Matt Bowden’s 250th game for Lancefield was a cause for celebrations on Saturday.
Bowden (pictured in action) captained the Tigers multiple times in his career, with his club loyalty a shining example across the board.
Through a challenging time for the club, he turned down offers from rival clubs who were keen to add him to their list.
The strong utility player set an example on the field many of his former teammates can clearly recall – they would much sooner have him in their ranks than playing for any opposition.
Bowden, also a fine cricketer for his home town over a lengthy period, was among the Tigers’ best players against Woodend-Hesket on Saturday.
For three quarters the Tigers stayed right in the hunt in tough weather conditions before the Hawks pulled away to win 8.6 (54) to 4.8 (32).
Bowden’s 250th was yet another highlight for the Tigers in their 150th year.
# Woodend-Hesket’s talented 16-year-old Oliver Watt played his first senior game for the Hawks, and he is predicted to have a fine sporting career on both football and cricket fields. Watt kicked a goal on debut.
