In an impressive display, the Southern Cats Football Club (SCFC) clinched their second win of the season, showcasing their prowess in a commanding match against the Cootamundra Blues at Holt Oval. The Cats triumphed with a score of 107 (15.17) to 31 (5.1) in round 3 of the AFL Canberra Community Men’s Division Two competition on Sunday, April 27, 2025.
PHOTO: The Cats men are starting to believe in season 2025 CREDIT: Luke Humphris
The victory, coming off a bye round, was crucial to the team’s momentum. Southern Cats President Anthony Sexton attributed the win to a strong team effort, particularly praising the midfield’s performance. “We had a strong team, particularly the midfield who got on top in the second quarter,” he noted, highlighting their dominance as a big part of the Cats’ strategy.
Cameron Moore was a standout performer, kicking an impressive 10 goals. Sexton described Moore’s performance vividly: “Cam just knows where the ball is going to be, his opponent would try to wrestle and get overpowered. Then when they made a change, Cam just took marks out on the lead. He is dangerous from any angle in the forward 50.”
PHOTO: Cameron Moore in action against Batemans Bay Seahawks in round 1 CREDIT: Luke Humphris
Yet, football is a team sport, and Moore was not alone in his efforts. The midfield dynamo Bryn Larkin was crucial in securing clearances, while Ioan Perkins exhibited remarkable skill and speed from the half back flank, contributing a goal. Alex Clark’s hard tackles on the wing and Will Saddler’s defensive interceptions further underpinned the Cats’ collective strength. “No one had a bad day today,” Sexton affirmed, underlining the team’s comprehensive performance.
PHOTO: Scoreboard screenshot CREDIT: Play HQ
Looking ahead, the Cats aim for a third consecutive victory as they face the ANU Griffins in Round 4 at ANU South Oval on Saturday, May 3, with the match kicking off at 12 pm. The team is aware of the Griffins’ formidable forward line.
Sexton explained their preparation strategy: “ANU has a great forward line so we will work on putting pressure on their midfield to prevent easy lead up marks.” He also noted the importance of not getting complacent ahead of the match, as the Cootamundra Blues in their first year of 2nd Division competition were a bit undermanned.
Before the men’s match, the Southern Cats Women will also take to the field against ANU, playing at the same ground from 10 am and fresh off a bye.