Cobras strike Wickers, Tigers tie with Rams

Masala and Mt Lilydale could not be split at the of four quarters, playing out a tie with both sides on 102-apiece. The margin was never more than five points at any break as both sides fought valiantly until the final siren. Anthony Dorrington top-scored for the day with six goals for the Tigers, while teammate Sam Freeman kicked four. Reece Hancock continued his strong form for the Rams and was best afield, and Stephen Donald kicked three.

Eight goals to two in the first term helped Manningham Cobras to a strong 53-point win over Elsternwick at Koonung Reserve. The remainder of the match was tight with the Cobras leading 11 goals to 10, Christopher Jolly kicking five goals. Justin Pilcher was named best afield for the Cobras, while Justin Hunter dominated at the other end with six goals for the Wickers.

Eley Park Sharks made it two wins in a row as they defeated Parkside by 33 points at Pitcher Park. The Sharks trailed by one point at the main break but kicked seven goals to two in the last half to run away with their fifth win of the year. Jesiah McGarvie starred with six goals in a BOG display for the Sharks, while Aaron Eastlake impressed for the Red Devils with two goals and a bevy of disposals.

North Brunswick notched their ninth consecutive win as they defeated St Francis Xavier by 29 points at St Francis Xavier College. Nicholas Trewhella maintained his strong form with a BOG performance for the Bulls, while Jake George and Peter Butler kicked three goals each. Brendan O’Hara did the damage for the X-Men with three majors of his own and Harley Crozier impressed as their best player.