Local footy rumour mill hits overdrive
The coach going out with a bang delivering harsh truths, a team wanting to play with 21 and the case of the man who wanted the fire instead of the warm-up. It’s all in our weekly Quick Kicks column.
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Inside Moonee Valley’s fight for ‘survival’
Moonee Valley secured a vital win in the race to avoid relegation overcoming a challenge coach Ian Denny had never faced before. Meanwhile, the captain produced one of the year’s most inspirational games.
Local footy wrap: Forward’s big milestone, AFL hopeful stars
A star forward brought up a four-figure milestone, as a draft prospect delivered in an APS thriller. Meanwhile, one of local footy’s longest winning streaks came to an end.
‘Forgot spellcheck’: Local footy club’s jibe at $10m upgrades
A footy club in Melbourne’s southeast has poked fun at the local council for a spelling error the world can see on its club room facilities which are receiving a $10m upgrade. See what happened.
Revealed: The best rookie coaches in metro local footy
From ex-AFL stars looking at the game through a different lens to those who have bided their time as an assistant. We’ve named the best first-year coaches steering local clubs with ease.
Next wave of South Sudanese AFL young guns on show
South Sudanese numbers are growing in the AFL, and an initiative is striving to boost them further. And they include academy talents tied to AFL clubs.
Ranked: Victorian local footy’s best goalkickers
Victorian local footy’s best forwards are making their mark in season 2024 and we have our first 100-goalkicker. See the leading players from across the state.
‘Different opinion’: West Coburg loving life away from home
Shore Reserve has long been a fortress for West Coburg but coach Daniel Barnes believes his side might be better suited to life on the road. He reveals why as a forward shines in a different looking role.
Our best photos from the weekend’s footy action
There were highs and lows across the footy fields of Melbourne on the weekend. Our photographers were there to capture the best of the action. See it all in our gallery.
‘Redemption’: How Glenroy is approaching season’s end
Glenroy knows it won’t play finals in 2024 but coach Dean Young is in intent on a strong finish to the season. He reveals what he wants to see after a thrilling draw with Coburg Districts.
Issy can’t end losing streak, goalkicker tons up
WEEKEND WRAP: Isaac Smith and Shane Mumford couldn’t end a club’s losing streak, a country star brings up triple figures and a local legend fuels a stunning upset.
Our best photos from the weekend’s local footy
There was plenty of action across Melbourne’s local footy fields last weekend. Check out our favourites here.
Inside Keilor Park’s drought breaking win
The last 12 months have been a rollercoaster ride for those involved with Keilor Park and Saturday’s win meant more than four points. They faced 33 players unavailable and a forfeit to get there.
‘Just made sense’: Hillside captain fires on return
One of Hillside’s co-captains made an immediate impact on his return from injury with a best on ground display. Coach Chris Daley on the decision to bring him back and the defender who was key.
Local footy drama: Victory at last and a goal century
A goal guru has blasted the first century of the season, while the longest winning streak in local footy came to a dramatic end. There were also season-first wins and a sweet victory for the Big V.
Why Doutta Stars are positive about mid-season position
In his three years with the club, Barry Prendergast hasn’t seen Essendon Doutta Stars in the position it finds itself in. He talks the back half of the season as the recruits start to fire.
AFL debutant’s call up which sparked club’s big day
Oak Park coach Todd Clark thought bad news was coming when his phone rang on Saturday morning but it was just the first step on a day where his side took a big step towards safety. Here’s what happened.
How injury hit Taylors Lakes are continuing to thrive
Missing “seven or eight” of their best players, Taylors Lakes produced a thrilling come from behind win in a top of the ladder clash as a young ruckman took his opportunity.
Local footy wrap: Ex-AFL heroes steal spotlight
A host of former AFL stars laced up the boots in cameo appearances across the state, while the wet and wintry conditions paved the way for an avalanche of upsets.
Greenvale’s next generation playing key role in finals charge
With the injury list growing and players venturing off to Europe, Greenvale’s kids are living up to the challenge of keeping their side in the finals hunt. Two in particular have impressed recently.
Local footy wrap: Touching tributes, droughts broken
The longest winning drought ended and a popular player was remembered, as local footy proved more than a game. Catch up on all the action here.
The leading players from junior interleague footy
The AFL Victoria Metro Junior Development Series saw some of the state’s best up and coming prospects go head-to-head earlier this month. Here’s a look at some of the best performers.
‘A little bit behind’: Eagles find confidence after slow start
Airport West believes a horror start to the season with two wins in a row. Coach Brent Taylor opens up on what has changed, the players who have impressed and building on what already existed.
‘Proud’ McGuane opens up on son’s local footy debut
Mick McGuane’s son, Thomas, made an impressive start to life as a Keilor player on debut while another AFL hopeful caught the eye in another big win. The Blues coach opens up on their performances.
