By Luke Mathews
ABERFELDIE 19.12 (126) def. PASCOE VALE 12.16 (88)
MATCH CENTRE
Aberfeldie has taken a huge step towards claiming the double chance after defeating Pascoe Vale by 38 points at Clifton Park.
Saturday’s win is arguably Abers best win for the year and now means the side is equal on points with Pascoe Vale.
The Panthers started strongly with five first-quarter goals to go into the first change with a six-point lead, however Abers turned the tables on them with a six-goal second quarter.
Pascoe Vale had chances to get back into the game after half time, but ultimately blew them after kicking 2.6 for the quarter.
The Rillas finished the game strongly with five final-quarter goals sealing their seventh victory for the year.
Coach Leigh Tudor praised his side’s ball use and decision making as well as their pressure in the second quarter which helped set up the win.
Jack Parker was impressive on debut kicking two goals, while Matt Williamson and Jack Middleton led from the front all day.
Todd Goldstein’s first season as a Panther continues to go from strength to strength after booting a season-high four goals, while Ben Allan and Liam Ogden fought hard.
Abers will be hoping to keep the momentum going when they meet with Deer Park at John McLeod Reserve, while Pascoe Vale will host Hillside.
HILLSIDE 17.13 (115) def. AIRPORT WEST 16.10 (106)
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Hillside has given its chances of survival a huge boost after defeating Airport West by 11 points at Shark Park.
Saturday’s victory is the Sharks' fourth for the season and now means they are two games and percentage above last spot.
Airport West still has just the two wins for the year and is still sitting in last spot, however is less than one percent behind Greenvale.
The Sharks started strongly booting five first-quarter goals before their lead was cut to just eight points after Airport West responded with three goals in the second quarter.
A high scoring third quarter didn’t do much to separate the two sides with both sides managing eight goals for the quarter.
The Eagles opened the final quarter with three quick goals and took the lead, however Hillside rallied halfway through the term with four consecutive goals enough to seal the win.
Coach Mo Kaakour said he thought his side we started well on the back of their ability to come forward to defend.
“We were able to play the game in our front half for large portions of the game," Kaakour said. "I also thought our contest and post clearance running patterns were the best they’ve been all year.
“I thought our aerial power and ability to win or halve the contest was really good which allowed our players to get to work.”
Daniel Barker had his best game since making the switch from St Bernards mid-season booting four goals, while Noah Asciak and Nick Fluke were both superb.
Giacomo Thomas made an instant impact on Eagles debut with four goals, while Jack Keogh and Matt Hanson were good again.
Hillside will be looking to test itself when it takes on Pascoe Vale at Raeburn Reserve, while Airport West will meet with Essendon Doutta Stars at Nipper Jordan Oval.
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KEILOR 25.16 (166) def. ESSENDON DOUTTA STARS 9.7 (61)
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Keilor has once again sent a message to the rest of the competition, defeating Essendon Doutta Stars by 105 points at Joe Brown Oval.
Saturday’s win in the Blues' eighth win in a row and now means they are a game clear in second.
After a positive seven weeks which saw the Stars stamp their claim as a genuine finals threat, Saturday’s match was a step back for one of the competition’s best defensive sides.
Coach Mick McGuane was rapt with his side’s complete performance and their ability to execute its plan to take down Doutta's defence.
The Blues were on from the start booting six goals in the first quarter before backing it up in the second term with four goals, all while holding the visitors goalless.
With the margin already at 47 points the Blues weren’t finished there, with seven goals in the third quarter blowing the lead out to 85 points.
Eight final quarter goals were enough to ensure Keilor’s second three-figure victory for the season.
Cody Brand was on song in front of goal booting another bag of five goals, while Stefan Radovanovic and Corey Ellis were both excellent.
Despite going down, Bailey Ryan and Declan Willmore both managed three goals, while Declan Tully was good again.
Keilor will be hoping to make another statement next week when it hosts Strathmore, while Douttas will return to Nipper Jordan Oval to take on Airport West.
STRATHMORE 18.23 (131) def. GREENVALE 11.2 (68)
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Strathmore has bounced back from last week’s loss, defeating Greenvale by 63 points at Lebanon Reserve.
