A slow start by the Bloods proved costly.
They fought hard and had their moments throughout the match, but Waaia’s class and depth saw them pull away in the final quarter.
It was also a special occasion for the club, with Caleb Johnson making his senior debut after being presented with his jumper by his pop, Graham Johnson.
Sean Lykissas also made his senior debut as the sub, receiving his jumper from Scott Baldwin. Congratulations to both lads on reaching this well-deserved milestone.
Final score: Tocumwal 8.6 (54) def by Waaia 19.12 (126).
Goals: Brock Close 4, Jack Tyndall 2, Liam Sutton 1, Ricky Gittens 1.
Best: Brock Close, Logan White, Jack Tyndall, Kyle Maher, Tex Flack, Ricky Gittens.
Awards: Jake Hicks, Sean Lykissas, Chace Brunskill.
Reserves
The Bloods put together a strong performance and were right in the contest until late in the game.
They matched Waaia for much of the afternoon and never stopped competing, but the visitors were able to edge away late.
Plenty of positives to take from a spirited team effort.
Final score: Tocumwal 8.4 (52) def by Waaia 12.3 (75).
Goals: Heath Mansell 2, Jeremy Cardillo 2, Glyn Matters 1, Declan Palmer 1, Charlie Locke 1, Luke White 1.
Best: Charlie Locke, Hunter Groutsch, Jeremy Cardillo, Tee Metekingi, Austin Lukies, Jordy Findlay.
Awards: Tee Metekingi, Josh Mosman, Declan Palmer, Heath Mansell.
Thirds
No game as no opposition.
Fourths
Another impressive performance, producing a complete team effort from start to finish.
With everyone playing their role and contributing across the ground, the Bloods controlled the game to record another convincing win.
Final score: Tocumwal 16.7 (103) def Waaia 1.4 (10).
Goals: Archie Matters 4, Lucas Grieves 3, Patrick Taylor 3, Sam Borg 2, Brax Brunskill 1, Taylor Findlay 1, Charlie Wilson 1, Joel Harrison 1.
Best: Brax Brunskill, Ollie East, Lucas Grieves, Sam Borg, Patrick Taylor, Gus Kruizinga.
Awards: Patrick Taylor, Sam Borg, Clancy Gatty, Brax Brunskill, Ashton Griffs.
Fifths
The Bloods played a great team game, doing well to keep the ball in their forward half for most of the match.
Their pressure and teamwork were excellent, and they're continuing to improve every week.
Final score: Not scored.
Awards: Joseph Broad and Charlotte O’Donnell.
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