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From the Chairman Welcome to 2016 Division One Grand Final Day. While only two teams will vie for the Division One title, the day has become a great day for celebrating football across Melbourne’s east. 2016 has been a year of change in the EFL and across the state. The introduction of the player points system Graham Halbish has been the biggest reform EFL Chairman in local football history. Pleasingly it has been warmly embraced by our clubs and the introduction of the salary cap in 2017 will further strengthen the industry’s response to club sustainability issues. We are extremely pleased with the key role EFL CEO Phil Murton has played in these developments and while there will no doubt be some challenges with its implementation, we believe a solid framework of club reform is now in place to give everyone a sense of fairness and optimism. The league has prided itself on being progressive and innovative in the way we manage our competition. We are always looking at ways to improve the competition for clubs, players and spectators. While four divisions of 12 or 10 teams has served the league well, a conversation has begun with clubs regarding a potential five division structure. At present only 18 out of 44 teams play finals. The last few weeks, particularly grand final days, show the impact playing in finals and grand finals has on clubs. If we can create a structure that has more clubs playing finals and grand finals and can increase the number of clubs being promoted and relegated to find their best level of competition, the overall result should be much more effective competitions across the board. Feedback so far has been overwhelmingly positive. Discussions around the possibility of 16-a-side for our competition have been on the record for the last couple of years. While this may seem a big change from tradition, given that we have over 80% of our grounds less than 85% the size of the MCG, and with

game styles such as presses and floods becoming the norm, we believe it is worth considering. We watched with interest the recent success of 16-a-side in the AFL Women’s exhibition game and read comments from respected Geelong coach Chris Scott and AFL GM-FO Mark Evans advocating for a trial at AFL level. What also drove home the impact of our small grounds was an observation by former Vermont stars Ryan Mullett, Nathan Henley and Kris Bardon during the EFL finals last year. Having moved down to the peninsula to play, they said that ground size, space to move and reduced congestion were the key differences. Contested footy on small grounds can be brutal for players, umpires and supporters. Some minor changes were made to match timings this year in the under 19s and reserves resulting in over 3,000 hours of volunteer time being saved, without impacting the integrity of the games. Research continues on a range of other potential initiatives such as the role of percentage in junior footy and the use of high density rules such as those used in the TAC Cup, to assess whether we can create an even more optimum environment for our players to develop and learn. As a league, the EFL continues to evolve. Our netball competition has grown to 49 clubs across 6 divisions with a further increase likely, again next year. Attending the excellent grand final night, the standard was high, support was very good and engaging these ladies and their families in our clubs will only benefit everyone in the long term. Female footy is exploding. The Eastern Region Girls Competition, a merged entity of the EFL and AFL Yarra Ranges, was implemented in 2016 to capitalize on the anticipated growth in female participation. From 12 teams in 2015, it grew to 37 in 2016, with indications for 2017 suggesting similar growth again. The introduction of the AFL Women’s National League to be played in February and March next year will no doubt provide great promotion and coverage for female footy and should assist all clubs, new and existing, in their efforts to get teams on the park. While planning initially targeted 2018 for significant

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THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE EASTERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE September 17, 2016 Price: $2.00 (inc. GST) Vol. 27 No. 23 All material and photographs prepared by the Eastern Football League Media Manager, including original articles and those of contributors, published in the Eastern Footballer, are subject to copyright laws and cannot be reproduced without the permission of the EFL. Some photos provided by Cyan Sporting Images and Fairfax Journal. Address all correspondence to: Eastern Football League, 256 Scoresby Road, Boronia 3155. Telephone: 9762 5766, Fax: 9761 1315. Chairman: Graham Halbish. Chief Executive Officer: Phil Murton. Printed by Cyan Press. Telephone: 9763 4088.

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From the Chairman expansion of senior women’s footy in the East, the level of interest amongst clubs for 2017 will probably see this brought forward. Our focus remains constant on our core game also. This year we invested in further game development resources to boost our exposure into more schools and help develop programs to encourage more kids to play footy and clubs to engage closely with their local Auskick centres. Team numbers in our non-competitive age groups remain at record highs with 113 teams entered in under 8, 9 and 10 and we introduced an Auskick under 7’s program to help bridge the gap between Auskick and club footy. A research project surveying those who have ceased playing in recent years is underway to help guide future player retention strategy. Our work in game development alongside AFL Victoria will remain a key focus over the next few years. The league would particularly like to thank all of our loyal sponsors for their support again in 2016. We welcomed Bendigo Bank on board as naming rights partner this year and with their investment in the league and our clubs, their support of community sport in Melbourne’s East is very significant. We have long standing relationships with Channel Nine, BJS Insurance, Eastlink, Yarra Valley Water, Trojan Tools and SEN 1116, along with a range of other valued partners listed at the back of the record. Their investment in our competition allows us to deliver and fund much of the work outlined above and is very much appreciated by the league and our clubs. We thank Knox Council and Bayswater FC for helping

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us host today’s game, one the biggest events held annually in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, and one which requires a significant amount of planning and effort to present. Discussions are underway with the relevant authorities for the potential upgrading and enhancement of several existing facilities within the EFL competition, similar to the improvements made at Bayswater in the past. We will also continue to emphasise the need for the development of a first class training and admin facility in the East, the only major geographical area of greater Melbourne to be deficient in this regard. I wish to thank my fellow Board Members, a diverse and talented group, the Junior Committee lead so well by Leon Bailey, and the EFL staff for their combined efforts this year. As the league gets bigger, so too does the workload. Congratulations to Ferntree Gully, Upper FTG and Bayswater on their recent premiership victories. It no doubt caps off years of hard work by many people on and off the field. Also notable was Donvale’s under 19 premiership victory given the club was in recess only two years ago. Finally, to the volunteers who are the heart and soul of EFL footy & netball, I say thank you for your valued contribution. We are all proud to be part of the EFL family and it is the cumulative efforts of our clubs and the league that helps maintain the leagues wonderful standing in the wider community. Thank you all for your support in 2016 and we look forward to three great games today.

EFL FINALS INFORMATION The last weekend of the 2016 Bendigo Bank Eastern Football League Senior Finals series is HERE! FINALS ENTRY The following entry prices (including GST) will apply: GRAND FINALS

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CAR PARKING AT FINALS VENUES Car parking inside finals venues may be limited. This will be communicated via the website and to competing clubs in the week leading up to the game. With much larger crowds than for home and away games, don’t assume you will be able to get a park inside most venues as this will not be the case. Councils have also advised that a parking officer will be in attendance, so park only in designated areas. NO DOGS Dogs are banned at all EFL games. ALCOHOL AT FINALS VENUES Patrons attending finals are not permitted to bring alcohol into the venues. At venues where cars have access to the grounds, a condition of entry is that boots are inspected and this will be rigidly enforced.

Apart from ensuring compliance with liquor licensing and council by-laws, it helps to protect clubs revenues from finals. As in past years, there will be a two-can limit on purchases and all alcohol sold will be opened by bar staff on purchase. These are part of the licensing requirements. ONE PAYMENT PER VENUE We’ll again be adopting an approach where your admittance will allow entry for the full day at that particular venue. Each venue has its own admission fee, so if you choose to move between venues you’ll, need to pay a second entry. FINALS UMPIRES The league will supply three field, two boundary and two goal umpires for each finals match. STAY UP-TO-DATE WITH FINALS SCORES Want to know the live scores of other ‘Bendigo Bank’ finals? The EFL Media Team will be using Twitter to bring you all the Around the Grounds Scores. They will be ‘tweeting’ live quarter by quarter scores and ‘re-tweeting’ EFL clubs and fans who are keeping the social media world up-to-date with how their team is performing. But you don’t have to sign up to a Twitter account to get access to live scores! Type in m.efl.org.au in your smartphone’s internet browser and follow the prompts to save as an app. Tap ‘Social’ then ‘Twitter’ – presto, you’ve got live scores!

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RB: I just love this time of year BWS. The big crowds and best teams go at it, not to mention I don’t have to see your ugly mug for another 6 months either!

BWS: I can assure you the feeling is mutual! So many highlights to pick from mate across all divisions, let’s start in division 4 and what most stood out to you? RB: I was absolutely rapt to see Surrey Park take the next step this year BWS. 10 wins on the board and only narrowly missed the finals which is a huge step in the right direction for the Panthers. BWS: Spot on mate, a great effort by all at the club who have been through the tough times and seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. It was also great to see the Glen Waverley Hawks play finals again after a 3 year hiatus. They may have gone straight out in week 1, but a vast improvement on recent seasons and they will be there abouts again next year no doubt. RB: How good was the grand final between Ferntree Gully and Forest Hill?! It was one of the classics. BWS: One of my favourite games to call ever mate. Who would have thought the Eagles would have to work so hard to progress after going through the home and away season undefeated. Epic clash from 2 sides who gave their all right throughout the year. RB: Division 3 was as entertaining as ever this season BWS, but there was no bigger highlight then watching Upper Ferntree Gully have the perfect season and advance into division 2. BWS: One of only 15 clubs in EFL history to go undefeated right through the season Raymond. Hats off to Chad Rogers, Andy Hayman and co to lead this club back up to where it belongs in the higher divisions. It’s

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another case of close but no cigars for Tempy though isn’t it? RB: They will be heartbroken won’t they? But good clubs pick themselves back up and Templestowe have been in Ben Warren-Smith this position multiple times Broadcast Manager in recent years and haven’t fallen off the perch. They are a club who are superbly lead by senior coach Rick Irwin who no doubt will have to boys focused for another big crack in 2017. BWS: How good was Ringwood’s finish to the year?! They came from nowhere to make the finals and missed out on the grand final by a kick! RB: No one gave them a yelp mate, that’s two years in a row the Redback’s have flashed home. If they can get off to a good start next year they will take some beating. BWS: Division 2 was filled to the brim with highlights this year mate, what satisfied you the most? RB: Donny East getting knocked out of the finals would have to be the top of the list BWS! No I’m just kidding! Got a lot of time for the Lions, but it does give me pure enjoyment to stir you up about them every chance I get. BWS: Senior citizens are supposed to be nice mate, but you go a long way in tarnishing that theory! Didn’t you pick Doncaster East to win the flag at the start of the year? RB: I don’t know how many times I have to say it… I tipped Bayswater to win the flag and then you changed it in the record in round 1 and screwed me over. BWS: People will believe what they want to believe mate… Huge congratulations to Baysie who were clearly the side to beat for most of the season. Lead brilliantly from Paul McCormack and Joel Galvin who have this club ready to play in the premier division, and not just to make up the numbers also.

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BWS: Well here we are old mate, another season gone and what a season it has been!

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BOUNDARY BANTER RB: It was sad to see East Burwood get relegated, however I think it is a good thing for the club to build its way back up, get some wins back on the board and see old players and fans come through the gate. A feat that shouldn’t be too difficult for a proud club such as the Rams and wasn’t the whole EFL community thrilled when they notched their 1 and only win in round 13. BWS: Croydon made a late dash knocking off 3 of the top 4 teams leading into the finals and only just missed out on a finals appearance. Reckon there was a few sighs of relief they fell short. RB: 100% BWS. Sensational end for the Blues but it means nothing if you don’t make it. Senior coach and media team favourite Paul Newlands has moved on to coach Kilsyth, and it’s the right time for Croydon to change things up as they look towards entering back up division 1 in the near future. BWS: Today’s big division 1 grand final is always the best day of the year. But before we get onto that there are some highlights that need to be noted. For me watching Doncaster step up to the big league and deliver consistently and play finals was amazing. RB: We have seen it happen before with the division 2 premier coming up and playing finals the next year with the weighted draw, but I get the feeling the Sharks won’t be one hit wonders and will be thereabouts again next year. BWS: The top 5 was as close as I can remember this year wasn’t it? RB: As good as it’s been for a long time mate. From 1st to 5th was a raffle every week and who would beat who as on their day their best footy was as good as one another’s. BWS: Well two of those have made the big dance today and thoroughly deserve their chance at Premiership glory. Who wins and why old man? RB: Well the old foes go at it again don’t they? Vermont have held top spot for most of the year, but Balwyn have a knack for winning the big 6

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games. I think the Tigers can do it again and send outgoing senior coach Dan Donati out on the highest of notes. It’s sure to go down to the wire with Balwyn to get up by 3pts. BWS: It just feels right that we end the year disagreeing with each other. Vermont have had two weeks off leading into this game and will be super fresh, while Balwyn have played 3 tough finals. There’s just something about the Eagles on Grand Final day and the Purple and Gold army will be out in force to cheer their boy’s home by 12pts. RB: I’d offer to put a wager on it but you haven’t paid up for the last bet yet! BWS: Don’t know what you’re talking about mate? RB: Yeah I know your type BWS. BWS: Smart, funny and good looking…? RB: You wish mate. But in all seriousness it’s been a fun and entertaining year with yourself and the team, but I reckon at 70yrs old I might be getting too old for this. BWS: Never! After taking out the Clinton Grybas media award on Chandler Medal night, that only means you need to pick up your game even more in 2017! No excuses! RB: We’ll see… I was very humbled to win the award mate especially when it was voted for by all my peers. BWS: Thoroughly deserved old timer, you’re an absolute star and one of my best mates. I was just disappointed you didn’t dedicate it to me! RB: Mate Donny East had more of a chance 10 goals down it the last against Wanny Sth then that ever happening! BWS: Fair play. Thanks for a great year Raymond and let’s hope today’s game is a cracker! RB: See you at the footy mate!

