Nirranda's Harding kicks 7 goals to seal fifth straight premiership
Nick Harding, 34, came back from a broken humerus to kick 7 goals in Nirranda's 26-point grand final win in the Warrnambool league.
Nick Harding joined Nirranda from Simpson for the 2026 season. But injuries hurt his year.
In round 17, he badly hurt his shoulder and broke his humerus. This kept him out.
Nick Harding played only one reserves game before grand final day. Coach Daniel Beard told him on Wednesday morning he was in.
That was three days before the game. Harding was thrilled.
On Saturday, the 34-year-old kicked seven goals in Nirranda's 26-point win against Allansford. He paid back the club's faith and gave the Blues their fifth straight flag.
Harding said the comeback was about respecting the coaches and players who stood by him through the injury-filled year.
- 7
- Goals in grand final
- 26 points
- Winning margin
- Fifth straight
- Premierships won
- September 12
- Grand final date
Why it mattersA veteran player gets past a serious injury to deliver in the biggest game. This shows the value of patience and belief in a comeback.
AustraliaA feel-good local sports story in the Warrnambool region, celebrating a South West Victoria club's milestone premiership.
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