SENIORS XVIII
IN a fast start, the Euroa Magpies booted seven opening quarter goals to take control of the match against Shepparton United from the first bounce on Saturday at Memorial Oval, Euroa.
Coach David Gleeson welcomed first gamer and under 18s leader Max Miller alongside returning players Max Gleeson, Declan Redfern, and James Henry.
The 26-point opening quarter margin proved a stumbling block for the visiting Shepparton United side, despite their efforts to claw back later in the match.
A blistering third quarter saw both sides kick six goals each, delighting the crowd, with Lachlan Hill the standout, bagging all five of his goals in that term.
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Mitchell Walters was moved onto a dangerous United forward midway through the second quarter and held them goalless for the rest of the match.
Jacob Gleeson was dynamic across the ground, moving the ball with precision and pace, joined by brother Max, who impressed on his return to the side.
Ryan Hill provided a steady presence off the half back line, while captain Jett Trotter outclassed his opposition deep in the forward line.
The side will reset for an away trip to Echuca this week.
A number of players are due to return, giving the coaching staff further options.
SCOREBOARD: Euroa 18.9.117 defeated Shepparton United 13.8.86
BESTPLAYERS: Jacob Gleeson, Mitchell Walters, Lachlan Hill, Ryan Hill, Max Gleeson, Will Creevey.
GOAL KICKERS: Lachlan Hill (five), Jett Trotter (four), James Henry (one), Declan Redfern (one), Henry Thomas (one), Nicholas Asquith (one), Jayden Gleeson (one), Max Gleeson (one), Jake Penman (one), Will Creevey (one), Andrew Bell (one).
RESERVES XVIII
By TONY BRODIE
WHAT looked set to be a tight contest in the reserves played out that way, with both sides giving their all in a competitive game that kept supporters engaged throughout.
Shepparton United opened strongly with two quick goals, while Euroa had opportunities but struggled to convert.
Despite this, they trailed by just one point at quarter time.
Two important inclusions boosted Euroa’s confidence - Darby Wilson playing on ball and Jarmyn Tremellen up forward.
Wilson’s ball winning ability and Tremellen’s forward presence lifted the side.
Euroa aimed to lift their intensity and hit the scoreboard, but managed just five points for the quarter.
In contrast, United added 2.1 to take a nine point lead into the half.
Inaccuracy continued to hurt the Magpies but their supporters remained confident, and Euroa responded with a dominant third term.
They kicked four goals to United’s one, controlling the midfield and moving the ball cleanly from stoppages into the forward line.
The final term posed a challenge, particularly after Wilson was managed off the field in his return from injury.
Despite scoring only one point, Euroa held United to just seven points, securing a hard fought seven point win.
It was a strong performance against evenly matched opponents.
Euroa was missing several players through injury or unavailability, but will look to regain numbers ahead of next week’s road trip to Echuca.
SCOREBOARD: Euroa 5.16.46 defeated Shepparton United 6.3.39
BEST PLAYERS: Alif Chambers, Ollie Day, Nic Mitchell, Dublin Anderson, Bryce Cornwell.
GOAL KICKERS: Jarmyn Tremellen (two), Alif Chambers (two), Ollie Day (one).
THIRDS XVIII
By KARL HOLDEN
PERFECT weather conditions greeted players for the Round 12 match against Shepparton United.
It was an even first quarter, with Euroa opening the scoring through Ollie Wilson.
United responded shortly after, before Archie Wilson kicked a second for the Magpies from the wing.
The second term was an arm wrestle, with both midfields working hard and Noah Campbell kicking Euroa’s third goal before assisting Archie Wilson’s second.
However, United capitalised on late turnovers to kick three straight and lead by 10 at the half.
Euroa surged in the third quarter, kicking early goals through Lucas McLure and Baxter Fraser.
Cal Howell and Casey Collett were dominant through the midfield.
United responded with one goal, but another strong mark and goal from Campbell levelled the scores.
With the match up for grabs, Campbell stood tall in defence, taking crucial intercept marks.
Ryan was also strong in the contest.
United kicked the first goal of the quarter to take the lead, before Jack Walters nailed a pressure set shot to put Euroa in front by four.
The Magpies held on in the dying minutes for a thrilling two point victory and their fifth in a row.
They now turn their attention to a tough road trip to Echuca.
SCOREBOARD: Euroa 8.10.58 defeated Shepparton United 8.8.56
GOAL KICKERS: Noah Campbell (two), Archie Wilson (two), Jack Walters (one), Ollie Wilson (one), Lucas McLure (one), Baxter Fraser (one).
BEST PLAYERS: Noah Campbell, Casey Collett, Callan Howell, Harrison Mills, Jack Walters.
