Tight at the top

THE Warrnambool District League ladder remains tight at the top, with three sides tied on seven wins.

By Staff Writer

Merrivale holds top spot after eight rounds, just percentage above Allansford and the third-placed Russells Creek while Nirranda and Old Collegians round out the top five.

With Hampden League taking a bye round this weekend, all eyes will be on Mack Oval tomorrow when Russells Creek hosts Allansford, with both clubs eager to secure second spot.

Merrivale, who will be at home to the winless South Rovers and looking to consolidate, are fresh off a solid 113-point thumping of the Timboon Demons last weekend.

The Tigers kicked an impressive 20.15.135 to the Demons’ 3.4.22 with Nathan Krepp and Harry Ryan both accurate in front of goals, bagging five majors each for the day.

They were well supported on the scoreboard by team-mates Jye Wilson with three and Riley McConnell with two.

Among the best for the Tigers were Harry Ryan, Jack Gleeson, Jalen Porter, Wilson Lenehan, Oliver Doukas and Riley McConnell.

Other round nine matches this weekend will see Dennington host Kolora-Noorat, Nirranda at home to Panmure, Old Collegians and Timboon will play at Davidson Oval and Russells Creek and Allansford will meet at Mack Oval.