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The Amateur FootballerTHE JOURNAL OF THE VICTORIAN AMATEUR FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
June 20, 2015 $3.00 Vol. 15 No. 10
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L Michael Sholly @vafaceo
We have reached the half way mark of the season however with the vagaries and complexities of the draw not every team has played each other with some teams having already played twice whilst others are yet to play. It may be one of the first times in VAFA history that, in a ten team competition, we have two undefeated teams after nine rounds. All that will change today as Ormond host Kew.
When I played in the VAFA in the 1980’s these were two of the A Section clubs with Ormond the powerhouse of the competition in that period. Last Saturday they celebrated that success with a dinner in the MCC Dining Room attended by over 250 past and present players, officials and supporters. Things have changed but it is great that these two district clubs face off in what is the match of the round in the competition. This is not often the case for a Division 1 match.
The half way mark is a good time of reflection. Each has played an odd number of games so you are generally sitting above or below the win loss ratio. If you’re above you’re shooting for the finals, if below you probably haven’t fully shrugged off the threat of relegation.
AFL commentators have been saying that if you are off your game by a few percent then you will be beaten. In the VAFA, the mind games seem to be playing a big part and when you are playing well you seem to get on a roll. In recent weeks we saw that with Blacks and Collegians in the William Buck Premier but the Queen’s Birthday break didn’t do them any favours as they lost
momentum on the return.
In Division 3 and 4 it has been great to see Glen Eira and Mt Lilydale win their last three straight. Glen Eira has not had much success of late relegated two sections consecutively and starting this year with five consecutive losses. However, all credit to them as they have turned it around with three wins beating UHS-VU and Swinburne who were both in the four. The Saints head to Eley Park today who they have just moved above of on the ladder.
Mt Lilydale reassessed their club’s future with a year in Club XVIII before returning to Division 4. They too have had consecutive wins culminating in a one point victory last Saturday over previously undefeated Point Cook. It will be tough to follow up one undefeated team with another, as they play Canterbury this weekend.
The other side who has made significant progress in the last month is Fitzroy. Whist not getting the job done on the scoreboard early, they showed great signs against Old Melburnians in Round 6 before winning their last three including a significant away win over second placed St Bede’s/Mentone Tigers. Fitzroy face the biggest task in Amateur football at the moment as they host the all conquering St Kevin’s. A true test of their improvement.
All these clubs were down the bottom but have proven that you just need that all-important win to get your confidence back. This is evident in the above stories and hopefully a few more clubs in the bottom half of the ladders can take these examples and get on a roll to win a few in a row to give their players and supporters some hope for the second half of the year.
HALFWAY ANALYSIS
2 THE AMATEUR FOOTBALLER 2015
Andrew Leonard @ Lennytalk
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A look back at the photos from round 9 last years showed it to be a miserable day, with overused grounds essentially mud and the scores were, as would be expected low considering the conditions. Not only was the sun shining on weekend just gone, but the football on display was at times breathtaking. The skills in William Buck Premier have lifted again. After a lackluster few weeks, many of the games had exhibition type passages of play. The halfway house has Old Trinity and St Bernards at one and two and as far as I am concerned you can lock them in for September. Old Carey and Old Xaverians round out the four with question marks still hovering over both sides as their best and worst are so far apart. De La Salle and Beaumaris are holding up the ladder and it pains me to say I think De La might be heading to Premier B at this point. There is still room for optimism for Beauy, especially considering the free fall of Old Scotch.
So what of the Cardinals? Impressive opening day win against the reigning premiers. Gutsy wins against Collegians and Beaumaris before the wheels have fallen off. Six straight losses compounded by their latest loss to Uni Blues last week at Camberwell. This one hurt too, what with Blues also without a win in five weeks. Enter Ross Young. If there was any doubt about his brilliance this was a reminder of just what a classy player he is. Five goals and multiple score involvements had the Blues pivoting around the Young fulcrum. Marc James also shone with four goals after missing much of this season it was good to see him back, albeit in the unfamiliar #42. Old Scotch did rally late as they often do at home and got to within eight points before Blues broke clear for a much needed win.
Beaumaris took the game up to Old Trintiy in the opening quarter at Daley oval, but for all the football they controlled, a return of 1.8 effectively cost them the game there and then. Trinity would always come back at the opposition as they have so often this year and it was imperative for Beaumaris to have a lead. Each week it seems another Old Trinity youngster steps up and this
week it was Luther Juric and Seb Nicolosi who caused headaches for the opposition. With the skipper gone, these young stars will need to keep the momentum of this green maching going. Nicolosi ended the day with five as Old Trinity built their advantage at every break after quarter time. Daniel Gribbin again was a standout for the Sharks with four goals and despite good form in recent weeks this wasn’t their best showing.
It was thrilling football at Dunshea Oval, Old Carey and Collegians playing one of the cleanest games seen in some time. Skills were exquisite, barely a repeat stoppage as the sides went goal for goal. Collegians playing style is just fantastic to watch. They take the game on through the corridor, but if anything they seemed to over handball. Old Carey cottoned onto this and rolled their midfielders and forwards up the ground to meet the oncoming handballing runners. As a result Carey laid more tackles and invariably caused a turnover or at worst a stoppage. Carey would also be thrilled with their set plays from these stoppages and kickins that netted them a number of scores. Their kicking game was back and Ben Smithwick was often dynamic and always lethal with the ball in hand. Courtney Hylton and Lindsay Apted both won plenty of the ball for the Lions, but so too did Howat and Smithwick and more often than not they kicked where Collegians handballed.
What is it about Old Xaverians and De La Salle? This game had enough of a similarity to their meeting earlier this year as De La Salle pushed hard late for a win. Xavs again controlled the scoreboard and with the debut of Luke Ball for the club and the return of Nick Wynne, Xavs certainly had a decent side playing on paper. But they do bring the best out of De La Salle regardless of where they are on the ladder. Matt Fieldsend
had a brilliant day, as did Sam Haslem for the home side. Ball didn’t make the best, but another player with AFL experience in Marcus Allan was instrumental in Xavs getting the win. De La can be happy they kicked more goals in the second half than the first, but will be flat at losing a game that was their for the taking.
At quarter time at University Oval, Old Carey’s scoreline two weeks prior of 0.6 wasn’t looking so bad. Blacks had 5.2 on the board to St Bernard’s miserly 0.3. Fast-forward three quarters and the Snowdogs had added 21 goals to Blacks 4. What happened? No one has really been able to explain the seismic shift that took place. Blacks had a purple patch in the second half of the first term, then they couldn’t get near it for the rest of the day. St Bernard’s had runners and options everywhere. St Bernard’s produced great quality
football that you expect from a top two side. Blacks – well who knows? Perhaps the break did them no favours. Nick Cooke is a classy player and he finished with four. Then throw a blanket over the rest of the team as no fewer than thirteen Bernards players kicked goals. Scary stuff! Nathan Kazuro did a great job in the middle and Simon Caven did his Coaches MVP credentials no damage with another big performance.
WILLIAM BUCK PREMIER LAST ROUND PREMIER RESERVE
Old Xaverians 2.4, 7.9, 11.9, 13.12 (90)De La Salle 5.3, 7.5, 8.9, 12.13 (85)GOALS, Old Xaverians: J. Hannan 4, M. Margin 3, J. Douglas 1, P. Tiernan 1, N. Wynne 1, E. Prowse 1, M. Handley 1, M. Allan 1 De La Salle: A. Indovino 3, L. Harrison 2, D. Lowe 2, T. Curry 1, H. Ramsay 1, M. Fieldsend 1, M. Moore 1, D. Close 1BEST, Old Xaverians: M. Allan, P. Tiernan, C. Beetham, N. Wynne, L. Denton, M. DarvellDe La Salle: S. Haslem, M. Fieldsend, J. Gotch, H. Nicholson, E. Murphy, A. KneeboneOld Carey Grammarians 4.1, 9.3, 14.7, 17.13 (115)Collegians 2.4, 7.7, 9.9, 11.10 (76)GOALS, Old Carey Grammarians: M. Evans 3, J. King 3, J. Reid 3, B. Smithwick 3, C. Howat 2, J. Rowe 1, C. Jones 1, J. Rimington 1 Collegians: N. Corp 5, W. Tardif 2, J. Hocking 1, M. Singleton 1, C. Middleton 1, A. Fahie 1BEST, Old Carey Grammarians: C. Howat, B. Smithwick, C. Crowther, J. King, W. Walker, T. SmithCollegians: L. Apted, N. Corp, W. Tardif, A. Fahie, C. Hylton, S. HibbinsUniversity Blues 4.3, 8.5, 11.8, 17.10 (112)Old Scotch 1.4, 4.6, 6.9, 11.14 (80)GOALS, University Blues: R. Young 5, M. James 4, X. McMahon 3, G. Curnow 3, T. Quinn 2Old Scotch: N. Jamieson 2, J. Daggian 1, H. Northey 1, J. Bull 1, J. Bowden 1, A. Houlihan 1, S. Margitich 1, H. Perry 1, C. Watts 1, J. Strauss 1BEST, University Blues: R. Young, P. Summers, M. James, S. Carr, P. Hayes, C. WilliamsOld Scotch: J. Bull, N. Cox, N. Jamieson, S. Sherwen, H. Northey, J. StraussOld Trinity Grammarians 1.2, 6.6, 10.10, 15.13 (103)Beaumaris FC 1.8, 3.8, 4.10, 6.14 (50)GOALS, Old Trinity Grammarians: S. Nicolosi 5, L. Juric 4, J. Spassopoulos 2, J. Steinhart 1, A. Polidoros 1, C. Manoussakis 1, G. Hamilton 1 Beaumaris FC: D. Gribbin 4, W. Gillespie 1, W. Edmonds 1BEST, Old Trinity Grammarians: L. Juric, G. Hamilton, C. Pohl, S. Nicolosi, L. Pacconi, N. HuntBeaumaris FC: W. Murton, D. Gribbin, T. Dean, T. Gandy, A. Carroll, D. PritchardSt Bernards 0.3, 6.8, 13.15, 21.16 (142)University Blacks 5.2, 7.2, 7.5, 9.9 (63)GOALS, St Bernards: N. Cooke 4, A. McLeod 2, C. Jones 2, J. Bevanda 2, J. Manunzio 2, S. Clarke 2, A. Merrington 1, T. Cartledge 1, N. Kazuro 1, C. Peart 1, A. Singleton 1, T. Sullivan 1, A. Boyse 1 University Blacks: J. Ernest 2, A. Pitt 2, A. Robbins 2, S. Hogan 1, B. Mahon 1, J. Quaile 1 BEST, St Bernards: N. Kazuro, C. Peart, A. Bentick, S. Caven, S. Clarke, N. CookeUniversity Blacks: A. Pitt, S. Thomas, H. Curnow, B. Mahon, J. Ernest, A. Robbins
Old Xaverians 4.2, 9.3, 12.6, 16.10 (106)De La Salle 4.1, 5.1, 7.3, 8.7 (55)GOALS, Old Xaverians: A. Mathis 5, H. Symon 3, R. Ralph 2, M. Douglas 2, M. Kjoege 2, H. Batten 1, M. Peric 1 De La Salle: L. Jarvis 2, J. Bull 1, T. Kovess 1, M. De Luca 1, J. Gava 1, M. Hamilton 1, L. Williams 1BEST, Old Xaverians: A. Mathis, A. Pasceri, B. Plant, M. Henderson, J. Ulbrick, M. KjoegeDe La Salle: T. Kovess, S. Lowe, S. Hogan, J. Bull, J. Mattiske, M. De LucaCollegians 5.1, 8.6, 15.7, 20.10 (130)Old Carey Gr 0.2, 0.5, 3.8, 4.8 (32)GOALS, Collegians: J. Dougherty 5, F. Sullivan 3, J. Hampton 3, T. Baxter 2, S. Cutts 2, Z. Gibson 1, W. Pocknee 1, E. Cattell 1, H. Pool 1, J. Dixon 1 Old Carey Gr: C. O’Brien 1, T. Laidlaw 1, M. Cushen 1, S. Cambridge 1BEST, Collegians: J. Kenyon-Smith, J. Dougherty , Z. Gibson, A. Croft, M. Barton, F. SullivanOld Carey Gr: B. Easton, R. Mitchelhill, C. Wallace, N. Colbert, C. Bell, P. AkecUniversity Blues 3.0, 6.4, 12.7, 16.8 (104)Old Scotch 4.2, 6.7, 9.8, 13.13 (91)GOALS, University Blues: J. Wood 3, C. Craig 2, H. Evans 2, W. Hartnell 2, P. Gardiner 2, G. McFarlane 1, A. Wettenhall 1, D. Withers 1, W. McFarlane 1, A. Twopeny 1 Old Scotch: N. Walmsley 5, W. Strange 4, B. Borland 1, A. Harlock 1, E. Furey 1, W. Carroll 1BEST, University Blues: A. Harris, T. Girdwood, A. Wettenhall, J. Wood, B. Taylor, W. McFarlaneOld Scotch: S. Leith, W. Strange, B. Borland, W. Michael, J. Raines, C. O’ShannessyBeaumaris FC 3.1, 6.3, 9.6, 10.10 (70)Old Trinity Gr 2.0, 5.0, 6.1, 6.4 (40)GOALS, Beaumaris FC: T. Pritchard 3, S. Brennan 3, T. Perkin 1, J. Di Natale 1, S. Scott 1, P. Richter 1Old Trinity Gr: A. Ramsden 4, N. Valkanis 1, A. Heuston 1BEST, Beaumaris FC: S. Scott, S. McNicholas, P. Richter, T. Pritchard, M. Ensor, L. EdmondsonOld Trinity Gr: S. Meighan, S. Emerson, A. Hasiotis, A. Heuston, C. Riggs, N. ChamberlainSt Bernards 3.4, 4.10, 11.12, 13.13 (91)University Blacks 4.0, 7.1, 9.4, 13.7 (85)GOALS, St Bernards: A. Corsetti 4, B. Garth 2, Z. O’Halloran 2, S. Piantella 1, D. Wall 1, S. Fleming 1, L. Scerri 1, G. Zoccali 1 University Blacks: S. Forrest 6, T. Howgate 3, J. Hill 1, L. Huntington 1, D. Kelly 1, J. Dawson 1BEST, St Bernards: Z. O’Halloran, M. Pearce, S. Piantella, S. Fleming, J. Hedley, G. ZoccaliUniversity Blacks: L. Devine, T. Howgate, S. Forrest, H. Herben, J. Hill, H. King
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At the halfway point of the Premier B season things remain interesting. AJAX stayed in contention for the top four with a 20 point win over Caulfield, which was set up with an eight-goal second quarter. The ‘Fields got within 5 points at the last change but the Jackas did enough to grab the points.
Fitzroy won their third on the trot with a comfortable 58 point win over Hampton, who are now well and truly back with the pack. The Roys led at every change and a six-goal final term ensured a nice boost to their percentage. Guy Martyn kicked three for the Rovers in his first game since Round 2.
Old Melburnians jumped to third place on the ladder with a 64 point demolition of Mazenod. The Nodders must have spent a bit too much time watching Essendon play, as they could only manage six behinds in a disappointing first half, while OMs piled on nine goals.
On paper, the match of the round was definitely the “second versus third” clash between St Bedes/Mentone and Old Brighton. However, it failed to live up to expectation as the Tigers ran out 38-point winners at Brindisi Street Oval. After a tight first half, a five goal to nil third quarter sealed the Tonners’ fate. Despite the loss they are still one game clear inside the top four while the Tigers and OMs remain the closest challengers to the rampaging St Kevins juggernaut.
I’m struggling to find new and interesting things to write about St Kevin’s that truly does them justice. They continued on their merry way against a hapless Parkdale Vultures line-up, recording the biggest win of the season so far, a 149-point belting. SKOBs were nothing if not consistent, kicking quarter goal totals of five, eight, five and eight. One of the outstanding aspects of St Kevin’s season so far is the number of contributors they have each week, both around the ground and on the scoreboard. Again they had 13 goal kickers on this day.
Since we are halfway through the season, I decided to compile a mid-season review to give a snapshot of the season so far. I think it makes interesting reading. The ‘top 5’ list of players is in no particular
order. Regarding the predicted finish, it’s not that I’m unadventurous, it’s simply that I can’t see much changing in terms of ladder positions. I look forward to the lower ranked teams proving me wrong in the second half of the season.
AJAX (7TH, 4 WINS-5 LOSSES)Players used: 34Played every game: 9 (Bade-Boon, Cohen, Jankie, B. Kalmus, Lew, Lewis, Ludski, Shafar, Thurin)Goalkickers: Jake Lew (28), Adam Caplan (12)Top 5: A Caplan, Jankie, Cohen, Measey, LewPredicted finish: 7th
CAULFIELD (9TH, 2-7)Players used: 42Played every game: 5 (Gates, Nixon, D. O’Keefe, Slonim, Spittal)Goalkickers: Keegan Stewart (14), Louis O’Keefe (14), Tom Green (14), Thomas Small (10)Top 5: Neratzoglou, Nixon, Reilly, D O’Keefe, L O’KeefePredicted finish: 10th
OLD BRIGHTON (4TH, 5-4)Players used: 36Played every game: 5 (Cannon, Dewar, Mariani, Nicholls, Verney)Goalkickers: Daniel Anthony (26), Charlie King (12)Top 5: Verney, Bruin, Dewar, Jakobi, NichollsPredicted finish: 3rd
OLD MELBOURNE (3RD, 6-3)Players used: 38Played every game: 4 (Cumbrae-Stewart, Hosking, Karatzas, Thompson)Goalkickers: Alexander Armstrong (14), Thomas Hywood (12), George Hurley-Wellington (10)Top 5: Rosenthal, Cumbrae-Stewart, Hurley-Wellington, Borthwick, PaulePredicted finish: 4th
PARKDALE (10TH, 2-7)Players used: 41Played every game: 10 (T. Boland, Chapman, Chitty, C Dillon, Edwards, Graham, Moloney, Morgan, Ng, Redmond)Goalkickers: Timothy Boland (12), Liam Platt (8)
Top 5: C Dillon, Moloney , Chitty, T Boland, PlattPredicted finish: 9th
ST BEDES/MENTONE (2ND, 6-3)Players used: 34Played every game: 13 (Coen, Doherty, T Garside, D Garside, Kean, Mangoni, O’Toole, Richards, Robertson, J Tyquin, P Tyquin, T Tyquin, Velluto)Goalkickers: Luke Velluto (25), Michael Barnes (14), James Colyvan (11), Mitchell Coen (11), Patrick Tyquin (10)Top 5: P Tyquin, Kean, Richards, T Tyquin, VellutoPredicted finish: 2nd
ST KEVINS (1ST, 9-0)Players used: 36Played every game: 8 (Coates, Edgar, Ginies, Jones, Kanakis, Lynch, Williams, Wissell) Goalkickers: Philip Edgar (22), Anthony Lynch (17), Henry Parkes (14), Billy Kanakis (13), Zachary Ginies (12), Callum Matheson (11), Steven Salopek (11) Gerard Gleeson (10)Top 5: Edgar, Kanakis, Williams, S Salopek, CoatesPredicted finish: 1st
PREMIER B LAST ROUND PREMIER B RESERVE
AJAX 2.4, 10.5, 11.8, 15.12 (102)Caulfield Grammarians 4.2, 6.3, 10.9, 12.10 (82)GOALS, AJAX: R. Simon 4, C. Jankie 2, D. Fayman 2, D. Rotenberg 2, J. Ludski 1, A. Burstin 1, N. Marks 1, J. Lew 1, G. Measey 1 Caulfield Grammarians: T. Green 4, T. Small 3, J. Shanahan 2, J. Neratzoglou 1, L. Everett 1, K. Stewart 1BEST, AJAX: N. Marks, G. Measey, E. Routman, C. Jankie, A. Burstin, B. KalmusCaulfield Grammarians: T. Small, D. O’Keefe, T. Green, J. Neratzoglou, D. Reilly, T. NixonFitzroy FC 4.6, 7.8, 10.9, 16.13 (109)Hampton Rovers AFC 2.2, 5.4, 6.9, 7.9 (51)GOALS, Fitzroy FC: M. Brown 3, C. Stevic 2, D. Patcas 2, W. Fenton 2, M. Kyroussis 2, T. Cheshire 1, R. Angiolella 1, J. Dalton 1, R. Borland 1, L. Edwards 1Hampton Rovers AFC: G. Martyn 3, E. Turner 2, D. Corp 1, S. Clements 1BEST, Fitzroy FC: A. Green, N. Marshall, T. Cheshire, L. Edwards, R. Angiolella, S. BakerHampton Rovers AFC: A. Spencer, J. Lloyd, E. Turner, B. Clarke, S. Bradford, L. FletcherOld Melburnians 4.4, 9.7, 14.10, 17.14 (116)Mazenod OC 0.1, 0.6, 4.8, 7.10 (52)GOALS, Old Melburnians: A. Armstrong 6, T. Marshall 2, H. Hanlon 2, S. Watson 2, S. Gibbons 1, P. Garschagen 1, G. Hurley-Wellington 1, N. De Steiger 1, I. Griffiths 1Mazenod OC: J. Dalton 3, G. Lofthouse 2, B. Phibbs 2BEST, Old Melburnians: A. Armstrong, L. Borthwick, T. Rosenthal, S. Watson, S. Gibbons, A. Karatzas Mazenod OC: T. Wilson, T. McKenna, D. Izon, P. Johnson, N. Snibson, S. BlackSt Bedes / Mentone Tigers AFC 4.0, 7.3, 12.7, 14.11 (95)Old Brighton Grammarians 2.3, 4.3, 4.7, 8.9 (57)GOALS, St Bedes / Mentone Tigers AFC: L. Velluto 4, L. Terrell 2, P. Tyquin 2, M. Wintle 2, B. O’Toole 1, J. Robertson 1, J. Tyquin 1, S. Richards 1Old Brighton Grammarians: J. Rutter 2, A. Gunning 1, J. Dickerson 1, M. Slater 1, C. King 1, M. Dewar 1, D. Verney 1BEST, St Bedes / Mentone Tigers AFC: S. Richards, P. Wintle, T. Garside, D. Garside, L. Velluto, L. StutterdOld Brighton Grammarians: M. Bruin, D. Verney, B. Gadsden, R. Cummin, T. Fogarty, B. JarickSt Kevins OB 5.3, 13.6, 18.14, 26.19 (175)Parkdale Vultures 1.1, 1.1, 2.2, 4.2 (26)GOALS, St Kevins OB: S. Gilham 5, J. Salopek 4, C. Matheson 2, L. Nankervis 2, B. McCann 2, A. Lynch 2, P. Edgar 2, H. Parkes 2, J. Gysberts 1, G. Gleeson 1, D. Jones 1, S. Salopek 1, Z. Ginies 1Parkdale Vultures: T. Boland 1, J. Edwards 1, N. Ng 1, C. Dillon 1BEST, St Kevins OB: G. Gleeson, J. Salopek, M. Murphy, K. Wissell, W. Coates, B. DowdParkdale Vultures: B. Stevenson, C. Dillon, G. Crilley, T. Redmond, J. Manning, P. Sullivan
AJAX 3.9, 5.12, 10.16, 12.19 (91)Caulfield Gr 1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 6.8 (44)GOALS, AJAX: A. Wollan 3, D. Goodman 2, B. Joel 2, B. Michowski 2, J. Berkowitz 1, J. Kramersh 1, S. Roth 1Caulfield Gr: W. Osborn 2, R. Handel 1, T. Stewart 1, T. Yelland 1, A. Bednarek 1BEST, AJAX: A. Wollan, B. Joel , R. Abraham, J. Berkowitz, N. Greenberger, D. GoodmanCaulfield Gr: L. Matias, M. Smith, T. Yelland, L. Kellock, W. Osborn, R. Handel
Fitzroy FC 3.4, 4.6, 7.12, 9.14 (68)Hampton Rovers AFC 0.0, 3.2, 5.3, 8.6 (54)GOALS, Fitzroy FC: M. Racovalis 2, S. Petsinis 2, S. Buckley 1, B. McAdam 1, S. Hurley 1, D. Lee 1, L. Sugrue 1Hampton Rovers AFC: B. Pewtress 3, M. Care 2, T. Jones 1, D. Morton 1, M. Ryan 1BEST, Fitzroy FC: S. Dalton, L. Sugrue, N. Ligris, J. Meakin, S. Green, D. OlarenshawHampton Rovers AFC: O. Jewell, G. Hillary, M. Dynon, M. Care, D. Andersen, B. Pewtress
Old Melburnians 2.3, 6.9, 8.12, 16.15 (111)Mazenod OC 0.2, 2.2, 5.2, 5.2 (32)GOALS, Old Melburnians: T. Hywood 8, E. Fanning 3, N. Madders 2, M. Marangon 1, J. Brandwood 1, H. Macciolli 1Mazenod OC: J. Egan 3, A. Muling 1, B. Woods 1BEST, Old Melburnians: T. Hywood, H. Macciolli, E. Fanning, A. Coleridge, M. Marangon, M. McCoyMazenod OC: L. Riley, M. Rich, F. Reed, A. Muling, M. Rice, B. Woods
St Bedes / Mentone Tigers AFC 7.1, 13.2, 18.6, 21.10 (136)Old Brighton Grammarians 2.2, 7.4, 7.5, 9.5 (59)GOALS, St Bedes / Mentone Tigers AFC: J. Dalzotto 4, B. Schubert 4, M. Caia 4, T. Jeans 3, B. Hodges 2, J. Beckwith 1, L. Mirams 1, L. Hulse 1, C. Michaud 1
St Kevins OB 6.3, 14.7, 20.8, 26.14 (170)Parkdale Vultures 1.0, 1.1, 4.4, 6.4 (40)GOALS, St Kevins OB: J. Mullen 5, J. Stewart 3, M. Lattanzio 3, R. Stagg 2, J. Wallis 2, P. McLennan 2, P. Karageorgiou 2, W. Ostrowsky 1, J. Taylor 1, T. Hickey 1, T. McMaster 1, B. Sullivan 1, F. Keely 1, S. Kennedy 1Parkdale Vultures: R. Irvine 2, J. Stent-Powell 1, P. Lee 1, J. Waters 1, T. Kight 1BEST, St Kevins OB: J. Staffieri, J. Stewart, B. Sullivan, S. Kennedy, J. Wallis, J. TaylorParkdale Vultures: S. Sullivan, J. Waters, T. Kight, T. McLENNAN, J. Everest, D. Stewart-Niven
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The gap between the top four and the rest of the competition just got bigger as all four sealed victory last weekend – extending the break to two games. Old Haileyburians consolidated fourth spot with a win over Peninsula in an old-fashioned eight-point game. Old Ivanhoe kept its top spot hold for another week following a victory over Williamstown CYMS. Old Camberwell set up the comeback of the season at Oakleigh, but failed at the final hurdle. While Marcellin and Monash Blues both secured 100+ point victories over opponents PEGS and Therry Penola.
