By CONNOR PAIN - Division 1 Reserves
A SIX-goal third quarter has helped Sunshine cruise to a 53-point win over Werribee Districts.
The Kangaroos were the stronger side all day, as the Districts looked under matched against the relentless pressure of Sunshine.
A combination of forward pressure by the home side and mistakes by the visitors saw the Roos jump out to a 22-point lead at the first break.
The Districts hit back in the second term, kicking two goals to bridge the gap.
Despite this, neither side could take control of the game as most of the quarter was played in the middle third of the ground.
The third quarter saw the Kangaroos take over, constantly beating the Districts to the ball and not allowing them to get the ball out of its back half without pressure.
The final term continued on from the third, as Sunshine had six scoring shots to four, to run out 13.11. (89) to 5.6. (36) victors.
The win sees the Roos sit in third place on the ladder, just behind the Districts on percentage.
Sunshine has the week off with the bye, while Werribee will host Albion.
After a tight first quarter, Hoppers Crossing managed to get on top of Spotswood on Saturday.
Hoppers kept their opposition to just two goals for the match, while they managed to pile 11 goals on the scoreboard, in what was a relentless attack.
The 66-point win puts the Warriors into a good position on the ladder, as they are 262 percentage points and four competition points ahead of the Districts, who are in second position.
Round 4 sees Hoppers Crossing take on Altona and Spotswood travelling to Deer Park.
Meanwhile, Altona earnt its first win of the season in a 27-point victory over St. Albans.
A four-goal last quarter helped the home side keep the Saints at bay.
Adam Magnabosco led the way for the Vikings with three goals, as James Mead, Bill El Souki and Jye Comeadow also all added two goals each.
St. Albans will look to bounce back against struggling Wyndhamvale in its next match.
Deer Park also managed to jump into the top four after its 6.11. (47) to 5.6. (36) win over Albion.
The game was close all day, as neither side could take full control of the match.
The Lions were able to hold on, despite only scoring four behinds in the final term, to win by 11-points.
Caption: Albion and Deer Park went head-to-head in Round 3 Division 1 Reserves action. Picture: CODY BENCH
Last Modified on 26/04/2016 15:13