20/08/2026
A massive congratulations to our Henley Sharks U12 Div 1 players Hudson Thaller and Zack Wachowicz, who recently pulled on the SA guernsey at the National Championships in Canberra!
After two close losses to open the competition, the SA boys won their next three games and proving they were right up there with the best teams. They pushed undefeated Victoria right to the end, recording the closest final margin against Victoria of any team at the championships! π
Even more special, the SA team was awarded the Richard Newman Shield for fair play and sportsmanship. π The shield is awarded to just one team each year and, in its 15-year history, SA had only won it once before β making this year's team just the second South Australian side to receive the honour. What an achievement!
Both Hudson and Zack had outstanding tournaments and were recognised among SA's best players across multiple games.
β‘ Hudson had a huge impact throughout the tournament, including an incredible six-goal game and another four-goal haul later in the week.
πͺ Zack was outstanding all over the ground, playing hard, consistent football and delivering strong performances throughout the championships.
A fantastic achievement for both boys and a very proud moment for the Henley Sharks! π¦
π Congratulations Zack and Hudson β what an effort!
And if you want to see these two Sharks back in action, come down to Shark Park this Sunday at 11:30am, when U12 Div 1 take on Glenunga! π¦π₯
