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EDITORIAL

Michael Sholly

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HARDEST GAME TO WIN IS THE PRELIM Congratulations to the seven senior teams who were successful in gaining promotion last weekend.

In VAFA football the preliminary finals are often the most tense as the winner gets a double reward whilst the loser is left to ponder what might have been. None are more nervous than those teams who lost their second semi and play against the buoyant winners of the first semi who seemingly have nothing to lose. They are my favourite games of the season and is why my preference would be for each section to have two preliminary finals.

Anticipation would be high as promotion would all come down to one cut throat match.

We have had the final six for a couple of years and Northern Blues won the premiership from sixth spot last year in Division 4 and this year won a one point thriller against Emmaus St Leos to go to Division 2. In the other preliminary final in Division 3 Richmond Centrals wrestled control in the final quarter to defeat Aquinas. The Snakes came from fifth position to gain promotion. Both years the final six has brought up some unexpected results creating added interest in the section.

West Brunswick faced a few anxious moments when trailing Canterbury by six points at the last change. However they were too strong and fully deserve the opportunity to take on the undefeated Hawthorn in the Grand Final. Whilst disappointed with the loss, Canterbury should be pleased with their first year in the VAFA, winning a final and building a club that should see them progress.

After going through last season undefeated, Kew managed to continue their good form and have gained successive promotions. A former powerhouse of the VAFA, Kew is beginning to get back to their former glory. They displayed great

tenacity to fight in the final quarter after being headed by Old Eltham Collegians. Kew haven’t had it their own way in the second half of the year but they, along with St Mary’s Salesian, have been the stand out teams in Division 2.

On behalf of all the VAFA community I pass on our deepest condolences to the Bannister family on the sad loss of Ricky. Ricky had suffered complications after an accident had left him a quadriplegic. On the back of this, Therry Penola Football Club displayed incredible resilience to defeat Old Geelong. Therry suffered their only defeat of the year in the second semi against Williamstown, and return to Premier C after being relegated from that level in 2005.

In each of the above matches, the second semifinalists rebounded however it wasn’t the same story for Marcellin and St Kevin’s in the Premier sections. Both of these clubs would be extremely disappointed losing to Parkdale Vultures and Old Carey respectively. Credit must go to both of the victors as they suffered relegation in 2013 and were able to re-group and gain promotion immediately.

Premier section joined the finals race with University Blacks reaching their first Premier Grand Final since they won the premiership in 1974. It has been a great period for the club after winning consecutive premierships in the former D and C sections in 2004 and 2005 and the Premier B flag in 2012. They will be joined by either St Bernard’s or Collegians who do battle on Saturday.

Good luck to the 900 players representing their club in the twenty Grand Finals played across Melbourne this weekend and we hope to see you all back playing in the VAFA next year.

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FRONT COVER: Old Carey’s Cam Jones and University Blues’ Marshall Rippon will both be primed for the Premier B Grand Final on Sunday.

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PREMIER

Andrew Leonard

@ Lennytalk

BLACKS BACK AFTER 40 YEARS In what might be considered one of the best games of Premier football in the past few seasons, Collegians outlasted Old Scotch in a 1st semi final classic to send the Cardinals to a sixth straight defeat in finals. You have to go back to 2003 the last time Old Scotch won a final. For the second straight year, Old Scotch had a first semi final win there for the taking, but lost in thrilling a high scoring finish where the opposition finished the stronger. The action at Trevor Barker Oval was in stark contrast to what transpired at Sportscover Arena. University Blacks were methodical and relentless in their dismantling of St Bernard’s. We must firstly congratulation Blacks on reaching a Premier (or A Grade) grand final for the first time since their last premiership at this level in 1974.

That in itself is a huge achievement, but the way this Blacks side have been travelling this year, they could be celebrating a 40 year anniversary and setting a new achievement to celebrate in the future on the same day.

The other take away from the weekend is that the two sides that rested half their lineups in round 18 (St Bernard’s made 12 changes this week whilst Old Scotch made 10) against the same opposition, both failed to win. Ross Lyon might do it in the AFL because Fremantle have to fly for 10 hours every second week, however there is an uneasy feeling about it at VAFA level. Sure, both sides had sore bodies amongst their ranks, but surely these players could have been managed over a three-week period starting from round 15? It is of course hard to make these assessments when you are outside the club, but the sentiment from outside (and for that matter from some supporters of both clubs) was don’t flirt with form. It’s a tough call particularly on Old Scotch who had tried the alternative way last year and still lost, what’s more they hadn’t guaranteed finals until Round 17.

However it is something where the results mean we cast a negative assessment on the tactic.

It was always a concern for St Bernard’s coming into this match that they didn’t have enough scoring options. The numbers were stacked against them.

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Blacks had 10 players with more than 10 goals to their name this year, St Bernard’s had four. Blacks had outscored St Bernard’s by two goals a game and for that matter had conceded almost three goals a game less. That five goal difference was essentially the difference between the two sides.

Whilst the margin was within four goals for much of the match, that four goals felt much bigger.

The opening exchanges promised a lot. Tom Sullivan and Adam Bentick were winning clearances, but Blacks were not only tackling hard in the packs, they also ensured that pressure was immense on the handball receiver anytime they were fed from Bentick and Sullivan. Bede Mahon and Tom Napier were just as potent in and under for Blacks. What’s more, Blacks skill on the outside seemed to be at a higher level. Despite all this grunt work, Blacks were only two points up at the first change after a late Chad Jones goal.

Tyson Kruse was reasonably well held by Nathan Kazuro, but the Blacks midfielder sill was able to use his lethal left boot to devastating effect on a couple of occasions. The stars though, were the Blacks defenders. Tasked with stopping the Bernards key forwards, Laurie, O’Rourke and Blake all put their hand up at key moments. The pressure from the midfield helped as time and time again St Bernard’s players missed targets, but nevertheless the Blacks defenders were always calm and in control.

St Bernard’s challenged for five minutes after the main break, reduced the margin to 14 points, but that’s where the resistance ended. Blacks broke clear, looking like winners and will enter the Grand Final next week as favourites regardless of who they meet.

Collegians form of late has been irresistible, as has that of Shura Taft. The last five times Taft has pulled on a purple jumper he has booted: 6, 2, 6, 8 and 7 goals. The seven he kicked last week PREMIER — TIPS IN BOLD St Bernards v Collegians

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were in a first semi final. It was a memorable performance in a memorable match. Taft wasn’t the only performance of note. Nathan Giles has gradually been building into a force out of the Collegians back half, complimenting the already well-documented talents of Tardiff and Zimbachs.

Josh Kamenar’s form gives the Lions a very settled look at the back.

The last quarter was a beauty, so much on the line, it was goal for goal. Both sides missed chances but each miss wouldn’t have killed the game anyway as quick as a flash the ball would be at the other end. It was fast free flowing football, aided by a fast surface in magnificent conditions. Nick Ries spent most of the last term in the defensive 50, but he couldn’t prevent Ed Barlow drifting forward to kick a couple. But he should have had at least another.

Barlow kicked one from the boundary then missed his next chance, a set shot from 15 meters out.

Another goal to Taft was immediately followed by a goal to Hill at the other end. Then Passador missed with a free team mate in the square and the Scotch misses were starting to add up. A minute later Courtney Hylton baulked around two opponents and kicked truly.

Taft booted his seventh after the siren but by that stage the contrasting body language of delirium and despair was on display. Collegians were through and Old Scotch will have the summer to think about another season that got away from them.

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Collegians 3.6, 6.9, 10.16, 17.21 (123) Old Scotch 5.2, 7.5, 11.7, 16.13 (109) GOALS, Collegians: S. Taft 7, A. Croft 2, C. Jesaveluk 2, G. Jones 2, N. Corp 1, N. Ries 1, C. Hylton 1, A. Howison 1 Old Scotch: E. Barlow 3, M. Passador 3, C. O’Beirne 2, L. Hill 2, J. Bull 1, R. Wills 1, J. Long 1, W. Strange 1, N. Jamieson 1, E. Routman 1 BEST, Collegians: J. Kamener, N. Giles, C. Simmons, S. Taft, C. Hylton, L. Apted Old Scotch: N. Jamieson, A. Houlihan, J. Hurley, J. Bull, S. Thompson, M. Passador University Blacks 2.3, 7.6, 12.10, 15.17 (107) St Bernards 2.1, 4.4, 6.7, 9.10 (64) GOALS, University Blacks: A. Robbins 4, N. Batten 2, A. Pattison 1, B. Mahon 1, C. Turner 1, I. Anderson 1, A. Locke 1, J. Slabbert 1, T. Napier 1, H. Lacey 1, J. Ernest 1 St Bernards: C. Jones 3, N. Cooke 2, M. Hannan 1, S. Caven 1, A. Bentick 1, T. Sullivan 1 BEST, University Blacks: J. Laurie, S. Hogan, P. O’Rourke, A. Pitt, B. Mahon, S. Weekley St Bernards: M. Hannan, S. Caven, T. Sullivan, T. Overman, N. Kazuro, A. Singleton

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PREMIER RESERVE

University Blacks 2.1, 3.5, 7.7, 11.8 (74) Collegians 2.2, 3.6, 9.10, 10.11 (71) GOALS, University Blacks: J. Foster 4, S. Butler 2, J. Crameri 2, S. Myers 1, J. Quaile 1, M. Aitken 1 Collegians: D. Chaplin-Burch 4, A. Fahie 2, J. Hampton 1, B. Riddle 1, N. Bobeff 1, H. Apted 1 BEST, University Blacks: S. Butler, J. Foster, J. Roder, T. Storer, B. Clark, S. Flight Collegians: S. Hall, N. Bobeff, M. Dockery, J. Dunn, T. Goodman, H. Apted Old Xaverians 2.3, 9.4, 13.5, 16.6 (102) St Bernards 2.2, 3.3, 6.8, 8.10 (58) GOALS, Old Xaverians: M. Margin 7, C. Santalucia 2, F. Lane 2, R. Ralph 2, M. Douglas 1, T. Parker 1, C. Beetham 1 St Bernards: B. Considine 3, T. Duyndham 1, L. Sullivan 1, J. Manunzio 1, B. Garth 1, D. Riley 1 BEST, Old Xaverians: M. Margin, M. Douglas, L. Keith, J. Pintal, R. Ralph, E. Lachal St Bernards: R. Schroder, B. Considine, S. Fleming, J. Fraser, P. MacDonough, J. Saundry

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PREMIER B

Blair Morton

@blairwmorton

PANTHERS PROMOTION AS SKOB BLOW DOUBLE CHANCE Old Carey gained promotion back to Premier section, and a Grand Final berth with a five goal win over St Kevins.

going into the final break with a 32 point deficit to chase. The breeze had subsided so that was a very defendable margin.

In ideal conditions at Sportscover Arena, the Panthers avenged their final round loss to SKOB, and consequent forfeiture of the double chance ladder position, with a convincing preliminary final victory.

St Kevins blew a couple of early chances in the final term, as Old Carey attempted to lock down the run that SKOB needed to harness if they were to challenge. Carey managed two goals into what was now a slight breeze that all but sealed the game in their favour. SKOB outscored Carey in the quarter, however most of this scoring was done in junk time towards at the end of the game as the Panthers were resting their stars.

Cam Howat won the toss for Carey, and chose to kick with the advantage of a fairly stiff breeze, blowing to the scoreboard end in the opening term. St Kevins had the run of play for the opening ten minutes of the quarter, wining football plenty of inside 45 entries. Wayward kicking and turnovers inside 45 meant SKOB couldn’t convert, however. A St Kevins forward-line turnover saw the play switch rapidly through the middle, and Cam Howat snared a classy running goal seconds after.

From thereafter, the Panthers capitalised on the assistance of Mother Nature, kicking five goals and holding SKOB to two behinds for the quarter.

The second term saw St Kevins have eleven scoring shots at goal, only two of which were converted as majors. Free running, attacking football was played by SKOB the ground over, as Carey were virtually unable to touch the ball. Inaccuracy would damage the St Kevins game ultimately, marring what was otherwise an excellent quarter.

As they kept the Panthers to only one behind for the term, this was SKOB’s chance to stamp their mark on the game, however they just couldn’t deliver the blows.

St Kevins came out frenetically after the main break, out running Carey and managing the first two goals to be kicked to the Glen Huntly Road end that drew scores level. This intense period play looked set to help SKOB on thepath to victory as we approached time on, Carey were struggling.

However the Panthers were not done with and they pounced with three quick-fire goals that changed the momentum of the game completely.

Carey won all the contested ball, and dominated clearances. A further two goals meant five goals for the quarter and SKOB instantly looked deflated 4

Old Carey’s pressure defined the hearty win, setting up success all over the ground. While it meant Carey won more inside contested ball, and dominated clearances, it also stressed the opposition, who at times appeared anxious and rushed; especially in the forward-line where fumbles, dropped marks, poorly executed passes and missed shots were painfully common.

The Panthers proved themselves as worthy Grand Final competitors with this win, putting to bed fears that a successful season, most of spend at second position on the ladder might have been crumbling after SKOB usurped the envied position in round 18.

Cam Howat starred in the win, racking up possessions and kicking a goal trademark goal from beyond 50m, Tom Roach and Joel Rice led the inside pressure charge for the Panther’s midfield, Lachlan McQueen-Miscamble was important in defence and Ryan Bongetti’s job on Steve Salopek and Ben Dowd interchangeably meant that they had little influence on the game.

Many of the Willows at TH King will truly be weeping on the back of this loss. Another campaign where SKOB missed promotion to Premier and relinquished the double chance, I think St Kevins can take many positives from a strong season. With a young side and dynamic style of running game, St Kevins’ opportunity for finals success is beginning, rather than ending in the mind of this observer, and they will be back stronger and with even hungrier next season.

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This week of course sees the culmination of the Premier B season in the Grand Final at Sportscover Arena on Sunday. University Blues certainly go in favourites, after a stellar season and striking win in their first final. The week off will most likely advantage the Students, but in light of some odd losses to the likes of Old Ivanhoe and Caulfield during the season proper, perhaps a week off could disrupt the Blues’ momentum? Old Carey need to be hoping for such a turn of luck, as with Uni Blues at full strength, it is almost impossible to tip against them.

Rippon and co, but this looks to be the only aspect of the game Carey can win. With an explosive forward-line that relies on no one player, and a steadfast defence that is one of the best in Amateur footy full stop; Uni Blues are too strong an outfit overall for the Panthers to slay. Taking nothing away from Carey, who’s last two wins have demonstrated a great amount of bravery, grit and skill, the Blues have been by far the better team all season and this game is theirs to lose. Carey will need to recreate the efforts of Steven Bradbury if they are to be a chance in this game. I’m tipping Uni Blues by six goals.

It does appear possible that the likes of Howat, Rice, Roach, Bongetti and Freemantle could win the midfield battle over Summers, Mugavin,

PREMIER B

PRELIM FINAL

Old Carey 5.5, 5.6, 10.9, 12.15 (87) St Kevins 0.2, 2.11, 4.13, 7.15 (57) GOALS, Old Carey: J. Reid 2, T. Roach 2, S. Freemantle 2, B. Smithwick 1, N. Richardson 1, C. Howat 1, C. Jones 1, M. Laidlaw 1, G. Parker 1 St Kevins: C. Gleeson 2, Z. Ginies 2, N. Wood 1, P. Edgar 1, T. Cunningham 1 BEST, Old Carey: R. Bongetti, T. Roach, C. Howat, J. Rice, N. Richardson, J. Joslin St Kevins: T. Cunningham, S. Salopek, C. Ring, J. Weber, Z. Ginies, J. Salopek

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PREMIER B — TIPS IN BOLD University Blues v Old Carey

PREMIER B RESERVE

University Blues 7.4, 7.5, 10.11, 12.12 (84) Caulfield Grammarians 1.0, 4.4, 5.4, 6.6 (42) GOALS, University Blues: J. Wood 2, D. Withers 2, E. Ratcliffe 1, J. Mugavin 1, M. Steinbach 1, D. Barton 1, A. Wettenhall 1, G. Chisholm 1, E. Long 1, W. Hartnell 1 Caulfield Grammarians: W. Osborn 1, K. Stewart 1, D. Simic 1, A. Bednarek 1, M. Bowden 1, J. Easton 1 BEST, University Blues: M. Steinbach, D. Withers, J. Wood, R. Langham, D. Barton, E. Ratcliffe Caulfield Grammarians: M. Bowden, K. Stewart, J. Easton, S. Dickson, D. Tobias, D. Dickson

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PREMIER C

Ned Hunt

@ nedhunt1

VULTURES SOAR INTO GRAND FINAL The Parkdale Vultures have booked themselves a date with the Hampton Rovers in this weekend’s Premier C Grand Final. The Vultures were able to hold Marcellin at bay on Saturday in the Preliminary Final, dictating the play from start to finish, leading at every change to win by 17 points at Casey Fields. The win has also secured the Vultures with a spot in Premier B for next season, a year after they were relegated. Meanwhile the Eagles were left to lament another disappointing finals campaign, slumping to their third straight exit in as many years. Despite being the benchmark all year, they couldn’t produce their best football when it mattered most.

Aside from the second quarter, spectators weren’t treated to an overly free flowing game of football.

Both sides struggled to penetrate the oppositions defence with limited scoring opportunities coming in the second half. Particularly in the second half, a number of stoppages ensued, both teams struggling to break free from the congestion.

