East Point FNC

East Point

Player Stats - Teams:
- Stat Name - Profile: 1%ers,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Howard, Stat Value - Profile: 31, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.88
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Lucas, Stat Value - Profile: 31, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 4.43
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Fraser, Stat Value - Profile: 31, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.88
  Player Name - Teams: Thomas Brown, Stat Value - Profile: 20, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.33
  Player Name - Teams: Sam McDonald, Stat Value - Profile: 17, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.13
  Player Name - Teams: Cooper Glenwright- Mcguane, Stat Value - Profile: 15, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.88
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 14, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.75
  Player Name - Teams: Brodie Willems, Stat Value - Profile: 14, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.75
- Stat Name - Profile: Behinds,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Sam McDonald, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.75
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 4, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.5
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 10, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.67
  Player Name - Teams: Jack Jeffrey, Stat Value - Profile: 4, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.5
  Player Name - Teams: Jesse Cairns, Stat Value - Profile: 4, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.8
  Player Name - Teams: Fraser Kelly, Stat Value - Profile: 3, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 3, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.5
  Player Name - Teams: Jacob Brown, Stat Value - Profile: 3, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.75
- Stat Name - Profile: Clearances,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Thomas Brown, Stat Value - Profile: 15, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.5
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 52, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 6.5
  Player Name - Teams: Brodie Willems, Stat Value - Profile: 21, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.63
  Player Name - Teams: Jesse Cairns, Stat Value - Profile: 18, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.6
  Player Name - Teams: Fraser Kelly, Stat Value - Profile: 11, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.67
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 19, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.17
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 75, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 10.71
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Dodd, Stat Value - Profile: 30, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 5
  Player Name - Teams: Kepler Jones , Stat Value - Profile: 11, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.2
  Player Name - Teams: William Stevens, Stat Value - Profile: 11, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.2
- Stat Name - Profile: Contested Marks,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Lucas, Stat Value - Profile: 4, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.57
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Fraser, Stat Value - Profile: 5, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.63
  Player Name - Teams: Cooper Glenwright- Mcguane, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.75
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 9, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.5
  Player Name - Teams: Jack Jeffrey, Stat Value - Profile: 9, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.13
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 4, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.57
- Stat Name - Profile: Contested Possessions,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Sam McDonald, Stat Value - Profile: 58, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 7.25
  Player Name - Teams: Cooper Glenwright- Mcguane, Stat Value - Profile: 37, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 4.63
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 96, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 12
  Player Name - Teams: Brodie Willems, Stat Value - Profile: 47, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 5.88
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 55, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 9.17
  Player Name - Teams: Jack Jeffrey, Stat Value - Profile: 50, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 6.25
  Player Name - Teams: Jesse Cairns, Stat Value - Profile: 38, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 7.6
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 50, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 8.33
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 112, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 16
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Dodd, Stat Value - Profile: 62, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 10.33
- Stat Name - Profile: Disposals,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Howard, Stat Value - Profile: 126, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 15.75
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Lucas, Stat Value - Profile: 92, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 13.14
  Player Name - Teams: Sam McDonald, Stat Value - Profile: 108, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 13.5
  Player Name - Teams: Cooper Glenwright- Mcguane, Stat Value - Profile: 98, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 12.25
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 152, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 19
  Player Name - Teams: Brodie Willems, Stat Value - Profile: 112, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 14
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 92, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 15.33
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 155, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 25.83
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 160, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 22.86
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Dodd, Stat Value - Profile: 107, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 17.83
- Stat Name - Profile: Frees Against,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Howard, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.75
  Player Name - Teams: Thomas Brown, Stat Value - Profile: 9, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.5
  Player Name - Teams: Brodie Willems, Stat Value - Profile: 13, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.63
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 11, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.83
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 16, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.29
  Player Name - Teams: Luca Geue, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1
- Stat Name - Profile: Frees For,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Lucas, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.86
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 9, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.13
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 12, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2
  Player Name - Teams: Jesse Cairns, Stat Value - Profile: 10, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 13, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.86
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Dodd, Stat Value - Profile: 9, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.5
  Player Name - Teams: William Stevens, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.2
  Player Name - Teams: Geordy Slater, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.5
- Stat Name - Profile: Goals,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Sam McDonald, Stat Value - Profile: 7, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.88
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.75
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 15, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.5
  Player Name - Teams: Jack Jeffrey, Stat Value - Profile: 13, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.63
  Player Name - Teams: Jacob Brown, Stat Value - Profile: 8, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2
  Player Name - Teams: Geordy Slater, Stat Value - Profile: 3, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.75
- Stat Name - Profile: Handballs,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Thomas Brown, Stat Value - Profile: 27, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 4.5
  Player Name - Teams: Sam McDonald, Stat Value - Profile: 46, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 5.75
  Player Name - Teams: Cooper Glenwright- Mcguane, Stat Value - Profile: 30, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.75
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 49, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 6.13
  Player Name - Teams: Brodie Willems, Stat Value - Profile: 48, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 6
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 23, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.83
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 43, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 7.17
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 62, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 8.86
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Dodd, Stat Value - Profile: 44, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 7.33
  Player Name - Teams: Albie Cheeseman, Stat Value - Profile: 23, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 5.75
- Stat Name - Profile: Hitouts,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Howard, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.75
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Fraser, Stat Value - Profile: 40, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 5
  Player Name - Teams: Thomas Brown, Stat Value - Profile: 175, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 29.17
  Player Name - Teams: Cooper Glenwright- Mcguane, Stat Value - Profile: 4, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.5
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 20, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.33
  Player Name - Teams: William Stevens, Stat Value - Profile: 88, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 17.6
  Player Name - Teams: East Point 9, Stat Value - Profile: 8, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 8
- Stat Name - Profile: Inside 50s,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Thomas Brown, Stat Value - Profile: 20, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.33
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 26, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.25
  Player Name - Teams: Brodie Willems, Stat Value - Profile: 19, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.38
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 18, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3
  Player Name - Teams: Jack Jeffrey, Stat Value - Profile: 18, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.25
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 21, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.5
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 32, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 4.57
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Dodd, Stat Value - Profile: 17, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.83
  Player Name - Teams: Kepler Jones , Stat Value - Profile: 15, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3
  Player Name - Teams: William Stevens, Stat Value - Profile: 14, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.8
- Stat Name - Profile: Intercept Marks,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Howard, Stat Value - Profile: 23, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.88
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Lucas, Stat Value - Profile: 13, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.86
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Fraser, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.75
  Player Name - Teams: Cooper Glenwright- Mcguane, Stat Value - Profile: 10, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.25
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.75
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 5, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.83
  Player Name - Teams: Luca Geue, Stat Value - Profile: 6, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Cue, Stat Value - Profile: 9, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.8
- Stat Name - Profile: Kicks,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Howard, Stat Value - Profile: 106, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 13.25
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Lucas, Stat Value - Profile: 85, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 12.14
  Player Name - Teams: Cooper Glenwright- Mcguane, Stat Value - Profile: 68, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 8.5
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 103, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 12.88
  Player Name - Teams: Brodie Willems, Stat Value - Profile: 64, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 8
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 69, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 11.5
  Player Name - Teams: Jack Jeffrey, Stat Value - Profile: 63, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 7.88
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 112, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 18.67
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 98, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 14
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Dodd, Stat Value - Profile: 63, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 10.5
- Stat Name - Profile: Marks,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Howard, Stat Value - Profile: 54, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 6.75
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Lucas, Stat Value - Profile: 43, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 6.14
  Player Name - Teams: Cooper Glenwright- Mcguane, Stat Value - Profile: 36, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 4.5
  Player Name - Teams: Brodie Willems, Stat Value - Profile: 24, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 29, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 4.83
  Player Name - Teams: Jack Jeffrey, Stat Value - Profile: 21, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.63
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 36, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 6
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 21, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Cue, Stat Value - Profile: 21, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 4.2
  Player Name - Teams: Jesse Marshall, Stat Value - Profile: 30, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 4.29
- Stat Name - Profile: Marks Inside 50,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Sam McDonald, Stat Value - Profile: 4, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.5
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 13, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.17
  Player Name - Teams: Jack Jeffrey, Stat Value - Profile: 8, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 3, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.5
  Player Name - Teams: Jacob Brown, Stat Value - Profile: 5, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.25
  Player Name - Teams: East Point 9, Stat Value - Profile: 3, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3
  Player Name - Teams: Darcy Emonson, Stat Value - Profile: 3, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.6
  Player Name - Teams: Ray Glover, Stat Value - Profile: 3, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1
- Stat Name - Profile: Ranking Points,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Howard, Stat Value - Profile: 699, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 87.38
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Lucas, Stat Value - Profile: 559, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 79.86
  Player Name - Teams: Thomas Brown, Stat Value - Profile: 447, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 74.5
  Player Name - Teams: Sam McDonald, Stat Value - Profile: 473, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 59.13
  Player Name - Teams: Cooper Glenwright- Mcguane, Stat Value - Profile: 475, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 59.38
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 788, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 98.5
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 491, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 81.83
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 563, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 93.83
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 742, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 106
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Dodd, Stat Value - Profile: 487, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 81.17
- Stat Name - Profile: Rebound 50s,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Howard, Stat Value - Profile: 44, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 5.5
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Lucas, Stat Value - Profile: 26, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.71
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Fraser, Stat Value - Profile: 12, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.5
  Player Name - Teams: Cooper Glenwright- Mcguane, Stat Value - Profile: 15, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.88
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 16, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2
  Player Name - Teams: Brodie Willems, Stat Value - Profile: 10, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.25
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 43, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 7.17
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 8, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.14
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Cue, Stat Value - Profile: 25, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 5
  Player Name - Teams: Deng Lual, Stat Value - Profile: 9, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3
- Stat Name - Profile: Smothers,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Lucas, Stat Value - Profile: 2, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.29
  Player Name - Teams: Sam McDonald, Stat Value - Profile: 3, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.38
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 3, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.38
  Player Name - Teams: Jackson Merrett, Stat Value - Profile: 3, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.5
  Player Name - Teams: Jacob Brown, Stat Value - Profile: 2, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.5
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 4, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.57
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Dodd, Stat Value - Profile: 2, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.33
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Cue, Stat Value - Profile: 2, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.4
  Player Name - Teams: Brayden Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 2, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.67
  Player Name - Teams: Alex Molan, Stat Value - Profile: 2, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1
- Stat Name - Profile: Spoils,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Howard, Stat Value - Profile: 23, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.88
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Lucas, Stat Value - Profile: 18, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.57
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Fraser, Stat Value - Profile: 26, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.25
  Player Name - Teams: Thomas Brown, Stat Value - Profile: 5, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 0.83
  Player Name - Teams: Cooper Glenwright- Mcguane, Stat Value - Profile: 11, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.38
  Player Name - Teams: Luca Geue, Stat Value - Profile: 7, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1.17
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Cue, Stat Value - Profile: 5, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 1
  Player Name - Teams: Deng Lual, Stat Value - Profile: 7, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.33
- Stat Name - Profile: Tackles,
  Player Stats Array - Teams:
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Fraser, Stat Value - Profile: 18, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 2.25
  Player Name - Teams: Liam Canny, Stat Value - Profile: 42, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 5.25
  Player Name - Teams: Brodie Willems, Stat Value - Profile: 24, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3
  Player Name - Teams: Jarrod Joyce, Stat Value - Profile: 19, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.17
  Player Name - Teams: Jack Jeffrey, Stat Value - Profile: 26, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.25
  Player Name - Teams: Jesse Cairns, Stat Value - Profile: 33, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 6.6
  Player Name - Teams: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Stat Value - Profile: 25, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.57
  Player Name - Teams: Joe Dodd, Stat Value - Profile: 28, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 4.67
  Player Name - Teams: Kepler Jones , Stat Value - Profile: 21, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 4.2
  Player Name - Teams: Sam Cue, Stat Value - Profile: 19, Stat Avg Value - Profile: 3.8
Team Stats Avg - Teams:
- Stat Title - Teams: 1%ers, Team Value - Teams: 45.13, League Value - Teams: 41.64, Combined Value - Teams: 86.77
- Stat Title - Teams: Behinds, Team Value - Teams: 6.88, League Value - Teams: 9.05, Combined Value - Teams: 15.93
- Stat Title - Teams: Clearances, Team Value - Teams: 44, League Value - Teams: 39.57, Combined Value - Teams: 83.57
- Stat Title - Teams: Contested Marks, Team Value - Teams: 9.38, League Value - Teams: 12.21, Combined Value - Teams: 21.59
- Stat Title - Teams: Contested Possessions, Team Value - Teams: 135.25, League Value - Teams: 137.53, Combined Value - Teams: 272.78
- Stat Title - Teams: Disposals, Team Value - Teams: 280.5, League Value - Teams: 317.71, Combined Value - Teams: 598.21
- Stat Title - Teams: Frees Against, Team Value - Teams: 16.88, League Value - Teams: 16.64, Combined Value - Teams: 33.52
- Stat Title - Teams: Frees For, Team Value - Teams: 18.38, League Value - Teams: 17.26, Combined Value - Teams: 35.64
- Stat Title - Teams: Goals, Team Value - Teams: 9, League Value - Teams: 11.52, Combined Value - Teams: 20.52
- Stat Title - Teams: Handballs, Team Value - Teams: 87.63, League Value - Teams: 117.27, Combined Value - Teams: 204.9
- Stat Title - Teams: Hitouts, Team Value - Teams: 43.38, League Value - Teams: 46.95, Combined Value - Teams: 90.33
- Stat Title - Teams: Inside 50s, Team Value - Teams: 43.63, League Value - Teams: 47.56, Combined Value - Teams: 91.19
- Stat Title - Teams: Intercept Marks, Team Value - Teams: 14.5, League Value - Teams: 14.68, Combined Value - Teams: 29.18
- Stat Title - Teams: Kicks, Team Value - Teams: 192.88, League Value - Teams: 200.43, Combined Value - Teams: 393.31
- Stat Title - Teams: Marks, Team Value - Teams: 70.38, League Value - Teams: 80.98, Combined Value - Teams: 151.36
- Stat Title - Teams: Marks Inside 50, Team Value - Teams: 8.25, League Value - Teams: 13.51, Combined Value - Teams: 21.76
- Stat Title - Teams: Ranking Points, Team Value - Teams: 1378.63, League Value - Teams: 1530.94, Combined Value - Teams: 2909.57
- Stat Title - Teams: Rebound 50s, Team Value - Teams: 36.75, League Value - Teams: 35.4, Combined Value - Teams: 72.15
- Stat Title - Teams: Smothers, Team Value - Teams: 4.63, League Value - Teams: 4, Combined Value - Teams: 8.63
- Stat Title - Teams: Spoils, Team Value - Teams: 16.88, League Value - Teams: 16.43, Combined Value - Teams: 33.31
- Stat Title - Teams: Tackles, Team Value - Teams: 54.25, League Value - Teams: 58.73, Combined Value - Teams: 112.98
Ladder Position: 8
Ladder Points - Teams: 12
Ladder Percentage - Teams: 74.81
Ladder Won - Teams: 3
Ladder Lost - Teams: 5
Ladder Drawn - Teams: 0
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The Kangas led the comp in the last two seasons played, and while their draw for 2021 won’t be easy, East Point fans may yet get their ‘three-peat’. Scoop will keep serving up the pros and cons of the fixture for every BFNL club over the next few weeks.

East Point

Draw rating points: 105
2021 draw ranking: #8

Play TWICE:Sebastopol, Sunbury, Melton, North Ballarat, Ballarat, Redan

Travel EAST:FOUR times - Bacchus Marsh (Rd4), Melton (Rd5), Melton South (Rd9), Sunbury (Rd14)

EAST 'highway travel' record (2018 & 2019 home and away seasons):Played 7 Won 3 Lost 4 @43% win rate

PROS:Leave Ballarat just ONCE after round NINE - (Sunbury in Round 14)

CONS: Back-to-back highway travel with AWAY games against Bacchus Marsh in Round 4 and Melton in Round 5

- Play FOUR of 2019 Finalists TWICE: Sebastopol, Sunbury, Melton, Redan

Comment: The Kangas were the best team in the comp in 2018 and 2019. They will be hard to beat again after retaining nearly all of the 2018 and 2019 Premiership teams in a bid for an amazing 'three-peat'. Their draw will ask enough of them in 2021 and given their number one standing in the competition so it should.

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East Point 2023 Season Preview

With preseason preparations well under way and Round 1 fast approaching, Scoop goes one-on-one with all 11 senior coaches ahead of the 2023 McDonalds BFNL season.

CLUB: East Point

COACH: Jackson Merrett (1st Season)

2022 Home & Away Record: 5th (10-6, 110.33%)

Scoop: Jackson, congratulations on your coaching appointment at the Kangas for 2023. Where did the interest in the job start, I mean you're still quite young (29) to be a head coach?

Jackson Merrett: When I finished up at Essendon four years ago, I knew I wanted to coach if/when the right opportunity presented.