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DONCASTER FOOTBALL CLUB EFL Division 1 finalist Seniors & U19’s season 2016 EFL Division 2 premiers season 2015 The Doncaster Football Club is seeking applications for the following positions in season 2017. • Senior Assistant Coach/s – Playing or Non Playing • Development Coach • Under 19’s coach • Head Trainer The club has enjoyed success in recent years and is looking for candidates with the experience, passion and commitment to continue the development of our club playing list next season. Expressions of interest can be directed to Doncaster@efl.org.au For further enquiries contact the football department Sean O’Gorman (M) 0401 742 505 or Rod Gregory (M) 0418 356 654 Applications close…………..30th September

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STATSBENCH Relax, as you were everyone, normal transmission has resumed. Vermont is back in a Grand Final. Most people would have just called it an El Niño event while Vermont supporters have called it a drought – three years in a row Noel McPhee @statsbench without being in the final game of the season. The behemoth of the EFL returns to their most productive stage and faces a strong challenger to their previously undisputed reign as the ‘king’ of EFL Premierships. What a game it promises to be. I don’t think anyone can confidently predict the winner with any degree of certainty. Facts: Vermont have won all their close games this season; Balwyn beat Vermont up rather badly in round 16; Balwyn have Grand Final integrity – three of the last four, four of the last eight; Vermont have Grand Final integrity – 19 EFL Premierships.

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All Matches Vermont Finals Vermont Grand Finals Vermont

Wins 8 Balwyn Wins 3 Balwyn Wins 0 Balwyn

Finals Vermont Balwyn

Wins Losses 59 32 18 10

Draws Streak 0 W1 0 W1

Grand Finals Vermont Balwyn

Wins Losses 19 9 4 1

Draws Streak 0 L1 0 W1

Wins 17 Wins 5 Wins 2

Draws 2 Draws 0 Draws 0

Streak V1 Streak V1 Streak B2

(A huge thanks to the Statsbench Research Department for their excellent work throughout the year - Noel).

ERCA COACH OF THE YEAR The end of the season is filled with a number of awards nights and the chance to recognize those who make the game great. The 2016 Eastern Region Coach of the Year awards allow the region to celebrate the efforts of those who lead clubs in the Eastern Football League and AFL Yarra Ranges The 2016 Eastern Region Coach of the Year awards will be held on Wednesday 5th October at Yarra Glen Race Course. The guest speaker on the night will be Lindsay Gilbee. The night is a fantastic night that celebrates coaching in the region and is recognition and acknowledgement of their hard work and efforts as a coach in 2016. Below is a list of nominations for Coach of the Year 2016: Auskick Shane Robinson Worri Yallock Glen Cowan South Belgrave Paul Armstrong Belgrave James Storey Ringwood Daniel Bramhall Scoresby Craig Cavanagh South Croydon Duncan Unstead Montrose Junior Nicholas Orr Upwey Tecoma Patrick Ford Olinda Ferny Creek Travis Reddaway Warrandyte Richard Smith Coldstream Andrew Foskett & Glen Boneham Wantirna South Charlie Griffin Knox Youth 13-15 Chris Beamish Mooroolbark Linton Ball Croydon Craig Noske Blackburn Jason Stone Wantirna South Jason Neal Mooroolbark Youth 16-19 Tim Wilson Lilydale/Worowa Dave Donegan Healesville Mark Trewella Warrandyte Mick White Bayswater Jamie Barnett Noble Park Dale Watkins Mooroolbark Scott Savage Forest Hill 10

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Senior Sam Kidd Alexandra Brendan Donovan Olinda Ferny Creek Dean Connell Marysville Matthew Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neil Gembrook Cockatoo Kon Karavias Blackburn Paul McCormack Bayswater Bryan Cole Healesville Rick Irwin Templestowe ERGFL Coach of the year John Hilton FTG Eagles Scott Kelly Mt Evelyn Luke Smith Mitcham Claire Knell Mt Evelyn Callum MacTier Knox Young Coach of the year Sam Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Argenio Donvale Daniel Edwards Emerald Jackson Gardiner Ferntree Gully Female Andrea McGuiness Belgrave Keltie Blake Coldstream ERCA Coaching Academy Sam Kidd Alexandra Nick Adam Wantirna South Paul Virgona Vermont Zak Kennedy Lilydale Sam Bates Wantirna South Callan Stephens The Basin Sean Buncle Montrose Peter Brough Ferntree Gully Eagles Umpire Coach of the Year Sean Clarke Eastern Football League (Juniors)

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120 Minutes By David McPherson Eagles’ captain Tim Johnson isn’t a subscriber to the belief that the difference in pre-game preparation will alter the outcome of the match, although he did admit that the breaks meant two less opportunities for injuries to pile up. “There’s a couple of ways to look at it [the week off ]. There’s always the school of thought that hopefully we’re going to have fresh legs and that sort of thing and be running on top of the ground, but then I guess the flipside is we haven’t played a lot of game time in the past three weeks,” he said. “I think ultimately it doesn’t make too much difference in the end. It’s just going to be about who can start well and then maintain their pressure and intensity around the ball.” Johnson won’t be fuelled by a desire for revenge on Saturday after the Eagles were knocked out of last year’s finals race by Balwyn, saying instead that he felt the lure of a premiership medallion more strongly. “For us we’re going to go just as hard at Balwyn as we would be if Noble Park had been the ones to get through or any other team. I think what’s on the line – winning a premiership – far outweighs who your opposition is and any motivation you get from beating a specific opposition.” The key to success for Johnson and his team involves simply going about business as usual. “I think that when we’ve had success against Balwyn this season we haven’t necessarily invented anything new or done anything differently to how we’ve played other teams and other games,” he said. “In the semi-final we were just able to do 12

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the things that we wanted to do but do them for a bit longer and that was the difference in the end.” “You look for, especially from an outside perspective, something spectacular or something unusual that’s going to win a game of footy, but most of the time in big games it’s just doing the little things well. Things like sticking your tackles and applying good pressure throughout the game and obviously taking opportunities in front of goal.” When the teams are this close, and the outcomes of 113 games are already in the books, the season may come down to just one of those little moments. Every bounce of the ball can lead to harrowing defeat or exaltation. Every tackle, every pressure act and every opportunity in front of goal provides the chance for someone to put full stop on the season that was. The question now is just to whom the opportunity will fall, and if they will take it with both hands.

120 Minutes Everything will come down to 120 minutes of football. Four quarters of blood, sweat and tears – to the winner goes the spoils. That is, unless, the match ends in a draw like it did when the two clubs faced off in round four earlier on this year, in which case more time may be required. The two powerhouse clubs have almost been inseparable this year, with the latest battle between the Tigers and Eagles ending in a three-point semifinal win to Vermont. Balwyn captain Rennie Gilchrist insists that giving up an 18-point final-change lead in that encounter has not rattled his team heading into this weekend’s all-or-nothing face-off. “It didn’t shake us too much. Losses are really good because that’s when you review games and look at areas that you were poor in so you can improve the next week which is what we did,” he said. Gilchrist says the Tigers will draw upon their wealth of experience in the heat of battle to ensure the team says composed in the crucible of finals intensity.

“Obviously in the grand final there’s more pressure around and more on the line of course, and usually the team who wins is the team who is most composed. It’s about relaxing, knowing how to play and sticking to our processes and trusting one another throughout that 120 minutes,” he said. “I think experience is just good for knowing what to expect from grand finals and knowing how to win I guess. It’s a certain confidence that the guys around you are going to do their all to win because they’ve done it before.” Gilchrist highlighted the importance of winning the midfield battle in the Tigers quest to get their claws on the cup. “It’s always won or lost in the midfield and that encompasses skill level, stoppages, transition ball movement and executing pressure,” he said. “Whichever midfield can get on top and have more of an influence will probably win the game.” Balwyn will enter Saturday on the back of three consecutive finals games, all decided by a margin of less than six goals. Despite the full schedule, Gilchrist insists that his team is full of run and ready for the fight. “We’re all pretty fresh. We’ve been recovering really well on Tuesday nights and doing extra sessions on Sunday as well so the boys are feeling really good.” In contrast, Vermont enters the game with just one finals appearance under its belt having finished atop the ladder and earning direct advancement to the grand final with its semi-final win.

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MEDIA TIPS Phil Murton – Eastern Football League CEO Balwyn by 5 points First Goal: Nathan Gordon (Balwyn) Cliff Tomkins/ Blue Ribbon Medal: Rennie Gilchrist (Balwyn) Could go either way and will be less than one goal margin but think Balwyn might just get over the line. Talent everywhere for both teams makes them hard to split but Balwyn look to have a bit more firepower up forward. Just like Greig and Froud used to get the Eagles over the line in close games, think Gobbels, Broadhurst and Gordon might do the same for the Tigers.

Dyson Baker Eastern Football League Media Manager Vermont by 2 points First Goal: Shaun Cross Cliff Tomkins/Blue Ribbon Medal: Darcy Crocker (Vermont) The modern day champs (Balwyn) take on the champion club (Vermont) – It’s the fitting way to end season 2016. For mine Vermont have not put a foot wrong, and although Balwyn will give them a shake it would be remise of me to tip against the Eagles. It wasn’t that long ago that Vermont walked into Bayswater Oval with an air of swagger and confidence about them, if they win here this afternoon this young group of fledgling Eagles could see the same success as those who have pulled on the Purple and Gold before them. Ben Warren-Smith – Eastern Football League Broadcast Manager Vermont by 2 goals First Goal: Jake Best Cliff Tomkins/Blue Ribbon Medal: Tom Schneider (Vermont) It doesn’t get any bigger then Vermont v Balwyn and today’s game promises to be one of the games of the year! Balwyn are looking to make it back to back and 4 flags in 5 years and send outgoing senior coach Dan Donati off in style. They will have to do it the hard way, having already played 3 tough finals including a loss two weeks ago to the Eagles. Vermont have led the pack all year and deserve to go into today’s game as favourite. Australia’s most successful

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Ross Couzens – Inside Football Balwyn by 7 points First goal - Kirby McConnon (Vermont) Cliff Tomkins/ Blue Ribbon Medal: Rennie Gilchrist (Balwyn) Historically it’s always been a safe bet to take any Vermont side in a grand final, but with Balwyn playing its final game under Daniel Donati the emotion of the day should carry a battle-hardened Tigers outfit over the line. Eamonn O’Molloy – Leader Newspapers Balwyn by two goals First goal: Jeff Gobbels Cliff Tomkins/ Blue Ribbon Medal: Rennie Gilchrist (Balwyn) Vermont have been the more consistent all season but after watching how the Tigers performed at this stage last year I just can’t tip against them. The stat that stands out from the game two weeks ago is their 19 inside 50s to the Eagles’ three in the third quarter - and Balwyn don’t tend to make the same mistakes twice. Ray Baird – EFL Media Team Tigers by 3 points Cliff Tomkins/ Blue Ribbon Medal: John Meesen (Balwyn) This is going to be the tight Grand Final that we all have been waiting for, expect it to go down to the wire, less than a kick in it at the final siren. Most people may think that the team having the rest are in the best position to win. However Balwyn’s finals campaign has gained the momentum to get the job done. One can never underestimate the Tigers finals record. Wayne Brasher – EFL Media Team Vermont by 1 point Cliff Tomkins/ Blue Ribbon Medal: Adam Parker (Vermont) The reigning premiers Balwyn have shown this season that they thoroughly deserve their place in today’s match. Their opponents Vermont have also been rewarded for their consistency after being top of the ladder for nearly the entire

MEDIA TIPS home and away season. Both sides have had injury concerns throughout the year which adds another interesting talking point to what is already an intriguing contest. Expect this game to be tight affair in the early stages as both backlines will want to impose their imprimatur on the contest. If Balwyn get on a roll early in the second half they will be hard to stop, however If Vermont can remain composed and be within striking distance at the last break I feel they can run the game out as they have had the better preparation. I’m tipping Vermont to win by the barest margin in what is shaping as a classic encounter. Joshua Dawe – EFL Media Team Balwyn by 15 points Cliff Tomkins/ Blue Ribbon Medal: Nathan Gordon While Vermont got the chocolates in the semifinal a few weeks ago, Balwyn’s first quarter demolition of the Eagles in Round 17 is still very fresh in my mind. The Tigers have an innate ability to turn it on when it really matters, like they did last week against Noble Park and

having been there and done it so many times over the last 5 years, I’m backing them in to clinch it again. Davis Harrigan – EFL Media Team Vermont by 10 points Cliff Tomkins/ Blue Ribbon Medal: Connor McCafferty (Vermont) Vermont have pressed all season and grabbed all their deserved rewards along the way. Balwyn have been the “Mr Consistent” of the past five years - they’re the side that never goes away. Daniel Donati has led his troops through some ups and downs in 2016, with some scares along the way, but they’ve pushed through. Experience counts in Grand Finals, and while the Tigers lead that front, Vermont have been on the “fringe” for several years - and now they’ve grabbed their chance. The younger legs of the Eagles will see them fly out of the gate, but Balwyn know how to play the four quarters - so does Vermont, who will want to deny Balwyn another piece of silverware. Game will be won in defence, in both arcs of the ground.

