05/04/2026
GRAND FINAL BOUND
Monday 6 April 2026 -2:30pm
ACC Inline Hockey Tournaments 2026
Suffragettes Edge Lilydale Rats in Thrilling Semi-Final
In a heart-stopping Semi-Final Playoffs matchup between the Suffragettes and Lilydale Rats at Stadium 34, fans were treated to a rollercoaster of emotions as the two teams battled it out in the ACC DIVISIONS Womens 2026.
The game kicked off with both teams showcasing their defensive prowess, with neither side able to break the deadlock in the 1st half. The intensity only ramped up in the 2nd half, as the players pushed harder to find that elusive goal. It was clear that both teams were evenly matched, making for a nail-biting finish.
As the game headed into overtime, tensions were at an all-time high. The deadlock was finally broken during the Penalty Shootout, with Laura Solway of the Lilydale Rats scoring the opening goal. However, the Suffragettes quickly responded with goals from Mel Brogan and Christine Dutton, securing a thrilling 2-1 victory.
In terms of shots on goal, the Suffragettes dominated with a total of 20 shots compared to Lilydale Rats' 14. Goalies Jenece Wheeler and Teagan Webster put on stellar performances, with Wheeler making 13 saves and Webster making 18 saves.