Veteran all-rounder Craig Sheedy has started the season on fire for Williamstown.
Sheedy backed up his 70 in round one with 99 not out on Saturday to give the Seagulls a fighting chance against reigning premier Melton at MacPherson Park.
The Seagulls produced a competitive 7-207 from their 80 overs.
The second day’s play will be on Saturday.
Altona faces a massive run chase against Werribee on the road at Chirnside Park.
The A’s had the home side in a spot of bother at 4-64, but a top-shelf knock of 122 not out by Tim O’Brien changed the complexion of the game.
Yarraville was bowled out for 209 on its visit to Endeavour Hills, which is 0-11 in return.
Experienced middle order batsmen Adam Yates and Tim McRae made 60 apiece for the Eagles.
