The Amateur Footballer 2023 - Week 17

SEASON 2023 - August 19

EDITORIAL

Strategic Information Forums

Jason Reddick CEO

Over the past week and a half, our VAFA management have been busy delivering a series of Strategic Information Forums for our VAFA Clubs.

Community - established an Inclusion Advisory Group and inclusion training program; collated database of best practice for supporting clubs;

The key objective was to arm our Clubs with strategic information to help them best plan for the future, as well as provide some dedicated resources that will assist them in meeting some of their more immediate challenges.

Football & Umpiring - established fixtures and section structures to reduce forfeits; introduced satellite umpire training base to increase umpire numbers.

We took the approach of coming out to the Clubs with the meetings held in venues according to the geographical locations of our Clubs:

2. AFL Data & Insights The AFL provided a 10-year Roadmap where they identified the macro trends on the changing profile of community sports participation. We provided information on how the VAFA competition and Clubs can be well placed to accommodate those changes.

- Presentation #1 was held at Elsternwick Park for our Clubs in the south; - Presentation #2 was hosted by UHS-VU in Royal Park for our northern clubs (courtesy of Tony Boyce); and - Presentation #3 was hosted

by Hawthorn AFC for our eastern clubs (courtesy of Sam Waldron).

Across the three sessions, we had close to 100 attendees representing 54 Clubs.

3. Metro Future Strategy

The key We outlined the new AFL Victoria project involving the 10 objective was to driven Metropolitan Community Leagues, with an aim to align growth arm our Clubs strategies and governance models to better serve the game now and the future. We outlined some with strategic into of the important elements that we have already advocated for through information this process.

VAFA GM Football & Umpiring, Matt Collister, and Clubs & Community Manager Sean Walker, joined me in presenting the information. The majority of our Board Members were also in attendance across the three sessions.

4. Tailored Club Support We presented an online survey for Clubs to identify their pain points and gave examples of the resources that we will customise for them (eg. Local Government Area demographics, Football participation numbers, resource toolkits and best practice examples.

The sessions covered the following important topics: 1. VAFA Strategy An update on how we are performing across some of the key elements of our VAFA Strategic Plan that was first released in December 2022.

The positive feedback and subsequent interaction from the Club representatives certainly supported the importance of this venture. Once we deliver the information kits to the Clubs, we will be following up to see how we can continue to improve our service and positioning all our Clubs to meet their current challenges and maximise the opportunities ahead of them.

Governance & Finance - delivered a new Constitution, Board Charter and Strategic Plan; Commercial & Brand - maximised commercial opportunities with existing and new partners; increased media engagement across broadcasting, traditional media and social media;

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WILLIAM BUCK PREMIER MEN’S Joe Pignataro

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Batten down the hatches, Old Xav’s throw chaos into the top 4 in Round 17, Old Scotch in Round 18. A massive fortnight before the finals.

It was always going to happen, wasn’t it?

A round of footy in William Buck Premier never goes to complete script. The Old Xaverians can breathe a heavy sigh of relief. In their centenary year very little has seemingly gone their way. However, this win over the University Blues might be the making of the side for 2024.

The 52 point victory over Old Haileybury was a professional one. Turn up, bank the four points, move onto next week and hope there’s no injuries in the process. The Bloods recognised club champion Nick Gooda who played game 150, they looked up for the fight early on in the contest, but unable to generate enough forward entries to trouble the Lions.

President of the club Matt Cosgrave told VAFA Media at half-time he was worried about his ticker getting through another intense half of footy like the first one, coupled with the anxiety that threatened the Xav’s fight to stay in William Buck Premier.

At the other end of the ground, Will Pocknee continues this incredible run in front of goal. Another four majors to his name, Dave Mirra back in the side and kicked three. 38 goals from 13 games this year for Pocknee. Incredible to think before this year between 2014-2022 he had played 34 senior games and kicked 11 goals in total. Jared Rivers and the purple army have unlocked this caged Lion in 2023.

Despite his beloved Demons going down to Carlton, Cossie would have rested well last night.

Xav’s brought the intensity and the pressure. As the rain started almost at the same time of the game, they settled the better against a side fighting for a top two chance keeping Blues goalless in the first term, and kicking two of their own.

Old Haileybury are clutching to eighth spot by the skin of their teeth. 2.95% ahead of Old Melburnians in ninth. Old Xaverians and St Kevin’s is the last two games for Daniel Ward’s side. They will need to win one, they’ll want to win both, but relying on percentage to stay alive is a risky game to play.

Michael Batten can lay claim to being the spiritual leader of the team, he provided the spark in the first half around the ball and would go on to finish with three goals for the day.

Even though the Blues trailed by as much as 30 points during the second term, they fought their way back into the contests with back-to-back goals to Will Carrington, and Mo Akoch closing the gap to three points at the final change.

St Kevin’s and Old Melburnians didn’t reach any great heights as a spectacle. The reigning premiers got the job done by 33 points with most of the damage done on the scoreboard during the third term. Keeping the OM’s goalless in the first quarter, the margin stayed at 11 points at the main change before SKOB pulled away.

Taking into account the way the season has played out, and what’s left in the year, you would have been forgiven for thinking the Blues would storm the castle and run away with the points. The red and black mafia wouldn’t be denied, Denis Symeopoulos and Dan Robinson willed themselves to every contest, Marcus Stavrou played a captains game, and Jack Boyd has dispelled any myths that big fella’s can only win hitouts.

Paddy Kerr with another four goals. He now has 11 from his past three outings and for all the focus the Collegians forward line is getting, the premiership full-forward of 2022 is starting to get motoring. Will Coates is doing similar in the ruck. Without Mitch Wallis and Luke Winter, Sandringham’s VFL captain Anthony Seaton was able to slot into the team as well as two more debutants Ethan Bowden and Christian Woolrich.

A killer blow to the Blues who went down by 25 points, and fall from second to fourth with a fortnight to go. Old Xaverians are safe. Even if the most pessimistic of people believe that not to be the case. Old Haileybury is the next challenge in a fortnight.

Sitting in third with 7% the gap to Old Scotch in second, the most successful team in this era will take this weekend’s break to full advantage and then set up the biggest dingdong battle of 2023, Collegians in Round 17 at the TH King.

In the relegation zone it’s starting to get even tighter. Collegians will likely finish as the minor premiers in 2023. Two games ahead of Old Scotch, St Kevin’s and University Blues. With a percentage line of 184.31% – It makes for fine reading. However, for fans of the Lions, your September starts early. After this weekend’s bye, St Kevin’s THE AMATEUR FOOTBALLER 2023

Importantly for Old Melburnians, despite the loss, they weren’t blown out of the water and they stay well within touching distance of Old Haileybury. University Blues in a fortnight before finishing with Caulfield Grammarians in the game that will decide their fate.

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2023 WILLIAM BUCK PREMIER MEN’S Like Old Haileybury, they need and have to win one, they’ll want to win both. Percentage will not be enough to have them in the VAFA’s topflight in 2024.

Percentage, at this stage, is enough for Old Scotch to lay claim to second spot on the ladder. Back on the winners list after last weeks loss to St Kevin’s, this weekend a 60 point victory over University Blacks.

A 5-goal opening quarter started the day on a strong note for the Cardinals. Despite the Blacks’ best efforts, they were unable to bridge the gap by half time. After the main break, the Cardinals went to work with another eight goals, most impressive was the nature of the defence holding Uni Blacks to just one more goal during that time.

Ryan Valentine and Tyler Sellers, future stars of the VFL combined for six of the 16 goals the Cardinals kicked. If they’re too remain in this side for September, they’re going to be tough to beat.

Sam Grant fought out of his division against Josh Steadman and took the points. Ben Hays and Brodie Easton patrolling the half-back flanks and wings. The learnings from seven days ago, on show at the Melbourne Uni. Caulfield Grammarians and Collegians are the final two games for Scotch. Victory in Round 17 could see them lock into a top two position.

Blacks will be disappointed with the final result, they’ve had plenty to like in the second half of the season. Old Brighton at Brighton Beach Oval the next assignment before finishing with traditional rivals Uni Blues in Round 18.

Incredibly, Old Brighton’s season still has a pulse. It’s a small one, can barely be heard, but it’s still there. Putting Caulfield Grammarians away to the tune of 105 points.

They’re two games and 4% behind University Blues. Should they win their final two matches, and the world comes crashing down for Uni Blues, the Tonners could well feature in September.

They’ve done it before.

Jordan Segar and Kai Dimattina combined for six goals against the Fields. Darby Hipwell and Tom Blamires both welcomed returns from Sandringham. Oli Lowe turned into an enemy of his Sandy teammates returning to the Fields line up.

Whilst a positive for Caulfield was seeing Oscar Roberts make his VFL debut for Port Melbourne, it left the Fields even more vulnerable down in defence.

A strong first quarter before Old Brighton got on top, 17 goals to two after quarter time.

Uni Blacks and the Old Xaverians are the last two games for Old Brighton. Old Scotch and Old Melburnians the remaining games for the Fields.

One last bye before the business end of the year. A chance for us all to take stock. And still, we are no closer to knowing who’s going to finish where.

Old Brighton 2.5 10.10 17.15 19.20 (134) Caulfield Grammarians 2.3 3.5 3.5 4.5 (29) GOALS: Old Brighton: J. Segar 3, K. Dimattina 3, B. Pryor 2, J. Hope 2, T. Fisher 2, D. Hipwell 2, M. Benier 2, H. Hill 1 Caulfield Grammarians: O. Lowe 1, J. McMahon 1, W. Kennedy 1, J. Webster 1 BEST: Old Brighton: D. Hipwell, W. Lewis, P. Olivier, H. Hill, M. Benier, L. Macnab Caulfield Grammarians: J. Webster, R. Pietsch, W. Kennedy, J. McMahon, J. McCLELLAND, J. Ellwood Collegians 2.3 5.3 10.7 14.10 (94) Old Haileybury 0.0 2.2 4.4 6.6 (42) GOALS: Collegians: W. Pocknee 4, D. Mirra 3, N. Canny 2, L. Ferguson 2, D. Thomas 2, M. Pinchbeck 1 Old Haileybury: M. Kirkwood-Scott 1, B. Yates 1, N. Gooda 1, J. Munro 1, B. Steele 1, B. Seccull 1 BEST: Collegians: N. Canny, C. Cassidy, M. Pinchbeck, J. Watson, J. Bazzani, W. Pewtress Old Haileybury: B. Seccull, S. Gilbert, S. Loewe, D. Seccull, L. Treverton, N. Gooda Old Xaverians 2.2 6.6 7.6 10.11 (71) University Blues 0.4 2.6 6.9 6.10 (46) GOALS: Old Xaverians: M. Batten 3, J. Boyd 2, D. Symeopoulos 1, M. Stavrou 1, J. Hewitt 1, C. Holmes 1, H. Bell 1 University Blues: M. Akoch 2, S. Cozens 2, W. Carrington 2 BEST: Old Xaverians: D. Robinson, C. Holmes, J. Boyd, M. Stavrou, M. Batten, D. Symeopoulos University Blues: G. LaCava, M. Buchanan, M. Taylor, W. Carrington, E. Ziebarth, C. O’Shea St Kevins 2.3 5.5 10.6 14.8 (92) Old Melburnians 0.4 3.6 5.8 8.11 (59) GOALS: St Kevins: P. Kerr 4, T. Jok 3, S. Tucker 2, C. Jones 1, H. Wardlaw 1, C. Hodges 1, J. Wallis 1, P. Edgar 1 Old Melburnians: J. Regan 2, B. Haysman 2, W. Richards 1, J. Paine 1, S. Kelly 1, E. Nichols 1 BEST: St Kevins: W. Coates, J. Wallis, S. Kennedy, T. Jok, H. Wardlaw, C. Hodges Old Melburnians: E. Nichols, D. Coffield, G. Hurley-Wellington, B. Harding, W. Richards Old Scotch 5.0 8.3 11.5 16.7 (103) University Blacks 2.1 4.2 5.9 5.13 (43) GOALS: Old Scotch: T. Sellers 3, R. Valentine 3, A. Jones 2, C. Goodison 2, J. Tarrant 1, H. Bromell 1, T. Blenheim 1, H. Brown 1, J. McCorkell 1, A. Jelbart 1 University Blacks: N. Hey 2, T. Cousins 1, A. Makieng 1, A. Steere 1 BEST: Old Scotch: B. Hays, B. Easton, H. Bromell, A. Noblet, S. Grant, J. McCorkell University Blacks: N. Hey, L. Knight, H. Robertson, T. Cousins, S. McKenzie, M. Dow

2023 PREMIER RESERVE MEN’S Old Brighton 7.5 14.9 21.19 29.24 (198) Caulfield Grammarians 2.1 2.1 2.2 4.2 (26) GOALS: Old Brighton: C. Hathway 4, S. Flockart 4, J. Hayter 3, C. Aloi 3, K. Stewart 3, D. Caruso 2, L. Caldwell 2, J. Travers 1, M. Freeman 1, C. Hicks 1, B. Jakobi 1, A. Dewar 1, B. Jarick 1, J. Cowling 1, M. Slater 1 Caulfield Grammarians: D. Reilly 2, T. Small 1, H. Retschko 1 BEST: Old Brighton: L. Caldwell, C. Tremlett, M. Slater, T. Skewes, J. Hayter, B. Glennon Caulfield Grammarians: L. Bevis, J. Wallace, A. Farrell, N. Bertino, O. Macvean, J. Sutherland Collegians 2.4 12.7 15.8 18.16 (124) Old Haileybury 2.1 4.2 9.4 10.8 (68) GOALS: Collegians: J. Carroll 6, W. Dean 3, M. Singleton 3, E. McMeekin 2, W. Oakley Kerr 2, J. Poulos 1, F. Siassios 1 Old Haileybury: L. Hood 4, W. Barrie 2, T. McPhee 1, G. Aivatoglou 1, S. Stefanakis 1, J. Gown 1 BEST: Collegians: F. Siassios, T. Otter, W. Macdonald, E. McMeekin, C. Watson, J. Carroll Old Haileybury: J. Hewitt, L. Hood, W. Barrie, S. Stefanakis, C. Nolan, J. Gown Old Xaverians 3.2 8.3 10.4 12.8 (80) University Blues 4.1 5.3 11.5 11.8 (74) GOALS: Old Xaverians: M. Handley 5, J. Lowe 2, E. Kennedy 2, C. Niall 1, D. O’Loughlin 1, E. Ralph 1 University Blues: F. McIvor 3, D. Barker 2, W. Mcculloch 2, N. Evans 1, L. Turnbull-Gent 1, H. Clatworthy 1, B. Coleman 1 BEST: Old Xaverians: W. Brusnahan, M. Handley, J. Hansen, E. Kennedy, C. Niall, D. Panotis University Blues: N. Evans, W. Mcculloch, F. McIvor, H. Clatworthy, L. Turnbull-Gent, A. Muhor St Kevins 2.4 5.7 8.10 11.11 (77) Old Melburnians 2.3 2.7 3.9 5.9 (39) GOALS: St Kevins: A. Hart 4, Z. Ginies 2, J. Brown 1, T. Feehan 1, L. Mahoney 1, V. Stevancevic 1, A. McQuie 1 Old Melburnians: S. Gibbons 2, O. Dowd 1, B. Jackson 1, D. Dowling 1 BEST: St Kevins: P. Croagh, O. Phillips, C. Gleeson, A. Hart, H. Serpell, J. Darmody Old Melburnians: L. Templeton, O. Dowd, S. Gibbons, C. Long, A. Williams, S. Anderson Old Scotch 6.3 9.6 13.9 15.13 (103) University Blacks 0.1 1.1 5.1 7.1 (43) GOALS: Old Scotch: F. Morrisby 3, R. Spark 3, H. Japp 2, T. Clarke 2, H. Wild 2, A. Harding 1, H. Bolton 1, R. Walsh 1 University Blacks: O. Bouchez 2, L. Pereira 2, W. Baker 1, J. Perks 1, S. Henning 1 BEST: Old Scotch: R. Hopkins, C. Schilling, F. Morrisby, R. Walsh, R. Spark, M. Suttle University Blacks: S. Robertson, A. Conheady, S. Ackland-Evans, H. King, B. Little, O. Bouchez 3

WILLIAM BUCK PREMIER WOMEN’S Annie Ireland

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Caulfield take down the Bears, as Coburg cause upset of their own Old Scotch had an incredibly dominant victory over Fitzroy on the weekend, keeping them to two goals for the game to record a 65-point victory. The tone for the game was set in the first quarter, when the Cardinals kicked 4.4. They were quieter throughout the second and third quarter, recording three goals in that period, yet a dominant four goal fourth quarter saw them run away with an easy victory.

With just two rounds of the William Buck Premier Women’s Competition remaining, a big upset for a finals favourite on the weekend has made the race to finals a lot more interesting.

Caulfield Grammarians are making a strong push for home as they come down the straight, with their eyes firmly set on finals. They came out firing and were able to do what only one other has managed this season and knocked off finals favourite Kew. They now find themselves with a handy one-match buffer ahead of Collegians, comfortably in fourth position on the ladder at the conclusion of Round 16.

On a tough day for Fitzroy, Molly Tancred was a shining light with two goals for her team. For the Cardinals, Lucy Morley was evidently best on ground with a four-goal performance, whilst Jade Wise and Mietta Kendall both recorded two goals apiece.

The 17-point victory could have been a lot more comprehensive, given they kicked six behinds. Kew managed to get plenty of the ball in the first term, scoring 1.7 to give them a narrow lead, in a low-scoring affair. However, accuracy was also an issue for Kew, given the fact they failed to register a score for the rest of the game.

Next weekend, Fitzroy will host Collegians whilst the Cardinals have a bye before a final home and away match in Round 18.

In a low scoring affair on Saturday afternoon, West Brunswick had a 15-point win over Melbourne Uni Women’s. Melbourne Uni were only able to register one goal for the game, coming in the third quarter after they failed to score at all in the first half.

Kew’s singular goal came through Rachael McDonough which saw her appear in the best, whilst it was Olivia Storer who was their best overall. Meanwhile for victors, Caulfield, each of their goals had a different goalkicker.

Ellie Cleland was their best, whilst Chloe O’Malley continued her impressive season.

West Brunswick’s 3 goals came off the boots of three different players in what was very much a team effort.

It wasn’t until the final term when the Magpies really turned up the heat to score a further 2.1, claiming victory.

Next weekend, Kew will play Coburg at Piranha Park whilst Caulfield will play Melbourne Uni at their home ground.

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West Brunswick will face their toughest challenge next weekend as they take on reigning premiers St Kevin’s at Righetti Oval next weekend, whilst Melbourne Uni will host Caulfield Grammarians.

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ROUND 16 RESULTS

2023 WILLIAM BUCK PREMIER WOMEN’S Caulfield Grammarians Kew FC

1.0 1.7

1.2 1.7

2.5 1.7

4.6 (30) 1.7 (13)

GOALS: Caulfield Grammarians: I. Lehman 1, M. Mottram 1, A. Rogers 1, J. Mount 1 Kew FC: R. McDonough 1 BEST: Caulfield Grammarians: E. Cleland, C. O’Malley, I. Tomas, S. Pribil, E. Baxter Kew FC: O. Storer, S. Griffin, A. Melnikas, L. Rinaldi, R. McDonough, C. Holmes Old Scotch Fitzroy FC

4.4 0.0

6.5 1.0

7.8 2.0

11.11 (77) 2.0 (12)

GOALS: Old Scotch: L. Morley 4, M. Kendall 2, J. Wise 2, J. Mifsud 1, K. Smith 1, M. Fraser-Smith 1

In the final game of the round on Sunday afternoon, Coburg had a surprise victory over Collegians. This result sees the middle order all tied up on 32-points on the ladder, only separated by percentage.

Coburg’s impressive first half was where the game was won, scoring 34 points by the main break to Collegians’ one goal. However, Collegians found themselves staging a late comeback with 21 points in the second half, managing to slow down the Lions’ scoring.

Claire Cashman and Georgia Sampson both had two goals to their names for the game, whilst it was Teah Stepan who was the best on ground for Coburg. Collegians did not register their goalkickers or best players at the time of writing.

Round 17 will see Collegians travel to Brunswick St Oval to play Fitzroy, whilst Coburg hosts Kew at Piranha Park.

Fitzroy FC: M. Tancred 2 BEST: Old Scotch: L. Morley, S. Anghie, J. Jackson, J. Mifsud, M. Kendall, M. Caffry Fitzroy FC: A. Lay, T. Young, C. Blake, G. Bennett, R. Randell, M. Tancred West Brunswick AFC Melbourne University

1.1 0.0

1.2 0.0

1.2 1.0

3.3 (21) 1.0 (6)

GOALS: West Brunswick AFC: U. Fithall 1, M. Convery 1, T. Watson 1 Melbourne University: B. Hudson 1 BEST: West Brunswick AFC: A. Fithall, G. Walsh, J. Webster, T. Watson, J. Dunne, M. Convery Melbourne University: F. Walsh, K. Archer, N. Washington, I. Grutzner, M. Pritchard, M. Salafia Coburg Collegians

2.2 1.0

5.4 1.0

5.6 3.1

6.6 (42) 5.1 (31)

GOALS: Coburg: G. Sampson 2, C. Cashman 2, L. Collis 1, M. D’Agostino 1 Collegians: P. Rafferty 1, G. Harris 1, K. Slattery 1, R. Grant 1, M. Harrison 1 BEST: Coburg: T. Stepan, G. Sampson, T. Dinuccio, C. Cashman, L. Collis, N. Phipps Collegians: P. Rafferty, K. Slattery, A. Kamberis, R. Grant, E. Mirabella

2023 PREMIER WOMEN’S RESERVE Kew FC Caulfield Grammarians

3.0 0.1

5.1 0.1

7.4 1.2

10.7 (67) 1.2 (8)

GOALS: Kew FC: Y. Vinycomb 3, K. Shaw 3, E. Richards 2, J. Carey 1, G. Wyett 1 Caulfield Grammarians: E. Mount 1 BEST: Kew FC: G. Wyett, Y. Vinycomb, E. Buckley, E. Burdett-Moore, J. Gould, K. Shaw Caulfield Grammarians: C. Ryan, S. Fairhall, C. Hewitt, R. Hong, N. Ridley, R. Selladurai Old Scotch Fitzroy FC

1.2 1.0

5.4 1.0

7.7 1.0

9.10 (64) 2.0 (12)

GOALS: Old Scotch: H. Smith 4, C. Allen 1, L. Johnson 1, S. Rennie 1, P. Danks 1, A. Boreham 1 Fitzroy FC: C. Kelly 1, E. Olney 1 BEST: Old Scotch: T. Wischusen, H. Smith, Z. Carter, T. Spowart, S. Rennie, A. Boreham Fitzroy FC: S. Amy, J. Hayes, E. Campbell, H. Collett, K. Haig, E. Bourke West Brunswick AFC Melbourne University

4.3 0.0

6.8 0.0

9.12 0.0

12.17 (89) 0.0 (0)

GOALS: West Brunswick AFC: K. Krithararis 3, I. Bulford 2, B. Hayes 2, M. Mullins 1, I. Reynolds 1, A. Bell 1, S. Kavanagh 1, A. McDonald 1

ROUND 17 TIPS

Melbourne University:

Coburg

v

Kew

BEST: West Brunswick AFC: M. Mullins, S. Townsend, B. Hayes, I. Reynolds, K. Krithararis, I. Bulford

Fitzroy

v

Collegians

Melbourne University: E. Jorgensen, E. Martin, O. Odgers, S. Senior, N. Bulach

Melbourne Uni

v

Caulfield

Coburg Collegians

St Kevins

v

West Brunswick

GOALS: Coburg:

4.3 0.0

8.5 0.0

12.7 0.0

Collegians: BEST: Coburg: Collegians: A. Godfrey, Z. Gurr, E. Mirabella, S. Stoney, D. Ellie, I. Payne 5

13.13 (91) 0.0 (0)

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Tigers and Sharks shaking things up in Premier B Fitzroy’s Aiden Lambert was handy down forward with four goals while the Tigers were assisted by Jack Ferraro who finished with four and was named as their best. Chris Mangoni also played a part in the forward line with three majors.

