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Riddell made history on Saturday afternoon as it fielded its first ever women’s side, but it was the reigning premiers in Macedon that came out on top in the Riddell District Football League women’s competition.

The Bombers are the only new team in the competition and they hosted the Cats in the final clash of a big day for the PUKA Up Cup.

Macedon kicked the only goal of the first quarter before growing the lead in every quarter on the way to a 10.10 (70)-0.0 (0) win.

Reigning league best and fairest winner Ruby Watts kicked three goals in a best on ground performance for the Cats.

Lilli Collins, Shakira Parker and Samantha Pointer kicked two goals each, with Pointer and Collins named in the best.

Ava Osborne, Lauren Shaw and Jessica Edwards were named the Bombers best.

Lancefield opened its account with a good win against Romsey.

Also the final clash of the day between the two clubs, the Tigers led all day in a 9.11 (65)-3.3 (21) win.

Meaghan Lyons kicked three goals for the Tigers, while Harriet Zledaltis kicking two goals.

Abbie Sarginson and Alice Bromley were named the Tigers best.

Melton beat Mount Alexander Falcons in the other match, 6.8 (44)-1.1 (7). The Bloods led 23-0 at quarter time and were able to remain in control.

Pauline Hutchins kicked four goals for the Bloods in a best on ground performance.

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