Payneham NU showcased their strength against Henley in the SA Women's Football League match held at Henley Memorial Oval on 30 May 2026. The visitors asserted their authority from the outset, leaving Henley struggling to find their footing throughout the contest.
Final Scores
Henley | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.2 (2)
Payneham NU | 4.3 | 5.4 | 7.6 | 7.7 (198)
MATCH SUMMARY
The opening quarter set the tone for the match, with Payneham NU quickly establishing dominance. They scored four goals and three behinds, amassing a total of 27 points by the end of the first term. Henley, on the other hand, failed to register a score, leaving them trailing significantly as they entered the second quarter.
In the second quarter, Henley managed to get on the scoreboard with a solitary behind, bringing their total to one point. However, Payneham NU continued their strong performance, adding another goal and one behind to extend their lead to 34 points by halftime. The disparity in scoring highlighted Henley's struggles to penetrate Payneham's defence.
The third quarter saw Payneham NU further assert their control, scoring two more goals and two behinds, bringing their tally to 48 points. Henley, while managing to score their second behind of the match, remained unable to convert their opportunities into goals. The gap widened, and the pressure mounted on Henley as they entered the final quarter.
In the last term, Payneham NU added just one more behind to their score, finishing the match with 49 points. Henley, still searching for their first goal, concluded the game with a total of two behinds. The final margin of 47 points underscored Payneham NU's comprehensive victory, leaving Henley with much to ponder as they look to improve in future matches.
FINAL WRAP-UP
Payneham NU's performance was marked by their ability to control the game from the outset, demonstrating effective teamwork and a solid game plan. Their forward line, led by Caitlin Manning and Chloe Pedersen, was particularly effective, contributing significantly to the scoreboard. Henley, while showing moments of determination, struggled to find their rhythm and convert their chances, which ultimately cost them dearly in this encounter.
As the season progresses, Henley will need to regroup and reassess their strategies to ensure they can compete more effectively in upcoming matches. Meanwhile, Payneham NU will take great confidence from this emphatic victory, looking to build on their momentum as they aim for a strong finish in the league.
BEST PLAYERS
Henley: None
Payneham NU: Luana Calo, Chloe Pedersen
GOAL SCORERS
Henley: None
Payneham NU: Caitlin Manning (2), Chloe Pedersen (2), Emma Cornish (1), charlotte bowley (1), Luana Calo (1)
PLAYED AT
Henley Memorial Oval
By Trent Gallagher