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2010
IHF Women's Junior Championships
- July 17 - 31 2010, Korea
Australia 14 ( 5 ) vs Hungary 51 (24) July 19,
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Jul 20, 2010 |
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Today's game saw the Australian junior women's team up
against the tournament’s favourites, Hungary and it was
obvious throughout the game why they were so highly
rated. Hungary scored in the first minute and Vanja
Smiljanic scored first for Australia two minutes later.
The score was relatively even for a time as Sonja
Miskovic worked hard in goals and then Hungary started
to pull away. Any mistake on Australia's behalf was
quickly seized upon and passes were intercepted time and
again. Hungary was strong, aggressive and physical
players who continually came out and tousled with the
Australian women.
The first half saw Australia finish with 5 (3 to Vanja
Smiljanic and 2 to Victoria Brunsberg) to Hungary's 24
and several yellow cards were handed out as the girls
fought a tough battle.
In the second half, Hungary continued with their strong
plays and Taylee Lewis made a magnificent double save
when the ball ricochet towards the goal after hitting
the post. Nina Markovic had a great pick up and shot at
goal resulting in a penalty which was perfectly executed
by Victoria. Lauren Keith scored 2 goals in the second
half, Vanja scored a further goal and Victoria added 5
goals and the penalty to the team score. The final
result was 14 hard fought goals to Australia versus 51
goals to Hungary.
Sonja Miskovic was the Team's Most Valuable Player for
the match.
After the game, the press commented on Australia only
having ten players while other teams have up to sixteen
players, but it was also noted that the Australian's
must be enjoying the game as they just keep on smiling!
Coach, Janne Lilleeng, was pleased with the performance
against the favourites Hungary saying "the girls did
well and I didn't expect them to score as many goals
against this strong team".
- Kerrie Keyes
AHF South Korean Correspondent |