S: While losing Mickitja Rottumah-Onus and Jacob Brown is not ideal - on paper you're still right in the premiership hunt. But it's fair to say the group has been 'up' for a while, including two flags in 2018 and 2019, how are the motivation levels?

JM: I'm confident the group will thrive under a new structured game plan. The young players too will add pressure to the selection table as we look to add more leg speed. It’s exciting times ahead for the club.

S: The Johnston brothers are bona fide A-Graders in the comp. Having seen plenty of footy over your journey, what impresses you most about them?

JM: Their will to win and get the most out of themselves. They drive standards and lead by example.

S: Brad Whittaker missed just about all of 2022 with a freakish leg injury – how is his return tracking?

JM: Brad had a setback before Christmas but with a measured build up over the remaining pre-season we're confident he'll be right to Round 1.

S:The Kangas have been blessed with quality juniors for some time now - is this the year we can expect you to experiment with a few more or are you more likely to go with 'the proven' until form says otherwise?

JM: We're keen to continue developing our next generation. I think we had as many as 10 debutants last year from our Under 19s. And look out for the emerging crop up from our Under 17s also (played in Grand Final versus Redan last season) - they haven't missed a session. We're excited about the potential growth of our first and second-year players.

S: What are some of the identified strengths of the club?

JM: The Cohesion and acceptance of the group regardless of age. They have a will to play for one another with a collective buy-in from everyone.

S: Where do you expect to see your projected improvement come from?

JM: Structured game plan across the board. For example, when challenged or under the pump we're all on the same page of what to do next. A couple of times last year we were blown out of the water in a single quarter and couldn't stop the bleeding. Also, an injection of leg speed will sharpen us up, especially in defence and on the wings.

S: How has pre-season training looked?

JM: We had a five-week block before Christmas. Then returned two nights a week since late January.

S: Who do you expect to be the biggest improvers this year? (Outside of your club)

JM: Sunbury

S: Who is your flag tip? (Outside of your club)

JM: Sebastopol will be the benchmark.

KEY INS:

M.Williams (Mt Clear Juniors)

PLAYER OUTS:

M.Rottumah-Onus (Mallee Tigers), J.Brown (Keilor), J.Maher, J.Gallagher, I.Quick.

VFL AFFILIATED PLAYERS:

Nil

Scoop's East Point prediction: 4th - 6th

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East Point 2025 Season Preview

With the 2025 season on the horizon, Scoop has caught up with all our senior footy coaches as we build towards an epic Round 1!

Following a rollercoaster of an inaugural season under Joe Carmody, the Kangas will look to bounce back and go one better after a grand final defeat.

SCOOP: Joe, super effort last year to make the grand final and acquit yourselves well against the Bloods. How did the group process the season and grand final loss?

JOE CARMODY: On the whole a very encouraging year for us particularly in the area of individual growth. We were in the grand final up until very late in the game against a quality side in Melton. Plenty of upside to be drawn from the season moving forward.

S: What did you learn about the group in your first year and where you're at in the pecking order?

JC: Hard working with a willingness to get better. There's plenty of talent and quality youth at our club. Just knowing we can compete against any opposition gives us great confidence and belief.

S: East Point remain unbeaten at home since Round 16, 2023 (vs Sebastopol) - your club aside, which team (if any) do you feel has an old school, home ground advantage?

JC: Sunbury! As a player and a coach, I’ve been on the end of a few hidings over the years. You must defend or risk chasing the game on the big ground.

S: More players at East Point (15) averaged 16 or more disposals per game in 2024 - Sunbury (14), Ballarat (14), Melton (13), Darley (10). Is there anything to see here? What do those numbers tell you?

JC: A combination of a few things - the way we play, i.e. controlled possession. It also tells us we can win our own ball, trust the depth and the system.

S: While scoring power at East Point has been a feature for a number of years now - you must be rapt with the way the group embraced your team defence strategy after restricting Melton to 39 inside 50's in the Grand Final? Says a lot for the group's chances ahead of your second year in charge.

JC: The team defence remains a work in progress. While we showed signs of fatigue late in the season we didn't concede numbers of any major concern. It was more so we were unable to score as heavily on the back of that team defence as we would have liked.

S: You lose promising young forward Strahan Robinson and the experience of Jordy Taylor - who picks up the slack?

JC: On Strahan's replacement option - we do like a fourth marking option forward so we're leaning to Joe Fraser, Ryder Lavery or Joel van Meel as the three (likely) rotating ruck options to spend time forward. If we go small Isaac Hucker or a promoted U/19 player could find their way in a pocket for example. And Jordy's replacement - well Liam Canny (21yo) is ready to go. We're confident he's going to be a super player for us over a long period. Joe Dodd will also see more minutes through the midfield as a result of Taylor's departure.

S: You had the fewest number of players (32) of all last year’s finalists represent the club at senior level. Do you think it will take a similar "favourable' run with injury that will determine your fate - i.e. another grand final appearance or are you blessed with the luxury of the soldier in, soldier out theory?

JC: Lots of players were stiff to miss out last year but we stuck with the younger group to get more games into them rather than throwing them around. Hopefully that decision has built confidence levels on the back of the faith we have shown in them getting the job done.

S: Tell us about the newbies at the club and their likely roles....

JC: Jack Romeril - fit utility - not sure how much we'll see of Jack given his work commitments. Matt Romeril - Half-back / Mid option. Sam Romeril - Wing option that will allow Liam Canny to move into an on-ball role for us.

S: Given the longer season are you likely to rotate your midfield guns through the bench or stick with the 2024 theory of resting them forward?

JC: Well Matty and Jordy (Johnston), Jacko (Merrett) and Jacob (Brown) work it out between themselves if and when they decide to come off. Matty has proven how dangerous he can be resting forward with seven goals against the Lakers last year.

S: Who is likely to give Joel Van Meel a lending hand with the ruck duties this season? His output and willingness to compete in 2024 was something else....

JC: Yes, Joel's contribution played a large part in us making it as far we did. As for relief, Ryder Lavery (19yo) and Joe Fraser (21yo) will be given an opportunity when Joel needs a spell resting forward or off the bench.

PLAYER INS:

J. Romeril (Skipton), S. Romeril (Skipton), M. Romeril (Skipton)

PLAYER OUTS:

J. Taylor (Qld), S. Robinson (Port Fairy), T. Conlan (VAFA)

VFL AFFILIATED PLAYERS:

N/A

PRACTICE MATCH SCHEDULE:

March 22- vs Strathfieldsaye (A)

IMPROVERS TIP (OUTSIDE OF EAST):

JC: Redan

FLAG TIP (OUTSIDE OF EAST):

JC: Darley

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East Point 2026 BFNL Preview

With Round 1 fast approaching, Scoop has caught up with all ten senior footy coaches as they prepare for season 2026!

With some familiar faces departing Eastern Oval, it will take some next gen Roos to lead the way this year.

Scoop: Interesting off season for you Joe - how has the club processed the departures of four integral Premiership players?

Joe Carmody: All four were great servants of the club but we moved on pretty quickly to be honest. We have a new leadership group led by captain Liam Canny and a playing group who are invested in improving individually and collectively to take the club forward. Great opportunity for this group to take the club into a new era.

S: The next tier of seemingly bottomless talent at the Kangas will get their chance - who are you most excited about impacting games in 2026?

JC: We are very fortunate that when we lose players that we can bring in and develop players from our junior system. We think Kep Jones will be ready to make an impact straight away in the midfield. Jarrod Joyce showed last year that he has untapped potential. Alex Molan, Brodie Willems, Liam Howard, Jesse Cairns, Jack Jeffrey and Geordie Slater have now played three or four years of senior footy and are ready to go to the next level. Fraser Molan, Joe McGuane, Cooper Glenwright-McGuane, Sam McDonald, Dylan Hiscock and Zane Lubeek will all get their chance as well.

S: Does the loss of Bryson McDougall and the Johnston brothers in particular make it more difficult to send Jacob Brown behind the ball - is he your likely Bona fide forward alongside Jarrod Joyce?

JC: We will most likely settle with Brown and Joyce up forward. Jacob Brown kicked 50 goals last season and Jarrod Joyce was a standout in his first year in senior footy. We want to be more dynamic forward of the ball and having some of the youngsters at the fall of the ball will allow us to keep the ball inside 50 or provide greater pressure on the opposition when they try to exit our forward 50.

S: Tell us about the newbie from Cobden and his role/player type…

JC: Sam Lucas was a priority recruiting target for us last year. Key back that can defend and come off and intercept. He will provide plenty of rebound off half back. Strengthens our back six alongside Merrett, Cue, Howard, Geue, Lubeek, Fraser, Lual, etc. A high-quality person off field and has fit in seamlessly at the club.

S: Any chance we’ll see young gun Lachie Charleston make a return to his home club after a stint on Port Adelaide’s list or is it likely Werribee VFL will have the final say?

JC: Lachie is very keen to play at East Point when he can. He’s a real talent and a great young man with an infectious personality. We hope he has a great year at Werribee and that he can play at East Point when available.

AREAS OF IMPROVEMENT

JC: We lost to 3 clubs last year -Darley, Sunbury, and Melton. Our midfield got smashed in each of those losses both structurally and spread from the contest. We will look to have a more even contribution through the midfield to support Mickitja and Doddy. Greater defensive spread from the midfield and forward half are major areas of improvement that will allow us to create more scoring opportunities off turnover.

INS & OUTS

In: L. Charleston (Port Adelaide AFL), T. Brown (Hepburn), J. Hogan (Hepburn), S. Lucas (Cobden), J. Marshall (Buninyong)

Out: S. Romerill (Modewarre), J. Van Meel (Dunnstown), B. McDougall (Springbank), J. Johnston (Nyah), M. Johnston (Darwin/Skipton)

VFL AFFILIATED PLAYERS

Lachie Charleston (Werribee).

PRACTICE MATCH SCHEDULE

March 7 - North Ballarat v East Point (next gen match sim)

March 21 - Strathfieldsaye v East Point

CLUB IMPROVERS TIP

JC: North Ballarat if they can stay healthy. Will be right up there with the additions of Lockett, Glover, and Brinker-Ritchie.

FLAG TIP

Darley – they still have a great mix of talented experience and youth.

SCOOP SAYS

Given the Kangas top end departures, some externally are expecting them to fall off the cliff, but I’m not so sure.

Expecting a development year to a large degree from Carmody’s group but they will be mighty hard to beat at home.

A finals berth would be a par with their outs - tipping there’s enough scope in their next gen talent to improve enough under the guidance of some experienced heads to sneak into finals. Anything thereafter a bonus in my book.

Projected finish: 5th-7th

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East Point FNC

Club Notes:

Melton vs East Point - MATCH PREVIEW

QUALIFYING FINAL - SATURDAY AUGUST 31ST - 2.15PM @ DARLEY PARK

- BFNL MATCH OF THE ROUND LIVE VISION WITH FULL COMMENTARY 2PM VIA BFNL MATCH CENTRE -

Last time they met - Melton 78 def. by East Point 83 (MacPherson Park, Round 6 2024)

We've waited 105 days for this rematch, and it comes in the form of a mouthwatering qualifying final - can't wait!

Round 6 is a far cry from the hustle, bustle and pressure of a final but in fairness, May 18th went pretty close!

What an outstanding home and away season for these two, losing just three games between them.

The Kangas could find themselves a little stiff not to finish top with just the two losses but that is the current landscape when the Bloods are involved.

Despite finishing second, the Kangas have plenty of upside heading into this bout having beaten the Bloods the last two times including a semi final win last year.

While both of those wins came away from Eastern Oval, Darley Park looms as an undeniable variable for mine to overcome.

East Point have not won at Darley Park for 10 years, that worries me.

If this game were in Ballarat, I would be tipping the Kangas but something tells me the ground and conditions will suit Troy Scoble's planning - he knows the ground so well.

Call it due diligence ahead of time but I guarantee you - observations duly noted.

Even Joe Carmody, a longtime player in the BFNL could barely recall any success at the venue!

But if there was ever a group to break the run of outs for the Kangas at Darley Park, it's this one against the Bloods.

Melton are gettable - the Kangas’ best is arguably better. But can they produce in the white shorts against the season benchmark.

The Bloods, it seems, have been waiting for this day for a while now and I’m not talking weeks, rather 11 months for another crack at a flag that has previously gone awry.

At least Scoble conceded they weren't the best team in it last year, but something tells me that opinion has changed.

The buy-in from the Bloods group is palpable. While they gave every indication last week, they're gettable, so did East Point! Kudos to Ballarat.

Holistically, every bit of blood, sweat and tears shed to this point equate to an unmissable qualifying final, spruik as one for the ages.

As part of the editorial, I’m required to make a choice. I'm leaning to the Bloods but would not be surprised if the Kangas produced the goods following a timely reminder of their mortality last week.

PLAYER WATCH

Defenders
Melton: Adrian Monitto (#45), Riley Walker (#29) and Lachie Phillips (#9) are the genesis in transition for the Bloods. Monitto and Walker especially provide the spread, run, carry and distribution in the absence of Jordy Cotter (#4) and will stretch the ground, making it uncomfortable for the Kangas.

East Point: Jackson Merrett (#1) and Jacob Brown (#4) are the experience and cornerstone of the Kangas’ defence. Merrett ranks fourth for in the comp uncontested marks, fifth for marks and sixth for effective kicks and tenth for kicks. Merrett is the go-to distributor. Brown, not dissimilar to Merrett ranks third in the comp for effective kicks, fourteenth for kicks, fourth for marks AND intercept marks. What is also worthy of note is Brown ranks twenty-second in the comp for handball receives.

Midfielders
Melton: Jaycob Hickey (#10) averages 27.6 disposals, ranks 9 in the comp for clearances and 11th for goal involvements while (#11) Jack Walker averages 26.6 disposals, ranks 8 for goal assists and 13th for centre clearances.

East Point: Matty Johnston (#7) ranks third in the comp for disposals (34.1) and contested possessions. Johnston also features in the top 10 for a host of other KPIs and ranks elite in all areas when the Kangas have possession of the ball. Mikitja Rottumah-Onus (#2) ranks among the top 25 in the comp for clearances, contested possessions, handballs, hard ball gets, ground ball gets, goal assists and involvements.

Forwards
Melton: Braedan Kight (#7) is the league’s leading goalkicker with 75. Ryan Carter (#23) is fifth on the goalkicking table with 41.

East Point: Bryson McDougall (#12) is second in the league for goals with 67. McDougall has taken more marks inside 50 than other player in the BFNL and ranks second for total contested marks. Strahan Robinson (#30) has 31 goals, ranks elite for contested marks and marks inside 50 (10th).

SCOOP’S TIP
Melton
Team Stats Avg - Teams:
- Stat Title - Teams: Behinds, Team Value - Teams: 9.94, League Value - Teams: 8.48, Combined Value - Teams: 18.42
- Stat Title - Teams: Clearances, Team Value - Teams: 50, League Value - Teams: 44.21, Combined Value - Teams: 94.21
- Stat Title - Teams: Contested Marks, Team Value - Teams: 14.44, League Value - Teams: 13.39, Combined Value - Teams: 27.83
- Stat Title - Teams: Contested Possesions, Team Value - Teams: 149.89, League Value - Teams: 136.61, Combined Value - Teams: 286.5
- Stat Title - Teams: Disposals, Team Value - Teams: 319.17, League Value - Teams: 314.54, Combined Value - Teams: 633.71
- Stat Title - Teams: Frees Against, Team Value - Teams: 17.06, League Value - Teams: 17.45, Combined Value - Teams: 34.51
- Stat Title - Teams: Frees For, Team Value - Teams: 16.44, League Value - Teams: 19.17, Combined Value - Teams: 35.61
- Stat Title - Teams: Goals, Team Value - Teams: 13, League Value - Teams: 10.45, Combined Value - Teams: 23.45
- Stat Title - Teams: Handballs, Team Value - Teams: 111.89, League Value - Teams: 116.42, Combined Value - Teams: 228.31
- Stat Title - Teams: Hit Outs, Team Value - Teams: 64.33, League Value - Teams: 54.63, Combined Value - Teams: 118.96
- Stat Title - Teams: Inside 50s, Team Value - Teams: 50.33, League Value - Teams: 45.2, Combined Value - Teams: 95.53
- Stat Title - Teams: Kicks, Team Value - Teams: 207.28, League Value - Teams: 198.12, Combined Value - Teams: 405.4
- Stat Title - Teams: Marks, Team Value - Teams: 75.78, League Value - Teams: 76.51, Combined Value - Teams: 152.29
- Stat Title - Teams: Ranking Points, Team Value - Teams: 1607.44, League Value - Teams: 1504.49, Combined Value - Teams: 3111.93
- Stat Title - Teams: Score Involvements, Team Value - Teams: 85.5, League Value - Teams: 82.32, Combined Value - Teams: 167.82
- Stat Title - Teams: Tackles, Team Value - Teams: 63, League Value - Teams: 60.73, Combined Value - Teams: 123.73
- Stat Title - Teams: 1%ers, Team Value - Teams: 57.83, League Value - Teams: 37.76, Combined Value - Teams: 95.59
- Stat Title - Teams: Hitouts, Team Value - Teams: 55.27, League Value - Teams: 54.04, Combined Value - Teams: 109.31
- Stat Title - Teams: Intercept Marks, Team Value - Teams: 15.33, League Value - Teams: 14.13, Combined Value - Teams: 29.46
- Stat Title - Teams: Marks Inside 50, Team Value - Teams: 13.83, League Value - Teams: 11.71, Combined Value - Teams: 25.54
- Stat Title - Teams: Rebound 50s, Team Value - Teams: 29.92, League Value - Teams: 34.35, Combined Value - Teams: 64.27
- Stat Title - Teams: Smothers, Team Value - Teams: 7, League Value - Teams: 4.71, Combined Value - Teams: 11.71
- Stat Title - Teams: Spoils, Team Value - Teams: 20.75, League Value - Teams: 12.85, Combined Value - Teams: 33.6
Ladder Position: 2
Ladder Points - Teams: 56
Ladder Percentage - Teams: 135.21
Ladder Won - Teams: 14
Ladder Lost - Teams: 4
Ladder Drawn - Teams: 0

Federation BFLW Grand Finals – Event Information

The 2022 Federation BFLW Grand Finals will take over Mars Stadium tomorrow. Find all the Grand Final details below, including match times, parking information, entry details and match vision.

