By Lachlan Mitchell
Pakenham has secured its second win in a row as the Lions roared past Beaconsfield at James Bathe Reserve on Saturday.
The Lions trailed at the first break but quickly found their rhythm and momentum to keep the Eagles grounded.
Rose Laidlaw put on 36-goals for the Lions in the 55-32 win.
“We are learning to play with each other well and learning what needs to be done to ensure a win,” said Pakenham coach Matt Cooke.
“Our front-end is starting to finish off on the work that our defence is doing.
“Our defensive end was good and our front end still wasn’t as efficient as I would have liked them to be.
“We need to realise it’s about doing what you do well and not worrying about anything else.
“It’s also about making sure the guys inside the circle are doing what they need to do.
“The goal-scorers are learning their role and they are finishing which gives us confidence to ensure what we do is working.
“If they are passing and scoring well the whole process works and everything works a lot better.“
Narre Warren welcomed Erin Bell to the Magpie’s line-up.
Bell represented Australia and has had success in the domestic tournament with the Sydney Swifts.
Bell was crucial in securing the win, putting on 55-goals and staring for the Magpies in the game.
The international combined with Chelsea Tonna to run out a resounding 38-goal victory over Woori Yallock.
Mt Evelyn had to dig deep against Upwey Tecoma.
The Tigers mounted a strong final-quarter comeback to limit their opposition to a five-goal final quarter.
The Tigers piled on nine in the final-term thanks to Rachel Grawich and Jessica Black who fought gallantly to get their side over the line.
Unfortunately the Tigers fell two goals short, Mt Evelyn securing its third win of the season.
Wandin also had a tight tussle on its hands against Monbulk with the Bulldogs clawing over the line by seven goals in the 41-34 goal victory.
Olinda Ferny Creek had proceedings go their own way when they boxed the Kangaroos of ROC.
Olinda led by 17 at half-time to secure a 37-goal win.
Jackie Cutting and Melissa Martinov combining to send ROC packing.
A GRADE
Emerald was in prime position when it faced Belgrave at Chandler Reserve.
A 19-6 opening term dictated the game and showed the class and poise of Emerald.
Kaylah Loulanting put on a staggering 49 goals in her side’s 63-40 win.
Berwick continues to craft its stellar season with a 50-22 goal win over Yarra Glen.
An 11-goal half-time lead continued to sway out and extended to 28 at the final whistle.
Emily Pupuke continues to go from strength to strength this season putting on 17-goals.
Danielle Hanley was one of the stars of the game as her intercepts limited Yarra Glen’s scoring ability.
Berwick Springs also struggled to get going against Gembrook Cockatoo. Jess Hoskin and Charlie Brocks combined for 25 to inch the Titans closer to the Brookers but couldn’t get the job done.
Chelsea Ingram and Aimee Harkin combining to lead their side to a nine-goal win.
Undefeated Seville had the bye this week.
PREMIER DIVISION
A GRADE
Narre Warren 74 v Woori Yallock 36
Mt Evelyn 34 v Upwey Tecoma 32
Monbulk 34 v Wandin 41
Olinda Ferny Creek 56 v ROC 19
Pakenham 55 v Beaconsfield 32
B GRADE
Mt Evelyn 44 v Upwey Tecoma 36
Monbulk 39 v Wandin 26
Olinda Ferny Creek 42 v ROC 40
Pakenham 44 v Beaconsfield 32
Narre Warren 87 v Healesville 23
C GRADE
Narre Warren 75 v Woori Yallock 16
Mt Evelyn 29 v Upwey Tecoma 21
Monbulk 13 v Wandin 39
Olinda Ferny Creek 47 v ROC 34
Pakenham 29 v Beaconsfield 25
D GRADE
Mt Evelyn 13 v Upwey Tecoma 16
Olinda Ferny Creek 31 v ROC 45
Pakenham 40 v Beaconsfield 23
Narre Warren 51 v Healesville 6
Bye: Wandin
DIVISION ONE
A GRADE
Emerald 63 v Belgrave 40
Berwick Springs 35 v Gembrook Cockatoo 44
Berwick 50 v Yarra Glen 22
Bye: Seville
B GRADE
Emerald 36 v Belgrave 59
Berwick Springs 41 v Gembrook Cockatoo 47
Berwick 77 v Yarra Glen 33
Bye: Seville
C GRADE
Narre Warren 75 v Woori Yallock 16
Mt Evelyn 29 v Upwey Tecoma 21
Monbulk 13 v Wandin 39
Olinda Ferny Creek 47 v ROC 34
Pakenham 29 v Beaconsfield 25
D GRADE
Emerald 32 v Belgrave 26
Berwick Springs 27 v Gembrook Cockatoo 24
Berwick 33 v Yarra Glen 19
Bye: Seville
13U WHITE
Berwick 24 v Beaconsfield 15
ROC 17 V Cranbourne 24
Bye: Gembrook Cockatoo , Pakenham
13U BLUE
Narre Warren 12 v Beaconsfield 21
Berwick 23 v ROC 31
Bye: Pakenham
15U WHITE
Narre Warren 55 v Beaconsfield 9
Berwick 6 v ROC 43
Pakenham 45 v Gembrook Cockatoo 15
15U BLUE
Narre Warren 53 v Beaconsfield 8
Pakenham 36 v Cranbourne 25
Berwick 5 v ROC 29
17U WHITE
Narre Warren 30 v Beaconsfield 20
Pakenham 47 v Gembrook Cockatoo 14
Berwick 33 v ROC 19
Bye: Cranbourne
17U BLUE
Seville 71 v Healesville 2
Olinda Ferny Creek 26 v ROC 20
Narre Warren 23 v Berwick 20
Pakenham 30 v Beaconsfield 11
Bye: Wandin
