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Finals Round 1 Melton vs Bacchus Marsh

  • Match Time and Date: 2025-08-31 14:15
  • Home Team Primary Colour: #730027
  • Away Team Primary Colour: #000000
  • Combined Player Stats:
    • Player Name: Max Scoble, Player Number: 2, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 6, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Ryan Carter, Player Number: 23, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 1, Player Clearances: 0, 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: 5, Player Disposals: 15, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 11, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Braedan Kight, Player Number: 7, Player Goals: 7, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 16, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 8, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Lachlan Watkins, Player Number: 8, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 0, Player Disposals: 5, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 0, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, 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: 4, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 5, 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: Jack Walker, Player Number: 11, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 15, Player Disposals: 28, Player Kicks: 17, Player Handballs: 11, Player Marks: 7, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 8, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Brody Sullivan, Player Number: 12, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 9, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 2, 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: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 10, Player Disposals: 22, Player Kicks: 18, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 6, 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: 7, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 4, 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: Kyle Borg, Player Number: 16, Player Goals: 3, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 16, Player Kicks: 15, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 3, 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: Liam Carter, Player Number: 18, Player Goals: 3, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 11, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 7, 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: Oscar Greenshields, Player Number: 22, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 9, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Ben McMahon, Player Number: 27, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 16, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 7, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Conrad Farrugia, Player Number: 31, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 4, Player Clearances: 3, 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: 14, Player Disposals: 36, Player Kicks: 27, Player Handballs: 9, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 6, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, 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: 4, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 5, 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: Luke Heaney, Player Number: 46, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 5, 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: Tom Button, Player Number: 6, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 18, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 10, 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: Bailey Mawson, Player Number: 19, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 16, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 7, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 1, 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: 7, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 35, Player Clearances: 4, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Ashton Craig, Player Number: 1, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 15, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Kade Hilton, Player Number: 40, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Ethan Davis, Player Number: 2, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Jack Parente, Player Number: 3, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 13, Player Disposals: 20, Player Kicks: 13, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 9, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Josh Huxtable, Player Number: 4, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 14, Player Disposals: 32, Player Kicks: 22, Player Handballs: 10, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 7, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Jack Kovacevic, Player Number: 5, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 20, Player Kicks: 14, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Jake Owen, Player Number: 11, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Tyson Shea, Player Number: 14, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 13, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Tarkyn Findlay, Player Number: 16, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 13, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Cody Gates, Player Number: 17, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 13, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 4, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Jake McCreery, Player Number: 20, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 4, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Josh Goble, Player Number: 25, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, 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: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Kai Tyrrell, Player Number: 56, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 4, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 14, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Luke Goetz, Player Number: 33, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 77, Player Clearances: 6, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Jamie Fulton, Player Number: 38, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 27, Player Kicks: 19, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 9, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Simon Lafranchi, Player Number: 50, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 5, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: William Lalor, Player Number: 15, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 3, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 0, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Isaac Nixon, Player Number: 27, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Ethan Mckercher, Player Number: 18, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Jude Milburn, Player Number: 23, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 15, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 9, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Reece McGrath, Player Number: 61, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, Player Disposals: 3, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
    • Player Name: Harrison Scardamaglia, Player Number: 22, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Bacchus Marsh, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #000000
  • Home Team Name: Melton
  • Home Team Score: 18.10.118
  • Away Team Name: Bacchus Marsh
  • Away Team Score: 8.12.60
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  • Match Location: Eastern Oval
  • Home Team Q1 Score: 3.2.20
  • Home Team Q2 Score: 8.4.52
  • Home Team Q3 Score: 3.0.18
  • Home Team Q4 Score: 4.4.28
  • Away Team Q1 Score: 2.4.16
  • Away Team Q2 Score: 0.1.1
  • Away Team Q3 Score: 5.3.33
  • Away Team Q4 Score: 1.4.10
  • Team Stats:
    • Team Stat Name: 1%ers, Team Stat Home Value: 25, Team Stat Away Value: 31, Team Stat Combined Value: 56
    • Team Stat Name: Clearances, Team Stat Home Value: 47, Team Stat Away Value: 52, Team Stat Combined Value: 99
    • Team Stat Name: Contested Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 13, Team Stat Away Value: 8, Team Stat Combined Value: 21
    • Team Stat Name: Contested Possesions, Team Stat Home Value: 141, Team Stat Away Value: 129, Team Stat Combined Value: 270
    • Team Stat Name: Disposals, Team Stat Home Value: 308, Team Stat Away Value: 265, Team Stat Combined Value: 573
    • Team Stat Name: Frees Against, Team Stat Home Value: 21, Team Stat Away Value: 12, Team Stat Combined Value: 33
    • Team Stat Name: Frees For, Team Stat Home Value: 12, Team Stat Away Value: 21, Team Stat Combined Value: 33
    • Team Stat Name: Handballs, Team Stat Home Value: 96, Team Stat Away Value: 99, Team Stat Combined Value: 195
    • Team Stat Name: Hitouts, Team Stat Home Value: 41, Team Stat Away Value: 91, Team Stat Combined Value: 132
    • Team Stat Name: Inside 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 45, Team Stat Away Value: 46, Team Stat Combined Value: 91
    • Team Stat Name: Intercept Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 17, Team Stat Away Value: 7, Team Stat Combined Value: 24
    • Team Stat Name: Kicks, Team Stat Home Value: 212, Team Stat Away Value: 166, Team Stat Combined Value: 378
    • Team Stat Name: Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 86, Team Stat Away Value: 45, Team Stat Combined Value: 131
    • Team Stat Name: Marks Inside 50, Team Stat Home Value: 17, Team Stat Away Value: 9, Team Stat Combined Value: 26
    • Team Stat Name: Ranking Points, Team Stat Home Value: 1599, Team Stat Away Value: 1263, Team Stat Combined Value: 2862
    • Team Stat Name: Rebound 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 38, Team Stat Away Value: 29, Team Stat Combined Value: 67
    • Team Stat Name: Smothers, Team Stat Home Value: 5, Team Stat Away Value: 7, Team Stat Combined Value: 12
    • Team Stat Name: Spoils, Team Stat Home Value: 11, Team Stat Away Value: 14, Team Stat Combined Value: 25
    • Team Stat Name: Tackles, Team Stat Home Value: 62, Team Stat Away Value: 40, Team Stat Combined Value: 102

Finals Round 1 Melton vs East Point

  • Home Team Name: Melton
  • Home Team Score: 9.9.63
  • Away Team Name: East Point
  • 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

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  • 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 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 Score: 0.0.0
  • Away Team Name: Melton
  • 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 2 Melton vs Darley

  • Home Team Name: Melton
  • Home Team Score: 12.12.84
  • Away Team Name: Darley
  • Away Team Score: 6.5.41
  • Team Stats:
    • Team Stat Name: contested possessions, Team Stat Home Value: 153, Team Stat Away Value: 162, Team Stat Combined Value: 315
    • Team Stat Name: clearances, Team Stat Home Value: 37, Team Stat Away Value: 51, Team Stat Combined Value: 88
    • Team Stat Name: goals, Team Stat Home Value: 12, Team Stat Away Value: 6, Team Stat Combined Value: 18
    • Team Stat Name: tackles, Team Stat Home Value: 106, Team Stat Away Value: 56, Team Stat Combined Value: 162
    • Team Stat Name: contested marks, Team Stat Home Value: 18, Team Stat Away Value: 23, Team Stat Combined Value: 41
    • Team Stat Name: ranking points, Team Stat Home Value: 1839, Team Stat Away Value: 1424, Team Stat Combined Value: 3263
    • Team Stat Name: handballs, Team Stat Home Value: 113, Team Stat Away Value: 112, Team Stat Combined Value: 225
    • Team Stat Name: kicks, Team Stat Home Value: 221, Team Stat Away Value: 190, Team Stat Combined Value: 411
    • Team Stat Name: frees for, Team Stat Home Value: 20, Team Stat Away Value: 17, Team Stat Combined Value: 37
    • Team Stat Name: inside 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 58, Team Stat Away Value: 40, Team Stat Combined Value: 98
    • Team Stat Name: hit outs, Team Stat Home Value: 45, Team Stat Away Value: 60, Team Stat Combined Value: 105
    • Team Stat Name: marks, Team Stat Home Value: 105, Team Stat Away Value: 69, Team Stat Combined Value: 174
    • Team Stat Name: behinds, Team Stat Home Value: 11, Team Stat Away Value: 5, Team Stat Combined Value: 16
    • Team Stat Name: frees against, Team Stat Home Value: 18, Team Stat Away Value: 21, Team Stat Combined Value: 39
    • Team Stat Name: disposals, Team Stat Home Value: 334, Team Stat Away Value: 302, Team Stat Combined Value: 636
    • Team Stat Name: score involvements, Team Stat Home Value: 77, Team Stat Away Value: 45, Team Stat Combined Value: 122

