Hawks leave finals door open
Tatyoon’s top three hopes were ended and their finals chances put in jeopardy after suffering a third straight loss on Saturday.
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The Hawks trailed for most of the game, with Glenthompson-Dunkeld controlling things away from home.
The home team was down by 26 points at the final break but dug deep in the final term. Despite keeping the Rams scoreless, their efforts were not good enough as they fell short 8.9 (57) to 8.2 (50).
Matt Smith was Tatyoon’s best for the second week in a row while Steven Butler made a strong return after two weeks out, kicking four goals.
The Hawks are now in danger of missing out on a finals spot.
A win over SMW Rovers next weekend will guarantee a finals berth but a loss could open the door for Moyston-Willaura to steal fifth spot.
Pumas still in the hunt
Moyston-Willaura has given itself the best chance possible at a finals berth, taking a big percentage boost with a win over Caramut.
The Pumas pumped the Swans 21.14 (140) to 3.10 (28) at home to give themselves a fighting chance at playing finals.
Harrison Cronin kicked eight goals while ruckman Josh Bywater was best on for the Pumas.
With just one round remaining in the Mininera District Football League season, the Pumas will are one match and 11 per cent behind Tatyoon and Lismore-Derrinallum.
The Pumas take on the Demons next weekend, with nothing but a win good enough to play finals.
Magpies continue winning ways
The Magpies failed to score more than 100 points for the first time since round two but still recorded a comfortable win on Saturday.
Wickliffe-Lake Bolac waltzed to its 16th win, beating Woorndoo-Mortlake 13.20 (98) to 2.9 (21).
Nathan Curtis and Tas Clingan were best on ground for the Magpies in the victory, while James Quayle kicked three goals.
