In a challenging contest marred by wild weather, Casey Demons fell to the Frankston Dolphins by 27 points at Kinetic Stadium.
Frankston's second-quarter dominance, where they kicked seven goals to Casey's one, set the tone for the match.
The weather proved to be the biggest adversary, with strong winds affecting kicking accuracy in the first quarter and heavy rain making clean possession difficult for both teams for the remainder of the match.
Kynan Brown didn’t let the harsh weather stop him, amassing a remarkable 27 disposals, 24 tackles, 11 clearances, and a goal in the first quarter. His relentless effort and ability to find the ball stood out throughout the game.
Mitch White battled fiercely throughout the match, recording 24 disposals, 13 tackles, and 13 clearances. His leadership and tenacity kept the team focused and determined despite the tough conditions.
Up forward, Jack Bell was a key target, scoring two goals. One goal briefly halted Frankston's second-quarter surge, while the other was a consolation goal in the final term.
In his milestone 50th VFL match, Roan Steele was instrumental, collecting 23 disposals and playing a vital role in moving the ball around the ground.
Tyler Edwards matched Steele's 23 disposals, contributing significantly to Casey's ball movement and effort around the contest.
Charlie Peters scored Casey's first goal and continued his impressive form, constantly putting his body on the line and making impactful plays around the ball.
The defensive duo of Blake Howes and Marty Hore each finished with 21 disposals, working tirelessly to stem the flow of Frankston's attacks.
Despite leading by one goal at quarter time, Casey struggled with accuracy and consistency in the wet, ultimately succumbing to Frankston's second-quarter blitz and the challenging conditions.
Casey will look to bounce back as they face the Giants next Saturday on home turf at Casey Fields.
Frankston Dolphins | 1.0 8.2 9.4 10.8 (68)
Casey Demons | 2.1 3.3 4.9 5.11 (41)
Goals | 2 Bell, 1 Peters, 1 Kentfield, 1 K.Brown
Key Players | 27 K.Brown, 24 White, 23 Steele, Edwards, 21 Howes, Hore
Next Game | V GWS Giants @ Casey Fields 11:35 AM Saturday 27 July
