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Simon McEvoy is a sports reporter for Leader Newspapers and CODE Sports.

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Lincoln Edwards in action for Elsternwick.

Edwards on record track after batting masterclass

When Sahan Perera smashed the 1000-run barrier for the first time in VSDCA history last season it looked unbeatable … it might not last 12 months.

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Every signing: Your MPFNL off-season recruiting tracker

Every signing: Your MPFNL off-season recruiting tracker

Keep up to date with every in and out across both divisions of the Mornington Peninsula Football Netball League. See every move here.

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Aden Quirk is tackled during the EFL (Div 1): Upper Ferntree Gully v Croydon football match in Upper FTG, Saturday, May 25, 2019. Picture: Andy Brownbill

OEFN recruiting tracker: Every signing, every move

Footy never sleeps and Outer East FN clubs are already wheeling and dealing for 2026, making some huge signings — track every in and out right here.

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Bulldogs' Luke Morgan in action in the AFL Cairns Premiership Men's match between the South Cairns Cutters and Centrals Trinity Beach Bulldogs, held at Fretwell Park. Picture: Brendan Radke

Spark ignited: Why ex-VFL onballer took Edi-Asp coaching job

Some coaches talk about finding the right fit. Luke Morgan felt it the moment he walked through the doors at Edithvale-Aspendale. The spark was instant.

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MELBOURNE - June 12 : AFL. Michael Hibberd of the Demons during the round 13 AFL match between Melbourne and Collingwood at the MCG on June 12 , 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. Photo by Michael Klein.

MPFNL 2026: The Peninsula’s biggest recruiting blitz yet

The Mornington Peninsula league has got a serious injection of talent. From returning AFL stars to VFL guns and interstate sharpshooters, here are the best signings ahead of season 2026 …

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Revealed: The best OEFN recruits for 2026

Revealed: The best OEFN recruits for 2026

The off-season has delivered in spectacular fashion. Clubs across the Outer East league have secured elite talent, premiership experience, and exciting young guns. We’ve named the best signings.

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Oscar Scott-Waters fielding for Victoria at the MCG. Picture: Chris Smith

‘I accepted pretty quickly’: Teen swaps thirds for Shield at MCG

Days after turning 18, a local cricketer got the call every young player dreams of: suit up for Victoria at the MCG. This Frankston lad had a weekend he’ll never forget.

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Lachlan Curtis took 3-14 for the Heat. Pic: Frankston Peninsula CC

Dream debut spins Frankston Peninsula to victory

A Frankston Peninsula youngster made a dream bowling debut, then a gripping finish delivered the perfect ending as the Heat claimed a massive scalp on Saturday.

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St AlbansÃ Matthew Gundry celebrates kicking a goal during the EDFL: Rupertswood v St Albans football match in Sunbury, Saturday, May 27, 2023. Picture: Andy Brownbill

Locked in: every West Gippsland off-season signing

Big moves in West Gippsland: VFL and WAFL stars, goalkicking machines and a 209cm ruck monster. See all the confirmed signings, club-by-club.

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PrestonÃs Shakeel Ahmad during the VSDCA: Preston v Hoppers Crossing cricket match in Preston, Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024. Picture: Andy Brownbil

Preston’s challenge after record streak ends

Preston’s historic undefeated run came to an end and the Bullants have been challenged to respond as they face red-hot ladder-leader Elsternwick.

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