Snowdogs find their snarl in William Buck Premier Men’s
The race to remain in Premier Men’s took another turn as Steve Alessio’s men chalked up their third win of the campaign.
St Bernard’s re-ignited their season with an impressive victory over University Blues at the Snake Pit.
The Snowdogs jumped out to an early lead to hold a 17-point advantage at the first change and a 15-point lead at the half as the Blues fought to hang in the game.
But a 5-goal third term broke it open as the St Bernard’s faithful sensed their 6-game losing streak was about to come to an end, and when they added the first 4 majors of the final term – three to Edyn Sibbald – it was party time at the Snake Pit.
The Blues were shaded around the contest and their trademark efficiency Inside 50 deserted them without star forwards James Stewart and Eddie Ziebarth.
The final margin stretched out to 42 points – St Bernard’s leapfrogging OMs and Uni Blacks to clear the drop-zone on percentage, with a huge away game against rivals Fitzroy this weekend.
Steve Alessio (St Bernard’s): “I was really pleased with the effort of our team. The concentration and willingness of the boys to work together was great.
“Our depth continues to be tested but is already providing some rewards with debut players performing well at senior level. Hopefully, the win builds some belief in the team we can use for the remainder of the season.”
Guy Martyn (Uni Blues): “St Bernard’s comprehensively beat us all over the park in all facets of the game. Smashed us in critical contests – both on the ground and in the air, ran harder than us and executed their skills more effectively.
“A pretty disappointing day for us. We’ll be looking to bounce back this week.”