Finals Round 3 Sunbury vs Melton

  • Match Time and Date: 2025-09-13 14:15
  • Home Team Primary Colour: #0000ff
  • Away Team Primary Colour: #730027
  • Combined Player Stats:
    • Player Name: Mitch Mclean, Player Number: 15, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 6, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Harry Power, Player Number: 1, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 10, Player Disposals: 20, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 10, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 9, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 7, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Riley Miller, Player Number: 2, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 21, Player Kicks: 13, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 8, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Tyson Lever, Player Number: 4, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 18, Player Kicks: 14, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Jake Egan, Player Number: 6, Player Goals: 3, Player Contested Possessions: 14, Player Disposals: 27, Player Kicks: 19, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 8, Player Tackles: 6, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 10, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Dean Muir, Player Number: 7, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, Player Disposals: 15, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Nathan Wood, Player Number: 10, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 20, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 14, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Jack Hannett, Player Number: 11, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 18, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Jack Newitt, Player Number: 12, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 16, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Zachary Stevens, Player Number: 17, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 15, Player Kicks: 11, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 5, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Jordan Tentonello, Player Number: 19, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Jake Sutton, Player Number: 14, Player Goals: 4, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 22, Player Kicks: 13, Player Handballs: 9, Player Marks: 8, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Brock Landt, Player Number: 22, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 4, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Fraser Ampulski, Player Number: 25, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 16, Player Disposals: 18, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 50, Player Clearances: 11, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Daniel Johnston, Player Number: 21, Player Goals: 3, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 1, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Myles Gollant, Player Number: 30, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Sean Reilly, Player Number: 34, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Ben Eales, Player Number: 47, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 10, Player Clearances: 9, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Nathan Doyle, Player Number: 16, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 17, Player Kicks: 14, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 6, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Benjamin Cameron, Player Number: 26, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 15, Player Disposals: 20, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 10, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 7, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Murphy Boyd, Player Number: 24, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Sunbury, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #0000ff
    • Player Name: Jordan Kight, Player Number: 1, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 4, 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: Max Scoble, Player Number: 2, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 3, 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: Ryan Carter, Player Number: 23, Player Goals: 3, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 2, 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: 4, Player Disposals: 9, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 1, 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: Harrison Hanley, Player Number: 5, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 14, Player Disposals: 19, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 11, Player Marks: 7, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, 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: 5, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 2, 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: Lachlan Phillips, Player Number: 9, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 6, Player Tackles: 0, 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: 12, Player Disposals: 25, Player Kicks: 18, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 8, 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: 8, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 3, 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: Blake Souter, Player Number: 13, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 13, Player Disposals: 18, Player Kicks: 15, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 8, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 6, 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: 7, Player Disposals: 18, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 8, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Kyle Borg, Player Number: 16, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 13, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 1, 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: Liam Carter, Player Number: 18, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Oscar Greenshields, Player Number: 22, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 2, 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: Conrad Farrugia, Player Number: 31, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 13, Player Kicks: 11, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 6, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 6, Player Clearances: 3, 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: 8, Player Disposals: 30, Player Kicks: 25, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 3, 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: Ryan Davis, Player Number: 3, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 13, Player Disposals: 21, Player Kicks: 13, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 8, 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: 6, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 1, 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: Tom Button, Player Number: 6, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 4, 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: Bailey Mawson, Player Number: 19, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 2, Player Clearances: 0, 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: 11, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 63, Player Clearances: 7, 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: 2, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
  • Home Team Name: Sunbury
  • Home Team Score: 17.12.114
  • Away Team Name: Melton
  • Away Team Score: 15.10.100
  • Match Replay Embed Code:
  • Match Location: Marty Busch Recreation Reserve
  • Home Team Q1 Score: 4.4.28
  • Home Team Q2 Score: 4.1.25
  • Home Team Q3 Score: 3.1.19
  • Home Team Q4 Score: 6.6.42
  • Away Team Q1 Score: 3.3.21
  • Away Team Q2 Score: 3.2.20
  • Away Team Q3 Score: 4.0.24
  • Away Team Q4 Score: 5.5.35
  • Team Stats:
    • Team Stat Name: 1%ers, Team Stat Home Value: 58, Team Stat Away Value: 50, Team Stat Combined Value: 108
    • Team Stat Name: Clearances, Team Stat Home Value: 71, Team Stat Away Value: 49, Team Stat Combined Value: 120
    • Team Stat Name: Contested Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 11, Team Stat Away Value: 11, Team Stat Combined Value: 22
    • Team Stat Name: Contested Possesions, Team Stat Home Value: 162, Team Stat Away Value: 143, Team Stat Combined Value: 305
    • Team Stat Name: Disposals, Team Stat Home Value: 343, Team Stat Away Value: 303, Team Stat Combined Value: 646
    • Team Stat Name: Frees Against, Team Stat Home Value: 21, Team Stat Away Value: 18, Team Stat Combined Value: 39
    • Team Stat Name: Frees For, Team Stat Home Value: 18, Team Stat Away Value: 21, Team Stat Combined Value: 39
    • Team Stat Name: Handballs, Team Stat Home Value: 133, Team Stat Away Value: 96, Team Stat Combined Value: 229
    • Team Stat Name: Hitouts, Team Stat Home Value: 61, Team Stat Away Value: 73, Team Stat Combined Value: 134
    • Team Stat Name: Inside 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 61, Team Stat Away Value: 54, Team Stat Combined Value: 115
    • Team Stat Name: Intercept Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 16, Team Stat Away Value: 14, Team Stat Combined Value: 30
    • Team Stat Name: Kicks, Team Stat Home Value: 210, Team Stat Away Value: 207, Team Stat Combined Value: 417
    • Team Stat Name: Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 68, Team Stat Away Value: 63, Team Stat Combined Value: 131
    • Team Stat Name: Marks Inside 50, Team Stat Home Value: 18, Team Stat Away Value: 12, Team Stat Combined Value: 30
    • Team Stat Name: Ranking Points, Team Stat Home Value: 1740, Team Stat Away Value: 1586, Team Stat Combined Value: 3326
    • Team Stat Name: Rebound 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 39, Team Stat Away Value: 43, Team Stat Combined Value: 82
    • Team Stat Name: Smothers, Team Stat Home Value: 12, Team Stat Away Value: 5, Team Stat Combined Value: 17
    • Team Stat Name: Spoils, Team Stat Home Value: 13, Team Stat Away Value: 14, Team Stat Combined Value: 27
    • Team Stat Name: Tackles, Team Stat Home Value: 73, Team Stat Away Value: 67, Team Stat Combined Value: 140

Finals Round 4 Melton vs East Point

  • Home Team Name: Melton
  • Home Team Score: 11.6.72
  • Away Team Name: East Point
  • 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

Game cancellation due to Health & Safety Protocols

The McDonald's Ballarat FNL wishes to advise of a game cancellation due to Health & Safety Protocols.

Circumstances have arisen whereby the Ballarat v Melton reserves game at Alfredton Reserve Saturday 14th May 2022 will be cancelled under COVID by-laws and protocols.

This is supported by advice and recommendations from AFL Victoria.

As a result of the game being cancelled under COVID guiding bylaws and protocols, the points for this game shall be split and each team receive 2 points.

