By WILL ZWAR - Division 3 Seniors
BRAYBROOK doubled their wins tally for 2016 in round seven, as they edged out Laverton in a tight contest at Pennell Reserve.
Jamie Lane was on fire for the Brookers with his eight goals, while Manuel Reardon, who also starred in the win against North Sunshine, was best afield.
Meanwhile, Dejan Samoukovic, Wade Kirkwood, Patrick Hynes and spearhead Jamie Bubleinik kicked two goals apiece.
It was the inaccuracy of the Magpies that cost them dearly as they had three more scoring shots in the 12-point loss.
Earlier, Laverton jumped out of the blocks with a four goal to one first term, which saw them lead by 18-points at quarter time.
But, Braybrook bounced back with seven majors in the second term to lead by 20-points at half-time.
Laverton, would not be denied their first win with such ease, as they turned up the heat again in the third term, kicking four goals for the quarter and finding themselves up by two points at the final change, with all the momentum behind them.
An intense final quarter however saw Braybrook finish stronger, as they piled on seven goals for the quarter to finish 12-points up at the final siren.
In round sevens other games, Newport Power registered their fifth win of the year as they came from behind to beat Sunshine Heights but just four-points in a heart stopper at home.
Meanwhile, Parkside leapfrogged the Dragons to find themselves in third position on the ladder, after defeating Sanctuary Lakes Sharks by 58-points, as the Sharks dropped out of the top four.
Finally, Tarneit continued on their merry way through 2016 as they sentenced Wyndham Suns to a 105-point thumping, as they built on their percentage.
This weekend, Tarneit will host a genuine challenger in Parkside, and will not be able to let their guard down despite their dominance.
Wyndham will have the chance to rebound from a disappointing weekend as they host Braybrook, who will be searching for their third win of the season.
Newport Power will be looking for a sixth win against Laverton, and continue to keep the pressure on the Titans as they remain hot on their tail in second place.
Finally the Sharks will attempt to regain a place in the top four, but will have to get past the Roadrunners.
Sunshine Heights will look to regroup for round nine, as they have the bye this weekend.
Last Modified on 23/05/2016 15:02