Match Summary
From the coach: The team was equal to the task for the first quarter, but with 16 players against 16 and no bench, the Nomads were at a significant disadvantage.
A special mention goes to the first-gamers who helped ensure the team could take the field: Lachie Haycock, John Irving-Frost and Matt Collins (57).
Despite the result, there were important lessons taken from the weekend. Donovan Hansell stepped into a mobile ruck role, Simon Li continued to work tirelessly, and Toby Colless impressed after transitioning from soccer to AFL.
Oskar Brookshaw continues to develop as a defender, while John Irving-Frost remains a natural backline player at heart. The 57-year-old debutant showed that he was there to compete, not just make up the numbers.
While it was a tough watch for the coach, the group learned more from this loss than many wins.
In the women’s game, the team unfortunately had to forfeit.
Awards
- Players’ Player: Donovan Hansell
- Coach’s Award: Toby Colless
- President’s Award: Simon Li
- Meehan’s Award: Donovan Hansell
- Captain’s Award: Cotter Litchfield