Richmond vs. West Coast: AFL live scores, blog
Roar Guru By TheSportsFreak, 29 Apr 2012 TheSportsFreak is a Roar Guru & Live Blogger
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Round five continues at Etihad Stadium this afternoon as the unbeaten West Coast Eagles make the trip east to play Richmond. The game starts at 3.15pm AEST with live scores and updates coming up throughout the afternoon.
Tigers’ fans have been told all week their side isn’t much of a chance against West Coast.
“The Tigers will get smashed by Dean Cox and Nic Naitanui.”
“The Tigers will get carved up by Matt Priddis, Scott Selwood, Luke Shuey in the midfield.”
“Jack Riewoldt has gone missing and there’s no chance of the Tigers scoring enough to win.”
Okay, I admit a record of one win and three losses doesn’t look great.
But Ivan Maric has done well in the ruck and has been ably supported by Trent Cotchin, Dustin Martin and Shane Tuck.
At some point Jack Riewoldt will fire, and it’s more than likely going to happen at the Dome where he has the best average of all venues.
Let’s just take a look at the season so far.
They stayed with Carlton for most of the journey, almost managed to topple Collingwood, did what they needed to against Melbourne and pushed Geelong in Geelong for the first time in six years.
Hey, you know what, things aren’t that bad, but today’s a day for the club to finally get a scalp though.
Here’s a fun stat for Richmond fans to keep under their hats today – Richmond is yet to be beaten by West Coast at Etihad Stadium.
West Coast, on the other hand are four wins from four matches, top the table and are coming off the back of a gutsy win against Hawthorn at Patersons Stadium last weekend.
They probably should have kicked ten or eleven goals last week, not the paltry five that read on the scoreboard.
It was an amazing intensity in that game – something the Eagles have prided themselves on so far in 2012.
It’s a far cry from the other three games they’ve played in the season – with very comfortable wins against the Western Bulldogs, Melbourne and Greater Western Sydney without having to raise much of a sweat. Many believe today will be the same.
The team is made up of some amazing runners – Scott Selwood, Chris Masten, Luke Shuey, Daniel Kerr and the emergence of Andrew Gaff as well.
Then you have the defensive talents of Adam Selwood, Beau Waters and Shannon Hurn, while the forward line, while a little off target thanks to last week’s performance, has been able to cover for the loss of Mark Nicoski through Josh Hill as well as more goals from the midfield.
Travelling has never been a massive strong point of the West Coast Eagles.
But for them to be seriously considered as a top four (and potentially a top two side), they must win these sort of games – against eastern states’ sides that could challenge for a top eight spot.
There’s a fair bit on the line today and should be a fantastic game. Join in the conversation from 3.15pm as Richmond host West Coast at Etihad Stadium.
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9:18pm
Lroy said | 9:18pm | Report comment
Don’t agree with the premise that WCE just had to turn up to win. Tigers have played 3 of the potential top 4 sides and have pushed all of them.. all WCE fans knew this would be a tough one…Tigers will be in the mix come September, so congratulations Damien Hardwick…
Having said that.. look at the replay and contrast Richmond players with WCE when they kick a goal.. crikey, evey time a Tigers player kicks a goal, its like they kicked the wining penalty in the FA cup final… with the Eagles its business as usual… so, Tigers play great footy for a while,. then go to sleep while they are all givin each others high 5′s.
Compare Jack Riewaldts celebrations to Jack Darlings.. that dear friends may have been the difference. Richmond have a few prima donnas in their side, WCE are all meat and potatoes.
Speaking of Riewaldt… are we seeing the “special rule” that the blonde haired adonis at the Saints plays by??? ergo.. the prince gets caught lame duck holding the ball, but you give him the free for “slinging” . or even better, the “any body contact ” rule where if you touch him he gets a soft free????? Dint kid yourselves Tigers fans… if it wasn’t for the soft frees Jack got right in front Eagles would have won by 30 points….. some of your alleged guns go missing for long periods of time.. don’t like to chase.. but love to do something cute that makes it onto youtube…. you have at least 3 passengers in your side… not for me to tell you who they are
As for the Eagles… actually, that was a classic win away from home against a hugely committed local team. Seriously, no one should underrate that win, on any other day, Tigers would have won that one.