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LAST TIME THEY MET DIVISION 1 - GRAND Final DIVISION 1 SENIORS VERMONT v BALWYN ROUND 4 Vermont 11.13.79 drew with Balwyn 12.7.79 ROUND 17 Vermont 13.9.87 def. Balwyn 19.11.125 Semi Final Vermont Balwyn

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 1.2-8 3.6-24 4.6-30 7.10-52 2.0-12 4.2-26 7.6-48 7.7-49

VERMONT Goal Kickers: D. Crocker 2, C. Howat, M. Willcocks, L. McComb, A. Pretto, A. Ellis Best Players: S. Anson, A. Parker, C. Howat, S. Wadley, T. Johnson, C. Young BALWYN Goal Kickers: B. Broadhurst 2, G. Chivers 2, M. O’Regan, J. Gobbels, T. Roach Best Players: T. Gilchrist, K. Pendlebury, R. Gilchrist, J. Milhuisen, R. Crowe, J. Wright

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DIVISION 1 RESERVES BLACKBURN v ROWVILLE Semi Final 2 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Blackburn 3.2-20 3.3-21 8.8-56 13.11-89 Rowville 1.0-6 2.1-13 2.1-13 2.1-13 BLACKBURN Goals: A. Geilings 4, L. Adey 3, Z. Hudson 2, J. Harkins, S. Hudson, J. Pell, J. Zema Best: A. Geilings, A. Banks, T. Randles, J. Worsteling, R. Meade, L. Adey. ROWVILLE Goals: B. Bronsgeest 2 Best: J. Powell, P. McEwin, D. Gallagher, D. Waterstone, L. Hadaway, D. Boavida. DIVISION 1 UNDER 19s VERMONT v NOBLE PARK Semi Final Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Vermont 0.3-3 0.6-6 5.9-39 5.11-41 Noble Park 0.0 2.0-12 3.0-18 5.1-31 VERMONT Goals: J. Vassis, B. Hotker, B. Barlow, L. Gould, J. O’Keefe Best: B. Hotker, B. Barlow, M. Healey, M. McKenzie, H. McGowan NOBLE PARK Goals: C. Anagnostou, A. Zijai, M. Amin, M. Maio, J. Tour Best: M. Amin, J. Marson, L. Begg, O. Ashkar, J. Tour, A. Wheeler.

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GRAND FINAL

Bayswater Oval 9:30am

UMPIRES: Field: Michael Browne, Nicholas Gubbels and Brad Bishop. Boundary: Fraser Sheridan and Ethan Sinn.

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Colours:

Purple jumper with gold eagle emblem, purple shorts.

No. Player 1

Tom Burkitt

James Krikas

Callum Mendes (VC)

Aiden Stephens

Liam Douglas

Bailey Freeman

Kodey Logan

Lachie Gould

Mitch Chappell

Bailey Hotker

Jack Furey

Joel Bleize (VC)

Max Healey

Lachie Jackson

Braeden Barlow

Matt McKenzie

Ryan Young

Shehan Kudage-Don

Tarj Takla

Lewis Neate

Hamish McGowan

Jack O’Keefe

Tom Rennie

Sean Bell

Wade Brusnahan

Konrad Bendrups

Mitch Keltie

Pat Wallis

Charlie Young

Jordan Vassis (C)

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VERMONT: We are honoured to have our Seniors and Under 19’s here on Grand Final day and thank the hundreds of people and sponsors who have supported the Club and the individual teams in so many ways. You are all a part of our effort. The biggest thanks of course goes to the players who have done such a wonderful job all year achieving a top of the ladder finish after the H&A season for all of our 1st Div. teams. Two wins today would be icing on the cake of a fantastic season. Commiserations to the players who have participated in Senior games this season, but were not selected or were injured today. Well done to all of the Coaches, particularly Steve Cochrane and John Brown, who have worked so hard to get their sides here. SOCIAL: - All Vermont Supporters are welcome back at the Clubrooms tonight. Tomorrow the Clubrooms will be open from 12 noon featuring entertainment from the one and only Jimmy Davidis. After that we have our usual post Grand Final Monday lunch at the Wantirna Hill Club and then we have two Presentation Nights at the Club: - The Under 19’s on Thursday 29th of September and the Seniors on Friday 30th. --- History is created by the deeds of today - go for it boys, it’s your time. The Eagles are supreme.

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saturday 17 september 2016 UMPIRES: Goal: Lachlan Payne and James Rizio. Emergency: Bryn Ridsdale.

NOBLE PARK Coach: Jamie Barnett Asst. Coach: Troy Haynes Team Manager: Con Christoforou Colours:

Gold jumper, royal blue shoulders, with blue bulls emblem, royal blue shorts.

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Justin Frappier

Adam Wheeler

Mouneer Ghanem

Alex Aiello (C)

Dylan Jacotine

Luke Maliki

Anthony Marson

Chris Casset

Omar Ashkar

George Katsaris

Michael Maio

Jack Murray

Ayhan Rustemi

Cosi Anagnostou

Brayden Haynes

Nathan Tarca

Ahmed Kandakji

Jordan Cackett

Corey Green

Dean Harris

Josh Tour

Lachlan Haynes

Mathew DiBiase

Jamie Pinto

Rory Mills

Jordan Marson

Ali Zijai

Musa Amin

Lachlan Begg

John Walker

Ben Marson

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NOBLE PARK: We’re from Noble Park it’s true we’re all team mates through and through we’re striving and thriving to win the flag we’re going to show them that every game is in the bag and when we go out on the ground cause our hearts are big and round we will never let you down COME ON NOBLE SHOW THEM HOW Congratulations to our U19s on making the Grand Final. The club is very proud of you and everyone at the Bullring wish you the very best. Lets celebrate the year back at Club Noble after the game Sadly last weekend was not the result we wanted for the Seniors and wasn’t the way we wanted to farewell Ando and Disco - two great champions of our club, this was shown with the respect of a guard of honour from both teams at Bayswater last weekend and from all the messages on social media. The NPFC would like to thank all our supporters, sponsors, coaches, players, officials, volunteers & EFL for Season 2016. The season is not over, this years Peter Reece Medal - Presentation Night is on Thursday 29 September at Club Noble $45 per person book with Tracey 0438 001 577 and the AGM is on Sunday 9 October - we hope to see as many members there…. Stay tuned on Social media for dates of preseason - Run with the Bulls in Season 2017….. GO BULLS

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GRAND FINAL

Bayswater Oval 12:00pm

UMPIRES: Field: Brett Cosgriff, Dylan Fulton and Tim Phillips. Boundary: Caleb Sinn and David Mitchell.

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Coach: Alan Love Asst. Coach: John Blias Trainer: Ken “Firey” Edwards Runner: Michael Prendergast Team Manager: Jon Remmington Colours:

No. Player 2 8 11 12 18 20 22 24 25 26 29 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 45 46 47 49 50 51 52 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 66 68

Jared Worsteling Daniel McGee Alex Geilings Josh Ralph Jayden Wilson Aaron Hatton Mitch Donoghue Nick Garratt James Kenworthy Sam Hudson Tom Cooper Lochie Adey Tom Randles James Harkins Mark Ross Joe Zema Reuben Meade Michael Findlay Liam Patterson Jay Windle John Kenworthy Matt Bellis Chan Le James Pell Byron Bushby Charlie Summers Nick Snibson Zac Hudson Craig Bentley Tim Watkins Stefan Fernandes Liam Carnelley Dean Benstead Amer Halabi Chris Samios Andrew Hobson Mitch Dawson Mark Griffiths

Red and black vertical stripes, black shorts.

Age Goals 26 27 26 24 19 27 21 23 24 22 27 21 22 21 25 22 26 28 20 28 26 21 21 22 23 20 22 21 20 22 20 21 26 21 19 30 20 27

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BLACKBURN: Last week the U19s battled valiantly against a strong Noble Park team and went down by a couple of goals in what was a great Preliminary Final at Bayswater. The Coach Mat Eccles, leadership group and players are to be congratulated in maintaining a high standard of Div. 1 football over a long season and performing admirably in the finals, beating Doncaster and Norwood comfortably in the first couple of weeks. They will form a solid core of players in the years to come to help the Burners compete at a high level in the completion. Today marks a special culmination for our 12’ O’Clockers – Development side, ably led by the meticulous Alan Love (Coach) and assistants Cuz and Big Johnnie who have managed a strong group of talented players, ready to take the battle up to a fired up Rowville, after they defeated Vermont in last week’s Preliminary Final. It’s a testament to the Club that we have had 54 players play in the team over the course of the season with 38 players being qualified to pull on the jumper and backing their team mates every week whilst supporting the great culture that our community club has to offer. Today’s opponent Rowville showed in our Round 15 fixture that are capable of combining quick ball movement with key forward targets to challenge any opposition. It will be an enthralling contest early as both teams will look to gain the ascendancy in the midfield and give their forwards every opportunity to get on the scoreboard early and create a few mind games. All players, spectators and friends are welcome to come back to the Club for refreshments after the game – All the best boys and congratulations on a fabulous season in 2016 Let’s go Burners! Future player related functions include Sunday 18th September (day after EFL GF) - Vote Count and Friday 23rd Sept - Presentation Night. There will be more information to follow in the weeks to come. Upcoming social events include our much anticipated Grand Final Eve Lunch - Friday 30th September with special guest speaker and number one horse trainer Darren Weir who will bringing the 2015 Melbourne Cup along with him for discussions about its history and some photo opportunities along the way. Tickets will soon sell out so please contact James MacLeod on 0417 519 782 For all Membership and Sponsorship enquiries, please contact Mike McCoy on 0419 879 808 – mccoy.mike@bigpond. com #WeAreBlackburn

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SATURDAY 17 september 2016 UMPIRES: Goal: Ashley Price and Callum Thornton. Emergency: James Rizio.

ROWVILLE Coach: Dean Williams Asst. Coach: Dave Robinson Trainer: Wayne Feilding Runner: Brad Hadaway Team Manager: Ben Casey Colours:

No. Player

Brown and gold vertical stripes, brown shorts.

