MEN’S DIV ONE
Dromana have missed finals by percentage after a heartbreaking defeat at the hands of Pines on Saturday.
With other results going their way, Dromana only needed to avoid defeat to lock up their finals spot. The Tigers hosted Pines at Dromana Recreation Reserve.
After the Tigers got out to an early lead, Pines struck back and took an 11-point lead into the half-time break. The Pythons stretched their lead to 31 by three-quarter-time.
Dromana fought for their lives in the final term, with their finals chances dwindling. The Tigers nearly pulled off a miracle, but just ran out of time.
Dromana was defeated by Pines 15.15 (105) to 16.14 (110). The loss saw Dromana finish sixth.
Cameron Olden did the damage for Pines, booting eight goals in a best-on-ground display.
The result was a blessing for Mt Eliza, who finished fifth despite a final round defeat to ladder leaders Rosebud. Rosebud beat Mt Eliza 12.11 (83) to 6.17 (53).
Red Hill has had a difficult year, but finished the season on a high note with a thrilling win over Sorrento.
Both sides were evenly matched all day, with the lead swinging back and forth. Sorrento took a one-goal lead into the final term.
Two late goals and a behind saw Red Hill sneak ahead in the dying stages. They held on to beat the Sharks 13.9 (87) to 13.8 (86).
Joshua Mold, Patrick MacDonald, Daniel Frampton, Tynan Bressan, and Connor Eardley were Red Hill’s best.
Frankston YCW has momentum on their side after a 30-point win over Edithvale-Aspendale on Saturday. Langwarrin locked up their finals spot with a comfortable 49-point win over Mornington.
Frankston YCW, in a repeat of this week’s match-up, will play Edithvale-Aspendale in the qualifying final at RJ Rowley Reserve on Saturday afternoon.
On Sunday afternoon, Langwarrin plays Mt Eliza in the elimination final at Olympic Park Rosebud.
MEN’S DIV TWO
Devon Meadows have earned their way through to the next round of finals after a comfortable win over Pearcedale.
Devon Meadows had plenty of chances in the first quarter, but failed to convert them. They went into the first break level.
After the quarter-time break, Devon Meadows piled on eight goals. They held on to their lead for the rest of the day, eventually claiming a 47-point win 13.3 (81) to 18.20 (128).
Luke Daniel put in a great shift for Pearcedale, kicking six goals. James Frawley kicked four goals for Devon Meadows, and Arnold Kirby kicked three in a fantastic display.
Devon Meadows will play Frankston Bombers on Saturday, with the winner moving on to the Grand Final. Crib Point Recreation Reserve will host the battle.
Pearcedale will have a chance at redemption on Sunday in the semi-final. They will play Somerville, who scored a thrilling come-from-behind win over Chelsea in the elimination final.
Chelsea looked comfortable at half-time, leading by five goals. Somerville chipped away at the lead, but still trailed by three goals at three-quarter-time.
The momentum continued in the final term, with Somerville sneaking ahead. The lead swung back to Chelsea, but two late goals sealed the result for the Eagles.
Somerville moved onto the next round of finals with a stunning 10.13 (73) to 11.15 (81) win.
NEXT WEEK’S GAMES
DIVISION ONE MENS
Saturday 30 August, 2.15pm:
Qualifying Final
Frankston YCW v Edithvale-Aspendale – RJ Rowley Reserve
Sunday 31 August, 2.15pm:
Elimination Final
Langwarrin v Mt Eliza – Olympic Park Rosebud
DIVISION TWO MENS
Saturday 30 August, 2.15pm:
Semi Final 2
Frankston Bombers v Devon Meadows – Crib Point Recreation Reserve
Sunday 31 August, 2.15pm:
Semi Final 1
Pearcedale v Somerville – Baxter Park