AFL 2024: Relive updates, SuperCoach scores for Super Saturday, round 17
Hogan’s haul, Rozee’s resiliance and North Melbourne’s nail-biting victory put the super in Super Saturday this weekend, while question marks surround Serong. FOLLOW LIVE
Super Saturday never fails to deliver, and upset wins were the theme of the day.
GWS and Port Adelaide secured must-needed victories to keep their seasons alive, while North Melbourne has left the bottom of the ladder.
A popular trade-in roze to the top with the performance of the day, while Toby Nankervis pressed his case as a top SuperCoach ruck selection.
Relive updates and SuperCoach analysis below.
THE TAKEAWAYS
ROZEE DAY OUT
Port Adelaide skipper Connor Rozee had a day to remember against the Bulldogs in the Power’s 48 point victory at Adelaide Oval. Rozee finished with a season high 168 points thanks to 36 disposals, eight tackles, seven clearances, five marks and kicked 1.2. Rozee has been building over the last couple of weeks since his return from ankle and hamstring problems, helping Port Adelaide claim back to back wins for the first time since they defeated Geelong at GMHBA stadium and then the come from behind win over the Hawks at home. Expect a few coaches to pick him up for their next clash against the Suns next week.
- Jake Garland
SDK AS GOOD AS TDK
Sam De Koning got a touch up against his brother in round 15 but since then SDK has lifted to show his older brother that there is a battle for the best DK in the AFL. He notched up 135 points in round 15 against his brother but after a quieter week last week, he bounced back in the round 17 win over the Hawks with 125 points which included two goals, 20 disposals, 15 hit outs, six tackles, four marks and four clearances to help the Cats win by 51 points. A big week for him next week as he looks to become the Cats number one ruckman when they take on Collingwood at the MCG.
- Jake Garland
FREO SHARING THE LOAD
Since JL’s comments about stat padding, the Dockers have responded with a team-first approach. Great for the purple army, terrible for SuperCoaches, with Serong and Ryan’s scores suffering as a byproduct. The former boasted scores of 170, 141 and 125 to start the season, making him a SuperCoach must-have, but his five-round average now sits at 99. Ryan has recorded two sub-100 scores in the past month - and only one more for the year. It’s a tough pill to swallow as coaches run out of trades heading into the back end of the SuperCoach year, but don’t expect much to change as the Dockers continue to share the load in their push for a top two spot.
- Chloe Williams
The GWS Giants were in need of four points, and they rose to the challenge against the Blues.
Despite Patrick Cripps (144) and Tom De Koning’s (128) monster efforts, Toby Greene and Jesse Hogan led an inspired comeback which saw them claim a 12-point victory.
Across the night, Walsh (69) and Serong (84) were well held, while Jackson (121) flourished with a half in the ruck.
Richmond fought hard, but Fremantle claimed the win to climb within two points of second place.
Earlier, Geelong proved too strong for a plucky Hawks outfit this afternoon, while the latter have been left with further injury woes.
Hawthorn spearhead Mitch Lewis’ comeback game has ended in disaster, after the full-forward copped a heavy knock to the back of the head and landed awkwardly on his left knee.
Port Adelaide recaptured it’s form against the Bulldogs, taking away a 48-point victory, while North Melbourne stunned the Suns who continue their dismal away record.
Popular SuperCoach pick Harry Sheezel and the returning Colby McKercher were instrumental with 141 and 134 points respectively.
FT SuperCoach Analysis:
Briggs was Giant for GWS with 148 points and 40 hit outs, while Hogan (143) kicked five goals and willed his time into an incredible comeback.
Cripps (144) top scored for the Blues as his red-hot form continues, but his counterpart in Walsh was well held by Bedford, scoring only 69.
De Koning’s 128 was impressive, but not as great as Nankervis’ 160. His five-round average of 128 is the highest of all rucks, with Gawn and Grundy to play tomorrow.
Young (126) kicked two goals to accompany 24 disposals for the Dockers, while Ryan (99) and Serong (84) were disappointing for SuperCoaches.
Blight (87) and Fonti (61) proved to be great rookie selections, with Jones (88) also impressive on return.
