Historic win: Hastings' win over Mornington was their first against the Bulldogs in 30 years. Picture: Alan Dillon
Pines topple premiers, Hastings’ win for the history books MPNFL
By Brodie Cowburn
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.
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 halftime 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 con-
NEXT WEEK’S GAMES Division One
Not this week: Frankston YCW suffered a rare loss at the hands of Pines. Picture: Craig Barrett
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
tinued 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 EdithvaleAspendale 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.
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 Frankston Times
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