Brisbane vs West Coast Review – 2011 AFL Season – Round 23

In slippery conditions at the Gabba, West Coast went in hoping to seal a top 4 position and first Qualifying clash against Collingwood at the MCG in 2 weeks time.

Brisbane weren't about to let West Coast get there easily, dominating the opening passages of the game and kicking the first 2 goals. However, West Coast were able to reply with 4 of the next 5 goals to go into the first change ahead by 4 points.

Brisbane were able to wrestle back control in the second quarter kicking 3 goals and keeping West Coast goalless.

They continued where they left off in the 3rd quarter, kicking the first 2 goals to take them out to a 29 point lead.midway through. West Coast were able to steady the ship with the next 3 goals including a freakish buzzer beating snap goal by Ashton Hams from the pocket to wittle the margin down to only 2 points in Brisbane's favour.

West Coast hit the front after Quinten Lynch kicked the opening goal of the last quarter, but a quick reply from Sam Sheldon saw the margin back in Brisbane's favour. 3 consecutive goals to the Eagles followed and looked to have the game under control, but Aaron Cornelius goal against the run of play gave some hope to the home team. However, West Coast held their composure and were able to finish the job, winners by 8 points.

My Eagles Votes

5 – Chris Masten – kicked 3 valuable goals and worked hard throughout the game in both directions, in particular shining in the second half – 31 disposals, 16 contested possessions, 7 tackles, 3 goals 1 behind.

4 – Luke Shuey – once again very effective around the stoppages, he was the cleanest midfielder on the night – 20 disposals, 13 contested possessions, 8 clearances, 5 I50s, 7 tackle, 5 1%ers, 1 goal, 1 goal assist

3 – Nic Naitanui – his ruckwork was outstanding on occasions, won plenty of contested football and was one of the few players that was clean with his handling and use of the ball – 15 disposals, 15 contested possessions, 23 hitouts, 5 clearances, 7 1%ers

2 – Scott Selwood – an effective clearance winner, his hardness around the ball was valuable – 21 disposals, 5 clearances, 8 tackles, 1 behind

1 – Matt Priddis - wasn’t pretty and at times was sloppy, but worked tirelessly to force the ball forward - 25 disposals, 14 contested possessions, 5 marks, 6 clearances, 9 inside 50s, 5 rebound 50s, 6 tackles, 1 goal, 2 goal assists

My 'Brownlow' Votes


3 - Tom Rockliff - was the Lion's key midfield player in a hardworking performance - 30 disposals, 17 contested posssesions, 10 clearances, 13 tackles, 7 1%ers, 2 goals 1 behind.

2 - Chris Masten - see above

1 - Luke Shuey - see above