Here are the leaders:
10.45PM: DEAL SEALED
The win is sealed for the Dockers with two minutes remaining, but it is also a victory for Jackson owners.
Darcy’s concussion will see him miss next week too, so it buys owners one more possible ton before they have to move him on.
Blight (83) is also a win for SuperCoaches looking for a downgrade option.
More wins include:
Clark and Ryan stat padding in the last 5 minutes #SuperCoachpic.twitter.com/321lzgozSs
— Tim Michell (@tim_michell) July 6, 2024
10.31PM: SERONG FIRES
Maybe he too will prove me wrong ...
Serong scores a major as both he and Ryan find their way into the 70’s.
With ten minutes to play, will these SuperCoach favourites find an extra thirty points each?
3QT SuperCoach Analysis in the West:
Serong (64) is on track to record his third sub-100 score in the past month, while Jackson (93) is on track to make me eat my words in regard him being on the SuperCoach chopping block - although a concussion to Sean Darcy saw him resume the ruck role.
Nankervis has been huge for the visitors, while Bolton has four goals.
Here are the leaders:
10.18PM: STRONGER THAN THE REST
Honestly, I’m pretty happy to hear the big, big sound.
Carlton’s spirited comeback was not enough to make up for their lack of scoring power in the middle two terms.
Despite De Koning’s score of 129, Kieren Briggs (146) was influential with 40 hit outs to 20.
The Giants’ season remains alive.
As they say, they’ll fight until the end.
What a turnaround. The tsunami is back.
10.12PM: FREO MAKE THEIR CHARGE
They lead by 46 points, and Young has broken the ton.
I will get to their 3QT analysis soon, but for now, I’m sweating over the GWS v Carlton game ...
Consecutive goals to Kennedy and Acres sees the Blues within two kicks with three minutes to play.
10.04PM: THE STREAK STAYS ALIVE
A soccer-style goal to Curnow sees his consecutive goal streak live on.
Minutes prior, a goal to Ward saw any danger coming the GIANTS way put to bed, as Hogan selfishly gave off the kick which could have handed him his sixth goal.
Hogan (139) and Cripps (130) lead all-comers from a SuperCoach perspective.
Interestingly, mcKay sits on 75 despite kicking five goals himself.
A happy homecoming 🡠#AFLGiantsBluespic.twitter.com/NbUQh0ODBx
— Carlton FC (@CarltonFC) July 6, 2024
9.59PM: PRESSURE LIFTED IN WA
Richmond’s pressure is above the season average at a rating of 206, but Fremantle have gone one better at 225.
Young (92) and Jackson (90) are the standout SuperCoach performers for the home side.
3QT SuperCoach Analysis:
Sam Walsh (50) has fallen victim to the Bedford tag, but he is now chasing Cripps, who sits on 104.
Green (78) has lifted, while Jones (72) had an impressive quarter, while the orange tsunami has infiltrated the top ten scorers.
Whitfield (84) has been solid with 24 disposals.
Here are the leaders:
9.46PM: RICHMOND FIGHT BACK
It’s a three goal game in the West five minutes into the third quarter after two goals to Shai Bolton, who now has four.
Blight (61) continues to impose himself in the contest, but the rain is keeping it a low scoring contest.
9.37PM: IS THEIR STILL HOPE?
McKay was the recipient of a 50m penalty which could keep the Blues in the contest.
Despite a four goal haul, he sits on only 50 points.
Whatever hope there was has faded after a late free kick to Hogan sees him record his fifth major.
9.31PM: GWS EXTEND LEAD
They’re now +73 in possesion and +13 in inside 50s as they extend their lead to 36 points.
Isaac Cumming has been immense on return, with two goals and fifteen disposals.
The Blues have laid only three tackles inside fifty and it has been 46 minutes since their last score.
HT SuperCoach Analysis in the West:
Richmond rookie Jacob Blight has 57 points and is only $102.4K.
He’s on the bubble this week.
Treacy’s equal career-high four goals sees him leading for the Dockers, alongside Young who is also playing forward.
Jackson (50) has lifted, while Taranto (60) could be a nice POD heading into the end of the year.
