Football: Black's back for clinical Dockers

In a highly anticipated game with prized recruit Heath Black making his debut, Secret Harbour Dockers proved too clinical for a struggling Midland at the weekend, winning 15.20 (110) to 3.6 (24).

Picture by Michelle Litchfield

In front of a good crowd and in ideal conditions, the Dockers went about their work in a business-like manner.

The crowd was given a fine display of quality football, high marking and great structural set-ups.

The Dockers had six goals on the board before Midland scored, and a best-on-ground performance from Alex Byrne (six goals) led the way.

Al McDonald and Dean Hunter, and Daryl Beechey in defence, were all solid contributors for the Dockers.

Although inaccurate in front of goal, Black, who kicked 3.6, should benefit from his first game in almost a year.

Jack Coppen was serviceable on a wing as wasmost of the backline for the majority of the game.

The Dockers’ colts also made it a memorable weekend for the youngest senior club in the district, beating Melville 25.10 (160) to 1.1 (7).

PJ Young became the first player at the Dockers to kick 10 goals in a game, while Cliff Brough, Jordan Russell, Damo Ross (six goals) and Nathan Denniss were also among the best players.