Ultimate NFNL Division 2 club-by-club season preview
Two standouts and eight other teams will be fighting for finals and survival, NFNL Division 2 looks an intriguing season. Check out all the ins and outs and key players at every club.
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Why flag isn’t everything for Diamond Creek
31 for 31: After back-to-back grand finals, there’s only one thing on Diamond Creek’s mind but coach Andrew Tranquilli says the club faces a massive challenge.
North Heidelberg passes captaincy torch
31 for 31: North Heidelberg has a fresh look this season and a new captain with long-time leader Kyle McDonald standing down. Brody Bell talks about what it means to lead he Bulldogs.
Montmorency coach’s surprising grand final admission
31 for 31: Montmorency coach Nick Rutley says he learnt plenty from last year’s grand final loss and feedback from his players has led to a big gameplan change.
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Greats return as Heidelberg West eyes future
31 for 31: Heidelberg West has welcomed back two club greats but has focused on its future with its pre-season recruiting as it looks to win some respect back.
How Thomastown plans to take next step
31 for 31: In its eight seasons in NFNL Division 2, Thomastown has consistently finished between fourth and sixth. How can the Bears take the next step?
Kinglake’s centenary season celebration ambition
31 for 31: After a reality check in 2024, Kinglake is determined to celebrate its centenary season with a return to NFNL Division 3 finals.
Named: Northern Knights’ best team since 2000
Bont, Cotch, Montagna, Grimes, Shaw … there’s elite talent on every line. The Northern Knights’ best team of the past 25 years is surely one of the strongest.
Every Northern Knights boys player analysed
The Northern Knights have several AFL Draft hopes this season but are also looking to the future with a host of exciting young prospects. Anthony Rocca talks us through every player.
Clean slate an ‘exciting unknown’ for Watsonia
31 for 31: After avoiding relegation last year there’s a clean slate at Watsonia and after a busy off-season, coach Anthony McGregor is excited by his club’s potential.
Gary Moorcroft selects his Best 22
Gary Moorcroft took the AFL’s Mark of the Century and now after a legendary local footy career, with great difficulty, he’s selected his best 22.
Eltham’s aim for next step in five-year plan
31 for 31: Eltham has successfully completed the first two steps of its five-year plan. Coach Tim Bongetti reveals the club’s ambition for year three.
Double recruiting coup strengthens Mernda’s flag ambition
31 for 31: A fully fit Billy Morrison and Brent Marshall put Mernda in premiership contention, securing two gun recruits on the eve of the season could take the Demons all the way.
Green Gully revival, Victory ends nine-year drought
TALKING POINTS: Green Gully triumphs under pressure, Melbourne Victory ends drought, another St Albans upset and an eight-goal stunner.
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