Here are the leaders:
9.20PM: GAME OVER?
It’s a big call, yes. But GWS now leas by five goals, and 13 Carlton players are yet to touch the footy this quarter.
The GIANTS are leading the clearance count 7-1 this term, and Tom Green has 55 points.
9.18PM: JACKSON RECOVERS
He must have seen that I said he was on the chopping block .. he has lifted to 51 points.
9.10PM: FIRST LEAD CHANGE
Carlton have led at every minute so far, but after almost two minutes of play in the third term, it’s Hogan who has lifted his side to the lead.
They continue to lead out of the middle.
Add to that a goal to Harvey Thomas, which has flipped their two point deficit to a ten point lead in a matter of minutes.
HT SuperCoach Analysis:
An inspired quarter by the Giants has seen Coniglio rise to 54 points, but Green remains behind the ledger on 26.
Rookies Joe Fonti and Darcy Jones have scored 32 and 26 points respectively, seeing them matching the efforts of the midfield bull.
De Koning is leading the way on 83 despite leaving the field for treatment on his ankle, while two goals to Cripps sees him at second.
Curnow (5) has had little to no impact on the contest with only the two disposals. He’s owned by 38.1% of the top 1% of coaches.
Here are the leaders:
8.44PM: GIANTS COME CLOSE
The margin is now only two points after GWS faced a 39-point deficit early.
Goals to Hogan (2) and Bedford came off the back of their inside 50 pressure, now winning the metric 29-24 and recording 11-2 tackles inside 50 this quarter.
In the first quarter, they were -20 for possesions - they now lead the metric +50.
QT SuperCoach Analysis in the West:
Serong (15) and Ryan (24) have started slow, while Hayden Young (34) has been solid.
Nankervis sits on 37 points after scoring the opening goal, while Treacy’s three-goal effort sees him lead the way on 56.
Luke Jackson (13) could be on the chopping block this week for SuperCoaches if he puts up yet another sub-par score.
Here are the leaders:
8.31PM: STARS LIMITED
The contest remains close in WA, but SuperCoach stars Luke Ryan and Caleb Serong remain on only 7 and 9 points respectively.
Josh Treacy sits on 31 points, beating only Jordan Clark (23) for Fremantle.
Treacy has just slotted one more, so his score should rise soon.
8.30PM: CRIPPS BURSTS AWAY
The first time, he scores. The second time, he’s apart of a chain that allows Fantasia to score.
So far, he has 70 points to his name.
But, he just gave away a free.
-4 points, skipper.
The Blues’ reply is a controversial one, as a Hogan non-mark saw them propel to the other end.
After 15 minutes, Weitering remains on the bench with Owies yet to be activated.
Patrick Cripps is in seriously good nick 🤩#AFLGiantsBluespic.twitter.com/EptE3y4JUZ
— 7AFL (@7AFL) July 6, 2024
8.21PM: GIANTS MOUNT COMEBACK
Quick goals to Greene, Coniglio and now Ward have reduced the margin to only fifteen points.
GWS’ pressure has been immense early.
Weitering has left the field once again with a thigh issue, while McGovern has been treated for a hip complaint.
Riccardi has maximised on the Blues’ weakened defence, finding space to record their fifth consecutive goal.
8.15PM: SUBS NAMED IN THE WEST
Around the grounds, Sam Banks (Richmond) and Michael Walters (Fremantle) have started as the substitutes.
In-form SuperCoach ruck Toby Nankervis has kicked the first goal of the night.
QT SuperCoach Analysis:
Rookie Joe Fonti has already recorded 20 points for the GIANTS, while Tom Green has only 16.
Charlie Curnow, a popular pick at F6, sits on an even more dismal five - but his counterpart McKay has 35.
De Koning continues his elite SuperCoach form, leading all comers on 48, With Williams (46) and Cripps (43) not far behind.
Jacob Weitering has heavy strapping on a corked right thigh.
Here are the leaders:
8.07PM: JONES HITS BACK
$182k rookie Darcy Jones remains in 8% of teams, and a late goal is just what they wanted to see after holding him through injury.
