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Seniors vs Old Ivanhoe
The first ten minutes would set the tone for the day. Old Ivanhoe brought finals like pressure early. However, it took us a little while to fully settle into the game, and Old Ivanhoe capitalised, getting out to a lead of over 20 points midway through the first half.
What was pleasing, though, was our ability to respond. We shifted the momentum in the second quarter, and by half-time, we had clawed our way back to within 3 points. That stretch showed the belief and resilience within the group - an ability to steady, reset, and swing the contest back our way.
The third quarter was our best. We created six quality shots on goal through strong forward-half pressure and composed ball movement, but unfortunately, the scoreboard didn’t reflect our dominance. We returned 1.5, with three shots hitting the post. It's an area we’ll continue to work on - capitalising when we have the game on our terms.
Defensively, the backline stood up under repeated pressure, particularly late in the third and into the last. They absorbed multiple inside 50s and kept us in the game with disciplined positioning and commitment to contest.
Although the result didn’t fall our way, there’s plenty to take away from the game. The most pleasing aspect was our ability to shift the momentum and play our brand of football against one of the top sides. It reinforces that we belong at this level and can match it with the best. We leave disappointed with the loss but confident in the direction we’re heading.
With four rounds to go, the message is clear - every contest matters. The challenge now is to turn effort into consistent four-quarter performance.
Best: Thomas Oliver, Ben Carlisle, Ruben Hopkins, Josh Holding, James Allen, Liam Thomas
Goals: Robbie West 2, Ty Beechy 2, Harry Laukens 1, Caleb Finlayson 1, Ben Carlisle 1, Liam Thomas 1
Neil Connell
Senior Coach
Reserves vs Old Ivanhoe
Best Players: Joshua Davidson, Lachie Ross, Jamie Schreuder, Oscar Cirulis, Harrison Kimmitt, Charles Robertson
Goal Kickers: Charles Robertson 3, Harrison Kimmitt 2, Mathew Vogel 1, Ben Craigie 1
Steve Warr
Reserves Coach
U19 vs Old Melburnians
Video Match Reviews here
Best Players: Angus Goodale, harry taylor, Angus Mcneill, Darcy Albert, Freddie Askew, Matthieu Gibert
Goal Kickers: Darcy Albert 2, Angus Mcneill 2, harry taylor 2, Noah Smith 2, Matthieu Gibert 2, Owen Henderson 1, Owen Cox 1, Campbell Davidson 1, Connor Inston 1
Al Rodrigues
U19s Coach
Women vs Mazenod
Best Players: Gabriella Bianco, Grace Deane, Charlie Lacey, Olivia Willie, Asha Kennedy, Felicia Thanopoulou
Goal Kickers: Amelia Standfield 1, Jess Humphries 1, Rebecca Bellpieri 1
Nick Hooper
Women's Coach
Thirds vs Fitzroy
Best Players: Edward Biggs, Nicholas Curwen, Charlie Dore, Cohen Frazer, ZACH HERBSTREIT, William Woods
Goal Kickers: Sean Larkin 1, Private Player 1
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