THE Casterton Sandford Reserves were up against the odds meeting West Gambier at West Gambier in the First Semi Final, but Coach Joe McArlein and his men were not looking for excuses - they travelled to Malseed Park with the intent to win.

The Cats were on the attack early, Pat Milich leaping high in the ruck giving his mids first use of the ball, Jesse Walker Gould, Casey Jones and Ranea King used their pace to keep the ball going forward and Michael Jarrad and Jarrad Smith were presenting to every contest across the half forward line.