The win solidifies Strathmore’s grip on top spot and moves the side to 10-1 for the season.
Despite showing some glimpses of improvement, Greenvale ultimately couldn’t sustain it for long enough and now sit just above last spot.
Strathmore opened the match with five goals in the first quarter, however Greenvale was up for the fight with four straight goals of its own.
A 3.9 quarter for the reigning premiers meant the margin at half time was only 28 points, before extending the lead to 38 at the final change.
Another five goals for Strathmore in the final term was enough for the home side to run away with another comfortable victory.
Coach Matthew Horne said, “It was great to rebound and play well for four quarters and we are looking forward to next week’s challenge.”
Oscar Mammoliti showed he has plenty to offer at senior level with three goals, while Lachlan Plant and Sam Hayes were good once again.
Josh Porter continues to shoulder the load for Greenvale up forward with another two goals, while Oliver Watt and James Manfre showed some positive signs.
Strathmore will now gear up for a blockbuster grand final rematch with Keilor at Joe Brown Oval, while Greenvale will meet with Maribyrnong Park at Monk Oval.
MARIBYRNONG PARK 14.12 (96) def. DEER PARK 9.13 (67)
MATCH CENTRE
Maribyrnong Park has returned to the winners list for the first time in seven weeks, defeating Deer Park by 29 points at Monk Oval.
Saturday’s win is the Lions' first victory since Round 4 and means the side are only a game outside the top five and still in the finals hunt.
Despite putting in such a strong performance last week, Deer Park couldn’t back it up and now face an uphill battle to qualify for finals again.
The Lions found the response they were after early in the game, booting eight first-quarter goals to go into the break with a 36-point lead.
Deer Park fought hard in the second quarter but could only cut Marby’s lead to 28 points at half time.
Three goals to each side in the third term meant the margin was still 27 points, before a 2.6 quarter to the home side was enough to seal the win.
Coach Brodie Holland was happy with the way his side started the game as well as their ability to steady the ship and kick away late in the game.
Jai Brinkkotter was a handful up forward booting four goals, while Rook Barry and Josh Eyre were both brilliant.
Despite going down Aaron Britten had one of his best games for the year, while Kwame McHarg and Mark Galea both continued their strong seasons.
Marby will be looking to make it two in a row when it hosts Greenvale, while Deer Park will square off with Aberfeldie at John McLeod Reserve.
By Evan Tudor
ESSENDON DOUTTA STARS 10.11 (71) def. KEILOR 1.1 (7)
MATCH CENTRE
In what eventuated as one of the most unique games of local football ever witnessed due to severe fog, Essendon Doutta Stars took control over Keilor by 64 points in Friday night football.
It was a strong start by the Stars who dominated play, winning the footy into their attacking half of the ground for most of the contest.
Jessie Hulett opened the home side’s attack on the scoreboard with an early snap in front of the big sticks.
She was one of four Stars to secure one, with Zoe Attard, Isabelle Porter (who was named the Doutta Galla Hotel Player of the Match), and Madison Spring-Brown all doing so after passages of fast Douttas play.
Keilor struggled to wriggle its way into the contest early but grew stronger and more confident as the match went on.
The Blues’ resilience was highlighted by a goal late in the third term, kicked by Sarah Ingram who courageously snapped the kick out of a ball up, to be accompanied by joyous celebrations from her teammates and supporters around the ground.
She was named as one of the Blues’ best alongside Maddison Cotten, Tahlia Psaila, and Laura Wright, who all displayed good performances.
In what was a big win for the Stars, it was also a big night for Stephanie Mitchell and Polly Conway, with the duo kicking a respective four and two majors in spectacular displays.
Perhaps the most memorable aspect of the night took place in the fourth quarter when thick fog rolled in across the ground, in what would certainly be a first in EDFL women’s football.
The unprecedented conditions decayed visibility so much, the entire ground could not be seen as the final siren drew near. A night that everyone in attendance will never forget.
After next weekend’s competition bye, the Stars will travel to meet Caroline Springs, while Keilor will host Strathmore at Joe Brown Oval.
