{"id":212974,"date":"2026-04-27T17:26:45","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T07:26:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/afl\/?p=212974"},"modified":"2026-04-27T17:26:48","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T07:26:48","slug":"scouting-notes-pios-chargers-claim-close-wins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/afl\/2026\/04\/27\/scouting-notes-pios-chargers-claim-close-wins\/","title":{"rendered":"Scouting Notes: Pios, Chargers claim close wins"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>AFTER a series of one-sided results on Saturday, the Bendigo Pioneers and Oakleigh Chargers ensured Sunday would be a different story with respective close wins. The Pioneers led for just seven minutes in their eight-point victory over the Northern Territory, while the Chargers held off Dandenong&#8217;s late flurry thanks a late <strong>Hunter Easton<\/strong> goal to separate the sides. We took note of the top prospects and performers from both games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class=\"t7_match_result match-result-comparison rmc-block is-match-preview\">\n<div class='match-result_legend'><ul><li>Team<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class='match-result_team'><ul><li class='column-head'><h5 class='heading title h5'>Bendigo Pioneers<\/h5><img src='https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Bendigo_Pioneers_logo-150x150.png' \/><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class='match-result_team'><ul><li class='column-head'><h5 class='heading title h5'>Northern Territory Academy<\/h5><img src='https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/nt-thunder-150x150.jpg' \/><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p><strong>BENDIGO PIONEERS:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#3 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"183796\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/eamon-austin\/\" target=\"_blank\">Eamon Austin<\/a><br><strong>Midfielder\/Forward | 171cm | 14\/09\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>32 disposals, 5 marks, 5 inside 50s, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Austin was among the key players in Bendigo\u2019s late push towards victory, slotting the goal which put his side ahead for the first time in the match \u2013 14 minutes into term four. The diminutive prospect started on-ball but naturally got involved in plenty of link-up play, showcasing quick and clean hands as the Pioneers moved into attack. His agility was useful when stepping through traffic and he held marks well overhead en route to a game-high 32 disposals. Austin\u2019s clever running was a feature throughout the day as he showed out with extended midfield minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#4 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"195020\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/cruz-osullivan\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cruz O&#8217;Sullivan<\/a><br><strong>Wing\/Midfielder | 183cm | 04\/12\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>24 disposals, 5 tackles, 9 inside 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>O\u2019Sullivan was a constant driving force for the Pioneers, situated mostly out on the wing. He proved capable of winning the loose ball and slipping tackles to break forward, but also held his width nicely to receive and launch the ball long. O\u2019Sullivan showed his competitiveness with strong tackles and that kind of play earned him a run on-ball, where he continued to find ways to escape the clutches of opponents before looking forward. His core strength and evasiveness were impressive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#7 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"80960\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/max-thompson\/\" target=\"_blank\">Max Thompson<\/a><br><strong>Midfielder\/Forward | 174cm | 06\/03\/2009<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>30 disposals, 11 marks, 6 inside 50s, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No stranger to racking up possessions, Thompson did so alongside Austin and was a genuine match-winning influence. His reaching overhead mark and set shot goal sealed the result late on, having been prominent during a late move inside forward 50. Otherwise, the bottom-ager was his playmaking self through midfield and leant on his running power to dictate play. Thompson consistently found space and was an option on the overlap, sometimes blazing away with long kicks but operating at speed nonetheless. His penetrative boot cut through the wind as nearly every Bendigo attack seemed to pass through his hands during another prolific outing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#14 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"190371\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/riley-travaglia\/\" target=\"_blank\">Riley Travaglia<\/a><br><strong>Forward\/Wing | 181cm | 21\/03\/2009<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>19 disposals, 5 marks, 5 tackles, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Travaglia\u2019s one-touch handling has been a highlight of his season to date, and that continued to be the case on Sunday. The bottom-age utility started forward where he worked up the ground and exhibited strong overhead marking ability in one-on-one contests. He also produced a slick steal for his lone goal in the second quarter. Travaglia\u2019s connective quality saw him moved up to the wing and he brought the heat with some terrific tackle efforts, as well as a clutch loose ball win and kick inside 50 to assist Thompson\u2019s sealer. He hardly puts a foot wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#35 