By Todd Whelan<\/p>\n
Bacchus Marsh proved no match for flag contenders Sebastopol going down by 121 points in last Saturday’s BFNL season opener at Marty Busch Reserve.<\/p>\n
What transpired could best be described as a ‘baptism of fire’ welcome into the BFNL for Cobras new coach Jason Williams.<\/p>\n
Despite tough, cold winter-like conditions the hosts went to work from the outset, dominating their less experienced opposition to finish with a massive 43 shots on goal. Trying to find periods of momentum for the Cobras was scarce as the one-sided nature of both halves was near mirrored on the scoreboard. The ‘Burra led 67-9 at the main break before adding a further 71 points in the second half, while the Cobras could manage just eight points (1.2) of their own.<\/p>\n
In fairness, expectations on the Cobras win\/loss record flourishing in 2023 were low at best as the club embraces a had-to-have rebuild with game time into organic young talent. One positive duly noted for the Cobras was seeing near all of their recruits named in the best players giving every indication they’re prepared to roll up their sleeves and invest genuine effort for their new club.<\/p>\n
Expect the Cobras to make some wholesale changes ahead of this Saturday’s local derby against Darley, as they welcome back up to five players from the Western Jets \/ Ballarat Rebels program as the AFL’s Under 18 competition goes into recess.<\/p>\n
Catch all of Saturday’s action on Apple 98.5FM and BFNL Match Centre LIVE from 2pm.<\/p>\n