Despite the inside 50s sitting at only 17-13 the Blues’ way, they have capitalised on their opportunities, recoring twelve scoring shots to four.
8.03PM: STRIKE WHILE THE IRON’S HOT
Patrick Cripps’ form has been well noted during the week, but a free kick for leading to a goal, with an inside 50 moments later will have SuperCoach owners happy indeed.
The skipper recorded 142 points the last time these two sides met.
7.45PM: HARRY UP
McKay has split the first quarter apart with three goals, skyrocketing to 35 SuperCoach points.
The Blues are leading the clearances 9-3, and it feels like the game will once again come down to who can win it in the middle and maximise their inside 50 efforts.
Ten minutes later, Zac Williams has kicked back to back goals against his former side, continuing his hot streak as a forward.
He is set to gain DPP status when lockout lifts.
A happy homecoming 🡠#AFLGiantsBluespic.twitter.com/NbUQh0ODBx
— Carlton FC (@CarltonFC) July 6, 2024
7.43PM: CAPTAIN LIFTS
Just as Carlton looked to let loose, Toby Greene launched a rocket to keep the orange tsunami flowing.
7.38PM: DE KONING DOWN
Tom De Koning, who has a three round average of 154, has gone to the bench with an ankle issue.
He is now back on the field.
7.35PM: MCKAY STRIKES FIRST
Harry McKay has recorded the first goal of the game from long range.
It came off the back of a defensive effort from Alex Cincotta, who is tagging Stephen Coniglio. He is now owned by only 746 of coaches.
7:30PM: SUBSTITUTES LOCKED
Matthew Owies (Carlton) and James Peatling (GWS) will be tonights subs, while Joe Fonti will debut for the latter side.
7:17PM FULL TIME SCORES
Mitch Duncan leads the night as the Cats manhandled the Hawks to claim a 51 point victory at GMHBA Stadium.
Duncan finished with 128 points, three ahead of De Koning and Mannagh wrapped up the top three with 118 points.
7:04PM: CAMERON PASSES 100
Jeremy Cameron’s fourth goal to go with 18 possesions and eight marks takes him passed the 100 points as the Cats kick out to a 45 point lead late in the fourth.
Cameron is the fifth Cat and eight player tonight to notch up triple digits with Duncan (126), De Koning (120), Stewart (114), Meek (113), Mannagh (108), Worpel (104) and Day (102) sitting above him.
SnapCity 🌆 #WeAreGeelong | #AFLCatsHawks pic.twitter.com/lfiE1l5wne
— Geelong Cats (@GeelongCats) July 6, 2024
6:50PM: LEWIS’ SERIOUS CONCERN
Hawthorn’s Mitch Lewis has been involved in a serious head knock with Geelong’s Jake Kologjashnij, resulting in blood gushing out the back of his head.
Playing his first game since round 3, Lewis copped an errant elbow in the head from Geelong’s Jake Kolodjashnij when floating back with the flight in the final quarter.
Lewis was left prone on the ground for multiple minutes while the Cats swept the ball into attack and kicked a simple goal.
Lewis also had his leg caught under him in the fall and landed awkwardly on his knee.
The left knee was heavily strapped and he appeared to struggle to put weight on it before walking from the field without any limp, while holding a towel up to the back of his head.
He missed the start of the 2023 season due to a knee injury and had not played since his side last met Geelong, on Easter Monday, due to a persistent knee injury.
Lewis showed some good signs in his return match, kicking two goals as his Hawks were comfortably outshone by the Cats.
Goalkicking legend Jason Dunstall said Lewis “went down heavily didn’t he … it was a very fair contest.”
Geelong have made their sub with Ollie Henry coming on for skipper Patrick Dangerfield (tactical).
Mitch Lewis has come from the ground following this contest.#AFLCatsHawks pic.twitter.com/xn9z4I5oeQ
— AFL (@AFL) July 6, 2024
6:41PM: THREE QUARTER TIME SUPERCOACH LEADERS
It was a goal fest with seven goals in 15 minutes in the third quarter as the Cats hold a 42 point lead at the final break.
