HAWKESDALE-MACARTHUR took a major step forward in its development on Saturday when the Eagles tamed the Lions of Great Western at Macarthur Recreation Reserve, 17.15 (117) – 8.8 (56).

Winning form had disappeared for the Eagles after their first-round victory against cellar-dweller, Caramut, as the side lost their next four games despite showing glimpses of how good they could be.