A late goal has helped the New Zealand under-18 women's hockey side maintain its unbeaten record against Australia Futures.
The Australians were ahead 1-0 at halftime in Canberra yesterday before a tactical decision by Kiwi coach Jason Butcher to replace the goalkeeper with another field player delivered results. With just two minutes left on the clock, Jenna Anderson slotted in the equaliser.
After a first test victory to New Zealand, Butcher said the Australians put the Kiwis under a lot of pressure, especially in the first half. A better second half effort from the Kiwis resulted in a penalty corner, where a drag flick from Katelyn Austin hit the post.
New Zealand goalkeeper Georgia Barnett had another strong game making a number of crucial saves.
Meanwhile the New Zealand under-18 men's team went down 6-1 to Australia Futures in the second test in Canberra yesterday.