The Vultures set the tone from the outset as they made the early running, peppering the goals with Lopo and Boland lively across half forward. It was clear the Vultures were out to target Marcellin playmaker Jarrod Carlson, every opportunity they had they got stuck into him, at one stoppage three players made a bee line for him. It must have worked with Carlson relatively well held throughout the day. Both defensive units were on top early. Both sides rebounding the ball out of defence with relative ease. Chapman was nullifying the influence of Bolger and Bolger’s miss from 20 metres out almost directly in front painted a picture of things to come.

The second term was played in a distinctly different style to the other three as the floodgates opened with both teams going on the attack. With only 16 goals scored on the day, a staggering 10 came in the second term, both sides kicking five apiece.

Lopo and Sullivan joined the frenzy up forward for Parkdale kicking two each, enjoying some excellent delivery. Marcellin knew they’d have to lift their intensity if they were to get back in the 6

contest. They applied a series of strong tackles having a ripple effect throughout the team, as each player lifted their workrate. McPherson had two for the term and a Viney snap on the stroke of half time had the Eagles within striking distance.

Trailing by eight points at the main break the Eagles would need to produce a stellar premiership quarter. But they failed. Parkdale’s defence, led by Chapman and Price refused to allow the Eagles any space, intercepting anything that came their way. In an error riddled quarter, mainly brought about by relentless pressure from both sides, turnovers were at a premium. The only player on the ground who could penetrate the goals was Tim Boland whose two goals in the term were crucial, and ultimately the difference in the outcome of the game.

Bolger’s first goal four minutes into the final term gave Marcellin renewed hope and minutes later a brilliant solo effort from Gasparini had the Eagles within 13 points. Marcellin’s endeavor couldn’t be questioned but time was against them. However, at the other end of the ground, Boland took off where he left off in the third, gathering countless possessions and almost nailing the final dagger into Marcellin on several occasions. Having missed two shots previously Boland’s third attempt on goal was enough to sink Marcellin, sealing a memorable Vulture victory. It was fitting that Boland had the final say, the exclamation mark on a best on ground display.

As the siren rang the scene of players strewn across the ground told vastly different stories.

Their emotions palpable. A sea of Marcellin players were hunched over in despair, trying to fathom how they’d fallen short again. On the other side of the spectrum the Parkdale players pumped their fists in the air in utter jubilation, embracing one another, trying to comprehend the thought of playing in a Grand Final.

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GRAND FINAL PREVIEW After the Vultures 85 point round one hiding at the hands of the Hampton Rovers little did they think they would meet again 5 months later, in a Grand Final. But it’s a testament to the resolve of this Vultures outfit. It hasn’t been an easy road for the Vultures, but they appear unfazed. The Rovers have had the luxury of the week off, however as we all know sometimes it can be to a side’s detriment, as they have lacked a genuine hit out in the lead up to the Grand Final.

Conversely the Vultures have been forced to work hard in their two finals, and perhaps fatigue could be a factor as the game wears on. The Vultures go into match with the belief that they can beat the Rovers. In round 11, the second meeting between these two sides, the Vultures dismantled the Rovers by 70 points. I’m always looking for a bit of value whenever I’m at the races, and I love seeing an underdog prevail. The Vultures head into Saturdays clash as outsiders and I think they can push the Rovers all the way, but may fall just short.

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PRELIM FINAL

Parkdale Vultures 1.3, 6.6, 8.11, 9.15 (69) Marcellin 0.3, 5.4, 5.7, 7.10 (52) GOALS, Parkdale Vultures: T. Boland 3, N. Papatsanis 2, P. Sullivan 2, K. Lopo 2 Marcellin: A. Viney 2, S. McPherson 2, T. Carlson 1, D. Bolger 1, M. Gasparini 1 BEST, Parkdale Vultures: T. Boland, S. Chapman, L. Platt, S. Chitty, D. Price, K. Lopo Marcellin: S. Gill, A. Viney, P. Hamblin, D. Mc Mahon, J. Antypas, A. Bonato

PREMIER C RES.

PRELIM FINAL

PEGS 2.4, 6.6, 8.8, 10.13 (73) Old Camberwell 3.1, 3.3, 5.5, 7.6 (48) GOALS, P E G S: J. Barrett 3, J. Lenhart 2, D. Anderson 1, J. Rogers 1, C. Tzambazis 1, J. Clarke 1, B. Briggs 1 Old Camberwell: D. De Sanctis 3, M. Jeffers 2, C. Webster 1, M. Cottrell 1 BEST, P E G S: B. Briggs, N. Karikas, J. Rogers, J. Marr, M. Fahey, C. Tzambazis Old Camberwell: D. Toma, N. Searles, W. McDonald, D. De Sanctis, C. Young, L. Campbell

PREMIER C — TIPS IN BOLD Hampton Rovers v Parkdale Vultures

The Premier C Grand Final will be held at Trevor Barker Oval at 2.30pm on Saturday My call - Rovers by 23 points

The Rovers have the experience and class to win back-to-back Grand Finals and they do enjoy the surrounds of Trevor Barker Oval having won their last three matches at the ground. The fact that the Rovers have also trained at the ground each week since the finals series commenced will also give them an edge.

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Results of Tribunal – 9 September, 2014

University Blues — Premier B (Second Offence)

*Ben Polkinghorn, Old Xaverians (Under-19).

St Kevins — Under 19 Premier (Second Offence)

Unreasonably rough conduct, 3 matches. *Player accepted Prescribed Penalty

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ST.MARY’S SALESIAN AMATEUR FOOTBALL CLUB (VAFA Div 1)

Yarra Valley Bushrangers Is looking for Senior, Reserve & U19 Coaches in 2015.

Join us on the journey as we take the next step Finalists, Premiers & Grand Finalists 2011-13 Take us to the top. Be an important part of a club which is fiercely proud of its culture and keen to continue the success we have achieved over recent years.

Now at our brand new home in Doncaster.

For further information contact Ron Garlepp

President ron.garlepp@gmail.com g pp@g Mob 0408 907 774

The club is seeking applicants for the following coaching positions for Season 2015.

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Under 19 Coach (Premiers 2013) Under 18 Coach Assistant Coaches for: Seniors, Thirds, U/19’s & U/18’s

All Coaches will be required to work closely with our Senior Coach Jess Sinclair in setting the clubs direction and developing our youth.

A minimum Level 1 coaching accreditation is required and an understanding of the VAFA is preferred.

Please provide a covering letter outlining your experience and specific plans for our club. Applications close September 30th 2014.

Forward Applications or Enquiries to: David Malcolm President St.Mary’s Salesian Amateur Football Club smsafc@bigpond.com 0409 311 553

University High School Vic Uni AFC CAULFIELD GRAMMARIANS FOOTBALL CLUB SENIOR COACH WANTED for 2015 Caulfield Grammarians FC is seeking a Senior Coach for the 2015 season in Premier B of the Victorian Amateur Football Association Applicants will need to demonstrate:

A strong desire to teach and develop players Excellent communication skills, on and off the field Experience in enhancing existing player skills Embrace the ethos of amateur football Positive attitude, organised and well prepared Desire to nurture young and emerging talent Ability to build a cohesive coaching team

Please email all applications in writing to the Football Manager:

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SOME FUN FACTS FOR SOME OF OUR FINALS CLUBS…..

PREMIER B University Blues last played in a Premier B Premiership in 1994 where they were runners up.

Old Carey last played in a Premier B Grandfinal in 2010 where they were premiers St Kevins have now lost nine finals in a row. There last finals win was the 2004 Premier B Grandfinal

PREMIER C Hampton Rovers are trying to win their first back to back premierships in the VAFA. The Rovers last played in a Premier C Grandfinal in 2008 where they were runners up.

Parkdale Vultures won the Premier C premiership in 2012. This weekend will be the Vultures third grand final appearance in four years.

Marcellin have now lost five finals in a row

DIVISION 1 Therry Penola are aiming to win the clubs back to back premierships Therry Penola last played in two grand finals in a row in 1984 Division 1 (Premiers) and in 1985 Premier C (Runners up) Williamstown CYMS last won a premiership in 2008 in Division 3 and were runners up the following year in Division 2. The CY’s promotion to Premier C next year will be the highest section they have ever played in, in there time in the VAFA

DIVISION 2 St Mary’s Salesian are playing in their first grand final since 2009 where they were division 3 runners up. If the Saints win, it will be there first senior premiership since the club merged in 2008. There last senior premiership was in 1996 when they were in the Division 2 East section and known as Salesian.

Kew will be aiming for promotion into a higher section two years in a row Division 1 next year. Last time they did this was in 1997 – 1998.

Kew will be trying to win back to back premierships for the first time in their history.

St Mary’s Salesian beat Kew in the 2nd semi having lost twice to the Bears in the Home and Away

DIVISION 3 Richmond Central is into their first Grand Final since the 2011 Division 4 Grand Final, the Snakes are gunning for their first senior flag since 1994 since they won the 1994 Division 4 flag.

Northern Blues have earned back-to-back promotions in their first two years in the VAFA as a senior club.

DIVISION 4 Hawthorn played in their first grand final in 2006 where they were runners up and they were premiers in 1998 (Division 4) West Brunswick are into their first Grand Final since they won the Division 4 flag in 2008.

CONGRATULATIONS SAM Rumour has it that VAFA Staff Member from Football Operations, Sam Confait has been demonstrating his football skills and ability at Power House this year. Last Saturday he picked up the club’s best and fairest beating Power House’s club icon and VAFA Ireland tour representative Adam Collett. Well done Sam.

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VAFA COMMUNITY MOURNS THERRY PENOLA’S RICKY BANNISTER The VAFA Board, Staff and the entire VAFA community extend their deepest condolences to the Bannister family and the Therry Penola Football Club on hearing the sad news that favourite son Ricky Bannister passed late last week. The injury Ricky sustained created numerous challenges for him and he had been battling a number of health related issues since the accident. True to his character, Ricky fought hard but eventually the battle became too great, even for him.

He is now at peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with Emily and William as well as Wayne and Maureen, Corey, Shaun, Jordan, Jess and Jarrod in these sad times.

The Therry Penola seniors had a magnificent win on Sunday in their Division 1 preliminary finals with Ricky’s two younger brothers, Corey and Jarrod playing key roles in helping the Lions to back to back promotions and Grand Final appearances.

PREMIER B — GRAND FINAL REPLAY Watch a replay of the Premier B Grand Final on Channel 31 on

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VAFA BEST AND FAIREST AWARD WINNERS Congratulations to all VAFA Best and Fairest winners for 2014. The vote counts for all the medallists were held on Tuesday and Wednesday night on 96.5 Inner FM with the winners announced on the night. All winners will be presented with their section medals at next Wednesday night’s Woodrow Medal and VAFA Awards Night at Crown. Below is a list of the top five from each section. The Woodrow Medal Count for Premier Section will take place next Wednesday night

PREMIER B Player Name Paule, Thomas S Ludski, Joshua A Rippon, Marshall Howat, Cameron C

Club Old Melburnians Ajax University Blues Old Carey

Votes 25 24 21 16

U19 PREMIER Player Name Hannan, Jeremy Sabato, Luke A Caia, Matthew J De Biase, Roland

Club Old Xaverians St Kevin’s Old Boys St Bedes/Mentone St Kevin’s Old Boys

Votes 21 17 15 13

PREMIER C Player Name Mckenzie, Timothy Carlson, Jarrod Fletcher, Leigh Cleary, Dermot P

Club Monash Blues Marcellin OC Hampton Rovers Oakleigh

Votes 25 23 23 18

U19 NORTH Player Name Jones, Daniel Lee, Brendan Vovos, James Wilson, Brenden #

Club Ivanhoe Yarra Valley Pegs Football Club Wyndham Suns

Votes 14 14 14 13

DIVISION 1 Player Name Gray, Jack L Egglestone, Jarrod T Musster, James N Shepherd, Peter J

Club Williamstown CYMS Therry Penola Prahran Football Club NOBS/St Pats

Votes 22 21 19 17

U19 SOUTH Player Name Moignard, James L Tanzimat, Adam C Carothers, Callum J Wilson, Dane

Club Peninsula Beaumaris Ormond Collegians

Votes 22 14 14 12

DIVISION 2 Player Name Lendaro, Aaron Jones, Sidney P Barda, Luke Oldfield, Andrew

Club Old Eltham St Mary’s-Salesian Glen Eira Elsternwick

Votes 26 19 17 15

U19 2 Player Name Malt, Ryan Blakey, William Lopo, Kurt Rutter, Jack T

Club Old Collegians University Blues Parkdale Old Brighton

Votes 14 14 13 12

DIVISION 3 Player Name Baranello, Paul Morrison-Storey, Nicholas Confait, Sam Calcedo, Dean

Club Emmaus St Leos Aquinas OC Power House Northern Blues

Votes 32 29 23 20

U19 3 Player Name Wooldridge, Toby Stanton, Jordan B Wallace, Cameron L Harris, Jack

Club Votes Old Carey 17 Old Ivanhoe Gramarians 17 Old Carey 13 Old Carey 12

DIVISION 4 Player Name Bell, Thomas Tremewen, David Liston, Cameron Wolfgramm, Dylan

Club Manningham Cobras Hawthorn Box Hill North Manningham Cobras

Votes 22 20 18 16

VAFA COLTS Player Name O’Brien, Patrick Ramsay, Esubalew Day, Cody Van Rensburg, Elijah

Club Westbourne Grammar Uni High School-Vic Uni Point Cook Mazenod OC

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Votes 28 21 17 16

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Congratulations to St Kevin’s PATRICK AUGHTON – Patrick or ‘Woosh’ is the only remaining player from the 2004 SKOB Premiership team. 10 years later he has the chance at another premiership in his 200th game. Woosh is a stalwart, an amiable embodiment of SKOB culture. Finishing at the College in 2001, he has played a vital role at SKOB since. A part of the 2004 and 2007 premiership teams, he also captained the Reserves in 2005. Woosh’s services to SKOB are outstanding. It would be a fitting result for the Reserves to secure a premiership in his milestone game.

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Congratulations to St Kevin’s RICKY CALDOW – Ricky ‘Dancin’ Caldow’s SKOB career is characterised by consistency of performance, leading to a Club record three Reserves B&F’s in 2011, ‘12 and ‘13. In his 150th game he has the chance to add another gong to his impressive career if the SKOB Reserves win the premiership. A recipient of a Best in Finals award previously, Dancin will be a key player in the Grand Final. His teammates know they can depend on an honest, gutsy and powerhouse performance from their talisman.

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Congratulations to St Marys Salesian’s LUKE CHILDS – A strong medium-size player, ‘Gatesy’ is able to play as a key position defender of forward, and relief ruckman, where he is hard at the ball, a good mark, fine kick, and goalkicker. Luke is a popular player, and multi-talented sportsman also being a capable soccer player.

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Congratulations to St Marys Salesian’s TOM WHITTLE – A very good contributor on the wing or in the midfield, Tom uses ‘run and carry’ to create opportunities for forwards or kick goals, while being good defensively as well. Tom is a quality young player improving all the time and very popular with his teammates.

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is seeking applications for a newly created position of

PHAFC is seeking applicants for the position of:

COACHING CO-ORDINATOR

PLAYING/NON-PLAYING - SENIOR ASSISTANT COACH

Responsible to the Director of Coaching, the prime responsibility of the role is to assist with the personal and professional development of the coaching staff.

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WILLIAMSTOWN CYMS AMATEUR FOOTBALL CLUB

Applicants should possess a passion for the game, a proven ability to lead from the front (both on and off the field) and great communication skills as well as ability to develop and work with a young exciting playing group.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE OCTOBER 30, 2014.

Please send all applications in writing to; president@powerhouse-afc.com

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Applications close on 26 September 2014 and can be emailed to the above address

Nic Pavlou, President, 0414 339 990

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Old Carey Grammarians Football Club VAFA Premier (2015) Director of Football

Senior Coach - Monash Blues Premier C Amateurs

Based at Carey Bulleen Sports Complex, arguably the best facilities in the VAFA, Old Carey GFC is ready to appoint a suitably experienced Director of Football to take responsibility for the club’s football department and program.

The Monash Blues Football Club is looking for a senior coach to lead a team of coaches across its 4 sides and to build on the Club’s recent success.

Promoted to VAFA Premier Section for 2015 we are a well resourced and professionally managed club comprising 4 teams.

Our talented senior playing group has played Premier C finals in the last two seasons and is primed for the next step.

The Clubs boasts excellent support from the University and access to its first class facilities.

Applicants must be great leaders and will drive the club’s culture and direction. Previous experience in a similar role is mandatory.

The successful applicant will be supported by an experienced and dedicated group of support staff and a dedicated and energetic committee.

Please provide a covering letter outlining your experience, a self-assessment/critique and your football philosophy. Applications close 19/09/14.

A competitive remuneration package is available and open to negotiation. Applications should be submitted by 23 September 2014 by email to adamjaques41@gmail.com

Forward applications or enquiries to: Paul Newton, President, Old Carey GFC

An interview selection process to follow.

Cotham Post Office, PO Box 3075, Kew 3101

Please contact Adam Jaques on 0417 307 882 with any genuine queries.

Or email oldcareyfc@gmail.com More about our club can be found at www.oldcareyfc.com.au

Position - Senior Coach OLD PARADIANS’ ASSOCIATION AMATEUR FOOTBALL CLUB (VAFA Div 2) Are seeking applications for the 2015 position of

RESERVES COACH

We are looking for a coach who can demonstrate experience in being able to coach young players such that they are ready to make the transition to senior football.

Applicants need to have a proven understanding of all facets of today’s football trends.

A minimum level one coaching accreditation is required.

Competitive Remuneration.

Please provide a cover letter outlining your experience and specific plans for our club.

Applications close 26th September.

Forward applications to: Brendan Flynn Football Manager Old Paradians’ Association Amateur Football Club.

