VFL Player Focus: Lucca Grego (Williamstown)
WESTERN Jets’ top draft prospect Lucca Grego got his first opportunity at VFL level on Sunday afternoon, debuting for Williamstown in the Seagulls’ eight-point loss to North Melbourne. The aggressive half-back translated his clean fundamental skills to senior level, making good use of his loose ball opportunities, offensive movements, and even intercept marking moments. We […]
WA punish Vics inaccuracy to win gold in the SSA 15/U Boys champs
WESTERN Australia secured the gold medal in the SSA 15 and Under Boys Championships, taking down Victoria by two goals in a thrilling encounter on Saturday morning. Both sides engaged in a tussle for the majority of the contest, but it was the scoreboard that made the difference, with Victoria kicking 2.10, unable to register […]
Vics storm home against Queensland in SSA 15/U boys nationals
VICTORIA produced a 35-point win over Queensland in a come-from-behind victory at the School Sport Australia 15 and Under Boys Championships. After the home state led at the main break, Victoria overcame inaccuracy to hit back in the second half and run out 10.13 (73) to 6.2 (38) victors. Queensland’s first half accuracy kept the […]
WAFL Player Focus: Malakai Champion (Subiaco)
ONE of Western Australia’s most dazzling draft prospects, Malakai Champion, got his first taste of senior football for Subiaco on Saturday, impressing with three goals in the Lions’ 19-point win over West Coast. The livewire small forward was emphatic with his impact, working hard to create opportunities for not only himself, but also his teammates […]
Hussain’s hunt not enough as QAFLW Finals take shape
WILSTON GRANGE capped off its season with a big 46-point win against Maroochydore, spearheaded by AFLW Draft prospect Zimra Hussain. The win was still not enough for the Gorillas, who fell short of finals on percentage behind Coorparoo. It was a tough contest to open, but it was the Gorillas who opened the scoring first, […]
SANFL Player Focus: Sid Draper (South Adelaide)
CONTINUING on with his senior exposure, Sid Draper got his first win at League level for South Adelaide this year in the Panthers’ 15-point victory over Port Adelaide on Sunday afternoon. The slick midfield talent got his fair share of centre bounce attendances but predominantly featured on the half-forward line, where he rolled up to […]
Sky Blue Heaven in the Apple Isle
A COMBINED AFL Sydney/Canberra side was too strong in the women’s representative action, taking down Tasmania by 50 points at UTAS Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Sky Blues were dominant from the first bounce asserting themselves around the contest, led by Zara Hamilton and Caitlin Fletcher who locked the ball inside 50 for the majority […]
VFL Player Focus: Jagga Smith (Richmond)
FOLLOWING a stellar Under 18 National Championships campaign, Oakleigh Chargers captain Jagga Smith got his first taste of state league football over the weekend. The midfielder turned out for Richmond’s VFL side in a 22-point loss to Williamstown, leading all comers amid blustery conditions at DSV Stadium as a constant at the centre stoppages. We […]
WAFL Colts MOTR: Round 15 – Swan Districts vs. Claremont
CLAREMONT stormed home to overcome a seven-point deficit with 20 minutes remaining and claim a 33-point victory over Swan Districts at Steel Blue Oval on Saturday afternoon. After the Tigers capitalised early to create some separation, Swan Districts were able to battle their way into the contest, going goal-for-goal to head into the final change […]
SANFL U18s MOTR: Round 14 – Glenelg vs. Norwood
GLENELG flexed its class against Norwood at home on Saturday afternoon, showcasing great offensive output to win by 45 points. The ladder read first against last but it didn’t feel that way as the Redlegs got off to a flyer with the first three goals, before Glenelg kicked away late in the second quarter to […]
Around the Grounds: 2024 QAFLW – Round 12
A NEW ladder leader has emerged as premiership favourites were tested and a top-four hopeful was shocked in a big round of QAFLW with only two more rounds remaining in the regular season. With a lot at stake in each contest, we have highlighted the top performers around the grounds in Round 12. >> SCROLL for […]
