TEN GOALS to three in the second half saw Maiden Gully sweep aside Marong in the Under-18 grand final played at Newbridge.
In perfect conditions on a beautiful playing surface, the Eagles were far too good for an undermanned Panthers outfit, winning 18.14 (122) to 7.5 (47).
Marong used 12 permit players who were overage or from other clubs during the season, but only one of them, Caleb Dudderidge, appeared in sufficient matches to qualify for finals.
Maiden Gully had a full complement of players and a stacked bench, whereas the Marong team struggled to field a full side. The imbalance really told after half-time, with Eagle Lincoln Hancock going on to kick six goals, taking him to 70 for the season.
Speedy Zac Turner, who could pass for a 12-year-old, won the medal for best player on the ground.
Intercept defender Tahlan Brook also starred as the Panther forward line was starved of opportunities.
Max O’Donnell was best for Marong along with captain Wilhelm Thomson and Lachie Thomas., while Dudderidge kicked two of his side’s five goals.