SENIOR XVIII
Celebrating Lachlan Hill’s 100th senior game was a key focus for coach Dave Gleeson and his side as they took to a cold, wet Kings Park in Seymour on Saturday.
Seymour made a fast start on the scoreboard, booting all three of their goals in the first half.
Euroa managed just one major, but at the main break, remained well in the contest.
The second half mirrored the first in terms of weather.
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Euroa began to find a more structured approach, with Marcus Varley injected into the midfield with strong impact.
Darby Wilson drove the ball forward consistently throughout the afternoon, while Jack McKernan’s ruck work was outstanding.
Cohen Paul held firm in defence, while Jacob Gleeson provided valuable drive through the centre.
The match went right down to the wire, with Euroa drawing level in the final term.
However, two late behinds gave Seymour the edge in a very tight contest.
Euroa will be looking to turn its form around in its final home game of the season next weekend against Mooroopna.
Two recent losses by a combined five points has been frustrating for this hard working team.
SCOREBOARD: Euroa 3.6.24 defeated by Seymour 3.8.26.
BEST PLAYERS: Darby Wilson, Jack McKernan, Jacob Gleeson, Marcus Varley, Cohen Paul.
GOAL KICKERS: Jack McKernan, Lachlan Hill, Jack Walters.
RESERVE XVIII
By TONY BRODIE
It was always going to be a challenge against Seymour, who consistently field a strong reserves side.
With several inclusions this week, there was hope Euroa would be more competitive.
From the first bounce, the Euroa reserves matched their opponents.
James Henry and Declan Redfern led the way, while Linc McKernan, playing his 150th reserves game, provided a solid target up forward.
Nic Brodie led the defence with determination.
The wet, heavy conditions made for tough football.
As the game progressed, Seymour slowly gained the upper hand.
Despite this, Euroa continued to fight hard, even as fatigue set in during the final quarter.
Co-coaches Declan Redfern and James Henry led by example.
The return of Nick Thomson, Linc McKernan and Nic Brodie, all back from injury or time away, was a positive sign.
Their inclusion should boost the side’s chances next week against the Mooroopna reserves.
SCOREBOARD: Euroa 1.2.8 defeated by Seymour 9.9.63.
BEST PLAYERS: Nic Brodie, Declan Redfern, Nic Thomson, Alif Chambers, Brodie Asquith.
GOAL KICKERS: Alif Chambers.
THIRD XVII
By KELLY FRASER
Euroa travelled down the highway on a wet, cold Saturday morning to face Seymour in a tightly contested clash under slippery conditions.
Seymour struck early, slotting two goals within the first six minutes.
Their tackling pressure and cleaner ball use led to a third goal soon after.
Despite the conditions, Seymour adapted quickly, maintaining control over the early play.
Euroa responded late in the quarter, with goals to Noah and Ryan.
Seymour answered with another, taking a solid lead into the first break.
Seymour resumed control early in the second quarter, kicking another goal and continuing their pressure.
Harrison replied with a goal for Euroa, followed by another from Callan to close the half.
The third quarter saw Euroa narrow the margin.
Seymour opened the scoring with three behinds before Ryan slotted his second goal and Drew added another.
The Magpies entered the final term within reach.
In the final term, Euroa struck first through Ethan, taking a one-point lead.
However, Seymour responded with two quick goals to regain momentum.
Euroa added another goal from Noah but Seymour sealed the match with a final major.
It was a gallant effort from Euroa in challenging conditions, but Seymour’s composure under pressure made the difference.
SCOREBOARD: Seymour 10.9.69 defeated Euroa 8.4.52.
BEST PLAYERS: Drew Coller, Noah Campbell, Callan Howell, Joel Hamill, Baxter Fraser, Oliver Wilson.
GOAL KICKERS: Noah Campbell (two), Ryan Sproles (two), Callan Howell, Harrison Mills, Drew Coller, Ethan Saxon.