BRFlynn@agilitylogistics.com ph: 0488 316 880

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Old Eltham Collegians is an established and strong Division 2 VAFA club. Finalists the past two years, we are looking to take the next step in 2015.

If you believe you have the motivation, leadership, commitment, game plan and communications skills to lead us to ultimate success, then apply.

Eltham College provides first class facilities.

We are offering a salary package for a successful, experienced senior coach of up to $15,000 Applications Close 30th September 2014 FORWARD APPLICATIONS TO The Secretary: cpjjhall@bigpond.com For further background information call the President - Ron Chapman on 0410446614

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DIVISION 1

James Ried

@JamesRied9

THERRY SECURE REMATCH As they did in 2013, Therry Penola has taken the long road to the big dance, ensuring a rematch with their semi-final combatant Williamstown CYMS in the Grand Final. The Lions knocked off Old Geelong by 19-points having held a marginal lead at every change. It was an emotional day and one where all in attendance felt for Therry Penola and their star forwards Corey and Jarrod Bannister at the news that their brother Ricky had lost his battle with his debilitating injuries and died a few days earlier.

For Therry Penola their victory guarantees backto-back promotions, but Sunday at Garvey Oval will determine if back-to-back premierships will travel with them into Premier C.

second, gave Therry a 14-point lead heading into the first break.

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The OG’s chances were in the balance in the third and initial signs kept them alive with two quick goals from Scott Howard and Will Sharp revived proceedings. Old Geelong players and supporters began to get antsy as decisions weren’t going there way and the Oggers blew a chance to pull the margin to just 12-points.

Jarrod Bannister started to run rampant in the forward 50 but could not add to his three goal tally .The rambunctious crowd finally got a breather as three-quarter time sounded with Therry leading 10.13-73 to 8.8-55.

Therry Penola drew first blood with Michael Pell slotting the opener as some curious Williamstown CYMS bystanders curiously watched on from the stands. Old Geelong didn’t linger on their reply with Vice Captain, Andy Leahy spreading well and running into the forward 50 unmarked and kicking the OG’s first. Early on the OG’s appeared on song and weren’t intimidated by Therry, playing physically inside and providing strong outside run. Both seemingly struggled hitting targets and splitting the middle when in goal kicking range. That was until Matt Costello broke the deadlock after a good bit of play and a great smother by Ben Ratcliffe. The OG’s pressure stuck fat throughout the first term causing Therry to over possess, with Rupert Kemp on the receiving end and striding into an open goal. Two late first quarter goals, including Pell’s

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Old Geelong’s Aaron Bird capitalised from Therry’s dropped mark and missed tackle to kick the first of what became a shoot-out quarter. The two sides went goal for goal as the Bannister’s, Corey and Jarrod, got involved ending the half with five between them while big man Josh Hoevenaars kicked two at the other end. The OG’s appeared nervous late in the term sending Captain, Colby O’Brien to sit in the whole at stoppages in the defensive half. The negative measures were all but ineffective as Corey ran back with the flight and into an open goal as the margin skipped out to four goals by halftime.

Football’s always been about taking your chances, and Therry missed theirs to bury the OG’s early. Callum Wood made them pay further, kicking the goal and reducing the deficit to two goals. Matt Costello answered with a crumbing goal and blasting it into an unguarded goal, while Jarrod Bannister kicked his fourth and paid homage to his late brother, Ricky, kissing the armband in a beautiful moment. That goal

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his fifth capped off the game as a contest.

Jarrod Bannister’s five goals and Corey’s two highlighed an emotional day for the Bannister family, their friends and the club, as the boys honoured Ricky’s memory on the field in a manner that deserves admiration.

GRAND FINAL PREVIEW The top two remain. The best Division 1 has to offer, Williamstown CYMS and Therry Penola survived the gruelling home-and-away season and now face off for the fourth and final time in 2014 to claim the section’s title. The CY’s proved in the 2nd Semi-Final, almost unbelievably, they could dominate the Lions. Williamstown come off the week’s rest and having beaten Therry a fortnight ago, surely has them the favourites?

The CY’s forward line of Jack Gray and Matt John match up well against Therry’s less-agile backmen. The two kicked four apiece two weeks ago and will again create anxious moments for those paired against them alone in the 50.

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Or is Therry Penola’s 18-1 reign throughout the year too hard to dismiss? From the Bannister’s to the Egglestone’s and all the class in-between there is serious talent that is difficult to suppress. Therry’s advantage is any one if these players can get off the chain and cause damage.

If Jarrod Egglestone or Matt Lyons do so, the CY’s midfield will struggle. If it’s Paul Edwards or Brock Egglestone their forwards will. And if it’s the Bannister brothers, the score will certainly be lopsided. That being said, Therry Penola’s calibre sways the tip in their favour. Predicting the minor premiers to claim the silverware and deserved back to back flags by three goals.

DIVISION 1 — TIPS IN BOLD Therry Penola v Williamstown CYMS

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Therry Penola 4.4, 9.10, 10.13, 13.15 (93) Old Geelong 2.2, 6.4, 8.8, 11.9 (75) GOALS, Therry Penola: J. Bannister 5, M. Costello 2, C. Bannister 2, M. Pell 2, J. Egglestone 1, D. Ryan 1 Old Geelong: C. Wood 2, J. Hoevenaars 2, C. O’Brien 2, R. Kemp 1, A. Bird 1, S. Howard 1, N. Hardie-Grant 1, W. Sharp 1 BEST, Therry Penola: M. Lyons, M. Marangon, P. Edwards, M. Pell, B. Harding, M. Sullivan Old Geelong: A. Leahy, C. O’Brien, H. McKay, A. Stewart, J. Hoevenaars, W. Sharp

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Captain, Ben Gray’s move to centre half back proved a revelation last time around on Corey Bannister. Successful in the one on ones and more importantly, he was cool headed when delivering further afield.

DIVISION 1 RESERVE

Prahran Assumption 3.2, 5.3, 5.6, 10.8 (68) Williamstown CYMS 2.3, 3.4, 10.5, 10.5 (65) GOALS, Prahran Assumption: R. Ellis 2, M. Radywonik 1, M. Laverty 1, J. Hogarth 1, A. Forbes 1, J. Rice 1, D. Cupples 1, J. Ancrum 1, T. Candy 1 Williamstown CYMS: S. Barlow 4, F. Henry 3, M. Cavarra 2, D. Weston 1 BEST, Prahran Assumption: J. Hogarth, A. O’Hare, B. Kenny, M. Laverty, T. Webb, B. Field Williamstown CYMS: M. Cavarra, J. Gialamatzis, J. MacKenzie, A. Thompson, S. Barlow, F. Henry

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DIVISION 2

Brenton Mann

@BrentyMann

THERE’S NO TOMORROW So now it’s down to two. The best performed sides of 2014 and the two most deserving. It is one feat to make the finals; it’s a whole different feat to perform in them. The pressure rises, not just on the barometer, but around the footy as well. The time and space enjoyed by some players during the year, is reduced to playing in a phone-box. It’s about winning critical one-on-ones.

Controlling the ball offensively and being fanatical defensively, matches are defined by a tackle; a shepherd; a spoil or a mere Matthew Scarlett toepoke on the ball. The little things count more than ever. Role players are viewed as heroes, while stars are revered as legends. Reputations are enhanced or diminished with a single act. Its trench warfare and the sides willing to scrap and fight to the death generally succeed. The player that’s willing to put their head over the ball, to put their body in places it shouldn’t be and sacrifice their welfare are treasured.

This is why players and coaches alike put the extra yards in over the arduous summer months. Games like this are what drives players during those biting nights at training and what keeps players coming back, year after year. The quest for success is what drives athletes of all sports, it’s embedded and until achieved a senses of unfinished business lingers.

It stays with coaches and players as they vow to improve over the offseason, and to conquer that final hurdle next year. In Grand Finals, structures and order that coaches abide by get thrown out the window and chaos ensues. Glory can hinge on a single act, and elation be smothered by misery.

After losing to St Mary’s Salesian a week prior, Kew’s fate rest in its own hands, but Old Eltham were not going to lie down. The Turtles beat the Bears earlier in the year, and after dismantling Old Paradians their confidence was sky high. Their physicality and intent was evident from the start, a trait which they sustained for the entire match.

The jumped the Bears, and even after conceding the first goal, the Turtles had the better of the

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opening term.

The Bears adjusted their approach to suit the conditions in the second and reversed and one goal deficit into a one goal lead at the main change. The Turtles were not going to go quietly and came out firing in the third. In a low scoring affair, their hardness around the footy allowed them to stay in the contest and found themselves up by three points at ¾ time.

The final quarter was set-up for a match-winner.

Someone to drag their team on their back and carry them over the line. A touch of brilliance can turn a final in your favour and break the hearts and backs of the opposition. Bears’ spearhead Andrew Brazzale did just that. He showed last year and again during this year that he’s a “big game” player and his performance on the weekend was nothing short of outstanding. Even though he was well held for most of the day, he shone like a beacon and lit up the last quarter. Kew kicked five goals to two in the last and secured victory by 14 points. Brazzale’s seven goal haul led the Bears into their second successive Grand Final and with that promotion into Div 1 in 2015.

For Old Eltham they will be bitterly disappointed, but weren’t disgraced by any stretch. They gave everything they had but sometimes class is simply intangible. After winning their first final in sometime they’ll hit the summer months with a steely resolve and a hunger for redemption.

How much can we take away from two weeks ago? St Mary’s Salesian has the form side of the second half of the year but were 0–2 against Kew before their semi-final encounter. They went into that clash on top of their game with redemption in mind. The fact they hadn’t beaten the Bears was that one glitch in their year to date.

Question marks still lingered about their ability to perform away from home, and whether Kew had their measure...well they put pay to both. They won that clash with upmost ease as Kew barely

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gave a whimper. Did they get the Bears on a bad day or are they peaking at the right time of year as the Bears begin to wane. These questions will be answered at 5pm as one team will be jubilant in celebration as the other suffers in anguish.

The debate about whether it’s an advantage to have the week off to rest and recuperate is or whether the team that gets to the big dance the long way having felt defeat already against their opponents will be answered as well. Kew and St Mary’s both play a similar style, have similar structures and will know each other inside out.

In grand finals there’s also the opportunity to be unpredictable and throw a “spanner in the works”, to change up structurally to try and gain the upper-hand. Then again, being predictable is what good sides do. I’m of the opinion that both Jess Sinclair and Ian Aitken will be about sticking to the tried the tested.

The ease at which St Mary’s Salesian won the semi may be just the mental edge they need to get over the line. Or Kew may have learnt the lessons needed to come back from adversity and achieve back-to-back glory, my tip, Kew by 3 points DIVISION 2 — TIPS IN BOLD St Mary’s Salesian v Kew

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Kew 2.3, 5.5, 6.6, 11.7 (73) Old Eltham Collegians 3.3, 4.7, 6.9, 8.11 (59) GOALS, Kew: A. Brazzale 7, R. Maibaum 2, B. Droessler 1, P. Donaldson 1 Old Eltham Collegians: S. Whiteside 3, J. Laver 1, S. Ciavola 1, T. Woods 1, Z. Tranter 1, M. Hargrave 1 BEST, Kew: A. Brazzale, S. Bishop, J. Delbridge, K. Margaritis, P. Donaldson, B. Goodwin Old Eltham Collegians: M. Crooks, J. Galvin, S. Whiteside, B. Switkowski, B. Strongman, G. McCracken

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Ivanhoe 6.2, 11.3, 15.6, 19.10 (124) Kew 0.4, 2.7, 3.12, 7.18 (60) GOALS, Ivanhoe: B. Grigg 3, H. Post 3, B. Curtis 2, B. Jackson 2, W. Servinis 2, B. Zagontinos 2, M. Brazzale 2, M. Gleeson 1, D. Neilson 1, C. Robinson 1 Kew: C. Watts 2, W. Delbridge 2, M. Matheson 1, B. Van Leeuwen 1, J. O’Keefe 1 BEST, Ivanhoe: B. Jackson, J. Chazan, B. Curtis, M. Gleeson, B. Grigg, B. Fleming Kew: J. O’Keefe, W. Delbridge, M. Vlahos, A. Hawking, T. Norman, M. Smith

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DIVISION 3

Kris Neil

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DRAMA IN DIVISION 3 The Northern Blues earned their second consecutive VAFA Grand Final berth and with that promotion on Saturday by defeating Emmaus St Leos by one-point in a thrilling contest at Parade College’s Garvey Oval.

Emotions soared in the first against second affair as the jubilant Blues celebrated their victory post-siren while Alan Sutherland’s team were left to ponder their straight sets elimination from the Division 3 finals.

The Animal’s jumped the Blues’ early in the contest, kicking the first four goals of the game courtesy of strong presenting across half-forward from Ryan Harding and Nathan Baranello. Some clever work at the stoppages from Northern’s Tony Vuwai and Matthew Holmes allowed the Blues to claw their way back into the match, eventually steadying to control the tempo and take an eight-point lead into half-time. Inspired play from Daniel Hill (three goals) saw momentum swing back in favour of the Animal’s after the major break, with Leo Glover providing penetrating run and carry from halfback. The Blues then stunned the Animal’s by kicking two quick-fire goals to begin the final quarter, forcing Alan Sutherland to shift Harding from forward to defence and halt the run of play. Pressure continued to build on Emmaus as they failed to capitalise on a series of half-chances in their bid to overturn their onepoint deficit. Northern stubbornly held onto that slender lead in a heart-wrenching final five minutes and clenched victory.

Emmaus’ captain Paul Baranello (3 goals) did his utmost to will his side to win, nailing a left-footed last quarter goal from a stoppage to compliment an impressive highlight reel.

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Northern co-captain Dean Calcedo provided his team with an influence equal to the opposition captain, dancing around his opponents with ease off half-back to continue his fantastic finals campaign. Team of the year defender Reed Jepson proved his credentials in the backline by holding the competition’s leading goal-kicker Christopher Beluszar to just two majors. Jordan Hull and Olsen Clark assisted Jepson admirably in the backline, thwarting Emmaus’ scoring opportunities using a team-first mentality. Nic Robin and Tom Thorn were among the best players in the Animals final clash for 2014.

Richmond Central joined the Northern Blues in Division 2 next season and the Grand Final on Saturday by notching up their seventh consecutive victory in a nine-point win over Aquinas at Meade Reserve, Clayton. The Bloods held an 11-point advantage over the Snakes at the quarter time interval, however Richmond won every quarter from that point forward to slowly overcome Aquinas on the afternoon.

Aquinas were in a good position to win the match midway through the third term, before two late goals for Richmond before three quarter time gifted the Snakes the momentum.

Richmond Central took complete control of the match in the final quarter, registering just two goals from their 15 final quarter scoring shots. Aquinas could only manage three shots on goal in the last term as their spot in the grand final slowly drifted away. Ricky Costanzo and Karl Schoenmaekers were pivotal for the Snakes, accumulating plenty of possessions to be among Richmond’s best players in the match. Woody Bucci was the star of the show for Richmond, kicking five of their 11-goals for the contest in a clinical display. Outside of

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Bucci, six individual goal-scorers assisted the Snakes, including Thomas Thurwood and Sam Brown. For Aquinas, captain Leigh Toomey and Matthew Kershaw were both gallant in defeat from their respective positions. Joseph and Nicholas Morrison-Storey were also at their consistent best, rebounding well across halfback for a large portion of the match. The game was only the second time the two sides have met this season.

PREVIEW In a grand final match-up a scribe could only dream of, the Northern Blues will need to overcome their bogey side Richmond Central to sketch their name in VAFA folklore and earn back-to-back premierships. Northern suffered just four defeats throughout season 2014, two of which came at the hands of the Snakes in rounds 3 and 14 respectively. While The Blues are currently riding the high of a six game

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Richmond’s team of the year ruckman Dane Roy was named as the second best player in both of their meetings against the Blues. Woody Bucci and Luke Carland have been the Snakes main threat in front of goal, combining for ten goals across those two contests. For the Blues, Damon Marcon’s five goal haul in Round 14 will give the Snakes plenty to think about alongside the form of rebounding defender Daniel Wakim in defensive fifty. The elements of run and carry should be in full effect at the spacious Garvey Oval for Northern, while the in-and-under style of finals football should favour the maturebodied Richmond. Get a good vantage point from the boundary line because this game is set to be a beauty.

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Northern Blues 3.3, 8.11, 11.14, 13.17 (95) Emmaus St Leos 4.2, 8.3, 13.6, 14.10 (94) GOALS, Northern Blues: T. Vuwai 3, L. McRedmond 2, M. Cigagna 2, J. King 2, N. Parkes 1, J. Phelan 1, D. Marcon 1, J. Warwick 1 Emmaus St Leos: D. Hill 3, P. Baranello 3, C. Beluszar 2, A. McDougall 2, R. Harding 2, B. Ellis 1, L. Virgo 1 BEST, Northern Blues: T. Lehmann, D. Wakim, L. McRedmond, J. Warwick, P. Sansonetti, N. De Andrade Emmaus St Leos: N. Robin, T. Thorn, P. Baranello, L. Glover, D. Hill, A. Ballard Richmond Central 1.5, 5.8, 9.12, 11.25 (91) Aquinas 3.4, 6.8, 10.9, 12.10 (82) GOALS, Richmond Central: W. Bucci 5, P. Holland 1, A. Fiske 1, S. Brown 1, T. Thurwood 1, S. Ward 1, S. Bugeja 1 Aquinas: J. Perrett 2, S. Williams 2, M. Kershaw 2, L. Toomey 1, P. Jurkovsky 1, T. Niezen 1, C. Cormack 1, M. Jess 1, N. Morrison-Storey 1 BEST, Richmond Central: R. Costanzo, S. Brown, K. Schoenmaekers, T. Thurwood, D. Holland, W. Bucci Aquinas: M. Jess, L. Toomey, M. Kershaw, L. Barnes, N. Morrison-Storey, J. Morrison-Story

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winning streak coming into this match, their last loss was against the Snakes by 25-points in round 14. Richmond’s streak spans back one week longer back to a one-goal loss to Emmaus in round 13.

