Panthers juniors fire up for shot at premiership

A HAT-TRICK to Sandy Trace helped lift the Panthers’ under-17s into the grand final, and they’ll be looking for him to continue his strong performances as they search for premiership glory.

By Mitchell Turner

September 10, 2023 | 8:00 AM

PORTLAND’S under-17 soccer players are ready for a shot at the title when they take on Warrnambool Wolves in the South West Victoria Football Association’s grand final on Sunday at Stawell’s North Park.

The Panthers got through to the grand final via a dominant 3-1 victory over Warrnambool Rangers in Sunday’s preliminary final in home territory, with Sandy Trace playing a starring role as he scored a hat-trick.