With only two rounds to come this season, the middle part of the ladder continues to be tight as Beaumaris mount a finals race which started with them defeating Old Geelong on the weekend. Likewise, St Bedes/ Mentone have kept things interesting with a win over the second placed Fitzroy in a round that was vitally important for clubs with their seasons still alive.

For the Roys, it’s a loss that will sting, particularly heading into September where momentum is crucial for teams vying for the ultimate success. The Tigers finish the round inside the four, but they must win their final two games against De La Salle and Williamstown with the Sharks holding a significantly higher percentage.

While inaccuracy caused some minor problems, Beaumaris were able to secure a 65-point win against Old Geelong at Banksia Reserve. The Sharks finished with a staggering 40 shots on goal but converting in front of goal was an issue with 25 behinds for the afternoon. Despite this, Joel Cusack showed some polish with five majors along with Ben Hempel who kicked four.

De La Salle found themselves in an unusual situation with an incredibly low scoring match against Old Trinity with the rain clearly causing problems for both sides. Old Trinity finished the day with just two goals while De La Salle was only able to get the win with just five goals.

Old Geelong was restricted to just 7 goals for the match with Beaumaris putting on a blistering second half as they dominated the ball movement and maintained much of the possession. The Sharks ruckman Callum Heath was once against their best as he continues his fine year, with he and Harry Thompson of Old Trinity standing out as two of the strongest ruckman in the competition. The win for the Sharks see’s them now on equal points with Old Geelong and only a game behind De La Salle and St Bedes/Mentone who sit in the four.

De La Salle’s Joshua Cumberlidge kicked two majors with Lachlan Gawel their best on ground. For De La Salle they continue their run to the finals in third spot but with the unpredictability of the season they too will be under pressure to perform during the final two rounds.

The final two games of the round were somewhat predictable with Williamstown defeating Monash Blues by 47 points and St Bernards beating AJAX by 93 points. While they won’t be playing finals, the season from Williamstown has been a positive one with a young developing list continuing to gain experience at a strong level. Oskar Manton again was busy up forward with four goals while Will Smyth also kicked four goals.

St Bedes/Mentone Tigers kept their finals hopes intact with an 8-point victory over Fitzroy. In what was a fantastic high scoring game, the Tigers were able to kick six goals in the first quarter to edge the margin at quarter time out to 19 points. The final change saw the Tigers 20 points in front before the Roys got going in the last kicking four goals to two.

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ROUND 16 RESULTS

2023 PREMIER B MEN’S Beaumaris 5.3 8.11 12.15 15.25 (115) Old Geelong 2.5 4.6 5.7 7.8 (50) GOALS: Beaumaris: J. Cusack 5, B. Hempel 4, J. Freeman 2, J. Di Natale 2, C. Heath 1, T. Spencer 1 Old Geelong: W. Stephenson 2, C. Dixon 2, T. Furphy 1, T. Wilson 1, L. Morfoot 1 BEST: Beaumaris: C. Heath, C. Linehan, M. Harms, J. Cusack, B. Hempel, B. Mathews Old Geelong: L. Morfoot, T. Jones, S. Dixon, B. Austin, T. Furphy, N. Morwood

The Snowdogs continue to build momentum at a crucial stage of the season which again saw a plethora of goal kickers hit the score board. Dom Sullivan kicked five majors for the afternoon and joined the list of their 10 goals kickers, six of which had two or more goals while Ethan Schumann was named the Snowdogs best player.

Premier B have a chance to regroup and tighten up on those areas that need improving as they head into a bye round, ahead of what will be a mammoth final two matches of the home and away season for 2023.

Williamstown CYMS 3.2 8.5 13.8 17.9 (111) Monash Blues 1.4 5.4 7.6 9.10 (64) GOALS: Williamstown CYMS: O. Manton 4, W. Smyth 4, R. Chan 3, J. Haines 2, C. Diwell 1, R. Diwell 1, J. Noonan 1, Z. Galea 1 Monash Blues: A. Bennett 3, M. King 2, T. Trevena 1, W. Snookes 1, J. Flett 1, L. Buck 1 BEST: Williamstown CYMS: J. Haines, J. Noonan, R. Chan, O. Manton, J. Harrison, W. Smyth Monash Blues: J. Flett, C. Stratford, D. Easson, M. King, A. Bennett, C. Simpson De La Salle 1.2 2.5 3.6 Old Trinity 0.1 0.2 1.2 GOALS: De La Salle: J. Cumberlidge 2, C. Algeri 1, T. Shannon 1, S. Williams 1 Old Trinity: J. Heath 1, D. Payman 1 BEST: De La Salle: L. Gawel, S. Fisher, J. Lloyd, S. Williams, L. Healy, N. Curwood Old Trinity: C. Beasley, A. Emery, E. Weatherson, L. Martin, B. Littlefield, C. Pohl

5.8 (38) 2.3 (15)

St Bedes / Mentone Tigers 6.3 10.5 12.9 14.12 (96) Fitzroy 3.2 6.4 9.7 13.10 (88) GOALS: St Bedes / Mentone Tigers: J. Ferraro 4, J. Mangoni 3, B. Murphy 2, B. O’Toole 2, M. Barnes 1, A. Cross 1, D. Garside 1 Fitzroy: A. Lambert 4, J. Turner 2, G. Pyers 2, P. Curcio 2, C. Faubel 2, L. Ramshaw 1 BEST: St Bedes / Mentone Tigers: J. Ferraro, C. Mangoni, N. Taylor, B. Murphy, L. Palfrey, Z. Calvez Fitzroy: M. Ellis, L. Baker, J. McKAY, D. Toohey, T. Clayton, J. Wotherspoon St Bernards 3.3 9.5 17.8 22.11 (143) AJAX 2.3 3.5 5.6 7.7 (49) GOALS: St Bernards: D. Sullivan 5, B. Huggard 3, O. Liberatore 3, J. Farrell 3, N. Di Lizio 2, M. Gregory 2, F. McNicol 1, C. Vague 1, L. Di Lizio 1, L. Said 1 AJAX: D. Goodman 3, D. Cohen 2, B. Krongold 1, J. Cohen 1 BEST: St Bernards: E. Schumann, B. Huggard, J. Farrell, D. Sullivan, K. Bharathi, J. Agresta AJAX: N. Lewis, D. Raiter, D. Goodman, B. Efron, J. Hart, B. Krongold

2023 PREMIER B RESERVE MEN’S Beaumaris 4.2 7.5 13.10 17.12 (114) Old Geelong 0.1 2.3 4.5 5.6 (36) GOALS: Beaumaris: J. Rodwell 3, J. Evans 2, J. Ward 2, O. Phillips 2, M. Lucas 1, N. Beveridge 1, J. Davidson 1, K. Thomson 1, J. Tinker 1, M. Lovejoy 1, E. McTAGGART 1, L. Diggins 1 Old Geelong: A. Crowe 2, D. Gist 2, H. Rowlands 1 BEST: Beaumaris: Old Geelong: T. Lever, L. Morwood, H. Rowlands, L. Maiden, W. Beattie, E. Ratcliffe Monash Blues 3.1 5.2 6.8 9.11 (65) Williamstown CYMS 2.1 3.8 4.10 4.10 (34) GOALS: Monash Blues: J. Godfrey 4, R. Obrien 2, P. Clifton 2, J. Meaclem 1 Williamstown CYMS: P. Galic 2, C. Egbujor 1, A. Battisti 1 BEST: Monash Blues: O. Widdicombe, J. Godfrey, A. Kennedy, R. Phillips, S. Lawson, K. Durdin Williamstown CYMS: A. Battisti, J. Close, P. Galic, H. Azzopardi, D. Furlong, C. Taylor Old Trinity 2.1 5.4 9.7 11.9 (75) De La Salle 1.1 1.1 2.1 2.2 (14) GOALS: Old Trinity: L. Scobie 4, L. McLean 2, M. Scott 1, F. Robertson 1, T. Rasdell 1, S. Barendregt 1, O. Stella 1 De La Salle: T. Robinson 1, D. Melissinos 1 BEST: Old Trinity: L. Chiaramonte, F. Robertson, E. Satur, W. Macafee, O. Stella, L. Scobie De La Salle: C. Aitken, L. Roberton, J. Hanley, B. Richter, T. Robinson, C. Day Fitzroy 3.6 9.11 14.17 18.18 (126) St Bedes / Mentone Tigers 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.2 (2) GOALS: Fitzroy: B. Fendyk 6, W. Zaghis 3, C. Harward 2, H. Staples 2, B. Sipek 2, M. Larkin 1, R. Richardson 1, D. Winstanley 1 St Bedes / Mentone Tigers: BEST: Fitzroy: B. Ackland, W. Hodgman, T. Holmes, A. Johnson, M. Nelson, H. Solomon St Bedes / Mentone Tigers: C. Ladds, L. Carey, S. Randall, F. Neaves, C. Duffy, H. Gardner St Bernards 3.2 10.3 12.5 13.11 (89) AJAX 0.2 0.5 0.5 0.5 (5) GOALS: St Bernards: D. Colaco 5, T. Riley 3, J. Comito 2, D. Pollock 2, N. Foley 1 AJAX: BEST: St Bernards: R. Spicer, J. Comito, A. Hooper, D. Colaco, H. Fuller, R. James AJAX: J. Machlin, J. Tonkin, D. Rothschild, E. Herszberg, A. Caplan 9

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Top four continue march to finals St Bedes/Mentone Tigers put on a dominant display against Mazenod, securing a convincing victory.

The Tigers controlled the game right from the start, preventing Mazenod from gaining any foothold.

The VAFA Premier B Women’s competition continued to deliver exciting action in Round 16, with four compelling matches as we approach finals.

In the match of the round at Jubilee Park, Aquinas OC emerged victorious against Old Yarra Cobras by 27 points. A four goal second quarter was the difference, as they went on to kick seven goals to three in what should give the girls plenty of confidence ahead of the finals series.

M. Pearson was the standout performer for the Tigers, scoring three goals and playing a pivotal role in their team’s success. M. Tilley and M. Wilson added two goals each, showcasing their scoring prowess.

Despite their efforts, Mazenod OC struggled to find their rhythm on offense, failing to score a goal. St Bedes/Mentone’s solid defence and organized attack proved to be too much to handle.

M. Hogg stood out for Aquinas, contributing three crucial goals to their final score, while H. Spicer added two more to the tally. M. Dargan and L. McHugh also made valuable contributions with their goals. Old Yarra Cobras fought hard throughout the game, but they couldn’t match Aquinas’ intensity. P. Cula-Reid, A. Murray, and T. Limburg scored their team’s goals.

Brunswick emerged victorious in a tightly contested match against nearby rivals North Brunswick.

Despite the low-scoring affair, the match was filled with intensity and determined efforts from both sides, as is always the case in this match-up.

Monash Blues demonstrated their dominance with a convincing victory over Richmond Central. Monash controlled the game from the beginning, building a solid lead and maintaining their advantage until the final siren.

K. Sullivan played a crucial role for Brunswick, contributing two goals to their final tally. N. Kingi and A. Ross added one goal each, helping their team secure the victory.

E. Draffin and N. Newman led the scoring for Monash, each contributing a goal. A. Purtill, S. Bingham, and A. Hansen played pivotal roles in their team’s success, delivering standout performances.

M. Bentley scored North Brunswick’s lone goal, displaying their determination to compete against a strong opponent. Despite the result, both teams showcased their skills and resilience, making for an engaging contest.

Despite their best efforts, Richmond Central struggled to gain momentum, managing only one goal for the match. E. Seymour-Pessah scored their lone goal, showcasing resilience in the face of a tough opponent.

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ROUND 16 RESULTS

2023 PREMIER B WOMEN’S Aquinas OC 1.2 5.5 6.5 7.7 (49) Old Yarra Cobras 2.1 2.2 3.2 3.2 (20) GOALS: Aquinas OC: M. Hogg 3, H. Spicer 2, M. Dargan 1, L. McHugh 1 Old Yarra Cobras: P. Cula-Reid 1, A. Murray 1, T. Limburg 1 BEST: Aquinas OC: M. Dargan, R. Christgoergl, M. Hogg, N. Derksen , S. Patterson, L. McHugh Old Yarra Cobras: C. Moody, A. Bernardo, Z. Scanlon, B. Pascoe, G. Hatton Monash Blues 2.6 3.6 5.8 7.10 (52) Richmond Central 0.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 (6) GOALS: Monash Blues: E. Draffin 2, N. Newman 1, S. Bingham 1, T. Heath 1, A. Purtill 1, M. McFarlane 1 Richmond Central: E. Seymour-Pessah 1 BEST: Monash Blues: A. Purtill, S. Bingham, A. Hansen, C. Linehan, N. Newman, T. Heath Richmond Central: C. Kirwan, L. Quinton, J. Toms-Wedge, D. Lai, S. Talarico St Bedes/Mentone Tigers 3.4 6.4 6.6 7.6 (48) Mazenod OC 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.1 (1) GOALS: St Bedes/Mentone Tigers: M. Pearson 3, M. Tilley 2, M. Wilson 2 Mazenod OC: BEST: St Bedes/Mentone Tigers: O. Steinfort, M. Tilley, C. Ward, M. Pearson, G. Ricardo, M. Sykes Mazenod OC: Z. Hunt, E. Stewart, I. Skantzos, T. Wiropuspito, M. Buccella, E. Camerotto Brunswick 1.2 2.2 3.3 4.3 (27) North Brunswick 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.2 (8) GOALS: Brunswick: K. Sullivan 2, N. Kingi 1, A. Ross 1 North Brunswick: M. Bentley 1 BEST: Brunswick: G. Milton, C. Woodhouse, I. Jones, E. Cole, J. Collins North Brunswick: E. McLeod Goodman, M. Franks, C. Bronte, D. Adams, L. Balcombe, G. McKenzie

2023 PREMIER B WOMEN’S RESERVE Aquinas OC 0.1 1.2 2.2 7.3 (45) Old Yarra Cobras 0.1 0.1 1.1 1.1 (7) GOALS: Aquinas OC: E. Box 3, A. Guerin 1, G. McKenna 1, I. Schneiders 1, S. Hatt 1 Old Yarra Cobras: A. Jones 1 BEST: Aquinas OC: A. Broderick, T. Burdett-Costello, A. Saunders, G. McKenna, E. Box, G. Thomson Old Yarra Cobras: K. Answerth, C. Scaife, C. Tuckett, A. Jevric, S. San RICHMOND CENTRAL v. MONASH BLUES Round 16 - 12/08/2023 Monash Blues won by foreit.

Brunswick 1.1 3.8 3.8 3.8 (26) North Brunswick 1.0 1.3 1.3 1.3 (9) GOALS: Brunswick: M. McCarthy Harding 1, L. Bell 1, G. DiBenedtto 1 North Brunswick: R. Haywood 1 BEST: Brunswick: M. Lakos, E. Mellors, D. O’Connell, K. Sullivan, E. Daddow North Brunswick: A. Dorey, C. Hoskinson, J. Alcon, R. Haywood, T. ShieldsBathgate, K. McCollam Mazenod OC 0.1 2.1 4.2 4.2 (26) St Bedes/Mentone Tigers 0.0 0.2 1.5 1.5 (11) GOALS: Mazenod OC: E. Hopkins 3, P. Bassan 1 St Bedes/Mentone Tigers: M. George 1 BEST: Mazenod OC: K. Salvini, A. Yiannios, E. Hopkins, A. Russell, S. Janssen, J. Jordan St Bedes/Mentone Tigers: M. George, B. Millen, J. Honey, G. Mackay, E. Antoniadis, T. Pastore 11

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And then there were four: Vultures demolish Mazenod to secure finals spot Speaking of Old Camberwell, they have asserted their dominance over the competition with a significant 22-point victory against Old Ivanhoe. Despite holding only an 8-point lead at three-quarter time, Old Camberwell exhibited control throughout the day.

Round 16 of the Premier C Men’s competition has solidified the four teams that will compete in the finals.

However, the specific order of these top 4 teams remains uncertain with two rounds remaining.

The standout match of the week turned out to be a complete blowout, as the Parkdale Vultures dominated Mazenod, securing their spot in the finals and eliminating Mazenod from contention.

Impressively, eleven of their twenty-two players contributed at least one goal, highlighting their teamoriented and dominant approach.

Mazenod had a dismal outing, failing to pose a threat throughout the day. The Vultures steadily expanded their lead at every interval of the game, ultimately emerging victorious with a commanding 62-point lead.

Josh Manning and Jarrod Peake each scored three goals for Parkdale in the victory.

The outcome is a major setback for Old Ivanhoe, as securing a top 2 finish has become an uphill battle.

They now trail behind second-placed PEGS by one game. Fortunately for them, a showdown in the final round against PEGS could potentially determine the second-place finish.

Mazenod will lament the missed opportunity, as their season has concluded in an incredibly disappointing manner. On the contrary, the Vultures have extended their impressive winning streak to six matches, confirming their position in the finals with a likely 4th place finish.

Meanwhile, Old Camberwell is just one victory away from securing a minor premiership; a highly likely outcome as they face second-to-last Marcellin in the next round.

PEGS easily handled Marcellin this week, securing an 11-goal victory as they strive to solidify their top 2 finish. Jack Fenner’s exceptional performance was evident as he scored 5 goals in the convincing win.

The Vultures have demonstrated that they shouldn’t be dismissed from contention, with their victories over formidable opponents highlighting them as one of the most in-form teams of the competition, along with Old Camberwell.

Marcellin remains just one win ahead of the bottom, occupying the 8th spot on the 9-team ladder. Their primary focus now seems to be avoiding relegation, with the bottom team heading to Division 1 for the 2024 season.

As Parkdale heads into their bye week on a high note, they’ll be met by Old Camberwell on the other side.

This sets the stage for an exciting matchup just one week away from the finals.

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Old Carey battled Hampton Rovers in a low-scoring affair in the wet at Carey Sports Complex. The Rovers held a slight advantage at the main break and led by 5 points at the final change in what was a real arm wrestle.

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ROUND 16 RESULTS

2023 PREMIER C MEN’S PEGS Football Club 1.1 5.4 8.11 13.13 (91) Marcellin OC 1.1 3.1 4.1 4.1 (25) GOALS: PEGS Football Club: J. Fenner 5, P. MacDonough 2, J. Erougian 1, A. Binns 1, A. Macdonald 1, J. Young 1, D. Belia 1, O. Bales 1 Marcellin OC: M. Andros 1, A. Radatti 1, P. Howe 1, Z. Tolley 1 BEST: PEGS Football Club: B. Hannah, J. Fenner, C. Livori, J. Young, D. Belia, D. Scott Marcellin OC: M. Capetola, A. Tomaro, D. Di Paola, S. Beale, P. Howe, A. Prato

The pressure from both sides stepped up a gear in the final quarter, with Carey hitting the lead before Hampton finished strong with two late goals to seal a 13-point victory and officially avoid relegation. Josh McPherson kicked two goals for the Rovers in a best on ground performance.

With a league-wide bye scheduled for the upcoming weekend, the next round will test three of the top 4 teams against weaker opponents in crucial must-win games.

Old Camberwell, PEGS, and Old Ivanhoe all face these challenges with Parkdale having the week off.

