VERSATILITY has been the key to success in 2020, just ask Max Gawn – the goal umpire from Friday’s practice match.

With non-playing players and various staff helping out at Maroochydore Sports Complex, the Demons took on the Magpies in a hit-out for the reserves.

In a fast-paced game, Melbourne ran away with a convincing 39-point win, with a number of boys taking the opportunity to put their hand up for selection.

Alex Neal-Bullen continues to improve his forward craft and was considered best afield, but it was Toby Bedford who did the damage on the scoreboard booting four goals in a lively display.

At the other end of the field, Melbourne’s team defence held up strong, restricting Collingwood to just six goals for the afternoon.

Young backman Trent Rivers enjoyed some time up the ground, impressing with his run around the ball, as did Oskar Baker whose pace shone through on the wing.

Corey Wagner returned from a fractured wrist, and while he had a glove on for protection, he wasn’t hindered at all.

The 23-year-old, who has been working as hard as anyone since joining the hub, was influential through the middle of the ground, and was well supported by his brother Josh, who pushed off half-back to help around the contest.

Jayden Hunt, who has been in some strong form in recent weeks, sat out the game as the carry over emergency for Melbourne in Round 12.