A revised schedule for football games has been arranged which will see Under 19 football commence at 11am and senior football commence at 1pm.

The league supports the actions of the Ballarat FNC in dealing with this issue and thank them for their proactive stance and initiative to address the unfortunate circumstance where the available players do not allow for reserves to be played.

State government protocols and league safety bylaws have been implemented to ensure the health and wellbeing of players, supporters and members of the football and netball community.

A special thanks to the Melton FNC for their understanding and willingness to work with the Ballarat FNC to ensure games continue in a safe environment.

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Grand Final Preview

After 88 home and away games and six finals, Melton meets Sebastopol to decide the 2022 BFNL Carlton Draught Grand Final in arguably one of the more even competitions in recent history.

  • Melton

  • Vs

  • Sebasatopol

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17TH - 2.30PM @ MARS STADIUM

LIVE STREAM ON BALLARAT FNL FACEBOOK AND CLUCH.TV
RADIO ON APPLE 98.5FM AND MELTON 97.9FM

2022 meetings head-to-head
Quarter Final: Melton 86 - Sebastopol 43
Round 11: Melton 84 - Sebastopol 43  

Despite Bloods coach Aaron Tymms' 0-3 record at Mars Stadium, the Minor Premiers will start red hot favourites against the Burra.

Will Melton will do enough to secure their first title since 2005? Burras coach Michael Searl will have different ideas and ensure they're made to earn it, even if they come up short as they have in their previous two meets.

Tymms' winless record at the ground is something Burra fans can cling to, but they will have to overcome a similar record (against) of their own to get it done.

Under Searl, Sebastopol is 0-3 against Tymms' Melton. You would have to go back 1099 days come game day to witness the last Burra success over the Bloods - an 18-point,= 2019 Preliminary Final win.

Searl and his boys were able to overcome their 0-3 record over Ballarat last week to make it onto the McDonald's Ballarat FNL's biggest stage. And what an opportunity for both clubs the day presents.

Melton finally gets their chance to assert their dominance, their stranglehold on the 2022 competition in front of a huge crowd enhanced by the addition of live streaming via Facebook, the CLUCH TV app and LIVE radio. I expect this game to be the most watched of any BFNL game in recent history given the improvements to access.

It's the players' time to shine before one club's time to celebrate.

For the record, these two teams are the current Runners Up of 2018 and 2019. So, for the here and now, one club's luck is about to change.

The Bloods ability to score is frightening

If the nature of the Bloods' uncontested superiority is the fuel then surely their ability to score is the fire.

On ten occasions, the Bloods have scored 100+ points or more, not to mention a further six scores of 80+ points. On the flipside for the Burra, three scores of 100+ and just three other scores of 80+.

On the two occasions the Burra has met Melton they have managed just six goals, in fact, their two returns were identical. Why so? See 'the worry for Sebastopol' below. They are just six shy of the Bloods on average for inside 50s per game. The Bloods +7 advantage for marks inside 50 validates the separation of scoring to a degree, highlighting Searl and his support crew will need to have a day out on the magnets and get the message through.

Of the 12 goals kicked by the Burra against Melton this year, only Lachie Cassidy (once - 2 goals) has a multiple-goal return.

The Bloods on the other hand have had six multiple goalscorers from their two meets - Braedan Kight (twice - 2,3), Liam Carter (twice - 4,2), Ryan Carter (once - 3) and Luke Heaney (once - 3).

To put the weight of scoring into perspective, the Burras have just four or more players that played at the weekend kick 10 or more goals this season - James Keeble (32 / 17 games), Jed Hill (17/18), Toby Hutt (16/16), Liam Stow (15/18). Melton however have seven - Ryan Carter (60/17), Braedan Kight (42/18), Liam Carter 40/18), Lachlan Hickey (19/17), Luke Heaney (18/16), Kyle Borg (16/18) and Lachie Watkins (11/17). It's fair to imply that 'frightening' is the operative word.   

Expect the Bloods defence to hold up

Only the height of the occasion stands in the way of this unheralded defensive group getting it right once again.

The Bloods have been the competition's benchmark in defence, matching the exploits of their more spoken about forwards group, but that would suit them just fine.

Tymms and his support staff would be thrilled with the returns from his defence given they've been 'the hunted' near all of 2022. Just one more effort stands in the way of the club's first Senior Men's Premiership since 2005.

Surely they've proven themselves more than capable of honouring the challenge.

Only one club averaged less than 60 points per game against this season and it's Melton (54). Convincing to say the least, as the silent assassins went about turning defence on the back of intercept into attack and, ultimately, scores.

Just how the 'Burra forwards get separation and find avenues to goal is another primary concern for Searl and his men. There is some merit in that everything that has happened previously accounts for nothing but something will need to change for the Burra to take home the Cup.

 

The worry for Sebastopol 

Clearly Melton's advantage, regardless of opposition this year, has been their superior weight of possession, and more so uncontested possession.

Tymmsy's boys are +58 for disposals over the Burra on average per game, 50 of those uncontested. As a result, there is no surprise to see the Bloods are +27 for marks including a whopping +26 of those uncontested.

The Bloods often start their attack off half-back and boast a handy +14 advantage over the Burra for intercept possession that no doubt has the follow-on effect to the aforementioned. As a result, these chains of intercept, rebound and uncontested passage amount to a +4 advantage for marked shallow entries inside 50 and +3 for marks deep inside 50. Their sheer weight of possession alone, more often uncontested, has proven the catalyst behind their imposing 16-2 win/loss record and clearly the difference in their previous 41- and 43-point wins.

What is encouraging for the Burra, it's these stats in isolation loom their greatest threat, the rest are quite similar. 

The 'potential' fix

Only two teams have been successful against the Bloods in 18 attempts this year. Melton spread most defences with good effect. The only chance the Burra have of causing an upset will be to keep their defence high as they did in the second half of their Elimination Final win over North Ballarat, denying the Bloods the corridor and width of the ground in offence. Easier said than done.

Burra have weapons of their own 

You can't make it through such an even BFNL season without some weaponry of your own.

Sebastopol deserves its place in the big one. In fact, Tymms would be the least surprised of any, being the only coach to tip Sebastopol (outside of your own team) at the start of the season.

What will keep the Bloods in check is Tymms' respect for the 'Burra. The Bloods - let's be honest - haven't won anything yet. Tymms has been measured all through the season and has not once been caught 'out of his lane' assuming any premature entitlement.

So, when the Bloods back themselves in they will be fully aware that their opposition bat deep enough to test the season-long favourites.

James Keeble, Lachie Cassidy, Luke Kiel, Toby Hutt, Jed Hill, James Richards, Bailey Medwell, Riley O'Keefe are just eight players that spring to mind without raising the head off the keyboard. Each brings with them an impactful skillset that can aid across all three lines and deny the Bloods a game on their terms. Apologies to Matt Austin, Daniel Widgery, Chase Dummett and maybe even Tony Lockyer. There are another three or four and the potential Lockyer return (?) will gather its own head of steam in the build-up. 

What the coaches say

Aaron Tymms (Melton):Really looking forward to the challenge that awaits us. It has been three years of hard work to reach this point and we are looking to get reward for the effort put in over that time. We are under no illusions that Sebastopol presents a tough challenge, are a well-organised team with high-quality players across the ground who enjoy the contest. We will need to be at our best and most combative to succeed and enjoy the ultimate success.

Michael Searl (Sebastopol):Excited for the challenge. We're under no illusions that Melton is deserving of the favourites tag this weekend but we are excited and can't wait to crack in. Anything can happen in a final, so we prepare well and enjoy the lead-up to the biggest game of the year.

*Statistics for this article sourced via Premier Data

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It's the Federation BFLWomens Finals

The BFLW is proud to announce Federation University as the inaugural BFLW Finals Series naming rights partner.

Federation has today been announced as the naming partner of the upcoming BFLWomens finals series and grand finals, commencing this Sunday the 14th of August 2022. 