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ABERFELDIE 15.13 (103) def. MOONEE VALLEY 1.0 (6)
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Aberfeldie has proven it is no team to be taken lightly, with the Two Blues dominating Saturday’s contest against Moonee Valley at Aberfeldie Park.
Winning by 97 points, the result sees Aberfeldie amass a percentage boost, strengthening its grip on top spot.
Moana Hope had a season-best outing with six majors and was a big player on the scoresheet along with Chloe Rafferty (five), and Emily Smith (three).
Lara Churchill also worked her way onto the scoreboard with a major in the third term.
Hope and Rafferty were named at the top of the best-on list for Aberfeldie, with Maddy Hall and Tahni Nestor also having a good afternoon.
While Moonee Valley suffered its heaviest defeat of the season, the Fog found some lift in the final term with a goal from captain Nadia Valenti.
Siena Rumoro, Michaela Chalhoub, and Olivia Marsland were named as some of Moonee Valley’s best.
After the competition bye, the Fog will return home to face Maribyrnong Park.
Aberfeldie will meet Oak Park at JP Fawkner Reserve.
STRATHMORE 10.7 (67) def. CAROLINE SPRINGS 2.8 (20)
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Strathmore has continued its impeccable form with a 47-point win over Caroline Springs at Boeing Reserve.
In what was a match between two of the competition’s best sides played in picturesque conditions, the Mores put the league on notice, downing the Lakers who had previously beaten them in Round 2.
While both outfits took to the field to play a fast and physical game of footy, Strathmore was more efficient in ball movement, disposal efficiency, and making the most of opportunities.
Eloise Egglestone had another stunning match for the Mores and was all over the ball wherever you looked, earning a tenth best-on naming.
Talia Motta also had a season-best display with five majors kicked in stunning fashion.
Milla Murphy also contributed three goals to the scoreboard, with Maeve Langston and Flavia Rajapakse also adding a major of their own.
The Mores looked like a side poised for finals, something their 8-2 record sets them up well for.
After a rough start, Caroline Springs started to ignite in the second term, leading to the scoring of its two goals from Ebony Stevens, a key player across the board for the Lakers.
Throughout the game, the Lakers displayed qualities of a finals-hungry side, with some strong skill in end-to-end footy and stringing together momentous passages of play.
Jordin Williamson had a stellar day in the ruck, winning contest after contest, and was named as one of the Lakers best.
She was joined by Caitlyn Volpe and Nikki Perrett, who both also looked good throughout the afternoon.
The Lakers will be hoping to get a win back when they return home to face Essendon Doutta Stars in Round 12.
Strathmore will look for a sixth-straight win when it meets with Keilor at Joe Brown Oval.
OAK PARK 12.15 (87) def. HILLSIDE 0.1 (1)
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Oak Park has surged to third spot on the ladder after it took care of Hillside by 86 points at JP Fawkner Reserve in the grand final rematch.
The result sees the Roos sing the song for a sixth-straight occasion, while it’s another result that Hillside wasn’t after.
The Kangas booted most of their score in the first term, hopping away with a 7.1 (43) lead at the first change.
Holly McGregor and Sasha Nelson capped off another strong afternoon with three majors.
Sarah Dargan made it two from two, kicking a double for consecutive matches.
Savannah Byrne, Emily Findlay, Tayah Kelly, and Zoe Mahoney each slotted one in the victory.
Findlay and McGregor were named as some of Oak Park’s best, while Brittney Gray and Maggie Styles also found some honours.
Hillside displayed some familiar names on its best-on list, with Yara Taylor, Georgina Rebuffo, and Hannah Ibrahim all making appearances.
The Sharks will hope it can return to the field with some improvements up their sleeve when they’re next in action in Round 13 against Aberfeldie at Clifton Park.
Oak Park will look to extend its streak to seven when the Roos face the Two Blues at home after the competition bye.
By Ben Parker
AVONDALE HEIGHTS 8.7 (55) def. by OAK PARK 15.10 (100)
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Oak Park recorded an impressive 45-point victory over Avondale Heights after exploding with a powerful fourth quarter performance.
It’s the Roos' ninth win for the season as they look to attach the second half of 2026.
A see-sawing opening half saw the Roos take a slim two-point lead into the first break in play, before the hosts bit back to take a six-point lead into half time.