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"183799\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/jack-bell-2\/\" target=\"_blank\">Jack Bell<\/a><br><strong>Tall Forward\/Defender | 188cm | 15\/04\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>12 disposals, 3 marks, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of Bendigo\u2019s recent Vic Country trialists, Bell started up forward before reverting to his usual role down back. At 188cm, he played slightly taller as a mobile marking target, but displayed great speed and mobility with ball in hand. He presented nicely up to half-forward and consistently gained separation from his opponent, before shutting down well as a defender after half time. Bell\u2019s sole goal came from a ridiculously good snap finish from the wrong side boundary in term two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"655\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sonny-Smiler-NT-2025-AFL-U16s-1024x655.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-195615\" srcset=\"https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sonny-Smiler-NT-2025-AFL-U16s-1024x655.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sonny-Smiler-NT-2025-AFL-U16s-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sonny-Smiler-NT-2025-AFL-U16s-768x491.jpg 768w, https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sonny-Smiler-NT-2025-AFL-U16s-1536x982.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sonny-Smiler-NT-2025-AFL-U16s-2048x1310.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sonny-Smiler-NT-2025-AFL-U16s-128x82.jpg 128w, https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sonny-Smiler-NT-2025-AFL-U16s-32x20.jpg 32w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sonny Smiler gets a snap away | Image Credit: Rookie Me Central<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>NORTHERN TERRITORY ACADEMY:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#6 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"188986\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/sonny-smiler\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sonny Smiler<\/a> <strong>(Wanderers)<\/strong><br><strong>Midfielder\/Forward | 176cm | 20\/10\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>16 disposals, 4 marks, 4 tackles, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Smiler once again produced moments of class and quality as the Northern Territory shifted into attack. He had a knack for drifting into space forward of the ball but was just as nifty in tight spots, showcasing great evasive technique to step around would-be tacklers. The agile small also got his trusty left foot going and proved clinical with a snap goal in the third term, while assisting a couple throughout the day. He spent plenty of time in midfield with a forward rotation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#7 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"188980\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/nathaniel-lampton\/\" target=\"_blank\">Nathaniel Lampton<\/a> <strong>(Pioneer\/Palmerston)<\/strong><br><strong>Defender\/Midfielder | 177cm | 04\/11\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>18 disposals, 3 inside 50s, 2 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lampton gave flow to the Northern Territory&#8217;s play, linking up down the field and providing plenty of outside run. He spent most of the day in defence where he nabbed some of the kick-in duties off Barnard and looked to move the ball quickly. Lampton&#8217;s side-step was a weapon which opened up space for him to drive into, making his transition running all the more effective. Once again, despite his relatively light frame, he also showed a willingness to crack in and compete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#9 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"188981\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/ben-barnard\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ben Barnard<\/a><strong> (Southern Districts\/Sturt)<\/strong><br><strong>Defender | 182cm | 26\/03\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>25 disposals, 2 marks, 9 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Northern Territory\u2019s chief distributor out of defence, Barnard was faced with difficult conditions but got his kicking game going nonetheless. On top of his kick-in duties, he advanced further up the field to control the play or help launch into attack, showcasing great kicking power to cut through the wind. While he sometimes ran into trouble, Barnard wanted the ball in his hands at all costs and was trusted by his teammates to find a path out of defence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#17 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"136061\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/taj-murray\/\" target=\"_blank\">Taj Murray<\/a> <strong>(Nightcliff\/North Adelaide)<\/strong><br><strong>Key Forward\/Ruck | 201cm | 05\/02\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>12 disposals, 3 marks, 10 hitouts, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was an \u2018almost\u2019 kind of day for Murray, whose athleticism caught the eye up forward. He presented well on the lead and consistently set himself for strong attempts at the aerial ball, either gaining separation in the front or using his leap to impact from the back. Despite a couple of terrific overhead marks, he dropped a few more gettable chances on his chest and could have had much more scoreboard impact. The over-ager&#8217;s one goal came from a classy snap in the opening term &#8211; a technique he often backed himself to execute. Murray also showed a willingness to tackle and compete when his number was called, while chopping out for <strong>Isaac Herold <\/strong>in the