MELBOURNE’S Lauren Pearce has received the perfect ten votes for her expert display in Melbourne's Round 5 win over Gold Coast.
The experienced ruck led the way during Saturday night's clash, guiding the Demons to a 12-point win at Casey Fields.
Pearce was a true standout on the night, producing an unmatched performance across the field, with game-high statistics (20 disposals, 20 hit-outs) cementing her spot in the best players of the match.
Eden Zanker and Libby Birch were next in line to be recognised, with their efforts across the midfield and backline receiving seven votes apiece.
While Zanker was dominant through centre contests (18 disposals, eight tackles), Birch continued her string of stellar performances in the side's defence, restricting numerous scoring opportunities for the away side on her way to collecting 16 disposals.
Shelly Heath and Lily Mithen rounded out the vote-getters for Melbourne, both polling two each.
Gold Coast’s Jamie Stanton was the sole vote-getter from the Suns receiving two for her 16-disposal outing.
Check out all the votes from Round 5 below.
Round 5 | Melbourne v Gold Coast:
10 Lauren Pearce (MELB)
7 Libby Birch (MELB)
7 Eden Zanker (MELB)
2 Shelley Heath (MELB)
2 Lily Mithen (MELB)
2 Jamie Stanton (GCFC)