BFL

Anglesea vs Torquay

It was always going to be tough for Anglesea against Torquay. Across all four quarters of last weekend's match, you see a dominant team. Anglesea has had some spring in their step in recent weeks, but the Tigers are real contenders. The deficit this time was 77 points.

The Tigers will have another easy kill against Portarlington in their upcoming match. Anglesea will have another tough task this Saturday when they face Barwon Heads who are full of confidence at the moment.

Best

Anglesea: S. Umbers, S. Leeds, M. Connell, M. Simpson, K. Iversen-Smith, D. Blizzard

Torquay: J. Darke, M. Croxford, L. Findlay, S. Ham, J. Ireland, C. Currie

Goals

Anglesea: 2 R. Williams, L. Beers, J. Keras, S. Umbers

Torquay: 3 C. Currie, 3 T. Grace, 2 S. Ham, 2 P. McMahon, 2 C. Page, J. Darke, B. Henderson, J. Ireland, J. Dawson

Final Score

Anglesea: 5.6 (36)

Torquay: 16.17 (113)

Modewarre vs Barwon Heads

Modewarre got backhanded by the Seagulls last weekend. The Warriors seem to have dropped off in form in the past few rounds. From the start of the game till the final siren, they were never in the contest.

Modewarre will not have to leave their home-field advantage this weekend, but they will want to make a statement against Geelong Amateurs who seem to be in the same boat as the Warriors. Barwon Heads have proven they are better than most and currently deserve their third spot. The Seagulls will return home this Saturday, where Anglesea awaits.

Best

Modewarre: D. Beames, M. Fenton, Z. May, C. Farrell, J. Finch, P. Fitzgerald

Barwon Heads: R. Harvey, M. Phelps, B. Eddy, K. Polley, S. Baker, N. Aulsebrook

Goals

Modewarre: 2 C. Joseph, D. Beames, M. Overman

Barwon Heads: 3 B. Eddy, 2 N. Aulsebrook, 2 S. Baker, S. Lyle, M. Phelps

Final Score

Modewarre: 4.8 (32)

Barwon Heads: 9.14 (68)

Newcomb vs Geelong Amateur

The Ammos may have got the win, but Power definitely gave them a fright. The drop off in the third term by Newcomb, allowed Geelong Amateur to go into the final term with a healthy lead. Power fought hard but couldn’t claim the four points.

Geelong Amateur are getting harder to predict with each passing round. This next match against Modewarre will show us where they’re at. As for Newcomb, a much better effort than what has been seen in previous performances. They will want to keep that form going into their next match against Ocean Grove. 

Best

Newcomb: C. Ogle, M. Walson, B. Ritchie, L. Carmichael, S. Scolaro, J. Walker

Geelong Amateur: B. Barnett, S. Alesios, J. Scarlett, K. Bucovaz, G. Hardiman, D. Lovick

Goals

Newcomb: 4 A. Steele, 2 J. Duke, J. Dumont, C. Ogle, B. Ritchie, J. Walker

Geelong Amateur: 4 M. Hungerford, 2 B. Barnett, K. Bucovaz, S. Bucovaz, E. Farley, S. Hosking, L. Reilly, J. Scarlett 

Final Score

Newcomb: 10.9 (69)

Geelong Amateur: 12.12 (84)

Ocean Grove vs Queenscliff

The Grubbers gained the early advantage with the Coutas trailing at every quarter. A dominant third term saw Ocean Grove hold on until the final siren despite a hungry Queenscliff.

Finally, Ocean Grove gets some reward for all their efforts. They were flat in Round 9 but were keen to make amends last Saturday. The Grubbers will be hungry to keep their edge against Newcomb while Queenscliff will have quite the task when they come up against Drysdale.  

Best

Ocean Grove: J. Paterson, T. Chalkley, J. McHenry, D. Moroney, C. Pickett, J. Lange

Queenscliff: Z. Henderson, Alex Davie, S. Bowtell, A. Hogan, D. Gibbs

Goals

Ocean Grove: 3 J. Paterson, 2 F. Long, 2 J. McHenry, E. Dayman, J. Horton

Queenscliff: 2 J. Rush, B. Dawson, D. Gibbs, J. Hedley, I. McCabe

Final Score

Ocean Grove: 9.10 (64)

Queenscliff: 6.15 (51)

Drysdale vs Portarlington

The Demons are still trapped at the bottom without any hope in sight. Not that anybody expected much considering they had to play against a team that hasn’t been defeated all season. At least they kept the deficit below 200 points this time.

Portarlington’s horror run will continue with Torquay as their next stop. As for the mighty Hawks, they don’t need to go anywhere this weekend, Queenscliff will come to them.

Best

Drysdale: T. Ruggles, M. Hebbard, M. Mcguire, J. Breust, M. Pigott, J. Garth

Portarlington: J. Cummins, S. Wiffen, S. Walton, R. Salvador, J. Rose, F. Goedemoed

Goals

Drysdale: 9 M. Hebbard, 6 J. Garth, 4 J. Breust, 3 M. Clark, 2 J. Hargreaves, L. Dalgleish, N. Egan, B. Fennell, S. Fleming, M. Mcguire, B. Sykes

Portarlington: M. Farrell, L. Hart

Final Score

Drysdale: 30.24 (204)

Portarlington: 2.2(14)

Barwon Heads vs Torquay

A fight back in the second term saw Barwon Heads take the lead, from there, the real test began. Torquay struck back with five unanswered majors in the third quarter. From there, the Tigers moved on to a convincing 30-point victory.

The Seagulls are still that step below the elite talent. They will get their chance again in their next match against Drysdale. But they will need to produce a four-quarter effort if they are to down the ladder leaders. Torquay will face Ocean Grove as the Tigers return to their den.

Best

Barwon Heads: K. Maher, N. Avery, M. Philp, M. Beckwith, K. Treweek, O. Wiltshire

Torquay: M. Hurley, B. Henderson, S. Caruso, M. Croxford, B. Raidme, B. McNamara

Goals

Barwon Heads: 3 S. Baker, 3 N. Brown, C. Hurst, S. Lyle, N. McGregor-Dawson

Torquay: 3 T. Grace, 2 C. Currie, 2 T. Diamond, 2 W. Doyle, S. Caruso, J. Darke, J. Dawson, S. Ham, B. Raidme

Final Score

Barwon Heads: 9.12 (66)

Torquay: 14.12 (96)

Geelong Amateur vs Drysdale

Another supreme victory by Drysdale. Mat Hebbard was outstanding last Saturday with an eight-goal performance.  You can’t give the Hawks an inch, they must be matched in every term. Despite their undefeated streak, they have shown that they can be shaken.

The last time Drysdale met Barwon Heads in the first round, the Seagulls lost by very little. Perhaps this weekend may serve as a challenge for the mighty Hawks. As for Geelong Amateur, they will want a big win against Portarlington, they are just hanging onto their current fifth spot.   