Watch the 2022 Federation BFLW Senior Grand Final LIVE from 1:20pm here: https://bit.ly/3KEBMY2

Federation BFLW Grand Finals – Event Information

Ahead of the first Federation BFLW Grand Final Day at Mars Stadium, please see some important information for supporters and attendees to be aware of:

General Information

MARS Stadium – Creswick Road, Wendouree VIC
Saturday 3rd September 2022
The Federation BFLW Grand Finals will be an Alcohol-Free event.

Match Schedule

Admission Fees

BFLW Grand Final 2022

Adults - $12
Family (2 adults & 2 children) - $26
Age Pensioner - $7
8 - 16yo - $5
U/8 – Free
Footy Record – $2

Note: Eftpos is available and encouraged as the preferred payment method.

Gates & Parking

Gates open at 7:00am
Entry into MARS Stadium via Gate 1 (only) located on Creswick Road.

Parking is available at the following locations:

General Parking:
- Creswick Road. No parking within concrete barriers stationed outside Gate 1.
- Around Northern Oval 2. Entry via Beech Avenue ONLY – Cars will NOT be able to move between the North Ballarat Sports Club Carp Park & Northern Oval 2.
- STRICTLY NO PARKING IN NORTH BALLARAT SPORTS CLUB.

Disabled Parking:
- Designated disabled parking can be accessed through North Ballarat Sports Club Entry.
- PARKING MUST ONLY OCCUR IN DESIGNATED AREA AND IS FOR DISABLED PARKING ONLY.

Grand Final Filming

All matches will be filmed with the Senior Women’s match being live streamed - link via Facebook and this website on the day.
Matches will be available for purchase following the Grand Finals and further information will be provided around this in the coming weeks.

Live Scores

All matches will be live scored on the day for those that are unable to attend the match. Scores can be accessed through specific competitions on the BFNL public results pages here - https://bit.ly/3Q4H8gg

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Finals Round 1 Darley vs East Point

Match Time and Date: 2025-08-30 14:15
Home Team Primary Colour: #000000
Away Team Primary Colour: #ff0000
Combined Player Stats:
- Player Name: Luther Baker, Player Number: 7, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 20, Player Disposals: 26, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 16, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 12, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Billy Myers, Player Number: 10, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 22, Player Kicks: 20, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 10, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Brett Bewley, Player Number: 2, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 19, Player Disposals: 36, Player Kicks: 21, Player Handballs: 15, Player Marks: 7, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 1, Player Clearances: 13, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Andrew Azzopardi, Player Number: 8, Player Goals: 3, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 15, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 7, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Jack Bewley, Player Number: 12, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 15, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Adam Azzopardi, Player Number: 13, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 15, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 1, Player Clearances: 4, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Mitchell Gardiner, Player Number: 17, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Matthew Brett, Player Number: 11, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Zane Le Huray, Player Number: 20, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Will Johnson, Player Number: 22, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 6, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Darcy Matricardi, Player Number: 25, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 20, Player Kicks: 14, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 6, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Jack Crawford, Player Number: 37, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 16, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Lucas Impey, Player Number: 40, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 15, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 11, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 89, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Nicholas Hind, Player Number: 1, Player Goals: 4, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 30, Player Kicks: 26, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 6, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 7, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Michael Edwards, Player Number: 3, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 0, Player Disposals: 2, Player Kicks: 1, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Deacon Fawcett, Player Number: 24, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 9, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Jarrod White, Player Number: 28, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Duncan Cadman, Player Number: 18, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 9, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 8, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Harley Inglis, Player Number: 23, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 9, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Grant Hatcher, Player Number: 38, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Joel Cadman, Player Number: 9, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 12, Player Disposals: 26, Player Kicks: 19, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 9, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 4, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
- Player Name: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Player Number: 2, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 13, Player Disposals: 27, Player Kicks: 19, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 13, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Liam Canny, Player Number: 3, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 12, Player Disposals: 15, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 8, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 5, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Jacob Brown, Player Number: 4, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 7, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Geordy Slater, Player Number: 5, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Jackson Merrett, Player Number: 1, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 24, Player Kicks: 20, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 10, Player Tackles: 6, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Matt Johnston, Player Number: 7, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 18, Player Disposals: 29, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 17, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 10, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Liam Howard, Player Number: 8, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Hamish Thompson, Player Number: 9, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Alex Molan, Player Number: 10, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Jordan Johnston, Player Number: 11, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 15, Player Disposals: 35, Player Kicks: 28, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 12, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 7, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Bryson McDougall, Player Number: 12, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 9, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 2, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Isaac Hucker, Player Number: 13, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 10, Player Disposals: 16, Player Kicks: 14, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Brodie Willems, Player Number: 14, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Jack Jeffrey, Player Number: 19, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Jesse Cairns, Player Number: 21, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Bryn Thompson, Player Number: 22, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 3, Player Kicks: 1, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Billy Jones, Player Number: 23, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 22, Player Kicks: 13, Player Handballs: 9, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 1, Player Clearances: 5, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Sam Cue, Player Number: 26, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Joel Van Meel, Player Number: 35, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 4, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 37, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Sam Romeril, Player Number: 57, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Joe Fraser, Player Number: 20, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, Player Disposals: 5, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 1, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Jarrod Joyce, Player Number: 59, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 4, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 0, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 1, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
Home Team Name: Darley
Home Team Logo:
Home Team Score: 10.7.67
Away Team Name: East Point
Away Team Logo:
Away Team Score: 5.9.39
Match Replay Embed Code:
Match Location: Darley Park
Home Team Q1 Score: 2.1.13
Home Team Q2 Score: 4.2.26
Home Team Q3 Score: 3.2.20
Home Team Q4 Score: 1.2.8
Away Team Q1 Score: 2.2.14
Away Team Q2 Score: 0.4.4
Away Team Q3 Score: 3.2.20
Away Team Q4 Score: 0.1.1
Team Stats:
- Team Stat Name: 1%ers, Team Stat Home Value: 49, Team Stat Away Value: 52, Team Stat Combined Value: 101
- Team Stat Name: Clearances, Team Stat Home Value: 56, Team Stat Away Value: 52, Team Stat Combined Value: 108
- Team Stat Name: Contested Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 14, Team Stat Away Value: 12, Team Stat Combined Value: 26
- Team Stat Name: Contested Possesions, Team Stat Home Value: 147, Team Stat Away Value: 146, Team Stat Combined Value: 293
- Team Stat Name: Disposals, Team Stat Home Value: 347, Team Stat Away Value: 293, Team Stat Combined Value: 640
- Team Stat Name: Frees Against, Team Stat Home Value: 18, Team Stat Away Value: 21, Team Stat Combined Value: 39
- Team Stat Name: Frees For, Team Stat Home Value: 20, Team Stat Away Value: 16, Team Stat Combined Value: 36
- Team Stat Name: Handballs, Team Stat Home Value: 128, Team Stat Away Value: 98, Team Stat Combined Value: 226
- Team Stat Name: Hitouts, Team Stat Home Value: 105, Team Stat Away Value: 42, Team Stat Combined Value: 147
- Team Stat Name: Inside 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 48, Team Stat Away Value: 45, Team Stat Combined Value: 93
- Team Stat Name: Intercept Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 26, Team Stat Away Value: 17, Team Stat Combined Value: 43
- Team Stat Name: Kicks, Team Stat Home Value: 219, Team Stat Away Value: 195, Team Stat Combined Value: 414
- Team Stat Name: Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 88, Team Stat Away Value: 65, Team Stat Combined Value: 153
- Team Stat Name: Marks Inside 50, Team Stat Home Value: 9, Team Stat Away Value: 6, Team Stat Combined Value: 15
- Team Stat Name: Ranking Points, Team Stat Home Value: 1660, Team Stat Away Value: 1334, Team Stat Combined Value: 2994
- Team Stat Name: Rebound 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 39, Team Stat Away Value: 36, Team Stat Combined Value: 75
- Team Stat Name: Smothers, Team Stat Home Value: 13, Team Stat Away Value: 4, Team Stat Combined Value: 17
- Team Stat Name: Spoils, Team Stat Home Value: 15, Team Stat Away Value: 19, Team Stat Combined Value: 34
- Team Stat Name: Tackles, Team Stat Home Value: 63, Team Stat Away Value: 79, Team Stat Combined Value: 142

Finals Round 1 Melton vs East Point

Home Team Name: Melton
Home Team Logo:
Home Team Score: 9.9.63
Away Team Name: East Point
Away Team Logo:
Away Team Score: 7.9.51
Team Stats:
- Team Stat Name: contested possessions, Team Stat Home Value: 156, Team Stat Away Value: 172, Team Stat Combined Value: 328
- Team Stat Name: clearances, Team Stat Home Value: 45, Team Stat Away Value: 61, Team Stat Combined Value: 106
- Team Stat Name: goals, Team Stat Home Value: 9, Team Stat Away Value: 7, Team Stat Combined Value: 16
- Team Stat Name: tackles, Team Stat Home Value: 76, Team Stat Away Value: 66, Team Stat Combined Value: 142
- Team Stat Name: contested marks, Team Stat Home Value: 13, Team Stat Away Value: 9, Team Stat Combined Value: 22
- Team Stat Name: ranking points, Team Stat Home Value: 1395, Team Stat Away Value: 1353, Team Stat Combined Value: 2748
- Team Stat Name: handballs, Team Stat Home Value: 88, Team Stat Away Value: 105, Team Stat Combined Value: 193
- Team Stat Name: kicks, Team Stat Home Value: 178, Team Stat Away Value: 185, Team Stat Combined Value: 363
- Team Stat Name: frees for, Team Stat Home Value: 21, Team Stat Away Value: 23, Team Stat Combined Value: 44
- Team Stat Name: inside 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 43, Team Stat Away Value: 45, Team Stat Combined Value: 88
- Team Stat Name: hit outs, Team Stat Home Value: 62, Team Stat Away Value: 62, Team Stat Combined Value: 124
- Team Stat Name: marks, Team Stat Home Value: 53, Team Stat Away Value: 46, Team Stat Combined Value: 99
- Team Stat Name: behinds, Team Stat Home Value: 8, Team Stat Away Value: 6, Team Stat Combined Value: 14
- Team Stat Name: frees against, Team Stat Home Value: 23, Team Stat Away Value: 21, Team Stat Combined Value: 44
- Team Stat Name: disposals, Team Stat Home Value: 266, Team Stat Away Value: 290, Team Stat Combined Value: 556
- Team Stat Name: score involvements, Team Stat Home Value: 56, Team Stat Away Value: 64, Team Stat Combined Value: 120

Finals Round 1 Review

Scoop' Reviews Finals Week 1

Melton, Sebastopol and Darley all claimed wins in Week 1 of the 2022 Carlton Draught BNFL Finals Series.

Melton

13.9.87
Def
Ballarat

9.10.64

Minor Premiers and flag favourite Melton took the best part of three quarters to shrug off an honest Ballarat to win by 23 points.

After trailing at the half (by 1 point), the Bloods added six goals to two in the third term to set up a match-winning 31-point lead at the final change. Ironically the Bloods won just one and a half quarters for the game on their home deck but it was enough to get the job done.

Bloods midfielders Jack Walker (3 goals) and Jacob Hickey (1 goal) were named best for the winners while the outside run and carry of wingman Kyle Borg (2 goals) proved significant. Defenders Jordy Cotter, Brenton Payne and Riley Walker were recognised as key contributors as the underdog Swannies took it up to their more fancied opponents in the first half. Dangerous Bloods forwards Braedan Kight (2 goals), Liam Carter (2 goals) and Ryan Carter (1 goal) were three of nine Bloods players to hit the scoreboard.

There's no doubting plenty of positives for Joe Carmody's Swans to draw from the game despite the loss after testing the Bloods. Clearly, their third quarter alone cost them a genuine crack at the finish. Carmody recognised the efforts of his midfield Will Liston, Sam James and Marcus Powling by naming the in-form trio among the best players with Footscray VFL affiliate Bailey Van de Heuvel and defenders Austin McPherson and Nick Swain. Swans sharpshooter Andrew Hooper finished with three goals. Josh Gibson (hamstring tightness) did not play but is expected to return next week.

What the coaches said...

Aaron Tymms (Melton):We held strong in the first half when Ballarat had some territory dominance before we were able to get the game back on our terms in the second (half). (We were) really pleased with the contributions from across all lines.

Joe Carmody (Ballarat):We defended really well in the first half and probably didn't get the reward on the scoreboard. Melton outworked us in the third (quarter) and used the ball really well. That was the difference in the end.

Sebastopol

12.7.79
Def
North Ballarat

6.10.46

Sebastopol has secured a prized double chance, ending North Ballarat's season in the process with a hard-fought 33-point win on the weekend. It was the third straight win for the 'Burras over Brendan McCartney's Roosters in season 2022.

The 'Burras won every quarter and kicked six of the last seven goals to run out deserved winners and progress to a semi-final meeting with Melton. Much of the discussion during the week will be on the progress of 'Burras inspirational leader Tony Lockyer (ankle) who left the field in the second term and did not return.

Toby Hutt (4 goals) broke the game open in the third term with three goals as the 'Burras added six straight to North Ballarat's 3.4 to lead by 26 points at the final change. Unfortunately for North, 'the tape' will tell a story of wasted/missed opportunity and inferior ball use. Essentially, the right team won, the 'Burras used the ball much better, and made more of their opportunities. But you couldn't shame the Roosters for effort. Their intensity matched the 'Burras but again, their execution of the fundamentals proved their undoing.

'Burras defenders Riley O'Keefe, Ben Trew and Connor O'Shea were named best for the winners while the run and line-breaking carry of Matt Austin and Jed Hill was a highlight in a game played on the inside for the most part. Reigning Henderson Medalist Lachlan Cassidy was solid for four quarters but wasn't alone. Hugo Papst again proved his versatility at either end, answering the call to whatever the coach's needs. Papst is very important to the 'Burras fortunes moving forward, that I'm sure of.

For North Ballarat, forward trio Josh Chatfield, Jamie Quick (1 goal) and Jack Riding (2 goals) were given little time and space to get the game on their terms. In fairness, their influence wasn't helped by poor forward entries. Quick and Riding were more often forced to win their own ball at ground level making it easier for the 'Burras to defend.

Cam McCallum (1 goal) won the majority of hit-outs yet again and slotted a much-needed goal 20 minutes into the third term to get North Ballarat within three points. But that's as close as they would be for the remainder. Isaac Carey, Brock Leonard, and Riley Polkinghorne never gave up the effort while Harry Loader, Ryan Hobbs (before moving forward) and Ned Nash were solid distributors from defence.

A 'throw at the stumps' opportunity against Melton to make the Grand Final awaits Sebastopol this week. For the record, 12 of the 'Burras line-up that featured on Saturday were part of the 2019 Grand Final side.

North Ballarat exits after a tough year, a difficult draw and the untimely injury to key players. McCartney's boys lost five of their last six games after beating Melton in Round 13 - who would have thought? North Ballarat will find some comfort knowing McCartney has signed on to lead the group in 2023.

What the coaches said...

Michael Searl (Sebastopol):Super proud of the group. We needed to match them on the contested footy and felt we did that well. The belief in the group is important and we have a great opportunity in front of us.

Brendan McCartney (North Ballarat):We worked hard and gave ourselves numerous opportunities but weren't able to convert when we had chances. Sebastopol are well organised and well coached.