Age Goals

Deon Boavida

Paul McEwin

James Powell

Jarrod Hicks

Jake Ryall

Mark Seedsman

Adam Bronsgeest

Luke Hadaway

Daniel Ousley

Dysan Morris

Josh Dyson

Dylan Leder

James Makrodimitris

Ryan Hall

Ben Bronsgeest

Kyle Hagger

Cameron Marshall

Dane Gallagher

Jake Ellery

Robert McEwin

Dean Waterstone

Matthew Watson

Jake Maguire

Adam Cotela

Nicholas Callaway

Rhys Wood

Jack MacGregor

Anthony Davies

James Raftery

Marc Hardy

Nuru Jammeh

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ROWVILLE: Well, today’s the day! Division 1 Grand Final Day! Our Development side have had a great season and it certainly paid off, we are now in the Grand Final! Today we verse Blackburn! Last week we took on Norwood, a low scoring and very defensive game! Rowville managed to leave Vermont goal less until the 2nd Quarter, Vermont started to kick a few but luckily so did we! And we managed to run out winners by 16 points to take us to today’s game! In what has been a massive season for Rowville, we would like to thank everyone that has helped out around our club! We wouldn’t be in this position today if it wasn’t for all our volunteers that do a great job! To all our supporters, your job isn’t over yet!! But thanks for being there week in week out! We still have our 2016 Presentation Night to go! This is a night for everyone to celebrate and finish off our year! Thursday 29th of September starting at 6:30! 2 Course meal and Dj! Tickets are $65 or if you want to book a table for 10, it’s $600. Don’t miss out! Book now! To keep updated with everything going on around the club go to our Facebook page or the club website www.rowvillefc.org.au. Go Hawks! #CommitmentTrustRespect

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FINAL SCORE

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VERMONT PEN PICS Coach: Trainer: Runner: Team Manager:

Steve Cochrane Caitlin Sevior Andrew Smith Neville Roulston

Kyle Emley

Vermont Junior, tough inside midfielder who runs all day

Corey Cassidy

Former Box Hill player ever reliable defender who reads the ball well

Ryan Phillips

Vermont Junior, A key forward who is a beautiful mark and kick for goal. Massive future

Adam Parker

2015 B&F winner is one of the leading midfielders in the compettition. Great team man.

Jayden Stiles

Key forward. Who has an amazing leap, goal kicker who always needs to be watched by the opposition

Sam Anson

A tough defender, great mark who loves to take on the opposition Classy forward- midfielder- quick and knows where the gaols are. Very dangerous

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10 Kirby McConnon

11 Xavier Barry Murphy Midfielder who runs all day and finds plenty of the footy

11 Wade McConnon

Small tough, defensive forward. Tackling pressure is a real feature of his game.

13 Jake Best

Recruited from Leongatha, smart forward who has the ability to kick a miraculous goal

14 Tom Schneider

Former B&F winner. Midfielder who has great ball winning ability, smart and dangerous competitor

15 Liam Wale-Buxton

Super fit Ruckman who has had a brilliant year. Strong work horse who will provide a contest

17 Matt Willcocks

key position forward or back. Great contested mark and very agile.

19 Joel Perry

Big imposing player. Who has dominated Division 1 over a number of years. Strong contested mark.

21 Tyson Hyams

Vermont Junior strong utility can play anywhere on the ground, known for his hardness at the ball

22 Shane Davidson

Vermont Junior, had an outstanding year making interleague & state side. Quick

23 Cam Howat

Gun left footer plays in the midfield has elite running and kicking ability. VAFA B&F Winner

25 Sam Wadley

Quick tough wingman. Beautiful long kick, a player who can break lines

26 Jacob Castricum

Tall reliable defender who can also play in the ruck

27 Darcy Crocker

The Prince. Former Eastern Ranges captain who is tough as nails, great mark for his size

31 Andrew Pretto

A wingman who is an elite runner and mark.

33 Tim Johnson

Captain and played in the last 2009 Premiership team. Tough defender

36 Connor McCafferty Vermont Junior, quick rebounding defending who has an ultra consistent year

37 Andrew Ellis

Illusive smart and dangerous around goals.

38 Lachlan Carey

Former SANFL player. Tough rebounding defender, with silky foot skills.

41 Robbie McComb

Illusive midfielder who has great footy smarts, has the ability to break a game open.

46 Luke McComb

Tough, uncompromising midfielder great tackler and is always in and under packs

48 Charlie Young

Quick key defender. Very good reader of the footballl who loves to run.

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BALWYN PEN PICS Coach: Asst. Coach: Trainer: Runner: Team Manager:

Daniel Donati Paul Johnson Ann Wu Travis Dowsett Greg Rizio

‘Milly’ is set to play in his 5th straight Div 1 GF this week. Already a three time premiership player, you’ll see Milly creating and working hard at both ends of the ground. His experience on the biggest stage is vital to the teams success. #3 – Michael Osborne ‘Ossie’ is an AFL premiership player and brings with him a wealth of experience in big games at the highest level. In his first year at BFC, look for a big impact on Grand Final day. #4 – Jeff Gobbels A three time premiership star, Div 1 leading goal kicker in 2016 and this years Interleague Captain. There’s not much ‘Gobes’ hasn’t achieved in his 100+ games at the Tiges, so expect another blinder from the comps premier CHF. 5th straight GF appearance. #5 – Taylor Gilchrist A former Box Hill utility, ‘Tay’ is a two time premiership star with BFC and also doubles as little bro to skipper Rennie! Tay is a hard running mid/defender that gives his all to every single contest and is a proven GF player after he starred in the 2013 Premiership. #6 – Nathan Gordon ‘Nippa’ joined the Tiges this season fresh off the Richmond AFL list. He has had an immediate impact on the group becoming one of the competitions most dynamic and exciting players. He brings along his own cheer squad each week and they are sure to be in full voice on the biggest day of the year! #7 – Blake Broadhurst ‘Broady’ will saddle up for his 4th straight GF on Saturday. As far as experience in big games goes, no-one has played in more senior Finals over their career than this man. He’ll use all of his tricks this week as he tries to help the Tiges get over the line in yet another GF. #8 – Rod Crowe The General. ‘Crowey’ sets the scene in big games. Has done right throughout his career. A three time VFL premiership player, a three time EFL premiership player and an unbelievable contribution to the BFC. This will be Crowey’s 5th straight EFL Div 1 GF appearance – what an achievement by this backline star. #9 – Kris Pendlebury ‘Kritta’ hasn’t skipped a beat this season. Highly regarded as the competition’s best defender, Kritta takes on the best forwards week in and week out. A booming right fist, a penetrating right boot and an all-round superstar of local football. #11 – Jarrad Wright Another with a wealth of finals experience on the BFC list. ‘Wrighty’ is your ultimate team man. Does the jobs that others can’t. Ultra competitive, impossible to shift and an out and out defensive gun. 2 time premiership player looking to add a third. #12 – Renwick Watts Dual Premiership player who plays with all heart and soul on his sleeve. The ultimate competitor and teammate, you know he’ll be there when you need him most. Plays bigger than he is and highly respected by his peers. #13 – Cristian Sanfillipo ‘Crisso’ plays his 100th game in the GF and will play it like he has his other 99 - With everything he has. A Vice Captain, three time premiership player and one of the most popular amongst his peers, Crisso will be in everything. #14 – Tom Roach ‘The legend’ as he’s affectionately known, will be trying to add to his impressive CV of premierships across the VFL, WAFL and EFL. Leg speed to burn, gut running at its best, just get the ball to him and watch him go! #16 – Daniel Hughes ‘Hughesy’ is in his first year at the Tiges and has been an integral part of the most dangerous forward set-up in the comp. Courageous as any when it’s his turn to go, Hughesy is a workhorse. Doesn’t stop and is primed for the biggest day of the year. #17 – Rennie Gilchrist ‘Ren’ was this year crowned the ‘Captain of the Century’ at BFC’s gala evening, a fitting title for such an admired player. He will lead his troops into his 5th straight GF as Captain this week. The skipper is a three time premiership player and a two time Blue Ribbon medalist. Loves this stage. #20 – Liam Frazer ‘Fraz’ was given the honour of taking on the famous #20 jumper at BFC passed down by the great Allan Murray and he hasn’t disappointed. Fraz is already a two time premiership player and will add run, carry and hardness in the biggest game off the year. #21 – Shaun MacDonald ‘Shauny’ is one of a crop of impressive younger boys that have come through BFC’s under 19’s over the last few years. Shauny has played a couple of ripping finals so far and adds real pace and youthfulness to the BFC line-up. #23 – Marc O’Regan Is there a tougher and harder competitor in the EFL? For five years now, ‘Reags’ has endured contest after contest after contest. He will play his 100th game this week and has been one of BFC’s unheralded stars in its most successful era. #28 – Lachie Bain After being agonisingly close to Senior selection in last years Finals series, Bainy has been able to crack a spot in the senior side in 2016. A big improver, Bainy has been a crucial cog in the BFC armour with is relentless pressure and ball use. #29 – Jason Kennedy Tough, hard, uncompromising. ‘Kanga’ is contested ball nut. Fearless in his attack on the man and the ball, he is sure to be seen at the bottom of a few packs this week. A player you’d want to run out beside - you just know exactly what he’s going to give you. #30 – Jackson Weatherald 2016 Interleague Rep, 2016 State Rep and sure to be named again in the Div 1 team of the year, ‘Jacko’ is a ball magnet. Deadly left foot kick, huge workrate and has been an integral part of the success of BFC over the past three seasons. #36 – John Meesen Big ‘Soup’ announced himself in 2015 as the premier ruckman in the competition and has backed up that mantle in his second year at BFC. A tireless worker, Soupy gives his mids first use all day and is a massive presence all over the ground. #39 – Glen Chivers ‘Boomers’ ‘Bus’ ‘Chiv’! First year player at the club, big Chiv has played pivotal roles up forward, down back and in the ruck. Highly experienced player that is sure to have a big impact on the biggest day of all. #43 – Jayme Gottliebsen Another in the ‘three time’ premiership player bracket, ‘Gobby’ has become the senior player he was always going to be in 2016. Stronger, fitter and faster, Gobby has gone from strength to strength and will hope to add another flag to his record. #58 – Shaun Cross Mr Consistent, ‘Crossy’ has put together another blinder of a season. Yet to miss a single game since joining the Tiges in 2014, Crossy has won the past two B&F’s and is set to play another starring role in his third straight GF.

#1 – John Milhuisen

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Date: Saturday 17th, September 2

VERMONT Coach: Steve Cochrane Trainer: Caitlin Sevior Runner: Andrew Smith Team Manager: Neville Roulston Colours: Purple jumper with gold eagle emblem, purple shorts.

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27 24 19 28 22 26 28 26 26 23 20 24 23 31 23 21 23 31 28 20 25 19 24 27 23 25 28 20 20 18

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Age

Kyle Emley (VC) Corey Cassidy Ryan Phillips Adam Parker (VC) Jaydon Stiles Sam Anson Kirby McConnon Wade McConnon Jake Best Tom Schneider Liam Buxton Xavier Barry-Murphy Matt Willcocks Joel Perry Cal McConnon Tyson Hyams Shane Davidson Cam Howat Brad Neil Sam Wadley Jacob Castricum Darcy Crocker Andrew Pretto Tim Johnson (C) Connor McCafferty Andrew Ellis Lachlan Carey Robbie McComb Luke McComb Charlie Young

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UMPIRES Field: Dan Beard, Daniel Wild and Andrew Gillies Boundary: Brodie Eccles, Tristan Webb, William Caldwell and Pieter Van Pinxteren

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2.30pm Ground: Bayswater Oval

BALWYN Coach: Daniel Donati Asst. Coach: Paul Johnson Trainer: Ann Wu Runner: Travis Dowsett Team Manager: Greg Rizio

John Milhuisen Michael Osborne Jeff Gobbels Taylor Gilchrist Nathan Gordon Blake Broadhurst Rod Crowe Kris Pendlebury Jarrad Wright Renny Watts Cristian Sanfilippo Tom Roach Shane Tregear Daniel Hughes Rennie Gilchrist (C) Liam Frazer Shaun Macdonald Marc O’Regan J.J. Peni Lachie Bain Jason Kennedy Jackson Weatherald Matt Dalbosco Ken Thomas Lachlan O’Connell Jacob Pylka John Meesen Glenn Chivers Jayme Gottliebsen Matt North Matt Tempone Shaun Cross

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Goal: David Parker and Ashley Powney Emergency Goal: Ashley Price. Emergency Field: Samuel Ferguson.

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DIVISION 1 - CLUB NOTES VERMONT - We are honoured to have our Seniors and Under 19’s here on Grand Final day and thank the hundreds of people and sponsors who have supported the Club and the individual teams in so many ways. You are all a part of our effort. The biggest thanks of course goes to the players who have done such a wonderful job all year achieving a top of the ladder finish after the H&A season for all of our 1st Div. teams. Two wins today would be icing on the cake of a fantastic season. Commiserations to the players who have participated in Senior games this season, but were not selected or were injured today. Well done to all of the Coaches, particularly Steve Cochrane and John Brown, who have worked so hard to get their sides here. SOCIAL: - All Vermont Supporters are welcome back at the Clubrooms tonight. Tomorrow the Clubrooms will be open from 12 noon featuring entertainment from the one and only Jimmy Davidis. After that we have our usual post Grand Final Monday lunch at the Wantirna Hill Club and then we have two Presentation Nights at the Club: - The Under 19’s on Thursday 29th of September and the Seniors on Friday 30th. --- History is created by the deeds of today – go for it boys, it’s your time. The Eagles are supreme.

