By Ashleigh Matosevic
Opening up Round 13 is a clash between Keilor and Aberfeldie over at Joe Brown Oval.
After a disappointing 40-point loss against Hillside last time out, Keilor returns home to face the ladder leaders.
Meanwhile, Aberfeldie are fresh off a win against Essendon Doutta Stars after toppling them by 29 points.
The last time these two sides met was in Round 6 at Clifton Park where Aberfeldie secured the win in a 93-point extravaganza.
Moana Hope was crucial in the win, with her seven goal haul helping lead the side to victory. The sharpshooter, who has been a consistent performer over the season, will be one to watch heading into the game.
Amy Catterall and Emily Smith also had plenty of influence the last time these two sides met. Both Aberfeldie talents kicked two goals each.
Natalie Dunne kicked a goal for Keilor.
For Keilor, Tegan Matthews could be one to watch. Her recent performances have been consistent and was named a best player for her side on numerous occasions, including last game against Hillside.
Oak Park is back at JP Fawkner Reserve, this time taking on Essendon Doutta Stars.
Last game, they pulled off a stunning 103-point win against Maribyrnong Park, to secure their tenth consecutive win.
The Stars weren't as lucky, as they suffered a defeat at the hands of Aberfeldie last week.
Round 11 was the last time the two sides met. Despite an early scare for the side, Oak Park brushed it off to run away with the win by 20 points.
Sasha Nelson was influential on field, kicking two goals against the Stars.
Stephanie Normington-Dickens also had a day out, kicking two of her own. Mia Tully kicked two goals for the Stars.
Greenvale Recreation Reserve hosts a clash between Greenvale and Hillside.
Greenvale will be looking to bounce back, following their last match that ended in a half-time forfeit against Moonee Valley.
Hillside bagged a win against Keilor last match, securing the victory by 40 points.
Hillside was the victor by 86 points the last time the two sides met back in Round 6.
Emily Paterno dominated, her six goals bolstering the side's win. Paterno could be one to watch this time around in the rematch.
Jorji Allison was the lone goalkicker for Greenvale last time around.
Capping up this week's fixture is a battle between Moonee Valley and Maribyrnong Park at Ormond Park.
Moonee Valley secured a win following the Greenvale forfeit last week.
Meanwhile, Maribyrnong Park suffered a 103-point loss at the hands of Oak Park.
The last time these two sides met was in Round 7 at Ormond Park where it was Moonee Valley who came away with the win after a 33-point triumph.
Charlotte D'Ambrosio was a standout, kicking three goals on the afternoon.
Kate Maxwell also impressed with three goals of her own.
Elise Korteman kicked two goals for Maribyrnong Park.
By Ashleigh Matosevic
Round 12 gets underway with Tullamarine taking on Burnside Heights at Leo Dineen Reserve.
After a stunning 20-point win over Coburg Districts last game, Tullamarine will be aiming for another win.
The Bears are also fresh off a 37-point win over Westmeadows last time out.
Round 8 was the last time the two sides met, which saw them battle at Burnside Heights Recreation Reserve.
The Bears took out bragging rights, with Holly McGregor's three goal-haul among the winning side's highlights.
Her teammate, Isabelle Young also impressed with two goals.
Emily Angelidis, Laura Damore, and Tricia Devine also kicked goals for Tullamarine.
Keilor Park will prepare to host Coburg Districts at home this week.
A 27-point loss against Strathmore sees Keilor Park return this week looking for redemption.
Coburg Districts also come into the week aiming to put behind their 20-point loss to Tullamarine.
The last time the two sides met, Keilor Park put on a dominant performance after toppling their opponents by 105 points.
Caitlyn Crameri put on a masterclass, kicking five goals.
Georgia O’Donovan and Krystyn Raymundo also provided intensity on the scoreboard. Both kicking four goals on the afternoon.
For Coburg Districts, Katherine Jansen scored a goal of her own.
Rounding out the footy action this week is a clash between Westmeadows and Strathmore at Willowbrook Reserve.
