Western Australia’s tall forwards, Max Rohr and Kayle Gerreyn, were instrumental in their team's decisive win over South Australia during the Marsh Under-18 Championships, scoring a combined seven goals.
Rohr netted four goals and Gerreyn added three, propelling Western Australia to a significant victory with a final score of 18.7 (115) to 6.12 (48) at Alberton Oval on Sunday.
The standout performances by Rohr and Gerreyn highlighted their draft potential. Rohr, returning as an over-age player after being overlooked last year, and Gerreyn, a notable prospect, both impressed with their on-field prowess.
Luke Urquhart delivered a solid performance for Western Australia, achieving 19 disposals, seven clearances, and 11 inside 50s. Bo Allan, returning from a back injury that sidelined him at the start of the championships, also shone with 19 disposals and six tackles.
Fred Rodriguez topped the team's disposals with 22, while Charlie Burke and Hamish Davis each contributed two goals, showcasing their consistency.
Western Australia established their dominance early with a six-goal opening term and maintained their lead with another six goals in the final quarter. This victory was a rebound from their earlier loss to the Allies in the carnival.
South Australia suffered their second consecutive defeat in the championships, struggling to capitalize on their inside-50 entries despite having more entries (44 to 43) than Western Australia.
Lucas Camporeale, a father-son prospect for the Blues along with his twin brother Ben, led the game with 29 disposals and five rebound 50s, demonstrating his running and carrying abilities. Phoenix Hargrave also stood out with 27 disposals and eight inside 50s.
Promising ruckman Alex Dodson impressed again with 20 disposals, five clearances, and 22 hitouts, showcasing his athletic potential as he contemplates balancing basketball and football.
Likely top-10 draft pick Sid Draper gathered 19 touches, while small forward Ned Bowman kicked three goals, adding to South Australia’s tally.
Match Summary
- South Australia: 1.2 | 3.6 | 4.9 | 6.12 (48)
- Western Australia: 6.3 | 9.4 | 12.6 | 18.7 (115)
Goals
- South Australia: Bowman 3, Bradley 2, Newton
- Western Australia: Rohr 4, Gerreyn 3, Evans 2, Davis 2, Burke 2, Angove, Banfield, Champion, Hayes, Kelly
