MPNFL

DIVISION ONE

FRANKSTON YCW are premiers of the MPNFL once again.

The powerhouse club claimed premiership glory with an impressive Grand Final win over Bonbeach at Skybus Stadium last Sunday.

Both clubs had to contend with wet conditions in Frankston.

The Stonecats had the better of Bonbeach in the first quarter, but couldn’t make them pay. They kicked six behinds in a frustrating first term.

Frankston YCW kicked straight in the second quarter, and established a handy lead. After a five-goals-to-one second term they went into half time ahead by 29 points.

The main break came at a good time for the Sharks. Bonbeach booted four majors after half time to cut the lead back to nine points heading into the final quarter.

Frankston YCW stormed home in the last quarter to claim the win and the premiership. They ran out 10.11 (71) to 6.9 (45) winners.

Brenton Lambert was named the best player on the ground.

The premiership is Frankston YCW’s first in five years. Between 2010 and 2017 the club went on a legendary run, winning seven grand finals.

The Stonecats also enjoyed premiership success in the reserves. Frankston YCW lifted the reserves premiership cup by beating Red Hill 11.6 (72) to 9.5 (59) on Sunday. Mt Eliza were crowned under-19 premiers after a thrilling 9.5 (59) to 8.9 (57) win over Frankston YCW.

First published in the Mornington News – 20 September 2022