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

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MPFNL Division 2: Devon Meadows v Crib Point. Crib Point player Peder Whelan. Picture: Valeriu Campan

‘I couldn’t believe it’: ruckman slots banana goal in Crib Point thriller

Peder Whelan reveals what he was thinking as lined up a goal from an impossible angle to snatch victory for Crib Point in MPFNL Division 2.

Local Footy

OEFN Senior Football. Premier Data Premier Division Seniors, Round 7. Upwey Tecoma Seniors vs Mt Evelyn Seniors, played at Upwey Tecoma Football Club, Chosen Avenue, Upwey, Victoria, Saturday 24th May 2025. Upwey Tecoma Seniors player Blake Burrows gets tackled by Jason Want . Picture: Andrew Batsch

‘Like a final in May’: Tigers and Rovers in OEFN thriller

The first draw of the season in Outer East league was likened to a final, and brought an honest appraisal of where Upwey Tecoma and Mt Evelyn are situated in the pecking order.

Local Footy

Jack Slocombe has been in good form for Hastings. Picture: Doug Farr

‘Monkey off our back’: Hastings gets first win, young guns fire

Kevin Lylak’s leadership had an impact as Hastings’ fresh faces shone in the Blues’ breakthrough win in MPFNL Division 2.

Local Footy

OEFN Senior Football. Premier Data Premier Division Seniors, Round 7. Olinda Ferny Creek Seniors vs Healesville Seniors, played at Olinda Recreation Reserve, Olinda, Victoria, Saturday 24th May 2025. Olinda Ferny Creek Seniors Captain Lachlan Taylor, celebrates with a team mate after kicking one of his goals. Picture: Andrew Batsch

Wild comebacks, wins after the siren and ex-AFL stars headline local footy

It was another dramatic day of local footy with stunning comebacks and ex-AFL players dominating. Here are all the talking points from Saturday’s action.

Local Footy

Bryce Hornsby with the ball for Dromana. Picture: Simon McEvoy

‘Best win’: Dromana clips Eagles’ wings, gives timely reminder

Dromana coach Ben Holmes was moved to make a big statement after the Tigers’ tenacious win over Edithvale-Aspendale in MPFNL Division 1.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 18: Jhett Haeata of the Dragons in action during the 2024 Coates Talent League Boys Round 08 match between the Sandringham Dragons and the Sydney Swans Academy at RSEA Park on May 18, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Rob Lawson/AFL Photos)

Watch replay: Knights survive late Dragons onslaught in game of the season

Northern Knights continued their surge up the Coates Talent League ladder, but it almost wasn’t to be against a courageous Dragons. RELIVE the epic thriller.

Local Sport

Jake Hewitt of Balnarring bats during the Mornington Peninsula Cricket Association match between Carrum Downs and Balnarring at Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve, on November 16, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Josh Chadwick)

MPCA buzz: Club to hold crucial meeting, whispers, signings

A Mornington Peninsula Cricket Association club is set to hold a pivotal meeting as it grapples with potential player departures and leadership changes. Plus the latest signings and whispers.

Local Footy

September 14, 2019 AFL Outer East (Division 2) grand final: Seville v Yarra JunctionPicture: Stuart Milligan

Gloom to boom: Winless Yarra Junction set for exciting inclusion

Yarra Junction has endured heavy defeats in Outer East league this season but coach Leigh McCombe says his side is ticking off key aims, and he reveals a boom addition to the side.

Local Footy

The surprise packets of the MPFNL season.

From underdogs to unstoppable: MPFNL’s surprise stars of 2025

Who’s turning heads in local footy? Discover the unsung heroes lighting up the MPFNL this season. From reserves to revelations, these players are redefining ‘breakout season’.

Local Footy

Nathan Burke coaching Karingal. Picture: Facebook

Bulls ‘building from the ground up’ under Burke

Karingal’s winless start to the MPFNL Division 2 season hasn’t dented new coach Nathan Burke’s enthusiasm. He talks about the Bulls’ progress and challenges across the first six rounds.

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