East Sunbury had one of its best wins in the club’s history on Saturday against Coburg Districts, according to coach Steve Grey.
While the margin wasn’t a big one, Grey was happy with how his team responded in the second half after not making the most of their opportunities during the first half.
The Thunder trailed by 21 points at the main break, despite having just one less scoring shot for the half.
They turned it on in the second half, kicking the first eight goals of the half and in total nine of the 10 second half goals, to win 11.17 (83)-7.10 (52).
Grey said they could have quite easily been a lot closer at the main break.
“They had 10 scoring shots and we had nine,” he said.
“We had as much of the footy as them, but we were turning the ball over and missing targets.
“We were fumbling under pressure. We then found another gear.”
Grey said the most pleasing thing was how they stepped things up in the second half.
He said previously they may not have been able to get back into the game.
“We worked on the pressure when they had the footy,” he said.
“They kicked one goal and it was about the 20 minute mark of the last quarter, that was really pleasing.
“Overall it was a very good team effort over four quarters.”
Grey said the difference was having a bit more experience, with players like Jorden Braddy and Brad Bernacki making an impact.
He said with the extra depth at the club it was hard each week to pick the side.
Grey said Kamen Ogilive, Shane Lindsay and Caine Schofield were the side’s best in the win.
Jamerson Campbell kicked four goals.
The Thunder sits on top of the ladder after seven rounds and having played every side once.
They are percentage ahead of second placed Moonee Valley, but have already opened up a three game gap on fifth.
“We still have things to work on and we’re getting better and better,” Grey said.
“I put pressure on myself at the start of the season saying we had to make finals.
“We should start looking at finishing top two now.
“We need to not sit back, we need to push harder and try and get a second chance.
“It’s about keeping the players fresh and healthy and we will be in a good spot.”
In other results, Northern Saints defeated Burnside Heights and Roxburgh Park upset Moonee Valley.
