Star ruckman Liam Buxton links with VAFA club
Liam Buxton has had two false starts with his football this year but he’s hoping to finally pull the boots on, with VAFA Premier powerhouse St Kevin’s.
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Why local footy is fighting losing battle to return
Some community football leagues are holding out hope of bouncing the ball in 2020, but Luke D’Anello analyses why some clubs have lost confidence of a season going ahead — and why others are certain to follow.
Ex-Swan Alex Johnson links with VAFA club
Old Xavs have already recruited a former Swan in Xavier Richards, and they have fingers crossed they’ll add another in the inspirational Johnson.
Is this the best local footballer who hasn’t played AFL?
He’s the captain of a powerhouse team with ability to kick match-turning goals. And when he stepped up to VFL-level he did so with aplomb. Now he’s earned the title of the best local footy player who hasn’t played in the big league.
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Old Scotch home on prayer
The odds were stacked against Old Scotch’s Matthew Seed when he started his approach toward goal late in the final term.
Parkside eyes VAFA switch
LOCAL FOOTY FIRST: The Northern Football League could be set to lose one of its clubs as it prepares to vote on a switch to the Victorian Amateur Football Association.
Old Xavs hold off De La
DE LA SALLE coach Paul Satterley says his team faces a ‘grand final’ against Old Brighton this weekend.
Club on the move as it fights for survival
A NORTHERN suburbs football club has voted to switch leagues for the 2015 season as it fights for survival after a disappointing campaign this year.
Rams to charge again
THE Mt Lilydale Old Collegians are climbing off the canvas for another round and look set for a return to the VAFAs senior competition.
Double-chance in Snowdogs’ sights
ST BERNARD’S is one win away from booking its place in the Victorian Amateur Football Association Premier Division top-two after a hard-fought victory against Beaumaris on Saturday.
Cobras rising for a finals strike
FOR the first time since 2010 the Manningham Cobras will play Division 4 finals football after their win at Canterbury secured the club a spot in the top four.
Who needs AFL when you’ve got these great local games?
IF A Saturday twilight clash between Richmond and GWS doesn’t grab you, try a suburban footy fix this weekend. Local Footy has your guide to the best of the action.
Bullants are still alive
WITH its back to the wall, relegation looked all but assured for Bulleen Templestowe when it trailed Yarra Valley by 32 points at three-quarter time just two rounds ago.
Uni’s class shines again
AFTER struggling during June, Swinburne University looks to be running into form at just the right time of the season, recording a third consecutive win on Saturday.
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