Old Camberwell Grammarians 4.3 6.6 9.7 16.9 (105) Old Ivanhoe Grammarians 3.2 4.4 8.5 13.5 (83) GOALS: Old Camberwell Grammarians: L. Thomas 2, G. Kalargyros 2, R. Verbi 2, D. McColl 2, B. Hart 2, M. Powell 1, H. Laukens 1, H. McColl 1, L. Powell 1, A. Milham 1, J. KennedyHarris 1 Old Ivanhoe Grammarians: W. Murphy 3, M. Whiteman 2, N. Reeves-Smyth 2, H. Frazer 2, T. McManus 1, J. Powell 1, P. Naish 1, J. Bradley 1 BEST: Old Camberwell Grammarians: J. Allen, A. Milham, L. Thomas, G. Kalargyros, B. Hart, P. Blew Old Ivanhoe Grammarians: W. Murphy, N. Reeves-Smyth, H. Reid, H. Frazer, J. Powell, M. Whiteman Hampton Rovers 1.0 2.2 4.4 6.10 (46) Old Carey 0.3 1.6 2.11 3.15 (33) GOALS: Hampton Rovers: J. McPherson 2, L. Sharp 1, H. Garrow 1, H. McIntyre 1, B. Crothers 1 Old Carey: Z. Cochrane 1, Z. Adam 1, L. Godden 1 BEST: Hampton Rovers: J. McPherson, H. McIntyre, B. Crothers, C. Carnovale, L. O’driscoll, O. Roberts Old Carey: B. Andrews, T. Jepson, H. Hill, Z. Cochrane, S. Morarty, T. Findlay Parkdale Vultures 4.2 9.4 11.6 16.8 (104) Mazenod OC 1.4 2.5 2.8 5.12 (42) GOALS: Parkdale Vultures: J. Manning 3, J. Peake 3, J. Edwards 2, R. Macdermid 2, L. Bailey 2, L. Sargeant 1, H. Lynch 1, O. Green 1, L. Smith 1 Mazenod OC: M. D’Angelo 1, J. D’Angelo 1, D. Byrne 1, T. Warby 1, H. Boyce 1 BEST: Parkdale Vultures: C. Howell, H. Kilfoyle, L. Bailey, J. Elcock, C. Yee, L. Castle Mazenod OC: D. Byrne, S. Withers, L. Riley, L. Welsford, A. Kovac, T. McKenna

2023 PREMIER C RESERVE MEN’S Marcellin OC 1.4 3.8 5.11 9.14 (68) PEGS Football Club 0.5 2.7 5.10 5.10 (40) GOALS: Marcellin OC: H. Pertile 4, D. Ortisi 1, D. Lunn 1, J. Baxter 1, C. Bucoy 1, A. Newell 1 PEGS Football Club: A. Frazer 1, J. Willmore 1, D. Flaherty 1, R. Jones 1, E. Caddeo 1 BEST: Marcellin OC: H. Pertile, M. Lane, J. Cullen, A. Salvatore, D. Ortisi, H. May PEGS Football Club: A. Frazer, D. Flaherty, B. Thomson, Z. Hertz, A. Carlini, J. Latter-Gauci Old Ivanhoe Grammarians 3.5 5.8 6.10 10.14 (74) Old Camberwell Grammarians 2.0 2.1 3.4 3.4 (22) GOALS: Old Ivanhoe Grammarians: J. Erman 3, M. Mitris 2, G. Battistella 1, A. Stenta 1, A. Angelis 1, C. McManus 1, M. Del Monte 1 Old Camberwell Grammarians: N. Russell 1, C. MacCallum 1, C. Young 1 BEST: Old Ivanhoe Grammarians: O. Casamento, M. Mitris, T. Fidler, C. Goodlet, T. Corben, M. Del Monte Old Camberwell Grammarians: E. Runge, B. Craigie, D. Gaffney, A. Warburton, B. Kimmitt, P. Dennis

ROUND 17 TIPS Hampton Rovers

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Old Ivanhoe

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Old Carey

Marcellin OC

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Old Camberwell

PEGS

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Ormond

Old Carey 6.0 9.1 11.8 13.12 (90) Hampton Rovers 3.1 4.3 8.3 10.4 (64) GOALS: Old Carey: Z. Dempsey 3, M. Razums 3, S. Richards 2, E. Wise 1, J. Peterson 1, J. Walsh 1, T. Cooke 1, S. Inlander 1 Hampton Rovers: N. Jackson 3, A. Woolston 3, J. Bowditch 1, L. Odgers 1, T. Hutton 1, M. Ward 1 BEST: Old Carey: A. Jenkin, J. Cator, E. Wise, J. BEST: S. Inlander, C. Angus Hampton Rovers: J. Smith, A. Woolston, J. Bull, S. Somogyi, M. Ward, Z. Raghdo Parkdale Vultures 2.3 3.3 9.9 10.9 (69) Mazenod OC 1.4 2.7 3.8 5.9 (39) GOALS: Parkdale Vultures: D. Glascott 2, L. Marshall 2, K. Colella 1, L. Matic 1, D. Williamson 1, J. Vorbach 1, M. Hart 1, B. Austin 1 Mazenod OC: A. Palleschi 2, D. Hayes 1, W. Hayes 1, S. Deegan 1 BEST: Parkdale Vultures: L. Marshall, B. Hopcraft, K. Colella, L. Murie, B. Macdermid, L. Matic Mazenod OC: W. Hayes, A. Palleschi, J. Little, S. Deegan, B. Wales, L. Kirov 13

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Women’s Football Strategy Survey The VAFA has committed to having in place a long-term growth and development strategy for women’s football in time for the 2024 season as part of a key activity of the VAFA Strategic Plan.

Players, coaches and clubs involved with the VAFA women’s competition have been asked (via email) to complete a survey on a number of shared themes that have been raised from the VAFA community as well as from the VAFA Women’s Football Advisory Group.

Data and results from the surveys will be shared publicly with the VAFA community and will ultimately help shape and define the final strategy.

Carruthers Executive Coach of the Month - July Congratulations to Olivia Crowe from Glen Eira AFC for being named Carruthers Executive Coach of the Month.

Olivia was nominated by David Walter, Glen Eira AFC Vice President/Secretary.

David shared that “After an incredibility challenging 2022 season, Olivia has managed to grow our Senior Women’s playing list in 2023. This has been achieved by providing a welcoming environment that encourages development and is driving the team towards success.”

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Australian Venue Co. Volunteer of the Month - July Congratulations to Michael Tarrant from Old Carey Grammarians for being named Australian Venue Co. Volunteer of the Month. Michael the current President, also the Equipment Manager, and Women’s Liaison Officer was nominated by club Secretary Sam Hassett.

Sam shared that “Two years back the Old Carey committee had significantly dwindled and required a circuit breaker.

Michael a former head coach was solicited to take over and has singlehandedly led a resurgence of our off-field - which we ultimately see leading our on-field out of the mire.”

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Renowned MC and VAFA Premiership player Nat Edwards will again drive the afternoon interviewing these two stars about participating in the best month of the season, September.

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Women’s Rising Star Nominee Sophie Barnetson (Bulleen Templestowe) The VAFA congratulates Sophie Barnetson from Bulleen Templestowe Amateur Football Club who has been nominated as the Round 16 Anytime Fitness Rising Star. Sophie is nominated after her valiant performance on the weekend in a tough match that earned her a spot in the best, kicking 1 of the 2 goals scored for the day.

What the club said: Coach, John Mustafa said: “Sophie has worked extremely hard to improve, and her determination and never give up approach has paid dividends. A footballer you want on your side and want to coach.”

Men’s Rising Star Nominee Jack Ferraro (St Bedes/Mentone Tigers) The VAFA congratulates Jack Ferraro from St Bedes/Mentone Tigers, who has received the Men’s Anytime Fitness Rising Star nomination for Round 16. Jack has been building an impressive resume throughout his debut year in the seniors, which crescendoed in a dominant 4-goal, best on ground performance, that no doubt helped to get his side over the line against Fitzroy.

What the club said: Still only an 18-year-old Jack Ferraro has had a huge influence at the Tigers this year culminating in a 4-goal, best on ground performance in the important win against Fitzroy last weekend.

Jack has played every game in the Seniors this year and for one so young has a very cool head on his shoulders as he goes about his football.

Jack spends plenty of time in the midfield and roaming across the half forward line and is very dangerous near goals. He with his young teammates have formed an integral part of St Bedes’ climb up the Ladder into finals contention over the past 6 weeks.

A worthy nominee for this award.

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2023 VAFA FINALS SERIES THIRDS WOMEN’S – GRAND FINAL Sunday 20th August Competition

Home Team

Away Team

Time

Venue

Thirds Women’s

Kew

West Brunswick

2:30 PM

Whitefriars College

DIVISIONAL WOMEN’S – SEMI FINALS Saturday 19th August Competition

Final

Home Team

Away Team

Time

Division 2 Women’s

Semi-Final 1

Parkdale Vultures

Old Trinity

11:40 AM Gerry Green Reserve

Venue

Division 2 Women’s

Semi-Final 2

Williamstown CYMS

Albert Park

11:40 AM Fearon Reserve

Division 3 Women’s

Semi-Final 1

Oakleigh

AJAX

11:40 AM Scammel Reserve

Division 3 Women’s

Semi-Final 2

Power House

Glen Eira

9:20 AM

Ross Gregory Oval

Division 4 Women’s

Semi-Final 1

Preston Bullants

Wattle Park

9:20 AM

Ruthven Reserve

Division 4 Women’s

Semi-Final 2

UHS-VU

Old Carey

9:20 AM

Brens Oval

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Time

Division 1 Women’s

Semi-Final 1

Old Brighton

Marcellin

10:00 AM Whitefriars College

Division 1 Women’s

Semi-Final 2

Beaumaris

Old Melburnians

12:15 PM Whitefriars College

THIRDS MEN’S – SEMI FINALS Saturday 19th August Competition

Final

Home Team

Away Team

Time

Premier Thirds Men’s

Semi-Final 1

Old Scotch

St Kevin’s OB

12:30 PM Camberwell Sports Ground

Premier Thirds Men’s

Semi-Final 2

Thirds Division 1 Men’s Semi-Final 1

Venue

Fitzroy

Old Xaverians

4:15 PM

St Bernards

Old Geelong

11:40 AM St Bernards College

Brunswick Street Oval

Thirds Division 1 Men’s Semi-Final 2

Old Xaverians

Fitzroy

9:20 AM

Thirds Division 2 Men’s Semi-Final 2

Old Xaverians

Beaumaris

11:40 AM Basil Street Reserve

Stradbroke Park

Thirds Division 3 Men’s Semi-Final 1

Ormond

Old Brighton

11:40 AM E.E. Gunn Reserve

Thirds Division 3 Men’s Semi-Final 2

Richmond

Ivanhoe AFC

9:20 AM

Thirds Division 4 Men’s Semi-Final 1

AJAX

Parkside Football Club

12:30 PM Gary Smorgon Oval

Thirds Division 4 Men’s Semi-Final 2

Old Scotch

Old Xaverians

10:00 AM Camberwell Sports Ground

Thirds Division 5 Men’s Semi-Final 1

Mazenod

UHS-VU

9:40 AM

Central South Oval

Thirds Division 5 Men’s Semi-Final 2

Whitefriars

MHSOB

2:50 PM

Whitefriars College

Kevin Bartlett Reserve

Sunday 20th August Competition

Final

Thirds Division 2 Men’s Semi-Final 1

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Williamstown CYMS

AJAX

9:20 AM

Fearon Reserve

MECWACARE MASTERS – PRELIMINARY FINALS Sunday 20th August Competition

Final

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Mecwacare Masters

Prelim Final

Marcellin

St Kevins

2:30 PM

Marcellin College

Mecwacare Masters

Prelim Final

De La Salle

Oakleigh

3:00 PM

Waverley Oval

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DIVISION 1 MEN’S Ben Black

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Wayward Bears down Ivanhoe, as Lions just hanging onto fourth spot Oakleigh vs Therry Penola

UHS vs West Brunswick

The Krushers took on the in-form Therry Penola at W.A Scammell Reserve and played out one of the games of the round the first term, which was shown to be very high pressure with both teams eager to score.

UHS-VU put together a consistent 4-quarter performance against West Brunswick as they continue to gain momentum heading towards September, biting at the heels of fourth-place Therry Penola.

Jarred Egglestone once again asserting his dominance being a big presence for the Lions, whilst Aaron Clock showed why he is the competition’s best forward, booting four classy majors; and just one step closer to earning the leading goal kicker award. The Krushers bounced back with five majors in the second, really taking the game away from the Lions, maintaining second spot on the ladder.

The Magpies had more scoring shots in the opening term, however, it was UHS who were more accurate in front of goal and took a lead early. Jeffrey Fox led the charge for UHS-VU, supported by Matthew Mallia who kicked four majors for the day. The Magpies did have fighters with the likes of Bill Irving showing his skill and composure under pressure, with a best on for the pies and 2 key goals. But it wasn’t to be, with UHS coming away with a handy 20-point win.

Kew vs Ivanhoe

Prahran vs Old Peninsula

Ivanhoe hosted the Kew Bears on a rainy Saturday afternoon, with the home ground advantage unfortunately delivering no apparent leverage. Despite the wet weather conditions, the Bears were able to get in front early on and carry that lead throughout the four quarters.

The Two Blues hosted the Pirates at D.W Lucas Reserve and Prahran were able to get the momentum kicking four early goals. It was an onslaught of goals from the Two Blues and the Pirates just couldn’t catch a break.

Craig Sanders and Ben Williamson were two of the stalwarts for the Pirates. And at the other end, Matty Clifford and Rory Broadie slotted four apiece to set their team apart. Prahran made late inroads to boost their percentage, which could be important come crunch time.

They secured the 4 points, however their 16 behinds proved costly in what could have been a percentage boosting win. There inaccuracy overtime has potentially cost them a spot in finals. In a tough slog, Marcel Moran led from the front all day for the Hoers, finishing the day as best on ground with a goal to his name, while Lachlan James was best on for the Bears in a classy 2-goal performance.

A crucial five goal to one second term set the Bears in good stead to see out the game. However, there inability to get the ball through the big sticks after the main break opened the window for the Hoers. Ivanhoe could not claw their way back quite enough, with Kew coming away with the 23-point victory.

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2023 DIVISION 1 MEN’S Uhs-Vu 3.1 6.3 8.3 10.4 (64) West Brunswick AFC 1.4 3.5 4.6 6.8 (44) GOALS: Uhs-Vu: M. Mallia 4, J. McGee 2, J. Fox 2, H. Ley 1, M. DiMattina 1 West Brunswick AFC: L. Buckler 2, B. Irving 2, C. Williams 1, D. Ferrier 1 BEST: Uhs-Vu: J. Fox, T. Rocke, S. Adams, B. Dimattina, P. Brookes, M. Mallia West Brunswick AFC: B. Irving, T. Laity, L. Stringer, B. Ablett, J. Elston, L. Buckler Glen Eira 4.4 6.7 11.11 14.16 (100) Preston Bullants 3.0 3.4 3.7 8.8 (56) GOALS: Glen Eira: T. Isaacs 3, T. Johnston 2, S. Bass 2, H. Bass 2, A. Carey 1, L. Pound 1, A. Erwin-Ross 1, L. Mirams 1, J. Chilcott 1 Preston Bullants: L. McLeod 2, P. Taylor 1, P. Davies 1, J. King 1, J. Malkoun 1, A. Cincotta 1, J. King 1 BEST: Glen Eira: L. Myers, S. Carey, L. Pound, H. Bass, S. Bass, A. Carey Preston Bullants: L. Green, A. Gonnella, J. De Napoli, D. Calcedo, R. Howard, P. Smith

Glen Eira vs Preston Glen Eira came away with a solid win after taking on the Preston Bullants at Packer Park. The first term was rightfully very contested with ten points in it with the gallant Bullants trying to expose the Glen Eira defence. Rory Howard and Luke Green showed exactly why they are integral to the Bullants line up.

Kew FC 1.5 6.9 6.11 6.16 (52) Ivanhoe 1.1 2.1 3.5 4.5 (29) GOALS: Kew FC: N. BARING 2, L. James 2, N. Waters 1, M. Fraillon 1 Ivanhoe: E. Wild 1, H. O’Meara 1, M. Moran 1, E. Hunt 1 BEST: Kew FC: L. James, N. BARING, M. Fraillon, M. McLean, N. Waters, M. Waters Ivanhoe: M. Moran, C. O’Brien, W. Schultz, R. Muscat, D. Jones, B. Imbesi Oakleigh 5.1 10.6 10.6 10.6 (66) Therry Penola 3.4 5.4 6.4 6.4 (40) GOALS: Oakleigh: A. Cloke 4, L. Ashen 2, J. Hall 1, E. Standish 1, A. Mase 1, J. Roach 1 Therry Penola: J. Pelosi 1, F. Harvey 1, J. Young 1, L. Vaina 1, J. Egglestone 1, K. O’Halloran 1 BEST: Oakleigh: F. Kilpatrick , G. Bennett, A. Cloke, L. Heverin, R. Kitts, X. Green Therry Penola: J. Egglestone, D. Ryan, J. Young, F. Dolan, N. Castaldi, C. Wrigglesworth

The Glen Eira Gryphons have put together a season that highlights exactly why they are a force to be reckon with, Prahran 4.3 8.9 13.11 19.15 (129) Old Peninsula 1.2 2.8 3.6 5.6 (38) and in most games have been able to kick away and be GOALS: Prahran: R. Brodie 4, M. Clifford 4, J. Musster 3, J. Simonetta 2, E. Espinosa 2, J. Bell 1, M. Mayne 1, B. Galbraith 1, B. Adams 1 a good arm’s length from their opposition. Tim Johnston Old Peninsula: was once again a vocal player up forward, ably supported BEST: Prahran: R. Brodie, M. Clifford, J. Williams, S. Chapman, E. Espinosa, B. Galbraith Old Peninsula:

by Tarkyn Isaacs with three majors that helped the Gryph2023 DIVISION 1 RESERVE MEN’S ons get over the line.

Uhs-Vu 3.3 3.3 8.7 13.12 (90) West Brunswick AFC 2.3 2.3 4.9 6.11 (47) GOALS: Uhs-Vu: B. Jackson 6, T. Cheyne 3, N. Couper-Johnston 1, J. Julian-Best 1, J. Lowe 1, T. Ross 1 West Brunswick AFC: L. Keily 3, S. Pritchard 2, M. Pritchard 1 BEST: Uhs-Vu: J. Julian-BEST: N. Grapsas, L. Wade, J. Salmon, T. Cracknell, T. Cheyne West Brunswick AFC: M. Robinson, D. McMahon, D. Fitzpatrick, L. Keily, Z. Madden, T. Meyrick Glen Eira 4.3 7.5 13.8 18.10 (118) Preston Bullants 1.2 3.5 3.7 7.8 (50) GOALS: Glen Eira: H. Ritchie 6, J. Waras Carstensen 3, D. McDonald 3, B. Duarte 2, N. Johnston 1, G. Beveridge 1, L. Doyle 1, T. Dobson 1 Preston Bullants: O. Taylor 2, D. Delle-Vergini 2, A. Baynes 1, S. Ganci 1, J. Ciarrocchi 1 BEST: Glen Eira: G. Beveridge, B. Duarte, D. McDonald, N. Johnston, J. French, W. Carroll Preston Bullants: A. Baynes, M. Cannizzaro, K. Carruthers, J. Ciarrocchi, D. Delle-Vergini, J. Dickman Kew FC 4.5 12.13 19.18 22.29 (161) Ivanhoe 2.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 (24) GOALS: Kew FC: B. Paech 10, W. Llewelyn 3, T. Harbrow 2, R. Black 2, P. Smith 1, L. Mackey 1, J. Bianco 1, L. Marriott 1, D. Bon 1 Ivanhoe: L. Roberts 2, D. Charry 2 BEST: Kew FC: R. Black, B. Paech, T. Harbrow, P. Smith, W. Llewelyn, J. Janssen Ivanhoe: R. Toogood, W. Mayne, K. Earl, D. Charry, D. Adams, A. Al Saeedi

ROUND 17 TIPS Glen Eira

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Old Peninsula

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Ivanhoe

Therry Penola

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Prahran

Kew FC

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Oakleigh

Preston

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Oakleigh 2.3 7.5 12.12 19.20 (134) Therry Penola 1.0 1.2 4.2 4.3 (27) GOALS: Oakleigh: B. May 4, H. Atkins 3, R. Illes 2, J. Murphy 2, N. Seel 2, W. Harris 2, C. McLeod 2, L. Pappon 1, J. Gorman 1 Therry Penola: J. Melilli 1, A. Birch 1, E. Diamantopoulos 1, M. Helm 1 BEST: Oakleigh: H. Atkins, B. May, N. Seel, L. Pappon, W. Harris, J. Murphy Therry Penola: J. Piccione, A. Mudgway, E. Diamantopoulos, S. Bye, M. Helm, D. Taylor Prahran 2.3 8.7 16.12 24.17 (161) Old Peninsula 4.0 5.2 5.2 5.3 (33) GOALS: Prahran: J. Partridge 6, J. Matherson 4, D. Marrows 4, B. Dickinson 3, M. Grogan 2, W. Axford-Wood 1, A. Perez 1, P. Pavlou 1, J. Noonan 1, N. Kellock 1 Old Peninsula: BEST: Prahran: P. Rhodes, M. Woods, J. Partridge, D. Marrows, B. Graham, W. AxfordWood Old Peninsula: 23

DIVISION 1 WOMEN’S Lauren Atkinson

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Melburnians earn double chance with final round victory Hawthorn AFC have ended the year with just one win, having fallen to Old Haileybury by 46 points.

It was the final round of the home and away season for division one women’s on Saturday, as Old Melburnians moved into second spot ahead of the Finals series.

Hawthorn started well, registering two goals in the first term, while Old Haileybury kicked three. The second term was a completely different story, however, with Old Haileybury booting four unanswered goals.

Hawthorn found some composure at half time and managed to outscore Old Haileybury in the third, but they were unable to hold on in the fourth, allowing Old Haileybury to extend the margin by another 17 points.

Finishing the season in 5th place on the ladder, Old Geelong ended the year on a high, with a 47-point win over Old Xaverians.

Both teams brought an offensive game style early with Old Geelong kicking four majors in the first term, to go with Old Xaverians’ two. After the first break, both teams tightened their defence, but Old Geelong proved far too strong for Old Xaverians, adding another seven goals to their final score, while Old Xaverians only managed one more goal for the day.

Laura Castleden starred for the Hawks, ending the day with a goal as well. Serene Vudiniabola snuck four goals for Old Haileybury, while Bridget Hanrahan was their best.

Vicky Tan was clear best on, slotting five goals for Old Geelong. For Old Xaverians, Tahyrn Mant summarised her season with another team best performance.

Beaumaris showed why they are the deserving minor premiers with a convincing win over Old Brighton.

What had been anticipated to be the match of the round turned out to be somewhat anticlimactic, with Old Brighton only managing one goal for the entirety of the game, which came off the boot of Kitty Smyth in the first term.

Old Melburnians have earnt themselves the double chance in finals, after defeating Old Camberwell Grammarians at Elsternwick Park.

Old Camberwell asked a serious question of the Omlettes, as they trailed by only a goal at three-quarter time. However, Melburnians dug deep and managed to score the only goal of the final term to extend their lead to 13 points, proving themselves as a top two side.

Beaumaris were able to extend their lead at each break, ending the day with a final margin of 44 points.

Cat O’Brien proved invaluable again, best on for Old Brighton for the fourth time this season. Ashley van Rooyen was best for Beaumaris, while Simone Marinelli and Genevieve Gori showed class in front of the big sticks, kicking three goals each.

Clare Fraser and Sally Peers led the charge for Old Melburnians, while Alexandra Herrington and Olivia Honore did their best in attempt to get Old Camberwell home.

The loss caused Old Brighton to fall out of the top two, giving up their right to a finals double chance.

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2023 DIVISION 1 WOMEN’S MARCELLIN OC v. HAMPTON ROVERS Round 16 - 12/08/2023 Marcellin OC won by foreit.

Old Geelong Old Xaverians

4.1 2.2

7.2 3.3

8.4 3.4

11.6 (72) 3.7 (25)

GOALS: Old Geelong: V. Tan 5, T. Longden 3, D. Trott 2, S. Joubert 1

Hampton Rovers ended their season early with a forfeit in their final match against Marcellin OC.

Old Xaverians: S. Rothfield 2, C. Lacey 1 BEST: Old Geelong: V. Tan, B. Mckay, A. Halaby, T. Longden, S. Joubert, A. Rafferty

Finals time has arrived, with the promise of two exciting matches on the weekend.

Old Brighton will play Marcellin OC in an elimination final, with the winner progressing to the preliminary final. The two sides have met twice already this season, with the respective home side coming out victorious each time.

Old Brighton will need to bounce back in a big way, after their disappointing loss to Beaumaris on the weekend.

Marcellin’s last loss also came at the hands of Beaumaris, back in Round 12.

Meanwhile, Beaumaris and Old Melburnians will face each other in a battle to secure the first spot in the 2023 grand final.

