Four big wins see percentages continue to rise

The results this round have many implications with the top three remaining locked on thirteen wins each, as the Vultures sit two games behind – they look to make a late run for the top-two.

Round 15 saw some massive wins recorded across Premier C, with the one exception being the most anticipated match-up of the weekend, which saw 5^th placed Mazenod defeated by 4^th placed Parkdale Vultures by eight points.

The Vultures got off to a hot start in a six-goal first term that saw them lead by 16-points at quarter-time. Both sides essentially matched each other on the scoreboard for the next two quarters as Parkdale went into the final quarter with a 26-point lead.

It was clear that both sides were hungry for the contest and whoever could keep pushing for one more quarter would come out on top. Ultimately, despite the best efforts of Mazenod who had a terrific last quarter with four goals to one, the Vultures held on for victory.

Mazenod’s Hayden Boyce had a terrific day out with six goals spread across the afternoon. As for the victorious Parkdale, Mitch Brown continued his stellar season with four (taking his total to 70), as Nathan Sullivan and Darcy Brown were among the best.

Despite a disappointing season with just the two wins prior to this game, Marcellin were back to their best with a massive 91-point victory over Oakleigh. The Krushers had improved in recent weeks but were silenced by a tough Marcellin opposition who dominated the game from start to finish.

The scoreboard said it all in the first half as Marcellin kicked eight goals to Oakleigh’s one, thanks to Jack Pekin and James Miller who dominated up forward.

Oakleigh’s intent was rewarded more frequently in the third quarter as they matched Marcellin for goals and got the ball moving around the ground with more ease, however Marcellin came storming home in the final term to win comfortably.

Old Carey defeated Glen Eira/Old McKinnon by 81 points to reinforce their credentials as a serious contender come finals time. Whilst Old Carey would’ve been favourites going into this game, the large winning margin is impressive given the Gryphons success in their first season in Premier C.

After starting with five consecutive behinds, the home side fixed their kicking and got some goals back on the board to lead by 18 points at quarter time, building on that momentum to work that lead up to 45 points at the main break.

The story was much the same in the second half as Old Carey continued to get the footy through the big sticks and dominate on the scoreboard. Jed Rule, Mitch Wooffindin and Trent Warren combined for 11 in a classy display.

AJAX recorded a comprehensive 107-point victory over the Monash Blues. Largely, AJAX have been very consistent across the season, and this only continued on the weekend in what marked the third time this season they’ve defeated a side by 100+ points.

AJAX set the tone early, kicking the first eight goals of the afternoon, and only improved throughout the first half to lead by 68 points at half-time.

Whilst Monash got more of a look in during the second half and converted some opportunities to goals, AJAX were too far ahead and claimed the four points with ease, 133-26.

Amongst the best players for AJAX was Corey Zielinski with an impressive five goals. Despite the loss, Fraser Bennett, Alex Bennett and Charles King stood up for the Blues, each making an impact on the game.

The Hampton Rovers continued their good run of form with a 71-point victory away to PEGS. The early stages of the game were tightly fought as both sides kept each other accountable, hence the Rovers only had a narrow 3-point lead at quarter time.

Something had to change for the Rovers otherwise PEGS would find ways to limit their scoring, and indeed a response was delivered as the Rovers kicked a further five goals in the second quarter and kept PEGS goal-less in the third quarter.

A 62-point lead at three-quarter time was too large a deficit for PEGS to work down as Hampton claimed the victory, remaining in touch with the top-two.

Business continues in Round 16 as the top four sides, particularly, are searching for big wins to boost their percentage and push for an all-important top-two finish.

Glen Eira/Old McKinnon host the Parkdale Vultures in what should be an interesting game. Parkdale comprehensively won by 173 points when these sides last met in Round 1, but the Gryphons have grown a lot since then and demonstrated their potential for the future.

Marcellin host the Hampton Rovers with both sides coming off big wins this week. Marcellin will be looking for a win to stay clear of the bottom two relegation positions. Whilst the Rovers are looking to boost their percentage to break into the top two.

PEGS play the Monash Blues with both teams looking to redeem themselves after their losses. Looking at the ladder, PEGS go in as favourites, but the Blues will be up for the challenge and ready to make an impact.

Elsewhere, Mazenod host AJAX, whilst bottom of the ladder Oakleigh face off against top of the ladder Old Carey.