Match report: Hawks slog their way past gutsy Demons
June 4, 2016 4:14 PM
HAWTHORN has held on against a brave Melbourne, with the reigning premiers drawing on their experience to win a wet weather tug of war by 18 points at the MCG on Saturday.
The Hawks were challenged for three quarters and trailed for long periods, but for the fourth time this season found a way to win in tight circumstances, prevailing 11.16 (82) to 10.4 (64).
Young forward Tim O'Brien and debutant Kade Stewart each kicked goals in the crucial last quarter, with the Hawks kicking away to win their eighth game of the season and embedding themselves in the top four race.
It was the reigning premiers' 13th consecutive win against the Demons, dating back to 2006 when Neale Daniher was Melbourne's coach.
Hawthorn's forwards were ultimately the difference, with Paul Puopolo kicking the fourth-quarter goal that broke the Demons' backs, and classy tall Jack Gunston kicking a game-high three goals in his 100th game for the Hawks.
Defender Josh Gibson was also a class above in defence, starring in his 200th game to finish with 18 possessions and five rebound 50s.
Weiterlesen ...The midfield battles were enthralling, with Sam Mitchell (27 possessions and eight inside 50s) standing up in the wet and Isaac Smith (29 and nine) providing rare run.
Quelle: Hawthorn Vs Melbourne - Match Centre - AFL.com.au
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