How Tullamarine ‘reset’ its season to keep finals dream alive
Tullamarine remains in the hunt for finals after a crunch win over Craigieburn and an off-season recruit who has been hampered by injury is emerging as an x-factor.
Tackle restrictions loom for junior footy
A Melbourne footy league could introduce rules banning full tackles in a junior competition while also cutting finals and individual awards.
Emerging EDFL club lands impressive recruiting haul
Burnside Heights has added a raft of experience to boost its young list including a former SANFL player, reigning league best-and-fairest and a forward who kicked 100 goals last season.
The local footy teams to keep an eye on in 2024
From clubs with massive off-season recruiting drives to those who need to live up to the pressure, these are the local footy teams you need to keep an eye on in 2024.
Where new recruits will fit in at Moonee Valley
Moonee Valley has enjoyed a busy off-season with several fresh faces arriving at the club and there is reason to be excited about their impact. Here’s how they fit in.
How interstate trip led to EDFL club landing ex-AFL player
An Essendon District Football League side has made the first splash in 2024 with another ex-AFL player joining the club. Here’s how an interstate trip played a part.
Revealed: All of metro Melbourne’s local footy coaching changes
Ex-AFL guns, VFL stars and community legends are among the local footy’s new coaches in 2024. Here we track each new coaching appointment in the off-season.
EDFL club confirms new coach, leaves another searching
An EDFL club has named its new coach after being forced into a late coaching switch but it has left another team from a neighbouring competition without a senior mentor.
Named: Local footy’s best recruits of the off-season
Ex-AFL guns, state league stars and local heroes have been among the signings at clubs throughout the off-season. We name those who have stood out.
Inside Aberfeldie’s new coaching appointment
Aberfeldie football president Sean Howard has given an insight into the club’s new co-coaching structure and why he’s excited about the recruits who have returned to the club.
Revealed: Local footy’s best young guns of 2023
AFL and VFL talent scouts take note. There’s some serious young talent tearing up local leagues in Melbourne. Here’s the rising stars who dominated in 2023.
Returning junior boosts Keilor’s hopes
Keilor’s hopes of back-to-back premierships have received a significant boost with a recently delisted AFL player returning to his junior club.
Rumour mill: How soon is now?
When is too soon to begin pre-season training? Some clubs have reignited the age-old debate, while another is reportedly rivalling AFL clubs for player contracts. All and more revealed here.
Taylors Lakes set to be boosted by several recruits
After a shock run to the preliminary final in 2023, Taylors Lakes looks set to again be a premiership contender next year after an impressive off-season on the recruiting front.
Hillside bolstered by the talent it ‘needed’
Hillside has been busy this off-season with several big arrivals. Coach Chris Daley reveals why he targeted those players and why an off-field signing could be as beneficial.
‘Steadied the ship’: Tullamarine boosted by significant recruits
A former VFL ruckman, exciting young prospects and an interstate gun who “fell into” its lap have headlined Tullamarine’s impressive off-season. Here’s how it all played out.
‘We’re happy’: Oak Park welcome several new recruits
Oak Park is primed for its journey into Division 1 next with several recruits bolstering its playing list while three premiership heroes have hung up the boots. Here’s where the new players fit in.
Revealed: Local footy’s salary caps for 2024
Country footy’s premier competitions will be able to spend more than their metro counterparts in 2024. Here’s the salary cap for every league.
The connections which helped Marby land AFL defender
New Maribyrnong Park coach Brodie Holland has given an insight into the connections that helped bring Lachie Plowman to the club and where he expects him to play.
How Deer Park is preparing for its biggest challenge
Major changes to the playing list, big name recruits and a new division are all part of Jamie Madigan’s challenge as the new Deer Park coach. He opens up on what lays ahead.
Melbourne’s top 75 local footy clubs of 2023
Perfect seasons, premierships, fairytale finals runs and drought-breaking feats. These are the top 75 local footy clubs of 2023 ranked and you can have your say.
AFL move confirmed for EDFL coach
An AFL club has confirmed one of the EDFL’s most promising coaches will take up a development role for the 2024 season.
Have your say on the local footy salary cap
The salary cap is a topic of conversation at every footy club. Here is your chance to tell us what you think about it and how much it is impacting the game at grassroots level.
Salary cap to be introduced for women’s local footy
One Victorian local footy’s biggest leagues has announced it will officially introduce a salary cap for its women‘s competitions next season. See the full details.
EDFL grand finalists confirm new coaches
Two EDFL clubs who parted ways with grand final coaches have named their replacements. Here’s the latest.
Airport West’s new era starts with impressive recruits
Airport West coach Brent Taylor promised some exciting additions and the Eagles’ recruiting is off to a hot start with three fresh faces.
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