Im throwing back a couple of whiskeys a very happy man… WCE across the board stood up.. played hard… and won it. Thanks for the 4 points and lets move on to next week…
8:07pm
Nathan of Perth said | 8:07pm | Report comment
Lot of grit from Richmond.
Love the younger Eagles players – even Masten is coming good all of a sudden.
6:09pm
TheSportsFreak said | 6:09pm | Report comment
FINAL | West Coast Eagles 16.11 107 def. Richmond 14.13 97
So that wraps up what was an extremely entertaining contest from Etihad Stadium.
The Eagles stay on top of the AFL ladder with their win, joining Sydney as the only undefeated sides. They’ll host a resurgent North Melbourne at Patersons Stadium next Sunday arvo.
Richmond are much better than a 1-4 team. They have Port Adelaide next week at AAMI Stadium.
Thanks for joining us.
Don’t forget to follow The Roar on Facebook and Twitter… and you can follow me on Twitter @TheSportsFreak.
Have a good week, and look forward to bringing you more footy next weekend.
6:03pm
TheSportsFreak said | 6:03pm | Report comment
FINAL | West Coast Eagles 16.11 107 def. Richmond 14.13 97
Goalscorers
Rich: Brad Miller 3, Dustin Martin 2, Tyrone Vickery 2, Daniel Jackson 2, Jack Riewoldt 2, Trent Cotchin 1, Brandon Ellis 1, Ivan Maric 1
WCE: Jack Darlin 4, Josh Hill 3, Chris Masten 2, Quinten Lynch 2, Ashton Hams 2, Scott Selwood 1, Dean Cox 1, Josh Kennedy 1
Player Stats
Andrew Gaff (WCE) 15 kicks, 15 handballs, 10 contested possessions, 9 marks
Trent Cotchin (Rich) 17 kicks, 12 handballs, 4 clearances, 5 free kicks, 6 inside 50′s, 4 rebound 50′s
Daniel Kerr (WCE) 12 kicks, 16 handballs, 17 contested possessions, 4 tackles, 8 clearances
Nathan Foley (Rich) 12 kicks, 15 handballs, 15 contested possessions, 7 tackles, 7 clearances
Team Stats
Disposals: Rich 348-321; Contested Possessions: WCE 136-134; Marks: Rich 104-73; Clearances: Rich 38-34; Time In Forward 50: Rich 51%-49%
5:57pm
The Cattery said | 5:57pm | Report comment
Four goals straight in the last quarter for the Eagles.
6:05pm
TheSportsFreak said | 6:05pm | Report comment
A couple of really key misses late from the TIgers.
Riewoldt should have slotted his kick from 25m out with 3:30 to go, Deledio’s kick was a tough one… but kickable nonetheless.
5:49pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:49pm | Report comment
FINAL | West Coast Eagles 16.11 107 def. Richmond 14.13 97
Quite an amazing finish. The Eagles are undefeated in a ripper of a contest.
Daniel Kerr had an incredible second half. Matt Priddis was strong all day.
But the Tigers almost snatched it from them. Cotchin & Deledio both had stand out matches.
Missed opportunities late though hurt them. Another honourable loss… but they need to start turning these sort of losses into wins sometime soon, or a chance at the finals will be lost.
There is some doubt on Josh Kennedy and his ankle. A lot will be talked about that out West this week.
5:52pm
Ian Whitchurch said | 5:52pm | Report comment
Richmond are still a couple of steps behind the best teams.
But they are definitely getting closer, not further away …
5:48pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:48pm | Report comment
Q4 0:06 left | Rich 14.13 97 | WCE 16.11 107
Snap on goal from Jack Darling…. GOAL! That’s the ball game. JD’s kicked 4. What a ripper of a finish!
5:48pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:48pm | Report comment
Q4 0:48 left | Rich 14.13 97 | WCE 15.11 101
Matt White kicks inside 50 – Riewoldt almost takes the mark… WATERS!!!! WOW!
