‘Mature’ Mustangs kickstart new era
Don’t let age fool you – the plucky, young Mustangs, aided by experience, fired to an 11-goal masterclass on Saturday in its Division 1 season-opener under a new coach. Here’s who starred.
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Young gun’s ‘day out’ as Surrey meets Division 2 test
Promoted outfit Surrey Park found plenty out about Eastern’s Division 2 on Saturday as it survived a late opposition charge – with one of the league’s brightest young talents kicking a bag.
‘Rock-solid’ Scoresby flexes in Division 3 return
The enormity of the occasion didn’t faze the Magpies on Saturday, pitted against new-look Ferntree Gully flush with recruit Jaidyn Stephenson on a night two premiership flags were unfurled.
How Dockers dismantled Jets in Division 2 opener
Premiership pals turned adversaries on Saturday as two of Eastern Division 2’s fancied teams locked horns, with Templestowe making a statement against a rejuvenated Heathmont.
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‘Gave ourselves hope’: How Parkmore returned to Turf 1
Parkmore stared down defeat in both innings of the DDCA Turf 2 decider, yet prevailed courtesy of a risky batting order shake-up.
Game on: Eastern league 2025 season preview
Star recruits, flag fancies, predictions and more. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the Eastern league season.
Early warning? Rowville stars stun in scratch-match
It may only be March, but could the Hawks have put their Premier Division rivals on notice? The Eastern league power had several VFL names missing but put on a clinic on Saturday.
‘Hot footy’ set to light up suburban ‘Opening Round’
The clubs had contrasting fortunes in 2024 – but the Coldstream coach is expecting a tough season-opener with Silvan on Saturday as the pair stage Melbourne’s only match for premiership points.
Locked in: Where you can watch Eastern league practice matches this weekend
The season is fast approaching and a host of clubs have locked in scratch-matches as they prepare for 2025. See who your club is playing.
‘Raised our ceiling’: Magpies’ coach’s message after prelim pain
A Premier Cricket grand final berth was snatched from their grasp by the competition’s pacesetter – but Camberwell Magpies coach David Alleyne says his side must harness the heartbreak.
Selection masterstroke: Inside Buckley Ridges’ Turf 1 triumph
Has a selection call ever been so vindicated? Buckley Ridges made it back-to-back DDCA Turf 1 premierships against Hallam Kalora Park after reaping the rewards of a bold punt.
‘Take that next step’: Richmond’s resolve after prelim heartbreak
The curtain may have fallen on the Tigers’ flag dream, but the captain says frustration simply cannot get the better of his side in its hunt to take the next step after a fourth-straight finals exit.
Fitness influencer ‘Prime Train’ reveals latest local footy move
One of local footy’s biggest social media sensations is set for a cameo in the Eastern league. Latest here.
Revealed: 30 EFNL Premier Division names to watch in 2025
From ex-AFL guns, sharpshooting forwards, burly defenders, key recruits and more, talent runs deep through the Eastern league’s top-flight. Here are 30 names to keep an eye on this season.
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