General News
6 July, 2023
Redbacks had their moments
WEDDERBURN came within minutes of snatching victory over Wycheproof Narraport in Saturday’s North Central clash. The Redbacks had made up for lost ground in the second quarter when they were held scoreless by a relentless Demons being inspired by...
WEDDERBURN came within minutes of snatching victory over Wycheproof Narraport in Saturday’s North Central clash.
The Redbacks had made up for lost ground in the second quarter when they were held scoreless by a relentless Demons being inspired by Tom Trewin, Spencer Allan, Josh Walsh with one-time North Melbourne champion Corey Jones finishing off work in front of goal.
Jones would kick six goals for the day and helped ensure the Redbacks’ 12-point advantage early in the final term was pegged and reversed.
He not only kicked goals but created others, handballing to Trewin in the square for an easy goal early in the third term.
That was when the Redbacks, playing before a crowd that included members of their 2013 premiership side, kicked into gear. Captain of that flag side a decade ago, Danny Benaim, won the hard ball and goaled from 50 metres out.
The Redbacks would finally get to outscore Wycheproof Narraport in the third quarter.
They had more chances, too, but were stifled by Joe Kenny and Damien Horbury in defence.
Jackson McEwen was named best for the Redbacks, in two games establishing himself as good mid-season recruit at Donaldson Park.
Louis Holt on the wing continued his good season, also chipping in with two goals, while Isaac Holt and Jackson were again vital in defence.
Tom Campbell finished with three majors and the McEwen brothers two each.