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BALWYN - So here we are. Grand Final day again – our fifth consecutive appearance on this special day. What a great record for Coach Dan Donati to take the Balwyn FC to the Grand Final in every year of his tenure. Now to finish off all of our work during the year and get the win today. Go Tigers! CONGRATULATIONS today to Cristian Sanfilippo and Marc O’Regan who will both play their 100th game for the club this afternoon. Both already triple premiership players, let’s hope there is another medal swinging from their necks by the end of the day! AFTERMATCH will be back at Balwyn Park in the Social Club – All Welcome. SUNDAY – Afternoon at the Social Club – includes vote count and announcement of Paul Johnson Medallist (the Players Player). MONDAY – Supporters drinks and lunch at The Harp Hotel, High Street, Kew, from 12.30pm AND THEN … SATURDAY 24 SEPTEMBER Best & Fairest Presentation Night at Balwyn Park, $80 per head for 3 course meal and drinks on arrival, cash bar during dinner. RSVP to Jo on 0412 172 183 or balwyn@efl.org.au

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divIsion 2 This Rd Total

Jeffrey Gobbels - Balwyn Leigh Williams - Norwood Jake Hammond - Blackburn Jake Tucker - South Croydon Daniel Cooper - Doncaster Nathan Gordon - Balwyn Shayne Allan - Noble Park Timothy Harper - Noble Park Thomas Hill - North Ringwood Jake Best - Vermont

2 * * * * 3 4 1 * 0

76 56 53 50 49 47 46 46 43 36

divIsion 3

Matthew Bain - Templestowe Kire Talevski - Templestowe Michael King - Chirnside Park Tate Hickleton - Upper FTG Trent Farmer - Ringwood Ashley Froud - Warrandyte Ryan Murray - Upper FTG Kieran Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Driscoll - Heathmont Kevin Clark - Heathmont Robert Savory - Heathmont Christopher Murphy - Silvan

This Rd Total

Dean Limbach - Doncaster East Wayne McInerney - Bayswater Daniel Beddome - Wantirna South Brendan Weinert - Croydon Thomas McGowan - Mulgrave Justin Ficorilli - Croydon Jack Callanan - Bayswater Christopher Hoegel - Mitcham Steven Pimm - Mitcham James Charge - Mooroolbark

* 4 1 * * * 4 * * *

58 58 52 50 45 42 40 37 35 35

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0 1 * 6 * * 1 * * * *

56 55 53 52 48 46 46 44 44 42 41

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Matthew Carnelley - Forest Hill * Matthew Petracca - FTG Eagles * Graeme Johns - Surrey Park * Jay Sherlock - Kilsyth * Adam Amin - Glen Waverley Hawks * Ryan Buttner - Glen Waverley Hawks * Nicholas Murphy - Donvale * Jake Rowe - Forest Hill * Matt Sutherland - Donvale * Joshua Hughes - Surrey Park * Bill Morrison - FTG Eagles *

113 75 64 62 60 59 54 49 43 43 41

Congratulations to Jeff Gobbels (Balwyn), Dean Limbach (Doncaster East), Michael King (Chirnside Park) and Matt Carnelley (Forest Hill) winners of the 2016 All Trophies Goal Kicking.

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BJS CHAMPION CLUB AWARD DIVISION 1 Vermont

DIVISION 2 92.5

Noble Park

Rowville

Norwood

Blackburn

Balwyn

54.5

DIVISION 3

DIVISION 4

Bayswater

Upper FTG

Mooroolbark

Templestowe

Boronia

Lilydale

Wantirna South

Croydon

Heathmont

99.5

65.5

Park Orchards

Scoresby

Doncaster

Doncaster East

Chirnside Park

Montrose

Mitcham

Ringwood

Sth Croydon

South Belgrave

East Ringwood

The Basin

Knox

Warrandyte

North Ringwood

Waverley Blues Mulgrave

40.5 38.5

East Burwood

Silvan

FTG Eagles

104.5

Forest Hill Donvale

81 74.5

Kilsyth

Surrey Park

Glen Waverley Hawks Whitehorse Pioneers

52 33

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Coldstream

Nunawading

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EFL UMPIRES EFL FIELD UMPIRES : Dan Beard: Dan umpired his first Div 1 grand final as a17 year old and then went to the VFL where he umpired 220 senior games before returning to the EFL. Since returning Dan has umpired the last 6 div 1 grand finals, today will bring up his 7th in a row. Andrew Gillies: Andrew has umpired over 150 games and umpired 2 grand finals, today sees him doing his first div 1 grand final, a consistent year has seen him being rewarded accordingly. Dan Wild: Dan has umpired 265 games and 5 grand finals, also doing his first div 1 grand final, an experienced hard working umpire who is being rewarded for his consistent year GOAL UMPIRES: ASHLEY POWNEY Ashley commenced his goal umpiring career in 2004 and has steadily worked his way to become a 1st division goalie for many years. His commitment, dedication, work effort and ability has been the reason why he has been appointed to the 1st division senior Grand Final for this season. This follows up his first Senior Grand Final appointment last year. Ashley is a quiet, unassuming person whose interests outside of umpiring evolve around chasing tornadoes in the United States. He will represent his peers to the highest degree. DAVID PARKER David commenced his umpiring career in 2001 and in that time has been a 1st division umpire for many years. He has umpired numerous finals and Grand Finals over his career and this will be his 3rd, Division I Senior Grand Final. David is highly respected amongst his peers and is an active participant as a member of the Leadership Goal Umpires group. Outside of umpiring, David’s interests are playing cricket for Noble Park ,is a passionate Hawthorn supporter and is on the EFLUA committee. David has thoroughly deserved this opportunity and together with Ashley, will be a strong goal umpiring team representing their fellow goal umpires. BOUNDARY UMPIRES: Tristan Webb: Boundary umpire of the year 2016. Tristan has captured off a stunning season, which has seen him officiate in every home and away game in 1st Division Seniors, and doubling up in the split round in Division 2. Tristan was nominated to attend the VFL as a Rookie boundary umpire throughout the season where he would attend several specialised training/-coaching sessions. His influence 28

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amongst his peers as a leader speaks loudly of the character of the individual. Tristan’s performance this season reflects the success of last year, where he was also a member of the awesome foursome who umpired the senior grand final between Balwyn V Norwood. Pieter Van Pinxteren: In his own admission, Pieter had discussed his disappointment in his own preparation leading into Pre season this year, having not done a great deal of running or strength/ conditioning in the gym. We set some realistic tasks and a few small goals in which Pieter needed to continue to work on through out the course of the season. It wasn’t until after the split round, when I saw the true potential. He was set up each week to run against his peers in many of the top of the table clashes that lead into the finals. His presence in these games, are a testament to his commitment to keep working to the final siren!! Brodie Eccles: Anyone who has had the pleasure to meet this young man, can not but be impressed by his courtesy, mannerism and professionalism to which he takes his umpiring. Always one of the first to make it to training, Brodie to some are without fault, except his coach. I had to address a certain issue to which had lead to many discussions, sometimes arguments about the importance of warm ups before throws training, which in the middle of winter and executing such a ballistic movement could lead to injury….. (Squad laughs). Brodie has had an interrupted season with a stress response of the foot from Rd5-9, and shortly after in Round 13 suffered a collapsed lung (diagnosed as a virus), he has worked his fitness and game back to be part of this year’s big dance!! William Caldwell: A senior statesmen of the boundary squad, William commenced his umpiring at EFL in 2010, and has combined goal umpiring with the Southern juniors on a Sunday for the same length of time. Anyone who knows Will knows his passion: all things umpiring/ footy and his beloved EPL team Manchester United. Will’s appointment to this years senior Grand Final, has been due to his determination to keep striving to achieve his goal. Doing everything asked of him, in his preparation during the week and on game day. William’s attention to detail and professionalism is a reflection of the success he wants for himself. This week’s Grand final will be William’s highest accolades, and will be jointly celebrated by his loving and caring mother Kim, who has not missed a single game in William Umpiring career.

CHANDLER MEDAL REVIEW detailing their achievements. Our leading Goal shooters were also presented their plaques; Emily Stewart, Kristy Wilson, Tarsha Collette, Stephanie Verhoef, Fiona Waack and Melissa Martinov. EFL Media Manager Dyson Baker and Radio Eastern Presenter Les Ferguson were on hand to present the Clinton Grybas Media Award. In honour of his passing each year the stand out media performer, as voted by his/her peers is awarded the Clinton Grybas Media Award. This season the award went to Ray Baird who as the elder statesman of the Media Team never shy’s away from any task. The SEN 1116 Teams of the Year for all four Divisions can be found on pages 33-37 of today’s Eastern Footballer. Ferntreee Gully’s Bill Morrison, Upper FTG Premiership Captain Tim Riseley, Bayswater’s Joel Galvin and Balwyn skipper Rennie Gilchrist were all named captains of their respective divisions. Turn to page 36 for ALL the winners from Monday night!

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Over 450 people packed Manningham Function Centre on Wednesday night for the Eastern Football Leagues biggest evening of the year. Highlights of the season were played for the crowd and the night had begun, EFL Media Manager Dyson Baker opened the night introducing the nights MC. Comedian Evan Hocking greeted the audience before handing over the Chairman of the Eastern Football League Graham Halbish who commended the tireless efforts over the 2016 season. The night kicked off with the league recognizing the efforts of the best Under 21’s in the competition – Noble Parks Ben Giobbi and Coldstream’s Darcy Carrigan named this seasons Leader Young Guns. Presenting the next lot of awards was simple, the All Trophies Goal kicking had clearly already been determined; Carnelley, King, Limbach and Gobbels sounds like a pretty solid forward line, and accordingly were all awarded their plaques

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AWARD WINNERS DIVISION ONE - RESERVES BEST & FAIREST - 2016 Jeconiah Peni - Balwyn

James Medal DIVISION FOUR – SENIORS: Bill Morrison – Ferntree Gully Edie Medal DIVISION THREE - SENIORS Matthew Mariani - Templestowe

Wright Medal DIVISION TWO - SENIORS Joel Galvin - Bayswater Chandler Medal DIVISION ONE - SENIORS Cameron Manuel – Rowville

DIVISION FOUR – EASTLINK UNDER 19’s BEST & FAIREST - 2016 James Rausa – Donvale DIVISION THREE - EASTLINK UNDER 19’s BEST & FAIREST - 2016 Patrick Bullock - Upper Ferntree Gully DIVISION TWO - EASTLINK UNDER 19’s BEST & FAIREST - 2016 Samuel Baker – Lilydale

Netball EFL BEST & FAIREST PREMIER DIVISION - 2016 Krista Tomlinson – Eastern Lions BEST & FAIREST DIVISION 1 - 2016 Naomi Linossier - Mitcham BEST & FAIREST DIVISION 2 - 2016 Zoe Cant - Norwood BEST & FAIREST DIVISION 3 - 2016 Samantha Mulraney – Waverley Blues BEST & FAIREST DIVISION 4 - 2016 Grace Dillon – Whitehorse Pioneers BEST & FAIREST DIVISION 5 - 2016 Bridget Kenny (Mulgrave) and Emily Hartill (Heathmont) DIVISION FOUR - RESERVES BEST & FAIREST - 2016 Jason Wade - Donvale DIVISION THREE - RESERVES BEST & FAIREST - 2016 Leigh Lawson – Upper Ferntree Gully DIVISION TWO - RESERVES BEST & FAIREST - 2016 James Munro - Lilydale

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BJS VETERANS BEST & FAIREST - 2016 Shaun Lorenzini - Eltham Trophy TROJAN YOUNG GUN- Division 1/2 2016 Ben Giobbi – Noble Park Trophy TROJAN YOUNG GUN- Division 3/4 2016 Darcy Carrigan - Coldstream Club Warehouse - Trainer of the Year Joanne Stevens - Croydon

Jeffrey Gobbels - Balwyn

Bill Morrison

DIVISION ONE - EASTLINK UNDER 19’s BEST & FAIREST - 2016 Joshua Mutsaers - Norwood

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Sports Trainers Wanted – Ferntree Gully Eagles Football Club

The Ferntree Gully Eagles Football Club requires sports trainers for the 2017 seasons. Successful applicants will assist the head trainer, helping to provide and assist with the treatment and services of players. Strapping/taping, first aid and managing injuries will be some of the jobs undertaken in the role. Trainers would work with the club for roughly 6-10 hours per week, on both training nights (Tuesday and Thursday) and match days (Saturday). A Level 1 Sports Trainers Certificate and a current Level 1 First Aid Certificate are required, as well as current CPR training. Successful applicants will be reimbursed with remuneration to be negotiated. Any inquires or applications, contact: John Evans, Secretary. ferntreegully@efl.org.au

