Around the Grounds - Local Player Report: Jun 4
07 June 2022
A number of players continue to push their case for VFL selection with strong displays at local level. See who all the top performers were and who enjoyed wins with their communty clubs last weekend.
GEELONG FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Joe Maishman – St Mary’s
Had his most impactful game for the Saints this season highlighted by his run and carry which was crucial in a 16-point come from behind win over Bell Park.
Toby Mahoney – Bell Park
Had 21 disposals at 86% efficiency, six tackles and a goal to be second best for the Dragons who nearly pulled off a huge upset of St Mary’s.
Noah Gribble – Geelong West
A massive 41 disposals against North Shore in the game named in his grandfathers honour the Ron Sells Cup. Also kicked a goal to be named second best in the 40-point victory.
Emmanuel Ajang – Geelong West
Featured in the best once more after gathering 23 disposals along with four tackles and a goal to help the Giants to their fifth win of the year.
Sam Witherden – North Shore
Had no trouble locating the ball again, gathering 25 possessions at 88% efficiency in his side’s 40-point loss to Geelong West.
Logan Wagener – Leopold
Instrumental in an important 19-pioint win over St Joseph’s. Named in the best with 29 touches at 86% efficiency and eight tackles as the Lions moved a game clear of the Joeys into fourth.
Marty Brennan – Grovedale
Third best for the Tigers in a narrow six-point triumph over winless St Albans. Collected 24 disposals at 93% efficiency and nine tackles in the win.
Flynn Young – Grovedale
Fourth week in a row with multiple goals kicking two in a low scoring contest against St Albans.
OVENS AND MURRAY FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Daniel Sharrock – Wangaratta Magpies
Was second best in a big win over Lavington. Led all commers with 36 disposals while adding two goals. Had 19 contested possessions, was very clean with his hands and used the ball well.
Jack Driscoll – Lavington
Jumped confidently at ball in the ruck and had 13 disposals and five clearances as the Panthers went down by 91 points.
Tom Boyd – Wangaratta Rovers
Had an impressive start kicking three goals in the opening quarter. Hurt by some poor delivery over the next two terms before moving into defence to help sure up a 42-pont win over North Albury.
VICTORIAN AMATEUR FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Aidan Johnson – Old Brighton
Named in the best for the third straight week as Old Brighton dropped from first to third after a 19- point loss to Old Melburnians. Started back then rotated in the ruck and forward kicking two majors.
WESTERN REGION FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Ethan Jackson – Sunshine
Had 31 disposals, 10 marks and two goals as Sunshine suffered a 11-point defeat to Point Cook.
Harrison White – Werribee Districts
Did some good things in an easy win over St Albans. Showed more run and carry on the outside and was clean at stoppages when spending time as an inside mid tallying five clearances.
Saad El-Hawli – Altona
Played his part and kicked a goal as the Vikings kept the pressure on top placed Caroline Springs with a 42-point triumph over Yarraville Seddon.
Akol Deng – Yarraville Seddon
Was solid in the middle while his ability to follow up at centre bounces was again on display as the Eagles went down to Altona.
BENDIGO FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Brady Rowles – Eaglehawk
A fantastic first half with great energy defensively and clean hands as the Two Blues built a valuable lead. Finished with 21 disposals and four tackles as Eaglehawk held on for a one-point victory.
RIDDELL DISTRICT FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Ariek Lual – Melton Centrals
Another good showing to be named the best for the Blues who were soundly beaten away to Riddell. Completed well in the ruck and provided good run from defence when stationed at CHB.
HAMPDEN FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Tex Korewha – Koroit
Kicked a goal in a convincing 56-point win over Portland to jump to the top of the ladder.