The Omlettes will be looking to build on their Round 6 efforts where they fell just one goal short of the Sharks, while the Sharks will just want to keep playing their brand of footy, that no team has been able to overcome so far this year.

Old Xaverians: T. Mant, E. Neuwirth, S. Rothfield, H. Ryan, M. Mennilli, L. La Rosa Old Melburnians Old Camberwell Grammarians

2.1 2.1

3.3 2.2

4.4 3.4

5.6 (36) 3.5 (23)

GOALS: Old Melburnians: C. McAdam 2, S. Peers 1, I. Rose 1, E. Bennetts 1 Old Camberwell Grammarians: I. Griffin 2, R. Strasser 1 BEST: Old Melburnians: C. Fraser, S. Peers, C. Ferrier, S. Contin , S. Barnett, I. Rose Old Camberwell Grammarians: A. Herrington, O. Honore, S. Fortunato, T. Lam, I. Griffin, A. Standfield Old Haileybury Hawthorn AFC

3.2 2.1

7.6 2.1

7.8 3.3

9.13 (67) 3.3 (21)

GOALS: Old Haileybury: S. Vudiniabola 4, I. Scaunich 1, R. Brown 1, G. Vanderwaal 1, N. Nowlan 1, A. Cathcart 1 Hawthorn AFC: E. Johnson 1, M. Mathias 1, L. Castleden 1 BEST: Old Haileybury: B. Hanrahan, E. Simkin, R. Brown, G. Vanderwaal, I. Scaunich, N. Nowlan Hawthorn AFC: L. Castleden, C. Miller, A. Sarec, M. Mathias, A. Crough, E. Johnson Beaumaris Old Brighton

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Marcellin OC

Beaumaris

v

Old Melburnians

4.3 1.1

6.4 1.2

8.5 (53) 1.3 (9)

GOALS: Beaumaris: S. Marinelli 3, G. Gori 3, E. Southgate 2

FINALS WEEK 1 TIPS Old Brighton

2.3 1.0

Old Brighton: K. Smyth 1 BEST: Beaumaris: A. van Rooyen, C. Newman, L. Stockdale, G. Tysoe, S. Baisas, G. Gori Old Brighton: C. O’Brien, M. McGregor, S. Bierenbroodspot, L. Mitchell, A. Morgan, C. Hodgson 25

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Friars fight for fourth There were comfortable wins across the board in all bar-one match, with the Friday night thriller delivering a 4-point nailbiter. The ever-comfortable ladder leaders, Parkside, were taken down a notch in one of the upsets of the season, with Brunswick now hot on their heels.

Star forward, Jamie Brooker, put on an absolute masterclass in front of the big sticks, slotting an equal personal-best 9 goals for the afternoon, propelling himself up the ranks on the Division 2 leading goal kicker tally.

Sam Bradford and Zaron Smith were also key contributors to the winning margin with 2 apiece.

Round 16 kicked off in prime-time fashion, as Bulleen Templestowe and Aquinas battled it out under lights on Friday night, and it did not disappoint. The ball was shared around evenly with both sides heading into their first huddle with 5 scoring shots. But it was Aquinas who held a handy 5-point lead scoring 3.2 to the Bullants 2.3.

Henry Wong shone for the Saints despite chasing all day, with Jack Elliston their leading goal scorer. The Saints will be looking to get back on the winners list this coming weekend as they come up against the Bullants.

Continuing through Division 2, Brunswick went in as home-ground favourites when they hosted Old Paradians on Saturday afternoon. Parade took advantage of being the underdogs and came out all guns blazing with nothing to lose. They maintained a lead throughout the first half, heading into the break with a 2-point buffer.

Things ramped up in the second with strong output from both sides. Aquinas the more accurate of the two; nonetheless, scores were level at the main break. Jaycob Baxter (3) lead the way for Aquinas in front of goal with Josh Glennie, best on. As for the Bullants, they were kept in it by the ever-reliable Corey Sheils who kicked 3 majors for the day. Harry Vogler was their unsuspecting star, who for the first time this season earned himself best on ground recognition.

With a top-two finals spot on the line for the Nobs, they turned things around in third and fourth, with a 10-goal second half. Parade’s heads were spinning as the tempo picked up, booting an imprecise 3.6 to round out the day.

The Bullants hit the front for the first time in the match, with a narrow 10-point margin, as they headed toward the final siren. Aquinas are to be commended for their valiant effort with a 2.2 final term to claw their way back, but it wasn’t quite enough as the Bullants claimed a 4-point victory.

Michael Boundy finished on 3 goals for Parade, while the Nobs had 10 different contributors in front of goals, steered by Angus Coverdale with 3 majors to his name.

Koonung Park hosted a matchup between the Old Yarra Cobras and MHSOB. The last time these two sides met, things were all tied up ending in a draw. With both sides looking for 4 points, this was sure to be an interesting clash.

As for the South Melbourne Districts, they hadn’t come up against St Mary’s Salesian since Round 1 and were no doubt looking to continue their winning form against the struggling side. The Bloods got on top early and were able to extend their lead at every break to win by 64 points.

The Cobras are well and truly in finals contention and proved exactly how they got there with another cohesive team effort, led by 4 multiple goal kickers. Lewis Mitchell was best on for the Cobras in a classy 4-quarter effort.

William Kruyt earned himself a best on ground accolade for the day, in just his second senior game for the year for MHSOB. The final score line read 79-32 in favour of the Cobras, a win that secures them third position with two rounds remaining.

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2023 DIVISION 2 MEN’S Bulleen Templestowe 2.3 5.8 8.10 9.12 (66) Aquinas 3.2 6.2 7.6 9.8 (62) GOALS: Bulleen Templestowe: C. Shiels 3, A. Lucisano 2, P. Toscano 2, B. Wilson 1, J. Cowell 1 Aquinas: J. Baxter 3, J. McMahon 2, J. Reid 1, S. Glennie 1, B. O’Loughlin 1, M. Di Donato 1 BEST: Bulleen Templestowe: H. Vogler, P. Toscano, H. Mcclean, J. Torouno, A. Mohandas, L. Bosio Aquinas: J. Glennie, L. Brown, H. Leigh, S. Glennie, L. Robb, B. Akaruru

As Parkside have all but secured a minor premiership, at this late stage of the season, they are looking fairly daunting to come up against. Whitefriars had other plans and weren’t looking to just roll over, but rather delivered an upset for the ages, that keeps themselves in the finals race.

The Friars, currently sitting in fifth, are only behind South Melbourne Districts by a narrow percentage.

Perhaps Parkside are tiring as we enter the pointy end of the season, as they couldn’t halt the Friar’s early onslaught to take a 20-point lead at half time. From then on it was an uphill battle to get back into the game, a feat for which they fell short. The Friars put on one of their standout performances spearheaded once again by Samuel Kieseker (5) and Daniel Wood (3). Kieseker earning himself best on for the Friars, while Benedict Douglas starred for Parkside.

Brunswick 2.3 6.5 11.7 16.7 (103) Old Paradians 3.1 7.1 8.4 10.7 (67) GOALS: Brunswick: A. Coverdale 3, P. Scamporlino 3, A. Avraam 2, J. Haddad 2, M. Horan 1, J. Hedley 1, T. Hedley 1, T. O’Farrell 1, B. Wilson 1, T. Wilson 1 Old Paradians: M. Boundy 3, A. Cafari 2, S. Thomson 2, J. King 1, D. Huntley 1, N. Fraser 1 BEST: Brunswick: A. Ross, B. Wilson, A. Coverdale, L. Whelan, T. Wilson, A. Fulton-Grigg Old Paradians: N. Whittle, J. King, T. Cooper, J. Kappos, K. Mahony, A. Cafari South Melbourne Districts 4.2 7.9 12.11 16.15 (111) St Mary’s Salesian 2.4 4.6 4.9 6.11 (47) GOALS: South Melbourne Districts: J. Brooker 9, S. Bradford 2, Z. Smith 2, H. Portelli 1, T. Foley 1, D. Stewart 1 St Mary’s Salesian: J. Elliston 2, B. Tricarico 1, L. Russell 1, C. Tait 1, T. Parkes 1 BEST: South Melbourne Districts: T. Foley, S. Peterson, S. Bradford, M. March, B. Jones, J. Brooker St Mary’s Salesian: H. Wong, B. Tricarico, J. Mattiske, M. Herbert-Morgan, J. Ryan, L. Russell Old Yarra Cobras 3.2 6.2 7.6 12.7 (79) Mhsob 1.4 2.6 3.7 4.8 (32) GOALS: Old Yarra Cobras: L. Stacker 4, N. Sambevski 2, W. McLeod 2, K. Margaritis 2, A. Raso 1, L. Marshall 1 Mhsob: P. Pirozek 2, L. Hanly 1, N. Volk 1 BEST: Old Yarra Cobras: L. Mitchell, N. Zappala, S. Yeo, L. Stacker, K. Margaritis, M. Young Mhsob: W. Kruyt, J. Eimutis, C. Witt, P. Pirozek, A. Pacak, L. Hanly Whitefriars 4.3 8.3 14.5 16.5 (101) Parkside 1.1 5.6 6.6 8.7 (55) GOALS: Whitefriars: S. Kieseker 5, M. Nitas 3, D. Wood 3, N. Sealey 2, T. Angus 1, C. Thorburn 1, N. Garratt 1 Parkside: C. Cotter 2, C. McKay 1, L. Balcombe 1, B. Radford 1, M. Romano 1, M. Doyle 1, S. Logozzo 1 BEST: Whitefriars: S. Kieseker, D. Wood, P. Cotter , A. Hands, J. McKenzie, C. Thorburn Parkside: B. Douglas, L. Logozzo, A. Swan, M. Balassone, R. Williams, N. Moylan

While that wraps up the week that was, we are forging right ahead to Round 17; the penultimate round of the home and away season, with a top 4 yet to be locked in. The Whitefriars 2023 DIVISION 2 RESERVE MEN’S will need to carry their momentum from a win against the Brunswick 2.4 6.6 13.10 17.13 (115) Old Paradians 2.0 2.2 2.2 2.2 (14) top of the table as they face another challenge in Brunswick GOALS: Brunswick: D. Gilbert 4, L. Weightman 4, D. Heenan 4, J. Spencer 1, S. Kiebert 1, B. at home.

Daly 1, L. Boyack 1, G. Cozzi 1 Keeping with big clashed, third and fourth will do battle as Old Yarra Cobras travel to face South Melbourne Districts.

Other matches include St Mary’s Salesian taking on Bulleen Templestowe, and MHSOB will host Old Paradians. Rounding out the weekend will be first placed Parkside, hosting tenth placed Aquinas at Pitcher Park.

Old Paradians: A. Nolan 1, P. Salvatico 1 BEST: Brunswick: S. Kiebert, S. Hijazi, B. Griffin, D. Heenan, C. Mitchell, J. Bye Old Paradians: A. Nolan, T. Stimson, C. Shepherd, J. Iliopoulos, N. Spencer, M. Marangon Bulleen Templestowe 1.1 6.1 8.1 12.2 (74) Aquinas 4.2 7.5 9.6 11.8 (74) GOALS: Bulleen Templestowe: P. Moio 6, J. Caridi 2, A. Murphy 1, J. Meng 1, S. Hannah 1, D. Tonelli 1 Aquinas: D. Malvaso 4, D. Pelosi 2, A. Reichart 2, B. Alsop 1, L. Holewa 1, I. Campbell 1 BEST: Bulleen Templestowe: M. Cowell, P. Moio, J. Meng, A. Murphy, L. Warren, S. Hannah Aquinas: J. Morrison-Story, D. Malvaso, L. Choucri, Z. Jones, N. Semken, J. Geddes South Melbourne Districts 1.1 5.5 8.8 10.9 (69) St Mary’s Salesian 5.0 5.6 6.9 8.10 (58) GOALS: South Melbourne Districts: J. White 3, J. Bradley 2, H. Watson-Hann 1, T. Seccombe 1, J. Campbell 1, W. Cameron 1, C. Clancy 1 St Mary’s Salesian: N. Baxter 4, D. Ryan 1, J. Turner 1, J. Briggs 1, M. Baysinger 1 BEST: South Melbourne Districts: L. Quinn, C. Hunter, T. Seccombe, J. White, J. Bradley, A. Elkington St Mary’s Salesian: J. Coldebella, N. Baxter, J. Kidman, W. Marshall, M. Baysinger Mhsob 2.2 4.4 5.4 8.5 (53) Old Yarra Cobras 2.5 2.6 5.6 5.8 (38) GOALS: Mhsob: B. Gunn 3, A. Joseph 1, D. Owens 1, J. Gauci 1, A. Rogers 1, Z. Comley 1 Old Yarra Cobras: N. Paton 1, S. Robertson 1, J. Buswell 1, R. Pollard 1, M. Clayton 1 BEST: Mhsob: N. Wood, L. O’Halloran, E. Riddle, J. Gauci, B. Gunn, D. Owens Old Yarra Cobras: S. Robertson, W. Juler, M. Blake, N. Paton, M. Clayton, R. Pollard Whitefriars 0.0 0.0 0.0 5.9 (39) Parkside 0.0 0.0 0.0 4.6 (30) GOALS: Whitefriars: J. Sacco 2, L. Garlick 1, A. Daou 1, M. Bradtke 1 Parkside: L. Chilcott 2, J. Heritage 1, K. Howes 1 BEST: Whitefriars: J. Domingo, B. Galtieri, H. Ellis, B. McCluskey, S. Clarke, H. Hobbs Parkside: K. Howes, A. Wells, D. Hand, R. Susman, M. Strathdee, C. Osullivan 29

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Wattle Park secure a spot in finals with two rounds to go The game kicked off with energy and pace from Richmond who have had a competitive season, managing to keep Swinburne scoreless in the first quarter while also amassing 28 points themselves.

Finals Fever is ablaze for four of our Division Three outfits, with only the question of where they’ll sit at the season’s end left to be resolved. I wrote last week that mathematically the race for the final position in the top four was up for grabs. However, after a dominant win from Wattle Park and a loss to Power House, it is now air-tight, with only the order of the top 4 up for debate.

As the game progressed, Swinburne came to life, mitigating any major damage to their percentage with Tyson Wiegold and Daniel Abbott shining for the home side. Meanwhile, Richmond Central’s Lachie Conboy kicked three goals, benefitting from Daniel McLinden’s tireless work rate.

For Power House, the task of keeping their season alive was always going to be a tough challenge as they faced second-place Hawthorn at home.

Central secured a 53-point victory, settling comfortably with 6 wins for the season.

Power House had a strong start, managing to go toe to toe with one of the league giants, carrying just a 10-point deficit into the first break.

After that, however, it was Hawthorn and their consistently dominant forwards who stole the spotlight, with Will Meehan (6) and Justin Raiti (4) propelling themselves into the first and second positions respectively on the goal kickers’ list this season.

As previously mentioned, it was a crucial match for Wattle Park as they faced La Trobe University, with a win guaranteeing them a spot in the finals for 2023 after narrowly missing out on a position last season. The animals wasted no time in advancing the ball, scoring 7 times in the first half to put pressure on La Trobe right from the start.

Hawthorn’s strength lies in their ability to push their opponents to the limit throughout the season, maximizing their percentage heading into a tight battle for a top-two position and a double chance in the finals at season’s end.

Despite a valiant effort, La Trobe couldn’t quite match the inside ball work of the Animals, who are hitting their stride at the perfect time of the year. They clinched a 67-point victory over the University side.

Hawthorn eventually emerged as 63-point victors.

When it comes to the finals, there will be no easy matchup against Wattle Park, as they aim to cause an upset early in the Division 3 finals campaign.

Next up was the clash between Richmond Central and Swinburne University, with a victory holding great significance for both sides.

The final match of the round was undoubtedly the most captivating one, with 3rd-placed Canterbury taking on table-toppers Elsternwick in a game that now carries significant implications for the finals.

For Central, it was a chance to distance themselves from the possibility of slipping into a bottom-two position by the end of the season. On the other hand, for Swinburne, it was an opportunity to breathe life into their quest to escape that position.

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If you needed any indication of what the Cobras are capable of, look no further than their first quarter, where they scored a remarkable 56 points against the topof-the-table Elsternwick, putting them under immense pressure, a situation rarely encountered in 2023.

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2023 DIVISION 3 MEN’S Richmond Central 4.4 7.9 12.12 14.15 (99) Swinburne University 0.3 2.5 4.7 6.10 (46) GOALS: Richmond Central: L. Conboy 4, G. Murray 3, J. Miller 3, B. Adams 2, R. Lemke 1, J. Dillon 1 Swinburne University: B. Hodson 2, J. Lamperd 1, L. Randello 1, T. Wiegold 1, T. Wood 1 BEST: Richmond Central: D. McLinden, M. Aquilina, B. Browning-Briese, P. Rafferty, B. Krieger, G. Murray Swinburne University: T. Wiegold, D. Abbott, N. Schulz, N. McKenna, B. Murphy, T. Wood

While the first quarter belonged to the Cobras, Elsternwick managed to turn the pressure into an advantage, stifling the Cobras’ forward line and regaining the lead by half-time.

The second half of the game at Holmes/Todd Oval was a memorable affair, marked by back-and-forth exchanges.

Players like Spencer Hankin for Elsternwick stepped up as major game changers, finishing with 4 goals. In response, Nick Szabo surprised as the leading scorer for the Cobras, netting 3 goals, while Elsternwick’s defenders managed to contain the perpetually dangerous Tom Lowden.

In the end, Elsternwick held onto the victory by a tight 9-point margin over the Cobras, pushing them back to third place based on percentage, with only two rounds of football remaining.

With Round 17 on the horizon, it’s hard not to be captivated by the race for a double chance in the finals. All eyes are on the remaining two games for Hawthorn and Canterbury, as percentage might be the sole factor determining their positions come the end of the season.

Elsternwick 3.4 7.11 12.14 12.19 (91) Canterbury 9.2 9.5 11.9 12.11 (83) GOALS: Elsternwick: S. Hankin 4, Q. De Luca 2, J. Hunter 2, E. Holland-Dean 1, N. Materia 1, J. Mount 1, S. Convery 1 Canterbury: N. Szabo 3, J. Boarotto 2, M. Topp 1, B. Jose 1, L. Shearer 1, T. Lowden 1, N. McMahon 1, J. Ward 1, G. Daff 1 BEST: Elsternwick: M. Harvey, J. Vargas, B. Pantas, D. Roberts, D. Jones, M. Oman Canterbury: J. Dear, J. Ward, L. Shearer, G. Daff, J. Boarotto, N. McMahon Wattle Park 4.3 7.4 11.9 14.13 (97) La Trobe University 1.2 2.2 2.5 4.6 (30) GOALS: Wattle Park: M. Hill 3, Z. Kearns 2, R. Luehman 2, D. Hill 2, J. Greensides 1, H. Schaeche 1, T. Hernan 1, J. Moran 1, H. Davis 1 La Trobe University: T. Spiteri 1, B. Lawrence 1, M. Ogle 1, T. Whelan 1 BEST: Wattle Park: T. Wales, M. Hill, B. Hunt, H. Schaeche, T. Clarke, N. Baxter La Trobe University: C. McCredden, A. Conboy, N. Richardson, M. Ogle, D. Thorn, T. Whelan Hawthorn 3.6 8.13 15.15 17.19 (121) Power House 2.2 4.2 7.2 9.4 (58) GOALS: Hawthorn: W. Meehan 6, J. Raiti 4, E. McLaren 2, J. Kenny 2, S. Dicintio 1, J. Southby 1, H. Smith 1 Power House: D. Cameron 2, J. Hill 2, H. Officer 2, J. Auchettl 1, S. Scotland 1, M. Auchettl 1 BEST: Hawthorn: E. Harvey, W. Meehan, E. McLaren, S. Peet, J. Raiti, E. Avery Power House: H. Officer, S. Scotland, B. Wright, J. Hill, J. Eliezer, M. Auchettl

2023 DIVISION 3 RESERVE MEN’S POWER HOUSE v. HAWTHORN Round 16 - 12/08/2023 Hawthorn won by foreit.

Richmond Central 7.10 9.13 16.15 20.19 (139) Swinburne University 0.0 2.2 3.3 3.3 (21) GOALS: Richmond Central: S. Costa 4, B. Dillon 3, D. Hall 3, A. Leong 2, A. Fraser 2, J. Orr 1, N. O’Loughlin 1, W. Clark 1, H. Spurr 1, L. Atkin 1, J. Rudolph 1 Swinburne University: K. Cheesman 2, A. Mills 1 BEST: Richmond Central: S. Costa, H. Northey, D. Dignam, A. Lynch, M. Simpson Swinburne University: H. Christensen, H. Taylor, K. Cheesman, T. Millard, C. Bruce, H. Downing

ROUND 17 TIPS Canterbury v Power House Elsternwick v La Trobe University Hawthorn v Swinburne University Richmond Central v Wattle Park

Elsternwick 1.1 5.6 6.7 8.9 (57) Canterbury 2.4 2.5 5.7 7.9 (51) GOALS: Elsternwick: M. Mordech 3, J. Hunter 1, B. Wallace 1, A. Gruen 1, T. Oliphant 1, V. Dedaj 1 Canterbury: J. Scammell 3, P. Brenchley 2, S. Woodward 1, N. Sharp 1 BEST: Elsternwick: J. Johnston, B. Wallace, A. Gruen, L. Pinnegar, M. Mordech, H. Judd Canterbury: M. Deane, C. Fall-Jablonka, M. O’Mahony, J. Collins, Z. Walden, R. Tan Wattle Park 8.5 10.9 16.14 20.17 (137) La Trobe University 0.0 0.1 0.1 0.1 (1) GOALS: Wattle Park: A. Smith 4, J. Nelson 3, C. Xipolitos 3, I. Waite 3, M. Humphrey 2, M. Price 2, M. Lewis 1, C. Walter 1, F. Mcmahon-Normand 1 La Trobe University: BEST: Wattle Park: A. Smith, C. Gardner, G. Rollo-Walker, H. Jones, R. Kuhnell, M. Lamb La Trobe University: W. Barnes, T. Hillman, B. Carter, P. Mulvahill, T. Tregea-Copeland, P. Carroll 33

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Box Hill North win big as the Tigers turn tides with triumph The first match of the round saw Albert Park take on North Brunswick in what possibly could’ve been a finals preview. Both teams started slow out of the gates with a combined 3 goals kicked for the quarter. When the first siren sounded, the Bulls held a narrow lead of 7 points.

The foot was definitely on the accelerator in the second, with both teams doubling their score.

quick enough to capture an escaping Tigers vehicle that was able to put 4 goals onto the board and extend their lead out to 24 points as both teams went to their halftime huddle.

