Ballarat's giants tower over Sebastopol to claim first premiership since 2008
Ballarat won 13.12 (90) to 7.14 (56), with two best-on-ground medals going to 200cm and 205cm players.
Five players over 200cm proved the difference as Ballarat claimed its first premiership since 2008 on Saturday. The Swans led all day to beat Sebastopol 13.12 (90) to 7.14 (56) at City Oval.
Best-on-ground honours went to Alex Keath (200cm) and Biggie Nyuon (205cm), summing up the physical edge that made the difference. Nyuon kicked six goals despite an ankle injury that flared early in the first quarter.
Keath, a 109-game AFL veteran, controlled the backline with his experience and height. The club also showed promising depth with a dozen players in their early twenties, suggesting this win could start a sustained run of success.
- 13.12 (90) to 7.14 (56)
- Final score
- Since 2008
- Years since last premiership
- 109
- Keath's AFL games
- Six
- Nyuon's goals
Why it mattersBallarat proved that recruiting physical advantage in a sport built on high marks can shift a premiership outcome, and they have young talent to repeat.
AustraliaA regional Victorian football club breaks an 18-year premiership drought, adding to the Ballarat region's sporting pride.
Corroborated bythecourier.com.au
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