Best

Geelong Amateur: S. Darley, J. Jans, C. Lewis, L. Devine, J. Edwards, J. Lee

Drysdale: C. Lynch, M. Hebbard, N. Egan, J. Breust, M. Mcguire, J. Jenkins

Goals

Geelong Amateur: 2 B. Barnett, 2 M. Hungerford, 2 J. Lee, S. Darley, J. Jans, C. Jarrad, C. Lewis

Drysdale: 8 M. Hebbard, 3 J. Breust, 3 B. Sykes, 2 B. Henderson, F. Chisholm, N. Egan, M. Mcguire, B. Ryan

Final Score

Geelong Amateur: 10.10 (70)

Drysdale: 20.13 (133)

Newcomb vs Portarlington

The Power has been good in recent weeks. Put wins and losses aside, you can see when a team is competing despite their circumstances. The win was well deserved, Andrew Steel finishing with five majors with Jack Duke just behind him with four.

Newcomb face an intriguing match-up this weekend when they meet the Coutas. The Power will play on home soil, but Queenscliff will want to bounce back after a poor defeat from Modewarre. The Demons will face Geelong Amateur.

Best

Newcomb: M. Walson, M. Andrews, B. Ritchie, K. Bourke, B. Rees, T. Courtney

Portarlington: W. Foott, I. Holroyd, M. Farrell, S. Walton, T. Benham, R. Salvador

Goals

Newcomb: 5 A. Steele, 4 J. Duke, B. Gebert, R. Hollins, S. Mullahy, B. Rees, E. Taylor, M. Walson, Portarlington: N. Cini, H. Vella

Final Score

Newcomb: 15.26 (116)

Portarlington: 2.2 (14)

Ocean Grove vs Anglesea

Ocean Grove will be bitter on that defeat. They came out strong and played solid football for three quarters, but not four. The Kangas just hopped over the line with the help of Ben Jaska finishing his day with a bag.

Anglesea will return home this weekend when they face Modewarre who are coming off a solid win. Ocean Grove will find it tough to beat Torquay on their home ground.

Best

Ocean Grove: T. Chalkley, J. Horton, R. Hobbs, M. Taylor, M. Sutton, T. Ruck

Anglesea: L. Beers, B. Jaska, R. Williams, M. Mauderer, J. Moverley, T. Leeds

Goals

Ocean Grove: 3 M. Taylor, 2 K. Annand, 2 E. Dayman, T. Chalkley, H. Cunningham, H. Dolley, N. Down, F. Long, D. Moroney, J. Paterson, H. Pearce, M. Sutton

Anglesea: 5 B. Jaska, 2 L. Beers, 2 D. Elliott, 2 T. Leeds, 2 N. Rivalland, 2 R. Williams, L. Holland, M. Mauderer

Final Score

Ocean Grove: 16.8 (104)

Anglesea: 17.8 (110)

Queenscliff vs Modewarre

After the Barwon Heads loss, Modewarre has been on a role lately. Seven goals to Tom Hornsey, the man proved to be unstoppable. Connor Joseph was no slouch either with six majors for his tally.

The Coutas seem to be a little off in recent weeks, they desperately need the win against Newcomb at PlasterCom Oval but Power seem to be ready to fight.  The Warriors will take on Anglesea, and you could imagine Modewarre will want to put the foot down early.

Best

Queenscliff: C. Whitley, L. Kidd, C. Durran, A. Hogan, D. Gibbs, I. McCabe

Modewarre: T. Hornsey, C. Joseph, J. Finch, O. Butler, J. Beardsell, T. Anderson

Goals

Queenscliff: 3 T. Dickinson, 2 C. Whitley, C. Durran, J. Hedley, J. McIvor-Clark, O. Courtney, J. Rush

Modewarre: 7 T. Hornsey, 6 C. Joseph, 2 J. Finch, C. Farrell, B. Wemyss, T. Worpel

Final Score

Queenscliff: 10.14 (74)

Modewarre: 18.14 (22)

Anglesea vs Modewarre

Modewarre are starting to get competitive at the right time. They have been on a roll for the last few weeks with more than convincing victories, the latest Anglesea by 33 points.

After the bye, the Warriors will face a rejuvenated Newcomb, who are currently enjoying their football. Modewarre does not want to underestimate this wildcard. The Kangas will hop on to meet Geelong Amateur at Queens Park.

Best

Anglesea: J. Harrison, D. Midolo, M. Simpson, J. Moverley, R. Williams, S. Leeds

Modewarre: C. Farrell, M. Kasparian, O. Butler, J. Ollis, J. O'hanlon, L. Warburton

Goals

Anglesea: 3 R. Williams, 2 L. Holland, L. Beers, L. Cruickshank, J. Keras, M. Mauderer, J. Moverley

Modewarre: 3 T. Hornsey, 2 J. O'Hanlon, 2 J. Ollis, 2 T. Worpel, C. Farrell, M. Fenton, C. Joseph, J. Peck, B. Wemyss

Final Score

Anglesea: 10.9 (69)

Modewarre: 14.18 (102)

Drysdale vs Barwon Heads

It seems all that Barwon Heads managed to do in the first term was make Drysdale angry. After keeping the Hawks to one goal in the opening quarter, Drysdale would go on to kick nine majors in the second term. From there it was a typical Drysdale game.

Next Saturday, it’s the ‘big one’ before finals: Torquay vs Drysdale. The last time it was the Hawks with an emphatic victory over the Tigers, but another win could set up mental demons for the future. Definitely, one to watch. Barwon Heads returns to Howard Harmer Oval, Queenscliff will be their next match.

Best

Drysdale: N. Egan, M. Hebbard, B. Fennell, J. Preece, T. Nofi, J. Breust

Barwon Heads: O. Wiltshire, L. Mitchell, S. Lyle, D. Graham, M. Beckwith, M. Philp

Goals

Drysdale: 7 M. Hebbard, 3 N. Egan, 2 J. Breust, 2 J. Hargreaves, T. Bonner, B. Fennell, S. Fleming, B. Henderson

Barwon Heads: 2 M. Phelps, S. Baker, J. Barlow, B. Eddy, M. Philp

Final Score

Drysdale: 18.12 (120)

Barwon Heads: 6.8 (44)

Newcomb vs Queenscliff

This resurgence from Power has been relieving for Newcomb fans. It was not an easy win over Queenscliff who were in reach of stealing the win, but Power hung on. A superb effort by Jack Duke with four majors, he proved to be the difference up forward.

Newcomb looks to Modewarre next. The Power will have the home-ground advantage but the Warriors have been consistent in their wins for weeks. If they somehow topple Modewarre, finals will be within their reach. Queenscliff will want a better start to next week against Barwon Heads. Unfortunately, for the Coutas, the Seagulls have just suffered a big loss and they will be seeking redemption.

