South East Footy: Top teams remain dominant in KNT

The KNT Football League were the only teams on the scoreboards after a series of byes around the region over the weekend except for an indigenous recognition match between Heywood and Portland for WB.

Kowree Naracoorte Tatiara Football League

Kybybolite vs Kingston

Kybybolite had no trouble with winless Kingston in KNT football. They worked their way to a 34 point lead by quarter time and steadily increased it from there. Kingston never threatened but at least they kept the margin below 100 points. Kyby wasted plenty of chances in front of goal as the game petered out in the last quarter with Kyby up by 87 points. On-ballers Ryan Woite, Ray Jaensch and Dave Arnold did most of the damage and Sam McCracken booted 5 goals for Kyby. Ben Warner and the consistent Kirby Scott battled hard for Kingston.

Padthaway vs Bordertown

Padthaway took control of the game against Bordertown with a seven goal burst in the second-quarter. Key goal-kickers Matt Lampard and Brendon Moon provided good targets with 5 goals a piece. The Lions went further ahead in the second-half despite a greater effort from the Roosters through Crilly and Cammarano. The Lions added 6 goals in the last quarter to win easily by 45 points. Jason Degabriele continued his good form to be best a-field ahead of Darren Francis, Moon and Aaron Wanders. Mick Crilly with 4 goals, Cammarano and Jamie Grosser stood out for Bordertown.

Keith vs Lucindale

Keith with some good recent form looked a serious threat to Lucindale but after an even first-quarter they were hardly sighted. Lucindale with a greater spread of talent led by powerful bigman Mark Snowball charged away in the second-quarter to lead by 48 points at the main break. Stan Freeman and Tim Walsh were creating havoc around goals and both finished with 6 goals. Keith offered only token resistance and struggled to get the ball forward as Lucindale dominated around the mid-field through the class of Ryan McInerney, Josh Walker also relished the chance to move forward and he kicked 3 goals as well. Lucindale finished off with a 9 goal last quarter as Keith tumbled to a 102 point thrashing.

Naracoorte vs Mundulla

Naracoorte quickly took control over Mundulla when they held a 5 goal lead at quarter time. They put great pressure on the Moots who turned the ball over too easily and the quality players such as Mitch Hartree, Michael Childs and Kane Jericho made them pay. Mundulla battled hard in the second-quarter but still couldn't contain Naracoorte who had the best ruckman with Craig Beggs on top at the stoppages. A strong third-quarter by Mundulla brought the game alive and Ben Douglas booted 3 goals in a solo effort and Jake McGrice and Boyd Packer lifted around the forward line. Mundulla closed to within 3 goals but Naracoorte saw of the challenge with a powerful last-quarter when their class players again took control and raced away to win by 37 points even after Boyd Packer took a screamer to lift his side. Tom Prebble was best for Naracoorte ahead of Childs, Jericho and Hartree. Mundulla were valiant to the end but can't afford to give big starts to top teams. McGrice, veteran Nick Davis and Packer were best for Mundulla.

Western Border Football League

Heywood vs Portland

The only game played in WB footy was the Indigenous Recognition game between Heywood and Portland. It was a mis-match on form but Heywood who could have been crushed by 40 goals made Portland work for the win. They maybe winless but Heywood always give a bit extra against rival Portland. Marcus England was best in another hard-running, kick-winning display, Jason Saunders also played well and mobile ruckman Cam Mather controlled the aerial duels for Portland who still won easily by 118 points. The Bens, Millard and Nash stood out for Heywood and Tyson Lovett-Murray battled stoutly to the finish.

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South East Footy: Undefeated teams humbled

Sweating it out on football grounds around the region this weekend some surprising wins and standout players saw a few big scores brought home despite some trying weather conditions.

Kowree Naracoorte Tatiara Football League (KNT)

Mundulla vs Padthaway

Mundulla returned to the winners list when they took control of their game against Padthaway in the second half. The Lions had looked a better side early and held a 14 pt lead at the long break. Mundulla kept Padthaway goal-less in the third term and raced to a 20 pt lead with Jason Milligan back from injury leading the way in ruck. Sam Luckett around the packs benefited from the ruck dominance and Mundulla kept the momentum in the last qtr with 5 more goals to win convincingly by 37 pts. Boyd Packer, 4 goals and Grady Obst also played well for Mundulla. Matt Dean and co-defender Darren Francis battled hard for the Lions but were overwhelmed in the end.