What a mark! Match winner quite possibly.
5:47pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:47pm | Report comment
Q4 1:25 left | Rich 14.13 97 | WCE 15.11 101
Hams handballs to Rosa…. then kicks to the pocket. But marked by Alex Rance. Tigers away…
5:45pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:45pm | Report comment
Q4 2:23 left | Rich 14.13 97 | WCE 15.11 101
Ashton Hams gets knocked in the head – free kick against Shane Tuck.
A slight reprieve for West Coast.
5:45pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:45pm | Report comment
Q4 2:48 left | Rich 14.13 97 | WCE 15.11 101
Trent Cotchin with a good mark across half forward. Finds Brett Deledio.
He’ll kick the ball from 53m out… this for the lead……….
Just misses!
5:44pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:44pm | Report comment
Q4 3:26 left | Rich 14.12 96 | WCE 15.11 101
Tyrone Vickery finds Houli free. Kicks to RIEWOLDT! Takes the mark. Should kick it from 25m out…?
Nope. Oh deary…
5:46pm
Ian Whitchurch said | 5:46pm | Report comment
Oh dear oh dear oh dear
5:41pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:41pm | Report comment
Q4 5:20 left | Rich 14.11 95 | WCE 15.11 101
Daniel Kerr – masterful second half. 14 possessions, numerous clearances, a couple of smothers. Impact has been enormous.
5:42pm
Ian Whitchurch said | 5:42pm | Report comment
There have been some great games of footy this year
5:46pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:46pm | Report comment
The good matches outweigh the bad this season. Absolute crackers so far.
5:46pm
Ian Whitchurch said | 5:46pm | Report comment
Despite the predictable whiners, all the GWS and GC games have been pretty good too
5:55pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:55pm | Report comment
I think both of them have been admirable in the last couple of weeks.
GWS against North Melbourne were horrible… Q1 against WCE was bad… other than that, they’ve put up a fight.
GC have been up and down. Had two good games, but yesterday showed there’s plenty to offer!
5:39pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:39pm | Report comment
Q4 7:35 left | Rich 14.11 95 | WCE 15.11 101
Trent Cotchin forced to kick the ball out of bounds. Long kick from Masten towards the pocket. Pack forms, ball up.
From the stoppage, Cox down to Naitanui… kicked into an opponent. Comes free, Shuey… handball… Priddis, handball to Adam Selwood.
GOAL! Eagles back in front.
5:36pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:36pm | Report comment
Q4 8:41 left | Rich 14.11 95 | WCE 14.11 95
Trent Cotchin kicks the ball to Dustin Martin in the forward pocket… dribbles it to the goal line… rushed through by Sam Butler.
Level again!
5:35pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:35pm | Report comment
Q4 9:01 left | Rich 14.10 94 | WCE 14.11 95
Shaun Grigg kicks towards the goal square – Miller wrestled off the ball by Ash Smith. Free kick to Pia Miller’s other half (as he puts it)
Kicks the goal!
Back to a one-point ball game!
5:33pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:33pm | Report comment
Q4 10:09 left | Rich 13.10 88 | WCE 14.11 95
Cox wins the tap to Masten – 20m out – but goes up in the air, not forward.
Priddis handballs to Masten again… splits the middle! POW!
5:32pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:32pm | Report comment
Q4 10:28 left | Rich 13.10 88 | WCE 13.11 89
They just showed a stat of Interchanges – Richmond 118-87. Amazing what happens when your hampered with an injured player after you’ve used your sub.
Daniel Kerr wins a gutsy free kick in defensive 50.
Then he traps the ball in the forward 50. He’s been everywhere since half time.
5:30pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:30pm | Report comment
Q4 11:49 left | Rich 13.10 88 | WCE 13.11 89
Poor turnover from Jack Riewoldt. Won a free kick, then kicked it straight to Andrew Gaff.
It goes all the way down to the Eagles forward line, Josh Hill wins a free kick, then kicks the goal! That’s a killer. The Eagles back in front.
