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GRAND FINALS DIV 1, 2, U19, THIRDS

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DINGLEY V MORDIALLOC

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It’s Grand Final time... On behalf of the SFNL Board and Administration, I extend congratulations to all the clubs that are represented in a SFNL Grand Final this weekend or participated in one last weekend.

Firstly, well done and congratulations to the Doveton Eagles Football Club for winning the Bendigo Bank Dingley Village Division 3 Senior Grand Final last weekend. What an amazing game it was that had so many momentum shifts which kept the fans engaged all day! Full credit to Endeavour Hills Football Club who had a fantastic season and secured the Division 3 Reserve premiership. No doubt they will come again in 2018 and we congratulate their Seniors on a wonderful season and final series.

Earlier in the day we started with the inaugural Women’s Football Grand Final where after a closely contested first half, Murrumbeena pulled away over local rival Oakleigh District. Well done to Murrumbeena President Fred Hargrave, Coach Emrys Lloyd-Griffiths and all their support staff on going through undefeated and awarded the title of premiers and champions. It was so satisfying seeing all these girls participate in their first season of football with the SFNL. Congratulations must again go out to all clubs that fielded women’s football teams in 2017. A special mention to Cheltenham and Keysborough who did a wonderful job hosting the four weeks of finals.

On to this weekend, we have 11 clubs represented in 12 spots and overall we have had 15 clubs represented in

18 Grand Final positions, which is very pleasing to see so many clubs tasting the premiership dream.

Division 1 Senior - Dingley v Mordialloc Congratulations to Dingley who have made their fourth straight Division 1 Senior Grand Final and looking for a three-peat while Mordialloc have made the Grand Final twice in the last three years, after only being promoted from Division 2 in 2014. A special mention to our wonderful finals venue hosts in Springvale Districts, who have continued to put on a great event every finals day and we thank them for their amazing effort.

Bendigo Bank Dingley Villlage Division 2 Senior – Chelsea Heights v Murrumbeena Congratulations to the entire team at Chelsea Heights on making the Bendigo Bank Dingley Village Division 2 Senior Grand Final. They have all worked so hard in the last few years to build the club on and off the field. Murrumbeena are a wonderful story where they might be on verge of doing something special for their senior coach in Steve Wright. Steve is coaching his last game in the League on Saturday before relocating down to Phillip Island. Steve has been a wonderful Southern supporter for so many years. Thanks to Doveton Eagles and Clayton for being great hosts of this division’s Finals Series.

Under 19 – St Kilda City v Oakleigh District Well done to St Kilda City eyeing their fifth Under 19 premiership in the last nine years and also looking for the three-peat. Oakleigh District advance to their first Under 19 Grand Final since the SFNL re-established the competition back in 2008.

I hope all clubs, officials, players and fans have enjoyed their season of Southern Football and Netball and we look forward to seeing you all again for a bigger and better season 2018.

Very best wishes to all our grand finalists this weekend – good luck!

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PLAYER OF THE DAY

The versatile big man was instrumental in the Dingoes’ comprehensive Preliminary Final victory over Bentleigh last Sunday. An imposing presence in the forward half, Ades took plenty of strong grabs, including several contested marks, and constantly drove the footy deep into attack. He also provided ample support as a back-up ruckman for Chris Morgan and competed well in the air against Bentleigh star Mitchell Smart. Ades had been in terrific form throughout the 2017, and is one of several players capable of standing up and turning it on in the big dance.

Congratulations, Danny!

SATURDAY 17 SEPTEMBER

DANNY ADES DINGLEY

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CHELSEA HEIGHTS V MURRUMBEENA


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Saturday 23rd September Sunday 24th September


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PLAYER OF THE DAY

The versatile big man was instrumental in the Dingoes’ comprehensive Preliminary Final victory over Bentleigh last Sunday. An imposing presence in the forward half, Ades took plenty of strong grabs, including several contested marks, and constantly drove the footy deep into attack. He also provided ample support as a back-up ruckman for Chris Morgan and competed well in the air against Bentleigh star Mitchell Smart. Ades had been in terrific form throughout the 2017, and is one of several players capable of standing up and turning it on in the big dance.

Congratulations, Danny!

SATURDAY 17 SEPTEMBER

DANNY ADES DINGLEY

DIVISION 2 GRAND FINAL DIVISION 1 GRAND FINAL





Power Reserve, Doveton Springvale Reserve, Springvale

MATCH OF THE DAY

MATCH OF THE DAY

Saturday 23rd September Sunday 24th September


SFNL TIPSTERS

DAVE WILBUR BEANY THE BUG JOHNNY HAMMERS WIZ SHARPIE

DIV 1 Mordialloc Dingley Mordialloc Mordialloc Dingley Dingley Dingley Dingley

DIV 2 Murrumbeena Chelsea Heights Murrumbeena Chelsea

HeightsChelsea Heights

Chelsea Heights

Chelsea Heights

Chelsea Heights

U19 St Kilda City St Kilda City St Kilda City St Kilda City St Kilda City St Kilda City St Kilda City Oakleigh District

LAST WEEK 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 3

TOTAL 242 249 224 244 242 228 224 239

DIVISION 1GRAND FINAL

DINGLEY

V

MORDIALLOC

DIVISION 2GRAND FINAL

CHELSEA HEIGHTS

V

MURRUMBEENA

UNDER 19GRAND FINAL

ST KILDA CITY

V

OAKLEIGH DISTRICT

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Dingley v MordiallocFirst met in 2009 -16 matches (Dingley 8 wins, Mordialloc 8 wins)

Largest Winning Margin Dingley 133 pts (17/4/09)Mordialloc 62 pts (2017 2nd Semi)

Smallest Winning Margin Dingley 6 pts (22/7/17)Mordialloc 1 pt (11/7/15)

Highest Score Dingley 28.17 (185) (17/4/09)Mordialloc 19.9 (123) (27/6/09)

Lowest Score Dingley 5.10 (40) (17/7/10)Mordialloc 0.8 (8) (2/6/12)

Dingley v CheltenhamSince 2009 - 24 matches (Dingley 16 wins, Cheltenham 8 wins)

Largest Winning Margin Dingley 119 pts (18/7/15)Cheltenham 97 pts (15/5/10)

Smallest Winning Margin Dingley 4 pts (28/7/12)Cheltenham 4 pts (2009 1st Semi)

Highest Score Dingley 19.11 (125) (2015 Grand Final)Cheltenham 24.3 (147) (31/7/10)

Lowest Score Dingley 5.13 (43) (2017 2nd Semi)Cheltenham 0.3 (3) (18/7/15)

Chelsea Heights v MurrumbeenaFirst met in SFL in 1993 - 16 matches (Chelsea Heights 11 wins, Murrumbeena 5 wins)

Largest Winning Margin Chelsea Heights 116 pts (26/6/04)Murrumbeena 119 pts (19/6/93)

Smallest Winning Margin Chelsea Heights 6 pts (16/8/97)Murrumbeena 1 pt (14/6/97)

Highest Score Chelsea Heights 24.13 (157) (26/6/04)Murrumbeena 21.17 (143) (19/6/93)

Lowest Score Chelsea Heights 3.6 (24) (19/6/93)Murrumbeena 3.3 (21) (4/6/05)

Skye v HighettFirst met in 2010 - 12 matches (Skye 10 wins, Highett 2 wins)

Largest Winning Margin Skye 154 pts (21/6/14)Highett 55 pts (7/8/10)

Smallest Winning Margin Skye 10 pts (16/7/11)Highett 53 pts (22/5/10)

Highest Score Skye 24.19 (163) (21/6/14)Highett 12.11 (83) (7/8/10)

Lowest Score Skye 4.4 (28) (7/8/10)Highett 1.3 (9) (21/6/14)

St Kilda City v Oaklegh DistrictFirst met in 2015 - 6 matches (St Kilda City 5 wins, Oakleigh District 1 win)

Largest Winning Margin St Kilda City 137 pts (16/5/15)Oakleigh District 26 pts (9/7/16)

Smallest Winning Margin St Kilda City 32 pts (8/7/17)Oakleigh District 26 pts (9/7/16)

Highest Score St Kilda City 26.19 (175) (16/5/15)Oakleigh District 9.13 (67) (9/7/16)

Lowest Score St Kilda City 5.11 (41) (9/7/16)Oakleigh District 5.3 (33) (2016QF)

Cerberus v South Yarra First met in 2010 - 12 matches (Cerberus 11 wins, South Yarra 1 win)

Largest Winning Margin Cerberus 162 pts (14/7/12)South Yarra Won via forfeit (15/5/10)

Smallest Winning Margin Cerberus 5 pts (27/5/17)South Yarra Won via forfeit (15/5/10)

Highest Score Cerberus 23.30 (168) (14/7/12)24.24 (168) (16/4/16)

South Yarra 5.9 (39) (2017QF)Lowest Score Cerberus 4.5 (29) (27/5/17)

South Yarra 0.1 (1) (4/5/13)

FINALS WEEK 5 HEAD TO HEAD / BRUCE HILL

DIVISION 1 SENIOR GRAND FINAL

DIVISION 1 RESERVE GRAND FINAL

BENDIGO BANK DINGLEY VILLAGE DIVISION 2 SENIOR GRAND FINAL


UNDER 19 GRAND FINAL

THIRDS GRAND FINAL


For the safety and enjoyment of all SFNL supporters, you are asked to abide by the following Rules and Conditions:

1. Alcohol is not permitted to be brought into any Finals venue.

2. SFNL security personnel will inspect vehicles and bags to ensure that no alcohol is being brought into the venue.

3. Any alcohol found, will be stored until the end of the match and returned to the owner. The SFNL will not be held responsible for the alcohol.

4. Alcohol can be purchased from the appropriate booth inside the venue.

5. Patrons will be limited to two cans of alcohol per purchase. Cans will be opened by booth staff.

6. Alcohol not permitted to be consumed in the designated “Dry Areas”.

7. ALCOHOL is not permitted to be taken ONTO THE PLAYING ARENA.

8. Persons not abiding by these rules and conditions may be asked to leave the venue.

9. Dogs must be on a leash inside all venues.

10. Videotaping or filming any SFNL finals match is not permitted without prior permission of SFNL management.

NO DRAWN MATCHES DURING FINALS SERIES

There will be no drawn matches during the Final Series. Should the scores be tied at the end of normal time then the following procedure will follow:

a) ALL PLAYERS will remain on the playing field;

b) COACHES are to remain OFF the playing field;

a. Unless one of the coaches involved is a playing coach, in which case the opposition coach will be permitted to enter the ground.

c) The CLUB RUNNER is permitted to relay messages from the coach;

d) The Field Umpires will confer with the Goal Umpires and when they verify that the scores are tied, the players of the two teams will change ends;

e) FIVE MINUTES plus TIME-ON to be played – after such time, players to change ends without leaving the playing field – COACHES to remain OFF the playing field. FIVE MINUTES plus TIME-ON to be played. The Official League Timekeeper will keep this time;

f) At the end of this time, the team with the highest score will be deemed the winner;

g) In the event that scores are still tied, the umpire will bounce the ball and the team that scores first will be the winner of the match.