Darley

7.6.48
Def
East Point

5.17.47

Darley withstood an avalanche of inside 50's from East Point in the last quarter to progress through to a Semi-Final meeting with Ballarat. Sure, the Kangas would lament their inaccuracies (1.7 in the last qtr)

but credit to the Devils' back six and support crew for holding on under immense finals pressure. Players from both sides had barely enough energy to celebrate or commiserate at the final siren. Any last efforts in the immediate aftermath were spent purely on a handshake or embrace -recognition and respect for an old-fashioned battle that went down to the wire.

Kangas Captain Matty Johnston and Mickitja Rotumah-Onus led the charge in the second half, either waltzing out of stoppage or with their run and carry just as the Devils looked to be tiring. But the 'Brett Bewley-less' Devils' blend of youth and experience down back, combined with some Kangas wasted opportunities on goal, amounted to a wholesale, morale-boosting win for one, with heartbreak and disappointment for the other.

The highlights reel will be a tough assignment for the techs. So where do we start?

For the winners, Bailey Young was arguably best-on-ground for his four-quarter effort ahead of a host of defenders led by Matthew Brett and Mace Cousins. Bigman Trent Angwin was terrific in the air and was influential between the arcs providing a target for the Devils all day. The Devils' match-winning return of seven goals was shared among seven players.

For East Point, finishing near plus 20 for inside 50's in a game they won just one quarter, says a lot for their final quarter dominance. But alas, couldn't it get done and lost no admirers for their effort.

Kangas youngsters Jesse Cairns and Jack Jeffrey were lively and had their share of the ball while experienced campaigners Joel Van Meel, Clay Bilney and Mitch Walsh were never far from the action. On a tough day for forwards in unassuming breezy conditions, the Kangas managed just five goals, shared among five individual players. Evidently, it was the Kangas' lowest score of the season.

The numbers didn't lie heading in, giving every indication this final was going to be a close one. For the record, the Kangas averaged seven more points (FOR) per game while the Devils were conceding seven fewer points (AGST) per game to suggest a draw could be on the cards.

Missed it by that much...!

What the coaches said...

Dan Jordan (Darley):I thought we were more efficient in key moments during the first three quarters. But full credit to East Point, they kept coming at us in the last. In the end, we were just happy to hang on in a tight one that could've gone either way.

Jake Bridges (East Point):We can't all play a winning game, someone is sure to lose, yet we can play so that our name, no one may dare accuse. That when the Master referee scores against our name, it won't be whether we've won or lost, but how we have played the game.

Next week:

Saturday, September 3 -Melton vs Sebastopol

Sunday, September 4 - Ballarat vs Darley

Ballarat

11.6.72
Def by
Sebastopol

9.15.69

The Swans secured second spot and a prized double chance with a narrow three-point win over the Burras at Marty Busch Reserve. It was the Swans' sixth win of the season by a goal or less and the tenth win by 18 points or less. How are the heart rates at Ballarat, we're yet to play a final!

What the Swans do have is character - truckloads of it. Despite their narrow successes, only Melton won more games than Joe Carmody's men in 2022. There's no doubting the Swans line-up is buoyed by the return of big man duo Marcus Powling and Bailey Van de Heuvel. Ruckman Powling missed a large chunk of the season with a torn hamstring but returned to his very best with arguably best-on-ground honours. Josh Gibson and Lachie Dawson booted three goals each for the winners while a wasteful Sebastopol were kept in it by Toby Hutt (three goals), James Keeble and Hugo Papst (two goals each).

The Burras trailed the Swans by 37 points at halftime and were just 1% ahead of Darley on the LIVE ladder, looking down the barrel at a fourth-place finish. But credit Michael Searl and his Burras contingent arresting the game back on their terms with five unanswered third-quarter goals.

Grady Snowden, Luke Kiel and Tony Lockyer featured prominently in the Burras revival and will be hopeful restricting dangerous North trio Jamie Quick, Jack Riding and Josh Chatfield.

Four points separated these two heavyweights at the final change as an arm wrestle of sorts (two goals each) prevailed for the duration as the Swans hung on to record another prizefighting win.

Ballarat head to Melton on Saturday for a Qualifying Final at Maccy Park while the Burras face 2021 Minor Premiers North Ballarat at Eastern Oval.

What the coaches said:

Michael Searl (Sebastopol):Another tough loss for us against the Swans. (We) didn't capitilise on our early dominance in the first quarter. They completely outworked us in the second quarter and really showed us the importance of work rate. (I'm) proud of the group to really dig deep and come at them in the second half. Lots of learnings to take from the match.

Joe Carmody (Ballarat):We set the game up in the second quarter with some good ball movement and excellent pressure. Sebastopol were very good in the contest in the third quarter. We showed a lot of character to hang on.

Sunbury

15.19.109
Def
Bacchus Marsh

6.8.44

Sunbury finished their season on a high, surpassing 100% for and against on their way to a resounding 65-point win over Bacchus Marsh in front of a home crowd.

The Lions finished off their season with four wins from their last six games, an encouraging base for next year under Travis Hodgson who will lead the club into a fourth year in 2023. The Cobras, on the other hand, capitulated to a fifth loss in six games ending their season in eighth place with seven wins.

Veteran forward Leigh Brennan (five goals) shows no signs of ageing, leading a charge of eight Lions players to hit the scoreboard. The Lions led from start to finish and virtually put this game to bed by quarter time despite having had the advantage with the breeze.

Lions stand-outs Tyson Lever and Harry Minton-Connell continued their run of good form while the progression of youth trends in the right direction. Jack Hannett and Jack Newitt topped the list for as many as 12 candidates among best-on-ground conversations.

The Cobras, seemingly bereft of the fight we saw earlier in the year could manage just six goals on a quiet day for the visiting forwards. Six individual Cobras' goalkickers represented their major returns on the scoreboard while young combative ruckman Spencer Meagher was named best for the losing side. Defenders Daniel Veldon, Dominic Miesen and Xavier Jenks toiled manfully behind the ball while Tom German and Riley Stuhldreier were again serviceable contributors in the red, yellow and black.

Both are proud clubs and will prepare for their journey back to finals, for an eighth and ninth place finish, simply won't do.

What the coaches said:

Travis Hodgson (Sunbury):(It was) a good way to finish off the season - it's been a positive two-month block. The Marsh tried hard but our ability to stretch them with legs on the outside was obvious and played a significant role in the result.

Tom German (Bacchus Marsh):They used the ball well around the ground and we didn't execute well as a team.

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Finals Round 2 East Point vs Ballarat

Home Team Name: East Point
Home Team Logo:
Home Team Score: 7.6.48
Away Team Name: Ballarat
Away Team Logo:
Away Team Score: 5.12.42
Team Stats:
- Team Stat Name: contested possessions, Team Stat Home Value: 169, Team Stat Away Value: 146, Team Stat Combined Value: 315
- Team Stat Name: clearances, Team Stat Home Value: 60, Team Stat Away Value: 50, Team Stat Combined Value: 110
- Team Stat Name: goals, Team Stat Home Value: 7, Team Stat Away Value: 5, Team Stat Combined Value: 12
- Team Stat Name: tackles, Team Stat Home Value: 63, Team Stat Away Value: 88, Team Stat Combined Value: 151
- Team Stat Name: contested marks, Team Stat Home Value: 11, Team Stat Away Value: 11, Team Stat Combined Value: 22
- Team Stat Name: ranking points, Team Stat Home Value: 1410, Team Stat Away Value: 1500, Team Stat Combined Value: 2910
- Team Stat Name: handballs, Team Stat Home Value: 118, Team Stat Away Value: 78, Team Stat Combined Value: 196
- Team Stat Name: kicks, Team Stat Home Value: 197, Team Stat Away Value: 198, Team Stat Combined Value: 395
- Team Stat Name: frees for, Team Stat Home Value: 20, Team Stat Away Value: 24, Team Stat Combined Value: 44
- Team Stat Name: inside 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 53, Team Stat Away Value: 41, Team Stat Combined Value: 94
- Team Stat Name: hit outs, Team Stat Home Value: 42, Team Stat Away Value: 87, Team Stat Combined Value: 129
- Team Stat Name: marks, Team Stat Home Value: 38, Team Stat Away Value: 56, Team Stat Combined Value: 94
- Team Stat Name: behinds, Team Stat Home Value: 2, Team Stat Away Value: 10, Team Stat Combined Value: 12
- Team Stat Name: frees against, Team Stat Home Value: 24, Team Stat Away Value: 18, Team Stat Combined Value: 42
- Team Stat Name: disposals, Team Stat Home Value: 315, Team Stat Away Value: 276, Team Stat Combined Value: 591
- Team Stat Name: score involvements, Team Stat Home Value: 33, Team Stat Away Value: 47, Team Stat Combined Value: 80

Finals Round 2 East Point vs Melton

Match Time and Date: 2025-09-07 14:15
Home Team Primary Colour: #ff0000
Away Team Primary Colour: #730027
Combined Player Stats:
- Player Name: Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Player Number: 2, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 12, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 6, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 7, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Liam Canny, Player Number: 3, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Jacob Brown, Player Number: 4, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Geordy Slater, Player Number: 5, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 9, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Jackson Merrett, Player Number: 1, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 27, Player Kicks: 19, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 5, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Matt Johnston, Player Number: 7, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 21, Player Disposals: 37, Player Kicks: 21, Player Handballs: 16, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 1, Player Clearances: 15, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Liam Howard, Player Number: 8, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Hamish Thompson, Player Number: 9, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 5, Player Kicks: 1, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Alex Molan, Player Number: 10, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 17, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 10, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Jordan Johnston, Player Number: 11, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 22, Player Kicks: 18, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Bryson McDougall, Player Number: 12, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 9, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Isaac Hucker, Player Number: 13, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 7, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Brodie Willems, Player Number: 14, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Jack Jeffrey, Player Number: 19, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Jesse Cairns, Player Number: 21, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 4, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Bryn Thompson, Player Number: 22, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 0, Player Disposals: 2, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 0, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Billy Jones, Player Number: 23, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 10, Player Disposals: 19, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Sam Cue, Player Number: 26, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Joel Van Meel, Player Number: 35, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 9, Player Hitouts: 44, Player Clearances: 4, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Joe Fraser, Player Number: 20, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 6, Player Hitouts: 8, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Matthew Romeril, Player Number: 49, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, Player Disposals: 2, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 0, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: East Point, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #ff0000
- Player Name: Jordan Kight, Player Number: 1, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 13, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Max Scoble, Player Number: 2, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 7, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Ryan Carter, Player Number: 23, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 13, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 7, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Jordyn Cotter, Player Number: 4, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 16, Player Kicks: 13, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Harrison Hanley, Player Number: 5, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 15, Player Kicks: 11, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 8, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Braedan Kight, Player Number: 7, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Lachlan Phillips, Player Number: 9, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 7, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Jack Walker, Player Number: 11, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 13, Player Disposals: 25, Player Kicks: 15, Player Handballs: 10, Player Marks: 6, Player Tackles: 6, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 7, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Brody Sullivan, Player Number: 12, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Blake Souter, Player Number: 13, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 11, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 4, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Lachlan Walker, Player Number: 14, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 13, Player Disposals: 18, Player Kicks: 11, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 6, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 5, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Kyle Borg, Player Number: 16, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Liam Carter, Player Number: 18, Player Goals: 3, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 21, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 9, Player Marks: 8, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Oscar Greenshields, Player Number: 22, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 10, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 4, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Conrad Farrugia, Player Number: 31, Player Goals: 3, Player Contested Possessions: 12, Player Disposals: 16, Player Kicks: 14, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 10, Player Clearances: 10, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Adrian Monitto, Player Number: 45, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 32, Player Kicks: 25, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 9, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Ryan Davis, Player Number: 3, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Luke Heaney, Player Number: 46, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Tom Button, Player Number: 6, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, Player Disposals: 3, Player Kicks: 1, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Bailey Mawson, Player Number: 19, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 7, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Craig Searle, Player Number: 59, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 9, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 37, Player Clearances: 6, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
- Player Name: Cooper Battye, Player Number: 8, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
Home Team Name: East Point
Home Team Logo:
Home Team Score: 0.0.0
Away Team Name: Melton
Away Team Logo:
Away Team Score: 0.0.0
Match Replay Embed Code:
Match Location: Marty Busch Recreation Reserve
Home Team Q1 Score: 0.0.0
Home Team Q2 Score: 0.0.0
Home Team Q3 Score: 0.0.0
Home Team Q4 Score: 0.0.0
Away Team Q1 Score: 0.0.0
Away Team Q2 Score: 0.0.0
Away Team Q3 Score: 0.0.0
Away Team Q4 Score: 0.0.0
Team Stats:
- Team Stat Name: 1%ers, Team Stat Home Value: 32, Team Stat Away Value: 44, Team Stat Combined Value: 76
- Team Stat Name: Clearances, Team Stat Home Value: 52, Team Stat Away Value: 50, Team Stat Combined Value: 102
- Team Stat Name: Contested Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 17, Team Stat Away Value: 11, Team Stat Combined Value: 28
- Team Stat Name: Contested Possesions, Team Stat Home Value: 152, Team Stat Away Value: 145, Team Stat Combined Value: 297
- Team Stat Name: Disposals, Team Stat Home Value: 282, Team Stat Away Value: 293, Team Stat Combined Value: 575
- Team Stat Name: Frees Against, Team Stat Home Value: 28, Team Stat Away Value: 28, Team Stat Combined Value: 56
- Team Stat Name: Frees For, Team Stat Home Value: 28, Team Stat Away Value: 28, Team Stat Combined Value: 56
- Team Stat Name: Handballs, Team Stat Home Value: 102, Team Stat Away Value: 98, Team Stat Combined Value: 200
- Team Stat Name: Hitouts, Team Stat Home Value: 63, Team Stat Away Value: 47, Team Stat Combined Value: 110
- Team Stat Name: Inside 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 43, Team Stat Away Value: 56, Team Stat Combined Value: 99
- Team Stat Name: Intercept Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 11, Team Stat Away Value: 18, Team Stat Combined Value: 29
- Team Stat Name: Kicks, Team Stat Home Value: 180, Team Stat Away Value: 195, Team Stat Combined Value: 375
- Team Stat Name: Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 48, Team Stat Away Value: 63, Team Stat Combined Value: 111
- Team Stat Name: Marks Inside 50, Team Stat Home Value: 6, Team Stat Away Value: 11, Team Stat Combined Value: 17
- Team Stat Name: Ranking Points, Team Stat Home Value: 1394, Team Stat Away Value: 1493, Team Stat Combined Value: 2887
- Team Stat Name: Rebound 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 44, Team Stat Away Value: 34, Team Stat Combined Value: 78
- Team Stat Name: Smothers, Team Stat Home Value: 3, Team Stat Away Value: 7, Team Stat Combined Value: 10
- Team Stat Name: Spoils, Team Stat Home Value: 16, Team Stat Away Value: 19, Team Stat Combined Value: 35
- Team Stat Name: Tackles, Team Stat Home Value: 70, Team Stat Away Value: 65, Team Stat Combined Value: 135

Finals Round 3 Darley vs East Point

Home Team Name: Darley
Home Team Logo:
Home Team Score: 10.13.73
Away Team Name: East Point
Away Team Logo:
Away Team Score: 11.14.80
Team Stats:
- Team Stat Name: contested possessions, Team Stat Home Value: 173, Team Stat Away Value: 198, Team Stat Combined Value: 371
- Team Stat Name: clearances, Team Stat Home Value: 66, Team Stat Away Value: 74, Team Stat Combined Value: 140
- Team Stat Name: goals, Team Stat Home Value: 10, Team Stat Away Value: 11, Team Stat Combined Value: 21
- Team Stat Name: tackles, Team Stat Home Value: 106, Team Stat Away Value: 88, Team Stat Combined Value: 194
- Team Stat Name: contested marks, Team Stat Home Value: 22, Team Stat Away Value: 12, Team Stat Combined Value: 34
- Team Stat Name: ranking points, Team Stat Home Value: 1797, Team Stat Away Value: 1740, Team Stat Combined Value: 3537
- Team Stat Name: handballs, Team Stat Home Value: 122, Team Stat Away Value: 123, Team Stat Combined Value: 245
- Team Stat Name: kicks, Team Stat Home Value: 213, Team Stat Away Value: 236, Team Stat Combined Value: 449
- Team Stat Name: frees for, Team Stat Home Value: 10, Team Stat Away Value: 21, Team Stat Combined Value: 31
- Team Stat Name: inside 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 57, Team Stat Away Value: 54, Team Stat Combined Value: 111
- Team Stat Name: hit outs, Team Stat Home Value: 103, Team Stat Away Value: 56, Team Stat Combined Value: 159
- Team Stat Name: marks, Team Stat Home Value: 64, Team Stat Away Value: 50, Team Stat Combined Value: 114
- Team Stat Name: behinds, Team Stat Home Value: 8, Team Stat Away Value: 11, Team Stat Combined Value: 19
- Team Stat Name: frees against, Team Stat Home Value: 21, Team Stat Away Value: 10, Team Stat Combined Value: 31
- Team Stat Name: disposals, Team Stat Home Value: 335, Team Stat Away Value: 359, Team Stat Combined Value: 694
- Team Stat Name: score involvements, Team Stat Home Value: 68, Team Stat Away Value: 75, Team Stat Combined Value: 143

