BREAKING: Wyndhamvale’s Lewis Stanton has just made history by scoring his 100th goal in the Western Football League, a remarkable milestone witnessed by a special guest—his father, who flew in from Perth for the occasion. This achievement not only solidifies Stanton’s place in the league but also marks him as the second player in consecutive years to reach this impressive milestone.
Stanton entered the match against West Footscray needing four goals to hit the century mark. From the outset, everything fell into place for both the Falcons and Stanton. He netted three goals early in the game, but when the moment came for his 100th, he initially missed the shot. However, he quickly redeemed himself, scoring his landmark goal shortly thereafter.
“It’s a bit crazy,” Stanton noted post-game. “It’s still not settled in. The club has posted the video and all that stuff. In a few weeks, maybe once the season finishes, I will reflect on it a bit more. It’s a good feeling and a good thing to have when I hang up the boots.”
Throughout the season, Stanton tried to downplay the pressure of reaching this milestone, focusing instead on treating each game like any other. “Once I kicked it there was a bit of relief,” he stated, reflecting on the buildup to the game.
Adding an emotional touch to the day, Stanton’s father made a surprise visit to watch his son play. “I was pretty happy about that,” Stanton said. “Before the start of the game, I was going to warm up and he came over. Luckily, everything went right.”
The Falcons skillfully facilitated Stanton’s scoring opportunities, allowing him to quickly add to his tally of goals. “It was one of those days everything went right,” he shared, recalling the excitement from both the players and fans. With the atmosphere charged, Stanton finished the match with an astonishing seven goals, bringing his season total to 103 goals.
This season marks Stanton’s debut with the Falcons after transferring from Yarraville Seddon. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity, stating, “With my footy coming towards the end, I wanted to play at a good football club, and it just felt like a good club to be at.”
The Falcons secured a victory in the match, locking in their position at the top of the league, which bodes well for their upcoming finals. “It has been really good, and the reserves are on top as well,” Stanton mentioned. “Everyone is getting around each other, and it’s enjoyable to be around each other.”
As Stanton and the Falcons aim to maintain their momentum, this milestone serves as a testament to hard work and dedication, resonating deeply with fans and players alike. Expect more thrilling developments as the season progresses!
