Is it Heidelberg’s premiership to lose? Take out the Tigers and 2025 looms as a fascinating NFNL Division 1 season with a host of clubs chasing finals. Check out all the ins and outs and key players.
Two standouts and eight other teams will be fighting for finals and survival, NFNL Division 2 looks an intriguing season. Check out all the ins and outs and key players at every club.
31 for 31: After back-to-back grand finals, there’s only one thing on Diamond Creek’s mind but coach Andrew Tranquilli says the club faces a massive challenge.
31 for 31: North Heidelberg has a fresh look this season and a new captain with long-time leader Kyle McDonald standing down. Brody Bell talks about what it means to lead he Bulldogs.
31 for 31: Heidelberg West has welcomed back two club greats but has focused on its future with its pre-season recruiting as it looks to win some respect back.
31 for 31: In its eight seasons in NFNL Division 2, Thomastown has consistently finished between fourth and sixth. How can the Bears take the next step?
31 for 31: After a reality check in 2024, Kinglake is determined to celebrate its centenary season with a return to NFNL Division 3 finals.
31 for 31: After avoiding relegation last year there’s a clean slate at Watsonia and after a busy off-season, coach Anthony McGregor is excited by his club’s potential.
Gary Moorcroft took the AFL’s Mark of the Century and now after a legendary local footy career, with great difficulty, he’s selected his best 22.
31 for 31: Eltham has successfully completed the first two steps of its five-year plan. Coach Tim Bongetti reveals the club’s ambition for year three.
31 for 31: A fully fit Billy Morrison and Brent Marshall put Mernda in premiership contention, securing two gun recruits on the eve of the season could take the Demons all the way.
31 for 31: Whittlesea has focused on luring local talent home in 2025 as it looks to erase last year’s disappointing Division 2 finals exit.
31 for 31: After two seasons without finals, West Preston-Lakeside is eyeing a return to the top-five after bolstering its squad with several impressive recruits.
31 for 31: Ivanhoe missed finals by just 5 per cent last season and that added motivation, plus several high-quality recruits, has the club primed for a finals challenge.
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