Centurions drop too many balls

THE inability of Werribee Centrals to cap off their good work left coach Nick Smith disappointed with a 46-point loss to Thomson on Saturday.

The Centurions went close to matching the reigning premier in the inside-50 count and general disposals, but their skills were left wanting, as dropped marks and turnovers proved detrimental.

The Tigers were clinical on the rebound, punishing the visitors in a 15.10 (100) to 7.12 (54) scoreline that reflected the difference in class.

“We were always aware we were going to be light on for size, so we try and make sure we’re moving it quickly, get out into space,” Smith said.

“I was a bit disappointed with (dropped marks up forward) too because you work hard to create those opportunities and you don’t get it back, because what I’ve found with them, once the footy hits the deck or you make your error, you really don’t see it again. “They just move it so well.” But Smith said there were positives to take from the contest, in particular an improved effort from the Round 1 defeat to North Geelong.

“We said no matter the result today, we’ve got to learn stuff to take into the rest of the season,” he said.

“I was happy with our competitiveness and I thought we had a crack all day.

“On the back of being pretty disappointed with last week, I thought our effort and attack on the footy was there, but we made a lot of mistakes and they’re just too good if you’re going to give them easy opportunities.”

Daryl Chesterman continued his strong start to the season to be one of his side’s best players, along with Tito Nyawela.

Injured Brayden Smith (eye) and Jackson Smith (corkies) will appreciate the Easter break.