Collingwood All Stars produced a composed and competitive showing across Big V on Saturday night, securing two strong home wins while pushing quality opposition on the road. Across all four divisions, the performances reflected teams that are building cohesion, developing consistency, and positioning itself well as the season progresses.
Youth League Two Women
(Collingwood 83 defeated Craigieburn 56)
Collingwood’s Youth League women delivered a controlled and disciplined performance, setting the tone early and maintaining it across all four quarters. Their defensive pressure created consistent scoring opportunities, allowing them to build a decisive margin and control the tempo of the game.
Jessica McKain led the scoring with 20 points, combining perimeter shooting with strong rebounding to anchor the performance. Zoe Tipping was equally influential, finishing with 13 points and seven assists, consistently creating quality looks and controlling the flow of the offence.
Hayden Neil added 15 points on efficient shooting, while Ella Weimer contributed 16 points and nine rebounds, providing a strong presence around the basket. Willow Clarke played a key role as a facilitator, recording seven assists and applying defensive pressure, while Aixin Jiang and Matilda Milewska provided valuable support minutes and impact off the bench.
The performance reflected a genuine team effort, with strong contributions across the rotation and a clear commitment to defensive accountability. It is a result that reinforces the group’s upward trajectory.
Youth League Three Men
(Collingwood 99 defeated Bellarine 85)
Collingwood’s Youth League men produced one of their most complete performances of the season, combining offensive efficiency with strong interior presence to secure a convincing win.
Leeroy Cocco led all scorers with 23 points, while Oscar Bowditch Brown delivered an outstanding all round performance with 16 points and 12 rebounds, controlling the paint at both ends. Thomas Greenow added 17 points with efficient shooting, and Kacy Wade contributed 17 points, including three from beyond the arc.
Oliver Dart was highly effective in limited minutes, scoring 11 points on perfect shooting, while Angus Kossatz and Jack De Cata provided valuable contributions off the bench to maintain intensity.
The group showed composure late and continues to build momentum, with a balanced scoring spread and improved control in key moments.
Division One Women
(Mildura 79 defeated Collingwood 74)
Collingwood’s Division One women produced a competitive and resilient performance on the road, pushing Mildura deep into the fourth quarter in a tightly contested game.
Shaotung Lin led the scoring with 16 points, combining inside efficiency with perimeter shooting, while Stephanie Da Silva added 14 points and five assists, providing leadership and composure throughout.
Siobhan Mac Aodha delivered an important offensive contribution with 11 points, including three three pointers, while Brandy Santon added nine points and strong work at the free throw line. Amelia Dent controlled the glass with eight rebounds and contributed across multiple phases of the game.
Despite a decisive third quarter from Mildura, Collingwood responded strongly late, closing the margin and remaining within striking distance until the final moments. The performance reinforces the group’s competitiveness against strong opposition.
Division Two Men
(Mildura 82 defeated Collingwood 72)
The Division Two men remained competitive throughout their contest, with several strong individual performances keeping the game within reach before Mildura extended the margin late.
Jalen Barker led the way with 18 points, eight rebounds, and nine steals in a standout two way performance that consistently disrupted the opposition. Nick Korakas added 13 points, including three from beyond the arc, while Riley Johnson contributed 10 points and five rebounds.
Daniel Keenan provided support with 11 points and six rebounds, and Akot Akot added six points in efficient minutes. Carson Crowe also contributed with six points on strong shooting.
While the result did not fall their way, the performance highlighted a group capable of competing, with improved execution in closing stages the next step.
Next Round
Attention now turns to Round 8, with a balanced schedule across home and away fixtures, set against the backdrop of Big V Pink Round.
Big V Pink Round plays an important role in raising awareness and funds for the Breast Cancer Network Australia. Breast cancer remains the most diagnosed cancer among Australian women, with one in seven expected to be diagnosed in their lifetime. More than 20,000 Australians are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, including around 200 men. Support across the league helps ensure that individuals and families navigating this experience are not doing so in isolation.
The Division One Women return to Collingwood College on Saturday at 6:00 pm to face Craigieburn, presenting an immediate opportunity to respond on home court in what will be a significant Pink Round fixture. The Division Two Men follow at 8:00 pm against Wallan, in a contest that shapes as an important chance to build momentum in front of a home crowd.
Both Youth League teams travel to face Hawthorn at Swinburne Senior Secondary College, with the women tipping off at 6:00 pm and the men at 8:00 pm, as they look to extend their strong form on the road.
Saturday night at Collingwood Basketball Stadium is an opportunity to support a cause that impacts many across the community while backing the All Stars at home. Get to the stadium, wear pink, and play your part in supporting both the team and a cause that matters.
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