DIVISION 3 RESERVE

UHS-VU 2.0, 5.2, 5.5, 9.6 (60) La Trobe University 2.4, 2.8, 4.12, 6.18 (54) GOALS, UHS-VU: M. Sweeney 3, R. Dickson 3, W. Moon 2, L. McCartney 1 La Trobe University: B. Dowler 2, M. Steiner 1, J. Hickey 1, M. Burrowes 1, S. Marchitto 1 BEST, UHS-VU: A. Thomasse, T. Wingad, A. Davison, R. Dickson, W. Moon, C. Certo La Trobe University: M. Pearson, S. Woollard, S. Marchitto, J. Lasslett, G. Lingham, M. Steiner Richmond Central 4.1, 7.4, 11.6, 13.11 (89) Power House 0.2, 2.4, 4.7, 5.9 (39) GOALS, Richmond Central: N. Cannon 4, J. Munro 2, J. Sharp 2, T. Nunn 2, J. Ruwoldt 1, A. Fraser 1, M. Skinner 1 Power House: E. Edwards 2, C. Barratt 1, S. Circosta 1, D. Buckley 1, T. O’Sullivan 1 BEST, Richmond Central: J. Ruwoldt, T. Nunn, M. Croker, E. Cotter, N. Cannon, B. McGoldrick Power House: P. Mackney, D. Mitchell, N. Moresi, A. Reynolds, S. Circosta, T. O’Sullivan

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DIVISION 4

Ryan ‘Hammy’ Goodman

@HandsomeHammyG

GRAND FINAL BATTLE OF THE BIRDS Kim and Kanye are in the country, there’s another Royal Baby on the way and saucy celebrity photo’s have been leaked from the cloud, but the biggest story this week is that the Division 4 Grand Final will be a battle of the birds. The two sides that have set the standard for Division 4 throughout the 2014 season, Hawthorn and West Brunswick, are set to slug it out for Premiership glory at Meade Reserve this Saturday. An incredible first season in the VAFA came to a close for Canterbury after they fizzled out in the final term. Whilst they are bound to be disappointed with the way they finished off their campaign, they have to be happy with the way they went about the season. Their exciting brand of football has been a talking point in Division 4 this year.

A top four finish in their first season is a big tick for the Cobras, but a promotion to Division 3 will have to wait for at least another twelve months.

A tightly contested opening to the game saw Canterbury take the lead into the first break.

The lead changed hands but it was still an arm wrestle at the main interval. West Brunswick knew the Cobras were going to burst out of the blocks, just like they have for most of the season, however they felt confident that if they were in the mix at half time they would be able to outlast their opposition.

Much to West Brunswick’s surprise, Canterbury kept coming in the third quarter and stole the lead heading into the final term. Throughout the Cobra onslaught, gallant defensive efforts from Ralph Tozel, Jake Taylor, Warwick Baker and team of the year back pocket Corey Bull weathered the storm for the Pies. The Cobras were the far better side in the third quarter, but as has been the case in weeks gone by inaccurate kicking and missed opportunities would come back to bite them late in the game.

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another level in the last quarter. Tighter structure and smarter decision making through the middle of the ground saw the ball find its way towards Jack Nulty and Pat Carrol who both kicked steadying goals. At the other end of the ground, the Cobras were strangled, only able to register one score for the quarter, a behind. At the final siren, it was West Brunswick the victors by a comfortable margin.

Canterbury have played a brand of football all season that can prove to be extremely damaging, but also gives the opposition a chance. On this occasion West Brunswick’s consistent, measured approach ensured that they took their chance when it presented.

The Pies’ issue when meeting the Hawks has been an inability to play out four quarters. In the last two weeks however, they have done exactly that.

They have every right to feel confident heading Whilst West Brunswick haven’t beaten the high flying Hawks this season, they have drawn the margin closer each time they have played them. Their intensity in week one of the finals was impressive and served as a reminder to Hawthorn that Premiership glory is far from a certainty for them. The question will be whether the Pies can produce another competitive display having involved themselves in two tight contests over the past two weekends. By the same token, perhaps a week off has disturbed the momentum of the Hawks who have been unstoppable this season and will be desperate to ensure their record remains unblemished.

That said it would take a brave punter to bet against Luke Mather’s boys in this week’s Grand Final. Eight team of the year members in key positions all across the ground and unrivalled depth in their club would suggest that the silverware is set to make its way into the Hawks nest this weekend. West Brunswick have kept DIVISION 4 — TIPS IN BOLD Hawthorn v West Brunswick

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Hawthorn’s David Tremewen goes forward when the sides last met in week 1 of the finals. Photo Credit: John Stapleton

improving all year and I’m expecting them to make a good contest of this one. Their defenders are in solid form at the right time of the year and they look to be the competition’s only defensive unit who are a realistic chance of keeping

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The afternoon is set to be a blockbuster with both sides’ reserves facing off in their Grand Final in the curtain raiser. In the big dance, I’m tipping Hawthorn by 12 points.

PRELIM FINAL

West Brunswick 2.3, 6.7, 7.7, 11.12 (78) Canterbury 3.2, 5.5, 8.7, 8.8 (56) GOALS, West Brunswick: J. Nulty 3, C. Germon 1, Z. Tisdale 1, N. Mitchell 1, P. Carroll 1, A. Gibson 1, M. Simpson 1, M. Handscombe 1, J. Taylor 1 Canterbury: T. Eckersley 3, L. Chapman 2, A. Baker 2, B. Johnson 1 BEST, West Brunswick: R. Touzel, W. Baker, J. Nulty, Z. Tisdale, L. Martin, J. Taylor Canterbury: R. Walmsley, H. Giles, T. Nichols, B. Peel, J. Gillen, M. Higgins

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Hawthorn’s sharp shooters in check.

DIVISION 4 RESERVE

Hawthorn 2.0, 5.2, 7.3, 12.8 (80) Manningham Cobras 3.1, 4.1, 8.2, 9.3 (57) GOALS, Hawthorn: D. Lauletta 4, M. Laing 2, P. O’Callaghan 1, X. Hallam 1, C. Bilton-Gough 1, S. Moussi 1, T. Bowler 1, M. Brotherstone 1 Manningham Cobras: V. Dislakis 2, B. Carman 2, M. Woodhouse 2, C. Arman 1, A. Egan 1, A. McDill 1 BEST, Hawthorn: C. Bilton-Gough, J. Perks, X. Hallam, N. Martin, A. Loke, T. Bowler Manningham Cobras: C. Sheehan, A. Bullen, V. Dislakis, A. Egan, M. Woodhouse, B. Mc Hugh

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PREMIER - PRELIMINARY FINAL 2:15pm Saturday 13 September - Sportscover Arena

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 25 26 27 28 30 31 32 33 34

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COLLEGIANS

Coach: Anthony Rock Assistants: Matt O’Connor, Tim Harvey, Chris Davis, Simon Atkins, Gary Mcintyre

Coach: Mark Hibbins, Darren Baxter Assistant: Matt James

Daniel Riley Ryan Schroder Alex Mcleod Tom Sullivan Adam Bentick (VC) Jake Bevanda Michael Angel Nathan Kazuro Ben Considine Brenton Garth Sam Fleming Chris Peart Tom Duyndam Nick Cooke Luke Madden Mitch Hannan Glenn Chivers Alex Singleton Andrew Merrington Shaun Clarke Tom Overman Simon Caven Jacob Forder Tom Russell Tom Gleeson Chad Jones Jack Gay James Weir Peter Le Noury Tom Caven (C) David Wall Nick Burgin

36 37 38 40 41 43 44 48 49 50 52 55 56 57 58

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Brad Cooper Pat Macdonough Isaac Madden Joshua Madden Jake Calvert Matt Borzillo Chris Hughes James Bennie Luke Sullivan Pat Gamwell Jesse Manunzio Jayden Malseed Jake Van Meel Zach O’Halloran Luke Scerri

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Alexander Croft Charlie Holst Nick Ries Andrew Scott Gareth Jones Shura Taft Julian Eimutis James Jorgensen Simon Hall Sebastian Evans Matthew Barton Courtney Hylton (VC) Trent Zimbachs (C) Tim Phillips Hunter Pool Nathan Giles Wil Tardif V Capt William Pocknee James Kondarovskis Matthew Singleton Tom Penberthy James Dunn Josh Kamener Lindsay Apted Sam Hibbins Harry Croft Nick Corp Andrew Howison Chris Jesaueluk Dominic Russo Alistair Fahie Billy Riddle Charlie Simmons Nick Bobeff

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1 2 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 17 18 23 24 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 41 42 43 44 47

ST BERNARDS

UNIVERSITY BLACKS

Coach: Chris Davis Assistants: Gary Mcintyre, Terry Davis

Coach: Xavier Moloney Assistants: Brad Copleand, Andrew Else, Tyson Roberts

Daniel Riley Ryan Schroder Owen Mcintyre Jacob Bevanda Justin Evans Ben Considine Brenton Garth Sam Fleming Chris Peart Tom Duyndam Luke Madden Jake Van Meel Jarrod Gill Jake Forder Alex Boyse Jack Gay Jack Fraser James Weir Peter Le Noury Jake Wright David Wall Nick Burgin Jack Saundry Brad Cooper Pat Macdonough Isaac Madden Ben Peart Jake Calvert Adrian Corsetti Daniel Segrave Awan Zeeshan Caleb Forder

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59 71 72 73 80

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James Bennie Luke Sullivan Pat Gamwell Jesse Manunzio Jayden Malseed Zach O’halloran Luke Scerri (C)

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Timothy Howie Jim Wilson Scott Myers (C) Harry King Bart Mill Lachlan Devine Jackson Roder Lachlan Huntington Peter Aitken David Cooper Justin Crameri Tom Howgate Robert Humann Isaac Anderson Trent Storer Scott Dadswell Angus Locke Xavier Flanagan Jordan Foster James Bismire Ben Kealy Mitchell Aitken Ben Vile Tom Brennan Alex Williamson Cameron Turner Sean Butler Stephen Judson Peter Markworth James Champion de Crespigny Sam Aldous Jordan Qualie Benjamin Clarke Matthew Johns

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PREMIER B - GRAND FINAL 2:30pm Sunday 14 September - Sportscover Arena

1 2 3 4 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 16 17 18 19 20 23 24 25 26 28 28 30 31 32 33 34 38 39 45 52 55 59 78

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OLD CAREY

Coach: Quinton Gleeson Assistants: James Walker, Andrew Lowcock, Huw Flanagan Reserves: Bob Girdwood

Coach: Glenn Cox Assistants: Dave Wright, Justin Seabury, James Wagner, Nicholas Thompson

Cam Williams Jack Townley (VC) Matt Hart Marshall Rippon Marc James Jeremy Mugavin Tim Blakey Pete Summers Hugh Vickers-Willis Jack Watts (C) Tom Girdwood Paddy Hayes Rich Langham Dan Zambon Matt Torney Dom Nixon Sean Carr Will Cunningham Angus Nice Jack Maxwell George Curnow Paddy Gardiner Angus Ford James Van de Pol Riley McMahon Tom MacKenzie Will Hartnell Ryan Eade Dirk Heinz Damien Barton Josh Caldow Llewyn Butler Jamie Mugavin Ed Ratcliffe

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Steven Freemantle Ben Smithwick Jacob Murphy Joel Rice (co-VC) Ryan Bongetti Tom Roach Mathew Laidlaw Glen Parker James Courtot Alistair Stewart-Holmes Jarrod Reid (co-VC) Col Crowther Andrew Sloan James Murrie Lachlan McQueen-Miscamble Cameron Howat (C) Jack Joslin Cameron Jones (co-VC) Brett De Leijer Lachlan Macleod Harry Moore Alistar Reed Nick Richardson Blake Fordham Patrick Cremean Rhett Mitchelhill

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5 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 17 21 25 32 33 34 35 36 37 39 40 41 42 43 45 49 52 59 60 61 66 75 82 83

ST KEVINS

UNIVERSITY BLUES

Coach: Kornel Dachs Assistants: Will Browne

Coach: Bob Girdwood Assistant: Dan Hayter

James Dimattina 84 Jarrod Nash 85 Anthony Kirwan Joshua Gabelich Julian Staffieri Anthony White Elliot Waldron Nick McArdle Patrick Keely James Grinter Joshua Taylor Patrick Aughton Francis Keely Lachlan Nankervis Daniel Kerr Jack Weber Julian Gambaro Patrick McLennan (CC) Manny Dolan Luke McDonell Hamish Townsend Anthony Giarrusso Tom McPherson Matt Nolan Ricky Caldow Tom Hickey Dylan Wissell Tom Johnstone Hamish McPherson Liam Dunne (CC) Nelson Pryor James Marchesani Adam Fenech Dylan Emmons Antony Keely

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3 4 8 13 16 17 18 21 22 26 27 34 35 36 37 39 40 41 42 43 45 46 48 50 51 53 56 57 58 59 60 61 66

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Alex Schipp Andy Wettenhall Henry Weddell Tom Girdwood (C) Sam Henry Rich Langham Dan Zambon Al Evans Jordan Brown Jack Maxwell Hugo Steinfort Will Hartnell James Coumans David Withers Tom Foott Dirk Heinz Henry Hanlon Jack Rutherford Jack Wood Bennett Merriman (VC) Damien Barton Mick Steinbach Hugh Evans George Chisholm Daniel McFarlane Cam McDonald Jason Cowland Jack Heinz Ed Long Jamie Mugavin Darcy Del Rio Ed Sinnott Dan Gumley

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73 78 79 80

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Jesse Pardo Ed Ratcliffe Bernie Chomley Tom Kerr

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PREMIER B THIRDS - PRELIMINARY FINAL 9:30am Sunday 14 September - Sportscover Arena

1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 17 18 19 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 37 38 39 41 42 44 45 46 53

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ST KEVINS

Coach: Shane Healy Assistants: Jack Curtis, Tony Franklin Team Manager: James Wilkinson

Coach: Ben Marchesani

Nick Gazdowicz Benjamin Lyon Nick Sharkey Sam McClure Darcy Cotchett Matt Sitch James Forrest Zebe Haupt Nick Sitch Elliot Pittito Tim Fenton Sam Grigg Patrick Monti Tim Dillon Sam Franklyn Nathan Drummond Benjamin Smith John Donohoe Ben Dalbosco Vincent Crisafi Matthew Owen Daniel Barry Jack Silk Harrison Truelove James Samartzis Anthony Ongarello James O’Sullivan Charlie Denton Ben Steedman Will Ralph Nicholas Nunan Anthony Dickinson Marek Pietrzak

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Samuel Schneider Thomas Soultanakis Luke Kenyon (C) David McFarlane William Hartley Alexander Peloza Fraser Coloe Thomas Marchesani Martin Coloe Jordan Anthony Christopher McPherson Luke McDonell Michael O’Neill Matthew Trounce James Mustey John Griffiths Benjamin Omizzolo Timothy Sharpe Thomas Johnston Charles Randles Thomas Crookes (VC) Patrick Murphy John Liston Hamish McPherson Raymond Short Nicholas Marchesani Samuel Constantinou Brendan Cooke Benjamin Marchesani Adam Fenech Richard Durham Dylan Emmons

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PREMIER C - GRAND FINAL 2:30pm Saturday 13 September - Trevor Barker Oval

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 14 15 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 26 27 29 31 32 35 41 42 46 49 51 52 56

HAMPTON ROVERS

PARKDALE VULTURES

Coach: Guy Martyn Assistants: Owen Lalor, Steve Kennedy & Steven Kidd Team Manager: Tim Wilson

Coach: Sam Radford Assistants: Corey Stephens, Mark Haynes, Ben Hampton Team Manager: John Noonan Runner: Tim Scott-Brannigan

Leigh Fletcher (C) Mark Devereaux (VC) Rory Lynch Kyle Pinto (VC) Stuart Burggraaff Nathan Smith Jesse Lovig (VC) Daniel Corp Matthew Care Guy Martyn Ben Traeger-Haig Harry Hill Josh Schmitz Christian Carnovale Tim Jones Thomas Rowse Jack Toouli Jay Ting Charlie Miles Richard Atkins Adam McNeil Samuel Clements Josh Verlin Jesse Donald Ed Turner Joshua McPherson Jay Dillon Nick Taylor Charlie Kelso Nigel Bloomfield Jack Lloyd Josh Pavlou Kyal McNeil Cameron Sharp

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1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 23 24 25 26 28 29 30 31 32 34 35 36 37 38 39

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Nathan Papatsanis Sam Chitty Liam Platt Michael Graham Daniel Price Brett Hampton Charlie Dillon Michael Meyer Christopher Welch Robert Swayn Claye Tobin Matthew Ryan Jack Edwards Sean Hendricks Paul Sullivan Mark Kidner Stephen Sullivan Luke Morgan Shaun Chapman Timothy Boland (C) Zeke Mccarthy Jackson Boland Nathan Ng Jesse Balic Kurt Lopo Thomas Redmond Jarryd Capiron Dylan Glascott Chad Ryan James Le Breton Reid Irvine Jake Stent-Powell Robert Meade William Mcgowan

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3rd

41 42 47 49 56 57

Andrew Thompson Lewis Emmerson Darcy Ballard Mac O’donnell Jessie Waters Guy Crilley

