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David Burnes looks back at the season finishing this weekend . . . ood afternoon to all followers of the VAFA in what will Qc}Imost likely be my last piece of writing as President of the VAFA. I take this opportunity to thank all the players, officials and supporters from all clubs for the support they have given me over the past five years . The network of friends that develops between followers of Amateur football never ceases to amaze me . The number of occasions where one comes across people who follow the VAFA is a source of constant surprise . Both in business as in social circles the VAFA network is indeed vast. My years as Chairman of the Executive and later as President have been made infinitely more enjoyable, and for that matter memorable, due to the wonderful support I have received from Phil Stevens, Sue Anderson and in the last few years from Brett Connell - and also in the short time from Angela Giles . Phil's team is extremely dedicated and whoever takes over from me will discover they have a wonderful back-up Administrative team . My only regret in leaving this position has been a failure during my term to breakdown the "them and us" attitude that permeates many clubs with regards to the Executive Committee . The Executive is made up of thirteen gentlemen, all of whom have long club backgrounds, who see the Executive as the next step in supporting the VAFA . The fact that they are elected to the VAFA does not immediately mean that they become anti the clubs - quite the contrary - each member in his own way is on the Executive to support the interests of all clubs . Moving to this weekend's games. On Saturday Old Brighton take on the rising star of the Association St . Kevins . In 1994 St . Kevins was playing in D section - in 1998 they will be playing in A section. My heartiest congratulations to all at St .Kevins for what they have achieved in such a short time . I hope that I am not "kiss of death" as I tip St. Kevins. Two great rivals meet on Sunday in what should be a last man standing affair. These two sided have never met in an A section Grand Final despite the fact that they have been in the VAFA in excess of seventy years . In 1980 they met in the B section final and the result was a two point win to the Old Xavs . They are clearly the top two sides, with their reserves playing in the early game also. For no other reason than the fact that I was once the President of Old Xaverians I tip them to win. I am sure that it will be a great game of football and a fitting finale to a wonderful season .

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1967 Carnival ~ Reunion a grea t success Last Sunday sixt y

guests enjoyed themselves over lunch as twenty members of the successful 1967 VAFA Carnival team were present to be honored by the VAFA. Seven members came fro m afar to be present - coach Frank Dunin (Perth), Spence Williams (Bundaberg), Laurie Prosser (Smythes Creek) Ian Wood (Ancona), Bill Sykes (Benalla),Gary Crouch (Bendigo) and Graeme McLean (Wahgunyah) . Captain John Fisher and player David Hughes both gave stirring reminisces of the trip to Launceston thirty years ago . Other players not mentioned above who were present included Geoff Carter, Ed Murphy, Phil Parkes, Julian Nance, Lionel Smith, Geoff Ward, David Williams and Chris Roach . Trainers Clarrie Thompson and Jack Dugdale completed the 1967 group . The team won all three games in 1967 including the closest call ever against Tasmania and a record winning margin against South Australia . An impressive list of eight players and coach f rom this team went on to play VFL (AFL) football - Frank Dunin (Richmond), Gary Crouch (Essendon), John Fisher (Hawthorn), Graeme McLean (St .Kilda), Ed Murphy (Richmond), Pat Patterson (Geelong), Rod Payne (Melbourne), Bill Sykes (Fitzroy) and Geoff Ward (St.Kilda). A great day was had by all . On behalf of the Executive, convenor Ian Munro is thanked for all his work and planning which made the day such a success .

The final word. . . . . Thanks to every person who has offered their support to me this season. Especially to David Burnes, who says he is finishing as President, I thank you for your friendship, wonderful leadership and willingness to always be there . To the best team in the VAFA - my administration team - Sue. Brett and Angela. supported by Cliff, Mavis, Nancy, Agate, supergroundsmen Michael and George, Michael Sneddon and his helpers, all at Cyan Press (Printers to the VAFA) for meeting all of the VAFA's demanding requirements and everyone who assists my team in any way large or small, thank you for contributing to make the VAFA such a well respected organisation . See you all next year - my tips for this weekend â&#x20AC;˘ St . Kevins and Old Xaverians .

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loomv Elsternwick Park provided a unique footgalling picture last Sunday a little after 4pm as the siren rang for three-quarter time . Most of the large crowd converged on the oval as the rain teemed down, creating two large circular huddles around each of the Scotch and Haileybury camps, umbrellas shielding players and supporters from the rain . With a spot in the grand final at stake, with thirty minutes left to play, there was an incredible intensity in those huddles - players keen to get back out and finish the game, spectators anxious for the wait to be over and next week's spot assured . The essence of September football. One interested spectator who didn't get wet was Nick Bourke - the Xaverians coach remained sheltered on the pavilion balcony where he contemplated the impact a tough hard slog in the wet would have on his side's opponent in today's premiership battle . And make no mistake the game was a tough hard slog as both the Cardinals and the Bloods showed a preparedness to do the hard things . Like Mark Seccull . The Bloods big man threw himself into everything last weekend, running hard and launching his large frame into an aerial contest . His efforts kept Haileybury's hopes alive for some time, but ultimately, he could only do so much . David Connell and Gary Phillips both tried gallantly in defence - in the second term, particularly, they frustrated the Cardinals efforts to score despite Scotch having all of the play . With Grigg running well out of defence and Justin Hosking and Andrew Smith making play in the middle . the Cardinals repeatedly kicked the ball long into the forward line where B . Phillips, Heath and Aujard were all forced to earn their goals on hard-working Bloods defenders . Phillips had the better of his duel with D. Seccull and when he kicked his third just before the half-time bell . Scotch were well-poised with a 21 point lead in greasy conditions . The start of the third quarter was like an arm wrestle as each side struggled for ascendancy . Heath made it 27 points just after play resumed but the indomitable Wes Byrns replied quickly to show the Bloods would not go lying down . Rohan Price then booted a long raking goal midway through the term and Scotch were looking good 25 points clear. Seccull got one back and moments later Andrew Walden sent the Haileybury faithful into a frenzy with a long goal on the run to bring the Bloods within 13 points . Just at that moment a shudder must have run through the collective spine of the Scotch personnel and their supporters - at the ensuing centre bounce 32 of the 36 players on the field were forward of the centre towards the Bloods goal - momentum - and anything I

seemed possible when ~ -~ they received a free kick to send the ball forward again . Bu t then Kraus was knocked in the head, Seccull hit the post and Steve Collins slotted one through from the boundary line to show that it was to be the Cardinals day after all . Scotch emerged triumphant and relatively unscathed but one wonders what toll Sunday's slog will have on the hard-running legs of the likes of Smith, Hosking an d Goldberg . Preview Hosking in the first half and Smith throughou t the game showed a return to good form against the Bloods while Goldberg had, by this year's standards, a quieter afternoon : all three will have to be right on the mark today if they are to have the better of Wood, Dann, Ford and co . Xavs get much of their drive from the midfield, particularly the tireless Wood, and of course the efforts of ruckman and Woodrow Medal Winner Michael Blood. Blood alreadv has one Jock Nelson medal for B .O .G . in the Grand Final ; he'd dearly love another today but its going to be tough going against Cardinals ruckman Tom Wilson . Wilson, like Blood, has had an excellent year and was again among the Cardinals best at the weekend, dropping back into space deep in his teams' defensive area, helping out the likes of Adam Nettleton and Jeremy Laird . The duo are going to need all the help they can get today as they battle Xavs dynamic double pronged attack in Matt Bourke and Dan Richardson. Either is capable of taking apart a side single-handedly : if they're both on song, look out Cardinals . Add to this combination the scoring potential of Tim Ockleshaw . John Bowen, Wood and Ford and Xavs look a good thing . Holmes, Brushfield, and Landrigan can stop the wind from getting through in the backline and rarely have a poor day : between them they will variously find themselves assigned to Phillips, Aujard and Heath . The trio provide Scotch with a variety of scoring options with either Goldberg or Hosking resting in the pocket to pick up crumbs and Xavs defenders could well have their work cut out for them if Scotch can find that extra polish and bring tne ball forward quickly. Ultimately, there is plenty of talent across the lines and from both teams, yet only one team can win . With both combatants playing out the Reserve grade premiership today, too, the loser of the main game may be consoled by a victory in the twos . But I think not . Nick Bourke and Xaverians to complete the fairytale that began midway through season 1996 . Old Xaverians by 31 points .

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SENIORS - 14 .9 .97 PRk11: . Y Fit :-1L OLD SCOTCH 4.3 8.7 11 .8 13.10 .88 OLD 11AILEBURY 3 .0 5.4 8.8 10.13 .73 Old Scotch Phillips 4. Heath 3 . Aularo 3. Grig Price . Collins. Best Snith. Steete. O'Bnan. Wilson, Land . Collins. Old Haiteyfiury Seccull 2. A. Walden 2 . Bvrns 2, Efstathiou . Kraus. Lay. Morey. Best Seccull . S. Walden. Warden . Connel, Morey. Phillips.

OLD XAVERIANS v . OLD SCOTCH ELSTERNWICK PARK - 2 .15 P.M .

FIELD: Mark Gibson Martin Jackson EMERGENCY UMPIRE: *Anthony Damen BOUNDARY: Shaun Hennig Jon Stevenso n GOAL: Michael Lentini Dominic Napol i

RESERVES - 14 .9.97 PRELIMINARY FINAL COLLEGIANS 1 .1 5 .1 7.2 9 .6.60 3 .1 4 .4 8.6 13.10.88 OLD XAVERIANS Collegians Cooper 2. O'Donnell 2. Palmer. Schober . Jones . Van Der Venne . Proctor. Best Humphry. Jones . Pollack. Johnston . Harding. Procter. Old Xaveztan.4 Ellis 3. Barrett 2. Hardman 2 . Perrv. Stean. Keyhoe . Clarke. Stoney . Freer. Best Tucker. Stean . Clarke, Sechte . Freer, Woodruff.

RESERVES SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 21s t OLD SCOTCH v . OLD XAVERIANS ELSTERNWICK PARK - 11 .15 A .M . FIELD: Albie Firley Ben Schmid t

BOUNDARY.• Daniel Ischia Matthew Meier GOAL : *Anthony Simpson Shannon Ryan *Emergency goal umpire for senior game .

