A RELEGATION SAVING WIN?
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Avondale Heights have edged out Essendon Doutta Stars and put some breathing room between them and a possible relegation down to Rookie Me Division One after securing their second victory of the 2022 campaign.
Bouncing back after their loss against ladder leaders Aberfeldie, the Heights dominated early proceedings, opening a 28-point half time lead that would prove to be enough as they held on by 11 points.
Aaron Clarke continued his impressive month of football, booting another 5 goals bringing his year tally to an impressive 17 goals after only 4 games.
He was complemented by a season high 4 goals for Matt Darby, who continues to contribute up forward, kicking multiple goals in 6 of his last 7 outings.
For the Stars, multiple goals from Karl Brown, John Roumeliotis and Brodie Meyers weren’t enough to provide the winning edge as they now sit precariously in ninth position ahead of last placed Glenroy.
As we head into the split round, Avondale see themselves having a week off before a big clash against Keilor, their impressive form in the second half of the season looking to be enough to remain in the Strathmore Community Bank Premier Division for another year.
The Stars face a trip down the highway to Greenvale, the win vital for both teams but imperative for the Stars if they wish to build back the breathing room lost to the relegation zone.
ROYS PUSH THE LIONS RIGHT TO THE END
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A half-time advantage wasn’t enough for Glenroy as a dominant third quarter performance from Maribyrnong Park helped to set up a 20-point victory for the away side.
Trailing by five points at the half, a spirited five goal to goal, third quarter proved to be the difference for the Lions, breaking a string of three losses in the process.
Brushing aside inaccuracy, the Lions had multiple goals from Brandon Ryan, Daniel Oliver, Max Griffin and Jack Mantello, who were complimented by best on ground performances from Matthew Gaul and Scott Clarke.
Another four goals from Adam Del Busso and three from Judd Brewster wasn’t enough for the home side as they slumped to their 12th defeat of the season and fall one game behind the ninth placed Stars.
Both sides have the week off going into the split round, Glenroy facing the ladder leaders Aberfeldie after their break, with Maribyrnong Park looking to avenge their after the siren loss as they face East Keilor at home.
KANGAROOS GET THEIR FIRST OF THE SEASON
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The Sunbury Kangaroos have edged out Craigieburn to record their first victory of the 2022 season, as they held on for a 10-point victory.
Dominating proceedings throughout the afternoon, the Kangaroos only challenged through a final term blitz from the Eagles as they piled on six goals to three narrowing the margin to a respectable ten points.
It however wasn’t enough for the Eagles, as they recorded their fourth loss on the bounce remaining in eight spot on the ladder, one game above the relegation battle.
Cooper Mcpharlane hit the scoreboard with an equal high three goals, taking his year tally to 34 and fifth most for the Rookie Me Division One.
For the visitors, strong performances came from Brett Gordon, Brodie White and Billy Morrison, who all hit the scoreboard and stood out for their side.
The win lifts Sunbury off the bottom of the ladder, a brief reprieve in the relegation battle they continue to face with the unlucky Moonee Valley.
Round 14 sees Craigieburn return home to face a visiting Hillside, with Sunbury Kangaroos travelling to Willowbrook Reserve for a date with Westmeadows.
DISTRICTS UPSET LADDER LEADERS
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In a big win away from home, Coburg Districts have solidified their position in the top four inflicting only the second loss of the season for Oak Park.
The win was set up by a five goal first term Blitz from the Districts, opening a 32-point lead at the first change.
This proved to be the difference, as Oak Park were caught chasing their tails for majority of the afternoon, running out of time to secure the result.
The result has massive ramifications for the make-up of Strathmore Community Bank Division Two, as it gives Keilor Park the opportunity to leapfrog Oak Park for top spot on the ladder in the coming rounds and holding Coburg in a great position of third on the ladder.
The loss for Oak Park sets up a mouth-watering Round 14 top of the table clash with Keilor Park, the winner securing top spot going forward.
Coburg return home to face a visiting Northern Saints, as they look to solidify their third placed spot on the ladder.
VALLEY JUMP INTO THE TOP FOUR
Moonee Valley have jumped into the Airport Toyota Women's Premier Division top four after a 5-goal win against Maribyrnong Park over the weekend.
Their second win on the trot, was set up through multiple goals from Charlotte Clayton and best on ground performances from Tara Newman and Bronwyn Peddley.
Leapfrogging Aberfeldie, the Valley now sit in fourth place ahead of Round 12, two points clear of Aberfeldie in fifth.
Round 12 sees Maribyrnong Park return home to face Westmeadows as Moonee Valley travel to JP Fawkner Reserve to face Oak Park.
STARS REMAIN IN THE HUNT
Essendon Doutta Stars remain in the hunt for top spot in Airport Toyota Women's Division One after a 26-point victory against the Sunbury Kangaroos.
Buckley Park was treated to a sublime performance from the home side, as they remained in control of the match for much of the contest.
Multiple goals from Nyakoat Dojiok and Neve Crowley for the Stars, with three from Lisa Borg for the visitors.
In the end the 26-point victory holds the Stars in third on the ladder, two games behind leaders Greenvale. With the win ensuring they keep in touch with the top two to pounce on any slip ups.
Round 12 sees the Stars at home against Sunbury Lions, as the Kangaroos face a trip to Greenvale to tackle the ladder leaders.
TULLAMARINE CONTINUE THEIR UNDEFEATED STREAK
Tullamarine have built a handy gap at the top of the Airport Toyota Women's Division Two ladder, as they defeated second place Airport West away from home by 23 points.
The win sees Tullamarine hold a two-game advantage over second placed Airport West as we head deeper into the back end of the season.
Tullamarine’s premier defence was on show, only allowing two goals on the day as they managed five themselves, holding a comfortable advantage for much of the afternoon.
Emily Gipp was the sole goal scorer for the home side, her two majors taking her season tally to 31, 12 better than the next best in the competition.
Heading into Round 12 Airport West have the bye, as Tullamarine return home to face the visiting Maribyrnong Park.
