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SOMERVILLE flew into serious Nepean League flag contention with a 79-point victory over a disappointing Pearcedale.
Experienced Eagles forward Joel Atkins led the way, with eight of his side’s 22 goals in a best on ground performance.
Excluding fine performances from Glenn Anderson and former Hampton Park centreman Jack Besley, the day was one to forget for the Panthers.
Rye overcame Dromana by four goals in an entertaining contest, with Ben Holmes slotting seven majors and earning top votes for the day.
Crib Point came home with a wet sail to down Hastings by 12 points, while in other matches Red Hill proved too strong for Tyabb to the tune of 38 points and Sorrento had a 62-point stroll in the park against Rosebud.
In Peninsula League action, Bonbeach scored a thrilling five-point victory over fifth placed Edithvale-Aspendale – despite having 10 less shots at goal than the Sea Eagles.
The final term was a dog-eat-dog affair with five lead changes. Teenage Edithvale-Aspendale forward Brett O’Hanlon missed a set shot from 30 metres to steal a draw as the final siren sounded.
Chelsea’s season went from bad to worse after a six-goal loss to second side Mt Eliza, while Seaford gave Mornington a 20-goal belting with MPNFL interleague onballer Pat Cadd starring with seven goals. Other results saw Karingal down Pines by 90 points and Frankston YCW consolidate top spot with a 65-point win over Langwarrin.