The Gazette | It may have only been round one, but Hill End achieved something pretty special when they had their first win at Mirboo North since 1999.
The top two sides of the 2021 season both felt as though there was some unfinished business after the abandonment of finals gave neither a chance for a run at a premiership.
2022 is without question seen as an opportunity for both clubs to once again put themselves in a position to achieve the ultimate in the MGFNL.
The Tigers at home were always going to be a tough outfit to beat, as they are, on their unique home ground.
Despite being a little off full strength, the Rovers claimed every inch they could. A five-point quarter time margin extended to an impressive 19-point lead at half-time with the likes of Aaron Fawcett and Ambu Uliando leading the way.
