In a dominant display, West Adelaide overwhelmed Port Adelaide in their SANFL clash at Richmond Oval, securing a resounding victory by 105 points. The match showcased West Adelaide's superior skills and teamwork, leaving Port Adelaide struggling to keep pace throughout the contest.
Final Scores
West Adelaide | 7.6 (48) | 12.10 (82) | 14.13 (97) | 19.14 (128)
Port Adelaide | 2.1 (13) | 2.2 (14) | 2.4 (16) | 3.5 (23)
MATCH SUMMARY
The first quarter set the tone for the match, with West Adelaide racing to a commanding lead. They scored 7 goals and 6 behinds, amassing a total of 48 points. Port Adelaide, on the other hand, struggled to find their rhythm, managing only 2 goals and 1 behind for a total of 13 points. The quarter ended with West Adelaide leading by 35 points, firmly establishing their dominance early on.
In the second quarter, West Adelaide continued their impressive form, adding 5 goals and 4 behinds to their tally, bringing their total to 82 points. Port Adelaide could only manage a solitary behind, resulting in a cumulative score of 14 points. The quarter concluded with West Adelaide extending their lead to 68 points, leaving Port Adelaide in a difficult position as they headed into the half-time break.
The third quarter saw West Adelaide maintain their momentum, scoring 2 goals and 3 behinds, increasing their total to 97 points. Port Adelaide managed to add 2 behinds to their score, bringing their total to 16 points. Despite Port Adelaide's efforts, they were unable to make any significant inroads into West Adelaide's substantial lead, which now stood at 81 points by the end of the quarter.
In the final quarter, West Adelaide put the finishing touches on their emphatic victory, scoring 5 goals and 1 behind to reach a final score of 128 points. Port Adelaide managed to score 1 goal and 1 behind, bringing their total to 23 points. The match concluded with West Adelaide firmly in control, having outplayed their opponents in every aspect of the game.
FINAL WRAP-UP
West Adelaide's performance was nothing short of spectacular, demonstrating their offensive prowess and defensive strength throughout the match. The team’s ability to dominate the contested ball and execute their game plan effectively led to a comprehensive victory. Port Adelaide, while showing glimpses of potential, struggled to match the intensity and skill of their opponents, resulting in a disappointing outing.
The match highlighted the stark contrast between the two sides, with West Adelaide's depth and talent shining through. The victory not only boosts West Adelaide's confidence but also serves as a warning to other teams in the competition about their capabilities.
BEST PLAYERS
West Adelaide: Benjamin Ridgway, Dylan White, Joel Parker, Kobe Ryan, Cade Kennedy
Port Adelaide: Jez McLennan, Brad Thompson, Douglas Cochrane, Zackariah Young, Xavier Walsh
GOAL SCORERS
West Adelaide: Brady Searle (3), Hamish Ellem (3), Joel Parker (2), Thomas Scully (2), Benjamin Ridgway (2), Judd Hansen (2), Mitchell Obst (2), Kobe Ryan (1), Jonty Koehne (1), Dylan White (1)
Port Adelaide: Jake Tarca (1), Heath Growden (1), Fergus Kempe (1)
PLAYED AT
Richmond Oval
By Ethan Parker