Best

Newcomb: R. Hollins, B. Cullinan, J. Duke, R. Jackman, M. Andrews, F. Anscombe

Queenscliff: B. Anwyl, Z. Henderson, C. Whitley, C. Durran, J. McIvor-Clark, I. McCabe

Goals

Newcomb: 4 J. Duke, 2 R. Hollins, 2 E. Taylor, B. Cullinan, C. Ogle, B. Ritchie, J. Walker

Queenscliff: 2 I. McCabe, A. Davie, B. Dawson, T. Dickinson, J. Hedley, L. Kidd, C. Whitley, D. Whitley

Final Score

Newcomb: 12.9 (81)

Queenscliff: 9.16 (70)

Portarlington vs Geelong Amateur

Geelong needed a big win and they delivered as expected. Kristian Bucovaz was the tip of the spear for the Ammos. A monstrous eight-goal haul, saw Bucovaz leave the field a happy man. As were the rest of his teammates.

The Ammos' next match is against Anglesea. They will want a repeat performance from last weekend as finals contenders are itching to get that fifth spot. Portarlington will face Ocean Grove

Best

Portarlington: L. Hart, T. Benham, M. Ruiter, J. Rose, N. Cini, J. Muscat

Geelong Amateur: S. Darley, K. Bucovaz, S. Bain, S. Alesios, J. Lee, T. Stephen

Goals

Portarlington: 2 L. Hart, B. Wells

Geelong Amateur: 8 K. Bucovaz, 3 S. Darley, 3 M. Hungerford, 2 B. Barnett, 2 D. McNeel, S. Bain, E. Farley, T. Stephen, M. Thacker

Final Score

Portarlington: 3.5 (23)

Geelong Amateur: 22.21 (153)

Torquay vs Ocean Grove

It was a powerful performance by Torquay. Sheldon Ham had seven majors with Ben Raidme right behind him with six. They were no doubt sending a message to Drysdale.

This upcoming match means everything. If the Tigers win, they kill those mental demons before finals time. If they lose, Drysdale maintains that image of invincibility. Ocean Grove will turn their attention to Portarlington.

Best

Torquay: S. Ham, B. Henderson, S. Caruso, B. Raidme, C. Currie, P. McMahon

Ocean Grove: F. Keck, T. Chalkley, E. Dayman, M. Sutton, H. Pearce, R. Hobbs

Goals

Torquay: 7 S. Ham, 6 B. Raidme, 3 C. Currie, 3 P. McMahon, 3 C. Page, 2 S. Caruso, 2 C. Heard, J. Ireland

Ocean Grove: N. Down, J. Paterson, J. Wilkie

Final Score

Torquay: 27.14 (176)

Ocean Grove: 3.6 (24)

Barwon Heads vs Queenscliff

With a win over Queenscliff, Barwon Heads has cemented their spot for Finals. As for the Coutas, they are still within reach of the fifth spot but are two and a half games behind.

The Coutas must defeat Geelong Amateur this weekend. Ammo will have the home-ground advantage, but they almost lost to Anglesea. For Barwon Heads, a win against Newcomb will go a long way in consolidating that double chance come August.

Best

Barwon Heads: O. Wiltshire, N. Brown, S. Baker, K. Maher, L. Mitchell, N. McGregor-Dawson

Queenscliff: C. Durran, Z. Henderson, S. Bowtell, J. McIvor-Clark, N. Maishman, M. Keane

Goals

Barwon Heads: 5 N. Brown, 2 M. Phelps, N. Aulsebrook, S. Baker, C. Brauer, B. Eddy, M. Herbison, S. Lyle, N. McGregor-Dawson, C. Walter, O. Wiltshire

Queenscliff: 2 J. McIvor-Clark, S. Bowtell, C. Durran, M. Keane

Final Score

Barwon Heads: 16.14 (110)

Queenscliff: 5.15 (45)

Geelong Amateur vs Anglesea

Very close or lucky, describes the Ammo win against Anglesea. A slow start by the Kangas proved to be their undoing. Just when you thought it would be a blowout, Anglesea came back to give Geelong Amateur a bit of a scare. 

Ammo will have another tough task against Queenscliff. Although the Coutas were flat last week, this game is no guarantee. Anglesea is also in calculations for the ‘Top 5’. A big win over Portarlington and they’ll be even more in the hunt than ever.

Best

Geelong Amateur: S. Darley, L. Devine, L. Cogan, B. Barnett, G. Hardiman, S. Hosking

Anglesea: E. Floyd, R. Williams, D. Midolo, L. Beers, A. Caldwell, M. Simpson

Goals

Geelong Amateur: 3 M. Hungerford, 3 L. Reilly, 2 B. Barnett, 2 S. Hosking, T. Stephen

Anglesea: 2 L. Beers, 2 D. Elliott, 2 J. Harrison, 2 D. Pettingill, B. Jaska, R. Williams

Final Score

Geelong Amateur: 11.11 (77)

Anglesea: 10.13 (73)

Newcomb vs Modewarre

The good patch of form by Newcomb came to an end at the hands of Modewarre. Power managed to keep pace in the first term, but that was ‘all she wrote’. The Warriors are just sharpening their steel now and getting ready for Finals.

Modewarre has Torquay this coming week. It’s the perfect opportunity to find out where the gap between the Warriors is and where Torquay are. For Newcomb, it’s all about pride when they face Barwon Heads. Only four rounds left, let’s see if Power can disappoint some clubs.

Best

Newcomb: B. Rees, J. Duke, R. Hollins, F. Anscombe, D. Huntley-Mitchell, K. Bourke

Modewarre: C. Farrell, D. Beames, J. Finch, D. Schilder, J. Ollis, Zack May

Goals

Newcomb: 3 A. Steele, 2 J. Duke, 2 J. Walker, D. Huntley-Mitchell,   

Modewarre: 4 C. Joseph, 3 C. Farrell, 3 T. Hornsey, J. Finch, Z. May, J. Ollis, T. Worpel

Final Score

Newcomb: 8.12 (60)

Modewarre: 14.11 (95)

Ocean Grove vs Portarlington

Nathan Jones ladies and gentlemen! The guest appearance had two goals to his name, but even with his added brilliance, the Grubbers proved to be too much for the Demons.

Ocean Grove has some heavy assignments coming up. Firstly, it’s Drysdale, followed by Modewarre, Barwon Heads, and then Geelong Amateur. Nobody expects them to win, but how they walk out this season matters. Portarlington has Anglesea.