WANDIN FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB

Affiliated with the AFL Yarra Ranges Invites applications for the following Football Coaching positions for season 2017

●Seniors ●Reserves ●Under 18's

We are looking for suitably qualified and experienced people who will focus on taking us to the next level and assisting our players to reach their full potential. Please forward Enquiries/Applications including details of experience & qualifications to: Kate Upton ‐ Wandin Football Netball Club ‐ email: wandinfnc@gmail.com Applications close 25th September 2016

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SEN TEAM OF THE YEAR 2016 DIVISION 1

COACH

CAPTAIN Rennie Gilchrist

TBA

(Balwyn)

BACKS Jackson Weatherald (Balwyn)

Stuart Hill (Norwood)

Matthew Aver (Norwood)

HALF BACKS Heath Scotland (Doncaster)

Kris Pendlebury (Balwyn)

Ben Giobbi (Noble Park)

CENTRES Chris Annakis (Doncaster)

Kyle Martin (Noble Park)

Shaun Cross (Balwyn)

HALF FORWARDS Rennie Gilchrist (Balwyn)

Jeff Gobbels (Balwyn)

Nathan Gordon (Balwyn)

FORWARDS Daniel Cooper (Doncaster)

Kirby McConnon (Vermont)

Leigh Williams (Norwood)

FOLLOWERS Vergim Faik (Noble Park)

Tom Schneider (Vermont)

Cam Manuel (Rowville)

INTERCHANGE Jake Hammond (Blackburn)

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Ryan Morrison (Noble Park)

Alex Frawley (Rowville)

Myles Sewell (South Croydon)

SEN TEAM OF THE YEAR 2016 DIVISION 2

COACH Paul McCormack

CAPTAIN Joel Galvin

(Bayswater)

BACKS Mitch Bonuda (Mooroolbark)

Trent Martin (Croydon)

Jess Moore (Bayswater)

HALF BACKS Shane Tennant (Doncaster East)

Michael Smith (Mooroolbark)

Andrew Teakel (Wantirna South)

CENTRES Anthony Van Rooyen (Bayswater)

Cam McLeod (Bayswater)

Dean Siakoulis (Mulgrave)

HALF FORWARDS Taylor Leggate (Wantirna South)

Jack Callanan (Bayswater)

Justin Ficorilli (Croydon)

FORWARDS Wayne McInerney (Bayswater)

Dean Limbach (Doncaster East)

Jake Whitling (Doncaster East)

FOLLOWERS Mark Paget (Doncaster East)

Joel Galvin (Bayswater)

Michael Steven (Doncaster East)

INTERCHANGE Nick Batsanis (Doncaster East)

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Beau Mitchener (Lilydale)

Andrew Preston (Lilydale)

Ben Searle (Bayswater)

Playing or Non Playing Senior Coach/ Reserves Coach

Croydon Football Club are seeking the services of an experienced Playing or Non Playing Coach and Reserves Coach for season 2017. We are looking for an experienced coach with proven on and off field leadership skills who can work closely with, and is keen to develop a young team list with proven finals potential. Croydon Football Club is a vibrant and financially sound local club with goals to progress to the next level in 2017. With all 3 senior teams playing in the recent Finals the solid foundations have been laid. If you are interested in progressing your Coaching career, you need look no further than the Eastern Suburbs at Croydon. Please contact Ray Thatcher via: Email at croydon@efl.org.au or phone 0402 480 806. Applications close Friday 30th September 2016.

Scoresby Football Club is seeking applications for the following coaching positions for the 2017 season. Senior Assistant, Reserves Assistant and Under 19s. Applications are also invited for the position of Football Director. All applications can be directed to the Secretary at scoresby@efl.org.au or by contacting the club Assistant Football Director Suzanne Anderson 0425 844 805.

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SEN TEAM OF THE YEAR 2016 DIVISION 3

COACH Chad Rogers

CAPTAIN Tim Riseley

(Upper FT Gully)

BACKS Andrew Godfrey (Upper FTG)

Dylan Sverns (Heathmont)

Lachlan Tindal (Chirnside Park)

HALF BACKS Jess Bolton (Boronia)

Daniel Jackson (Templestowe)

Nathan Cairns (Ringwood)

CENTRES Ben Stephens (Heathmont)

Brent English (Heathmont)

Michael Prosenak (Park Orchards)

HALF FORWARDS Michael King (Chirnside Park)

Robert Savory (Heathmont)

Tate Hickleton (Upper FTG)

FORWARDS Kire Talevski (Templestowe)

Ash Froud (Warrandyte)

Matthew Bain (Templestowe)

FOLLOWERS Ben Power (Ringwood)

Matthew Mariani (Templestowe)

Tim Riseley (Upper FTG)

INTERCHANGE Anthony Mariani (Templestowe)

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Kevin Clark (Heathmont)

Ryan Henderson (Boronia)

Mitch Brereton (Ringwood)

SEN TEAM OF THE YEAR 2016 COACH

DIVISION 4

Peter Farrell

CAPTAIN Bill Morrison

(Ferntree Gully)

BACKS Jesse Dunne (Glen W Hawks)

Jack Purcell (Donvale)

Jared Derkson (Ferntree Gully)

HALF BACKS Kieran Gray (Ferntree Gully)

Michael Paolini (Surrey Park)

Travis Browning (Kilsyth)

CENTRES Nicholas Pincott (Forest Hill)

Jye Goodman (Ferntree Gully)

Darcy Carrigan (Coldstream)

HALF FORWARDS Matthew Petracca (Ferntree Gully)

Bill Morrison (Ferntree Gully)

Justin Cuzzupi (Surrey Park)

FORWARDS Graeme Johns (Surrey Park)

Matthew Carnelley (Forest Hill)

Adam Amin (Glen W Hawks)

FOLLOWERS Sean Currey (Kilsyth)

Lucas Gibbons (Forest Hill)

Karl Toce (Donvale)

INTERCHANGE Michael McDougall (Whitehorse P)

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Jay Sherlock (Kilsyth)

Ryan Buttner (Glen W Hawks)

Jayden Murphy (Eastern Lions)

NETBALL GRAND FINAL RESULTS 2016 Bendigo Bank Netball EFL Premier

2016 Bendigo Bank Netball EFL Division 3

WANTIRNA SOUTH v. EASTERN LIONS YELLOW Round 3 - 26/08/2016

WAVERLEY BLUES v. FOREST HILL WHITE Round 3 - 26/08/2016

Eastern Lions Yellow 15, 27, 44, 54 Wantirna South 14, 22, 33, 50 GOALS - Eastern Lions Yellow: P. Stewart 42, J. Lingard 12 Wantirna South: S. Gee 36, L. Woodgate 14

Forest Hill White 8, 16, 18, 26 Waverley Blues 7, 15, 24, 30 GOALS - Waverley Blues: L. Young 17, S. Gregory 13 Forest Hill White: S. O’Connor 21, A. Jennings 5

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2016 Bendigo Bank Netball EFL Division 4

BORONIA GOLD v. MITCHAM BLACK Round 3 - 26/08/2016

UPPER FERNTREE GULLY RED v. WHITEHORSE Round 3 - 26/08/2016 Whitehorse 5, 12, 19, 24 Upper Ferntree Gully Red 6, 12, 18, 20 GOALS - Whitehorse: A. Russian 11, R. Brookes 10, G. Dillion 3 Upper Ferntree Gully Red: G. Patton 15, C. Jackson 5

Mitcham Black 11, 24, 33, 55 Boronia Gold 12, 21, 30, 47 GOALS - Mitcham Black: C. Witnish 28, H. Page 27 Boronia Gold: A. Gedge 30, K. Miller 17 2016 Bendigo Bank Netball EFL Division 2

2016 Bendigo Bank Netball EFL Division 5

MOOROOLBARK GREEN v. SCORESBY WHITE Round 3 - 26/08/2016

NORWOOD WHITE v. HEATHMONT YELLOW Round 3 - 26/08/2016 Heathmont Yellow 9, 15, 16, 21 Norwood White 6, 11, 17, 24 GOALS - Norwood White: C. Devincentiis 14, M. Johnson 10 Heathmont Yellow: S. Sheehy 13, S. Grace 5, H. Moors 3

Scoresby White 11, 21, 31, 42 Mooroolbark Green 10, 22, 29, 35 GOALS - Scoresby White: B. Williams 33, A. Green 9 Mooroolbark Green: J. Tossell 27, R. Gysberts 6, A. Dunford 2

PREMIER GOAL SHOOTERS Melissa Martinov Sharmini Philip Lauren woodgate Ellen Hurley Shae Gee Peri Stewart Jordan Lingard Amber Dunn-marler Megan Egbers Stephanie Gibbs

Boronia Hawks Boronia Hawks Wantirna South Croydon Wantirna South Eastern Lions Yellow Eastern Lions Yellow Blackburn Red Scoresby Black Croydon

443 309 306 267 249 234 201 187 167 164

DIVISION 1 GOAL SHOOTERS Fiona Abigail Kylie Faith Emma Ashleigh Paige Rhiannon Maddison Paige

Waack Gedge Miller Probst Whitbourne Saunders Tomlins Crompton Perry Stanley

Stephanie Belinda Jessica Caitlin Samantha Shannon Darcy Katherine Stacey Emily

Verhoef Williams Tossell Duke Murty Kleesh Krenn Bohn Van de Beek Barrie

Ringwood Red Boronia Gold Boronia Gold Mitcham Black Montrose Demons Mooroolbark Gold Park Orchards White Mulgrave Yellow Mulgrave Yellow Montrose Demons

359 303 277 215 200 192 186 178 152 150

DIVISION 2 GOAL SHOOTERS

Montrose Flames Scoresby White Mooroolbark Green Norwood Gold Lilydale Yellow Park Orchards Red Norwood Gold Blackburn Black Knox Black Montrose Flames

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Tarsha Paige Olivia Sarah Erin Madison Sarah Kylie Tracy Renee

Coldstream White Heathmont Blue Lilydale Blue Waverley Blues Glen Waverley Hawks Coldstream White Forest Hill White The Basin Red Chirnside Park Heathmont Blue

359 260 201 197 187 173 172 150 150 130

DIVISION 4 GOAL SHOOTERS Kristy Wilson Sarah Parsons Ashlea Leck Brydie Cox Natalie Armany Rachael Brookes Danielle Kool Amy Russian Rebecca Campbell Lauren Beaton

339 310 288 256 248 204 192 188 141 126

DIVISION 3 GOAL SHOOTERS Collette Lesiputty Nation Gregory Anderson Campbell O’Connor Baumgarten Cornish Christiansen

Upper Ferntree Gully Red Boronia Brown Norwood Purple South Croydon Forest Hill Green Whitehorse Forest Hill Green Whitehorse Ringwood Black Coldstream Blue

333 320 289 277 207 206 187 186 166 159

DIVISION 5 GOAL SHOOTERS Emily Nicole Emma-Lee Sarah Louise Elly Emma Lauren Melissa Catherine

Stewart Leyland Jakobs Grace Chapple Turcinovic Winsall Koehrer Johnson Devincentiis

Upper Ferntree Gully Blue Mulgrave Red Coldstream Black Heathmont Yellow Coldstream Black The Basin Green The Basin Green Park Orchards Black Norwood White Norwood White

198 177 170 160 128 127 121 100 98 94

2016 NETBALL EFL LADDERS 2016 Netball EFL - PREMIER TEAM Boronia Hawks Wantirna South Eastern Lions Yellow Croydon Scoresby Black Knox Red Blackburn Red

P 13 13 13 12 12 12 12

W 11 11 8 7 4 3 1

L 2 2 5 5 8 9 11

2016 Netball EFL - DIVISION 3

D B F A % PTS 0 1 752 497 151.31 44 0 1 713 554 128.70 44 0 1 728 595 122.35 32 0 2 661 550 120.18 28 0 2 519 543 95.58 16 0 2 467 645 72.40 12 0 2 416 745 55.84 4

% Won 84.62 84.62 61.54 58.33 33.33 25.00 8.33

TEAM Waverley Blues Forest Hill White Coldstream White Lilydale Blue The Basin Red Heathmont Blue GWHawks Chirnside Park

2016 Netball - EFL DIVISION 1 TEAM Mitcham Black Boronia Gold Ringwood Red Mont. Demons Mulgrave Yellow Mooroolbark Gold Norwood Black P.O. White

P 14 14 13 13 14 13 14 14

W 14 11 8 6 7 4 3 3

L 0 3 5 5 7 8 9 10

D 0 0 0 2 0 1 2 1

B 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0

FA 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0

FF 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 573 631 510 438 532 474 467 426