2017 SFNL FINALS SERIES 2017 SFNL FINALS – RULES AND CONDITIONSDIVISION 1 SENIOR & RESERVE

Sat September 2 Qualifying Final: 2 v 3 Springvale Reserve, SpringvaleSun September 3 Elimination Final: 4 v 5 Springvale Reserve, SpringvaleSat September 9 Second Semi Final: 1 v Winner of QF Springvale Reserve, SpringvaleSun September 10 First Semi Final: Loser of QF v Winner of EF Springvale Reserve, SpringvaleSun September 17 Preliminary Final: Loser of Second SF v Winner of First SF Springvale Reserve, SpringvaleSun September 24 Grand Final: Winner of Second SF v Winner of PF Springvale Reserve, Springvale

DIVISION 2 SENIOR & RESERVESat September 2 Qualifying Final: 2 v 3 Meade Reserve, ClaytonSun September 3 Elimination Final: 4 v 5 Meade Reserve, ClaytonSat September 9 Second Semi Final: 1 v Winner of QF Power Reserve, DovetonSun September 10 First Semi Final: Loser of QF v Winner of EF Power Reserve, DovetonSat September 16 Preliminary Final: Loser of Second SF v Winner of First SF Meade Reserve, ClaytonSat September 23 Grand Final: Winner of Second SF v Winner of PF Power Reserve, Doveton

DIVISION 3 SENIOR & RESERVESat August 26 Qualifying Final: 2 v 3 Keysborough Reserve, KeysboroughSun August 27 Elimination Final: 4 v 5 Keysborough Reserve, KeysboroughSat September 2 Second Semi Final: 1 v Winner of QF Jack Barker Oval, CheltenhamSun September 3 First Semi Final: Loser of QF v Winner of EF Jack Barker Oval, CheltenhamSat September 9 Preliminary Final: Loser of Second SF v Winner of First SF Keysborough Reserve, KeysboroughSat September 16 Grand Final: Winner of Second SF v Winner of PF Jack Barker Oval, Cheltenham

WOMEN'S

Sat August 26

Elimination Final 1: 5 v 8

Meade Reserve, ClaytonElimination Final 2: 6 v 7Qualifying Final 2: 2 v 3Qualifying Final 1: 1 v 4

Sat September 2 First Semi Final: Loser of QF1 v Winner of EF1 Power Reserve, DovetonSun September 3 Second Semi Final: Loser of QF2 v Winner EF2 Power Reserve, Doveton

Sat September 9First Preliminary Final: Winner of QF1 v Winner of SF2 Meade Reserve, ClaytonSecond Preliminary Final: Winner of QF2 v Winner of SF1 Meade Reserve, Clayton

Sat September 16 Grand Final: Winner of PF1 v Winner of PF2 Jack Barker Oval, CheltenhamUNDER 19

Sat September 2Qualifying Final 1: 1 v 4 Springvale Reserve, SpringvaleQualifying Final 2: 2 v 3 Power Reserve, Doveton

Sun September 3Elimination Final 1: 5 v 8 Springvale Reserve, SpringvaleElimination Final 2: 6 v 7 Power Reserve, Doveton

Sat September 9 First Semi Final: Loser of QF1 v Winner of EF1 Springvale Reserve, SpringvaleSun September 10 Second Semi Final: Loser of QF2 v Winner EF2 Springvale Reserve, Springvale

Sat September 16First Preliminary Final: Winner of QF1 v Winner of SF2 Springvale Reserve, SpringvaleSecond Preliminary Final: Winner of QF2 v Winner of SF1 Springvale Reserve, Springvale

Sat September 23 Grand Final: Winner of PF1 v Winner of PF2 Springvale Reserve, SpringvaleTHIRDS

Sat September 2Qualifying Final 1: 1 v 4 Meade Reserve, ClaytonQualifying Final 2: 2 v 3 Power Reserve, Doveton

Sun September 3Elimination Final 1: 5 v 8 Meade Reserve, ClaytonElimination Final 2: 6 v 7 Power Reserve, Doveton

Sat September 9 First Semi Final: Loser of QF1 v Winner of EF1 Power Reserve, DovetonSun September 10 Second Semi Final: Loser of QF2 v Winner EF2 Power Reserve, Doveton

Sat September 16First Preliminary Final: Winner of QF1 v Winner of SF2 Meade Reserve, ClaytonSecond Preliminary Final: Winner of QF2 v Winner of SF1 Springvale Reserve, Springvale

Sat September 23 Grand Final: Winner of PF1 v Winner of PF2 Power Reserve, DovetonFINALS STRUCTURE

Under 19 / Thirds / Women's: Final 8 over 4 weeks All other competitions: Final 5 over 4 weeksFINALS MATCH TIMES

Thirds: 9:30am Under 19: 9:30am Reserve: 12:00pm Senior: 2:15pm*The above are subject to change / variation - please refer to sfnl.com.au for final times.

GRAND FINAL MATCH TIMESWomen's: 10:00am Thirds: 9:45am Div 2 & 3 Reserve: 12:05pm Div 2 & 3 Senior: 2:40pm

Div 1 Reserve: 9:45am Under 19: 12:05pm Div 1 Senior: 2:40pm ADMISSION PRICING

Adults: $12 (Grand Finals : $15) Pensioner/Concession: $5 (Grand Final $7) Under 15: FreeFinals Pass: $50 (Entry to all finals matches on any day, including Netball Grand Finals) - Available through SFNL Office

LIMITED PARKING AVAILABLE AT ALL VENUES (EXCEPT CLAYTON & CHELTENHAM) - $5 (STREET PARKING AVAILABLE)STRICTLY NO ALCOHOL TO BE TAKEN INTO VENUES


DIVISION 1 RESULTS: FINALS WEEK 3

Dingley 2.2 7.8 9.11 15.15-105Bentleigh 3.3 3.4 5.5 6.7-43

Dingley: Goal Kickers: C. McQueen 3, J. Peet 3, K. Davidson 2, D. Farmer 2, L. Walmsley 2, L. Bartholomew, J. Ades, C. Horton-MilneBest Players: C. Morgan, D. Ades, A. Frost, J. Ellis, J. Peet, T. La RoccaBentleigh: Goal Kickers: J. Kiernan, B. Lawford, D. Petrakis, A. Walsh, T. Massey, C. YenofkianBest Players: T. Massey, M. Smart, M. Rogers, S. Lawry, J. Meredith, B. Lawford

Dingley 2.1 3.2 5.6 5.7-37Mordialloc 1.0 2.4 2.5 4.8-32

Dingley: Goal Kickers: S. Williams 2, R. Faulkner-Wood, P. Rizzi, L. ConsidineBest Players: H. Thompson, J. Piltz, S. Williams, J. Hyde, J. Wylie, A. LloydMordialloc: Goal Kickers: C. Neville, M. Harris, N. Fitzgerald, D. BottBest Players: L. Ardrey, S. Pitura, C. Neville, J. Roberts, B. Lindsay, D. Schofield

DIVISION 1 RESERVE PRELIMINARY FINALDIVISION 1 SENIOR PRELIMINARY FINAL

DIVISION 1 SENIOR FIXTURE

GRAND FINAL

SUNDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER, 2:40PM

DINGLEY V

MORDIALLOC

DIVISION 1 RESERVE FIXTURE

GRAND FINAL

SUNDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER, 9:45AM

DINGLEY VCHELTENHAM

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DIVISION 1: FRONT & CENTRE / WILL HUNTER

Dingley 15.15 (105) def Bentleigh 6.7 (43) The Dingoes are through to their fourth consecutive Division 1 Senior Grand Final after thrashing Bentleigh by 62 points at Springvale Reserve.

After a disappointing loss to Mordialloc in last week’s Second Semi Final, the Dingoes were keen to make amends. And they certainly succeeded, seizing control of the contest from quarter time and ensuring they enter next week’s decider with confidence restored.

The opening stanza was for the most part a tough and physical encounter, with Bentleigh’s relentless attack on the footy giving them the upper hand in the contest. Although Dingley were the first to hit the scoreboard with a goal into the breeze within the first 90 seconds, the Demons hit back with three majors of their own to put a gap on their opponents.

Chris Horton-Milne goaled in time on to bring keep the Dingoes in touch, but the Demons nevertheless entered quarter time with a seven-point advantage.

But any hopes of a tight contest quickly evaporated as Dingley flicked the switch in the second term and, with the aid of the wind, simply ran the tired Bentleigh off their feet.

The Dingoes’ famed run and spread that was so lacking last week was back on display, and the Demons had no answered for their dominance on the outside.

Tearaway winger Lucas Walmsley got the better of his direct opponent in Kayne O’Brien, and racked up plenty of possessions around the ground, while up forward Daniel Farmer broke the game open with two classy goals.

As a result, the Dingoes piled on 5.6 to just one behind in a dominant quarter of football, and by the major break had opened up a commanding 28-point lead.

With their season on the line, Bentleigh upped their pressure and intensity at the contest in the premiership quarter and refused to allow the Dingoes as to win as much outside ball. The result was 20-odd minutes of scrappy, high-pressure football littered with turnovers, a far cry from the frenetic pace of the term prior.

However, Dingley absorbed the pressure and Bentleigh could make no inroads into the margin, despite the aid of the breeze. Consequently, the third-term stalemate had the reigning premiers in the box seat at the final change.

Dingley then put the tiring Demons to the sword in the final term, booting six goals to ensure a commanding victory and keep their dream of a premiership hat trick well and truly alive.

It was a performance that was bore no resemblance to their 10-goal loss a week earlier. While plenty of Dingoes had their colours lowered against the Bloods that day, there were no passengers on Sunday in what was a complete team performance that would have given coach Shane Morwood plenty of reasons to smile.

In particular, Dingley co-captain Jackson Peet was a class above through the midfield, racking up a stack of possessions and finishing with three goals in a dominant display. He had plenty of help, though, with Walmsley, Chris Horton-Milne and Josh Ellis all working tirelessly in the engine room.

Young Kristen Feehan was assigned the difficult task of manning the dangerous Matt Troutbeck, and handled it with aplomb, keeping the star spearhead goalless and largely unsighted for the day.

Big men Chris Morgan and Danny Ades were pillars of strength, both in the ruck and around the ground, while Travis La Rocca was again superb in the back half, especially in the pressure-cooker third term.

Winners for Bentleigh, however, were more difficult to find.

Tom Massey stood up through the midfield in Sam McGarry’s absence, winning plenty of footy and competing hard around the contest. He also provided one of the highlights of the day with his stunning goal from the boundary line in the first term, which gave his teammates a visible lift.

Man-mountain Mitchell Smart did a tremendous job rucking solo all day, while Michael Rogers also did a reasonable job on Cal McQueen, despite the League’s leading goalkicker finishing with three majors.

The usual suspects in Scott Lawry, Jackson Meredith and Brody Lawford were also prominent.

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Dingley V Mordialloc (Springvale Reserve)

Sunday 24 September, 2:40pm

Previous Meetings: Second Semi Final – Dingley 6.14 (52) def by Mordialloc 18.4 (112)

Round 13 – Dingley 12.7 (79) def Mordialloc 10.13 (73)

Round 4 – Mordialloc 8.6 (54) def Dingley 7.10 (52)

Season 2017 has been one of the most intriguing in years, and fittingly it will be the two best sides in Dingley and Mordialloc that will go head to head for the ultimate prize in Sunday’s Division Senior Grand Final.

For the Dingoes, Sunday marks their fourth straight appearance in the Division 1 decider, and it is just one victory away from become the first side since the all-conquering Balwyn in 2000 – and just the second in Southern League history – to claim a premiership three-peat.

Mordialloc, meanwhile, is also no stranger to the big dance, with the then Sam Anstey-led side reaching three consecutive deciders between 2013 and 2015, including the 2014 Division 2 premiership.

Both clubs have forged a healthy competition with each other over the last three seasons. Since Mordialloc’s promotion into Division 1 in 2015, the two sides have faced off eight times – including in that season’s Grand Final – with four of these matches decided by less than a goal.

Consequently, few Southern League matched generate more excitement than the Dingley V Mordialloc blockbusters, and every indication the latest

instalment of this burgeoning rivalry will be one of the best yet.

While their two home and away clashes this year were nail-biters, their most recent encounter in the Second Semi Final a fortnight ago was less of a contest, with Mordi streaking to an impressive 10-goal

victory which earning them a week off before Sunday’s decider.

The Dingoes’ loss forced them to play in their first Preliminary Final victory since 2014 – they were

subsequently beaten in the Grand Final by East Brighton the following week – but coach Shane Morwood

doesn’t necessarily

see this as a disadvantage given

the circumstances.

“I think it’s always been a challenge for the team that finishes on top to have a week off and win, then have another week off and play in a Grand Final,” Morwood said.

“In effect, you are playing your third game in five weeks, or second game in four weeks, however you want to look at it. That’s where your training needs to be spot on, your intensity in between those breaks.

“Players need consistency from a conditioning point of view, hopefully with us playing three weeks in a row it might provide us with a different edge that we haven’t experienced since 2014.”

This extra week would certainly have been helpful for several players, including Lucas Walmsley, Kristen Feehan and Luke Bartholomew, who have all missed weeks through injury and unavailability in the back half of the season and could benefit from some additional match conditioning.

Furthermore, last Sunday’s Preliminary Final allowed the players to atone from the previous week’s disappointment, and they responded with a comprehensive drubbing of last year’s Grand Finalist Bentleigh, which ensures the boys enter the big dance with confidence restored.

Conversely, Mordialloc coach Daniel Quinn viewed their week off as an opportunity for his players to recharge the batteries.

Back in 2015, Mordialloc finished fifth on the ladder and were forced to play three elimination finals in a row in order to reach the last Sunday in September. Quinn, who played for the Bloods during that finals series, concedes the side was “pretty worn-out and weary by the time they played that Grand Final”, but insists the side is much better placed this time around.

“We’ve been able to freshen a couple of blokes up, which is good. This time of the year, just about every bloke’s got a niggle, so it’s a really good chance to take a load off them and freshen them up,” Quinn said.