Best

Ocean Grove: K. Annand, F.Keck, J. Paterson, J. McHenry, M. Taylor, C. Goodger

Portarlington: W. Foott, T. Cummins, M. Farrell, J. Cummins, S. Walton, S. Hogan

Goals

Ocean Grove: 7 K. Annand, 6 J. Paterson, 3 C. Goodger, N. Gibbon, F. Long, M. Sutton, M. Taylor

Portarlington: 2 N. Jones, 2 M. Spence, T. Benham, N. Cini, T. Cummins, W. Foott, B. Wells

Final Score

Ocean Grove: 20.14 (134)

Portarlington: 9.6 (60)

Torquay vs Drysdale

This was the match all BFL fans wanted to see. The previous encounter saw the Hawks show up the Tigers, but not this time. The Tigers opened up with rage and played four solid football quarters, leading to a convincing win over Drysdale. The Hawks were keeping in touch with the Tigers until the final act.

Torquay look set to have the week off come Finals. But they still have Modewarre to contend with this Saturday. Drysdale has an easier opponent in Ocean Grove. A big win to the Hawks could help their percentage.

Best

Torquay: M. Burns, C. Currie, B. Henderson, M. Hurley, W. Doyle, N. Mifsud

Drysdale: M. Mcguire, J. Breust, M. Hebbard, B. Fennell, S. Fleming, J. Rushton

Goals

Torquay: 4 N. Mifsud, 3 P. McMahon, 2 C. Heard, S. Caruso, C. Currie, W. Doyle, D. Gleeson, S. Ham, R. Holmes, N. O'Farrell, J. Darke, M. Burns, L. Findlay

Drysdale: 5 M. Hebbard, 2 B. Beardsell, 2 T. Ruggles, J. Breust, M. Clark, S. Fleming, M. Gunn, B. Henderson, J. Rushton, B. Sykes

Final Score

Torquay: 19.10 (124)

Drysdale: 16.5 (101)

Portarlington vs Torquay

It was a massacre at Portarlington Recreation Reserve last Friday as Torquay destroyed the Demons by 198 points. The Tigers now sit comfortably at the top of the ladder with a 400% boost.

Small midfielder James Darke was one of the standouts for Torquay, ending the game with four goals. Equally as impressive was Thomas Burke’s tally of four majors. Callum Currie, Reef and Clay Page were just behind them with three goals apiece.

The Demons were outplayed in every way. Their only major came from Shane Wiffen in the final term. This upcoming Anzac Day, Portarlington will host Drysdale. The Demons will need to be at their best if the Demons are a chance to take it up to the Hawks. Torquay will face Anglesea who are yet to win a game.

Goals

Portarlington: S.Wiffen

Torque: 4 J. Darke, 4 T. Burke, 3 C. Currie, 3 C. Page, 3 R. Page, 2 S. Ham, 2 B. Henderson, 2 W. Tamassy, 2 T. Yensch, 2 S. Caruso, M. Croxford, N. Mifsud, J. Heathcote

Final Score

Portarlington: 1.2 (8)

Torquay: 30.26 (206)

Geelong Amateur vs Modewarre

At Queens Park Reserve, Geelong was up in the first term. However, it was Modewarre who came storming home to win by 45 points.

For the Warriors, it was Jeremy Ollis and Matty McKim who led the charge through the midfield. The solid work rate of the pair had their forward line going frantic after a quiet first term. Tom Hornsey finished the day with three majors, complimenting him were Aaron Black, Connor Joseph, and Thomas Worpel with two goals each.

Spiro Alesios and Sam Darley had solid performances for Geelong, as did Jack Scarlett who was a rock in defence. Lachlan Devine provided a good target up forward but only finished with one major for the game.

Modewarre‘s next stop is Howard Harmer Oval where they will meet Barwon Heads. The Warriors are still undefeated, but the Seagulls should provide a challenge after crushing Anglesea with ease. As for Geelong, they will have to face another tough opponent at home when they meet Newcomb.

Goals

Geelong Amateur: K. Bucovaz, S. Bucovaz, L. Crichton, L. Devine, L. Reilly

Modewarre Seniors: 3 T. Hornsey, 2 A. Black, 2 C. Joseph, 2 T. Worpel, T. Bartlett, C. Farrell, M. Kasparian, B. Wemyss

Final Score

Geelong Amateur: 6.12 (48)

Modewarre Seniors: 13.15 (93)

Barwon Heads vs Anglesea

With their first win of the season, Barwon Heads destroyed Anglesea last Saturday with a 63-point victory.

Sammy Baker was the hero of the day. Baker finished the game with three majors and was named best on ground. Mitchell Phelps also had a day out, four goals from his boot helped bury the Kangaroos. Noah McGregor-Dawson, Ryan Harvey, Kyle Polley, and Oliver Wiltshire, were also named among the best for the Seagulls.

Dylan Pettingill was the difference for Anglesea. Pettingill snagged three majors with Jordan Keras not far behind him with two. Although Anglesea was keeping pace in the first term, they fell away quickly in the second and could not recover.

Anglesea battles the top of the table Tigers next week while Barwon Heads will test themselves against Modewarre.

Goals

Barwon Heads: 4 M. Phelps, 3 S. Baker, 2 M. Hardiman, 2 R. Harvey, 2 C. McKinnon, 2 L. Wilson, B. Close, C. Hurst, N. McGregor-Dawson, L. Vella, O. Wiltshire

Anglesea: 3 D. Pettingill, 2 J. Keras, O. Balderas, L. Beers, D. Elliott, R. Williams          

Final Score

Barwon Heads: 20.9 (129)

Anglesea:  9.12 (66)

Drysdale vs Queenscliff

Without a doubt the match of the round. At halftime, the Coutas took the lead by five goals. But the Hawks managed to claw their way back into the contest and steal the win by one point.

It was Billy Beardsell who kicked the sealer from a tremendous snap with only seconds left, it was his second major of the day. Despite hamstring issues, Tom Ruggles powered through kicking a bag of five majors. Nicholas Egan battled hard through the midfield as did Ben Ryan.

For Queenscliff, Caleb Whitley was strong up forward. Whitley finished the match with three goals, with Sol Bowtell, Brod Dawson, and Jake Hedley finishing with two goals apiece. The defensive efforts from Queenscliff in the last term were outstanding. The Hawks just snuck through.

The Coutas will be very angry from this defeat. They will look to make a statement when they take on Ocean Grove this Saturday. Drysdale, on the other hand, continues their undefeated season and will meet Portarlington on Anzac Day.

Goals

Queenscliff: 3 C. Whitley, 2 Sol Bowtell, 2 B. Dawson, 2 J. Hedley, N. Fenby, D. Gibbs, J. Rush

Drysdale: 5 T. Ruggles, 3 M. Hebbard, 2 B. Beardsell, F. Chisholm, J. Hargreaves

Final Score

Queenscliff: 12.9 (81)

Drysdale: 12.10 (82)

Ocean Grove vs Newcomb

The last game of the round finished off Easter in spectacular form with a helicopter ride and another tight contest. Ocean Grove had their chances late in the fourth quarter but couldn’t convert. In the end, Newcomb was the winner by only three points.

