by Davyd Reid
Longwarry overcame a challenge from a fast starting Trafalgar to advance to the second semi final at Catani on Saturday.
After conceding five goals to two in a frenetic start by the Bloods, the Crows worked their way back into the contest before icing the game late to prevail 11-6 (72) to 9-7 (61).
The competitive game had a big crowd stick around to witness an epic final, the Bloods spurred on early by a vocal travelling crowd reminiscent of that experienced on the hill at their home venue.

Jason Wells roved expertly for the opener, only to be quickly matched