The third quarter was another tight duel between these two sides, with both testing each other trading blows in front of goal.
With the Roos taking just a five-point lead into the fourth quarter, Avondale were ultimately unable to answer the challenge as Oak Park switched into overdrive and produced a dynamic seven-goal-to-one final quarter.
With goals sailing through the sticks like dynamite in the last quarter, Oak Park will no doubt be brimming with confidence after their response in the final term.
Reigning Hutchison Medallist Jedd Taylor was back to his brilliant best with an emphatic best-on-ground performance, while Archie Payne and Kane O’Halloran both snagged three goals each.
For the Heights, Brad Robb produced another excellent three-goal performance, but it ultimately wasn’t enough.
Oak Park will look to keep stacking the wins when it hosts Tullamarine next Sunday afternoon, while Avondale Heights will be looking to bounce back when hosting St Albans.
TULLAMARINE 5.8 (38) def. by WEST COBURG 11.15 (81)
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West Coburg flexed their muscles with a comprehensive road win over Tullamarine by 43 points.
Nine scoring shots to one in the opening quarter had warning signs written all over it for the Dees, with the Burgers firing out of the blocks in sizzling fashion.
The Burgers had the yips in front of goal however, and this kept the door ajar for Tullamarine which only trailed by eight points at the main break in play.
Despite their lack of conversion in the first half, the Burgers clicked into gear to record eight goals to two in the second half and run away as 43-point winners.
Despite collecting the four points, the Burgers will need to capitalise better on their chances in front of goal when the big finals come around.
Ibby Taha added to his good season with another bag of four goals, while captain Emilio Rinoudo starred yet again.
It gets no easier for Tullamarine next Sunday afternoon when it faces Oak Park, while West Coburg will return to Shore Reserve for their bout with Rupertswood.
MOONEE VALLEY 16.15 (111) def. TAYLORS LAKES 10.4 (64)
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Moonee Valley kept their brilliant season rolling with a comfortable 47-point win over Taylors Lakes at Ormond Park.
The Valley appeared to be clicking early as they dominated the contest at the source and with inside 50 entries.
Eighteen scoring shots in their favour to only four from the Lions at half time cast an ominous light over Ormond Park, with the hosts having the game completely on their terms to take a 39-point lead into half time.
Much was the same in the second half, but the hosts better capitalised on their insides 50s with 8.5 in the second half, as opposed to 8.10 in the opening two periods.
With a handful of players hitting the scoreboard, it was a complete team performance from a side really hitting their straps.
Moonee Valley will host Craigieburn next week in a blockbuster clash at Ormond Park, while Taylors Lakes will host East Keilor.
RUPERTSWOOD 12.4 (76) def. by CRAIGIEBURN 11.13 (79)
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Craigieburn escaped from Salesian College with a pivotal road win after hanging on to clinch victory by three points over Rupertswood.
With the top four on the ladder only separated by a singular game, the Eagles simply cannot afford to drop any winnable games as they attack the second half of the season.
In a game of momentum swings, it was the Eagles who found the winning post in the end to claim their ninth win of the season.
It wasn’t all smooth sailing though as the hosts flew out the gates early to take a three-goal lead into the first break.
With their tails up, Rupo played an excellent brand of footy in which they would have no doubt been striving for throughout the season thus far.
They held onto their buffer by a small margin as the lead was cut down to just eight points come half time.
A thrilling second half was in store for onlookers, and with the game in the balance, the two sides could hardly be separated as they went toe-to-toe.
Craigieburn found some minor breathing room in the final quarter but had to earn every inch of victory with Rupo making a final late charge.
In the end, the Eagles clung to victory and escaped from Salesian College with a crucial four points.
Young gun Harry Albon was back to his scintillating best with two majors and plenty of the football, while Brodie White was also a strong contributor.
For Rupo, Joel Flanigan had a day out with a bag of five goals, but this ultimately wasn’t enough to get his side over the line.
Craigieburn travels to Ormond Park next week for their mouth-watering clash with Moonee Valley, while Rupertswood will have it all to do against West Coburg.
