The kids are alright! Young guns power Suns to big win over Eagles

Gold Coast’s young Suns delivered a statement win, beating West Coast 10.9 (69) to 5.4 (34) at Mineral Resources Park on Saturday, powered by teenagers Alannah Welsh and Ava Usher. Welsh, in her second match, produced five goals after coming off a Round 1 loss to the Western Bulldogs. Gold Coast raced to a 7-1 lead in the first half, using speed and athleticism to force turnovers and attack before holding off an improved Eagles side in the second. Charlie Rowbottom managed stoppages with 26 disposals and six clearances, while Niamh McLaughlin made nine intercepts. For West Coast, Ella Roberts had 24 disposals and seven clearances. The Eagles next face Adelaide.