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)

Queenscliff v Anglesea

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of a potentially dangerous tackle by Dylan Blizzard #50 Anglesea on Brod Dawson #24 Queenscliff in the 2^nd quarter of the Queenscliff v Anglesea Senior match on Saturday 28^th May 2022.

The MRP deemed that the tackle applied wasn’t reportable and no charge was laid.

Werribee Centrals v Bannockburn

• At the request of Werribee Centrals FNC, the MRP viewed vision of potential rough conduct by #23 Bannockburn on #32 Werribee Centrals. The MRP deemed the bump was fair and a legitimate shepherd in the circumstances. No charge was laid.

Grovedale v Newtown & Chilwell

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of a potentially dangerous tackle by Michael Condy #10 Newtown & Chilwell on Jack Tute #21 Grovedale in the 3^rd quarter of the Grovedale v Newtown & Chilwell Senior match on Saturday 28^th May 2022.

The MRP deemed that the tackle applied wasn’t reportable, but the free kick paid was appropriate and no charge was laid.

South Barwon v St Albans

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of 3 separate melees that occurred during the 3^rd quarter of the South Barwon v St Albans senior match. No reportable offences were noted and the Melees were not deemed sufficient for any penalties to be applied in this instance.

East Geelong v Geelong West Giants

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of a potentially dangerous tackle by #43 Joseph Bangura GWG on Jacob Ozolins #16 East Geelong during the 4^th quarter of the East Geelong v Geelong West Giants senior match on Saturday 28^th May 2022. The MRP deemed the tackle was dangerous and reported Joseph Bangura for rough conduct on Jacob Ozolins. A 2 match set penalty has been offered.

Anakie v Bell Post Hill

• At the request of the officiating umpires, the MRP viewed vision of a melee in the fourth quarter of the Anakie v Bell Post Hill Senior match on Saturday 28^th May 2022.

It was determined that prior to the melee an incident occurred whereby William Ford #17 Bell Post Hill struck Billy Goodwin #13 Anakie high with his elbow/forearm in a matter which constituted striking.

William Ford has been reported for Intentionally striking Billy Goodwin and has been offered a 2 match Set Penalty in this instance.

• No action was taken regarding the 3 separate melees that were viewed, but both clubs are strongly advised to refrain from future involvement in these to avoid potential sanctions being applied.

Reports

Anakie v Bell Post Hill

• The MRP viewed the incident where Luke Daffy #14 Bell Post Hill was reported for intentionally striking Josh Warrington #34 Bell Post Hill and found there was insufficient evidence from the vision for them to amend the charge as reported on the day.

South Barwon v St Albans

• The MRP viewed the incident where Jackson Carrick #73 South Barwon was reported for rough conduct on Ashton Percy #24 St Albans and found there was insufficient evidence from the vision for them to amend the charge as reported on the day.

Where reports have been laid, both clubs involved have until 10.00am Tuesday 31^st May to request the matter be heard at Tribunal, or the Set Penalty will apply as offered.

AFL Barwon Chair Craig Keating informs all affiliated Leagues, Clubs and stakeholders that he has today accepted the resignation of AFL Barwon Region Manager Bruce Harwood, effective immediately.

Harwood cited personal family reasons for the decision to end his tenure in the position.
“It is with regret I tender my immediate resignation from the AFL Barwon Region Manager position.

This is due to personal family reasons. I want to thank AFL Barwon for the opportunity afforded me and wish them all the best for the remainder of the season.”

AFL Barwon Chair Craig Keating said: “On behalf of AFL Barwon and all of our stakeholders I would like to thank Bruce for his work as Region manager.

“The return to play after two severely impacted years during the Covid lockdowns has been very challenging for all of our team and their families. We wish Bruce and his family well in their future endeavours.”

The AFL Barwon Commission will meet in the coming days to consider the short-term management of AFL Barwon and to support our staff to allow them to continue to provide great service to our affiliates.

All enquiries should be directed to:

Craig Keating
0409 424 986

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)