Mitch Duncan sits a top the leaderboard with 107 points, while De Koning (97) and Meek (95) look to crack the 100 early in the final quarter.
Two in the quarter for Dylan Moore 🤩#AFLCatsHawks pic.twitter.com/eAySHDRZw3
— AFL (@AFL) July 6, 2024
6:29PM: GOAL FEST TAKES PLACE
Mitch Duncan is the first man to crack 100 in tonights clash as he has picked up 22 disposals, nine marks and two tackles.
There had been 13 goals in the first half kicked for both sides, with two and a half minutes to go, there has been seven goals in 15 minutes as Will Day comes off for a HIA.
6:15PM: HAWKS ACTIVATE SUB
Hawthorn have activated their sub, swapping forward Jack Gunston out of the game for Harry Morrison.
It comes just minutes after the Hawks responded to Cameron’s opening goal of the third quarter as they trail by 36 points.
SUB ACTIVATED 🚨
— Hawthorn FC (@HawthornFC) July 6, 2024
Harry Morrison replaces Jack Gunston.#AFLCatsHawks
6:11PM: CAMERON OPENS THE THIRD
After two behinds and an out of bounds on the full, Jeremy Cameron has kicked the opening goal of the third quarter and his second of the game.
Meanwhile Mitch Duncan is closing in on 100 points, currently sitting on 95 points with Sam De Koning on 82.
5:45PM: HALF TIME SUPERCOACH LEADERS
A late goal by Jiath has dragged the score back to 34 points at half time as Geelong’s Sam De Koning leads all comers on the SuperCoach leaderboard.
Cats’ Duncan and Dempsey sit on 15 disposals each, with Hawks’ Worpel and Day on 14 disposals at half time.
HT: @GeelongCats 9.7 (61) lead @HawthornFC 4.3 (27).
— AFL (@AFL) July 6, 2024
A couple of late goals to the Hawks but it's the Cats in control at home.#AFLCatsHawks pic.twitter.com/EqJsdbWYSG
5:24PM: TOO HOT TO HANDLE
Hawthorn may have kicked the opening goal of the second quarter but Geelong responded with the next four goals to keep the Hawks struggling to fly.
Sam De Koning sits on 64 points including two goals in the first half with Duncan on 57 and Hawthorn’s Will Day on 56 points.
Two goals in his first 57 games...
— AFL (@AFL) July 6, 2024
Sam De Koning has two in the first half today!#AFLCatsHawks pic.twitter.com/FgjVp7ZLYC
5:11PM: QUARTER TIME SUPERCOACH LEADERS
Mitch Duncan has flown home late in the first quarter to finish top of the leaderboard with 49 SuperCoach points at quartertime.
Hawthorn’s Wil Day finished the quarter with 11 disposals with Ollie Dempsey on 10 and Duncan with nine.
5:00PM: ROHAN DOUBLE IN 200
Gary Rohan and the Cats have had a dream start to the forwards 200th game as he has kicked the back-to-back goals to give Geelong a 28 point lead with four minutes to go in the opening quarter.
The two goals takes him to second on the SuperCoach leaderboard, just two points behind Ollie Dempsey on 38 with Hawks’ D’Ambrosio sitting on 35 points.
Game 200 is off to a flying start for Gary Rohan!#AFLCatsHawks pic.twitter.com/H4x4xIoNo4
— AFL (@AFL) July 6, 2024
For Gaz 🔥This week’s @maccas fan banner for Round 17 #WeAreGeelong pic.twitter.com/Ie8jK9eWWx
— Geelong Cats (@GeelongCats) July 6, 2024
Day out with Dad 💙 #WeAreGeelong pic.twitter.com/iDcL724dri
— Geelong Cats (@GeelongCats) July 6, 2024
4:48PM: CATS KICK THE FIRST
After five attempts, for five behinds, the Cats kicked the opening goal on their sixth attempt as the Geelong claim an early 10 point lead.
Oliver Dempsey sits on top for SuperCoach leaders with 39 points from eight disposals and a clearance.
4:35PM: FINAL SCORES KANGAROOS V SUNS
The Kangaroos have held on to claim a four point victory over the Gold Coast Suns who were chasing their first win away from home.
