Goulburn U18 Girls football : Hall of Fame

Hall of Fame

This page is devoted to past players who have contributed so much to to the team and helped lay the foundations for the best team Goulburn & Districts has ever had. Although successful on the field, these girls also showed they have what it takes to be successful in life and they have gained life long friendships through this team, and hopefully they will not be the last to do so.

First name: Hayley
Last name: Evans
Age: 20
Nickname: Haylz
Position: Left Mid
One of the original members from 2005, Hayley left the team mid-season in 2008 to move to Bogangar on the NSW far Nth Coast where she is working toward her Diploma in Childcare. Hayz was a fierce competitor and gave the midfield the bite needed to compete at the higher level. A popular player with everyone , she was regarded as the team entertainer and will forever be remembered for her "Kim" impersonations in Denmark.

First name: Amie

Last name: Friend
Age: 20
Nickname: Amz
Position: Goalkeeper / Midfield
The "mother hen" of the team for the past two seasons, Amz was looked up to by players and officials alike. She always maintained a calm, mature manner (except when she got injured) and was a fearless keeper as well as an excellent role model to the younger players. Amz left the team due to age restrictions and is now studying teaching at Uni.of Canberra.

First name: Shannon
Last name: Kelly
Age: 19
Nickname: Shannoir or Nollsy
Position: Centre -mid
Shannon joined the team in 2006 and became one of the unsung heroes of the side. Not a flashy player but very capable and a non-stop worker with a knack for scoring important goals. Shannon also entertained her colleagues with her "different approach to life's problems" and her lack of any sense of direction. Shannon left the team due to age restrictions and is now doing equine studies in the Hunter Valley.

First name: Samantha

Last name: Painter
Age: 18
Nickname: Sam
Favourite Position: Striker
Sam joined the team in 2006 and after a slow start she became one half ( with Natina) of the most feared striking partnership in Canberra. Sam had great speed and strength which she combined with an instinct for goalscoring. Off the field she was an affable girl with a penchant for partying and fun. Matured a lot in her last season, left due to age retsrictions and is now on the Nth Coast working in Childcare.

First name: Kristy
Last name: Orton
Age: 18
Nickname: Kriddy
Position: Goalkeeper
One of the originals from 2005, Kristy retired from playing at the end of 2007. Stuck doggedly to her role as 'keeper through the dark years of 05 and 06 to deservedly reap her rewards with the successful team of 07. Retired while she was on top. Currently studying at Wollongong TAFE as a Nail Technician.

First name: Lauren
Last name: Painter
Age: 18
Nickname: Lozza
Position: Defender
Close friend of Kristy Orton and younger sister of Sam, Lauren joined in 2005, missed 2006 then played in 2007 before retiring again. A strong defender, blessed with a quirky and irrepressible sense of humour which always helped team morale.(She often got the giggles, even on the field, over the slightest incident.) Lauren has recently finished school and is working two jobs while she considers her career options.

First name: Danielle
Last name: O' Leary
Age: 18
Nickname: Dea
Position: Forward/Midfield
Dea started with the side in 2006, leaving mid 2008 to play with Crookwell. A very talented player, Dea was let down by her work rate and tendency to drop out of a game if things were not working for her. The change in playing environment will hopefully work in her favour.

First name: Shayna
Last name: Rowcliff
Age: 16
Nickname: ???
Favourite Position: Centre Mid
Shayna only played a half season with us in 2008 but she had a huge impact as well as being a very popular member of the side. Left the side to attain a scholarship with ACTAS. Could well be destined for bigger and better things in women's football and is currently playing with Belconnen in the Capital Premier League.

First name: Caitlin
Last name: Nye
Age: 15
Nickname: Bear
Favourite Position: Goalkeeper
Ellie's younger sister Caitlin joined the team in 2007 as a back up keeper and utility player. In 2008 she made the keepers spot her own while Amy Friend was injured and was integral in the team's great defensive record, conceding only 6 goals in 18 games. After winning selection in the U17 CFA Centre of Excellence squad, she joined Tuggeranong in SL1 to remain with the CFA coach.

First name: Elizabeth
Last name: Nye
Age: 17
Nickname: Ellie
Favourite Position: Stopper
Ellie had transformed into a formidable defender over the past two seasons, cementing the central stopper role as her own. Her game had matured markedly and she she was expected to play a key role in the revamped line up this season.Unfortunately Ellie became unsettled when her sister left and after playing in the early pre-season games announced she was leaving the team.