After conceding four of the opening five goals of the match, the Bushrangers slowly worked their way back into the contest before hitting the lead at the seven-minute-mark of the third quarter.

Mark Marriott. Jacob Koschitzke and Nick Murray were strong in the air while Lachie Ash had a major impact after being moved from half-forward to half-back at quarter-time.

Cameron Wilson also proved pivotal as the Bushrangers kicked six goals to one after half-time.

“I thought we were pretty good after half-time,” coach Leon Higgins said.

“Our pressure picked up and we forced them into bombing the ball a lot more.”

Zane Barzen was the most effective forward on the ground with three goals.

The Bushrangers do battle with Western Jets at Wangaratta on Saturday.