On paper, both teams are pretty evenly matched. Both have a vast array of quality ball winners through the midfield, a potent forward line, multiple avenues to goal and a rock-solid defence.

But it is in the engine room where the 2017 premiership will be decided.

Dingley’s on-ball brigade has shown an ability over the last few years to tear sides apart with its outside, line-breaking run and ball use. Stars such as Walmsley, Jackson Peet, Rob Rusan and Josh Ferguson, among others, are particularly damaging, and only need a sniff to wreak havoc.

And if Dingley can get first hands on the pill at the

contest and feed it out to their outside runners, it could be a long day for Mordialloc.

“You win the stoppages, you control the game,” Morwood said.

“We’ve got some good leg speed around the ground, and certainly with our onballers... If we can win the ball and get it out to our running-type players and break the lines then we are going to be hard to stop.

“If we don’t, then we are going to have to do some pretty heavy work around the stoppages to negate their effectiveness.”

Mordi, however, were simply awesome around the stoppages in the Second Semi, monopolising the clearances after quarter time. If their hard-bodied mids such as skipper Todd Bastion, ex-Magpie Danny Nicholls and Jordan Derbyshire can again crack in and win the contested ball, a repeat of the result from a fortnight ago may be on the cards.

But while their ability to win the hard ball has received much praise this season, the real strength of this Mordialloc side lies in its all-round versatility, ensuring there are plenty of soldiers that can roll through the midfield at various stages.

“We’re lucky we’ve got a very versatile side, we can throw a few different blokes there (midfield) as well,” Quinn said.

“We back our contested footy, there’s no doubt about that, but we try and back all of our 22, whichever position or role they are playing.”

In addition, the Bloods’ even spread of talent lessens the team’s reliance on a select group of superstar match winners, which is a big part of Quinn’s philosophy. It’s this even contribution from every single player that gives Mordi it’s best chance of victory.

The opposing ruckmen will also play a massive part in deciding which team gets first use of the footy. For Mordialloc, Tom McMahon has been terrific all season, and is one of the main reasons behind their Bloods’ stoppage

dominance. McMahon has the motor to ruck long periods, with versatile tall

Justin Summons also able to lend a hand.

Troy MacKenzie has been a tremendous

pick up for the Dingoes this

season, and worked well

in tandem with Chris Morgan.

MacKenzie has

unfortunately missed the

last month with a knee injury, and

will be given until Friday night to prove

his fitness for Sunday, but Morgan has stepped up

ably in his absence. Big Danny

Ades has also competed well when thrown into the ruck.

There is also plenty of firepower up forward for both sides, with several players on either team capable of booting bags of goals on their day.

Mordialloc have frequently selected a multi-pronged attack featuring strong marking options James Morris, Steve Tolongs and Matt Ravenall. The trio have combined for 130 goals this season and have regularly stretched opposition defences. Each of the three presents very well at the footy and they will provide a stern test for the Dingley defenders in Andrew Frost, Jack Clausen and ‘Pup’ Feehan.

Up the other end of the ground is the league’s leading goalkicker, Calhan McQueen. The vivacious forward is a super lead out target with a great set of hands and can boost his team with his boundless energy and enthusiasm. Working in tandem with McQueen is the silky Daniel Farmer, who can always be relied upon to kick a classy team-lifting goal when his side needs it most.

The two teams also get plenty of goals out of its respective midfield group, and, as such, both Quinn and Morwood demand accountability and two-way running from all of their charges to reduce to stress on their defensive structure.

Experience also counts for plenty in Grand Finals, and while the clubs have played in three each since 2013, the sides that line up on Sunday will be vastly different to those that competed in the 2015 decider. In fact, Morwood estimates that only five players will take the field for a fourth straight Grand Final in Dingley colours.

In any case, given the striking similarities between these two powerhouse clubs, the result of Sunday’s Grand Final is almost impossible to predict, which makes for a fitting conclusion to what has been a remarkably competitive season.

There is no doubt Mordialloc’s best is good enough to topple the Dingoes, but does it have the capacity to do it on the SFNL’s biggest stage? There is no doubt they are better placed to than any side has been in the last couple of years, however, it’s you cannot overlook Dingley’s recent record in Grand Finals.

Ultimately, whichever team settles their nerves first and gets on top in the midfield early will likely go on to be crowned premiers. While that could realistically go either way, the Dingles have proven themselves multiple time on Grand Final.

This looms as one of the best Grand Finals we have seen in many years as these two proud clubs write the next chapter in their storied histories. Dingley will likely go on to claim a rare premiership treble, but expect Mordialloc to stay with them every step of the way.

Dingley by 10 points.

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Dingley co-captains Jackson Peet (left) and Travis La Rocca

Mordialloc star Luke Barnhoorn (left) and captain Todd Bastion


Ground: Ben Kavanagh Reserve, McDonald St, Mordialloc

Club Colours: Red and white stripes

Senior Coach: Daniel Quinn

# PLAYER DESCRIPTION GOALS BEHINDS

1 Scott Bradley A quick and lively player through the midfield and forward.

2 Justin Summons Extremely versatile key position player who likes it windy.

3 Jordan Derbyshire Durable, in-and-under player who has made a big impact.

4 Alistair Pike Long-kicking utility who can play any position.

5 Daniel Nicholls Classy midfielder with great skills and pace.

6 Todd Bastion A prodigious accumulator who is a clearance specialist.

7 Nathan Evans A hard-running wingman with silky skills.

8 Dean Miller Reliable tall defender with a golden fist.

9 James Pither Hard at it ruckman who loves the contest.

10 Josh Kovarik Durable and versatile midfielder with a good work ethic.

11 Aaron Kneebone Clever player with good skills who can play all over the ground.

12 James Morris A stylish forward with classy skills and great goal sense.

13 Tom McMahon Skillful ruckman with good game awareness.

14 Luke Barnhoorn A slick-moving utility with classy ball use.

16 Tom Curry Hard-working midfielder with silky skills.

19 Steve Tolongs Strong, hardworking forward with good hands.

20 David Marguglio A great decision maker with first-rate skills.

21 Michael Barnhoorn A slick-moving backman with great kicking ability.

23 Tony Demacedo A smooth backman with a big engine and damaging skills.

26 Simon Fragiacomo A speedy, agile and damaging utility player.

29 Ben Humphrey Versatile player with great work ethic.

30 Chris Brooking A courageous midfielder who loves a tough contest.

31 Jaydan Gregory Strong and versatile defender with a love for the contest.

33 Alisdair Jackson Reliable defender with good skills and composure.

36 Matt Ravenall A strong key forward who is a sharp shooter.

38 Chris Langdon Clean and composed midfielder who consistently gets the job done.

41 Stefan Gregory Good athlete who can play at both ends of the ground.

42 Kaleb Tymko A key position player who is strong in the air.

50 Chris Roggero Explosive and hard at it player who loves the contest.

55 James Keighley An elusive forward who has great goal sense.

MORDIALLOC


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Ground: Souter Oval, Marcus Rd Dingley

Club Colours: Black, red yoke, yellow trim

Senior Coach: Shane Morwood

Senior Assistant: Brad Collins


1 Aaron Edmunds Azza. Big, strong defender, loves a challenge. Dingoes for life baby!

2 Ryan Stewart Dogga. Experienced, non-compromising footballer that gives it everything.

4 Marcus Freeman Freo. Explosive footballer that can tear sides apart.

4 Jack Ades Adesy. This guy will run through a brick wall for his club.

6 Chris Horton-Milne Hodgey. Midfielder that just gets it! Hits targets with precision.

7 Lucas Walmsley Noodles. This guy is why you pay your money at the gate.

9 Travis LaRocca (Co-Capt) Demo. Silky defender with great skills. Co-Captain.

10 Danny Ades Truck. A big unit who demands respect. Playing Assistant Coach.

11 Josh Ferguson Fergs. Hard-running utility that racks up the stats.

12 Luke Bartholomew The Don. A very experienced footballer who will be hard to stop.

13 Matthew Morwood Screech. Running defender with a great kick and ball use.

14 Rob Rusan Rooey. Crazy speed who can do things that leave you scratching your head.

15 Kristin Feehan Pup. Key defender with a beautiful set of hands.

16 Daniel Farmer Farms. The Rolls Royce of the club.

17 Chris Morgan Morgs. A well-respected big man of the SFNL.

18 Andrew Frost Frosty. Key defender who reads it better than most. 2017 SFNL Interleague Captain.

19 Josh Ellis Snake. Good luck trying to catch this guy! Hits hard.

20 Troy MacKenzie Troysa. A big ruckman with a big tank. Size 14 boots.

21 Jack Hyde Hydey. Power midfielder with great ball use.

22 Nizam Abdallah Niz. Forward or back, this guy gives you everything.

25 Jackson Peet (Co-Capt) Peety. Gut running mid with exceptional skills. This guy lives and breaths footy! Co-Captain.

27 Calhan McQueen The Dream. Key forward that loves the big stage.

29 Leigh Moore Eel. Well-balanced footballer with good mitts. 'Dingo' is this guy's middle name.

30 Sam Williams Sammy. A classy left-footer that turns them inside out.

32 Jack Clausen Disco. Strong defender that is no newcomer to the pressure of finals.

36 Kane Davidson Zizz. Attacks the footy with speed and loves a goal.

44 Nick Lloyd Nick. A Dingo pup ready to tear it up. Can play!

45 Adam Lloyd Lloydy. A tall forward who can put on a show.

55 Josh Pickford Fluxx. Key defender that thrives on the big jobs.

65 Remmi Faulkner-Wood Rimmy. Highly-skilled young Dingo who makes great decisions.

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Jason McNeice Mitchell LeeEMG: Nick Bergman Timothy Fierenzi

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Ground: Souter Oval, Marcus Rd Dingley

Club Colours: Black, red yoke, yellow trim

Reserve Coach: Matt Benton

DINGLEY

# PLAYER # PLAYER

21 Jack Hyde 45 Adam Lloyd

22 Nizam Abdallah 46 Liam Considine

23 Daniel O'Keeffe 47 James Cullen

24 Louis Bourbaud 48 Jason Wylie

26 Colin Craney 49 Jack Pickford

28 Joshua Campbell 50 Chris Baum

29 Leigh Moore 51 Connor Horsey

30 Sam Williams 52 Jackson Lewis

31 David Bose 53 Danny Dinn

33 Harry Thompson 54 Drew McLean

34 Jordan Potts 57 Cal Ryan

35 Carmine Scimia 59 Ben Ginns

37 James Piltz 60 Nathan Lowther

38 Tim Zeler 61 Tom Gent

39 Tom Ristevski 63 Mitch Koch

40 Andrew Rizzi 64 Nick Lloyd

41 Brad Sessler 99 Clinton Brooks

FIELD BOUNDARY GOALJack Cunnington Ryan Nankervis Jaymie SummersShannon Kirkby Jacob Mitchell Campbell LemmDarcy Trewarn Stephen Gelsi

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Ground: Jack Barker Oval, Weatherall Rd, Cheltenham

Club Colours: Red, yellow and black vertical panels

Reserve Coach: Alastair Garlick and Keiran Nolan

CHELTENHAM

# PLAYER # PLAYER

1 Luke Brookman 27 Shaun Cusack

2 Matt Thorneycroft 28 Brendan Dillon

7 Max Worrell 29 Alastair Garlick

12 Kieran Nolan 30 Chris Graham

13 Chris Bennetts 31 Nick Kilner

15 Paul Sanders 34 Jack Gavin

19 Anthony Milesi 42 Abner Brown

21 Sam Perkin 44 Mitch Stevens

24 Matt Bowles 45 Karl Tuhiwai

25 Matthew Styring 48 Alan Anderson

26 Tom Nelson 49 Josh Jolly



Keysborough 0.3 0.4 3.10 3.11-29Murrumbeena 0.3 1.11 1.13 5.19-49

Keysborough: Goal Kickers: R. Pal, C. Hargreaves, C. BryanBest Players: R. Pal, J. Cole, T. Werner, G. Lazaridis, G. Humphreys , B. SuttonMurrumbeena: Goal Kickers: L. Batt 2, J. Shirley, L. Wilson, M. WalderBest Players: L. Wilson, J. Semmel, M. Walder, J. Walker, J. Cusin, T. Valenta

Caulfield 1.1 5.5 5.7 5.10-40Highett 2.3 5.3 7.5 12.5-77

Caulfield: Goal Kickers: L. Wakeling 2, J. Hunter, M. Costantino, J. BackwayBest Players: C. Spencer, A. Coxsell, L. Murchie, R. Clark, M. Costantino, V. MooreHighett: Goal Kickers: C. Long 4, J. Gasio 2, R. Marshall 2, J. Duell, R. Smith, E. Brown, J. O’KeefeBest Players: S. Lidstrom, C. Parry, J. O’Keefe, L. McLean, C. Long, J. Duell

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It’s done, the Grand Final competitors have been decided and it took a thrilling contest in the Preliminary Final to decide who Chelsea Heights will face in the Southern Football Netball League Division 2 decider.

