Writing in this masthead, journalist Roy Ward cited the "heavy wind" blowing over the court as affecting Horsham District's ability to pass cleanly late in the game, allowing Mallee to retain a slight edge.

Sarah Vanzini was named Horsham District's best player, while Jess Lovel "put on an energetic performance in defence".

It was Vanzini's debut interleague match, with the Edenhope Apsley star impressing in both goal attack and centre.

During the match, Wimmera Mail-Times photographers were present snapping the action.

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