AFL Barwon writer Wil Spence previews this weekend’s A Grade Netball matches in the Bellarine Football Netball League.

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Geelong Amateur vs Ocean Grove

Grand Final rematch to book one of two spots into the Grand Final.

Geelong Amateurs are fresh and raring to go as they embark on a tenth consecutive Grand Final appearance.

The Minor Premiers come in, full of confidence, currently on an eleven-game win streak.

One of those wins coming against the reigning premier.

The minor premier’s solitary loss of the season came from the Grubbers back in round seven.

With the ledger split between the two, expect tensions to flare in high pressure situations.

The Grubbers are looking to make it three consecutive premierships after coming short in 2022.

Previous Outings
RD 7 Geelong Amateur 35 v Ocean Grove 51
RD 17 Geelong Amateur 48 v Ocean Grove 46

Match Details
Date: Saturday 30th August
Location: Portarlington Recreation Reserve
Time 2:30pm

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Coverage
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Queenscliff vs Torquay

The season is on the line for both clubs, with a preliminary final at stake.

Queenscliff will be looking to respond after a disappointing final quarter cost themselves a chance to defeat the reigning premier.

The Coutas will bring plenty of confidence from that performance and match-up well against Torquay, having won their two home-and-away encounters, most recently in Round 17.

The Tigers took care of business against Newcomb as they look to make their first grand final appearance since 2019.

Torquay’s last month has them well prepared, having played all finals sides prior to this weekend.

Both sides have a wealth of finals experience, this time last year, both clubs played each other in a semi-final with Torquay coming out on top.

Previous Outings
RD8 Queenscliff 60 v Torquay 50
RD17 Queenscliff 52 v Torquay 43

Match Details
Date: Sunday 31^st August
Location: Portarlington Recreation Reserve
Time 2:30pm

Tickets available here

Coverage
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As we head into the final round of the GFNL Senior Football home and away competition, AFL Barwon writer Wil Spence provides an insight into the different scenarios facing the teams in contention to secure a finals berth.

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1. Newtown & Chilwell (14-3, 217.19%)

Opponent: St Mary’s

• ✅ Win → Finish 1st (Minor Premiers) and get the week one bye.
• ❌ Lose, but St Joseph’s also lose → Still Minor Premiers.
• ❌ Lose, and St Joseph’s win → Drop to 2nd and face St Mary’s again in a Qualifying Final, most likely.

2. St Joseph's (14-3, 180.10%)

Opponent: Geelong West Giants

• ✅ Win, and Newtown lose → Finish 1st (Minor Premiers).
• ❌ Lose → Still finish top two and play in Qualifying Final next week.

3. St Mary's (12-5, 198.35%)

Opponent: Newtown & Chilwell

• ✅ Win → Finals spot confirmed.
• If Colac lose → St Mary’s play in Qualifying Final.
• If Colac win → Likely still a Qualifying Final vs Newtown, unless Colac can make up a 3.4% difference.
• ❌ Lose →
• If Colac, Bell Park AND South Barwon all lose → Still make Qualifying Final vs St Joseph’s.
• If any one of Colac, Bell Park or South Barwon lose → Likely finish 5th, play Elimination Final.
• If all three win → Miss finals completely.

4. Colac (12-5, 194.95%)

Opponent: Grovedale

• ✅ Win → Finals secured.
• If St Mary’s lose → Colac plays in Qualifying Final vs St Joseph’s.
• If St Mary’s win → Colac needs to make up 3.4% to jump into the top 3.
• ❌ Lose →
• If any of St Mary’s, Bell Park or South Barwon lose → Colac still makes finals.
• If all three win → Miss finals.

5. Bell Park (12-5, 184.89%)

Opponent: Leopold

• ✅ Win → Finals spot locked in, most likely play Elimination Final.
• If Colac and St Mary’s both lose → Bell Park can jump into the top 3 and play a Qualifying Final vs St Joseph’s.
• ❌ Lose →
• Needs any one of St Mary’s, Colac or South Barwon to lose to stay in finals.
• If St Mary’s, Colac and South Barwon win, miss finals.

6. South Barwon (11-5-1, 217.19%)

Opponent: St Albans

• ✅ Win →
• Needs one of St Mary’s, Colac, or Bell Park to lose to make the top five.
• If all three lose → Could jump to 3rd and play Qualifying Final vs St Joseph’s.
• ➖ Draw →
• Needs Bell Park to lose to sneak into 5th (currently lead them on % by 0.56).
• ❌ Lose → Miss finals.

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 30^th 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 30^th 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 30^th 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.

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South Barwon vs St Albans

McDonald Reserve, 1:40PM, Saturday 30^th 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 30^th 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

AFL Barwon writer Wil Spence previews this weekend’s Senior Football matches in the Bellarine Football Netball League.

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Torquay vs Queenscliff – Qualifying Final 1

Portarlington Recreation Reserve, 2:00PM, Saturday 23^rd August, 2025

The reigning premier has faced their challenges the past two weeks. However, the opportunity for a historic third consecutive premiership has fans expecting a major response.

The young, exciting Queenscliff outfit which has fast rose to prominence has had the wood over Torquay this season.

Winning both their encounters in close affairs, with their latest win coming against the reigning premiers.

Heath Jamieson has been involved in plenty of finals campaigns and you get the feeling the pressure for his young squad may be eased by his presence.

In round 17 when both sides faced each other, Dom Gleeson’s squad laid a season low 39 tackles, the Tigers ability to win the football was evident, totalling 417 disposals.

However, their inability to apply pressure on the ball-carrier for four quarters hurt their chances.

An experienced side like Torquay, come September, you expect a major response, particularly their hunt and pressure.

Skipper James Darke leads his squad averaging 6.6 tackles per game.

Queenscliff ranks elite for inside 50’s, averaging 54.0 per game. The Coutas scoring efficiency in games against Torquay this season was 48.5 percent, a number that won them many games this season.

If the Coutas can consume the pressure of the environment, their ability to score under pressure, inside 50 could be supported.

Jayden McHenry and Jonty Rush average 2.7 and 2.4 marks inside 50 per game.

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Drysdale vs Anglesea – Elimination Final

Portarlington Recreation Reserve, 2:00PM, Sunday 24^th August, 2025

Both sides split the bill in terms of head-to-head this season.

Just over a year ago both sides played each other, albeit in a qualifying final, expect plenty of feel in this encounter.

Drysdale come off a disappointing loss which was attributed to their slow start against Barwon Heads.

Anglesea come in under crazy circumstances with a draw saving performance which sees their season well and truly alive.

There’s plenty of optimism for the Hawks having won two out of their last three games.

The Hawks rank average for inside 50’s averaging 50 per game. Their forward 50 efficiency last weekend was not up to scratch for Ben Carmichael’s squad, going at 37 percent.

The Hawks have a plethora of finals experience; you’d expect a clean-up in this area under high pressure stakes.

Ben Fennell leads his side averaging 7.1 score involvements per game.

Anglesea’s tackling pressure has been a major component in their season resurgence, averaging 73.2 tackles over their last six games for Jordan Keras’s men.

In a high-pressure situation like an elimination final, can the Roos keep their hunt and pressure levels to a standard that could cause issues for Drysdale.

Harrison Ling leads his side averaging 7.0 tackles per game.

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