Reservoir expectations for big-name recruits
31 for 31: Reservoir made a recruiting splash as it looks to end its easybeat status in NFNL Division 3, brining in several high-profile names. So what do the Mustangs expect of themselves?
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How DVCA grand finals were won and lost
There were special moments and huge individual displays as DVCA clubs climbed the mountain to grand final success on the weekend. See how every game was won.
Preston looking to end 22-year premiership wait
Just three years ago Preston won four games, this weekend the Bullants will play off in a VSDCA grand final for the first time since 2002-03, capping a remarkable turnaround.
‘Give it a shake’: Caulfield to bring the heat in VSDCA decider
Having come from sixth spot, Caulfield is hoping for an “old fashioned down in the dirt” battle with Hoppers Crossing in the VSDCA south-west grand final. And the Cats say they are ready for it.
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Ex-AFL talent links up with his junior club
After being delisted by Gold Coast and returning to Melbourne to try and rekindle his AFL career, Darcy Macpherson has signed on with his junior local club.
Higher honours await: Rising stars named in Premier Cricket teams of week
Crisply-struck Premier Cricket centuries and bowling brilliance have seen young guns put their names in the frame for higher honours. They feature in our Teams of the Week, showcasing some of the competition’s elite young men’s and women’s talent.
Mells stunner lights up derby, Juventus’ epic comeback
TALKING POINTS: George Mells lights up the original derby, Brunswick Juventus’ comeback for the ages and North Sunshine Eagles make history.
VSDCA North-East wrap: Perera strikes again as finals race boils
The reigning Val Holten medallist continues to stake his claim for another end-of-season gong, while the fight for a top-six spot is down to seven teams.
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.
South, Avondale get top billing for new Championships
Victorian heavyweights South Melbourne and Avondale will get top billing when the newly announced Australian Championships kicks off in October.
Biggest challenge facing Victory in NPL return
After an eight-year absence, Melbourne Victory made its NPL Victoria on Monday night. Coach Boris Seroshtan discusses the challenges facing the academy team.
Watch: bicycle kick brilliance, NPL season kicks off in style
TALKING POINTS: The NPL and VPL seasons kicked off in PEAK form. Devin O’Hea’s bicycle kick, red card drama, late goals, disallowed goals and more. Check out all the highlights here.
Named: 35+ players to watch at Melbourne Country Week
Run machines, young guns, X-factor players and even a former Melbourne Stars Big Bash leg spinner are in action at this week’s Country Week cricket tournament. See every team’s players to watch.
Ivanhoe, Donvale by an innings, Preston eyes perfection
Another big weekend in Subbies. Patrick Rowe on fire for Donvale, Preston chasing perfection and Coburg’s record-breaking batter backs it up with the ball.
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