NTFA division one: Lilydale, East Coast win big games

The Demons bounced back from last weekend's loss, defeating Old Launcestonians 12.10 (82) to 4.5 (29).

The reigning premiers held the Blues scoreless in the first before keeping them at an arms' length for the remaining three.

Billy Tuckerman reaped the rewards with four as Ruben Rothwell, James Storay and best-on-ground Thane Bardenhagen all kicked two.

Michael Murfet and Brady Demeijer were strong for the visitors as Tom Chugg, Mark Edwards, Richard Howe and Will Searle kicked goals.

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East Coast made sure Old Scotch didn't claim consecutive big scalps, defeating the Thistles 12.6 (78) to 7.8 (50).

Dual four-goal quarters saw the Swans claw back a quarter-time deficit, with Shaun Cannon (three), Will Stoltenberg and Chae Evans (both two) finding the sticks.

Recruits Toby Omenihu and Evans were the home side's strongest, while ex-Victorian debutant Brinley Duggan was Scotch's best as Jackson Young and Stephen Blizzard kicked two.

A seven-goal third term saw top-five side St Pats defeat Perth 19.12 (126) to 4.9 (33).

As six players snagged multiple goals, it was Jake King (six), David Morgan and best-on-ground Patrick Rodman (three) who led the way in Josh Bellchambers' 150th.

Liam Brown and Bellchambers were also strong as Jakob Williams, Jake Smith and Jake Cairns (two goals) were efficient for Perth.

Evandale managed its first win under coach Sam Bouwman, defeating UTAS 14.7 (91) to 3.9 (27).

Lachie Groves' return proved fruitful with four goals as Brad Lockett's senior Eagles debut and Bouwman's maiden win brought three apiece with Adam Lewis their best.

John Morgan, Brodie Tiernan and UTAS' best Liam Guardia kicked goals as the Lions had two goalless terms.

Bridport returned to the winners' list with a 11.11 (77) to 6.9 (45) win over Meander Valley.

Scott Fenton was the difference with five majors as Taylor Stone was named best, while Richie Hazlewood (three goals) and Kane Brugeaud fought their hardest to keep Meander in it.

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