The Bloods went down to Old Carey on the weekend, in a game very much dictated by the atrocious conditions. It was wet, windy and a "Heavy 10" which probably ultimately didn't suit the boys. But the endeavour was there and except for a few lapses, the scoreline may have been much closer.
Old Carey managed to score a few goals late in the second quarter after our backline was able to hold them out for most of the stanza. This proved decisive as they went in with a handy break. Spencer Roberts, Combi and Chis were all prominent in the first half but we were unable to exert any scoreboard pressure.
We got back into the game during the third quarter but were unable to regain the lead. And while kicking with the aid of a 3-5 goal wind, this was negated by the heavy conditions. At three quarter time we faced a 14 point deficit. The last quarter was a real slog and we were unable, despite the best efforts of the players, to really break clear at any stage. The opposition were very capable of bottling the ball up and this made it difficult to get the running game going. A few goals in "junk time" meant the scoreline blew out in their favour but overall our efforts were really solid and while we got beaten by a better side on the day, there were some encouraging signs.
We are all confident that we can turn that around in two weeks time if we earn the opportunity.
OLD CAREY |
1.1 |
7.8 |
9.8 |
13.16 94 |
OLD HAILEYBURY |
3.2 |
4.2 |
7.6 |
7. 6 48 |
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Goal Kickers: B. Voss 3, F. Mohammad , M. Lillie , A. Brown , S. Langford-Jones
Best Players: D. Comben, J. Pitcher, T. Chisholm, F. Mohammad, M. Stowe, P. Gleadhill
So we venture back to Elsternwick Park next Saturday and take on Uni Blacks. The winner gets to play in a Grand Final so that in itself should be enough motivation.
If we show the same level of commitment and endeavour, we will go a long way to knocking them off.
Last Modified on 13/01/2011 23:04