St Kilda Triumphs Over Essendon in Crucial AFLW Clash
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 07:30
St Kilda Saints Excel in AFLW Match
St Kilda have capitalised on two crucial 50m penalties to beat Essendon in a scrappy clash and maintain their perfect AFLW start. The Saints are top after Sunday's 3.5 (23) to 2.3 (15) win at Windy Hill, marking their first regular-season AFL or AFLW win at Windy Hill since 1978.
Game Highlights
- Darcy Guttridge's critical goal in the third term followed a 50m penalty.
- Essendon coach Natalie Wood expressed frustration over the penalties that disrupted their gameplay.
- Saints showed great resilience, out-tackling Essendon 91-69.
Future Challenges Ahead for Saints
St Kilda's victory is significant, but coach Nick Dal Santo acknowledged the need for improvement. With J'Noemi Anderson sidelined due to injury, the Saints must refine their strategies moving forward.
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