Phil Stevens or Brett Connell chat to John Kelly during his program "As the Mood Takes Me " SENIORS NAME CLUB LAST WK TOTAL RICHARDSON OLD XAVERIANS 76 BOURKE OLD XAVERIANS 60 A/dARNESMITH COLLEGIANS 59 BOYD OLD PARADIANS 52

RESERVES MCDONNELL OLD SCOTCH HALL DE LA SALLE DIXON OLD MELBURNIANS *indicates goals kicked during finals

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Gn a perfect day for football MHSOB and SKOBS journeyed to Sandringham for the all importan t preliminary final encounter with pre-season plans fo r both clubs in the balance . This appeared to be a very even match up with both camps declaring most definitely their confidence of living to fight another day, that day of course being today against Old Brighton in the all important Grand Final. St Kevin's came out on top last week by 29 points after the lead see-sawed for three and a half quarters before St Kevin's, despite some inaccurate kicking drew clear. Of course a day of absolute tragedy for all involved at Melbourne High after much work commenced in September 1996 with the objective of firstly promotion, and secondly a flag in September. 1997 . The Hart Foundation certainly gave the impression of delirious celebrating after last weeks effort, but coach Tim Hart has everything back on track to ensure that SKOBS stay on course to ensure the ultimate goal is achieved . REVIEW As expected the preliminary final started at a

frantic pace with Melbourne High having more use of the ball against a slight breeze . The tagging of Marcus Dollman by Howard and with Fairchild and Grimmer checking Ryan and Gross closely, goals were not easy to come by . Several bruising clashes were a feature of this quarter as both sides tried to gain ascendancy at the centre bounces where MHSOB's McIntyre was working hard on Olive with both ruckmen giving the impression that heavy body contact was to be the order of the day . The second quarter was again tight with Dan Woodley earning every possession and a few goals against the determined 'Roo Boy' Marusic. whilst Kennedy and Farquharson manned up the dangerous Pertzel and Albergo . The loss of McIntyre during this quarter appeared a big glow for MHSOB but Webster took on the SKOBS tall timber in a lion hearted effort until the unexpected return of McIntyre after half time . The combatants returned to the battlefield, each with the intention of taking control during the 'premiership' quarter. Such was not the case as both sides went goal for goal with barely a kick in it at the last change . During this quarter Andrew Hart and Andrew McGuinness clashed heads causing the SKOB camp into changes that unsettled things as MHSOB through McCully, Johns, Cassel and Skinner tried to send their side into overdrive to gain a break before the last change . An early goal to MHSOB sent its supporters into a frenzy but SKOBS through Keighran and Bossong took, charge to drive the ball fonvard on numerous occasions and finally score enough majors to ensure 4

victory. 'Bomber' Burden led the way in this quarter with numerous posses- sions whilst bouncing Ben Do llman was on tor across half forward to provide another avenue to goal . Tilling across half back was working overtime tc stem the tide but when 'Buckets' Ryan goaled fro, the boundary line, SKOBS were home and into A Section for 1998. PREVIEW The weeks rest should be a big advantage for Ol d

Bri ghton today, but the SKOBS with two final, appearances to date have the kilometres in their legs and will be almost at home on the big ground after numerous Elsternwick Park successes over the past two seasons . On paper there appears little between the two sides with Old Brighton's confidence being buoyed by two rather emphatic victories over the SKOBS during the season . I believe one of these t wside lwinhadsomelytda nexpcth e SKOBS to compete the journey in style and salute by 29 points . RESERVES Last weeks performance by Old Brighton, with a

blend of youth and experience, was superb . With a full list to choose from again, Old Brighton will be a very tough opponent for Ormond who will need to man up several of the Old Brighton ruck rovers and centre line players . Ruck duels between McDonald and Wolf will also be interesting but I expect Old Brighton to win the flag here by 17 points and give Barnesy reason for celebration , CONGRATULATIONS To Brett "Bomber" Burden on his achievements

as a person and as a truly great amateur footballer. Bomber "old" son . I hope you and your princesses enjoy your day today . Keep punching. FINALE Thanks to all the club correspondents and to the staff at VAFA headquarters for ensuring the B Section reports have some readable content and meet the Tuesday deadline . I have enjoyed my two years as a scribe and now put the feather in the ink well for the last time with the hope that an aspiring "young" journo comes forth to raise the standard in 1998 . ~

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GRAND FINAL SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 20th SENIORS OLD BRIGHTON v. ST. KEVINS ELSTERNWICK PARK - 2 .15 P.M . FIELD: Wayne Hinton Steve McCarthy EMERGENCY UMPIRE : *Geoff Pritchard BOUNDARY.â&#x20AC;˘ Rohan Kemp Robert Mutto n GOAL: Kevin Segota Bernie Hoare RESERVES SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 20th

SENIORS - 13 .9.97 PRELIMINARY FINAL hB1SOB 2 .3 7.8 9.9 10.10.72 ST. KEVINS 3 .4 7.10 9.14 13.21.99 MHSOB . lireodlev 4 . Glover 2. R7erifield 2. Pertzel 2 . Best Pertzel. Skinner, Cassell . wooaley. Houard. Tinmg. St. Kevins Ryan 7, Gross 3. Keigtuan. I7rAlrnan. Bavles. Best Bossong. Keighran. FarquarSOn . Kennedy. Ryan . Douman.

RESERVES - 13 .9.97 PRELIMINARY FINAL ST. KEVINS 1 .0 3 .2 6 .4 6.6 .42 OLD BRIGHTON 4 .2 7 .9 11 .14 13.21 .99 St . Resins McCann 3. Varasdi. Rizio. Kuring. Best Varasdi . Lynch, McCann. rxman. Game. Sheehv. Old Brighton Barber 3 . Bicker 2 . Grant 2. McNamara Fischer, Douglas . RaJu, Carter. B-t Barber. BickeL Patterson . McMahon, Raht. WE

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ELSTERNWICK PARK - 11 .15 A.M . FIELD : Phil Callil Tim Ovadia BOUNDARY.- Michael Allen Gerry Armstrong GOAL : *Ross Richards Malcolm Ven n *Emergency goal umpire for senior game .

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SENIORS CLUB LAST WK TOTAL OLD IVANHOE 78 MHSOB 74 OLD BRIGHTON 70 THERRY PENOLA 66

RESERVES BROWN ORMOND 60 MCGRATH MHSOB 51 GRANT OLD BRIGHTON 46 *indicates goals kicked during finals

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C SECTION by Russell Goul d REVIEW

which was enough to send themselves and all involved at Marcellin into celebratio n

SENIOR GRAND FINAL: NORTH OLD BOYS VERSUS MARCELLI N

the victors go the spoils, after this years 'C' Section Grand Final, Marcellin Old Collegian s football club will enjoy all that comes with winning a flag . In a result that would have surprised many football watchers . Marcellin were able to overpower the more fancied North Old Boys . who after a week off were not able to go with the Eagles as they surged ahead in the second term . To the game, and it was the Eagles, through Caffry who posted the first major, but the NOB's then countered and the two sides too'ed and fro'ed until the quarter time siren . North up by 3 points . The second term though saw Marcellin power away, helping to set up victory . With Cronin shutting down . Boyle in defence, Caffry kicking big goals, and Tregan owan chiming in with a couple, the Eagles piled on 7 goals to North's 2, to take a 34 point lead, and all the game's momentum into half time. Big O'Flynn was also getting plenty of ball for the Eagles and his big kicks into the forward line helped set up many of the Eagles goals . After half time North tried valiantly to get back into the game . In the third term they were persistent and dogged, forcing the ball forward as often as they could, trying to break through a Marcellin defence that was able to stand up to the challenge . North did outscore Marcellin . but only by 3 goals to 2 . and the Eagles also managed 5 behinds, their control of the game still evident. And at the final stages, it was still Marcellin by 31 points . In a Grand Final you rarely feel like giving up hope . It is the last game for the year, and your performance will always be remembered for what it was . So there was to be no giving up from North in the final term . They had been chasing tails all day but managed to add another 4 goals to their tally, a reward players like Smith, Tonkin, Manassa and Forbes . players who. along with most of the team, had had a fantastic year of football. only to fall one game short of the ultimate prize . But today was Marcellin's day . They continued to control the game into the last quarter and had another 10 scoring shots . 3 goals and 7 behinds the result .

mode, Premiers in 1997 to the tune of 30 points .

Congratulations to Marcellin, and in particular thei captain Dave Waters and Coach Tony Paatsch . Botl have made this year a great one for Marcellin, and afte . a couple of years of finals defeats, they deserve thet chance to mix it with the boys just upstairs . Good lucl to all in 'B' Section next year.

And to Frank Dunnell and his club captain Pau O'Farrell, commiserations for the day, but well done fo: a great season . All involved will be keen to get back tc 'B' grade, their stay with us a short one, but an enter taining one . Good luck for next year. RESERVES GRAND FINAL: ST BEDES MENTONE TIGERS V. NORTH OLD BOY; Two weeks ago these two teams met in the semi final at Sandringham where North inflicted th i

Tigers first defeat for the year. So North would hav( been quietly confident going into the match, only tc have that confidence shattered by an inspired perfor mance from the Tigers . The Tigers took the reins fron the outset, and were never going to let them go . It wa: a close game in the first half though, and all spectator: were being treated to a highly skilled, fast paced gain( of football . But in the third term the Tigers broke clear and got out to a 4 and a half goal lead after kicking thf first two majors of the last quarter. But like their senioi teammates, these NOB's were not going to go away qui etly. They put together a small comeback and got tc within 16 points, before the Tigers put the finishini touches on a performance that brought large smiles tc the faces of Tigers coach Brad Berry and skipper Marl Lomagno. Congratulations to both . For the Tigers, al performed beautifully, but outstanding performance : came from, Bracchi, Furlong, Connolly an d Kinsella. For the defeated NOB's, a day that promised sc much was not to be, and to their team and in particu lar Booth and Maguire . their teams best. commisera tions . Sc to North Old Boys an d St: Bedes Menton( Tigers. congratulations on your premiership winninâ&#x201A;Ź performances, and to all other 'C' Section teams, weI done on a great year of football, and I just hope to se( plenty of the same come season '98 .

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SENIORS - 13.9.97 GRAND FINAL SI: NIORS NAME CLUB LAST WK TOTAL `MACGEORGE ST BEDES MENTONE 105 ACREIviAN OLD MENTONIANS 93 `TREGANOWAN MARCELLIN 5 76 VAUGHAN ST . LEOS EMMAUS 7 0 RESERVES GOODCHILD ST BEDES MENTONE "ROBINSON NORTH OLD BOYS CONNOLLY ST BEDES MENTONE *indicates goals kicked during fmals

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NORTH OLD BOYS 3.4 5.5 8.7 12.9 .81 MARCELLIN 3.1 10.9 12 .14 15.21 .111 North Old Boys Boyle 4. Lyons 2, Spurllng. Barker, Manassa Smith. Walsh, Divine. Best Boyle . Smith . Tonkn. Forbes . Curry, Mannasss. Marcellin Tregga 5. Karaaasalis 4 . Cathy 3. Rrae. Dinneen, Day. Best O'Fi_vrui. Cox. Slattery, Catfrv•. Dinneen, Rove .

RESERVES - 13 .9.97

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ST. BEDES ME-r. TtG . 4 .0 4 .2 8.2 11 .3.69 NORTH OLD BOYS 1 .2 3.3 4.3 6.7.43 St Bedes Mmt Tig Diggms 3. Corderoy 3. Ross 2, Napier. MiCsud. Kearney . Best Connolly . Earle, B. Beasley. Corderoy. Steaart.l7cktnson. North Old Boys Dhtgins 3 . Corderoy 3, Ross 2. Napier. AtLsfud. Kearney. Bed Steu•art . Toniluican. Connelly, Furlong, C~deroy. Earle.

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D Ti by Peter Kelly David Coo k Tn absolutely perfect conditions a large crow surrounded the Parkdale Oval in anticipation of a Grand Final that was to be a fitting climax to D Section for 1997 . With the gates closed to all but foot traffic prior to the start of the senior game and an air of quiet expectation amongst supporters from each club the scene was set for a do or die battle . Old Geelong had easily won the reserve Grand Final over Parkside . The coaches began the build up using the time between matches to remind players there was no next week. Officials from both clubs were nervous, trying to find some task to take their mind from the game . The players appeared to be the most relaxed of all present focusing on the game ahead of them .

