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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 26, 1948
Page
7
In a seesaw Nelson Association clash, Rovers lead shifted with firm tackles and sharp marking. Balingup fought back with Rex Bailey and Allsop sneaks, while Jim Lewis and May stood out for Rovers as the teams traded chances in wet conditions.
Aussie Bailey of Balingup claims the 1948 Brady Medal as best and fairest in the Nelson Association. A tight field includes second place tie between Whistle Jones Central and Bill Patterson Boyup Brook. The match features many passes, goals, and defensive plays as Aus Bailey drives Balingup ahead before Rover responses.
A rugged football clash sees Balingup take a slim 1 point lead, then Rovers surge to an 11 point advantage before Balingup recovers. Notable actions include Allsop’s several scoring efforts, Blakeney and Widdup’s raids, and Knajiton’s timely intercepts as the game swings with fast play and hard tackling.
The Rovers led 9 goals 10 points to 7 goals 3 as Timms Hblett Lung Lynam Archer with Wanke Elphick May and backs Offer Allsop Hayes backed by Merritt and Widdup pressed. George Giblett and May added goals while Balingup fought back led by Wieran Ryan though injuries and late pushes left Rovers ahead by 13 points before McLoughlin injured his knee.
Rovers held on to win by 11 points 9 13 to 8 10 as Balungup’s Allsop and Trezise led scoring while Giblett and Hayes sparked Rovers' attack. Nannup trailed Warriors 5 7 to 4 10 in a tense finish with key marks and late pressure from both sides.
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