Murrumbeena 5.19 (49) def Keysborough 3.11 (29) Unbelievable.

Murrumbeena has booked a spot in the Division 2 grand final for the second time in three years after upsetting Keysborough in the Preliminary Final.

It was far from pretty, but it was enough and Murrumbeena supporters everywhere celebrated a stunning victory from a side that has now won nine matches in a row.

In a match with reeked with inaccuracy, with both sides kicking more behinds than actual goals scored, the Beena was able to battle on and put together a final quarter push to come from a nine-point three quarter time deficit.

And when the game was on the line it was the club’s most experienced players who stood up, with none other than former Division 1 premiership player Liam Wilson leading the way, his influence across the midfield earning him best afield honours.

Wilson was joined by gun midfielder Jake Semmel in his best game this finals series, while inspirational captain Mitch

Walder lifted his side over the line.

Lachlan Batt was the game’s leading goal kicker with two majors for the victors.

The game was a hard-fought slog fest and it began right from the opening siren, with neither side unable to register a goal in the first term, resigned to just three behinds apiece.

Murrumbeena found a breakthrough during the second term in windy conditions, but could only muster one goal from nine scoring shots, failing to capitalise and only establishing a 13-point lead by half time.

Keysborough lifted during the third term, restricting Murrumbeena to just two behinds, while putting three majors on the board.

Inaccuracy plagued it as well however, as the Burra finished with three goals from nine shots to lead by nine at the final change.

Murrumbeena would come home with a flurry however, kicking four unanswered goals from 10 shots to steal back momentum and run away with the contest, going on to eventually win by 20 points.

Riet Pal finished his season strongly, named Keysborough’s best alongside Jack Cole and Tim Werner.

DIVISION 2: THE INNER SANCTUM / JASON BARBIN @JBarbin10


So it all comes down to this, the last game of the season. Chelsea Heights and Murrumbeena will go to battle at Doveton for premiership glory and a spot in Division 1 in 2018.

Chelsea Heights v Murrumbeena (Power Reserve)

Saturday 23 September – 2:40pm

Previous meetings Round 1 – Chelsea Heights 11.8 (74) def Murrumbeena 7.7 (49) at Beazley Reserve

Round 12 – Murrumbeena 8.13 (61) def Chelsea Heights 8.11 (59) at Murrumbeena Park

So it all comes down to this, after 24 weeks of football it comes down to one game.

All the hard work put together across the preseason and through all the highs and lows that come with playing the sport we all love.

It all comes down to two hours of football between two teams that

deserve to be standing there on that one day in September.

Fittingly, the match will be played by the

best team in the competition and the first team to knock them off during their minor premiership run.

Chelsea Heights, after

finishing with 15 wins from

18 games, will go into the

match as short priced favourites,

and rightly so after being the team to beat all season.

While comfortable victories have been a staple of the Heighters’ season, it hasn’t all been easy for Brad Canavan’s men with the club experiencing several difficulties across the year, most noticeably the revelation of Cal Dodson and his battle with cancer.

Dodson’s battle has done nothing but inspire the playing group and has helped shape their season into what it has become.

Led by gun midfielder Nathan Herrington, who has been the standout player for the year, Chelsea Heights boasts a deep and talented midfield core.

Herrington, along with the likes of Joel Williams, Michael Shaw and Jarryd Uren have stood tall throughout the season and will play important roles in Saturday’s clash.

The man to watch will no doubt be big man Phil Smith, especially after last year’s heartbreak in the Preliminary Final.

Smith has dominated inside 50 this season to the tune of 64 goals from 16 games and is comfortably the best forward in the competition, establishing dangerous partnerships with the likes of James Robertson, Lachlan Dobson and Phil Matheson.

For Murrumbeena, it’s hard not to look back on the last time it was in a Grand Final, but it wasn’t a happy occasion for the Beena, going down to Oakleigh Districts in 2015.

But two years is a long time in football, and the Murrumbeena team that played then is vastly different from the one that will run onto Power Reserve on Saturday.

Leading the way is gun midfield duo Jake Semmel and Liam Wilson, who have both had outstanding seasons and can win the ball seemingly at will.

Not to be overlooked are the combination of Chris Evans, Darcy Hargrave and Jarrod Walker, who have also been standouts across the year.

Not known for being a high scoring

team, the Beena

does have a more than

capable target

inside 50 in Alaster Bradley,

who has had an impressive finals series to date.

Despite being held goalless in the preliminary

final, Bradley has produced 34 goals on the year

and, combined with Rhys Clayton and Eduardo

Espinosa, forms a formidable forward line trio.

Last, but certainly not least, is captain Mitch

Walder, a versatile leader who plays with his

heart for coach Stevie Wright.

But enough about the stars of the game, it’s

time to predict a result.

While logic certainly dictates a likely victory for

Chelsea Heights, it has been the better team all

season, the way Murrumbeena has played not

only in the lead up to the finals, but for three

straight weeks, cannot be ignored.

As most games do,

it will come down to

possession through the

midfield and which side

can make the most of

their opportunities.

Before I pick a

winner and a

margin, I would

like to congratulate

both sides on

their outstanding

years and wish

them all the best in

Saturday’s clash.

Chelsea Heights by

12 points.

DIVISION 2: GRAND FINAL PREVIEW / JASON BARBIN DIVISION 2: GRAND FINAL PREVIEW / JASON BARBIN@JBarbin10 @JBarbin10

Chelsea Heights captain Phil Matheson and Jordan Peryman

Murrumbeena’s James Shirley (left) and captain Mitch Walder


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FIELD BOUNDARY GOALTane Abbott Oisin Gribbin Dan Bomford

Riley Webster Jarrod Van Wees David MandelbaumTroy Wood Kobe Davies EMG: Xavier Martin

SATURDAY 23 SEPTEMBER – POWER RESERVE, 2:40PM

Ground: Murrumbeena Park, Kangaroo Rd, Murrumbeena

Club Colours: Maroon, Gold yoke and lion

Senior Coach: Steve WrightSenior Assistant: Shane Burbidge

# PLAYER DESCRIPTION GOALS BEHINDS1 Will Nash A classy wingman with a penetrating left leg.

2 Josh Wright Reads the play well either in defence or forward.

3 Jarrod Walker Solid defender who provides some run.

4 Eddie Esponosa Enigmatic forward who has an enormous leap.

6 Sam Moloney Mr Versatility is what he is known for.

8 Michael Kinsella Has the ability to kick some goals or penetrate through the middle.

9 Mitch Walder (C) Captain courageous who leads by example.

10 Rory Calahane Provides some versatility across the playing group.

11 Lachlan Batt Forward or back, provides the leadership and direction.

12 Darcy Hargrave Explosive midfielder having a great season.

13 Ray Pickering Smart, reliable and leads from the front.

14 Dechlan Turkington Has the ability to play anywhere and everywhere.

17 Harley Turkington Can play tall or small depending on the situation.

18 Joss Holdsworth Electrifying pace all over the field.

19 Rob Brearley The engine room of the midfield.

20 Matt Nandor Ever reliable and hard at the contest.

21 Chris Evans Gives the mids first use on most occasions.

23 Sam Parkes Silky skills and can kick a goal.

24 Tom Valenta Back, forward, mid, where do you need me?

25 Jordan Cusin Dour defender who rarely gets beaten.

26 Jake Semmel The bull as he is known for his brute strength.

27 Josh Smith Has the ability to turn games.

28 Alister Bradley A goal kicker who works hard.

31 David Schmiedl In-and-under, but can get it on the outside.

32 Chris Cairns The elder statesman of the team who knows how to get it.

35 Chris Niclasen The pressure man who always supports his mates.

37 Mick McMahon Takes them on with his explosive pace.

39 Rhys Clayton Unconventional, but gets the job done.

40 Shaun Thompson Reads the play like a veteren and hits targets.

45 Cory Hargrave Inspirational with his attack on the ball.

50 Josh Hargreaves Speedy wingman who is dangerous up forward.

54 Michael Menara Hard nosed with a fantastic attitude.

57 Liam Wilson Controls the engine room and leads by example.

59 James Shirley Run James run, catch me if you can!

MURRUMBEENAGround: Beazley Reserve, Thames Prom, Chelsea Heights

Club Colours: Navy with Red Yoke

Senior Coach: Brad Canavan


1 Jackson Fry Handy utility with great skills.

2 Dale Hynes Powerful athlete with great skills.

3 Joel Williams Dynamic player with great skills.

5 Jesse Odell Handy utility with great skills.

6 Luke Behin Athletic type who loves to run.

7 Jordy Peryman A speedster who loves to run and carry the ball.

8 Kade Murphy Wily veteran with a high footy IQ.

9 Jarryd Uren Wily veteran with a high footy IQ.

10 Tyler Cantwell Classy utilty with a high footy IQ.

11 Phil Matheson Classy veteran with tricks!

13 Mick Danckert Country kid, honest as the day is long.

14 Nathan Herrington Smooth mover and looker with exceptional skills.

15 Matt Baxter Enigmatic player with a flair for the fabulous!

17 Pat Morrissey Honest utility, ultimate team player.

18 Michael O Driscoll Rock solid team player, a professional.

19 Lachy Dobson Cool, calm and collected, a great team player.

21 Ryan Archer Slick moving utility with a laser-type boot.

22 Declan Lee Promising utility capable of exciting moments.

23 James Robertson Wily veteran with a high footy IQ.

25 Bryce Atherton Grunt player who loves to get his hands dirty.

26 Luke Newton Powerhouse with a booming kick.

31 Mark Stevens Selfless and strong-bodied utility who puts his team first.

34 Luke Gherini Youngster ready to make his mark!

40 Peter Gerard Wily veteran who reads the games very well.

44 Michael Shaw Creative type, ultimate swingman.

46 Ben Finemore Strong mid, growing in stature.

52 Cameron Gates Intelligent, crafty and creative utility.

60 Matt Johansson Unassuming smooth-mover who sees the game well.

67 Phil Smith Strong presence with a nose for the goals.

CHELSEA HEIGHTS


HIGHETTGround: Turner Road Reserve, Turner Rd,

Highett (Melway Ref #77H9)

Club Colours: Navy, white and red hoops with Bulldog motif

Reserve Coach: Paul (Ruffer) O’Neill

# PLAYER # PLAYER

1 James Sneesby 29 Elliot Brown

2 Daniel Booth 31 Chris Long

4 James Taranto 33 Jamie Gasio

6 Callum Parry 34 Jackson Millwood

8 Andrew Carey 35 Alex Baragwarath

10 Pat Hanmer 37 Mark Bailey

11 Matthew Foster 38 Lachy McLean

13 Cameron Nayar 39 Ryan Osborne

16 Ryan Marshall 40 Jess Parsons

18 Jake Duell 42 Stefan Lindstrom

20 Chris Lee 43 Billy Prosser

22 James O'Keefe 44 Peter Quinn

23 James Burns 45 Chris Harms

24 Ryan Smith 46 Nathan Mullenger

25 Shane Jones 48 Guy Dickson

27 Ryan Night 50 Andrew Robinson

28 Jack Nagle 57 Michael DeIacovo

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# PLAYER # PLAYER

1 Brendan Weighell 38 Corey Baines

4Nicholas Papachristofilou 41 Faisal Payenda

5 Joshua Scrivano 42 Jayden Glover

6 Spencer McCartney 43 Cal Lester

9 Nicholas Webb 45 Dominic Spinucci

10 Martin Watts 46 Mathew Hodgson

12 Scott Thorne 47 Timothy McEachern

14 Michael McGreal 48 Daniel Turner

16 Christoher McCann 49 John Lalor

21 Mathew Poore 50 Daniel McConville

22 Benjamin Evans 64 Sotirios Solomonidis

23 Luke Scott 80 Brad Dyer

25 Ryan Eadie 84 Blake Bormann

34 Jarryd Karadeas


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St Kilda City 1.4 4.6 10.6 15.11-101

Cheltenham 2.1 4.2 7.4 8.10-58

St Kilda City: Goal Kickers: J. O’’Shea 3, A. Nyanjok 3, D. Mc Gorm 2, M. McNaughton 2, J. Vargas 2, U. Chol 2, R. WilliamsBest Players: U. Chol, J. Coughlan-Stevenson, B. Troeth, D. Hale, R. Williams, J. Martin-RennieCheltenham: Goal Kickers: D. Woodham 2, T. Davis 2, S. Milicia, J. Kilner, A. Malamas, T. KilnerBest Players: T. Kilner, N. Karpathakis, J. Kilner, T. Davis, M. Freeman, J. Zuccala

Hallam 2.0 2.0 7.3 9.3-57

Oakleigh District 0.0 0.0 6.10 10.12-72

Hallam: Goal Kickers: S. Woolley 3, C. Raso 2, J. Cowling 2, D. McIvor, N. MayBest Players: L. Signal, A. Mackenzie, J. Cowling, N. May, S. Casey, D. McIvorOakleigh District: Goal Kickers: L. McCabe 4, N. Peddle 3, D. West 2, C. CassetBest Players: N. Peddle, A. Casset, B. Kay-Glover, C. Ward, L. McCabe , C. Casset

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Preliminary Final 1

St Kilda City 15.11-101 defeated Cheltenham 8.10-58 A grand final appearance wasn’t meant to be for a dogged Cheltenham, who went down by 43 points at the hands of a dominant St Kilda City.

