Giants win two in a row

KORUMBURRA-BENA celebrated back-to-back victories after defeating Dalyston by 42 points.

The local derby was played out at the Dalyston Recreation Reserve, with the Giants hungry for revenge after its round three loss.

Dalyston was thrilled to welcome Declan Kelly back into its Seniors lineup after a few years away. 

Jayden Deas got the ball rolling for the Giants, kicking the first goal.

The Giants exhibited great pressure and forward movement.

Tyler Newton was strong down back once again, ensuring Dalyston would not finish the quarter with the lead. 

A very tight first quarter saw the Giants just three points ahead. 

The Giants maintained their lead, up by 13 points by halftime, but it was the third quarter where the Giants really gained the advantage. 

After Dalyston’s Michael Marotta scored a quick goal, his team’s day unravelled as Korumburra-Bena kicked the next seven.

Ill discipline by the Magpies led directly to four goals from free kicks in a matter of minutes as Giants’ supporters couldn’t believe their good luck. 

Despite a late goal to Jaxon Foon, Dalyston trailed by 42-points at the final break.

 Korumburra-Bena coach Josh Hopkins urged his team to maintain its intensity coming into the last quarter, which it certainly did.

There would be no miraculous comeback and honours were shared in the last term. 

During the game Bailey Nation was strong through the middle and connected well with the forwards. 

One of the highest goal scorers for the Giants was young U18 player Clayton Quaife, kicking three goals.

Quaife is proving to be an exciting prospect moving forward, bringing a lot of enthusiasm.

Tom Crocker was the other leading goal kicker, kicking a huge five-goal haul. 

Evan Allaway was also strong all game in the ruck. 

Rhys Dixon played a great defensive role against one of Dalyston’s strong forwards. 

Jordan Ceppi ran and carried the ball through the mid field and wing. 

For Dalyston, the best players were Bradley Tilley, Mitch Hallahan, Fraser West, Kyle Hutchison, Kyle Kirk and Jaxon Foon. 

Overall, it was a great win for the Korumburra-Bena. With strong momentum, the Giants are looking forward to next week against Kilcunda-Bass, eager for a third win to continue their streak.

Dalyston has a big challenge ahead as travels to battle against Tooradin-Dalmore.