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PREMIER C RESERVE - GRAND FINAL 12:00pm Saturday 13 September - Trevor Barker Oval

1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 11 12 15 20 21 22 23 25 27 28 33 34 35 36 38 41 42 43 45 52 54 55 56 57 58 61

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PEGS FC

Coach: Tony White Assistant: Ken Wood Team Manager: John Noonan Runner: Peter Fatouros Timekeeper: Ian Thomas

Coach: Stuart Dale

Thomas Mclennan Patrick Lee Max Nixon Matthew Hayes (VC) Christopher Welch Adam Knight Kris Little Timothy Kight (C) Steven Rzek Claye Tobin Michael O’Connor Shaun Chapman Lucas Thomas Daniel Mccarthy Daniel Atkins Jackson Boland Mitchell Todd Jesse Balic Mark Ferguson Chad Ryan James Le Breton Reid Irvine Robert Meade Andrew Thompson Lewis Emmerson James Lay Dean Kelly Daniel Graham Robert Heaney Shane Jones Jessie Waters Sam L’huillier Jackson Harris Anthony White

59 Jackson Dunstan 62 Chris Giossis 72 Ben Wapling

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1st

Andrew Frazer Matt Semini Ryan Richardson Daniel Ryan Chris Tzambazis James Lenhart Brent Glassford Hayden Federico Mitch Miller Daniel Roscoe Dale Phelan Jackson Marr Andrew Baddeley Jake Barrett Jarad Rogers (VC) Aaron Bell Daniel Rowland Jesse Saunders Nick Karikakas Luke Schultz Michael Fahey Liam Fitzgerald Stuart Tibbitts Dean Podger Liam Sutawon Jack Clarke Ben Briggs (VC) Dave Bianchi Matthew Nola Dylan Anderson Jake Barrett Blake Anderson (C) Andrew Khallouf

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16 22 27 31 32 33 34 36 38 42 45 50 51 52 53 55 56 59 60 61 62 63 64 67 68 69 70 71 72 75

ST MARY’S SALESIAN

ST KEVINS

Coach: Luke Antoniades Assistant: Tim Kelly

Coach: Jarrod McMaster

Nick Jane Nick Alexopoulos (C) Dylan Cropley Xavier Leonard Matthew Carlson Tom O’Brien Tom Clancy Will Marshall Lewis Hawkins Alex Bussell Matthew Maschette Nick Pappos Anthony Castle Mitch Op’t Hoog Chris McMahon Jack Sutherland Joe El Fahkri Sam Garlepp Andrew Morris Francis Ravida James Gallus Hamish Mellville Alex De Vries Lachlin Pattison Scott Walton Ben Glover Sean Crilly James Barrie Lachlin Power Nick Ludwig

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76 77 85 87 98

10 15 19 23 26 29 31 32 33 34 36 38 41 42 44 46 47 48 51 53 54 57 58 61 62 65 72 76 92 96 132

Nick Beks John Vanderbyl Lachlin Rose Adam Ong Herman Rockerfeller

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Troy McMaster (C) Michael Davy James Betlehem Tom Lewin Jackson Ritchie Liam Carroll Daniel Lattanzio Daniel Kerr Scott Kaiser Jack Ryan Jack Howell Nick Wald Brendan Smart Matt Nolan Jack Murphy-Cruise Dominic Losciavo Liam Clancy William Doble Michael Moore Dolan Bourke Harry Murphy-Cruise Joe Frazer Nick Ciurleo Nelson Pryor James Montgomerie Darragh Kelly Patrick Rhodes Macaulay Edwards Tomas Ryan Mitch Austin Sean Reid

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DIVISION 1 - GRAND FINAL 2:30pm Sunday 14 September - Garvey Oval

1 3 5 6 7 8 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 23 25 26 27 28 32 33 34 36 40 43 45 46 47 57 63

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THERRY PENOLA

Coach: Mathew Montebello Assistant: Michael Johnstone

Coach: Denis Castaldi Assistants: Bernie Carter / Paul McCann / Stephen Boyle

Matthew John Matthew Carland Callum Richards Russell Ackerly Jack Gray (VC) Fin Adamson Nic Holdsworth Tim Murphy Sean McVernon Dan Calman-Orr Ben Deller Phillip Johnson Luke Molan Nicholas Ebinger Kurt Scown Ash Heaver Ben Coram Joel Hogarth Steven Puhar Ryan Danaher Ben Gray (C) Nicholas Walsh Nathan Bratby Cameron Oates Jason Benchich Chris Cini Darcy Weston Robert Chan Ryan Joy Thomas Johnstone

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1st

Paul Edwards Adam Marangon Jarrod Bannister Michael Sullivan Ben Harding Joel Costello Corey Bannister Justin Crotty Brenton Egglestone Jarrod Egglestone (C) Jarryd Hanlon Darcy Grant Matt Heard Matt Lyons Matt Reynolds Ben Ratcliffe Matt Costello Darcy Ryan Luke Reynolds Jerome White Brock Egglestone Hayden Rowe Matt Marangon Mark Vallenti Nic Milevski Michael Pell

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PRAHRAN ASSUMPTION

Coach: Lee Hollow Assistant: Anthony McAuliffe

Coach: Joshua Ancrum Assistant: Ash Parsons

Ray Steer Eugene Benson Jimmy Stefanou Sean O’Sullivan Joel Quinn (VC) Chris Bryceson John Humphrey Matt Reynolds Luke Reynolds Sam Bye Lucas Ryan Dale Angus (C) Connor Kilbane Daniel McCracken Jacob Gough Adrian Ractliffe Darrell Blake Matt Marangon Dane McKibbin Damien Ractliffe Tom Robertson Mitch Trimble Andreas Nicolaou Jake Mennuni Glen Widdicombe Peter McCrae Jarryd Ellis Jake Butson Sam Layton Michael Pell Marc Salerno Scott Robertson

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55 56 58 61 64 68 69 72

Drew LeRoy Sam Calafore Jarrod Molloy Chris Bryceson James Coutts Luke Lentini Ben Budiono Billy Campisi

1 5 9 10 11 12 16 17 19 23 24 30 31 32 33 35 36 38 39 40 41 42 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 53

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John Rice Rick Ellis Tim Webb David Cupples Adam Hall Josh Ancrum Anthony Denaro Ash Dean Tom Matherson Matt Laverty (C) Michael Bremner Michael Radywonik Tom Candy William Candy Reece Cohalan Neville Haynes Ed Delahenty Aran O’Hare Anthony Talbot Josh Hogarth Ash Forbes Luke Kerr Brett Kenny Liam Shellard Sammy Durnam Brent Field (VC) Gian Marino Raph Delacruz David Quirk Jayden Williams Ollie Hagen

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Nicholas Giofre Matt Sampson Hus Pitts Hunter Watkin Liam Burton

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DIVISION 2 - GRAND FINAL 2:30pm Saturday 13 September - Casey Fields

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ST MARY’S SALESIAN

KEW

Coach: Jess Sinclair Assistant: Leigh Webster

Coach: Ian Aitken Assistants: Scott Norman, Jason Innes

Ben Semmler-Farr Brett Gatehouse (C) Luke Childs Tom Whittle Heath Chipperfield Sid Jones Ben Andrews Nick Baum Josh Tanner Alastair Dwyer Cameron Butler Jos Op’t Hoog Jason Dickinson Jackson Strangward James Rogers Louis Holmes Mitchell Adam Harry Angley Kyle Buchanan Nick Curwood Nick Latsas Daniel Weetra Braedon McLean Jacob Kenyon Liam Kelly Kyle Duerden Tim Dudgeon Ben Porteous Jackson Finlay

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Corey Quinlaven

2

Jack Delbridge

3

Andrew Brazzale (VC)

4

Paul Brough (VC)

5

Michael Matheson

7

Tom Ahern

8

Michael Cochrane (C)

9

Michael Henderson (VC)

10

Jeremy Fultheim

12

Jett Guerin

13

Tom Leeds

16

Billy Shute

17

Sam Bishop

18

Kyle Margaritas

19

Darcy Spencer

21

William Balme

23

Josh O’bryan

26

Timothy Allman

28

Blake Goodwin

29

Ned Rohrt

33

Robert Maibaum

36

Max Waters

42

Zach Jones

51

Julian Dammenhayn

65

Brandon Drossler

84

Paul Donaldson

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IVANHOE

Coach: Damian Sutherland Assistants: Alan Martello, Erwin Leyden

Coach: Peter Rawley Assistant: Luke Vaughan

Jake Evans Ben Semmler Farr Scott Gatehouse Luke Childs Anthony Murphy (C) Jono McCoy Stefan Gusts Nick Jane Jason Dickinson Nick Alexopoulos Andrew Baird Mitch Adam Div Rajkumar Harry Angley Matthew Curtin Xavier Leonard Dylan Gook Kyle Buchanan Lewis Hawkins Ananth Pathirana Henry Wong Kyle Duerden Billy Anderson Chris McMahon Ben Kelly Jack Sutherland Francis Ravida Cameron Rose Ben Porteous Tom Gowers

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86 Shaun Brown 91 Mick Kruze

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Sebastion Conley Stefan Bettiol James Scoble William Servinis Edward Paynter Matthew Ioannou Marc Brazzale Jack Chazan Blake Curtis Matthew Gleeson John Benson Josh Nott Paul Walter Harry Post Charlie Robinson Billy Zagontinos Peter Ford Ryan Close James Jones Steven Graham Ben Grigg Alex Biaggini David Neilson Boban Bozanic Connor Mitchell Bill Jackson Andrew Dimopoulos Patrick Benson Dylan Craig-Darroch Luke Vaughan (C) Alex Diorietes James Clayton

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51 52 54 56 59 64 69 71

Ben Flemming Daniel Diakoumakos Josef Lagreca James Trescowthick Karl Jackson Daniel Adams Joe Mazzocca Matthew Tickell

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NORTHERN BLUES

RICHMOND CENTRAL

Coach: George Wakim Assistants: Zan Useinov, Peter Hackney

Coach: Marcus Goonan Assistants: Shannon Collins, Tim Hunt

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Lachlan Holmes Nicholas De Andrade Damon Marcon Daniel Wakim Samuel Maatouk Lachlan McRedmond Jordan Hull Dean Calcedo (C) Olsen Clark Jay Phelan Todd Beames (C) Reed Jepson Matthew Holmes Nathan Parkes Alex Campbell Paul Sansonetti Mitchell Crowe Tony Vuwai Dustin Cunningham Christopher Beaty James Warwick Josh Sortino Sean Towers Thomas Evans Matthew Thompson Jacob Thompson Adrian Farchione Mark Cigagna James King Ty Lehmann

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Adam Fiske Sam Brown Ricky Costanzo (C) Woody Bucci Luke Carland (C) Nino Bucci Jacob Nicholson Joshua Sharp Will Grant Sam Demeo Daniel Cannon Cameron Pullen Patrick Boyle Steven Bugeja Karl Schoenmaekers Damien Holland Andrew Kelly Dane Roy Jamie Fenech Gerard Holland Nathan Anstey Paul Holland Sean Gales Stuart Ward Timothy Baker Timothy Nunn Ben Herbert Thomas Thurwood

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Coach: Tom Woodlock Assistant: Jim Woodlock

Coach: Joshua Sharp Assistant: Matthew Browne

Ross Dickson Anthony Milicevic Shane Cracknell Tom Woodlock Warren Smith Oscar Malyon Allan Soutaris Michael Young Chris Marchio Mitchell Sweeney (VC) Jacob Bullen Luke Mccartney Warren Moon Damien Begg Mark Roberts Cam Certo (C) Andrew Fortune Jack Saill Ben Ryan Ed Pearson Calvin Bartlett Hugh Lovell Chris Marchio Michael Turvey Robert Churkovich Daniel Walsh Shaquille Parker Jordan Ahmed Jesse Mcmeikan Andrew Bossie Andrew Davison Michael Mani Lewis Bainbridge

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Coach: Luke Mather Assistant: Al McPhee

Coach: Angus Hamilton Assistants: Aaron Thompson, Scott Hulm

Sam Gold Dean Monohan Aidan Beaton Kade Pargeter Paul Nunan Luke Morse Kayne Davies Guy Edmond Jason Ince Dave Tremewen Lachy Chapman James Perks Kyle Harrison Phil Avery Pat Spendlove Nath Raiti (C) Dave Pritchard Steve Gunn David Kennedy Jacob Campbell Tom Bowler Sean Stormonth Russel White James Ridley Shaun Howson Matt McNeill (VC) Steven Wintle

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HAWTHORN

Coach: Gus Campbell

Coach: Jarrod Ward/Paul O’Callahan

Matt McIntosh Craig Mitchell Dale Sheedy Russell George Shane Devers Paul Healy Mark Brookshaw Josh Melican Aaron Thompson Michael Handscombe Cody Wills Ben Shepherd Jack Macreadie-Smith Tim Ross Matt Harm Pat Walpole (VC) Hayden Lewis (VC) Declan Butorac Daniel Fitzpatrick Jason Hopkins Jack Hay Nathan Watts Tom Whiting Ben Lichtenstien (C) Sam Willesdorf Mark Langley Tom Crabtree Jacob Tennant Jason Tassone Sean Creek Tom Pollock Cassian Delsar Vincent Townsend Jerome Cubillo Andy Forbes Justin Van Niekerk Drew McInnes

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CLUB WAREHOUSE RISING STAR 2014 RISING STAR WINNER – ANTHONY SCOTT – OLD TRINITY Congratulations to Anthony Scott from Old Trinity who is the winner of 2014 VAFA Club Warehouse Rising Star.

Scott, 19, beat off stiff competition from a number of talented youngsters in their first year of VAFA football. He was voted as the winner by a panel for his consistent season playing on the wing for Old Trinity. Scott is the second player from Old Trinity to win the Rising Star award after his current skipper Brendan Iezzi won the award in 2007. Scott played every game in his first year at Old Trinity having been a member of the first XVIII at the school where the school team won one and lost one AGS Grand Final.

Whilst performing consistently over the course of the season – he was named in Old Trinity’s best on six occasions, Scott was recognised for his outstanding play in a number of matches, his classy left foot finishing seeing him feature on the highlight reel a number of times.

Scott also played 8 games at the Oakleigh Chargers last year and upon his arrival at Old Trinity in the preseason he immediately impressed all with his silky skills and hardness at the contest. Scott’s early season form saw him play well in Old Trinity’s senior practice matches before being selected for his debut in round 1 against St Bernard’s where he played well and made a solid contribution to the win.

Scott was exceptional on the wide wings of Sportscover Arena against Old Xaverians in round 2, running both ways to win plenty of possessions and continued to be hard at the contest and demonstrated his clean skills when in space. It was this performance that won him the nomination for the Club Warehouse Rising Star Award. When not playing football in the green and gold, Anthony is studying Arts at THE AMATEUR FOOTBALLER 2014

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Once again from everyone at the VAFA and Club Warehouse congratulate Anthony Scott on winning the 2014 Rising Star Award. Scott will be presented with his award at the Woodrow Medal and VAFA Awards Night next Wednesday at Crown.

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Geoff Reilley

@GeoffreyReilley

FINALS HISTORY 5 YEARS AGO – 2009 In D1 Section Rupertswood proved conclusively they were the best team with a win over a gallant Fitzroy, 12.18 to 9.11. The John Manton Medallist, Matt McPhee ran all day and fully deserved the best on ground award in the GF. Rupertswood’s 4.9 could well have sewn the game up at quarter time but Fitzroy were still in the game at half time although trailing by 22 points.

In D2 it was a bit of an upset as Williamstown defeated the favourites, Peninsula 15.9 to 9.18.

Peninsula did well in the first term to score 2.2 against the wind to Willy’s 6.4 and at three quarter time the Pirates were only 2 goals down. It was a disaster for Peninsula with the wind in the last with only 8 behinds whereas Williamstown kicked 3.4 to deservedly take the title.

Bentleigh won the D3 title against St Mary’s Salesian 13.23 to 10.18 and the poor shooting for goal was not surprising in the hot and windy conditions quite foreign to September in Melbourne. Bentleigh also won the reserve’s’ title.

10 YEARS AGO – 2004 MHSOB took out the C Section premiership with a resounding victory over Caulfield Grammarians, 14.12 to 6.11. MHSOB led from start to finish, holding the strong Caulfield forward line in check. Best: Campbell, Hogan, Svirskis, Bamert (4), Cassell, Limbrick (MHSOB) and Widjaja, Frater, Fallu, B Sinclair, Will, Carboni (CG).

Uni Blacks’ D1 Section GF win was well deserved, 15.7 to Banyule 9.5. Barry Hickey, D1 scribe, reminded us it was only the 4th time in D-D1 Section that a team had gone through undefeated. Double celebrations followed with their reserves also winning the flag. Best: M Kempton, Shaw, P Kempton, A Costello, S Price, Scarlett (Blacks) Williams, Gayfer, Wise, Taylor, Cantwell, Mutton (Banyule). The Blacks’ Bryce Shaw was the John Manton Medallist for his BOG performance.

Bulleen Temp won the D2 GF, 10.11 over Old Carey 4.8. Best: Chivers, Tehan, Hare, Pietryk, Clarke, Schneider (BT) and Everett, Trumbell, 42

Rossignolo, Parton, Munro, Campbell (OC). Greg Chivers (BT) was the Anthony Fellows Medallist.

20 YEARS AGO – 1994 Glenhuntly won the E Section flag over St John’s OC 12.6 to 8.7. Best Rafferty, Miller, Turner, Withers, Hill (6), Richards (Glenhuntly) and Rachelle, Back, Koppens, La Brooy (StJohns). Yarra Valley OB 16.10 were too strong for Oakleigh (12.9) in F Section and deserved their premiership. Best: Habben, M Simpson (7), B Simpson (YValley) and Motis, Nikakis, Cloke (Oakleigh).