The Rosellas held the lead at the first break by three points, and only four points separated the teams as City led at the main break (30-26).

The third term saw City beginning to break away from their opponents, booting 6.0 to Cheltenham’s 3.2 and leading by 20 points (66-46) at three quarter time. With Ubil Chol and Jordan Coughlan-Stevenson starring for City, a comeback would prove challenging for the Rosellas.

Despite best efforts from Totti Kilner and Nathan Karpathakis, Cheltenham unfortunately could not pick up the pieces to top off a successful year in an

uphill battle created by City, who preceded to kick five goals to one in the final term.

Three goals each from Jack O’Shea and Ayang Nyanjok, and two from Darren McGorm, Matthew McNaughton, Jackson Vargas and Ubil Chol reflected a team effort from City, earning their side a chance to defend their 2016 premiership this week.

Preliminary Final 2

Oakleigh District 10.12-72 defeated Hallam 9.3-57 Fifth-finishers Oakleigh District earned their ticket to the Grand Final this week, cutting Hallam’s finals series short by 20 points.

The Hawks were the early aggressors, shooting out of the blocks to build a seven-point lead by half time in an entertain contest, before Oakleigh mounted a spirited comeback with three goals to two in the third term.

Only one point divided the teams going into the final term, with Oakleigh District holding a marginal

advantage (46-45). Led by the impressive Nathan Peddle and Anthony Casset, a determined Oakleigh returned after three quarter time and asserting their hunger for a premiership, kicking 4.2 to 2.0 in the final term and effectively taking the win.

Lachlan Signal and Alex Mackenzie were standouts for Hallam who despite the final result, can be congratulated on a successful year.

Liam McCabe was again a highlight in the forward line for the winners with four goals, alongside Nathan Peddle who kicked three.

Shane Woolley was instrumental for Hallam also with three goals to his name.

GRAND FINAL PREVIEW

St Kilda City vs Oakleigh District St Kilda City and Oakleigh District have proved supreme in the Under 19s competition, earning a ticket to the ultimate dance in the Grand Final on Sunday, 12pm at Springvale Reserve.

Finishing fifth this year, Oakleigh faced a tough run in the finals series. Unwavered by their underdog position, they convincingly knocked out Skye, Dingley and Hallam.

They are matched with the forceful minor premiers St Kilda City, who boast a 16-2 winning record this season and the 2015 and 2016 premierships.

The pair have only crossed paths once this season, with St Kilda winning by 32 points. A hungry Oakleigh with nothing to lose against last year’s premiers will be determined to change that record.

However, and as many finals tales tell, history means nothing in a Grand Final as both sides take to the field as equals in an eagerly awaited contest of the League’s youngest talent.

Congratulations to both sides on a stellar season, and best of luck in your pursuit to be crowned the Southern Football Netball League’s Under 19 Premiers for 2017.

UNDER 19: ON THE UP / BRITT GOLDSMITH UNDER 19: ON THE UP / BRITT GOLDSMITH



TEAM 1/4 TIME 1/2 TIME 3/4 TIME FULL TIMEST KILDA CITY

OAKLEIGH DISTRICT



FIELD BOUNDARY GOALCampbell James Jacob Curry Marcus White

Christopher Menera Lachlan Menera Harrison MurieNick Ritchie Charlie Yee EMG: Vinay Lakshman


Ground: Peanut Farm Reserve, Blessington St, St Kilda

Club Colours: Red, white and black vertical panels

Under 19 Coach: Matthew Hoy

# PLAYER DESCRIPTION GOALS BEHINDS1 Oliver Woods (C) Captain, a lot of spark. Athletic and reliable.

2 Aaron Tenenbaum Small, tough and skilled midfielder. Loves the goals.

3 Blake Crichton Swingman, can go anywhere. Has finals written all over him.

6 Jordan Coughlan-Stevenson Running into some good form late in the season. Big finals.

7 Jackson Vargas Watch him at his best on Springvale reserve. Mr September.

8 Jye Sujaini Roycey – there’s not much he can’t do. Champion.

10 Paul Pekaj Highly creative and reads the play. As skilled as you get.

11 Kye Mcmillan Runs and creates all day. Exciting and skilled.

12 Febricko Addi Absolutely reliable, works hard all day. We can count on him.

14 Charlie Geason Reliable and can go anywhere. Big finals coming up.

14a Gavin Cathie Season ended with an ACL tear. A massive out.

15 Opili Paora Loves a step and plays drums. Can dance. GALVIN Klein.

16 Dominic Hale Reliable, defends and creates. A big finals is coming up for him.

17 James Nyanjok The better brother. Runs all day and loves a grab.

18 Eman Awu Has improved out of sight. Gets in the right places and kicks goals.

19 Donavon Addi Jnr Has improved incredibly. Will have a say in this finals series.

21 Bailey Troeth He is everywhere. Gets the ball and carves them up all day. Gun.

23 Matt McNaughton Incredible knack of finding the ball inside the 50. Can play.

24 Ayang Nyanjok Words don’t explain, sit back and witness him yourself.

25 Lucien Bienvenu The fourth midfielder in the ruck. Finds space and is nimble.

26 Dhanesh Jayaselan Can go anywhere. Solid as a rock and takes big marks.

27 Jack O’Shea Reads the game like a veteran. Luke Hodge like.

32 Darren McGorm Electric, wins his own ball and provides spark. X-Factor.

33 Ralton Williams Tough and strong. Will stamp his authority on this final. Freak.

40 Dallas Puet Loves September action, will kick goals.

47 Ubil Chol Silk, class, tough and evasive. Absolute gun.

49 Febrick Addi Tackles and competes all day. Relentless. One of the coach’s favourites.

78 Shai Wood Tough, tough, tough and even more tough. Enough said.

79 Josh Rennie The ever-reliable full back. Athletic. One of the coach’s favourites.

85 Jack Marks Tough and gritty. Solid all day. Reliable. Tractor.

98 Tadj Tackla Silky and athletic. Glides around the ground.

ST KILDA CITY


1 Luke Quinliven Key controlling backman.

2 Nathaniel Cramer Elusive midfielder.

3 Sanjay Kahawatte Fast running winger.

4 James Boyle Forward/back, can kick a goal and lock down.

5 Curtis Ward (C) Captain that leads from the front.

6 Zion Nelthropp Clever running backman.

7 Liam McCabe Smart small forward that knows where the goals are.

8 Bayley Kay-Glover Strong, attacking centreman.

9 Daniel Di Nezza Pocket rocket forward.

10 Daniel Follet Forward pocket with great game sense.

13 Regan Peddle Dashing wingman who can kick a goal.

15 Simon Bonacci Smart attacking left footer.

16 Ben Di Cioccio Solid young backman.

17 Jude Wildermoth Strong tap ruckman.

18 Jacob Garuffi-Miles Tough backline general.

19 Brett Crane High-marking ruckman.

20 Anthony Casset Strong marking backman.

21 Nicholas Thurgood Tough small forward.

22 Christopher Casset Strong exiting midfielder.

23 Anthony Lucarelli Attacking ruckman/forward.

25 Nathan Peddle Utility who can play both ends of the ground.

26 Dylan Duffield Tough running backman.

27 Callum Morgan Strong versatile forward.

32 Daniel Spence Tough midfielder who can turn a game.

42 Liam Mecca Versatile forward and back.

51 Jayson Bravis Solid aggressive forward.

65 Daniel West Strong attacking forward.

OAKLEIGH DISTRICTGround: Princes Highway Reserve,

Princes Hwy, Oakleigh East

Club Colours: Black with white sash

Under 19 Coach: Scott Russell and Paul Gurr


THIRDS RESULTS: FINALS WEEK 3

Cerberus 4.1 5.5 9.8 12.10-82Endeavour Hills 1.4 1.4 3.5 5.7-37

Cerberus: Goal Kickers: A. Quinn 3, D. Garoufalis 2, B. Bell 2, Z. Storry, C. Wearne, C. Gamble, A. Jennings, J. GilbertBest Players: A. Quinn , J. Gilbert, Z. Storry, A. Deluca, M. Parker, J. LittleEndeavour Hills: Goal Kickers: R. May 2, A. Klas, G. Baxter, C. JarrettBest Players: H. Favero, M. Rogerson, D. Moses, J. McDonald, J. Daly, K. Ashford

Skye 1.0 1.1 2.2 6.2-38South Yarra 1.1 4.3 7.7 8.11-59

Skye: Goal Kickers: B. Forsyth 3, A. Hodge, R. Powlesland, J. RileyBest Players: B. Forsyth, C. Lester, A. Hodge, K. Doyle, S. Byrne, C. RodriguesSouth Yarra: Goal Kickers: P. Johnson 2, B. Monok 2, R. Dore 2, K. Lorrimar, C. KaliviotisBest Players: T. Wiese, B. Monok, P. Johnson, C. Kaliviotis, L. Halverson, K. Lorrimar

FIRST PRELIMINARY FINAL

SECOND PRELIMINARY FINAL

THIRDS FIXTURE

GRAND FINAL

SATURDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER,

9:45AM

CERBERUS

V

SOUTH YARRA

POWER RESERVE


THIRDS GRAND FINALSATURDAY 23 SEPTEMBER – POWER RESERVE, 9:45AM

FIELD BOUNDARY GOALGlenn Emery Kaitlan Barr Lachlan MurieChris Hughes Chase Kelso Joshua Sugden

Thomas McKinley Sam Ridgway

TEAM 1/4 TIME 1/2 TIME 3/4 TIME FULL TIMECERBERUS

SOUTH YARRA

Ground: McAuliffe Oval, HMAS Cerberus

Club Colours: Sky blue and white

Thirds Coach:

# PLAYER # PLAYER

1 Adam Quinn 21 Alex Martin

2 Andy Jennings 22 Steve Wicks

4 Joseph Gilbert 23 Edward Gooch

5 Bradley Bell 24 Patrick Reid

6 Patrick Donahoe 25 Chris Wearne

7 Joel Blashki 26 Jacob Nerney

8 Patrick Hudson 27 Benjamin Johnson

9 Zac Storry 28 Dimitri Garoufalis

10 Aaron Rampling 29 Adam Deluca

11 James Falkenberg 30 Mitch Parker

12 Lewis Jackson 31 Scott Mansell

13 Shannon Schonewille 32 Chris Gamble

14 Aiden Lochert 33 Ashley Jordan

15 Kurt Smith 34 Josh Little

16 Cameron Grant 35 Troy Haydon

17 Sam Hornby 37 Madson Christopher

19 Tyler Dews 38 Shane Coble

20 Allan Wosomo

CERBERUSGround: Fritsch Holzer Park,

Camberwell Rd, East HawthornClub Colours: Maroon, royal blue yoke,

gold lion Thirds Coach: Dallas Saxby

# PLAYER # PLAYER

4 Alexander Evans 45 Joseph Hoppev

5 Sean Dixon 47 Ashley Evans

7 Tim Wiese 50 Todd Klein

9 Paul Brown 53 Michael Klomp

11 Will Freeman 61 David Mackin

20 Jarryd Mills 65 Kane Malcolmson

23 Jayden Cameron 66 Will Quince (Capt)

24 Trent Thompson 67 Jake Bertone

27 Ryan Wise 69 Sam Baumgartner

28 Jesse Davis 72 Damian Angus

29 Ryan Dore 73 Liam Halverson

32 James Paull 74 Chris Kaliviotis

35 James Evans 77 Chris Stacey

36 Brock Monok 82 Alex Bell

41 Kai Lorrimar 85 Kingsley Hill

43 Kym Bratzel 88 Patrick Johnson

44 Matthew Patullock

SOUTH YARRA

SUPPORTING THE SFNL AND LOCAL SPORTING CLUBS



Endeavour Hills 3.1 4.5 10.5 13.6-84Doveton Eagles 1.4 7.9 8.9 13.10-88

Endeavour Hills: Goal Kickers: B. Hoe 3, J. Marie 2, D. Batson 2, J. Marolla, D. Morrison, W. Fournarakis, N. Strom, N. Gay, C. WebberDoveton Eagles: Goal Kickers: A. Read 3, M. Clarke 2, R. Robertson 2, T. Hancock 2, J. O’Neill, C. Wilson, E. Samadi, B. KeownBest Players: A. Read, C. Wilson, C. Carmody, M. Callinan, E. Samadi, D. Lever

Ashwood 2.0 3.0 4.2 6.2-38Endeavour Hills 0.4 2.5 5.9 11.14-80

Ashwood: Goal Kickers: C. Spencer 2, D. Brooks 2, J. Morrey, A. JongBest Players: D. Stefancik, B. Giblett, D. Brooks, N. Dumergue, K. Jones, A. JongEndeavour Hills: Goal Kickers: S. Krull 2, S. Augustus 2, R. Tinney, R. Thomas, D. Bartley, A. Mitchell, A. Brooks, P. Gill, J. BeattieBest Players: J. Matwijkiw, Z. Aseel, A. Kartner, A. Brooks, M. Cook, J. Beattie

BENDIGO BANK DINGLEY VILLAGE DIVISION 3 SENIOR GRAND FINAL DIVISION 3 RESERVE GRAND FINAL

Endeavour Hills 13.6 (84) def by Doveton Eagles 13.10 (88) When Byron Hoe nailed a set shot from close range, Endeavour Hills was dominating a stunned Doveton team.

