Local Footy Podcast: Upsets galore
The topsy-turvy results were plentiful among a monster round of action. Join the Leader Local Footy team for all the week’s key talking points. LISTEN FREE.
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Local Footy Podcast: Winter’s come early!
A wintry blast swept the ‘burbs but that didn’t stop the huge bags of goals and massive results. Join the Leader Local Footy team for all the week’s key talking points. LISTEN FOR FREE.
Local footy braces for flu season
If two years of COVID wasn’t bad enough, local footy clubs are now battling a debilitating flu strain and it will only get worse as winter hits.
Masterstroke move inspires Romsey upset
Romsey jumps into the RDFL top-five after a critical win over Macedon, inspired by a key decision to shift a Team of the Year gun.
Local Footy Podcast: Unbeaten contenders emerge
Join the Leader Local Footy team as they analyse all the undefeated teams across the ’burbs and bring you all the major headlines, big bags and upsets to emerge from the weekend. LISTEN FOR FREE.
RDFL’s road warriors claim another scalp
Riddell is the RDFL’s road warrior, knocking off two premiership contenders on their home deck in the opening four rounds.
Key move sparks Woodend-Hesket comeback
Staring down the barrel of defeat, Woodend-Hesket swung one big change to spark a come-from-behind win over Melton Centrals.
Local Footy Podcast: Recapping a huge Anzac weekend
The Leader Local Footy team wrap up a big weekend of action with big bags, a merger and several injuries all in the news. LISTEN FOR FREE HERE.
Best pics from weekend’s local footy action
Leader Local Footy’s photographers captured some amazing action on Saturday and Anzac Day. Check out the best snaps here.
Diggers debutant bags eight in Anzac win
A Diggers Rest debutant had an Anzac Day to remember, booting eight majors, in a strong win over Macedon in the RDFL’s Anzac Day clash.
Where to watch local footy on Anzac Day
If the AFL’s Anzac Day double header isn’t for you, there’s set to be plenty of local games across the state. Here’s where you can see the action.
AFL crackdown leads to ump abuse at local levels
There are fears the controversial crackdown on dissent in the AFL’s top flight is opening up community umpires to more abuse.
Remarkable return from horror kidney injury
Riley Paterson lost half his kidney in a freak football accident last season but has made a remarkable return for Riddell this season.
Riddell undefeated after Good Friday thriller
Riddell captain Josh Grabham stands tall as the Bombers withstand a Woodend-Hesket Good Friday comeback to remain undefeated.
Where to watch Good Friday local footy in Melbourne
Not interested in the AFL matches but need a Good Friday footy fix? We’ve got you covered with every local footy game in Victoria.
Emotional rollercoaster in Woodend-Hesket, Wallan draw
Woodend-Hesket coach Josh Pound was emotionally drained after seeing Wallan come back to snatch a draw but proud of his club’s performance.
Local Footy Podcast: The big bag is back
The big bag of goals made a barnstorming return on Saturday as we bring you all the major headlines from across country and metro footy. LISTEN FOR FREE HERE.
Why Diggers Rest recruits must be patient
Diggers Rest will unleash a bevy of new recruits against Melton Centrals but coach Jamie Lobb says his players will have to be patient.
Local Footy Podcast: What a return it was!
Local footy is back, as we bring you the major stories, key issues, big results and more, all in one place. LISTEN FREE HERE
Cricket trip robs Romsey of key personnel
Missing as many as 18 players, Romsey were always up against it against premiership favourite Wallan, but coach Paul Kennedy found positives.
Recruit stands tall in Riddell thriller
Recruit Michael Edwards and returning Dylan Tarczon proved their worth as the Bombers held off a Macedon comeback to claim the Puka Up Cup.
Ultimate Riddell District season preview
The Riddell District Football League promises to be the most even competition in years with several team vying for the premiership. Check out the big recruits and season predictions.
Local Footy Podcast kicks off: Top recruits of 2022 revealed
The local footy season is just a couple of weeks away and we’re kicking off the Local Footy Podcast with a look at the top recruits from every comp. LISTEN HERE
Macedon snaps up premiership, inter-league gun
Riddell District premiership contender Macedon has added a Ballarat premiership-winner and inter-league gun and bolstered its defence.
Signed: 135 top recruits in local footy for 2022
Pen is still hitting paper and there’s a H-U-G-E list of top signings for Vic metro and country clubs for 2022, including a bunch from the AFL.
