Tigers at last

CLAREMONT broke a run of nine straight losses with an amazing victory at Fremantle Oval in round 15 of the WAFL. South Fremantle led by 39 points at the 22-minute mark of the second quarter and then things changed.

Michael Warren got on top in the ruck, midfielders Andrew Browne, Henry Roberts and Pat McGinnity became busy and forwards Chad Jones, five goals, and Anthony Jones with four finished off the work. The Tigers won by 10 points after an exciting last quarter. Kris Miller, Toby McGrath and Nathan Phillips were strong players for the Bulldogs, Ryan Murphy kicked four goals in the second quarter and youngster Reece Adams kicked two in the last to give the Bulldogs a chance.

Swan Districts moved back to second place after coming from 25 points down at half time to beat Perth by 16 points. Tim Geappen kicked four goals and Josh Roberts was outstanding for the Swans while Kane Ranstead was brilliant in attack for the Demons, he kicked seven goals in the first half and finished with eight.

East Fremantle defeated East Perth by 56 points with Josh Kennedy, Liam Anthony, Calib Mourish and Andrew McCarrey all kicking three goals. Luke Webster's comeback game was successful and Craig Glancy continued his good form.

Subiaco also came from behind to beat West Perth by 18 points at Joondalup. Luke Newick led the way for the Lions and Mark Haynes was in form in his 100th game.

The ladder: Subiaco 52; Swan Districts 36; South Fremantle 32; Perth 26; West Perth 26; Peel 24; East Fremantle 16; East Perth 16; Claremont 12.

Next week: South Fremantle vs Perth; Swan Districts vs East Perth; East Fremantle vs West Perth; Peel vs Subiaco.

5 July 2008

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