AFL 9s kicking goals in the Sunshine State
THE Australian Football League (AFL) has taken many strides over the past few years to incorporate new or modified versions of the game to attract new people or to offer alternatives to current players. The two new versions that have had the most success are nine-a-side AFL and this year’s rollout of the AFLX. Whilst […]
NSW/ACT weekly wrap: All Nations and Kickstart sides enjoy Diversity Championships
OVER the past few days, the biggest story in NSW/ACT was the National Diversity Championships, where the All Nations and Kickstart sides competed against every other Australian state and territory in a three-day series. Both sides picked up a win and gained invaluable experience in the process. National Diversity Championships: The New South Wales/Australian Capital […]
WAFL Colts wrap: Round 3
JUST one team remains undefeated in the West Australian Football League (WAFL) Colts competition, while every side has had at least one win following the conclusion of round three with East Fremantle and Perth getting on the board. The results meant just four points separate second from ninth heading into round four. Claremont 9.8 (62) […]
Queensland weekly wrap: Academy boys stake claim for Allies
IT was not a great weekend for the Queensland AFL and Under 18 sides with four losses between the Brisbane Lions and Gold Coast Suns. There were a number of standouts from the teams however who still performed despite the results. Under 18 Academy Series Week One – Brisbane Lions vs. Sydney Swans THE UNDER 18 […]
Scouting notes: Under 18 Academy Series – Round 1
IT was an entertaining first round of the Under 18 Academy Series, with the GWS GIANTS, Sydney Swans and Tasmania getting victories. We were at Blacktown to witness the triple header at Blacktown, with Tasmania defeating Gold Coast, the GIANTS defeating Northern Territory by 48 points, and the Swans getting up in a 49-point victory over […]
Western Australia weekly wrap: Demons upset reigning premiers; Tigers finally roar
ROUND three of the West Australian Football League (WAFL) had it all – with comebacks, beltings, and upsets showcasing the unpredictable nature of season 2018. In the biggest surprise of all, reigning premier Peel Thunder succumbed to last year’s wooden spoon winners Perth 11.13 (79) to 12.13 (85) in Mandurah. The Thunder were challenged from […]
Fantastic Five: Memorable moments from the weekend
A DEVELOPMENT weekend saw the regular football viewing for Under 18s divided, with the Victorian Under 18 trials, AFLW Academy practice matches, and the Northern Academy Series taking place. Victorian Under 18 Trials Spectators who dared to venture to Ikon Park on Sunday in wet and blustery conditions were able to catch an early glimpse […]
Tasmania weekly wrap: Blowouts across TSL Round 2; AFL hits Blundstone Arena
This week in Tasmanian football saw a number of Tasmanian State League (TSL) clubs stamp their dominance while this Saturday sees Blundstone Arena host AFL action. AFL hits Hobart: This Saturday sees Tasmania host it’s first AFL match of the season when North Melbourne play Carlton at Blundstone Arena. The clash, which will be a […]
South Australia weekly wrap: Prospects stand up in absence of Academy members
DESPITE some of South Australia’s top talent missing this week for the AFL Academy game in Melbourne, there were several standout performances across all competitions on the weekend. SANFL League: There was a real spread of highlights across the league, one of which being a huge goal haul from Glenelg’s Terry Milera, who booted seven […]
NSW/ACT weekly wrap: Youth Girls Northern Academy Series a success
A NUMBER of talented junior footballers have put their hand up for the NSW/ACT squad to take on Tasmania in June after some impressive showings in the recent Youth Girls Northern Academy Series. Players were divided into two sides in the series, representing the GIANTS and Sydney Swans. While Brisbane Lions won the overall series, […]