The first quarter saw Old Geelong open with their usual level of skill but failed to capitalise up forward, a problem that would be telling in the end result . With both backlines seemingly on top OGS failed to set up scoring opportunities limiting the success of their forward thrusts . Beaumaris on the other hand stayed in touch by making the most of every trip forward. At quarter time OGS lead by 5 points and seemed to have a slight advantage in the air and across the centre . The second quarter saw OGS control the first seven minutes attacking continually but being repelled by a very determined Sharks backline . The Sharks centre line then took control pushing up from defence and running into their forward line to create opportunities . Reidy started to get on top in the ruck duels around the ground bringing smaller men into the game. It was man on man pressure football with neither side giving or allowed to create on open running game. Salisbury was tagged to try and keep him in check, which opened the door for Hanrahan who would end the day with 6 goals . As the siren sounded Beaumaris led by 9 points with a shot to be taken on a 45 degree angle about 30 metres out. The resultant goal saw them 15 points up at the long break. Both coaches spent most of the break refocussing their players on the all important third quarter. When the game restarted it was a committed Sharks line up that took control winning in most key positions . It was OGS now playing catch up football that just doesn't suit their game plan . Sherman went down in a heaw knock and was taken from the ground but Beauy continued to drive forward and at three quarter time had opened up a lead of 29 points. It appeared to be over to all supporters . even the strongest OGS supporters had lost a little voice . The Sharks opened the last quarter extending their lead but OGS dug deep and started to claw their way back into the game . Kicking 4 unanswered goals the Sharks runner worked overtime getting every last effort from the players in Blue and Gold . OGS closed 8 '

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to be within 7 points (although the scoreboarc showed 6) and the crowd were alive. The encourage ment to players from both clubs was loud and stron~ and it was pressure football . OGS attacked and we rgoinfwadthucerlfowadhn ~ costly fumble turned possession over . Again OG ; attacked down the grandstand side with a chance tc handball inboard and an open goal from close to thf boundary line. Another costly fumble saw the ball gc out and the resultant throw in with the Shark ; rebounding into attack. Beaumaris steadied taking ~ little longer to kick and wind the clock down . Ar opening saw the Sharks goal after a behind wa : kicked and to enjoy a win by 14 points . Reidy woulc have been best a field as he rucked all day tirelessl` in a lion hearted effort that saw him bring the run ning Sharks brigade into the game . Hanrahan with E was a close second . Well done Brett Marchant anc the match committee . Brett before the game wa : reflecting on his hard decision in who to leave out o. the team. The players that took the field did them selves proud and the club enjoyed the celebration ; well into Sunday. Beaumaris are also to be congratu lated on their show of camaraderie when after tgamefourplayesrcivedmalionsftermisn â&#x201A;Ź selection in lieu of the Executive committee members RESERVES In the early game Old Geelong set the scene b 3

scoring two quick goals but Parkside managed tc stay in touch and after a fairly even opening OGS lec by 6 points at quarter time . Ronchi (OGS) took thf mark of the match on the wing late in this quartei directly in front of the change rooms . The seconc quarter saw OGS slowly take control winning well ir the air and adopting a more disciplined approach tc lead by 15 points at half time . The highlight of tsecondquartewsheforts bohruckme r McCa ll from Parkside an d Walker from OGS in com plete control in the respective back halves . OGS capa bly led by Furphy ( Capt.) and Bones (Coach) tool complete control in the third to extend the lead by 2E points. The last quarter was all OGS as they ran ou comfortable winners to take the D Reserve premier . ship and soften the blow slightly in the club celebra . tions later that night .

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SENIORS - 13.9 .97 GRAND k 1 .` ;AL SENIORS LAST WK TOTAL NAME CLUB 'HOWELLS OLD GEELONG 3 96 'ROBINSON WHITEFRIARS 64 CINCOTTA SALESIAN 60 INKSTER OLD CAMBERWELL 5 8 RESERVES 'DUNBABIN PARKSIDE 1 40 P .0'BRIEN WHITEFRIARS 29 FULTON WHITEFRIARS 26 *indicates goals kicked during finals

OLD GEELONG 4.3 6.4 9.5 13 .10.88 BEAUhiAR[S 3.4 7.13 12.18 14 .18.102 Old Geelong Hovels 3. Neeld 3. Mlssen 2. Vickers-Willis . Cook. Edmonds. Sthichcomhe. Farrer. Best Edmonds. Saher . Darev. Neeld. Hawells. Missen . Beaumer3s Hazuahan 6 . Mills 2 . ORelly 2. Wadharn 2 . Nicholson . Sa1L<bury. Best HaIvahan. Reidv.liadham. Johnson. Pitts . Thwnas.

RESERVES - 13.9 .97 GRAND FINAL OLD GEELONG 3.3 5.5 8 .6 15.9.99 PARF[SIDE 2.2 3.2 4 .4 5.5.35 . Oliver. Furphy . Ritossa Old Geelong Kemp 5 . Hermarm 3. R.OIIphant 2 . LL3scas McInnes. Best D. Walker, Dugdale. Llasew . Hermann. Harrington. Furphy. Parkside MiCsud 2 . Dunbabin. Regnato. Warren. Best McCall. Sherlock. Patten. 1}wn . Reginato. Massey

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11 .15 a .m . B SECTION RESERVES

11 .15 a.m. A Section Rese rves

Grand Final

ORMOND V. OLD BRIGHTON 1 .45 p .m .

Presentation Ceremony (J .F .X. Dillon Cup - J . Dillon, P . Stevens )

Grand Final

OLD SCOTCH V.

OLD VE 1 .45 p.m.

Presentation Ceremony

(N .C . Rundle Cup - N . Rundle, P . Stevens )

2 .05 p .m .

Teams enter aren a

2 .05 p .m .

Teams enter aren a

2 .10 p .m.

Teams line-up for

2 .10 p .m .

Teams line-up for

National Anthem

2.15 p.m. B SECTION GRAND FINAL

National Anthe m

2.15 p.m. A SECTION GRAND FINAL

OLD BRIGHTON

OLD XAVERIANS

ST KEVINS

OLD SCOTCH

4 .45 p .m .

Presentation Ceremony

4 .45 p .m . Presentation of Sherrin and

(D . Burnes . P. Stevens )

Adamson Cups, medallions to players

B section cup, individual medals to

and coach of winning team and

winning team players and umpires

umpires . Presentation of 'Jock' Nelson Medal to player judged best on the ground .

~r A special celebrity will toss the coin (on the ground) with the captains before each senior section grand final . 90

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The above photograph appeared in the Herald-Sun the day before our representative team played the VCFL at Elsternwick Park in July . Interestingly four of the six players pictured will be competing in this Sunday's P. section Grand Final.

The picture showed all the players in the team who had fathers who played VFL/AFL football . From the front is Simon Wood (Old Xavs - son of ex Nth Melb. player Maurie who is not pictured) ; to the right of Simon is Dan Richardson (Old Xavs): then Dan's father Barry Richardson ( ex-Richmond) ; Rohan Price (Old Scotch) : Barry Price (Collingwood) : Mike Blood (ex Hawthorn) . To Mike's left is this year's A section best and fairest medal winner, son Michael Blood from Old Xaverians . To Michael's left is St .Kilda Brownlow Medallist Neil Robe rts who is behind his son Toby (Old Melburnians) . Completing the picture is Carlton coach David Parkin who is behind his son Anthony who plays for Collegians .

CLUB WAREHOUSE Sports & Medica l Supplies

U19 SECTION by Brett Connel l

Blues, Lions, Tigers and OT's rule REVIEW - GRAND FINALS SECTION 1

0 nee again fine weather greeted us and it was Uni . Blues who took full advantage of the conditions, in their match against Old Paradians last week. Opening strongly the Blues led well at quarter time and with Coleman and Callery doing well up forward looked ominous . On the other hand the OP's were struggling up forward with Ciavola, Harris and Vecchio struggling to shake off close checking opponents . At half time the Blues held a solid (3) goal break with the game very much in the balance with the OP's Talarico, Warren an d Gre en prominent . However much like the majority of the year the Blues' second half was terrific, they added (6) goals to (3) to take the 1997 Section 1 pennant . Fricker was dominant on ball, while Hocking and Johnson were fine (4) quarter contributors, and with Jackson on fire up forward with (5) the Blues ran on well . For the OP's Galvin, Villanti and Porteous battled hard all day but to no avail . SECTION 2 Old Scotch had battled their way through to meet Collegians from the first-semi final and some thought that three matches in as many weeks would be a tough ask for the Scotchies, however their opening burst shocked the Lions from the beginning . The match began at a furious pace and the taller Scotchies team used the ball well to add (4) goals to the Lions' (1) . Crow was dominating the ruck and around the ground providing Love, Gross and Prendergast with plenty of opportunities . The Lions hit back well in the second term with Gromotka on target up forward and Hosking and Elg beginning to exert their influence . Flore ntine was also looking dangerous despite close attention from his Old Scotch opponent, and at half time the match had swung back in favour of the Lions . The third quarter proved to be the best quarter of football for the day with both teams attacking the ball and their goals with monotonous regularity . The Lion's Johnson, Bri tten an d Champion were standout players during this time, while Hawkins an d Chapman were dangerous Scotchies . The final quarter began with a(6) point advantage to the Lions however this was to change as the Scotchies banged home the first to turn the match on its head. However a steadier Lions unit regrouped and despite the efforts of Thompson, Davis an d Lines were too strong in the run home. The Lions adding (6) goals to (2) to clinch wtcT.orEi.

SECTION ( 2) BLUE In a tight struggl e in the early match at __ Scammell Reserve St . Bedes Mentone Tigers fought hard to shrug off determined Ormond unit, hell bent on matching with their more skilful opponents. Ormond bege Byron on the dangerous Kingwe ll, and Ashford as loose man in defence to fill the forward's space, whi Serolin took Brown from the first bounce, wi Robbins battling both Cousins an d Will iams for tl major part of the day . The Tigers began the better ar with Kingwe ll booting ( 2) and Ryan, Carroll and Kii damaging onball, the Monds were behind the eight N from the start . Haines was proving a real handful f the Tigers mid-field and combined with Gleeson ar Dale the Monds began to get some good run from h< back late in the term . The second quarter was equa'~ as tight as both teams struggled to break free from tl other. Napier and Gangi were prominent for the Tiger as to were Pasara and Stasiak, and at the long bre< the Tigers held a solid (4) goal lead . After half time t Monds began to tire and when the Tigers slammed i their ninth just before three quarter time the gar looked beyond the Monds . Full credit to the Mon who in the last quarter never gave in with Wonnacoi Hammond and Naughton battling valiantly, wh Stephens, Cullen and Rowan worked desperately i forward . However it was the Tigers day with Alfo (before injured), McHugh and the McShanes also the thick of the action all day . SECTION (2) RE D A super opening quarter by Old Trinity in th match against St. Leos Emmaus put paid to a chance that the Two Blues' winning streak would cc tinue . (7) goals to (1) in the first saw the Two Blues w down at quarter time, with the OT's Passador, Kassa an d Pawsey doing as they pleased up forward . , equally as damaging second term certainly put t game beyond doubt and at the long break Steve Ma would well have wondered what he had done to desei such a brilliant half of football. While the OT's wi dominant in most positions Daniels, Morel, McGlc and Thomas battled hard all day. and combined w Devlin, Bonnici were fine Two Blues on the day . E the day belonged to the OT's who did not stop in I second half adding another (13) goals, with (12) gc kickers for the day emphasising their dominan Arrowsmith, Shaughnessy and Davatzis were b liant all dav and relished the conditions, while Jor an d Waldron were fine performers up forward . M TuC ne. 1 nTCl10 C!1llTRAI i CO S

In conclusion congratulations to all players, coaches and officials who made it to last weekend's Grand Finals . The standard of football was terrific and and the spirit in which the matches played a credit to you all .

Special congratulations to Steve Carroll, Tim Killworth, Brian Bourke an d Steve Maus on winning Premierships last weekend and commiserations to Ken Johanesen, Terry Kenda ll, B rian Keating and Peter O'Connor . Thank you for you input and we look forward to your involvement again in 1998 . Well done .

