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Adelaide Crows Dominate Glenelg and North Adelaide Pushes for Finals in Wet Conditions
Adelaide Crows showcased their strength with a full squad, overpowering Glenelg by 39 points at Stratarama Stadium. The team, led by veterans Brodie Smith and Kieran Strachan, saw a stellar return from Riley Thilthorpe, scoring three goals in a remarkable comeback.
The Crows’ forward line was impactful with Thilthorpe, Lachlan Gollant, and Chris Burgess combining for multiple goals in the game’s early stages, establishing an impressive lead over the Tigers.
On the other hand, North Adelaide kept their finals hopes alive with a crucial 23-point win against Woodville-West Torrens in tough, wet conditions. The Roosters, led by Campbell Combe’s exceptional performance, controlled the game with a dominant display in clearances and inside 50s.
Sturt reached the top of the Hostplus SANFL League ladder after a convincing 45-point victory against West Adelaide. Tightening their defense, the Double Blues limited the Bloods to just three goals for the match, showcasing their dominance in the competition.
Central District secured a 25-point win against Port Adelaide after a strong third-quarter surge, propelling them to victory despite fewer inside 50 entries. Aiden Grace and Hugo Munn led the scoring for the Bulldogs, while Port’s Dante Visentini impressed with a standout performance.