Launceston books grand final spot after stunning comeback win
Launceston defeated Longford 14.15 (99) to 9.5 (59) with a six-goal third quarter burst.
Launceston's Blues turned a tight contest into a blowout on Saturday, scoring six consecutive goals in the third quarter to crush Longford and earn a spot in next week's Tasmanian Football League grand final.
The win ends a mini-slump that saw them lose their past two games, including to this week's grand final opponent South Launceston. Captain Brodie Palfreyman kicked four goals to spark the revival.
The Blues were wasteful early, kicking six straight behinds, but found their range when it mattered most. They'll now take an underdog mentality into the decider after South Launceston claimed the minor premiership.
- 14.15 (99) to 9.5 (59)
- Final score
- Brodie Palfreyman 4
- Captain's goals
- 6 consecutive
- Third quarter goals
- 2 games
- Recent losses
Why it mattersLaunceston had stumbled at a critical time and faced the prospect of missing the big match; this win keeps their premiership hopes alive.
AustraliaFor Tasmanians following the TFL, Launceston's grand final appearance sets up a major local clash against South Launceston next week.
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