2016 TAC Cup Finals preview
1st Dandenong Stingrays Dandenong Stingrays are arguably the most consistent team across the board, without a distinct strength, but very few weaknesses. They have talented players in the defence, through the middle and up forward, and work well as a cohesive unit, particularly at Shepley Oval. Their top prospect for this year’s draft is Josh […]
2017 AFL Academy squads named
Vic Country midfielder James Worpel heads the list of inclusions for the 2016/17 AFL Academy squad that was named today. Worpel missed selection for the Level One squad in 2015, but after a stellar Under 18 Championship for Vic Country averaging 15 disposals, he was added into the Level Two squad. The eligible squad for next […]
20 Division One names to watch out for in 2017
A month after Vic Metro claimed the Division One championships, eligible draftees are starting to come into the spotlight as clubs determine who will be the next big star. With clubs having the ability to trade future draft picks, Matthew Grundy casts his eye over 20 of the top talent to watch out for next year from […]
Father sons dazzle in Round four of the Under 18 championships
South Australia and Vic Metro took the points in cold conditions at Etihad Stadium. Despite the roof being closed, the temperature struggled to reach double figures with crowd members decked out in beanies and gloves across the stands. Ben Jarman played his best game of the Under 18 championships with three first half goals in […]
Under 18 Championships – Round 4 preview
The Under 18 championships descend on Melbourne today with a big double header at Etihad Stadium. Game one kicks off between Vic Country and South Australia at 12.35pm. Vic Country have had a disappointing carnival so far without a win, whilst South Australia have had their only loss against Vic Metro last Sunday. Western Australia […]
2016 Division One championships preview
The Division One Under 18 Championships kick off tomorrow in Western Australia. In a different format to the previous editions, there is one less round whilst the ‘Allies’ will join the competition in the pursuit of the converted title. You can find out more about the Allies here. Vic Country are once again strong and are […]