Men’s Central League 2

Game of next Round

It was a tight first half as Langley Twigg Taradale AFC took on Watson Integrity PN Marist FC with PN Marist ‘s Nicholas Carrick opening the scoring on the stroke of half time. The lead was doubled in the 58th minute when Adam Cowan converted from the penalty spot. The game out of reach when Liam Hall unfortunately turned the ball in to the back of his own net to give PN Marist a 3 nil win.

Round Results

Langley Twigg Taradale AFC – 0
Watson Integrity PN Marist FC – 3 (Nicholas Carrick 45’, Adam Cowan 58’ (PEN), Own Goal 73’) 

Tawa AFC – 0
Lower Hutt City AFC – 0 

Stop Out Sports Club – 2 (Declan Street 20’, Finn Moore 86’)
Douglas Villa AFC Badcock Law Magpies – 1 (Tremaine Rimene-Albrett 1’) 

Palmerston North United – 2 (Reuben Rose 23’, Anthony Jones 80’)
Suchy & Co Realty Ltd FC Western – 0

Te Kotahitanga FC Men’s Firsts – 2 (Harry Howes 39’, Josh Harmer 61’)
Seatoun AFC – 2 (Isaac Hassall 66’, John Bobs Daly 74’)

Game of next Round

7.6.25 1430 Redwood Park #1          Tawa AFC vs Suchy & Co Realty Ltd FC Western

Suchy & Co Realty Ltd FC Western will be looking to stay in touch with the teams above them when they travel to 2nd placed Tawa. Coming off the back of a loss last time out the will be looking to get back to winning ways.

Women’s Central League

It was goals midway through the first half to Charlotte Noakes and Kate Macpherson to give Manawatu Knitting Mills PN Marist FC the lead at half time in the Palmerston North derby. Annabel Irwin pulled a goal back in the 59th minute for Kitchens By Healey Palmerston North United. PN United were unable to find that second goal and PN Marist held on to take the game 2-1

Round Results

Kitchens By Healey Palmerston North United – 1 (Annabel Irwin 59’)
Manawatu Knitting Mills PN Marist FC – 2 (Charlotte Noakes 32’, Kate Macpherson 38’) 

Waterside Karori Middleware – 7 (Sophie Bradley 9’, Renee Bacon 12’, 29’, Nicola Ross 41’, 53’)
Victoria University Women’s Firsts – 0

Excel Refrigeration Moturoa AFC – 0
Wellington United Diamonds – 7 (Natalie Olson 5’ (PEN), 67’, 87’, Sophie Parker 31’, 54’, Zoe Barrott 40’, Hannah Pilley 46’) 

Powerex Petone 1st Team – 6 (Pepi Olliver-Bell 11’, 69’, Jessica Owens Blackmore 19’, 34’)
Shadow Solutions Taradale AFC – 0 

Alexia Stoddart Miramar Rangers AFC – 0
Wellington Phoenix Academy U18 Girls – 1 (Katie Pugh 34’) 

Game of Round 5

31/5/2025 1300   Fraser Park Turf          Wellington Phoenix Academy U18 Girls vs Excel Refrigeration Moturoa AFC

This weekend sees Excel Refrigeration Moturoa AFC are on the road down to Fraser Park to take on the Wellington Phoenix U18 Academy. The Phoenix Academy girls have not struggled in front of goal this year so far so Moturoa will be looking to try to slow them down and capitalise on the chances they create.

Yorb Western Premiership

In this week's game of the round, we had Signature Homes Palmerston North United hosting G.J Gardner Homes Whanganui Athletic under lights at Massey University. In a closely contested top-of-the-table clash, GJ Gardner Homes Whanganui Athletic emerged with a 3-0 victory over Signature Homes Palmerston North United. Despite the final scoreline, the match was evenly fought for long stretches, with both sides showing quality and commitment. Jordan Joblin-Hall opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, giving Whanganui a narrow edge heading into halftime. Ryan Holden added a second in the 49th minute, and Ahmed Cisse sealed the win with a third deep into stoppage time (90+2'). Palmerston North created several promising moments but were unable to convert their pressure into goals, as Whanganui defended resolutely and managed the game effectively. The result keeps Whanganui Athletic at the summit of the table, while Palmerston North will look to bounce back in their next outing.

Wanganui City FC Elite Engineering 1sts 0

YOUM PN Marist Men’s Reserves 1 (Sam Hickmott 25’)

TSH Moturoa AFC 3 (Sam Sutton 15’, Tyler Webber 23’, Ethan Webber 82’)

Chillmax Takaro AFC Jokers 0

Levin AFC 4 (Curtis Maclachlan 9’, Cody Stewart 31’, Oliver James 45+5’, 74’)

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

NPBHS 1^st XI 4 (Bruno Bisaga 4’, 90’, Riley Daken 20’, 47’)

Peggy Gordon’s NP Rangers AFC 1 (Devan Leggett 19’)

Horizons Championship

In this week's game of the round, we had Chillmax Takaro AFC Titans taking on Linton AFC 1sts. Chillmax Takaro AFC Titans edged Linton FC 1sts in a thrilling 3-2 encounter that kept fans engaged from start to finish. In a game full of momentum swings, both sides showed attacking intent and plenty of heart. Josh Dagnall gave Linton an early lead in the 10th minute, but Takaro responded strongly with two quick goals from Mark Manson in the 19th and 31st minutes to turn the game on its head. Netra Ghimire extended the Titans’ lead in the 63rd minute, giving them some breathing room. Linton wasn’t done yet—Jaxon “Boom” Stacey pulled one back in the 67th minute to set up a tense finish, but Takaro held firm to secure all three points in a high-energy contest.

