Josh Bruce's return to AFL football on Sunday has seen him voted best on ground by the coaches. 

The 26-year-old kicked had 18 disposals, four marks and kicked three goals in his first senior game in close to a year. 

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Five Saints polled votes in the Saints' clash with the Suns at Marvel Stadium.

Seb Ross (six), Jack Steven (four) and Jack Steele (two) all collected votes, while Jack Newnes rounded out the St Kilda contingent with one of his own.

Gold Coast pair Brayden Fiorini (seven) and Alex Sexton (three) also recieved votes after strong individual performances. 


ST KILDA v GOLD COAST

8
 Josh Bruce (STK)
7 Brayden Fiorini (GCS)
5 Seb Ross (STK)
4 Jack Steven (STK)
3 Alex Sexton (GCS)
2 Jack Steele (STK)
1 Jack Newnes (STK)