The third quarter saw the JOCs fight their way back into the game and even saw them win the quarter as they were able to kick 3 goals whilst only allowing 2 goals from the Tigers to reduce the Tigers lead all the way down to 8 points. The stakes were huge with a win going to greatly benefit both sides’ seasons. The fourth quarter was riddled with contests, however, the Tigers were able to dig deep and play ‘strong and bold’ as they were able to keep enough energy in the tank to overrun the JOCs with a 4-goal to 0 quarter to get an important win away from home over their crosstown rivals. This win is crucial for the Tigers as it now puts them 1 win ahead of 5th (St Johns) and 1 win behind 3rd (Albert Park).

The third quarter is usually the point in a match that the Bulls stampede away with the win, but full credit to the Falcons who kept the quarter even, only allowing 3 goals from the Bulls whilst managing to kick 3 of their own. After failing to escape the talons of the Falcons in the third, the Bulls were able to find their way out in the fourth quarter and run away with the game, kicking 2 unanswered goals and leaving the home of the Falcons with a crucial 34-point victory.

Jack Lee had 2 goals for the Falcons. Matt Pihkanen, Joshua Beets and Brett Tottenham also featured in the goal kickers for the Falcons. For the Bulls, Jake Horwood and Andrew Ramzy kicked 3 goals each, individual goal-kickers included Zac Dicianni, Tai Cameron Sardone and Luke Russell. In the best for the Falcons were Alistair Lupo, Jack Amies and Paul Hutchins. In the best for the Bulls were Spencer Zahra, Simon Woodward and Marcus Watt.

Goal kickers for the JOCs included Liam Salisbury, Daniel Cattolico, Cameron Cato, Kailum Newland, Michael Horton, Nicholas Terrill and Guy Chuol. Jake Dunkley found his way up forward for the Tigers and capitalised on the opportunity with 5 majors. Brandon Kelly (3) and Decarne brothers Matt and Luke (2 goals each) were the other multiple-goal kickers for the Tigers. In the best for the JOCs were Nicholas Terrill, Matthew Bennett and Jed Dexter. In the best for the Tigers were Harkireth Calais, Jake Dunkley and Karan Singh.

The Falcons will now face Box Hill North in another tough matchup and potentially another finals preview. The Bulls will make the trip down to North Dandenong to take on the Tigers.

The JOCs will go on to face the Sharks, looking to get back on the winner’s list. The Tigers, on the other hand, will like to continue this winning feeling as they face division leaders North Brunswick.

The second match of the round saw St Johns take on Masala where the winner would be at a major advantage when it comes to the division’s ladder. The Tigers who often get off to a slow start, managed to get the upper hand over their rivals early with a 3-goal to 1 first quarter, led by key defender turned key forward Jake Dunkley, resulting in a 14-point Tiger lead as the quarter time siren sounded. The second quarter saw the JOCs start their engines, however with 3 goals, their vehicle wasn’t

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The final match of the round saw Eley Park take on Box Hill North in what was set to be a fairly unpredictable contest. The Demons got the immediate jump over the Sharks in the first quarter as they were able to put 15 scoring shots on the board whilst only allowing 2 scoring shots from the Sharks. As the quarter-time siren sounded, it was the Demons that held a 38-point lead over the Sharks. The second quarter saw the Demons once again 34

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2023 DIVISION 4 MEN’S Box Hill North 6.9 10.11 17.15 23.22 (160) Eley Park 1.1 1.2 5.3 8.5 (53) GOALS: Box Hill North: K. Hocking 6, M. Lorkin 3, D. Edwards 3, A. Williams 2, M. Trkulja 2, B. Williams 2, S. Roberts 1, J. Dullard 1, J. Hocking 1, E. Hocking 1, J. Tommasoni 1 Eley Park: J. Kennedy 2, T. Johnston 2, K. Scanlon 1, T. Dingeldei 1, N. Whan 1, J. Newton 1 BEST: Box Hill North: K. Hocking, J. Tommasoni, S. Roberts, D. Edwards, E. Hocking, M. Lorkin Eley Park: A. Penkethman, T. Cherny, J. Kennedy, D. Wood, J. Baddock, M. Rosato

continue the dominance over the Sharks as the Demons were able to add on another 4 goals whilst keeping the Sharks goalless, extending the lead out to 63 points at halftime.

The Demons then took a leaf out of the Bulls’ booklet as they put together a big third quarter. The Demons were able to pile on 7 goals in the quarter, however, the Sharks had a big quarter of their own with 4 goals. After their major quarter, the Demons were able to extend their lead to 84 points as both teams went into their final huddles of the game. In the final quarter, the Demons were able to continue their goal-kicking ways with 6 majors. The Sharks also managed to find the goals with 3 goals of their own. The final half of the Demons created too much of an impact as they were able to run out winners by 107 points, getting a major win at the right time of the season.

North Brunswick 2.2 4.5 7.8 Albert Park 1.1 2.3 5.3 GOALS: North Brunswick: J. Horwood 3, A. Ramzy 3, L. Russell 1, T. Sardone 1, Z. Dicianni 1 Albert Park: J. Lee 2, M. Pihkanen 1, B. Tottenham 1, J. Beets 1 BEST: North Brunswick: S. Zahra, S. Woodward, M. Watt, A. Poppa, T. Sardone, L. Mahady Albert Park: A. Lupo, J. Amies, P. Hutchins, A. Evans, H. Harding, A. Eite

9.13 (67) 5.3 (33)

Masala Football Club 3.4 7.4 9.4 13.6 (84) St Johns 1.2 4.2 7.8 7.10 (52) GOALS: Masala Football Club: J. Dunkley 5, B. Kelly 3, L. Decarne 2, M. Decarne 2, D. Hoellfritsch 1 St Johns: N. Terrill 1, L. Salisbury 1, D. Cattolico 1, G. Chuol 1, M. Horton 1, K. Newland 1, C. Cato 1 BEST: Masala Football Club: H. Calais, J. Dunkley, K. Singh, B. Kelly, H. Ellis, L. Broomhall St Johns: N. Terrill, M. Bennett, J. Dexter, J. Ely, C. Ely, D. Morris

2023 DIVISION 4 MEN’S RESERVE Up forward for the Sharks, multiple goal kickers included Tom Johnston (2) and Joel Kennedy (2). Kyle Hocking was Box Hill North 6.9 10.11 18.17 25.25 (175) Eley Park 1.1 3.2 4.2 5.3 (33) the leading goal scorer on the day with 6 majors for the GOALS: Box Hill North: Demons. Other multiple-goal kickers included David Edwards M. Hoey 6, Z. Peake 4, L. Desmond 3, B. Town 2, W. Leaumont 2, H. Abraham 2, R. De Zylva 1, J. Falzon 1, T. Manno 1, Z. Ellis 1, A. Rodrigues 1, J. Jellyman(3), Marcus Lorkin (3), Michael Trkujia (2), Alexander Turner 1 Williams (2) and Blake Williams (2). In the best for the Sharks Eley Park: I. Rye 2, S. Wong 1, J. Newton 1, A. Devlin 1 were Alex Penkethman, Thomas Cherny and Joel Kennedy.

BEST: Box Hill North: In the best for the Demons were Kyle Hocking, Jonathan Z. Peake, B. Truong, M. Hoey, A. Green, H. Abraham, A. Wilcox Tommasoni and Samuel Roberts.

Eley Park: C. Farquhar, Z. Ellis, I. Rye, N. Bem, J. Newton, A. Quantrell

Eley Park will look to get their second win in three weeks as they take on the JOCS, while the Demons will host Albert Park.

ROUND 17 TIPS Box Hill North

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Albert Park

Masala

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North Brunswick

St Johns

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Eley Park

North Brunswick 6.5 14.13 24.17 30.26 (206) Albert Park 1.0 1.0 2.0 2.1 (13) GOALS: North Brunswick: M. Waterson 11, S. Cunnington 5, J. McDonald 3, G. Carrubba 2, N. Murphy 2, R. Marson 1, K. Van Hees 1, A. Brear 1, K. Hegarty 1, D. Manus 1, R. Docherty 1, J. Barclay 1 Albert Park: A. Caldwell 2 BEST: North Brunswick: N. Murphy, M. Waterson, S. Cunnington, D. Manus, R. Marson, K. Van Hees Albert Park: A. Caldwell, T. Barnett, E. Lockyer, L. Obrien, S. Pannett, D. Seiler St Johns 4.8 7.10 12.15 14.16 (100) Masala Football Club 1.1 5.4 5.5 7.6 (48) GOALS: St Johns: M. Babak 4, S. Sullivan 4, J. Loa 2, M. De Poilly 2, A. Taniwal 1, C. Reyes 1 Masala Football Club: J. Wiegand 2, J. Gurry 1, J. Hallett 1, M. Scanlon 1, M. Bell 1, C. Young 1 BEST: St Johns: T. Neal, M. Babak, J. Forster, S. Fear, P. Picard, S. Sullivan Masala Football Club: C. Hope, J. Gurry, M. Bell, H. Sachdeva, M. Rebecchi, N. Hussain 35

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VAFA congratulates the following players on reaching these incredible milestones. Well done!

MILESTONES

Tom Lowden (Canterbury) Heralding from the rural town of Dookie, Tom Lowden has his fair share of knocks and bruises on his way to 150 games with the Canterbury Football Club. Originally recruited in 2011 as a Centre Half Back, Tom made a name for himself in the EFNL as a tough dour defender.

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After a couple of lean Canterbury years, Tom made a few detours via other clubs before eventually returning mid season in 2015 as a forward this time round and proving to be imperative in the cobras first senior flag in the VAFA. Since then Tom has played permanently up forward and is renown for his strong overhead marks and is a difficult matchup on any day. Canterbury is very proud of Tom and are hoping to celebrate in style.

Ryan Schroder (St Bernards)

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Huge congrats to Ryan Schroder on his 200th VAFA game. A star St Bernards Junior, ‘Shrodes’ progressed through U19 ranks making his Senior debut way back in 2006. A tough on-baller with a raking left foot and great goal sense ‘Schrodes’ was a mainstay in the Senior line up for many years. In recent seasons, injury, work and Covid curtailed his appearances, but it’s been great to see him back helping out his mates in the Thirds and chalk up his 200th along the way. Well done, Schrodes!

Please send milestones to susan@vafa.com.au by 5pm Tuesday, including a brief description and photo.

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THIS ROUND’S GAMES Please note: The Premier Men’s, Premier B Men’s and Premier C Men’s competitions have a bye this weekend.

The Division 1-4 Women’s Finals Series begins DIVISION 1

DIVISION 2 Kew FC vs Oakleigh

Mhsob vs Old Paradians

Old Peninsula vs Ivanhoe

Parkside vs Aquinas

Preston Bullants vs West Brunswick AFC

South Melbourne Districts vs Old Yarra Cobras

Therry Penola vs Prahran

St Mary’s Salesian vs Bulleen Templestowe

Uhs-Vu vs Glen Eira

Whitefriars vs Brunswick

DIVISION 3

DIVISION 4 Canterbury vs Power House

Box Hill North vs Albert Park

Elsternwick vs La Trobe University

Masala Football Club vs North Brunswick

Hawthorn vs Swinburne University

St Johns vs Eley Park

Richmond Central vs Wattle Park PREMIER WOMEN’S

PREMIER B WOMEN’S Coburg vs Kew FC

Brunswick vs Aquinas OC

Fitzroy FC vs Collegians

Monash Blues vs Mazenod OC

Melbourne University vs Caulfield Grammarians

Old Yarra Cobras vs North Brunswick

St Kevins vs West Brunswick AFC

St Bedes/Mentone Tigers vs Richmond Central

Bye: Old Scotch

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2023 DIVISION 2 WOMEN’S

MARCELLIN OC v. HAMPTON ROVERS Round 16 - 12/08/2023 Marcellin OC won by foreit.

Albert Park St Mary’s Salesian

Old Geelong 4.1 7.2 8.4 11.6 (72) Old Xaverians 2.2 3.3 3.4 3.7 (25) GOALS: Old Geelong: V. Tan 5, T. Longden 3, D. Trott 2, S. Joubert 1 Old Xaverians: S. Rothfield 2, C. Lacey 1 BEST: Old Geelong: V. Tan, B. Mckay, A. Halaby, T. Longden, S. Joubert, A. Rafferty Old Xaverians: T. Mant, E. Neuwirth, S. Rothfield, H. Ryan, M. Mennilli, L. La Rosa Old Melburnians 2.1 3.3 4.4 5.6 (36) Old Camberwell Grammarians 2.1 2.2 3.4 3.5 (23) GOALS: Old Melburnians: C. McAdam 2, S. Peers 1, I. Rose 1, E. Bennetts 1 Old Camberwell Grammarians: I. Griffin 2, R. Strasser 1 BEST: Old Melburnians: C. Fraser, S. Peers, C. Ferrier, S. Contin , S. Barnett, I. Rose Old Camberwell Grammarians: A. Herrington, O. Honore, S. Fortunato, T. Lam, I. Griffin, A. Standfield Old Haileybury 3.2 7.6 7.8 9.13 (67) Hawthorn AFC 2.1 2.1 3.3 3.3 (21) GOALS: Old Haileybury: S. Vudiniabola 4, I. Scaunich 1, R. Brown 1, G. Vanderwaal 1, N. Nowlan 1, A. Cathcart 1 Hawthorn AFC: E. Johnson 1, M. Mathias 1, L. Castleden 1 BEST: Old Haileybury: B. Hanrahan, E. Simkin, R. Brown, G. Vanderwaal, I. Scaunich, N. Nowlan Hawthorn AFC: L. Castleden, C. Miller, A. Sarec, M. Mathias, A. Crough, E. Johnson Beaumaris 2.3 4.3 6.4 8.5 (53) Old Brighton 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 (9) GOALS: Beaumaris: S. Marinelli 3, G. Gori 3, E. Southgate 2 Old Brighton: K. Smyth 1 BEST: Beaumaris: A. van Rooyen, C. Newman, L. Stockdale, G. Tysoe, S. Baisas, G. Gori Old Brighton: C. O’Brien, M. McGregor, S. Bierenbroodspot, L. Mitchell, A. Morgan, C. Hodgson

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5.0 1.0

7.2 1.1

9.5 1.2

11.9 (75) 3.2 (20)

GOALS: Albert Park: J. Griffin 2, H. Buur 2, C. McDonald 2, S. Kenny 2, K. Lang 1, E. Shalders 1, C. Goh 1 St Mary’s Salesian: BEST: Albert Park: I. Beerens, C. McDonald, J. Griffin, H. Lawrence, E. Shalders, S. Kenny St Mary’s Salesian: Parkdale Vultures Therry Penola

3.5 0.0

8.8 0.0

14.9 0.2

18.13 (121) 0.2 (2)

GOALS: Parkdale Vultures: S. Symons 5, G. Collinson 3, M. Medcraft 3, B. Carson 2, M. Capsalis 1, S. Kerr 1, B. Allen 1, R. Dalach 1 Therry Penola: BEST: Parkdale Vultures: I. Daddo, S. Symons, C. Phillips, M. Capsalis, M. Dunne, M. Medcraft Therry Penola: M. Ryan, G. MacGregor, C. Brown, N. Kemp, C. Sandman, C. Palmieri Williamstown CYMS MCC Football Club

5.3 0.0

9.7 0.1

13.11 1.1

20.17 (137) 1.1 (7)

GOALS: Williamstown CYMS: A. Acquaro 7, S. Georgas 6, C. Tyrrell 3, Z. Day 1, L. Davie 1, A. Woodhead 1, S. Thomas 1 Melbourne Cricket Club Football Club: K. Runciman 1 BEST: Williamstown CYMS: A. Acquaro, S. Georgas, J. Paten, S. Thomas, C. Tyrrell, K. Fox Melbourne Cricket Club Football Club: S. Wolchyn, A. Stranger, K. Runciman, E. Robertson, E. Pratt, A. Harris Ivanhoe Old Trinity

1.1 0.2

2.2 0.3

2.2 1.4

GOALS: Ivanhoe: E. Johnson 1, F. Frew 1 Old Trinity: B. Eames 1, G. English 1 BEST: Ivanhoe: T. Vandergriff, E. Bisogni, T. Callahan, L. Fitsioris, G. Pirdis, A. Trew Old Trinity: G. English, H. Lee, L. Dibben, S. Lin, L. Caruana, S. Bull

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2.5 (17) 2.4 (16)

WOMEN’S RESULTS 2023 DIVISION 3 WOMEN’S Glen Eira La Trobe University AFC

2023 DIVISION 4 WOMEN’S 0.5 1.0

2.5 1.0

4.9 1.0

9.15 (69) 1.0 (6)

UHS-VU Canterbury

1.4 1.0

2.9 1.1

6.10 1.1

8.13 (61) 1.1 (7)

GOALS: Glen Eira: L. Fitzpatrick 5, C. Konstanty 1, J. Broadhead 1, J. Rossiter 1, Z. Rossiter 1

GOALS: UHS-VU: B. Healey 3, L. Banks 2, M. Gorman 1, W. Hsu 1, M. Murray-White 1

La Trobe University AFC: T. Sar 1

Canterbury: A. Payne 1

BEST: Glen Eira: J. Pavlou, L. Fitzpatrick, M. Box, Z. Rossiter, E. Medland, S. Fitzpatrick

BEST: UHS-VU: L. Banks, K. O’Rielly, A. Park, M. Gorman, S. Clamp, B. Healey

La Trobe University AFC: H. Katsios, A. Olschyna, K. Bond, J. Phillips, S. Darlington, T. Sar

Canterbury: A. Payne, K. Bloomfield, J. Birch, G. Shillington, R. Bulluss, M. Yeaman

Power House Parkside

3.4 0.1

3.6 1.2

7.8 2.2

9.9 (63) 3.5 (23)

GOALS: Power House: G. Read 3, C. Culliton 1, G. Devane 1, C. Bartholomew 1, D. Butler 1, A. Kennedy 1, R. Foley 1

4.14 1.2

3.6 0.1

4.7 (31) 1.2 (8)

BEST: Wattle Park: A. Billing, T. Murphy, C. Hart, P. Hill, J. Ardern, O. Walker Preston Bullants: E. Baulch, M. Dullard, P. Valstar, M. Goodman, A. Garrick, R. Mcculloch

Parkside: G. Wood, M. Welsh, C. Rogerson , Q. Mills, D. Cornish 2.9 1.1

2.3 0.1

Preston Bullants: L. Saunders 1

BEST: Power House: G. Read, E. Doorley, A. Jones, D. Butler, C. Culliton, C. Bartholomew

1.5 1.0

2.3 0.0

GOALS: Wattle Park: P. Hill 3, B. Preddey 1

Parkside: M. Bouman 1, M. Zeevaarder 1, M. Welsh 1

Whitefriars Bulleen Templestowe AFC

Wattle Park Preston Bullants

8.15 (63) 2.4 (16)

De La Salle South Melbourne Districts

1.3 0.0

2.4 2.1

3.4 3.1

4.5 (29) 3.1 (19)

GOALS: Whitefriars: E. Wood 4, C. Ryan 3, C. Fernandes 1

GOALS: De La Salle: P. Palma 1, I. Catrice 1, M. Bamert 1, S. Walker 1

Bulleen Templestowe AFC: S. Barnetson 1, J. Pope 1

South Melbourne Districts: C. Blake 2, A. Smythe 1

BEST: Whitefriars: C. Ryan, C. Notting, C. Fernandes, E. McKeown, S. Smith, R. Sterry

BEST: De La Salle: P. Palma, M. Bamert, A. Cordeiro, J. Luth, J. Coleman, I. Catrice

Bulleen Templestowe AFC: O. Lawrie, B. Funnell , P. Louey, S. Barnetson, A. Toscano, L. Moussa

South Melbourne Districts: A. Thatcher, A. Scoble-Hansen, F. Adinata, G. Reynolds, K. Jaeger, C. Blake

AJAX Oakleigh

Old Carey Elsternwick

2.1 0.0

7.5 0.0

9.7 0.0

10.7 (67) 1.1 (7)

3.2 0.0

6.3 0.1

7.5 0.1

GOALS: AJAX: L. Nankin 4, B. Tuszynski 2, J. Marget 2, J. Shustin 1, G. Folwell 1

GOALS: Old Carey: A. McCormack 2, Z. Pratt 2, L. Walshe 2, A. Louis 1, J. Walsh 1

Oakleigh: M. Torpey 1

Elsternwick:

8.10 (58) 0.1 (1)

BEST: Old Carey: T. Dempsey, A. Louis, K. McLeod, T. Sutherland , J. Walsh, L. Walshe

BEST: AJAX: J. Gabriel, J. Shustin, L. Rainey, L. Nankin, C. Boylan, J. Caplan

Elsternwick: O. Powell, B. Lane, J. Berto, N. Berto, R. Adams, J. Hurley

Oakleigh: M. Torpey, C. Bethune, D. Bird, R. Ford, E. O’Gorman, L. Firth

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SKOB make their intentions clear as finals approach exception in round 15. J. Behnk slotted 7 in his return from suspension whilst Z. Winter was impressive holding down the fort at fullback.

Last weekend was a relatively low scoring round for this division.

A possible sign of fatigue from VAFA’s young troupe. A series of predictable results are the main takeaway from round 15. Each top four side walked away with a resounding and comprehensive victory. The top four appears to almost be set, though with fifth all the way down to eighth holding the same number of points, there could be a late dash to chase down an illustrious finals position.

The CYs will take on Old Scotch in RD16. SBMT will host Old Brighton in the primetime slot at Brindisi St. De La Salle def by. St. Kevins by 82 points.

De La remains in finals contention but will be feeling a dip in confidence after a comprehensive defeat at the hands of SKOB. They only converted 3 goals for the duration of the contest, credit to St Kevin’s excellent defensive structure. De La Salle will do all in their power for a 2023 finals berth.

Caulfield Grammarians def. Old Brighton by 9 points.

A very classy and entertaining affair took place at Glen Huntly Oval on Saturday. An inform Caulfield couldn’t shake the hard running Brighton until the final term. The margin remained within 10 points for the duration of the contest, illustrating the competitive standard of this section.

De La will be disappointed to have underutilised their home ground advantage. They remained scoreless in the opening term, letting SKOB assert their supremacy from the outset. J. Harper, K. Rossiter, E. Hele, J. Miller, E. Macbeth & A. Liakakos were all impressive in a losing side.

Caulfield are truly peaking at the right time of the season. This late season charge has all but cemented them a place in the finals as they look to dethrone reigning premiers Old Xavierians. Even though Caulfield only won this encounter by 9 points, they look composed and polished for the duration of the contest. They are a team that utilise their home deck with finesse that opposition teams struggle to match.

C. Cooke slotted 3 in a best on ground performance.

Anything less than a grand final appearance will be a disappointment for SKOB in 2023. They’ve had a terrific season and affirmed their dominance in this uncompromising display. SKOB had multiple goal scorers, showcasing their talent up forward. O. Gill, B. Bryan, T. Davidson, G. Delimitrou, A. Leiner & M. Adams were best afield for SKOB.