Levin AFC Reserves 4 (Nicolas Blair 2’, James Dunsmore 6’, Ethan Jansson 65’, Jong Hyun Ahn 74’)

Isles Construction PN Mairst Inter 0

Wanganui City Reserves 0

G.J Gardner Homes Whanganui Athletic Reserves 3 (Victor Nwankwo 36’, Thomas Pearce 42’, Anthony Bell 70’)

Palmerston North United Development 5 (Ice Blackley 21’, Sora Moriyama 49’, 72’, Max Cowie 81’, Carlo Hodgson 90+2’)

G.J Gardner Homes Feilding Utd AFC Men’s Reserves 2 (Dylan Arnold 16’, Matt Watson 75’(OG))

Manawatu Division 2

In this week's game of the round, we had Takaro United hosting JG Residential North End Old Boys. JG Residential North End Old Boys claimed a well-earned 4–2 victory over Takaro United in a competitive encounter. The visitors established control in the first half with goals from Ryan McDermott and Joseph Craven, giving them a 2–0 advantage before halftime. Takaro United responded positively, with Thin Naing Win scoring twice to bring the game level early in the second half. However, North End Old Boys maintained their composure and regained the lead through Craven, before McDermott added a fourth to secure all three points. It was a strong performance from the visitors, while Takaro United showed resilience despite the result.

SUBWAY Massey University FC Good Guys 2 (Michael Wishnowsky 25’, Bailey Cooke 73’)

Freedom Plus PN Marist Bulldogs 0

Levin AFC Colts 1 (Benteti Bauro 73’)

RSM Wrinkles 3 (Jack Gleeson 31’, 45’, Yay Pay Tha 57’)

Manawatu Division 3

In this week's game of the round, we had CAC PN Marist Greenies hosting Levin AFC Sports. CAC PN Marist Greenies came out on top in a closely contested 3–2 victory over Levin AFC Sports. Benjamin Palamountain gave the Greenies an early lead in the 3rd minute and added a second in the 59th, either side of a 50th-minute goal by Shaedyn Cavallaro. The hosts looked in control at 3–0, but Levin AFC Sports responded with determination. Zane Hartwell struck twice in the 62nd and 71st minutes to put the pressure back on the home side. Despite the late push from Levin, Marist Greenies managed to see out the match and secure a valuable win.

PN Marist Park Rangers 3 (Zach Murray 41’, Jason Gardner 60’, 65’)

DSC Vikings 1 (Calder Woodfield 42’)

Groombridge Electrical Feilding Utd C Team 1 (Damein Wilson 45’)

The Mad Butcher Takaro AFC Fury 3 (Jonathon O’Brien 28’, Luke Chapman 34’, Jordyn Robinson-Human 50’)

Takaro AFC Bua United 2 (Asween Kumar 38’, Andrew Kumar 51’)

SUBWAY Massey University FC Rigs 0

Manawatu Division 4

In this week's game of the round, we had PN Marist Celts taking on Levin AFC Social. In a high-scoring and dramatic encounter, Levin AFC Social emerged victorious with a 4–3 win over Watson Integrity PN Marist Celts. Ronin Coppins led the charge for the Celts, completing a hat-trick with goals in the 14th, 42nd, and 90th minutes. However, the match belonged to Jhon Rodriguez, who turned the tide for Levin with a sensational four-goal performance. He found the net in the 52nd, 71st, 77th, and 87th minutes to cap off an extraordinary comeback. Despite a late goal from Coppins, Levin AFC Social held on to claim a memorable win on the road.

PN Marist Rewa 0

DSC Rangers 2 (David Rowe 80’, Connor Richardson 90’)

McDonalds Feilding Utd Development 1 (Kieron McLoughlin 30’)

Chillmax Takaro AFC Glory 2 (Kyle Thompson 23’, Samuel Shirriffs 80’)

Takaro Awatapu United 3 (Goal Scorers Unknown)

Post Office Hotel Pahiatua FC 1 (Cory Jensen 75’)

RSM Legends 1 (Samuel Hill 46’)

RSM Hustlers 5 (Quinn Crickett 11’, Jed Porteous 17’, Ryan Stockley 19’, 52’, Craig Van Stratum 70’)

Manawatu Division 5

In this week's game of the round, we had Takaro AFC Bench Warmers hosting Drillco North End Socials. Takaro AFC Bench Warmers delivered a dominant performance to secure a 5–1 victory over Drillco North End Socials. Two quick goals in the opening minutes from Ricki Le Mar-Walker (7') and Jake Rounthwaite (8') gave the home side early momentum. Drillco managed to pull one back through Shee Teng Choo in the 40th minute, but Takaro took control again in the second half. Wayne Parker extended the lead in the 50th minute, followed by two more from Rounthwaite in the 52nd and 64th minutes to complete his hat-trick and seal a comprehensive win.

