Umpire calls play on as Corowa spearhead Sam Dunstan marks. He booted four goals for the Roos.
Corowa Rutherglen 5.5.35 defeated by Wangaratta 14.13.97
Best: Ryan Eyers, Jedd Longmire, Tom Forrest, Joe Hansen, Nathan Dunstan, Connor Leslie.
Goals: Sam Dunstan 4, Darcy Hope1.
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Corowa-Rutherglen came to Saturday's matchup ready to play evidenced by a strong first quarter showing against powerhouse Wangaratta.
Despite the Pies kicking a goal within 45 seconds of play, the Roos settled quickly and took the lead a few minutes later through some fine midfield play and aggressive forward entries.
Brady Morton makes a desperate attempt to mark the footy with Darcy Hope and Connor Leslie at hand.
It was Magpies v Sam Dunstan for the first 10 minutes as the Pies kicked two and Dunstan kicked two, before Darcy Hope broke through for the Roos' third straight for the quarter.
Down back, Ryan Eyers was superb once again, cutting off and intercepting at will whilst the game was still under pressure. The returning Tom Forrest was also crucial, holding long-time spearhead Michael Newton goalless in an impressive defensive display.
Back from his own Magpie (VFL) duties, Jedd Longmire was also super in the midfield, using his size and motor to power his side throughout the game.
The Magpies again got the hop in the first few seconds of the second term, and again the Roos responded, but could not convert their efforts into scoring opportunities as the game was 11 points the difference in favour of the Pies at half time.
A slow start in the third was crucially impactful against the Roos, with Wangaratta turning the turbochargers on to pile on four goals to nothing. And whilst the home side stayed in the hunt, the game crept further and further out of reach as the Pies stormed home to win by 62.
Skipper Joe Hansen led all ball winners with 39 touches and an incredible 13 rebound 50s, whilst Eyers impressed with 20 disposals, 11 marks and a game-leading seven one percenters.
Roos Thirds Sam Haigh and Tommy Young have eyes only for the footy. In the background is Will Bott.
The Roos have the week off, and will reset for a huge opportunity against the Wodonga Raiders in Wodonga the following week.
Awards
Seniors: Ryan Eyers, Jedd Longmire, Connor Leslie, Joe Hansen.
Reserves: Brooke Milde, Tyler Robinson, Brodie Julian and Kayne Quirk.
Thirds: Luke Nicholson, Izak Schirmer, Rory Beattie & Caile Duryea
A beautiful morning at John Foord oval saw the Thirds open up with a goal in the first minute. However the remainder of the first quarter saw Wangaratta dominate scoring the next six goals. Heading into 2nd quarter started with the Roos attacking the goal with no luck. A very hard fought quarter saw Magpies increasing their lead.
At half-time the Roos made some tactical moves with Keys moving to fullback. Corowa attacked early with a goal to Dickinson.
Lucas Taft leaps high for the tap out in the Thirds and takes a good pack mark.
Despite the efforts of Nicholson, Lavis, Taft and Duryea, Wangaratta had the answers. The Roos were able to break even for the quarter.
It was Sponsors Day at John Foord Oval last Saturday and supporters were tucking into their food and something to wash it down.
A very even last quarter saw some great efforts from Eyres, Beattie, Nicholson all to no avail. Wangaratta by 74.
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