North Geelong won its way through to the Geelong & District Football League second semi-final with a heart-stopping three-point win against Belmont Lions.
The Magpies skipper out to a 31-point lead at quarter time, aided by a strong breeze.
The Lions hit back in the second to reduce the margin to seven at half-time.
A two goal to one third term had North Geelong in front by 17 at the last change and Belmont stormed home to lead by three points at the 28-minute mark.
But Mitch Habib would take a juggling mark and kick truly from 20 metres out in the dying seconds to seal the game for North.
In another thriller, Bell Post Hill progressed in the premiership race while Anakie’s season came to an end.
The Panthers won by 13 points after Anakie started the game well. Zane Jones was best for Bell Post Hill, while the Roos will look to build on their first finals appearance in 27 years.
SECOND SEMI-FINALS
Saturday September 6, St Albans Reserve
Seniors: East Geelong vs North Geelong, 2pm
Reserves: East Geelong vs Werribee Centrals, noon
Under 18 Division 3: South Barwon vs Werribee Centrals, 10am
FIRST SEMI-FINALS
Sunday September 7, St Albans Reserve
Seniors: Belmont Lions vs Bell Post Hill, 2pm
Reserves: North Geelong vs Winchelsea, noon
Under 18 Division 3: Torquay vs Ocean Grove, 10am
