McEwan, who was one of the premier big-men in the Tallangatta and District league last season, previously played for Northcote Park.

It remains unclear whether he will stay with Yackandandah or try his hand in the Ovens and Murray.

Luke Daly played well in attack for Albury as it broke the match open in the third quarter while Daniel Cross picked up plenty of touches in the midfield.

Alex Jones, Chris Hyde, Alex Goodall and Joel Mackie were also busy.

Heidelberg trailed by six points at half-time and hit the lead momentarily in the third quarter before the Tigers regrouped and careered away.

Albury were missing plenty of firepower with Elliott Powell, James Grills, Josh Mellington, Brayden O’Hara and Sam Schulz among a long list of stars missing.