Wiluna Martu Eagles host Dalkeith Nedlands JFC Monday, October 12, 2020 - 1:49 PM

Each year, Wiluna Martu Eagles and Dalkeith Nedlands Junior Football Club take it in turns to host an annual football game - a trip coordinated by the Murlpirrmarra Connection.  Bringing together players from vastly different backgrounds, the game promotes and celebrates team spirit, cultural understanding and respect, and healthy living.

For the 12^th match-up, Dalkeith Nedlands Junior Football Club travelled to Wiluna stopping off in Mount Magnet for a game on the way.

Slightly different to previous years, 2020 was the first year Dalkeith Nedlands played against the Mount Magnet Miners. In what was a tight game, both teams played well with Mount Magnet nabbing a 1-point victory against the away side.

Saturday was another day of travel for the Dalkeith Nedlands cohort, driving to Wiluna where they had a night of cultural activities. The Dalkeith Nedlands players were treated by hosts, Wiluna Martu Eagles, to a feast of kangaroo and damper, art, and a buddy questionnaire.

Sunday was game day and when Martu Eagles came out firing it looked very likely they would keep Dalkeith Nedlands from getting a win this trip. Dalkeith Nedlands managed to claw their way back, nabbing their third victory over the past 12 years, with a three-point win.

On the field the economic, social, and cultural differences between the players became obsolete, with both games played being a tight contest. Over the years, the partnership between the two teams has strengthened and is now a mutually respectful rivalry, producing some thrilling football games and many lasting friendships. A credit to everyone involved. 

In 2021 Wiluna Martu Eagles will be travelling the 1,100kms to Perth to be the away team against Dalkeith Nedlands Junior Football Club.