Round 13: Battle of the gorge

South Morang: 15.18-108
Panton Hill: 7.7-49

Goal Kickers: J. Whitcher 5, D. Butler, D. Pratt
Best Players: B. Strongman, S. Huf, J. Whitcher, L. Brass, S. Northrop, D. Pratt


MAGOOS BOX OUT OF THEIR DIVISION

South Morang: 24.25-169
Panton Hill: 2.4-16

Goal Kickers: D. Belcher, T. Dummett
Best Players: L. Walsh, P. Strongman, A. Anderson, D. Belcher, M. Paterson, M. Constantine

It was an all too familiar situation for the Redback reserves side on the weekend gone. Whilst most players battled hard, they were outclassed by a fit and skilful Lions outfit. The players put in a four-quarter effort, however Jono (Coach) was not convinced that the side had taken a step forward from the previous game, although he admitted that the match was not a step backwards either.

Walshy had the toughest task of all, given the job of shutting down South Morang’s big full-forward, who was significantly stronger and heavier than the young Redback. Walshy performed well, considering the circumstances, and was clearly the best player for the Hills, continually denying his opponent the easy chest mark.

Strongy and Adam Anderson were also busy throughout the game, following the ball for most of the day, and adding a lot of pressure to the contests, whilst Belcher did the same playing a few different roles. Belch shut down a couple of big ball winners, and also managed to kick a running goal himself.

It was great to have Kiwi (#1) back in the side, as he got plenty of the loose ball, and also laid some bone crunching tackles on the wing. Conno popped up in the second half, as he followed his opponent up to the opposite wing, and ran circles around a few Lions after having a quiet first half.

Round 14 presents as a better opportunity for the Hills to really take the next step on the large Watsonia ground, so get down there to support our boys.