Old Haileyburians strengthened their side with the inclusions of John Nicolopoulos and Josh Dawson. They proved to be the difference against Peninsula who desperately needed the win to jump back into the top four. Old Haileybury was too good early with goals from the inclusions to lead by 22 at quarter time. The Pirates got some momentum going in the second but couldn’t add any scoreboard pressure as the deficit slipped to just 21 points. The Bloods increased its advantage in the third to game-high 31 points, Peninsula won the last quarter however only reducing the margin by a single goal. Nicolopoulos kicked five in the Bloods’ 25 point victory. Tim Witherow was best on with a strong performance down back.
Old Ivanhoe’s claim on top spot contiues another week as the Hoes dispatched Williamstown CYMS at home. Three goals in the first ten minutes and the game looked like being a cakewalk for Ivanhoe. From here the contest was a lot tighter than scores suggest as Williamstown rallied with four goals to Ivanhoe’s six. The CYs’ struggle this season was defined by its second quarter efforts. They reversed this controlling the centre, peppering the goals, but only managing to tie the scores at halftime. Old Ivanhoe made the CY’s pay with five goals in the third and another four in the last to win by 25 points. Bradley Thompson kicked five, Michael Mitris was best on ground.
Oakleigh had the game under wraps for three quarters against Old Camberwell until a remarkable turn around in the last, which would
have sent a fright through the Oakleigh camp. Oakleigh dominated the first half, keeping the Wellers to just one goal while kicking six of its own and a margin of 30 points. It was increased to 35 at three quarter time, and Old Camberwell were up for the challenge to chase. The Wellers kicked eight goals in the final quarter to snatch a slender lead but the Krushers answered to edge back the advantage by five points as the final siren sounded. Inaccuracy in the first three quarters tallying 4.15 cost Old Camberwell a stunning victory. Trevor Bromley was B.O.G with seven goals in the victory.
Marcellin travelled to PEGS sporting fields to tackle the last placed PEGS and the difference in ladder position showed on the field. The second placed Eagles took off immediately with six goals in the first term. Another six in the second quarter presented warning signs of the potential final margin. Marcellin broke the 100 point barrier in the third and not long after broke the 100 point margin in the fourth. James Robertson and Jarrod Carlson were the major beneficiaries, with 10 goals between the pair. The final margin ended at 113 with Anthony Beaini polling top votes in the dominating display.
Therry Penola were outgunned at home as the traveling Monash Blues tamed the Lions convincingly. Therry tried to stick with the raging Blues as the away side pushed the halftime margin to almost six goals. The Lions’ opportunity to bounce back was blown away in the third as the game was put beyond doubt following Therry’s goalless term. Monash squeezed to a 100 point advantage late in the fourth, however the margin could’ve been worse if it wasn’t for Monash’s inaccuracy. Charlie Rossetti was named
best afield in a solid team effort as the Blues remain in the hunt for top spot.
This week, Williamstown CYMS host Oakleigh, after scraping past Old Camberwell last weekend the Krushers will be hoping to prevent anymore heart issues and get the points without any scares. Old Haileybury travel to Monash Blues, a big game with both square at 7-2 win-loss. The Bloods have a strong side at the moment, but at home the advantage goes to the Blues. Therry Penola versus Old Camberwell, tipping the Lions to get the win. Marcellin tackles Peninsula at Marcellin College, Peninsula need to beat top four teams to replace them so this is a must win, however expect Marcellin to be too strong. Top faces bottom as Old Ivanhoe plays PEGS at the sporting fields. There will be no miracles here as Ivanhoe keep their hold on the crown of top spot.
PREMIER C LAST ROUND PREMIER C RESERVEOakleigh AFC 4.4, 6.9, 10.14, 14.15 (99)Old Camberwell Gr 1.5, 1.9, 4.15, 12.22 (94)GOALS, Oakleigh AFC: T. Bromley 7, A. Cloke 3, S. Wines 1, P. Di Siervi 1, S. Briggs 1, G. Bennett 1Old Camberwell Gr: N. Adamson 3, R. Campbell 3, J. Allen 2, A. Clarke 2, B. Hart 1, T. Allwright 1BEST, Oakleigh AFC: T. Bromley, S. Wines, S. Borland, L. Gillard, A. Murray, P. IoannidisOld Camberwell Gr: R. Campbell, P. Bennett, N. Adamson, T. Allwright, J. Allen, S. BoyceOld Haileyburians 4.4, 6.8, 10.12, 12.15 (87)Peninsula OB 1.0, 3.5, 6.5, 9.8 (62)GOALS, Old Haileyburians: J. Nicolopoulos 5, J. Dawson 2, J. Paul 1, L. Treverton 1, C. Faulkner 1, A. Thomson 1Peninsula OB: W. Harbinson 3, H. Whitty 2, J. Fletcher 1, S. Barbour 1, S. Payze 1, A. Marshall 1BEST, Old Haileyburians: T. Witherow, J. Dawson, H. McLauchlan, P. Gleadhill, L. Nash, L. TrevertonPeninsula OB: W. Harbinson, H. Whitty, J. Fletcher, T. Feldgen, B. Kellerman, H. BrodieOld Ivanhoe Gr 6.3, 7.5, 12.5, 16.10 (106)Williamstown CYMS 4.4, 6.11, 8.13, 11.15 (81)GOALS, Old Ivanhoe Gr: B. Thompson 5, R. Skok 3, R. Glavas 3, M. Mitris 2, B. Flintoff 1, M. Delmonte 1, O. Parks 1Williamstown CYMS: N. Ebinger 3, M. Knight 3, J. Gray 2, R. Ackerly 2, J. Hogarth 1BEST, Old Ivanhoe Gr: M. Mitris, S. Wilcox, R. Glavas, J. Stanton, A. Paine, S. GeilingsWilliamstown CYMS: J. Gray, R. Ackerly, P. Johnson, T. Johnstone, M. Knight, N. EbingerMarcellin OC 6.1, 12.6, 15.10, 25.11 (161)PEGS Football Club 2.3, 5.5, 6.5, 7.6 (48)GOALS, Marcellin OC: J. Robertson 6, J. Carlson 4, J. Antypas 3, J. Bortolotto 3, J. Blanch 2, R. Costanzo 2, A. Beaini 1, M. Gasparini 1, M. Abrahams 1, J. Maher 1, M. Beayni 1PEGS Football Club: A. Frazer 1, T. Skurrie 1, J. Vovos 1, J. Rogers 1, A. Khallouf 1, M. Wilson 1, T. Black 1BEST, Marcellin OC: A. Beaini, J. Bortolotto, A. Viney, J. Robertson, J. Carlson, J. BlanchPEGS Football Club: B. Jones, R. Jones, J. Young, R. Baddeley, A. Khallouf, D. RowlandMonash Blues 3.7, 8.11, 12.20, 18.24 (132)Therry Penola OB 2.1, 4.3, 4.4, 4.7 (31)GOALS, Monash Blues: G. Taylor 3, A. Oppy 3, C. Rossetti 2, L. Darcy 2, J. Griffiths 2, A. Young 2, M. Hardiman 2, J. Cockburn 1, S. Le Lievre 1Therry Penola OB: C. Bannister 2, J. Bannister 2BEST, Monash Blues: C. Rossetti, C. Cosgriff, D. Easson, A. Oppy, G. Taylor, T. CameronTherry Penola OB: B. Ratcliffe, M. Costello, J. Gough, M. Reynolds, C. Kilbane, J. Humphrey
Old Camberwell Gr 5.1, 8.3, 11.5, 14.8 (92)Oakleigh AFC 4.1, 9.3, 10.4, 13.6 (84)GOALS, Old Camberwell Gr: B. Cottrell 4, G. Vitinaros 3, C. Allen 2, M. Jenkin 2, T. Vogel 1, M. Vogel 1, M. Todd 1Oakleigh AFC: J. Hunt 3, N. Miller 3, J. Revere 1, A. Matthieson 1, S. Harris 1, A. Binns 1, J. Benoiton 1, A. Paisley 1, J. Van De Ven 1BEST, Old Camberwell Gr: M. Jenkin, M. Cottrell, C. Urwin, C. Gorman, B. Hillier, A. ParkerOakleigh AFC: J. Hunt, J. Revere, M. Glum, E. Catalla, M. Klonaridis, N. MillerPeninsula OB 4.2, 7.8, 10.11, 15.16 (106)Old Haileyburians 3.0, 6.2, 11.3, 14.6 (90)GOALS, Peninsula OB: J. Archdeacon 5, T. Scarpella 3, M. Beggs 2, L. Newton 1, B. Pullen 1, B. Macaulay 1, E. Coghlan 1, B. Mitchell 1Old Haileyburians: M. Seccull 3, B. Voss 3, D. Newby 2, B. Skelton 2, J. Donnelly 1, S. Mulholland 1, E. Limon 1, D. Gauci 1BEST, Peninsula OB: B. Tracy, T. Grigg, B. Macaulay, Z. Kurts, M. Beggs, B. MitchellOld Haileyburians: N. Broadhead, D. Newby, N. Bourke, M. Dummett, M. Seccull, B. VossWilliamstown CYMS 4.5, 8.7, 14.11, 17.13 (115)Old Ivanhoe Gr 2.1, 3.1, 5.1, 7.4 (46)GOALS, Williamstown CYMS: M. Christakakis 5, B. Hynes 3, S. Raunik 2, Z. Read 2, F. Henry 1, M. Tennant 1, M. Cavarra 1, R. Danaher 1, C. Cini 1Old Ivanhoe Gr: R. Weddle 4, A. Solomidis 1, M. Golden 1, M. Broughan 1BEST, Williamstown CYMS: G. Daaboul, N. Bratby, M. Cavarra, J. Neylon, J. Newton, C. CiniOld Ivanhoe Gr: J. O’Neill, R. Weddle, M. Golden, A. Solomidis, J. Apostolopoulos, T. HillMarcellin OC 3.6, 6.6, 12.9, 14.10 (94)PEGS Football Club 0.2, 1.4, 1.6, 3.8 (26)GOALS, Marcellin OC: J. Licciardi 3, T. Jones 2, S. Crapper 2, R. Di Roberto 2, J. Edwards 1, P. Lunn 1, S. Considine 1, N. James 1, A. O’Sullivan 1PEGS Football Club: L. Sutawan 2, J. Clarke 1BEST, Marcellin OC: W. Delahunty, S. Considine, J. Licciardi, J. Baxter, P. Lunn, L. RicePEGS Football Club: J. Condon, J. Marr, J. French, B. Glassford, C. Glassford, M. NolaMonash Blues 4.1, 5.3, 7.7, 7.9 (51)Therry Penola OB 0.1, 5.2, 5.4, 6.12 (48)GOALS, Monash Blues: D. Brogden 2, B. Tilley 2, G. Powles 1, J. Mazur 1, H. Davies 1Therry Penola OB: P. Scarpino 2, D. Angus 2, J. Quinn 1, E. Benson 1BEST, Monash Blues: Z. Rundell - Gordon, C. Godsil, G. Powles, B. Tilley, R. Phillips, H. BrouwerTherry Penola OB: M. Trimble, D. Blake, D. Angus, D. McCracken, S. Bye, J. Blake
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Results of Tribunal – 27 May 2015
Ashley Lim, Old Scotch. Unreasonably rough conduct, 3 matches.
*Robert Deev, Old Camberwell. Striking, 2 matches.
*Alex Vella, Old Ivanhoe. Unreasonably rough conduct, 2 matches.
*James Rogers, St. Marys. Unreasonably rough conduct, 2 matches.
*John Thompson, Old Mentonians. Striking, 2 matches.
*Carson Strobel, St Johns. Striking, 2 matches.
*Thomas Hyde, Point Cook. Striking, 2 matches.
*Liam Bull, Mt Lilydale. Headbutting, 3 matches.
*Harrison Hill, Old Carey (Under-19). Striking, 2 matches.
*Will Wright, Old Carey (Under-19). Elbowing, 2 matches.
*Accepted Prescribed penalty.
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FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAMEThis week the column bids farewell to VAFA Media and Communications Manager Andrew Leonard. Andrew joined the VAFA in the same week he will depart, three years ago. In that time Andrew has written more 300 stories in the For the Love of the Game column. Andrew next week commences as the new Digital Media Manager at Hawthorn Football Club in the AFL.
ORMOND CELEBRATES PAST GLORIES IN STYLE
It was the most successful period in the history of the Ormond Amateur Football Club – 1985-1990. This six year period netted a total of nine premierships – 5 A Section Senior premierships and 4 A Section Reserves premierships.
Current Ormond players and supporters were joined by 61 of the 92 former Ormond premiership players for the ‘Celebration of an Era’ function held last Saturday evening. In total, 255 of the Ormond faithful converged on the home of football, the MCC Members Dining
Room at the MCG, to hear stories and watch footage of highlights from this golden era of the Club.
The VAFA’s legendary coach, and coach of the five A Senior premierships, Mike McArthur-Allen, delivered an enlightening account of the foundations for the Club’s incredible success during this period. He was followed by four time premiership captain, Russell Barnes, who spoke of the uncompromising and ruthless style of play of the Ormond teams of that era, whilst Tim Stewart, the Club’s games record holder and multiple reserves premiership player, provided a humorous account of the wags and personalities who combined as premiership reserves players.
Other highlights from the evening included the parade of the five premiership cups by each corresponding year’s best & fairest player, the two video presentations produced by the VAFA’s media man (although not for long), Andrew Leonard, and the club song sung with much gusto by all 260 guests to round out the formalities.
The mood was celebratory and expectant, as the current day senior and reserves players strive for their own piece of history this season. As Mike McArthur-Allen said in closing, “Look back with pride Ormond, as you set out from this point forward to create your own history”.
KRUSHERS MOURN KATH JOHNSTONEThe Oakleigh Amateur Football Club committee, players and supporters regret the passing of our great friend Kath Johnstone after a short battle with illness. Kath was a passionate supporter, life member and great friend to many at our club. Our thoughts and prayers are with Kath’s family at this sad time. Kath will be greatly missed.
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VAFA PLAYERS SHINE IN AFL VIC METRO WINIt was great to see the three VAFA players all do well playing for the AFL Victoria combined metro side in in their huge win over the Queensland AFL on the Queen’s birthday weekend. Pictured below, Harry Tinney (Old Trinity), Matt Fieldsend (De La Salle) and Tom
Small (Caulfield Grammarians) all played their part in the huge 14 goal win at the Burpengary Sports Complex. The winning margin of 84 points was almost identical to the 83 point win the senior VAFA side had over the same opposition a year prior.
600 GOALS FOR TREVOR BROMLEY Last Saturday in the opening minutes of the senior game Oakleigh v Old Camberwell Gr, Trevor Bromley kicked his first goal of seven for the match to bring up his 600th career goal for the Krushers. Trevor first joined Oakleigh in 1997 playing in the reserves where he kicked 4 goals in his first game against Peninsula OB. The following season in his first senior game he kicked 4 goals against Old Camberwell Gr, playing in defence for most of his career. The former Senior Captain has won the club’s goalkicking six times over his stellar career. A true champion he is likely to take yet another trophy home at season’s end to add to his vast collection of dust gatherers.
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LACE UP AGAINST STREET VIOLENCEIt was great to see so many VAFA clubs support the Step Back Think – Lace Up Against Social Violence campaign both last and this weekend. So many VAFA clubs and players donned the orange laces in support of the campaign. The cause is very close to the Old Carey community as Step Back Think was set up was set up after James Macready-Bryan (former Old Carey player and brother of current Panther Tom Macready-Bryan) was punched in the city and hit his head on the ground irreparably damaging his brain. Their aim is to raise awareness of street violence and the horrible impact it can have. Learn more about Step Back Think and the JMB Foundation here http://stepbackthink.org/ & http://jmbfoundation.org.au/. Uni Blues are hosting a lunch today ahead of their match against Old Carey, featuring speakers from Step Back Think. Both clubs were visited by representatives of Step Back Think during the week too.
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HAWTHORN’S VAFA ROOTSWe have long celebrated the connection that Melbourne University Football Club via University Blacks and University Blues have had with the VFL/AFL by virtue of their seven years playing in the highest tier of football before returning to the VAFA in the aftermath of the Great War. However, not until recently did it become clear to us that Hawthorn Football Club, winner of the past two AFL Premierships also commenced their existence in the VAFA before making it to the big time. The discovery of sorts was made by Andrew Leonard who was researching his new employer and discovered in Hawthorn’s history on their own website that Hawthorn were founded in 1902 and they commenced that season in the then MJFA (later to become the VAFA). Hawthorn played in the MJFA for 12 seasons (1902-1913) before they moved to the VFA. After 11 seasons in the VFA, Hawthorn then joined the VFL for the 1925 season. The Mayblooms as they were then known, played their initial home matches in the MJFA at St James Park (current home of VAFA club Swinburne University). The
Mayblooms, were only at St James Park for one season before a move to Richmond Racecourse (1903), Richmond Cricket Ground (1904), East Melbourne Cricket Ground (1905) before moving to Glenferrie Oval for the 1906 season where they stayed until 1973. Hawthorn didn’t play in their famous Brown and Gold stripes whilst in the VAFA. For most of the time they played in a black guernsey with a red sash as they were the colours of Boroondara who they had merged with in 1905.
GAME NUMBER 1000 FOR NOBSOn Saturday North Old Boys St Patrick’s College AFC played their 1000th game in the VAFA at Toorak Park against Prahran Assumption. Fittingly it was a win, taking NOBSPC’s record to 558 wins, 13 draws and 429 losses since the start of the 1963 season, when they ran out against AMP Society in E Grade. Strangely enough that was the only time they ever played that opposition.
NOBSPC has spent 26 seasons of 53 seasons in A Grade, but none since 1995. They were the first club to rise from E to A Grade in consecutive seasons (between 1964 and 1968). Not surprisingly, the clubs they have met the most are other A Grade perennials of the 1970s to 1990s, with Ormond (a current foe in Division
One) clearly on top at 70 clashes, while they have played De La Salle on 59 occasions and Old Paradians and Uni Blues 46 times. Their greatest rivals have been De La, Parade and St Bernard’s.
NOBSPC has produced a number of VAFA greats, including Big V Legend Paul Considine and Big V Champions Shane Maguire and Bruno Conti.
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Congratulations to VAFAUA’s ALAN STUBBS – Alan Stubbs this week brings up his 500th game as an Umpire in the VAFA at Hampton Rovers v St Bedes / Mentone Tigers. Alan commenced as an umpire in 1985 after playing 85 games with Old Mentonians, including a Reserves Premiership. After 445 games on the field, he switched to the goals in 2012. Alan’s story can be read in Umpires Corner this week.
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Congratulations to Canterbury’s ANDREW MACK – Farmer started playing with Canterbury in 1997. He is known for his outstanding contribution in the back line, although he has on occasion snuck into the forward line to kick a goal. Hence, he is known as the goal-kicking back man of Canterbury. Farmer was an integral part of the team that won the last Premiership in 2003. He remained a wise snake, even though he travelled oversees for a few years. Congratulations on playing 200 games, a sensational milestone!
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Congratulations to Old Ivanhoe’s DALE HAWKES – Dale has played at every level in the club and has been captain of the Thirds for the last two years , where he was awarded Best and Fairest in 2014. A player who loves to roam across the backline setting up attacks, he also possesses a raking kick that occasionally snares him a few goals when he ventures up forward. Regarded as a top clubman, club stalwart and genuinely well liked by all, he now achieves a well-deserved life membership of the club.
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Congratulations to West Brunswick’s WARWICK BAKER – Arriving at the club in 2008, the quietly spoken backman carried water for the first six weeks before debuting in the Reserves. After ‘Wazza’ got his chance in the Seniors he never looked back, capping off his first year with a Senior Premiership. Since then, his blanketing tackles and desperation for the football have seen him collect another Premiership in 2014 and finish second in the 2013 club B&F.
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Congratulations to St. Marys Salesian’s STEFAN GUSTS – Commencing as a talented Under 19 full forward, ‘Plugga’ has graduated to Senior football where he kicked 98 goals during the Saints 2014 Reserves Premiership season. A good mark and hard at the ball, popular clubman Stef has now cemented a place in the Firsts as a back pocket defender.
100Congratulations to Oakleigh’s JIM HUNT – Jim played his 100th game against Old Camberwell. Recruited from Oakleigh JFC, Jim played his first game against Ormond under 19’s in Round 2, 2008.
100Congratulations to Oakleigh’s ADAM MATHHIESON – Adam played his 100th game against Old Camberwell. Recruited from Oakleigh JFC, Adam played his first game against St Mary’s U19’s in Round 1 2009.
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50Congratulations to St. Marys Salesian’s TOM O’BRIEN – A determined and hard working half back flanker, ‘Obi’ has served the Saints well mainly in defense over a number of seasons. Tom is very reliable and has been rewarded for his persistence with a well deserved club milestone.
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I won’t deny that this report was hard to write considering the context of the upcoming weekend’s games. Round 9 was a lacklustre affair, notwithstanding the tumultuous upset at Toorak Park between Prahran Assumption and NOBS/St Pats, which ended in a decisive blow being delivered to Prahran’s flailing finals aspirations. This ten team competition has become a group of five chasing September action, as the second half of the competition have fallen 3 games and percentage off the top 4. It doesn’t take a mind akin to Stephen Hawking’s to realise that that is a monumental gap.
Round 10 is packed with games of limitless potential. St Mary’s Salesian (6-3, 4th) will take on Old Geelong (7-2, 3rd) at Como Park in a salacious matchup between two teams of substantiated quality. If Old Geelong wins, they can be considered a ferocious contender. If St Mary’s win, who is to say they can’t take the next step? In the Match of the Round, it will be the undefeated teams Ormond (9-0, 2nd) and Kew (9-0, 1st). These sides have not played each other since 1989, and the circumstances of this clash couldn’t be further from their former selves. However, both clubs have rebuilt; Kew over the past 6 years and Ormond over the offseason, and now sit as the two most likely. Down the bottom of the ladder, Yarra Valley (0-9, 10th) face Bulleen Templestowe (1-8, 9th) face their respective Division 1 mortality so expect a fiery clash.
Anyhow, back to the Round 9 results and we start with the Match of the Round between NOBS/St Pats and Prahran Assumption. PA’s year started off with a couple of hard fought losses, one against NOBs in Round 1 and since then, they have not been able to shake the rot. Anthony McMahon replaced Luke Egan in a surprising twist to their demoralising first half of the season. Unfortunately the habit of a new coach seeing hope spring anew was not to be as NOBS/St Pats came out 15-point victors. The Two Blues couldn’t sustain their bursts of momentum with NOBSPC holding steady, particularly in the third where the game was on the line until Chris Horsley kicked a pair of crumbing goals to put them out by 18 points at
¾ time. They held strong in the last to register a gutsy win. Gerrard Bence was outstanding at CHB yet again for NOBS, whilst Prahran had Stephen Conlan in the ruck and John Simonetta down back, fighting hard.
Checking the results of the Ormond-Whitefriars clash felt like an episode of ‘It’s Academic’ on 7Two. You had your stoic precocious kids who maintained their presence and the frenzied kids who experienced the first signs of human frailty. Coming up against another team who simply were far too strong, far too well drilled and far too good. Ormond had the game in the bag by half time as they led by 62. Whitefrairs managed a better second-half showing just as they did against Kew, but it is clear to see that the club is at crossroads. For Ormond, it was another sustained team effort with Martinov kicking 4 and Sam Mason again finding unquantifiable amounts of pill. For Whitefriars, they need to hold firm. It’s distinctly clear that they will not play finals but they have plenty to play for in keeping the club in Division 1.
An onslaught of goals in the first term for St Mary’s Salesian buried the game in the sand against Bulleen Templestowe. However, from that point on, Bulleen managed to outscore St Mary’s in their 35-point loss at Ferndale Park. For SMS, Josh Tanner was solid down back in his return from injury, and Jackson Strangward continued his strong form, playing like a bull at the gate. Despite these performances, Kristian Cherbakof worked into the game and proved a Ferndale Park villain once again, booting 5 and almost singlehandedly keeping the Bullants in the contest. For all the talk of Bulleen’s struggle to avoid relegation, they sure know how to fight until the end of a contest. Whilst it was clear St Mary’s was the better-equipped side, Jess Sinclair would be disappointed in their pedestrian second-half effort, before their huge clash with Old Geelong.
