Match Reviews | Newbridge took another crucial step toward featuring in the Bendigo Bank Loddon Valley FNL senior footy finals on Saturday.

The Maroons marked a 67-point victory in the round 15 clash with Maiden Gully YCW Eagles at Marist College Bendigo in Maiden Gully.

Newbridge led 25-15 at quarter-time and then won the second term, 27-13.

The Sam Gale and Daniel Smith-coached Maroons dominated most of the second half.

Chris Dixon capped off plenty of attacking moves with six goals as Brandon Dimech, Ben McKinley, Tyler McLeod booted two each in the 109-42 result.

The Eagles’ attack was led by Josiah Farrer and Declan Phyland on two goals.

Best for Newbridge were Chris Dixon, Tyler McLeod, Ben McKinley, Brandon Dimech, Ricky Cathie and Brandon Butler.

Josiah Farrer, Mitch Whitham, Josh Worsley, Declan Phyland, Luke Deslandes and Jack McHutchison were best for the Shawn Filo and Angus Monfries-coached Eagles.

At three rounds to go in the home-and-away series, Newbridge is fifth, a win and almost 15 per cent clear of Inglewood.

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