Blustery Windsor Park conditions meant it wasn't one-way traffic, but Launceston continued their undefeated 2019 with a 12.17 (89) to 1.2 (8) win over Tigers.
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A multiple-goal breeze kept the flag favourites quieter than their lofty standards early, establishing a 13-point lead at the first break but the floodgates were opened as the ends switched, with the Blues piling on five majors.
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Tigers kept Launceston to only two majors in the third term in club stalwart Cara Brooke's 50th outing, showing grit as the fifth-placed team looked stronger than a side that's won two games.
Coming home with the wind, the Blues showed why they are the competition's benchmark as Abbey Green piled on four goals for the game and North Melbourne's Chloe Haines chipped in with three.
Launceston host Clarence next week to continue their ground-breaking season as the young Tigers outfit face North Launceston at Twin Ovals.
Full scores
Launceston 12.17 (89) d Tigers 1.2 (8)
L'ton goals: Green 4, C.Haines 3, Bannister 2, K.Hill 1, Dickson 1, L.Haines 1
Tigers goals: Baldwin
L'ton best: K.Hill, Thuringer, Dickson, L.Haines, C.Haines, Bannister
Tigers best: Clifford, Neal, Brereton, Brooke, Odwogo, Baldwin
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As a sports-mad fan who loves to remain challenged, sports journalism always seemed the path for me and it's allowed me to do things I never thought possible. A keen racquet sports player, I'm experienced in that field, allowing me to do my job at a strong standard.
