Reserves: Subiaco semi-final bound after comprehensive win over Swans

Subiaco are through to the semi finals, following a dominant performance over Swan Districts.

The Lions got on top early and never looked back, taking a 73-point win in the Elimination Final at Fremantle Community Bank Oval on Sunday September 11.

Subiaco won the battle in the midfield, led by Connor Patterson who had a game-high 24 disposals and two goals.

Meanwhile, Lachie Vanirsen was efficient by foot in his 21 touches, and Jack Borchet was a focal point up forward with four goals.

Patrick Mullane and Bailey Holt intercepted well, and helped the backline able to keep Swan Districts to just five goals for the match.

Subiaco looked to get ahead of the game early, with the majority of play played in the Lions’ forward half.

Bar an early Swans goal against the flow of play, Subiaco looked the stronger side.

It was Ben Golding who got the team rolling, kicking a goal off one step to give the Lions the lead.

From there they continued to dominate around the ground, letting through just four inside 50s for the term.

Jack Borchet kicked two goals to make it four in a row for Subiaco, taking a 20-point lead at the first break.

The Lions doubled their lead in the second term, as they continued to pile on the pain. 

Jordan Faraone was involved in a couple of big moments, including a goal from outside 50 to bring the house down.

The relentless pressure continued for Subiaco, as they led by 40 points at half time.

There was a fightback from the Swans in the second half, but the Lions were able to combat it to maintain their lead. 

The damage had already been done, and Subiaco were able to maintain their competitive attitude despite the overwhelming margin in their favour.

The last term was party time for the Lions, who dominated to stay alive in season 2022.

It was eight goals to three in the second half, as Subiaco took the 16.10 (106) to 5.3 (33) win.

Their victory means they go head to head with South Fremantle at Revo Fitness Stadium in the semi-final on Sunday September 18.

SUBIACO        4.2    8.5    11.6    16.10    (106)
SWAN DISTRICTS    1.0    2.1    4.3    5.3    (33)

Goals: Borchet 4; Alone, Kennedy, Patterson 2; Faraone, Golding, Muavou, Robinson, South, Stergiou.
Best: Patterson, Vanirsen, Borchet, Mullane, Holt, Alone, Ash.