Brighton now sits second last on the ladder. Though this can be viewed as an unfair representation of their season. They’ve strung together some solid performances and have a range of talented players, though consistency remains a glaring issue. I have no doubt they’ll rebound next year. C. Hathway & G. Hill combined for 8 majors in a monster effort down forward.

St Kevin’s will be banking on a win against St Bernards to comfortably retain top spot, while De La will host Old Xaverians at the Dairy Bell.

Old Scotch def. University Blues by 12 points.

A very tightly contested affair at Camberwell saw Old Scotch leave victorious over Uni. Two very cohesive teams on the fringe of finals thrived on Saturday. Scotch led for majority of the contest, but Uni aren’t to be underestimated in the coming weeks.

Caulfield will travel to Crawford Oval to play Uni Blues in the round 16.

Brighton faces SBMT at Mentone.

Old Scotch aren’t to be forgotten in the race for finals. H. Byrne-Jones, J. Phillips, J. Harker, S. Norman, G. Kennedy & F. Leeton were all outstanding. There was also a plethora of goalkickers, a sign of an unselfish and unified team.

Williamtown CYMS def by. St Bedes/Mentone Tigers by 42 points.

SBMT have proved they’re not just here to make up the numbers.

They faced one of the VAFA’s biggest road trips and travelled across the bridge to Williamstown. The CYs inefficiency in front of goal was detrimental to the end result.

Uni will be disappointed to have dropped this game but still sit 5th on the ladder. They’ll need to win over the next few weeks to chase a top four spot. T. O’’Brien, A. Lord, H. Meggitt, H. Williams, O. Williams & J. Ryan were admirable in a losing side.

Williamstown continues to rely on the dependable core of N. Sayers, A. Martinez, T. Assafiri, C. Brown, A. Fernandes & Z. Provest but were just unable to get over the line. They now sit in 7th with 7 wins.

Uni will face an inform Caulfield this weekend. Scotch will play the CYs. St. Bernards def by. Old Xaverians by 97 points.

SBMT have impressed in season 2023. Their first season in U19 Premier in several years came with slight apprehension. Would they be able to compete on a consistent basis with a substantially younger team? They’ve answered that question in resounding fashion. Their talent across every board continues to impress and that was no

The Xavs enjoyed a percentage boost against St Bernards last weekend. Xavier possesses the healthiest percentage in the section but still find themselves in 2nd place. St Bernards continue to show up but have been drained of their confidence and belief as the season has progressed.

St Bernards were only able to register 19 points for the duration of the contest. F. Shannon, L. Bugeja, T. Lowrie, D. Restuccia, A. Ryan & L. Hallett were all admirable in a tough loss.

ROUND 16 TIPS De La Salle v Old Xaverians

Xavier displayed their depth and efficiency in this match. Their ability to steamroll through this St Bernards team is a good sugar hit on the eve of finals. W. MacIsaac manhandled the opposition with 6 goals and a best on ground performance.

St Bedes/Mentone Tigers v Old Brighton St Kevins v St Bernards University Blues v Caulfield Grammarians

Old Xaverians will face De La this week. St Bernards travel to T H King Oval to play SKOB.

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HOLMESGLEN U19 RESULTS 2023 HOLMESGLEN UNDER 19 PREMIER MEN’S

2023 HOLMESGLEN UNDER 19 DIVISION 2 MEN’S

Caulfield Grammarians 3.2 6.4 9.5 12.6 (78) Old Brighton 3.0 5.3 8.7 10.9 (69) GOALS: Caulfield Grammarians: C. Cooke 3, m. Olynyk 2, C. Hankin 2, M. Hamill 1, T. Warner 1, A. Loughnan 1, D. Ting 1, C. Clancy 1 Old Brighton: G. Hill 4, C. Hathway 4, A. Langworthy 1, J. Campigli 1 BEST: Caulfield Grammarians: D. Ting, C. Cooke, O. Sail, O. Ruddock, S. McInerney, C. Hankin Old Brighton: Z. Travers, S. Flockart, G. Hill , J. Campigli, M. Bierens, S. Fanning

Old Camberwell Grammar 4.7 7.9 14.14 15.15 (105) Parkside 0.0 1.1 1.1 2.3 (15) GOALS: Old Camberwell Grammarians: T. Beechey 3, G. Brennan 3, J. Davidson 2, L. Ross 2, S. Veitch 1, C. Rutledge 1, S. Woods 1, H. Haintz 1, K. Huang 1 Parkside: O. Price 1, L. Grist 1 BEST: Old Camberwell Grammarians: C. Rutledge, S. Woods, C. Robertson, J. Schreuder, J. Davidson, T. Beechey Parkside: N. McIntosh, O. Price, P. Holden, A. Drysdale, L. Kanizay

Old Scotch 2.2 3.5 6.8 8.11 (59) University Blues 0.2 4.7 4.9 6.11 (47) GOALS: Old Scotch: R. Beckworth 1, S. Norman 1, J. Harker 1, W. Hucker 1, H. Dixon 1, P. Johnson 1, H. Byrne-Jones 1, J. Francis 1 University Blues: H. Meggitt 1, J. Harrington 1, T. O’Brien 1, A. Dowsley 1, J. Ball 1, O. Williams 1 BEST: Old Scotch: H. Byrne-Jones, J. Phillips, J. Harker, S. Norman, G. Kennedy, F. Leeton University Blues: T. O’Brien, A. Lord, H. Meggitt, H. Williams, O. Williams, J. Ryan Old Xaverians 4.3 9.7 12.8 18.8 (116) St Bernards 1.1 1.2 2.4 2.7 (19) GOALS: Old Xaverians: W. Macisaac 6, W. Exell 2, B. BilstonMcGillen 2, M. Mahommed 2, C. Ralph 1, C. Bourne 1, B. Moyle 1, A. Ivak 1, A. Scally 1, N. Pozzi 1 St Bernards: L. Gibson 1, L. Bugeja 1 BEST: Old Xaverians: N. Pozzi, K. Walford, W. Macisaac, D. Calvert, A. Ivak St Bernards: F. SHANNON, L. Bugeja, T. Lowrie, D. Restuccia, A. Ryan, L. Hallett St Kevins 2.3 7.5 10.7 15.11 (101) De La Salle 0.0 1.0 3.0 3.1 (19) GOALS: St Kevins: Z. Greenham 3, F. Clark 3, J. Palmer 2, T. Williams 2, J. Conquest 2, O. Gill 1, W. Pfeiffer 1, J. Luscombe 1 De La Salle: A. Liakakos 2, E. Macbeth 1 BEST: St Kevins: O. Gill, B. Bryan, T. Davidson, G. Delimitrou, A. Leiner, M. Adams De La Salle: J. Harper, K. Rossiter, E. Hele, J. Miller, E. Macbeth, A. Liakakos St Bedes/Mentone Tigers 3.0 6.2 6.4 12.5 (77) Williamstown CYMS 1.3 1.8 1.10 4.11 (35) GOALS: St Bedes / Mentone Tigers: J. Behnk 7, H. Gleeson 1, O. Bawden 1, L. Bowles 1, T. Nash 1, J. Bolton 1 Williamstown CYMS: T. Roordink 2, S. Elford 1, Z. Provest 1 BEST: St Bedes / Mentone Tigers: T. Meakins, O. Bawden, Z. Winter, J. Behnk, M. Sullivan, H. Gleeson Williamstown CYMS: N. Sayers, A. Martinez, T. Assafiri, C. Brown, A. Fernandes, Z. Provest

2023 HOLMESGLEN UNDER 19 DIVISION 1 MEN’S Old Trinity 2.3 9.5 11.7 16.9 (105) Parkdale Vultures 2.1 3.2 6.7 8.9 (57) GOALS: Old Trinity: E. Chard 5, T. Ferrier 3, T. Robinson 2, H. Preiss 1, W. Thatcher 1, Z. Sparg 1, L. Dluzniak 1, C. Woodward 1, R. Hughson 1 Parkdale Vultures: C. Goonewardene 3, A. Bartel 2, E. Capp 1, A. Boyle 1, A. Stefanec 1 BEST: Old Trinity: C. Woodward, J. Trist, W. Thatcher, H. Beamish, E. Chard, J. Scott Parkdale Vultures: A. Boyle, C. Goonewardene, R. Bowles, B. Fenech, N. Groves, B. Keen Beaumaris 2.5 6.6 14.12 21.15 (141) Hampton Rovers 4.0 7.0 8.3 9.7 (61) GOALS: Beaumaris: C. Dear 8, N. Dear 4, J. Pepper 2, J. Butler 2, S. Stewart 1, W. Pearson 1, A. Newman 1, C. Bruce 1, T. Federici 1 Hampton Rovers: W. Crawford 2, C. Kilburn 2, L. Coughlin 1, D. Hall 1, B. Jensen-Muir 1, W. Rogacki 1, K. Carrigan 1 BEST: Beaumaris: Hampton Rovers: O. Horigan, L. Celantano, W. Crawford, K. Carrigan, J. Hudghton Old Xaverians 0.0 0.0 0.0 11.11 (77) Old Melburnians 0.0 0.0 0.0 8.4 (52) GOALS: Old Xaverians: C. Christopher 5, W. Beattie 2, E. Paul 1, N. Betts 1, J. Sandman 1, J. Nelson 1 Old Melburnians: W. Harper 2, L. Bridger 2, H. Nicholls 2, E. Chantrell 1, O. Allen 1 BEST: Old Xaverians: C. Christopher, C. Crisostomos, J. Nelson, W. Troy, F. Visentini, H. Bird Old Melburnians: O. Allen, H. Worth, C. Rose, E. Chantrell, M. Anderson, M. Officer

Old McKinnon/Glen Eira 1.7 10.15 18.17 20.25 (145) University Blacks 1.3 1.4 3.6 3.7 (25) GOALS: Old McKinnon/Glen Eira AFC: J. Waldren 5, W. Green 3, M. Day 3, H. Rose 2, S. Litis 2, P. Thompson 1, T. Noonan 1, T. Isaacs 1, M. Johnston 1, A. Chilcott 1 University Blacks: F. McMahon 1, B. Mithen 1, M. Daffey 1 BEST: Old McKinnon/Glen Eira AFC: W. Green, J. Waldren, T. Williamson, L. Orso, M. Day, S. Cockle University Blacks: B. Mithen, T. Gillam, J. Wentzel, C. Carmichael, R. Edwards, T. Yorke Old Haileybury 4.1 9.3 11.4 16.9 (105) Mazenod OC 3.4 5.6 8.8 9.8 (62) GOALS: Old Haileybury: L. Riedel 6, J. Connell 3, T. Reid 2, J. Tuffley 2, Z. Fuleky 1, A. Williamson 1, A. Bonwick 1 Mazenod OC: D. Martino 3, M. Boyce 2, S. Quirk 1, N. Montano 1, J. McCluskey 1, L. Thompson 1 BEST: Old Haileybury: L. Riedel, J. Adams, E. Cassidy, M. McKenzie, J. Tuffley, D. Zhang Mazenod OC: M. Boyce, S. Quirk, O. Tuck, D. Martino, M. Di Ciero, J. Smith

Old Ivanhoe Grammar 2.5 5.13 6.17 9.19 (73) Williamstown CYMS 0.3 1.3 1.6 1.9 (15) GOALS: Old Ivanhoe Grammarians: L. Agrotis 5, D. Waldron 2, W. Buckingham 1, M. Gurrisi 1 Williamstown CYMS: J. Connors 1 BEST: Old Ivanhoe Grammarians: T. Thornton, O. Dumsday, D. Waldron, M. Ugle, L. Brunton, B. Lawson Williamstown CYMS: P. Farrell, F. Puhar, J. McHale, C. Schaap, L. Van Merkestein, T. Fischer

2023 HOLMESGLEN UNDER 19 DIVISION 4 MEN’S Brunswick 4.2 5.4 8.5 10.6 (66) Old Paradians 1.1 4.4 7.7 7.8 (50) GOALS: Brunswick: D. Marchione 2, L. Scutella 2, B. Marchionna 1, B. Eldridge 1, J. Duvnjak 1, A. Raso 1, Z. Cocco 1, R. O’Connor 1 Old Paradians: J. Lamers 4, D. Taylor 2, L. Kerr 1 BEST: Brunswick: M. Foti, Z. Cocco, F. Sinn, L. Perrone, D. Marchione, L. Scutella Old Paradians: J. Bonnyman, N. Ball, B. Key, R. Jones, L. Kerr, C. Pringle PEGS Football Club 7.2 13.5 18.9 20.19 (139) St Kevins 1.1 1.5 1.5 3.6 (24) GOALS: PEGS Football Club: N. Markovski 5, D. Scott 4, B. Murphy 3, A. Abada 3, P. Steward 1, J. Karambelas 1, J. Sessa 1, J. Akhurst 1, X. Webb 1 St Kevins: J. O’Malley 2, O. Garlick 1 BEST: PEGS Football Club: P. Steward, J. Deen, A. Abada, N. Markovski, B. Murphy, Z. Al-Musawy St Kevins: L. Augerinos, P. Shaw, J. O’Malley, T. McLellan, S. Salom, J. Baloukeserlis

Old Carey 2.6 3.7 4.8 8.10 (58) St Kevins 2.1 2.4 2.4 2.4 (16) GOALS: Old Carey: H. Thomas 2, J. Sharrock 2, L. Neilson 1, A. Simpson 1, J. Helmot 1, C. Gaiardo 1 St Kevins: D. Gambell 1, C. McCann 1 BEST: Old Carey: L. Neilson, J. Horsey, A. Simpson, H. Thomas, J. Sharrock, S. Kierce St Kevins: C. Lynch, A. Butler, R. Smythe, A. Smith, M. Buckeridge, N. Dynan

Old Xaverians 6.4 8.4 12.10 16.13 (109) St Bedes / Mentone 2.2 6.4 7.4 9.6 (60) GOALS: Old Xaverians: St Bedes / Mentone: J. Kinna 5, W. Bright 2, H. Gardner 1, J. Dance 1 BEST: Old Xaverians: St Bedes / Mentone: J. Kinna, S. Worrell, T. Stacey, H. Owen, H. Naughton, J. Stephen McCahon

St Bedes/Mentone Tigers 6.6 11.11 12.13 14.21 (105) Monash Blues 2.0 4.1 5.2 6.6 (42) GOALS: St Bedes / Mentone Tigers: T. Aughterson 3, B. Bawden 2, T. Walker 2, J. Pitara 2, S. Ralph 1, B. Ubrihien-Shimonishi 1, J. Pratt 1, J. Davoren 1, X. Mauerhofer 1 Monash Blues: B. Murray 2, H. Wrigglesworth 2, J. Blackmore 1, T. Kairl 1 BEST: St Bedes / Mentone Tigers: G. Uberti, Z. Tsakoumangos, B. Bawden, T. Walker, K. Vella, D. Marani Monash Blues: H. Frischke, W. Girdwood, B. Murray, S. Coleman, A. Hubbard, O. Armstrong

Oakleigh AFC 8.8 17.14 26.15 35.20 (230) St Bernards 2.0 2.0 3.3 6.3 (39) GOALS: Oakleigh AFC: A. Bernardo 5, E. Manaras 4, J. Guergues 4, C. Athans 3, J. Rossington 3, S. Fortune 3, L. Wycherley 2, T. Interrigi 2, S. Ison 2, B. Thompson 2, K. Kato 2, S. Ung 1, N. Alderson 1, S. Gruevski 1 St Bernards: J. Matic 2, C. Cheshire 1, T. Ciccarelli 1, B. Storey 1, L. Guarnaccia 1 BEST: Oakleigh AFC: K. Kato, W. Iverson, S. Fortune, E. Manaras, A. Bernardo, B. Thompson St Bernards: P. Petruccelli, J. Matic, P. O’Sullivan, E. Healy, N. Mora-McDonald, S. Shamoon

2023 HOLMESGLEN UNDER 19 DIVISION 3 MEN’S Collegians 0.2 1.7 5.11 11.15 (81) Bulleen Templestowe AFC 5.3 7.4 9.5 9.5 (59) GOALS: Collegians: J. Carroll 4, L. Jorgensen 1, W. Rees 1, M. Mckeown 1, H. de Bohun 1, L. Payne 1, M. Daphne 1, W. Houghton 1 Bulleen Templestowe AFC: L. Sticca 2, M. Papas 2, M. Donovan 2, D. Martino 2, G. Sardelis 1 BEST: Collegians: C. Tassonee, M. Daphne, X. Molino, E. O’Donnell, W. Houghton, J. Carroll Bulleen Templestowe AFC: J. Donovan, O. Watts, T. Torresi, L. Sticca, Z. Milione, D. Moore Beaumaris FC 3.6 4.8 8.9 11.11 (77) De La Salle 2.2 5.4 8.6 9.9 (63) GOALS: Beaumaris FC: J. Rabak 4, M. Newman-Morris 2, O. Pearce 1, A. Marcombe 1, F. Burgess 1, M. Parkes 1, C. Arthurton 1 De La Salle: P. Baker 6, J. Tyquin 1, T. Blaikie 1, P. Maillard 1 BEST: Beaumaris FC: C. Reynolds, S. Lewis, L. Caris, G. Lewis, H. Selby, J. Rabak De La Salle: P. Baker, X. Burns, T. welling, D. Kaminaris, E. Georgelin, T. Blaikie Marcellin OC 6.1 11.6 17.8 25.13 (163) St Bernards 2.1 3.4 4.4 5.4 (34) GOALS: Marcellin OC: F. Carman 4, J. Harrowell 3, B. Salerno 3, J. Frost 3, C. Aparo 2, K. Mazzini 2, G. Megas 2, D. Lagan 1, L. Perrone 1, J. Bellissimo 1, O. Butterworth 1, M. Ryan 1, J. Pekin 1 St Bernards: F. Armstrong 1, A. Aranguiz 1, M. Pannunzio 1, S. Doyle 1, M. Moore 1 BEST: Marcellin OC: J. Pekin, C. Barry, M. Ryan, J. Harrowell, J. McArdle, L. Perrone St Bernards: S. Nicolosi, A. Aranguiz, S. Bovalina, J. Boyle, B. Jones, P. Stehmann-Doyle 45

Therry Penola AFC 6.7 6.7 7.7 8.8 (56) Old Mckinnon/Glen Eira 3.3 3.3 5.4 6.9 (45) GOALS: Therry Penola AFC: J. Viola 3, B. Rocco 2, J. Vaina 1, J. Doodie 1, N. Mckay 1 Old Mckinnon/Glen Eira: N. Johnston 2, J. Armstrong 2, J. Pekar 1, J. Marotta 1 BEST: Therry Penola AFC: J. Lewis, J. Caligiuri, J. Vaina, J. Viola, R. Tabone, R. Borg Old Mckinnon/Glen Eira: J. Marotta, F. Brown, J. Rudzki, P. McLeish, B. Ng, M. Howe

THIRDS RESULTS 2023 PREMIER THIRDS MEN’S

2023 THIRDS DIVISION 3 MEN’S

University Blues 2.2 7.6 12.6 17.10 (112) Old Melburnians 2.5 4.7 6.10 10.10 (70) GOALS: University Blues: L. Craig 4, E. Wallis 3, L. Di Lallo 2, O. Dowling 2, O. McDonald 1, A. Artz 1, G. Whitehead 1, C. Dudley 1, J. Steer 1 Old Melburnians: L. Bennett 7, T. Nelson 2, L. Fong 1 BEST: University Blues: O. Grodski, G. Whitehead, C. Dudley, A. Artz, C. Johnston, L. Di Lallo Old Melburnians: H. Hall, L. Bennett, T. Nelson, R. WoodFreeman, L. Fong

University Blues 4.0 7.3 10.5 12.5 (77) West Brunswick AFC 1.5 4.8 5.9 8.13 (61) GOALS: University Blues: J. Nicholls 3, O. McDonald 3, O. Honeyman 3, F. Quinlan 1, S. Apps 1, J. Davies 1 West Brunswick AFC: D. Calaby 1 BEST: University Blues: J. Nicholls, W. McKay, H. van der Tang, O. Honeyman, R. Heywood, L. Scott West Brunswick AFC:

Old Xaverians 3.5 5.8 8.13 14.18 (102) Kew FC 0.2 1.6 2.7 2.10 (22) GOALS: Old Xaverians: A. Mccormack 3, J. Hynes 2, N. Ongarelo 2, M. Constantino 2, T. Russell 1, C. Carey 1, T. Davine 1, M. Costello 1, N. McGrath 1 Kew FC: N. Bruce 2, A. Tallon 1 BEST: Old Xaverians: J. Hynes, N. Ongarelo, M. Costello, M. Constantino, E. Browne, N. McGrath Kew FC: M. Vergamalis, N. Lindner, T. Wiseman, W. Balme, N. Bruce, L. Dutra

Marcellin OC 4.2 5.6 6.12 11.15 (81) Old Camberwell Grammar 0.1 1.4 4.6 5.8 (38) GOALS: Marcellin OC: L. Wyatt 3, D. McPherson 2, D. Pierce 2, J. Hesse 2, D. Redmond 1, M. Frost 1 Old Camberwell Grammarians: M. Cottrell 2, L. Weinlich 1, O. Anderson 1, C. Martin 1 BEST: Marcellin OC: A. Turner, D. Pierce, H. Lal, D. Bagnara, J. Barbuto, E. Tzolakis Old Camberwell Grammarians: J. Alexeyeff, S. Cooper, M. Cottrell, R. McDonald, L. Mouat, D. Sciessere

AJAX Afc 3.3 6.8 10.10 12.15 (87) Glen Eira AFC 0.2 0.4 2.5 4.7 (31) GOALS: AJAX Afc: J. Fibishenko 2, L. Weeden 2, T. Southwick 2, N. Briggs 1, J. Schwarz 1, M. Micmacher 1, Z. Miller 1, E. Siegel 1, J. Peker 1 Glen Eira AFC: J. Dariol 2, M. Lauriola 1, J. Gonis 1 BEST: AJAX Afc: N. Kay, J. Fibishenko, L. Weeden, C. Gross, T. Southwick, L. Siegel Glen Eira AFC: B. Fullerton, A. Boul, J. Boul, J. Williams, N. Schloeffel, A. Petsinis

Old Brighton Grammar 2.4 7.5 10.8 16.10 (106) Richmond Central AFC 0.2 2.3 3.4 4.9 (33) GOALS: Old Brighton Grammarians: L. Connell 4, M. Gunter 3, S. Stavrellis 3, G. Adams 1, N. Stavrellis 1, A. Elliott 1, M. Kuzilny 1, M. Blyth 1, J. Ianuali 1 Richmond Central AFC: S. Tarbet 1, R. Atkins 1, L. Cartwright 1, S. Mack 1 BEST: Old Brighton Grammarians: J. Draheim, B. Cochran, S. Stavrellis, L. Connell, M. Gunter, A. Elliott Richmond Central AFC: S. Tarbet, W. Lawrence, L. Cartwright, L. Roach, J. Dickinson, B. Saggers

2023 THIRDS DIVISION 5 MEN’S

Ivanhoe AFC 5.1 11.2 15.9 20.15 (135) Hampton Rovers 3.1 3.1 4.3 7.3 (45) GOALS: Ivanhoe AFC: B. Cococcia 8, J. Keyhoe 4, M. Balcombe 2, A. Kelly 2, P. Lawson 1, F. Bergman 1, A. Janes 1, L. Dohnt 1 Hampton Rovers: J. Young 3, A. Steedman 2, S. Anderson 1, D. Melnjak 1 BEST: Ivanhoe AFC: B. Cococcia, L. Ward, F. Bergman, M. Harte, J. Keyhoe, J. Vidajic Hampton Rovers: J. Campion, N. Anderson, D. Melnjak, J. Young, A. Steedman, J. Rees

Elsternwick AFC 0.5 4.9 6.12 10.13 (73) Box Hill North AFC 3.1 6.3 9.8 10.13 (73) GOALS: Elsternwick AFC: J. Swire 4, G. Takac 2, B. Miller 1, C. Boddington 1, B. Glasser 1, D. Guastalegname 1 Box Hill North AFC: BEST: Elsternwick AFC: J. Swire, G. Takac, B. Glasser, L. Ryan, H. Waldron, J. Hill Box Hill North AFC:

Old Xaverians 2.2 7.6 7.7 11.10 (76) Fitzroy FC 1.0 1.2 2.7 3.9 (27) GOALS: Old Xaverians: C. O’Brien 2, S. Stangherlin 2, G. Villiers de Casanove 1, S. Asdagi 1, A. Lo Giudice 1, D. Condon 1, L. Danielis-Morley 1, T. Mantesso 1, D. Fitzgerald 1 Fitzroy FC: D. Bakes 1, A. Curyer 1, B. McDonald 1 BEST: Old Xaverians: T. Silvagni, C. O’Brien, P. Cockerill, S. Stangherlin, T. Mantesso, D. Condon Fitzroy FC: J. MacKay, J. Marasco-Liddell, H. Morris-Dalton , C. Morris-Dalton, T. Duffin, C. Harrison Old Scotch 2.3 8.6 11.7 14.10 (94) Old Brighton Grammar 3.4 4.5 7.8 10.9 (69) GOALS: Old Scotch: M. Seed 4, A. Macmillan 2, S. Townsend 2, C. Dixon 2, J. Townsend 1, D. Sandilands 1, R. Higgins 1, J. Broderick 1 Old Brighton Grammarians: D. Paino 6, A. Mickelburough 2, J. Clark 1, T. Arrigo 1 BEST: Old Scotch: M. Seed, C. Dixon, J. Broderick, T. Macmillan, J. Stavris, T. Prior Old Brighton Grammarians: T. Arrigo, J. Clark, J. Mongey, T. Jackett-Simpson, L. McDougall, A. Mickelburough

2023 THIRDS DIVISION 1 MEN’S UNIVERSITY BLACKS v. WILLIAMSTOWN CYMS Round 16 - 12/08/2023 University Blacks won by foreit.

