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

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Jason Curry of Langwarren (left) chases the ball during the MPNFL Division 2 match at Pearcedale Recreation Reserve, Pearedale, Victoria, Saturday, April 21, 2018. Pearcedale v Langwarrin. (AAP Image/James Ross) NO ARCHIVING

Pearcedale holds off Langy

PEARCEDALE edged Langwarrin by four points to reclaim the Bushman’s Cup on Saturday – but the thrilling win was overshadowed by a freakish injury occurrence.

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The Frankston Dolphins walk off the ground after beating North Melbourne. Picture: Emily Fraser-Ison photography

Frankston Dolphins knock over Roos

FRANKSTON players gave their loyal supporters a standing ovation after their landmark 13-point win over North Melbourne on Saturday.

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MPNFL Division 1: Mt Eliza v Frankston Pines.Jubilant Frankston Pines players including #21 Daniel John giving team mate #4 Tom McDermott a congratulatory hug, leave the ground after defeating Mount Eliza. Picture: Jason SammonSaturday 14 April 2018

Ex-AFL man Aaron Edwards back with a bang

AARON Edwards made a triumphant return from a knee reconstruction on Saturday, booting two crucial goals to help Pines secure a come-from-behind 23-point win over Mt Eliza in MPNFL Division 1.

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Seaford junior footy coach Mal Lehner and daughter Dakota hold up the premiership cup in 2017.

Mal’s mighty milestone

IT was Seaford Junior Football Club’s lucky day when a little kid joined its playing ranks in the early 1970s. Four decades on, Mal Lehner is on the brink of a remarkable milestone.

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Nepean FNL: Hastings v Sorrento at Thomas Barclay oval , Hastings. Hastings forward # 29 Luke Hewitt slots a goal. Picture: Chris Eastman

Frankston Bombers bank first win

THE Frankston Bombers have held firm to beat Mornington by 17 points and open their winning account in the newly-structured MPNFL Division 1 season.

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Peninsula league: Mt Eliza v Edi-Aspendale at Emil Madsen Reserve. Edi-Asp captain #13 Steven Mannix. Picture: Chris Eastman

Edi-Asp impresses in season opener

STRENGTHENED by a batch of talented recruits, Edithvale-Aspendale made an early statement with an impressive 33-point win over last season’s grand finalists Bonbeach on Good Friday.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 17: Cameron Pedersen (L) and Jordan Moncrieff of the Casey Demons attempt to mark the ball during the round one VFL match between Williamstown and Casey Demons on April 17, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Jack Thomas/AFL Media/Getty Images)

Stonecats build depth

MORNINGTON Peninsula footy fans are in for an Easter treat this weekend.

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Anthony Bruhn of YCW marks and goals during the Peninsula League Grand Final between Frankston YCW and Bonbeach played at Kars Park in Frankston on Sunday 17th September, 2017. Picture: Mark Dadswell

Frankston YCW loses star forward

A BIG out for reigning premiers Frankston YCW on the eve of the season, with star forward Anthony Bruhn being cleared to Collegians in the VAFA.

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Ex footballing champion Wayne Schwass who lives mission is to raise awareness to suicide and suicide prevention. . Pic : Michael Klein

Schwass to speak at Langwarrin forum

FORMER North Melbourne and Sydney Swans star Wayne Schwass will hold a community forum in Langwarrin on Wednesday night, as part of his personal mission to stamp out suicide.

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Nepean Football League: Devon Meadows v Tyabb at Glover Reserve, Devon Meadows. Devon Meadows coach Glenn Michie. Picture: AAP/ Chris Eastman

Michie makes call on future

DEVON Meadows coach Glenn Michie has announced that season 2018 will be his last in charge of the Panthers.

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