Women’s Central League

Shadow Solutions Taradale AFC claimed a 4-2 victory over Manawatu Knitting Mills PN Marist in an entertaining and open contest that showcased attacking football from both sides. Taradale took early control of the match, with Maddison Hughes opening the scoring in the 13th minute. She doubled the home side’s lead shortly before halftime with her second goal in the 40th minute, capping off a strong first-half performance. However, PN Marist managed to stay in the game, with Isabella Yarwood pulling one back just before the break to make it 2-1. The second half remained competitive, but Taradale continued to apply pressure. Hazel Marwick extended their lead in the 69th minute, and Samantha Waru added a fourth in the 79th, giving the hosts a comfortable cushion heading into the final stages. Marina Ishimoto scored a late goal in the 90th minute for PN Marist, but it proved to be a consolation as time ran out for a potential comeback.

Round Results

Shadow Solutions Taradale AFC – 4 (Maddison Hughes 13’, 40’, Hazel Marwick 69’, Samantha Waru 79’)
Manawatu Knitting Mills PN Marist – 2 (Isabella Yarwood 45’, Marina Ishimoto 90’)

Game of Round

12/7/2025 1230  Onuku Taipari Domain #1                     Excel Refrigeration Moturoa AFC vs Manawatu Knitting Mills PN Marist FC

Excel Refrigeration Moturoa AFC welcome Manawatu Knitting Mills PN Marist FC to Onuku Taipari Domain for what is expected to be a competitive encounter in the latest round of the Women’s Central League. PN Marist will arrive with confidence, having won the reverse fixture earlier in the season. They'll be looking to complete the double over Moturoa and continue building momentum in the second half of the campaign. Moturoa, meanwhile, will be eager to turn the tables and defend their home ground. With both teams capable of playing attacking football this match promises to be an engaging and hard-fought contest.

Central League 2

In a highly anticipated top-of-the-table clash at Stadium Taranaki, FC Western secured a 3-1 victory over Stop Out Sports Club, to see them jump to the top of the table.

FC Western came out strong, with Jordi Fettis opening the scoring in the 9th minute. Jack Gunson doubled their lead just seven minutes later with a well-taken goal in the 16th minute, leaving Stop Out Sports Club with little time to recover. Ben Hutchings added a third for FC Western in the 34th minute, putting his side firmly in control heading into halftime.

Despite the early setback, Stop Out Sports Club continued to push and showed resilience, with their efforts rewarded late in the game. Jerram Tuck pulled one back in the 90th minute, but it was too little too late for the visitors.

Round Results

Suchy & Co Realty Ltd FC Western – 3 (Jordi Fettis 9’, Jack Gunson 16’, Ben Hutchings 34’)
Stop Out Sports Club – 1 (Jerram Tuck 90’)
 

Seatoun AFC – 1 (John Bobs Daly 69’)  
Tawa AFC – 1 (Dillon Lewis 10’, Mohammad Hekmatzadah 53’)
 

Game of next Round

12.7.25 1445 Memorial Park #1       Mastercraft Kitchens By Healey Palmerston North United vs Lower Hutt City AFC

Fifth-placed Mastercraft Kitchens By Healey Palmerston North United will host second-placed Lower Hutt City AFC in what shapes up as a crucial mid-season clash in the league standings. Lower Hutt City will come into the fixture with confidence, having claimed victory in the first-round meeting between the two sides. They have been consistent throughout the season and will look to continue their push toward the top of the table with another strong performance on the road. Palmerston North United, however, will be determined to turn the tables on their visitors. Currently sitting mid-table, a positive result could see them close the gap on the top four and reaffirm their credentials as a competitive force in the league. With the home advantage at Memorial Park, they'll aim to build momentum

Due to weather cancellations no other leagues were played.

Article added: Tuesday 08 July 2025