Finals Round 4 Melton vs East Point

Home Team Name: Melton
Home Team Logo:
Home Team Score: 11.6.72
Away Team Name: East Point
Away Team Logo:
Away Team Score: 7.13.55
Team Stats:
- Team Stat Name: contested possessions, Team Stat Home Value: 117, Team Stat Away Value: 145, Team Stat Combined Value: 262
- Team Stat Name: clearances, Team Stat Home Value: 41, Team Stat Away Value: 55, Team Stat Combined Value: 96
- Team Stat Name: goals, Team Stat Home Value: 11, Team Stat Away Value: 7, Team Stat Combined Value: 18
- Team Stat Name: tackles, Team Stat Home Value: 56, Team Stat Away Value: 48, Team Stat Combined Value: 104
- Team Stat Name: contested marks, Team Stat Home Value: 21, Team Stat Away Value: 13, Team Stat Combined Value: 34
- Team Stat Name: ranking points, Team Stat Home Value: 1426, Team Stat Away Value: 1370, Team Stat Combined Value: 2796
- Team Stat Name: handballs, Team Stat Home Value: 59, Team Stat Away Value: 100, Team Stat Combined Value: 159
- Team Stat Name: kicks, Team Stat Home Value: 199, Team Stat Away Value: 184, Team Stat Combined Value: 383
- Team Stat Name: frees for, Team Stat Home Value: 15, Team Stat Away Value: 20, Team Stat Combined Value: 35
- Team Stat Name: inside 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 38, Team Stat Away Value: 50, Team Stat Combined Value: 88
- Team Stat Name: hit outs, Team Stat Home Value: 45, Team Stat Away Value: 67, Team Stat Combined Value: 112
- Team Stat Name: marks, Team Stat Home Value: 80, Team Stat Away Value: 47, Team Stat Combined Value: 127
- Team Stat Name: behinds, Team Stat Home Value: 6, Team Stat Away Value: 10, Team Stat Combined Value: 16
- Team Stat Name: frees against, Team Stat Home Value: 20, Team Stat Away Value: 15, Team Stat Combined Value: 35
- Team Stat Name: disposals, Team Stat Home Value: 258, Team Stat Away Value: 284, Team Stat Combined Value: 542
- Team Stat Name: score involvements, Team Stat Home Value: 58, Team Stat Away Value: 67, Team Stat Combined Value: 125

Football Weekend Preview - Round 1, 2026

Round 1 Football Preview with 'Scoop'

Given current speculation surrounding various teams prospects in 2026, the BFNL could not have scripted a better grouping of matches for an enthralling start to the season.

Darley
vs
Sunbury

SATURDAY APRIL 11TH - 2.15PM @ DARLEY PARK

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Last time they met: Darley 11.13-79 def. Sunbury 6.9-45 (City Oval, Grand Final 2025)

League heavyweights Darley and Sunbury are sure to attract a bumper crowd at Darley Park, curious of what the next chapter holds.

The mission for Matthew White’s Lions will be to ‘find a way through’ a frugal Devils defence led by Billy Myers and Matthew Brett.

While the Pride boast an imposing front six more than capable posting a winning score, the weight of expectation will hinge primarily on their midfield and quality of forward 50 entries.

However, such luxuries won’t be easily afforded as the Devils’ star laden midfield look to mark territory with superior gains of their own.

While the prospect of Brett Bewley, Nick Hind and Luther Baker is daunting for any opposition, the pre-season form of Joel Cadman and Darcy Matricardi only raises the degree of difficulty for the Lions who were 0-4 against the Devils in 2025.

Despite the recent H2H record, White will be fully aware his Pride have genuine claims turning the tables, having been in three of those games early - in fact the Lions led at 1/4 time in their two previous visits to Darley Park by 19 & 26 points.

The Lions have added a few soldiers to the cause ‘finding a way through’ Dan Jordan’s Devils, unbeaten in their last 20 BFNL games.

Josh Guthrie (ankle) returns from a lengthy lay off to bolster the midfield while Hamish Pierce (North Melbourne VFL) fills the void across half back in the absence of Jack Hannett (Ocean Grove).

The mail is reigning Tony Lockett Medallist Jake Sutton will take his place despite relocating to Sydney and will lead a three pronged attack alongside Daniel Johnston and Pat Scanlon.

Given the VFL bye this week, Jake Egan (Essendon), Jake Lever (Essendon) and Pierce will be available for another crack at the Devils.

How Jordan and his crew manage ‘the hunted’ tag will be a season long reference point given rival teams have sought after list builds, to usurp the reigning premiers as the competition benchmark.

Scoop’s tip: Darley by 24 points

Melton
vs
Bacchus Marsh

SATURDAY APRIL 11TH - 2.15PM @ MACPHERSON PARK

Last time they met: Melton 18.10-118 def. Bacchus Marsh 8.12-60 (Eastern Oval, Elimination Final 2025)

Melton host brow-raising Good Friday winners Bacchus Marsh in one of five bona fide cracking, Round 1 match ups.

While the Bloods have enjoyed a comfortable win/loss advantage over recent times, especially at MacPherson Park, what the Cobras delivered against perennial finalists East Point cannot be ignored.

Future star (if not already) Josh Huxtable may well be the Cobras’ best player, atop the deepest list at Armfield’s disposal in the infancy of his third year.

Experienced key big men Jake Owen and Luke Goetz look sharp, moving freely with a spring in their step, excited for what’s to come.

Bloods’ coach Troy Scoble would have, like many of his rival counterparts, been impressed with the Cobras who played with renewed flair, confidence and accountability capable of troubling any preconceived, superior opposition.

Sure, the jury is out on the credentials of East Point who have conceded a reset approach in 2026, but it was the was the nature of the Cobras’ 51-point win that would’ve provided Dennis Armfield’s group an invaluable boost in the belief space.

And the Cobras will need every bit of that to upset the Bloods who prepare to embark on a mission of their own after falling short in last year’s title defence.

The 2022 and 2024 premiers have lost a few soldiers ahead of their rebound assignment but welcome back underrated defender Riley Walker (year off) and crucial pair Jaycob Hickey and Lachie Watkins free from injury.

You could add Jordy Cotter, Jordy Kight and Ryan Davis to the return mix having endured similar setbacks and frustrations of their own.

Let’s not forget the challenges the Carters, the Kights and the Walkers present and the likelihood of speedster Kyle Borg revelling in one or more of his x-factor moments.

For what it’s worth, the hearsay will mean very little to a Cobras’ camp eager to take the next step - claiming another scalp on the road.

The reality is, Armfield’s men must overcome arguably the competitions most potent front six and a proven premiership defence to earn the spoils.

Big ask! - if the Cobras can reproduce their Good Friday appeal (no pun intended) they will give this more than a shake.

However, I’m leaning to a fresh Bloods outfit at home to hold sway in a seesawing affair.

Scoop’s tip: Melton by 18 points

North Ballarat
vs
Ballarat

SATURDAY APRIL 11TH - 2.15PM @ MARS STADIUM

Last time they met: North Ballarat 11.10-76 def. Ballarat 7.8-50 (Mars Stadium Round 11, 2025)

With two draws head-to-head from their last three meetings and an off-season spruik of various proportions on both sides - anyone who adopts the theory “it’s only Round 1…”, is kidding themselves, when North Ballarat host Ballarat at Mars Stadium.

The race for a prized position in the top six is already underway with Bacchus Marsh staking their early claim on Good Friday.

Which of these two legitimate candidates will put their hands up come 5pm Saturday as the team to watch moving forward?

Let’s not forget it was Ballarat who replaced North Ballarat for a finals berth following the last round of the 2025 home and away season.

If one was to nitpick over their previous four meets, you’re likely to find “advantage North Ballarat” given their recent 2-0 record at Mars Stadium (26 pts and 82 pts). Alfredton Oval, the home of the Swans, played host to the two draws.

However, given the changing landscape in the off-season player movement space, both teams have added key top end talent to boost their finals credentials.

Almost a third of the 44 players to take the field will have VFL/AFL experience to heighten interest and intrigue levels even more heading into the bout.

While those in attendance will be spoilt for choice observing quality stocks, it’s the battle of the two spines that looms the deciding factor.

Roosters’ quintet Jai Lockett, Sam Glover, David Brinker-Ritchie (doubtful), Josh Morris and Denver Grainger-Barrass will ask questions of Swans’ big men Biggie Nyuon, Alex Keith, Rhys Perry and Patrick Graham.

Whether Brad Crouch, Thomas Simpson, Tristan Maple and co can impact at ground level and deny the Roosters will be worth the watch alone as they’re likely to welcome back Port Melbourne trio James Van Ess, Riley Polkinghorne and Josh Sparkman off the VFL bye.

And let’s not forget the x-factor capabilities of small forwards Jamie Quick (Roosters) and Andrew Hooper (Swans) who will pounce on anything that comes their way.

Difficult game to tip on spec given the changes and the impressive make-up of the two sides.

Will this game be won primarily in the air or on the ground/spread?

Efficiency and fitness levels will play defining roles how this game is run and won.

It’s a concern for the Roosters, Glover and Brinker- Ritchie (doubtful) have been relatively unsighted in the lead up practice matches but the broader collective have enough games in together and are at home to worry the Swans out of it in a close one.

Scoop’s tip: North Ballarat by 6 points

Lake Wendouree
Vs
Redan

SATURDAY APRIL 11TH - 2.15PM @ CE BROWN RESERVE

Last time they met:Redan 18.25-133 def. Lake Wendouree 6.8-44 (City Oval, Round 17, 2025)

There is more than just the four premiership points at stake when the new look Lakers host Redan at CE Brown Reserve.

The winners will want a party and deservingly so.

What a relief it would be for either camp given the current landscape.

The Lakers have lost 18 games on the trot, won just four of their previous 50 games and are seemingly “chips in” to make an impression on the competition for patient mentor Rohan Brown who has been starved of success on the win front since his appointment in 2024.

On the other hand, Lions new coach Marc Greig is a well-respected footy person in his own right, once as a player, now as an educator of young men.

Greig’s task ahead of the weekend is overcoming the once “easy beats” of the competition as the Lakers list build rivals any in a very productive and exciting off season.

Up to five newbies at the Lakers boast VFL experience and according to one Ovens and Murray coach the two pickups from Wodonga namely Corey Rich and Will Fordham will prove a handful for any opposition.

That’s not including Louis Antonac who remains on Geelong’s VFL list.

Unfortunately, the return of former Werribee VFL listed talent Jake Lohmann (back) is on hold for at least another week.

Former Frankston VFL/Old Brighton wing/half back Alfie Jarnestrom (test - ankle) has also joined the club to consolidate the broader mission, adding further experience to a relatively fledgling group ready to grow and win games of football.

It’s thought the Lions have had their share of struggles in the off-season given the departed but the mail is, if Greigy is at the helm they’re surely to be well versed “standing up” when the going gets tough.

Unfortunately, on spec alone, with little or no sample size, the bar of expectation on the win/loss front for the Lions has been tempered to the point where this particular matchup is no longer a ‘should win’ game.

The availability of top end stocks Cooper Craig-Peters (Footscray VFL) and hamstrung Tom Berry (Southport Sharks VFL) would’ve given the Lions a major boost ahead of Saturday, but the Pride will have to find a way under Greig getting the job done without them.

I don’t want to put the ‘mozz’ on Redan but the weight of quality inclusions at the Lakers makes a compelling case that Brown will celebrate in song with his first win since round 18, 2024 – which ironically came against the Lions at this very venue.

Scoop’s tip: Lake Wendouree by 18 points

Sebastopol
vs
East Point

SATURDAY APRIL 11TH - 6:15PM @ MARTY BUSCH RESERVE

Last time they met: Sebastopol 12.7-79 def. by East Point 12.12-84 (Marty Busch Res Round 11, 2025)

While East Point embrace the infancy of a “reset”, Sebastopol is not in a position to take the Kangas lightly when the two sides meet on Saturday night (6.15pm) at Marty Busch.

The Kangas’ top end provided enough ball for periods in their Good Friday loss to the slick Cobras in the first half, to be within a couple of goals at the main break before Dennis Armfield’s forecast improvers kicked away enroute to a comfortable win.

The Kangas should be better for the run after coach Joe Carmody had a good look into his relatively new group weighing up the strengths and focus areas for improvement.

Underrated midfielder Jesse Cairns (calf) is expected to return for the Kangas ahead of a belter Round 1 fixture for the BFNL.

Can’t wait to see the impact Burras’ key forward signing Joel Edwards can have working aerially in tandem with Cooper Littlehales and x-factor crumber Adam Forbes, stretching the Kangas defence.

Edwards is one of three off-season pick-ups for the Burra from GFL heavyweights St Joseph’s. Felix Henderson and Jeff Buckley have made the pilgrimage alongside Edwards, joining midfielder and former Burra club best and fairest Bailey Medwell who returns from a stint with Footscray VFL.

Experienced trio Tony Lockyer, Lachie Cassidy and Luke Kiel will be a tough assignment for Carmody to contain if the Burra get on a roll.

Young gun Jack Bambury will add further run and carry for Lockyer’s men in what looms a crucial game (already) in the club’s fortunes moving forward.

Mickijta Rotumah-Onus, Jackson Merrett, Jacob Brown, Joe Dodd and newly appointed Captain Liam Canny will lead the resistance for the Kangas, aiming to deny the Burra faithful a dream start to their 2026 campaign.

Scoop’s tip: Sebastopol by 14 points

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Football Weekend Preview - Round 2, 2026

Round 2 Football Preview with 'Scoop'

A flurry of thrilling results from the start of the season sees Round 2 provide another valuable look at the BFNL's senior football competition this weekend.

Bacchus Marsh
vs
North Ballarat

SATURDAY APRIL 18TH - 2.15PM @ MADDINGLEY PARK

Last time they met: Bacchus Marsh 14.16-100 def. North Ballarat 10.5-65 (Maddingley Park, Round 12 2025)

- Toyota Ballarat Match of the Round | Full match commentary live from 2pm -

Expect an invigorated Cobras outfit to relish the opportunity in front of home fans for the first time this season when they host the Roosters at Maddingley Park.

Dennis Armfield’s men are 2-0 having secured back-to-back wins on the road against two of last year’s finalists.

A six-month off-season can be a long time in local footy but the Cobras have started with a faultless campaign aided by the addition of no less than six players, four of whom are familiar returns while the acquisition of Zach Vesty (Hoppers Crossing) and Hugh Canning (Corowa) has only strengthened the Cobras’ version of their best 22.

Given injured pair Jamie Fulton (shoulder) and Jack Kovacevic (hand) remain sidelined short term, the future looks bright at Cobra land.

Not dissimilar to last year, the Roosters, under second year coach Clint Proctor have already endured all too familiar frustration with the unavailability of highly touted recruit David Brinker- Richie (knee soreness) who is expected to miss another week, and more importantly the critical match up with dominant Cobras ruckman Luke Goetz.

Nonetheless the Cobras cannot afford to underestimate the spine of the Roosters who arrive with the star power of Sam Glover, Josh Morris, Denver Grainger-Barrass and progressive talent Jai Lockett, all of whom have had an impact at VFL level.

Young 200cm tall Finn Russell and speedster Reggie Palmer are in the mix for a call up after the Roosters fell short in their season opener against Ballarat.

While spoilt for top end talent the Roosters will need to improve on last week to curb the Cobras impressive run and connection.

Armfield’s group are as fit as they’ve ever been under the former Carlton 145 gamer.

The point differential for the Cobras in second halves (111-49) and 4-0 record for second half quarters suggests the Roosters will need to bring their skates to deny the hosts a third win on the trot.

While Proctor’s Roosters failed in their two previous attempts in 2025 to down the Cobras, they do have the cattle both aerially and at ground level to upset the pattern.

Belief is an undervalued commodity; one the Cobras are embracing with aplomb early into the new season.

Over to the Roosters to find a way to curtail that growing momentum with some lasting impressions of their own.

Compliance to Proctor’s instructions is a non-negotiable if the visitors are any chance squaring their win loss ledger.

While Cobra fans need only wish for more of the same, to witness firsthand a 3-0 start would be all the more special.

Scoop’s tip: Bacchus Marsh by 12 points

Ballarat
vs
Sebastopol

SATURDAY APRIL 18TH - 2.15PM @ ALFREDTON RESERVE

Last time they met: Ballarat 5.8-38 def. by Sebastopol 11.8-74 (Alfredton Oval, Round 10 2025)

The Swans host Sebastopol in the only game across the Round 2 senior football fixture involving two winners from the opening round.

While Sebastopol enjoyed a convincing win at their last visit to the nest, this assignment presents a different set of challengers for Tony Lockyer’s men.

A trio of experienced, 200cm trumpeter Swans will pose an afternoon long threat for the visitors to contain.

