Another 4 v 5 Clash on Saturday at Broadbeach, expectations high for a strong competitive game but Broadbeach had other ideas.
The Cats started strongly, 8 goals to 2 in the first quarter and they did not look back. With some electric debutants on either wing for the Cats, the Magpies struggled to find a matchup.
However, like last week we had opportunites early but did not convert in front of goal - perhaps the story of the season thus far.
To the Pies credit they worked hard to the final siren, and finished the game strongly to bring a hint of respectability to the scoreboard.
"It was a hard day today we did not bring our game and paid the price for not being at our best. They had some very good inclusions in this week and we really missed our injured players.
I was pleased we continued to battle out the contest all day and am looking forward to rising to the challenge of the next few weeks "