GFNL Netball Preview | Round 18
AFL Barwon writer Wil Spence previews this weekend’s A Grade Netball matches in the Geelong Football Netball League.
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Bell Park vs Leopold
Hamlyn Park, 1:40PM, Saturday 30th August, 2025
With finals out of the equation for both sides, finishing the season off on a high note would bring a smile towards supporters.
Leopold fresh off a bye, should be well rested as they look to finish sixth on the ladder.
Bell Park has found a nice purple patch of form winning their past two games.
Last time both sides played each other, back in round ten, the Lions finished on top.
Grovedale vs Colac
Burdoo Reserve, 1:40PM, Saturday 30th August, 2025
The winner of this game finishes ninth on the ladder, with both sides facing their challenges this season.
Colac’s second half of the season has shown a vast improvement, as they look ahead to season 2025.
Grovedale will be looking to break a three-game losing streak.
Both sides played in round eleven, with Colac finishing as victors.
Newtown & Chilwell vs St Mary’s
Elderslie Reserve, 1:40PM, Saturday 30th August, 2025
An important game for both sides ahead of September netball.
Newtown must win this weekend to secure the minor premiership, a loss to St Mary’s and a win by St Joseph’s would see St Joeys secure the minor premiership.
Newtown are currently on a nine-game winning streak looking to add a tenth,
Both sides played back in round two, seeing Newtown come out on top by 30 goals.
Tune into AFL Barwon TV from 1.40pm on Saturday to watch live coverage of this big clash!
South Barwon vs St Albans
McDonald Reserve, 1:40PM, Saturday 30th August, 2025
The winless St Albans face an uphill challenge against a quality South Barwon outfit.
A win for the Swans will secure a qualifying final, while a loss would still most likely guarantee a top three position.
The Swans are currently on a two-game win streak as they look to go deep into September.
St Joseph’s vs Geelong West Giants
Herne Hill Reserve, 1:40PM, Saturday 30th August, 2025
Plenty to still play out as the final seedings rely heavily on this game.
A win for St Joseph’s, and an upset loss to Newtown would see St Joeys secure the minor premiership.
A loss would secure a qualifying final against South Barwon most likely.
For the Giants, realistically they find themselves in an elimination final against St Mary’s.
The chances for other results to fall their way is quite slim.
As both sides look ahead to finals, momentum could be an important piece of success, with the spark started this weekend.
Bye: Lara
