Sunday 17th May
Casey Fields at 2.00pm
The Box Hill Hawks after successive defeats against Werribee and Collingwood look to break the drought away from home this weekend against Casey Scorpions.
Sitting just above Box Hill on percentage, Casey after a bye in Round 5 come into the contest with fresh legs and self-belief after impressively beating Coburg Tigers by 42 points in Round 4.
Contributions shared evenly through Casey’s performances, the Hawks will have their hands full with Vice-Captain Alex Silvagni, Shane Valenti and forward Michael Newton who comes off a five goal haul.
Box Hill after comprehensively beaten by Collingwood at Visy Park comes into the contest with a clear mind and enthusiasm as both sides find themselves in similar positions.
Last season saw Box Hill Hawks winless at Round 6. Victory prevailed in Round 10 as the Hawks toppled Werribee Tigers by 8 points. Achievements already show the Hawks ahead of their form last season a credit to the side.
Last time these two sides played Box Hill in Round 16 2008 won by 33 points at Box Hill City Oval.
Head to Head:
Played 46: Box Hill Hawks 20, Casey Scorpions 26
Last Time:
Box Hill Hawks: 1.0 / 4.4 / 11.6 / 14.10 (94)
Casey Scorpions: 3.4 / 5.10 / 7.12 / 8.13 (61)
Goals: Dawson 3, Morton 3, Neville 2, Young 2, Kenna, Thorp, Pedersen, Smithwick
Best: Tuck, Markovic, Kenna, McQueen-Miscamble, Thorp, Renouf
Players To Watch:
Luke Breust: Talented young forward (3 goals against Collingwood)
Development Team:
This Sunday 17th May sees Box Hill’s Development Team travel down to Casey Fields eager to correct last weekend’s loss against Werribee.
Last time these two sides met Box Hill won by 97 points at Box Hill Oval. Chris Hoegel (7 goals) led the way for the Hawks as Casey had no answers.
Supporters are all welcome to cheer on the team before the Seniors get underway.
