MPNFL
DIVISION ONE
PINES picked up a hard-fought win over the reigning premiers last Saturday.
Incumbent champions Frankston YCW hosted Pines at John Coburn Oval. The home side raced out of the gates with a four goals to two first term, and led by 16 at quarter-time.
Pines stayed within reach of YCW. At three-quarter-time the Pythons trailed by five, but they were ready to strike.
Pines ran over the top of the Stonecats. A six goals to one final term secured them the win.
The Pythons bested Frankston YCW 9.7 (61) to 14.5 (89). Alex Spencer top scored with three goals.
Dromana kept a hold on top spot with a 20-point win over Mt Eliza.
Mt Eliza held a two-goal lead at the first break, but the Tigers soon got the better of them.
The match was virtually over at three-quarter-time, with Dromana ahead by 33 points. Mt Eliza closed the deficit in the final term, but still lost by 20.
Former Richmond Tiger Jake Aarts was excellent once again for Dromana. Billy Guerts and Billy Quigley also played well.
Rosebud picked up a 22 point win over Bonbeach on Saturday. Frankston Bombers scored a good win over Langwarrin, and Sorrento defeated Red Hill.
Picture: Alan Dillon
DIVISION TWO
HASTINGS are celebrating an impressive win over rivals Mornington.
Hastings bested Mornington at Alexandra Park for the first time in 30 years. They took home the Chesty Cup, created in honour of Hastings and Mornington legend Alan Hayes.
Luke Hewitt led from the front for Hastings. The star man booted five goals for the afternoon.
Hastings overcame a two point half-time deficit to run out 11.12 (78) to 16.13 (109) winners.
Thomas Baker, Luke Clark, and Peter Megee were also among Hastings’ best.
Crib Point’s good start to 2023 continued on Saturday when they took on Seaford at RF Miles Reserve.
Seaford and Crib Point traded blows in an even first half. Crib Point entered the second half ahead by 10 points.
The Magpies finished the job with a dominant second half. They won by 36 points 9.12 (66) to 14.18 (102).
Warwick Miller kicked four goals for Crib Point.
Karingal finished the round on top of the ladder after a 10.8 (68) to 7.13 (55) win over Devon Meadows.
Pearcedale picked up a thrilling win on Saturday. They defeated Edithvale-Aspendale by two points at home after a spirited final-quarter fightback.
Edithvale-Aspendale kicked 1.9 in the last quarter.
Chelsea and Somerville rounded out the winner’s list with victories over Rye and Tyabb respectively.
NEXT WEEK’S GAMES
Division One
Mt. Eliza v Bonbeach, 2pm Sat 13 May, Emil Madsen Reserve
Frankston Bombers v Dromana, 2pm Sat 13 May, Baxter Park
Frankston YCW v Red Hill, 2pm Sat 13 May, John Coburn Oval
Sorrento v Langwarrin, 2pm Sat 13 May, David Macfarlane Reserve
Pines v Rosebud, 2pm Sat 13 May, Eric Bell Reserve
Division Two
Chelsea v Seaford, 2pm Sat 13 May, Chelsea Recreation Reserve
Crib Point v Mornington, 2pm Sat 13 May, Crib Point Recreation Reserve
Edithvale-Aspendale v Rye, 2pm Sat 13 May, Edi-Asp Regents Park
Devon Meadows v Hastings, 2pm Sat 13 May, Glover Reserve
Karingal v Somerville, 2pm Sat 13 May, Karingal Football Club
Tyabb v Pearcedale, 2pm Sat 13 May, Bunguyan Reserve
First published in the Mornington News – 9 May 2023