Alex Keith, Biggie Nyuon and Patrick Graham will have a large say in the Swans’ fortunes.

Given Keith’s intercept role across half back, compliance to Lockyer’s game plan will be a non-negotiable if the Burra are to find a way around the former Adelaide and Western Bulldog’s defender.

The Burra’s midfield can expect an early audit on their footy smarts given Biggie and Graham have the height advantage and athleticism to control the aerial contest.

Denying a formidable Swans midfield that is likely to include Tristan Maple, Thomas Simpson, Lewis Rinaldi and Fraser Perkins will test the Burra’s brains trust.

Any first use advantage out of stoppage will be significant for these two evenly matched teams at the source.

Unfortunately, recent Burra club best and fairest winners Lachie Cassidy and Bailey Medwell who play key midfield roles, are expected to miss another week.

In this case, it’s advantage Ballarat.

Swans’ second year coach Ash Baker has been busy with the enviable task of shifting the magnets with the freedom to find the right balance given all player types essentially are at his disposal.

On the flipside, if the Swans can be found out early despite the luxuries of the 200cm trio, finding the right balance becomes an ongoing challenge.

While the Swans take another step finding the best version of themselves, the Burra are not dissimilar despite a couple of key figures on the sidelines.

The addition of GFL trio Jack Buckley, Felix Henderson and Joel Edwards is significant - each played an encouraging role in the Burra’s first up win over East Point.

Lockyer will hope for further improvement, a must you would think if the Burra are to secure the premiership points.

Baker on the other hand, would be the first to concede his bevy were ‘ordinary’ at their previous meet against the Burra but pose a completely different proposition in the here and now.

Yes, plenty has gone under the bridge since their last meet and with more games together, expect the Swans to resemble a force to be reckoned with.

No Cassidy or Medwell for the Burra moves the needle in favour of the Swans for one the picks of the round in BFNL action.

Scoop’s tip: Ballarat by 10 points

Redan
vs
Sunbury

SATURDAY APRIL 18TH - 2.15PM @ CITY OVAL

Last time they met: Redan 11.8-74 def. by Sunbury 13.12-90 (City Oval, Round 11 2025)

New season Redan coach Marc Greig gets a ‘throw at the stumps’ opportunity to upset league heavyweights Sunbury when they host the Lions of the East at City Oval.

Redan’s relocation for the interim, comes on the back of renovations now in full swing at City Oval.

Greig’s eclectic group surprised a few with the nature of their 92-point demolition job over the Lakers in Round 1 booting ‘the sweep’ (highest score), some 12 goals more than any other club across the BFNL.

That stat alone will have drawn interest from Sunbury coach Matty White following their agonising two-point loss to Darley in the much-anticipated Grand Final replay.

Sunbury haven’t always had their way on the win/loss front up the highway but their four home and away season wins from six trips last year suggests the mental demons have subsided on the back of instilled belief and collective buy-in.

Under White, Sunbury are the genuine real deal having won seven of their last 10 BFNL games.

Only Darley has beaten them (three times) over the period.

White would be the first to concede some, if not all of his boys were sore after their first up outing given the physicality of the affair.

Redan’s case may well be different following their big win, with the occasion running a majority of the group into some early season form.

If Greig’s Lions can hit the ground running and give Whitey’s Pride something to chase, this matchup could get interesting.

The Bond boys will stretch the Sunbury defence ONLY IF the Redan midfield can have their way against a deep Sunbury core led by reigning Henderson Medallist Jake Egan and more experienced Josh Guthrie.

Sunbury’s midfield will want to make their presence felt early providing some ‘good looks’ of their own for key targets Daniel Johnston and Phil Scanlon.

Sure, their mid-forward connection remains a work in progress when Jake Sutton doesn’t play but you can’t discount their ability to score.

Redan must deny Sunbury at the source and win the “ground ball” battle to be any chance of an upset win but on the small sample size alone, who knows what they’re capable of.

Fond memories should aid a favourable result for Whitey’s Pride but they will be made to earn it if Greig’s Lions can build on their Round 1 heroics.

Scoop’s tip: Sunbury by 30 points

East Point
vs
Darley

SATURDAY APRIL 18TH - 2.15PM @ EASTERN OVAL

Last time they met: Darley 10.7-67 def. East Point 5.9-39 (Darley Park, Qualifying Final 2025)

Having overcome a major scare in the season opener, the Devils’ next assignment against the Kangas should be a little more comfortable despite the road trip to Eastern Oval.

The Kangas take another step forward in their rebuild against the competition’s benchmark and should embrace the challenge with plenty of learnings to be drawn from the hit out.

East Point coach Joe Carmody and his staff will have other priorities than the scoreboard given their slim chances of an upset were dealt a severe blow following the confirmation of a hamstring injury to Jacob Brown that is expected to sideline the star utility for a couple of weeks.

The midfield battle however will be relatively familiar to both camps with the core of Kangas’ experienced mids including Mickijta Rotumah-Onus, Joe Dodd and Liam Canny up against gun trio Brett Bewley, Nick Hind and Luther Baker.

Unfortunately (midfield aside) the inexperience of the Kangas is likely to surface at some time and reflect for periods on the scoreboard given up to eight of Carmody’s fledgling group have played less than 10 senior games.

Devils’ clutch defender Billy Myers will welcome the absence of Brown, paving the way for a more offensive role if coach Dan Jordan sees fit, raising the degrees of difficulty for Carmody to contain.

Not to mention the likely return of Mikey Edwards from an eye complaint suffered in the Devils’ 12-point practice match win over GFL club Leopold.

Weather permitting, expect the Devils to hit the scoreboard in waves despite the resistance of a predominantly young group, keen to make an impression.

While Kangas’ forward pair Jack Jeffrey and Jarrod Joyce will keep the frugal Devils defence honest, the visitors look to have too much firepower across the ground to be denied a 22nd BFNL win on the trot.

Scoop’s tip: Darley

Lake Wendouree
vs
Melton

SATURDAY APRIL 18TH - 2.15PM @ C.E BROWN RESERVE

Last time they met: Melton 19.11-125 def. Lake Wendouree 4.5-29 (MacPherson Park, Round 10 2025)

After disappointing losses for both sides in the season opener, you can bank on some early heat when the Lakers host Melton at CE Brown Reserve.

Let’s be honest, the Lakers owe their fans more than what was dished up against Redan in Round 1, a 92-point thrashing.

Yes, the Lakers have lost their last 19 BFNL games but given the off-season additions, Rohan Brown’s boys fell well short on external and (surely) internal expectation.

While the Bloods assignment looms tougher again for the Lakers they should not fear Troy Scoble’s visiting party.

Why might you ask?

Since Round 6 last year the once invincible Bloods have lost to every team in the BFNL bar North Ballarat and the Lakers (draw v Ballarat).

The 2024 Premiers (18-1) have less than a 50%-win record from their last 14 home and away games (6.5/7.5) and need a spark albeit being just Round 2.

A trip to CE Brown Reserve is the last dress rehearsal for Scoble ahead of blockbuster meetings with Sunbury (A) and Darley (H).

The Bloods will look to exceed KPI numbers in a number of areas, none more so than goal conversion that has cost them some close ones in recent times.

Highly decorated x-factor forward and proud leader Braedan Kight returns to bolster the mission.

The 2024 Tony Lockett Medallist (3.1) and Sunbury sharpshooter Jake Sutton (3.6) are the only two players in the BFNL to average more than three goals per game from their last 50 outings.

While an historic win for the Lakers is highly unlikely, Brown will be demanding an immediate response from his boys so used to the underdogs tag.

Genuine top end quality has been added to the Lakers list capable of matching any side for periods.

Fingers crossed we bear witness to that and the Lakers Round 1 debacle is looked upon in hindsight as a forgiven run.

On the flipside, look for the Bloods to make a statement of their own.

Scoop’s tip: Melton

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Football Weekend Preview - Round 3, 2026

Round 3 Football Preview with 'Scoop'

Round 3 brings an all star lineup of matches, with local rivalries set to ignite, finals replays back on home turf and action set to take place under lights.

Darley
vs
Bacchus Marsh

SATURDAY APRIL 25TH - 2.55PM @ DARLEY PARK

Last time they met: Darley 15.5-95 def. Bacchus Marsh 11.12-78 (Round 13, Darley Park 2025)

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A bumper crowd is expected to descend on Darley Park for the annual Anzac Day clash between proud crosstown rivals Darley and Bacchus Marsh.

With fine conditions forecast, little room will be left for excuses in the aftermath as the improving Cobras attempt to overcome the reigning premiers.

Let’s be honest, the Devils (on spec) look to be ‘just going’ at the moment despite their 2-0 start to the season, having come from behind in both matches to earn the points.

The Cobras on the other hand have shown enough to suggest they can test Dan Jordan’s army, who remain unbeaten in their last 22 BFNL games.

It will be a huge task for Dennis Armfield and his group, a four quarter investment surely a non-negotiable if they’re to inflict what East Point went so close to doing last week, the upset of the season so far.

The Cobras won’t die wondering, nor do many sides facing the competition benchmark.

It’s a timely, early season footy audit for Bacchus Marsh who will need to find a way without four of their preferred starters in Jamie Fulton (shoulder), Jack Kovacevic (hand), Hamish Coulton (calf) and Billy Griffiths (managed).

One clear disparity favouring the Cobras is the ruck duel with Luke Goetz likely to face a rotation of part timers in the specific role.

While Goetz was dominant with his tap out differential (+22) last week against young North Ballarat tall Finn Russell, the Cobras best and fairest winner ended the afternoon -1 for hit-outs to advantage.

You can back it in Devils’ luxury trio Brett Bewley, Nick Hind and Luther Baker will be waiting feverishly at the fall of the ball, heightening the importance of the Cobras to take more advantage of another predicted landslide in tap outs.

The groundball stat is an interesting one. Sure, we’re only two games in but the Devils have yet to reach the dominant levels of last year.

The Devils ranked one in this space last year (+20 average) but find themselves in ninth (-14) after two games. Ironically, only Bacchus Marsh (-21) trails in differential.

Both sides remain a work in progress with their mid forward connection despite encouraging inside 50 numbers.

The Cobras average 49.7, the Devils 56.5. Just who can “click” with those ample number of entries will tell its own story on the scoreboard at games end.

The Cobras will miss Fulton at the source, but the form of Jack Parente, veteran Tyson Shea and Ethan McKercher has been solid enough aiding the favourable 2-1 win/loss ledger.

Denying the Devils at the source, will pose ‘a new level’ hurdle for the Cobra trio - not to mention Billy Myers who has been arguably the Devils’ most important player from their two wins.

Just on that, it will be interesting to see who Jordan sends to Cobras’ match winner Jake Owen who booted five goals against the Devils in last year’s Anzac Day clash.

Expect the Devils to put some time denying future star Josh Huxtable having an impact - especially in the Cobras front half.

The BFNL representative averages more than a goal per game from his opening three appearances, adding to his impressive 27 disposals and 6.7 score involvements (avg).

While x-factor Devils forward Will Johnson has been relatively quiet on the goal front his work inside 50 has been sound, bordering on the unselfish as the mounting number of crumb goals in the opening two games will attest.

Should be a belter if the Cobras can get into the game early. The Devils will again carry the warm favourites tag into the Derby in front of home fans and will run out the game accordingly after two previous come from behind wins.

An upset win for the Cobras would officially announce their arrival as a genuine contender but I’m tipping we will have to wait until their next meet in the second half of the season to see the Cobras at their best.

Scoop’s tip: Darley

Ballarat
vs
Lake Wendouree

SATURDAY APRIL 25TH - 3.15PM @ ALFREDTON RECREATION RESERVE

Last time they met: Ballarat 18.13-121 def. Lake Wendouree 6.5-41 (Round 13, Alfredton Oval 2025)

On current form the Swans will look to put this game away early against the Lakers, banking important percentage which could play a crucial role at the business end.

The Swans have the dynamic to stretch the Lakers in areas they haven’t been already despite two 90+ point losses.

This hit out will tell us about the offensive capabilities of the Swans with a predicted game on their own terms for long enough to post an intimidating score.

Unfortunately for the Lakers, albeit a small sample size, their trip to Alfredton Oval looks every bit daunting given star playmaker Jake Lohmann (back) is likely to miss another week. Consistent utility Angus Gove (elbow) is also sidelined.

While there were positive signs from newcomers Alfred Jarnestrom and Will Fordham, the scoreboard in isolation poses a harrowing issue for the Lakers to make an impression.

Containing Swans pair Biggie Nyuon and Patrick Graham in their time spent forward will test the magnet moving ability of Lakers’ coach Rohan Brown and his staff let alone a team defence approach.

Lakers’ ruckman Tom Zampatti is an invaluable asset applying his craft but numbers around the source are in need of a major spike to deny the Swans a copy-paste version of the Lakers’ opening two rounds.

Brown will show up in full swing with his charges expecting to win but the reality is, on the back of two 24-goal concedes in as many matches, it’s hard to envisage the needle moving enough to trouble the Swans.

The improved structure and experience at the Swans has seen continued growth in their spread stocks despite a 15-point loss to the Burra last week.

While the Lakers focus of attention leans to the resting tall timber forward, do not discard the lead up ability of Jack O’Brien who has proven more than capable hitting the scoreboard.

O’Brien on first impressions resembles the old school lead up forward who can take a grab and convert.

So, what’s a par result for the Lakers come the final siren?

Earning the tick of approval from their coach and fellow teammates in the effort and execution space would be a small step forward in the direction many anticipated a given at the start of the season.

Sure, the Lakers are coming from a fair way back but even a hint of the Anzac spirit shown on such a special day will at least ask questions of a Swans outfit who are expected to win and win well.

Scoop’s tip: Ballarat

Sunbury
vs
Melton

SATURDAY APRIL 25TH - 5.15PM @ CLARKE OVAL

Last time they met: Sunbury 17.12-114 def. Melton 15.10-100 (Preliminary Final Over Time, Marty Busch Reserve 2025)

The “system based” Bloods head to the wide expanses of Clarke Oval for another crack at the Lions in a replay of last year’s preliminary final.

While a repeat of the nail-biting draw witnessed at Marty Busch Reserve at their last outing is improbable, we can at least forecast a close one on present form, acknowledging a small sample size.

Both sides are 1-1 on the win/loss front but something tells me it’s Troy Scoble’s visiting party that have more at stake regarding their early standing in the competition.

Sure, the Bloods beat up on their “bunnies” in the Lakers last week but this well drilled Lions outfit will ask questions of the depth at Scoble’s disposal given up to five premiership players Ryan Carter, Jordy Kight, Ryan Davis, Lachie Watkins and Max Scoble are likely to be sidelined for another week.

There’s rarely any place to hide on Clarke Oval as the Bloods found out at their last visit, beaten comfortably, 100-40.

The Bloods managed just six goals for the afternoon, four coming off the boot of gun, spiritual leader Braedan Kight.

Scoble would be the first to concede they were handed a lesson around the ball, but the return of Jackob Hickey will provide a major boost despite the Lions inclusion of Josh Guthrie who too missed the Round 18 clash.

With the unlikelihood of Jake Sutton taking his part, the onus on the Lions reaping a greater spread of goalkickers remains a work in progress despite obvious dangers, Daniel Johnston and Pat Scanlon.

The once revered, organised, impenetrable defence of the Bloods has shown encouraging signs in the opening couple of weeks with Jordy Cotter, Harry Handley and Adrian Monitto in full flight, and cherry ripe for the challenge.

Sunbury have won eight (twice v Melton) of their last 11 BFNL games, losing only to Darley.

So, this potential classic will tell us more about the Bloods than it will the Lions who are likely to be without Sutton, Mitch McLean (quad), Zach Stephens (broken arm), Jack Newitt (test) and speedster Cody Bramble (test) who is nears a long-awaited return from an ACL.

“Prep” should be familiar for Lions’ coach Matty White in the “oppo” space.

Contain the Carters, the Kights and the rebound of Cotter and Handley - you’re halfway there.

Easier said than done.

Scoop’s tip: Sunbury

Sebastopol
vs
Redan

SATURDAY APRIL 25TH - 6.15PM @ MARTY BUSCH RESERVE

Last time they met: Sebastopol 8.8-56 def. Redan 7.12-54 (Round 14, Marty Busch Reserve 2025)

The Burra must continue its winning momentum when they host the Lions under the lights at Marty Busch Reserve from 6.15pm.

The equation should hold no ‘left field’ surprises for Sebastopol coach Tony Lockyer, but what will be asked of his undefeated charges is consistency.

That alone, given the Burras’ opening two wins, should be enough despite key pairing Lachie Cassidy and Bailey Medwell likely to be sidelined for another week.

Sebastopol’s three GFL gains in the off season are mounting their claim among the top echelon of pickups already, despite the small sample size.

The Burra must be travelling alright if former St Joey’s talent Felix Henderson could not make it into the ‘best’ last week after his brow raising 36 disposal return against Ballarat.

