Youngest Pigeons through to semis

With a big crowd of Yarrawonga supporters and picture-perfect conditions for the elimination final, the Under 12s side took to the ground ready to play.

The midfielders sent the ball forward early in the quarter and found Ed Mulquinney ready and waiting. Ed had the ball on a string and kicked three goals for the Pigeons in the first quarter.

The Raiders team kept up with Yarrawonga kicking three goals as well. Judd Long added another Yarrawonga goal to put Pigeons in the lead by 7 points at quarter time.

The Pigeons demonstrated how well they listen to the coaches and followed the instructions given. Charlie Carlyle continued to win the ruck contests and Jetta Oughton and Ryder Briffa read the ball well.

Jack Bruce, Roley Brear and Todd Lawless led a terrific performance from the backline players, making it very hard for the Raiders to score.

Dayne Bromley was outstanding all day – he was determined to get the ball forward and twisted and turned to find a way to deliver the ball to his teammates. Judd Long combined with Elliott Tresize on the wing, the two boys winning lots of possessions.

In a true team game, every player on the ground contributed in their own way, staying committed to supporting their teammates.

Captain Charlie Bourke, again played his role as a forward target and lead the boys for the entire match.

A late goal for the Raiders at the end of the third quarter and then again at the end of the last quarter kept the crowd holding their breath.

In an exciting display of footy, it was the Pigeons boys who were in front at the final siren – a perfect birthday present for Coach Wollington.

Goals: Ed Mulquinney 4, Judd Long 2, Dayne Bromley, Charlie Bourke.

Best: Ed Mulquinney, Dayne Bromley, Judd Long, Jack Bruce, Finnin George, Parker Cowan.

Awards: Ed Mulquinney, Dayne Bromley, Judd Long and Jack Bruce.