1985 - A SURE THING BEATEN

Right from the outset it was clear that this Seaford team was up for it. They were aggressive and focussed but spectators were confident that the superior skills of the Chelsea team would gradually wear them down and they would prevail.
Chelsea had proven themselves to be the best team throughout the season and had steamrolled Mornington 87 points in the second semi-final. They were a classy unit with a wealth of talent all over the ground.

The game was of a high standard and, as you would expect in a final, there were several physical exchanges and scuffles when, suddenly, one of Seaford’s smallest players was knocked out. The ensuing brawl  was the stuff of folklore. Memories of the previous year’s violent encounter must have flooded back to the Tigers. It was time to square off. Players came from all over the ground as the fighting escalated, with flare ups everywhere. League officials and police entered the playing arena to help settle things down. The stakes had suddenly been raised and the Tigers immediately found new inspiration and a determination not to succumb. It was a case of ‘game on.’

Despite the intensity of Seaford, the Seagulls still seemed to have the answers and were managing to provide themselves with opportunities, but squandered their chances with seven points in the third term. During this period they could have got on top but, instead, left the door ajar and for the Tigers it was enough.

The Seaford team lifted once again and were able break away from their tired opponents with some brilliant football, to record a resounding victory. 

They had beaten the odds-on favourites convincingly. It was a memorable victory for them and a shattering loss for Chelsea who were still without a senior flag since 1968. 

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