Old Xaverians 4.5 6.9 11.12 15.16 (106) St Bernards 1.0 2.0 2.0 4.0 (24) GOALS: Old Xaverians: J. Forrest 6, J. Hanger 3, W. Mantesso 2, J. Buffon 2, M. Tempone 1, L. Strathdee 1 St Bernards: C. Smith 2, B. Davies 1, B. Garth 1 BEST: Old Xaverians: W. Mantesso, T. Wynne, J. Whitehead, J. Hanger, J. Norman, J. Forrest St Bernards: B. Davies, L. Cesarini, N. Kazuro, W. Isaacs, Z. Hannett, M. Borzillo Fitzroy FC 2.6 5.10 11.14 14.16 (100) Collegians 1.0 2.0 3.0 5.1 (31) GOALS: Fitzroy FC: D. O’Connor 4, T. Grbac 3, M. Gaite 2, L. Lyon 1, E. Gosling 1, N. White 1, A. Percy 1, M. Sweeney 1 Collegians: J. Dougherty 2, H. Gorman 1, D. McKenzie 1, W. Rees 1 BEST: Fitzroy FC: T. Butler, A. Mulligan, D. O’Connor, M. Gaite, L. Sugrue, E. Janetzki Collegians: J. Kenyon-Smith, M. Newton, J. Dougherty , J. Sund, M. Ellem, P. Coelho Old Trinity Grammarians 1.3 4.8 6.8 12.11 (83) Old Geelong 2.2 2.3 4.6 6.6 (42) GOALS: Old Trinity Grammarians: T. Mitchell 2, C. Riggs 2, C. Simondson 2, S. Emerson 2, E. Davey 2, J. Bateman 1, J. Poynton 1 Old Geelong: K. Daly 2, W. Matthews 1, C. Fox 1, H. Alexander 1, A. Barr 1 BEST: Old Trinity Grammarians: R. Beale, S. Emerson, C. Simondson , T. Mullins, J. Bateman, T. Mitchell Old Geelong: L. Zeschke, R. Topp, A. Barr, G. Orford, A. Alexander, B. Mensh

2023 THIRDS DIVISION 2 MEN’S Old Xaverians 1.5 4.10 7.15 11.16 (82) Beaumaris FC 4.2 4.2 4.4 4.5 (29) GOALS: Old Xaverians: T. O’Brien 3, A. MacIsaac 3, A. Taouk 2, G. Lachal 1, M. Perrett 1, M. Panozzo 1 Beaumaris FC: T. Thomas 2, A. Baruhas 1, M. Barba 1 BEST: Old Xaverians: H. Vanderkley, A. Taouk, T. Lyon, T. McCarthy, A. MacIsaac, T. O’Brien Beaumaris FC: S. Evans, E. McGarry, M. Adams

Ormond AFC 10.2 15.9 22.12 29.17 (191) Monash Blues 1.2 1.2 2.4 2.4 (16) GOALS: Ormond AFC: L. Natsikas 10, T. Natsikas 8, A. Howard 3, J. Wilkinson 2, N. Topakas 2, K. Dompietro 1, J. McDonald 1, F. Sharman-Smith 1, S. Skinner 1 Monash Blues: N. Hawes 1, S. Chapman 1 BEST: Ormond AFC: L. Natsikas, T. Natsikas, L. Teague, A. Paliatsos, D. Farthing, K. Dompietro Monash Blues: L. Gration, J. Clapp, K. Lieu, F. McLaren, B. Roe, S. Chapman

2023 THIRDS DIVISION 4 MEN’S Old Scotch 5.2 6.8 9.11 13.14 (92) South Melbourne Districts 0.0 3.4 5.4 5.6 (36) GOALS: Old Scotch: W. Taylor 7, S. Vidor 2, J. Harper 2, R. Higgins 2 South Melbourne Districts: H. Tudhope 2, T. O’Brien 2, L. McDonald 1 BEST: Old Scotch: O. Kyriacou, W. Taylor, J. Harper, R. Higgins, S. Vidor, B. Mcgain South Melbourne Districts: H. Tudhope, J. Romano, A. Lockington, G. Baird, B. Bartlett, T. Myers Old Paradians 2.2 4.4 4.10 7.10 (52) Prahran FC 0.1 0.3 1.4 2.7 (19) GOALS: Old Paradians: J. Di Natale 4, B. Rikalo 2, J. Healy 1 Prahran FC: C. Berger 1, D. Sinclair 1 BEST: Old Paradians: J. Di Natale, M. McHugh, J. Healy, A. Gafa, S. Fleming, N. Liougas Prahran FC: N. Keohler, J. Parry, J. Marshall, N. Tetteroo, S. Bryant, G. Scott Parkside Football Club 1.5 2.10 6.15 9.17 (71) Chadstone AFC 6.0 6.3 7.5 9.9 (63) GOALS: Parkside Football Club: Z. Blay 3, B. Hunter 1, O. Benson 1, D. Brennan 1, G. Nairn 1, C. Lawson 1, D. Bomford 1 Chadstone AFC: BEST: Parkside Football Club: Z. Blay, O. Benson, P. Laffy, T. Coulter, M. Silber Chadstone AFC:

MAZENOD OC v. AJAX AFC Round 16 - 13/08/2023 AJAX Afc won by foreit.

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Mazenod OC 3.3 7.5 11.6 13.8 (86) Wattle Park AFC 2.1 4.1 4.3 4.5 (29) GOALS: Mazenod OC: S. Davis 3, J. Pasara 2, S. Mann 2, J. Siritunga 2, J. Bhojak 1, Z. McMenamin 1, J. Pritchett 1, N. Klavins 1 Wattle Park AFC: B. Ellwood 2, P. Baranello 1, M. Pringle 1 BEST: Mazenod OC: Z. McMenamin, A. De Marco - Toro, J. Pritchett, B. Mcpherson, S. Davis, N. Klavins Wattle Park AFC:

Whitefriars Football Club 2.4 5.7 12.9 14.13 (97) MHSOB 0.1 0.2 1.3 1.4 (10) GOALS: Whitefriars Football Club: S. Linkin 4, L. Zita 2, J. Petrowski 2, B. Fijan 2, J. Reid 1, G. Veenendaal 1, C. Dentith 1, K. Smith 1 Melbourne High School Old Boys: B. Gallop 1 BEST: Whitefriars Football Club: S. Linkin, M. Hardman, G. Veenendaal, T. Crake, J. Reid, A. Doyle Melbourne High School Old Boys: T. Feeney-Connor, A. Shulman, J. Gillespie, A. Kuang, B. Gallop, D. Francis Uhs-Vu 1.1 4.3 5.6 5.9 (39) Canterbury Football Club 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 (0) GOALS: Uhs-Vu: J. Minney 3, B. Thomas 1, H. Abdi 1 Canterbury Football Club: BEST: Uhs-Vu: J. Minney, A. Balos, G. Addley, D. Nelson, L. Bainbridge, M. Doherty Canterbury Football Club:

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SHARPSHOOTERS

2023 William Buck Premier Men’s

LR

TOTAL

2023 Division 1 Men’s

LR

TOTAL

William Pocknee

Collegians

4

38

Aaron Cloke

Oakleigh AFC

4

57

David Mirra

Collegians

3

36

Timothy Johnston

Glen Eira AFC

2

48

James Tarrant

Old Scotch

1

34

Edward Standish

Oakleigh AFC

1

35

Edward Greene

Collegians

0

34

Luke Ashen

Oakleigh AFC

2

33

LR

TOTAL

LR

TOTAL

2023 Division 1 Reserve Men’s

Zachary Ginies

St Kevins OB

2

44

Bronson Paech

Kew FC

10

50

Josh Edwards

Old Scotch

0

39

Harrison Ritchie

Glen Eira AFC

6

44

William Clark

Old Scotch

0

35

Julius Waras Carstensen

Glen Eira AFC

3

28

James Regan

Old Melburnians

0

29

Samuel Pritchard

West Brunswick AFC

2

27

2023 Premier Reserve Men’s

LR

TOTAL

2023 Division 2 Men’s

LR

TOTAL

Caleb Lewis

St Bedes/Mentone Tigers AFC

0

35

Benjamin Radford

Parkside Football Club

1

64

Brayden O’Toole

St Bedes/Mentone Tigers AFC

2

35

Daniel Wood

Whitefriars Football Club

3

59

William Smyth

Williamstown CYMS

4

34

Jamie Brooker

South Melbourne Districts

9

44

Mickey Nicholls

Old Geelong

0

31

Mathew Pereira

MHSOB

0

41

LR

TOTAL

2023 Premier B Men’s

LR

TOTAL

2023 Division 2 Reserve Men’s

William Zaghis

Fitzroy FC

3

34

Byron Gunn

MHSOB

3

35

Darren Colaco

St Bernards

5

32

Liam Chilcott

Parkside Football Club

2

32

Luke Scobie

Old Trinity Grammarians

4

28

James Cusack

MHSOB

0

28

Brad Fendyk

Fitzroy FC

6

22

Ben Daly

Brunswick Football Club

1

25

2023 Premier B Reserve Men’s

LR

TOTAL

2023 Division 3 Men’s

LR

TOTAL

Ryan Macdermid

Parkdale Vultures

2

48

Justin Raiti

Hawthorn AFC

4

55

Luke Scuderi

Old Ivanhoe Grammarians

0

32

William Meehan

Hawthorn AFC

6

54

Jack Fenner

PEGS Football Club

5

31

Thomas Lowden

Canterbury Football Club

1

50

Harry Laukens

Old Camberwell Grammarians

1

27

Julian Yeatman

Elsternwick AFC

0

41

LR

TOTAL

2023 Premier C Men’s

LR

TOTAL

2023 Division 3 Reserve Men’s

Nicholas Jackson

Hampton Rovers AFC

3

28

Matthew Price

Wattle Park AFC

2

47

Dylan Mastos

Mazenod OC

0

28

James Scammell

Canterbury Football Club

3

46

Gabriel Battistella

Old Ivanhoe Grammarians

1

25

Andrew Fraser

Richmond Central AFC

2

38

Dylan Williamson

Parkdale Vultures

1

24

John Farah

Hawthorn AFC

0

32

2023 Holmesglen U19 Premier Men’s

LR

TOTAL

2023 Division 4 Men’s

LR

TOTAL

Jack Behnk

St Bedes/Mentone Tigers AFC

7

42

Andrew Ramzy

North Brunswick AFC

3

37

William Macisaac

Old Xaverians

6

34

Jack Lee

Albert Park AFC

2

34

Alexander Dowsley

University Blues

1

33

Brandon Kelly

Masala Football Club

3

30

Zachary Provest

Williamstown CYMS

1

33

Blake Williams

Box Hill North AFC

2

28

LR

TOTAL

2023 Premier C Reserve Men’s

LR

TOTAL

2023 Division 4 Reserve Men’s

Joshua Willmott

St Kevins OB

0

21

Tyler Shaw

Box Hill North AFC

0

52

Lachlan Craig

University Blues

4

19

Mathew Waterson

North Brunswick AFC

11

41

2023 Premier Thirds Men’s

Ben McDonald

Fitzroy FC

1

17

Joel Clare

Box Hill North AFC

0

34

Daniel Barker

University Blues

0

17

Matthew De Poilly

St Johns OC

2

31

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SHARPSHOOTERS

2023 William Buck Premier Women’s Catherine Stanton St Kevins OB Georgia Harris Collegians Sophie Stewart West Brunswick AFC Lucy Morley Old Scotch

LR 0 1 0 4

TOTAL

2023 Premier B Women’s Iliana Zafiriou Laura Amelung Molly McFarlane Tahlia Limburg

LR 0 0 1 1

TOTAL

Old Yarra Cobras FC St Bedes/Mentone Tigers AFC Monash Blues Old Yarra Cobras FC

2023 Division 1 Women’s Simone Marinelli Sophie Fraser Daisy Flockart Zoe Glascott

LR 3 0 0 0

TOTAL

Beaumaris FC Old Melburnians Old Brighton Grammarians Marcellin OC

2023 Division 3 Women’s Lindi Nankin Hannah Konstanty Rosie Bureta Catherine Bartholomew

LR 4 0 0 1

TOTAL

AJAX Afc Glen Eira AFC Glen Eira AFC Power House AFC

2023 Thirds Division 1 Men’s Luther Lyon Charlie Fox Oscar Silk William Matthews

LR 1 1 0 1

TOTAL

Fitzroy FC Old Geelong Old Xaverians Old Geelong

2023 Thirds Division 2 Men’s Joshua Lyon Matthew Perrett Tiernan O’Brien Ben Gray

LR 0 1 3 0

TOTAL

Old Xaverians Old Xaverians Old Xaverians Williamstown CYMS

2023 Thirds Division 3 Men’s Benjamin Cococcia Lachlan Weinlich Sam Hartmann Jack Keyhoe

LR 8 1 0 4

TOTAL

Ivanhoe AFC Old Camberwell Grammarians Richmond Central AFC Ivanhoe AFC

2023 Thirds Division 4 Men’s Anthony Brown William Taylor Joshua Di Natale Justin Vogel

LR 0 7 4 0

TOTAL

Chadstone AFC Old Scotch Old Paradians AJAX Afc

2023 Thirds Division 5 Men’s James Shulman Lucas Zita Johanne Siritunga Jack Pasara

LR 0 2 2 2

TOTAL

MHSOB Whitefriars Football Club Mazenod OC Mazenod OC

2023 Mecwacare Masters Cameron Kirkup Dustin Cracknell Andrew Murray Anthony Palmer

LR 0 0 10 1

TOTAL

Oakleigh AFC Marcellin OC Oakleigh AFC De La Salle OC

24 20 17 17

25 24 19 18

27 20 18 18

18 17 14 13

45 40 29 25

45 29 27 23

45 34 27 26

43 37 23 20

51 41 30 30

17 12 11 8

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2023 Premier Reserve Women’s Elizabeth Olney Fitzroy FC Yolanda Vinycomb Kew FC Kayla Dingle Collegians Krystal Shaw Kew FC

LR 1 3 0 3

TOTAL

2023 Premier B Reserve Women’s April Jones Old Yarra Cobras FC Genevieve Barns-Dunne St Bedes/Mentone Tigers AFC Amy Dillon Brunswick Football Club Alicia Yiannios Mazenod OC

LR 1 0 0 0

TOTAL

2023 Division 2 Women’s Alessia Acquaro Sienna Symons Sofi - Kristin Georgas Anna-Lisa Harris

LR 7 5 6 0

TOTAL

Williamstown CYMS Parkdale Vultures Williamstown CYMS MCC Football Club

2023 Division 4 Women’s Amy McCormack Lisa Walshe Paige Hill Ã? Ine Bennett

LR 2 2 3 0

TOTAL

Old Carey Grammarians Old Carey Grammarians Wattle Park AFC Elsternwick AFC

2023 Thirds Women’s Stephanie Augustes Gabrielle Smith Jessica Powrie Steph Taylor

LR 0 0 0 0

TOTAL

St Kevins OB Melbourne Uni Women’s FC Kew FC St Kevins OB

2023 Holmesglen U19 Division 1 Men’s Calsher Dear Beaumaris FC Charles Kilburn Hampton Rovers AFC Edward Chard Old Trinity Grammarians Seb Stewart Beaumaris FC

LR 8 2 5 1

TOTAL

2023 Holmesglen U19 Division 2 Men’s Mitchell Boyce Mazenod OC Thomas Aughterson St Bedes/Mentone Tigers AFC Brennan Murray Monash Blues Oliver Moodie St Bedes/Mentone Tigers AFC

LR 2 3 2 0

TOTAL

2023 Holmesglen U19 Division 3 Men’s Finn Knight Old Ivanhoe Grammarians Finn Carman Marcellin OC Daniel Martino Bulleen Templestowe AFC David Waldron Old Ivanhoe Grammarians

LR 0 4 2 2

TOTAL

2023 Holmesglen U19 Division 4 Men’s Joshua Kinna St Bedes/Mentone Tigers AFC Jonah Guergues Oakleigh AFC Jack Viola Therry Penola AFC Lachlan Sharrock MHSOB

LR 5 4 3 0

TOTAL

17 17 13 13

19 11 8 8

46 27 24 21

30 29 21 19

9 5 5 5

41 37 35 29

32 25 23 21

29 28 23 23

33 31 30 30

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ORTHOSPORT VICTORIA VAFA PREMIERSHIP LADDERS WILLIAM BUCK PREMIER MEN’S

PREMIER MEN’S RESERVE

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

%

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

%

Collegians

16

13

3

0

0

0

0

1574

854

52

184.31

Old Xaverians

16

14

1

0

0

1

0

1657

581

60

285.2

Old Scotch

16

11

5

0

0

0

0

1390

964

44

144.19

Old Scotch

16

12

3

0

0

1

0

1438

719

52

200

St Kevins

16

11

5

0

0

0

0

1323

961

44

137.67

St Kevins

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1234

707

40

174.54

University Blues

16

11

5

0

0

0

0

1144

984

44

116.26

Old Brighton

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1196

712

40

167.98

Old Brighton

16

9

7

0

0

0

0

1192 1060

36

112.45

Old Melburnians

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1115

873

40

127.72

Old Xaverians

16

7

9

0

0

0

0

1197 1170

28

102.31

Collegians

16

9

7

0

0

0

0

1052 1128

36

93.26

University Blacks

16

7

9

0

0

0

0

1051 1202

28

87.44

University Blues

16

4

10

0

0

2

0

999

1028

24

97.18

Old Haileybury

16

5

11

0

0

0

0

968

1302

20

74.35

University Blacks

16

3

12

1

0

0

0

641

1184

14

54.14

Old Melburnians

16

5

11

0

0

0

0

1041 1458

20

71.4

Caulfield Grammarians

16

2

12

0

0

0

2

471

1917

8

24.57

Caulfield Grammarians

16

1

15

0

0

0

0

792

1717

4

46.13

Old Haileybury

16

1

12

1

0

0

2

618

1637

6

37.75

%

PREMIER B MEN’S

PREMIER B MEN’S RESERVE

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

St Bernards

16

16

0

0

0

0

0

1624

826

64

196.61

St Bernards

16

15

1

0

0

0

0

1432

557

60

257.09

Fitzroy

16

11

5

0

0

0

0

1379

997

44

138.31

Fitzroy

16

13

3

0

0

0

0

1567

486

52

322.43

De La Salle

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1173 1003

40

116.95

Beaumaris

16

11

5

0

0

0

0

1136

804

44

141.29

St Bedes / Mentone Tigers 16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1317 1271