The partnership will see Federation not only as naming partner of the now Federation BFLW Finals Series and Federation BFLW Grand Finals but will provide valued support to grow female football in Ballarat and regional Victoria. 

Since its inception in 2021, BFLWomens has continued to grow and be the home of female football participation across regional Victoria from Melton, Maryborough and across the wider Ballarat district. 

Support from Federation will ensure the McDonald's Ballarat FNL, as custodians of female football in the region, can continue to build on the current competition with the stated aim of maximising female sports participation. 

Ballarat FNL General Manager, Shane Anwyl 

“The partnership with Federation is an exciting step in the growth of female football, and more broadly participation across Ballarat. The Ballarat FNL is committed to the growth of female sport and an 'access for all' priority”. 

Federation is Victoria’s leading regional university focused on transforming lives and enhancing communities. They have a 152-year history of partnering with community, industry and government to meet the needs of the regions they serve. 

Federation University Vice-Chancellor, Liam Sloan 

“We are proud to be partnering with BFLW in the inaugural finals series for the League and look forward to enjoying the competition during the Federation Finals Series and supporting the growth of women in sport in Ballarat and surrounding areas. This collaboration between Federation and BFLW is driven by our shared value of inclusion and common goal of equality in sport."

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Melton - Season Draw

The Bloods came close in both 2018 and 2019 but BFNL Media’s ‘Scoop’ has Melton facing the toughest season draw on the table in 2021. Keep checking in as Scoop serves up the pros and cons of the rest of fixture for every BFNL club next week.

Melton

Draw rating points: 110
2021 draw ranking: #11

Play TWICE:Melton South, Sunbury, Sebastopol, Darley, East Point, Lake Wendouree

Travel WEST:FIVE times - North Ballarat (Rd8), Lake Wendouree (Rd9), Ballarat (Rd11), East Point (Rd13), Sebastopol (Rd17)

WEST 'highway travel' record (2018 & 2019 home and away seasons):Played 9 Won 4 Lost 5 @44% win rate

 

PROS:Not many. FOUR of FIRST SIX games at home although the opposition line-up is a worry with Melton South in Round 1, Sebastopol in Round 3, East Point in Round 5 and Redan in Round 6

 

CONS:FIVE trips to Ballarat, including FOUR in SIX weeks from Round 8 to Round 13, up against North Ballarat Round 8, Lake Wendouree in Round 9, Ballarat in Round 11 and East Point in Round 13

-  Tough draw in the first SIX rounds despite having FOUR at HOME – (Melton South HOME, Sunbury AWAY, Sebastopol HOME, Darley AWAY, East Point HOME, Redan HOME)

- Play FOUR of 2019 Finalists TWICE, including Grand Final duo East Point and Sebastopol, as well as Sunbury and Darley

 

Comment:They came close in 2018 and 2019 but have lost some key personnel. With (in my opinion) an unfavourable 2021 draw, the Bloods will need to do plenty right to guarantee a finals berth in what is shaping up to be an improving season across the board despite the salary cap reduction.

 

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Melton 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!

First cab off the rank is the reigning premier, Melton, as Troy Scoble gets his team ready for a flag defence.

SCOOP: Well Scobes, you're now officially the hunted following an 18-1 season capped by an emotional premiership win. Back-to-back is a tough ask - do you consider changing a system that is already proven?

TROY SCOBLE: We were really proud of our club’s performance in 2024. Our first year together was planned to be the foundational component of the system. Our players have been a part of this system for (essentially) 19 games. The first part of the season focused on the learning component, while the latter was more about consolidation of those learnings. The 2024 game style was for THAT playing group noting opposition and weather condition variables. All clubs will have changed so we have to continue the build on the foundational components to keep developing our game style with a focus on key areas in each phase of the game. 

S: How about the hunger of the players - do you subscribe to the theory there's a natural drop-off with intensity/buy-in after a flag?

TS: My previous experience post premiership success tells me some players are driven for more success and improvement, and some feel fulfilled and don't have as strong internal drive. That's natural and we will go into the new season with that mindset. The 2025 Melton Bloods squad has players wanting to develop their game, wanting to be better players and plenty wanting a taste of what others have experienced. With a large squad, the player who is best prepared to play the role required will be suitably rewarded with their opportunity.

S: Billy Crofts returns after a stint with Geelong and the Western Bulldogs at VFL level - tell us about his player type and likely role.

TS: Billy commenced his VFL career with Geelong when I was there and has really grown as a person and footballer through his time with the Cats and more recently the Western Bulldogs. Billy is an inside mid with speed, power and strength in the contest - can play anywhere. While he remains a Footscray VFL listed player, coming home has been rewarding for the club to continue developing our own and provide Billy with more opportunities to play alongside childhood mates he grew up (playing) with. 

S: You lose tireless campaigner Brett McIntrye (travel) - will Jono O'Brien and Josh Stewart assume the ruck duties?

TS: Brett, who will remain connected to the group, was really important for us in 2024 with Jono O’Brien’s injury and Josh Stewart early in the development of his career. While we're excited about having Jono back and the opportunity to keep progressing Josh's footy, we expect to roll a number of players through that role during the year pending the scenario we face.

S: Leading forward Ryan Carter is expected to play just ten games this year - please explain...

TS: Ryan's partner took up an amazing opportunity in Brisbane that the club is genuinely excited for and fully supports. Ryan's connection with the club is really strong, and with a number of return trips to Melbourne we are really pleased he wants to continue his footy with the group he loves so much. We are yet to finalise what that looks like with the amount of games etc, but it will be significant. Ryan has connected with a mate of mine coaching in the QAFL so we know he will have access to quality training. When he is not with us it provides great opportunities for some of our younger key position types to gain senior exposure. 

S: Key intercept defender Jordy Cotter (foot) has not been since round nine - how's he tracking for a return?

TS: Jordy was a significant loss to our group. He pushed hard for a finals return but the injury was far more significant than originally thought as he experienced first-hand during his rehab. Jordy supported the group throughout that whole period. He already saw the game well and hopefully there will be some real positives for him to draw on when he returns. Jordy is progressing well through the break and continues to throw himself into making sure he ticks every box for a successful return. Players at his level are very hard to find so we look forward to having him back.

S: Adam Kennedy (GWS) and Jack Watkins (Port Adelaide SANFL) have been spoken to for a possible return - what is the likelihood of acquiring these two?

TS: Jack earned an amazing opportunity to train with Port Adelaide for a Supplementary Selection Period list opportunity and is performing really well. We hope that eventuates and we see Jack in Port colours in 2025. Adam has commenced his post AFL playing career with a Development Coaching role at the Sydney Swans. Both boys supported us strongly throughout 2024 and remain connected to the club and our group. Seeing Adam is more likely than seeing Jack.

S: Jack Walker and Jaycob Hickey play 'high minutes' through the midfield for you - can we expect more of the same or can we expect some new blood rotated through the area?

TS: Our mids play similar game time each week. We rotate a number of players through that bracket on game day which adds to our flexibility. Those two (Jack and Jaykob) may play 'higher minutes' but the reality is - that is their role for us. We have some new additions to our midfield group planned for this year, some returning players, younger players and some guys that will look to add to their existing roles. The more flexibility, the better.

S: Given Melton South's move to the RDFL, do you believe this year's title will be the hardest to win in recent times given you have to play each team twice?

TS: They are all hard to win. I guess playing everyone twice evens up the draw. I anticipate this year’s premiership will be just as challenging as previous years. Exciting season ahead.

PLAYER INS:

B. McMahon (Diggers Rest), M. Caddy (Melton South), B. Crofts (Caroline Springs/Footscray VFL)

PLAYER OUTS:

B. McIntrye (travel)

VFL AFFILIATED PLAYERS:

K. Borg (Port Melbourne), J. Watkins (Port Adelaide SANFL), B. Crofts (Footscray).

PRACTICE MATCH SCHEDULE:

March 15/16 -Yarrawonga play-in tournament
March 22 -vs Gisborne (home)

IMPROVERS TIP (OUTSIDE OF MELTON):

TS: All teams will be stronger and comp very even.

