In a thrilling turn of events in the Picola District League on Saturday, Jerilderie triumphed over Deni Rovers.
The game started off with Jerilderie taking the lead, ending the first quarter 13-9.
Kane Hawkins and Travis Lawton showed extraordinary skill during the game.
Jerilderie maintained their momentum into half-time, leading the Rovers 38-27.
Deniliquin wasn't going down without a fight, flipping the script in the third quarter to lead 54-45.
Mitch Conlan kept the Dees in it will a few goals, and Brad Aylett showed a lot of run.
Jerilderie showcased their resilience, clawing back in the final quarter.
Callum Deoleveria kicked a goal to put the Dees in front, and Oliver Knight sealed the deal with a scrappy snap.
Jerilderie tipped the scales in their favour, with the game sure to be remembered for its nail biting finish and the remarkable comeback by Jerilderie.
Final score: Jerilderie 11.4 (70) def Deni Rovers 10.7 (67).
Best: Kane Hawkins, David Gregory, Mitch Conlan.
It was a tough day at the office for the reserves.
The Rovers were just able to capitalise when they had the wind, while the Demons just lacked polish going inside 50.
The team should hold their head high as they didn’t give up all day.
They will be looking for a win next to keep their finals chances alive when they take on Blighty next week.
Final score: Jerilderie 2.3 (15) def by Deni Rovers 12.3 (75).
Best: T Flack, R Belling, C Simpson, J Soudain, N Beasley, B Barlow.
The fourths knew it was going to be a tough game against the Rovers as they were short on numbers and playing in windy conditions.
They got off to a blazing start.
They were fast paced and aggressive at the ball, coming away with the lead at the end of the first quarter.
Jerilderie had the advantage of the wind in the second but didn’t capitalise on it, backing off a bit and lacking the pressure they applied in the first quarter.
They only scored two points to Deni’s two goals.
In the third term, Deni used the wind well and piled on three goals to Jerilderie’s one.
The Demons needed to stop Deni’s centre clearances and fast midfielders who were controlling the game.
Down 23 points in the last quarter, the team knew they had to improve and kick some majors.
The whole team lifted, regained their legs and gave their all to have the momentum and control the play.
They brought home an exciting end to the game kicking four goals, falling short by only four points.
What a fantastic effort Demons.
Final score: Jerilderie 7.5 (47) def by Deni Rovers 8.3 (51).
Best: Chloe Rorato, Matt Dilullo, Ryder Montgomery, Charlie Rorato, Logan Eldridge, Dom Gurciullo, Darby Edwards-Parsons, Evan Lawton, Jackson Pitt.