Adelaide Footy League match reports round 15: Broadview beats Gaza to move top of division two
A div two power recovered from a slow start to take top spot in round 15 of the Adelaide Footy League, while top four rivals played out a one-point thriller. Full match reports for every division.
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Round 15 of the Adelaide Footy League has been played out over the weekend, marking the beginning of the final month of the competition before finals.
Clubs in divisions two to seven all took to the field for an exciting week of footy, while division one teams – who will play their round 15 this coming Saturday – had a week off.
Here are The Messenger’s match reports for each div:
DIVISION TWO
Broadview coach Matt Burgess was thrilled with his side’s win over Gaza in round 15, despite a slow opening quarter.
The Tigers went into the first break down 19-28 at home, but managed to kick into gear through the final three terms, emerging 13.13 (91) to 6.10 (46) victors.
The visiting Eagles got their hands to the ball first in the opening term, with Scott Lewis dominant in the middle.
Forward Damon Hill benefited, booting three goals in the term.
The Tigers lifted the intensity after the first break, with Kane Flanagan locking down Hill, and Kobi Russell, captain Cooper O’Leary and ruckman Max Oborn all finding another level.
Forward Jesse White was also in good form, kicking four majors.
“It was pleasing to get the result,” Burgess said.
“We knew they (Gaza) would be fighting to avoid relegation so we expected them to come out firing.
“For the guys to stick with the game plan and get on top, that was definitely a positive.”
Gaza was held to just two goals after quarter-time, with Broadview dominating on the ball and not allowing their opponent any time or space when it didn’t have possession.
“We wanted to deny them the footy and get our hands on the ball first and we were able to do that for the most part,” Burgess said.
“Gaza have some quality players so to be able to play tough footy, nullify them for most of the game and restrict their damage on the scoreboard was key.”
Broadview now sits top of the ladder with just three games left before finals.
While the side has a struggling Adelaide Uni up next, Burgess said they were not resting on their laurels.
“We obviously want to keep honing our style, winning, finish as high as we can and compete in finals but we know we have some tough fixtures coming up,” he said.
“Uni is a proud, well-coached footy club which is hungry for a win so we need to compete unconditionally and make sure we come away with another two points.”
North Haven kept its fight for a double chance alive as it came back from nine points down at three-quarter time to defeat Sacred Heart Old Collegians away from home in a thriller – 12.10 (82) to 12.11 (83).
The Magpies led early but Alex Cailotto took control in the ruck for SHOC, boosting his side to a 13-point lead at the main break.
Captain Mark Rowe and star Ryan McInerney soon gained control through the middle for North Haven however, suddenly putting the hosts on the back foot.
The visitors dominated out of the centre in the final term, and while they booted two early goals, inaccuracy left the door open for SHOC to grab the win.
The forwardline stepped up late however, with Jamie Solly, Kyran Dixon and Tom Sandercock all competing hard and hitting the scoreboard as the Magpies took the lead late and held tough to win an epic.
OTHER RESULTS:
- Henley 14.12 (96) d PHOS Camden 10.7 (67)
- Salisbury North 9.15 (69) d Adelaide Uni 8.15 (63)
- Athelstone 17.9 (111) d Unley Mercedes Jets 4.14 (38)
DIVISION THREE
Alex Barns booted the winning goal in the final stages of play to give Morphettville Park an important win over Seaton Ramblers and take the club out of the relegation zone.
Brother Chris Barns also dominated up front and in the ruck for the Roos as they maintained a six-point advantage heading into the final term.
Ramblers shot out of the blocks to start the final quarter, with captain Luke Rochester going hard in the contest.
The visitors managed to hit the front with only minutes left but a Dane Thompson clearance in the dying seconds led to an Alex Barns mark in the square.
The hobbled key forward went back and calmly slotted his third major, giving his side a 10.7 (67) to 9.11 (65) win – a huge two points in the context of the season.
Golden Grove remained undefeated, moving to 15-0 on the season with a convincing 18.6 (114) to 7.9 (51) win over fourth placed Edwardstown.
The Kookaburras held Towns goalless in the third term on their way to the win, with Lachlan Borg dominating at the back.
The hosts were too good in the contest and with their ball use, and Edwardstown had no answer to their opponents’ attacking power.
Chad Barmby (five goals) and Mitch Payne were also impressive for the hosts.
