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Lakers ticking along

Caroline Springs continued its strong form in the Western Football League division 1 competition.

A week after upsetting Hoppers Crossing, the Lakers backed it up with a strong performance against Parkside on Saturday.

The Lakers set the result up in the first quarter.

Both teams had their chances early, with the Lakers making more of theirs to lead by 28 points at quarter time.

They were able to extend the lead at 35 points at half time.

The margin stayed steady in the next two quarters with the Lakers able to come away with a 13.13 (91)-8.10 (58) win.

Steven Kryiazis kicked five goals for the Lakers, while Jamie Ristoski kicked three.

The pair was named best along with Alexander Paech and Cooper Pepi.

The Lakers sit in fourth spot, only a game off second.

Caroline Springs this week faces ladder leaders Werribee Districts, with the Tigers coming off a loss to Hoppers Crossing.

In the women’s competition, the Lakers had a big win against finals hopeful, Yarraville Seddon.

The undefeated Lakers had no issues at all in the 17.14 (116)-1.2 (8) win.

Jacinta Kondis kicked four goals for the Lakers, while Alana Ellis kicked three goals.

Nyomi Stowers, Charlotte Gerada and Ellis were named the Lakers best.

Meanwhile in division 2, Braybrook was too strong for the Western Rams.

The margin was just 15 points at half time before the Brookers kicked away to win, 16.14 (110)-7.8 (50).

Joshua Cassar and Damon Lewis kicked two goals each for the Rams.

Tyler Lewis and Jack James were named the Rams best.

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