‘Facts on the table’: Whitefriars’ bid for consistency
Whitefriars coach Luc Matthews is hopeful his side can stop going from being the “best” to “worst” team with inconsistent form this season. Here’s they’ve addressed it over the summer.
VAFA
How Swinburne Uni plans to overcome high player turnover
Swinburne University is hopeful of unearthing a “couple of gems” on the eve of the season as the Razorbacks prepare to celebrate a significant milestone in 2025. The rundown on every VAFA D3 club here.
The local footy teams to keep an eye on in 2025
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 2025.
Every in and out across the entire VAFA ahead of 2025
Keep up to date with every in and out across all six divisions of the Victorian Amateur Football Association. See every move here.
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Named: the biggest local footy recruits of 2025
From Melton to Mornington, Epping to East Brighton, local footy clubs have secured some elite talent. We’ve named the biggest moves of the summer here.
‘Footy clubs are beautiful places’: Nathan Brown back at OMs
Old Melburnians hasn’t played finals since Nathan Brown coached six years ago, and now he’s back. He talks about his return, OMs’ list changes and the possibility of Tom Hawkins playing for the club.
Rumour Mill: 65k, ex-AFL race settled and a bold recruiting strategy
One club made a creative pitch for recruits while another went with the tried and tested ‘cashed-up’ approach. That and an update on the last ex-AFL men local-footy bound in this week’s Rumour Mill.
Ormond remembers ‘true legend’ of the VAFA
The Ormond Football Club is mourning the loss of its vice-president, remembering him as a man who helped build the club to where it is today on and off the field.
How Old Brighton plans to rebound
Old Brighton came close to creating club history in 2024 but fell short at the final hurdle. Here’s how they can go one step better with the inclusion of some big names.
Why VAFA club aren’t afraid to continue playing the kids
Eley Park boasts one of the youngest lists in the VAFA but as coach Matt Embling reveals, he’s not going to stop blooding the youth.
Millions on offer for local footy clubs
Grassroots footy clubs in search of much-needed funds have a perfect opportunity coming next week. Find out how you can apply.
‘You should get eyes on this guy’: How De La will attack Premier return
De La Salle is gearing up for a return to the VAFA’s top comp and coach Nick Hyland says his side — bolstered by strong retention and three good recruits — won’t shy away from the awaiting challenge.
How new coach plans to steer VAFA power
A VAFA Premier club has turned to an experienced and decorated player to steer it into its next phase. He reveals his coaching strategy, an update on the list and what he thinks his new side can achieve.
VAFA club secures ex-AFL Tiger and Eagle
Old Ivanhoe has landed one of the recruits of the VAFA off-season, securing a former Richmond and West Coast Eagles midfielder.
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