Up against Essendon in an attempt to avoid the wooden spoon, the Lions are looking to capitalise in this Sunday’s match on their only opponent below them on the ladder. A win will be a huge lift for the young Lions side.
With Dan McStay's season-ending ankle injury, the Lions will gladly welcome veteran Dan Merrett back into their lineup. Lewy Taylor has an ankle injury and is expected to miss another week.
In the NEAFL, forward Michael Close was lively up forward and kicked two goals while midfielder Nick Robertson gathered 32 touches, taking seven marks and making three tackles.
With Stefan Martin nursing rib discomfort this week after copping a heavy knock against the GIANTS, the 201cm ruckman Archie Smith is poised to enter senior calculations after an impressive season in the NEAFL.
While a solid performance from Lions reserves captain Jackson Paine, who led his side to victory, gathering 33 disposals and nine marks, could also see a push for senior selection.
Playing a different role than usual, Josh Walker fought hard and dominated down back, especially in the second half. He also managed to push forward and kick a crucial goal on the run.
Queenslander Liam Dawson was a tackling machine, stopping the WSU GIANTS in their tracks nine times, as well as notching up 24 disposals.
Josh Clayton showed class and finesse at speed, getting 28 possessions, kicking a goal and making five tackles.
Claye Beams played a crucial role in linking the ball from defence to attack, collecting 25 disposals and continuing his excellent form over the past few weeks.
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