Two Western Bulldogs players featured in the coaches’ votes in the team’s round nine loss to Geelong. 

Mitch Wallis led the way for the Dogs with eight votes, for his 29-disposal, two-goal game.

Rising Star nominee Bailey Smith also featured, picking up one vote for his 28-disposal performance.

The votes were dominated by the Cats, who had five players feature.

Midfielder Mitch Duncan was a clear best-on-ground in the eyes of Luke Beveridge and Chris Scott, polling a perfect 10 votes. 

Tom Hawkins (four votes), Tim Kelly (three), Gary Rohan (two) and Mark Blicavs (two) also earned praise from the coaches.

Kelly’s three votes sees him move to the top of the leaderboard with 48 votes, alongside Carlton’s Patrick Cripps. 

Bulldogs vice-captain Marcus Bontempelli sits in equal third with 44 votes, alongside Brisbane’s Lachie Neale.

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