Jennian Homes Feilding United Men’s Social 1 (Jon Newman 66’)

Smart Phone Repairs PN Marist Royals 4 (Alex Gaskell 22’, Cristiano Yarwood 48’, 65’, Daniel Le 69’)

Manawatu Plunderers FC 1 (Goal Scorers Unknown)

Woodville AFC 1sts 3 (Lereagan Gounden 10’, Caleb Teulon 20’, Ford Parker 30’)

Manawatu Masters

In this week's game of the round, we had MKM PN Marist Shamrock Rovers taking on Wanganui Marist Wanderers. Wanganui Marist Wanderers secured a narrow 1–0 away win over MKM PN Marist Shamrock Rovers in a closely contested match. The decisive moment came in the 36th minute, when Amro Saleh found the back of the net to give the visitors the lead. Both sides battled hard throughout, but the Wanderers' defense held firm to preserve the clean sheet and take all three points. It was a disciplined performance from the visitors, while the Shamrock Rovers were left to rue missed opportunities in front of goal.

Sportz Bar Whanganui Athletic Cosmos 0

Advanced Accounting Takaro AFC Rebels 4 (Thai Human 40’, Gavin Eades 50’, 65’, Trevor Munn 75’)

PN Marist Banshees 1 (Richard Lawton 20’)

RSM A’s 3 (Ian Robinson 35’, Isaac Dickerson 70’, Matthew McCallum 80’)

O’Briens Plumbing & Bathroomware Feilding United Masters 4 (Gamied Fredericks 9’, 69’, Duane Butts 21’, Correy Kotuhi 73’)

Levin AFC Masters 2 (Brent Tucker 35’, Brendon Davis 87’)

RSM Old Boys 2

JRM Automotive PN Marist Dunshaegans 2

(Goal Scorers Unknown)

Manawatu Women’s Championship

In this week's game of the round, we had Rosco’s Bulk Yard Feilding Utd AFC Women’s 1sts hosting Chapple Architecture PN Marist Mayhem. In a thrilling encounter, Chapple Architecture PN Marist Mayhem edged out Rosco's Bulk Yard Feilding Utd AFC Women’s 1sts with a 4–3 victory. The match started at a frantic pace, with Jessica Kite opening the scoring in the 3rd minute, only for Jessica Robertson to equalize a minute later. Just before halftime, Bridie McFadzean gave the visitors the lead. Second-half goals from Jessica Mason (67') and Brooke Argyle (72') extended Mayhem’s advantage, but Feilding pushed back late with goals from Alison Wharewera (76') and a stoppage-time strike by Sarah Swinbanks (90'+2'). Despite the late surge, PN Marist Mayhem held on to claim all three points in an action-packed game.

NP Rangers AFC Women’s 1sts 3 (Zoe Mackenzie 1’, Bailee Egan-Gray 41’, Adele Keighley 84’)

Wallace Roofing Takaro AFC X-Force 0

Massey University FC Women’s Reserves 1 (Charlotte Hendry 61’)

Isles Construction PN Marist Women’s Reserves 1 (Caylee Fergus 70’)

Levin AFC Women’s Prems 1 (Ella Homes 90’)

GJ Gardner Homes Whanganui Athletic Women 2 (Lana O’Connor 41’, Isla Jones 75’)

Manawatu Women’s Division 2

In this week’s game of the round, we had MKM PN Marist Mysteries taking on Waireka Trust Woodville AFC Women. MKM PN Marist Mysteries recorded a dominant 9–0 win over Waireka Trust Woodville AFC Women in a one-sided encounter. Anna Sturm opened the scoring in the 12th minute and completed her hat-trick with goals in the 73rd and 82nd minutes. Two own goals in the 38th and 42nd minutes further widened the gap before Danielle Storrier struck twice in quick succession just before and after the break (45', 46'). Ariana Fitzsimons added her name to the scoresheet with goals in the 58th and 76th minutes, capping off an emphatic team performance. The Mysteries maintained control throughout and kept a clean sheet to round off a convincing victory.

Daikin Takaro AFC Harlequins 0

Levin AFC Women's Reserves 2 (Lisa Tucker 26’, 44’)

One Staff Takaro AFC Turtles 2 (Monique Roberts 19’, Lena Coster 47’)

Transport Maintenance Feilding Women’s Social 0

Freedom Plus PN Marist Evergreenz 0

Dannevirke Sports Club Valkyrie 1 (Kath Smith 36’)

Article added: Tuesday 27 May 2025