Big ask for young Demons

FOCAL POINT: Sarah Ritter will be one to watch under the post when the Roos play the Demons tomorrow. Picture: James Murphy

SOUTH GAMBIER V WEST GAMBIER

IT is a mammoth task but with finals still mathematically possible, South Gambier will need to bring its absolute best to challenge premiership favourite West Gambier at Blue Lake Sports Park tomorrow.

Am upset victory would keep the Demons inside the top four, but given the Roos demolition of the reigning premiers last round by 21 goals, it is hard to mount a case for the young Demons.

Sarah Ritter and Lisa McGregor are a well oiled machine in the shooting circle and both are accurate finishers for West.

At the other end, Jade Ritter and Amy Cram shut down time and space on their opponents and are strong over the shot.

The young Roos mid court has been as dynamic as any this season, led by Tara Bryant in the centre and well supported by Mikaela Horrigan and Zoe Malseed, who comes off a best-on-court performance on the defensive wing.

coming off a best on court round 14 performance, on the defensive wing.

South’s shooting duo of Alyssa Duncan and Lara Munro will need to work overtime to find good position.

At the other end, Grace Edwards and Ellie Bouchier will need to be on song from the start with a tight checking game to deny Sarah Ritter and McGregor the chance to receive easy ball in range.

The South mid court is a good match for the Roos’ trio.

Ruby Richter comes off a strong game in Round 13, while Tully McShane and Megan Reid both working hard on the circle’s edge.

South has had its worst results of 2022 against West and the Roos should make it three from three in fine style.