And let’s not forget the Burras organic stocks that have featured prominently in the opening two rounds.

X-factor forward Adam Forbes (nine goals) leads the Tony Lockett Medal tally and is sure to attract the attention of Redan coach Marc Greig in his planning.

Veteran leader Luke Kiel is expected to make a swift return raising the degrees of difficulty for the visitors.

Sure, the Burra downed the highly touted Swans in their last hit out by a modest 15 points but it was the 32 scoring shots to 22 that drew the attention, giving every indication Lockyer’s army will prove the testing material against any opposition moving forward.

Redan however, fairness to them, won’t be rocking up under the lights for a party - in fact Greig’s Pride, a balanced mix of youth and experience will embark on Marty Busch Reserve with every intention of winning.

Following their 92-point win over the Lakers, the Lions showed plenty of grit to outscore 2025 Grand Finalists Sunbury in the second half last week, giving every indication this twilight meet could be closer than once thought.

The Bond boys, Taj and Lachie, pose an aerial threat of concern for the Burras’ back six, especially if ball magnets Brodie Pope and Rory Gunsser can extricate some forward half momentum.

The wealth of experience from both camps will come as no surprise to Lockyer or Greig given their celebrated history. With that comes undeniable, mutual respect.

Just who can settle first under the elements, albeit night footy, and make the most of their opportunities will go a long way determining the result.

Scoop’s tip: Sebastopol

North Ballarat
vs
East Point

SUNDAY APRIL 26TH - 2.15PM @ MARS STADIUM

Last time they met: East Point 17.16-118 def. North Ballarat 5.20-40 (Round 10, Eastern Oval 2025)

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The Roosters host the next generation talent of the Kangaroos at Mars Stadium on Sunday.

Experienced mentor and Roosters’ coach Clint Proctor will look at putting this game to bed early, fully aware the potential dangers a young group with any momentum present.

The Kangas, despite a 0-3 record, took it up to the all-conquering Devils last week, leading the game until very late, before Brett Bewley and Billy Myers found another level to deny coach Joe Carmody the upset of the season.

Proctor would’ve seen the vision, the buy-in across the board from the Kangas, palpable.

The experienced heads at East Point are leading by example, all have earned the nod of approval featuring prominently in the best players.

Rising star Jarrod Joyce is proving a focal point up forward and surely the attention of the Roosters’ hierarchy for a targeted role.

Match ups aside, North Ballarat needs to reclaim its aura at Mars Stadium. The days of fearing the Roosters on their home deck are feeling like a thing of the past for rival teams.

The Roosters fell short in their season opener against Ballarat making it three losses from their last four home games.

Time to make a statement, a correction on that if they’re to pose a genuine title threat moving forward.

The Roosters have enviable talent, and a more mature mix of youth and experience than, not only the Kangas, but most BFNL sides.

Sam Glover, Josh Morris and Denver Grainger-Barras would stretch any opposition in local footy, let alone Jai Lockett and Jamie Quick on a good day around the sticks.

What you get from Brock Leonard, Elliott Lamb and Isaac Carey is a model of consistency while Sam Artz, Darby McGuigan, Harvey Lewis, Wilbur Shea, Taj Bowman and Will Quinlan are just some of the running types between the arcs capable of impacting games on a weekly basis.

All bring form into Sunday’s hit out with East Point who is committed to the rebuild naming up to seven players with 10 games or less senior experience.

As brave as the Kangas were last week, the task for a predominantly young group to reproduce those “highs’ will be a tough one.

Scoop’s tip: North Ballarat

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Football Weekend Preview - Round 4, 2026

With the action heating up, Round 4 supplies some must win clashes already at this point of the season as our clubs look to consolidate their early starts.

Redan
vs
Ballarat

SATURDAY MAY 2ND - 2.15PM @ MARTY BUSCH RESERVE

Last time they met: Ballarat 13.11-89 def. Redan 9.10-64 (Alfredton Oval, Round 18 2025)

While the Swans sit comfortably inside the top six ahead of the ledger (2-1 & 126%), closing the gap between their best and worst remains an ongoing mission for coach Ash Baker.

You could’ve knocked the competition interest over with a feather last week to find the Swans trailing the Lakers at half time on current form.

Credit to the Lakers for showing signs of improvement albeit for a half before the Swans got back to work, going on to win by 57 points.

Unfortunately for Redan, they need everything to go their way on the injury front having witnessed firsthand last week the problems a few key outs can have on a young group with up to 10 players representing, still eligible for the Under 19s.

What we have found, for those that didn’t know already Marc Greig is the ideal mentor for a developing group and is surrounded by some key experience both on and off field.
The Lions at their peak will trouble all sides for periods but for how long separates those inside the six from those who are not.

Another challenge presents for Greig up against the tall timber at the Swans.

Containing Biggie Nyuon and Patrick Graham forward is a tough ask as we refer to every week not to mention Alex Keath across half back.

Swans midfielder Brad Crouch had arguably his best game last week and will look to carry on that form against more challenging opposition as they come to hand.

The Lions are clearly at a loss without Brodie Pope (finger) and Lachlan Bond (suspended).

The Swans are doing enough for periods to find the line; their best is very good.

Harnessing momentum against will be a watch for the Swans given you would expect their time spent with it, will prove more than enough to earn the points.

Scoop’s tip: Ballarat

North Ballarat
vs
Sunbury

SATURDAY MAY 2ND - 2.15PM @ MARS STADIUM

Last time they met: North Ballarat 6.8-44 def. Melton 4.4-29 (Mars Stadium, Round 13 2025)

The Roosters will look to consolidate their recent form with a third win on the trot when they host a wounded Sunbury at Mars Stadium.

While Clint Proctor’s group made light work of an East Point side four games into a rebuild, it would be bordering on ignorance if you were not impressed with what the Roosters delivered.

Their Round 2 win over Bacchus Marsh a week earlier was essentially the first step into how the Roosters want to look like under Proctor in his second year at the helm.

Any resemblance of further progress from Proctors group will spell trouble for Matty White’s travelling party who sit in 8th place on the ladder and just one win from their opening three games.

Expect at least a handful of Sunbury players from their 2025 grand final side to miss, not to mention Josh Guthrie (hamstring) and newcomer Keenan O’Shea, elevating the hosts to outright favourites.

Nonetheless, Proctor can’t afford to contemplate the ‘have nots’ out of the Sunbury camp, rather continue the build on his own plan that is showing plenty of promise in the opening month.

The organisation and form of Sam Glover and Josh Morris down back, the run and carry of next gen trio Taj Bowman, Will Quinlan and Reggie Palmer and heavy load shouldered by Brock Leonard, Elliott Lamb and Tom Bromley-Lynch has given forwards Denver Grainger Barrass, Jye Lockett and Jamie Quick a host of entries to capitalise - and that they are!

Sunbury’s makeshift 22 will arrive with a plan, some with an opportunity to cement a spot, proving their worth on the big stage.

I don’t envy White’s mission without the likes of Jake Sutton, Zach Stevens, Jordan Tentonello, Mitch McLean, Guthrie and O’Shea.

On paper, it’s North Ballarat who hold the aces despite the Lions undeniable top end talent led by Jake Egan and Tyson Lever.

However, if the Roosters are slightly off their tucker, beware of the hungry Pride.
White is a proud leader of his men so expect an immediate response from last week’s 83-point drubbing at the hands of Melton.
If the Roosters can withstand the heat early in the name of a hunting Pride, North Ballarat will be well on their way consolidating a spot in the top six (3-1) ahead of another blockbuster home game against the Bloods (2-1).

Scoop’s tip: North Ballarat

Melton
vs
Darley

SATURDAY MAY 2ND - 2.15PM @ MACPHERSON PARK

Last time they met: Darley 12.7-79 def. Melton 11.10-76 (Darley Park, Round 11 2025)

Expect the Devils’ 23-game winning streak to be challenged on Saturday when they head to MacPherson Park to take on the Bloods.

Sure, the Bloods will be a little shy of their best 22 but they have proven a bogie team for Dan Jordan’s all conquering army having won four of the past five meetings.

For the record the Devils last defeat came in Round 1 last year at the hands of the Bloods at this very venue.

Melton coach Troy Scoble will have had this ‘Match of the Round’ on his radar for some time and done his due diligence on the progression of the Devils.

While appreciating the reigning premier’s obvious firepower, you can take it to the bank Scoble will back in his system getting the job done.

You know what you’re going to get from the Devils, the evidence speaks for itself. They’re healthy, on the up into the new season and hunting the complete four quarter performance.

Denying the Devils intent will be an afternoon long battle for the Bloods who returned with a bang on the road last week, thrashing Sunbury by 83 points.

Jordan will have done his homework and plotted his own plan undoing the Bloods in front of their own fans.

Playmakers Braedan Kight, Liam Carter, Kyle Borg and rebound defender Jordy Cotter loom the obvious threats derailing the Devils dream run.

Kight arrives on the back of eight goals last week and will have earned a target match up.

In the last three season’s the x-factor forward has been held goal less just once - extraordinary effort.

But where do you start if you’re Scoble trying to find the right balance between containing the Devils’ mounting star power and etching a plan offensively capable?

While the 2024 premiership coach has found a way in all bar one of his matchups with the Devils, Scoble would be the first to concede a repeat success given the current landscape would be his best yet.

Scoop’s tip: Darley

Lake Wendouree
vs
Sebastopol

SATURDAY MAY 2ND - 2:15PM @ CE BROWN RESERVE

Last time they met: Lake Wendouree 11.10-76 def. by Sebastopol 20.14-134 (CE Brown Reserve, Round 12 2025)

The spirited Burra will look to maintain their early season form with a big win over the Lakers at CE Brown Reserve.

For Tony Lockyer’s men eyeing a 4-0 start, they will want to use Saturday’s hit out as the final tune up ahead of ‘big boy’ month with meetings against Sunbury (A), Darley (H), North Ballarat (H) and Melton (A) to follow.

Sebastopol are flying at the moment - even without key midfielders Lachie Cassidy and Bailey Medwell, who are closing in on a timely return.

In their absence, the Burra have used the opportunity to explore the ‘make-up’ of their midfield and what it looks like moving forward - all at the feet of in-form ruckman Toby Hutt.

Newcomers Felix Henderson, Jack Buckley and Joel Edwards have announced their arrivals at Sebastopol with an impressive opening month.

All have enjoyed either high numbers around the ball or in Edwards’ case, a bag of five goals last week just to loosen the collar.

The former GFL trio have taken some of the attention away from more familiar names in Jack Bambury, Luke Kiel, Hutt and Lockyer himself who continues to pose one of the more difficult match ups in the competition.

While Lockyer would be the first to acknowledge the challenges ahead, the task at hand in the form of the Lakers cannot be underestimated.

A win foremost, getting through unscathed, improving touch, connection and compliance will be high on Lockyer’s wish list for this week, plain and simple.

For Rohan Brown’s Lakers, how encouraging was it to see them lead the Swans at half time last week with spruik recruits Will Fordham and Corey Rich featuring prominently.

Hopefully the first half was replayed to the group during the week as motivation for what buy-in and belief will get you.

“More of the same for longer please”, will not only be Brown’s wish, but that from the competition more broadly.

The BFNL would love to see the Lakers give this a shake, but on form you can’t go passed the Burra making the perfect 4-0 start to their season.

Scoop’s tip: Sebastopol

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Football Weekend Preview - Round 5, 2026

Round 5 Football Preview with 'Scoop'

As the colder weather sets in the action is heating up as we enter a scintillating Round 5 fixture with plenty of questions looking to be answered.

Bacchus Marsh
vs
Redan

SATURDAY MAY 9TH - 2.15PM @ MADDINGLEY PARK

Last time they met: Bacchus Marsh 11.13-79 def Redan 7.14-56 (Round 10, Maddingley Park 2025)

The Cobras should be fresh and raring to go after a week off ahead of their must win clash against Redan at Maddingley Park.

Coach Dennis Armfield has utilised the time well to work on a few things and will be hopeful a response in the compliance space is restored after their disappointing second half fade out against the Devils in Round 3.

The Cobras impressed winning their opening two games but struggled to maintain the spark for long enough in their previous two.

It’s hoping a timely rest, a reset of sorts, proves the catalyst for a return to the winners list.

While the Cobras will start warm favourites, you can’t put a reservation on the capabilities of a young side like Redan given any momentum.

There are just enough experienced soldiers in the Lions’ camp to help steer the ship if they’re in a position to win.

One thing is for certain; Redan are well coached and will not leave any stone unturned despite having 18 of their 22 last week aged 21 or under.

While out classed against unbeaten Sebastopol, the Lions were in their game at halftime against Ballarat, within five goals of Sunbury and did what they had to when putting away the Lakers.

Greig’s pride will be buoyed with the inclusion of more experienced campaigners Lachlan Bond, Jordy Grant and Jacob Werts (test) while they will have to wait on the availability of Rory Gunsser who debuted for Geelong VFL. Ball magnet Brodie Pope remains sidelined with a work injury.

The Cobras will be made to earn the points, with onus on their mid-forward connection to be a major player determining the length of separation on the scoreboard.

Jake Owen is the obvious focal point, but there are a number of others more than capable impacting the contest in the air or at ground level if the game can be played on the Cobras terms.

Whether silky mover Josh Huxtable attracts the attention of a tag will be a watch out of the Greig camp given his creative influence.

Given the age profile at Greig’s disposal, it’s not about wins and losses but he’ll give them every chance to orchestrate an upset win on the road. Momentum will be the key for their young group.

Big men Lachie and Taj Bond will ask questions of the Cobras’ defence while the progression of young winger Oliver Pittard (in best 4/4) has been encouraging.

Expect the Cobras to bounce back to the winners list and kick away late after an even first half.

Scoop’s tip: Bacchus Marsh

Ballarat
vs
East Point

SATURDAY MAY 9TH - 2.15PM @ ALFREDTON RESERVE

Last time they met: East Point 17.9-111 def. Ballarat 10.8-68 (Round 15, Eastern Oval 2025)

The Swans remain a work in progress despite their impressive 3-1 start to the season and must embrace their next challenge against East Point accordingly.

While Ash Baker’s group have won a respectable 10/16 quarters this season, they have trailed both the Lakers and Redan at the first change in the last fortnight.

Furthermore, the Lakers still led the Swans at the half, while in Redan’s case, the game was still in the balance with just a goal separating the two..

Sure, East Point haven’t won a game in the infancy of their rebuild but a sniff of momentum afforded to the Kangas may be all they need to scare the Swans, chasing the complete four quarter performance.

The Kangas should be fresh after the week off in an otherwise demanding competition, to hit the ground running albeit on the road at Alfredton Oval.

Can the Swans deny the midfield experience still at the Kangas’ first use and minimise their forward half entries?

Expect the contest to be ferocious early, a battle of ‘the first to crack’.

While Baker will be all over the Swans correcting on their slow starts, you can guarantee the Kangas will see that stat in isolation as an opportunity to kickstart momentum, despite the underdogs tag.

There’s many a proud member within the Kangas’ line up who would be frustrated with the reality of a 0-4 ledger that can often translate following a reset.

So, heed the advice Swans, get cracking early or risk these proud Kangas coming for you on your home deck.

Star Kangas’ utility Jacob Brown returns and will champing at the bit to have an immediate impact after what he endured (watching) on the sidelines against North Ballarat.

The Swans have an exciting mix of player type and capabilities. Getting that enviable spread to connect over four quarters would be the testing material for any opposition.

For the immediate task at hand however, another forward showing from Baker’s bevy, a game on their terms for longer, should be enough to hold out a willing and eager Kangas outfit.

Scoop’s tip: Ballarat

North Ballarat
vs
Melton

SATURDAY MAY 9TH - 2.15PM @ MARS STADIUM

Last time they met: North Ballarat 3.6-24 def. by Melton 4.5-29 (Mars Stadium, Round 14 2025)

The Roosters are beginning to live up to early (external) expectations with three wins on the bounce but must raise the bar again to overcome the Bloods.

North Ballarat coach Clint Proctor is no fool and would have watched the Bloods tape and identified how they were able to get away with the Devils again.

One win over the reigning premiers could be considered a surprise but five of the last six - that’s a pattern.

Proctor must find the ‘solution’ if they’re to deny an underestimated, understrength Bloods’ system.

The Roosters had two cracks at the Bloods last year and could’ve and should’ve won them both!

A failed third attempt, albeit their first meeting in 2026, will shed further light on where the two teams are at.

The Bloods have little to prove given their recent successes and will embrace the underdogs tag for a third week in a row like a duck to water.

However, given the Bloods’ past fortnight and the realities of ongoing injury and unavailability, don’t be surprised if coach Troy Scoble opts for the ‘long game’ or preservation mode for the Mars Stadium assignment.

The ‘Blooderhood’, still a handful shy of their best, will back in their system that withstood all of Sunbury and Darley, roll with their youth and see what that delivers.

No point wasting crucial assets if indeed they’re not ready - in May!

