Footscray is on a roll in the Lacrosse Victoria men’s state league.
The Scray nailed its 10 successive wins when it dismantled MCC 26-7 on home turf at the Albert Ground on Saturday.
Scray co-captain Chris Plumb told Star Weekly his team was peaking at the right time.
“Considering where we started at and how the year has progressed, we’re at full strength right now,” he said.
“We’re pretty hot at the moment – we’re playing a better style of lacrosse than we were at the start of the season, so we’re happy with the team and the way we’re going.
“It’s a good feeling down at Footscray Lacrosse Club at the moment.”
Footscray should be able to secure a top-two finish when it faces newly promoted Moreland at Angliss Reserve on Saturday. An 11th straight victory will give the Scray a finals double chance, which is crucial in a season in which three clubs – the Scray, Williamstown and Surrey Park – have stood out and would fancy their chances of taking out the title.
“It doesn’t really matter for us – first or second, we’d be happy with that,” Plumb said.
“Coming into finals, it’s always good to get some cobwebs out and work on some stuff.
“I think the boys played well against MCC and the score reflects that.”
Footscray’s attack was at its menacing best on Saturday.
James Lawerson picked up nine points, including six goals and three assists.
Kyle Rhatigan was a sharpshooter with seven goals and one assist.
“The whole attack line played pretty good,” said Plumb, who had three goals and three assists.
Williamstown was made to work for its 12-8 win over Malvern at Fearon Reserve.
Ben Newman led the way for the top-of-the-ladder Fearons with three goals.
In women’s state league, Footscray had a nail-biting 8-7 win over ladder leader Newport.
Stephanie Kelly and Sarah Smith scored three goals each for the Scray, while Marlee Paton was the Porters’ top points scorer with two goals and three assists.
Despite the slip up, the Porters will still claim the minor premiership.