EAST KEILOR 7.12 (54) def. by ST ALBANS 18.17 (125)
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St Albans banked its third win of the season with a dominant 71-point victory over East Keilor at Overland Reserve.
In a comfortable put-away, the Saints were far too good for the tiring East Keilor who remain winless down the bottom of the ladder.
After a relatively competitive opening half which saw the Saints take a mere 19-point lead into half time, the guests clicked into gear to outscore the Cougars by nine goals in the second half.
With a 40-point lead at three-quarter time, the Saints put the foot down in the final term to clear away for a cruisy 12-goal win.
It’s an important win for the Saints as it keeps their season alive.
Currently three games outside of fifth position, the Saints certainly have the capabilities to make a late-season charge.
Mason Dipetta couldn’t have asked for a better return with six majors to his name to take his season tally to 19 goals from just the six games.
Alex Lancaster also stuffed the stat sheet with four majors of his own.
East Keilor hits the road next week for its clash with Taylors Lakes, while St Albans will look to record back-to-back wins when it faces Avondale Heights.
By Jake Reeves & Michelle Dunstan
COBURG DISTRICTS 9.16 (70) def. SUNBURY KANGAROOS 0.0 (0)
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A wayward Coburg Districts cruised past the scoreless Sunbury Kangaroos by 70 points at Cole Reserve.
It has been an up and down season for the Districts, but they found their best form in the last fortnight with mammoth wins coming against Taylors Lakes and now the Sunbury Kangaroos.
The Kangaroos were held scoreless across Saturday morning and found it challenging to get the ball inside their forward half.
Skipper Bridgette Aparo and forward Zoe Manning continued their strong seasons, kicking two goals each for the home side.
Manning moves back into the top five goal scorers in the competition and has stated herself as one of the most consistent forwards in the league.
Coburg Districts is set to host Burnside Heights at Cole Reserve in the opening game of Round 11.
Meanwhile, the Sunbury Kangaroos will travel to Lakeside Reserve to take on Roxburgh Park.
KEILOR PARK 15.15 (105) def. EAST SUNBURY 1.2 (8)
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Keilor Park has made a statement with a 97-point win over East Sunbury.
The Devils were on from the start against a Thunder side buoyed from a draw with the second-placed Burnside Heights, with the result never in doubt.
Sophie Shaw (four goals) and Kyiesha Taylor (three goals) led the scoring, with Georgia Cassar, Caitlyn Crameri, and Alana Vidov kicking two each.
Vidov was named Keilor Park's best alongside Ashleigh Guest and Alexandra Kilty.
Charrouf Habib kicked East Sunbury's lone goal, with Molly Connell and Ruby Taranto also solid contributors in the loss.
Keilor Park will play Westmeadows after the break, while East Sunbury will play Sunbury Lions.
SUNBURY LIONS 0.1 (1) def. by WESTMEADOWS 19.17 (131)
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Westmeadows remain undefeated following a 130-point win over Sunbury Lions.
It's the second highest score for the Tigers this year, Taylor Jones and Gemma Wright leading the way with four goals each.
Ella Guest and Courteney Munn each kicked three, while Courtney Bligh kicked two.
Hayley Parke and Mia Bergamasco fought hard for the hosts who will next prepare for East Sunbury after the break.
Westmeadows, meanwhile, will face its toughest challenge in Keilor Park.
CRAIGIEBURN 11.15 (81) def. TULLAMARINE 1.0 (6)
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Craigieburn has taken down Tullamarine in a comprehensive 75-point victory at DS Aitken Reserve.
The Eagles' second term blew the game open, kicking four goals to none, which gave the home side a six-goal lead heading into half time.
A third quarter goal by Chelsea Paton helped stem the bleeding for the visitors but was not enough as the Eagles powered their way to a huge win.
Maddison Albrecht was seen as the best on ground on Saturday afternoon, who kicked three goals, alongside teammates Indyana Simpson and Caitlin Stark who kicked two each for the Eagles.
Lone goal-kicker Paton and Taylah Hardman gave their all for the Demons and kept on trying despite the huge deficit on the scoreboard.
Craigieburn is on the road next and will meet Gisborne at Gardiner Reserve.
