Devils punish wasteful Lions

By Todd Whelan

Surprise packets Darley won their third ‘away’ game in four attempts under new Coach Dan Jordan to move into second place on the BFNL ladder. The Devils humbled a disappointing Lions outfit who proved their own worst enemy yet again with poor shooting for goal and turnovers in general play.

Despite a 19 point advantage at the half, Jordan conceded his young Devils could easily have been three or four goals down if not for the Lions inefficiency.

Jordan said the Lions were pretty good for the most part and was proud of the overall effort of his boys.

“I could easily have found room for 13 or 14 players in our best,” he said. “But we still have a lot to learn and face another tough game against Ballarat this week.”

While marquee Devils forward Nick Rodda (5 goals) was prominent, the light shone more on the progress of a few youngsters, namely Brady Wright (4 goals), Andy Azzopardi (best) and 16 year old debutant Mitch Gardiner (2 goals) who would be in line for the clubs goal of the year (if there was such an award!). Luther Baker was Devils best mid while Captain Brett Bewley was selfless under a heavy tag.

Redan coach Jarrett Giampaolo’s disappointment was palpable in the aftermath. “Another frustrating game – we’re unable to maintain consistency in games at the moment,” he said.

The Devils face Ballarat on Darley Park this Saturday in Apple 98.5FM’s Match of the Round Live from 2PM.

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