40

103.62

Old Trinity

16

11

5

0

0

0

0

1169

833

44

140.34

Beaumaris

16

9

6

0

0

0

0

1332 1025

36

129.95

Old Geelong

16

8

8

0

0

0

0

924

1016

32

90.94

Old Geelong

16

9

7

0

0

0

0

1200 1175

36

102.13

St Bedes / Mentone Tigers 16

6

10

0

0

0

0

772

1179

24

65.48

Williamstown CYMS

16

7

9

0

0

0

0

1281 1407

28

91.04

Williamstown CYMS

16

5

11

0

0

0

0

929

1078

20

86.18

Old Trinity

16

6

10

0

0

0

0

932

1136

24

82.04

De La Salle

16

5

11

0

0

0

0

755

933

20

80.92

AJAX

16

1

15

0

0

0

0

958

1604

4

59.73

AJAX

16

5

11

0

0

0

0

773

1450

20

53.31

Monash Blues

16

1

15

0

0

0

0

889

1784

4

49.83

Monash Blues

16

1

15

0

0

0

0

539

1660

4

32.47

%

PREMIER C MEN’S

%

PREMIER C MEN’S RESERVE

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

Old Camberwell Grammar

14

12

2

0

2

0

0

1079

795

48

135.72

Old Ivanhoe Grammarians

14

13

1

0

2

0

0

1084

514

PEGS Football Club

14

10

3

1

2

0

0

1016

810

42

125.43

Mazenod OC

15

13

2

0

1

0

0

1226

595

52

206.05

Old Ivanhoe Grammarians

14

9

4

1

2

0

0

1214

859

38

141.33

Marcellin OC

14

10

4

0

2

0

0

937

736

40

127.31

Parkdale Vultures

15

9

5

1

1

0

0

1172

999

38

117.32

Parkdale Vultures

15

7

8

0

1

0

0

935

805

28

116.15

Mazenod OC

15

7

8

0

1

0

0

934

966

28

96.69

Old Camberwell Grammar

14

6

8

0

2

0

0

723

994

24

72.74

Old Carey

14

4

8

2

2

0

0

928

1013

20

91.61

Old Carey

14

4

10

0

2

0

0

769

1033

16

74.44

Hampton Rovers

14

5

9

0

2

0

0

903

1056

20

85.51

Ormond

14

4

10

0

2

0

0

704

1004

16

70.12

Marcellin OC

14

3

11

0

2

0

0

818

1233

12

66.34

PEGS Football Club

14

4

10

0

2

0

0

606

905

16

66.96

Ormond

14

2

11

1

2

0

0

897

1230

10

72.93

Hampton Rovers

14

3

11

0

2

0

0

685

1083

12

63.25

%

HOLMESGLEN UNDER 19 PREMIER MEN’S

52

% 210.89

PREMIER THIRDS MEN’S

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

St Kevins

15

12

3

0

0

0

0

1157

799

48

144.81

Fitzroy FC

14

10

4

0

2

1

0

997

565

Old Xaverians

40

% 176.46

15

11

4

0

0

0

0

1222

714

44

171.15

Old Xaverians

14

10

4

0

2

1

0

1153

745

40

154.77

St Bedes / Mentone Tigers 15

9

6

0

0

0

0

1103

933

36

118.22

Old Scotch

14

10

4

0

2

2

0

923

845

40

109.23

Caulfield Grammarians

15

9

6

0

0

0

0

1069 1119

36

95.53

St Kevins OB

14

9

5

0

2

1

0

999

637

36

156.83

University Blues

15

7

8

0

0

0

0

1016

879

28

115.59

University Blues

15

8

7

0

1

0

0

1412 1066

32

132.46

Old Scotch

15

7

8

0

0

0

0

978

919

28

106.42

Old Melburnians

14

2

12

0

2

0

3

595

1284

8

46.34

Williamstown CYMS

15

7

8

0

0

0

0

1016

990

28

102.63

Old Brighton Grammarians 15

2

13

0

1

0

2

590

1357

8

43.48

De La Salle

15

7

8

0

0

0

0

818

1066

28

76.74

Old Brighton

15

6

9

0

0

0

0

952

932

24

102.15

St Bernards

15

0

15

0

0

0

0

539

1519

0

35.48

Sports Injuries Arthritis Fractures 51

ORTHOSPORT VICTORIA VAFA PREMIERSHIP LADDERS DIVISION 1 MEN’S

DIVISION 1 MEN’S RESERVE

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

%

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

Glen Eira

16

15

1

0

0

0

0

1458

795

60

183.4

Glen Eira

16

13

2

0

0

1

0

1517

670

56

226.42

%

Oakleigh

16

12

4

0

0

0

0

1356

991

48

136.83

Kew FC

16

13

3

0

0

0

0

1342

679

52

197.64

Prahran

16

11

5

0

0

0

0

1449

927

44

156.31

Uhs-Vu

16

12

4

0

0

0

0

1057

766

48

137.99

Therry Penola

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1183 1019

40

116.09

Oakleigh

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1337

596

40

224.33

Uhs-Vu

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1202 1080

40

111.3

West Brunswick AFC

16

9

6

0

0

1

0

1091

745

40

146.44

Kew FC

16

7

9

0

0

0

0

1005

987

28

101.82

Prahran

16

9

7

0

0

0

0

1187

765

36

155.16

Old Peninsula

16

7

9

0

0

0

0

1110 1267

28

87.61

Therry Penola

16

6

10

0

0

0

0

960

1263

24

76.01

West Brunswick AFC

16

4

12

0

0

0

0

829

1307

16

63.43

Preston Bullants

16

4

12

0

0

0

0

771

1238

16

62.28

Preston Bullants

16

2

14

0

0

0

0

1012 1542

8

65.63

Old Peninsula

16

1

14

0

0

0

1

648

1657

4

39.11

Ivanhoe

16

2

14

0

0

0

0

745

1434

8

51.95

Ivanhoe

16

1

14

0

0

0

1

393

1958

4

20.07

%

DIVISION 2 MEN’S

DIVISION 2 MEN’S RESERVE

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

Parkside

16

13

3

0

0

0

0

1432

852

52

168.08

Parkside

16

14

2

0

0

0

0

1210

559

56

216.46

Brunswick

16

12

4

0

0

0

0

1325 1045

48

126.79

Brunswick

16

12

4

0

0

0

0

1253

690

48

181.59

Old Yarra Cobras

16

11

4

1

0

0

0

1383 1133

46

122.07

South Melbourne Districts

16

12

4

0

0

0

0

1135

661

48

171.71

South Melbourne Districts

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1250 1010

40

123.76

Mhsob

16

11

5

0

0

0

0

1212

829

44

146.2

Whitefriars

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1431 1270

40

112.68

Whitefriars

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1072

756

40

141.8

Mhsob

16

7

8

1

0

0

0

1196 1255

30

95.3

Old Paradians

16

6

9

1

0

0

0

794

969

26

81.94

%

Old Paradians

16

5

10

1

0

0

0

1035 1270

22

81.5

Aquinas

16

4

10

2

0

0

0

828

1052

20

78.71

Bulleen Templestowe

16

5

11

0

0

0

0

913

1411

20

64.71

Old Yarra Cobras

16

4

12

0

0

0

0

787

1088

16

72.33

St Mary’s Salesian

16

3

12

1

0

0

0

1089 1449

14

75.16

St Mary’s Salesian

16

3

13

0

0

0

0

814

1723

12

47.24

Aquinas

16

2

14

0

0

0

0

1103 1462

8

75.44

Bulleen Templestowe

16

2

13

1

0

0

0

681

1459

10

46.68

Agst PTS

%

DIVISION 3 MEN’S

DIVISION 3 MEN’S RESERVE

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

Elsternwick

16

14

2

0

0

0

0

1649 1008

56

163.59

Richmond Central

16

13

3

0

0

0

0

1517

697

52

217.65

Hawthorn

16

12

4

0

0

0

0

1817 1121

48

162.09

Wattle Park

16

13

3

0

0

0

0

1440

763

52

188.73

Canterbury

16

12

4

0

0

0

0

1546 1039

48

148.8

Hawthorn

16

10

5

0

0

1

0

1147

864

44

132.75

Wattle Park

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1399 1134

40

123.37

Elsternwick

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1085

988

40

109.82

Power House

16

6

10

0

0

0

0

1271 1346

24

94.43

Canterbury

16

9

7

0

0

0

0

1201

956

36

125.63

Richmond Central

16

6

10

0

0

0

0

1174 1426

24

82.33

Power House

16

5

10

0

0

0

1

982

968

20

101.45

%

La Trobe University

16

3

13

0

0

0

0

776

1580

12

49.11

La Trobe University

16

2

14

0

0

0

0

467

1653

8

28.25

Swinburne University

16

1

15

0

0

0

0

862

1840

4

46.85

Swinburne University

16

1

15

0

0

0

0

535

1485

4

36.03

%

DIVISION 4 MEN’S

DIVISION 4 MEN’S RESERVE

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

North Brunswick

16

15

0

1

0

0

0

1661

536

62

309.89

North Brunswick

16

13

2

0

0

1

0

1826

444

56

411.26

Box Hill North

16

10

5

1

0

0

0

1514 1120

42

135.18

Box Hill North

16

12

4

0

0

0

0

1611

781

48

206.27

Albert Park

16

8

8

0

0

0

0

1193 1177

32

101.36

St Johns

16

12

3

0

0

0

1

1137

977

48

116.38

Masala Football Club

16

7

9

0

0

0

0

1377 1294

28

106.41

Albert Park

16

5

10

0

0

0

1

925

1316

20

70.29

St Johns

16

6

10

0

0

0

0

937

1310

24

71.53

Masala Football Club

16

4

11

0

0

1

0

922

1533

20

60.14

Eley Park

16

1

15

0

0

0

0

812

2057

4

39.47

Eley Park

16

0

16

0

0

0

0

631

2052

0

30.75

Sports Injuries Arthritis Fractures THE AMATEUR FOOTBALLER 2023

52

%

ORTHOSPORT VICTORIA VAFA PREMIERSHIP LADDERS WILLIAM BUCK PREMIER WOMEN’S

PREMIER WOMEN’S RESERVE

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

%

St Kevins

14

12

2

0

2

0

0

717

259

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

%

56

276.83

Kew FC

14

13

1

0

2

0

0

644

134

52

480.6

Kew FC

14

12

2

0

2

0

0

590

240

56

245.83

West Brunswick AFC

14

11

3

0

2

0

0

571

154

44

370.78

Old Scotch

15

11

4

0

1

0

0

685

308

48

222.4

Coburg

14

11

3

0

2

0

0

701

215

44

326.05

Caulfield Grammarians

14

7

7

0

2

0

0

602

516

36

116.67

Collegians

14

8

5

0

2

1

0

566

363

36

155.92

Collegians

15

7

8

0

1

0

0

523

413

32

126.63

Caulfield Grammarians

14

7

7

0

2

0

0

423

462

28

91.56

West Brunswick AFC

15

7

8

0

1

0

0

457

369

32

123.85

Melbourne University

14

4

10

0

2

0

0

289

633

16

45.66

Coburg

15

7

8

0

1

0

0

498

467

32

106.64

Old Scotch

15

4

10

0

1

0

1

223

671

16

33.23

Melbourne University

14

2

12

0

2

0

0

442

571

16

77.41

Fitzroy FC

15

3

12

0

1

0

0

263

773

12

34.02

Fitzroy FC

15

2

13

0

1

0

0

358

592

12

60.47

St Kevins

14

2

12

0

2

0

0

219

494

8

44.33

%

PREMIER B WOMEN’S

PREMIER B WOMEN’S RESERVE

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

Monash Blues

16

13

2

1

0

0

0

699

134

54

521.64

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

St Bedes/Mentone Tigers

15

13

2

0

1

0

0

495

115

%

52

430.43 123.26

Old Yarra Cobras

16

13

2

1

0

0

0

781

203

54

384.73

Mazenod OC

16

12

4

0

0

1

0

371

301

48

Aquinas OC

15

11

4

0

1

0

0

501

281

44

178.29

Old Yarra Cobras

16

11

5

0

0

1

0

414

225

44

184

St Bedes/Mentone Tigers

15

10

5

0

0

0

0

631

243

40

259.67

Monash Blues

15

9

6

0

1

3

0

433

264

36

164.02

Brunswick

15

7

8

0

1

0

0

347

548

28

63.32

Aquinas OC

15

7

8

0

1

1

0

364

325

28

112

Mazenod OC

16

4

12

0

0

0

0

196

485

16

40.41

Brunswick

14

4

10

0

2

0

1

194

373

16

52.01

Richmond Central

15

3

12

0

1

0

0

185

575

12

32.17

Richmond Central

15

4

11

0

2

0

3

260

284

16

91.55

North Brunswick

15

0

15

0

1

0

0

99

882

0

11.22

North Brunswick

14

0

14

0

2

0

2

30

711

0

4.22

%

DIVISION 1 WOMEN’S

DIVISION 2 WOMEN’S

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

Beaumaris

16

15

0

1

0

0

0

773

307

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

%

62

251.79

Williamstown CYMS

16

15

0

0

0

1

0

1062

144

64

737.5

Old Melburnians

16

11

5

0

0

0

0

640

290

44

220.69

Albert Park

16

11

3

1

0

1

0

837

349

50

239.83

Old Brighton

16

11

5

0

0

0

0

723

357

44

202.52

Parkdale Vultures

16

9

7

0

0

0

0

622

357

36

174.23

Marcellin OC

16

10

5

0

0

1

0

508

352

44

144.32

Old Trinity

16

8

7

1

0

0

0

514

412

34

124.76

Old Geelong

16

9

7

0

0

0

0

555

317

36

175.08

Ivanhoe

16

6

8

0

0

1

1

555

572

28

97.03

Old Haileybury

16

8

8

0

0

0

0

615

526

32

116.92

St Mary’s Salesian

16

4

11

0

0

0

1

259

607

16

42.67

Old Camberwell Grammar

16

6

9

1

0

0

0

478

512

26

93.36

MCC Football Club

16

3

13

0

0

0

0

298

984

12

30.28

Hampton Rovers

16

4

10

1

0

0

1

332

626

18

53.04

Therry Penola

16

1

14

0

0

0

1

176

1103

4

15.96

Old Xaverians

16

3

12

1

0

0

0

334

498

14

67.07

Hawthorn AFC

16

1

15

0

0

0

0

163

952

0

17.12

%

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

311.98

UHS-VU

16

12

4

0

0

0

0

504

145

48

347.59

DIVISION 3 WOMEN’S

DIVISION 4 WOMEN’S

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

Power House

16

14

2

0

0

0

0

755

242

Glen Eira

16

11

4

0

0

1

0

826

274

48

301.46

Old Carey

16

9

6

0

0

0

1

579

473

36

122.41

Oakleigh

16

11

3

0

0

1

1

551

281

48

196.09

Preston Bullants

16

7

7

1

0

1

0

335

418

34

80.14

AJAX

16

11

5

0

0

0

0

490

356

44

137.64

Wattle Park

16

8

8

0

0

0

0

408

461

32

88.5

Whitefriars

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

546

339

40

161.06

Elsternwick

16

6

9

1

0

0

0

359

424

26

84.67

56

%

La Trobe University AFC

16

4

12

0

0

0

0

368

533

16

69.04

De La Salle

16

6

10

0

0

0

0

340

366

24

92.9

Bulleen Templestowe AFC

16

4

11

0

0

0

1

236

592

16

39.86

Canterbury

16

4

12

0

0

0

0

265

560

16

47.32

Parkside

16

3

13

0

0

0

0

297

720

12

41.25

South Melbourne Districts

16

4

12

0

0

0

0

269

625

16

43.04

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

THIRDS WOMEN’S TEAM

P

W

%

Kew FC

15

7

4

0

0

4

0

298

275

44

108.36

West Brunswick AFC

15

4

8

0

0

3

0

246

393

28

62.6

Melbourne University

15

5

5

2

0

0

3

260

142

24

183.1

St Kevins

15

5

4

2

0

0

4

218

212

24

102.83

53

ORTHOSPORT VICTORIA VAFA PREMIERSHIP LADDERS THIRDS DIVISION 1 MEN’S

HOLMESGLEN UNDER 19 DIVISION 1 MEN’S

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

%

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

Old Xaverians

16

13

1

0

0

2

0

1763

704

60

250.43

Beaumaris

15

15

0

0

0

0

0

1736

663

60

261.84

Fitzroy FC

16

10

4

0

0

2

0

1408

691

48

203.76

Old Trinity

15

10

5

0

0

0

0

1294

835

40

154.97

St Bernards

16

11

5

0

0

0

0

1386

896

44

154.69

Old Xaverians

15

7

7

0

0

1

0

1143

966

32

118.32

Old Geelong

16

10

5

0

0

0

1

1160 1046

40

110.9

Hampton Rovers

15

8

7

0

0

0

0

1180 1149

32

102.7

Old Trinity Grammarians

16

7

7

0

0

1

1

854

815

32

104.79

Old Melburnians

15

6

9

0

0

0

0

1007 1049

24

96

Collegians

16

5

9

0

0

0

2

752

1281

20

58.7

Parkdale Vultures

15

2

12

0

0

0

1

638

8

41.06

University Blacks

16

1

13

0

0

2

0

872

1473

12

59.2

Williamstown CYMS

16

1

13

0

0

0

2

546

1632

4

33.46

THIRDS DIVISION 2 MEN’S TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

Old Xaverians

14

12

2

0

2

0

0

1250

607

48

% 205.93

Beaumaris FC

14

9

5

0

2

0

0

996

704

36

141.48

Williamstown CYMS

14

8

6

0

2

2

0

835

825

32

101.21

AJAX Afc

15

8

7

0

1

2

0

1038

732

32

141.8

Mazenod OC

14

5

9

0

2

0

2

808

985

20

82.03

THIRDS DIVISION 3 MEN’S TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

%

1554

%

HOLMESGLEN UNDER 19 DIVISION 2 MEN’S TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

Old Carey

15

12

3

0

0

0

0

1154

769

48

% 150.07

Old Camberwell Grammar

15

10

5

0

0

0

0

1340

709

40

189

Old Haileybury

15

10

5

0

0

0

0

880

555

40

158.56

Old McKinnon/Glen Eira

15

9

5

0

0

1

0

1231

790

40

155.82

St Bedes/Mentone Tigers

15

9

6

0

0

0

0

1074

915

36

117.38

University Blacks

15

7

8

0

0

0

0

776

879

28

88.28

Parkside

15

6

9

0

0

0

0

793

888

24

89.3

St Kevins

15

5

10

0

0

0

0

607

1200

20

50.58

Mazenod OC

15

4

11

0

0

0

0

665

779

16

85.37

Monash Blues

15

2

12

0

0

0

1

608

1106

8

54.97

Richmond Central AFC

16

13

2

0

0

1

0

1280

665

56

192.48

HOLMESGLEN UNDER 19 DIVISION 3 MEN’S

Ivanhoe AFC

16

11

4

0

0

1

0

1370

661

48

207.26

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

Ormond AFC

16

10

6

0

0

0

0

1136

867

40

131.03

Old Ivanhoe Grammarians

15

13

2

0

0

0

0

1437

642

52

223.83

%

Old Brighton Grammarians 16

9

5

0

0

1

1

1086

977

40

111.16

Beaumaris FC

15

9

6

0

0

0

0

1130

705

36

160.28

University Blues

16

8

6

0

0

0

2

1107

976

32

113.42

Marcellin OC

15

9

6

0

0

0

0

1216

957

36

127.06

Marcellin OC

16

8

8

0

0

0

0

830

747

32

111.11

Bulleen Templestowe AFC

15

7

7

1

0

0

0

886

1068

30

82.96

Old Camberwell Grammar

16

7

7

0

0

0

2

1076 1007

28

106.85

Collegians

15

6

9

0

0

0

0

676

763

24

88.6

Hampton Rovers

16

5

9

0

0

2

0

932

1204

28

77.41

Williamstown CYMS

15

6

9

0

0

0

0

875

1047

24

83.57

West Brunswick AFC

16

3

13

0

0

0

0

761

1132

12

67.23

St Bernards

15

6

9

0

0

0

0

895

1211

24

73.91

Monash Blues

16

1

15

0

0

0

0

437

1459

4

29.95

De La Salle

15

5

9

1

0

0

0

875

892

22

98.09

%

HOLMESGLEN UNDER 19 DIVISION 4 MEN’S

THIRDS DIVISION 4 MEN’S TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

Old Scotch

16

14

1

0

0

1

0

1427

679

60

210.16

Old Xaverians

16

8

5

0

0

3

0

1172

754

44

155.44

AJAX Afc

12

10

2

0

0

0

0

1042

598

40

174.25

Parkside Football Club

16

9

6

0

0

0

1

1136

789

36

143.98

Old Paradians

16

9

7

0

0

0

0

947

859

36

110.24

Chadstone AFC

16

6

9

0

0

1

0

926

1028

28

90.08

Glen Eira AFC

16

6

10

0

0

0

0

867

1082

24

80.13

South Melbourne Districts

16

5

11

0

0

0

0

593

1099

20

53.96

Prahran FC

16

3

11

0

0

0

2

389

840

12

46.31

Kew FC

16

2

13

0

0

0

1

478

916

8

52.18

%

THIRDS DIVISION 5 MEN’S

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

PEGS Football Club

13

13

0

0

2

1

0

1301

404

52

%

Brunswick

14

12

2

0

1

0

0

1062

737

48

144.1

Oakleigh AFC

14

9

5

0

1

0

0

1108

365

36

303.56

Old Xaverians

14

9

5

0

1

0

0

1039

872

36

119.15

Therry Penola AFC

14

8

6

0

1

0

0

900

530

32

169.81

Mhsob

14

5

9

0

1

0

0

884

1159

20

76.27

Old Paradians

14

4

10

0

1

0

0

790

967

16

81.7

St Bedes / Mentone

14

3

11

0

1

0

1

789

1413

12

55.84

322.03

Old Mckinnon/Glen Eira

14

3

11

0

1

0

0

625

1347

12

46.4

St Kevins

14

2

12

0

1

0

0

682

1109

8

61.5

St Bernards

11

1

10

0

0

0

0

506

1257

4

40.25

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TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

TEAM

P

W

L

D

B

FF

FG

For

Agst PTS

%

Whitefriars Football Club

16

14

1

0

0

1

0

1372

383

60

358.22

Marcellin OC

6

5

1

0

0

0

0

420

240

20

175 161.21

MHSOB

16

9

4

1

0

2

0

1092

778

46

140.36

De La Salle OC

6

4

2

0

0

0

0

345

214

16

Mazenod OC

16

9

5

0

0

0

2

1098

756

36

145.24

Oakleigh AFC

6

3

3

0

0

0

0

352

320

12

110

Uhs-Vu

16

7

7

0

0

2

0

734

632

36

116.14

St Kevins OB

6

0

6

0

0

0

0

174

517

0

33.66

Elsternwick AFC

16

5

10

1

0

0

0

792

1009

22

78.49

Box Hill North AFC

16

5

9

1

0

0

1

646

1126

22

57.37

Wattle Park AFC

16

5

10

0

0

0

1

583

1030

20

56.6

Canterbury Football Club

16

3

12

1

0

0

0

493

1138

14

43.32

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TOTAL

St Kevins OB

44

20

56

8

36

11

6

0

181

Beaumaris FC

40

22

62

0

45

11

0

0

180

Glen Eira AFC

60

28

48

0

30

6

0

0

172

Old Scotch

44

26

48

10

21

12

0

0

161

Brunswick Football Club

48

24

32

12

39

0

0

0

155

Kew FC

28

26

56

30

0

2

11

0

153

St Bedes/Mentone Tigers AFC

40

12

40

28

27

0

0

0

147

Collegians

52

18

32

22

18

5

0

0

147

Williamstown CYMS

28

10

64

0

21

1

0

0

124

Old Camberwell Grammarians

56

16

26

0

18

7

0

0

123

Oakleigh AFC

48

20

48

0

3

0

0

3

122

Old Xaverians

28

30

14

0

33

12

0

0

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