FLAG TIP (OUTSIDE OF MELTON):

TS: Darley

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Melton 2026 BFNL Preview

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

Following a heartbreaking preliminary final exit in season 2025, the Bloods are expected to be one of the big contenders once again this year.

Scoop: Not much went right for you in the back half of last season and you still went mighty close teaching a Grand Final. Is that a motivating factor for the group ahead of 2026 knowing you’re right in the mix?

Troy Scoble: You do get motivated year to year by the previous year’s success or failures to meet your goals. 2025 was quite unique, we faced challenges all year and still with a minute to go in a prelim had an opportunity to play in the grand final. Disappointed to not play in another GF, proud of the year we had and confident our program and finals record are strong.

S: You talk about the importance having a plan B - have we seen it yet? Will you have to go about it differently this campaign to get the results you want?

TS: We have rolled out plan A, B, C and D in the last two years. I think all clubs have a style of footy they wish to play but acknowledge this competition is so even and your style is challenged in game all game.  We have been working on our scenario planning, modes of footy we will play against certain teams in certain situations and what levers we pull when momentum shifts a certain way. You need to evolve your game style year in year out to keep improving.

S: Your defence went from conceding a ridiculous average of 42 points per game in your Premiership year of 2024 to 66 ppg last year. Anything to see here Scobes, or is it merely an inevitable adjustment and levelling out of the numbers?

TS: It’s a fair point and there was a shift in our ability to defend. Some of that was personal, we had four of our back 7 and three of our forward 6 out for the first seven weeks of the season and lost a bit of connection through our divisions. We were unable to defend as high as we would have liked, we tried to get a bit more aggressive in our ball movement also and got exposed defensively at times. It has definitely been a focus through the pre-season.

S: What’s the likelihood of Billy Crofts and Adam Kennedy playing a role this season?

TS: Billy was available to play finals last season pending Footscray’s performance. Fortunately for Billy he won a VFL grand final and the Bulldogs' best and fairest. We expect to see Billy earlier in the season then later in the season. Finals is dependent on the Bulldogs again. Adam we will definitely see throughout the year when fixtures align with Sydney and his Melbourne trips which is exciting for the club.

S: Tell us in a few words about the new arrivals at the Bloods..

TS: Riley Walker returns after a year off. Made an immediate impact as we expect with his speed competitiveness and kicking.

Caleb Burquest: young highly talented running player. Decision making and ball use a highlight through the preseason.

Mitch Brockwell: more experienced player, key defender, returns home after a few years at Diggers Rest. Tough uncompromising.

AREAS OF IMPROVEMENT

TS: Conversion (we hope), we had as many scoring shots as anyone last year but ranked 8th for conversion. Ball movement a preseason focus.

INS & OUTS

In: A. Kennedy (ex Melton junior/GWS AFL), C. Burquest (St Bernard’s VAFA), M. Brockwell (Diggers Rest), R. Walker (back from a year off).

Out: B. Souter (Melton South), B. Mawson (Melton South), J. Cooper (Melton South), L. Heaney (Springbank)

VFL AFFILIATED PLAYERS

VFL: Adrian Monitto (Williamstown) Billy Crofts (Footscray)

PRACTICE MATCH SCHEDULE

March 21 - Echuca vs Melton

CLUB IMPROVERS TIP

TS: North Ballarat

FLAG TIP

Darley Devils

SCOOP SAYS

The challenge for coach Troy Scoble will be to recapture the ‘Brotherhood’ connection that led them to a 19-1 Premiership win in 2024.

Despite losing a few soldiers, the return of Riley Walker, Jaycob Hickey (ankle) and a free moving Jordy Cotter will only strengthen their credentials.

The club should hold no fears for healthy rivals Darley having won four of their last five meets.

It’s all ‘above the shoulders’ for mine that will determine the Bloods’ fate in 2026 - their best is certainly good enough with strong representation across all lines.

Projected finish: 2nd

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Melton 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: 9.35, League Value - Teams: 8.48, Combined Value - Teams: 17.83
    • Stat Title - Teams: Clearances, Team Value - Teams: 39.59, League Value - Teams: 44.21, Combined Value - Teams: 83.8
    • Stat Title - Teams: Contested Marks, Team Value - Teams: 18, League Value - Teams: 13.39, Combined Value - Teams: 31.39
    • Stat Title - Teams: Contested Possesions, Team Value - Teams: 146.53, League Value - Teams: 136.61, Combined Value - Teams: 283.14
    • Stat Title - Teams: Disposals, Team Value - Teams: 324.65, League Value - Teams: 314.54, Combined Value - Teams: 639.19
    • Stat Title - Teams: Frees Against, Team Value - Teams: 16.53, League Value - Teams: 17.45, Combined Value - Teams: 33.98
    • Stat Title - Teams: Frees For, Team Value - Teams: 15.65, League Value - Teams: 19.17, Combined Value - Teams: 34.82
    • Stat Title - Teams: Goals, Team Value - Teams: 11.47, League Value - Teams: 10.45, Combined Value - Teams: 21.92
    • Stat Title - Teams: Handballs, Team Value - Teams: 110.06, League Value - Teams: 116.42, Combined Value - Teams: 226.48
    • Stat Title - Teams: Hit Outs, Team Value - Teams: 38.67, League Value - Teams: 54.63, Combined Value - Teams: 93.3
    • Stat Title - Teams: Inside 50s, Team Value - Teams: 48.06, League Value - Teams: 45.2, Combined Value - Teams: 93.26
    • Stat Title - Teams: Kicks, Team Value - Teams: 214.59, League Value - Teams: 198.12, Combined Value - Teams: 412.71
    • Stat Title - Teams: Marks, Team Value - Teams: 91.53, League Value - Teams: 76.51, Combined Value - Teams: 168.04
    • Stat Title - Teams: Ranking Points, Team Value - Teams: 1587, League Value - Teams: 1504.49, Combined Value - Teams: 3091.49
    • Stat Title - Teams: Score Involvements, Team Value - Teams: 100.67, League Value - Teams: 82.32, Combined Value - Teams: 182.99
    • Stat Title - Teams: Tackles, Team Value - Teams: 61.71, League Value - Teams: 60.73, Combined Value - Teams: 122.44
    • Stat Title - Teams: 1%ers, Team Value - Teams: 32.09, League Value - Teams: 37.76, Combined Value - Teams: 69.85
    • Stat Title - Teams: Hitouts, Team Value - Teams: 49.14, League Value - Teams: 54.04, Combined Value - Teams: 103.18
    • Stat Title - Teams: Intercept Marks, Team Value - Teams: 18.45, League Value - Teams: 14.13, Combined Value - Teams: 32.58
    • Stat Title - Teams: Marks Inside 50, Team Value - Teams: 13.18, League Value - Teams: 11.71, Combined Value - Teams: 24.89
    • Stat Title - Teams: Rebound 50s, Team Value - Teams: 32.91, League Value - Teams: 34.35, Combined Value - Teams: 67.26
    • Stat Title - Teams: Smothers, Team Value - Teams: 4.45, League Value - Teams: 4.71, Combined Value - Teams: 9.16
    • Stat Title - Teams: Spoils, Team Value - Teams: 10.91, League Value - Teams: 12.85, Combined Value - Teams: 23.76
  • Ladder Position: 4
  • Ladder Points - Teams: 46
  • Ladder Percentage - Teams: 119.13
  • Ladder Won - Teams: 11
  • Ladder Lost - Teams: 6
  • Ladder Drawn - Teams: 1

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Round 1 Melton South vs Melton

