In a closely fought contest at Salisbury North Oval, Salisbury North defeated Golden Grove by 8 points in the Adelaide Footy League match on 5 September 2026.
Final Scores
Salisbury North | 3.3 (21) | 3.4 (22) | 6.6 (42) | 9.9 (63)
Golden Grove | 1.3 (9) | 5.4 (34) | 7.6 (48) | 8.7 (55)
MATCH SUMMARY
The opening quarter saw Salisbury North establish an early lead, scoring 3 goals and 3 behinds to Golden Grove's 1 goal and 3 behinds. The home side's accuracy in front of goal allowed them to take a 12-point lead into the first break, with the scoreboard reading 21 to 9. Salisbury North's ability to convert their chances was evident, while Golden Grove struggled to find their rhythm.
In the second quarter, Golden Grove made a significant comeback, outscoring Salisbury North with 4 goals and 1 behind compared to the home side's solitary behind. This surge saw Golden Grove take the lead for the first time in the match, finishing the half with a 34 to 22 advantage. The visitors' improved performance was highlighted by their ability to control the ball and create scoring opportunities, turning the match into a tightly contested affair.
The third quarter saw Salisbury North respond strongly, scoring 3 goals and 2 behinds to Golden Grove's 2 goals and 2 behinds. This resurgence brought the home side back into contention, with the scores at the end of the third quarter reading 42 to 48 in favour of Golden Grove. Salisbury North's increased intensity and pressure around the ball allowed them to regain some momentum, setting up a thrilling final quarter.
In the last quarter, Salisbury North continued their push, scoring 3 goals and 3 behinds while restricting Golden Grove to just 1 goal and 1 behind. This final effort saw Salisbury North clinch the match with a final score of 63 to 55. The home side's determination and ability to finish strongly proved decisive, allowing them to secure a hard-fought victory in a match that showcased the competitive spirit of both teams.
BEST PLAYERS
Salisbury North: None
Golden Grove: Liam Verity, Cameron Shenton, Aidan Thatcher, Max Kozlik, Jake Pitman
GOAL SCORERS
Salisbury North: Dion Lawlor (2), Jacob Fisher (2), Jordan O’Brien (1), Jake Johansen (1), blake mcphedran (1), Anthony Hellebaut (1), Kane McPhedran (1)
Golden Grove: Cameron Shenton (3), Lachlan Pascoe (3), Max Kozlik (1), Mitchell Payne (1)
PLAYED AT
Salisbury North Oval
By Alexander Clark