The Leopold Football Club is committed to providing every junior player with the opportunity to take the field.  

To ensure we can comfortably field two U16 teams, we are seeking a few more players to round out our lists.

This is a great opportunity for players of all skill levels to get more game time and develop their skills in a supportive environment.

Training is already underway! Come down, meet the coaches, and see what the Lions are all about.

For more info, contact our Head of Talent Development Hamish Easton on 0448 100 554

St Mary’s v Leopold

• At the request of the officiating umpires the MRP viewed vision of a possible high contact and dangerous sling by Damian McMahon #16 St Mary’s on Nicholas Ash #24 Leopold in the 4^th quarter of the

St Mary’s v Leopold Senior match on Saturday 11^th June 2022.

No reportable offence was noted and no charge was laid.

Grovedale v Colac

• At the request of the officiating umpires the MRP viewed vision of an incident that left a Colac player injured and requiring trainer assistance in the 3^rd quarter of the Grovedale v Colac Senior match on Saturday 11^th June 2022.

The MRP deemed that the injury occurred as a result of an accidental clash of heads between two team mates in a marking contest.

No reportable offence was noted and no charge was laid.

No other incidents were captured on vision for the MRP to review.

St Albans v St Mary’s

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of an incident that occurred in the first quarter of the St Albans v St Mary’s Senior match on Saturday 25^th June 2022.

It was determined that the tackle laid by Kane Loftus # 38 St Mary’s on Oliver Boothey #43 St Albans was not reportable. No charge was laid in this instance.

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP also viewed vision of an incident that occurred in the fourth quarter of the St Albans v St Mary’s Senior match on Saturday 25^th June 2022.

It was determined that the tackle laid by Bailey Brogden #3 St Albans on Jack Blood #6 St Mary’s was a sling tackle which was deemed dangerous. Bailey Brogden was reported for Engaging in Rough Conduct.

A one week set penalty has been offered.

Geelong West Giants v Leopold

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of an incident that occurred in the first quarter of the Geelong West Giants v Leopold Senior match on Sunday 26^th June 2022.

It was determined that Luke Justin #20 Leopold chose to bump making high contact on Nicholas Wood #38 Geelong West Giants in a manner which constituted rough conduct.

A 2 match set penalty has been offered.

North Shore v Lara

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of a possible striking incident during the second quarter of the North Shore v Lara Senior match on Saturday 25^th June 2022.

The vision was inconclusive and no charge was laid.

Newcomb v Queenscliff

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of an alleged strike by Justin Maher #1 Queenscliff on Brenton Rees #38 Newcomb during the third quarter of the Newcomb v Queenscliff Senior match on Saturday 25^th June 2022. The vision did not show evidence of any strike occurring. No charge was laid.

Anglesea v Modewarre

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of a potential strike by Daniel Midolo #52  that occurred in the fourth quarter of the Anglesea v Modewarre Senior match on Saturday 25^th June 2022. The vision did not show evidence of any strike occurring. No charge was laid.

Inverleigh v Winchelsea

At the request of Winchelsea FNC, the MRP viewed vision of a bump applied by # 9 Inverleigh on #10 Winchelsea in the 3^rd quarter of the Inverleigh v Winchelsea match on Saturday 25^th June 2022. The bump was not deemed to be reportable. No charge was laid.

Where Set Penalties have been offered, both clubs involved have until 10.00am Tuesday 28^th June  to request the matter be heard at Tribunal, or the Set Penalty will apply as offered.

Vision Requests

Portarlington v Queenscliff

• At the request of the officiating umpires the MRP viewed vision of an incident in the second quarter of the Portarlington v Queenscliff Senior match on Saturday 14^th May 2022 of an alleged dangerous tackle by Will Foott #9 Portarlington against Justin Maher #1 Queenscliff.

It was determined that Will Foott be reported for engaging in rough conduct on Justin Maher with what was considered a dangerous tackle and have offered a 2 match Set Penalty in this instance.

• At the request of the officiating umpires the MRP were asked to review an incident that occurred in the third quarter, of a possible strike that may have occurred off the play. No incident was captured on vision.

South Barwon v Leopold

• At the request of the officiating umpires the MRP viewed vision of an incident in the fourth quarter of the South Barwon v Leopold Senior match on Saturday 14^th May 2022. After reviewing the incident, the MRP deemed that their was no reportable incident and the correct free kick was paid.

Geelong West Giants v St Josephs

• At the request of the Geelong West Giants the MRP viewed vision of a possible strike in an incident that occurred during the 2nd quarter of the Geelong West Giants v St Josephs Senior match on Saturday 14^th May 2022.

The MRP deemed that Riley Ferguson #31 St Josephs be reported for carelessly striking Angus Codd #24 Geelong West Giants and have offered a 1 match Penalty in this instance.

Inverleigh v East Geelong

• At the request of the officiating umpires the MRP viewed vision of an incident in the second quarter of the Inverleigh v East Geelong Senior match on Saturday 14^th May 2022. No incident was captured on vision.

Reports

Colac v St Albans

• MRP viewed vision of a report that occurred during the second quarter of the Senior match Colac v St Albans where Darcy Lang #25 Colac was reported for intentionally striking Brock McDonald # 32 St Albans. After reviewing vision, it was determined that a 1 match penalty was appropriate in this instance.

