Tassie cheers on 'fantastic' Devils in first ever home finals clash
Crowds of passionate Tasmania Devils fans have braved the wet forecast to show up for the side's VFL semi-final clash against the bombers in North Hobart — the club's first ever finals game at home.
Tasmanian football fans turned out in force for the inaugural VFL semi-final match between Tasmania Devils and Essendon Bombers at North Hobart Oval. Despite the team's lack of players and resources last year, the Devils have come a long way. At halftime, Essendon was leading the score 57.9.3 to 49.7.7. As the match continued, rain soaked the crowd, but their spirits remained unbroken.
Fans, dressed in green, battled the weather and braved the elements. For Lucy and Lee Edwards, attending the match was a priority regardless of the weather, as they had previously played in similar conditions and won. Club member Ann Sigley even brought a hand-knitted bear mascot named Mini Rum un, hoping it would bring good luck.
Despite Essendon's strong seven-game winning streak, the Devils' fans were optimistic, viewing the match at their home ground as an exceptional achievement for a new club.
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