Murupara Stingers goal attack Amy Unuwai stops the ball going over the sideline against Kahukura Red. Photo/Ben Fraser
Murupara Stingers goal attack Amy Unuwai stops the ball going over the sideline against Kahukura Red. Photo/Ben Fraser
Murupara Stingers and Marist Magic continue to lead the way in Premier 1, picking up wins over Kahukura Red and Waikite Panthers respectively.
Murupara cruised to a 43-20 win over Kahukura on Saturday to maintain their hot run of form this season. They looked sharp from the get-go, scoring sixunanswered points to start the game, and finished the first quarter with an 11-2 lead.
Murupara goal shoot Lee Tapsell and goal attack Amy Unuwai were at their sharp shooting best, draining shots from all over the circle to lead their side to a 21-8 lead at halftime.
Down on personnel and struggling to break down a fast and furious Murupara defence, the Kahukura Red energy and enthusiasm never wavered, but they struggled to turn attacking moves into points.
Kahukura Red wing defence Te Aomania Grace-Paul attempts to block a pass against Murupara Stingers. Photo/Ben Fraser
Murupara scored 14 points to three in the third quarter to lead 35-11, however, Kahukura were able to win the final quarter and reduce the deficit to 43-20.
Premier 2 Pikiao Warriors 55 Tuhoe 35; Marist Rebels 34 Ngongotaha Gold 27; Whaka Black 40 Eastside Gurls 1 28.
Senior A Rotoiti Gold 50 Kahukura White 50; Reporoa Rangers 56 Waikite Flamez 51; Pikiao Raiders 52 Manawatahi Taiohi 46.
A Grade Marist Inferno 51 Manawatahi Black 28; Kahukura Blue 38 Waikite Social 29; Ngati Kea Ngati Tuara 37 Ngongotaha Hapori 20.
Senior B The Chix 32 Eastside Gurls 2 27; Vegas Lady Bugs 48 Marist Souls 24; Mana 45 Hinemoa Point 36; KTTTOF GIRLS 36 The Chix 26; Vegas Lady Bugs 50 Hinemoa Point 29; Mana 33 Marist Souls 33.
