with a last-minute winner to claim a thrilling 3–2 victory. The Mysteries started strong, taking a 2–0 lead through early goals from Ariana Fitzsimons in the 7th minute and Olivia Mumford in the 23rd. The Evergreenz responded through Danielle Penney, who pulled one back just before halftime and then added her second in the 61st to level the match. Just as it looked like the points would be shared, Phillipa Hay struck in the 90th minute to snatch the win for the Mysteries and seal all three points in a tense and entertaining encounter. The result adds another memorable chapter to this local rivalry, with both teams showing great spirit throughout the match.

Dannevirke Sports Club Valkyrie 3 (Pirihera Henderson 40’, Tyla Henman 56’, 70’)

Daikin Takaro AFC Harlequins 4 (Kylie-Tarrant-Moore 25’, 42’, 83’, Kristen Freda 35’)

Waireka Trust Woodville AFC Women 2 (Emma Haughey 4’, Heather Reedy 16’)

One Staff Takaro AFC Turtles 8 (Monique Roberts 2’, 85’, Amy Stevens 10’, Tessa Key 20’, 40’, 80’, Janna Hurley 30’, Sarah Loau 55’)

Levin AFC Women’s Reserves 2 (Amanda Jenn 41’, Rebekah Sinclair 49’)

Transport Maintenance Feilding Women’s Social 0

Article added: Tuesday 10 June 2025