Key Performers and Statistics from Round 13 of the Bendigo Football League

Strategic Insights -

In a closely contested weekend of action, several players shone through with exceptional performances, many of which came from losing teams. Premier Data reveals the standout statistics from round 13, highlighting the most impactful players on the field.

Key Takeaways:

  • Zack Shelton (Golden Square) collected 21 intercept possessions, an impressive five of which were marks, in the lowest-scoring game of the BFNL in at least 47 years.
  • Ben Thompson (Eaglehawk) amassed 43 disposals, eight tackles, 15 clearances, and 20 ground ball gets, demonstrating his ability to thrive in wet conditions.
  • Kyle Symons (Kangaroo Flat) led the weekend's tackle counting with 15, applying pressure on the opposition in a high-clearance game.
  • Lachlan Tardrew (Sandhurst) was the highest-rated player in round 13, collecting over 200 Premier Data ranking points despite his team's loss.
  • The Strathfieldsaye and Kangaroo Flat clash saw 244 tackles laid, with Strathfieldsaye averaging 71.2 tackles per game and laying 137 on the day.
  • The Gisborne defense was exceptional against Sandhurst, with Jack Reaper and Jed Denahy combining for eight intercept marks from 20 intercept possessions.
  • Billy Evans (Eaglehawk) accumulated 46 disposals, six inside 50s, and 195 ranking points, while Brayden Frost recorded 27 disposals, 10 clearances, 64 hit-outs, and 189 ranking points.
  • The combined 39 points scored in the South Bendigo vs. Golden Square game was the lowest-scoring BFNL game The Addy has on record since 1978.

Statistics:

  • Disposals:

* Strathfieldsaye vs. Kangaroo Flat:

* Strathfieldsaye: 303,

* Kangaroo Flat: 335

* Gisborne vs. Sandhurst:

* Gisborne: 281,

* Sandhurst: 300

* Eaglehawk vs. Castlemaine:

* Eaglehawk: 373,

* Castlemaine: 268

  • Clearances:

* Strathfieldsaye vs. Kangaroo Flat:

* Strathfieldsaye: 59,

* Kangaroo Flat: 69

* Gisborne vs. Sandhurst:

* Gisborne: 42,

* Sandhurst: 59

* Eaglehawk vs. Castlemaine:

* Eaglehawk: 60,

* Castlemaine: 58

  • Inside 50s:

* Strathfieldsaye vs. Kangaroo Flat:

* Strathfieldsaye: 35,

* Kangaroo Flat: 41

* Gisborne vs. Sandhurst:

* Gisborne: 31,

* Sandhurst: 53

* Eaglehawk vs. Castlemaine:

* Eaglehawk: 57,

* Castlemaine: 32

  • Marks:

* Strathfieldsaye vs. Kangaroo Flat:

* Strathfieldsaye: 29,

* Kangaroo Flat: 21

* Gisborne vs. Sandhurst:

* Gisborne: 60,

* Sandhurst: 42

* Eaglehawk vs. Castlemaine:

* Eaglehawk: 44,

* Castlemaine: 31

  • Tackles:

* Strathfieldsaye vs. Kangaroo Flat:

* Strathfieldsaye: 137,

* Kangaroo Flat: 107

* Gisborne vs. Sandhurst:

* Gisborne: 50,

* Sandhurst: 70

* Eaglehawk vs. Castlemaine:

* Eaglehawk: 79,

* Castlemaine: 77

* South Bendigo vs. Golden Square:

* South Bendigo: 112,

* Golden Square: 89

Sources:

  • Premier Data
  • The Bendigo Advertiser