Ms JODIE HARRISON (Charlestown—Minister for Women, Minister for Seniors, and Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault)— On Saturday 12 August, the entire country watched on as the Matildas beat France to the semi-finals with a nail-biting penalty shoot-out, and on Saturday 2 September Charlestown was treated to a bit of an encore.

The Charlestown Azzurri Premier Youth League girls 13s side went up against Broadmeadow Magic at Darling Street Oval for the preliminary final. After a very exciting, close match, the two sides were locked 1-1 when the full-time whistle blew.

The game moved onto penalties, and Azzurri's calm and steady approached prevailed: the final score was Azzurri 1(4) to Broadmeadow Magic 1(1). Congratulations to Isla McGugan, Edyn Samuel, Nelita Cifrian and Harper Demir on scoring their penalties— they and their teammates certainly earned their spot in the grand final! The final itself was another nailbiter, coming down to penalty shoot-outs once again after tying 2-2 during regular play.

Despite the side's usual grace under pressure, it was the opposition Adamstown Rosebuds who emerged victorious. It has been a fantastic season for the side, and I couldn't be more proud. Forza Azzurri!

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