The Western Sydney Wanderers Girls Academy U14s etched their names into the history books, lifting their first-ever Youth League One Championship trophy with a 3–1 win over APIA Leichhardt FC.
The Wanderers made the perfect start, striking inside the opening minute when Ally Wrzynski’s driven cross forced an own goal to give her side an early lead.
The first half proved a fierce contest with chances at both ends, but the Wanderers’ backline stood strong, ensuring a 1–0 advantage at the break.
After halftime, confidence grew as the Red & Black began dictating possession and playing with their trademark style.
Their dominance paid off when Eleah Hewitt delivered a dangerous cross from the left, with Grace Brian reacting sharply to tuck home the second goal.
APIA Leichhardt FC threatened a comeback with a quick counter to reduce the deficit to 2–1, but the Wanderers’ response was immediate.
Off the bench and into the spotlight, Ruby Drosos made a stunning impact, unleashing a strike from outside the box that deflected past the keeper to restore the two-goal cushion.
From there, the Wanderers controlled proceedings until the final whistle, sparking jubilant celebrations as the squad secured a milestone moment for the Girls Academy.
