The sporting continues

April 16, 2026

Oberon United Football Club

The new season kicked off this weekend with contrasting results for our local men's and women's soccer teams, showcasing both the promise and challenges ahead.

The men's side delivered a dominant performance in their season opener, storming to an emphatic 8-0 victory. From the first whistle, they controlled possession and set the tempo, creating chances with ease and capitalising clinically in front of goal. The attacking unit proved relentless, while the defence remained solid and composed, keeping a clean sheet and rarely allowing the opposition any opportunity to settle. It was a statement win that sets a strong tone for the season ahead.

In contrast, the women's team faced a tougher outing, going down 2-0 in their opening match. Despite the result, there were positive signs throughout the game, with the team showing resilience and determination against a well-organised opponent. While they were unable to convert their chances, their effort and structure suggest they will be competitive as the season progresses.

Oberon Pony Club

As well as opening the new club house, the Pony Club had a bit of action out there on the field.

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Oberon Golf Club

Thursday golf results for April 9

After a three way count back the winner was Jason Barllett with 27 points. Runner up went to Cheyne Barker.

Balls went to Jesse Graham, Gary Graham, John Levy, Hamish Gidley-Barin ,Charlie Brown, Stan Evans, Laurie Murphy, Steve Kaster and Eric Whalan.

Nearest to the pin on the 17th was won by Ryder Saul.

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Hole-in-One Alert!

Congratulations to Club Manager Daryl getting a hole in one on the 9th - the first on this hole in 15 years! What a shot!

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Saturday 11 April - 4BBB Par / Single Par

Jack Robinson Shield - Round 1 57 Starters.

A Grade Winner: Ian Fowler +2 (c/b) Runner-up: Borto +2
B Grade Winner: John Jefferson +2 Runner-up: Stephen Weekes +1

Jack Robinson Shield - Top 3 (Round 1)

Sam Darcy & Buddy Hotham +7
Rob McGrath & Borto +6
Laurie Murphy & Ian Fowler +5

Nearest to the Pins

1st - Hamish Anderson - 127 cm
7th - Sonny Newstead - 476 cm
9th - Darryl Kelly - ACE!
17th - Nate Hotham - 209 cm

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