Young Tigers impress in VFL lossJohn Lindon
April 19, 2014 5:21 PMRichmond’s VFL side struggled to utilise the breeze against Williamstown, going down to the in-form side by 70 points at Burbank Oval on Saturday afternoon.
The Tigers fielded 16 AFL-listed players and fought well but couldn’t convert their hard work into scoreboard pressure, and were well held by a classy Williamstown team.
Anthony Miles’ impressive form saw him tagged for the majority of the game but the ex-Giant lifted again. Despite the close attention, he was constantly first to ball and collected a team-high 31 disposals and six clearances.
Jake Batchelor was a loose man in down back for the Tigers, but moved up the ground and constantly provided inside-50 entries. He worked tirelessly in the backline spoiling well and finished with 30 possessions in what was his best game of 2014.
Ben Lennon (28 possession) also delivered his best performance for the Tigers floating across the half-back line. He presented well, moved the ball on quickly and took 16 marks.
Matt McDonough collected 20 touches and was a standout with his run and carry.
Brad Helbig had five rebound 50s.
Liam McBean, who finished with three goals, regularly led up the ground to ensure he had an influence.
WILLIAMSTOWN 6.4 8.8 14.13 19.15
RICHMOND 2.1 3.4 6.5 8.11
Goals: McBean 3, Elton, Vickery, King, McIntosh, McCartney
Best: Miles, Lennon, Batchelor, McDonough, Young, McBean
Injuries:
Foley – calf tightness, Barlow – Hamstring soreness
Full article at: http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2014-04-19/young-tigers-impress-in-vfl-loss