Lleyton Hughes
21 August 2025, 6:00 AM
Two Kiama Quarriers senior teams have claimed Division One league championships and are now through to their respective grand finals in two weeks’ time.
The All Age Division One women’s team went undefeated throughout the 2025 season, finishing with 14 wins and 2 draws. Their closest competitors on the ladder, Moss Vale, trailed by 10 points.
The team had a scare in last Sunday’s major semi-final against Moss Vale, falling behind 2-1 early in the match. But they fought back with two goals from Alyce Quod, securing a 3-2 win and a place in the grand final.
Kiama Quarriers Football Club secretary Nerissa Peterson said the team had put in a tremendous effort this season.
“They recruited a few new players, and the team has really bonded. They’ve been training harder, even showing up on cold Thursday nights,” she said.
“Despite the rain, they’ve been booking alternative venues like indoor courts. They’re more cohesive this year and have a deeper squad to draw from.”
The club’s Over 30s Women’s Division One team also booked their grand final spot with a 3-1 win over Russell Vale on Sunday. After conceding a goal in the 30th minute, the team rallied to dominate the remainder of the match.
They’ve also had a standout season, losing just one game all year - though Peterson says that match came under unusual circumstances.
“The Over 30s had one loss, and that was when they only had nine players against a full team of eleven. But they’ve beaten all the teams they’ll face in the grand final, including Russell Vale, so they’re pretty confident,” she said.
The over 30s division one league champions. Photo KQFC
Weather permitting, both grand finals are scheduled for Sunday, 31 August, and Peterson says the club is buzzing with excitement at the prospect of two potential wins.
“It would be really special. The Over 30s won the grand final in 2023, but for the All Age Division One women, it’s been a while. I don’t think they’ve won for some time - especially since the split between the Women’s Premier League and the community league. So it’s been several years,” she said.
Meanwhile, the All Age Division Three men’s team is still in contention after a dramatic victory over Gerringong on Saturday.
The Kiama All Age Division Three men's team are one win away from a grand final spot. Photo: KQFC
The match ended 1-1, going to penalties, where Kiama emerged victorious with a 7-6 result.
“For our Division Three team to make the semifinals is huge. They’ve got a good mix - some new players, and a few who’ve come back from the district league to play again for their local club,” said Peterson.
“It’s just really great to see that momentum and strength returning to the club.”
Kiama will now face the University of Wollongong next week. If they win, it will mean three Kiama Quarriers teams will be playing in grand finals this season.
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