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Sydney Morning Herald
3 days ago
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
Bolton shines as Dockers rain on Suns' parade
Fremantle star Shai Bolton kicked three goals to get one over former mentor Damien Hardwick, inspiring his side to a hard-fought 11-point win against fast-finishing Gold Coast. Bolton showcased his elite talent in wet and wild conditions, leading the Dockers to a precious 11.9 (75) to 9.10 (64) victory at People First Stadium on Saturday. Highlighted as Fremantle's 'barometer' by ex-Richmond boss Hardwick in the build-up to the game, Bolton shone in the front half with 20 disposals. But his late tackle on Nick Holman was every bit as important, directly leading to Jye Amiss's match-sealing goal in the final 30 seconds. The Dockers had led by a game-high 20 points in the final quarter, but saw the lead trimmed to five as Gold Coast gave them a huge scare. A third straight victory put the Dockers (7-5) into the top eight, while the Suns (8-3) suffered just their third loss of the season – and their first on home turf. Caleb Serong (27 disposals, six clearances) and stand-in captain Andrew Brayshaw (30, five) were important for Fremantle, and Patrick Voss stood tall in attack with a career-best three goals and eight tackles. Luke Jackson (27 disposals, 20 hit-outs) was influential as a ruckman, and Jordan Clark (30 touches) was composed in defence. Gold Coast captain Noah Anderson was immense with game-high tallies of 39 disposals and 12 clearances.
The Age
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Age
Bolton shines as Dockers rain on Suns' parade
Fremantle star Shai Bolton kicked three goals to get one over former mentor Damien Hardwick, inspiring his side to a hard-fought 11-point win against fast-finishing Gold Coast. Bolton showcased his elite talent in wet and wild conditions, leading the Dockers to a precious 11.9 (75) to 9.10 (64) victory at People First Stadium on Saturday. Highlighted as Fremantle's 'barometer' by ex-Richmond boss Hardwick in the build-up to the game, Bolton shone in the front half with 20 disposals. But his late tackle on Nick Holman was every bit as important, directly leading to Jye Amiss's match-sealing goal in the final 30 seconds. The Dockers had led by a game-high 20 points in the final quarter, but saw the lead trimmed to five as Gold Coast gave them a huge scare. A third straight victory put the Dockers (7-5) into the top eight, while the Suns (8-3) suffered just their third loss of the season – and their first on home turf. Caleb Serong (27 disposals, six clearances) and stand-in captain Andrew Brayshaw (30, five) were important for Fremantle, and Patrick Voss stood tall in attack with a career-best three goals and eight tackles. Luke Jackson (27 disposals, 20 hit-outs) was influential as a ruckman, and Jordan Clark (30 touches) was composed in defence. Gold Coast captain Noah Anderson was immense with game-high tallies of 39 disposals and 12 clearances.
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Bolton shines as Dockers rain on Suns' parade
Fremantle star Shai Bolton kicked three goals to get one over former mentor Damien Hardwick, inspiring his side to a hard-fought 11-point win against fast-finishing Gold Coast. Bolton showcased his elite talent in wet and wild conditions, leading the Dockers to a precious 11.9 (75) to 9.10 (64) victory at People First Stadium on Saturday. Highlighted as Fremantle's "barometer" by ex-Richmond boss Hardwick in the build-up to the game, Bolton shone in the front half with 20 disposals. But his late tackle on Nick Holman was every bit as important, directly leading to Jye Amiss's match-sealing goal in the final 30 seconds. The Dockers had led by a game-high 20 points in the final quarter, but saw the lead trimmed to five as Gold Coast gave them a huge scare. A third straight victory put the Dockers (7-5) into the top eight, while the Suns (8-3) suffered just their third loss of the season and first on home turf. Caleb Serong (27 disposals, six clearances) and stand-in captain Andrew Brayshaw (30, five) were important for Fremantle, and Patrick Voss stood tall in attack with a career-best three goals and eight tackles. Luke Jackson (27 disposals, 20 hit-outs) was influential as a ruckman, and Jordan Clark (30 touches) was composed in defence. Gold Coast captain Noah Anderson was immense with game-high tallies of 39 disposals and 12 