JASPAR WILSON-KEIR | MAY 5, 2026
SENIORS
Southport has secured a statement win in its Round 4 QAFLW clash, pulling away from Wilston Grange to claim top spot on the ladder.
The Sharks ran out 9.9 (63) to 4.5 (29) victors, breaking the contest open after half time following a tightly contested opening half.
The game began as a genuine arm wrestle, with both sides matching each other around the contest. Wilston Grange edged ahead early, taking a two-point advantage into the first break after an even opening term.
The intensity remained high in the second quarter, with neither side able to gain clear separation. Southport managed to edge in front by the main break, holding a narrow two-point lead in a contest defined by pressure and contested ball.
The turning point came in the third term, where the Sharks lifted their output and began to take control. Southport piled on four unanswered goals in a dominant stretch, shifting momentum decisively and building a match-winning lead heading into the final quarter.
With the game on their terms, the Sharks maintained their grip in the final term, holding Wilston Grange scoreless to close out a strong performance.
Olivia Meagher (23 disposals) made an immediate impact on her return, leading the way with three goals, while defender Siobhan Ross continued her outstanding start to the season with another influential display. Tayla Christensen and Ella Maurer (26 disposals, seven clearances) were again prominent, with Scarlett Featherstone (21 disposals) and Holly Wall (two goals) also among the Sharks’ best contributors.
The Sharks travel to Giffin Park to take on Coorparoo Saturday 9 May at 4:45pm.
SOUTHPORT 2.0 4.4 8.4 9.9 (63)
WILSTON GRANGE 2.2 4.2 4.5 4.5 (29)
GOALS: Meagher 3, Wall 2, Christensen, Maurer, O’Brien, Schipp
BEST PLAYERS: Meagher, Ross, Christensen, Featherstone, Maurer, Wall’
Southports Sage Crossley taking a pack mark.
RESERVES
Sharks maintain control with another strong Reserves performance
Southport has continued its impressive run in the QAFLW Reserves competition, delivering another convincing result with a win over Wilston Grange.
The Sharks recorded a 12.11 (83) to 1.0 (6) victory, building momentum across the afternoon before pulling clear in the second half.
Southport made an assertive start, generating early opportunities and applying consistent pressure to open up a 13-point lead at the first break while keeping the opposition scoreless.
The second term saw the Sharks build on that foundation, linking up effectively and finding greater reward on the scoreboard. Their control around the contest allowed them to extend the margin to 35 points by half time.
After the main break, Southport continued to dictate play, steadily increasing its advantage through sustained effort across all lines. The side’s ability to win territory and maintain forward pressure ensured the lead continued to grow heading into the final quarter.
The Sharks finished strongly, adding further scoreboard impact to cap off another well-rounded performance, while restricting Wilston Grange to a solitary late goal.
Shelby Harrison was influential throughout the contest, with Taneille Krzyska providing strong support in the ruck. Jesica Pang and Serina Balanda were also key contributors, while Carlee Smith and Georgia Hunt rounded out a group of consistent performers.
In front of goal, Bonnie Brown and Kaylea Kobzan each finished with three majors, while debutant Ella Gordon, Georgia Hunt and Georgia Wakefield added two goals apiece in a spread attacking effort.
The Sharks travel to Giffin Park to take on Coorparoo Saturday 9 May at 3:00pm.
SOUTHPORT 2.1 5.5 8.8 12.11 (83)
WILSTON GRANGE 0.0 0.0 0.0. 1.0 (6)
GOALS: B. Brown 3, Kobzan 3, Gordon 2, G. Hunt 2, Wakefield 2
BEST PLAYERS: Harrison, Krzyska, Pang, Balanda, Smith, Hunt
