By Peter Stephenson
Barkers lost their fourth consecutive game on Saturday, as they went down 1-2 to Brandon Park at home.
Both sides began well, with chances at both ends in the first 20 minutes. BP then had a good series of corners putting pressure on Barkers. Liam Seaye was put under pressure in the Barkers’ six-yard box and conceded a penalty. The striker sent Mark Naumowicz the wrong way and neatly slotted home to make it 1-0 to the visitors.
Brandon Park took control, but Barkers had a few chances. On the half hour, Jack Buglass was in on goal but the keeper saved. BP doubled their lead right on half time to make it 2-0 at the break.
Barkers pulled one back on 54 minutes when Brett Tronconi headed in at the far post. Barkers had a good second half, but were unable to capitalise on their chances. Maxim Solovyev virtually had an open net and shot wide with 12 minutes left, but BP took the points.
Mooroolbark SC is currently sitting in sixth on the ladder with six wins and seven losses.
Mazenod Football Club is sitting in the top spot, followed by Knox City FC and Brandon Park FC. Rounding out the top five are Hampton East Brighton FC and Peninsula Strikers Senior FC.
The Barkers will next face Frankston Pines Soccer Club who are currently sitting in 11th on the ladder. It will be a home game for the Barkers at Esther Park, starting at 3pm.
Although the women had a bye, the Barkerettes went into the weekend having signed a player to the team.
Aeisha Demarco returned to the Barkerettes after taking some time off from playing but has been a welcomed addition to the squad, with the club saying “she has slotted back into the team like she never left“.
“Aeisha is a strong and stable midfielder and we are super excited to have her back,“ the club said.