A 398 470 433 401 511 500 656 544

% 143.97 134.26 117.78 109.23 104.11 94.80 71.19 78.31

PTS 56 44 32 28 28 14 16 14

% Won 100.00 78.57 61.54 53.85 50.00 34.62 28.57 25.00

13 10 3 0 1 0 0 481 402 119.65 40

76.92

14 14 14 14 14 13 14 14

64.29 57.14 50.00 42.86 28.57 23.08 21.43 7.14

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5 6 7 8 10 10 11 13

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

568 534 564 442 389 321 337 303

427 434 459 469 535 460 448 607

133.02 123.04 122.88 94.24 72.71 69.78 75.22 49.92

L 2 4 5 7 7 8 10 13

D FA FF F A % PTS 0 0 1 466 343 135.86 48 0 0 0 404 314 128.66 40 0 0 0 544 474 114.77 36 0 0 0 432 381 113.39 28 0 0 0 439 400 109.75 28 0 0 0 435 427 101.87 24 0 2 0 338 512 66.02 12 0 0 0 317 524 60.50 4

% Won 85.71 71.43 64.29 50.00 50.00 42.86 28.57 7.14

TEAM Whitehorse Upper FTG Red Boronia Brown Forest Hill Green Norwood Purple Ringwood Black Coldstream Blue South Croydon

P 13 13 14 14 13 14 13 14

W 11 10 9 8 6 6 4 4

L 1 3 4 6 7 8 9 10

D 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

B FA FF F A % PTS 1 0 0 479 315 152.06 46 1 0 0 472 393 120.10 40 0 0 0 566 430 131.63 38 0 0 0 438 426 102.82 32 1 0 0 447 458 97.60 24 0 0 0 378 406 93.10 24 1 0 0 461 498 92.57 16 0 0 0 399 483 82.61 16

% Won 88.46 76.92 67.86 57.14 46.15 42.86 30.77 28.57

2016 Netball - EFL DIVISION 5

P W L D B FA FF F A % PTS % Won 14 12 2 0 0 0 1 536 475 112.84 48 85.71 9 8 7 6 4 3 3 1

W 12 10 9 7 7 6 4 1

2016 Netball - EFL DIVISION 4

2016 Netball - EFL DIVISION 2 TEAM Scoresby White Mooroolbark Green Norwood Gold Lilydale Yellow Montrose Flames Blackburn Black Park Orchards Red Ferntree Gully Blue Knox Black Eastern Lions Red

P 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14

36 32 28 24 16 12 12 4

TEAM Norwood White Heathmont Yellow Mulgrave Red FTGWhite Upper FTG Blue Coldstream Black The Basin Green Park Orchards Black

P 13 13 13 14 13 14 14

W 9 8 8 7 5 5 3

L 4 4 5 7 7 8 10

D 0 1 0 0 1 1 1

B 1 1 1 0 1 0 0

FA 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FF 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 340 430 338 354 360 394 311

A 269 333 297 381 384 454 465

% 126.39 129.13 113.80 92.91 93.75 86.78 66.88

14 2 12 0 0 1 0 266 441 60.32

PTS 36 34 32 28 22 22 14

% Won 69.23 65.38 61.54 50.00 42.31 39.29 25.00

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SENIORS ASSISTANT COACH (PLAYING or NON PLAYING) UNDER 19’S COACH

Blackburn Football Club is one of the largest community based clubs in Victoria. In 2016 Blackburn fielded four senior teams including two under 19s and twenty six junior sides (including 5 girls sides). In addition the club fields two netball teams in the EFL competition. Junior pathways are very strong with three Under 17 sides and two Under 19 sides providing numerous representatives at TAC level. The Development team (Reserves) and Under 19s have both been regular finalists and are again representing the Club in this year’s finals series. The Club has developed an innovative football program which will be fully integrated with the Juniors program in 2017. Applicants with all levels of experience will be considered. All application or expressions of interest will be treated in confidence and can be directed to the Club Secretary at blackburn@efl.org.au.

Further enquiries to President Matthew Breen (0434 252 960) or Football Operations Manager Mike Tuminello (0411 079 584). Closing date for applications 30th September 2016

In accordance with our Rules of Association, Montrose Football Club is now seeking applications for the following positions for our Senior EFL Division 1 teams for the 2017 Season:

Senior Coach - Playing or Non Playing Development Coach (Reserves) - Playing or Non Playing Assistant & Skills Coaches Expressions of interest can be directed by email to the Club Secretary at coach.montrosefc@gmail.com For further information call MFC Football Manager: Nick Tennant on M: 0449 523 288 Applicants will be required to complete a questionnaire as part of interview process.

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SENIOR LADDERS 2016 DIVISION 1 SENIORS TEAM Vermont Balwyn Rowville Noble Park Doncaster Norwood Blackburn Montrose South Croydon East Ringwood North Ringwood Knox

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 15 13 13 12 12 10 7 6 6 6 5 2

L 2 4 5 6 6 8 11 12 12 12 13 16

D 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FOR AGST 1817 1048 1958 1203 1671 1143 1600 1100 1678 1258 1307 1193 1331 1649 1280 1676 1327 1793 1013 1566 1144 1488 810 1819

DIVISION 2 SENIORS % 173.38 162.76 146.19 145.45 133.39 109.56 80.72 76.37 74.01 64.69 76.88 44.53

PTS 62 54 52 48 48 40 28 24 24 24 20 8

Round 3 - Saturday 10 September Balwyn 15.12-102 defeated Noble Park 9.16-70 Round 2 Vermont 7.10 (52) defeated Balwyn 7.7 (49) Noble Park 19.11 (125) defeated Rowville 8.6 (54) Round 1 Balwyn 10.11 (71) defeated Rowville 9.10 (64) Noble Park 15.14 (104) defeated Doncaster 13.10 (88)

TEAM Bayswater Mooroolbark Wantirna South Doncaster East Croydon Lilydale Mulgrave Waverley Blues Mitcham East Burwood

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 15 15 14 13 11 11 7 7 6 5 3 0

L 2 2 4 5 7 7 11 11 12 13 15 18

D 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 1499 1381 1446 1219 1206 1218 993 840 722 688 771 444

A 668 687 751 790 872 908 1005 1095 1237 1181 1258 1975

W 15 14 12 11 9 7 7 5 4 3 1

L 1 2 4 5 7 9 9 11 12 13 15

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FF 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

% 224.40 201.02 192.54 154.30 138.30 134.14 98.81 76.71 58.37 58.26 61.29 22.48

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FOR 1732 1436 1604 1543 1459 1350 1354 1259 1378 905

AGST 956 1291 1285 1417 1280 1233 1434 1453 1697 1974

% 181.17 111.23 124.82 108.89 113.98 109.49 94.42 86.65 81.20 45.85

PTS 56 52 44 44 40 36 32 28 24 4

% Won 77.78 72.22 61.11 61.11 55.56 50.00 44.44 38.89 33.33 5.56

PTS 62 62 56 52 44 44 28 28 24 20 12 0

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 16 15 13 11 8 8 7 5 5 1

L 2 3 4 7 9 10 11 13 13 17

D 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

F A 1578 706 1481 803 1388 834 1281 956 1013 931 894 1167 847 1078 854 1185 836 1371 597 1738

% 223.51 184.43 166.43 134.00 108.81 76.61 78.57 72.07 60.98 34.35

Pts 64 60 54 44 34 32 28 20 20 4

% Won 88.89 83.33 75.00 61.11 47.22 44.44 38.89 27.78 27.78 5.56

Round 3 - Saturday 10 September Bayswater 8.7-55 defeated Wantirna South 5.13-43 Round 2 Wantirna South 9.5 (59) defeated Mooroolbark 8.8 (56) Round 1 Bayswater 10.6 (66) defeated Wantirna South 6.6 (42) Mooroolbark 10.11 (71) defeated Lilydale 6.5 (41)

DIVISION 2 U19’s F 1526 1170 1120 1301 1047 962 743 574 846 591 443

A 385 525 680 685 783 1056 910 1377 1121 1354 1447

% 396.36 222.86 164.71 189.93 133.72 91.10 81.65 41.68 75.47 43.65 30.62

Round 3 - Saturday 10 September Noble Park 6.6-42 defeated Blackburn 4.5-29 Round 2 Vermont 5.11 (41) defeated Noble Park 5.1 (31) Blackburn 13.12 (90) defeated Norwood 2.4 (16) Round 1 Noble Park 8.10 (58) defeated Norwood 1.3 (9) Blackburn 10.10 (70) defeated Doncaster 5.10 (40)

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

DIVISION 2 RESERVES TEAM Bayswater Wantirna South Mooroolbark Lilydale Waverley Blues Mitcham Croydon Doncaster East Mulgrave East Burwood

DIVISION 1 U19’s P 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16

L 4 5 7 7 8 9 10 11 12 17

Round 2 Wantirna South 14.12 (96) defeated Mooroolbark 5.17 (47) Round 1 Bayswater 19.8 (122) defeated Mooroolbark 9.1 (55) Wantirna South 14.16 (100) defeated Doncaster East 5.9 (39)

Round 3 - Saturday 10 September Rowville 7.4-46 defeated Vermont 4.6-30 Round 2 Blackburn 7.13 (55) defeated Vermont 7.7 (49) Rowville 7.8 (50) defeated Montrose 4.6 (30) Round 1 Blackburn 13.11 (89) defeated Rowville 2.1 (13) Montrose 7.7 (49) defeated Norwood 7.4 (46)

TEAM Vermont Noble Park Norwood Blackburn Doncaster Montrose Rowville East Ringwood Knox South Croydon North Ringwood

W 14 13 11 11 10 9 8 7 6 1

Round 3 - Saturday 10 September Bayswater 21.16-142 defeated Wantirna South 5.5-35

DIVISION 1 RESERVES TEAM Vermont Blackburn Rowville Norwood Montrose Noble Park Balwyn Knox South Croydon East Ringwood Doncaster North Ringwood

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

Pts 60 56 48 44 36 28 28 20 16 12 4

TEAM Lilydale Croydon Wantirna South Mitcham Mooroolbark Mulgrave Waverley Blues

P W L D FF F A % 16 16 0 0 0 1667 492 338.82 16 12 4 0 0 1416 866 163.51 16 9 7 0 0 1179 1018 115.82 16 7 9 0 0 939 1116 84.14 16 5 11 0 0 687 1257 54.65 16 4 11 1 0 844 1111 75.97 16 2 13 1 0 568 1440 39.44 Round 3 - Saturday 10 September Lilydale 11.14-80 defeated Croydon 5.9-39

Round 2 Croydon 13.7 (85) defeated Wantirna South 7.8 (50) Round 1 Lilydale 8.9 (57) defeated Croydon 3.5 (23) Wantirna South 8.5 (53) defeated Mitcham 6.7 (43)

Pts 64 48 36 28 20 18 10

SENIOR LADDERS 2016 DIVISION 3 SENIORS TEAM Upper Ferntree Gully Templestowe Heathmont Boronia Ringwood Chirnside Park Scoresby The Basin Park Orchards Warrandyte South Belgrave Silvan

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 17 18 18 18

W 18 15 14 10 9 9 8 7 6 5 5 2

L 0 3 4 8 9 9 10 11 11 13 13 16

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FOR 1698 2043 1709 1528 1419 1344 1166 1400 1237 1169 1140 1048

DIVISION 4 SENIORS AGST 827 943 1102 1257 1372 1473 1383 1548 1375 1684 1852 2080

% 205.32 216.65 155.08 121.56 103.43 91.24 84.31 90.44 89.96 69.42 61.56 50.38

PTS 72 60 56 40 36 36 32 28 24 20 20 8

Round 4 - Sunday 11 September Upper Ferntree Gully 13.8-86 defeated Templestowe 6.10-46

TEAM Ferntree Gully Forest Hill Glen Waverley Hawks Donvale Kilsyth Surrey Park Whitehorse Pioneers Eastern Lions Coldstream Nunawading

W 15 15 14 13 13 9 9 7 6 5 2 0

L 3 3 4 5 5 9 9 11 12 13 16 18

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 1517 1567 1429 1316 1429 1036 968 1059 1061 955 737 265

% 237.40 234.58 183.21 190.72 179.07 107.92 90.89 102.22 99.72 83.99 51.29 8.65

Pts 60 60 56 52 52 36 36 28 24 20 8 0

TEAM Ferntree Gully Forest Hill Donvale Kilsyth Surrey Park Glen Waverley Hawks Whitehorse Pioneers Eastern Lions Coldstream Nunawading

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

L 1 3 4 5 6 10 11 15 16 17

D B F A 2 0 1527 730 1 0 1541 723 1 0 1452 722 0 0 1396 667 0 0 1456 836 0 0 1086 1255 0 0 955 978 0 0 779 1447 0 0 591 1716 0 0 471 2180