5:28pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:28pm | Report comment
Q4 13:00 left | Rich 13.10 88 | WCE 12.11 83
The Eagles look lethargic. Being out run by the Tigers everywhere.
Meanwhile, Robin Nahas has given away a free kick for abusive language. Is that something the umps should really be worrying about?
5:26pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:26pm | Report comment
Q4 15:00 left | Rich 13.10 88 | WCE 12.11 83
Dustin Martin snaps across the goals – but goes wide.
5:24pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:24pm | Report comment
Q4 15:30 left | Rich 13.9 87 | WCE 12.11 83
Will Schofield gives away a free kick to Jack Riewoldt. The umpire says it’s a sling tackle – don’t know about that.
Anyway, Riewoldt… kicks A GOAL!!!
The Tigers in front!
5:20pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:20pm | Report comment
Q4 18:54 left | Rich 12.9 81 | WCE 12.11 83
Matt White kicks inside 50. Over the top of Brad Miller… forced out of bounds.
Then from the ball in, Maric snaps… but kicks out on the full.
5:18pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:18pm | Report comment
Q4 19:33 left | Rich 12.9 81 | WCE 12.11 83
Huge collision in the forward 50 for West Coast between Jack Darling and Matt Dea – SMACK!
They’re both on their feet now, but that was heavy!
5:17pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:17pm | Report comment
Q4 19:59 left | Rich 12.9 81 | WCE 12.11 83
John Worsfold saying Josh Kennedy’s “hanging in there”.
If you’re an Eagles fan, that wouldn’t fill you with much confidence!
5:17pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:17pm | Report comment
THREE QUARTER TIME | Rich 12.9 81 | WCE 12.11 83
Goalscorers
Rich – Dustin Martin 2, Tyrone Vickery 2, Daniel Jackson 2, Brad Miller 2, Trent Cotchin 1, Brandon Ellis 1, Ivan Maric 1, Jack Riewoldt 1
WCE – Jack Darling 3, Quinten Lynch 2, Josh Hill 2, Ashton Hams 2, Chris Masten 1, Dean Cox 1, Josh Kennedy 1
Player Stats
Daniel Kerr (WCE) 10 kicks, 13 handballs, 14 contested possessions, 7 clearances, 4 inside 50′s
Shaun Grigg (Rich) 10 kicks, 11 handballs, 7 marks, 4 inside 50′s
Trent Cotchin (Rich) 11 kicks, 10 handballs, 10 contested possessions, 4 inside 50′s
Dustin Martin (Rich) 13 kicks, 8 handballs, 4 clearances
Andrew Gaff (WCE) 11 kicks, 10 handballs
Team Stats
Disposals: Rich 257-240; Contested Possessions: WCE 104-96; Disposal Efficiency: WCE 74%-68%; Inside 50′s: WCE 40-33;
5:12pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:12pm | Report comment
THREE QUARTER TIME | Rich 12.9 81 | WCE 12.11 83
One more quarter left and the Tigers faithful are on their feet at the final change. Great quarter from the Tigers. But haven’t hit the front yet.
The Eagles hanging on. You’d suggest the Eagles will still be slight favourites, but a great lift from Richmond in the third quarter.
Grandstand finish on the way!
5:10pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:10pm | Report comment
Q3 0:55 left | Rich 12.9 81 | WCE 12.11 83
Great pressure in the midfield from a number of Tigers players. Dustin Martin gets the ball, kicks it long… wanted a target, but went wide. Through for a behind
5:09pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:09pm | Report comment
Q3 1:34 left | Rich 12.8 80 | WCE 12.11 83
Nic Naitanui just starting to work his way into the contest the last couple of minutes. Kicks to Cox, missed the mark, but buttered up. Handballed to Andrew Gaff… but snaps it wide.
5:08pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:08pm | Report comment
Q3 2:04 left | Rich 12.8 80 | WCE 12.10 82
Scott Selwood did amazingly to get out of the grasp of Foley, then kicks to Josh Hill who marks in the pocket.
Important kick – touched on the line! Behind.
