Local footy wrap: wait for the century continues
Another big weekend of local footy saw a country star narrowly miss out on 100 goals, a classic comeback in school footy, droughts broken and plenty more.
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Five players deregistered but expulsion vote delayed
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Recruits fire in Wallan’s season-opening romp
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Leader’s Premier Cricket Team of the Year
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Best pics from the weekend’s local footy action
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EDFL midfielder’s ridiculous stats in best-afield display
One of the stars of EDFL Division 1 dominated in Round 2, with his experienced coach rating the performance one of the best he’d seen.
Northern Saints’ next generation showcase ability
Coach Peter Lohner puts the spotlight on the EDFL Division 2 club’s youngsters, who stood tall in the club’s Round 2 victory.
Williamstown CYMS records history-making win
Faced with the challenge of the VAFA Premier B in 2021, the CYs showed they are far from easybeats as Dylan Jones led the way.
Will Sunbury Kangaroos silence doubters in 2021?
Sunbury Kangaroos were supposed to struggle in EDFL Division 1 after losing 10 premiership players, but this result showed they may be better than expected.
Kyneton gets first win under Chappy
A basketball convert and a trio of recruits impress as Kyneton secures its first win of the Bendigo league season under new coach Paul Chapman.
Flag fancy Altona makes light work of rival
The Vikings are firing under new coach Corey McCall, booting 13 goals to two after quarter-time to move to 2-0 in WRFL Division 1.
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