30 YEARS AGO – 1984 The F Section Grand Final saw a runaway win by Williamstown CYMS over Preston MBOB 19.10 to 11.17. Best: Elliott (8), Cannon, Wade, Van Der Peet, Loxton (W) and Carey, Thompson, Hepburn (3), Pallini (P).

40 Years Ago – 1974 The E Section Grand final was a terrific contest with Fawkner coming from behind to defeat Old Geelong by the narrowest of margins 10.17 to 10.16. Best: M Stapleton, M Majerczak, G McMahon, (F) and Paton, Welbye, Hope (OG).

60 YEARS AGO – 1954 Parkside went through the season undefeated to win the C Section Grand Final over Old Xaverians 15.19 to 8.12. Parkside had been C Section runners-up twice before (1946 & 1951) and this season’s result was their highest to date in the VAFA. Teachers’ College won the D Section GF 5.10 to Fairfield 4.9. This was Teachers College’s best effort since their B Section win 1935!

80 YEARS AGO – 1934 Old Scotch met Uni Blacks in the A Section final.

Despite Scotch’s ascendancy during the season, the Blacks had gained confidence from their semi final win against Geelong and went on to beat Old Scotch 21.12 to 8.6. The inclement weather conditions were not conducive to freerunning football but the Blacks adapted much better. Scotch were hoping for better conditions the following week as they took up their right to challenge!

E.S & A Bank’s more accurate kicking was the main reason for their B Grade premiership against West Brunswick, 10.8 to 6.13. Ormond won the C Grade Grand Final 15.20 against North Old Boys 8.3.

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Read the full MEGT U19 Premier report on the VAFA iPad App – Available at the App store MEGT U19 Premier with John Donohoe @jdonohoe12 It was always going to be Bernard’s stayed strong to advance to the Grand a match to remember, St Final, winning by 16 points. St Bernard’s meet Bernard’s and Old Xaverians St Kevins on Sunday in the Grand Final. Woods, have played some absolute Wade and Considine were awesome and were belters over the past two integral to getting the Snowdogs across the seasons and this game was no line. The Xavs can hold their heads high, they exception. St Bernard’s started well kicking four were gallant and had a terrific year, and Coach goals in the first to the Xavs two and they kept Callinan had them well drilled and they will be that margin until the third. Then the fighting Old Xavs got back into the contest through the capable of big things in 2015. The Grand Final usual suspects in Cannon, Hannan, Midgely and has the makings of a classic, both have had Hess and were down by only four points with good wins against one another this year and at 6 minutes to play in the final term. It was an Trevor Barker we can look forward to another enthralling contest that lived up to preliminary enthralling contest. My tip for the big one? final hype. Despite the efforts of Old Xavs, SKOBs by 7 points.

U19 Section 2 Report @LewisEmmerson Old Trinity were never really unstoppable. Fellow teammate Sebastian challenged as they cruised to Nicolosi also snagged 3 big ones as the a 43-point win over Whitefriars Trinity forward line was just too dangerous at Bill Lawry Oval on Sunday. for a desperate Whitefriars backline. Besides The loss means Whitefriars Whitefriars solid opening term, there were few are out in straight sets after and far highlights in between. Jordan Koutsaplis finishing the season sitting on and Luke Sandy bagged 2 goals each and could top of the ladder. It’s a disappointing end to such hold their head high. a promising year. They couldn’t quite carry over their form throughout the season into the finals Next week is set up to be a beauty; University Blues v Old Trinity. It’s Trinity with the wood over and it inevitably cost them.

Uni Blues after winning both encounters during It’s hard to go past Trinity’s Alex Polidoros when the regular season. Despite this, Uni Blues will be you’re looking for the difference between the extremely confident and the week off will help two sides. He finished with 6 goals and looked immensely.

U19 Section 3 with Tom Connolly @tomconnolly15

Preliminary finals are notoriously tight matches however the U19 Section 3 prelim was anything but.

Marcellin took on Williamstown CYMS in the preliminary final to decide who would progress into the Grand Final, setting a date for Old Ivanhoe who were resting up. On a picture perfect day in Melbourne, Marcellin got the better start of the two teams getting a 5-goal head break in the first quarter and Williamstown could not cut the deficit for the rest of the game, going down by 31 points. Kicking for goal was Williamstown’s downfall, kicking 6.11 44

compared to Marcellin who kicked 12.6.

Burns was the leading scorer for the day kicking 6 for the Eagles while Di Roberto kicked 3 and for Williamstown Ebinger kicked 3 and Christakakis kicked 2. Jones for Marcellin put in a great showing all day and played a great finals game, whilst Dawson for Williamstown was best on for his team.

Now we turn attention to a great Grand Final with Marcellin taking on Old Ivanhoe. I would just like to congratulate all teams on the 2014 season it has been great to be able to write on such a great under 19’s competition. I wish the best of luck to both teams on the weekend and may the best team win.

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U19 North Anna O’Donnell

@annaod_

It was anyone’s game in the Preliminary Final between Wyndham Suns and St Bernard’s, but it was St Bernard’s who won by 36 points after a solid second half.

St Bernard’s started off slow, kicking just one goal in the first quarter, while Wyndham managed to kick four goals straight. After a good second quarter from St Bernard’s, the score was just one point the difference at half time. With important contributions from Isaacs, McNicol and Connelly - who kicked three goals - they managed to come out well on top after racing away in the final U19 South with Anna O’Donnell

It was Hampton Rovers who dampened any hopes that Oakleigh had of winning another junior premiership after beating them by 59 points. The Krushers had a nightmare of a game. The game looked relatively in the balance at half time, being only eight points different at the break - but it was all downhill for Oakleigh from thereon in. Oakleigh failed to convert a single goal in the second half of the game, with Benoiton being Oakleigh’s only goalkicker, kicking four for the day. Eight of the Rovers’ side contributed to their goal

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term. Firth and Notaro slotted three goals for St Bernard’s, while Wilson and Galley also conjured three for the Suns, and were among their most notable performers on the day. Although Wyndham were unable to get across the line to be in the running to win a premiership in their first year under the Wyngham name, they ought to be congratulated on a stellar season, winning a total of eleven games for the year. St Bernard’s will be now be getting prepared for what will prove to be a big game against Ivanhoe this weekend and will look to upset the top side at a neutral Trevor Barker Oval on Sunday, despite being unable to beat them this season. @annaod_

tally, while Fisher and Hodges were among the finest performed in their second final. After only losing three games for the year, Oakleigh will be dampened by a disappointing end to what has been a commendable season. Hampton have come off a solid run of nine wins and will be fired up after working hard in the latter half season to do enough to make the Grand Final from fourth position. Hampton Rovers will play Ormond this Saturday in a local grudge match. Rovers will hope to trouble Ormond who have sailed through to the final in search of a cherished premiership.

UNDER 19 North Ivanhoe v St Bernard’s

UNDER 19 Section 2 University Blues v Old Trinity

UNDER 19 Section 3 Old Ivanhoe v Marcellin

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RESULTS

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Under 19 Section 2

St Bernards 4.2, 5.3, 7.4, 12.6 (78) Old Xaverians 2.1, 3.4, 6.5, 9.8 (62) GOALS, St Bernards: J. Hedley 2, B. Ronke 2, E. Sibbald 2, M. Hughes 2, J. Riley 1, Z. O’Halloran 1, D. Colaco 1, P. Romano 1 Old Xaverians: T. Anderson 2, L. Fitzpatrick 2, D. Nash, M. Henderson , T. Wynne , L. Barry , O. Silk BEST, St Bernards: S. Woods, H. Wade, W. Considine, J. Hedley, M. DeLeur, B. Ronke Old Xaverians: M. Hess , L. Barry , T. Anderson , F. Nugent , D. Nash , O. Silk

Old Trinity 2.5, 5.11, 11.14, 14.18 (102) Whitefriars 2.2, 3.3, 5.5, 8.11 (59) GOALS, Old Trinity: A. Polidoros 6, S. Nicolosi 3, S. Joyce 2, H. Aikman 1, J. Nitsopoulos 1, S. Emerson 1 Whitefriars: L. Sandy 2, J. Koutsaplis 2, A. Hands 1, N. Mercuri 1, T. Nilsson 1, J. Spencer 1 BEST, Old Trinity: D. White, L. Aikman, Z. Aarons, A. Polidoros, D. Land, S. Nicolosi Whitefriars:

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Under 19 North

Marcellin 5.2, 8.2, 11.4, 12.6 (78) Williamstown CYMS 0.4, 2.5, 5.9, 6.11 (47) GOALS, Marcellin: X. Burns 6, R. Di Roberto 3, J. Edwards 1, D. Tomat 1, J. Hesse 1 Williamstown CYMS: N. Ebinger 3, M. Christakakis 2, J. Connolly 1 BEST, Marcellin: M. Jones, X. Burns, J. Hesse, D. Tomat, J. Edwards, P. Lunn Williamstown CYMS: J. Dawson, Y. Hemphill, J. Goetz, S. Raunik, B. Deller, A. Georgiadis

St Bernards 1.3, 6.7, 11.10, 16.15 (111) Wyndham Suns 4.0, 6.6, 9.8, 11.9 (75) GOALS, St Bernards: E. Connelly 3, J. Notaro 3, J. Firth 3, S. O’Keeffe 2, S. Tamraz 1, M. Farrant 1, F. McNicol 1, W. Pasznyk 1, J. Holland 1 Wyndham Suns: T. Galley 3, B. Wilson 3, S. Nahyna 1, D. Bean 1, J. Stephens 1, H. Iannacone 1, R. Hislop 1 BEST, St Bernards: W. Isaacs, E. Connelly, F. McNicol, C. Issa, D. Douge, W. Baird Wyndham Suns: B. Wilson, T. Galley, M. Bourchier, C. Harkin, J. Stephens, H. Iannacone

Under 19 South Hampton Rovers 2.1, 2.9, 8.11, 13.15 (93) Oakleigh 1.4, 4.5, 4.7, 4.8 (32) GOALS, Hampton Rovers: C. Jones 3, C. Clarke 2, H. Hodges 2, L. Cairns 2, M. Robertson 1, J. Balleggi 1, P. Olivier 1, J. Elston 1 Oakleigh: J. Benoiton 4 BEST, Hampton Rovers: T. Fisher, H. Hodges, M. Oswald, R. Fogarty, J. Stewart, J. Campion Oakleigh: J. Cook, J. Lever, A. Seremelis, S. Ciavarella, L. Pappon, J. Benoiton

Emmaus St Leo’s Old Collegians Football Club – Div 3 finalist VAFA in 2014

Play a key role in our success…

• Reserves Coach • Senior Assistant Coach • Reserves Assistant Coach (all roles can be playing or non-playing) Emmaus St Leo’s Old Collegians is looking for coaching staff to help us continue to build our on field success. We have a young and talented list, good relationships with Emmaus College (secondary) and Deakin University, and our plans for new facilities are set to take shape in the next couple of years.

Please email a covering letter and your CV to Nathan Baranello at nbaranello88@gmail.com or call 0422356430 for more information.

Applications for all positions close Monday 6th October 2014.

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MEGT U19 PREMIER - GRAND FINAL Sunday September 14th 2:20 pm Trevor Barker Oval

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Coach: Tom Purcell & Timothy Sim Assistants: James Kennedy

Coach: Rocky Iannello Assistants: Serge Romano

Luke Sabato Captain Mitchell Smart Harrison Snell Samuel Holland Mark Spence Daniel Dicintio Matthew Roberts Will Ostrowsky Nick Fletcher Tom Corboy Samuel Doyle Nick Brown Roland De Biase James Tighe Roland Stagg Joff Mithen Jacob Jacob Joshua Doggett Samuel Lewin Daniel Lattanzio Tom Vanderslik Tom Sullivan Vice-Captain Xavier Siebel Tom Quinlan Jay Haydon Tom Massey Oliver Gabelich Joshua Dunne Max Mercuri Matthew Knight Michael Turnbull Vince Newton Harry Harry Henry Shaw Daniel Daniel Tom Thomas

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13 William Considine

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14 James Riley

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15 Joshua Hedley

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18 Claude Issa

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25 Anthony Dillon

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26 Rhyen Woods

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27 Edward Connelly

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28 Jack Holland

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29 Charlie Vague

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31 Benjamin Ronke

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35 Tom Saundry

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University Blues

Old Trinity

Coach: Jeff Scotland Assistants: Nathan Green

Coach: Speros Beasley Assistants: Adam Joyce, Nick Polidoros

Josh Cross Sam Walsh Matt Nevett Zach Thompson Tom Morrison Angus Adams Will May (DVC) Tom Hodge Dan Bartarillo Matt Hart (Capt) Jacob Jess Will Blakey Fred Harrison David Cumming Will Langley George McFarlane Andrew Bartarillo Lachie Cameron Joe Kemp Jack Reynoldson Michael Peart (V-Capt) Lachie Chomley Charlie Craig Harry Sullivan Jack Curnow Sam Briggs Jack Morgan Denis Mooney Sean Scotland Matt Roche Tom Coburn Tom Lanyon

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U19 – SECTION 3

U19 SECTION 3 - GRAND FINAL Saturday September 13th

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Marcellin

Coach: Brad Shadbolt

Coach: Jordan Wise Assistants: Bruce Grant

Josh Begeman Ross Eckersley Adam Meikle Trent Crouch Dominic Inglese Gianni Mancuso Tyson Deane Liam Oliver Jeremy Young Henry Gibbs Jackson Lee Nick Christo Will Gough Ian Lobo Dylan Buttifant Stephen Tsanoudakis Jake Erman James Mitchell Alex Basckos Tom Kellock Franceso Portella Nic Ligodopoulos James 0”Kane Jordan Stanton Matthew Broughan Chris Jowett Tim Fidler Nick Horsford Nick Marshall James Kandiliotis Max Kirwan Patrick Walsh Damien Pierri

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U19 NORTH - GRAND FINAL Sunday September 14th 11:40 am Trevor Barker Oval

Ivanhoe

St Bernards

Coach: Bill Emerson Assistants: Leighton Pearce

Coach: Shane Denahy Assistants: Matt Mulkearns

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U19 SOUTH - GRAND FINAL Saturday September 13th

9:30 am Trevor Barker Oval

Ormond

Hampton Rovers

Coach: Dave Robbins Assistants: Rob Putamorsi, Mitchell Walker, Jake Dale

Coach: John Cesario Assistants: Peter Rogerson, Annie Westhead

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UMPIRES

Steve McCarthy & Kit Harvey

GRAND FINAL FEVER It’s that time of year again, the time teams fight to be part of from day one of the off-season – Grand Final week. Players fight tooth and nail from Round 1 for a chance to be part of the action. Like Christmas and the opening session of the Boxing Day Test, it only happens once a year. It’s an honour to be selected to officiate a Grand Final at any level. Being such a large football competition we are fortunate to be able appoint such a large number of umpires to those grand finals. To the men and women running around in green this weekend – good luck and run well.

On behalf of all of us at the VAFA Umpires’ Association, we’d like to wish all players, coaches, officials and fans the very best for the big day, including those involved in the Premier preliminary final. Take it all in and have a great time.

For those who are not officiating this weekend, work hard over summer, present yourself at pre-season and get into it again. Remember, you may not be there on the last day of the footy season, but you ARE part of the team. The VAFAUA team, and the part every single umpire plays is important and we looking forward to your return in 2015.

Too late to gain more brownie points but we would obviously like to thank our dedicated coaches and observers who assist so much with our umpiring development throughout the year. Of course a big thank you to Benny and Olivia in at VAFA HQ for their support and also to the VAFA itself (especially for Umpires Round).

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LAWS OF THE GAME QUIZ LAST WEEK’S QUESTION: What approximate height do umpires try to throw the ball up?

The correct answer was OPTION C: 5 metres.

THIS WEEK’S QUESTION: What is the spirit of the law in relation to marking and ruck contests?

What approximate height do umpires try to throw the ball up? a) The player whose sole objective is to contest the ruck/marking contest shall be permitted to do so. b) Players who contest the ruck/marking contest fairly and without the intention of injuring an opponent shall be permitted to do so. c) Players who deliberately remove their eyes from the football shall have a freekick paid against them. d) The player who marks/taps the ball first shall be allowed to do so in any fashion, because they won the ball.

MOST TRAVELLED We mentioned a few weeks ago that we’d like some of the “old-timers” to tell us how many VAFA clubs past and present they’d umpired over their careers. A couple of notable mentions to Anthony Simpson with 76 and Macca with 86, but the winner, after umpiring Northern Blues for the first time a couple of weeks ago is legendary goal umpire and ex-field umpire Kevin (Chillie) Segota with 103. Great service to the VAFA over such a long period of time!

UMPIRE OF THE YEAR Who will it be this year? Can Merv go back-toback? Will Droppy or Rusty add a second one to the trophy cabinet? Or maybe one of the young guns or Prez Silfo will step up. The Most Promising Umpire was picked up by Ollie Bell last year, but it’s a pretty big field this year with a quite a number being worthy winners. We’ll find out on next Wednesday night at Crown at the Woodrow Medal and VAFA Awards Night.

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Playing or Non-playing Coach South Melbourne Districts is seeking a Senior Coach to lead the club in 2015 and beyond.

Leading a traditional Bloods culture, we are seeking a vibrant and energetic personality who will lead by example. Our senior team plays in VAFA Division 2 and our junior club is experiencing substantial growth with over 700 players across Auskick and junior football in the SMJFL. As Senior Coach you will influence the football program across the club and participate in workshops for our developing coaches. A Level 2 Coaching Accreditation is a pre-requisite for this position.