Seven of the top 10 SuperCoach leaders were from the Roos including Sheezel who finished with 147 points.
Almost time to roll this out again https://t.co/h4zHvpfSp0
— Tim Michell (@tim_michell) July 6, 2024
4:22PM: TEAMS LOCKED IN
There has been a late change by the Cats in their clash with the Hawks down at GMHBA stadium with Mitch Knevitt replaced by Jhye Clark.
Ollie Henry will be the Cats sub while Harry Morrison will be the sub for the Hawks.
One late change for #AFLCatsHawks with Mitch Knevitt replaced by Jhye Clark.
— AFL (@AFL) July 6, 2024
Substitutes:@GeelongCats - Ollie Henry@HawthornFC - Harry Morrison
4:17PM: FULL TIME SUPERCOACH LEADERS
Port Adelaide had control right from the first bounce and it was thanks to their midfield bulls in Rozee (168), Butters (159) and Wines (115) as they ran out winners by 48 points.
But the Dogs had plenty of fight from English (139), Treloar (129) and Liberatore (110) finishing as the top three from both sides.
Dogs skipper Bontempelli still picked up 106 points despite having a tough first half.
4:01PM: BUTTERS SUBBED OUT
Port Adelaide have activated their sub and surprisingly it was SuperCoach leader Zak Butters.
Butters has been subbed out on 159 points, 33 disposals, 10 marks, three tackles, six clearances and a goal.
Francis Evans replaces Butters as the Power hold a 52 point lead with 11 minutes to go.
🚨 Zak Butters (managed) has been subbed out, Francis Evans comes into the game.
— Port Adelaide FC (@PAFC) July 6, 2024
3:47PM: MILLER SUBBED OUT
Gold Coast captain Touk Miller has been subbed out as the Suns trail by 73 points at the final break.
Harry Sheezel was the first to break the triple digits with Jy Simpkin (96), LDU (95) and Xerri (92) chasing the 100 mark.
Touk Miller has been subbed out with a wrist injury, Bailey Humphrey enters the game.
— Gold Coast Suns (@GoldCoastSUNS) July 6, 2024
🦘 52
â˜€ï¸ 46#AFLRoosSUNS
3:40PM: THREE QUARTER TIME SUPERCOACH LEADERS
A double to Jason Horne-Francis has given the Power a 52 point lead heading into the final quarter.
Butters leads all comers taking over skipper to jump to 140 SuperCoach points while Rozee sits on 137 and Tim English on 112 with Adam Treloar looking to break the 100 mark as he sits on 97 at three quarter time.
Right place, right time, JHF âï¸#AFLPowerDogs pic.twitter.com/BTcJohcsr7
— AFL (@AFL) July 6, 2024
3:30PM: GOAL DEADLOCK BROKEN
It took almost 19 minutes but the first goal of the second half has been by Western Bulldogs Tim English to claim his second goal of the game and took him to the 100 mark.
But it didn’t take long for the Power to reply with Jason Horne-Francis responding within 60 seconds to take the score back out to 46 points.
Tim gets his second goal of the day from a tight angle.
— Western Bulldogs (@westernbulldogs) July 6, 2024
3:24PM: BUTTERS WELL SPREAD
Port star Zac Butters has notched up the 100 points in the third quarter as the Power have shut down the Dogs run and spread.
Dogs skipper Marcus Bontempelli sits with 10 disposals and just 56 SuperCoach points, well down from his 157 he scored last week.
3:10PM: HALF TIME SUPERCOACH LEADERS - SUNS V ROOS
Luke Davies-Uniacke dominated the second quarter, helping the Roos over come a 12 point deficit to kick the next five goals to lead by a goal at half time.
LDU sits with 70 points at half time with Xerri on 65 and Suns’ Sam Day on 61 to round out the top three.
2:54PM: HALF TIME SUPERCOACH LEADERS
Despite having just six disposals in the second quarter, Connor Rozee has broken the 100 mark as he sits on 24 disposals with his midfield brigade in Butters (20 disposal) and Wines (20 disposals) round out the top three with 96 points and 72 and close in on the triple digits.