Tullamarine will host Taylors Lakes at Leo Dineen Reserve.
BURNSIDE HEIGHTS 2.4 (16) def. GISBORNE 2.2 (14)
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A thrilling contest at Tenterfield Drive saw Burnside Heights take a two-point win over Gisborne.
The Bears remain in second with the win, while the loss leaves Gisborne two games out of the top four.
Burnside Heights got out to a 14-point lead at the main break, but would be held scoreless from there as Gisborne looked to complete the comeback victory.
The Bulldogs ultimately fell two points short as the Bears hung on.
Nicole Santos kicked the two goals for the Bears with Abbey O'Mara and Anj Singh named their best.
Kirrily Mitchell and Marie Napoli each hit the scoreboard for Gisborne with Shannon McFerran and Jenna Hubbard having great games.
An important game awaits Gisborne after the break with the Bulldogs taking on Craigieburn, while Burnside Heights will play Coburg Districts.
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ROXBURGH PARK 6.5 (41) def. TAYLORS LAKES 4.6 (30)
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An entertaining game at Lakeside Reserve saw Roxburgh Park come away 11-point winners over Taylors Lakes.
After an even first quarter, thr Magpies got out to a 10-point lead at the main break.
They added the only goal of the third quarter and although the Lions pushed hard in the last, Roxburgh Park kept them at bay.
Haylea Cooke led the way with two goals, while Katelyn Birmingham and Sophie Pettman each added one.
Charlie Goodwin kicked two goals in what was Taylors Lakes' highest score for the year, with Rebecca Foggie and Gabrielle Kassinidis named their best.
Roxburgh Park will host Sunbury Kangaroos after the break, while Taylors Lakes will play Tullamarine.
By Evan Tudor & Jake Reeves
BURNSIDE HEIGHTS 11.10 (76) def. by ROXBURGH PARK 13.11 (89)
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Roxburgh Park returned to the winners list for the first time since Round 6 with a 13-point victory over Burnside Heights.
In a tight contest at Tenterfield Drive, the Bears and Magpies kept each other on their toes, but it was the Pies who proved too good, getting over Burnside for the second time in 2026.
Roxburgh Park snapped its losing streak in style, coming from behind at the major break to sing the song post final siren.
Andrew Capuana had a season-best afternoon with 33 possessions, while Eyad Hegazy was named one of the Pies’ best after a display of six majors, his best for the season.
Hayden Farrelly and Amos Potter both struck goal twice for Roxy, while it was singles from Thomas Baker, Ethan Derrick, and Zein Omar.
Anthony Petrarca, Nick Cugliari, and Lachlan Evans were some key ball winners for the Bears with respective disposal counts of 26, 21, and 20.
The trio worked their way onto the side’s best-on list, while Ethan Dalla Rosa was also impactful with 20 touches and one goal.
Dalla Rosa was one of six to make an impact on the scoreboard, with Jacob Elia (three), Cade Anset, Greg Constantinou, Dylan Payne (two each), and Zack Williams (one) all strong in defeat.
Roxburgh Park will travel to Martin Reserve next weekend for its second meeting with Hadfield in 2026.
Burnside Heights will look to bounce back when it faces off with Coburg Districts at Cole Reserve.
COBURG DISTRICTS 21.12 (138) def. HADFIELD 15.14 (104)
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Coburg Districts has made it 11 wins in a row with a 34-point triumph over Hadfield at Cole Reserve.
In what was a goal-fest on a beautiful winter’s afternoon, Districts continued their division dominance, with the result seeing them rest on top of the ladder one game ahead of the pack.
The match also saw two of the division’s most decorated goalkickers go head to head, with Jack McNamara slotting a whopping eight goals for Districts, while Mohammed Moustafa was also very impactful with six for Hadfield.
The Hawks trailed for all of the first half but brought the margin down to two goals at halftime after winning the second term 7.5 (47) to 4.1 (25).
Along with McNamara, Jacob and Xavier Kerin were named some of Districts’ best, with Riley Bentley’s three-goal outing also earning him some honours.
The result sees an end to the Hawks’ six-game winning streak, with the brown and gold now holding fourth spot on the ladder with a 7-4 record.