Speaking of Old Geelong, they managed to freeze out an energetic Old Mentonians’ effort to win
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Old Geelong v St Mary’s Salesian
Yarra Valley v Bulleen Templestowe
Ormond v Kew
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Kew AFC 9.4, 12.9, 16.14, 24.14 (158)Yarra Valley OB 0.1, 0.2, 4.2, 5.5 (35)GOALS, Kew AFC: R. Maibaum 7, A. Brazzale 5, M. Vlahos 3, D. Spencer 2, S. Bishop 2, E. Roberts 2, N. Rohrt 1, K. Margaritis 1, T. Allman 1 Yarra Valley OB: R. Pollard 2, R. Chipman 1, H. Cooper 1, J. Trend 1BEST, Kew AFC: M. Henderson, A. Brazzale, R. Maibaum, N. Rohrt, P. Brough, S. Bishop Yarra Valley OB: R. Chipman, M. Neilly, R. Seeger, R. Pollard, S. YeoOld Geelong 4.4, 7.7, 12.10, 16.14 (110)Old Mentonians 3.1, 3.6, 8.10, 10.14 (74)GOALS, Old Geelong: A. Leahy 4, J. McMeel 3, R. de Crespigny 2, J. Hoevenaars 1, C. Joyce 1, A. Bird 1, H. McKay 1, S. Hughes 1, A. Stewart 1, N. Hardie-Grant 1 Old Mentonians: M. Gledhill 4, D. Mills 1, C. Edgeworth 1, B. Rossi 1, K. Smith-Cameron 1, L. Hull 1, M. Adams 1BEST, Old Geelong: H. McKay, J. Hoevenaars, C. Joyce, D. Andrew, S. Hughes, A. LeahyOld Mentonians: K. Smith-Cameron, C. Edgeworth, B. Rossi, P. Silberer, M. Gledhill, R. TunbridgeOrmond AFC 5.4, 12.8, 15.11, 24.13 (157)Whitefriars OC 2.4, 2.6, 4.8, 7.9 (51)GOALS, Ormond AFC: M. Martinov 4, I. Tahana 4, J. Simon 3, J. Landman 3, J. Lever 3, C. Doggett 2, S. Mason 2, R. Chisholm 1, C. Coghlan 1, H. Simon 1Whitefriars OC: A. Pearson 2, S. Allemand 1, D. Spence 1, C. Hickey 1, D. Loh 1, D. Tibaldi 1BEST, Ormond AFC: S. Mason, M. Martinov, C. Coghlan, J. Lever, J. Simon, L. AnrepWhitefriars OC: S. Allemand, S. Cardamone, A. Giuliano, G. Ibbott, T. Murphy, D. TibaldiNOBS/St Pats 5.1, 8.3, 13.5, 16.5 (101)Prahran Assumption AFC 4.2, 6.8, 9.10, 12.14 (86)GOALS, NOBS/St Pats: J. Nettlefold 3, P. Shepherd 2, C. Horsley 2, B. Hunt 2, M. Keown 2, M. Dennis 1, S. Hayes 1, G. Bence 1, C. Colman 1, C. Rose 1 Prahran Assumption AFC: S. Conlan 2, J. Robbins 2, B. Dempsey 1, G. Hogarth 1, T. Maya 1, R. Costin 1, L. Kerr 1, B. Adams 1, J. Simonetta 1, A. Sleight 1BEST, NOBS/St Pats: G. Bence, T. Hartney, S. Hayes, R. Benoit, D. Beaumont, P. KellyPrahran Assumption AFC: J. Musster, J. Simonetta, B. Adams, J. Waters, I. VuliSt Mary’s Salesian 7.7, 9.12, 15.14, 18.16 (124)Bulleen Templestowe AFC 0.3, 4.8, 8.11, 12.17 (89)GOALS, St Mary’s Salesian: L. Holmes 4, G. Puruntatameri 3, D. Gook 3, S. Jones 2, M. Dolan 2, J. Strangward 2, J. Elliston 1, D. Grant 1Bulleen Templestowe AFC: K. Cherbakof 5, O. Schmidt 2, D. Dakin 1, C. Azer 1, J. Cowell 1, R. Edsall 1, O. Aziz 1BEST, St Mary’s Salesian: B. Andrews, S. Jones, L. Holmes, J. Strangward, J. Tanner, S. GustsBulleen Templestowe AFC: R. Edsall, K. Cherbakof, H. Vogler, A. Lucisano, P. Florance, R. Matz
Kew AFC 8.5, 15.7, 17.8, 22.10 (142)Yarra Valley OB 1.3, 1.4, 3.8, 6.9 (45)GOALS, Kew AFC: N. Monaco 5, T. Cencic 5, M. Smith 3, J. De Neefe 3, T. Lloyd 3, N. Zaher 1, M. Matheson 1, D. Lloyd 1Yarra Valley OB: J. Canham 2, J. Harding 1, J. Woolley 1, J. Fleming 1, B. Seeger 1BEST, Kew AFC: N. Zaher, D. Lloyd, R. Wyley, N. Monaco, T. Cencic, W. DelbridgeYarra Valley OB: J. Canham, M. Luckhurst, D. Perry, S. Donald, J. GleesonOld Geelong 5.2, 8.6, 10.7, 12.11 (83)Old Mentonians 1.0, 2.0, 3.4, 5.4 (34)GOALS, Old Geelong: Old Mentonians: B. Waters 2, T. Cashion 1, T. Goodrich 1, J. Geddes 1BEST, Old Geelong: Old Mentonians: J. Geddes, T. Speers, C. Leggas, C. Fryer, J. Wearne, J. PaulOrmond AFC 8.7, 16.10, 26.16, 36.18 (234)Whitefriars OC 0.0, 0.1, 0.1, 0.1 (1)GOALS, Ormond AFC: T. Naylor 8, M. McTernan 6, D. Riazah-Kesheh 4, D. Casey 3, J. Keast 3, D. Robbins 3, S. Ashton 3, D. Frazier 1, T. Haysom 1, O. Lack 1, J. Gates 1, K. Dompietro 1, D. MacHin 1Whitefriars OC: BEST, Ormond AFC: J. Quarmby, T. Naylor, S. Ashton, J. Keast, M. McTernan, D. Riazah-KeshehWhitefriars OC: Prahran Assumption AFC 6.3, 7.6, 12.16, 15.22 (112)NOBS/St Pats 1.1, 4.2, 4.2, 6.3 (39)GOALS, Prahran Assumption AFC: D. Cupples 4, B. Kelly 3, L. McAleer 2, J. Rice 2, R. Favola 1, L. Giansiracusa 1, A. Wiggins 1, A. Forbes 1NOBS/St Pats: M. Gillett 2, A. Langmaid 1, S. Matheson 1, D. O’Donaghue 1, J. Conrick 1BEST, Prahran Assumption AFC: M. Francis, L. McAleer, D. Cupples, S. Nair, J. Slattery, M. BoylanNOBS/St Pats: S. Davidson, M. Gillett, P. Carter, D. Ford, N. Marchbank, M. RyanSt Mary’s Salesian 2.4, 6.8, 7.13, 14.15 (99)Bulleen Templestowe AFC 4.1, 4.1, 5.4, 8.6 (54)GOALS, St Mary’s Salesian: J. Barrie 5, K. Apuatimi 3, N. Alexopoulos 2, J. Yodgee 1, D. Ryan 1, R. Williams 1, A. Murphy 1Bulleen Templestowe AFC: A. Verga 6, N. Nassios 1, D. Tonelli 1BEST, St Mary’s Salesian: J. Barrie, B. Kelly, D. Ryan, K. Duerden, A. Murphy, L. HawkinsBulleen Templestowe AFC: C. Galapi, R. Ferraro, D. Stratus, C. Alevizos, A. Verga, R. Course
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the third term, but it was plain for the big crowd to see that there was never a contest on offer. Ryan Pollard kicked 2 and was excellent for Yarra Valley, but Kew had too much firepower with Brazzale and ‘Bobby’ Maibaum kicking 12 between them. Michael Henderson was again outstanding down back for the Bears, as Kew’s feverous run and carry saw them run out 123-point winners.
WILLIE BEE’S CLIVE WATERHOUSE MOTR FOR ROUND 10I’ve already spoken at length about the magnificent round of footy on offer, however it’s pretty academic (repeat reference, excuse me), that Ormond and Kew are playing off in the most anticipated game of footy in Division 1 for a long time. Two district clubs, Ormond, the powerhouse of the 80s and Kew, the challengers of yesteryear, clash at E.E. Gunn Reserve. Will the older, wiser heads at Ormond prove too much for the exuberant charges at Kew, or is the future now? can’t split them. Draw…
by 36 points. Old Geelong were never quite able put away the defiant Panthers, but did enough to retain their winning streak. Callum Wood was a key absentee from the Old Geelong squad, perhaps being saved for their next fixture, but it wasn’t a huge issue as Andrew Leahy and Jack McMeel kicked 7 between them. Keiffer Smith-Cameron, the flamboyant utility, excelled for the Panthers, along with the wiry Edgeworth, who gave Old Geelong more than a little bit to think about. However, Hugh Mckay and Josh Hoevenaars played strong games and kept the gulf between the two teams wide enough for comfort.
Kew had their MND Day and Night and the great pleasure of Neale Daniher presenting the team’s special jumpers after his speech at Ladies’ Day. It was indeed a great honour and a humbling experience to have the opportunity to meet this wonderful footballer, and more importantly, wonderful human being for the Kew boys and it inspired their side to a 9 goal first term against Yarra Valley. Yarra Valley provided some fight in
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Ivanhoe leap frogged ladder-leaders and the previously undefeated St Johns after recording an impressive 58-point win in their top-of-the-table clash at Thomas Carroll Reserve. The Hoes now sit atop the Div 2 ladder, a healthy 26% clear of St Johns. It was clear from the get-go that this game was going to deliver on its promise. Both sides were on top of their game, with the pressure around the ball at boiling point, and the game played at a frenetic pace. St Johns’ key-forward Tim Edwards dominated inside-50 with four first quarter goals as Ivanhoe struggled with a match-up. Edwards would end the day with a season best bag of eight, but unfortunately for St Johns, he was a shining light on a very dark day. St Johns held sway in the first-half, but suffered three serious injuries before halftime and consequently ran out of soldiers in the second-half. Ivanhoe picked apart a weary a St Johns side in the third term, and amazingly slammed on ten goals to two in what was a commanding display. Ivanhoe’s ability to intercept and thwart St Johns’ offensive transition and then capitalise on the counter-attack was outstanding, and proved the difference on the day. Ivanhoe will be extremely pleased with the result, but realistic about the fact that St Johns played with one rotation after halftime. After being seemingly “untouchable” in the first nine rounds, the dreaded injury curse has hit St Johns, whose depth now will be tested more than ever. The JOCs head to W.R Ruthven Reserve and face a plucky Northern Blues. Ivanhoe face a Richmond Central side who are coming off an impressive performance against an improving Melbourne High.
After holding a ten-goal-lead heading into the last quarter, Richmond Central held-off a fast finishing Melbourne High and in the end, recorded a commanding 40-point win. Star Snakes’ forward Jake Munro shot to the top of the goal-kicking table on the back of another five-goal haul. Richmond Central led from start
to finish and if not for inaccuracy that saw them kick 17.20 (122), the win could have been more pronounced. The Unicorns were well served by “Panda” Hawking (4) who simply lacked support. Richmond recorded ten individual goal-kickers, which further highlighted its evenness across the board. The Snakes put on a clinical display they will want to repeat this week against Ivanhoe. For MHSOB, they couldn’t repeat their pre-bye form and will need to rediscover it when they head Garvey Oval to take an in-form Old Paradians.
James Kandilakis and Michael Bellizia relished the miniscule dimensions of Oval 2 at Elsternwick Park as the pair kicked six goals apiece in the Raiders’ 75-point rout of Elsternwick. The Wicks’ are far more comfortable when allowed to turn the game into a slog, but simply couldn’t shut Paradians down. The Raiders burst out of the blocks with a seven goal to two opening quarter, and bookended that with a nine goal final term. This week Elsternwick faces Monash at East Caulfield Reserve in a classic eight point game. A loss here could spell relegation for either side. Paradians host Melbourne High, and a win could seal a second consecutive finals birth.
Old Eltham made it back-to-back wins after its clinical 33-point win over Northern Blues at W.R Ruthven Reserve. The Turtles look to have found their form again and now are in prime position to attack the second-half of the year. The win was sealed with a ten goal to three first-half, with the Turtles holding the Blues at arm’s length after halftime. The Blues will be heartened by their second-half performance but will lament their sluggish first-half. Eltham is a chance for a
ten goal second-half sealed the win, but didn’t have it all their own way. The Gryphons this week host fellow struggler Elsternwick, with the loser destined for relegation. South Melbourne face an uphill battle in curtailing Eltham forwards in Woods, Tranter and Mizzi.
Heading into the final nine rounds, the top-four is far from set. With the final spot for relegation up for grabs also, unless South Melbourne can create a miracle. Ivanhoe and St Johns fully deserve top billing, but will be pushed by both Old Eltham and Old Paradians. Form suggests that sides from one-to-seven are good enough to play finals, but seven doesn’t go into four. The next three weeks are crucial and could shape both ends of the ladder.
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handy percentage boost this week as it heads to Lindsay Hassett Oval to take on South Melbourne. Northern will welcome a depleted St Johns outfit who will be smarting after their first loss of the year.
Monash Gryphons recorded its second win of the year, as it held off a determined South Melbourne Districts and recorded a 26-point win. The Gryphons were coming off a noble display against St Johns with the much needed win helping them exit the relegation zone. In an entertaining game, the Districts put in their best performance of the year and will be disappointed with their three goal first-half. They kicked eight goals in the second-half, with five coming in the last but it was simply a bridge too far. Monash’s
Old Paradians 7.3, 10.4, 15.7, 24.9 (153)Elsternwick AFC 2.3, 5.7, 7.10, 11.13 (79)GOALS, Old Paradians: M. Bellizia 6, J. Kandilakis 6, K. O’Brien 3, D. Boundy 2, R. Licciardi 2, M. Nolan 2, D. McKenna 1, B. Holden 1, S. Rehlicki 1 Elsternwick AFC: J. Biviano 2, G. Cameron 2, S. Grace 2, J. Anderson 1, A. Foster 1, J. De Waas 1, T. Drewett 1, B. Robertson 1BEST, Old Paradians: M. Bellizia, J. Kandilakis, K. O’Brien, A. Tulipano, S. Miller, M. NolanElsternwick AFC: J. Anderson, G. Cameron, T. Drewett, A. Foster, B. Robertson, J. BivianoRichmond Central AFC 3.5, 7.8, 13.18, 17.20 (122)MHSOB 1.2, 3.3, 5.6, 12.10 (82)GOALS, Richmond Central AFC: J. Munro 5, J. Luis 2, D. Cannon 2, J. Commerford 2, A. Fiske 1, L. Carland 1, A. Fraser 1, G. Holland 1, D. Sutherland 1, N. Cannon 1MHSOB: N. Hawking 4, A. Svirskis 2, R. Gavan 2, M. Hamilton-Ho 1, B. Jellis 1, T. Beale 1, S. Shearer 1BEST, Richmond Central AFC: J. Hegarty, G. Holland, J. Luis, J. Lee, R. Costanzo, N. AnsteyMHSOB: T. Harper, R. Gavan, S. Shearer, C. Wakefield, Z. Smooker, A. VillaniEltham Collegians AFC 5.1, 10.4, 13.7, 15.11 (101)Northern Blues 2.5, 3.10, 7.13, 10.18 (78)GOALS, Eltham Collegians AFC: T. Woods 3, J. Hyndman 2, C. Mizzi 2, A. Hargrave 2, B. Switkowski 1, J. Laver 1, Z. Tranter 1, S. Pannunzi 1, N. Harper 1, J. Galvin 1Northern Blues: J. Higham 3, D. Marcon 1, T. Beames 1, T. Vuwai 1, E. Scott 1, J. Hull 1, N. Spagnolo 1, M. Cigagna 1BEST, Eltham Collegians AFC: T. Woods, J. Bird, P. Vidinopoulos, N. Harper, A. Hargrave, S. Richardson Northern Blues: C. Altis, T. Beames, P. Smith, B. Passey, R. Jepson, O. ClarkMonash Gryphons 3.4, 5.9, 10.12, 15.14 (104)South Melbourne Districts 1.0, 3.4, 6.7, 11.12 (78)GOALS, Monash Gryphons: M. Cassidy 4, K. Cherian 3, R. Fletcher 2, L. Reynolds 2, A. Erwin-Ross 1, M. Kearsley 1, L. Pound 1, J. Stevenson 1 South Melbourne Districts: M. Mitchell-Russell 3, M. Rhodes 2, T. McNamara 2, M. East 1, R. Kennedy 1, J. Heis 1, B. Collins 1BEST, Monash Gryphons: B. Rose, J. Nuguid, L. Pound, J. Stevenson, M. Savage, R. Pollock-Williams South Melbourne Districts: B. Collins, J. Eastman, R. Kennedy, T. McNamara, J. Corby, M. Mitchell-RussellIvanhoe AFC 2.5, 4.7, 14.9, 18.16 (124)St Johns OC 4.1, 6.3, 8.4, 10.6 (66)GOALS, Ivanhoe AFC: M. Lovell 5, J. Harty 3, C. Kingsford 2, L. Roberts 2, Z. Mowat 1, K. Blackmore-Moore 1, T. O’Donnell 1, S. Zervides 1, P. Walter 1, D. Jones 1St Johns OC: T. Edwards 8, A. Thornton 1, A. Brannan 1BEST, Ivanhoe AFC: C. Kingsford, W. Cuthbert, L. Roberts, M. Lovell, J. Morrison, T. O’DonnellSt Johns OC: D. Cattolico, T. Edwards, R. Dyker, G. Costas, L. Mara, D. Abou-Karroum
Old Paradians 5.2, 10.10, 14.17, 19.21 (135)Elsternwick AFC 0.2, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4 (4)GOALS, Old Paradians: J. Monro 8, W. Gilmore 4, L. McCann 3, A. Ziella 2, R. Bugeja 1, D. Giddings 1Elsternwick AFC: BEST, Old Paradians: S. Denier, R. Bugeja, L. McCann, D. Giddings, M. Raponi, J. MonroElsternwick AFC: MHSOB 5.1, 12.4, 14.6, 18.10 (118)Richmond Central AFC 2.3, 2.4, 5.5, 7.7 (49)GOALS, MHSOB: J. Richmond 4, M. Duran 3, L. Campbell 2, J. Bukor 2, J. Lewis 2, J. Wood 1, A. Jones 1, M. Bowen 1, K. Pumpa 1, S. Anderson 1Richmond Central AFC: B. Beckham 5, C. Jennings 1, M. Turner 1BEST, MHSOB: S. Anderson, C. Pearson, M. Duran, C. Luxmoore, C. Hewish, J. RichmondRichmond Central AFC: P. Holland, B. Beckham, C. Jennings, E. Cotter, S. Copland, A. KellyEltham Collegians AFC 5.3, 6.4, 8.8, 9.9 (63)Northern Blues 1.3, 1.6, 4.7, 7.14 (56)GOALS, Eltham Collegians AFC: J. Denton 3, L. Pearson 3, M. Makin 2, D. Butcher 1Northern Blues: N. De Andrade 3, D. Palmer 1, D. Sansonetti 1, J. Karanikos 1, M. Ferma 1BEST, Eltham Collegians AFC: A. Robertson, B. Jupp, J. Denton, B. Way, D. Butcher, J. BevilacquaNorthern Blues: N. De Andrade, J. Sortino, J. Warwick, M. Ferma, D. Palmer, M. ParkesMonash Gryphons 0.2, 3.11, 7.14, 10.17 (77)South Melbourne Districts 2.2, 2.4, 3.6, 5.7 (37)GOALS, Monash Gryphons: D. O’Connor 4, J. Tobin 4, J. Gonis 2South Melbourne Districts: D. Phillips 2, B. Bermingham 1, J. Gaut 1, D. O’Dea 1BEST, Monash Gryphons: M. Bannar-Martin, C. Brumley, K. Brumley, A. Petsinis, J. Tobin, D. O’ConnorSouth Melbourne Districts: D. Blake, D. Mcbrearty, A. Hedge, D. O’Dea, J. GautIvanhoe AFC 4.3, 10.5, 14.7, 23.11 (149)St Johns OC 1.4, 1.5, 1.8, 1.8 (14)GOALS, Ivanhoe AFC: K. Kaldawi 6, A. Woodward 3, B. Grigg 3, H. Post 2, M. Brazzale 2, C. Robinson 2, C. Perkins 1, B. Fleming 1, B. Jackson 1, J. Scardamaglia 1, J. Mancuso 1St Johns OC: J. Gaget 1BEST, Ivanhoe AFC: C. Perkins, R. Smyth, J. Schaffert, K. Kaldawi, B. Jackson, A. WoodwardSt Johns OC: J. Gaget, B. Mann, T. Hendy, A. Alexander, J. Grima, J. Ayama
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On what was a cold Saturday morning, it very quickly warmed up for superb day of Division 3 football. The Saints pulled off upset no. 2 whilst, La Trobe and the Falcons fell agonizingly close. The Animals keep rolling along. The Sharks are still with injury woes and the Magpies had a big win but are yet to shake off their kicking issues.
EMMAUS ST LEO’S DEFEATED HAWTHORNI went to Bennettswood to check out ladder-leaders Emmaus St Leo’s take on Hawthorn. Despite having a few missing for exams, I thought the Hawks battled hard all day and made it a tough contest for the first quarter and a 1/2. The Animals were well structured and through such players as the Baranellos, Miguel Hawa in the ruck, the 3 tall forwards of Lalor, Beluszar and Hillman, were just too much for the Hawks to control. I liked Nic Robin’s game for the Animals, with the “Kouta-like” skills across the flanks and in the middle. Throw the missing, Ryan Harding in the mix and they are definitely the ones to beat. For the Hawks, Richard Oggie also had too many tricks for the Animal defenders booting 6, Sam Gold (4 goals) seemed to be everywhere and James Ridley were Hawthorn’s best. A special mention to 250 gamer, Anthony Ballard, who played well in the Ruck and also spent time forward and back.
LA TROBE UNI DEFEATED BY UHS-VUUHS-VU had a point to prove after their loss to the Saints before the break and La Trobe were desperate in doubling their win tally. La Trobe tried to make a late comeback, but it was too late. The Vultures have held on to defeat La Trobe by 3 goals. La Trobe’s Shaun Field led the way with 5 goals and Bradley Hoffman was their best. For the Vultures, there was an even spread of goal-kickers with Ross Dickson and Tom O’Halloran getting 3 each. Jack Bishop with two huge goals from outside the 50, whilst Ethan Clarke was named man of the match. This win is important to the Vultures as they have now seized 4th spot.
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expecting a contest and that’s exactly what they got. After quickly snagging their first goal within the first minute, The Bloods then struggled to capitalise on a few opportunities. After taking turns in kicking goals, the Falcons snatched the lead 3 or so minutes before quarter time. The Falcons never led by more than 21 points, but were able to maintain the advantage until mid-way in the third before the Bloods went on a 5 goal (31pts) to one point run that saw the Bloods with a 2 goal buffer by the last change. From then on, it appeared to be too much to reel in as the Bloods came away 21 point victors. Sam Williams and Ben Nucifora had 3 apiece and Joe Morrison-Story was BOG.
GLEN EIRA DEFEATED SWINBURNE UNIGlen Eira hosted Swinburne Uni at Packer Park. There was no milestone for the Saints and the “buy-in” was still there. The Saints jumped out of the blocks each quarter to slowly increased their lead. By the end of the third, they had a 29 point lead. Despite the Razorbacks missing 3 of their top 5 leading goal-kickers, Swinny realised they were running out of time and started hitting their straps but, by the siren, they fell just short by 10 pts. Daniel Entwistle bagged 5 taking his tally to 23 and Todd Richardson was BOG.
WEST BRUNSWICK DEFEATED ELEY PARKIt was an enjoyable day for the Magpies as they had a solid win against an undermanned Eley Park. Pat McMahon and Declan Mitchell were late withdrawals that hurt the Sharks from the outset but “Burner” Bahnsen’s return certainly helped. For the Magpies, Warwick Baker in his 100th was best afield and even snuck forward in the last quarter for 2 goals. Evan Lloyd and Dujon Fuzzard across half back were outstanding. Russell George in the ruck was impressive in his
first senior game for the year. For Eley Park, Dan Issacs first game in the seniors was fantastic with Tim Miller, Owen Dickson and Adrian Pillay were shining lights in a dark day for the Sharks.
PREVIEWNow we are half-way through the season, It’s amazing to think that 8th (Yes, Glen Eira) are only a game plus % away from the top 6!! Basically, it’s anybody’s race. Aquinas (3rd) host Hawthorn (6th). Hawthorn are due to get a few back after exams and should push the Bloods but, Aquinas for me. UHS-VU travel to Bennettswood to take on Emmaus St Leo’s (1st). I’ll be tipping the Animals until I’m proven wrong.
Power House (10th) head off to Albert Park (7th). Despite Power House moving up the ladder this week, I’m predicting it will be short lived. Falcons. West Brunswick (2nd) head to St James Park and meet Swinburne Uni (5th). The Razorbacks WLWLWLWL hoodoo to be broken with an L. Lastly, Eley Park (9th) host in form Glen Eira (8th) and for the reason of form vs. injuries, I’m buying in as well - The Saints. La Trobe Uni (11th) have the bye and then have a strong chance against Albert Park at home next week.