Kybybolite vs Keith

Kybybolite was another team to win after a humiliating loss last week but not without a battle. Very little separated the Keith Crows and Kyby at half time with Kyby in front by just 7 pts. Slowly Kyby increased its lead in the third quarter with strong work from Ray Jaensch, Chris Hanley at half-forward. Mark Slotegraaf was playing a fine captain's game around the mid-field as well for Kyby. Keith had one last chance with a quarter to go but didn't have enough good players to do it. Jon Wright across the centre, Nick Hunt in defence and James McEntee , 5 goals tried hard but the Crows fell 18 pts short.

Border Districts vs Naracoorte

Border Districts pulled off the biggest upset of the year when they blitzed undefeated Naracoorte after half time. The Eagles led narrowly in the first half but just when most spectators expected Naracoorte to burst clear the opposite happened. Borders charged away with 6 goals to one in the third term and held a match-winning 35 pt lead. Paul Smith, 9 goals and Clint Barras 6 were creating havoc for the Demon defenders and Borders rubbed salt into the wounds with another 6 goals in the last quarter to win by 64 pts and leave the tiny town of Frances fairly rocking for the best win Borders have had in a long time. Sean King at half-forward and Nick Tarca were in everything for Borders. Naracoorte were stunned by the loss. Ever reliable Mitch Hartree, Michael Childs and Matt Willison were the Demons best.

Kingston vs Bordertown

Kingston climbed out of the grave to nearly snatch their first win in 2011. The Saints led early only to see Bordertown charge away in a dominant second quarter and lead by 30 pts. Bordertown were still going strongly in the third quarter but Kingston were showing plenty of resolve and booted 7 goals to trail by 11 pts with a quarter to play. Both sides went goal for goal in the last quarter but it was Bordertown who got a last gasp win by 3 pts. Jamie Grosser a forward lifeline for Bordertown booted 7 goals, Clint Williams played strongly across half forward and Kane Cuthbertson was creative. Kingston's best were Ben Warner in defence, Nathan Daniels up forward with 5 goals and Jacob Brown.

Lucindale vs Kaniva-Leeor United

Lucindale, another undefeated team were always under siege from a resurgent Kaniva-Leeor United. Whenever Lucindale threatened to break away the consistent Shain Vivian, Ash Baxter or Dylan Williams would conjur a goal. KLU's straighter kicking kept them in front through the third quarter whilst their defenders forced errors on the Lucindale forward line. KLU had played Lucindale to a standstill and slammed on 6 last quarter goals to win by 38 pts, their most impressive win of the season. Neil Reeve starred in the ruck for KLU, Williams, Shane Dodson and Brad McCabe were strong contributors. Ryan McInerney was again best for Lucindale, Tim Walsh and consistent Kyle Press never stopped trying.

Western Border Football League (WB)

East Gambier vs Portland

East Gambier took the game right up to Portland in WB footy and only trailed by a point at half time. East tackled strongly and had plenty of willing workers to keep the game in the balance in an entertaining first half. Portland always looked dangerous however with Jarrod Hayse giving his opponent a torrid time at full forward with only his inaccuracy letting him down. Portland slowly got on top in the third quarter with Marcus England winning kicks all over the ground and Cam Mather doing well on the ball and across half-back. East lacked the depth of Portland and although they battled hard they couldn't hold Portland out. The Victorian Tigers had a stack of chances and wasted many but they won by 21 pts after a couple of late East goals. Marcus England, Cam Mather and a fitter Heath Brown in ruck were Portland's best. Shaun Phillips used his pace to break many attacks for East across half-back, on-baller Chris Anderson and Matt Roscow were East's best.

North Gambier vs Hamilton

North Gambier outplayed a dispirited Hamilton after a scrappy first half. Displaying better teamwork and foot-skills North booted 5 goals to take a 27 pt lead at three-quarter time. North dominated play in the final term with a further 6 goals after more constructive forward play to win by 46 pts. Cam Campbell at half-back starred for North, Pat Perry in the centre and Anthony Kilsby both had excellent games. Jesse Hawkins was best for Hamilton ahead of Dylan Gunning and Weston but they lacked plenty in the help department.