clearances. Switched on early, Fremantle built a 20-point lead by quarter-time on the back of their pressure game and ability to score from turnovers. But Gold Coast cut the margin to one point with three consecutive goals, including one from highly rated academy graduate Leo Lombard on his debut. The 18-year-old pounced at a forward-50 stoppage and burnt off an opponent to run into an open goal, sparking wild celebrations among his teammates. A steadying goal from Bolton kept the Dockers in front, leading 6.5 (41) to 5.5 (35) at halftime as heavy rain fell. The visitors led inside-50s 33-21 at that point, despite the Anderson-led Gold Coast's stoppage dominance (28-17). Suns midfielder Matt Rowell was reported on the spot for high contact on Neil Erasmus with his left hand, but is unlikely to face sanction after the incident is properly assessed. There were four lead changes in an entertaining third term that defied the atrocious conditions, as Voss gave Fremantle a 13-point buffer at the final change with his third goal. Dockers veteran Nat Fyfe made his long-awaited return from injuries as the substitute, activated for the last quarter, and played a role with seven disposals and some important touches. The Suns made a huge late move, inspired by Sam Flanders' three second-half goals. They got within six points through Flanders' ridiculous goal off the ground with the outside of his right boot. Mac Andrew had the chance to level the scores with four minutes left, but missed his set shot around the body from the pocket. Brayshaw was crunched in a huge hit from Daniel Rioli moments before Amiss clinched the Dockers' victory. Rowell (27 disposals, eight clearances) and Touk Miller (24, nine) were strong contributors for Gold Coast, and Jed Walter kicked two goals.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Brisbane ace Will Ashcroft faces match review scrutiny
Brisbane's premiership hero Will Ashcroft could become the first AFL player sanctioned this year after clashing with Gold Coast's Matt Rowell in match simulation. Ashcroft, who won the Norm Smith medal as best afield in Brisbane's grand final triumph last season, struck Rowell with an elbow during Thursday night's three-club session on the Gold Coast. Rowell nudged Ashcroft in the back as the ball trickled over a boundary line during the second of three games featuring the Queensland clubs and Collingwood. Will Ashcroft gave away a free kick to Matt Rowell for this incident in the pre-season match sim.📺 Watch #AFLSunsLions on ch. 504 or stream on Kayo: BLOG — Fox Footy (@FOXFOOTY) February 20, 2025 Ashcroft, with his back to Rowell, landed a short jab with his right elbow to Rowell's chest which momentarily stunned the Sun. Rowell hunched over after the blow but, after being given a free kick, continued playing. While Aschcroft's act had low impact, it will be scrutinised by the AFL's match review officer Michael Christian. The incident came in the middle fixture of unofficial match simulation - three games played over two 25-minute periods. In the first fixture, Brisbane prevailed 5.9 (39) to Collingwood's 4.2 (26). The Magpies unveiled prized recruits Dan Houston, who left Port Adelaide, and Harry Perryman, who departed GWS in search of more midfield minutes. Perryman, who played mainly in defence for the Giants, was instantly deployed in the centre square but was relatively quiet, as was Houston at halfback. Brisbane's dual Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale and Collingwood star Nick Daicos were prominent ball-winners and kicked a goal each. The Lions' academy graduate Ty Gallop, who was pick 42 at last year's national draft when Brisbane matched a Geelong bid, impressed with a snapped early goal and finished with two majors. Brisbane then played Gold Coast in a spirited clash, with Ashcroft's younger brother Levi, making his unofficial debut, felled after disposal by Gold Coast's Ben Long, prompting remonstration from the Lions. Levi Ashcroft was later crunched by the Suns' Leo Lombard, who left the field with a suspected right shoulder dislocation after the collision. Lombard opted to bump Ashcroft and was slightly late in contact as the Lion cub dished off a handball. The Suns, featuring former Magpie John Noble but without ex-Richmond star Daniel Rioli because of a knee injury, beat the Lions 7.4 (46) to 6.1 (37). Gold Goast then played Collingwood and the home side rounded out their evening with an 8.2 (50) to 5.2 (32) victory.
