IN what was a big night for the code in the region, the Saints made light work of the Moree Suns on Saturday to record a 30.27.207 to 0.3.3 win.
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Led by Dallas Baldwin with height goals and Michael Gould with six, the Saints were never in danger.
From the outset, the home side booted nine unanswered goals to set up a 54 point lead the first break.
The trend continued for the remaining three quarters, keeping the visitors scoreless for the game, a feat the Saints have never achieved before.
Beau Coles continued his stellar season, providing runs from the backline and assisting captain Sam Kimmince holding up the backline.
Michael Schneider will be one player to keep an eye on upcoming weeks as he gets more game time.
His skill and speed around the ground will prove vital against the likes of the Nomads and the Kangaroos.
Earlier in the day, the Saints Juniors overcame a fast finishing Suns to win 17.13.115 to 9.10.64.
The Saints Juniors displayed fantastic sportsmanship.
Jake Cannon had a day outing the park, booting a massive five goals in the first half.
Other standouts were Lachie White and Lachie Martin, Ben Ellis and Angus Lindsay, each kicking two majors.
Scott Thomas also played an outstanding game and is another player to watch in upcoming games.
The Moree side turned the tables on the Saints in the ladies game, winning 5.2.32 to3.1.19.
In what was a seriously competitive match, Lindsey Turner proved she had a better boot on her than her partner Lachie McDonald after booting a 60-metre goal in the third term.
The daughters of Inverell senior’s coach Dick Gleeson, Chloe and Sophie Gleeson provided plenty of drive and skills in the centre.
Among the best were fast-running 14-year-old Elsie Julius and Lauren Carson, who was recognised in the night’s awards for her rock solid marks and kicks in defence.
The ladies showed great skill and attack on the ball and proved there is a case to support a ladies competition in years to come.
The Inverell team will continue to train for future opportunities, which may occur in the coming weeks.
The Inverell Saints used the night to raise funds for Jeff Lawler, a member of the Inverell community who is ill.
A bucket collection at the ground raised $453, and the club announced they would donate a further $1000.
