By LIAM TWOMEY
WILLIAMSTOWN’S first hit out as a standalone club didn’t go exactly as planned with the Seagulls going down to the Box Hill Hawks by 13 points.
Despite the loss, there were plenty of positive signs for Williamstown which showed why it will again be one of the top sides this season.
Taking on the reigning premiers and coming to terms with a huge list turnover throughout the off-season, the Seagulls pushed the Hawks throughout the match.
After trailing by 29 points going into the final change, Williamstown charged home to win the last quarter by 16.
It wasn’t enough to topple the Hawks though, who held on for the 13.17 (95) to 11.16 (82) win.
Adam Marcon was outstanding for Williamstown throughout the match and was named his club’s best player.
He was well supported by a pair of first game Seagulls in Scott Clouston and Ryan Ferguson.
The Seagulls will look to secure their first win of the new season when they take on the Northern Blues this Saturday.
