The must-watch Southern league Division 1 matches of 2025
From newcomers facing the test to old rivalries, the Southern league Division 1 fixture has dropped and here are the biggest matches to pencil in across the season.
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Port plucks suburban footballer from nowhere
No Coates League? No VFL? No worries! A 19-year-old with just 12 games of senior footy under his belt has been invited to train with Port Adelaide for a spot on its list.
‘Exceptional’: Ex-Sri Lankan first-class spinner’s stunning spell in MPCA
A spin bowling masterclass lit up a gloomy Saturday as a Mornington Peninsula Cricket Association club Rye secured a vital victory. A flag contender also banked a win.
‘Massive honour’: MPCA young gun named in Vic side
After belting sixes into a nearby swimming pool in a trial game, a power-hitting Mornington Peninsula batter has been selected in the Victorian Country XI.
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Aussie pioneer Walker excited by hockey future
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‘Something we’re missing’: Southern contender lifted by returning star
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‘They’ll know we’re serious’: How re-signed Jewell plans to lift Mordialloc
Mordialloc has locked Josh Jewell in for next year and he has already orchestrated a plan to “build something special” with the Bloodhounds.
Revealed: Liam Wilson names greatest-ever side
Liam Wilson played with some of the Southern league’s best before jumping into the coaching box. Now he’s tried to squeeze his former teammates and players into his greatest-ever side.
Has Rossi penalty heroics handed South the premiership?
TALKING POINTS: Christian Rossi and Altona Magic do South Melbourne a massive favour, while the VPL1 and 2 titles races will go down to the wire.
Statement made: How Tunners secured ‘best win’ in years
Heatherton’s compelling win over South Mornington has prompted coach Matt Shorey to declare it the best win his side has produced during his tenure.
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