THE Bendigo Pioneers started their 2025 Coates Talent League campaign with a hard-fought 10-point win over the Tasmania Devils on Saturday.

After opening up a one-goal lead at quarter time, the Pioneers were able to maintain their advantage throughout the match to claim a 9.7 (61) to 7.9 (51) victory.

Bendigo Pioneers co-captain Hunter Wright was among the better players, along with Cody Walker,...