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State League wrap-up: Round 10

Published by
Matthew Hickey

WAFL

No matches in the WAFL this week due to the state game against Victoria, however, there was still plenty to cheer about for Western Australian fans.

Victoria 10.11 (71) def. by Western Australia 20.14 (134)

WA put in a dominant display to knock off Victoria. It marks the end of a 113-year losing streak against the best of Victorian state teams.

Despite kicking with the breeze, the Big V could only manage a two point lead at quarter time. From then on Western Australia controlled the game. They kicked 17 goals across the next three terms and ran away 63-point winners.

Ben Saunders dominated up front for the visitors, kicking six goals. VFL representatives Jodan Lisle, and Sam Switowski both kicked two.

Ben Saunders was awarded the Simpson Medal for best on the ground from the WAFL, while Tom O'Sullivan took home the same accolade for the VFL, the Frank Johnson Medal.

VFL

Richmond 14.7 (91) def. Essendon 10.14 (74)

A strong third quarter led Richmond to a 17-point win over Essendon. Anthony Miles (29 disposals and a goal) impressed for the Tigers, as did Ben Lennon (three goals).

Despite the loss, both Ben Howlett (35 disposals and two goals), and Alex Boyse (five goals) were good for the Bombers.

Footscray 19.24 (138) def. Sandringham 5.9 (39)

Inaccuracy from Footscray saved Sandringham from further embarrassment, with the Zebras losing by 99 points. The Bulldogs kicked an amazing 24 behinds in the blowout. Mitch Honeychurch was excellent in the win, he had 31 disposals, and kicked 3.5, while Toby McLean (38 touches and a goal), and Travis Cloke (10 marks and two goals) also played well.

In what was a sombre day for Sandringham, Jack Lonie was excellent. He had 30 disposals and booted two goals.

SANFL

Norwood 9.13 (67) def. Eagles 5.6 (36)

Norwood claimed an important victory in a low scoring game against the Eagles. Former Crow Mitch Grigg performed well for the Redlegs, collecting 26 disposals, and finishing with seven inside 50s. Lewis Johnston was also good, kicking two goals and finishing with 21 touches.

Scott Lewis impressed in what was a tough day for Woodville West Torrens. He had 31 disposals and five inside 50s.

Port Adelaide 17.16 (118) def. Central District 12.7 (79)

Brett Eddy may have earned a senior recall, as he kicked four goals in Port Adelaide's win over Central District. Steven Summerton had 30 disposals for the Magpies, while Angus Monfries also chimed in with three goals.

Nick Holman (27 disposals and a goal) and Travis Schiller (33 disposals and a goal) were among the best on ground for the Bulldogs.

North Adelaide 5.5 (35) def. by Adelaide 17.7 (109)

Adelaide claimed a convincing win over North Adelaide, claiming a 74-point victory. Jonathon Beech was excellent for the visitors, collecting 30 touches and kicking three goals. Scott Thompson had 24 disposals and eight tackles.

Max Thring was arguably North Adelaide's best, he registered nine inside 50s and 29 disposals.

Glenelg 10.7 (67) def. West Adelaide 9.9 (63)

Glenelg produced a stunning comeback to beat West Adelaide by four points. The Tigers trailed at every change, yet produced a five goal final term to get over the line. Warrick McGinty was instrumental in the ruck, recording 47 hit-outs and kicking a goal.

Kaine Stevens did all he could to try and get the Bloods the win, kicking two late goals. He also had 27 touches and seven tackles.

South Adelaide 5.11 (41) def. by Sturt 14.9 (93)

Mark Evans kicked four goals and Sam Colquhoun had 29 disposals, as Sturt took home a 52-point win over South Adelaide.

Nick Liddle was again excellent for the Panthers, he had 26 disposals, nine marks and eight inside 50s.

NEAFL

Sydney Uni 17.24 (126) def. Canberra 8.7 (55)

Lewis Stevenson racked up 41 disposals as Sydney Uni put Canberra to the sword. Xavier Richards could have had a big day out, but could only managed to kick 2.6 in the win.

Jordan Harper was again brilliant for Eastland, he had 36 touches and a goal.

Sydney 16.24 (120) def. Gold Coast 4.8 (32)

A dominant performance from Sydney has seen them knock off Gold Coast by 88 points. Aliir Aliir showed his versatility, by kicking three goals, while Jordan Foote could potentially earn a Swans recall, putting in a good performance.

It was a tough day for Gold Coast, however, big man Daniel Currie was one of their few shining lights.

Southport 11.14 (80) def. Redland 8.14 (62)

Five goals from John Anthony helped seal an important win for Southport. He had help from star Jordan Keras who registered an amazing 44 disposals.

Jackson Paine did all he could for Redland, kicking four goals.

Aspley 9.6 (60) def. by Brisbane 23.14 (152)

It was a goal-fest for Brisbane, as they defeated Aspley by 92-points. Ryan Harwood had six goals, while Oscar Mcinerny kicked four. Rohan Bewick (36 touches) was also excellent for the Lions.

Ed Barlow performed well for Aspley despite the heavy loss, he had 30 touches and kicked a goal.

NT Thunder 18.18 (126) def. Giants 11.5 (71) 

GWS' injury woes cost their NEAFL side, as they went down by 55 points to the NT Thunder. Darren Ewing kicked another bag for the Northern Territory, finishing with six goals.

Mathew Walker performed well on a tough day for the Giants. He kicked four of their 11 goals.

Published by
Matthew Hickey