  • Home Team Name: Melton South
  • Home Team Score: 3.5.23
  • Away Team Name: Melton
  • Away Team Score: 33.13.211
  • Team Stats:
    • Team Stat Name: clearances, Team Stat Home Value: 25, Team Stat Away Value: 55, Team Stat Combined Value: 80
    • Team Stat Name: contested possessions, Team Stat Home Value: 95, Team Stat Away Value: 175, Team Stat Combined Value: 270
    • Team Stat Name: contested marks, Team Stat Home Value: 5, Team Stat Away Value: 11, Team Stat Combined Value: 16
    • Team Stat Name: disposals, Team Stat Home Value: 229, Team Stat Away Value: 390, Team Stat Combined Value: 619
    • Team Stat Name: frees against, Team Stat Home Value: 19, Team Stat Away Value: 16, Team Stat Combined Value: 35
    • Team Stat Name: frees for, Team Stat Home Value: 18, Team Stat Away Value: 20, Team Stat Combined Value: 38
    • Team Stat Name: goals, Team Stat Home Value: 3, Team Stat Away Value: 33, Team Stat Combined Value: 36
    • Team Stat Name: handballs, Team Stat Home Value: 71, Team Stat Away Value: 152, Team Stat Combined Value: 223
    • Team Stat Name: hitouts, Team Stat Home Value: 52, Team Stat Away Value: 39, Team Stat Combined Value: 91
    • Team Stat Name: inside fifty, Team Stat Home Value: 29, Team Stat Away Value: 71, Team Stat Combined Value: 100
    • Team Stat Name: kicks, Team Stat Home Value: 158, Team Stat Away Value: 238, Team Stat Combined Value: 396
    • Team Stat Name: marks, Team Stat Home Value: 73, Team Stat Away Value: 90, Team Stat Combined Value: 163
    • Team Stat Name: ranking points, Team Stat Home Value: 1077, Team Stat Away Value: 2008, Team Stat Combined Value: 3085
    • Team Stat Name: score involvements, Team Stat Home Value: 22, Team Stat Away Value: 177, Team Stat Combined Value: 199
    • Team Stat Name: tackles, Team Stat Home Value: 48, Team Stat Away Value: 52, Team Stat Combined Value: 100

Round 1 Melton vs Darley

  • Match Time and Date: 2025-04-05 14:15
  • Home Team Primary Colour: #730027
  • Away Team Primary Colour: #737373
  • Combined Player Stats:
    • Player Name: Jordan Kight, Player Number: 1, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 7, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 0, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 1, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Max Scoble, Player Number: 2, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 18, Player Kicks: 11, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 1, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Ryan Carter, Player Number: 23, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 6, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 10, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Jordyn Cotter, Player Number: 4, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 29, Player Kicks: 20, Player Handballs: 9, Player Marks: 10, Player Tackles: 8, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 4, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Harrison Hanley, Player Number: 5, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 6, Player Tackles: 8, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 1, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Braedan Kight, Player Number: 7, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 6, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Lachlan Watkins, Player Number: 8, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 16, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 11, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 1, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Lachlan Phillips, Player Number: 9, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 7, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Jaycob Hickey, Player Number: 10, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 13, Player Disposals: 33, Player Kicks: 16, Player Handballs: 17, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 8, Player Score Involvements: 6, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Jack Walker, Player Number: 11, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 10, Player Disposals: 21, Player Kicks: 15, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 8, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 5, Player Score Involvements: 8, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Brody Sullivan, Player Number: 12, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 3, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Blake Souter, Player Number: 13, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 17, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 19, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 5, Player Score Involvements: 4, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Lachlan Walker, Player Number: 14, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 18, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 9, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 9, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 3, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Kyle Borg, Player Number: 16, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 12, Player Disposals: 23, Player Kicks: 16, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 9, Player Tackles: 11, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 6, Player Score Involvements: 7, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Liam Carter, Player Number: 18, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 17, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 10, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 4, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Oscar Greenshields, Player Number: 22, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 13, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 1, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Josh Stewart, Player Number: 26, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 13, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 10, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 2, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Ben McMohan, Player Number: 27, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 3, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Conrad Farrugia, Player Number: 31, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 11, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 2, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Chase Scoble, Player Number: 33, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 3, 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: Adrian Monitto, Player Number: 45, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 29, Player Kicks: 23, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 16, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 2, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Luther Baker, Player Number: 7, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 13, Player Disposals: 26, Player Kicks: 17, Player Handballs: 9, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 8, Player Score Involvements: 2, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Billy Myers, Player Number: 10, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 10, Player Disposals: 30, Player Kicks: 25, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 6, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 3, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Brett Bewley, Player Number: 2, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 15, Player Disposals: 38, Player Kicks: 25, Player Handballs: 13, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 6, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 6, Player Score Involvements: 4, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Leigh Spiteri, Player Number: 5, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 5, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 2, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Riley Matricardi, Player Number: 6, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, Player Disposals: 2, Player Kicks: 1, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 1, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Andrew Azzopardi, Player Number: 8, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 21, Player Kicks: 11, Player Handballs: 10, Player Marks: 6, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 2, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Brodie Ward, Player Number: 9, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 1, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Jack Bewley, Player Number: 12, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 1, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 1, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Adam Azzopardi, Player Number: 13, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 18, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 2, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Mitchell Gardiner, Player Number: 17, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 5, 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: #231f20
    • Player Name: Matthew Brett, Player Number: 19, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 1, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Zane Le Huray, Player Number: 20, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Will Johnson, Player Number: 22, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 3, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Darcy Matricardi, Player Number: 25, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 3, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Jack Crawford, Player Number: 37, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 1, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Lucas Impey, Player Number: 40, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 13, Player Disposals: 17, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 13, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 5, Player Score Involvements: 5, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Nichloas Hind, Player Number: 1, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 23, Player Disposals: 45, Player Kicks: 36, Player Handballs: 9, Player Marks: 7, Player Tackles: 7, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 16, Player Score Involvements: 4, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Michael Edwards, Player Number: 3, Player Goals: 4, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 11, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 9, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 9, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Ducan Cadman, Player Number: 18, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 2, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Harley Inglis, Player Number: 23, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 9, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 1, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Deacon Fawcett, Player Number: 24, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 13, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 1, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
    • Player Name: Jarrod White, Player Number: 28, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 1, Player Disposals: 3, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Darley, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #231f20
  • Home Team Name: Melton
  • Home Team Score: 9.13.67
  • Away Team Name: Darley
  • Away Team Score: 8.7.55
  • Match Replay Embed Code:
  • Match Location: Macpherson Park Oval
  • Home Team Q1 Score: 3.2.20
  • Home Team Q2 Score: 2.3.15
  • Home Team Q3 Score: 0.5.5
  • Home Team Q4 Score: 4.3.27
  • Away Team Q1 Score: 4.0.24
  • Away Team Q2 Score: 0.3.3
  • Away Team Q3 Score: 1.2.8
  • Away Team Q4 Score: 3.2.20
  • Team Stats:
    • Team Stat Name: Clearances, Team Stat Home Value: 46, Team Stat Away Value: 49, Team Stat Combined Value: 95
    • Team Stat Name: Contested Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 20, Team Stat Away Value: 13, Team Stat Combined Value: 33
    • Team Stat Name: Contested Possesions, Team Stat Home Value: 161, Team Stat Away Value: 158, Team Stat Combined Value: 319
    • Team Stat Name: Disposals, Team Stat Home Value: 356, Team Stat Away Value: 326, Team Stat Combined Value: 682
    • Team Stat Name: Frees Against, Team Stat Home Value: 14, Team Stat Away Value: 29, Team Stat Combined Value: 43
    • Team Stat Name: Frees For, Team Stat Home Value: 29, Team Stat Away Value: 14, Team Stat Combined Value: 43
    • Team Stat Name: Handballs, Team Stat Home Value: 122, Team Stat Away Value: 123, Team Stat Combined Value: 245
    • Team Stat Name: Hit Outs, Team Stat Home Value: 41, Team Stat Away Value: 100, Team Stat Combined Value: 141
    • Team Stat Name: Inside 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 44, Team Stat Away Value: 44, Team Stat Combined Value: 88
    • Team Stat Name: Kicks, Team Stat Home Value: 234, Team Stat Away Value: 203, Team Stat Combined Value: 437
    • Team Stat Name: Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 111, Team Stat Away Value: 73, Team Stat Combined Value: 184
    • Team Stat Name: Ranking Points, Team Stat Home Value: 1938, Team Stat Away Value: 1574, Team Stat Combined Value: 3512
    • Team Stat Name: Score Involvements, Team Stat Home Value: 73, Team Stat Away Value: 48, Team Stat Combined Value: 121
    • Team Stat Name: Tackles, Team Stat Home Value: 128, Team Stat Away Value: 74, Team Stat Combined Value: 202