UNDER 19 SECTION 1- 13.9.97 GRAND FINAL UNIVERSITY BLUES 4 .2 8,4 18.7 14.18.94 2 .1 5.1 8.3 8 .8.54 OLD PARADIANS

SENIORS NAME UNDER 19 (1)

CLUB

LAST WK TOTAL

MURRAY OLD MELBURNIANS 64 60 LEGUDI ST BERNARDS 52 HAWKINS MAZENOD UNDER 19 (2) *HAGVKINS OLD SCOTCH 6 97 SAFFAR OLD CAMBERWELL 65 *CRANE OLD SCOTCH 1 62 UNDER 19 (BLUE ) *K)NGWELL ST BEDES MENTONE 5 GANGI ST BEDES MENTONE 'ROBBINS ORMOND 1 UNDER 19 (RED) *JONES OLD TRINITY 3 STELLA THERRY PENOLA A .CULTRERA AQUINAS

83 47 46

55 53 53

University Btua Jacksat 5 . Collar 2, D.'nklsat 2. Eataugh, i{adick . Sturrock . Cot~ttlnllck . FlYCker. Best Fricker. Hocking. Callerl• . Johnson. Jackscvt. Coleman. Old Paredlians Ciatialo 2, Harris 2 .1'ccchto 2. Gale, Lynch, Best Green . Gahtn. Talarlcn. 4171vVi, Porteous . Warren. UNDER 19 SECTION 2- 13 .9 .97 GRAND FINAL COLLEGIM'8 1 .3 8.9 9.12 15 .15.105 4.2 5.4 9 .8 11 .8.72 OLD SCOTCH CoUegtans Gromaka 4 . Johnsen 3. BaMer 2. Uht•cott 2. Britten, Byrne . Van Der t'enne . Hatrls . Hat Johnson . Brittten . Hoskmg• Eig. Van Der Vetme. Ch.ikwt. Old Scotch Hau~ins 6 . Lines 2. Gross, Crane . Chapmatt .8mt Gross. Ha•a3tlns. Chapman, Lines . Crmv . Davis.

UNDER 19 (2) BLUE - 13 .9.97 GRAND FINAL ST. HEOES Dff.N1:1TG 3.2 8.3 9.7 12.8.80 2.3 2.7 4 .12.36 ORMOhT) 0 .2 St. Bedea Ment. Tig tWgu•e115 . Alfard 3. WLnk. tt'ilkms. Cousins . Ryan . Beat Cousivs. Ryan. Serrkht. Carroii. itat%er, Rmgxeit . Ormond Cullen . Naughtrnt . Robbins. Roxan . Heat Dale, Ashford . Haines. Glecson . Pasara. Brv n .

UIdDER 19 (2) RED - 13.9 .97 GRAND FINAL 7.4 14.8 17.12 27 .15.177 OLD TRINITY ST. 5 .4 8.7.55 LF,OS EifAiAUS 1 .2 2.4 Old Trinity Pas_c•!dor 6. Fiassaln 3 . Jones 3 . PtwSev 3. Shaughnecsp 3 . Da:atris 2 . . Nexman. Burtans, Hall. Best Pauador. Kassahy. Waldron 2. Arransmtth. Butler Arra.vsmtth. Shaugtmessy. Davatns.Pawses. St Loon ENPAAU'S Detn 2. Alare4 Thomas. Chalmnbers. Daniels, Hadder. Carr. Best htorei . Devvlm . Bonntn. Daniels, Dc itn, McGloin .

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GRAND FINAL TIPSTERS'TABLE OLD XAV V OLD SCOTCH OLD BRIGHTON V.ST. KEVI NS Ross Booth OLD XAVERIANS 10 PTS OLD BRIGHTON 15 PTS David Burnes OLD XAVERIANS 24 PTS ST. KEVINS 12 PTS David Cook OLD XAVERIANS 27 PTS OLD BRIGHTON 11 PTS Ken Criswick OLD XAVERIANS 8 PTS ST. KEVINS 10 PTS Simon Derham OLD XAVERIANS 30 PTS OLD BRIGHTON 15 PTS John Dillon OLD XAVERIANS 15 PTS ST. KEVINS 10 PTS Richard Evans OLD XAVERIANS 48 PTS OLD BRIGHTON 7PTS Tom Johnston OLD XAVERIANS 17 PTS OLD BRIGHTON 17 PTS Andrew Langford-Jones OLD XAVERIANS 60 PTS OLD BRIGHTON 50 PTS Ralph McHen ry OLD SCOTCH 1 PT ST. KEVINS 6 PTS Noel Rundle OLD XAVERIANS 42 PTS OLD BRIGHTON 32 PTS David Scott OLD XAVERIANS 28 PTS OLD BRIGHTON 32 PTS Phil Stevens OLD XAVERIANS 39 PTS ST . KEVINS 22 PTS Brett Connell OLD SCOTCH 6 PTS OLD BRIGHTON 19 PTS Sue Anderson OLD XAVERIANS 10 PTS ST . KEVINS 15 PTS Peter Harris OLD XAVERIANS 37 PTS OLD BRIGHTON 19 PTS Angela Giles OLD SCOTCH 3 PTS ST . KEVINS 7 PT S

OVERALL

OLD XAVERIANS 14

OLD SCOTCH 3

OLD BRIGHTON 10 ST. KEVINS 7

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MICHAEL HAZEL (Salesian OC)

22 Vote s (L . Pepper Medallist)

MICHAEL BLOOD MARCUS DOLLMAN (Old Xaverians) (St . Kevins OB )

15 Votes 18 Votes (J . Woodrow Medallist) (G . Moore Medallist)

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ANTHONY MACGEORGE (St. Bedes Men. T3gers) 36 Votes

(L. Zachariah Medallist)

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AARON THEGE LEIGH MURPHY (Williamstown CYMS) ( Elsternwick )

SIMON WOOD (Old Carey)

18 Votes 24 Votes (0 . Meahan Medallist)

17 Votes (C .R. Newbury Medallist )

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CK VASILOPOULOS (Old Carey) 22 Vote s (J . Fullerton Medallist )

TIM O'SULLIVAN (Old Xaverians) 14 Vote s (A. Fisher Medallist )

wC 1UBaXVIII ` SIMON DIMATTINA (Marcellin ) LUKE HAWKINS ADRIAN RYAN OMER KHODER (Old Scotch) ( St . Bedes (North Old Boys)

Mentone Tigers) 21 Votes (G .W. McTaggart 17 Vote s

Medallist) (I .A . Brown Medallist) ® THE AMATEUR r'_IOTBA:LZR 17)97

10 Vote s (S . Mason Medallist)

21 Votes

ANDREW HOWELLS (Old Geelong)

84 Goal s MICHAEL ADDISION (Old Carey) 74 Goal s DANIEL RICHARDSON (Old Xaverians )

74 goals

LACHLAN McLEAN (Old Ivanhoe) 78 Goals

ANTHONY MACGEORGE (St Beckes Men. Tigas)

101 Goal s

DAVID STUART SCOT T WALLACE CRAVEN MURRAY (UHSOB) (Power House) (Old Melburnians )

58 GOALS 92 Goals 64 Goals

LUKE HAWKINS (Old Scotch)

83 Goal s

STEPHEN SAM ANDY STEPHEN MAR KO KINGWELL STELLA CULTERA PRYDE TOSSAVAINEN (St . Bedes (Therry Penola) (Aquinas) (Old Scotch) (Monash Whites ) Ment .Tigers) 53 Goals 53 Goals 35 Goals 32 Goals 70 Goal s Q THE AMATEUR FOOTBALLER 1997

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1997

A SECT ION SENIORS GRAND FINA L OLD SCOTC H

OLD XAVERIAN S

Coach : Nick Bourke

1 . M. Blood (C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2. M. Bourke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3. L Hannebery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4. D.Landirgan (VC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5. A. Heil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6. T.Keyhoe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7. S .txthlean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8. M . Holmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 . J . Hawkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 . L Giadman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 . Adam Jones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 . J. Bowen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 . C .Ellis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14. D .Stoney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15. A . McLean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... 16, L Ford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17. D. Rd a cl sorr (VC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18. S . Hunter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19. D.Stean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20. M . Hardman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 . T. Oddeshaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 . A.Bourke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 . B.Peny . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 . B.Coughlan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 . P. Lechte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27. L Fay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28. R . Clarke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29. S . Wood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30. D. Dann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 . L Tuddenham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32. A.Brushrreki . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33. A.Sassi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34. D, Penn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35. S. Hede . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 . P. Barrett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 . S.Natilli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 . C. Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 . J. Puttyfoot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 . R. Ryan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 . A. Dillon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42. J. Lowe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43. T. Woodruff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44. J. De Brough . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45. T. Coughlan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46. Andrew Jones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47. T. Freer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48. L Nagle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50. S . Tucker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 . D. Walsh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 . P. Conquest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 . M . Diamond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 . M . Brennan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 . M . Meehan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 . P.Pankgiotopa bs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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3 . C .Hosking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . L. McDonnell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 . A.Uoyd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 . C . Reid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, J. Kerr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 . N . Hooper (C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 . D . Norman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 . M . O'Brien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 . A . Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17. S . Woodhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 . S . Spiden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23. D . Walsh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24. M . Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25. T. Pritchard 26. B . Phillips

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1 . M . Blood (C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2. M . Bourke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3. L.Hannebery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4. D.tandirgan (VC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5. A .Hed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6. T.Keyhoe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7. S . Lethlean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8. M . Holmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9. J . Hawkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10. L.Gladman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 . Adam Jones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 . J . Bowen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 . C.Ellis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 . D. Stoney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 . A McLean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 . L Ford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 . D. Ridhardson (VC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 . S. Hunter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 . D. Steen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 . M . Hardman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 . T. Ockleshaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 . A. Bourke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 . B. Perry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 . B. Coughlan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 . P.Lechte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 . L. Fay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28. R . Clarke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 . S. Wood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30. D . Dann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 . L Tuddenham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32. A_ Bnishfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33. A.Sassi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34. D . Penn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35. S. Hede . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36. P. Barrett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37. S.Natilli . . . 38. C . Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39. J. Puttyfoot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40. R . Ryan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 . A. Dillon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42. J. Lowe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43. T. Woodruff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44. J. De Brough . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45. T. Coughlan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46. Andrew Jones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47. T. Freer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48. L Nagle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50. S. Tucker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 . D . Walsh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52. P. Conquest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53. M. Diamond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, M. Brennan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59. M . Meehan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66. P. Panigiotopa lOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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I OLD XAVERIANS PLAYER PROFILES-) 1 . Michael Blood ( Capt .) - the current captain who has added the 1997 Woodrow Medal to his impressive tally of Individual awards . His duel with Tom Wilson could prove central to the result of this match . 2 . Matthew Bourke - an Injury free preparation has allowed the 'Baker' from Moonee Ponds to enter his first grand final fully fit. Four goals in the second semi was a sound performance . 3 . Luke Hannebery - involved in a sickening clash in the 2nd semi but has recovered well and will play an important role on the half forward line or wing with his strength and agility . 4 . David Landrigan - a solid 2nd half to the season has allowed "Lano" to develop into a solid half-back and provide much run to the Old Xaverians back-line . 5 . Andrew Heil - first season senior player who has developed into a handy rover, providing solid support on the hall . 6 . Andrew Keyhoe - premiership player who has the ability to turn a game with his aggression and goal kicking ability. Will prove a handful up forward . 7. Simon Lethlean - a player with plenty of experience who has developed into a tremendous midfielder with sure hands and feet. Proved to be a valuable recruit in 1997 .

8 . Michael Holmes - a "tower of strength" at CHB, a lot rests with his ability to contain the dangerous Aujard in the Old Scotch forward line . 9 . James Hawkins - returned to form in the 2nd semi at half-back. Xavs will be looking for a similar solid running performance today. 10. Luke Gladman - a versatile, solid player who can play at both ends of the ground, with handball a feature of his game. 11 . Adam Jones - tall, strong, high marking centre halffonvard whose ability to run and make every contest vital to the functioning of the Xav s forward line. 12. John Bowen - a consistent performer, who reads the game well and provides Xavs with great leadership in the mid-field . Also able to be used up forward if needed . 13. Chris Ellis - a forward of enormous talent the 'Chicken Man' may prove a handful up forward with his strong marking.

