Bronze Medal for Burras

WAIS athletes Chris Bausor and Matt Boyce have helped the Burras end their Junior World Cup campaign on a positive note, defeating New Zealand 4-1 in Malaysia to win the bronze medal.

After suffering a devastating semi final loss to Germany only days earlier, the Burras responded in the best possible way, opening the scoring at the 13 minute mark with Tim Bates setting up an early lead.

This early dominance continued for the Burras, who recorded 21 circle penetrations to eight in the first half.

Michael Bates joined his brother on the scoreboard at the 22 minute mark, with Tim scoring his second goal only minutes later at the 27 minute mark.

With the Burras playing with fewer players during the second half due to receiving yellow and red cards, New Zealand made the most of their opportunities, scoring at the 46 minute mark. However the Burras ensured they finished the match on their terms, scoring their fourth goal with two minute remaining.

Matthew Boyce, David Collins and Josh Pollard were amongst the best players.

– Hockey Australia