Victorian local and country footy’s leading goalkickers, best forwards

The race for the ton is on as the best forwards in Victorian footy make their mark this season. See who is leading the goalkicking race.

The race to get to triple figures is heating up.

Here’s a look at the leading goalkickers across Victoria’s local footy competitions.

Jason Wells (Longwarry, Ellinbank and District) – 75 goals

Been in dominant form all season and is currently the leading goalkicker in the state.

Mason McGarrity (Neerim South, Ellinbank and District) – 69 goals

Has made an immediate impact since crossing from Warragul Industrials in the West Gippsland league.

Aaron Mullett (Wandin, Outer East) – 69 goals

The ex-AFL forward has been a dominant force all season, kicking his current tally in just eight games.

Ned McKeown (Tungamah, Picola and District) – 65 goals

Been a consistent goalkicker throughout the season to easily be clear in his own competition.

Birchip-Watchem forward Ben Edwards playing against Sea Lake-Nandaly. Picture: Blake Lee

Ben Edwards (Birchip-Watchem, North Central) – 64 goals

Kicked 102 goals last season and is already in fine form after averaging more than nine goals a game.

Lewis Stanton (Wyndhamvale, Western) – 60 goals

A big name recruit at the start of the season who has thrived after crossing from Yarraville Seddon. A key in his side’s premiership push.

James Lloyd (Murchison-Toolamba, Kyabram District) – 58 goals

After booting 137 goals last season, Lloyd is on track to give the ton another crack this season.

Jack Sharlassian (Hallam, Southern) – 58 goals

A dominant force for the premiership contender this season with an average of almost six goals a game.

Bright full forward Cooper Thomason. Picture: Supplied

Cooper Thomason (Bright, Ovens and King) – 57 goals

Finished on 99 goals last season and will be determined to reach triple figures this year.

Lachie Sharp (Bridgewater, Bridgewater) – 56 goals

Booted 138 goals last season and is on track for another huge haul.

Liam Evans (Nathalia, Murray) – 54 goals

A star for a long time with the Purps. He’s closing in on the 750-goal milestone.

Mark Stevens (Lyndale, Southern) – 53 goals

Recruited from Oakleigh Districts at the start of the season, Stevens has proven to be a gun pick up.

Michael Newton (Whorouly, Ovens and King) – 53 goals

Has booted 53 goals in just seven appearances after crossing from Wangaratta.

Robbie Hare (Allansford, Warrnambool and District) – 52 goals

A leading name in recent years on this list who continues to deliver.

Guy Telford (Kiewa Sandy Creek, Tallangatta and District) – 51 goals

Has returned to the club this season after a stint with Cudgewa in the Upper Murray league.

Duane Haebich (Goorambat, Ovens and King) – 50 goals

After missing all of last year, he’s currently averaging 5 goals a game.