That was five minutes into the final quarter and Doveton had gone from a handy half time lead to a deficit of 26 points.

Since the long break the Falcons had registered nine goals straight to a solitary major.

Doveton skipper Corrie Wilson and coach Simon Caldwell contemplated a lost opportunity.

“I thought we were gone. I started blaming everyone else,” Wilson admitted to the SFNL radio team.

“We were in shock. We were like 22 points up at half time, thinking we’ve got this one and all of a sudden bang bang bang and we thought we were gone, or I did.”

So did Caldwell watching from the sidelines.

Even when speaking on The 5th Quarter program the day after a stunning Eagles’ comeback, Caldwell reflected that he couldn’t believe the result.

“I was dumbfounded. I didn’t believe it happened from where we were. To get that result was just amazing.”

He credited his players with the barnstorming finish in which they booted 5.1 to a behind after Endeavour Hills managed the first couple of goals of the last term.

“I was pretty much spectating in that last 10, 15 minutes, just watching the guys do their thing,” Caldwell said.

Russell Robertson was well contained by Ben Moriarty throughout the game, but won a holding the ball free kick approaching time on. His shot sailed through for a goal, putting the Eagles up by five points.

Troy Hancock had sparked the comeback with a goal on the run.

Shortly after, Hancock’s handball set up Cory Wilson who kicked truly and brought the deficit back to 14 points.

An outstanding game from Doveton’s Adam Read had him in the running for the Meneilly Medal for best afield. His third goal 13 minutes into the final term reduced Endeavour Hills’ lead to eight points.

Mitch Clarke nailed a shot on the run six minutes later to put the Eagles just a point behind and that set the stage for Robertson.

Once Robbo delivered Doveton the lead, the Eagles swung into defensive mode.

It was an epic struggle in the dying minutes with Endeavour Hills getting the ball forward and pushing hard to restore the lead.

A Daniel Strom mark 25 minutes in set up a thrilling finish, but when his shot spilled off hands for a behind there were only moments left on the clock.

The four-point win sent Doveton’s players, staff and fans into wild celebrations.

The Eagles’ Michael Callinan capped a superb finals series, winning the Meneilly Medal.

It was thoroughly deserved, although it could just as easily have gone to Read.

Cam Carmody was instrumental in the Eagles’ comeback as he got on top of Nathan Crutchley in the final term ruck battle.

Crutchley had a tremendous finals series and gave his side every chance in the Grand Final with his ruck work in the first three terms.

Eagles’ skipper Wilson started the game brilliantly and finished in style, being a major contributor in the last quarter.

Falcons’ captain Nathan Strom starred up forward and in the midfield and his young teammate Nick Gay ran himself ragged in an outstanding performance.

Hoe, Daniel Batson, and Moriarty were prominent for the defeated side.

Endeavour Hills’ coach Rob Dipper praised the efforts of Jason Davies, commending the tackling pressure he applied in the forward line.

Despite the disappointing result, Dipper can be proud of a tremendous year.

After stepping into the post this season, he guided the club into its first finals campaign at senior level.

Whilst acknowledging the progress made in 2017, Dipper was a shattered man a couple of days after the loss. He was still questioning whether or not he could have done anything differently.

However, Dipper considered the Eagles’ experience perhaps played a part in the game’s dramatic momentum shift.

“Maybe just some wise heads from Doveton, some guys that have played finals footy before maybe got them over the line,” he reflected.

He spoke of the approach the Eagles took to get back into the match.

“They had nothing to lose. They really took the game on and they seemed just to go long and direct.”

Expect Endeavour Hills to again be contenders in 2018 with Dipper hopeful of retaining most players and expecting to add more talented youngsters. But in the short term, that prospect is of little consolation.

For Dipper’s counterpart Caldwell, it was the perfect finish to his time in charge at Doveton.

Although he will stick around the club to help in other capacities, Caldwell made the decision some time ago to step away from coaching after this season due to other commitments.

It appears likely Robertson will take on the challenge of steering the Eagles next season when they embrace the challenge of Division 2 competition.

But first there will be plenty of celebrating.

Congratulations Doveton on a tremendous achievement in winning four straight finals and on a memorable Grand Final comeback.

As for Division 3, a high-quality finals series has this scribe already anticipating the action next season.

DIVISION 3: GRAND FINAL REVIEW / ANDREW PALOCZI @Apaloczi

Meneilly Medallist: Michael Callinan (Doveton Eagles) Le Leivre Medallist: Zarak Aseel (Endeavour Hills)


WOMEN’S FOOTBALL RESULTS: FINALS WEEK 4

Murrumbeena 2.3 2.6 4.9 7.17-59

Oakleigh District 1.0 2.2 3.3 4.3-27

Murrumbeena: Goal Kickers: G. Bibby 2, A. Muir 2, J. Brandon, A. Kovess, D. WearneBest Players: G. Bibby, J. Brandon, A. Kovess, E. Morison, R. Niclasen , L. WolfOakleigh District: Goal Kickers: E. McIntyre 4Best Players: J. Szalek, A. Brown, E. McIntyre, R. Adams, R. McNamara, A. Amvazas

GRAND FINAL

@JMcGuane

Murrumbeena 7.17 (59) defeated Oakleigh District 4.3 (27) The amazing first season of the SFNL Women’s came to an end with Murrumbeena completing the perfect undefeated season with the 32-point defeat of Oakleigh District in the Grand Final at Jack Barker Oval.

Murrumbeena had been the class of the competition but they were made to work for it on the final day of the season.

Beena had the best of the early play with 2.3 but allowed the Oaks to get on the board with 1.0 to see the margin sit at nine points at quarter time.

Oakleigh District took the momentum in the second quarter, allowing three behinds, while kicking 1.2 of their own to trail by four points at half time.

The momentum would again change hands after half time with Murrumbeena’s 2.3 to Oakleigh

District’s 1.1, giving Beena a 12-point lead at the final change, but leaving the game in the balance.

The Oaks would again only manage one goal in the last quarter, with Murrumbeena dominating and only inaccuracy keeping the final margin down.

Murrumbeena captain Grace Bibby was named best on the ground for the Grand Final, ably assisted by Jasmyn Brandon, Alice Kovess, Emma Morison, Rebecca Niclasen and Lauren Wolf.

Bibby and Aisling Muir led the Murrumbeena forward line with two goals each as singles were added by Kovess, Brandon and Danielle Wearne.

SFNL Team of the Year ruck Jess Szalek was Oakleigh District’s best, with Alana Brown, Emily McIntyre, Rebecca Adams, Rachel McNamara and Lexy Amzavas battling hard in defeat.

McIntyre remained Oakleigh District’s best avenue to goal, accounting for all four of their goals.

WOMEN’S FOOTBALL: GRAND FINAL REVIEW / JARRYD McGUANE

I would like to take the time to thank all the clubs and players for the access and time they have given when covering the season. It has a pleasure to cover you all, even from Tasmania for the last few weeks of the season. It is evident to me that the league will continue to have success with the high quality of players and the focus on development from all clubs. I look

forward to seeing it grow in the years to come – Jarryd McGuane

BOG Medallist: Grace Bibby (Murrumbeena)


Over 300 SFLUA umpires (68 goalies, 118 boundaries and 112 fieldies) took the field in season 2017 to officiate in SFNL matches this year. 68 fieldies umpired senior matches, with 41 doing Division 1 (22 for the first time), and there were 236 three umpire games.

There are many reasons why our umpires are in action rain, hail or shine each weekend. Association President Al Manning might say it is for the beer after the game, Scotty Learmonth and Jake Rositani might say it is for the money, Hannah Bailes might say it is for the social interactions on and off the field, Matt Crowley because he loves to run, Tane Abbott for the power trip, Joel Lewis because he has nothing better to do, Dan Bomford because it allows him to make up for the mistakes he makes when umpiring cricket, and Leigh Dawkins because it gets him away from the kids. While some of these statements may be correct, all of our umpires do it because they love the game and want to be part of it.

In 2017, we have again delivered for the SFNL and its member clubs effectively and efficiently from Port Melbourne to Carrum, Hallam and Endeavour Hills, filling appointments in Seniors, Reserves, Under 19s, SFNL Women’s and South East Women’s competitions.

In the finals so far, our fieldies have averaged 31 free kicks per game, with an average of 4.5 missed free kicks per match, 2.5 unwarranted free kicks paid and an average of three 50m penalties per match. Whistles have been blown over 3300 times, and the goalies have marked down over 8200 scores, while the ball has been thrown in nearly 2300 times.

This year we sent Joel Davis, Matt Mahoney, Taylor Manning and Cam Watts to trial with the VFL and all four have done well there, with three of them umpiring finals. Sam Bridges, Joel Davis and Annie Mirabile are now on the VFL senior list, and Luke Porter is on the senior development list. Hannah

Bailes, Jack Cunnington and Darcy Trewarn have participated in the VFL Mates program this year, while Darcy and Connor Vaux officiated in the VFL Under 16s Championships back in April. Hannah Bailes, Molly Bowman and Alanah French have been involved in the AFL Vic Female Umpiring Academy this year, with Shannon Kirkby assisting in the coaching there.

The SMJFL umpires’ coaching panel was headed up by Cam Watts with Nick Bergman, Glenn Emery, Nathan Guy and Matt Mahoney also involved. The SMJFL is a great breeding ground for umpires and there were many SFNL umpires involved in the SMJFL finals. Al Manning has coordinated the Super Rules Umpire Appointments with many SFNL umpires in action there every Sunday.

This year, 36 of our umpires officiate in their first Grand Final and I wish them and all our Grand Final umpires all the best for their matches. You will represent all of your colleagues with distinction as you umpire to the best of your ability, implementing our values: honesty, consistency, teamwork, doing our best, presence and composure as they get it right and don’t influence the result.

I congratulate all of our umpiring panel on an excellent season. We have the best seat in the house AND we get paid for it! We cope with all the physical and mental challenges, the wet and muddy winter Saturdays, the supporters who always know better than us, the sometimes less-than-average change rooms and the long nights on the training tracks but are on the field smiling each week.

I thank David Cannizzo and the SFNL Board, David, Matt and Will in the office and all the member clubs. I thank Alan Manning and his SFLUA executive for their support and wonderful working relationship in getting the umpires on the ground. Lastly I thank my group of committed and loyal group of coaches and match day observers.

I look forward to seeing all our 2017 umpires back in action on the training track next February as we make season 2018 even more successful than 2017.

Yours in football,

Pete Marshall SFNL Director of Umpiring.

SEASON 2017 FROM AN UMPIRING PERSPECTIVE / PETER MARSHALL

Best of luck to umpires officiating in Grand Finals today. For those umpires who didn’t get to the “big dance” this year, your turn may come next year. There have been many highlights this season, with record numbers on the track enabling us to run many three field and/or boundary umpire games each week, and many former SFLUA members doing us proud at VFL and AFL levels. Last week Annie Mirabile umpired a TAC Cup Prelim Final, John Cooper a VFL Prelim Final, and Tayla Manning a VFL Women’s Prelim, while four of our current list – Matt Crowley, Nathan Guy, Sam Rogers and Courtney Stelling - will trial with the VFL in the lead up to season 2018.