Aquinas OC 2.4, 4.6, 11.7, 15.11 (101)Albert Park AFC 3.3, 6.9, 8.13, 11.14 (80)GOALS, Aquinas OC: B. Nucifora 3, S. Williams 3, N. Morrison-Storey 2, J. Perrett 2, J. Price 1, P. Jurkovsky 1, T. Niezen 1, B. O’Loughlin 1, P. O’Leary 1Albert Park AFC: T. Cattle 2, K. Murray 2, J. Mahoney 1, A. McNaughton 1, P. Brady 1, A. Snowden 1, T. Smoker 1, H. Turner 1, J. Antenucci 1BEST, Aquinas OC: J. Morrison-Story, P. Jurkovsky, J. Perrett, R. Foster, M. Jess, S. WilliamsAlbert Park AFC: J. Antenucci, S. Alexander, S. Campbell, T. Cattle, J. Mahoney, K. MurrayEmmaus St Leos OC AFC 4.3, 10.8, 16.10, 23.12 (150)Hawthorn AFC 3.0, 6.1, 7.3, 11.4 (70)GOALS, Emmaus St Leos OC AFC: M. Lalor 6, D. Hill 3, W. Hillman 3, C. Beluszar 3, N. Hodder 2, N. Baranello 2, N. Robin 1, C. Hogan 1, M. Catchpool 1, P. Baranello 1Hawthorn AFC: R. Ogge 5, S. Gold 4, G. Gromadovski 1, B. Waters 1BEST, Emmaus St Leos OC AFC: M. Lalor, M. Hawa, L. Virgo, A. McDougall, N. Baranello, W. Hillman Hawthorn AFC: J. Ridley, R. Ogge, S. Gold, D. Healey, D. Pritchard, J. PerksGlen Eira AFC 4.5, 7.8, 9.12, 11.14 (80)Swinburne University AFC 1.4, 3.6, 5.7, 10.10 (70)GOALS, Glen Eira AFC: D. Entwistle 5, A. Tsirogiannis 2, R. Blair 1, A. Spink 1, C. Buchanan 1, L. Barda 1Swinburne University AFC: D. Green 3, J. McDonald 3, J. Perillo 2, A. Woodhead 1, J. Bradley 1BEST, Glen Eira AFC: T. Richardson, N. Dennis, R. Blair, D. Entwistle, J. Doran, J. AmerenaSwinburne University AFC: J. McDonald, A. Woodhead, J. Manning, Z. Scrase, D. Manning, J. BradleyUHS-VU Afc 2.3, 8.7, 12.10, 13.10 (88)La Trobe University AFC 0.2, 1.2, 5.2, 11.4 (70)GOALS, UHS-VU Afc: R. Dickson 3, T. O’Halloran 3, K. Benstead 2, J. Bishop 2, N. Rowland 1, W. Moon 1, J. Clark 1La Trobe University AFC: S. Field 5, M. Clark 2, E. Kelly 1, S. Jeffrey 1, L. Bence 1, D. O’ Connor 1BEST, UHS-VU Afc: E. Clarke, J. Bishop, K. Benstead, S. McSweeney, J. Healey, N. RowlandLa Trobe University AFC: B. Hoffman, S. Field, C. Ruwoldt, M. Clark, S. Jeffrey, W. HubbardWest Brunswick AFC 4.8, 7.13, 11.20, 17.25 (127)Eley Park Sharks 0.0, 1.2, 3.3, 4.6 (30)GOALS, West Brunswick AFC: L. Buckler 3, C. Cashin 3, D. Muscat 2, W. Baker 2, A. Gibson 1, D. Fuzzard 1, X. Fowler 1, M. Holmes 1, B. Simpson 1, W. Dillon 1, D. Ferrier 1Eley Park Sharks: T. Sigalas 1, T. Miller 1, A. Pillay 1, N. Bahnsen 1BEST, West Brunswick AFC: W. Baker, B. Simpson, E. Lloyd, D. Fuzzard, C. Germon, A. GibsonEley Park Sharks: D. Isaac, T. Miller, O. Dickson, A. Pillay, T. Sigalas, A. Renshaw
Albert Park AFC 4.4, 9.9, 11.11, 13.12 (90)Aquinas OC 0.0, 1.1, 4.2, 7.5 (47)GOALS, Albert Park AFC: J. McCreery 3, C. Elliott 2, R. Sloan 2, J. Raeside 1, J. Twite 1, W. Marshall 1, D. Scobell 1, T. Reid 1, J. Mills 1Aquinas OC: J. Kogelman 2, B. Ryan 1, J. Morris 1, D. Malvaso 1, T. Rosevear 1, M. Valentine 1BEST, Albert Park AFC: W. Marshall, C. Elliott, C. Marson, N. Dunne, P. Hourigan, J. D’UnienvilleAquinas OC: B. Adam, J. Morris, K. Rooney, T. Rosevear, M. Valentine, A. Kinghorn
Emmaus St Leos OC AFC 5.3, 6.6, 11.8, 12.9 (81)Hawthorn AFC 0.0, 1.0, 2.1, 4.9 (33)GOALS, Emmaus St Leos OC AFC: W. Symington 3, J. Schink 2, D. McNeill 2, N. Morrison 1, D. Steiert 1, T. Buick 1, G. Simondson 1, B. O’Neill 1Hawthorn AFC: P. Vijayakumar 2, J. Campbell 1, A. Hammel 1BEST, Emmaus St Leos OC AFC: G. Simondson, C. McAuslan, T. Buick, A. BrienHawthorn AFC: N. Martin, C. Williams, A. Loke, S. Moussi, A. Hammel, G. Douglas
Swinburne University AFC 1.0, 6.3, 8.6, 12.12 (84)Glen Eira AFC 1.6, 2.7, 4.9, 6.10 (46)GOALS, Swinburne University AFC: Glen Eira AFC: J. Duhau 2, D. Eade 1, J. Stockdale 1, T. Glasson 1, S. Hollow 1BEST, Swinburne University AFC: Glen Eira AFC: S. McLeod-Dryden, S. Hollow, A. Holmes, J. Duhau, D. Eade, D. Sonnberger
UHS-VU Afc 5.5, 6.8, 10.12, 11.13 (79)La Trobe University AFC 1.1, 5.4, 5.6, 6.8 (44)GOALS, UHS-VU Afc: B. Collins 3, B. Anderson 2, M. Butera 2, W. Smith 1, C. Marchio 1, A. Hellner 1, S. Seeger-Snowden 1La Trobe University AFC: E. Buffon 2, R. Mills 2, T. Vella 1, B. Thompson 1BEST, UHS-VU Afc: C. Mawdsley, M. Reinhard, L. Grant, B. Anderson, B. Cross, B. CollinsLa Trobe University AFC: S. Woollard, D. South, J. Croxford, R. Mills, B. Thompson, J. Lasslett
West Brunswick AFC 5.3, 14.6, 23.10, 29.18 (192)Eley Park Sharks 0.0, 1.0, 2.2, 2.2 (14)GOALS, West Brunswick AFC: R. Benjamin 10, B. Shepherd 5, W. Vagg 4, A. Thompson 4, T. Costa 2, C. Naldrett 2, R. Devlin 1, M. Graham 1Eley Park Sharks: S. Andrew 1, J. Crothers 1BEST, West Brunswick AFC: R. Benjamin, W. Vagg, C. Naldrett, C. Borovac, V. Townsend, B. ShepherdEley Park Sharks: D. Edwards, L. Booth, K. King, B. Tonkies, A. Chandramouli, A. Stevenson
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With nine games tucked away under the belt, we can officially start talking about the run home. The four points on offer each week become abundantly more valuable, club stalwarts, take on the persona of brilliant mathematicians, working out every possible scenario and depending on which side of the game you are on, the eight point game can either be a blessing or a curse.
Last week there was no bigger surprise than the one point win of Mt Lilydale over the previously unbeaten Point Cook. What a result for the Rams who are on the path to redemption after their hiatus in Club XVIII. Elsewhere, Canterbury won the battle of the Cobras easily, South Monrington secured another four points this time over Masala by four goals. In another thriller, Parside beat Box Hill North by two points. Whilst the Division’s leading light up forward, Dale Collins of Westbourne Grammarians could only snaffle 11 goals in the Warriors rout of North Brunswick.
So with just as many games in front of us as behind us, it’s an opportune time to take stock, and reflect on the season to date.
CANTERBURY With a flawless record, it’s hard to fault the Mick Harper coached Cobras, a narrow victory in round one, the only chink in their incredibly impressive armour.
After become agonisingly close to the perfect start in their inaugural season in the VAFA last year, the Cobras put in the hard yards both on, and off the track during the preseason. Adding names like Scott Fitzgerald, James Goodwin, Dylan Wissell and Sean Hanrahan to their already formidable list, a fruitful year beckoned for the lads from leafy Canterbury. To date, Canterbury has made light of work of everyone with the exception of Point Cook who they are yet to play, and with Point Cook beginning to falter, you’d be a brave man to tip against the rampant Cobras. Predicted finish 1st.
POINT COOKGiven Point Cook’s brilliant start to the season, we could probably chalk last week’s loss to the lowly placed Mount Lilydale as a complete fluke, but in reality, Point Cook’s form of late has been
faltering, a shadow of their former self. Boasting a superbly coached and talented list, Point Cook will undoubtedly rise again, and I fully expect them to be around at the pointy end of the season. Predicted finish 3rd.
WESTBOURNE GRAMMARIANS If there is a full-forward in better form than Dale Collins, I’d like to see it. His season got off to a modest start, netting just two goals from the opening two rounds. Since then however, he has kicked three bags of seven goals, a bag of 11, a bag of 15 and a monumental 17 goals against Chadstone. Add to the mix players like Tim Rogers and Michael Culliver and there is a case that Westbourne are every bit as good as Canterbury and Point Cook. Predicted finish 2nd.
BOX HILL NORTHRounding out the list of genuine contenders, Box Hill have managed to get their name in the ring, but only just. They’ve managed to knock off Manningham, but other than that, boast no impressive scalps. With a record of 5-3, finals should be a certainty for the Elgar Road tenants, but they’ll need to show some remarkable improvement if they want to make any noise come the pointy end of the season. Predicted finish 5th.
NORTH BRUNSWICKAnother side that started with a flourish and is now floundering, North Brunswick have had a horror month, a brutal loss at the hands of Mount Lilydale the pinnacle of the mediocre month. Up forward, our fixie riding brethren have been well supported with Ben Gallagher and Peter Butler and Jarryd Dimarco has chipped in when needed, but the Bulls need much, much more from there leaders. After a horrible month, I’m predicting the bulls to finish 8th this year.
PARKSIDE It’s been a strange year for Parkside. Their season nearly got off to the dream start, going down to the Canterbury juggernaut by the smallest of margins, but what followed, was anything but a fairytale. Fortunately for the VAFA’s newest club, things are
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looking up for Parkside, and a finish in the middle of the table beckons. Predicting finish 7th.
MOUNT LILYDALE In very similar fashion to Parkside, Mount Lilydale are enjoying a purple patch of form after a pretty brutal reintroduction into the VAFA. While they’ve been on the receiving end of a few beltings this season, in the past two weeks they have knocked off North Brunswick and premiership hopefuls Point Cook and the future looks promising for the once, much-maligned Mount Lilydale. Predicted finish 9th.
MANNINGHAM Touted as a potential premiership contender during the preseason, Manningham’s season to date has been incredibly underwhelming. Pillaged by injury, coach Jock McDonald has had the impossible task of making up to 15 changes each week owing to a raft of injuries and unavailable players. Fortunately for Manningham, they have the arsenal to compete with the best, and with a number of players back from injury, Manningham should be able to pinch a finals spot. Predicted finish 6th.
SOUTH MORNINGTONDespite coming down a grade, South Mornington have not shaken the struggles that has plagued the club for the past couple of years. They might scrape a few wins on the run home, but have zero chance of getting out of the bottom three. Predicted finish 9th.
MASALA After serving an apprenticeship in the cubbies, Masala have battled to make the step up in class, but their inaugural season has been anything but a failure. Each week they are better for the run, and have shown on numerous occasions throughout the season, that at least for periods of a game, they can match it with the competition. Predicted finish 10th.
CHADSTONE With new sides entering the Division 4 fold, this season could have provided Chadstone with a chance to turn around the fortunes of the club. Unfortunately, it hasn’t been so, and Chadstone find themselves in very familiar territory on the bottom rung. Predicted finish 11th.
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Canterbury Football Club 2.5, 5.7, 11.9, 16.9 (105)Manningham Cobras AFC 0.0, 1.2, 2.4, 3.6 (24)GOALS, Canterbury Football Club: J. Wilson 4, A. Baker 3, T. Lowden 2, D. Gates 2, N. Szabo 2, C. Skate 1, R. Pearce 1, R. Walmsley 1 Manningham Cobras AFC: D. Troy 1, S. Newton 1, B. Mc Hugh 1BEST, Canterbury Football Club: S. Murphy, M. Peel, A. Baker, T. Hunter, J. Wilson, T. LowdenManningham Cobras AFC: B. Mc Hugh, A. Pianto, C. Terpsinis, B. Komisars, V. Dislakis, J. SimmonsSouth Mornington 6.6, 6.9, 11.15, 14.19 (103)Masala Football Club 5.3, 9.10, 12.15, 12.17 (89)GOALS, South Mornington: Masala Football Club: J. Toikalkin 6, W. McMahon 3, S. Becker 1, V. Rishie 1, J. Coghill 1BEST, South Mornington: J. Smith, C. Collier, N. Coy, J. Nisbet, J. Tunks, N. LeskovecMasala Football Club: J. Jacques, D. Crkvenac, L. Bradford, S. Becker, D. Lee, M. JacobsMt Lilydale OC 2.8, 7.10, 10.17, 12.19 (91)Point Cook AFC 2.0, 5.2, 10.5, 14.6 (90)GOALS, Mt Lilydale OC: D. Dimitriou 4, A. Thorne 3, I. Tua 1, M. Fernando 1, W. Johnson 1, B. Hughes 1, T. Bailey 1 Point Cook AFC: W. Dawson 3, R. Munn 3, M. Herbertson 2, P. Hegarty 2, M. Smith 1, D. Sidwell 1, S. Sinclair 1, C. Haynes 1BEST, Mt Lilydale OC: D. Dimitriou, M. Fernando, P. Atkinson, A. Thorne, C. Ripper, D. CerraPoint Cook AFC: J. Eastwood, M. Rocco, M. Smith, C. Haynes, R. Milne, M. KipParkside Football Club 0.5, 3.5, 8.7, 9.7 (61)Box Hill North AFC 0.2, 3.5, 3.7, 8.11 (59)GOALS, Parkside Football Club: B. Vance 3, R. Parsons 2, S. Potter 2, C. Walsh 1, K. Wallace 1Box Hill North AFC: M. Tilley 1, J. Howarth 1, D. Templeton 1, A. Walker 1, M. Penny 1, C. Lee 1, A. Nyhuis 1, N. Fowler 1BEST, Parkside Football Club: S. McLaren, R. Parsons, J. Friel, B. Vance, K. Wallace, C. VirgonaBox Hill North AFC: M. Tilley, A. Nyhuis, S. Donovan, D. Liistro, J. Goullet, R. LawrenceWestbourne Gr Football Club 9.4, 17.7, 24.12, 27.15 (177)North Brunswick AFC 1.0, 3.0, 6.2, 10.4 (64)GOALS, Westbourne Gr Football Club: D. Collins 11, A. Eqbal 3, J. Johns 2, K. Delaney 1, C. Robertson 1, M. Ferrie 1, N. Arias 1, M. Muhar 1, T. Rogers 1, M. Acciarito 1, M. Culliver 1, L. Fleming 1, N. Coyne 1, A. Imber 1 North Brunswick AFC: B. Gallagher 3, C. Godde 2, P. Butler 1, T. Blount 1, S. Gallagher 1, D. Manus 1, R. Dowsett 1BEST, Westbourne Gr Football Club: T. Rogers, B. Smith, D. Collins, K. Delaney, M. Culliver, M. Ferrie North Brunswick AFC: A. Keegan, S. Mair, J. Dimarco, K. Zuidema, T. Leary, S. Rymer
Canterbury Football Club 1.4, 6.12, 10.13, 15.17 (107)Manningham Cobras AFC 2.2, 4.2, 7.4, 8.5 (53)GOALS, Canterbury Football Club: J. Price 5, A. Szabo 2, M. Szabo 2, L. French 1, C. Acutt 1, R. Gates 1, H. Giles 1, T. Mathers 1, J. Marciniak 1Manningham Cobras AFC: N. Polites 3, D. Wills 3, H. Tyssen 1, S. Gritzalis 1BEST, Canterbury Football Club: R. Gates, C. Acutt, J. Price, H. Giles, A. Szabo, D. WildenManningham Cobras AFC: M. Jones, N. Polites, A. Parker, A. McDill, J. Stewart, C. BorzilloSouth Mornington 5.6, 12.9, 17.18, 25.22 (172)Masala Football Club 0.2, 0.2, 2.3, 5.6 (36)GOALS, South Mornington: M. Blackmore 7, B. Hallas 6, J. Shepherd 4, S. Torpy 3, A. Hamilton 2, J. Wilson 1, L. Grant 1, J. Thomson 1, C. Alderson 1Masala Football Club: P. Kailasanathan 1, M. Green 1, J. Cahill 1, D. Haitana 1, B. Shanks 1BEST, South Mornington: B. Hallas, J. Shepherd, G. Burton, S. Torpy, L. Grant, M. BlackmoreMasala Football Club: J. Cahill, M. Hawes, B. Shanks, M. Green, F. Erkal, P. KailasanathanPoint Cook AFC 0.3, 6.6, 10.7, 12.7 (79)Mt Lilydale OC 0.0, 1.2, 1.3, 2.6 (18)GOALS, Point Cook AFC: C. Cox 2, A. Galvin 2, N. Patrick 2, M. Groves 1, D. Di Guglielmo 1, S. Moghazy 1, D. Da Silva 1, C. Morrison 1, M. Pruscino 1 Mt Lilydale OC: T. van Strijp 1, S. Roberts 1BEST, Point Cook AFC: C. Morrison, N. Patrick, B. Sheldrake, M. Groves, M. Yee, A. GauciMt Lilydale OC: M. Gee, N. Percy, C. Johnson, T. Dickman, D. Anderson, I. HawkeyBox Hill North AFC 4.1, 8.6, 11.9, 14.11 (95)Parkside Football Club 1.2, 3.2, 8.4, 11.9 (75)GOALS, Box Hill North AFC: L. Desmond 5, C. Langley 2, R. Ball 2, G. Cavallo 2, J. Tambakis 1, W. McKenzie 1, A. Odza 1 Parkside Football Club: T. Veenman 4, J. Venables 3, P. Halaris 1, S. Sabelberg 1, J. Palmer 1, J. Heritage 1BEST, Box Hill North AFC: L. Desmond, B. Berechree, R. Ball, T. Manno, C. Langley, R. SusmanParkside Football Club: J. Palmer, E. Morris, M. Sabelberg, S. Sabelberg, J. LittleWestbourne Gr Football Club 6.3, 12.6, 19.12, 24.15 (159)North Brunswick AFC 0.2, 1.4, 2.5, 5.5 (35)GOALS, Westbourne Gr Football Club: A. Davis 10, D. Morrish 4, M. Gatti 3, S. Day 3, L. Vella 3, N. Robertson 1 North Brunswick AFC: S. Miller 2, N. Ross 1, J. Geary 1, J. Bottaro 1BEST, Westbourne Gr Football Club: A. Davis, L. Vella, K. Blade, D. Morrish, J. Russell, M. Gatti North Brunswick AFC: B. Kennedy, N. Ross, T. Geary, D. Kuyucak, J. Bendall, J. Hayes
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NEXT WEEKS GAMESWILLIAM BUCK PREMIER
Beaumaris St Bernards 14:00Old Scotch University Blacks 14:00Old Trinity Collegians 14:00Old Xaverians Old Carey 14:00University Blues De La Salle 14:00
PREMIER BAJAX Fitzroy 14:00Caulfield Gr. Old Brighton Gr. 14:00Mazenod OC Hampton Rovers 14:00Old Melburnians Parkdale Vultures 14:00St Kevins OB St Bedes/Mentone Tigers 14:00
PREMIER COakleigh Therry Penola OB 14:00Old Camberwell Gr. Marcellin OC 14:00Old Haileyburians PEGS 14:00Old Ivanhoe Gr. Monash Blues 14:00Peninsula OB Williamstown CYMS 14:00
DIVISION 1Bulleen Templestowe Old Mentonians 14:00Prahran Assumption Kew 14:00NOBS/St Pats Ormond 14:00Old Geelong Whitefriars OC 14:00St Mary's Salesian Yarra Valley OB 14:00
DIVISION 2Elsternwick Eltham Collegians 14:00Ivanhoe Northern Blues 14:00Monash Gryphons Old Paradians 14:00Richmond Central Sth Melbourne Districts 14:00St Johns OC MHSOB 14:00
DIVISION 3Emmaus St Leos OC Swinburne University 14:00West Brunswick Power House 14:00Hawthorn Eley Park Sharks 14:00La Trobe University Albert Park 14:00Glen Eira, UHS-VU, Aquinas -Bye
DIVISION 4Box Hill North Chadstone 14:00Manningham Cobras Parkside 14:00Masala Mt Lilydale OC 14:00Point Cook Canterbury 14:00South Mornington Westbourne Gr. 14:00
MEGT UNDER 19 PREMIERDe La Salle University Blacks 14:00Old Melburnians Old Scotch 14:00Old Trinity Beaumaris 14:00Old Xaverians St Kevins 14:00University Blues St Bernards 14:00
UNDER 19 SECTION 2Caulfield Gr. Old Brighton 9:20Collegians Fitzroy 14:00Marcellin OC Old Ivanhoe Gr. 14:00Mazenod St Bedes/Mentone Tigers 9:20Whitefriars Parkdale Vultures 14:00
UNDER 19 SECTION 3Hampton Rovers Ormond 14:00Old Carey Gr. Old Camberwell Gr. 14:00St Bernards Old Geelong 14:00Old Xaverians Williamstown CYMS 11:40
UNDER 19 SECTION 4De La Salle OC Beaumaris 11:40MHSOB Mazenod 14:00Oakleigh Therry Penola OB 9:20Old Haileyburians Northern Blues 14:00Parkdale Vultures Peninsula OB 14:00St Kevins OB Monash Blues 14:00
VAFA COLTSLa Trobe University Bye 9:20Old Paradians Point Cook 14:00St Bernards Williamstown CYMS 14:00UHS-VU/Flemington Ivanhoe 9:20University Blues Parkside 11:40
CLUB XVIII (1)NOBs/St Pats La Trobe University 9:20Old Xaverians Ivanhoe 9:20Prahran Assumption Old Geelong 14:00Richmond Central Hawthorn 9:20
CLUB XVIII (2)Kew St Francis Xavier 14:00Ormond Albert Park 14:00West Brunswick MHSOB 9:20Westbourne Gr. UHS-VU 14:0
PREMIER THIRDSBeaumaris St Bernards 9:20Old Melburnians Collegians 11:40Old Scotch University Blacks 9:20Old Xaverians St Kevins OB 14:00University Blues De La Salle OC 9:20
PREMIER B THIRDSOld Trinity Fitzroy 11:40Old Xaverians AJAX (Black) 11:40St Kevins Mazenod 11:40AJAX (Red) Old Carey 14:00
PREMIER C THIRDSCollegians Parkdale Vultures 11:40Hampton Rovers PEGS 11:40Monash Blues Williamstown CYMS 14:00St Mary's Salesian Old Ivanhoe 9:20Therry Penola OB Marcellin 14:00
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CLUB WAREHOUSE RISING STAR 2015
Congratulations to James King who is this week’s Club Warehouse Rising Star. James made the big step to test himself at the highest VAFA level and join Old Carey after winning a Division 3 Premiership with Northern Blues in 2014. Having family friends at Old Carey made the decision easier and his move smoother allowing him to attend all pre-season trainings and set a great foundation for William Buck Premier football in 2015. Playing a high half-forward roll, James has been a revolution for Old Carey and has been named in Old Carey’s best players 4 times of his 8 games. James utilizes his pace in order to give the best delivery to his deep forwards. Playing a similar tough style of football to Daniel Hannebery, James often wins the contested football and finishes in front of goal kicking 3 majors in Old Carrey’s win over Collegians last weekend. A bright football future is in place for the smiling assassin as he continues to develop at William Buck Premier level and is relishing the new challenges of senior football.
* to be eligible for the club Warehouse Rising Star, a player must be born no earlier than 1994 and playing his first full season of senior football.
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5 YEARS AGO – 2010In Premier A Section De La Salle went into flag favouritism after they demolished Collegians.
The Dees had the game under control by half time with Leigh Harrison and Michael Duggan in terrific form up forward. Jordy Pollard and Tom Moloney were also prominent. Trent Zimbachs, Charlie Holst and Nick Corp did what they could to try and turn the tables but De La held their stranglehold to the final siren, winning 16.16 to 8.8. Collegians managed to hang on to third place but would need to lift their game. Best: Semmell, Pollard, Moloney, Oakley, Harrison (4), Moloney (DLS) and Zimbachs, Harvey, Holst, Corp, Inglis, Kondarovskis (Coll).
Old Carey established an early lead against Old Essendon in Premier B and scored freely after quarter time to finish somewhat wasteful with 20.25. Old Essendon kicked only 3 goals after quarter time to finish 6.8 and already seemed headed to Premier C along with MHSOB, both club having only won one game from the first 10. Best: Rowe, Stewart-Holmes, Willingham, Crozier, Evans (3), Howat (OC) and Rogers, Biggs, Skurrie, Powell, Bartram, Gestier (OE).
Only one player in all of the senior teams, Aaron Marsh (Point Cook), had passed the half way mark in the race for a century of goals; he kicked 11 in this round to take his tally to 55.