Westmeadows come into the new week following their 37-point loss to Burnside Heights, while Strathmore delivered a stunning 27-point win over Keilor Park.
Willowbrook Reserve hosted a clash between the two sides back in Round 9. The last time they met, Strathmore shutdown their opponents and secured the win by 89 points.
Milla Murphy was a standout. Her performance against Westmeadows included four goals.
Skyla Cain also delivered a top notch performance, booting three goals.
Danielle Linton and Gemma Wright were among the best players for Westmeadows.
By Evan Tudor
Round 12 of Airport Toyota Division Two opens at Clarke Oval when Sunbury Lions and Gisborne meet.
With both clubs having a season of contrasting results, Gisborne are in the better position for this one, but the Lions won’t be contesting it without giving it their all.
The Dogs are strong off a 101-point showcase over Roxburgh Park, while the Lions return following a cancelled game.
The return of star Bulldog, Kareena Jacobsen-Logan, speaks wonders for the side, booting three on return.
But with a strong talent lineup for the Lions, Sunbury will be bringing it all on Saturday.
Frequent goalkicking duo, Ruby and Samantha Burnside know how to be a handful for any opposition.
And leading best-on-ground getter Taylah Brady will be at it again.
In this rematch of the Round 8 meeting, Sunbury will be hoping to see reward for effort while the Dogs sail towards a home qualifying final.
Taylors Lakes and Roxburgh Park will go head-to-head at Lionheart Reserve.
After both were held to just a lone goal in their hit outs before the bye, the Lions and Magpies will enter this one firing.
Placed at second and fourth respectively, these finals-hopeful sides will be eager for a win in this one.
Sarah McNally and Madison Bayes were the goalkickers for their respective sides, courageous against hungry opposition.
With their last meeting going all the way back to May, it’ll be interesting to see what’s changed when the two meet.
In what was a true Airport Toyota Division Two special, the match treated on-lookers to a combined 16 goals, with Taylors winning it away from home, 67-40.
And the talent in Charlie Goodwin and Jameson Best contesting at either end of the ground will be one to watch too.
The round closes off under the Eric Boardman Reserve lights when the Sunbury Kangaroos welcome East Sunbury.
Having not played a match since the end of June, it will be interesting to see what’s changed in the East Sunbury camp.
The Thunder are yet to sing the song in their short history, but it won’t be long until they do.
Showing more and more attack on the scoreboard has been a delight for both fans and the league, led by Thunder captain Rhianna Kirk with three this season.
The Kangaroos enter this one following upsetting Taylors Lakes for the second time this season and show no signs of slowing down as finals draw near.
Placed third with a 6-5 record, the Kangas will be eager to lodge a spot in the top two for a crucial double chance. But a win is still a necessity to keep them on that path.
Watch out for Roos’ Tylah Bell and Summer Pazsa.
Their standout consistency have been of much value to the club, with Bell booting eight goals so far and named best on ground in all but one match.
THIS WEEKEND’S FIXTURES
KEILOR v ABERFELDIE
Saturday 1:50pm at Joe Brown Oval
OAK PARK v ESSENDON DOUTTA STARS
Saturday 1:50pm at JP Fawkner Reserve
GREENVALE v HILLSIDE
Saturday 1:50pm at Greenvale Recreation Reserve
MOONEE VALLEY v MARIBYRNONG PARK
Saturday 1:50pm at Ormond Park
TULLAMARINE v BURNSIDE HEIGHTS
Saturday 10:00am at Leo Dineen Reserve
KEILOR PARK v COBURG DISTRICTS
Saturday 11:50am at Keilor Park Recreation Reserve
WESTMEADOWS v STRATHMORE
Saturday 4:50pm at Willowbrook Reserve
TAYLORS LAKES v ROXBURGH PARK
Saturday 11:50am at Lionheart Reserve
SUNBURY LIONS v GISBORNE
Saturday 11:50am at Clarke Oval
SUNBURY KANGAROOS v EAST SUNBURY
Saturday 4:50pm at Eric Boardman Reserve
