WANGARATTA saw off a tenacious Wangaratta Rovers to win their derby by 19 points at W.J. Findlay Oval on Sunday.
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The home team was in the contest until the dying moments with star Magpie forward Michael Newton blowing out the margin with a goal after the siren.
While the Hawks missed several chances in the final term, Wangaratta was able to convert which ultimately proved the difference between the sides.
Matt Kelly and Judd Porter thrived in the slippery conditions and were forced to work over-time when Daniel Boyle was sent-off at the 27-minute-mark of the second quarter.
Ben Speight had his moments but appeared to be battling a leg injury late in the match.
Dylan Stone and Sean O’Keeffe were good contributors for Wangaratta Rovers while Michael Clark held Newton to four goals.
Ryan Cobain withdrew from the side due to a knee injury.