Your SFLUA Committee has continued to support the Association, with Alan Manning and Rodd Johnson providing strong leadership on and off the field. John Borg has looked after the accounts while Kevin Mitchell has again managed the uniform shop and Thomas Grundy has rounded out the numbers on the Committee.

Thanks to Nigel and Carmel Thompson who have once again ably managed our canteen/bar after training each Thursday. Nigel and Carmel first became involved in the Association back in 2007 when son Jack joined our umpiring ranks. They noticed that our canteen was staffed by a roster of goal umpires and volunteered to take over the operation of the canteen/bar so that our umpires could attend training and lectures without distraction. Every Thursday evening since then from April to September, Nigel and Carmel have been behind the bar serving drinks and food including Nigel’s legendary dim sims, and their contribution has been recognised this year with the awarding of SFLUA Life Membership to both of them.

The White Knight thanks the Umpiring Department: Pete Marshall and his assistants John Auditore, Pete Bailey, Brett Chard, Craig Davenport, Robin Epstein Rodd Johnson, Jeff Mark, Brett McGeorge, Clayton Pressley, Andrew Scott, David Smith and Harry Stamos. We also thank our dedicated trainer, Natalie for looking after us so well this year. Thanks must also go to the SFNL Administration. The SFNL CEO, David Cannizzo is a great supporter of the Association, Adam Sparrow, as the recently departed Football Operations Manager looked after umpiring affairs diligently, Matt Grimwood has handled all the paperwork and Schedula with ease while Will Hunter has promoted umpiring as often as possible through the SFNL Record.

At the Appointments Night on Wednesday, a number of umpires received awards:

The Graeme Bertram Award for excellence in umpiring and a strong off-field commitment to the Association went to Rodd Johnson, who has been a very diligent Association Secretary for five years and has put his hand up for every possible off-field task, while trying his hand at both field and boundary umpiring.

The Luttrell/Martin trophy for Best Clubman trophy went to Kevin Mitchell, who has again spent many hours each week running our uniform store and assisting with social functions while the Coaches Award for the Most Dedicated Umpire went to Joel Lewis who has barely missed a training session.

Other awards were:

Golden Whistle award – Matt Crowley

Best 1st Year Field Umpire – Chris Menera

Best 1st Year Boundary Umpire – Oisin Gribben

Best 1st Year Goal Umpire – Marcus White

Most Improved Field Umpire – Nick Bergman

Most Improved Boundary Umpire – Courtney Stelling

Most Improved Goal Umpire – Tony Levett

Thanks to all umpires who have assisted with doubling up throughout the season, and to those umpires who help out on Saturdays despite being unable to train due to work or family commitments. Thanks also to our club umpires who also play an important role.

There will be an end of season celebration after the Div 1 Grand Final from 6pm back at Bricker Reserve. All Association members are welcome to attend.

Our umpire escorts are the unsung heroes of suburban football and provide us with all the protection we need. Scott Learmonth found himself in need of protection at a non-SFNL related event last week but couldn’t find any and was unable to fulfil his appointment!

Steve Gelsi was unable to fill his finals appointment last week when his car broke down on the way to the game. Luckily, Andrew Scott was on hand to run the boundary in his place and, as you would expect from someone who has umpired Div 1 Grannies on both the field and the boundary, Scottie put in a very impressive performance on the big ground at Springvale.

At the SMJFL vote count last week, the highest individual tally in any competition was 26 registered by our own Darcy Trewarn playing for Murrumbeena Under 17s. Darcy has a tough decision to make next year between playing and umpiring – he excels in both disciplines!

The Annual General Meeting will be held at 7pm on October 4 at the Moorabbin/Cheltenham RSL. All members are welcome to attend and we welcome new blood on the committee each year. The agenda and proxy forms are available at www.sflumpires.com. If you can’t attend, please obtain a proxy form from a committee member at the football today, complete it and return it.

Are you interested in becoming an umpire? Come and join us in 2018. If you love footy, you’ll love being an umpire!

The White Knight wishes all umpires a restful off season and hopes to see you all on the training track next February.

Remember that: “The Ump in Green Should Not Be Seen” and “We Bounce, We Blow, The Rules We Know”

UMPIRE’S CORNER / THE WHITE KNIGHT


It’s that time of the year and I for one cannot believe where the season has gone!

The radio team has had a stellar year and we hope that you have enjoyed the coverage of the matches and the Sunday shows, Nothing but Net and

the awarding-winning The 5th Quarter.

I need to thank my team of great people and they are in no particular order -

David Hampton, what a wonderful year you have had calling and, like a good bottle of Yellow Tail, you get better and better with age.

Johnny Takemura, without your famous scoring system we would be stuffed! Another great year by you and your football collecting kids.

Ian Dougherty, by calling more footy you have grown in the role and of course your special comments are on the mark. You did a great job as host of Nothing but Net and handing this role over to Mel Aitken as part of our succession plan. I think this has also been your finest year hosting The 5th Quarter.

Kevin Cummins, well done on the job you did trying to destroy our new equipment and the job you do, particularly telling our listeners the end to which the wind is blowing.

We had a new addition to our team this year and that is Daniel Ewart, otherwise known as “Dan the stats man”. It has been great having you on board!

Melodie Aitken, words cannot express how proud I am of the fantastic work you have done this year as host of Nothing but Net and being a great support to me. You are a star.

Hugh Maclean, the humour you bring to Nothing but Net is fantastic and the knowledge you have of all things netball is incredible.

John Bennett, pity we did not get to have your wedding live on air as this would have been a great moment in community radio. Great work this year by you.

Wayne Fuller, what a pleasure it is to work with you and thanks for all the “little birdies” you bring to the table. And of course you are the king of “What’s Going On?”.

Karl Bianco, you have over the past three years become a valued member of the team and you are the reason we sound so good. It’s really good working with you.

Will Hunter, thanks for being a great supporter and help with I do and for helping out in the van and studio when we have needed it.

To all the regular guests we have had on Nothing but Net, you know who you are, thanks for your efforts. And to all the guests we have had on The 5th Quarter, thanks for giving up your time – it’s really appreciated.

Thanks to all the clubs, presidents, coaches, players and umpires for putting on the games so we can do what we love doing.

Thanks to our sponsors, Casella Family Brands and Laser Clinics Australia Southland and Malvern, for providing prizes for us to give away.

We have had a great year from calling everything from the Seymour Law Grand Final, the inaugural SFNL Women’s match and Grand Final, to the Netball Division 1 and 2 deciders. We have moved that caravan around a fair bit, and massive thanks to Thomas Grundy and John Burke for their assistance.

And finally, to all of our loyal fans, thanks so much for listening!

Until next year,

Robert Sharpe (Sharpie) Executive Producer SFNL Radio

SFNL RADIO TEAM – THANK YOU / ROBERT SHARPE


DINGLEYFooty cliches abound at this time of the year, and that old favourite “a week is a long time in football was heard around the traps last week” as we prepared for Bentleigh, who had travelled a hard road to make it as far as they did.

A twenty goal turn around in terms of margins from one week to the next doesn’t really make much sense, but it was an impressive performance from our mob last week. Danny, Jackson, Pup, Morgs and Hodgey were standouts in a very even performance.

So it is on to the big one against a rested Mordialloc. Anybody prepared to punt on the result would either have too much money or a ridiculous sense of humour, or both.

We know that only the very best from all our twenty two will get us over the line, so here’s hoping the bounce of the ball goes our way.

The reserves got up by less than a kick in a heartstopper to have another dip at Cheltenham. Having started the season with many questions being asked about our young side, they have all been answered thus far.

Now that we are in it: lets win it. Good luck to Matty and his team.

Irrespective of todays results, the club has been able to re-sign our entire senior coaching team for season 2018.

That is fantastic news as Shane and Brad will be taking on their jobs for a club record eighth season.

Organisational stability is everything, but it is not often not seen at footy clubs. These

coaching appointments provide that stability and the surety to our supporters, members, and sponsors that we are staying on track.

We hope that everybody who claims to be a Dingley supporter will be there in numbers next week and more importantly get on board for next year. “Get on board” is the message we want to send out as the season draws to close.

Upcoming events include the presentation night at the Dingley Hotel this coming Thursday night, September 28th.

Tickets available now at just seventy bucks.

“Get on board”

We hope to have another couple of flags and silverware to display on the night.

Go Dingoes.”

DIVISION 1: CLUB NOTES

OAKLEIGH DISTRICT What a great weekend for the club last week. Our girls footy started off competing in the grand final on Saturday. We tried our best being inn the contest all day but Murrumbeena were just a little too good in the end.

Nevertheless everyone agrees it was an outstanding first season and congratulations to coaches, helpers, managers, but most of all to the women who just went about it in a refreshing , and optimistic, happy attitude to it all year. We all look forward to next season. Good little party too!

The Under 19’s fronted up on Sunday for the

right to go through to the GF against Hallam. Last time Hallam just got over the line at the Highway, so most expected a hard fought game. The first half we were clearly below our recent form, reason for concern. After half time however we seemed to be back in the groove and seemed to be taking control. ¾ time and still nothing in it, but we hit our straps in the last minutes and the final score was the biggest margin of the day. Fantastic reward for effort from the lads. So! Grand Final coming up, and we can’t wait! Best of luck everyone.

It’s been a great year, don’t forget our netball flag! Remember everyone our presentation coming up next Thursday September 28 We all know the details don’t

we? Village Green 6.30 pm $50 for students $60 for adults , pay for drinks bar prices. See you all there.

Sincere thanks to the following 2017 sponsors: Woodstock Pizzas CISA Laser Clinic Mulgrave Bakery Every-Bodi And thanks go to our loyal and generous ongoing supporters, Bendigo Bank Murrumbeena, APB building g and Design Consultants, East Oakleigh IGA, Ausreo Moorabbin, G & C Motors, Chadstone Toyota, Il Duca Restaurant, Dandy Flooring, Urban Body Corporate, , Trevillian Signs, Pro-Motive Bayside, Garden Gear , and A & R Automotive Repair Centre,

We do appreciate your generosity. Support our sponsors! AND GO DISTRICTS.

CHELTENHAMTo President John Graham, his committee, our coaches headed by Senior coach Des Ryan, Reserves coaches Al Garlick and Keiran Nolan, Thirds leader Steve Brosnan and our Colts Coach Greg Barclay ahuge well done on season 2017.

While the finals have been being conducted at numerous sites around the SFNL we have hosted 2 weeks of Third Div Finals at Jack Barker and while the players have had a roster we have been most fortunate to have the best band of volunteers going around to provide the experience that was on offer.

Thanks to Bayside Council and the Bowden Group Builders for their efforts in the completion of the new changerooms and kitchen, a truly fantastic facility that we will be able to utilise in the season 2018.

BENTLEIGH RSL RESERVES:. After pre-season training began in November we are now at the point where we can make it all the more worthwhile. The side has

deserved its place in this week’s Grand Final through its form throughout the season and winning its 2 finals to date. The efforts of Licka and Kizza need to be recognised as they are at the hands of the Senior selection each week and to achieve what they have to date is terrific. To all aour players and supporters lets hope that they can bring home the bacon on Sunday.

TASMAN MEATS COLTS: Only 4 points down at half time and looking as though they were right in the fight, but the second half did not turn out the way we vwished. Congratulations to Curl and all the Colts players for a fantastic effort during the year and you have done the club proud .Best palyers were Kilner x 2, Davis, Freeman, Karpathakis and Zuccala.

CLUB PARTNERS FOR 2017: Baci’s Hair Artistry, Bakers Delight Cheltenham, Beaumaris Physio Centre, Bentleigh R.S.L., Booran Holden Cheltenham, Cabinet Timbers, Caltex Safeway Star Shop Cheltenham, Combined Auto

Traders, Dingley Village Community Bank Branch, Dingley Conveyancing Services, Dominoes Pizza Cheltenham, Essential Money, Freight & Logistics, H.G.& Co Pty Ltd, Inspired Business Solutions, Inspired Communications, Kilburn Joinery, Middy’s Cheltenham, Murray Thompson – Member for Sandringham, Navarone accident & Vehicle Repair, Oliver Hume Property Funds, Pentarch Group, Perfection Air, Quest Apartments Cheltenham, Rosella Foods, Royal Oak Hotel Cheltenham, Seymour Law, Shannon’s Auctions & Insurance, Sport Strap, Southland Kia, Tasman Meats, T.G.I. Friday’s Southland, Terrain Tamer 4WD Parts, The Garden of Good & Evil Cheltenham, The Workshop Auto Service Centre, Woodlands Golf Club.