OTHER RESULTS:
- Modbury 16.10 (106) d Westminster OS 12.15 (87)
- SMOSH West Lakes 21.17 (143) d CBC OC 13.5 (83)
- Flinders Park 27.14 (176) d Scotch OC 5.4 (34)
DIVISION FOUR
Plympton made a statement with a huge 32.15 (207) to 3.7 (25) win over Portland at home, taking its winning streak to six and extending its percentage lead at the top of the division.
The Bulldogs were flawless in the opening quarter, barely letting Portland have any of the ball and heading in at quarter-time remarkably up 57-1 to set up the victory.
Kieren Nelson was a star down back while Jake Seadon booted 10 goals up front in his best display of the year.
Daniel Nobes booted nine majors against Pooraka to take his season total to 72 and give his third placed Hope Valley side a 17.13 (115) to 12.13 (85) win.
The hosts led 85-64 at the final break after a strong performance in the middle and up front through the first three terms and did not let up in the final quarter, adding four goals to three in the win.
Matthew Min (two goals) supported Nobes well up front while Shaun Hunt and Benjamin Carabott were also impressive around the ground.
OTHER RESULTS:
- Pembroke OS 22.10 (142) d Pulteney 7.16 (58)
- Mitcham 14.13 (97) d Kenilworth 10.11 (71)
- Walkerville 19.11 (125) d Woodville South 14.16 (100)
DIVISION FIVE
Eastern Park took advantage of its matchup with bottom side Salisbury, thrashing the Magpies 36.35 (251) to 3.2 (20) at home.
The Demons booted 15.19 to just 1.1 in the first half and added 21.16 to 2.1 in the final two terms in what was a completely dominant display in every area of the ground.
Ben McMullen dominated on the ball and booted three goals, while Rob Kovacic (six goals) and Shawn Mansell (nine goals) both had a day out up front.
Colonel Light Gardens beat Elizabeth to move into the top five, using an eight goal to no score second term to boost itself to a 27.19 (181) to 6.9 (45) victory.
The Lions dominated the clearance game, getting their hands on the ball first in the middle and giving their forwards first look at it.
The Hawks were unable to cope with the endless pressure at the back, eventually going down by 136 points.
Paul McInerney was at his best up front with eight majors, while Nick Patterson also dominated with eight of his own.
OTHER RESULTS:
- Gepps Cross 18.14 (122) d Blackfriars OS 14.9 (93)
- Lockleys 25.16 (166) d St Pauls OS 6.8 (44)
- Hectorville 17.15 (117) d Kilburn 7.8 (50)
DIVISION SIX
West Croydon created more distance between itself and third spot Marion with a 15.16 (106) to 10.5 (65) win over the Rams at home.
The Hawks trailed by five points at quarter-time but got the upper hand in the contest in the second and third terms to lead by 16 points at the final break.
The hosts then held Marion to one behind in the final term while booting four goals to come away with a statement victory.
Reece Johnston was impressive through the middle and also added three goals with time up front, while star forward Luke Woodcock had five majors.
Central United recorded a 21.13 (139) to 7.8 (50) win over Fitzroy at home as part of its 60th anniversary celebrations, dominating from start to finish.
The Bulldogs led 96-21 at the main break and didn’t look back, with Daniel Cook controlling the game on the ball and slotting home three goals in a terrific display.
Forward Jamie Lane was also impressive with seven goals.
OTHER RESULTS:
- Ingle Farm 20.19 (139) d Para Hills 11.10 (76)
- Brahma Lodge 14.10 (94) d Rosewater 11.8 (740
DIVISION SEVEN
Greenacres also moved to 15-0 for the 2022 season with a 23.19 (157) to 12.4 (76) win over second placed Houghton Districts at home.
Matt Gibson booted seven goals in what was a statement game for the Dragons, taking his season total to 84 with three games remaining, while Thomas Tocano added five majors.
Greenacres now sits eight points clear on top.
A wooden spoon was all but sealed for Mawson Lakes, with Mitchell Park topping them 9.8 (62) to 10.13 (73) away from home.
The hosts led early but could not match Mitchell Park in contested possessions for the full four quarters, falling behind in the second term and never coming back.
Jacob Hodge was impressive around the ground for the visitors, while Adam Halime had four goals to lead all players.
OTHER RESULTS:
- Adelaide Lutheran 18.10 (118) d Hackham 5.5 (35)
- Flinders University 16.15 (111) d OSB Lonsdale 10.3 (63)
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