After sitting comfortably inside the top-eight three weeks ago, the Bombers have slumped to 13th with consecutive defeats to Geelong, Western Bulldogs and Sydney.

Source: https://www.perthnow.com.au/sport/afl/bombers-focused-on-long-term-not-finals-brad-scott-c-11429603

Herbst, embarking on his first full season as Bridport boss, has previously targeted a top-eight finish for the Bees after claiming 11th last season.

Source: https://www.bridportnews.co.uk/news/23696974.bridport-v-newton-abbot-spurs-match-preview-team-news/?ref=rss

Luke Beveridge's team left GMHBA Stadium on Saturday inside the top-eight after finding form in the second half to defeat the undermanned Cats by 25 points.

Source: https://www.perthnow.com.au/sport/afl/bulldogs-endure-nervous-wait-to-see-if-they-play-finals-c-11714587

This previous fall, McNamara ended her highschool profession with two top-eight finishes on the Minnesota High School State Championship.

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With every team member earning points for top-eight finishes, Salmon Arm won the title banner for highest average per swimmer.

Source: https://www.eaglevalleynews.com/sports/unprecedented-success-salmon-arm-waves-masters-swimmers-make-splash-at-national-meet/