North Melbourne edges past Adelaide in wet Hobart AFLW match
North Melbourne beat Adelaide 38-29 in AFLW, with Garner and Riddell each recording 32 disposals to overrun the Crows in the final term.
North Melbourne won a tight contest against Adelaide 38-29 in wet conditions at Hobart Oval. Adelaide led by one point going into the final quarter before the Kangaroos lifted and pulled away.
Captain Jasmine Garner was everywhere with 32 disposals, six clearances and 682 metres gained. Ash Riddell matched Garner's 32 disposals while Erika O'Shea had 26 and 16 intercepts.
Vikki Wall, playing her 50th AFLW match, kicked two crucial goals. The wet, scrappy conditions suited both sides but the Kangaroos showed class in the final term.
The win keeps North Melbourne in finals contention and strengthens Garner's case for the Best and Fairest award.
- 38-29
- Final score
- 32
- Garner disposals
- 682
- Garner metres gained
- 50th AFLW game
- Wall's milestone match
Why it mattersKeeps North Melbourne in finals contention and confirms Garner as a standout player this season.
AustraliaAustralian AFLW finals race tightens with North staying in the hunt after this important home win.
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