Round 10 Melton vs Lake Wendouree

  • Match Time and Date: 2025-06-21 14:15
  • Home Team Primary Colour: #730027
  • Away Team Primary Colour: #101a2b
  • Combined Player Stats:
    • Player Name: Jordan Kight, Player Number: 1, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 2, 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: Max Scoble, Player Number: 2, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 10, Player Disposals: 22, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 10, Player Marks: 3, 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: Harrison Hanley, Player Number: 5, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 20, Player Kicks: 11, Player Handballs: 9, Player Marks: 7, Player Tackles: 5, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 5, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Braedan Kight, Player Number: 7, Player Goals: 4, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 5, 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: Lachlan Phillips, Player Number: 9, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 18, Player Kicks: 13, 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
    • Player Name: Jaycob Hickey, Player Number: 10, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 13, Player Disposals: 30, Player Kicks: 11, Player Handballs: 19, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 8, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Blake Souter, Player Number: 13, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 28, Player Kicks: 22, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 10, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, 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: 6, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 9, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Kyle Borg, Player Number: 16, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 28, Player Kicks: 19, Player Handballs: 9, Player Marks: 8, 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: Liam Carter, Player Number: 18, Player Goals: 3, Player Contested Possessions: 11, Player Disposals: 16, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 8, 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: Oscar Greenshields, Player Number: 47, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 15, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 6, 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: Ben McMahon, Player Number: 27, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 6, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 7, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, 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: 6, Player Disposals: 17, Player Kicks: 16, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 11, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 5, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Chase Scoble, Player Number: 33, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 5, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 1, 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: Adrian Monitto, Player Number: 45, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 15, Player Disposals: 34, Player Kicks: 22, Player Handballs: 12, Player Marks: 6, 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: Ryan Davis, Player Number: 3, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 16, Player Disposals: 23, Player Kicks: 12, Player Handballs: 11, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 8, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 9, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: James Taylor, Player Number: 25, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 25, 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: 5, Player Disposals: 14, Player Kicks: 13, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 11, 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: 6, Player Disposals: 13, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 4, 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: 2, Player Disposals: 7, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 2, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 3, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Melton , Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #730027
    • Player Name: Josh Cooper, Player Number: 32, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 7, 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: Bailey Ryan, Player Number: 1, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 21, Player Kicks: 15, Player Handballs: 6, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Kyle Anderson, Player Number: 2, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 8, Player Disposals: 12, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 6, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Will Clark, Player Number: 3, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 17, Player Disposals: 34, Player Kicks: 23, Player Handballs: 11, Player Marks: 7, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 12, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Patty Corbett, Player Number: 6, Player Goals: 1, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 11, Player Kicks: 8, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 7, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Tim Collins, Player Number: 10, Player Goals: 2, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 5, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Angus Gove, Player Number: 11, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 7, Player Disposals: 26, Player Kicks: 15, Player Handballs: 11, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Kynan Raven, Player Number: 14, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 17, Player Kicks: 9, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 4, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 5, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Logan Clark, Player Number: 25, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 7, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Jaydo Wright, Player Number: 27, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 18, Player Kicks: 10, Player Handballs: 8, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 8, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 3, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Ethan Preston, Player Number: 28, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 6, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Angus O'Keefe, Player Number: 32, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 5, Player Kicks: 1, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 4, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Tom Zampatti, Player Number: 35, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 51, Player Clearances: 2, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Otto Conlan, Player Number: 36, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 5, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Lincoln Koliba, Player Number: 26, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 9, Player Disposals: 24, Player Kicks: 17, Player Handballs: 7, Player Marks: 6, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 7, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Noah Shearer, Player Number: 43, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 8, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 1, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Josh Canny, Player Number: 8, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 0, Player Disposals: 3, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 0, Player Tackles: 1, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Jackson Leech, Player Number: 12, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 10, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Jackson O'Brien, Player Number: 17, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 2, Player Handballs: 4, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 14, Player Clearances: 1, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Ash Cutts, Player Number: 18, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 3, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 5, Player Handballs: 1, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Sam Canny, Player Number: 9, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 2, Player Disposals: 6, Player Kicks: 3, Player Handballs: 3, Player Marks: 3, Player Tackles: 3, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Flynn Loader, Player Number: 54, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 5, Player Disposals: 27, Player Kicks: 22, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 8, Player Tackles: 2, Player Hitouts: 1, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
    • Player Name: Archie Todd, Player Number: 30, Player Goals: 0, Player Contested Possessions: 4, Player Disposals: 9, Player Kicks: 4, Player Handballs: 5, Player Marks: 2, Player Tackles: 0, Player Hitouts: 0, Player Clearances: 0, Player Score Involvements: 0, Player Team Name: Lake Wendouree, Player Image: , Player Team Colour: #101a2b
  • Home Team Name: Melton
  • Home Team Score: 19.11.125
  • Away Team Name: Lake Wendouree
  • Away Team Score: 4.5.29
  • Match Replay Embed Code:
  • Match Location: Macpherson Park Oval
  • Home Team Q1 Score: 3.2.20
  • Home Team Q2 Score: 5.3.33
  • Home Team Q3 Score: 4.3.27
  • Home Team Q4 Score: 7.3.45
  • Away Team Q1 Score: 1.2.8
  • Away Team Q2 Score: 0.2.2
  • Away Team Q3 Score: 2.1.13
  • Away Team Q4 Score: 1.0.6
  • Team Stats:
    • Team Stat Name: 1%ers, Team Stat Home Value: 19, Team Stat Away Value: 27, Team Stat Combined Value: 46
    • Team Stat Name: Clearances, Team Stat Home Value: 43, Team Stat Away Value: 38, Team Stat Combined Value: 81
    • Team Stat Name: Contested Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 25, Team Stat Away Value: 7, Team Stat Combined Value: 32
    • Team Stat Name: Contested Possesions, Team Stat Home Value: 166, Team Stat Away Value: 119, Team Stat Combined Value: 285
    • Team Stat Name: Disposals, Team Stat Home Value: 360, Team Stat Away Value: 284, Team Stat Combined Value: 644
    • Team Stat Name: Frees Against, Team Stat Home Value: 13, Team Stat Away Value: 11, Team Stat Combined Value: 24
    • Team Stat Name: Frees For, Team Stat Home Value: 11, Team Stat Away Value: 13, Team Stat Combined Value: 24
    • Team Stat Name: Handballs, Team Stat Home Value: 130, Team Stat Away Value: 111, Team Stat Combined Value: 241
    • Team Stat Name: Hitouts, Team Stat Home Value: 42, Team Stat Away Value: 66, Team Stat Combined Value: 108
    • Team Stat Name: Inside 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 58, Team Stat Away Value: 32, Team Stat Combined Value: 90
    • Team Stat Name: Intercept Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 28, Team Stat Away Value: 10, Team Stat Combined Value: 38
    • Team Stat Name: Kicks, Team Stat Home Value: 230, Team Stat Away Value: 173, Team Stat Combined Value: 403
    • Team Stat Name: Marks, Team Stat Home Value: 114, Team Stat Away Value: 71, Team Stat Combined Value: 185
    • Team Stat Name: Marks Inside 50, Team Stat Home Value: 19, Team Stat Away Value: 6, Team Stat Combined Value: 25
    • Team Stat Name: Ranking Points, Team Stat Home Value: 1871, Team Stat Away Value: 1240, Team Stat Combined Value: 3111
    • Team Stat Name: Rebound 50s, Team Stat Home Value: 28, Team Stat Away Value: 36, Team Stat Combined Value: 64
    • Team Stat Name: Smothers, Team Stat Home Value: 5, Team Stat Away Value: 4, Team Stat Combined Value: 9
    • Team Stat Name: Spoils, Team Stat Home Value: 5, Team Stat Away Value: 10, Team Stat Combined Value: 15
    • Team Stat Name: Tackles, Team Stat Home Value: 62, Team Stat Away Value: 58, Team Stat Combined Value: 120

Round 10 Review

Scoop' Reviews Round 10

Darley was the only team to win at home in Round Ten of the McDonald’s Ballarat Senior Men’s. After a scare, at the top of the table, Melton and East Point steadied to claim the points, while the Cobras joined three other teams on five wins after downing Sebastopol. North Ballarat resembled more of their best with a commanding win over Melton South.

