Adelaide Footy League match reports round three: Old Ignatians defeat Goodwood Saints
A newly promoted club recorded its first ever division one win in round three of the Adelaide Footy League season. See our match reports for every division.
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Round three of the Adelaide Footy League has been played out over Anzac Day long weekend, with tough battles contested throughout the competition.
Here are The Messenger’s reports from every division:
DIVISION ONE
Old Ignatians used a seven goal to one third term to storm past Goodwood Saints and achieve the first division one win in its history.
The club had produced two solid displays against Tea Tree Gully and Prince Alfred Old Collegians since winning promotion to the division, but without a win.
Coach Damian Boots was pleased to see his side get some reward for effort on the weekend.
“It was a terrific day for the club – our first home game in division one – and to come away with a win against a strong team was great reward for sticking with the plan,” Boots said.
“It was fantastic to make a bit of history.”
Goodwood had the ascendancy on the scoreboard in the first half, leading by 12 points at the main break.
It didn’t take long for Iggies to hit their straps in the third though, and a seven-goal term – including four from Brad Jones – helped them to a 13.9 (87) to 9.9 (63) win.
“I thought our first half contest work and structures were there and felt if we could continue that work rate and get a couple in a row we could run away with it, and that’s what happened,” Boots said.
“It was a real arm wrestle and a pretty fast and brutal game at times so I’m happy with how our guys stuck with it and got the result.”
Next to Brad Jones, captain Will Abbott was dominant through the middle, while Hugh Ferrari produced a strong shift and kicked two goals.
Boots was pleased to see an even contribution across the board.
“Will Abbott was great, it was the best game so far from him this year and I thought Brayden De Prinse dominated the ruck for us, but we had strong contributions from every player which is what I’m most pleased by,” he said.
“That’s been a trend so far this year so we’re looking for it to continue.”
Glenunga also recorded its first division one win of the season, with a 6.9 (45) to 15.14 (104) win away from home.
The Rams pulled away in the third term, booting six goals to two behinds, and never looked back.
Michael McMahon was a standout for his team with four majors in a dominant display.
Tea Tree Gully’s undefeated start to the year continued with a strong away win over St Peter’s Old Collegians.
A neck-and-neck battle for most of the day, Gullies created breathing space in the third quarter to lead by 29 at the final break and pull away for a 13.11 (89) to 17.10 (112) win.
Brodie Latham was huge for the visitors, booting six goals while teammate Tyler West also added five.
Port District bounced back from its five-point loss to Tea Tree Gully to oust Prince Alfred Old Collegians 9.11 (65) to 6.7 (43).
The Old Reds led by three points at half-time in a scrap but could not maintain the advantage, the Magpies booting eight goals in the final two terms.
Sam Gray was again a standout for Port, while Jason Nyskohus was also impressive.
Brighton moved into the top four with an impressive showing against Payneham Norwood Union, the Bombers coming away 11.9 (75) to 4.14 (38) winners at home.
The Bombers held PNU to a single point in the second term and booted five majors to pull away and managed to maintain the lead against an inaccurate opponent.
Justin Evans and Hudson Laycock were best for the home side.
DIVISION TWO
Athelstone pulled off a remarkable come-from-behind win at Henley in round three, overcoming a 15-point deficit in the last term to win 5.11 (41) to 9.9 (63).
The Raggies held the Sharks to just one point in the fourth quarter and slotted six home as they charged to a big win and top of the ladder.
Daniel Cluse continued his strong start to the year with another two goals and was among the best for his club.
Broadview’s strong start to the 2022 season continued with an 8.3 (51) to 17.11 (113) win over Salisbury North.
Despite being held goalless in the third term, strong performances by Xavier Gotch, Nathan Gordon, and Jared Petrenko (three goals) helped the Tigers to a big final quarter and win.
North Haven also remains undefeated after topping Adelaide Uni by 53 points at home – 13.16 (94) to 7.9 (51).
Ryan McInerney was strong for the Magpies on the ball, while Jack Foster hit the scoreboard with three majors.
OTHER RESULTS:
- Phos Camden 14.18 (102) d Unley Mercedes Jets 5.6 (36)
- Sacred Heart OC 18.21 (129) d Gaza 10.9 (69)
DIVISION THREE
Golden Grove recorded a big victory in its top of the ladder clash with Modbury in division three, gaining a strong lead in the first term and maintaining it throughout for a 19.10 (124) to 11.14 (80) result.
Cam Shenton had his breakout game for the Kookaburras, completely dominating around the ground and creating for teammates up front.
