‘Another level’: Star mid and contest control shine in Eagles’ win
Cranbourne coach Steve O’Brien said there’s no doubt one of his star’s has “taken his game to another level this year” while also praising his side‘s contested dominance.
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‘Huge’: Wickers deny Dogs at the death
Berwick has dug deep to snap a five-match losing streak in the Eastern league’s top-flight, edging South Croydon in a grandstand finish.
Droughts over: 20 things we learned in local footy
From decade long firsts and the end of streaks to big performances from ex-AFL players, local footy delivered once again across the state. Here are 20 things we learned.
Leader’s NPL Victoria Team of the Year so far
The NPL Victoria is brimming with star talent and we’ve brought the best performers of the season so far together in an elite XI. See who makes the cut.
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Locked in: The best recruits in local cricket for 2021-22
Internationals Tillakarante Dilshan and Kaushal Silva and former Victorian quick Jayde Herrick are among the big signings for local cricket. Here are 40 of the best so far.
Christie, Parkers to push through young players
New coach Dale Christie outlines his plans for Noble Park ahead of the 2021-22 Sub-District cricket season.
Mornington Peninsula League could extend season
The MPNFL is refusing to give up on the season, revealing contingency plans for a finals series. And promotion and relegation is a hot topic.
Mornington Peninsula footy coach rushed to hospital
Pines coach Paddy Swayn is recovering in hospital after having a seizure in his sleep for the second time in six months. But he thinks he knows the cause.
Golden oldies: the best veterans of local footy
Some are closer to 40 than 30, all have plenty of games behind them, and they’re still doing the job at senior level. Here are some of the best veterans of local footy.
Recruiting boost for Baxter
Baxter has added a shot of energy and talent after picking up two former Premier Cricket players and regaining a champion for the 2021-22 MPCA season.
Baden Powell picks up former first-class quickie
The Braves have snared a former New Zealand first-class paceman who played alongside Kane Williamson and Tim Southee.
Southern prepares for finals – and a big financial hit
The Southern league is resigned to having no crowds should finals games go ahead, putting a strain on its finances.
Recruiting boost for Nar Nar Goon/Maryknoll
The Marygoons have a new, youthful committee and picked up “pretty well a whole team” of recruits from Cheltenham Park for the 2021-22 West Gippsland season.
Top young guns in Mornington Peninsula Division 2
Talent ran deep in MPNFL Division 2 this season. We’ve named 30 of the best under 21 players. Here’s who made the list.
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