Applications must be in writing and close Friday 26 September submitted to Alister McDonald president.smdafc@smdsc.com.au.

Further enquiries, call Tony Pilimon 0400 35 44 22 or Peter Bedford on 0425 805 474.

BAYSWATER FOOTBALL CLUB

Bayswater Football Club, which competes in the EFL, invites applications for the following coaching positions: - Senior Coach - Reserves Coach - Under 19 Coach

- Senior Assistant Coach - Reserves Assistant Coach

For all information, please direct enquiries to club president Mark Rooney on 0448 555 006.

Applications detailing experience and references can be sent to the following addresses by Wednesday, October 1 Mail: PO Box 356, Bayswater 3153 Email: bayswater@efl.org.au

Northcote Park Football Club Applications for senior coach and football manager are now open.

Please feel free to express your interest, and apply to General Manager — Dennis McNiece email dmcniece@optusnet.com.au Or Club President — Peter McNiece email mcniece@optusnet.com.au or telephone 0413756767.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE Sunday September 21st 2014.

Kind Regards, Dennis McNiece General Manager Northcote Park Football Club 0409 946 811

Chadstone Football Club invites applications for the following positions for the 2015 season; • Assistant Senior Coach (playing or non-playing) • Reserves Coach (playing or non-playing) • Assistant Reserve Coach (playing or non-playing) • Chairman of Selectors Season 2015 will be Chadstone FC’s 50th anniversary. Senior coach Ken Schwab and the clubs committee are dedicated to improving the clubs on field performances and are looking for the right people to help achieve success.

If you are looking for one of the biggest challenges in the VAFA, then Chadstone FC can provide that for you next year.

Any queries can be directed to club President Steve Allsopp on 0415 997 669.

Applications are to be submitted via email to chadstonefc@gmail.com CLOSING DATE 23RD SEPTEMBER 2014

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VAFA COLTS

Olivia Crowe

@Liv_Crowe

SNOWDOGS SHINE! As Melbourne produced the goods weatherwise last Saturday, a large crowd ventured to Ted Ajani Reserve to take in the Colts prelim. Despite the 9.20am start, both teams were up and about early.

Both St Bernards and Westbourne Grammarians had been consistent sides all year, but it was the Warriors who took the chocolates on both occasions during the season by 7 and 23 points respectively.

St Bernard’s started the match well and were dominant all around the ground as they took a 15 point lead into quarter time. The second quarter was much the same, as the Snowdogs extended their lead to 27 points by the main break. After half time, the tide started to turn and favour the Warriors. Despite their inaccurate goal kicking (4.7) they outscored their opponents and reduced the margin back to 30 points by the last change, the Warriors were still in the hunt. It wasn’t meant to be however, as St Bernards continued their dominance and were victorious by 28 points.

Snowdog Max Jaggard finished with four, whilst Pat O’Brien was best for the Warriors in the loss.

So, it comes down to this, the Grand Final between the two best teams all year in Mazenod and St Bernards. Do Mazenod have a slight advantage after their week off to refresh and rest their bodies?

Or are St Bernard’s favourites after their good win last week? I guess only time will tell. I believe the week off will work wonders for Mazenod and they will be my selection.

VAFA COLTS — TIPS IN BOLD Mazenod v St Bernard’s

VAFA COLTS

PRELIM FINAL

St Bernards 3.3, 6.7, 8.7, 11.11 (77) Westbourne Grammarians 1.0, 2.4, 4.11, 6.13 (49) GOALS, St Bernards: M. Jaggard 4, J. Gauci 2, M. Zammit 1, M. Diamandis 1, N. Kelly 1, D. Kennedy 1, J. Turville 1 Westbourne Grammarians: P. O’Brien 1, D. Stoios 1, H. Acciarito 1, A. Briggs 1, J. Wilson 1, M. Gatti 1 BEST, St Bernards: J. Comito, N. Kelly, D. Heenan, J. Sullivan, S. Merkel, J. Wood Westbourne Grammarians: P. O’Brien, D. Stoios, J. Wilson, R. Ukabamariam, H. Acciarito, R. Frost

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VAFA COLTS

VAFA COLTS - GRAND FINAL Saturday September13th

9:30 am Meade Reserve

Mazenod

St Bernards

Coach: Paul Deegan Assistants: Tim McEniry, Peter Riley

Coach: Rohan Vahland Assistants: Trevor Doody

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28 Joshua Webster

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RESULTS

PREMIER THIRDS

SEMI FINAL

Old Xaverians 2.4, 3.6, 7.8, 12.10 (82) University Blacks 1.3, 2.3, 4.3, 4.4 (28) GOALS, Old Xaverians: C. Dipierdomenico 4, A. Mathis 2, T. Daniher 2, J. Hanger 1, P. Armstrong 1, S. Ross 1, B. Corcoran 1 University Blacks: A. Cook 2, M. Johns 1, J. Heeley 1 BEST, Old Xaverians: J. Woods, P. Armstrong, C. Dipierdomenico, A. Torre, J. Smith, H. Buckley University Blacks: S. Aldous, J. O’Malley, P. Aitken, P. Markworth, T. Brennan, A. Cook St Bernards 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 10.5 (65) University Blues 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 6.6 (42) GOALS, St Bernards: Z. Awan 3, J. Cunningham 2, J. Wheeler 1, D. Ryan 1, P. Rahill 1, N. McAllister 1, S. Cannatelli 1 University Blues: H. Hanlon 2, D. McFarlane 1, G. Place 1, T. Kerr 1, J. Pardo 1 BEST, St Bernards: C. Forder, J. Wheeler, P. Rahill, W. Sullivan, L. Jowett, Z. Awan University Blues: D. McFarlane, D. Gumley, D. Aukema, G. Place, D. Marshall, J. Cowland

University Blues Football Club

PREMIER B THIRDS

PRELIM FINAL

St Kevins 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 10.7 (67) Beaumaris 0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 8.9 (57) GOALS, St Kevins: B. Omizzolo 4, N. Marchesani 2, C. Randles 1, C. McPherson 1, J. Liston 1, M. O’Neill 1 Beaumaris: not supplied BEST, St Kevins: B. Omizzolo, J. Griffiths, L. Kenyon, J. Anthony, S. Constantinou, B. Marchesani Beaumaris: not supplied

PREMIER C THIRDS

PRELIM FINAL

St Kevins 3.1, 4.3, 4.5, PEGS 0.1, 1.1, 1.2, GOALS, St Kevins: D. Kerr 4 P E G S: not supplied BEST, St Kevins: D. Kelly, D. Loschiavo, M. Nolan, D. Kerr, T. McMaster, J. Ritchie P E G S: not supplied

4.7 (31) 3.3 (21)

SOCIAL MEDIA, LIVE SCORES, Check vafatv.com for the latest Video from the VAFA

Applications for the 2015 positions of

Reserve, Thirds, Under 19 and Assistant Coaches The successful applicants will have a good understanding of football and VAFA football in particular.

The applicants will have a minimum Level 1 AFL Coaching Accreditation and will be a strong communicator being able to demonstrate an ability to work as part of a broader off-field team.

Applications close Friday 17th October 2014 e-mail all enquiries to applications@uniblues.com

vafatv.com www.facebook.com/vafa.hq Follow @VAFA_HQ instagram.com/vafahq youtube.com/vafa1892

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VAFA PREMIER SECTION SENIOR COACH 2015 Applications are invited for the position of senior coach of the Beaumaris Football Club for the 2015 season in the Premier Section of the Victorian Amateur Football Association. The Club is the only suburban club playing Premier Section and also in the Under 19 Premier Division.

The Beaumaris Football Club has 5 senior teams (including 2 under 19 sides). It also has 27 junior teams making it one of the largest junior clubs in Australia. The juniors represent a strong feeder program for the senior sides. Further details on the club are available at www.beaumarisfc.com.au.

Applications (including cv) are to be sent to beaumarisfc@ bigpond.com. The application period closes on 30 September 2013. Position descriptions will be provided on request.

Enquiries can be made to Ron Buller (President) on 0418 992 564 or John Murton (Vice President) on 0409 937 641.

North Brunswick Amateur Football Club ~ EST:1971 ~ VAFA Division 4 Applications are invited for the following positions: SENIOR COACH RESERVES COACH After a breakthrough 2013 season due to injury and departure the playing list is ready for a resurgence in 2015.

With a good mixture of older and younger players The Bulls are ready for success, being led by a dynamic coaching group and support staff.

With excellent facilities led by a strong committee off the field, please send applications to Ezio Cirillo at ezio.cirillo@tollgroup.com

Applications close 5pm Friday 19 September 2014

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AJAX FC – Premier B , Senior Coach The AJAX FC is a proud, community club based in Albert Park and have enjoyed a lot of on and off field success in our 57-year history.

We have a strong and supportive committee, recently renovated facilities (including a tiered coaches room, new gym and ice bath) and a committed playing list that has put 3 strong seasons together consolidating in Premier B finishing 5th in both 2013-14.

We are seeking an experienced coach, capable of bringing or recruiting his own support team of assistants, with the credentials required to manage, educate and coach a team at this level.

Please send your application, including your resume and covering letter outlining your experience and coaching philosophy/style to Andrew Shenker, Vice President / Head of Match Committee at andrew@victor-sports.com or call on 0418 311 162 for further information.

Applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE SEPTEMBER 15, 2014.

Caulfield Bears Football Club (Affiliated with SFL) is seeking applications for

SENIOR COACH FOR SEASON 2015 We are a resurging club that is seeking a person focussed on success who has a good understanding of the modern game and an ability & desire to develop a young playing list.

Playing or non-playing.

Applications in writing and to include details of playing &/or coaching experience, accreditation, remuneration, etc.

Applications to be forwarded to Darren Stait via email staity29@bigpond.com (Tel. 0407 559 383).

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 5.00pm on Friday 26 Sept. 2014.

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Andrew Leonard

@ Lennytalk

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PRELIMINARY FINAL PREVIEW The temptation is always to jump on the winning team from the week before when making a selection for the preliminary final. Collegians were magnificent whilst St Bernard’s were poor.

However we also forget just how often the beaten second semi finalist gets back up off the canvass and wins. After all they had earned the right to second spot by virtue of their form in the home and away season.

might be waiting another year. Collegians to win by 18.

St Bernard’s were by no means at their best last week, so there is plenty of upside for them. St Bernard’s also beat Collegians on both occasions this year. Therefore the chips are stacked in their corner. There were also a couple of potential options running around in the St Bernard’s twos like Bevanda and Wall that could be looked at this week, that would certainly strengthen the Snowdogs. Logic also says that St Bernard’s will be stung by last week and there is no doubting Anthony Rock’s credentials at this time of the year.

Despite all this Collegians still feel right. The Collegians lineup has become more consistent in the past two months than any time since their 2012 premierships year. They have been regulars at Sportscover Arena in recent seasons too and St Bernard’s did look lost at times on the wider expanses of headquarters. Also, annectdotally at least, it seems Sportscover Arena is slightly the harder surface, so perhaps recovery has been easier on the Lions bodies this week. Taft is a difficult match up and, as previously mentioned, is in sensational form.

Since the VAFA reduced the Premier Section finals series to a three week series, no team from the 1st semi final has won through to the decider on a six day break. This time, with the VAFA scheduling both semi finals on the same day, Collegians come into the match with the same preparation as St Bernard’s.

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PREMIER THIRDS - PRELIMINARY FINAL Saturday September 13th 9:15 am Location

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St Bernards

Coach: Andrew Else

Coach: Kevin Jones

Adam Cook Alex Hayward Callum Lawford James Cordner Andrew Mackay Samuel Lane Jim Wilson Stuart McKnight Peter Aitken Callum Farrell Andrew Torney Joshua O'Malley Timothy Howie James Clarke Andrew Spinks Maximilian Nicolson Lachlan Crameri Damien Kelly Simon Lewis Hamish Guthrie Thomas Brennan Benjamin Farrow Jack Heeley (C) Michael Coffey Cameron McNeil Stephen Judson Henry Robinson Matthew Witkowski Rohan Cleary Samuel Forrest Charlie Zwar Harry Arthur Benjamin Clark

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Damien Ryan Kieran O’connor Will Sullivan Liam Whelan Owen Mcintyre Adam Bevanda Michael Dillon Justin Evans Matt Peart Nicholas Toy Liam Mcintyre Taylor Devers Michael Hughes Matt Sargent Luke Baird Paul Rahill Jarrod Gill Nick Hughes Andrew Graham Lachlan Jowett Will Kingston Jake Wright Brendan Ryan Tim O’sullivan Jake Notaro Liam Neal Matthew Feehan Seamus Whelan Sam Jones Adrian Corsetti Daniel Segrave Awan Zeeshan Steve Cannatelli Josh Cunningham Caleb Forder Tom Isaacs Matthew Gurrisi Matt Boscolo Damien Hurley Jonathon Rose Jack Wheeler Jayden Malseed Ned McAllister Michael Sulzberger Will Sullivan Matt McCann Aaron Helenius Andrew Gurrisi

4th Qtr

1st Qtr

Goals

Goals

Behinds

Behinds

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G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G

2nd Qtr

B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B

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SHARPSHOOTERS

SHARPSHOOTERS Premier Shura Taft Matthew Handley Chad Jones Mark Passador

Collegians Old Xaverians St Bernards Old Scotch

H&A TOTAL* 53 60 49 49 45 48 41 44

Premier C Reserve Jake Archdeacon Daniel De Sanctis Nicholas Manning Tim Naylor

Peninsula OB Old Camberwell Gr. Ormond Ormond

H&A TOTAL* 32 32 29 32 28 28 27 27

Premier Reserve Justin Crameri Dylan Chaplin-Burch Billy Riddle Benjamin Considine

University Blacks Collegians Collegians St Bernards

H&A TOTAL* 33 35 30 34 26 27 22 25

Premier C Thirds Dylan Gook Troy McMaster James Barrie Matthew Flaherty

St Mary’s Salesian St Kevins OB St Mary’s Salesian PEGS

H&A TOTAL* 50 50 42 42 35 37 30 31

St Bernards Old Xaverians Old Xaverians Old Xaverians

H&A TOTAL* 31 32 28 30 21 21 19 20

Division 1 Jarrod Bannister Corey Bannister Matthew Keown Callum Wood

Therry Penola OB Therry Penola OB NOBS St Pats Old Geelong

H&A TOTAL* 100 109 80 85 50 51 45 48

AJAX Old Haileyburians AJAX Old Melburnians

H&A TOTAL* 67 67 46 46 41 41 40 41

Division 1 Reserve Steven Barlow Matthew Sultana Joel Quinn Jon Rice

Williamstown CYMS Williamstown CYMS Therry Penola OB Prahran Assumption

H&A TOTAL* 46 52 45 46 39 46 34 39

University Blues St Kevins OB Old Melburnians Caulfield Grammarians

H&A TOTAL* 56 57 49 50 43 43 35 37

Division 2 David Boundy Andrew Brazzale Sabastian Ciavola Mitchell Lovell

Old Paradians Kew Eltham Collegians Ivanhoe

H&A TOTAL* 74 74 58 68 54 57 51 51

Premier B Thirds Charles Randles St Kevins OB Brett Scott Caulfield Grammarians Alexander Edmondson Beaumaris Zev Aron AJAX

H&A TOTAL* 36 40 36 36 33 34 32 32

Division 2 Reserve Stefan Gusts Joshua Monro Andrew Coath Chad Watts

St Mary’s Salesian Old Paradians Eltham Collegians Kew

H&A TOTAL* 92 95 55 55 50 50 40 42

Premier C Ed Turner Dominic Bolger David Forrest Joseph Cosgriff

H&A TOTAL* 52 57 50 51 46 46 45 48

Division 3 Christopher Beluszar Rhys Kirk Jack McMeel Ryan Harding

Emmaus St Leos OC UHS-VU La Trobe University Emmaus St Leos OC

H&A TOTAL* 67 70 64 64 58 58 56 58

Premier Thirds Damien Ryan Todd Daniher Callum Dipierdomenico Joshua Hanger Premier B David Fayman Michael Meehan Jake Lew Cameron Beck Premier B Reserve Jamie Mugavin Julian Gambaro Cameron Tunbridge Will Osborn

60

Hampton Rovers Marcellin OC PEGS Monash Blues

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Division 3 Reserve Mitchell Sweeney Leigh Booth Travis Houlden Jake Munro

UHS-VU Eley Park Sharks Eley Park Sharks Richmond Central

H&A TOTAL* 59 66 43 43 35 35 32 39

Under 19 South Jack Meeking Campbell Jones Jake Benoiton Jaycob Johnson

Ormond Hampton Rovers Oakleigh Peninsula OB

H&A TOTAL* 54 56 52 61 47 54 41 41

Division 4 Jason Ince Sam Gold Andrew Baker Thomas Lowden

Hawthorn Hawthorn Canterbury Dragons

H&A TOTAL* 88 92 59 59 55 59 51 51

VAFA Colts Kieren McKeogh Josh Swainston Brandyn Foley Harris Skliros

Mazenod OC Mazenod OC Point Cook Point Cook

H&A TOTAL* 71 74 40 40 34 34 29 31

Division 4 Reserve Jason Jackomos Jarrod Ward Aaron Thompson Shane Devers

Hawthorn Hawthorn West Brunswick West Brunswick

H&A TOTAL* 75 75 43 44 36 36 34 34

MEGT U19 Premier Jeremy Hannan Jonathan Daggian James Canterbury Alex Smout

Old Xaverians Old Scotch St Kevins OB Beaumaris

H&A TOTAL* 75 80 52 52 52 52 45 47

Under 19 Section 2 William Blakey Daniel Batarilo Joseph Campbell Jack Francis

University Blues University Blues Old Trinity Grammarians Parkdale Vultures

H&A TOTAL* 49 52 49 52 42 42 40 40

Under 19 Section 3 Mitchell Nixon Nicholas Ebinger Xavier Burns Daniel Ryan

Old Carey Grammarians Williamstown CYMS Marcellin OC St Mary’s Salesian

H&A TOTAL* 79 81 75 80 54 64 50 50

Under 19 North Josh Stephens Jack Firth Reuben Blackmore-Moore Thomas Hancock

Wyndam Suns St Bernards Ivanhoe Yarra Valley OB

H&A TOTAL* 52 54 39 42 37 38 36 36

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1116 SEN VAFA PREMIERSHIP LADDERS 2014 PREMIER C Marcellin Hampton Rovers Monash Blues Parkdale Vultures PEGS Oakleigh Peninsula Old Camberwell Banyule Ormond

