Wow.
That was one boring game. Except for the frantic, desperate finish.
I guess a tight game was to be expected between two top 8 teams, who both put on a high level of pressure. Unfortunately it made for a low-scoring, static and at times downright dull game. And although we secured a 22 point lead half way into the last, it was the type of game where each team dominated in periods, so it was no surprise when Fremantle surged late.
What was surprising was the appalling, ridiculous, incredible, generally insane decision to penalise us for deliberate out of bounds. I believe it was Rosa who essentially spoiled the ball in the direction of the line, but in close proximity to a couple of players. How can it be deliberate when he did not even have control of the ball?
Anyway, on reflection I'm happy it happened. It allowed us, and the many haters out there, to bask in the glory of Ballantyne's stupidity. His celebration was both bizzare and hilarious. His shot clearly didn't make the distance, and yet he had already completed his lap of honour before this reality hit him. The expression upon his annoying little face, as the infintessimal piece of cheese in his head which acts a sort of brain substititute (97% intelligence free) registered this, was priceless.
Truly a great moment in the history of mankind.
So we got the win. Just. But it was critical. We did make some horrendous mistakes though. Three 50s resulting in 3 goals. Yes, the game was stymied by over-officiating, but the 50s were mainly avoidable.
Our kicking was also atrocious. JJK was a major culprit here.
Overall though, I'm fairly satisfied. It's clear we miss Kerr (and the attention he generates) but we fought hard and did enough to claim the 4 points.
Top 4 still looks a good possibility, but we face a tricky game against the Dogs on Saturday. It's our last game against the thug, so I hope we crush them...(again)
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