Werribee Centrals v Anakie

• MRP viewed vision of a report that occurred during the second quarter of the Senior match Werribee Centrals v Anakie where Cameron Keena #59 Werribee Centrals was reported for engaging in rough conduct on Hayden Leech #38 Anakie. It was determined that the 2 match set penalty as offered was appropriate.

• MRP viewed vision of a report that occurred during the third quarter of the Senior match Werribee Centrals v Anakie where Jordan Baumgartner #9 Anakie was reported for engaging in rough conduct on Kai Gomes-Pattiyago Werribee Centrals #17. It was determined that the 2 match set penalty as offered was appropriate.

Where a Set Penalty has been offered, both clubs involved have until 10.00am Tuesday 17^th May  to request the matter be heard at Tribunal, or the Set Penalty will apply as offered.

MEMO

AFL Barwon welcomes welcomes AFL Victoria’s March 16 announcement regarding changes to the Public Events Framework and ‘Tier 2’ events, which dictate crowd sizes at community sport.

In essence, the change means eligible Tier 2 events can take place without the Government approval process that was previously in place, if the newly introduced lower-risk threshold criteria under the Public Event Framework is met.

Per the changes:

Outdoor events and indoor (seated) events will be designated a lower risk Tier 2 Event if they meet the following two criteria:

• The event has fewer than 5,000 participants/spectators; and
• Attendance must not exceed 75 per cent capacity limit of the venue.

Indoor (unseated) events must meet the following additional criteria to be designated a lower risk Tier 2 Event:

• event does not feature behaviours that present a greater COVID risk (singing, dancing, chanting or consumption of alcohol and other drugs).

The new assessment process for Tier 2 public events will be effective immediately.

Acting AFL Barwon Region General Manager Georgia Hillman:

“We are delighted to see Victoria’s return to COVIDSafe settings has allowed the change to Tier 2 Public Events, we are all excited to see crowds back at the football and netball through the year.

“We continue to work alongside both AFL and Netball Victoria to ensure the safety of all members and participants remains the priority. We understand the challenges our clubs face in terms of providing COVID-safe settings during community sport, however these changes will ease a huge burden on all involved. AFL Barwon will continue to do all it can to ensure the safety of its members during return to play, and we cannot wait to say ‘Play On’ in season 2021.”

Head of AFL Victoria Brad Scott (full AFL Vic statement)

“With this latest development, community footy will be as close as possible to ‘back to normal’ when the season starts, which is really exciting.

“It will be great see big crowds at community football matches while kids will be high-fiving and can have parents, grandparents and family watching their junior footy games. These are all parts of community football that Victorians love, and it’s fantastic to have the season nearly here after the year we had.”

AFL Victoria are currently updated their protocols, and we will pass on any further updates when they come to hand.

To learn more about the Public Events Framework and to complete an online self-assessment to understand the likely status of your public event, please visit the Information for Event Organisers website.

The AFL Under 18 National Championships once again features many local talents looking to impress.

By Ben Andonoudis

Every year the AFL Under 18 National Championships provide a glimpse into the future of the game. The carnival provides a stage where young players can showcase their talents as they push towards an AFL or AFLW opportunity.

For the Barwon region, the championships have become another opportunity to showcase the immense talent coming through the local pathways.

This year is no different, with 12 local representatives selected across the boys and girls programs.

The opening games of the carnival has seen several Barwon region representatives perform well in their first hit-outs.

Leopold key forward Jett Elek provided an early look into his potential with a goal among his 12 disposals in Vic Country’s opening match against the Allies.

In the same game, St Joseph's' Noah Williams accumulated 13 disposals before a hamstring injury prematurely ended his day.

The opening girls match against the Allies featured a strong performance by St Mary’s utility Ava Bilyk as she kicked two goals among her 20 disposals to be one of the best players on the ground.

Williams and Meyah Fursland are both St Joseph’s juniors who will be looking to make the transition into the AFL at the end of the year.

Williams’ reputation continued to grow when he was named best-on-ground in the Under 17 AFL futures match at the MCG, joining previous winners such as Daniel Curtin, Matt Rowell and Izak Rankine.

This year has seen Williams continue that trajectory through his performance in the AFL Under 18 academy team, where he was also named captain, and has been appointed co-captain of the Vic Country side.

Williams was also named the Academy's best in their clash with North Melbourne.

Fursland (who was also a talented junior netballer at Newtown & Chilwell) is also making her mark. The tall defender was picked in the Vic Country Under 17 futures match last year and has continued with her form this season with the Geelong Falcons and Geelong Grammar.

For St Joseph’s senior football director Chris Hickey, the club’s commitment to junior development stretches beyond producing AFL players.

“We try and develop all our kids as footballers and humans,” Hickey said.

That approach has seen the club produce AFL stars including former Premiership winners Matthew Scarlett and Nick Maxwell, right through to the current day with the likes of Sam Walsh and Tom Atkins.

This year, the club will be hoping to see Williams and Fursland do enough during the carnival to get selected come draft time. If they do, they could very well join several other talents from the region who may find themselves in the same situation.

The full list of players selected from our competitions can be found below: