Yarrawonga reignited its slim finals hopes and damaged Wodonga Raiders' plans with a nine-point upset.
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The Pigeons blasted the visitors in the first quarter to open a 27-point break, but survived a five-goal second term burst to post a 16.12 (108) to 14.15 (99) win.
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"It was more that our young group withstood the pressure of a tight game, that's the most important part," coach Damian Sexton said.
Will Gorman continued his superb season after joining from Murray League outfit Barooga, kicking five goals. while Ronan Pritchard nabbed three.
Representative midfielder Harry Wheeler was busy, while Mark Whiley maintained his strong form after an injury-interrupted stint in the early rounds.
Ethan Boxall and Brodie Filo booted three majors each to feature in the best with captain Brad St John.
Raiders are now out of the top five, replaced by Wangaratta Rovers, while Yarrawonga is still two games out.
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