5:08pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:08pm | Report comment
Q3 3:01 left | Rich 12.8 80 | WCE 12.9 81
Great defence from the Tigers. The Eagles should have gotten a simple goal, but pushed the likes of Kennedy, Hams and Shuey away from the goals. Then forced Kerr to kick from 50m towards the goals.
Rushed through for a behind.
5:06pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:06pm | Report comment
Q3 4:01 left | Rich 12.8 80 | WCE 12.8 80
Brett Deledio delivers to Tyrone Vickery with a very good grab. He will kick from 45m out.
Josh Kennedy doesn’t look like makiing much of an impact on the rest of this game – gingerly running on his strapped up ankle.
Vickery goals – and levels the scores!
5:03pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:03pm | Report comment
Q3 6:23 left | Rich 11.8 74 | WCE 12.8 80
Nic Nat with a nice grab on the wing for West Coast. Then kicks to Jack Darling – he had a lot of impact in the first half.
He then kicks a long ball to the goal square… but rushed through by Jack Riewoldt.
5:02pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:02pm | Report comment
Q3 7:08 left | Rich 11.8 74 | WCE 12.7 79
More great run through the midfield from Brett Deledio. Side stepped an opponent and knew he’d out run Dean Cox.
Kicks inside 50 – Dustin Martin takes the mark in the pocket.
Kicks… a poster! That’s a shame, great build up from the Tigers.
5:00pm
TheSportsFreak said | 5:00pm | Report comment
Q3 8:50 left | Rich 11.7 73 | WCE 12.7 79
Substitution – Brandon Ellis is off, Matthew White is on for Richmond.
4:59pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:59pm | Report comment
Q3 8:50 left | Rich 11.7 73 | WCE 12.7 79
Scott Selwood drifted to half forward to take a good mark. Then kicks it to a pack 15m out – Quinten Lynch! Only one that went up.
Remarkable.
Kicks the goal. A steadier for West Coast.
4:56pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:56pm | Report comment
Q3 11:20 left | Rich 11.7 73 | WCE 11.7 73
JACK – almost!
From the forward pocket, dribbles to the goals, but hits the post!
Josh Kennedy comes back off the ground, struggling with his ankle.
Scores level.
4:55pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:55pm | Report comment
Q3 11:47 left | Rich 11.6 72 | WCE 11.7 73
Trent Cotchin – showing his skills today. Shaun Grigg had a little time to gather well. Kicks to Brandon Ellis. Marks, then goals!
One point in it!
Eagles need a spark, because they’re being beaten in a lot of areas early on in Q3
4:52pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:52pm | Report comment
Q3 13:53 left | Rich 10.6 66 | WCE 11.7 73
Brett Deledio parted the seas with a ripping run through the middle with 2 bounces. His kick to the forward pocket goes out of bounds, but sets up a chance.
Daniel Jackson eventually works his way to the goals – and the Tigers are now within 7 points!
4:50pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:50pm | Report comment
Q3 15:10 left | Rich 9.6 60 | WCE 11.7 73
Substitution – umpire Jason Armstrong off, Tristan Burgess on.
Now, Trent Cotchin has a shot on goal… off to the left.
4:47pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:47pm | Report comment
Q3 17:07 left | Rich 9.5 59 | WCE 11.7 73
Great delivery from Trent Cotchin to Brad Miller – Cotchin is having a fantastic match so far with 16 possessions.
Miller – in front – 45m out – missed! Deary me, should have slotted that one home.
4:46pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:46pm | Report comment
Q3 18:15 left | Rich 9.4 58 | WCE 11.7 73
Nic Naitanui manages to get a kick away from a pack… and hits Josh Kennedy on the chest! Incredible.
Kennedy has his ankle strapped to start the quarter. He’s kicked just the behind.