Will Farrow and Bray Cullinan were engine room for Power’s midfield. They played the game out until the very end. Richie Hollins led well out from the forward line, but it was tall timber Andrew Steel with two goals including the sealer in the final term. Nathan McDonald was the pillar in defence for Newcomb.

Ocean Grove’s forwards fought hard and although they weren’t accurate in front of goal, the pressure brought by Josh Horton, Harley Pearce, and Tom Chalkley was immense. Their backline was also well served by Kye Annand and Mitch Taylor. Taylor seems to have more time than most players to make a decision with the ball.

Ocean Grove will have to work on their accuracy in front of goal when they take on Queenscliff. The Coutas will be no easy feat after losing to the Hawks by one point. Newcomb will have to travel to Geelong next Saturday and meet the Ammos on their home turf.

Goals

Ocean Grove: 2 J. McDonald, 2 D. Moroney, K. Annand, T. Chalkley, J. Paterson, H. Pearce, T. Ruck

Newcomb:  2 C. Eagle, 2 A. Steele, M. Andrews, F. Anscombe, N. Brown, B. Cullinan, B. Rees, B. Ritchie

Final Score

Ocean Grove: 9.13 (67)

Newcomb: 10.10 (70)

Anglesea vs Newcomb

A persistent fight paid off for Anglesea last Saturday as the Roos' defeated Newcomb by 14 points. Ryan Williams was the tip of the spear for Anglesea, who finished his day with five majors.

The win has pushed Anglesea further from the bottom, but can they cause an upset against teams of a higher class? The question will be answered this Saturday when they face the Coutas. For Newcomb, their losing streak is looking to be increased with Drysdale as their next opponent.

Best

Anglesea: R. Williams, B. Jaska, J. Moverley, E. Floyd, N. Collins, S. Umbers

Newcomb: P. McGinley, A. Steele, B. Rees, J. Scott, W. Farrow, J. Dumont

Goals

Anglesea: 5 R. Williams, 2 D. Elliott, 2 J. Harrison, A. Caldwell, N. Collins, S. Umbers

Newcomb: 7 A. Steele, 2 J. Duke, O. Marshall, S. Mullahy

Final Score

Anglesea: 12.13 (85)

Newcomb: 11.5 (71)

Barwon Heads vs Portarlington

I don't believe I have ever seen a deficit this big in football. A 240 point smashing from Barwon Heads has kept the Demons in hell. Portarlington still remains at the bottom of the ladder with no wins or encouraging signs.

Barwon Heads will travel to Ocean Grove this weekend. Barwon will want to put Ocean Grove away early considering their persistent nature. Portarlington will return home and the Warriors will be waiting for them.

Best

Barwon Heads: C. Hurst, O. Wiltshire, L. Mitchell, S. Baker, B. Eddy, C. Walter

Portarlington: I. Holroyd, K. Goedemoed, S. Wiffen, J. Rose, M. Spence

Goals

Barwon Heads: 10 C. Hurst, 6 S. Baker, 5 B. Eddy, 3 S. Lyle, 3 L. Potiriadis, 2 N. Aulsebrook, 2 C. Walter, 2 J. Wills, 2 O. Wiltshire, C. McKinnon, L. Mitchell, J. Pike, L. Vella, A. Walsgott

Portarlington: T. Benham, K. Goedemoed, B. Wells

Final Score

Barwon Heads: 40.24 (264)

Portarlington: 3.6 (24)

Drysdale vs Modewarre

Drysdale keeps bridging the gap with their opposition term by term. Modewarre started well, but the Hawks have this ability to play harder for longer. The final result was Drysdale winners by 19 points.

As we pass the halfway point of the BFL 2022 season next week, Drysdale will look to make a statement against Newcomb. The Warriors on the other hand will be at ease with Portarlington as their next stop.

Best

Drysdale: M. Pigott, M. Mcguire, B. Fennell, M. Gunn, F. Chisholm, James Breust

Modewarre: Tom Hornsey, Lachlan Warburton, Callan Farrell, Morgan Fenton, Oliver Butler, Joshua Finch

Goals

Drysdale: 4 M. Gunn, 3 B. Fennell, 2 J. Breust, 2 M. Hebbard, 2 M. Mcguire, 2 M. Scott, F. Chisholm, M. Clark, T. Ruggles

Modewarre: 7 T. Hornsey, 4 A. Black, 3 C. Joseph, C. Farrell, T. Worpel

Final Score

Drysdale: 18.14 (122)

Modewarre: 16.7 (103)

Geelong Amateur vs Ocean Grove

After an extremely slow start by Ocean Grove, it was an uphill battle to catch Geelong. Ocean Grove managed to get within reach of taking the lead in the third term, but the Ammos were too good in the fourth. The Ammos walked away 19 point victors.

Ocean Grove will be set a task this week against Barwon Heads, but at least the match will be on home soil. The Ammos move on to take a real test in Torquay who have a habit of steamrolling their opposition.

Best

Geelong Amateur: D. McNeel, J. Williams, J. Jans, G. Hardiman, L. Devine, B. Barnett

Ocean Grove: J. Paterson, J. Horton, J. Kneebone, M. Taylor, K. Annand, H. Pearce

Goals

Geelong Amateur: 2 E. Farley, B. Barnett, K. Bucovaz, S. Bucovaz, L. Crichton, G. Hardiman, D. McNeel, L. Reilly, H. Scott

Ocean Grove: 3 J. Paterson, K. Annand, E. Dayman, H. Pearce, J. Rawlings, A. Todorov

Final Score

Geelong Amateur: 10.15 (75)

Ocean Grove: 8.8 (56)

Torquay vs Queenscliff

The Tigers went fishing last Saturday, and for four quarters, they were eating Coutas. Queenscliff was overwhelmed from the start of the first siren. Torquay easily took home the four points after crushing the Coutas by 82 points.

Torquay has been nothing short of perfect since their defeat by Drysdale. Geelong Ammos have put themselves up as a contender for the flag this year, the Tigers will want to silence their claims this weekend. As for the Coutas, they may find a challenge with Anglesea this weekend.

Best

Torquay: B. Raidme, B. Henderson, B. McNamara, J. Heathcote, J. Darke, C. Loftus

Queenscliff: I. McCabe, L. Kidd, Z. Henderson, A. Davie, D. Gibbs, J. Hedley

Goals

Torquay: 6 B. Raidme, 4 W. Doyle, 4 C. Heard, 3 J. Darke, 2 C. Currie, D. Gleeson, N. Mifsud, J. Ireland

Queenscliff: 2 J. McIvor-Clark, B. Anwyl, W. Baker, S. Bowtell, A. Davie, B. Dawson, T. Dickinson, J. Hedley            

Final Score

Torquay: 22.14 (146)

Queenscliff: 9.10 (64)

Ocean Grove vs Barwon Heads

Ocean Grove was abysmal last weekend. They normally come into each game with a fighting attitude but Barwon Heads made minced meat of them.

