MPNFL – DIVISION ONE
FOOTBALL is back after another COVID-19 shutdown.
The senior MPNFL season restarted without crowds on Saturday afternoon. Division One leaders Frankston YCW struggled in their return to the field, falling to defeat against Rosebud.
Rosebud took the game to the Stonecats right from the first bounce at Olympic Oval. They led by five goals at half time.
After an even third term, Rosebud sealed the win with an impressive final quarter. They ended up defeating the ladder leaders by 39 points 17.13 (115) to 11.10 (76). The loss saw Frankston YCW drop down to second.
Keegan Downie had a day out. He kicked seven goals in a best on ground showing.
It was a family affair for Dromana on Saturday, as they took on Mt Eliza.
William, Daniel, Samuel, and Joshua Guerts all took to the field for the Tigers. William Guerts was the best on ground for Dromana, who claimed an impressive come from behind win.
The Tigers trailed the Redlegs by 28 at half time. They kicked 1.6 in a dismal first half.
Dromana looked a different side after the half time break. They held Mt Eliza goalless in the second half while scoring 10 of their own.
Dromana ran out winners over the Redlegs 11.11 (77) to 6.11 (47).
At Greg Beck Oval, Frankston Bombers notched up an impressive victory over Sorrento.
The Sharks have had a difficult year, and Saturday was no exception. A seven goals to two final quarter doomed them to a 42 point loss.
The Bombers won 13.8 (86) to 6.8 (44). Khan Haretuku kicked four goals. Harrison Prior and Sam Fox also played well.
Edithvale-Aspendale worked their way off the bottom of the ladder by defeating Red Hill 11.13 (79) to 14.9 (93).
Pines now sit last after losing to Bonbeach by 120 points.
Bonbeach’s big win sees them move to the top of the ladder.
NEXT WEEK’S GAMES
MPNFL – Division One Seniors
Saturday 7 August, 2021
Mt Eliza v Bonbeach, 2PM – Emil Madsen Reserve
Frankston Bombers v Pines, 2PM – Greg Beck Oval (Baxter Park)
Frankston YCW v Sorrento, 2PM – John Coburn Oval
Red Hill v Rosebud, 2PM – Red Hill Recreation Reserve
Edithvale-Aspendale v Dromana, 2PM – Regents Park
MPNFL – Division Two Seniors
Saturday 7 August, 2021
Mornington v Tyabb, 2PM – Alexandra Park
Karingal v Rye, 2PM – Ballam Park Reserve
Chelsea v Devon Meadows, 2PM – Chelsea Reserve
Crib Point v Somerville, 2PM – Crib Point Recreation Reserve
Pearcedale v Langwarrin, 2PM – Pearcedale Recreation Reserve
Hastings v Seaford, 2PM – Thomas Barclay Oval
SEWF – Premier
Saturday 7 August, 2021
Frankston v St Kilda Sharks, 11AM – Skybus Stadium
Mt Eliza v Coburg Lions, 3PM – Emil Madsen Reserve
Tyabb v Seaford, 4.45PM – Bunguyan Reserve
Sunday 8 August, 2021
Mornington v Eastern Devils, 2PM – Alexandra Park
First published in the Mornington News – 3 August 2021