4:44pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:44pm | Report comment
Q3 19:59 left | Rich 9.4 58 | WCE 11.6 72
Off we go in the second half
4:31pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:31pm | Report comment
HALF TIME | Rich 9.4 58 | WCE 11.6 72
Goalscorers
Rich – Dustin Martin 2, Brad Miler 2, Trent Cotchin 1, Ivan Maric 1, Tyrone Vickery 1, Jack Riewoldt 1, Daniel Jackson 1
WCE – Jack Darling 3, Ashton Hams 2, Josh Hill 2, Quinten Lynch 1, Chris Masten 1, Dean Cox 1, Josh Kennedy 1
Player Stats
Shaun Grigg (Rich) 9 kicks, 8 handballs, 6 marks, 3 inside 50′s
Dustin Martin (Rich) 9 kicks, 7 handballs, 4 clearances, 3 rebound 50′s
Trent Cotchin (Rich) 7 kicks, 9 handballs, 8 contested possessions, 3 inside 50′s
Chris Newman (Rich) 11 kicks, 4 handballs, 6 marks
Matt Priddis (WCE) 7 kicks, 7 handballs, 8 contested possessions, 6 tackles, 7 clearances, 6 score involvements
Team Stats
Disposals: Rich 181-174; Disposal Efficiency: WCE 78%-69%; Contested Marks: Rich 12-7; Inside 50′s: WCE 27-22; Time In Forward Half: WCE 56%-44%; Scores From Stoppages: Rich 4.2 WCE 7.2
4:23pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:23pm | Report comment
HALF TIME | Rich 9.4 58 | WCE 11.6 72
Surprisingly, the Tigers are only 14 points behind.
Keep in mind the Eagles could be down to 2 on the bench, and the Tigers are still close enough if good enough.
Been a great contest though. The Eagles looked like bounding away there
4:21pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:21pm | Report comment
Q2 0:30 left | Rich 9.4 58 | WCE 11.5 71
Right ankle injury for Josh Kennedy. Could be in doubt the rest of the match.
Another scuffle in the middle of the ground between Scott Selwood and Daniel Jackson.
Meanwhile, Brad Miller’s taken a good diving mark inside 50m.
Two goals in a minute? You betcha!
4:19pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:19pm | Report comment
Q2 1:29 left | Rich 8.4 52 | WCE 11.5 71
WHOOOAAAA! Jack Riewoldt lifts himself up for a beauty of a mark in the forward pocket!
Confidence booster required off his boot. His working hard, just not converting.
Kick on goal – BAM! Got it!
4:18pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:18pm | Report comment
Q2 2:33 left | Rich 7.4 46 | WCE 11.5 71
Brett Deledio about to come back on. His right knee is strapped, so we’ll keep an eye on that.
Ivan Maric wins the ruck contest, across to Riewoldt – nope. Straight across the face of goal – only a behind
4:16pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:16pm | Report comment
Q2 3:29 left | Rich 7.3 45 | WCE 11.5 71
Nice kick to Andrew Gaff at half forward… then finds Josh Hill in the corner of his eye.
Forward pocket – 6th goal of the quarter to West Coast.
4:14pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:14pm | Report comment
Q2 4:40 left | Rich 7.3 45 | WCE 10.5 65
There’s been a lot go on behind the play in this match – nothing major, but just little scuffles.
Plus a couple of injuries as well – Riewoldt, Kennedy, Deledio and Brown
4:13pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:13pm | Report comment
Q2 6:35 left | Rich 7.3 45 | WCE 10.5 65
Booming kick from Quinten Lynch… wants Darling in the forward pocket, but rushed through for a behind.
Then a kick on goal from Dean Cox is also through for a behind
4:12pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:12pm | Report comment
Q2 8:35 left | Rich 7.3 45 | WCE 10.3 63
AND ANOTHER to West Coast – Chris Masten with the goal
Meanwhile, Brett Deledio’s been collected – looks like an ankle injury.
4:11pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:11pm | Report comment
Q2 9:04 left | Rich 7.3 45 | WCE 9.3 57
Naitanui wins the ruck in the middle, down to Priddis. Spots up Ashton Hams at half forward.
Handballs to Lynch… kicks to the goal square – COX!
Great mark, then goal! 2 in a minute
4:09pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:09pm | Report comment
Q2 9:45 left | Rich 7.3 45 | WCE 8.3 51
Quick goal down the other end – Jack Darling boots through a reply.
Ashton Hams has gone down. Something to do with Alex Rance. Spot fires everywhere in this match!
