Overview
- The Devils defeated Coburg 14.12 (96) to 11.13 (79) at a sold-out North Hobart Oval before 10,634 fans.
- Sam Siggins kicked the club’s first goal in the opening term, with Jed Hagan and Hugh Dixon booting four each.
- Stand-in captain Jye Menzie led a youthful side that featured 11 VFL debutants, maintaining a lead at every change.
- The match marked Tasmania’s first VFL appearance since 2008 and the maiden outing of the modern Devils franchise.
- CEO Brendon Gale says the next two VFL seasons are a build toward AFL entry in 2028, with a state-approved $1.13 billion stadium a condition of the club’s licence and Port Melbourne up next on March 28 at UTAS Stadium.