The Seagulls have been one of the top sides all year, but there still seems to be a gap between Barwon Heads and the top two titans on the ladder.

They will meet Modewarre for the second time this season on Saturday. Ocean Grove will need to go back to basics as they look to Queenscliff as their next opposition.

Best

Ocean Grove: J. Horton, J. Paterson, F. Keck, G. Campbell, T. Chalkley, D. Moroney

Barwon Heads: B. Eddy, K. Polley, A. Walsgott, K. Maher, M. Phelps, M. Beckwith

Goals

Ocean Grove: 4 J. Paterson, 2 J. Horton, J. McHenry

Barwon Heads: 3 S. Baker, 3 M. Phelps, 2 B. Eddy, J. Barlow, N. McGregor-Dawson, A. Walsgott, O. Wiltshire, C. Walter

Final Score

Ocean Grove: 7.8 (50)

Barwon Heads: 13.9 (87)

Portarlington vs Modewarre

It seems the new average for defeating Portarlington, is well over 200 points. Modewarre came in and steamrolled their opponents by 218 points.

The Warriors have used Portarlington as a training drill, but it's on to more serious competition this weekend. Barwon Heads is a game ahead, but the Warriors will be keen to knock them back to an even playing field. The Demons have a David vs Goliath scenario when they meet Drysdale. 

Best

Portarlington: K. Goedemoed, T. Benham, M. Ruiter, J. Muscat, B. Wells, S. Wiffen

Modewarre: C. Joseph, T. Hornsey, M. McKim, Callan Farrell, Damon Hemphill, Joshua Finch

Goals

Portarlington: 2 J. Muscat, J. Benjamin, B. Wells

Modewarre: 10 C. Joseph, 7 A. Black, 7 T. Hornsey, 6 T. Worpel, 4 P. Fitzgerald, 2 C. Farrell, M. McKim, B. Wemyss

Final Score

Portarlington: 4.4 (28)

Modewarre: 38.14 (246)

Queenscliff vs Anglesea

The unstoppable force met the immovable object last Saturday. The Coutas came out guns blazing, but Anglesea did not go away. They fought tooth and nail to get back into the contest, and the result was a draw.

Queenscliff would love to replay that game. Unfortunately, time goes on, and Ocean Grove is their next stop. The Roos have some spring in their step lately, but they will need to pull out every trick in the book to beat Torquay.

Best

Queenscliff: Z. Henderson, T. Dickinson, J. Durran, T. Limb, A. Davie

Anglesea: J. Moverley, J. Harrison, R. Williams, T. Leeds, E. Floyd, B. Jaska

Goals

Queenscliff: 7 J. Durran, 3 T. Dickinson, 2 L. Kidd, T. Limb, J. McIvor-Clark, C. Whitley

Anglesea: 4 J. Harrison, 3 R. Williams, L. Beers, A. Caldwell, L. Cruickshank, D. Elliott, E. Floyd, B. Jaska, M. Simpson, S. Umbers

Final Score

Queenscliff: 15.10 (100)

Anglesea: 15.10 (100)

Torquay vs Geelong Amateur

Geelong Amateurs had a test in Torquay last Saturday, and like so many others, they failed to impress the Tigers. An 81 point beat down, was the result.

One could easily see this Tigers rampage going on until Round 14 when they meet Drysdale. For now, Anglesea is their next target. The Ammos will look to bounce back against Newcomb.

Best

Torquay: C. Currie, B. Henderson, L. Findlay, M. Croxford, J. Darke, S. Ham

Geelong Amateur: B. Barnett, G. Hardiman, S. Darley, C. Lewis, K. Bucovaz, L. Cogan

Goals

Torquay: 4 P. McMahon, 4 B. Raidme, 3 C. Currie, 3 C. Heard, 2 J. Darke, 2 S. Ham, 2 J. Ireland, T. Grace, J. Dawson

Geelong Amateur: 4 K. Bucovaz, 2 L. Reilly, L. Crichton, S. Darley, S. Hosking, J. Jans

Final Score

Torquay: 22.14 (146)

Geelong Amateur: 10.5 (65)

Newcomb vs Drysdale

The Hawks are still undefeated and still causing opposition coaches headaches. Although Drysdale started off slow in the first term, they unleashed a barrage of goals for the rest of the game.

Drysdale could not have a bigger advantage this upcoming weekend. They face Portarlington at Drysdale where the best meets the worst. Newcomb will match up against the Ammos, but Power will have the home ground advantage. 

Best

Newcomb: M. Walson, F. Anscombe, P. McGinley, B. Rees, S. Scolaro, R. Jackman

Drysdale: F. Chisholm, J. Jenkins, B. Fennell, L. Dalgleish, B. Sykes, M. Mcguire

Goals

Newcomb: J. Duke, O. Marshall

Drysdale: 3 M. Gunn, 3 J. Hargreaves, 3 M. Hebbard, 3 B. Sykes, 2 J. Breust, B. Fennell, M. Mcguire

Final Score

Newcomb: 2.6 (18)

Drysdale: 16.17 (113)

Barwon Heads vs Modewarre Seniors

It was a dominant display from Barwon Heads as Modewarre didn’t even come close to Barwon. The final result was a 50-point smashing by Barwon led by Nathan Brown with six goals to his name. The Warriors will need to regroup next week when they face Newbcomb at Mount Moriac Reserve. For Barwon Heads, their next challenger is Queenscliff.

Best

Barwon Heads: M. Dyer, K. Polley, R. Harvey, N. Aulsebrook, S. Lyle, J. Mclauchlan

Modewarre: N. Matthews, D. Beames, J. Finch, O. Butler, M. Fenton, M. Kasparian

Goals

Barwon Heads: 6 N. Brown, 3 B. Harvey, 2 L. Wilson, S. Baker, S. Lyle, N. McGregor-Dawson, M. Phelps

Modewarre: 2 T. Hornsey, A. Black, C. Joseph, M. Overman, M. Harper

Final Score

Barwon Heads: 15.14 (104)

Modewarre: 7.12 (54)

Geelong vs Newcomb

Geelong is starting to regain their momentum after smashing Newcomb by 66 points. Newcomb had no answers for Harry Kershaw who kicked six majors in a dominant display. Anglesea is the next stop for Geelong while Newcomb will want a better effort when they meet Modewarre.