4:09pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:09pm | Report comment
Q2 10:00 left | Rich 7.3 45 | WCE 7.3 45
Coast to coast goal from the Tigers – Brad Miller kicks the goal. The Tigers now level
4:02pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:02pm | Report comment
Q2 13:10 left | Rich 6.3 39 | WCE 7.3 45
Ivan Maric takes a great mark on half forward, then releases Trent Cotchin and BOMBS a ripper of a goal from 55m!
Quiet first three minutes from the Tigers, but now they’re right back in the contest.
4:00pm
TheSportsFreak said | 4:00pm | Report comment
Q2 14:14 left | Rich 5.3 33 | WCE 7.3 45
Long ball from Dustin Martin from the midfield – wants Tyrone Vickery! Gets him… Darren Glass a step or two too far back.
Back to back goals for Ty Vickery? Nope… bad kick, off to the right. Just a behind
3:58pm
TheSportsFreak said | 3:58pm | Report comment
Q2 15:49 left | Rich 5.2 32 | WCE 7.3 45
Long kick from Shaun Grigg to a 2-on-2. Nahas wins the footy, handballs to Jackson, onto Vickery – Tyrone Vickery gets a much needed goal for the Tigers!
3:57pm
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Q2 16:10 left | Rich 4.2 26 | WCE 7.3 45
Nic Naitanui with a great chase to spill the footy. Josh Hill again involved, this time gets it onto Scott Selwood. Then kicks to Quinten Lynch. 35m out, dead in front, never in doubt.
And now West Coast are looking extremely dangerous!
3:54pm
TheSportsFreak said | 3:54pm | Report comment
Q2 18:04 left | Rich 4.2 26 | WCE 6.3 39
Josh Hill’s having a decent influence on this match. Been involved in a few scoring chains. Kicks inside 50, Ashton Hams gathers and kicks his second
3:52pm
TheSportsFreak said | 3:52pm | Report comment
Q2 19:59 left| Rich 4.2 26 | WCE 5.3 33
2nd quarter underway.
Substitution made for West Coast already – Mitch Brown with the red vest because of blurred vision. Adam Selwood is into the action.
3:51pm
TheSportsFreak said | 3:51pm | Report comment
QUARTER TIME | Rich 4.2 26 | WCE 5.3 33
Goalscorers
Rich – Dustin Martin 2, Daniel Jackson 1, Ivan Maric 1
WCE – Jack Darling 2, Ashton Hams, Josh Hill 1, Josh Kennedy 1
Player Stats
Trent Cotchin (Rich) 5 kicks, 8 handballs, 7 contested possessions, 3 free kicks
Dustin Martin (Rich) 5 kicks, 5 handballs
Shaun Grigg (Rich) 4 kicks, 5 handballs
Team Stats
Disposals: Rich 99-89; Disposal Efficiency: WCE 71%-66%; Tackles: Rich 25-18; Clearances: Rich 12-7; Inside 50′s: Rich 12-11;
3:45pm
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QUARTER TIME | Rich 4.2 26 | WCE 5.3 33
Richmond started brightly, but the Eagles responded well. Their midfield getting on top halfway through that quarter, but the Tigers hanging around. The Eagles will need to keep the work rate up to pull away.
Stats to follow.
3:44pm
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Q1 0:50 left | Rich 4.2 26 | WCE 5.3 33
Josh Hill looks lively, handballs to Shannon Hurn and kicks inside 50 – Jack Darling is all by his lonesome. Great run from him to get away from his opponent. Leans back and kicks a goal.
3:42pm
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Q1 2:30 left | Rich 4.2 26 | WCE 4.3 27
Trent Cotchin has 11 possessions early on.
Matt Priddis has 6 tackles in the match along with 3 kicks and 3 handballs.
3:38pm
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Q1 5:24 left | Rich 4.2 26 | WCE 4.3 27
Great strength from Quinten Lynch – he was getting a free kick anyway for a hold, but still manages to take a fantastic mark.