% 237.79 187.32 163.69 161.74 173.15 147.61 111.71 111.53 58.38 4.16

PTS 72 52 48 48 40 40 24 24 12 0

W 17 16 13 12 8 8 7 7 2 0

L 1 2 5 6 10 10 11 11 16 18

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 2605 2058 1447 1628 1115 852 1168 917 486 255

A 446 461 762 704 1163 1176 1236 1293 2301 2989

% 584.08 446.42 189.90 231.25 95.87 72.45 94.50 70.92 21.12 8.53

Pts 68 64 52 48 32 32 28 28 8 0

DIVISION 4 U19’s % 209.18 213.14 201.11 209.30 174.16 86.53 97.65 53.84 34.44 21.61

Round 4 - Sunday 11 September Park Orchards 13.11-89 defeated Upper Ferntree Gully 5.10-40 Upper Ferntree Gully 11.7 (73) defeated Heathmont 9.4 (58) Park Orchards 9.9 (63) defeated Upper Ferntree Gully 2.12 (24) Heathmont 9.15 (69) defeated Boronia 5.7 (37) Upper Ferntree Gully 11.15 (81) defeated Heathmont 5.3 (33) Boronia 8.7 (55) defeated Scoresby 7.7 (49)

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AGST 905 1136 1030 1171 1110 1109 1324 1370 1766 4733

Round 3 - 03/09/2016 Ferntree Gully 5.6 (36) defeated Forest Hill 1.10 (16)

DIVISION 3 U19’s W 15 14 13 13 12 8 7 3 2 1

FOR 2152 2128 1686 1894 1922 1637 1479 1528 1031 197

Round 2 Ferntree Gully 9.5 (59) defeated Kilsyth 8.9 (57) Round 1 Forest Hill 11.7 (73) defeated Ferntree Gully 6.6 (42) Kilsyth 12.10 (82) defeated Donvale 4.4 (28)

Upper Ferntree Gully 10.13 (73) defeated Boronia 7.4 (46) Templestowe 8.9 (57) defeaetd Upper Ferntree Gully 6.11 (47) Boronia 7.8 (50) defeated Ringwood 7.7 (49) Upper Ferntree Gully 6.7 (43) defeated Boronia 6.6 (42) Ringwood 6.11 (47) defeated Park Orchards 4.7 (31)

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

DIVISION 4 RESERVES A 639 668 780 690 798 960 1065 1036 1064 1137 1437 3065

Round 4 - Sunday 11 September Templestowe 11.2-68 defeated Upper Ferntree Gully 5.5-35

TEAM Park Orchards Upper Ferntree Gully Heathmont Boronia Scoresby Warrandyte South Belgrave Chirnside Park The Basin Templestowe

L 0 5 6 6 8 8 12 12 15 18

Round 3 - 03/09/2016 Ferntree Gully 11.11 (77) defeated Forest Hill 10.11 (71)

DIVISION 3 RESERVES P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

W 18 13 12 12 10 10 6 6 3 0

Round 2 Ferntree Gully 12.13 (85) defeated Donvale 4.13 (37) Round 1 Forest Hill 14.5 (89) defeated Ferntree Gully 11.7 (73) Donvale 17.13 (115) defeated Glen Waverley Hawks 6.9 (45)

Templestowe 10.15 (75) defeated Ringwood 10.11 (71) Upper Ferntree Gully 8.10 (58) defeated Templestowe 8.9 (57) Ringwood 10.9 (69) defeated Heathmont 4.12 (36) Templestowe 11.14 (80) defeated Heathmont 4.11 (35) Ringwood 6.11 (47) defeated Boronia 5.10 (40)

TEAM Templestowe Boronia Upper Ferntree Gully Ringwood Park Orchards Scoresby South Belgrave Chirnside Park The Basin Heathmont Warrandyte Silvan

P 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

Pts 64 58 54 52 48 32 28 12 8 4

TEAM Ferntree Gully Donvale Forest Hill Eagles Surrey Park Kilsyth Eastern Lions Blackburn Pioneers

P 16 15 15 15 15 16

W 14 13 10 8 5 2

L D 1 1 1 1 5 0 7 0 10 0 14 0

B 2 3 3 3 3 2

F 1534 1324 1227 1029 665 739

A 629 601 652 715 1369 1623

% Pts % Won 243.88 58 90.62 220.30 54 90.00 188.19 40 66.67 143.92 32 53.33 48.58 20 33.33 45.53 8 12.50

16 1 15 0

511 1440 35.49

Round 3 - 03/09/2016 Donvale 9.12 (66) defeated Ferntree Gully 9.4 (58) Round 2 Ferntree Gully 10.11 (71) defeated Forest Hill Eagles 7.7 (49) Round 1 Donvale 9.5 (59) defeated Ferntree Gully 4.8 (32) Forest Hill Eagles 8.10 (58) defeated Surrey Park 6.6 (42)

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COUGARS SEEK COACHES FOR SEASON 2017 Kilsyth Football Club, associated with Eastern Football League is seeking expressions of interest in the following coaching positions:  SENIORS  RESERVES  UNDER 19’S

Kilsyth Football Club is a strong community based club and coming off some success in 2015 with Seniors in a Grand Final and Reserves playing off in finals.

Applications may be sent to kilsyth@efl.org.au Enquiries to President Noel Polkinghorne on 0457 443 759 or Marko Ivanovic 0407 551 742

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SCOREBOARD 2016 DIVISION 1 – FINALS ROUND 3

DIVISION 3 – FINALS ROUND 4

1st Division Seniors - BALWYN v. NOBLE PARK 10/09/2016 Balwyn 3.2, 7.5, 9.9, 15.12 (102) Noble Park 2.7, 3.10, 8.12, 9.16 (70) GOALS – Balwyn: N. Gordon 3, R. Gilchrist 3, M. O’Regan 2, J. Gobbels 2, S. MacDonald 1, J. Kennedy 1, G. Chivers 1, K. Pendlebury 1, J. Weatherald 1 Noble Park: S. Allan 4, Z. Alwan 2, P. Wright 1, V. Faik 1, T. Harper 1 BEST – Balwyn: M. O’Regan, K. Pendlebury, R. Gilchrist, J. Meesen, L. Frazer, J. Wright Noble Park: L. Tobin, S. Monaghan, Z. Alwan, V. Faik, S. Corrigan, T. Robertson.

3rd Division Seniors - UPPER FERNTREE GULLY v. TEMPLESTOWE 11/09/2016 Upper Ferntree Gully 2.0, 6.1, 10.4, 13.8 (86) Templestowe 1.2, 2.4, 5.7, 6.10 (46) GOALS – Upper Ferntree Gully: T. Hickleton 6, J. Whiteman 2, B. Carroll 2, D. Grice 1, R. Murray 1, B. Ward 1 Templestowe: S. Harris 2, K. Talevski 1, A. Soriano 1, J. Malietzis 1, L. Murphy 1 BEST – Upper Ferntree Gully: J. Whiteman, T. Hickleton, A. Godfrey, R. Silver, D. Grice , J. Laughlin Templestowe: M. Nagel, J. Dicarla, M. Mariani, A. Prestigiacomo, J. Van Kerckhof, A. Wadsworth.

1st Division Reserves - VERMONT v. ROWVILLE 10/09/2016 Rowville 2.1, 5.3, 5.4, 7.4 (46) Vermont 0.0, 0.1, 2.3, 4.6 (30) GOALS – Rowville: R. Wood 2, J. Ellery 1, M. Seedsman 1, B. Bronsgeest 1, C. Burns 1, D. Ousley 1 Vermont: C. McConnon 1, L. Johnson 1, C. Bell 1, N. Johnson 1 BEST – Rowville: A. Bronsgeest, J. Hicks, C. Burns, J. Powell, D. Ousley, J. Ellery Vermont: L. Johnson, A. Ellis, N. Mendes, M. Barnard, N. Coghlan, M. Garvin.

3rd Division Reserves - TEMPLESTOWE v. UPPER FERNTREE GULLY 11/09/2016 Templestowe 1.0, 6.0, 8.0, 11.2 (68) Upper Ferntree Gully 1.3, 3.4, 4.4, 5.5 (35) GOALS – Templestowe: O. Lodge 6, D. Papanicolaou 3, S. Chilton 1, B. Riddle 1 Upper Ferntree Gully: L. Strachan 3, T. Willis 2 BEST – Templestowe: O. Lodge, J. Vanderwiel, S. Clark, T. Bunn, M. Soon, D. Papanicolaou Upper Ferntree Gully: L. Wakefield, J. Nelson, L. Leslie, J. Ward, J. Cutts, M. Fenelon.

1st Division Under 19s - NOBLE PARK v. BLACKBURN 10/09/2016 Noble Park 2.2, 3.3, 3.4, 6.6 (42) Blackburn 0.0, 1.1, 3.3, 4.5 (29) GOALS – Noble Park: B. Marson 3, C. Anagnostou 1, M. Maio 1, L. Haynes 1 Blackburn: L. Smith 2, J. Meyers 1, L. Tink 1 BEST – Noble Park: J. Marson, A. Zijai, O. Ashkar, B. Marson, C. Anagnostou, J. Pinto Blackburn: C. Patterson, M. Zema, R. Smith, J. Bellis, H. Davis.

3rd Division Under 19s - PARK ORCHARDS v. UPPER FERNTREE GULLY 11/09/2016 Park Orchards 2.4, 4.7, 9.9, 13.11 (89) Upper Ferntree Gully 2.0, 2.4, 3.4, 5.10 (40) GOALS – Park Orchards: C. Hickey 5, C. Farrell 2, J. Chappell 2, D. Kemp 1, D. Pascoe 1, J. Witnish 1, E. Smeed 1 Upper Ferntree Gully: T. Strange 1, L. Meagher 1, A. Catalano 1, P. Bullock 1, M. Graham 1 BEST – Park Orchards: C. Hickey, C. Farrell, J. Witnish, J. Chappell, E. Smeed, P. Harrington Upper Ferntree Gully: A. Mylanos, M. Graham, J. Saltum, J. Millen, J. Eyres, F. Dodds.

DIVISION 2 – FINALS ROUND 3 2nd Division Seniors - BAYSWATER v. WANTIRNA SOUTH 10/09/2016 Bayswater 6.5, 10.8, 16.13, 21.16 (142) Wantirna South 0.1, 1.1, 3.3, 5.5 (35) GOALS – Bayswater: J. Callanan 4, W. McInerney 4, J. Dight 3, B. Galvin 3, M. McGillivray-Smith 2, M. Cunningham 2, M. Jackson 1, A. Van Rooyen 1, B. Searle 1 Wantirna South: D. Cromb 1, T. Clingan 1, S. McIntyre 1, A. Teakel 1, D. Beddome 1 BEST – Bayswater: J. Galvin, A. Vandelaak, J. Callanan, S. McInerney, B. Searle, A. Hoare Wantirna South: B. Harkness, D. Cromb, B. Hutchinson, J. Denes, T. Cook, J. Birkett. 2nd Division Under 19s - LILYDALE v. CROYDON 10/09/2016 Lilydale 3.7, 5.9, 9.11, 11.14 (80) Croydon 0.0, 3.2, 3.7, 5.9 (39) GOALS – Lilydale: N. Del Biondo 3, S. Baker 2, J. Sciortino 1, H. Beckwith 1, P. Klep 1, R. McNay 1, T. Scopel 1, B. Klaas-Henry 1 Croydon: J. Prior 2, A. Thompson 1, A. Ficorilli 1, O. Adams 1 BEST – Lilydale: R. McNay, S. Baker, P. Klep, N. Del Biondo, C. Berntsen, H. Beckwith Croydon: A. Thompson, T. Maddern, T. Attard, J. Jones, D. Zinghini, H. Stevens. 2nd Division Reserves - BAYSWATER v. WANTIRNA SOUTH 10/09/2016 Bayswater 2.0, 4.1, 6.1, 8.7 (55) Wantirna South 2.2, 3.5, 4.10, 5.13 (43) GOALS – Bayswater: L. Moss 2, J. Gordon 2, K. Millar 1, R. Handley 1, C. Smith 1, K. Tandogac 1 Wantirna South: R. Papp 2, J. Graffen 1, S. Naylor 1, L. Greig 1 BEST – Bayswater: L. Pritchard, L. Moss, K. Millar, M. Thompson, M. Musa, Z. Dwyer Wantirna South: B. Cromb, B. Lynch, J. Stopinski, K. Brooks, P. Cahill, B. Hardham

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