North Ballarat are flying in all areas of the ground at the moment, the buy-in and compliance under captain Elliott Lamb and Proctor is palpable.

The Roosters have won 11 of their previous 12 quarters, including their last two games at home.

Unfortunately for the Bloods, their much-celebrated defence will need to contain Denver Grainger Barras in what will likely be his last game until August due to travel. Also consider dangerous pair Jamie Quick and Jye Lockett who have hit the scoreboard with a bag of six goals and five respectively in the last fortnight.

Despite the Bloods’ unquestionable momentum with wins over both of last year’s grand finalists in successive weeks, surely, they can’t reproduce that level again and deny a fit and fresh Roosters outfit keen to make a statement of their own in front of home fans and the competition more broadly.

Scoop’s tip: North Ballarat

Darley
vs
Lake Wendouree

SATURDAY MAY 9TH - 2.15PM @ DARLEY PARK

Last time they met: Darley 24.20-164 def. Lake Wendouree 5.11-41 (Round 14, Darley Park 2025)

After a taxing month against four of last year’s finalists the Devils get the opportunity to spread their wings on home soil against the winless Lakers.

Sure, their 23-game winning streak came to a surprise end for a few last week, but the reality is the Bloods have won five of their last six meetings head-to-head under Troy Scoble.

Devils’ coach Dan Jordan will use the afternoon to work on any areas of their game he has identified needs room for improvement ahead of a huge match up on the road with Sebastopol (currently 4-0) in Round 6.

If I was to be picky the reigning premier’s first quarters are in need of a spark having returned below par numbers of 8.16 on the scoring front, clearly their worst of any term in their opening four rounds.

The Lakers are 6.12 in the same stat for measure.

The form of dual Henderson Medallist and Devils’ captain Brett Bewley sees him in rare air with a collective 100 disposals over the last fortnight.

Touted Lakers’ off-season additions not shy on experience will see first-hand the buy-in the former Fremantle Docker provides leading by example.

Will Fordham, Corey Rich, Alfred Jarnestrom and Louis Antonac are four quality players tipped to have an impact on the Lakers’ fortunes, but a first win still eludes them.

The assignment for Rohan Brown’s group, who concede just shy of 150 points per game on average across the first four rounds, does not get any easier heading into one of the toughest road trips in the BFNL.

The Devils will be hungry to atone for their loss last week and regain the kind of touch that saw them so dominant for the best part of 12 months.

The timing for the Lakers copping the Devils is not ideal.

Expect favourable, compelling numbers to bat deep for Jordan’s men in the aftermath, not to mention on the goal front.

Scoop’s tip: Darley

Sunbury
vs
Sebastopol

SATURDAY MAY 9TH - 2.15PM @ CLARKE OVAL

Last time they met: Sebastopol 13.6-84 def. by Sunbury 15.7-97 (Round 15, Marty Busch Reserve 2025)

The embattled Sunbury Lions face another gruelling test in more ways than one when they prepare for the undefeated Burra at the weekend.

Six missing staples from the Sunbury line up last week will face fitness tests in a race against time to aid the rebound off two compelling losses to Melton and North Ballarat.

Josh Guthrie, Fraser Ampulski, Tyson Cook, Brock Landt (unlikely), Mitch McLean and Nathan Wood will be put through their paces for a desperate recall.

The timing of the draw didn’t help Matty White’s depleted pride at all, copping the Bloods, the Roosters and now the high-flying Burra.

White, like opposing coach Tony Lockyer, is quite the diplomat in these circumstances.

It’s an “it is what it is” scenario despite the obvious frustrations. From the outside, you have to wonder if the Lions’ interrupted prep with weddings, cricket finals and the like has denied them the ideal preparation with most having missed large periods of games in the pre-season.

Anyway, enough of that. White has made zero reference to the quandary the Lions are in on the casualty front so let’s reason with the ‘what haves’.

Well, what Sebastopol ‘have’ is a thriving list arriving on the back of four wins.

However, the Burra’s next month will tell us more of where they sit in the pecking order having played three of the bottom four sides who have won just one game between them.

Sebastopol’s three recruits from the GFL in Felix Henderson, Jack Buckley and Joel Edwards have been significant - they would be loving their short time in the new colours.

I’m sure Lockyer would’ve advised them of the realities that lay forward despite the week-by-week cliche approach.

Looks like Lockyer will get the Lions well shy of their best 22 but it won’t stop him from reaching higher, asking more of their own capabilities.

Bailey Medwell and Lachie Cassidy returned last week and will be better for the run, timely ahead of a trip to Clarke Oval.

Leading forward Joel Edwards will be brimming with confidence on the back of his 12 goals last week as would Adam Forbes given his consistency around the sticks.

The competition is very even for the most part, the intent on the footy uncompromising regardless of the score line.

If the Burra cannot overcome a vulnerable Lions outfit that would be a disappointing result for Lockyer.

In closing, the Burra have spent too long dealing with their own frustrations over recent times - they’re as fit and as healthy as they’ve been in years.

Lockyer has lived through it all - best make it count!

Scoop’s tip: Sebastopol

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Football Weekend Preview - Round 6, 2026

Round 6 Football Preview with Scoop

The Round 6 fixture promises plenty of big blockbusters as teams continue to grapple over the BFNL ladder while looking for valuable wins across the board.

Bacchus Marsh
vs
Sunbury

SATURDAY MAY 16TH - 2.15PM @ MADDINGLEY PARK

Last time they met: Bacchus Marsh 12.6-78 def. by Sunbury 14.13-97 (Round 17, Maddingley Park 2025)

There’s arguably no more important game amidst a blockbuster Round 6 BFNL fixture when the Cobras host the Lions at Maddingley Park.

While we savoured the heroics of Sunbury’s backs-to-the-wall win over Sebastopol last week, Matty White’s pride must stay in the present or risk falling short against a more than capable Cobras outfit under Dennis Armfield.

The Cobras’ 65-point win over Redan last week may have been lost in the wash to a degree given it was not only their biggest win of the season but Redan’s second biggest loss in their opening five rounds.

Armfield’s quiver did a lot right last week at this very venue, their key players were not only significant but the contributions from their next tier were enough to suggest they will take it right up to last year’s grand finalists who may take some time shaking the emotional highs of last week.

The reality is the Cobras are sixth with three wins (99%) and Sunbury seventh on two wins (75%). Given the sample size of the opening five rounds, we can safely assume the race for a spot in the top six is down to seven teams.

Just who can record the best results head-to-head against those seven are likely to feature, adding further weight of importance to this contest.

How will the four players for Sunbury who returned from injury front up on the road second up? The nature of injury can lean to a second up plateau in performance, anything resembling that could spell danger for White’s pride.

If Bacchus Marsh can start on the right foot like they did last week it will go a long way towards claiming a second scalp already this year. Season results so far indicate you don’t want to be chasing the game, arresting momentum.

While both sides have shown they can put together back-to-back goals for periods, similar concedes (goals against) guarantee this game will be decided in the ‘momentum’ space.

Sunbury welcome back reigning Henderson Medallist Jake Egan (Essendon VFL) and is likely to be a thorn in the Cobras’ fortunes for the most part.

Cobras spearhead Jake Owen is a handful at the best of times and will ask questions of a Sunbury defence who thrive on rebound led by Tyson Lever.

Quality of entries aiding that mid-forward connection will also be a telling feature as Lions’ forward pair Daniel Johnston and Pat Scanlon look for any aerial advantage.

Gee, my gut was leaning to Bacchus Marsh to cause an upset until I heard of Egan’s imminent return.

After more thought, the sense of an upset still remains. Ignore the current standings of the McDonald’s BFNL ladder, the Lions are favourites albeit on the road.

Scoop’s tip: Bacchus Marsh

Melton
vs
Ballarat

SATURDAY MAY 16TH - 2.15PM @ MACPHERSON PARK

Last time they met: Melton 9.15-69 drew with Ballarat 11.3-69

The Swans leave the city of Ballarat for the first time this season for an enthralling meeting with the Bloods.

It’s always a test down the highway given the four sides in the ‘East’ all played finals last year.

Sure, Ballarat enjoyed an afternoon of the finals action themselves but outside of ‘Brick city’ for the touring party, the degrees of difficulty are raised, like it or not.

However, Swans’ coach Ash Baker will arrive confident he has the right mix of experience and talent, not to mention Ballarat’s point of difference.

The reference to the tall timber stocks at the Swans does get a little monotonous but the reality is - they are the significant point of difference.

Expect Biggie Nyuon to return after a rest from general soreness while Patrick Graham and key back Alex Keith should be keen to exploit their vertical advantage over an unsettled Bloods line up.

Yes, the Bloods can’t take a trick at the moment. In fact, ‘the moment’ is extending near the 12-month period with no less than five players missing from their best 22 from week to week.

Just who lines up for the Bloods this week, not even coach Troy Scoble will know until as late as Saturday morning such has been the frustrations of sidelined personnel.

If the Bloods can recapture the form that saw them account for last year’s grand finalists in successive weeks in Rounds 3 and 4, surely that alone makes a genuine case for them getting the job done on their own ‘dung hill’.

The Bloods have proven they can scrap with the best despite ‘men down’, their wins over Sunbury, Darley and last year’s preliminary final near miss will attest.

What version we see of the ‘Bloodahood’ this weekend will tell its own story on the scoreboard come 5pm.

Last week, up and about early before getting smashed. The ‘tipping point’ had finally claimed the Bloods for the last three quarters at Mars Stadium.

Can they bounce back quickly and deny a progressive Swans bevy, potentially vulnerable first up on the road?

The Swans’ list of talent rivals the Bloods on paper, however getting it done at Maccy Park gives me a leaning toward the hosts, but I wouldn’t be surprised if mistaken.

In the event of the Swans claiming the points it’s then they will have announced their arrival as a legitimate contender with a tough month ahead post the interleague bye.

If the Swans get the road scalp, three of their next four games are at home despite stiff opposition, a real chance to set up their season already buoyed with a 4-1 start.

For the Bloods, they can’t afford to look too far ahead - just one week at a time given their situation. No win can be considered a ‘lock’ given their current landscape.

Something tells me they might do enough to hold out the Swans in a tight one.

Curious to see how Scoble deals with the trumpeter Swans and how Baker denies the Bloods rebound defence and x-factor forward Braedan Kight an afternoon on their terms.

Should be a ‘biggie’!

Scoop’s tip: Melton

Redan
vs
North Ballarat

SATURDAY MAY 16TH - 2.15PM @ CITY OVAL

Last time they met: North Ballarat 13.22-100 def. Redan 11.6-72

While the timing for the Lions to host red-hot North Ballarat is not ideal, coach Marc Greig will embrace the challenge as another opportunity for his young group to grow.

The Roosters have won their last four games in a row and sit on top of the BFNL table with a superior percentage and will look to build on that ahead of the May 23rd break.

Just to revisit that timing notion mentioned at the top for a second, Saturday will mark the highly anticipated debut of former SANFL ruckman Dave Brinker-Ritchie in Roosters’ colours.

The North Melbourne VFL listed talent has been held back due to ongoing knee soreness but has been cleared to play, adding to the spoil of riches at coach Clint Proctor’s disposal.

In fairness Proctor hasn’t had it all his own way in recent weeks with injuries to Brock Leonard (knee), Wilbur Shea (shoulder - season), Fletcher Loader (foot - season) and the more recent departure of Denver Grainger-Barras who is heading overseas (pre-planned) before a return to finals.

It’s arguably the first time Proctor, now in his second year, can openly cope with losing a few soldiers given the way his team have bought into the structure and execution of a plan.

While there were never any doubts on the Roosters’ a-grade spine, the impact of their spread players was always going to ask questions.

If the opening five rounds are any indication, the buy-in and compliance of the group has been nothing short of impressive as their place on the BFNL ladder will attest.

Sam Glover and Josh Morris have been the cornerstone in defence, rank one in the competition for scores against (46.2) and have yet to play two of the bottom three sides.

Redan will have very little investment in the numbers which does allow them freedoms without reservation.

Greig has his young group building from week to week endeavouring to stay in games for longer or at least fighting it out to the very finish.

That theory was noted last week despite the Lions’ 65-point loss to the Cobras.

The relatively more experienced Bond boys in Lachlan, Taj and Daniel, alongside Lachlan McLean and sprightly young talent Oliver Pittard provide some dangerous offensive presence while the distribution of Harry Lawson was very encouraging.

Unfortunately, the Lions have too many injuries to key players that would’ve at least made a case for mounting an upset.

While it’s not all about win/loss for Greig in his first season at helm of such a young group, rather an eye to ‘keep moving forward’.

However, the requirements of this editorial says I have to make a call regardless.

Scoop’s tip: North Ballarat

Sebastopol
vs
Darley

SATURDAY MAY 16TH - 2.15PM @ MARTY BUSCH RESERVE

Last time they met: Darley 16.15-111 def. Sebastopol 6.10-46

This star-studded matchup between the Burra and the Devils has the potential to go down to the wire when the two sides face off at Marty Busch Reserve.

The Burra were disappointing last week on the road to Sunbury but that, in hindsight, should come as no surprise, considering the proud club has NEVER won at Clarke Oval (0-23).

At home against the Devils won’t be an easy assignment by any stretch for Tony Lockyer’s 4-1 outfit but the weekend bares as good as time as any to take down the reigning premiers, despite an imposing 24-1 record from their last 25 BFNL games.

Sebastopol coach Tony Lockyer will welcome the challenge in front of home fans despite their recent struggles against the black and white.

Newcomers Joel Edwards, Jack Buckley, Felix Henderson and returning Bailey Medwell complement an already talented and healthy list ready to embrace another footy audit amidst a testing 2026 season.

The failings of the Burra last week may work in Lockyer’s favour, with a greater focus on their own process as opposed to being preoccupied with the long list of enviable, very real challenges within the Devils’ line up.

Sure, Dan Jordan’s army could not have impressed more last week against the Lakers but the reality is the unofficial competition benchmark has had to come from behind in near all of their games this season to get the job done.

While the Devils remain a work in progress, the degrees of difficulty on the road will ask questions of their resilience putting a four-quarter performance together against quality opposition.

Jordan would be the first to concede such comfort has yet to materialise.

Burra key soldiers in Lockyer, Luke Kiel, Toby and Ben Hutt, Lachlan Cassidy, Adam Forbes and Jack Bambury to name a few, will be fully aware what lies in waiting but for the Devils it’s somewhat of a different story given the hosts off season inclusions and rare, full bill of health.

The Devils’ recent record is compelling, too many names to mention but all too familiar for Lockyer given recent history.

Run with roles, targeted match ups or simply a head-to-head approach lies in the trusting hands of the beholders.

While the stakes pale in comparison to what’s to come at the business end, good

luck convincing either of these league heavyweights.

Should be a cracker, here’s hoping expectations live up to the billing.

Scoop’s tip: Darley

Lake Wendouree
Vs
East Point

SATURDAY MAY 16TH - 2.15PM @ C.E BROWN RESERVE

Last time they met: Lake Wendouree 5.12-42 def. by East Point 14.23-107

While neither side is yet to win a game, expect the Kangas to enter Saturday’s contest at CE Brown Reserve warm favourites.

Unfortunately, key personnel from both camps are expected to miss.

The Lakers’ highly touted recruit Will Fordham (leg-unlikely) joins integral teammates Jake Lohmann (hamstring), Angus Gove (elbow) and Joel O’Connell (leg) on the sidelines while the Kangas prepare without Jarrod Joyce (knee), Jacob Brown (hamstring), Geordie Slater (knee) and the unlikelihood of inside mid Mickijta Rotomuh-Onus (groin).

The Lakers have shown some resistance early in games including a first half win over the Swans and booted three of the first four goals of the game last week against reigning premiers Darley.

On the flipside the Kangas matched it with the Swans for three quarters to be within touch and stretched the Devils into time on before a late rally from Dan Jordan’s men averted the upset of the season.

The concern for the Lakers is their leaky defence who have been extended little favours from their midfield counterparts in the form of low pressured entries.

Last week was the prime example despite an obvious gulf in class and experience.

The Lakers conceded 26 unanswered goals which is enough to suggest they may need to shift a few magnets, minimising the damage moving forward.

If that example in isolation is not enough, the 162-point average concede over the opening 5 rounds rings alarm bells.

The Kangas have endured their own struggles in the rebuild conceding on average 108 points per game but have been more competitive on the offensive front averaging 54 points per game compared to the Lakers’ 41.

Kangas’ coach Joe Carmody has too many potential winners head-to-head across the ground to be troubled by Rohan Brown’s Lakers for long enough to be concerned.

But try telling that to Carmody!

The experienced mentor won’t take anything for granted, acutely aware of the benefits a win can do for the morale of a club in the infancy of a rebuild.

It’s fair to assume Brown is in a similar boat with his boys, desperate for a win and the spoils that come with it.

However, the reality of the Lakers securing the premiership points appears beyond them.

Expect the Kangas to notch up their first win of the season and celebrate in song as if it were a final.

Scoop’s tip: East Point

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