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Vic Country falls to WA despite Shepparton United’s Tanner Armstrong’s influence

By Callum Farquhar

Jul 6, 2026

Tanner Armstrong performed well at the National Championships on Friday. Photo by Riley Lockett

Tanner Armstrong’s draft case is building steadily after another positive effort in his National Championships campaign.

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Vic Country surrendered a first-half lead to Western Australia on Friday at Marvel Stadium, but Armstrong continued to highlight his ability to onlookers and recruiters under the roof.

Recording 29 disposals, Armstrong led Vic Country for possessions while playing across half-back.

Armstrong also recorded six marks, three tackles, four clearances and seven intercept possessions in his role, amassing 106 ranking points for the contest.

Vic Country’s 9.6 (60) to 10.16 (76) loss to the Black Swans hands Armstrong’s side a 1-1 record, the regional statesmen sitting fourth out of five on the National Championships ladder.

However, Wednesday at Mars Stadium, Ballarat, provides Vic Country with an opportunity to rebound, taking on 1-2 South Australia.

Echuca’s Cody Walker is expected to return from a calf injury for the clash, while Armstrong will look to continue his hot form against the Crow Eaters.

Vic Country’s final National Championships showcase is dated for Sunday, July 19 against Vic Metro at Ballarat.