Regarded as Monash Gryphons ‘greatest ever player’, Lee ‘Rowdy’ Wells played his 250th game. A 7 time best and fairest winner, Life Member, games record holder and former Club Captain, ‘Rowdy’ epitomised the Club’s values. Second on the Div 4 ladder, Monash were hoping to provide Rowdy with the one missing part, a premiership come September! (that honour was achieved when the Gryphons defeated Mount Lilydale in the GF and you guessed it, Rowdy was in the best six for his Club).
10 YEARS AGO – 2005In D2 Section, Old Geelong lost their first game for the season when they did not handle the trip to Williamstown as they would have liked, the CYMS’ team winning comfortably 18.7 to 11.12, overcoming a tardy start in the first term. Best: Grieve, Holland, M Cocks, Elias, Wheeler, Pach (Williamstown) and Vasey, Vickers-Willis, Lansdell, Paul, Malpas (Old Geelong).
In D3 West Brunswick consolidated their place in the top four with a strong performance against Power House, 20.14 to 9.7. The Westies were on song from the opening bounce. Best: Piestch, Sudholz, S Benjamin, Millard, Monagle (5), West (West Brunswick) and B White (3), S West, P Sosic, N Bishop, R Marshall (PH).
In D4, after Hawthorn Amateurs defeated Bulleen Cobras 19.14 to 13.15, there was only 1 game separating 2nd and 8th place. Best: L Collins, McKenna, Lauletta (5), Jackmos (3), D Pritchard, Hall (Hawthorn) and Cookson, Trinchi, Mehrez, Conn, Mullinger, Dacey (Bulleen).
Cam Thompson reached his 250th game for Old Melburnians, the fourth player to do so for the club. Cam was a dual premiership player (1994 and 2002) and had been at OM’s for 16 seasons.
Two of Uni Blues prominent players, Andrew Lowcock and George De Crespigny, played their 100th games for their club. A key member of the 2004 premiership team, Andrew had a stint with the Kangaroos in 2001 and George had a stint with Carlton’s Reserves before returning to Uni Blues and also became a rep player.
Simon Williams celebrated his 200th game for Old Brighton and became a Life Member of his club. Club Captain for a record 6 seasons, Simon epitomised all that Old Brighton looked for in a player.
20 YEARS AGO – 1995Old Xaverians went to the top of A Section when they defeated Ormond at Ormond, setting up the game in the first quarter with 5.4 to nil. In the trying conditions, it was always going to be difficult for Ormond to get back into the game. It became a low scoring match with Xavs winning score, 7.13 to 5.4. Ormond’s defenders could not keep the classy Xavs’ forwards quiet enough and it cost Ormond their place in the top four. Best: Bowen, McDonald, Blood, Bourke (3), Dann, Leoncelli (Xavs) and Turner, James, P McDonald, Jobling, Edgell, Sebo (Orm).
In B Section, St Kilda South Caulfield just failed to run down Banyule who held on to win 14.17 to 14.12. The difference may well have been Ralph Bergman’s 6 goals for the Saints. Best: Keriana, O’Sullivan, Astapenko, Bergman (6), McGaw, Jackson (StK-Sth C) and Gloury, Gilham, Egan, McDermott, Richmond, Willmott (Ban)
Colin Gathercole finally reached his 200th game at Uni High School Old Boys having stated back in 1982. Now a regular ‘senior’ and well known for his great foot disposal and blind turns, Colin had also served diligently on committee.
Brian Woodhead, tribunal coordinator at the time, had a very busty week as there were no less than 23 guilty players and only 9 had accepted the prescribed penalty. There were also two investigations conducted against clubs!
Collegians won their first game for some time when they beat Uni Blues 18.11 to 9.6 at the Harry Trott. Collegians began to control the game in the second quarter, adding 8 goals of which Tony Baum kicked 4. Tim Bennett played in the ruck, rested in defence and was a very valuable player for the Purple and gold. The Blues had Tyquin as an effective forward, he kicked 6, Ashton and Salinger were good defenders for the Blues.
Caulfield Grammarians (top) continued their good form in B Section with a big win over St Kilda CBC (third), 21.19 to 7.13. Caulfield led from start to finish and they had plenty of options in the avenue to goal with Warwick Watson, Ray Berzins and Phil Callil and with the regular ‘feed’ from Chris Stone and John Kanis. Charlie Capiron and Mark Gillan were two who strived to keep the Saints in the game. Best: Gregor, Nalder, Watson (4), Kanis, Fish, Stone (Caulfield) and Capiron, Gillan, Berenger, Boyd, Latham, B Jones (St Kilda).
40 YEARS AGO – 1975There was not one undefeated team left in the competition after Monash Whites lost to Bulleen United by 25 points. Spooner, Hilton and Mayne were nominated as the best for Bulleen.
Bottom team in A Section, Geelong, yet to win a game, almost caused the upset of the round when they ran the leaders, St Bernards, to a goal. This was easily Geelong’s best performance for the season. It had been close all day and the lead changed constantly. Best: Burgin, Drennan, Slater (5), Snowden, Wade, King (St Bern) and Davis (3), Ross, Tucker (6), Paulke, Wilson, Allden (Geel).
The featured amateur player of the round was Old Trinity’s Bill Peers. His photograph showed Bill in Victorian kit, his slight athletic frame had carried him for 55 amateur games to date. But he had certainly made an impact in his relatively brief career, straight into Old trinity’s senior team from school and winner of the best first year player. Bill went on to win the best and fairest in the following season and represented Victoria.
The VAFA umpires held a ‘Sports Day’ with stars being Geoff Kelly (Squash), Simon Marks (Tennis Singles) and Phil Rowell and Cary Nichol (tennis doubles).
Kevin Kinlock, captain of Brunswick’s 1970 D Section premiership recorded his 300th game.
50 YEARS AGO – 1965Kooyong had almost secured their ‘double chance’ in E Section when they defeated AJAX, albeit narrowly, 11.7 to 10.8. Best: O’Halloran, McColl, Coleman, Bartlett, E Lacey, G Pratt (Kooyong) and Nehl, Faganblatt, Merkel, Freeman, Synman, Goldfarb
(AJAX).
The Club Histories section covered the life span of Power House amateur Football Club from its beginnings in 1947 until the present. The actual Power House community organisation had commenced in 1929 when Lord Somers laid the foundation stones. By 1965 the football club was one of six sporting bodies under the Power House banner. Many successful community leaders had since emerged from this fine body. The football club was under the coaching leadership of legends John McClure (Sens), Les Gordon (Res) and Ian Dakin (U19’s).
55 YEARS AGO – 1960B Section leaders, De La Salle, lost their second successive game when they went down to Hampton Rovers who scored after the final siren to snatch victory. The Rovers had been down by 6 goals at half time. Best: C Adamson, F Adamson, McDonald (HR) and Watts, Compton, Hannaberry (DLS).
60 YEARS AGO – 1955B Section leaders, Coburg, remained undefeated but did not have it all their own way against Collegians (equal 4th). Collegians had not scored a goal at half time and with a score line of 6.9 to 0.7 against them, they rallied in the third term with three goals to outscore Coburg then came home with a ‘rattling’ run in the last quarter for 5 goals. Despite all this Collegians just failed to snatch the game. The Collegians’ scribe include these rather disparaging remarks ‘unfortunately we lost by two ‘fives’ – firstly by 5 minutes and secondly by a ‘bunch of fives’ on our winning half forward flank! Must have got a ‘bit willing’ as Coburg determined to preserve the unbeaten run!
100 games to Bernie Teague, De La Salle’s back pocket player and St Kilda CBOC farewelled three stalwarts, John Langley, Dennis O’Brien and Brian Sharkey, all leaving on a trip to Europe.
65 YEARS AGO – 1950Going for their 12th successive victory in A Section, Ormond stumbled at the hands of Old Scotch who out marked, out paced and therefore out played the ladders leaders 9.13 to 8.12. Best: Geer, Bate, Morone (OS) and K Robinson, Rundle, Hardy (Orm).
In B Section, Collegians inflicted the first defeat on Commonwealth Bank 10.18 to 8.13. Best: Brian Judd, Warren Judd, Greg Buckeridge and David Kerr (Coll) and Ted Thomas, Alan Shiel, Ian Bailey and Alan Kirby (CB).
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DRAW LEAVES BITTER TASTE IN MOUTHS Footy can be a cruel game sometimes, you give your all for 120 minutes, and push your body to its limit only to
come away with a tie. The rarest thing to happen on a football field. You can play a whole career and inevitably every week one team will win, one team will lose. It can be the harshest of results but it happened in the Beaumaris v Uni Blues game with the Sharks having to come from behind at 3QT to square it up and share the points. Uni Blues were outstanding, down by 2 goals at the first change they rallied to lead by a solitary point at the half and 7pts at the last break. Zagni continued his great goal kicking form with 5 while Nevitt booted 4 for the blues. Pierce and Jess were best on ground for their respective sides. As a result of the draw, Old Xaverians jump over Beaumaris to 3rd on the ladder and Uni Blues are up to 5th only a single game behind the sharks.
Old Scotch have had a lot of close losses over the last few weeks, but haven’t been able to get the four points. The same thing happened against Uni Blacks this week, losing by 8 points to the Blacks at Crawford oval. Scotch took the early lead, before a seven goal second term got Blacks back into it with the home side taking a 32 point lead into the main break. The Cardinals fought back after the half kicking 5 goals to none to wrestle back the ascendency and go into 3QT 4 points ahead. A 3 goal to 1 final term got Blacks over the line. Mills kicked 4 and was best on ground for the home team while Stewart kicked 5 and Padbury 3 in another great display by the young forward.
Old Xaverians and De La Salle locked horns at Dairy Bell in what was billed as a cracking contest, it lived up to the hype. Only one goal separated the teams at the first change Xavs way. A 4 goal to none second term set up the Xavs victory and they were in control from then on. De La fought hard all day, but the Xavs seem to be finding a little bit of form and a settled side. Xavs’ next two weeks against St Bernards and St Kevins, are crucial if they want to finish top two and really contend for this years premiership. De La are by no means out of finals calculations, but
will need to start to string a few wins together to really cement a spot in the last four. Marchese and Anderson were the best players for their respective sides in a great contest.
Back to back wins coming into their game against St Kevins would have given Old Melburnians a sliver of confidence, but that was dashed in the first term when Skobs kicked 5 goals to 1. Skobs were clinical, not letting up for a second, they kicked 8 to none in the second term and continued to pile on the goals eventually kicking 31.15 and passing the 200 mark for the first time this season. Fletcher and Bonacci were out standing kicking 9 and 7 respectively and were named best afield for 2nd placed St Kevins. McGee and McFarlane were OM’s best on another dirty day for the team.
St Bernard’s did it easily against a hapless Old Trinity side registering a 21 goal win and showed why they sit atop the MEGT Under 19 Premier ladder. Once again though errant goal kicking cost them an enormous win but they did what they had to nonetheless. Ronke was outstanding kicking 9 goals with Considine chiming in with 4 majors. Trinity have had 2 heavy losses in two games and need to start winning games to try and keep themselves out of the relegation zone. Hargreaves and Thuring were their best on a tough day for the footy club.
MEGT UNDER 19 PremierBeaumaris v De La SalleOld Scotch v Old Trinity
Uni Blues v Old MelburniansOld Xaverians v St Bernards
St Kevins v Uni Blacks
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SECTION TWO
ROYS’ DELIGHTIFitzroy took an enormous step towards finals football,
knocking off a wasteful Whitefriars team away from home. The Roys played with finals like intensity and it seemed as though they were out to make a statement. Making the most of scoring opportunities was the difference on the day, the Friars kicking themselves out of the game by registering only 3.11 in the second half. Dan O’Connor was on fire for the winners, kicking six to see the Roys home. Fitzroy now find themselves a game clear of the Friars in 3rd, with only a rampant Old Brighton unit and the undefeated Parkdale ahead of them.
Parkdale put on a clinic against Old Ivanhoe at Chelsworth Park on Saturday. The Hoes fought bravely but were simply outclassed by a Parkdale side which is now 9-0 and two games clear on top. It didn’t take long for the Vultures to kick into gear, a 12 goal first half setting up the 98-point thumping. James Salouris continued his fine season, booting seven goals for the winners. Ashley Sivell was also instrumental in the win. The most pleasing aspect on the day for Parkdale will be their ten goalkickers, a sure sign that the team is firing on all cylinders. In other results Marcellin outlasted a plucky Mazenod team by 23 points, Caulfield Grammarians stretched Collegians losing streak to nine, and Old Brighton went about their business, defeating St Bedes/Mentone by 88 points.
SECTION THREE
OG’S ON FIREIn what was supposed to be the match of the round, Old Geelong bullied Ormond in their match on Saturday. Both teams were 6-3 heading into the contest but it was Old Geelong that put their foot on the gas and never looked back, running out 83-point winners. Jock Grimshaw and Will Griffiths kicked four goals each as Harry Wynn-Pope put in a best on ground performance for the winners.
Hampton Rovers outlasted a determined Old Xaverians outfit at Stradbroke park on Saturday. The Xavs showed some serious fight in the loss, but spent all their petrol tickets in the first three quarters to get overrun in the last by 13-points. It was a 1-point ball game at three quarter time but Hampton Rovers spearhead Thomas Nicholls took it upon himself to lift the Rovers over the line, taking his season tally to 27 goals with another eight majors on the day. He was unstoppable. At the other end of the ground, Xavs forward Ted Watkin was on target as well, booting six of his own in an impressive display of goalkicking.
Elsewhere, Old Carey cemented their spot in the top two with a comfortable 58-point win over St Bernards, and Williamstown CYMS were far too strong for Old Camberwell, running out 51-point victors, as Mitchell Parkinson was the star with six goals for the CY’s.
UNDER 19 Section 2Parkdale v Caulfield Grammarians
Old Brighton v MazenodSt Bedes/Mentone v Whitefriars
Old Ivanhoe v CollegiansFitzroy v Marcellin
UNDER 19 Section 3Old Geelong v Williamstown CYMS
Ormond v St BernardsOld Carey v Hampton Rovers
Old Camberwell v Old Xaverians
U19 PremierOld Xaverians 3.1, 7.7, 11.7, 12.9 (81)De La Salle 2.1, 2.3, 5.4, 9.4 (58)GOALS, Old Xaverians: C. Kennedy 3, O. Silk 2, J. French 2, H. Kelly 1, H. Lucas 1, S. Cleeve 1, T. Wiegold 1, H. Troiani 1De La Salle: J. Tyquin 4, P. Ryan 2, S. Vawser 1, T. Still 1, D. Krelle 1BEST, Old Xaverians: H. Morris, T. Anderson, T. Wiegold, O. Silk, H. Kelly, Z. Haussegger De La Salle: D. Marchese, N. Taylor, S. Vawser, J. Sahely, P. Ryan, J. TyquinUniversity Blacks 3.3, 10.4, 10.5, 13.8 (86)Old Scotch 4.1, 5.3, 10.9, 11.12 (78)GOALS, University Blacks: W. Mills 4, J. Boyle 3, S. McKenzie 2, M. Rowlands 1, L. McDonald 1, T. Chalkley 1, I. Parker 1 Old Scotch: W. Stewart 5, A. Padbury 3, H. Mason 1, W. Holding 1, R. McDougall 1BEST, University Blacks: W. Mills, T. Chalkley, M. Rowlands, J. Clarke, L. McDonald, R. Duffy Old Scotch: A. Padbury, J. Slobom, S. Anderson, W. Stewart, M. Bulte, A. TownsendBeaumaris 5.3, 7.3, 9.5, 13.8 (86)University Blues 3.1, 7.4, 10.6, 13.8 (86)GOALS, Beaumaris: M. Zagni 5, S. Gibbins 2, M. Hanson 2, D. Kelly 1, R. Pierce 1, C. Pace 1, S. Doherty 1University Blues: M. Nevett 4, J. Jess 2, G. Osti 2, D. Symes 1, H. Emms 1, J. Cameron 1, H. Molenaar 1, O. Bevan 1BEST, Beaumaris: R. Pierce, D. Kelly, R. Carroll, M. Hanson, T. Gregory, S. Doherty University Blues: J. Jess, M. Nevett, O. Bevan, A. McKindlay, E. Keach, E. CondonSt Kevins 5.3, 13.8, 20.13, 31.15 (201)Old Melburnians 1.3, 2.3, 2.4, 4.6 (30)GOALS, St Kevins: N. Fletcher 9, F. Bonacci 7, J. Slevison 3, A. Clough 3, T. Massey 2, J. Cairns 1, A. Webb 1, H. Kerr 1, H. Lewis 1, J. Prosser 1, P. Simkiss 1, M. Olsen 1Old Melburnians: A. McFarlane 1, W. Monk 1, W. Dowling 1, T. Fuller 1BEST, St Kevins: N. Fletcher, F. Bonacci, A. Webb, C. Tate, J. Slevison, P. SimkissOld Melburnians: C. McGee, A. McFarlane, S. Hooper, S. Kelly, T. Fuller, L. RatliffSt Bernards 5.9, 9.18, 15.21, 23.26 (164)Old Trinity 0.2, 1.2, 2.3, 2.3 (15)GOALS, St Bernards: B. Ronke 9, W. Considine 4, P. Martin 3, C. Vague 2, M. Jaggard 1, M. Hughes 1, J. Turville 1, D. Parkes 1, T. Delzoppo 1Old Trinity: E. Bowman 1, A. Gioulekas 1BEST, St Bernards: B. Ronke, M. Jaggard, D. Kennedy, T. Delzoppo, B. Hedley, C. VagueOld Trinity: J. Hargreaves, C. Thuring, N. Meerman, J. Plant, A. Gioulekas, S. Joyce
U19 Section 2Caulfield Grammarians 7.4, 9.5, 12.9, 14.13 (97)Collegians 0.0, 1.3, 1.3, 4.4 (28)GOALS, Caulfield Grammarians: L. Topp 4, H. Calder 2, J. Short 2, H. Mills 2, J. Donne 1, S. Manos 1, N. Gould 1, K. Malignaggi 1 Collegians: H. Ling 2, N. Johnston 1, H. Birchall 1BEST, Caulfield Grammarians: K. Malignaggi, H. Mills, C. Bold, J. Anderson, H. Calder, L. Topp Collegians: J. Dickinson, W. Gorton, H. Greene, T. Wyett, H. Butterss, T. HentschkeOld Brighton 5.4, 7.8, 14.12, 19.16 (130)St Bedes / Mentone Tigers AFC 0.2, 1.5, 2.5, 6.6 (42)GOALS, Old Brighton: G. Yeoman 4, S. Campbell 3, A. Andrews 3, G. Jones 2, T. Garner 1, T. Currie 1, B. Harris 1, L. Welsh 1, P. Chantzos 1, R. Wheeler 1, M. Ho 1St Bedes / Mentone Tigers AFC: J. Young 2, K. Arthur 1, S. Barca 1, K. Pateluch 1, D. Heverin 1BEST, Old Brighton: B. Williams, G. Yeoman, B. Harris, M. Ho, J. Cowling, P. ChantzosSt Bedes / Mentone Tigers AFC: R. Mravljak, R. Leslie, L. Anastasio, S. Barca, D. Pilch, R. MaddafordMarcellin OC 0.2, 2.4, 4.5, 10.11 (71)Mazenod 1.2, 3.4, 6.6, 7.6 (48)GOALS, Marcellin OC: A. McHenry 2, L. Bosio 2, D. Di Roberto 1, J. Cecala 1, J. Cullen 1, R. Muir 1, A. Salvatore 1, J. Picco 1 Mazenod: K. McKeogh 3, D. Fowler 2, D. Hayes 1, P. Mulligan 1 BEST, Marcellin OC: N. Hullick, N. Raso, J. James, M. Jones, A. Salvatore, J. Bolzonello Mazenod: B. Riley, D. Mydaras, L. McEniry, J. Di Nezza, D. Fowler, N. BeovichParkdale Vultures 6.4, 12.7, 15.11, 20.19 (139)Old Ivanhoe Grammarians 2.2, 4.4, 6.4, 6.5 (41)GOALS, Parkdale Vultures: J. Salouris 7, B. Austin 4, J. Edmunds 2, A. Watterson 1, J. Green 1, L. Byrnes 1, B. Dillon 1, J. Clark 1, T. Oliver 1, T. Larter 1Old Ivanhoe Grammarians: S. Tsanoudakis 1, L. Koulis 1, J. Kandiliotis 1, H. Gibbs 1, A. Bacskos 1, F. Portella 1BEST, Parkdale Vultures: A. Sivell, T. Carroll, S. Timuska-Carr, B. Austin, J. Salouris, L. ButlerOld Ivanhoe Grammarians: J. Larkin, N. Horsford, K. Audley, J. Erman, A. Stenta, J. O’KaneFitzroy 2.2, 6.4, 7.5, 11.11 (77)Whitefriars 4.1, 5.4, 6.10, 8.15 (63)GOALS, Fitzroy: D. O’Connor 6, D. Megennis 2, E. Darby 1, A. Lambert 1, S. Reeves 1 Whitefriars: B. Tatterson 1, J. Perrin 1, A. Hands 1, M. McMahon 1, N. Mercuri 1, R. Malt 1, J. Koutsaplis 1, J. Battista 1BEST, Fitzroy: M. Davie, D. O’Connor, A. Lambert, I. Wattis, J. Butler, Z. Hancock Whitefriars: J. Dwyer, K. Hayes, B. Kelsey, J. Spencer, J. Morais, R. Malt
U19 Section 3Old Carey Gr 5.5, 9.6, 12.7, 15.9 (99)St Bernards 1.2, 1.5, 4.7, 5.11 (41)GOALS, Old Carey Gr: St Bernards: J. Debono 2, P. Comerford 2, T. Madden 1BEST, Old Carey Gr: St Bernards: P. Sawaya, T. Madden, S. Merkel, J. Debono, C. Tormey, T. HortonOld Geelong 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 20.7 (127)Ormond 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 6.8 (44)GOALS, Old Geelong: W. Griffiths 4, J. Grimshaw 4, S. Youngman 3, H. Wynn-Pope 2, E. Manton 2, T. Allen 1, J. Planner 1, D. Ennels 1, S. Bongiorno 1, C. Youngman 1Ormond: A. Strahan 3, J. Kangisser 1, R. Behke 1, N. Halsall 1BEST, Old Geelong: H. Wynn-Pope, W. Griffiths, S. Youngman, E. Gubbins, E. Strapp, J. GrimshawOrmond: N. Edwards, J. Kangisser, Z. Papacostas, J. McCAMBLEY, B. Hardwick, A. StrahanHampton Rovers 4.3, 7.5, 10.9, 13.16 (94)Old Xaverians 2.3, 6.6, 10.8, 12.9 (81)GOALS, Hampton Rovers: T. Nicholls 8, C. Jones 3, D. Tocher 2Old Xaverians: E. Watkin 6, L. Jorgensen 3, T. Boots 1, P. Long 1, A. Skene 1BEST, Hampton Rovers: T. Nicholls, J. Benjamin, D. Broadstock, J. Zaina, O. Sweetapple-Gagiero, C. JonesOld Xaverians: T. Boots, L. Jorgensen, H. Cullity, P. Long, E. Watkin, N. LefebvreWilliamstown CYMS 5.2, 8.6, 10.12, 18.14 (122)Old Camberwell Gr 2.0, 4.1, 8.2, 11.5 (71)GOALS, Williamstown CYMS: M. Parkinson 6, B. Connolly 4, J. Slee 4, M. Barnes 3, T. Ball 1Old Camberwell Gr: D. Bancroft 5, T. Pepperell 3, A. Ioannou 1, H. Urwin 1, C. Thorn 1BEST, Williamstown CYMS: D. Schwarze, M. Barnes, K. Dawson, T. Ball, M. Parkinson, N. MalkounOld Camberwell Gr: D. Bancroft, R. Jago, B. Warburton, F. Wells, L. Negri, S. Powell
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U19 Section 4Monash Blues 5.0, 8.2, 12.3, 13.3 (81)Therry Penola OB 0.2, 1.4, 1.6, 4.10 (34)GOALS, Monash Blues: D. Quattro 2, B. Crawford 2, D. Saville 2, J. Rymarz 2, L. Thomas 1, M. Lawrence 1, Z. Bury 1, L. Buck 1, W. Hogan 1Therry Penola OB: M. Dixon 2, M. Pauthenet 1, S. Skapetis 1BEST, Monash Blues: L. Buck, Z. Bury, J. Cantwell, M. Lawrence, L. Thomas, J. WilliamsTherry Penola OB: J. Stringile, P. Stragos, A. Mudgway, C. Ratten, M. Dixon, J. RyanBeaumaris FC 3.2, 6.4, 13.9, 21.14 (140)Northern Blues 2.2, 6.5, 10.7, 10.9 (69)GOALS, Beaumaris FC: P. Feather 6, J. Smith 4, J. Davis 4, S. Evans 3, M. Kornberg 2, B. Hudson 2Northern Blues: D. Delle-Vergini 4, C. Useinov 2, J. Mazzone 2, S. Fleming 1, M. Fogale 1BEST, Beaumaris FC: Northern Blues: M. Manteit, D. Delle-Vergini, C. Useinov, J. Taylor, T. Smith, T. Evans
Mazenod OC 4.1, 6.6, 9.10, 12.11 (83)St Kevins OB 0.0, 6.5, 7.7, 11.10 (76)GOALS, Mazenod OC: J. Hill 4, C. Martino 3, D. Byrne 1, C. Dorio 1, M. Zogoulas 1, J. Murdock 1, Z. Prosser 1St Kevins OB: N. Dachs 4, S. Graham 2, L. Wray 2, A. Favaloro 1, N. Milne 1, B. Dimattina 1BEST, Mazenod OC: D. Spooner, T. O’Hara, J. Hill, C. Martino, D. Byrne, A. Brand-OliverSt Kevins OB: T. Sanders, A. Favaloro, B. Dimattina, M. Musarra, M. Matthews, N. MilneOld Haileyburians 3.3, 5.5, 7.7, 12.13 (85)De La Salle OC 1.1, 5.8, 6.11, 7.15 (57)GOALS, Old Haileyburians: B. O’Leary 3, J. Munro 2, M. Sturgess 2, C. White 1, D. Korbman 1, W. Meehan 1, B. Oakes 1, N. Tabe 1De La Salle OC: O. Milner 1, P. Kony 1, L. Carracher 1, J. Hanley 1, J. Driscoll 1, L. McCluskey 1, M. Simons 1BEST, Old Haileyburians: B. Oakes, N. Tabe, J. Elston, B. O’Leary, W. Meehan, J. MunroDe La Salle OC: S. Taranto, P. Kony, L. McCluskey, P. Burnell, D. Roberts, O. Milner
Parkdale Vultures 5.6, 8.10, 11.16, 18.18 (126)Oakleigh AFC 3.2, 7.5, 7.7, 9.8 (62)GOALS, Parkdale Vultures: N. McKenzie 3, L. Ellis 3, L. Gallagher 3, H. Spencer 2, J. Hall 2, I. Daou 1, T. Congerton 1, T. Pollard 1, B. Lawrence 1, T. Jenkins 1Oakleigh AFC: A. Malhotra 4, R. Henderson 1, N. Fredericks 1, C. Moore 1, N. Di Cioccio 1, L. Cloke 1BEST, Parkdale Vultures: J. Love, T. Jenkins, H. Spencer, N. McKenzie, A. Heatley, L. GallagherOakleigh AFC: A. Malhotra, C. Moore, L. Pappon, A. Swan, L. Cloke, R. HendersonPeninsula OB won by foreit.