14 . Damien Stoney - long time campaigner, who ha overcome injury to play an inspirational role at the clul in their finals' quest . 16 . Lachlan Ford - Can play at H/B or wing with hi desire and willingness to run all day strong points to hi game. Excellent kick for goal. 17 . Dan Richardson - competition leading goal kickei Well held in semi-final . Xavs will be looking for 'Richo' fo an improvement up forward today. 18. Sam Hunter - good contribution in the backlin throughout the year, the 'Director' will again be called oi to lead the Xavs' defence . 21 . Tim Ockleshaw - consistent performance led to stat representation . Scotch may well use the talented Holt t quell this 'quiet achiever' . 22 . Anthony Bourke - continues to improve each yeaj 'Junior' gives Xavs versatility off the interchange bench . 24. Ben Coghlan - dangerous half-forward, whose tack ling and overall strength provides Xavs with defence i ; their forward-line. Can kick the occasional goal . 27 . Luke Fay - the big improver in 1997 'Springer' ma be used to stop the dangerous Rohan Price for Scotch . 29 . Simon Wood - another state representative, on-balle who reads game well and will kick the vital goal whei needed . 30 . Dermott Dann - the seasoned campaigner of th Xavs team of '97 . has managed to combine the rigors A-Grade amateur football with his profession as Criminal Defence Barrister . 32 . Andrew Brushfield - grand contributor in the 2n semi, his role at full-back and kicking out will be vital t today's result. 33 . Adam Sassi - improved with every game this seaso after missing early with injury . Unassuming but gets th job done when needed . 41 . Andrew Dillon - regular top-line performer for Xav over the years . Fine game at half-forward in the 2nd sen and Xavs will look to him there to kick a winning score . 54 . Michael Brennan - Has been a stout defender i recent years . Created history last year by being the fir : player to win a premiership with four separate sides ft: the one club (lsts. 2nds, U19, Club XVIII) .

Nicholas Bourke (Coach) : In 2nd season as coach, after taking over mid-season in 1996 and coaching the club to a pre miership . 'Burkey as he is known to his players has managed to lift the team to their 3rd consecutive grand final . Forme Marcellin and Old Xaverians player, 'Burkey' has a great ability to communicate with players, his,metieulous prepars tion, will hopefully provide Xavs with the right formula today .

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OLD SCOTCH PLAYER PROFILE S 1. Ken Stokes - rover . ultimate in courage. 2 . Justin Hosking (VC) - on-baller, elusive, pacy . 4 . Tim Holt - back pocket, dedicated. VAFA state best player 1997 . 5 . Rohan Price - versatile and dynamic utility . VAFA state rep. Proven big occasion player. 8 . Curtis Reid - Outstanding skills on both sides of the body, pacy . 9 . Rohan Aujard - 200 game ruckman/forward . Strong mark and kick . 11 . Stewart Grigg - close checker, dashing defender . 15. Mathew O'Brien - great maturity for his age . Good mark and kick . CHB . CHF or Ruck . 20. Tom Wilson - outstanding ruckman, super mark who keeps working all day . 22. Campbell Heath - forward, great mark and kick . 23. Danny Walsh - very solid defender, who can play forward flank . 24. Matt Angus - agile and pacy half-forward winger. Good disposal.

26 . Bruce Phillips - learning quickly, elusive fonvard . 27 . Stephen Collins - fleet of foot winger . Dashing pace and disposal. 30. Jeremy Laird (VC) - Mr . Reliable . Tight checking, defender, rarely plays a bad one . 31 . Andrew Smith - Old Scotch veteran of over 280 games . Former 'A' section Best and Fairest .

32. Andrew Kalinski - pacy, good hand and foot disposal . Forward/winger. 34 . Gavin Eagle - plays anywhere . Strong at ball . 35. Stuart Steele (C) - club captain with AFL experience . 37 . John Smythe - winger. half-fonvard. A dasher. 38 . Brian Goldberg - utility, gutsy, strong at the ball . 39 . Phill ip Goldberg - nuggety on-baller who moves well in heavy traffic . 43 . James Paterson - the quiet achiever, put him anywhere . 55 . Justin Bock - half back, strong at ball.

Coach : Wayne Harmes - Former VFL Premiership player with Carlton . First A Section Grand Final after having coached Old Scotch now for (4) seasons . Has moulded a well-balanced and committed team, with a great mixture of both youth and experience . Had the team perform well last week in difficult conditions, to take another shot at Old Xaverians here this weekend, for the A Section Premiership.

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Senior Coach : Dale Tapping

1 . A . Kryzwniak (DVC) 2. J . Murch . . . . . . . . 3. R . Oakley . . . . . . . 4. M . Talbot . . . . . . . . 5. N . Perry (C) . . . . . . 6. S . Antonis . . . . . . . 7. L. Aides (VC) . . . . 8. S .Lennox . . . . . . . 9. M . Fisher . . . . . . . . 10. R . Hartman . . . . . . 11 . A . Fitzgerald . . . . . 12. H .Bickett . . . . . . . . 13. M .Gamble . . . . . . . 14. M .Dennis . . . . . . . 15. D .Tymms . . . . . . . 16. J . Bradley . . . . . . . 17. A . Rickerby . . . . . . 18. M . Jackson . . . . . . 19. A . Mandylaris . . . . . 20. D .Kolmorgan . . . . 21, C . Jackson . . . . . . 22. K . Farrell . . . . . . . . 23. A . Pryor . . . . . . . . . 24, R . Carter . . . . . . . . 25. S . Nikas . . . . . . . . . 27. S . Douglas . . . . . . . 28. N . Winter . . . . . . . . 29. P. Woff . . . . . . . . . . 30. K. Teschendorf . . . 31 . S . Murray (RC) . . . 32. B . Williams . . . . . . 33. M . Toll . . . . . . . . . . 34. M . Reid (DVC) . . . . 35. S . Mercer . . . . . . . . 36. B . Pollock (DVC) . . 36. A . Corke . . . . . . . . 37. A. Hain . . . . . . . . . 38. A. Lomas . . . . . . . . 39 . A. Fischer . . . . . . . 40. B. Patterson . . . . . 45 . T. McNamara . . . . . 57. A. McLachlan . . . . 61 . A. White . . . . . . . . 63 . B. Wilson . . . . . . . . 65 . R . Kent . . . . . . . . . 67 . A. Alderton . . . . . . 71 . B. Alderson . . . . . . 80 . A.Paifrey . . . . . . . . 84 . P. McMahon . . . . .

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Reserves Coach :Tim Hills

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OLD GMTON PLAYER PROFILE S 1 . Andrew Kryzwniak - very fit, versatile player who has had a consistent year (DVC ) 2 . James Murch - elusive forward with great skills who loves the goals 3 . Richard Oakley - injury riddled season but is coming good at the right time . Very clever player . 4. Matthew Talbot - seasoned campaigner who knows where the goals are . 5. Nick Perry - has had his best season . Has led the team superbly, is a good mark and kick and is a key player for the team. (C) 6 . Luke Fildes - has had a good season . Very committed to the club and will give everything he has got (VC) . 10. Rick Hartman - has fitted in very well . Ex-Prahran player, very good second half of the season . 11 . Adam Fitzgerald - big game performer . Had a very solid season and will give his all (VC) . 13 . Matthew Gamble - improved player who will play senior football on a regular basis 14 . Matthew Dennis - a class player who has had a great season. Has certainly got a future ahead of him, and is also a great mark . 15. Darren Tymms - returned from Sandringham this season . A smart player who uses the ball well . 16 . Jarrod Bradley - returned this year and has matured into a good player . Kicks the ball a long way . 17 . Andrew Rickerby - key ruckman who gives his all every week .

18. Matthew Jackson - ex-St.Kilda player who works hard all day . Is one of the classiest players around. 22. Kim Farre ll - had a great season to date . Is a player who does not take any short steps and possesses great skills . 23 . Andrew Pryor - is a most talented player who possesses good skills and works hard all day . Will give everything today. 25 . Spiro Nikkas - key player . Damaged his knee late in the season and will be sadly missed . Most respected amongst his teammates. 27. Dave Patterson - clever player with good speed . Will be a player of the future . 34 . Matthew Reid - class player who continues to get the ball . Is a good leader (DVC) 36 . Brad Pollock - most underrated player who gives a contest every week (DVC ) 40 . Brian Patterson - handy player who is very aggressive at the ball and popular among his teammates . 44. Adam Brown - Handy player with good anticipation. Is very quic k 50 . Simon Will iams - terrific player who has not been beaten all year . A key playe r 57 . Andrew McLachlan - had a very good year. Is a very explosive player who is very tough . 65 . Robert Kent - highly promising fonvard, with great courage and marking skill s 79 . Hayden Bickett - honest and tough player who gives his all in every contest .

Coach : Dale Tapping - First year coaching after a distinguished playing career with Prahran (VFA) . Old Xaverians ( VAFA Rep . player and Premiership player) and in the VCFL . Has harnessed the brilliance and exuberance of the Old Brightor club and gained the most from all of his players . Is well respected by all players at the club and would dearly love to car off a fine season by taking Old Brighton to A Section in 1998 as Premiers .

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ST KEVINS 1 . Brett Burden - Evergreen midfielder with extensive finals experience who will relish playing at what he calls 'Burden Park' . 3. Mark Brady - SKOB Captain and this year's Club Best & Fairest who is enjoying his best season at the club . Strong on-bailer who will lead by example this weekend . 4. Warren Keighran - Has returned to SKOB's this year and has made a positive addition to the on-ballers with his skill and tenacity. 6. Stuart Fox - New player to the club who shows promise for the future as a strong and nuggetty rover . 8. Ben Dollman - Talented and skilful player who will enjoy the wide open spaces of Elsternwick Park . 11. Damian Ryan - Strong forward who enjoys nothing more than kicking a"bucket-full" of goals . 12. Marcus DoIlman - SKOB Vice-Captain and this years B-Grade Best & Fairest . A determined rover with a'never say die' approach to his football . 13. Robin Bowles - Midfielder with great ball and aerial skills . Will be exciting to watch on the big ground . 15. Marcus Olive - Big aggressive ruckman whose presence around the ground will always be felt . 16.Ben Garvey - Tall and athletic player noted for his versatility around the ground . 17. Michael Terzini - Strong and experienced hackman who can take a telling mark in the middle of the pack . 18. Nick Hart - The experienced "voice" on the backline who is a tight checking defender who plays extremely close . 19.Dave Sheehy - Strong and courageous hackman who will never give in . 20. Andrew Varasdi - Experienced player who can perform equally well at either end of the ground with great aerial skills.

PROFILES 21 . Michael Rizio - Young and strong this utility player can be called upon to fill many positions on the ground . 22 . James Macey - One of the best ruckmen in the competition whose loyalty and determination are an inspiration to the team .

27 . Robert Gross - Talented backman with a safe set of hands and cool head . Is equally at home on the forward line kicking goals . 28 . Michael Farquharson - Young player who has developed into a fine leader for the SKOB's, who will always have the "hard body at the ball" . 30 . Michael Gargano - Another member of the "Young SKOB's" whose speed and ability to kick goals as a rover makes him always dangerous . 31 . Andrew McGuiness - Strong and skilful hackman getting better with every game. 36 . Dan Kennedy - Enjoying his lst year at the SKOB's in the backline . A determined and tenacious player. 37 . Shane Kennedy - A skilful utility player who is a pleasure to watch in full flight . 39 . Sam Gribble - A strong forward who suffered a serious arm injury in the lst Semi . Has been an integral part of the SKOB team of '97 . 40 . Andrew Hart - Experienced mid-fielder who will always be dangerous when near the goals . 44 . Daniel Moylan - Another young ist year player who shows great ability when on the ball . 45 . Damian Waight - Has become an integral part of the backline in his ist year at the club . Will perform any task asked of him . 55 . Bernard Marusic - Forward turned hackman this young SKOB has shown maturity well beyond his years . 57 . Chris Bossong - Tall and agile this exciting U19 player has had an outstanding start to his senior football career.

