Eagles’ season ends in defeat

The host kicked two goals in the opening term, while keeping United scoreless to lead 13-0 at the first break.

The Eagles regrouped in the second and matched the Panthers with a goal each in the second.

The margin was slightly extended to 15 by half-time as Marong added to its minor score count.

Although Echuca United found another major after the break, the Panthers kicked clear with three in the third term.

The homes side eventually closed things out 7.8 (50) to 2.2 (14).

Willow Clark and Charlie Martin found their way to goal for the Eagles.

United ends its first season in the new league in eighth place in the 10-team competition, posting a record of 4-1-9.

Woorinen, Strathfieldsaye Storm, White Hills and Eaglehawk each advanced to a four team finals series which will wrap up on Sunday, September 6.