Best

Geelong: T. Stephen, H. Kershaw, J. Scarlett, L. Devine, S. Darley, D. McNeel

Newcomb: J. Scott, R. Jackman, E. Taylor, J. Duke, F. Anscombe, B. Berry

Goals

Geelong: 6 H. Kershaw, 3 B. Barnett, 3 T. Stephen, 2 E. Farley, K. Bucovaz, S. Bucovaz, S. Darley, L. Devine, J. Edwards, S. Hosking, D. McNeel, L. Reilly

Newcomb: 4 J. Duke, 2 A. Steele, 2 E. Taylor, B. Berry, B. Ritchie

Final Score

Geelong: 22.8 (140)

Newcomb: 10.14 (74)

Queenscliff vs Ocean Grove

Another strong effort from Ocean Grove, saw them slip away again just finding victory out of reach. In the end, it was Queenscliff that snatched the win by 13 points. Ocean Grove has been pushing their opponents lately, perhaps it will be the next match against Portarlington that finally gives them the win they need. Queenscliff will have an even greater challenge on their hands at home when they face Barwon Heads.

Best

Queenscliff: N. Maishman, N. Fenby, D. Whitley, J. Rush, L. Cohen, A. Hogan

Ocean Grove: M. Taylor, J. McHenry, J. Paterson, C. Snookes, K. Annand, J. McDonald

Goals

Queenscliff: 2 N. Maishman, 2 J. Rush, S. Bowtell, B. Dawson, L. Kidd, J. McIvor-Clark, A. Naylor, C. Turner, C. Whitley, D. Whitley

Ocean Grove: 3 J. McHenry, 3 J. Paterson, J. Brew, J. Horton, J. McDonald

Final Score

Queenscliff: 12.7 (79)

Ocean Grove: 9.12 (66)

Torquay vs Anglesea

The Tigers continue to maul through the competition, this time, their prey was the Kangaroos who were completely destroyed by 132 points. Callum Currie and Lucas Anderson ran rampart kicking over a big of six majors each. Torquay is yet to find a true challenge, but with Drysdale undefeated they yet find one in the Hawks. Anglesea will have to their focus to Geelong when they return home next Saturday.

Best

Torquay: C. Currie, N. Mifsud, W. Tamassy, Sh. Ham, L. Anderson, S. Caruso

Anglesea: A Caldwell, S. Umbers, R. Williams, K. Iversen-Smith, B. Jaska, J. Keras

Goals

Torquay: 6 L. Anderson, 6 C. Currie, 3 T. Grace, 2 J. Darke, 2 B. Henderson, 2 N. Mifsud, 2 B. Raidme, 2 H. Darke, W. Doyle, W. Tamassy, T. Yensch, S. Caruso

Anglesea: 2 B. Jaska, 2 J. Keras, O. Balderas, J. Elliott, J. Harrison, M. Mauderer, D. Pettingill

Final Score

Torquay: 29.18 (192)

Anglesea: 9.6 (60)

Portarlington vs Drysdale

It was another day of hell for the Demons, while the Hawks are flying high. 127 points was the deficit as Portarlington take another pounding. Drysdale is up and about, but the celebrations will have to be cut short. Torquay is the only thing standing between them, and the top of the ladder. This is the real test come next Saturday.

Best

Portarlington: M. Ruiter, T. Benham, J. Cummins, S. Walton, S. Wiffen, J. Woodhams

Drysdale: B. Beardsell, J. Watson, L. Dalgleish, M. Hebbard, B. Fennell, J. Breust

Goals

Portarlington: 2 J. Woodhams, J. Benjamin, L. Hart

Drysdale: 7 M. Hebbard, 6 B. Beardsell, 4 J. Breust, 2 J. Hargreaves, F. Chisholm, M. Clark, N. Egan, B. Ryan

Final Score

Portarlington: 4.4 (28)

Drysdale: 22.23 (155)

In-line with the recent announcement of the AFL’s updated 2024 Concussion Protocols, AFL Barwon has announced updated Football & Netball Concussion Protocols.

The most significant announcement detailed within the 2024 AFL Concussion Protocols was:

• All Australian rules football competitions at all ages (i.e. adult/open competitions and all junior competitions outside AFL/AFLW), will adopt a mandatory minimum 21-day return to play protocol. This new protocol will apply for State Football competitions (including the VFL and VFLW), elite pathway competitions (including the Coates Talent League for boys and girls) and all community football competitions; and
• Under the new community guidelines, the earliest that a player can return to play after a concussion is on the 21^st day after the day on which the concussion was sustained and provided that the player has safely progressed through each phase of the return-to-play program. 

In-line with this announcement, AFL Barwon has adopted:

1. The 2024 AFL Concussion Protocols for all AFL Barwon and affiliated Australian rules football competitions at all ages; and
2. Has also adopted this policy for all AFL Barwon and affiliated Netball competitions at all ages.

This adoption extends to practice matches, interleague and other games of any kind, of Australian Rules Football and Netball, in all forms.

In-line with AFL Barwon’s 2024-2026 Strategic Plan, to be community sport leaders in the safe and sustainable delivery of Football and Netball, we will continue work regionally on further resourcing and support for all affiliated Clubs, competitions and Leagues.

Clubs, stakeholders and community members alike are encouraged to contact AFL Barwon if they require further detail or clarification on these guidelines.

1 JULY 2022

AFL Barwon is excited to announce the venues that will play host to the upcoming Finals, for the conclusion of the 2022 GFNL & BFNL seasons.

AFL Barwon takes this opportunity to thank all stakeholders involved in this complex and significant process. Region Manager Edward Wilson shared that “we’ve been humbled by the wealth of interest and enthusiasm from clubs, in exploring the opportunity to host finals. This signifies how hotly anticipated this Finals Series is, after two uncompleted seasons due to impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic”.

2022 DOW BELLARINE FOOTBALL NETBALL LEAGUE (BFNL) PREMIERSHIP SEASON FINALS SERIES

2022 GEELONG FOOTBALL NETBALL LEAGUE (GFNL) PREMIERSHIP SEASON FINALS SERIES

* Due to fixtures and competitions across Football/Netball and other sports, for both national and international events within the Barwon region potentially clashing with these dates, the finalisation of venue/s for these dates is still ongoing.

OTHER CRITICAL FINALS INFORMATION

1. CDFNL Grand Final will take place on Saturday 10^th September 2022 at Central Reserve, Colac;
2. GDFL Grand Final is on Saturday 10^th September 2022, at St. Albans. The push-back of the GFNL Finals Series by one week, ensures that GDFL & GFNL leagues don’t share the same Grand Final date;
3. To enable the push back in the GFNL finals series, the implementation of a bye/split round is under way for the weekend of Saturday 20^th August 2022. Clubs will communicate and coordinate with their opposing club to ensure certain games can be scheduled as a ‘Round 19’ fixture. This will ensure no club/team has two weeks off in a row, leading into the Finals Series.