Coach: Tim Hart - Former SKOB and Old Scotch player who has raised the level of professionalism at the Club to a new level and as a result has taken the SKOB's from D-Grade to A-Grade since 1994 . Along with his assistants Adrian Giffin . Richard Callanan and Robert Hawkins, he would love nothing better than take the Premiership to A-Grade next year .

Brian "Benny" Goodman and Tom Brain pre-

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So now we have come to the final week of the year, where all the pre-season training and efforts during the year all come down to these last 100 minutes of football. To the teams competing this week, congratulations on reaching these finals and from Umpires' Corner we wish you the best. To our top four umpires who have the senior appointments congratulations . We hope that you fulfilled your goals with these appointments, the only advice to give the guys is 'enjoy' . PROMOTIONS Last week in congratulating teams that have

earned promotions in the 1998 season, the fourth team earning a place in D Section that was not recorded was St Patri cks Mentone Football Club . Also well done to premiers Marcellin (C Sec) and Beaumaris (D Sec) . VALE All the umpires would like to pass on their deepes t

thoughts to Richard Eastwood and family on the passing away of Richard's father . Keeping it all in the family last Saturday the Simpson clan just like umpiring together (or on the same day) . At the Wick we had the brothers Peter (reserves) and Anthony (seniors) having a run around and also in the goals of that reserve game was Peters godson Shannon Ryan . Hope Shannon looked after his godfather by taking Peter to the game but more importantly buying the first round. UMPIRE OF THE YEAR. At Vote Count Night, Amateur sponsor 'Blades Footwear' produced an award for the Umpire of the Year with the inaugural winner Mark 'Gibbo' Gibson . Mark is a fitting recipient of this award, in the way he presents himself on and off the field making him a role model for the up and coming guys . Poor Ross Treverton has this year been mentioned in this column on a few occasions for accidents that have happened with a VAFA approved Sherrin . So why would his last game of the year be any different to the start of the season . Very early in his D Reserve Grand

Final, Ross had positioned himself well behind the point post for an attempt at a goal by a player. The player couldn't kick straight and sent the ball in Ross's direction. A pack went up with someone thumping the ball through for a behind however Ross was only a few feet away and collected the ball smack in the face causing a split lip and blood flow . Ross being an ex-footballer just wanted to get into the action . THANK YOU This column could not be published without the help of the staff at Amateur Headquarters . So Simmo and Spider would like to thank : Angela for taking our calls and having a chat before being put through to our selected party . Sue for answering our concerns and pushing the deadline back a fraction when Spider was hungover and needed more time. Last but not least Phil our Editor who only used the censorship on a couple of occasions (Ed. note - twice today) . SOCIAL NEWS

Final fling of the season (with partners) is the Dinner Dance on 26th September at Tudor Court Receptions. $40 see Chris Stevens (s) or Michael Lentini with numbers and money . After the A Grade Grand Final stay back for the spit. Until next year, good luck with pre-season training . SIMMO & SPIDER Editor's Message: On behalf of the Executive could I take this opportunity of thanking all umpires who have supported Michael Sneddon and the VAFA this season . I trust your year was rewarding and that you will all return next season . To the two scribes my thanks for meeting all deadlines and putting together a most readable column - Phil Stevens .

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UMPIRE ADVISOR : MICHAEL SNEDDO N Michael Sneddon ends his first year as the VAFA's Umpire Advisor. Michael ha : impressed everyone with his no-nonsense approach, willingness to work hard and kee ness to reward excellence in umpires' performances and attitudes with appropriab appointments . The Executive of the VAFA commends Michael for his efforts and is delighted that h, has agreed to continue as Advisor in 1998 . The recruiting structure that Michael is hard at work implementing should ensure ; plentiful flow of quality umpires to the VAFA for years to come . (Profile by Phil Stevens ) (Advisor and umpire profiles by Michael Sneddon )

ASSISTANT ADVISOR : RON LIPPOLD

. Ron after Ron's assistance to brief me on all umpires' experience and past performances was invaluable this year . We thank you for your enormous support of VAFA football for 25 years . years has announced his retirement ASSISTANT ADVISOR: GEOFF RIDD

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FITNESS ADVISOR: JAME S VANBEE K Jim's acceptance by the group speaks loudly of the quality of the training program for 1997 . A terrific asset to VAI umpiring . GOAL UMPIRE ADVISOR: JOHN HAL L With limited time and numbers John has utilized all resources available to present goal umpires in a professional ma ner for VAFA matches .

THIS WEEKEND'S UMPIRES FRO M ANTHONY DAMEN Anthony has been appointed to his third consecutive 'C' Section Grand Final . A pol lar personality within the VAFA . A terrific effort to maintain a position within the 6 VAFA umpires .

MARK GIBSO N A well deserved winner of the Blades Umpire of Year award . His commitment is withthat out question . An 'A' section appointment would cap off a very successful season included an appointment to the representative game against South Australia .

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WAYNE HINTON A slow start to the 1997 season . His form in the latter part of the season is back to its best with his appointment to the representative game against the VCFL . One of three in line for an 'A' section appointment .

2v`,ARTIN JACKSO N Another good season for Martin with an appointment to the representative game against New South Wales . Very consistent performances throughout the 1997 season gives Marty the chance for back to back 'A' section grand final appointments .

STEVE McCARTHY After a disappointing season in 1996, Steve made a commitment to improve in 1997 . He achieved his goal being appointed to his first 'B' section grand final .

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Geoff has consolidated his place in the VAFA'A' section panel with the 'C' section grand final. A very experienced umpire with senior experience in the WAFL and VFL competitions.

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COPING WITH FINALS PRESSUR E eparing for fmals provokes a variety of responses from players. Some may stare moronically at the floor whilst others chatter constantly in a show of mock confidence . A few may be physically if and some seem less outwardly affected, preparing for the most important day of the season in a thoughtful and deliberate manner . All players however, will naturally be feeling some level of apprehension . Once the game begins basic skill errors often seem to dominate the opening minutes of the game as nervous players show the effects of over arousal by fumbling, giving away silly free's, forgetting instructions and team rules and making poor decisions under little or no pressure . Coaches need to develop an atmosphere conducive to peak performance, particularly in those opening minutes of the game, by assisting players to manage and control their anxiety and arousal levels . A number of guiding principles follow that summarise the key points requiring the attention of coaches . The major concern for a coach is to realise that there is a level of arousal at which players are likely to

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Chief Executive Phil Stevens tipped Old Brighton to take out 'B' Section flag and after a bit of dithering picked Coll egians to defeat De La for 'A' Section flag . The Grand Final weekend kicked off at 8 .50am, on Saturday with the U19 Section 1 Grand Final between Old Xaverians and De La Salle who won the chance for another shot at OX with an 8 .6 to 7 .5 win against Old Melburnians . U19 2 Central flag was won by Old Camberwell against Therry, and in U19 2 South Chirnside Park won their first every Amateur flag when they defeated AJAX . In Section 1 Old Xaverians were in control all day to take out the flag, 6 .15 to 4 .6, reversing last year's Grand Final result . It was a windy day surprisingly for the 'B' Section Grand Final . Old Brighton had first use but kicked badly to lead 3 .9 to 0 .1 at the first change . Old Trinity had a wonderful second term kicking 7 .4 to a solitary goal, bottled the Brighton boys up in the third term to go on to win the flag, 10 .10(70) to 8 .14(62) . Old Trinity's team was : Bks: David BALASZY, Nick BEARDSLEY, Grant HUDSO N

HBks : Graeme PAVEY, Rick BEARDSLEY . Steve HOPKIN S C : Dave ROGERS, Mick HEDLEY, Andrew ALLIBON (Capt . ) HF: Sam OLDFIELD, Rob PHILLIPS, Rod HEATH F : David O'SHAUGHNESSY, Steve HATFIELD, Julian HODDE R Rks : Mike TURNER . Adam ANDERSON, Trevor NORMA N I/C : Damien MAKRIS, Anthony DUNN Coach : Alan JOHNSON Six played in 1997 - Balaszy, Hudson, Allibon . Phillips, Anderson, Norman On Sunday . Collegians kicked off with a very easy win in 'A' Reserve Section against St . Bernard's . 13 .8 to 4 .8, and then had a fairly easy afternoon watching the big game . Collegians were in control all day and were never really in doubt . Q by Q scores were : Coll : 5 .7 9 .9 13 .18 14 .23 (107) De La : 1 .3 5 .5 6 .10 9 .13 (67) The Collegians team was :

Bks : Andrew WRIGHT . Stuart HINCHEN . Brad WOOLHOUSE

HBks : LORD, James BENNETT, Christian DAVID-

SON C : Gary IRVINE, Mark HIBBINS, Darren WARNE R HF: David HOYLE . Rick SCHOBER, Tony PARKIN F : Tony WALLACE, Stephen MOUNT, Jason DANSEY RR: POLLOCK, Matt GALBRAITH, David THOMSO N I/C : David KERR, Nick PROCTOR Coach: Leigh CARLSON 10 YEARS AGO - 19 87 Ormond were happy when the Tribunal found the charge against champion utility player Phil Mehrten not sustained . 'A' Section reporter Ross Booth and VAFA General Manager Peter French were at it yet again . Ross took two lines and picked Old Xaverlans, Peter French equivocated for two pages and then summed up "their aerial strength, pace, memories of losing last year's Grand Final, confidence and efforts against Ormond during the season entitled them to favouritism in what promised to be a most memorable A Section Grand Final - Old Xaverians for me" .

A very big crowd . sun, little breeze, jazz, children's rides - it was a magnificent day . Old Xaverians through Martin Beattie and Peter Curtain were in control and led 4 .2 to 2 .2 . From then on Ormond through the dominance of rovers Cox and Young, the very aggressive centre play of Phil Mehrten . the great defence of Scott Taylor, and with Paul Nankervis showing maturity on the wing, took control and in the final three terms kicked 13 .9 to 8 .8 to win 15 .11 to 12 .12 . Xavs fought back to within 11 points before Steve McCooke settled the issue 'Maradonna style' with an angle kick off the ground . It was the second A Section flag for coach Mike McArthur-Allen in three years . The Ormond side lined up as follows :

B : Brett Connell . Brad Nash . Scott Taylor HB : Russell Barnes (Capt), David McDonald, Paul Forsyt h C : Phil Kingston, Phil Mehrten . Paul Nankervis

HF : Tim Hille . Mark McDonald, Paul Sutherland

F : Joey Young, Paul Schuhkraft, Paul McDonald R : Lindsay McMahon, Martin Tobin, Paul Cox I/C: Steve McCooke, Geoff Russel l Umpires were Greg Hardeman an d Kevin Segota . Marcellin took all the sting out of Therry in the 'B' Section preliminary final when they kicked 8 .8 to 1 .2 in the first term and won 12 .11 to 7 .12 . Best were Petroff, L . Getson, J . Adam, Ebert, P . Sheehan, M . Day .