His kick from 50m out on a 45 degree angle is pushed across to the right
3:36pm
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Q1 6:31 left | Rich 4.2 26 | WCE 4.2 26
Mitch Brown still in a bit of doubt – blurred vision after the poke in the eye in the early stages of the match.
Tigers really matching it with the Eagles intensity.
We’ve seen the odd spot-fire though. Daniel Jackson’s on his knees with the trainers on the wing. Got a square-up from Beau Waters
Great kick from Waters – finds Josh Kennedy – sneaks it home!
3:34pm
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Q1 8:24 left | Rich 4.2 26 | WCE 3.2 20
Ball in, forward pocket for Richmond.
Won down by Maric… ball comes free. Brad Miller handballs off to Dustin Martin – he’s got two, and the Tigers back in front!
3:33pm
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Q1 9:08 left | Rich 3.2 20 | WCE 3.2 20
Jack Riewoldt steals the footy on the wing. And now Tyrone Vickery has the mark in the forward pocket.
Scott Selwood meanwhile was on his haunches for a little while. Back on his feet. Copped one off the ball.
Vickery’s kick is a behind.
3:31pm
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Q1 9:51 left | Rich 3.1 19 | WCE 3.2 20
Great kick from Nathan Foley – into the forward 50. It was just Daniel Jackson vs. Shannon Hurn. Kicked to Jackson’s advantage.
Then slots home the goal. Nice work Tigers.
3:29pm
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Q1 11:19 left | Rich 2.1 13 | WCE 3.2 20
A bit of luck for Will Schofield in defence – long kick from Brett Deledio almost went past him, but eventually rushes a behind.
Then down the other end, Chris Newman rushes through a behind.
3:28pm
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Q1 12:02 left | Rich 2.0 12 | WCE 3.1 19
The Eagles have woken up now. Great kick from Ash Smith towards a one-on-one with Naitanui the target. Can’t mark, but knocks it down to the advantage of Jack Darling – three goals on the trot for West Coast.
3:26pm
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Q1 13:33 left | Rich 2.0 12 | WCE 2.1 13
Andrew Gaff with a couple of very good plays to help set up Ashton Hams, who wins himself a free kick. Did he duck?!
Doesn’t matter now, because from the boundary he kicks a ripping goal!
3:23pm
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Q1 15:20 left | Rich 2.0 12 | WCE 1.1 7
Nic Naitanui with the ruck hitout from the ball in, knocked away eventually to Josh Hill…. high snap is a goal! Eagles on the board.
3:22pm
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Q1 16:00 left | Rich 2.0 12 | WCE 0.1 1
Daniel Kerr delivers to Nic Naitanui. Handballs off to Luke Shuey. He kicks to the goal square, but it comes off hands for just a behind.
3:20pm
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Q1 17:26 left | Rich 2.0 12 | WCE 0.0 0
The Tigers getting a lot of the football early on – short time ago it was 15-1 disposals.
Steven Morris intercepts the footy, gives off to Dustin Martin – kicks the second!
Meanwhile Mitch Brown (inclusion today) coming off after a poke in the eye.
3:18pm
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Q1 18:48 left | Rich 1.0 6 | WCE 0.0 0
Ivan Maric kicks the opening goal – the mullet’s fame growing by the minute!
3:16pm
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Q1 19:59 left | Rich 0.0 0 | WCE 0.0 0
Richmond’s won the toss, kicking to the Coventry end… not that it really matters with the roof closed.
And we are away at Etihad Stadium. Can the Tigers claim a big scalp today?
No surprises Darren Glass marking Jack Riewoldt
3:08pm
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Should be expecting around 30,000 at Etihad Stadium today. There was about 20,000 a short time ago.
3:04pm
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Should get a free flowing game today. The roof is closed. No need to worry about the sun or shadows at Etihad Stadium. Bounce down is in the next 12 minutes. There’s a chance we might get a shoot out if Jack Riewoldt and Josh Kennedy get up and firing.
2:00pm
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TEAM UPDATE
One late change for West Coast with Eric Mackenzie out of the side. Mitch Brown is brought into the Eagles defensive unit.
The subs today are Matt White (Richmond) & Adam Selwood (West Coast)