Some of their best were Josh Trembearth, Badr Moustafa, and Samir Mohamad, while additional goals were found through Nicholas Gooch (three), Ali Mustafa (two), and Mousa Said (one).
The Hawks will look to get a win back when it meets with Roxburgh Park at Martin Reserve next week.
Coburg Districts will be after a staggering twelfth-consecutive win when it remains at Cole Reserve for a clash with Burnside Heights.
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SUNBURY KANGAROOS 16.19 (115) def. NORTHERN SAINTS 10.8 (68)
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Sunbury Kangaroos has continued its winning ways with a 47-point win over Northern Saints at Eric Boardman Reserve.
The result sees the Roos tied with two others for points with a 5-6 record, but percentage keeps them on the ladder’s seventh rung, narrowly trailing East Sunbury.
Northern Saints remains at the bottom of the table with just the one win.
It’s the second time that the Roos have gotten over the Saints in 2026, with the blue and white building upon Round 2’s 13-point margin when the sides last met.
Nine Kangaroos hit the scoreboard on Saturday afternoon, led by Rhys Magin who found four.
John Corso, Rhylee Lofts, Ryan Pretty, and Mitch Streiff all ended the day with two.
Some of the best for the Kangas were Mitch Kook, Josh Nanninga, Tie Cuffe, who all struck goal once, and Corso.
Northern Saints hit the board through Taner Can (four) and Mohamed Taleb (three), while Ezzat Haddara, Hisham Kerbatieh, and Mohammad Taleb all found one.
Some of the Saints' best were Zachari Merhi and Peter Dispenzeri.
Tamer Abdallah and Antony Papalia’s side will have its sights set on a stronger display next weekend when it meets Keilor Park at Charles Mutton Reserve.
The Roos will be hoping their momentum can flow onto their clash with an away clash against East Sunbury on Saturday.
KEILOR PARK 9.7 (61) def. by WESTMEADOWS 15.8 (98)
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Westmeadows took a 37-point win over Keilor Park to make it three wins in a row.
The Tigers began with a 4.0 (24) strong opening term, holding the Devils to just two behinds.
The Devils then responded to win the second term, 4.1 (25) to 1.1 (7), trailing by just four points at the major break.
But it was a Westmeadows masterclass from thereon that set up the victory.
Shaun O’Grady hauled a massive bag of seven majors, the most of his season so far, taking his 2026 tally to 31.
Jordan Hollow and Mason Mineo scored twice, while it was singles from Will Adams, Harley Gleeson, Nick Matthewes, and Rylee Pearson.
Tigers Ryan Capron and Jordan Kosteas had an impressive day in the sun and join O’Grady, Pearson, and Hollow on the list of the best.
While Keilor Park showed strong courage in the match, especially in its second term, it wasn’t enough to topple the Tigers.
Colby Blyth, Ben Chisolm, and Luke Kilty secured doubles for the Tigers, while singles came from Leon and Lindon Bektash and Alijan Ruiz.
The Bektash's found themselves on the side’s best-on list, along with Chisholm, Kilty, and Jai Bahnert.
Keilor Park will meet with Northern Saints next weekend in a clash between the two cellar-dwellers at Charles Mutton Reserve.
Westmeadows will host Glenroy at Willowbrook Reserve for a top-three battle.
GLENROY 14.11 (95) def. EAST SUNBURY 3.8 (26)
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Glenroy has outclassed East Sunbury by 69 points in a commanding win at Sewell Reserve.
The Roys were the better side across the afternoon and owned field position over the Thunder, who were kept goalless in the second and fourth quarters.
East Sunbury was in the game early, but the game quickly got away from the visitors who were toppled by a final quarter blitz, holding the Roys in the top two with seven rounds remaining.
Julian Hemala and Mahmoud Taleb both had big afternoons for Glenroy, with Taleb kicking five, proving his craftiness around goals.
James Strauss and Lachlan Brne were both seen as the best for East Sunbury in a tough day for the visitors.
Glenroy will meet Westmeadows in a battle between second and third next weekend at Willowbrook Reserve.
East Sunbury will host the Sunbury Kangaroos at John McMahon Recreation Reserve in a must-win clash.