ruck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BENDIGO PIONEERS 0.4 | 2.6 | 3.10 | 6.15 (51)<\/strong><br><strong>NORTHERN TERRITORY 2.4 | 2.9 | 4.12 | 5.13 (43)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GOALS:<\/strong><br><strong>Bendigo Pioneers:<\/strong> E. Austin, J. Bell, J. Blundy, B. Buhagiar, M. Thompson, R. Travaglia<br><strong>Northern Territory:<\/strong> S. Baker, N. Bourke-Miler, T. Murray, T. Sartori, S. Smiler<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BEST:<\/strong><br><strong>Bendigo Pioneers:<\/strong> C. Poyser, E. Austin, B. Anderson, C. O&#8217;Sullivan, R. Travaglia, M. Thompson<br><strong>Northern Territory:<\/strong> N. Lampton, S. Baker, J. Boulton, N. Bourke-Miler, J. Hewett, S. Smiler<\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class=\"t7_match_result match-result-comparison rmc-block is-match-preview\">\n<div class='match-result_legend'><ul><li>Team<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class='match-result_team'><ul><li class='column-head'><h5 class='heading title h5'>Dandenong Stingrays<\/h5><img src='https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/dandenong-150x150.jpg' \/><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class='match-result_team'><ul><li class='column-head'><h5 class='heading title h5'>Oakleigh Chargers<\/h5><img src='https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/oakleigh-150x150.jpg' \/><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p><strong>DANDENONG STINGRAYS:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#3 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"164980\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/gus-kennedy\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gus Kennedy<\/a><br><strong>Defender\/Midfielder | 186cm | 21\/02\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>26 disposals, 4 tackles, 5 clearances<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kennedy did all he could to drag Dandenong over the line, especially with a move to midfield in the final term. He was concussed in the closing stages after a dumping tackle, but was otherwise able to break through congestion with his patented explosive speed. Kennedy\u2019s dash and dare on the rebound were features of his play down back, looking to take ground with daring forays. He typically made his opponents earn each touch and was powerful in the air, with kicking on the run perhaps his only continual area for improvement &#8211; despite getting good purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#6 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"165018\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/mitch-toner\/\" target=\"_blank\">Mitch Toner<\/a><br><strong>Forward | 186cm | 16\/01\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>24 disposals, 5 marks, 6 inside 50s, 2 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another powerhouse in Dandenong\u2019s ranks, Toner was often the final link in the chain heading inside 50. He worked up the ground to provide that connection piece, collecting the ball and backing his explosive speed to hurt Oakleigh on the way back to goal. Toner showed improved composure and decision making to put teammates into positions to score, while also slotting two of his own goals. Plenty of attacks went through his hands, so it\u2019s a good thing they were clean and assured.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#11 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"183982\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/jackson-phillips-2\/\" target=\"_blank\">Jackson Phillips<\/a><br><strong>Midfielder | 182cm | 30\/01\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>22 disposals, 6 marks, 9 tackles, 2 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Phillips continues to rise the ranks after another classy outing in midfield. He weathered the storm at stoppage by standing in tackles and keeping his cool to dish out to teammates, handling the ball cleanly. On the outside was where he truly shone, though, gliding across the turf in smooth fashion and using both feet to find targets ahead of the ball. Both of Phillips\u2019 goals were of the highest calibre; first bombing home from outside 50 on the run, and then slotting one from the boundary in term four. He constantly posed a threat on the way forward and made Oakleigh pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#22 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"189376\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/clancy-stuart\/\" target=\"_blank\">Clancy Stuart<\/a><br><strong>Midfielder\/Forward | 186cm | 17\/03\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>21 disposals, 4 clearances, 3 goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There were shades of <strong>Harvey Langford<\/strong> in how Stuart went deep forward in the final quarter and kicked three goals to very nearly win the match off his own boot. He was difficult to tie down in one-on-one contests, finding a way to either bring the ball to ground or draw a free kick. He finished well on the snap and levelled the scores with a set shot, albeit to no avail in the loss. As a midfielder, Stuart stood out with his power step and ability to slip out of tackles, using his size to advantage. His kicking was also effective when punching the ball inside 50, adding finesse to his brawn. He was dominant in the second and fourth terms, which were also Dandenong&#8217;s best periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#45 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"210097\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/cooper-white\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cooper White<\/a><br><strong>Tall Defender | 192cm | 05\/11\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>18 