And so on the Sunday after the VFL Grand Final in blistering heat Marcellin faced up to St . Bernards, the final scores being St . Bernards 17 .10 (124), Marcellin 12 .20 (92) . The winning team lined up as follows : B: Maurie Sullivan, Kevin Mahady, John Frase r HB : Marcus Marshall, Mick O'Dea, Garry McAllister C : Andrew Nathan, John Federico, Mark Mahady HF : Peter Wood, Paul Hogan, Greg Wood F: Robbie Purcell, John Pearson, Mick Bradner R : John Klaayson, Frank Monaghan, Vin Comito I/C : Tim Burke, Jack O'Connell Coach: Frank Melican John Pearson in the final quarter kicked a fine goal from about 45 metres out on a 45 degree angle - probably the last goal kicked at Elsternwick Park with a DROP KICK. Life Member of the VAFAUA and former president, Don Hiilier, retired as a goal umpire with 250 games behind him, 14 A Section Grand Finals, interstate and intrastate matches . Well done, Don, a man universally respected and admired . 15 YEARS AGO - 198 2

Grand Final weekend opened on a beautiful sunny Saturday with a torrid, hotly contested match between Old Melburnians and Ivanhoe with the game in doubt until half way through the final term when Rohan Brown and Barry Morphett kicked prodigious goals for Old Melburnians to move away to a convincing victory, 18 .7 to 15 .12 . The gladiators battling on the oval for glory and immortality were : Old Melburnians B : M . Daddo, R . Pisarski, C . Knight HB : P . Murray, S . Trumble, M . Youngman C : J . Thompson, P. Mumme, J . Mitchee HF : P. Koren, I . Cordner. D . Stephenson F: E . Cordner, R. Cameron, A . Witts

R: R . Brown (Capt), B . Morphett . I . Morrison I/C : P. Thompson, D . Dawson Coach : Laurie Aghan President : Garry Austin Ivanho e B : R. Field, J . O'Flaherty . D . Hoare HB : A . Course . G . Simondson, P . Aristotle

C : A . Loton, P. Morcom, M . McDonald HF : C . Pratt, D. Gott, F. Globne r

F: K . Edwards, C . Bye, A . Jone s R: W. Dulevskis, R . Stewart, A . Balcombe Coach: P. Stevens

Sunday, while a wintry day was a much more sober occasion when North Old Boys won the 'A' Section L .A . Adamson Trophy easily defeating De La Salle 19 .7 (121) to 8 .15 (63) . North's defence was impregnable in the first and third quarters when kicking against the wind and always had control . The winning side : North Old Boy s B : M . Hedley, J . Griffin, M . Malone HB : S . Hibbert, P. Considine, M . Welch C : S . Weir, M . Borcich (Capt), W. Clark HF: D . Butera, J . Jordan, D . Galvan F : K . Hehir, G . Dillon, G . Burgin R: B . Horan, Garry Carroll, S . O'Rourke I/C : R . Cedaro, M . Shembre y Coach: Terry Scanlon Assist . Coach : Matt Purcell Best: Malone, Borcich, Griffin, O'Rourke, Hedley, Horan . 65 YEARS AGO - 1932 Old Scotch Collegians won its second successive A Section premiership when it defeated State Savings Bank by 28 points in a brilliant game at Elsternwick Park before a crowd of 2500 . Old Scotch played a brilliant second term to lead 6 .12 to 3 .5 at half time . Bank were not done with as they kicked 5 goals straight in the third term to trail 8 .5 to 7 .16 . They were unlucky at that stage to lose their centreman, Robert son, A Section best and fairest for the season, and centre half back, Coutts, with an injured shoulder. Davidson (Old Scotch) went into the ruck at this stage and dominated the last quarter . Pearson (Old Scotch) kicked 4 goals to take his tally to 126 and Chandler (S .S . Bank) kicked 3 to make the century. The Lieutenant-Governor, Sir William Irvine, presided at the Association's dinner in the Melbourne Town Hall to honour Mr L .A. Adamson's presidency over the last 40 years as he was retiring from the position . (Our historian, Joseph Johnson, has shown this was a misconception as Adamson did not become president until 1896 - N .R .) . They liked speeches in those days . The toast was proposed by Mr. W .A . Watt and supported by Mr . R .R . Sholl . Mr L .A . Adamson replied . Mr. E .W. O'Fee (VicePresident) proposed the toast to 'Kindred Associations' . There were four replies : Mr. C .M . Hickey (Australian Football Council), Mr. R .P . Franklin (Associated Public Schools), Dr. Alex Robertson (Aust . Cricket Board of Control) and Mr. H .R . Weir (Victorian Amateur Athletic Association) .

105 YEARS AGO - 1892 During the 18 game season, Collegians lost two games . Their scribe stated 'on each of the occasions mentioned the foreign ground and the weather were against the team' . He slammed St. Jude's 'their ground and arrangements are of such a .nature that it will be next to a miracle if they are ever defeated on it . The struggle for the premiership was essentially between Collegians, Alberton and St . Jude's . The return match with St .

Jude's on the Warehouseman's Ground (now the Albert Ground) was drawn because only goals counted . The scores were 3 .13 to 3 .1, and Collegians claimed a moral victory with 16 to 4 scoring shots . The final between Collegians and Alberton took place on the Toorak-Grosvenor Ground, attracting a large crowd . 'Really good football' by both sides resulted in a premiership to Collegians . 12 .7 to 5 .7 . The captain of the team was H .D . 'Grip' Johnson, a wonderful rover.

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31/8/97 Won by Old Haileybury

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30/8/97 Won by St Kevins

7/9/97 Won by Old Xaverians 6/9/97 Won by Old Brighton

13/9/97 Won by St Kevins

This Saturday Elsternwick Park

23/8/97 Won by Marcellin

30/8/97 Won by North 0 . Boys

6/9/97 Won by Marcellin

PREMIERS MARCELLIN

23/8/97 Won by Whitefriars

30/8/97 Won by Beaumaris

6/9/97 Won by Old Geelong

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24/8/97 Won by Kew

23/8/97 Won by Yarra Valley

30/8/97 Won by Kew

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E. Central

24/8/97 Won by Nth Brunswick

23/8/97 Won by Uni Blacks

30/8/97 Won by Nth Brunswick

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E . South

24/8/97 Won by Peninsula

23/8/97 Won by Southbank

30/8/97 Won by St Pats-Mentone

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3/8/97 (Sun .) Won by Mazenod

918/97 Won by 0. Xavs

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3/8/97 (Sun .) Won by Monash Whites

9/8/97 Won by Syndal Tally Ho

16/8/97 Won by Kew

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23/8/97 Won by 0. Paradians

30/8/97 Won by Uni. Blues

6/9/97 Won by Old Paradians

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23/8/97 Won by 0 . Scotch

30/8/97 Won by Collegians

6/9/97 Won by Old Scotch

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Won by Ormond

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RESULTS OF INVESTIGATION HEARING SEPTEMBER 12th, 1997 Following letters of complaint lodged by both Collegians and Old Scotch following the match played on August 23rd at Elsternwick Park, an Executive sub-committee investigating the incident found Old Scotch player Stephen Hume guilty of striking Collegians' player Anthony Parkin . Player Hume was suspended for 6 matches . Other: Both Ajax and MHSOB clubs accepted a prescribed penalty offered ($100) for their under 19 teams being involved in a melee in the match played on August 23rd . Both Banyule and St . Kilda Sth Caulfield (B section) accepted the presc ribed penalty offered ( $100) for their senior teams being involved in a melee in the match played on August 23rd .

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SENIORS : All registered players with a permi t SENIORS/RESERVES : If both teams are playing, reserve player must have played at least 2 matches in the senior or reserve teams in the 1997 season (be registered and have a permit) . UNDER 19: Must be registered and have a permit. If player has represented his club in more than 5 senior and reserve matches, he is ineligible unless he has played more than 5 under 19 matches. If a player is ineligible (due to above) and player does not obtain senior selection in his club's first senior final match he is eligible to play any subsequent U19 finals match . U19 players playing in VSFL U18 after June 30 must at round 16 decide where they will complete the season (VSFL or VAFA U19 only) i .e . any player who plays VSFL Under 18 football this weekend cannot play VAFA U18 football again this year . Where a club fields a second U19 team to qualify for the Section 2 team, player not to have played more than 10 matches in U19/1 team . RESERVES : Must be registered with a permit . Must have played 2 reserve matches and not more than 10 senior matches during the season .

FINA LS DRINKING - Clubs are advised that drinking alcohol after a curtainraiser finals match is not allowed - even if it is in the dressingrooms or follows an U19/reserves grand final . ELSTERNWICI£ PARK - Both sets of gates (Glenhuntly Road) and the back gates (entrance from St Kilda St) will be open for spectators to gain entrance to Elsternwick Park during the finals . A and B section grand finals $6 and $3 . There is no charge for cars parked outside the ground in the off-St Kilda St car park .

RUNNERS, A 1 E S5 WATER CARRIER S Umpires and duty officers have been instructed to inspect all runners', water carriers' and trainers' uniforms before matches and if not up to standard the official is to be told he/she is not able to take the field until attired correctly.

Behaviour - Runners . To deliver message from coach only and immediately leave the arena . Water Carriers. Not to deliver messages from coaches . Not to linger on the field of play. To deliver water only during a break in play or to players behind the passage of play. Trainers. May carry water if team short of water carriers . Otherwise can only enter field when a player requires medical assistance . Cannot deliver message from coach . Attire - Runners. VAFA jade top and VAFA club white shorts .Track pants if worn to be navy only. Water Carriers. VAFA gold top and VAFA white club shorts.Track pants if worn to be navy only. If runners or water carriers wear bike shorts they must be VAFA flesh colored tights only. No other garment is to be worn under the green or gold top. Trainers. VAFA white/blue top with navy blue track pants . If not VAFA top a plain white top only. If shorts, white shorts only . Caps - if worn must be purchased VAFA Properties only . * Umpire teamsheet comments will be transferred to weekly FINES LIST .

Original and pink copy must be lodged with umpires no later than half time of any match . Each player must sign the original clearly beside name which must show first and surname . Blue copy must be handed to opposition captain at toss of coin . C% THF AMATPI IR F[1hTRAI I FR 1 o07

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VAFA PREMIERSHIP LISTS 199 7 TEAM

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A RESERVE SECTIO N OLD SCOTCH 18 18 0 0 1868 894 208 .95 COLLEGIANS 18 15 0 3 1792 1068 167.79 OLD XAVERIANS 18 14 0 4 1794 1040 172 .50 DE LA SALLE 18 12 0 6 1793 1178 152 .21 OLD MELBURNIANS 18 9 0 9 1475 1341 109 .99 UNIVERSITY BLUES 18 9 0 9 1397 1318 105 .99 OLD PARADIANS 18 6 0 12 1113 1593 69 .87 OLD HAILEYBURY 18 3 0 15 906 1750 51 .77 OLD TRINITY 18 2 1 15 926 1816 50.99 ST BERNARDS 18 1 1 16 956 2022 47 .28

72 60 56 48 36 36 24 12 10 6

B RESERVE ST KEVINS 18 14 0 4 1787 969 184.42 ORMOND 18 13 1 4 1646 941 174 .92 OLD BRIGHTON 18 13 0 5 1668 931 179 .16 THERRYPENOLAOB 18 12 0 6 1356 1241 109 .27 MHSOB 18 11 0 7 1387 1100 126.09 MAZENOD 0 C 18 10 1 7 1337 1161 115.16 BANYULE 18 6 0 12 823 1722 47 .79 IVANHOE 18 5 0 13 1225 1388 88.26 OLD IVANHOE 18 4 0 14 886 1585 55 .90 ST KILDA SOUTH CAULFIELD18 0 0 18 532 1965 27 .07

