Dingley survive Good Friday scare to remain unbeaten
The Southern league’s early benchmark continued its unbeaten start to the season despite a key absence on Good Friday – but not before surviving an almighty scare.
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Three-way tie: SFNL coaches’ votes leaderboard revealed
There’s a three-way tie on top of our SFNL Division 1 coaches’ votes leaderboard two rounds into the season. Catch up on all the round 2 votes and see who’s leading the way early.
Tom Hawkins stars on his return to country footy
Recently retired Geelong star Tom Hawkins starred on his return to country footy with Finley while other ex-AFL names made their mark in games across Victoria on Good Friday. See the wrap.
‘Unreal’: Why Ryan is bullish about Southern interleague squad
The new faces in the men’s squad of Southern interleague coach Des Ryan have him excited. Find out why, and see all three squads here.
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SFNL Division 1 season guide: Club-by-club preview
The highly anticipated Southern league Division 1 season is upon us. See the latest key player movement and our verdict on every club.
‘Walked in off the street’: East Brighton snags Vic Metro junior
An underage All Australian footballer fell into East Brighton’s lap on the eve of the Southern league season. Find out how.
‘Bring something different’: Rosellas buoyed by late signing
A new motto and a new recruit could provide the impetus for Cheltenham’s quest for a famous three-peat, as the club looks to unearth the next Josh Lai.
Contenders galore: How the Southern League is shaping up
A cracking year of footy awaits in the Southern league and many believe it’s the strongest it’s been in some time. Here’s a look at the season ahead, plus the players to watch and big calls.
‘Attacking brand’: What to expect from new-look East Malvern
SFNL Division 2 grand finalists East Malvern have recruited strongly under a new coach as they steel themselves for a promotion tilt. Inside their pre-season.
Recruits have Bentleigh eyeing finals return
Bentleigh is eyeing off a place back in the Southern league’s top-five this season and a package of recruits could be crucial in its chances.
‘That’s the sight we’re setting’: Narre Warren’s Southern debut ambition
Find out why Narre Warren coach Steven Kidd believes his side can be propelled to a finals appearance in its Southern League debut.
How left-field connection helped Cheltenham snare Tassie young gun
A “funny” connection played a key role in an exciting prospect from Tasmania landing at Southern league club Cheltenham when he moves to the mainland later this year.
‘Completely take the p***’: Inside local footy’s ‘murky’ salary cap
One of local football’s most contentious issues — the salary cap — is under the microscope after Mick McGuane’s Keilor lost its 2023 premiership. As AFL Victoria reviews the cap, we delve into the strong arguments for and against it.
Black Rock’s plan to shake ‘poor cousin’ tag
The coach loves how the older brother of a VFL gun flies for the footy in the preseason. Could this be a new air Jordan? Here are the Cole hard facts.
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