The under-12s travelled to Victoria Park on Sunday to take on the unbeaten Echuca White.
The Rams had a magnificent first quarter - kicks were accurate, there were plenty of strong overhead marks and a great spread.
Charlie Eastman dribbled in the first goal of the match from forward pocket, and the Rams led 6-0 at the first break.
It was an even contest in the second quarter, with some great team passages by Charlie Murray, Nate Fitzpatrick and Ollie Dellwo, who weaved around what seemed like five defenders to kick the Rams’ second goal to even the scores at half-time.
The third quarter saw momentum swing towards the Bombers, who dominated possession in their forward 50 and capitalised with four straight goals.
The Rams managed one reply through Ned Wettenhall, who finished neatly on the run.
The boys continued to work hard and apply plenty of pressure in the last quarter right to the siren and were commended by coach Rob Wettenhall, but the Bombers were simply too strong.
The boys will look forward to playing another strong Echuca Bombers Green next Friday night at home.
Final score: Echuca Bombers White 8.2 (50) def Deni Rams 3.3 (21).
Goals: Charlie Eastman, Ned Wettenhall, Ollie Dellwo.
Awards: Jimmy O’Connor, Charlie Murray, Ollie Bull, Ollie Dellwo.
Under-10s:
The youngest Rams again played some good team footy, this time travelling to the Echuca Bombers’ oval on Sunday.
Deni kicked eight majors for the match, with ruckman Jetta Macdonald opening the account with a strong running goal.
All players got a run, with Bailey Cabral (Club Award) making a fierce contest and taking several strong marks up forward to slot two goals.
Levi Robson (Best on Ground) was equally as effective, marking strongly and finishing with two clever goals for the visitors.
Willy Eastman was another standout and award winner, pulling in some goal-saving overhead marks.
Tom McCalman stuck with his opponent and applied good pressure, earning him an award, and is making strong progress each week.
Single goalscorers for the Rams were George Pisasale, Oli Hall, and Leroy Fisicaro.
Deni coach Jack Eastman said he was pleased with his team’s effort and continued improvement.
It was also lovely to see the lads get a photo with all the hardworking and supportive mums for Mother’s Day after the match!
Final score: Not scored.
Goals: Levi Robson 2, Bailey Cabral 2, Oliver Hall, George Pisasale, Leroy Fisicaro and Jetta Macdonald.
Awards: Frank n Beans - Levi Robson, Hardman Intersport - Tom McCalman, McDonald’s - Willy Eastman, Club Beanie - Bailey Cabral.
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