NTFL WPL: Magpies keep finals dream alive
PALMERSTON Magpies had a favourable Round 16 of NTFL Women’s Premier League action to keep their finals hopes alive heading into the last fortnight. The Magpies were eight points adrift of the fifth placed Darwin Buffettes, but a strong four-goal win over cellar dwellers Tiwi Bombers followed by a crushing 106-point loss to the Buffs, […]
2026 AFLW Draft Q&A: Grace Hirst
SWAN Districts talent Grace Hirst kicks off our first AFLW Draft Q&A of the 2026 season, with the former Victorian now thriving in Western Australia. A member of the Swans’ outfit that bolted all the way to the deciding match last season, Hirst played the first 10 games of 2025 in the Rogers Cup, before […]
New Talent League in town for South Australian juniors
A FRESHLY named AAMI Talent League will kick off later this month with the announcement of the South Australian junior fixtures. AAMI has extended its support of football in the state to all SANFL talent programs, which means the Under 18s – boys and girls – and Under 16 boys, will fall under the recently […]
PROFILED | 2026 Vic Metro summer squad
THE 2026 Vic Metro summer squad was finalised earlier in January, with 26 prospects selected for representative honours. Among the squad are five bottom-agers and as many club-tied players, with the Big V hoping to rebound off a 2-2 record last year. We profile every member of the training squad. >> FULL SQUADS: 2026 Victorian […]
PROFILED | 2026 Vic Country summer squad
THE 2026 Vic Country summer squad was finalised earlier in January, with 25 prospects selected for representative honours. Among the squad are five bottom-agers and four club-tied players, with the Big V hoping to rebound off a 2-2 campaign last year. We profile every member of the training squad. >> FULL SQUADS: 2026 Victorian summer […]
Scouting Notes: 2026 NTFL U18 Futures Girls
TEAM Spears came up trumps in Saturday’s NTFL Under 18 Futures Girls showcase game at TIO Stadium. Kicking off All-Star weekend with a high-paced contest, the Spears led at every break and turned a four-point advantage into their 21-point victory during the fourth quarter. We took note of some of the top performers from either […]
Scouting Notes: 2026 NTFL U18 Futures Boys
TEAM SPEARS saluted in Saturday’s Under 18 Futures match, as part of the NTFL’s All-Star weekend. Wanderers prospect Sonny Smiler shone with a bag of five goals in the romping win, which showcased the best emerging talent the Northern Territory has to offer. We took note of some of the standout performances from either side. […]
NTFL All-Star squads announced
SQUADS for the Northern Territory Football League’s (NTFL) All-Star Saturday event have been revealed, with four games set to showcase the best the Top End has to offer. The Under 18 Futures kick off the show before the senior men’s and women’s take centre stage at TIO Stadium. >> SCROLL to see the full squads […]
Vic Country & Metro summer squads revealed
THE 2026 Vic Country and Metro summer squads have been announced, with 51 of the state’s brightest prospects earning selection. Both sides contain five bottom-age (2009-born) players, while Victoria’s 11 National Academy members gain automatic entry, and nine club-tied players have been included. >> SCROLL to see the full squads Leading the 2026 eligible crop […]
Stats Report | 2025/26 NTFL MPL: Round 15
DARWIN Buffaloes import Tom Simpson filled his boots in a remarkable all-round performance, despite his side’s loss to Tiwi in Round 15. The Victorian native led the league for clearances (nine) this weekend, while also amassing nine marks, eight inside 50s and a goal among his 35 disposals. >> ROUND WRAP: Green Machine makes good […]
