By Ashleigh Matosevic
Oak Park faces off against Essendon Doutta Stars this week over at JP Fawkner Reserve.
Last week's game against Hillside marked their eighth consecutive win. The side pulled off a stunning nine-point victory over one of competition's premiership contenders.
Meanwhile, Essendon Doutta Stars are fresh off their 10-point victory over Moonee Valley at Buckley Park.
The last time these two sides faced off was back in Round 5, where Oak Park toppled the Stars by a dominant 71 points.
Tamsyn Kirk was a highlight in the win, kicking an electrifying six goals on the afternoon. She'll be one to watch in her side's Round 11 clash with the Stars.
With the regular season nearing its end, the Stars have quietly racked up an impressive campaign so far (7-3).
It'll be a bit of a test for the fourth-placed side, but they'll come prepared with the emergence of players like Ada Pizzinga, Harmony Mitsos, and Mia Tully.
Keilor will meet Greenvale for Nelson Alexander EDFL Match of the Day at Joe Brown Oval.
They returned to the winner's circle following an impressive thumping against Maribyrnong Park.
Greenvale comes into the new round off the back of an unfortunate 80-point loss against Aberfeldie.
The upcoming clash marks the second time the two sides meet this season. The last time they met was back in Round 1, where Greenvale took out the win by 21 points after Keilor's score was wiped.
Amelia Commisso, Haylea Cooke, and Lara Temiz were the goalscorers for Greenvale.
Moonee Valley and Hillside are set to meet this week with the two teams battling it out at Ormond Park.
Moonee Valley are looking to move forward from last week's 10-point loss against the Stars.
Hillside also come into the new week fresh off a loss. They lost to Oak Park in a gritty, nine-point thriller.
The last time these two sides met was in Round 2. Hillside delivered a stunning 110-point performance in the win over Moonee Valley.
Caitlin Sargent dominated on the field, bagging five goals. Nicolette Paschalis was also a force to be reckoned with, kicking four goals.
Nadia Valenti, meanwhile, was instrumental for Moonee Valley.
Rounding out the upcoming round in Premier Division is Aberfeldie hosting Maribyrnong Park.
Last week, Aberfeldie delivered in their 80-point victory against Greenvale.
Meanwhile, Maribyrnong Park another loss, falling at the hands of Keilor by 37 points.
The upcoming clash will mark the second time these two sides meet this campaign. Round 1 was their first meeting in 2025, and Aberfeldie ultimately took out the win by a sensational 145 points.
Moana Hope and Emily Smith shone, bolstering the win with a combined performance of 14 goals for Aberfeldie.
By Ashleigh Matosevic
Burnside Heights gets Round 10 underway with a clash against Keilor Park at Burnside Heights Recreation Reserve.
The Bears come into the new week following their recent 39-point win over Coburg Districts. The win marked their second consecutive win, with the side aiming to make it three in a row.
Keilor Park is coming fresh off a win against Tullamarine. The 93-point win over the weekend saw them return back to the winner's circle.
The last time the two sides met was back in Round 4. Keilor Park stunned their opponents and secured the win by 24 points.
Maddison Cooper and Caitlyn Crameri both kicked three goals, and were influential for their side during the game.
Meanwhile Kiara Asani-Davis, Jorja Brink, Sina Mason, and Bella Negri all kicked goals for the Bears.
Next up, Westmeadows and Coburg Districts will face off at Willowbrook Reserve.
Westmeadows will be looking to move forward after their 89-point loss to Strathmore, while Coburg Districts suffered a defeat with Burnside Heights toppling them by 39 points.
Round 1 was the last time the two sides met, and it was Westmeadows who cruised to a 34-point win.
Nikayla Jones, Taylor Jones, Danielle Linton, Courtney Munn, and Ruby Smith kicked goals for Westmeadows.
Steph Pontonio scored Coburg District's lone goal.
Leo Dineen Reserve plays host to a battle between Tullamarine and Strathmore.
Tullamarine are fresh off a 93-point loss to Keilor Park, while Strathmore are continuing their strong 2025 season, adding a win against Westmeadows to their campaign so far (9-0).
The last time the two sides met was back in Round 5. Strathmore delivered a momentous 97-point win and keeping Tullamarine scoreless for all four quarters.
Talia Motta was exceptional on ground for her side, kicking five goals, while Maya Koo and Sophie Page bagged two each.
By Evan Tudor
Sunbury Lions and Taylors Lakes will go head-to-head at Clarke Oval to open Round 10.
The Lions are entering this match following a commanding 56-point victory over East Sunbury.
In a bounce back win for the outfit, Sunbury snapped a three-game losing streak.
Kristy Baker will bring her two-goal best on ground performance into the contest along with the consistent efforts of Ruby Burnside who too picked up another best-on naming.
Taylors Lakes look fired up to win after a strong performance, despite being on the losing side.
Taylah Egan put on a show with handballs and kicks galore, displaying the crucial ability to break out of the pack with the footy.
She’ll look to combine with Stefania Valerio who sunk one through the sticks in another showstopping performance.
Taylors Lakes may be too good in this clash between fifth and second, while the Lions hope for another impactful performance.
Gisborne welcomes Sunbury Kangaroos to Gardiner Reserve following a ninth straight win.
It was the Dogs’ day as they ousted the second placed Taylors Lakes by 30 points away from home.
Co-Captain Belinda Hateley racked up touches and goals with two and was one of the best on ground in the victory.
Alexia Todorovic also shone with two goals of her own, adding to the masterclass win.
The Dogs have been red-hot and consistent all season and show no signs of slowing down.
The Kangaroos hope to turn the corner following a slow day at the office.
Breannan Mason was the sole goal scorer for the side, the club’s best for the night.
We’ve seen what the Kangas can do, and with a 25-point upset victory over Taylors Lakes to boast, they haven’t been ruled out of this one yet.
For the second time this month, Roxburgh Park and East Sunbury will meet, this time at Lakeside Reserve.
It was a 44-point win to Roxy in the sides’ latest meeting, and they look set to do it again.
Five goal scorers were in the mix in the club’s twilight victory last week with Kiara Croxford being named one of the side’s best.
The 4-4 Roxburgh Park are still in the race for finals contention and a win here will better their odds.
East Sunbury return following a disheartening result.
Numbers aside, the Thunder will be proud of its efforts to footy week by week and will hope for an improved display in this one.
Recent results have shown the Thunder are on the rise, the team booting three goals for its highest score of 2025 two weeks back.
THIS WEEKEND’S FIXTURES
OAK PARK v ESSENDON DOUTTA STARS
Saturday 1:50pm at JP Fawkner Reserve
KEILOR v GREENVALE
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Saturday 1:50pm at Joe Brown Oval
MOONEE VALLEY v HILLSIDE
Saturday 1:50pm at Ormond Park
ABERFELDIE v MARIBYRNONG PARK
Saturday 1:50pm at Aberfeldie Park West
BURNSIDE HEIGHTS v KEILOR PARK
Saturday 11:50am at Burnside Heights Recreation Reserve
WESTMEADOWS v COBURG DISTRICTS
Saturday 11:50am at Willowbrook Reserve
TULLAMARINE v STRATHMORE
Saturday 4:50pm at Leo Dineen Reserve
SUNBURY LIONS v TAYLORS LAKES
Saturday 11:50am at Clarke Oval
GISBORNE v SUNBURY KANGAROOS
Saturday 11:50am at Gardiner Reserve
ROXBURGH PARK v EAST SUNBURY
Saturday 11:50am at Lakeside Reserve