1 Drew Kelly2 Charlie Bennett3 Chris McLaren4 Oliver Florent5 Cal Beattie-Powell6 Rhys Pierce7 Sean Doherty8 Cameron Pace9 Harrison Smyth10 Matthew Williams11 Andreas Baruhas12 Nicholas Henricks13 Todd Douglass14 Callum Linehan15 Jordan White16 James Taylor17 Matt Hanson18 Matt Zagni19 Thomas Gregory20 Athan Aridas22 Shaun Evans23 Thomas Buckle24 Ben Dickson25 Sam Gibbins26 Fraser Johns27 Callum Cusack33 Joshua Gover34 Matthew Lucas46 Julian Lam48 Jacob Duigan
St Bernard’sCoach: Rocky Iannello
Assistants: Serge Ramano
1 Josh Turville2 Mitchell Hughes3 Tom Howard4 Declan Kennedy5 Chris Hughes6 Nick Larkin7 Rhyen Woods10 Marcus De Leur11 Anthony Dillon12 Charlie Vague13 Jed Carey14 Danny Yacoub15 Ben Hedley16 Luke Beddoe19 Edyn Sibbald20 Edward Dugdale22 Patrick Martin25 Jeremy Sullivan28 Nick Kelly29 Matthew Tonge29 Tom DelZoppo30 James Tait36 James Oruba44 Lachlan Sullivan 50 Joel Comito52 Harri Rocke53 Pat O’Sullivan55 Chris Gavaghan56 Daniel Parkes58 Sean Merkel59 Max Jaggard60 Matthew Zammit60 Will Considine63 Ben Ronke65 Chris Tormey73 Pat Sawaya74 Tim Rose75 Tom Madden76 Tristan Doody77 Will Issacs78 Zach O’Hallaron79 Michael Caven
St KevinsCoach: Tom Purcell, James Kennedy
Assistants: Damian Merrett 1 Roland De Biase1 Scott Kaiser2 James Prosser5 Callum Tate6 Mark Spence7 Stephen DiCintio8 Alexander Favaloro9 Joshua Shannon10 Andrew Clough11 Matthew Olsen12 William Ostrowsky13 Nicholas Fletcher16 Thomas Massey15 Cameron Paull18 Nathan Stagg19 Harry Lewis20 Oscar Henderson21 Jonathan Ring22 James Tighe27 Jacob Edginton28 Nathan Stagg29 Francesco Bonacci31 Daniel Lattanzio31 James Slevison35 Xavier Siebel36 Haydon Reinwald39 Cameron Paull40 Andrew Webb42 Patrick Simkiss44 Ciaran Ross45 Lachlan Merrett46 Maxwell Musarra48 Nicholas Milne49 Lachlan Wray50 Thomas Sanders51 Kieran Ayres52 Harry Bennetts53 William Sist54 Oliver Doswell55 Patrick Di Natale57 Darcy Carroll61 Vincent Newton61 Lachlan Turnbull63 Harry Kerr65 Jack Gale66 Benjamin Dimattina67 Macgregor Matthews68 Lachlan Comito71 Callum Smith72 James Papadopulos74 Alexander Stefanac75 Tom Appleby76 Damon Tucker78 Callum Smith79 Sebastian Graham80 Harry Hutchison80 Thomas Sanders81 Nicholas Dachs82 Jack Cairns83 Thomas Montgomerie86 Anthony Ioannidis88 Fergal Utri93 Zachery Morse
University BlacksCoach: Luke O’Connell
1 Andrew Pilbrow2 Nathan Hill3 Zach Harris4 Jake Chan5 Jordan Payne6 Tom Chalkey7 Tom Cousins8 Ryan Duffy9 Toby Sheehan10 Emilio Eugenio11 Peter Viney12 Connor Bowden13 Josh Kimpton14 Charlie Sher15 Ollie Harrison16 Isaac Parker17 Lachlan McDonald18 Jack Callahan19 Tom Pendlebury20 Jedd Dow21 Will Mills22 Harry Allen23 Jirra Moffatt24 Thomas Caughey25 Liam Flanagan26 Sean Bartlett27 Jackson Clarke28 Jackson Gravenor29 Will Hayward30 Sam McKenzie31 Nick Johnson32 Miles Rowlands
University BluesCoach: Jeff Scotland
Assistants: Will Langley
1 Andy Batarilo2 Jack Curnow3 Matt Nevatt4 Shaun Lucas5 Daniel Batarilo (Capt)6 Angus Adams7 Ed Keach8 Ollie Bevan9 Brett Scotland10 Jacob Jess11 Nick Hanlon12 Will Blakey14 Ed Condon15 Darcy Cordell16 James Cameron17 Issac Brambley18 Joe Kemp19 Tom Wilson21 Zach Healey22 Jackson Reynoldson23 Dominic Symes26 Lachie Chomley27 George Osti30 Fin Montgomery35 Ben Barton36 Charles Fry38 Angus McKindlay Sam Clements Michael Pritchard Ed Bahrens Henry Hewitson Daniel Simpson Hugh Molenaar Ben Barton Andy Campbell Patrick O’Brien
Old MelburniansCoach: James Ray
Assistants: Guss Murray
1 William Ahearn2 Tom Fuller3 Charles Koren4 Will Dowling5 Sam Kelly7 Hamish Stopp8 Gordon Carter10 Will Lovelock11 Bob De Fegely12 Sam Hooper13 Liam Ratliff14 Harry Waite15 Theodore Rosenthal16 Haddon Dixon17 Will Monk18 Dan Watson19 Edward Daniell20 Sandy McFarlane21 Fraser Nott22 David Holyoake23 Max Kenyon24 Ben Rothfield25 Harry Stephens27 Will Zwar28 Lachlan Horne29 Mitchell Horne30 Jordan Anderson31 Edward Bickford32 Gus Borthwick33 Fergus Cargill34 Max Figgins35 Adrian Karatzas36 Chris Kirton37 Angus Kleiman38 Rob Lindsay39 Ryley Lucas40 Will May41 Patrick Meares42 Michael Merakis43 James Otto44 Ben Wilson
Old ScotchCoach: Steve Reddish
Assistants: M. Clearihan & P. Hermann
1 Julian Beard (C)2 Nick Balson3 Mitchell Nikolovski4 Will Holding5 Dimitri Panotis6 Ed Gillies8 Brad Winder9 Alex Townsend10 Jack Otter11 Jonathon Leggo12 Charlie Millar13 Nick Clark14 Nick Stavris15 Andrew Padbury16 Ted Murchie17 Campbell Matthews18 John McLellan19 Daniel Beddison22 Tom Greenaway23 Howard Webb24 Andrew Lambert25 Ben Hays26 Mitchell Bulte31 Caleb Kalogirou32 Will Stewart33 Richard Goodey34 Hugh Griffiths35 Rob McDougall37 Max Rennie38 Will Rennie39 Tom Bernard41 Hugh Mason42 Jack Slobom43 James Johnstone44 Nick Waddell46 James Hunt (VC)47 Barnaby Holmes48 Charlie Worrell-Smith50 Tom Kletzmayr Ben Aharfi Sam Anderson Luke Bevan Mitch Bevan Matthew Clearihan Luke Daggian Josh Halsall Richard Meadows Mack Rivett Nathan Spinks Michael Wenn
Old TrinityCoach: Jeff Hooper
Assistants: N. Mescher, S. Young
1 Danny Land2 Hamish Felton3 Jacob Sando4 Darcy White5 Callum Hooper6 Martin Muller7 Louis Muller8 Lachlan Aikman9 William Lane10 Oscar Sharp11 Matt Corney12 Daniel Speake13 Lloyd Robertson14 Dane Fencaros15 Arthur Gioulekas16 Tom Davies17 Henry Moore18 Andrew Bennett19 Jonte Antonino20 Jack Plant21 James Hargreaves22 Samuel Griffith23 Aidan Paus24 James Harden25 John Diffey26 Sam Joyce 27 James Rush28 Christos Manoussakis29 Charles Roberts30 Alexander Fogarty31 Liam Ritchie32 Chris Thuring33 Ben Mescher34 James Rogers35 Sam Dean-Spagnolo36 Tim Hall37 Elliott Bowman38 Marcus Emerton-Bain39 Harry Diamond40 Sam Lee41 Simon Tselios43 Matt Lasorko44 Blair Henery47 William De Graaff48 Tom Young58 Thomas Shiels62 Harry Thompson51 Alex Polidoros67 Nelson Smith55 Joe Camppbell73 Lachlan Pearce
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Old XaveriansCoach: Peter Callinan
Assistants: Pat Kennedy
1 Hamish Morris 3 Jack Kelliher 4 Jake French 5 Tom Anderson (C) 6 Harry Lucas 7 James Agius 8 Matt Smith 9 Ben Murphy 10 Ollie Silk 11 Tim Polkinghorn 12 Ben Polkinghorn 13 Sam Cleeve 14 Hamish Cullity 15 Joe Barlow (vc) 16 Matt Ongarato 17 Tom Ingham 18 Will Richards 19 Todd Vander Haar 20 Tyson Weigold 21 Harry Kelly 22 Nick Lefebvre 23 Tom Amad 24 Charlie Kennedy 25 Mitch Parker 26 Tom Wynne 29 Charlie Wright
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Caulfield Gr.Coach: Josh McCahon
Assistants: Simon Kelleway
1 Nic Gould2 James Kellock3 Aya Fujiwara4 Jack Donne5 Nick Silvestro6 Jack Short7 Dylan Smith8 Nicholas Blaich9 James (Capt) Small10 Ben Green11 Tim Mollard12 Chris Bold13 Lachlan Holmes14 Harry Calder15 Kosmo Malignaggi16 Jacob Serry17 Khan Oxenham18 Kirren Ponniah19 Lachlan Nixon20 Tom Smith21 Max Judd23 James Anderson25 Jerome Stewart26 Will Barker28 Max Simpson29 Myles Spielvogel30 Josh Burland32 Youssef Sabet33 Carl Burnett35 Zach Amos36 Ollie Allis37 Noah Answerth44 Darcy Levin46 Bryce Bacon
CollegiansCoach: Rob Ferguson
Assistants: Alan Solomon
1 Harry Cattell (C)2 Hugh Birchel3 Josh Dickinson4 Louis Walter5 Riely Martin7 Tyson Wyett8 Linus Walsh9 Alex Leye10 Alex Waddington11 Sam Porz12 Zac Burns13 Tim Nancarrow14 Simon Kerwin15 Harry Butterss16 Fergus Huntington16 Matthew Barton17 Will Gorton18 Jim Bazzani19 Callum Smith20 Hugo Ling23 Dave Ellinghaus24 Lachie Eyles (VC)25 Ben Peschke27 Matthew Singleton29 James Dunn30 Eddie Rice (VC)32 Calum Wilson33 Jake Ellis34 Lachie Cooke35 Hugh Greene40 Hugh Johnston41 Thomas Jordan42 Alex Barr43 James Emmett44 Declan Harris47 Lewis Hentschke50 Max Goodwin 51 Christian Middleton52 Jayden Douglass55 Griffin Siassios57 James Widdop59 Jack Malady60 Freddie Sullivan71 Oscar Pearson91 Rhys Hildebrand-Wise
Old IvanhoeCoach: Brad Shadbolt
Assistants: Chris Branigan
1 Henry Moyle2 Ben Oliver3 Callum Mcilveen4 Adam Meikle5 Trent Crouch6 Dominic Inglese7 Anthony Stenta8 Tom O’halloran9 Kieran Audley10 Jack Dawson11 Jeremy Young12 Henry Gibbs13 Jackson Lee14 Dan Carolan15 Laz Koulis16 Jordan Stanton17 William Gough18 Matthew Martin19 Dylan Buttifant20 Steven Tsanoudakis21 Jake Erman22 James Larkin23 Alex Bacskos24 Tom Kellock25 Peter Gavrilovski26 Jack Say27 James O’kane28 Luke Cinerari29 Nick Reeves-Smyth30 Lachlan Mcleish31 Tim Fidler32 Nick Horsford33 James Locke34 James Kandiliotis35 Mitchell Brown36 Francesco Portella37 Michael Altis39 Damien Pieri41 Dean Spokes
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Parkdale VulturesCoach: Luke Borella
Assistants: Ned Harding, Matt Hayes 1 Ryan O’Leary2 Tom Congerton3 Kane Bode4 Josh Green5 James Clark (VC)6 James Salouris7 Brad Austin8 Bailey Dillon (C)9 Brayden Stevenson10 Jaye Edmunds11 Daniel Rendall12 Lachie Gallagher13 Jack Vorbach14 Kai Love-Linay15 Matthew McCoy16 Harrison Spencer17 Adam Heatley18 Lyndon Byrnes19 Andrew Waterson (VC)20 Shea Gribben21 Ryan Stringer22 Kyle Steegstra23 Dhanesh Jayasalen24 Jesse Andrews25 Tim Carroll26 William McGowan (VC)27 Leigh Jenkins28 Matthew Robertson29 Tommy Lartar30 Liam Marshell31 Jarrod Peake32 Luke Symons33 Matthew Rattenbury34 Nick Farnbach35 Ash Sivell36 Billy Cross37 Tom Polard38 Luke Ellis39 James Barker42 Patrick Larkin45 Pablo Borboa47 Jack Love48 Corey Fall-Jablonka52 Neil McKenizie59 Matt Francis62 Ollie Herd80 Nathan Petersen81 Samuel Davis82 Harry Brennan83 Josh Hall84 Tom Oliver85 Matt McDonald86 Tom Richards87 Tim Taranto88 Sam Timuska-Carr89 Aidan Glackin90 Tom Jenkins91 Lachie Butler92 Ben Lawrence93 Izar Daou
St Bedes/Mentone TigersCoach: Chris Heverin
Assistants: R. Thompson, J. Mravjak, G. Guerin
1 Jordan Pastura (Capt)3 Sam Lundy4 Alex Shaw5 Sam Upton7 Max Millwood8 Jono Zuccala9 Jayden Clark11 Kieran Arthur12 Ryan Mravljak14 Dane Heverin15 Alex Elias16 Mitchell Johnstone17 Jordan Young18 Reagan Maddaford19 Daniel Pilch20 Jake Beddoe21 Ben Hubeek22 Dale McArthur23 Oscar Adorno24 Sean Connell25 Hunter Griffin26 Connor Shaw27 Corey Bader28 Joel Saunders30 Josh Fisher35 Sam Barca36 Lachlan Palfrey37 Ryan Leslie38 Darcy James39 Robert Iudica44 Billy Pickles47 Liam Anastasio
WhitefriarsCoach: David Kelsey
Ass. Jeremy Freeman, Tony Pisani
1 Ryan Malt (C)3 Ben Kelsey (C)5 Joshua Dwyer6 Lewis Deane7 Jordan Koutsaplis8 Ben Tatterson9 Jon Pisani10 Matthew Mc Mahon11 Luke Galtieri12 James Hardiman13 Nicholas Hee14 James Battista16 Daniel Chen17 Damian Jacotine18 Jack Sammut19 Jason Spencer21 Jack Hardy22 Jackson Deane23 James Perrin24 Hewitt Murray25 Adrian Cardamone26 Ed Dinh27 Jack Richardson28 Kieran Hayes29 Tom Gastin30 Michael Coen31 Daniel Michael32 Martin Li33 Jack Zita34 Nic Mercuri35 Angus Hands36 Jordan Morais37 Dominic Haley38 David Iesa
FitzroyCoach: Tim Bell
Assistants: M. Manoli, M. Stuart
1 Will Zaghis2 Daniel O’Connor3 James Butler4 Josh Poulter5 James Bluer6 Noah Darby7 Sean Laidlaw8 George Bountris9 Zac Hancock10 Angus Ryan11 Martin Deasey12 Harry Skacej13 Isaac Wattis14 Max Davies (C)15 Bernard Wright16 Joe Hill17 Hugh Morris-Dalton18 Otto Ishak20 Robert Belchamber21 Harry Dorrat Thorpe22 Will Symons23 Matthew Bell24 Milo Nash25 Liam Niere26 Harris Scholz-Mitchell27 Charlie Phillips28 Gus Richardson29 Gabriel Oliver30 Aiden Lambert31 Strachan Jack 32 Daniel Megennis33 Max Stella34 Samuel Reeves35 Ben McDonald36 Harry Jorgensen37 George Baker-Holland39 Jacob Long42 Ned Ryan
30 Nathan Beovich13 Jacob Buccella19 Jack CarrollTBA Jake Charman2 Rhys Clayton11 Mark ConsolmagnoTBA Fabio D’Alfonso22 Samuel Deegan5 Julian Di Nezza4 Stephen Forster27 Declan FowlerTBA Daniel HayesTBA Jono LeTBA Sean McCullagh23 Timothy McDonald16 Lachlan McEniry6 Tom McKenna (VC)28 Kieren McKeogh12 Matthew McLellanTBA Peter MulliganTBA Daniel Mydaras8 Tom Odrawaz1 Francis Palleschi (C)24 Thomas Patterson20 Christian Poretti14 Matthew SierTBA Daniel SmithTBA Joshua Swainston29 Jake Walton15 Josh Webster17 Joshua White (DVC)TBA Daniel WilesTBA Jake Winn TBA Benjamin Riley
U19 – SECTION 2
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Old BrightonCoach: Ryan Joseph
1 Ryan O’Leary2 Tom Congerton3 Kane Bode4 Josh Green5 James Clark (VC)6 James Salouris7 Brad Austin8 Bailey Dillon (C)9 Brayden Stevenson10 Jaye Edmunds11 Daniel Rendall12 Lachie Gallagher13 Jack Vorbach14 Kai Love-Linay15 Matthew McCoy16 Harrison Spencer17 Adam Heatley18 Lyndon Byrnes19 Andrew Waterson (VC)20 Shea Gribben21 Ryan Stringer22 Kyle Steegstra23 Dhanesh Jayasalen24 Jesse Andrews25 Tim Carroll26 William McGowan (VC)27 Leigh Jenkins28 Matthew Robertson29 Tommy Lartar30 Liam Marshell31 Jarrod Peake32 Luke Symons33 Matthew Rattenbury34 Nick Farnbach35 Ash Sivell36 Billy Cross37 Tom Polard38 Luke Ellis39 James Barker42 Patrick Larkin45 Pablo Borboa47 Jack Love48 Corey Fall-Jablonka52 Neil McKenizie59 Matt Francis62 Ollie Herd80 Nathan Petersen81 Samuel Davis82 Harry Brennan83 Josh Hall84 Tom Oliver85 Matt McDonald86 Tom Richards87 Tim Taranto88 Sam Timuska-Carr89 Aidan Glackin90 Tom Jenkins91 Lachie Butler92 Ben Lawrence93 Izar Daou
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Old CamberwellCoach: Paul Gregor
Assistants: TBA
2 S Clark (C)3 T Pepperell4 H Urwin5 P Dennis (DVC)6 H Rimmer7 C Gowers10 A Bongiorno11 L Ladgrove12 A Ioannou13 F Wells14 M Wakefield15 B Warburton (VC)16 J Drago19 N Stragalinos21 L Negri24 S Powell26 V StClair (DVC)27 B Mann28 J Samios30 J Bruce32 M Brommell33 B Hansford38 A Mastoras42 J Mascitelli 44 C Samios53 A Giovannucci L Bannister H Ross C Thorn M Vogel
Hampton RoversCoach: John Cesario
Assistants: Peter Rogerson
4 Conor Clarke6 James Benjamin7 Guy McPherson8 Perry Clinton9 Jack Zaina10 Joel Emmins11 Toby Sullivan11 James Thiris12 Ryan Fogarty14 James Berry15 Luke Morcom17 Tom Francis18 Cameron Cullis18 Lachlan McPherson19 Jason Klein20 Mathew Oswald21 Jack Daley22 Nick Jackson23 Oliver Sweetapple-Gagiero24 Jack Stewart25 Tom Nicholls26 Campbell Jones27 Sam Weatherby28 Jack Campion29 Corey Jones30 Darcy Merlo31 James Massey32 Lewis Turner33 Jake Connell34 Joel Balleggi35 Tyler Roos36 Lachlan Hayres37 Harrison Pirrie38 Ari Sakeson39 Nicholas Pirrie
Old CareyCoach: Michael Tarrant
Assistants: Gary Chapman & Michael Mitchell
1 Mitchell Nixon2 William Mitchell3 Jeremy Cator4 Charlie Pentney5 Luke Meredith6 Harry Hill7 James Hoban8 William Wright9 Karsten Rodenberg10 James Davy11 Daniel Cameron12 Christopher Hill13 Tom Phyland14 Campbell Aitken15 Ryan Shinton16 Hamish Gardiner17 Nick Pentney18 Callum Cameron19 Jack Quartermain20 Ed Aujard21 Isaac Buratto22 Ben Coull23 Jack Harris24 Will Burke25 Samuel Fennessy26 Zander Adam27 Corey Lisle28 Will Slifirski29 Athol Candlish30 Max Goodrope31 Tim Gayfer32 Angus Archibald33 Sam Bailey34 Daniel Clarke35 Harry Prendergast36 Jack Colquhoun52 William Karras
Old GeelongCoaches: Matt Collister
James Wright
1 Ed Manton2 Tom Allen3 Charlie Youngman4 Ollie Graham5 Ted Strapp6 Harry Graham7 Jock Grimshaw (C)8 Sam Youngman9 Dave Ennels10 Owen Kelly11 Will Griffiths12 Nick Anasstassiou13 Will Winter-Cooke14 Charles Burbury15 Josh Hutley (VC)17 Jimmy Planner18 Ed Gubbins19 Ben Ludeman20 Jordy Taylor21 Chris Gough22 Harrison Stewart23 James Setterfield24 Hamish Baylis25 Harry Wynn - Pope (VC)26 Chris Gubbins27 Sam Finchk28 Alex Sutton29 Hamish Macmillian49 Sam Bongiorno
Old Xaverians (2)Coach: David Speedie
Assistants: John Donohoe
1 Harry Reed 2 Adam Hermans 3 Thomas Lyon 4 Eddy O’Sullivan 5 Sam O’Sullivan 6 James Norman 7 Liam Todaro 8 Lukas Ramzay 9 Ziggy Liszukiewicz (vc) 10 Charlie Wright 11 Ben Murphy 12 Lachlan Berry 13 Andrew Piazza 14 Henry Higgins (c) 15 Ben Delutis 16 Jack Delutis 17 Luke Jorganson 18 Matthew Forrest 19 Jake Kidman 20 Will O’Brien 21 Thomas Donohoe 22 Alessandro Santamaria 24 Nicholas Pillon 25 Michael Coffey 26 Patrick Stevenson 27 Dane Sgarbossa 28 Edward Elliott 29 Bill Curtis (vc) 30 Dom Gorman 31 Ted Watkin 32 James Wagstaff 33 William Wilson
OrmondCoach: TBA
Assistants: TBA
St Bernards (2)Coach: TBA
Assistants: TBA
1 Josh Turville3 Tom Howard14 Danny Yacoub15 Ben Hedley17 Pat Comerford19 Tom Horton20 Edward Dugdale22 Patrick Martin23 Ethan Vahland26 Nicholas Cardona28 Nick Kelly29 Matthew Tonge30 James Tait35 Tom Mahony36 James Oruba36 Josh DeBono37 Tom Noonan42 Adam Mulkearns44 Lachlan Sullivan 45 James Hannah46 Jack Firth47 Will Paszynk48 Anthony Cunsolo49 Luke Saville50 Joel Comito53 Pat O’Sullivan55 Chris Gavaghan56 Daniel Parkes56 Jack Stephens58 Sean Merkel59 Max Jaggard60 Matthew Zammit61 Aidan Birch62 Ambrose Attard64 Callum O’Sullivan65 Chris Tormey66 Damian Douge67 Declan Gilbert68 Josh Dwyer69 Luke Arrowsmith70 Matthew Pallot71 Michael Sauro73 Pat Sawaya74 Tim Rose75 Tom Madden76 Tristan Doody77 Will Issacs
Williamstown CYMSCoach: Con Terzoglou
Assistants: John DiGrazia1 Mitch Parkinson2 Matt Morris3 Cody Hemphill4 Matt Norton5 Indi Ridout6 Tim Ball7 Oliver Becroft8 Brodie Meadows9 Ethan Tuck10 Jack Connolly11 Brendan Dawson12 Jacob Martin13 Matt Dixon14 Nathan Malkoun15 Jack Blokkeerus16 Jordan Tripodi17 Jake Slee18 Ben Connolly19 Darcy Schwarze20 Vincent DiLorenzo21 Bryson Ford22 Caleb Taylor23 Jack Rossi24 Alex Georgiadis25 Matt Barnes26 Liam Cavarra27 Jarryd Di Genova28 Tim Purves29 Nicholas Ebinger30 Liam Watson31 Jarrah Lioumanis32 James Borg33 Jordan Davies34 Ben Deller35 Tim Farrugia36 Nicholas Green37 Sam Callard38 Ambrose Moore39 Will Chan40 Cooper Johnstone41 Mason Sharpe42 Jack Warne43 Tom Galiatis44 Jack Johnson45 Mason Lidner46 Ethan Hunt47 Jacob Splatt48 Curtis Barnett50 Jack Mattsson51 Brad Tucker53 Belal Kurdi54 Mac Short55 Eddie Monaco58 Kallan Dawson60 Jesse Johnstone61 Aidan Miller62 Julian Franze63 Mahmoud Badra64 Stefan Nicolovski65 Adam Isac
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Beaumaris (2)Coach: Darren Wadley
Assistants: TBA
1 Ben Hudson2 Patrick Feather3 Mitchell Kornberg4 Jai Capsalis5 Brendan Ellul6 James Burmeister8 Lachlan Tedde12 Joshua Gover13 Josh Davis16 Kaine Beasley17 Hayden Johnson18 Matt Banham19 Edward Hall21 Jordan Smith22 Jack Ryan26 Daniel Ladds35 Julian Lam41 Keenan Jenson47 Fraser Johns49 Stephen Clarke53 Daniel Crowe54 Andrew Watson66 Jason Murray
1 Nicholas Willis2 Athan Sgardelis3 Jason Pollock4 Nick Clampett5 Danny Douros6 Llewellyn Ryan7 William Penhalluriack8 Jayshiv Rewal9 Thomas Scelsi10 Connor Khan11 Charlie Franklyn12 Cary Douros13 Guy Velik14 Aarish Alinizar15 Sothea-Roth Bak16 Rob Rae17 Jack Hall18 Tom Freeman19 Harry Morley20 Jacob Li21 Kiran Ravi22 Artan Cabdi23 Zuher Feki24 Hudson Hawkins25 Lynden Kane26 Jeremy Morey27 Isaac Reichman28 Robert Huang29 Vaz Pirozek30 Deylan Kilic-Aidani31 Spandan Das32 Sapphire Watkinson33 Benjamin Kuang34 James Ness35 Ben Steiner36 Tony Tran37 Sam Shearer38 James Angelin39 Jayme Lawson40 Arushan Dushyanthan41 James Ellison42 Anthony Tran
Monash BluesCoach: B. Dempsey, M. McCart
Assistants: Matt White
1 Alex Huynh2 Sam Le Lievre3 Thomas Clayson4 Andrew Llewelyn5 William Hogan6 Kyle Bennett7 James Cassells8 Steven Andritsos9 Maxwell Lawrence10 Lachlan Davis14 Ryan Taylor15 Patrick Mulcahy16 Lachlan Cosgriff18 James Lawson19 Sam Sachse21 Hashan Seneviratne22 Joshua Williams23 Ben Crawford24 Patrick Brimacombe25 Joachin Rymarz29 Thomas Brooks
