By DAYLE DUNSHEA - Division 2 Reserves
CAROLINE Springs are now sitting in second place on the ladder, after defeating North Footscray at Town Centre Oval at the weekend.
With both teams competing for second place on the ladder, North Footscray were looking to keep it and Caroline Springs looking to secure it, the atmosphere was electric at Town Centre Oval.
North Footscray started the match off strong, heading into the first break a goal ahead on the scoreboard, however this was the only time that the Devils lead for the day.
As the second quarter commenced, the Lakers began to dominate against the opposition players.
Stefan Caterino and Anthony Brook were able to gain control of the ball and get it down to their forward, with the Lakers kicking three goals to zero in the second term.
North Footscray were able to get possession of the ball, but were unable to make the most of their opportunities.
During the third quarter, Caroline Springs were again able to keep North Footscray goalless, whilst strengthening their own lead.
North Footscray started to wake up as the fourth started, kicking their first goal since the first quarter and getting other opportunities, however Caroline Springs could not be stopped as they kicked another three goals and defeating the Devils by 35-points.
At the same time down at Heathdale Oval, Yarraville Seddon were putting together another strong performance, as they defeated Glen Orden for the second time this season.
The Eagles won 4.3. (27) to 17.15. (117). Yarraville Seddon remain undefeated.
In the final match of the round, West Footscray won their first game for the season defeating Manor Lakes at Shorten Reserve.
It is a disappointing loss for the Storm, who’s only win was from a forfeit from West Footscray.
The final scores were 10.13. (73) to 5.3. (33).
After having a week off, Round 10 action on June 18, will see the top of the ladder go up against the bottom of the ladder, as Yarraville Seddon host Manor Lakes at Yarraville Oval.
Caroline Springs will travel to Heathdale Oval, as they prepare to take on Glen Orden.
North Footscray will be playing Albanvale at the Devils’ home ground, after this week’s loss the Devils will be looking to show they’re not to be messed with.
Last Modified on 06/06/2016 14:42