West Coast forward Jamie Cripps has credited strength in the contest as the key factor which saw West Coast snap a 16-game losing streak, holding off a fast-finishing North Melbourne.

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Speaking with the 6PR AFL team following the win, Cripps said Adam Simpson’s message was clear.

“We knew if we could win the contest, we’d be in good stead to get the win.”

“We sent one of our forwards into the stoppages to have that extra mid.”

“It’s bloody good to get a win”.