Northern BluesCoach: TBA
Assistants: TBA
1 Nicholas Willis2 Athan Sgardelis3 Jason Pollock4 Nick Clampett5 Danny Douros6 Llewellyn Ryan7 William Penhalluriack8 Jayshiv Rewal9 Thomas Scelsi10 Connor Khan11 Charlie Franklyn12 Cary Douros13 Guy Velik14 Aarish Alinizar15 Sothea-Roth Bak16 Rob Rae17 Jack Hall18 Tom Freeman19 Harry Morley20 Jacob Li21 Kiran Ravi22 Artan Cabdi23 Zuher Feki24 Hudson Hawkins25 Lynden Kane26 Jeremy Morey27 Isaac Reichman28 Robert Huang29 Vaz Pirozek30 Deylan Kilic-Aidani31 Spandan Das32 Sapphire Watkinson33 Benjamin Kuang34 James Ness35 Ben Steiner36 Tony Tran37 Sam Shearer38 James Angelin39 Jayme Lawson40 Arushan Dushyanthan41 James Ellison42 Anthony Tran
OakleighCoach: TBA
Assistants: TBA
Old HaileyburiansCoach: Pat O’Leary
Assistants: TBA
1 Thomas Edmonds3 Ned Sturrock4 Krishan Maheepala5 Lawson Thomas6 Nick Carey7 Josh Elston8 Ben O’Leary (VC)9 Matt Macintyre10 Nathan Hunter11 Kev Lee12 Zac Tsinanis13 Ben Scammell16 Jimmy McWilliam17 Aaron Toy18 Jack Munro (VC)20 Sean MacPherson21 Jamie Cain23 Jordan Hensen24 Tarni Mason25 Jackson Roper26 Ben Oakes28 Mitch Sturgess31 Vince Dedaj32 Brodie Steele34 Lachie Treverton37 Hamish Bignell38 Jarrod Mantell (C)39 Cameron Watson42 Nathan Tabe51 Jack Knight Trent Beard Dylan Korbman Billy Meehan Chris White Fabien Strangers James Serpell
Parkdale Vultures (2)Coach: Jack Dunstan
Assistants: Rob McKenizie1 Ryan O’Leary2 Tom Congerton3 Kane Bode4 Josh Green5 James Clark6 James Salouris7 Brad Austin8 Bailey Dillon9 Brayden Stevenson10 Jaye Edmunds11 Daniel Rendall12 Lachie Gallagher13 Jack Vorbach14 Kai Love-Linay15 Matthew McCoy16 Harrison Spencer17 Adam Heatley18 Lyndon Byrnes19 Andrew Waterson20 Shea Gribben21 Ryan Stringer22 Kyle Steegstra23 Dhanesh Jayasalen24 Jesse Andrews25 Tim Carroll26 William McGowan27 Leigh Jenkins28 Matthew Robertson29 Tommy Lartar30 Liam Marshell31 Jarrod Peake32 Luke Symons33 Matthew Rattenbury34 Nick Farnbach35 Ash Sivell36 Billy Cross37 Tom Polard38 Luke Ellis39 James Barker42 Patrick Larkin45 Pablo Borboa47 Jack Love48 Corey Fall-Jablonka52 Neil McKenizie59 Matt Francis62 Ollie Herd80 Nathan Petersen81 Samuel Davis82 Harry Brennan83 Josh Hall84 Tom Oliver85 Matt McDonald86 Tom Richards87 Tim Taranto88 Sam Timuska-Carr89 Aidan Glackin90 Tom Jenkins91 Lachie Butler92 Ben Lawrence93 Izar Daou
Point CookCoach: TBA
Assistants: TBA
PeninsulaCoach: Peter Williamson
Assistants: TBA
1 Jaycob Johnson2 MitchGlenn3 JamesMoignard4 ACraig5 Tom LaBrooy6 Cal Parton7 JamesLaBrooy8 Tory Taylor9 LouisBarbour10 Tom Malan11 OscarWhitty12 Nick Holland14 Bryce McLean15 Seb Barbour16 JMagee17 Josh Watts18 Ben Williamson19 Sam Harrison20 MMclean21 Brandon Warn22 JWalker23 BCarr24 AGrant26 EMarshall27 JamesSinclair28 Cal Burton29 JimFeutril32 JasonAnthony33 PBoyle37 WilliamHarbinson
St Kevin’s (2)Coach: Ian Ledder Assistants: TBA
1 Joshua Shannon2 James Prosser5 Callum Tate6 Sebastian Graham6* Zachery Morse6* Mark Spence7 Stephen DiCintio9 Patrick Simkiss10 Andrew Clough11 Matthew Olsen12* Jack Cairns12 William Ostrowsky13 Harry Lewis15 Cameron Paull18 Nathan Stagg20 Oscar Henderson21 Jonathan Ring27 Jacob Edginton31 Daniel Lattanzio33 Scott Kaiser35 Thomas Massey35* Xavier Siebel40 Andrew Webb44 Ciaran Ross45 Lachlan Merrett46 Maxwell Musarra48 Nicholas Milne49 Lachlan Wray53 William Sist54 Oliver Doswell61 Vincent Newton61 Lachlan Turnbull63 Harry Kerr65 Jack Gale66 Benjamin Dimattina67 Macgregor Matthews68 Lachlan Comito72 James Papadopulos74 Alexander Stefanac75 Tom Appleby76 Damon Tucker77 Patrick Di Natale78 Callum Smith80* Harry Hutchison80 Thomas Sanders81 Nicholas Dachs83 Thomas Montgomerie86 Anthony Ioannidis88 Fergal Utri89 Roland De Biase
U19 – SECTION 4
Therry PenolaCoach: Mark Hudson
Assistants: Mick Conway
1 Raffaele Liano2 Hamish Donohue3 Anthony ( C ) Tana4 Tom Monaghan5 Matthew Pauthenet6 Brodie Hudson 7 Sean O’Sullivan8 Tom White9 Louis Crosara10 Ethan Daley11 Luke Rocca12 Jacob Vicario13 Luke Marinelli14 Jacob Ratcliffe16 Aiden McIntyre18 John Humphrey20 Cam Roy21 Matthew Dixon22 Joe Piccione23 Ben Carter25 Jared Keenan27 Connor Kilbane34 Stan Skapetis35 Chris Skapetis40 James Carlton78 Andrew Mudgway
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After a week off we returned to perfect footballing weather, although not everyone had a break. Matt Clinton went and umpired in the MPFNL and senior coach Tony Hales couldn’t help himself and went to see how Matt went. Matt represented us well, and even remembered the differences in rules between the two leagues
MACCA’S BACK (TWO HEADLINES FOR THE PRICE OF ONE)Steve McCarthy’s retirement was short lived, with Macca getting itchy feet and making a return to the field on Saturday. Unfortunately Macca hurt his back in the warm up, but was able to see the game through.
500 FOR STUBBSY!Alan Stubbs brings up game number 500 as an umpire this week, and so we thought that it would be appropriate to have a look at his career within the VAFA.
Stubbsy’s journey with the ammos started in 1979, playing for Old Mentonians. He played 85 games for the Panthers, including a reserves premiership, before joining the umpiring brigade. His motivation for joining the umpiring ranks was a reduction in the club’s affiliation fees, which was part of the leagues recruitment drive at the time.
Alan umpired 445 games in the field, including four grand finals, and he reached Premier B. In 2012, he switched to the goals and he has umpired a further two grand finals as a goal umpire.
With an umpiring career spanning 30 years, there have been a number of great games that Stubbsy has been involved with, but he tells us his stand outs were the 2002 D2 Reserves grand final between Yarra Valley and Peninsula at Central Reserve in Glen Waverly, which was tight all day and decided by less than a goal, and milestone games of 300 at Hampton Rovers, 350 at Yarra Valley against Old Mentonians and his 400th at Glen Eira.
In 2008 he was awarded Life Membership of the VAFAUA, and is the VAFAUA’s longest serving secretary. So what has kept Stubbsy involved for so long? Well, let’s leave it to the man himself to explain,
“It’s the people in the VAFA family, the best football competition in Australia. The players, coaches, committee members who make you so welcome when you arrive and in the after matches.
The umpires of the VAFAUA are a great fraternity with many characters and a broad church of football lovers who give their time so matches can be played.
I highly recommend players close to retirement to join the VAFAUA, stay fit and join a great group of people and the best umpiring comp going.”
Well Done Stubbsy, from all of us at the VAFAUA
SOCIAL NOTESHave you been studying up on your general, and not so general, knowledge? Don’t forget to put your name on a table for the trivia night next week, 7pm for 7:30 start in the club rooms at Elternwick Park.
Mark the 24th August in your diaries, as this is the night of the Pre-finals dinner at the MCG. This is a compulsory event for all umpires, but if you are unable to attend you must email Lionel Katz by 27th July at [email protected]. The evening includes a 3 course meal, guest speaker and presentation of awards. This night is the social highlight of the year.
On the subject of awards, please email milestones (hundreds only, no fifties) and ten years’ service to Andrew Hartnett at [email protected] by July 9th. These must be received by 7pm to be considered.
Also Life membership nominations must also be received by 7pm on July 9th. These can either be emailed [email protected] or handed directly to Andrew Hartnett.
1 Jonathan Ayres1 T. Doody2 J. Comito3 T. Howard4 T. Mahony5 A. Cunsolo7 M. Jaggard8 C. Tormey9 D. Heenan10 T. Baker11 M. Diamandis12 C. Gavaghan13 R. Brettell14 L. Arrowsmith15 C. Brasher18 D. Kennedy19 B. Ward20 S. Merkel21 R. Woods22 T. Noonan23 E. Vahland24 J. Sullivan25 N. Kelly26 J. Hannah37 M. Zammit47 L. Grech
MazenodCoach: TBA
Assistants: TBA
Point Cook AFCCoach: TBA
Assistants: TBA
1 Jonathan Ayres2 Jed Carey3 Lachlan Clark4 Edward Connelly 5 Anthony Dillon6 Thomas Donohoe7 Jack Firth8 James Ford9 Frazer Gatens10 Chris Gavaghan11 Thomas Howard12 Jack Howard 13 Will Isaacs14 Bomani Jackson 15 Max Jaggard16 Jake Jones17 Nick Larkin18 Nick Larkin 19 Dan Mighell 20 Adam Mulkearns21 Ben Nathan 22 Zach O’Halloran23 Pat O’Sullivan 24 James Oruba 25 Daniel Parkes 26 James Riley27 Tom Saundry28 Michael Sauro29 Lachlan Sullivan30 Chris Tormey31 Josh Wallis32 Liam Whelan33 Seamus Whelan 34 Rhyen Woods35 Sam Woods
Williamstown CYMSCoach: TBA
Assistants: TBA
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16 Paul Cuttajar-Milosev20 Vincent Di Lorenzo28 Hayden Barnett34 Luke Micallef36 Nicholas Green37 John Dawson50 Matthew Morris51 Tim Ball Edward Bordas Tyron Boorman Liam Cavarra Jack Connelly Brendan Dawson Ben Deller Daniel Di Lorenzo Nicholas Ebinger Damon Falzon Tim Farrugia Bryson Ford Kai Harty James Hazeldine Jesse Johnstone Tom Johnstone Wade Mcewan Jake Muddle Luke Mullen Mitchell Parkinson Tim Purvis Sam Raunic Johnny Ross Darcy Schwarze Matthew Singleton Austin Slaney Jake Slee Caleb Taylor
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Parkdale can be pleased with their a comfortable 64 point win over Oakleigh in a battle of the lower rungs of the ladder. Three Vultures kicked three goals each and again they had 10 individual goalkickers. Anmol Malhorta booted four goals for the Krushers. Monash Blues beat Therry Penola after a five goal to none opening term got them off to the best possible start. After quarter time Lachlan Buck – best for Blues – helped them to extend the lead to cruise to an easy win. Mazenod continue to acquit themselves well in Section 4 as they held on to beat St Kevins seven points in a classic encounter. SKOBs were goalless in the opening terms but rallied and kept coming at the Nodders but couldn’t quite bridge the gap. Spooner was best for the Nodders whilst Sanders was a key for St Kevins. Old Haileyburians proved too good for De La Salle to run out four goal
winners. Beaumaris upset the order of play with a huge win over the high flying Northern Blues at Banksia reserve. With the game tied up at half time, the Sharks established a 20 point lead in the third term. However, no one saw coming the eight goal onslaught that the Sharks delivered in the last to blow the game out of the Aquarium’s salty waters. Pat Feather booted six goals in the significant win that may turn the Sharks year around. Peninsula stay top after receiving a forfeit from MHSOB.
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Monash Blues v Old HaileyburyNorthern Blues v Peninsula
Beaumaris v Therry PenolaSt Kevins v Parkdale
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UHS-VU /Flemington had a good away win at La Trobe Uni in a low scoring arm wrestle. UHS were in control from the start but were made to work all the way by the Trobers. Ramsay was best for the Vultures. Uni Blues put on a fine showing at Parade College to get over the top of Old Paradians by 30 points. Tom Morrison kicked four goals in the win and was one of their best whilst Sam Everett played a great game for the students. Four goals from Sam Adams had him amongst the best players for the boys in green. Ivanhoe showed no mercy on Parside as they ran out 154 point winners. Ivanhoe kicked 6, 5, 8 and 8 goals in each of the quarters to never let up on the hapless Red Devils. Post, Simpson and Aanensen all kicked Michelle’s to be the leading lights up forward and Reilly Connell kicked four to just miss joining that group for the Hoes. Varun Naidu was again the standout performer for the black and whites.
It was a poor round for teams missing from the comp, with the last of the ‘forfeits of Bulleen Temp allowing Williamstown to collect the points and St Bernard’s also were gifted four points after
Point Cook struggled to get a team on the park.
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Uni Blues v Ivanhoe
Point Cook v Williamstown CYMS
Williamstown v Bye
VAFA COLTS LAST ROUNDUHS-VU / Flemington 2.1, 3.5, 5.10, 7.11 (53)La Trobe University AFC 0.2, 2.3, 2.4, 4.4 (28)GOALS, UHS-VU / Flemington: O. Dahir 2, S. Craggill-Haren 2, M. Mohamed 1, J. Lay 1, N. Perica 1 La Trobe University AFC: R. Timmins 2, L. Guy 1, J. Christie 1BEST, UHS-VU / Flemington: E. Ramsay, G. Hawkins, M. Morise, N. Ryan, T. Legudi, N. Amourgis La Trobe University AFC: not availableSt Bernards 4.2, 6.3, 7.6, 10.8 (68)Point Cook AFC 1.2, 4.2, 5.3, 6.5 (41)GOALS, St Bernards: L. Di Lizio 3, J. Thorogood 2, R. Spicer 1, J. Moon 1, A. Attard 1, L. Holland 1, W. Baird 1 Point Cook AFC: N. Cowie 2, N. Volk 1, A. Grigg 1, C. England 1, C. Day 1BEST, St Bernards: J. Wood, J. Thorogood, L. Di Lizio, N. Doody, J. Catterall, L. HollandPoint Cook AFC: J. Johnson-Boe, N. Cowie, A. Grigg, P. Kerr, J. RobinsonWilliamstown CYMS won by foreit.Ivanhoe AFC 6.4, 11.5, 19.8, 27.13 (175)Parkside Football Club 2.0, 3.2, 3.3, 3.3 (21)GOALS, Ivanhoe AFC: S. Aanensen 5, M. Post 5, C. Simpson 5, R. Connell 4, S. Burge 3, V. Naidu 2, L. Maher 1, L. Jacob 1, D. Byrne-Connell 1 Parkside Football Club: I. Romano 1, S. McNicholl 1, T. Mammarella 1BEST, Ivanhoe AFC: V. Naidu, R. Connell, J. Rodgers, C. Simpson, S. Burge, M. PostParkside Football Club: C. Pevitt, N. Gard, M. Puttyfoot, I. Romano, B. Mohtadi, S. McNichollUniversity Blues 4.2, 8.4, 12.4, 15.7 (97)Old Paradians 1.1, 4.1, 5.5, 10.7 (67)GOALS, University Blues: M. Blake 4, T. Morrison 4, C. Watson 2, H. Hewitson 1, S. Richards 1, M. Adams 1, R. Chapman 1, R. Samuel 1 Old Paradians: S. Adams 4, M. Biviano 2, J. Bland 1, C. White 1, N. Kolotylo 1, T. Warke 1BEST, University Blues: S. Everett, C. Watson, S. Richards, N. Buttolph, T. Morrison, S. FlanaganOld Paradians: D. Cotter, C. White, S. Adams, N. Kolotylo, J. Frank, M. Caruso
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1 Varun Naidu2 Patrick Conlan6 Cameron Simpson11 Patrick Lagreca13 Liam Jacobs ( C )14 Declan O’Sullivan16 Darcy Byrne-Connell18 Jack Rogers19 Max Post ( C )21 Aaron Marks23 Alex Whitehead26 Liam Maher28 Andrew Lam29 Liam Steven30 Charles Domes ( VC )31 Nathan Zervides32 Mitchell Briggs36 Reilly Shortal38 Sam Aanensen42 Sean Gauci48 William Doman51 Oliver Shaw54 Reilly Connell73 James O’Brien
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MazenodCoach: Tim McEniry
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1 Jono Smith3 Matt Zogoulas4 Jack Minack5 Daniel Di Nezza.7 Corey Martino10 Braydon McMahon11 Christian Dorio12 Dylan Spooner16 Aiden Brand - Oliver17 Liam McLellan18 Ben Gannon20 Jacob Murdock30 Zack Prosser36 Damien Byrne44 Jaydyn Hill55 Louie Carney71 Christian Palotta
Old ParadiansCoach: Ian Fairley
Assistants: Dennis Frank
1 Dylan Tatnell2 Jacob Polimene4 Nicholas Kolotylo (C)5 Nicholas Ouzas6 Wade Dawson7 Adam Nolan8 Chrsitian White9 Andrew Tyrrell10 James Frank11 Brett Money12 Dean Liuzzi14 Jeremy Coleman15 Joseph Bland16 Matthew Caruso17 Ross Ursino18 Ben Ferraro19 Nicholas Nedelkovski20 Luke O’keefe21 Peter Annetta24 Robert Lee36 Thomas Warke60 Justin Velevski42 Sam Cappadona57 Sam Adams59 Matthew Biviano75 Alessio Conte
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1 Darcy Heenan2 Toby Nathan3 Ryan Spicer4 Kyle Dowsett5 Jack Noonan6 Nathaniel Doody7 Angus Carey8 Will Baird9 Luke DiLizzio10 Tate Baker11 Thomas Hedley12 Cody Brasher13 Ambrose Attard14 Zavier Hannett15 Jordan Wood16 Jack Thorogood17 Luke Beddoe18 Liam Grech19 Henry Jaggard20 Jack Moon21 Connor Denahy22 Jack Catterall23 Alex Sykes24 Aidan Birch25 Charles Bibby26 James Hannah27 Joseph Draim 28 Luke Holland29 Nathan Borzillo30 Pat Madden35 Patrick McCarthy
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UHS-VUCoach: Marcus Butera
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1 Indi Florent-Saill2 Tyler Legudi4 Callum Aristotle7 Milton Morise8 Thomas Cheyne10 Miles Legudi11 Fraser Allen12 Omar Dahir15 Toby Kruisheer16 Tom Mcall18 Lucas Harris22 James Gilfillan23 Matt Mallia24 Michael Healey25 Nicholas Munari26 Jonathan Lay28 Tim Rocke31 Nick Ryan33 Esub Ramsay35 Cameron Craig36 Finn Devlin37 Spencer Craggil-Haren41 Nik Amourgis47 Mohamed Mohamud52 Lachlan Mitchell65 Nick Perica80 Mohamed Mohamed86 Rayan Hajj90 Lucas Czjako92 Chris Berogna95 Gerard Hawkins
Williamstown CYMSCoach: Craig Taylor
Assistants: Peter Welsh1 Mitch Parkinson2 Matt Morris3 Cody Hemphill4 Matt Norton5 Indi Ridout6 Tim Ball7 Oliver Becroft8 Brodie Meadows9 Ethan Tuck10 Jack Connolly11 Brendan Dawson12 Jacob Martin13 Matt Dixon14 Nathan Malkoun15 Jack Blokkeerus16 Jordan Tripodi17 Jake Slee18 Ben Connolly19 Darcy Schwarze20 Vincent DiLorenzo21 Bryson Ford22 Caleb Taylor23 Jack Rossi24 Alex Georgiadis25 Matt Barnes26 Liam Cavarra27 Jarryd Di Genova28 Tim Purves29 Nicholas Ebinger30 Liam Watson31 Jarrah Lioumanis32 James Borg33 Jordan Davies34 Ben Deller35 Tim Farrugia36 Nicholas Green37 Sam Callard38 Ambrose Moore39 Will Chan40 Cooper Johnstone41 Mason Sharpe42 Jack Warne43 Tom Galiatis44 Jack Johnson45 Mason Lidner46 Ethan Hunt47 Jacob Splatt48 Curtis Barnett50 Jack Mattsson51 Brad Tucker53 Belal Kurdi54 Mac Short55 Eddie Monaco58 Kallan Dawson60 Jesse Johnstone61 Aidan Miller62 Julian Franze63 Mahmoud Badra64 Stefan Nicolovski65 Adam Isac
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PREMIER THIRDS LAST ROUNDUniversity Blues 5.1, 6.5, 7.5, 10.7 (67)Old Scotch 1.2, 2.2, 4.7, 6.11 (47)GOALS, University Blues: J. Cross 2, J. Coumans 2, S. Scotland 1, P. Mithen 1, M. Steinfort 1, T. Hodge 1, S. Briggs 1, W. Van De Pol 1Old Scotch: A. Greenaway 1, W. Hewson 1, J. Daggian 1, W. Mackintosh 1, N. Myhal 1, T. Beddison 1BEST, University Blues: J. Cross, J. Coumans, S. Briggs, T. Hodge, S. Scotland, B. ChomleyOld Scotch: E. Dalton, E. von Moger, F. Macfarlane, K. Paltoglou, J. Daggian, T. BeddisonSt Kevins OB 1.2, 4.3, 8.7, 10.8 (68)Collegians 0.0, 3.3, 4.4, 6.5 (41)GOALS, St Kevins OB: H. McPherson 5, J. Dimattina 2, L. Davrain 1, B. Omizzolo 1, M. Cape 1Collegians: T. McNamara 3, B. Morris 1, D. Wilson 1, E. Cordner 1BEST, St Kevins OB: R. Caldow, J. Dimattina, C. McPherson, H. McPherson, N. Murphy, M. NolanCollegians: T. Danks, M. Irvine, N. Brown, T. McNamara, E. Cordner, O. PearsonUniversity Blacks 1.2, 3.5, 5.7, 10.9 (69)St Bernards 1.0, 2.2, 6.4, 7.5 (47)GOALS, University Blacks: J. Bismire 3, J. Wilson 2, M. Coffey 2, L. Crameri 1, B. Farrow 1, L. Steere 1St Bernards: Z. Awan 2, F. McNicol 1, J. Pignataro 1, M. Dillon 1, W. Kingston 1, U. Zoric 1BEST, University Blacks: J. Cordner, N. Hildebrandt, J. Bowden, L. Smith, R. Cleary, S. DouglasSt Bernards: J. Pignataro, M. Dillon, B. Shepheard, D. Ryan, C. Forder, T. IsaacsOld Melburnians 4.4, 11.9, 15.11, 24.20 (164)Beaumaris FC 2.3, 3.3, 4.4, 4.4 (28)GOALS, Old Melburnians: C. Tunbridge 7, A. Cameron 5, T. Healey 4, M. Gibson 2, B. Rogers 1, J. Tan 1, R. Alstergren 1, J. Kelly 1, E. Court 1, H. Lane 1Beaumaris FC: A. Keating 1, J. Miller 1, M. Hardeman 1, L. Beattie-Powell 1BEST, Old Melburnians: J. Tan, H. Jupp, E. Court, W. Boyd, A. Cameron, C. TunbridgeBeaumaris FC: M. Hardeman, A. Keating, J. Miller, A. Tanzimat, T. Kelly, S. KendallOld Xaverians 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 25.13 (163)De La Salle OC 0.1, 0.1, 2.1, 2.3 (15)GOALS, Old Xaverians: C. Dipierdomenico 7De La Salle OC: S. Morwood 1, A. Munday 1BEST, Old Xaverians: L. Bisset, C. Dipierdomenico, P. Armstrong, J. Hanger, T. Daniher, A. TorreDe La Salle OC: S. Beirouti, L. Henriques-Gomes, M. Naughtin, N. Beaumont, M. Stizza, L. Godhino