Thanks for your continued support.

To keep up to date with all the latest news from around the Cheltenham Football & Netball Club, please follow us on Twitter @cheltenhamfnc or on Facebook @cheltenhamfnc.

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MURRUMBEENAWomens Footy Our women played in the Grand Final at Cheltenham against Oakleigh Districts with a single focus on one thing - to stick to our game plan and play our roles. Beena got off to a good start, had all the play and managed a 9 point buffer at quarter time.

In a very even second quarter with Oakleigh attacking more than Beena, the back line was superb, holding them out going into half time with a 4 point lead. The second half saw a committment the side has shown all year and came out winning the third and fourth quarter to run away with a thoroughly well deserved victory bringing home the chocolates to be crowned Premiers and Champions. Thank you to all the

helpers who helped the women’s side achieve their ultimate goal. A sensational first season for our lady’s this year, well done to Emrys and his crew Michelle, Bryn, Ron Luff, Rob Guerra, Val Stevenson and Lynda Lloyd-Griffiths.

Goal kickers; Ash and Gracie 2 Jasmyn, Alice & Dani 1

Best; Grace Bibby, Jasmyn Brandon, Alice Kovess, Emma Morison, Rebecca Niclasen & Lauren Wolf.

Seniors We took on Keysie in the prelim in testing conditions. Only one goal was kicked in the first half of footy and thankfully it was from Beena. 13 points up at the long break Keysie came out firing in the third kicking 3 goals to zero. 9 points down at the last change we were determined to

put everything into the final quarter and that we did kicking the only 4 goals and progressing to the Grand Final with a well deserved 20 point win. Willo was sensational all day and clearly BOG. All the backs did an outstanding job led by Jordy sauce and Baz.

Good luck for our boys today against Chelsea Heights. Play with Pride, kick with passion and roar with no fear! Deck Turkington will play his 100th game for the Club – great day out Beenas.

Thank you to all our sponsors throughout our fantastic season;

Woodards Carnegie, Bendigo Bank Murrumbeena, Lions Op Shop Murrumbeena, Total Waste Solutions, The Rosstown Hotel, Murrumbeena Newsagency, Bowen Automotive.

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CHELSEA HEIGHTSThese notes are brought to you by our Gold Sponsors – Thomas Thomas Plastering and Combined Waste Services –

Welcome to the “Grand Finale”, the “Big Show” or whatever you like to call it. I call it the “Devils Playground.” The game we all strive for. For coaches, players, support staff, committee and supporters, this is the ultimate and the excitement can be felt around the “Demons Lair, “here at Beazley Reserve. This match is at Power Road in Doveton and we take on Murrumbeena, a team that inflicted one of our rare defeats on us, during the home and away season. Grand Finals bring out the best in everyone and we need to play at our best and be on our toes to enable us to bring the silver-ware home.

Thanks - As this is our last game for Season 2017 we need to thank the many people who have helped us during the year. Firstly to all our long suffering

volunteers, we would not have got this far without your support and hard work. To the players and coaching staff, who have done the job, on-field, to have got us this far, we say well done and well played. To our loyal supporters, thanks for riding all the highs and lows with us. Finally and very importantly, to our dedicated and committed sponsors, who are listed below, your support has enabled us to reach this stage.

Sponsors - Thomas Thomas Plastering, Combined Waste Services, Doolans Heavy Haulage, The Craft & Co-Farm, Area Specialists, 2 Moons Financial Solutions, Bendigo Bank – Aspendale Gardens, Harry Magee & Co, BJS Insurance Group, Ocean Herbs and Vegs, Peak Digital, Matho’s Maintenance, Pumkin Outdoor Blinds, Mordialloc Optical, Square Peg Finger Food, Right Choice Conveyancing, Domino’s-Patterson Lakes, A & B Towing, Sanur Beach Villas – Bali, Longbeach Osteopathy, MYNT Installations-Paul O’Toole, Balance Massage Services, Slugcrete, Mack Gates, Smiths Render, Eclipse Fire Solutions, My Pharmacy - Chelsea Heights,

Pinkcross Broodstock, STR Truck Bodies and Trailers, United Petroleum, Mark Dreyfus – QC MP.

Whatever the result, the rooms will be open after the match. More than likely, the rooms may not close for the next couple of days.

Presentation Day - Don’t forget the Presentation Day is scheduled for Friday 29 August, commencing at 5pm, at the Clubrooms.

Annual General Meeting – Reminder – Annual general meeting will be held at the Clubrooms, on Sunday 8 Octber 2017, commencing at 12.00noon. We encourage you to come on board and help your club head into Season 2018. Remember, “ many hands make light work.”

As the “Fires of Hades” fade and dim we say farewell until next year, where we say hello again, either in Division 1 or Division 2. We look forward to seeing you all again in Season 2018.

“The Devil’s Advocate.”

MORDIALLOCOnly one of our sides played this week, and they certainly gave us a great ride on a sunny Sunday morning. We played a highly-credentialed Dingley side that had won six more games over the season than we had, and we gave them one almighty fright before finally falling.

We started off kicking to the non-scoring end, and kept Dingley to two goals while kicking one of our own. Sadly we could only match our opponents with one goal each in the second quarter to go in to half time four points down in a low scoring arm wrestle. A couple of fifty metre penalties led to Dingley turning for home three goals to the good, but the boys responded to Gatty’s rallying call at three quarter time

and dominated the last term. We kicked a couple of goals but sadly the Dingley defence was a bit strong and we couldn’t kick the vital third. A final scoreline of 37-32 was testament to the tightness of the affair, and we finished with four individual goalkickers. Luke Ardrey’s leadership and Scott Pitura’s willingness for the battle stood out on the day, James Roberts probably had his best game for the club, Carey Neville was, well, Carey Neville, and Brad Lindsay and Michael Schofield were brilliant down back. This was the day, though, where there were no passengers and all that donned the red and white can be justifiably proud of themselves.

And so the seniors play the grand final on Sunday against an old foe for whom we have the utmost respect. We have had many amazing

battles with Dingley over the years, and there’s no doubt that this will be another beauty, so I urge all with the red and white faith to get out to Springvale on Sunday afternoon. We wish our players all the very best – we know that you will represent our great club with pride and distinction. Indeed we wish all players, coaches and officials on this last weekend of the season the very best of fortune for the day.

As committee and supporters of the Mordialloc football club, we thank all our coaches, players and assistants for the work they’ve put in this season. Hopefully on Sunday night we’ll be basking in glory, but we know that if both sides bring their best football, then the spectacle will truly be worthy of this grand occasion. Go well, and go Mordi!!!


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Bendigo Bank Wrap Up The Yarras came into their preliminary final full of confidence on the back of their impressive semi-final win against Cheltenham. Skye Bombers had split the wins, one a piece in their regular season contests, but on the expansive Springvale Reserve, the Yarras had a slight advantage with the bookmakers leading into the match.

There were a few changes to the Yarra’s team from the previous week, most notably the return of the Evans brothers. All three brothers had a big influence on the game, especially James Evans down back, who made the Skye forwards look very slow. Paddy Johnson continued his impressive finals form, as did Brock, however he struggled with his goal kicking accuracy.

This was about the only thing keeping Syke in the contest and at three quarter time the Yarras were 7 goals up. A few free kicks + 50 metre penalties in the last quarter evened up the contest marginally, however the Yarras had all the running and cruised to a 20 point victory.

They’ll now take on Cerberus in the club’s only Grand Final appearance since 2009! The match will be played at 9:45am on Saturday 23rd September at Power Reserve, Doveton.

The Yarras are now seeking expressions of interest for the Reserves and Thirds coaching positions for the 2018 season. If you would like to apply for either position, please email your interest to [email protected].

Presentation night is on 23rd Sept. 2017, start booking your seats! Details are on the Facebook page.

Special thank you to all of our sponsors including Brady Tiling, Hawthorn Hotel, Kingston Trophies, Rounds Real Estate, Simply Health, Q Dental, Hunter Industrials, Eleven Ten Advisory, Melbourne Periodantal, Safety-Wear, Avon Tyrepower, Yo Get It, Signs Here, Rainbow Meats, Helloworld, Flight Centre, Inner Eastern Physio, Coltivare Fruit Supply, McKenzie Allen Lawyers, Bendigo Bank (Surrey Hills/ Canterbury/ Ashburton/ Balwyn), The Swan Street Auctions, Merchant Electrical, Juventino Café Restaurant, RPJ Internet Solutions and all 250 Club, past player members, partners and all Player sponsors.


DIVISION 1 RESERVE

PLAYER CLUB TOTAL AVERAGE

Peter Rizzi Dingley 41 2.4Mitchell Ferguson East Malvern 29 2.1Peter Nelson Mordialloc 29 2.4Michael Laskey Bentleigh 27 1.5Shaun Cusack Cheltenham 27 3Cameron Roughead East Malvern 25 3.6Damon Grant Bentleigh 24 1.7Arlyn Hagiwara Port Melbourne Colts 23 2.3Adam Lloyd Dingley 21 1.9Colin Killeen Oakleigh District 21 1.75

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Calhan McQueen Dingley 71 4.2Stephen Muller St Pauls 66 3.9James Morris Mordialloc 55 3.1Nathan Henley East Malvern 46 2.9Paul Fermanis Oakleigh District 40 2.5Steve Tolongs Mordialloc 38 2.2Dean Millhouse East Malvern 34 2.3Benjamin Humphrey Mordialloc 32 1.8Daniel Farmer Dingley 32 1.8Simon Taylor East Malvern 32 2.1

DIVISION 2 RESERVE


Mathew Poore Skye 71 5.1John Hunter Caulfield 43 3.1Bradley Dyer Skye 31 4.4Christopher Long Highett 29 2.4Jacob Caisley Keysborough 26 1.7Sean Geaney Murrumbeena 22 1.7Michael Klonaridis Hampton 21 1.5Luke Wakeling Caulfield 20 2.5Chris Spencer Caulfield 19 1.05Declan Lee Chelsea Heights 19 2.7

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Philip Smith Chelsea Heights 60 4Chris Bryan Keysborough 55 3.1James Gough Mount Waverley 49 3.1Stephen Hawkins Skye 49 2.7Stefan Feehan Springvale Districts 42 2.6James Gascard Hampton 33 2.06Lachlan Morrey Springvale Districts 32 1.8Alex Mullucks Mount Waverley 32 1.9Timothy Werner Keysborough 32 1.8Alistair Bradley Murrumbeena 27 1.5

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Trevor Kumetaitis Lyndale 65 3.6Daniel Morrison Endeavour Hills 50 2.8Shane Peake Ashwood 46 2.7Kristian Bliesner Black Rock 45 3.2Russell Robertson Doveton Eagles 44 6.2Dale Carroll Ashwood 41 3.2Enayte Samadi Doveton Eagles 38 2.4Hamish Browning Lyndhurst 37 2.5Matt Neve Hallam 36 2.4Shane Thomas Hallam 35 3.5

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Jordan Waite Parkmore / Springvale Districts 50 2.8

Liam McCabe Oakleigh District 38 3.2

Anthony Malamas Cheltenham 37 2.3

Tom Davis Cheltenham 34 2.4

Jack Lewis-Smith Parkmore / Springvale Districts 33 2.4

Ryan Kreymborg St Pauls 32 2.2

Bunarith Kheng Hampton 28 1.8

Morvao Lega-Frost Parkmore / Springvale Districts 28 1.9

Matthew Vorbach Bentleigh 25 1.4

Nathan Dawson St Kilda City 25 2.5

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Mitchell Rossborough Ashwood 51 2.8James Morrey Ashwood 48 3.7David Watson Black Rock 35 2.5Carl Matheson South Yarra 33 2.2Chris Arnold Lyndhurst 31 1.9Clinton Sheedy Hallam 31 4.4Troy Lange South Yarra 30 1.8Daniel Armstrong Black Rock 28 2Kieran Smith Hallam 26 2.4Maxwell Croaker Doveton Eagles 26 2.4

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Clinton Jarrett Endeavour Hills 46 2.9Christopher McMenamin Skye 27 2.1Jesse Albrecht Cheltenham 26 3.7Tom Minton Skye 22 1.6Bradley Bell Cerberus 21 1.2

WOMEN’S


Alesha Neil Mordialloc 35 3.2Natalie Cardamone Mordialloc 35 2.9Alice Kovess Murrumbeena 20 1.7Lauren Luff Murrumbeena 18 1.5Emma Morison Murrumbeena 17 1.4

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