CRIB Point helped coach Dave Lawson celebrate his engagement with a 10-point win over Pearcedale in MPNFL Nepean division action on Saturday.
Lawson proposed to his girlfriend Brooke on Saturday morning before announcing it on the RPP Footy Show ahead of the match.
His side responded with a 12-goals-to-six second half to get the Pies home 19.16(130) to 18.12 (120).
Luke Herrington was magnificent with eight goals in a best-on-ground performance and Jon Flack was again outstanding with four majors.
Dromana inflicted Somerville's second loss in as many weeks when it came from behind to snatch an eight-point victory in the MPNFL Nepean competition.
After losing players David Hirst and Marcus Bate to suspensions, the Eagles attempted to avenge the previous week's loss to Frankston Bombers.
Despite leading at various stages, including the last quarter, they weren't able to produce the goods, going down 21.8(134) to 19.12(126).
Rikki Johnston played forward for the Tigers and booted five goal and Ryan Hawkins and Ryan Slocombe contributed three each.
Mt Eliza recruit Beau McMurray also snagged three majors and Darren Minchington was superb.
Tigers coach Gavin Artico was pleased with his side's endeavour. "Last season we were unable to close games out, so it was important that we pushed hard to the line today. To start the season with a very valuable four points is fantastic for the group."
The performance of Sam Adams for Somerville with five goals was a highlight for the Eagles.
Rye announced that it has made an improvement on last year with a 13.13(91) to 10.7(67) win against Rosebud.
The Demons were even across the board, with recruits Lyle House and Mark Chaffey standouts in the victory. Ben Holmes booted four first-half goals and set up the win.
The two clubs played for the Luke Cain Shield and it was the first time since 1954 that three Cains have played in the one team, with Luke's brothers Sean and Ben, and cousin Mick lining up for the Demons.
While Rye won the game, Rosebud had the best two players on the ground in Rob Beswick and Greg Bentley.
The Buds were smashed in attack and won't beat the top sides until Ben Shultz starts getting is hands on the footy.
Hastings showed it is the real deal, belting the Frankston Bombers 19.18(132) to 12.11(83).
The Blues' midfielders did the damage with Tim Churchin (four goals) and Mick Haddad dominating. Jason Kestle again controlled things across half back.
Matty Meagher was the best of the Bombers, doing the job on Glenn Michie, and Jake Foster was again outstanding.
The Blues are the best side in the competition, regardless of Sorrento having yet to play a game.
Red Hill is in trouble. After playing in the preliminary final last season, the Hillmen have lost to Rosebud at home and now Tyabb. On Saturday, the Hillmen were again uncompetitive, losing 15.15 (105) to 9.12 (66).
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