Bairnsdale’s reserves remain in third position on the Gippsland League ladder despite going down to the ladder leading Leongatha by 74 points.
The visitors were never troubled after a five-goal to one opening quarter, powering to a 55-point lead at the main break.
Bairnsdale kicked three final quarter goals but it was of little consolation, the Redlegs shown they have work to do if they are to challenge for a premiership.
Jamie Dore, Rohan Blandford and Liam Bleyswyk were the best players, while Nato Desio was the only multiple goalkicker with two.
Bairnsdale’s under 18s went down by 69 points despite a solid first half.
With their finals hopes dashed the side saw senior experienced players such as Jessie Bills and Matthew Hamilton show their poise.
The Redlegs under 16 sealed an impressive elimination final berth, most likely against Wonthaggi, with an impressive 27-point win over the Parrots.
Bairnsdale held Leongatha to one goal for the opening three quarters as they all but secured victory.
The visitors won the final quarter kicking three goals to two, however the damage had been done.
Jobe Froud, Xavier Cook, Douglas Ashby, Oscar Baylis, Kael Frith and Chidi Otuonye were named in the best, Baylis the multiple goalkicker with two.