North Melbourne's second-half surge secures AFLW minor premiership position

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 18 Oct, 08:02 · Archive

North Melbourne defeated Essendon by 52 points in AFLW, kicking the last seven goals to move closer to the minor premiership.

North Melbourne secured a 52-point victory over Essendon at Windy Hill on Sunday, kicking the last seven goals to demonstrate their strength as reigning premiers. Essendon led by seven points at quarter time and remained competitive at halftime when North Melbourne held a 29-20 lead. The Kangaroos then dominated the second half, scoring eight goals to two to win 12.13 (85) to 5.3 (33).

Ash Riddell was prolific through the midfield with 32 disposals, six clearances and 395 metres gained, while Tahlia Randall kicked three goals from six disposals. Jasmine Garner contributed 27 disposals and two goals, and Eilish Sheerin had 25 disposals and one goal. Vikki Wall and Alice O'Loughlin added two goals apiece. Former No.1 draft pick Kristie-Lee Weston-Turner, who joined North from the Bulldogs, kicked her first goal for her new side.

For Essendon, Madison Prespakis battled with 32 disposals and 463 metres gained, while Bonnie Toogood kicked two goals from 18 possessions and Stephanie Wales was influential in the ruck with 23 hitouts and four clearances. North Melbourne (9-1) will secure the minor premiership if they win their remaining two games against Adelaide and Richmond.

North Melbourne's second-half surge secures AFLW minor premiership position — Image: The West Australian

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Roos flick turbo switch to kill off Bombers' resistanceNorth Melbourne are in the box seat to win the AFLW minor premiership after kicking the last seven goals to see off Essendon's challenge.The West Australian · 18 Oct, 07:47
Roos flick turbo switch to kill off Bombers' resistanceNorth Melbourne are in the box seat to win the AFLW minor premiership after kicking the last seven goals to see off Essendon's challenge.Perth Now · 18 Oct, 07:47

In this story: North Melbourne · Essendon · Ash Riddell · Tahlia Randall · Madison Prespakis · Kristie-Lee Weston-Turner · Windy Hill

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