Joel Horskins was also impressive with four goals.
Nic and Tom Schwarz were on fire for Flinders Park against SMOSH West Lakes, controlling the game for the Reds in a 15.10 (100) to 9.6 (60) win.
The hosts won the majority of the inside ball throughout the contest and gave their forwards first use.
Nathan Hinter benefited from the service, slotting home four majors to help his team to a top four spot on the ladder after three rounds.
OTHER RESULTS:
- Edwardstown 11.15 (81) d Westminster OS 9.11 (65)
- Seaton Ramblers 11.11 (77) d Scotch OC 10.12 (72)
- CBC OC 20.7 (127) d Morphettville Park 12.13 (85)
DIVISION FOUR
Pooraka maintained top spot on the division four ladder with a 12.19 (91) to 7.5 (47) win against Kenilworth.
Kenilworth was held to one behind in the opening term while the home side booted 3.4 to lead by four kicks at quarter-time.
The Bulls didn’t look back, breezing home despite inaccuracy in front of goal.
Rhys Kalic was impressive on the ball and also hit the scoreboard, while Ronald Rankine had four majors and Matt Rankine controlled play around the ground.
Walkerville handed Portland its first loss in dominant fashion, overcoming a 56-73 half-time deficit to win 20.16 (136) to 15.3 (93).
Terrance and Ian Milera has 11 goals between them for the away side but it was not enough to stop the Cats’ surge.
Adam Proud was a force up front again for Walkerville, booting five goals while five other Cats had multiple majors.
OTHER RESULTS:
- Pembroke OS 13.15 (93) d Mitcham 9.5 (59)
- Plympton 15.13 (103) d Woodville South 12.12 (84)
- Hope Valley d Pulteney (forfeit)
DIVISION FIVE
Hectorville continued its impressive start to 2022 with a massive 20.17 (137) to 2.1 (13) win over bottom-placed Salisbury at the weekend.
The visitors were held to one point for the entire first half as the Hounds dominated around the ground and at the contest.
Jake Mazzone was unstoppable up front with six goals, while Jak Goudman-Glasson managed to continue his form with three majors.
Hectorville now sits atop the div five ladder.
Shawn Mansell kicked three goals over the weekend after his 20-goal display in round two to help Eastern Park to a 112-86 win over Gepps Cross.
Robert Kovacic was a standout for the Demons as they applied overwhelming pressure at the contest and capitalised in the forwardline.
The hosts had 11 separate goalkickers in the win.
OTHER RESULTS:
- Lockleys 16.14 (110) d Colonel Light Gardens 7.14 (56)
- Kilburn 15.14 (104) d Blackfriars OS 2.10 (22)
- Elizabeth 20.15 (135) d St Pauls OS 6.6 (42)
DIVISION SIX
Central United and Rosewater played out a dramatic draw on Anzac Day in division six’s top of the ladder clash, ending the game 96 apiece – both teams kicking 14.12.
Central United led by 22 points at the main break but Rosewater managed to claw their way back, Blake George and Jaydn Gagliardi inspiring their team with solid contest work and distribution.
James O’Loughlin was the standout for the hosts, but could not drag his side over the line.
Trinity Old Scholars breezed past Para Hills over the weekend to win 32.18 (210) to 6.3 (39).
The home team booted 14 goals in the first two quarters to set up the win.
Alistair Walling was unstoppable up front, booting 10 goals in his best display of the year so far.
OTHER RESULTS:
- West Croydon 21.14 (140) d Ingle Farm 7.9 (51)
- Brahma Lodge 17.20 (122) d Fitzroy 8.13 (61)
DIVISION SEVEN
Adelaide Lutheran kept a top two spot on the ladder with a big 117-point win over O’Sullivan Beach Lonsdale - 22.17 (149) to 4.8 (32).
The hosts remarkably led 57-1 at quarter-time and maintained the momentum for the full four quarters, with Nicholas Sandford kicking nine majors to lead all forwards.
Greenacres remained at the top of the division with a straightforward 17.21 (123) to 5.7 (37) win over Hackham.
The Hawks failed to record a major for the final two quarters as the Dragons ran away with the victory.
Matthew Gibson booted six goals for the hosts while Matt Kemp was also a strong presence around the footy in a best on ground performance.
OTHER RESULTS:
- Mawson Lakes 14.11 (95) d Mitchell Park 8.12 (60)
- Houghton Districts 20.12 (132) d Flinders University 4.9 (33)
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