DIVISION TWO P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 15 14 13 10 9 8 8 7 3 2

L 3 4 5 8 9 10 10 10 15 15

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1

F 1705 1764 1580 1601 1475 1513 1425 1527 1383 1256

A 1216 1318 1065 1384 1538 1413 1638 1643 2147 1867

% 140.21 133.84 148.36 115.68 95.9 107.08 87 92.94 64.42 67.27

Pts 60 56 52 40 36 32 32 30 12 10

% 249.45 185.42 111.66 149.5 120.94 84.47 81.69 89.41 94.77 21.53

Pts 68 64 48 40 36 32 26 24 22 0

% 632.27 292.02 153.79 109.02 67.56 83.77 64.38 44.01 26.11

Pts 72 64 48 40 36 32 28 24 12

PREMIER C RESERVES PEGS Parkdale Vultures Monash Blues Old Camberwell Peninsula Oakleigh Ormond Marcellin Hampton Rovers Banyule

P 18 17 18 18 18 17 18 18 18 16

W 17 15 12 10 9 7 6 6 5 0

L 1 2 6 8 9 10 11 12 12 16

St Kevins St Mary's Salesian PEGS Old Ivanhoe Parkdale Vultures Marcellin Monash Blues Ormond Hampton Rovers

FF 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0

F 1589 1615 1168 1504 1363 1088 1245 1123 1106 537

A 637 871 1046 1006 1127 1288 1524 1256 1167 2494

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 18 14 12 11 9 8 7 5 4 1

B 1 2 1 1 2 1 1 3 1

FF 2 0 3 0 0 2 1 1 0

F 2175 1720 1298 919 785 996 808 613 475

A 344 589 844 843 1162 1189 1255 1393 1819

L 0 4 6 7 9 10 10 13 13 17

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0

F 2180 1676 1767 1660 1619 1698 1432 1277 1266 1137

A 1027 1240 1491 1468 1695 1522 1768 1664 1665 2172

% 212.27 135.16 118.51 113.08 95.52 111.56 81 76.74 76.04 52.35

Pts 72 56 48 44 36 32 30 20 18 4

DIVISION ONE RESERVES Williamstown CYMS Therry Penola Old Geelong Prahran Assumption Yarra Valley Whitefriars NOBS/St Pats Bulleen Templestowe MHSOB Old Mentonians

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P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 14 13 13 13 12 9 7 7 2 0

W 15 15 13 11 10 10 6 4 3 2

L 2 3 5 7 7 8 12 14 15 16

D 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

F 1809 2088 1778 1593 1643 1705 1299 1252 1032 888

A 1084 1005 1219 1214 1337 1393 1803 2086 1948 1998

% 166.88 207.76 145.86 131.22 122.89 122.4 72.05 60.02 52.98 44.44

Pts 62 60 52 44 42 40 24 16 12 8

St Mary's Salesian Kew Old Eltham Collegians Ivanhoe Old Paradians Monash Gryphons St Johns Glen Eira South Melbourne Districts Elsternwick

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 16 15 15 14 8 7 5 5 3 1

L 2 3 3 4 10 10 12 13 15 17

D 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0

F 2401 2083 2027 1961 1091 1043 933 722 797 425

A 601 766 832 803 1336 1562 1614 1557 1784 2642

% 399.5 271.93 243.63 244.21 81.66 66.77 57.81 46.37 44.67 16.09

Pts 64 60 60 56 32 30 22 20 12 4

W 14 13 12 12 11 9 9 8 8 6 5 0

L 4 5 6 6 7 9 9 9 10 12 12 18

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0

F 2089 2089 1769 1632 1846 1557 1325 1362 1314 1376 1243 460

A 1342 1118 1255 1198 1349 1363 1305 1476 1471 1559 1379 3247

% 155.66 186.85 140.96 136.23 136.84 114.23 101.53 92.28 89.33 88.26 90.14 14.17

Pts 56 52 48 48 44 36 36 34 32 24 22 0

DIVISION THREE L 0 2 6 6 8 6 11 11 15

DIVISION ONE Therry Penola Williamstown CYMS NOBS/St Pats Old Geelong Old Mentonians Prahran Assumption Yarra Valley Whitefriars Bulleen Templestowe MHSOB

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

DIVISION TWO RESERVES

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0

PREMIER C THIRDS P W 15 15 16 14 14 8 15 9 15 7 11 5 16 5 13 2 17 2

Kew St Mary's Salesian Old Eltham Collegians Old Paradians Ivanhoe St Johns South Melbourne Districts Elsternwick Monash Gryphons Glen Eira

L 4 5 5 5 6 9 11 11 16 18

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 1697 1637 1703 1381 1390 1195 1305 1058 808 489

A 880 716 1019 860 1072 1270 1248 1326 1867 2444

% 192.84 228.63 167.12 160.58 129.66 94.09 104.57 79.79 43.28 20.01

Pts 56 52 52 52 48 36 28 28 8 0

Northern Blues Emmaus St Leos Aquinas Swinburne University Richmond Central Albert Park Power House UHS-VU St Francis Xavier Eley Park Sharks La Trobe University South Mornington

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

DIVISION THREE RESERVES Richmond Central UHS-VU La Trobe University Power House Aquinas Swinburne University Eley Park Sharks Albert Park Emmaus St Leos St Francis Xavier Northern Blues South Mornington

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 16 14 12 11 11 11 10 9 5 5 4 0

L 2 4 6 7 7 7 8 9 13 13 14 18

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

For 1873 1712 1639 1468 1170 1280 1551 1489 979 911 1072 595

P 17 18 16 18 18 16 18 16

W 16 13 13 9 9 4 3 2

L 1 5 3 9 9 12 15 14

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FF 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Agst 777 1036 862 933 1027 1223 1090 1041 1660 1692 1600 2844

% PTS 241.06 64 165.25 56 190.14 48 157.34 44 113.92 44 104.66 44 142.29 40 143.04 36 58.98 20 53.84 20 67 16 20.92 0

VAFA COLTS Mazenod St Bernards Westbourne Gr. Point Cook Williamstown CYMS Old Paradians UHS-VU / Flemington University Blues

F A % 1573 377 417.24 1411 682 206.89 1044 637 163.89 1021 1025 99.61 929 1188 78.2 701 1134 61.82 699 1261 55.43 596 1518 39.26

Pts 68 52 52 36 36 16 12 8

THE AMATEUR FOOTBALLER 2014

1116 SEN VAFA PREMIERSHIP LADDERS 2014 DIVISION FOUR P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

Hawthorn West Brunswick Canterbury Manningham Cobras Westbourne Gr. Box Hill North Point Cook Dragons North Brunswick Chadstone

MEGT UNDER 19 PREMIER W 18 16 12 10 10 7 7 6 4 0

L 0 2 6 8 8 11 11 12 14 18

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 2480 2089 1834 1600 1820 1679 1379 1165 1449 701

A 874 1115 1590 1329 1525 1821 1553 1747 1629 3013

% 283.75 187.35 115.35 120.39 119.34 92.2 88.8 66.69 88.95 23.27

Pts 72 64 48 40 40 28 28 24 16 0

% 72 64 44 42 36 36 24 18 12 12

Pts 4 4 4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0

W 18 16 11 10 9 9 5 4 3 3

L 0 2 7 7 9 9 11 13 15 15

D B F 0 2944 322 0 2416 529 0 1308 1021 1 998 1141 0 1283 1588 0 1176 1507 2 1131 1764 1 884 2232 0 904 1848 0 606 1698

A 914.29 456.71 128.11 87.47 80.79 78.04 64.12 39.61 48.92 35.69

W L 16 2 13 3 12 3 10 7 9 9 4 14 2 15 2 15

D 0 1 2 1 0 0 0 0

FF 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0

F 2320 1934 1942 1627 1301 1262 857 506

A 783 911 976 1292 1432 1822 1917 2699

% 296.3 212.29 198.98 125.93 90.85 69.26 44.71 18.75

Pts 64 58 56 42 36 16 8 8

Whitefriars University Blues Old Trinity Parkdale Vultures Fitzroy Mazenod Old Brighton Collegians University Blacks Caulfield Grammarians

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 14 14 13 11 11 7 7 6 4 3

L 4 4 5 7 7 11 11 12 14 15

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 1665 1683 1460 1553 1412 1114 1011 726 834 965

A 942 1141 979 1137 1281 1227 1358 1269 1567 1522

% 176.75 147.5 149.13 136.59 110.23 90.79 74.45 57.21 53.22 63.4

Pts 56 56 52 44 44 28 28 24 16 12

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 1819 1743 1765 1535 1405 1155 1054 1042

A 1058 1169 1202 1113 1300 1487 1487 1977

% 171.93 149.1 146.84 137.92 108.08 77.67 70.88 52.71

Pts 60 52 52 52 36 24 24 4

D 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0

F 1740 1506 1459 1379 1214 1134 1328 1335 840 767

A 876 1199 1135 1073 1080 823 1403 1507 1793 1429

% 198.63 125.6 128.55 128.52 112.41 137.79 94.65 88.59 46.85 53.67

Pts 68 52 44 42 40 32 32 24 10 8

UNDER 19 SECTION 3

Club XVIII (1) Hawthorn Old Xaverians Mt Lilydale Prahran Assumption Old Geelong Masala

P 18 17 17 18 18 18 17 17

UNDER 19 SECTION 2

DIVISION FOUR RESERVES P West Brunswick 18 Hawthorn 18 Westbourne Gr. 18 Manningham Cobras 18 Canterbury 18 Box Hill North 18 North Brunswick 18 Chadstone 18 Point Cook 18 Dragons 18

St Bernards St Kevins Old Xaverians Beaumaris Old Scotch De La Salle St Bedes / Mentone Tigers Old Melburnians

P 15 14 15 15 14 15

W 14 12 8 7 2 1

L 1 2 7 8 12 14

D 0 0 0 0 0 0

D 0 1 0 0 0 0

F 2075 1804 1292 975 709 663

A 711 866 1155 1341 1565 1924

% 291.84 208.31 111.86 72.71 45.3 34.46

Pts 56 52 32 28 8 4

F 1431 1202 1069 1039 903 597

A 714 1046 762 1075 1137 1562

% 200.42 114.91 140.29 96.65 79.42 38.22

Pts 48 44 42 26 20 0

% 411.54 227.57 83.76 74.18 29.27 53.95

Pts 56 52 28 24 12 8

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

Old Ivanhoe Williamstown CYMS Old Carey Marcellin AJAX Old Xaverians Old Camberwell St Mary's Salesian

W L 15 3 13 5 13 5 13 5 9 9 6 12 6 12 1 17

Club XVIII (2) Emmaus St Leos Williamstown CYMS Richmond Central Therry Penola Eley Park Sharks Bulleen Templestowe

P W L 15 12 3 14 10 4 15 10 4 15 6 8 15 5 10 14 0 14

D 0 0 1 1 0 0

FF 0 1 0 0 0 0

CLUB XVIII (3) La Trobe Uni NOBS / St Pats MHSOB Kew Dragons UHS-VU

P W L 13 12 1 14 12 2 14 6 8 15 6 9 11 3 8 15 2 13

D 0 0 0 0 0 0

FF 2 1 1 0 0 0

F 1712 1486 918 879 483 772

A 416 653 1096 1185 1650 1431

UNDER 19 NORTH W 17 12 11 10 10 7 8 6 2 2

L 1 4 7 7 8 6 10 12 15 11

UNDER 19 SOUTH Ormond Oakleigh De La Salle Hampton Rovers Beaumaris Peninsula Monash Blues Old Haileybury Collegians MHSOB

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P 18 18 18 18 18 13 18 18 18 13

Ivanhoe St Bernards Wyndham Suns Banyule La Trobe University Therry Penola PEGS Yarra Valley Whitefriars Northern Blues

P 17 16 17 18 17 18 18 18 15 18

W 15 13 12 12 9 9 6 5 5 1

L 2 3 5 6 8 9 12 13 10 17

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

D FF 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 1843 1624 1538 1510 1733 1444 1108 985 709 724

A 831 761 996 1066 1250 1350 1543 1639 1652 2089

% Pts 221.78 64 213.4 60 154.42 52 141.65 48 138.64 40 106.96 36 71.81 24 60.1 20 42.92 20 34.66 4

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WINNING EDGE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP Seniors

Reserves

19/18

Thirds/ C18

Total

University Blues

60

34

42

8

144

St Bernards

52

30

48

12

142

Williamstown CYMS

56

28

39

10.5

133.5

St Kevins OB

44

30

42

13

129

Therry Penola OB

72

26

24

6.5

128.5

Ivanhoe AFC

42

28

51

0

121

Old Xaverians

40

25

40.5

14.5

120

Club

Marcellin OC

60

12

39

7

118

Hawthorn AFC

72

32

0

14

118

Parkdale Vultures

40

31

33

9

113

1116 SEN VAFA PREMIERSHIP LADDERS 2014 PREMIER University Blacks St Bernards Old Scotch Collegians Old Trinity Old Xaverians Beaumaris De La Salle Old Brighton St Bedes/Mentone Tigers

PREMIER B P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 15 13 11 11 10 10 7 5 5 3

L 3 5 7 7 8 8 11 13 13 15

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 1842 1603 1625 1535 1408 1291 1510 1150 1158 1322

A 1032 1321 1452 1429 1321 1347 1625 1526 1687 1785

% 178.49 121.35 111.91 107.42 106.59 95.84 92.92 75.36 68.64 74.06

Pts 60 52 44 44 40 40 28 20 20 12

% 179.25 155.73 121.01 105.55 115.68 112.65 104.54 71.68 54.76 57.28

Pts 60 52 42 42 38 38 36 24 16 12

PREMIER RESERVES St Bernards Old Xaverians University Blacks Collegians Old Scotch Beaumaris Old Brighton St Bedes/Mentone Tigers Old Trinity De La Salle

P 18 17 18 18 18 18 18 17 18 18

W 15 12 10 10 9 9 9 6 4 3

L 3 5 7 7 8 8 9 11 14 15

University Blues St Kevins Old Carey Old Melburnians AJAX Mazenod Caulfield Grammarians Fitzroy Old Haileybury Old Ivanhoe

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 15 11 11 11 10 8 7 6 5 5

L 3 7 7 7 8 10 11 11 12 13

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0

F 2031 1842 1757 1524 1419 1474 1160 1239 1402 1231

A 924 1561 1496 1302 1449 1541 1700 1600 1788 1718

% 219.81 118 117.45 117.05 97.93 95.65 68.24 77.44 78.41 71.65

Pts 60 44 44 44 40 32 28 26 22 20

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 1980 2016 1328 1518 1134 1275 1056 839 834 720

A 585 755 932 1180 1368 1305 1388 1387 1935 1865

% 338.46 267.02 142.49 128.64 82.89 97.7 76.08 60.49 43.1 38.61

Pts 68 60 48 40 36 32 24 24 16 12

D 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FF 3 3 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 0

% 262.05 187.24 150.27 100.21 98.1 86.33 89.43 82.15 65.77 22.48

PTS 66 58 48 40 36 32 28 28 20 4

PREMIER B RESERVES D 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0

D 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 1529 1400 1169 1179 1276 1291 1198 992 960 917

A 853 899 966 1117 1103 1146 1146 1384 1753 1601

University Blues St Kevins Caulfield Grammarians Old Melburnians Old Ivanhoe Old Carey Fitzroy AJAX Old Haileybury Mazenod

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 17 15 12 10 9 8 6 6 4 3

L 1 3 6 8 9 10 12 12 14 15

PREMIER B THIRDS PREMIER THIRDS Old Xaverians University Blacks St Bernards University Blues Collegians Old Melburnians Old Scotch

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P 14 15 17 17 16 14 16

W L 12 2 13 2 11 6 7 9 6 9 4 10 3 13

D 0 0 0 1 1 0 0

B 1 2 1 0 2 2 2

FF 3 1 0 1 0 0 0

F 1423 1309 1248 1201 908 686 732

A 739 807 1024 1040 1049 1272 1205

% 192.56 162.21 121.88 115.48 86.56 53.93 60.75

Pts 64 64 48 34 34 24 20

Old Xaverians St Kevins Fitzroy Beaumaris Old Brighton Caulfield Grammarians AJAX Old Carey Old Trinity Mazenod

P 15 15 17 16 16 15 18 18 15 15

W 13 11 11 10 8 7 7 7 4 1

L 1 3 6 6 8 8 11 11 11 14

F 1913 1687 1372 1416 1289 1156 1159 1252 949 493

A 730 901 913 1413 1314 1339 1296 1524 1443 2193

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