Sport
20 June, 2025
Saints claim second win of the season
Carngham Linton Saints Reserves secured their second win of the season, defeating Daylesford Bulldogs in a tight contest at Linton Recreation Reserve in round nine of the Central Highlands Football League.
The Bulldogs had the Saints on the ropes early but were unable to capitalise on their forward fifty entries, with the Saints defence standing tall through.
The Saints were able to move the ball forward and when forward, capitalised on their opportunities, kicking three goals to lead by 18 points at quarter-time.
It was much the same in the second half with the Bulldogs having their chances but being unable to capitalise as the Saints kicked another three goals to lead by 34 points at half-time.
The Bulldogs fought back in the third quarter as they kept the lead at 34 points at the last break.
The Bulldogs came hard in the fourth quarter, kicking three goals to one, but the Saints lead was too big, winning 7.8.50 to 4.7.31.
Michael Barnett and Damon Kierce led the way for the Saints on the scoreboard with two goals apiece. Ky Berry, Braydie Chalmers and Reece Shaw also hit the scoreboard with one goal each.
Dean Henderson was best on the ground with Michael Richardson, Michael Barnett, Jayson Porter, Thomas Sarah and Jacob Hart all among the best players for the Saints.