AFL Barwon is looking forward to the competitive, exciting and memorable Finals Series across all four leagues and thanks all community members, for their active participation and support of the 2022 seasons.

END

All enquiries should be directed to:

Edward Wilson

Region Manager

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Glenroy from the Essendon District Football League are seeking a practice match opponent to play in our region in 2021.

Glenroy are down in the region on Saturday, March 13 are are happy to face opponents from the GFL, BFL and GDFL.

If your club is interested, call Ross on 0411 223 543.

Anglesea v Newcomb

• At the request of Anglesea FNC the MRP viewed vision of a possible strike in an incident that occurred after the half time siren of the Anglesea v Newcomb Senior match on Saturday 21^st May 2022.

The MRP deemed that whilst it was unnecessary and had the potential to escalate, the action of #33 Newcomb on #50 Anglesea was not deemed reportable.

Torquay v Queenscliff

• At the request of Torquay FNC the MRP viewed vision of potential rough conduct by #8 Queenscliff and a potential striking incident by #1 Queenscliff on #49 Torquay that were alleged to have occurred during a melee at the end of the 2^nd Whilst the official vision did not show the incidents or the melee, unofficial vision provided by Torquay was viewed by the MRP. No striking offences were noted and the action of #8 Queenscliff was not deemed reportable by the MRP.
• Both clubs have been issued fines of $500 of which $250 will be suspended for the remainder of the 2022 season for their respective involvement in the melee.

Geelong West Giants v Bell Post Hill

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of a melee that occurred during the 2^nd quarter of the Geelong West Giants v Bell Post Hill senior match. No reportable offences were noted and the Melee was not deemed sufficient for any penalties to be applied in this instance.

St Albans v North Shore

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of a melee that occurred during the 1^st quarter of the St Albans v North Shore senior match. No reportable offences were noted and the Melee was not deemed sufficient for any penalties to be applied in this instance.

Newtown & Chilwell v South Barwon

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of an incident in the second quarter of the Newtown & Chilwell v South Barwon Senior match on Saturday 21^st May 2022 involving Lachlan Bond #15 Newtown & Chilwell and Todd Smith #28 South Barwon.

It was determined that Lachlan Bond be reported for striking Todd White and have offered a 2 match Set Penalty in this instance.

Inverleigh v Thomson

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of an incident that occurred during the 3^rd quarter of the Senior match Inverleigh v Thomson involving #24 Inverleigh and #43 Thomson. The incident was not deemed reportable. No charge laid.

• At the request of Inverleigh FNC, the MRP viewed vision of an incident that occurred during the 3^rd quarter of the Senior match Inverleigh v Thomson involving #7 Thomson Daniel Freeman and  #8 Inverleigh Lachlan Buyel. The MRP have reported Daniel Freeman for Rough Conduct through a dangerous tackle. A 2 match set penalty has been offered.

Bannockburn v North Geelong

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of an incident in the fourth quarter of the Bannockburn v North Geelong Senior match on Saturday 21^st May 2022 involving Brett Harding #19 Bannockburn and Dylan Fisher #18 North Geelong.

It was determined that Brett Harding be reported for carelessly striking Dylan Fisher and have offered a 1 match Set Penalty in this instance.

Geelong Amateur v Ocean Grove

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of 3 separate melees that occurred during and at the end of the 3^rd The vision as viewed by the MRP indicated a large number of players from both sides involved, which was unnecessarily prolonged through further actions from both sides.

Both clubs have been issued fines of $1250 of which $750 will be suspended for the remainder of the 2022 season for their respective involvement in the melee.

Where reports have been laid, both clubs involved have until 10.00am Tuesday 24^th May  to request the matter be heard at Tribunal, or the Set Penalty will apply as offered.

Reports

St Mary’s v St Joseph’s

• The MRP viewed vision of a report that was laid by the officiating umpire against #16 St Joseph’s Joel O’Dwyer for Carelessly Striking #22 St Mary’s Darcy Chirgwin. They deemed that the vision reflected the action was not reportable by nature and in consultation with the umpire, the charge has been withdrawn.

Torquay v Queenscliff

• The MRP viewed vision of a report that was laid by the officiating umpires against #15 Queenscliff Lachlan Cohen for Rough Conduct on #25 Torquay Chase Loftus. They deemed that the vision reflected the action was not reportable by nature and in consultation with the umpires, the charge has been withdrawn.

Geelong West Giants v Bell Post Hill

• The MRP viewed vision of a report that was laid by the officiating umpire against #16 Bell Post Hill Dylan Witney for Carelessly Striking #1 Geelong West Giants Blake Dye. They deemed that the vision reflected the action was not reportable by nature and in consultation with the umpire, the charge has been withdrawn.

More than 150 grassroots football and netball clubs across Victoria will share in more than $1 million as a reward for helping prevent death and serious injury on our roads.  

Successful clubs will receive up to $10,000 from the Transport Accident Commission’s (TAC) Club Rewards Program aimed at rewarding clubs that have promoted road safety throughout the season.  

The rewards are a welcome boost to grassroots football following the second season in a row severely impacted by the COVID pandemic, which has meant clubs have had fewer opportunities than normal to raise funds.  

The program is part of the TAC’s 30-year partnership with AFL Victoria and provides a platform to speak directly to Victorians travelling hundreds of kilometres on the state’s roads every year for training and games. 

Brad Scott, Head of AFL Victoria, thanked TAC for its commitment to community football.  

“TAC has been an incredible supporter of community football in Victoria over many years and the Club Rewards Program is yet another major show of support. 

“Clubs, participants and volunteers will benefit tremendously, with the financial boost made all-the-more important given the challenges so many clubs and communities have faced in the past 18 months.” 

Minister for Roads and Road Safety, Ben Carroll echoed this sentiment, acknowledging the challenges and the loss of key fundraising events. 

“This program is an opportunity to support clubs and reward them for their dedication to promoting road safety and keeping their members and the community safe on our roads.” Carroll said.  

Clubs will use the money initiatives including safety improvements; launching a women’s team; updating equipment and facilities; upskilling members, coaches and providing medical training; and providing information sessions on topics such as mental health. 

AFL Victoria-affiliated clubs from across the state were able to apply for the program by showing their support to road safety throughout the season, including taking part in the TAC’s Band Together campaign.

Successful clubs from AFL Barwon 

11 clubs from AFL Barwon are among the TAC Club Rewards Program recipients. These clubs are: 

• North Shore Football Club
• Corio Community Sports Club 
• Geelong West Giants 
• East Geelong Football and Netball Club
• Leopold Football and Netball Club 
• St Mary’s Sporting Club 
• South Colac Sports Club 
• Colac Football and Netball Club 
• Armstrong Creek Football and Netball Club 
• Drysdale Football and Netball Club 
• Torquay Football and Netball Club