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

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Ryan Jacobs takes a kick for Seaford. Picture: Facebook

‘Sensational’ goal as Seaford takes big scalp

The Tiger spirit was on full display as the men in yellow and black knocked off traditional rivals Chelsea — after a rousing talk from a former club champion.

Local Footy

Aiden Gajanovic is mobbed by Emerald teammates after kicking the winning goal.

‘Best kick in the team’: After-the-siren goal sparks Emerald’s season

It was the kick that ignited Emerald’s season. With 1000 fans holding their breath, the right man had the ball in his hands for the Bombers in an epic finish in OEFN Premier Division.

Local Footy

Blake Kuipers of Rosebud celebrates kicking a goal during the round ten MPFNL Division One Seniors match between Sorrento and Rosebud at David Macfarlan Reserve, on June 08, 2024, in Sorrento, Australia. (Photo by Josh Chadwick)

‘The most we’ve been tested’: behind the Buds’ 4-0 start

Rosebud coach Danny Ades gives an insight into his side’s unbeaten start, while an ex-AFL player made a surprise appearance as Frankston YCW and Pines were involved in a night-time thriller in MPFNL Division 1.

Local Footy

AFL Barwon footy and Netball. Geelong West v St Albans at Geelong West. Geelong West's Thomas Handley celebrates goal. Picture: Mike Dugdale

Local footy wrap: Flag contenders emerge amid surprise results

Teams announced themselves as genuine flag contenders, while others stumbled. There was a 17-goal quarter, career firsts and young guns firing — it’s all in our sweeping local footy wrap.

Local Footy

MPFNL practice match: Pearcedale v Pines. ***** Pines team is in Red and green / The reporter said I do not need to find names of players****. Pearcedale player #8. Picture:ÃÂ Valeriu Campan

‘A lot more reliable’: Dales out to clip Eagles’ wings in MPFNL blockbuster

The stakes are high as Somerville and Pearcedale battle to maintain their unbeaten status in a fascinating round of MPFNL Division 2 footy. Hear from coaches and see the key players.

Local Sport

Dan Salvato is the new coach of Frankston YCW. Picture: Facebook

New coach, recruits as Stonecats sharpen claws

One-time MPCA powerhouse Frankston YCW is eyeing a return to its glory days after announcing a new coach and recruits, as its new leader makes a bold call.

Local Footy

Nathan Burke coaching Karingal. Picture: Facebook

Burke stays positive amid Bulls belting

Karingal coach Nathan Burke says his side’s 169-point drubbing in MPFNL Division 2 was a stark reality check, but some heartwarming moments lifted the Bulls’ spirits.

Local Footy

MPFNL Division One Seniors, Grand Final: Dromana FNC Seniors vs Mt Eliza FNC Seniors played at Kinetic Park, Frankston, Victoria, Sunday 15th September 2024. Mt Eliza Captain Nathan Scagliarini. Picture: Andrew Batsch

Mt Eliza lose key player in hit to premiership defence

Mt Eliza has lost one of its leading players amid its 0-2 start to the MPFNL Division 1 season — and coach Rikki Johnston pinpoints the area in which the Redlegs have dropped off.

Local Footy

Hugo Munn from the Bulldogs is tackled by Will Gould from Glenelg during the SANFL preliminary final match between Central Districts and Glenelg at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, Sunday, September 15, 2024. (SANFL Image/David Mariuz)

SANFL recruit sparks Healesville’s perfect start in OEFN

A one-time AFL draft prospect is among seven recruits fuelling Healesville’s 2-0 start to the Outer East league’s Premier Division season.

Local Footy

Finn Jakstas (No. 16) flies for a mark for Pearcedale. Picture: Doug Farr

‘He’s a star for us’: ex-AFL gun driving the Dales

Pearcedale is off to a flyer in MPFNL Division 2, with former Port Adelaide forward Brett Eddy slotting in as co-coach. He talks about his talented side, the ex-AFL player driving the Dales and “what’s possible this year’’.

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