disposals, 7 marks, 5 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sporting head tape for much of the day, White stood out for that and his ability to take intercept marks. The tall defender started out with a couple of diving efforts in the first half, but soon got into gear aerially by attacking the ball like a forward would. He tended to stick his grabs at full stretch overhead, proving a dependable figure inside the defensive 50. White also used the ball quite efficiently which compounded his reliability, moving it on with minimal fuss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/DS-Gus-Kennedy-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-211843\" srcset=\"https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/DS-Gus-Kennedy-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/DS-Gus-Kennedy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/DS-Gus-Kennedy-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/DS-Gus-Kennedy-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/DS-Gus-Kennedy-128x85.jpg 128w, https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/DS-Gus-Kennedy-32x21.jpg 32w, https:\/\/central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/DS-Gus-Kennedy.jpg 1944w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gus Kennedy shapes to kick | Image Credit: Rookie Me Central<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>OAKLEIGH CHARGERS:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#8 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"182464\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/charlie-harper\/\" target=\"_blank\">Charlie Harper<\/a> <strong>(Giants Academy)<\/strong><br><strong>Tall Defender | 191cm | 23\/01\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>15 disposals, 2 marks, 2 tackles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Harper was given the unenviable task of matching up on Stuart during the final term, but did everything he could to at least halve each contest. He also spent time on Toner and ensured most of his possessions occurred outside forward 50, although perhaps gave a little bit of leeway. Harper otherwise was quite composed with ball in hand, happy to get up the ground and support Oakleigh\u2019s transitional play. He was a key figure and cool head across the last line with several one-percenters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#14 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"184720\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/elijah-smith\/\" target=\"_blank\">Elijah Smith<\/a><br><strong>Defender | 187cm | 10\/08\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>22 disposals, 8 marks, 4 tackles, 4 rebound 50s<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of Oakleigh&#8217;s most important figures played down back, and Smith was no exception to that. The top-ager stood out with his physicality, able to hold his own in aerial contests and apply punishing tackles at ground level. He even rolled Dandenong&#8217;s would-be tackles off his back. Smith chimed in with several intercepts and used the ball nicely on the rebound, proving a versatile and well-rounded type as the Chargers were made to defend for their lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#19 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"184708\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/noah-bibile\/\" target=\"_blank\">Noah Bibile<\/a><br><strong>Midfielder | 181cm | 30\/03\/2008<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>21 disposals, 11 tackles, 6 clearances, 1 goal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bibile provided a hard edge in midfield, not only winning his own ball but also laying a team-high 11 tackles. His physical strength was evident as he wrapped up opponents and locked the ball in to force repeat stoppages, which is where he tended to thrive. Bibile has also shown a knack for hitting the scoreboard in recent weeks and popped up with a handy set shot goal in the final quarter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#44 <\/strong><a data-type=\"player\" data-id=\"192371\" class=\"_dc_spo\" href=\"\/afl\/player\/archie-dollman\/\" target=\"_blank\">Archie Dollman<\/a><br><strong>Midfielder | 184cm | 21\/02\/2007<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stats: <\/strong>31 disposals, 8 tackles, 6 clearances<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dollman was the standout for Oakleigh, proving his side\u2019s most decisive and reliable midfielder. He led all comers with 31 disposals but also impressed with his defensive acts. The over-ager made willing tackle efforts at stoppage and showed strength to stand up under Dandenong\u2019s pressure. His clean hands and sharp lateral movement made him difficult to contain in stoppage situations, often breaking to the outside untouched. Dollman was also effective when afforded time and space, but did much of his best work releasing by hand as he peeled away from congestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>DANDENONG STINGRAYS 1.2 | 6.4 | 6.6 | 11.7 (73)<\/strong><br><strong>OAKLEIGH CHARGERS 1.3 | 6.4 | 9.6 | 12.7 (79)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GOALS:<\/strong><br><strong>Dandenong Stingrays:<\/strong> C. Stuart 3, J. Emerson 2, J. Phillips 2, M. Toner 2, Z. Keene, H. Squire<br><strong>Oakleigh Chargers:<\/strong> H. Easton 2, N. Bibile, R. Brown, M. Clark, R. Cuberes, A. Dewar, N. Hanegraaf, R. Hilton, W. Hynes, J. Kennedy, M. McCardle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BEST:<\/strong><br><strong>Dandenong Stingrays:<\/strong> G. Kennedy, C. Stuart, O. Clark, C. White, B. Gibson, J. Emerson<br><strong>Oakleigh Chargers:<\/strong> C. Anastasopoulos, R. Hilton, A. Dollman, N. Bibile, H. Easton, N. 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