PREMIER B THIRDS LAST ROUNDOld Trinity 2.4, 5.6, 5.10, 12.13 (85)Mazenod 3.4, 5.6, 6.7, 10.8 (68)GOALS, Old Trinity: D. Cowley 4, O. Fairweather 2, I. Huynh 2, T. Mead 2, T. Cohen 1, S. Cade 1Mazenod: S. Davis 5, G. Cocks 2, A. Ciavarella 2, S. Balloch 1BEST, Old Trinity: O. Fairweather, T. Cohen, D. Cowley, S. Tyson, I. Huynh, A. GebertMazenod: S. Veltman, N. Klavins, A. McIntyre, R. Kaye, S. McLachlan, A. BauFitzroy 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 16.12 (108)Old Carey 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 12.2 (74)GOALS, Fitzroy: M. Gloster 3, J. McGee 3, J. Cubillo 2, D. Ly 2, A. Neal 1, K. Menzies 1, J. Simcoe 1, T. Clapin 1, A. Fry 1, A. Cicchini 1Old Carey: D. Macdonald 5, T. MacReady - Bryan 3, G. Trumbull 2, J. Bridges 1, C. Cousins 1BEST, Fitzroy: G. Warton, A. Cicchini, J. Cubillo, N. Mudge, S. Jones, M. GlosterOld Carey: J. Bridges, W. Sandover, J. Arrowsmith, R. O’Hern, T. MacReady - Bryan, G. TrumbullAJAX (RED) v. OLD XAVERIANS Old Xaverians 5.2, 11.7, 18.8, 26.14 (170)AJAX (Red) 0.0, 0.1, 0.1, 0.3 (3)GOALS, Old Xaverians: A. Dickinson 10, A. Gazdowicz 5, S. Lefebvre 2, L. O’Sullivan 2, B. Vaughan 2, T. Reed 1, N. Nunan 1, B. Case 1, P. Nunan 1, B. Steedman 1AJAX (Red): BEST, Old Xaverians: A. Dickinson, M. Owen, N. Drummond, B. Steedman, S. Lefebvre, J. SamartzisAJAX (Red): AJAX (BLACK) v. ST KEVINS St Kevins 2.1, 2.6, 4.11, 9.12 (66)AJAX (Black) 0.4, 5.7, 6.8, 8.9 (57)GOALS, St Kevins: S. Kaiser 3, M. Kneebone 2, T. Sullivan 2, W. Doble 1, T. Steains 1AJAX (Black): J. Lipton 2, D. Rothschild 2, D. Wein 2, O. Greenberg 1, J. Blode 1BEST, St Kevins: W. Hartley, S. Kaiser, S. McDonald, P. Di Natale, R. Moore, M. DavyAJAX (Black): Y. Gottlieb, Z. Aron, J. Herz, A. Fetter, S. New, B. Jones
PREMIER C THIRDS LAST ROUNDP E G S 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 22.10 (142)Old Ivanhoe 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 4.5 (29)GOALS, P E G S: R. Edwards 7, J. Hughes 3, J. Leask 2, L. Zammit 2, C. Ridley 2, A. Petersen 2, S. Dale 1, D. Mersini 1, T. Day 1, D. Galea 1Old Ivanhoe: L. Beattie 2, T. Jackson 1, V. Sabic 1BEST, P E G S: J. Hughes, L. Zammit, J. Lanting, R. Andrews, R. Edwards, J. LeaskOld Ivanhoe: T. Ikeda, D. Williams, V. Sabic, J. Cecil, J. Mathew, L. BeattieMarcellin 5.7, 10.12, 15.13, 18.22 (130)St Mary’s Salesian 0.1, 5.3, 7.5, 9.8 (62)GOALS, Marcellin: S. Ayoub 4, J. Toohey 4, L. Mc Cormack 3, D. Cracknell 2, S. Chandler 1, J. Maloney 1, C. Kemp 1, J. Matthews 1, A. Ferguson 1St Mary’s Salesian: O. Baxter 2, A. Baird 2, M. Op’t Hoog 1, S. Matheson 1, J. Steiger 1, F. Ravida 1, T. Nathan-Sears 1BEST, Marcellin: S. Chandler, L. Mc Cormack, A. Ferguson, M. Hopkins, J. Toohey, S. AyoubSt Mary’s Salesian: F. Ravida, S. Matheson, T. Clancy, O. Baxter, N. Edwards, T. Nathan-SearsTherry Penola OB 7.1, 8.7, 12.13, 16.17 (113)Parkdale Vultures 4.2, 9.6, 10.7, 13.8 (86)GOALS, Therry Penola OB: S. Bannister 4, R. McKerrow 3, A. Rosso 3, D. Casey 2, J. Burr 1, N. Prior 1, A. Tardio 1, C. Smith 1Parkdale Vultures: A. McNeil 4, T. Matthews 2, J. Austin 2, R. Bell 2, H. Grant-Clarke 1, B. Cox 1, J. Peirce 1BEST, Therry Penola OB: T. Muller, R. McKerrow, A. Rosso, C. Smith, A. Tardio, J. FerlazzoParkdale Vultures: A. McNeil, T. Matthews, H. Grant-Clarke, B. Cox, R. Bell, J. AustinWilliamstown CYMS 4.3, 7.7, 16.11, 22.11 (143)Hampton Rovers 2.3, 3.6, 5.8, 7.12 (54)GOALS, Williamstown CYMS: C. Solomon 5, B. McColl 4, L. McKenzie 4, M. Farrugia 2, M. Busuttil 2, J. Borg 2, B. Dobney 2, M. Sneddon 1Hampton Rovers: S. Cougan 2, S. Constantinou 1, J. Dennison 1, V. Camera 1, T. Hannon 1, W. Wright 1BEST, Williamstown CYMS: J. Borg, C. Solomon, B. Dobney, B. El Kurdi, A. Acciarito, M. FarrugiaHampton Rovers: J. Massie, C. Ellison, B. Woodland, S. Constantinou, S. Cougan, L. DynonCollegians 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 11.8 (74)Monash Blues 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 9.10 (64)GOALS, Collegians: J. Emmett 3, H. Wilson 2, M. Mandile 2, S. Mundy 1, S. Kerwin 1, A. Barr 1, E. Coyne 1Monash Blues: S. Poole 5, P. Tweedly 2, S. Chapman 1, W. Geary 1BEST, Collegians: C. Sinclair, E. Coyne, H. Luff, J. Slatyer, J. Emmett, C. DonaldMonash Blues: S. Poole, A. Hawes, C. Wilson, P. Tweedly, A. Lacota, B. Conroy
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ROUND 9 REVIEWSECTION 1La Trobe University, despite examinations, vacations and travel, had a day out at the expense of Old Geelong, who were held scoreless for three quarters whilst the La Trobe players built valuable percentage through their one hundred and twenty three point winning margin.
Ivanhoe and Richmond Central played an open and entertaining first half, where the ball was moved quickly around Ivanhoe Park. After half time, “The Cardinals” proved to be the superior side as they held Ivanhoe to just three goals while scoring eight themselves. Todd Nolan led “The Cardinal’s” scoring with 5 goals.
Old Xaverians led throughout their clash with Prahran/Assumption and won by thirty-three points. The “Two Blues” on many occasions, frittered away opportunities to move the ball into attack and suffered the consequences as the Xaverians were able to force turnovers and go into attack. Best players for Old Xaverians were: Matt Walsh, John Raffaele and Captain Andrew Barrett in game number 204. (Belated congratulations, Andrew). For Prahran/Assumption the best were: Sam Buultjens, Craig Berger (2 goals) and Nicholas Keohler.
Hawthorn was largely untroubled to defeat North Old Boys/St Patrick’s as they led throughout before finally winning by seventy-eight points. The depth of Hawthorn’s forward power was revealed by their leading goal kickers; being Tyson Barber and Spencer Marumaru who each kicked five “majors”.
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West Brunswick started better than Ormond did, who failed to kick a goal in the first half. The “Magpies” never surrendered the ascendency and won comfortably by thirty-seven points. West Brunswick, who remains in fifth place, are still a possibility for a final four position, provided they can maintain winning form.
The game between the Old Boys’ teams from Melbourne and University High Schools was a non event as the fourth placed Melbourne High team allowed their opponents only one minor score. “The Unicorns” built valuable percentage as they powered to victory by one hundred and sixty points.
Kew, moved to second place through a percentage boosting one hundred and fifty seven point win over Westbourne Grammarians, who proved no match for the rampant home side, whose goals were shared by thirteen players. Among them were Patrick Godfrey with seven goals and that “broth of a boy” Emmett O’Donnell with five goals.
Albert Park surrendered second place when they lost to undefeated leaders, St Francis Xavier, by seventy points. The leaders set up their win through a dominant first quarter effort which proved to be the platform for their victory
ROUND 10 PREVIEWSECTION 1All form this season points to a big win by Hawthorn over Old Geelong, who languish in eighth place. In Round 1 Hawthorn won by one hundred and sixty points and a similar margin could well be today’s match outcome.
Old Xaverians, who travel to La Trobe University, will be in strange territory on the very big ground where strong northerly winds are often the order of the day. La Trobe, when “on song” pose a serious threat to all opponents, especially on their home turf. The Xaverians won the previous encounter by thirty-seven points, when La Trobe faltered badly after a bright beginning when they only kicked one goal in the last three quarters. I expect a high standard game and select the Xaverians, whose stars I believe will shine in the challenge.
I have observed a marked improvement in the Ivanhoe standard of play during the season and although I have yet to see North Old Boys/St Patrick’s in action, the season’s statistics indicate
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Ivanhoe has proven the stronger side so I select them to win today.
Richmond Central meets Prahran/Assumption in an early match. I watched these sides last week and was certainly more impressed by Richmond Central who moved the ball well and who had a forward line operating co operatively. Prahran/Assumption faltered many times when injudicious handball and indirect kicking negated several promising moves. I select Richmond Central to win and in so doing seriously dent Prahran/Assumption finals aspirations.
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The Albert Park and Kew match will certainly be a final preview. In Round 2 Albert Park won by forty-five points after holding Kew goalless in the last quarter. Kew players could find the prevailing conditions around Albert Park strange, a factor that will assist the home side. This match will provide a good guide to which of these clubs will earn the double chance come final’s time. Although Kew is the big improvers in 2015, Albert Park is certainly the best of the debutants. Selecting the winner is difficult. Kew has the better defence whilst Albert Park forwards have scored more points. Forwards win matches, so I select Albert Park.
University High School/ V.U. makes the early journey to Beaconsfield to meet the undefeated leaders, St Francis Xavier. All form points towards a St Francis victory, which I believe they will accomplish.
Melbourne High School Old Boys should consolidate fourth position by defeating Ormond at Forest Hill. Ormond players have struggled to meet the required standard whereas “The Unicorns” have displayed fine recent form.
SECTION 1Richmond Central v Prahran Assumption
Ivanhoe v NOB/St PatsOld Xaverians v La Trobe Uni
Old Geelong v Hawthorn
SECTION 2Albert Park v Kew
St Francis Xavier v UHS-VUMHSOB v Ormond
West Brunswick v Westbourne Gr.
CLUB XVIII (1) LAST ROUNDOld Xaverians 4.2, 8.6, 11.7, 13.9 (87)Prahran Assumption AFC 3.1, 5.3, 7.4, 8.6 (54)GOALS, Old Xaverians: C. McIntyre 2, D. Landrigan 2, A. Nolen 1, J. Galligan 1, T. Silk 1, L. Bosnar 1, D. O’Sullivan 1, J. McDonnell 1, J. Raffaele 1, J. Chambers 1, S. Skidmore 1Prahran Assumption AFC: S. De Bolfo 2, M. Wilcox 2, C. Berger 2, P. Bell 1, W. Candy 1BEST, Old Xaverians: A. Barrett, N. Larkins, J. Raffaele, S. O’Brien, C. McIntyre, O. SilkPrahran Assumption AFC: S. Buultjens, B. Michael, N. Keohler, C. Berger, P. Bell, S. De BolfoHawthorn AFC 6.2, 12.4, 16.7, 22.11 (143)North Old Boys/St Patricks College 3.1, 4.3, 6.8, 9.11 (65)GOALS, Hawthorn AFC: T. Barber 5, S. Marumaru 5, D. Lauletta 4, J. Foti 2, S. Neohoritis 2, E. Christou 2, G. Webb 1, C. Bubunaras 1 North Old Boys/St Patricks College: P. Sondhu 2, C. Roberts 1, A. Brennan 1, T. Winship 1, M. Reid 1, M. Karunaratne 1, D. Brown 1, F. Herman 1BEST, Hawthorn AFC: L. Zito, S. Neohoritis, D. Raponi, W. Phillips, J. Maddock, A. ToumbakisNorth Old Boys/St Patricks College: T. Pick, W. Brouwers, B. O’Halloran, W. Kurth, T. Mayfield, B. Hartford-DavisRichmond Central 4.1, 11.1, 14.5, 19.13 (127)Ivanhoe AFC 4.0, 7.2, 7.3, 10.5 (65)GOALS, Richmond Central: T. Nolan 5, L. Neilson 4, J. Gill 3, A. Pruscino 3, J. Huntley 1, D. Logan 1, C. Logan 1, S. D’Arcy 1Ivanhoe AFC: N. Ring 3, W. Servinis 2, B. Zagontinos 2, D. Ioannou 1, H. Robinson 1, S. Nix 1BEST, Richmond Central: P. Tierney, L. Neilson, T. Nolan, C. Logan, C. Nontapan, A. GaurIvanhoe AFC: N. Ring, W. Servinis, S. Bettiol, S. Nix, B. Zagontinos, D. CallejaLa Trobe University AFC 5.3, 9.4, 15.7, 20.10 (130)Old Geelong 0.0, 1.1, 1.1, 1.1 (7)GOALS, La Trobe University AFC: B. Laidlaw 3, E. Stringer 3, B. Cameron 3, J. Eltringham 2, K. Jeffrey 2, J. Anderson 1, K. Fitzpatrick 1, M. Beaumont 1, J. Billett 1, B. Van Ooi 1, J. Molloy 1, T. King 1 Old Geelong: S. Martin-Jankowski 1BEST, La Trobe University AFC: J. Molloy, T. King, S. Johnstone, K. Fitzpatrick, J. Eltringham, R. Garland Old Geelong: S. Martin-Jankowski, N. Robinson, B. Grice, N. Moffatt, Z. Carroll, H. Kelso
CLUB XVIII (2) LAST ROUNDSt Francis Xavier OC 6.4, 8.7, 12.14, 15.16 (106)Albert Park AFC 1.3, 4.4, 4.5, 5.6 (36)GOALS, St Francis Xavier OC: N. Welsh 6, J. Roberts 3, J. Lafranchi 2, T. Pearson 1, S. Dullard 1, B. O’Hara 1, C. Spalding 1 Albert Park AFC: B. Coyle 2, C. MacKinnon 2, C. Fennell 1BEST, St Francis Xavier OC: S. Burns, L. Dullard, S. Dullard, N. Welsh, T. Kerr, J. LafranchiAlbert Park AFC: C. MacKinnon, J. Clelland, S. Frazer, A. Smith, C. Roberts, N. NotarasKew AFC 5.6, 14.8, 21.13, 27.16 (178)Westbourne Gr Football Club 1.0, 2.2, 2.3, 3.3 (21)GOALS, Kew AFC: P. Godfrey 7, E. O’Donnell 5, S. Smart 4, M. Eisenbise 3, H. Moodie 1, J. McCubbin 1, S. Healey 1, Z. Brabin 1, A. Quinn 1, L. Allman 1, C. Houghton 1, S. Coles 1Westbourne Gr Football Club: J. Doyle 2, S. Corcoran 1BEST, Kew AFC: P. Godfrey, S. Smart, M. Facciolo, M. Eisenbise, L. Allman, B. MarchantWestbourne Gr Football Club: J. Sahayam, T. Plecher, S. King, J. Doyle, M. Davis, A. NobleMelbourne High School Old Boys 6.3, 14.8, 18.13, 23.23 (161)UHS-VU Afc 0.0, 0.1, 0.1, 0.1 (1)GOALS, Melbourne High School Old Boys: N. Taranto 4, W. Rebakis 4, B. Pretty 2, R. Coxon 2, D. Grantham 2, D. Bird 2, M. Engelander 1, A. Passaris 1, A. Kuang 1, L. Driscoll 1, B. Cooper 1, T. Diedrich 1, M. Griffin 1BEST, Melbourne High School Old Boys: D. Bird, M. Engelander, L. Driscoll, W. Rebakis, N. Taranto, N. ClampettUHS-VU Afc: W. Cheesman, H. Waterman, E. Coombe, J. Bade, D. Vella-Horne, P. ChynowethWest Brunswick AFC 3.1, 5.4, 7.7, 10.10 (70)Ormond AFC 0.5, 0.6, 1.8, 4.9 (33)GOALS, West Brunswick AFC: L. McClain 3, J. Hopkins 1, A. Carroll 1, H. Wilkins 1, J. Ong 1, M. Barron 1, S. Clarke 1, B. Watson 1 Ormond AFC: C. Hecker 1, R. Abell 1, J. Kille 1, C. Everett 1BEST, West Brunswick AFC: B. Watson, W. Crafter, S. Clarke, B. Wynne, R. Touzel, H. Wilkins
West Brunswick, who defeated Westbourne Grammarians by sixty-one points in Round 3, has the incentive to repeat their ascendancy today. Victory will insure that “The Magpies” remain in touch with the leaders. On form so far it is reasonable to select West Brunswick.
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SHARPSHOOTERS
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William Buck Premier Club LR TOTALDaniel Gribbin Beaumaris 4 29
Alexander Boyse St Bernards 1 25
Matthew Handley Old Xaverians 1 24
Jarrod Reid Old Carey Gr 3 23
Premier Reserve LR TOTALJeremy Hannan Old Xaverians 0 21
Robert Ralph Old Xaverians 2 18
Samuel Forrest University Blacks 6 16
Matthew Singleton Collegians 0 15
Premier Thirds LR TOTALCallum Dipierdomenico Old Xaverians 7 22
Cameron Tunbridge Old Melburnians 7 19
Todd Daniher Old Xaverians 0 18
Jim Wilson University Blacks 2 17
Premier B Reserve LR TOTALMatthew Caia St Bedes / Mentone Tigers 4 22
Matthew Lattanzio St Kevins OB 3 19
Lachlan Nankervis St Kevins OB 0 15
Josh Manning Parkdale Vultures 0 15
Premier B LR TOTALJake Lew AJAX 1 28
Daniel Anthony Old Brighton Gr 0 26
Luke Velluto St Bedes / Mentone Tigers 4 25
Philip Edgar St Kevins OB 2 22
Premier B Thirds LR TOTALAnthony Dickinson Old Xaverians 10 24
Thomas MacReady - Bryan Old Carey Gr 3 20
Stefan Davis Mazenod OC 5 18
William Doble St Kevins OB 1 18
Premier C LR TOTALAaron Cloke Oakleigh 3 40
Nicholas Ebinger Williamstown CYMS 3 35
Bradley Thompson Old Ivanhoe Gr 5 31
Trevor Bromley Oakleigh 7 27
Premier C Thirds LR TOTALSeb Poole Monash Blues 5 34
Daniel Ryan St Mary’s Salesian 0 15
Charles Solomon Williamstown CYMS 5 15
Cameron Kemp Marcellin OC 1 14
Premier C Reserve LR TOTALJake Benoiton Oakleigh 1 19
Joseph Licciardi Marcellin OC 3 18
Brett Voss Old Haileyburians 3 18
Robert Di Roberto Marcellin OC 2 17
Division 1 Reserve LR TOTALNicholas Alexopoulos St Mary’s Salesian 2 33
Dylan Gook St Mary’s Salesian 0 29
Matthew Vlahos Kew 0 27
Jon Rice Prahran Assumption 2 27
Division 1 LR TOTALAndrew Brazzale Kew 5 45
Robert Maibaum Kew 7 35
John Robbins Prahran Assumption 2 34
Callum Wood Old Geelong 0 3
Division 2 LR TOTALJake Munro Richmond Central 5 43
Aaron Thornton St Johns OC 1 42
Zach Tranter Eltham Collegians 1 30
David Boundy Old Paradians 2 30
Division 2 Reserve LR TOTALEamonn Scott Northern Blues 0 28
Benjamin Grigg Ivanhoe 3 25
Andrew Fraser Richmond Central 0 23
Jason Lewis MHSOB 2 23
Division 3 LR TOTALChristopher Beluszar Emmaus St Leos OC 3 40
Ryan Harding Emmaus St Leos OC 0 30
Daniel Hill Emmaus St Leos OC 3 28
Benjamin Nucifora Aquinas OC 3 24
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Division 3 Reserve LR TOTALJustin Perillo Swinburne University 0 30
Richard Benjamin West Brunswick 10 22
Aaron Thompson West Brunswick 4 19
Benjamin Collins UHS-VU 3 18
Division 4 Reserve LR TOTALBradley Courts North Brunswick 0 43
Daniel Wills Manningham Cobras 3 34
Mitchell Gatti Westbourne Gr 3 27
Nathan Robertson Westbourne Gr 1 22
Division 4 LR TOTALDale Collins Westbourne Gr 11 66
Daniel Penny Box Hill North 0 33
Benjamin Gallagher North Brunswick 3 31
James Wilson Canterbury 4 29
U19 Section 2 LR TOTALKieren McKeogh Mazenod OC 3 26
Liam Marshall Parkdale Vultures 0 21
James Salouris Parkdale Vultures 7 20
Daniel O’Connor Fitzroy 6 18
U19 Premier LR TOTALAndrew Padbury Old Scotch 3 25
Nicholas Fletcher St Kevins OB 9 24
Jono Ring St Kevins OB 0 20
Matthew Zagni Beaumaris 5 19
U19 Section 3 LR TOTALMitchell Parkinson Williamstown CYMS 6 30
Thomas Nicholls Hampton Rovers 8 27
Jock Grimshaw Old Geelong 4 27
Edward (ted) Watkin Old Xaverians 6 24
U19 Section 4 LR TOTALDamien Delle-Vergini Northern Blues 4 46
Anmol Malhotra Oakleigh 4 24
Mitchell Kellerman Peninsula OB 0 22
Nicholas Dachs St Kevins OB 4 20
Colts LR TOTALSamuel Aanensen Ivanhoe 5 25Jacob Murdock Mazenod OC 0 22Matthew M Mallia UHS-VU 0 15Cameron Simpson Ivanhoe 5 15
Club XVIII (1) LR TOTALEamon Stringer La Trobe University 3 29John Farah Hawthorn 0 27Matthew Green Old Xaverians 0 21Craig Berger Prahran Assumption 2 21
Club XVIII (2) LR TOTALBeau Coyle Albert Park 2 42Louis Meyer MHSOB 0 27David Dapiran St Francis Xavier OC 0 23Trent Pearson St Francis Xavier OC 1 21
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