Wodonga Raiders' coach Jarrod Hodgkin told forward Connor Newnham he wasn't to blame for Sunday's thrilling sudden death final loss to Myrtleford.
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Last year's Victoria Country under 19 representative had a chance to grab the lead for the first time since the 12-minute mark of the second term with just over two minutes left, but sprayed the 45m shot out on the full.
"I spoke to Connor after the game, he should be bloody proud of himself, the way he competes is fantastic," Hodgkin said.
"He's still fantastic for us, he can hold his head high."
Newnham and Ethan Boxall kicked two goals apiece, while Lachie Dale nailed three for the Saints, with Ryley Sharp, Brody Riccardi and Tom Ellard booting two goals each.
Saints' co-captain Matt Dussin was best on ground, Will Quirk took a handful of crucial marks in defence, while Daniel Roche was terrific.
Daniel Bowles and Dylan Clarke were Raiders' best.
