East Point defender Mitch Walsh is free to play in his side's heavyweight clash against Darley next weekend after being cleared of careless striking by the Ballarat Football Netball League independent tribunal.
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Walsh was yellow-carded for an incident during his side's win against Melton and was offered a one-week set penalty, but his club opted to contest the charge.
The Roos backman was sent to the sin bin for a heavy bump on Melton midfielder Jack Walker while contesting a loose ball midway through the second quarter.
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Walker recovered from the incident and played on quickly from the resulting free kick.
The Bloods star finished the day as his side's best player, racking up 36 disposals (20 contested), 15 clearances and seven tackles.
Walsh has been a solid contributor for the Roos this season, leading his side for spoils (averaging 5.57 a match) and sitting second for one-percenters (6.71).
East Point plays Darley after the Queen's Birthday weekend, who sits one spot behind it on fifth, though level on 16 points.
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Matt Currill
Matt covers the Ballarat Football Netball League and cricket. Get in touch at matt.currill@thecourier.com.au
Matt covers the Ballarat Football Netball League and cricket. Get in touch at matt.currill@thecourier.com.au
