Macleay Valley claim Under 13 Premiership

Macleay Valley Eagles overcame a first half of goal kicking woes to claim back to back premierships in the Under 13 age group with a thrilling victory over Coffs Harbour Breakers.

At the half time break both sides had had six scoring shots but the Breakers held a 15 point lead off the back of far greater accuracy. The Eagles hit the front in the third term and had more than double the number of scoring shots at the last break but were only two points in front due to inaccuracy which set the scene for a gripping last quarter.

The Eagles finally straightened themselves up in the last term to land two majors and claim a 14 point win.

For the victors, Creedence Donovan was named Best on Ground, whilst Dylan Bonham deservedly claimed Best on Ground for Breakers.

Cedar Barry (Camden Haven Bombers) had a stellar year, claiming both the Best and Fairest and Rising Star awards for the Under 13 age group, with Ned O’Neill (Grafton Tigers) being the runner-up in the Best and Fairest.

Macleay Valley Eagles 5.13 (43) defeated Coffs Harbour Breakers 4.3 (27)