  • Darley

    24.18.162

  • Def

  • Lake Wendouree

    8.8.56

The Devils recorded their first four-quarter win of the season with a comprehensive 106-point demolition job over the Lakers.

Spearhead forward Nick Rodda finished with nine goals to move on top of the League goalkicking table. Dan Jordan could have named as many as 15 young Devils players in the best before settling on Joel Cadman, Brett Bewley, Dylan Landt, Jack Bewley, Mitch Ward and, of course, Rodda. A 34-point quarter-time lead for the Devils became 64 at the half and 93 at the final change before 106 at the game’s end.

For the Lakers, there was some resistance from Geelong VFL-listed player Scott Carlin and experienced campaigner Nathan Pring, but the day in essence was all about the Black and White and a much-needed percentage boost that may well play a part come to the business end of the season.

Darley meets North Ballarat on Saturday as both sides aim for a second win against top-six opposition - the two teams are currently locked together on five wins, separated by a mere 0.1%. The Lakers will need to show more on the road when they meet Bacchus Marsh at Maddingley Park.

What the coaches said…

JORDAN (DARLEY):Our boys responded well around the contest. We had a good spread of contributors today.

FITZPATRICK (LAKERS):The way Darley used the ball was as good as any side we've played this year. Unfortunately, we couldn't put enough pressure on them, and they were able to cut through us like a hot knife through butter.

  • North Ballarat

    18.17.125

  • Def

  • Melton South

    6.6.42

North Ballarat kicked 16 goals to three after quarter-time, earning the plaudits of both coaches on their way to an 83-point win on the road. The Panthers led at the first break but were no match for the intensity and pressure of the 2021 Minor Premiers.

Dangerous North Ballarat mobile forward Jack Riding was on fire booting six goals to claim best on-ground honours ahead of Collingwood VFL listed utility Sam Glover. The experienced 'big and small' duo of Cam McCallum and Tim Spiers made significant contributions for the winners alongside the Loader boys, Harry and Fletcher. While it's back to the drawing board for Heath Pritchard’s Panthers, Brendan McCartney's boys looked primed for a Match of the Round meeting with Darley at Mars Stadium.

Pritchard must be scratching his head, frustrated with his club's 0-6 home record heading into their bye in Round 11. One positive to be drawn for the losing side is the run of good form from trio John Kovarik, and youngsters Jarrod Bibby and Riley Theo. Panthers captain Shaun Wyatt and progressive type Mitch Fino were sound on an otherwise disappointing day for the navy blue and white.   

What the coaches said…

PRITCHARD (MELTON SOUTH):They beat us at the contest. We pride ourselves on our pressure and work rate and today North Ballarat looked back to their best.

McCARTNEY (NORTH BALLARAT):Team effort against really good opposition. Our pressure game was back and they played for each other. A good day’s work.

  • Bacchus Marsh

    10.7.67

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  • Sebastopol

    6.9.45

The travelling Cobras kept finals aspirants Sebastopol to just six goals on their way to a morale-boosting 22-point win. The Cobras led at every change, joining three other teams on five wins to keep their Top Six chances alive. Once again Cobras captain Jake Owen played the role of General down back in the absence of key defenders Jack Williams and Jason Robinson. In-form Cobras duo Ryley Stuhldrier and newcomer Sam Crea made it back-to-back solid performances to feature among the better players while small forward Tyler Huynh (three goals) pinched his second haul of multiple goals this year.

At the final change and against the breeze, questions would be asked of the Cobras' defence and their ability to hold out a 12-point advantage. The Cobras passed the test with flying colours, aided by the first use of the ball thanks to Daniel Burton in the ruck. Tyson Shea was prominent in game 251 - conditions suiting the in and under veteran down to the ground.

For the losing side, Jack Bambury, Tony Lockyer and Hugo Papst gave their all but a disappointing six-goal return was never going to be enough.

The 'Burra face an ejection from the Top Six when they meet undefeated Melton on Saturday. Seventh-placed Bacchus Marsh can move as high as fifth if they can get a win over Lake Wendouree on home soil. The Lakers have lost their last eight games on the trot.

What the coaches said…

SEARL (SEBASTOPOL): They were cleaner and brought a high level of intensity in the first quarter. We arm-wrestled the game back in our favour through the middle stages but were outworked again in the last. We have to regroup and go again.

GERMAN (BACCHUS MARSH):We moved the ball really well at times and structured up well, which forced errors on their behalf. Our defence held up well in the last quarter against the wind.

  • Melton

    15.8.98

  • Def

  • Redan

    13.10.88

In the end, it was the six goals to one scored in the third term by the undefeated Bloods that was enough to warrant a ten-point margin at the final siren.

The plucky Lions were more than competitive for the most part, and coach Jarrett Giampaolo cited the third-quarter collapse as potentially the difference between a win or a loss. Whilst buoyed by the effort, a disappointed Giampaolo said the players are done with ‘honourable losses’.

Redan led the flag favourites by six points at the main break but couldn't maintain their 'better for longer' intensity of play. Bloods coach Aaron Tymms dismissed any suggestion his boys were laboured by the 21-day break. For the winners, Jacob Hickey (three goals), Blake Souter, Harrison Hanley (three goals) and Lachlan Walker were named best, while the Carter brothers Ryan and Liam were held to two goals apiece.

Seasoned Lions Lachie George, Daniel Bond and Liam Hoy featured among the better players in a losing side while goal shark Isaac Grant and experienced forward Grant Bell finished with two goals. The Lions face another footy audit on Saturday when they meet East Point at Eastern Oval. 

What the coaches said…

GIAMAPAOLO (REDAN):A valiant effort, but at some point, we need to turn those into wins. I was really proud of the effort and endeavour for the most part, but we just lost composure for five-minute patches, especially in the third quarter against the breeze. You can't let a good side like Melton dictate the game like that. Our young group will take plenty out of it but they're hungry for a win, not just close losses.

TYMMS (MELTON):We certainly didn't play our best football but full credit to Redan, they were very good. They brought the heat and used the ball really well. I liked their game.

  • East Point

    12.15.87

  • Def

  • Sunbury

    11.8.74

Second-placed East Point managed to overcome a spirited Sunbury with a come-from-behind 13-point win at the weekend.

The Lions led at every change but couldn't hold on when it mattered most - the final siren. Coach Travis Hodgson had his boys ready to play early as they opened up a 29-point quarter-time lead. Essendon VFL listed Lions forward Jake Sutton starred with eight goals and very nearly landed the upset of the round.

At the other end, Kangas leading goalkicker Jordy Johnston had his first human day on the footy field for some weeks, held to one goal and four behinds by Willy Wright with aerial support from Tyson Lever. Despite the loss, it was just the second time the Lions have finished with more than 68 points for the year.

So, who led the charge for the reigning dual Premiers as they march back from obscurity? Try the highly talented midfield trio of Mickitja Rotumah-Onus, Matty Johnston and Jackson Merrett, alongside returning duo Dallas Martin and Aiden Nestor. Bryson McDougall (three goals) and Jack Jeffrey (two goals) hit the scoreboard. Sunbury will be hoping for a similar start against Ballarat on Saturday who return off the bye. 

What the coaches said…

HODGSON (SUNBURY):A pretty good performance. Unfortunately, our inability to capitalise on a good half-time lead means we go home without the 4 points again. Was pleasing that we were able to respond from our worst performance [in Round Nine] with our best [in Round Ten].

BRIDGES (EAST POINT):We stayed in the game for long enough, went to work and executed when we needed to... a great response after half-time.

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