The Western Jets ground out a three-point win in tough conditions in the TAC Cup match against Dandenong Stingrays on Saturday,
Showers and very windy conditions at Shepley Oval made it tough for both teams, but the Jets held on to win 7.12 (54) to 7.9 (51).
Jets coach Torin Baker said his side’s ability to make the most of the opportunities in the first half was the difference between the two teams in the end, even though the Jets led at every break.
“It was really pleasing to get the win as it was a grind of a game,” he said.
“It was a tough, even clash, which both teams went hard at.
“In the first half we made the most of our opportunities [which gave us the lead] and in the final term the game opened up and there were more goals for both sides.”
Liam Duggan returned to the Jets from an AIS academy trip to Europe. He added class to the midfield and was named best on ground.
The win moves the Jets to fifth on the ladder with eight points, the same number as the four teams below them, and behind Oakleigh Chargers, Calder Cannons, Sandringham and Geelong.
The Jets’ next match is against 10th-placed Gippsland Power at Burbank Oval on Saturday.
