VFL R14 wrap: Dogs prove too good for Kangas

North Melbourne's VFL side has been defeated by the Footscray Bulldogs, 10.3 (63) to 14.13 (97)

North Melbourne's VFL side has been defeated by the Footscray Bulldogs by 34 points in a wet, scrappy affair at Arden Street Oval.

It was an even contest early with the Roos heading into the main break with a seven-point lead, but the Dogs showed their class after quarter-time in the slippery conditions and proved why they are premiership contender.

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In his second match back from a bone stress issue, Colby McKercher (26 disposals, two goals, four rebound 50s) was able to impact the scoreboard and drive the ball off the half-back line.

In the midfield, Charlie Lazzaro (25 disposals, 10 tackles, 12 clearances) put in a strong performance, along with Hugh Greenwood who racked up 11 clearances from 22 disposals.

Defender Griffin Logue (nine disposals, seven intercepts) completed his second game on return from an ACL injury, featuring in all four quarters of the game.

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