The biggest local footy stories of 2021
From sad farewells to celebrating the best local footy has to offer, we’ve compiled the biggest stories from a tough but memorable season.
Best local footy and netball players across Victoria
They rose to great heights to claim the best and fairests in a season like no other. We name every footy and netball senior competition’s top players across Melbourne and the state.
New coach has big ambition for Centrals
Melton Centrals have lured a RDFL and NFL premiership-winning coach out of retirement and he’s got big plans for 2022 and beyond.
Bombers lure gun defender back to Hanger
A former RDFL Rising Star and Team of the Year defender is returning to Riddell in a significant boost to the Bombers’ backline.
Medallist admits ‘I had to pull my head in’
Wallan’s Bowen Medallist Ricky Schraven admits he enjoyed himself a little too much after his VFL career, revealing the catalyst for his sensational season.
Dees, Dogs’ path from juniors to grand final stage
Bailey Smith was a Knight, Max Gawn was a Monder, Angus Brayshaw was a Rover – how the Dees and Dogs forged their paths to the AFL Grand Final.
Named: The top 150 local footballers
The local footy season came to an early finish this year but there was no shortage of star players. We name the best of the best from 2021, with the top 40 ranked.
Woodend-Hesket eyes recruits after ‘failure’
SEASON REVIEW: A drought-breaking win over arch-rival Macedon and 16-year-old young gun were highlights in a tough year for Woodend-Hesket.
Why rebuilt Romsey earns ‘huge pass mark’
SEASON REVIEW: Romsey coach Paul Kennedy couldn’t have been prouder of his team this season after losing a host of key players.
Lancefield makes 13-goal leap forward
SEASON REVIEW: Lancefield were a 13-goal better team this season than 2019 but coach Tom Waters has pinpointed one major improvement needed.
‘Wake-up call’ gives Diggers drive for 2022
SEASON REVIEW: Three losses in five matches was an early-season slap in the face for Diggers Rest but it will ensure the Burras are primed for 2022.
Lost season to test footy clubs’ characters
SEASON REVIEW: Macedon coach Al Meldrum believes 2022 will be a true test of clubs’ and players’ characters after another lost season.
Weir loss tough to overcome for young Centrals
SEASON REVIEW: When Melton Centrals spearhead Dylan Weir went down in the season opener it spelled disaster but a promising crop of youngsters has hopes high.
Rams promise ‘ruthless’ recruiting campaign
The Western Rams slashed their average losing margin by more than 120 points this season and coach Marty Weaver is promising a strong recruiting push.
Cancelled season not a waste for Wallan
SEASON REVIEW: Wallan’s Daniel Nolan doesn’t see the cancelled RDFL season as a lost opportunity, only motivation for a 2022 premiership tilt.
Season over for local football
The Essendon District, Eastern, Northern, Southern, Riddell District, South Metro Juniors, VAFA and Western Region have all called off their seasons.
Wallan win a tribute for Nolan
After the passing of coach Daniel Nolan’s father, Barry, Wallan paid tribute in the best way possible – a big win over RDFL flag rival Riddell.
Gleeson cameo inspires Diggers Rest comeback
Normally a mainstay in defence for Diggers Rest, Tom Gleeson proved a match-winner in attack as a final quarter Burras comeback stunned Riddell.
Lancefield breaks 1778-day drought
Lancefield hadn’t beaten an RDFL rival other than Western Rams since 2016 but the Tigers roared home in front of their faithful on Saturday.
Riddell District locks in new finals structure
Riddell District Football League clubs have approved a new finals format and season extension to accommodate the rounds lost to Melbourne’s lockdown.
COVID break can’t slow down red-hot Wallan
The three-week lockdown-enforced break hasn’t slowed down RDFL flag favourite Wallan, the Magpies beating up previously undefeated Riddell.
Riddell District’s radical plan to save season
Riddell District Football League clubs will have the chance to vote on a proposal to extend the home-and-away season to save games lost to Melbourne’s lockdown.
Own it: Diggers won’t forget historic loss
No club in Victoria wants football to return as soon as possible than Diggers Rest. The Burras determined to make amends for its last-start humiliation.
The local footy leagues facing three-week break
A number of local footy competitions across Melbourne will have at least three weeks off after Victoria’s lockdown was extended. VOTE IN OUR POLL
Wallan humiliates RDFL premiership rival
Wallan coach Daniel Nolan is expecting a fierce reply from Diggers Rest next time they meet after humiliating their RDFL premiership rival.
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