WFNL: Werribee Districts pass three major tests

Werribee Districts coach Chris Gilham has pinpointed an area which is making a “real difference” for his side this season as a former VFL player continues his impressive start to the year.

Brodie Gallop made his Werribee Districts senior debut.

The last three games have seen Werribee Districts face big tests and the Western league premiership contender has passed each with flying colours.

For the quality in the Division 1 club’s line-up, one factor from the midfield is impressing coach Chris Gilham.

“Our midfielders are kicking goals and helping to relieve pressure on the forwards,” he said.

Harrison White was among those leading the way in the weekend’s 15-point win over Caroline Springs as the ex-VFL listed player booted three goals.

He’s enjoying a brilliant start to the season after committing to playing local full time in 2025.

“A really good start to the year,” Gilham said.

“Playing as a midfielder, he’s got a fantastic ball carrying ability. He’s getting forward and kicking goals as well which has made him a really damaging player.

“Josh Mould and Lucas Rocci are kicking goals consistently as well. Dillon Viojo-Rainbow has the capacity to do some real damage inside forward 50.

“In tight games, against high quality opposition, having goals out of the midfield can be a real difference.”

Harrison White in action. Picture: Andy Brownbill

Districts have beaten Yarraville-Seddon, Hoppers Crossing and the Lakers in their last three outings, sides who have all been touted as contenders this season.

What’s pleased Gilham about the result is the fact his side is winning in different ways.

“We had a real shootout against Yarraville, then it was a scrap against Hoppers,” he said.

“We started strongly on the weekend and then Caro managed to work their way back into it. There was a real grind to get the game back on our terms.

“Three good wins but there’s still a lot of improvement left in our group.

“These are the types of game which will shape the season when you play other premiership fancies twice.”

Districts handed a senior debut to Brodie Gallop on Saturday with Gilham determined to see more young stars earn their way into the senior side this season.

“He’s been a good player in the under-18s last season, come through the Western Jets, and had a big pre-season,” Gilham said.

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