Mitch Georgiades kicked his fourth right on the siren to give the Power a 44 point lead at half time.
2:44PM: DOGS ACTIVATE SUB
The Western Bulldogs have been forced to activate their sub with forward Aaron Naughton subbed out with concussion.
Joel Freijah will come on as replacement as the Dogs kicked their third goal and close the gap to 32 points with five minutes to go in the first half.
Dogs’ Tom Liberatore has 8 disposals, 6 contested, 5 clearances in the second quarter to lift the travelling side.
We've activated our sub ðŸ”
— Western Bulldogs (@westernbulldogs) July 6, 2024
Aaron Naughton is out (concussion) for Joel Freijah
2:36PM: BONT COMES KNOCKING
After just three disposals in the first quarter, the Dogs needed their skipper to lift and he has done just that with five disposals and the opening goal for the Dogs.
But it is still his counterparts game with Rozee sitting on 89 as he chases the triple digits, with 22 disposals.
When the Dogs need a goal, up steps the skipper 🫡#AFLPowerDogs pic.twitter.com/arkZB40geI
— AFL (@AFL) July 6, 2024
2:28PM: SUPERCOACH LEADERS – SUNS V ROOS
The Roos kicked the opening three goals of the game leaving the Suns in darkness before Hardwick flicked the switch and the Suns lit up Marvel Stadium with the next five goals.
Kangaroos’ Tristan Xerri leads all comers on 56 points with last weeks Rising Star nominee Will Graham sits on 49 with Sam Day on 44 round out the top three.
2:17PM: QUARTER TIME SUPERCOACH LEADERS
The opening quarter belonged to Connor Rozee, with the Power skipper finished up with 18 disposals two marks, two tackles, five clearances to lead all comers with 67 points.
His partner in crime, Zak Butters is hot on his tail with 14 disposals, five marks, two tackles, three clearances and a goal to sit second with 62 points and Ollie Wines on 40 points, wraps up the top three.
some first quarter from our skipper 🫡
— Port Adelaide FC (@PAFC) July 6, 2024
👉 18 disposals
👉 5 clearances
👉 3 score involvements pic.twitter.com/z23aNQBdDa
Rozee projected score was 71.
— Tim Michell (@tim_michell) July 6, 2024
He's 67 at quarter-time. #supercoach
2:06PM: DOGS ON BOARD
Sam Darcy has given the Dogs their first score of the game, a behind, closely followed by Ugle-Hagan after a repeated entry for the first time today for the Dogs.
The midfield battle has been won so far to start the day with Rozee on 52 points (15 disposals) and Zak Butters 29 points (9 disposals) leading the way.
1:52PM: HOT START PORT
Goal kicker Mitch Georgiades has kicked the opening two goals but it has been the Port skipper through the middle of the ground who has controlled the game so far.
Rozee sits currently on 22 points from six disposals within the first five minutes of the game, while his counter part, Bontempelli, sits with just one disposal.
1:35PM: TEAMS ARE IN
There have been no late changes for both games today as all eyes are on the midfield battles in both Bulldogs v Power and Suns v Roos.
Subs for today are Francis Evans (Port), Joel Freijah (Dogs), Curtis Taylor (Roos) and Bailey Humphrey (Suns).
Phillips and Shiels in final North team.
— Tim Michell (@tim_michell) July 6, 2024
Don't love that for our #supercoach suns
Illness? No problem. Back spasms? Doesn’t matter.
Marcus Bontempelli has shaken off doubts over his fitness to play two of the best individual games of the season in his past two appearances, smashing out 162 SuperCoach points against Fremantle and 157 against the Kangaroos.
On Saturday he faces Port Adelaide, with a spot in the top eight on the line.
Meanwhile, Gold Coast also has its eye on a first-ever finals appearance when it meets North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium.
And a host of SuperCoach stars are in action in both games.
The two 1.45pm (AEST) matches kick off a huge Saturday, with rivals Geelong and Hawthorn clashing on Saturday afternoon before two big night matches featuring GWS Giants v Carlton and Fremantle v Richmond.
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