The Northern Bullants held on to defeat Box Hill on Saturday afternoon. The Ants got off to a great start and outplayed Box Hill for the majority of the day but couldn’t quite put them away.
After kicking the first 5 goals of the game, the Bullants didn’t make the most of their opportunities from there. In the first quarter the Bullants had 28 more possessions and moved the ball well.
In the last quarter kicking 2 goals 4 behinds, as Box Hill piled on 6 goals, 1 behind, to give themselves a chance. In the end however the Bullants desperation showed and eventually came away with a win, making it 3 wins and 2 losses after 5 games.
From a Carlton perspective Luke Blackwell was a standout, with 43 possessions he worked tirelessly all day. Adam Hartlett provides good run from defense, while Clinton Benjamin looked exciting with 7 shots for goal.
Jordan Bannister ran hard all day and marked well as well earning – 6 hard ball gets. Shaun Hampson showed some promising signs kicking 2 goals, while Craig Flint played his best game for the year displaying great ball use and courage. On the Irish front Aisake O’hAilpin again impressed, gathering 24 possessions playing in the ruck.
Box Hill Hawks 2.1 5.4 7.8 13.9(87)
Northern Bullants 5.6 8.8 11.11 13.15(93)
Goals : Benjamin 3, Morrell, Hampson, A.Raso 2, F.Raso, Blackwell, Jamison, Hartlett
Coaches Best: Blackwell, Iacobucci, Flint, O'hAiplin, Bannister, Crow
Best: Crow, Blackwell, Iacobucci, Banister, Vansittart, Flint
NAB NORTHERN BULLANTS 2007 ANNUAL AUCTIONThe NAB Northern Bullants would like to invite anyone interested to book in to attend the club's Annual Auction Friday May 25th at the Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre.
The event is the club's biggest fundraiser and is always an excellent night. Items include sporting memorabilia, home entertainment and much, much more.
The night begins at 7.00pm and concludes at Midnight. The cost is $60 and includes a 2-course meal, beer, wine and soft drinks, etc. Bookings are required by the 21st May so please book in at your earliest convenience by calling (03) 9470 2224.
