Stonecats stay on top, Red Hill snatch a win MPNFL
DIVISION TWO
By Brodie Cowburn
DIVISION ONE
EDITHVALE-Aspendale were denied their first win for the 2022 season by a resilient Red Hill on Saturday. Edi-Asp got off to a strong start at Regents Park. They booted six goals in the first term, taking a 25 point lead into the first break. After a difficult first quarter, Red Hill put their foot on the gas. Their defence tightened up from quarter time, restricting Edithvale-Aspendale to just two more goals for the rest of the game. The Hillmen had to work for it, but eventually came away with a seven point win 8.11 (59) to 10.6 (66). Frankston YCW maintained their grip on top spot with a good win on Saturday. Frankston YCW hosted Rosebud at John Coburn Oval. Rosebud struggled badly, only kicking two points during a miserable first half. Despite a better showing in the second half, Rosebud didn’t get near Frankston YCW. The Stonecats won 12.14 (86) to 3.6 (24). The Stonecats are first on the ladder, but have a game in hand on their closest competitors. Dromana and Mt Eliza are both within striking distance of Frankston YCW. Dromana sit second, two points behind the Stonecats, and the Redlegs are third. Dromana kept up their winning ways on Saturday, beating Frankston Bombers by 25 points - 13.16 (94) to 10.9 (69). Mt Eliza defeated Sorrento 13.10 (88) to 6.7 (43). The final game for the weekend saw Pines beat Bonbeach by three goals.
Not the same level: Rosebud had no luck against Frankston YCW, going down by 62 points. Picture: Craig Barrett
LANGWARRIN held onto top spot on the ladder with a win over Somerville on Saturday. Somerville played host to the inform Kangaroos. The match would go on to be a scrappy one, with just two goals kicked in the first half. The game opened up a little more in the second half. Somerville went into the final quarter with a five point lead, but couldn’t finish the job. Langwarrin stormed home, kicking five goals to zero in the final term. They ended up winning 4.9 (33) to 8.13 (61). Chad Mulvogue and Zach Andrewartha were named in Langwarrin’s best. The win keeps the Kangaroos a game clear on top of the ladder. At Alexandra Park, Mornington and Pearcedale played off in a thriller. It was a game of swinging momentum, with the lead changing hands at each break of play. Pearcedale went into the final term up by eight points. Mornington kicked two goals in the final quarter to Pearcedale’s one, but the Panthers still managed to scrape over the line. Pearcedale won by just two points 8.10 (58) to 8.12 (60). Three goals from Luke Daniel proved the difference between the two sides. Archie McGuiness and Ryan Bastinac were also impressive for Somerville. Things were much less competitive at Karingal, as the Bulls hosted Tyabb. The Bulls dominated the contest, defeating Tyabb by 106 points. The Yabbies kicked just one goal all day. Riley D’Arcy put six goals on the board for Karingal. Jordan Pomeroy and Dale Alanis were also named among the best performers. Tyabb had a nightmare day in front of goal. When the final siren sounded the scoreboard read Karingal 18.14 (122) to Tyabb 1.10 (16). Around the grounds Rye defeated Chelsea 9.11 (65) to 5.12 (42), and Devon Meadows beat Hastings 15.15 (105) to 6.8 (44). Crib Point were made to pay for their inaccuracy in front of goal against Seaford. The Magpies lost 3.17 (35) to 10.16 (76).
Ethan Brown becomes Group 1 winning rider HORSE RACING
By Ben Triandafillou MORNINGTON-based jockey Ethan Brown is now a Group One winning rider. The 23-year-old who grew up in Alice Springs combined with the powerhouse stable of Ciaron Maher and David Eustace to win the Group One Robert Sangster Stakes (1200m) aboard Snapdancer at Morphettville on Saturday. Brown, who had ridden in eight prior Group 1 races, was coming to grips with landing every jockey’s dream. “I’m still spinning a bit, I can’t really believe it but to get my first Group One here especially for Ciaron and Brad Spicer (owner) it’s just amazing,” Ethan Brown said post-race.
“I moved out of home when I was 15 – Mum and Dad let me go which I was fortunate enough for that. “It’s been a lifelong dream and to get it at such a young age it’s so surreal. I’ve got so many people to thank, and they know who they are. The grandparents are here watching today which makes it even more special.” Maher explained to Brown before the race that it all came down to how the five-year-old mare Snapdancer began from the widest barrier (15). “Ciaron said just make sure you’re on top of her in the gates,” Brown said. “It was a little bit of a worry going in (to the barriers) so early. I was fortunate enough she jumped well. She got a nice lead and was placed to perfection, and the great trainers in Ciaron and Dave had her nice and fit.”
Brown said it was an incredible feeling leading the field into the straight with the mare having so much more to give. “I can’t explain the feeling,” he said. “I’ve been in that situation a few times and got run down but the feel she was giving me, I was confident pretty far out. It’s just so surreal.” Brown now has over 300 winners to his name and joins the elite club of jockeys who’ve found Group One success.
G1 Club: Ethan Brown rides his first Group 1 winner aboard Snapdancer in the 2022 Robert Sangster Stakes (1200m) at Morphettville. Picture: Supplied Frankston Times
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