South Gambier vs Millicent

South Gambier had a tough battle against the improving Millicent. South led early but Millicent wasted plenty of chances and trailed by 2 pts at quarter-time. South got moving before half time through perpetual motion men Tim Stringer and Simon Berkefeld to hold a 27 pt lead. Millicent fought back strongly and reached the lead briefly late in the third quarter but South regained it by 5 pts. The game was anybody's and Millicent grabbed the lead again in the last quarter but South steadied with youngsters Jed Mullen and Brodie Foster playing well and kicked away late in the game to win by 35 pts. Defenders Matt Bryant, Reece Duncan and Brad Tilley played strongly to keep Millicent alive for most of the day but ran out of legs at the end.

West Gambier vs Casterton

West Gambier appeared headed for an easy win over lowly Casterton when they led easily at half and three-quarter time. Casterton who had battled hard but lacked the class of West then produced a 9 goal last quarter to liven up the game and West were forced to lift the tempo, which they did with 5 goals but it was a reality check to win by 36 pts. Mercurial forward Jarrod Ryan booted 8 goals but speedy little man Al Kennedy was best along with Luke Davey and Josh Jones for West. Matt Killey, Ben Currie and the classy Brad Vassal played for the Cats.

Heywood vs Imperials

Winless Heywood kept Imperials goal-less in the first quarter but any thoughts of an upset vanished when Imps raced on 6 goals to nil and lead by 19 pts at half time. Imps powered away after that and recorded a solid 69 pt win. Heywood were not disgraced and battled it out to the end. Hugh Douglas booted 8 goals for Imps and Jason McIntosh was best afield in the ruck and booted 5 goals. Ben Millard and youngster Steve Keiller tried hard for Heywood.

Mid South East Football League (MSE)

Hatherleigh vs Nangwarry

Hatherleigh continued their improvement in MSE with an easy 116 pt win over bottom placed Nangwarry. Matt Faulkner provided the highlight with 13 goals for Hatherleigh who were untroubled from quarter-time onwards.

Glencoe vs Tantanoola

Glencoe had a solid 50 pt win against Tantanoola after a 9 goal burst in the third quarter which opened up an 81 pt margin. Glencoe cruised in the last qtr as Tant gained some pride with 6 goals. Josh Wilson, Matt Sinkunas and Zac Cocks were best for Glencoe whilst Cameron Saint, veteran Jason Rowe and Lyndon Smith played well for Tant.

Mt Burr vs Kalangadoo

Undefeated Mt Burr savaged a devestated Kalangadoo by 184 pts outlined further their invincible status. The Mozzies tore great chunks out of the Kalangadoo backline and led by 105 pts at half-time. Kalangadoo barely offered any resistance and Mt Burr slammed on another 11 goals in the last term. Coach Mark Kruger and forward Jack Gregory booted 8 goals each for the Mozzies who had players lining up for a shot at goal. Peter Agnew, veterans Scott Bevan and Matt Leslie were best but met little opposition. Kalangadoo, well they were just smashed!

Robe vs Kongorong

Robe recorded a hard working 32 pt win over Kongorong who let the game slip away in the second quarter. Both teams scored 8 goals after half-time but the damage had been done. Bigman Dylan Coxon was best on ground for Robe, Jaryd Dawson, Ben Jess and high flying Stuart Cooper played well.

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Government told to reject AFL games in the south

Posted May 30, 2011 08:13:00

The Tasmanian Government's controversial decision on whether to fund AFL games in Hobart is expected to stir heated debate in state cabinet today.

State Cabinet is expected to consider a proposal for North Melbourne to play two matches a season at Bellerive Oval.

The deal would cost half a million dollars a year.

The Greens leader Nick McKim says it can not be justified when public sector jobs are on the line and a tough budget looms.

"It's just not justifiable to spend yet more government, tax payer money on AFL football," he said.

The Premier Lara Giddings says she is listening.

"They're certainly considerations that I'm undertaking now as to is now the time or not," she said.

The proposal has created divisions between the north and south, because of concerns it is not sustainable to have AFL venues in both Hobart and Launceston.

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