Bombing run takes out Bloods

Both sides showed determination in the first period and there was little between them at the first break, Leitchville ahead by a single point, but the visitor would push on in the second, kicking four goals to two to take a 14-point advantage into the main break.

Needing to turn things around, Elmore went backwards after the break, giving up four more goals and failing to strike truly when it had the opportunity, kicking five points in a goalless term.

Now well on top, the Bombers tacked another five onto their lead in the final term to prevail 14.9 (93) to 7.10 (52).

Lachie Munro was Elmore’s best in attack, kicking three goals, while James Harney added two.

Leitchville-Gunbower were led by the two-pronged punch of Jack Dye and Billy Hawken (three goals each), while four other players slotted two.

The Bombers now sit outside the top five only on percentage at 3-3, while The Bloods are well off the pace at 1-5.

Leitchville will attempt to keep the good times rolling this weekend, battling another mid-table side, North Bendigo.