56 54 52 48 44 42 24 20 16 0

C RESERVE ST BEDES MENTONE TIGER51817 1 0 1889 679 278.20 70 NORTH OLD BOYS 18 13 0 5 1672 829 201 .69 52 MARCELLIN 18 12 0 6 1184 862 137.35 48 MONASH BLUES 18 10 0 8 1151 1098 104.83 40 THOMASTOWN 18 8 1 9 1231 1294 95.13 34 ST LEOS EMMAUS W P 18 8 0 10 958 1287 74 .44 32 OLD MENTONIANS 18 7 0 11 1178 1256 9179 28 BULLEEN TEMPLESTOWE 18 7 0 11 962 1302 73 .89 28 HAMPTON ROVERS 18 5 0 13 845 1466 57 .64 20 AJAX 18 2 0 16 620 1617 38.34 8 D RESERVE SECTIO N WHITEFRIARS 18 16 0 2 1627 837 194 .38 64 OLD GEELONG 18 14 0 4 1332 773 172 .32 56 S2 PARKSIDE 18 13 0 5 1443 1014 142.31 OLD ESSENDON GRAMMAR18 9 1 8 1276 957 133 .33 38 CAULFIELD GRAMMAR 18 9 0 9 1012 985 102 .74 36 BEAUMARIS A F C 18 8 0 10 1113 1225 90.86 32 SALESIAN O C 18 6 0 12 992 1315 75.44 24 STJOHNS 0C 18 6 0 12 1009 1350 74.74 24 OLD CAMBERWELL 18 5 1 12 933 1259 74.11 22 AQUINAS O B 18 3 0 15 747 1853 40.31 1 2 E EAST RESERVE YARRA VALLEY OLD BOYS18 16 0 2 1849 741 249.53 KEW 18 16 0 2 1739 804 216.29 OLD CAREY 18 14 0 4 1359 601 226.12 RICHMOND CENTRAL 18 11 0 7 1351 1157 116.77 CHIRNSIDE PARK 18 9 0 9 1151 1017 113.18 BULLEEN COBRAS 18 9 0 9 1169 1069 109 .35 ELEY PARK A F C 18 6 0 12 928 1516 61 .21 ELTHAM COLLEGIANS 18 5 0 13 483 1733 27.87 HAWTHORN CITIZENS 18 4 0 14 661 2192 30.16

64 64 56 44 36 36 24 20 16

E CENTRAL RESERVE UNIVERSITY BLACKS 18 17 0 1 2034 291 698 .97 68 WILLIAMSTOWN CYMS 18 15 0 3 1648 704 234 .09 60 NORTH BRUNSWICK 18 12 0 6 1401 824 170 .02 48 UNIVERSITY REDS 18 12 0 6 1288 800 161 .00 48 U H S O B 18 11 0 7 1038 1132 91 .70 44 WEST BRUNSWICK 18 9 0 9 967 1234 78 .36 36 LATROBEUNIVERSITY 18 6 0 12 534 1580 33 .80 24 SWINBURNE UNIVERSITY 18 4 0 14 475 1712 27 .75 16 OLD WESTBOURNE A F C 18 4 0 14 453 1718 2637 1 6 E SOUTH RESERV E SOUTHBANK C B A AFC 18 18 0 0 2127 486 437,65 72 OAKLEIGH A F C 18 13 0 5 1191 1070 111 .31 52 PENINSULA 0 8 18 12 0 6 1405 812 173 .03 48 ST MARYS 18 11 0 7 1272 1329 95 .71 44 GLENHUNTLY 18 10 0 8 1067 1145 9319 40 POWER HOUSE 18 7 1 10 1034 1065 97 .09 30 ELSTERNWICK 18 7 0 11 1039 1295 80 .23 28 ST PATRICKS MENTONE 18 5 1 12 883 1324 6669 22 MONASH GRYPHONS 18 4 1 13 875 1389 62 .99 18 ANZ ALBERT PARK 18 1 1 16 708 1867 37 .92 6 Tuc eF.eeroi 10 cnnTO 1 I co

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CLUB XVIII (1) 15 12 0 3 15 12 0 3 15 11 0 4 15 10 0 5 15 9 1 5 15 8 1 6 15 4 0 11 15 4 0 11 15 3 0 12

AGST

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951 295 322 .37 48 887 644 137.73 48 944 685 137.81 44 774 685 112.99 40 804 584 137.67 38 687 722 95.15 34 469 967 48.50 16 368 940 3915 16 450 1126 39.96 1 2

CLUB XVIII (2) KEW 15 14 0 IS 1 1000 448 224 .2'2 56 SYNDAL TALLY HO 12 1 2 938 468 200.43 50 MONASH WHITES 15 11 0 4 926 561 165A6 44 MT LILYDALE O C 15 9 0 6 /058 641 165.05 36 MARCELLIN 15 7 0 8 557 690 82 .17 28 THORNBURY COUGARS 15 5 0 10 802 950 64 .42 20 OLD ESSENDON GRAMMARI5 4 1 10 522 1070 48,79 18 THERRY PENOLA OB 15 1 0 14 335 1227 27 .30 4 OLD GEELONG 4 0 0 4 132 346 38 .15 0 UNDER-19 SECTION OLD XAVERIANS 18 15 0 3 UNIVERSITY BLUES 18 13 0 5 OLD CAREY 18 12 0 6 OLD PARADIANS 18 11 0 7 DE LA SALLE 18 9 0 9 OLD MELBURNIANS 18 9 0 9 OLD BRIGHTON 18 8 0 10 MAZENOD O C 18 7 0 11 STBERNARDS 18 4 0 14 ST KEVINS 18 2 0 16

1 1880 1180 159 .32 1922 1224 157 .03 1736 1453 119 .48 1934 1602 120.72 1640 1550 103.14 1522 1642 92.69 1553 1650 94.12 1401 1799 77.88 1357 1948 69.66 1111 2213 50.20

60 52 48 44 36 36 32 28 16 8

UNDER-19 (2 ) COLLEGIANS 18 15 0 3 2076 1024 202.73 60 WHITEFRIARS 18 14 1 3 1665 1116 149.19 58 OLD SCOTCH 18 12 0 6 1855 1280 144.92 48 UNIVERSITY BLACKS 18 12 0 6 1S81 1208 130.88 48 BEAUMARIS A F C 18 10 0 8 1632 1407 115.99 40 OLD HAILEYBURY 18 9 1 8 1742 1371 127.06 38 OLD CAMBERWELL 18 6 0 12 1589 1588 101 .34 24 WILLIAMSTOWN CYMS 18 6 0 12 1351 2175 62.11 24 MARCELLIN 18 3 0 15 1180 1817 64 .94 12 WARRINGAL A F C 18 1 0 17 755 2825 26 .73 4 UNDER-19 (2) BLU E ST BEDES MENTONE TIGERS1818 0 0 2523 610 413 .61 72 ORMOND 18 15 0 3 1873 1173 159.68 60 MHSOB 18 15 0 3 1675 1100 152 .27 60 AJAX 18 10 0 8 1277 1471 86.81 40 HAMPTON ROVERS 18 9 0 9 1294 1475 87 .73 36 OLD XAVERIANS (2) 18 7 0 11 981 1526 64 .29 28 DE LA SALLE (2) 18 6 0 12 881 1502 58 .66 24 MONASH BLUES 18 6 0 12 950 1735 54 .76 24 OLD GEELONG 18 4 0 14 983 2036 48 .28 1 6 UNDER-19 (2) RED YARRA VALLEY 18 13 0 5 1666 1193 139 .65 52 OLD TRINITY 18 12 0 6 1641 1040 157 .79 48 ST LEO'S EMMAUS W P 18 11 0 7 1630 1344 121 .28 44 AQUINAS 0 C 18 11 0 7 1373 1538 89 .27 44 NORTH OLD BOYS 18 11 0 7 1184 1339 88 .42 44 THERRY PENOLA OB 18 10 0 8 1453 1521 95 .53 40 OLD PARADIANS (2) 18 9 0 9 1375 1599 85 .99 36 OLD IVANHOE 18 7 0 11 1272 1693 75 .13 28 CHIRNSIDE PARK 18 6 0 12 965 1923 50 .18 24

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VAFA PREMIERSHIP LIST S

199 7 TEAM NAM E OLD XAVERIANS OLD SCOTCH OLD HAILEYBURY COLLEGIANS DE LA SALL E OLD MELBURNIANS UNIVERSITY BLUES ST BERNARDS OLD TRINITY OLD PARADIANS

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W D L FOR AGAINST % A SECTIO N 13 0 5 1702 1237 137 .59 12 0 6 1705 1435 118 .82 1584 99 .37 11 1 6 1574 11 0 7 1693 1398 121 .10 11 0 7 1495 1501 99 .60 10 1 7 1561 1399 111 .5 8 8 0 10 1534 1654 92 .74 6 0 12 1547 1891 81 .81 4 0 14 1328 1659 80 .05 3 0 15 1122 1795 62 .5 1

OLD BRIGHTON 18 MHSOB 18 ORMOND 18 ST KEVINS 18 THERRY PENOLA OB 18 IVANHOE 18 OLD IVANHOE 18 MAZENOD O C 18 ST KILDA SOUTH CAULFIELD 18 BANYULE 1 8

14 12 12 12 11 10 8 7 4 0

B SECTION 0 4 0 6 0 6 0 6 0 7 0 8 0 10 0 11 0 14 0 18

2113 1987 1787 1950 1888 1936 1788 1788 1704 1400

1502 140.68 1537 129 .28 1400 127 .64 1581 123 .34 1842 102 .50 1772 109 .26 1837 97 .33 1800 99 .33 2482 68.65 2588 54.1 0

NORTH OLD BOYS 18 ST BEDES MENTONE TIGERS 18 MARCELLIN 18 OLD MENTONIANS 18 BULLEEN TEMPLESTOWE 18 THOMASTOWN 18 ST LEOS EMMAUS W P 18 HAMPTON ROVERS 18 MONASH BLUES 18 AJAX 1 8

17 15 14 12 10 6 6 5 5 0

C SECTIO N 0 1 0 3 0 4 0 6 0 8 0 12 0 12 0 13 0 13 0 18

2108 2338 1985 1988 2044 1673 1585 1495 1275 1055

1135 185.73 1405 166.41 1163 170.68 1615 123.10 1830 111 .69 1865 89.71 1966 60 .62 1952 76 .59 2173 58 .67 2442 43 .2 0

OLD GEELONG 18 BEAUMARIS A F C 18 WHITEFRIARS 18 PARKSIDE 18 OLD ESSENDON GRAMMAR 18 AOUINAS 0 B 18 SALESIAN O C 18 ST JOHNS O C 18 CAULFIELD GRAMMAR 18 OLD CAMBERWELL 1 8

15 14 13 10

D SECTIO N 0 3 2002 0 4 1808 0 5 1846 0 8 175 1 9 1672 10 1625 11 1585 11 1462 13 1340 16 1255

1345 148 .85 1397 129.42 1462 126.27 1781 98.32 1627 102.77 1813 89 .63 1735 91 .35 1740 84 .02 1574 85 .13 1872 67 .04

OLD CAREY 18 YARRA VALLEY OLD BOYS 18 KEW 18 RICHMOND CENTRAL 18 CHIRNSIDE PARK 18 BULLEEN COBRAS 18 ELEY PARK A F C 18 ELTHAM COLLEGIANS 18 HAWTHORN CITIZENS 1 8

E EAST SECTION 17 0 1 2081 16 0 2 2427 15 0 3 2449 11 0 7 1721 10 1 7 1654 8 1 9 1588 5 0 13 993 4 0 14 777 3 0 15 927

1009 206 .24 1199 202 .42 1061 230.82 1441 119 .43 1294 127.82 1392 114.08 2162 45.93 2635 29.49 2424 38.24

WILLIAMSTOWN CYMS 18 UNIVERSITY BLACKS 18 UHSOB 18 NORTH BRUNSWICK 18 UNIVERSITY REDS 18 OLD WESTBOURNE A F C 18 LA TROBE UNIVERSITY 18 SWINBURNE UNIVERSITY A F C 18 WEST BRUNSWICK 1 8

18 0 0 15 0 3 11 0 7 11 0 7 8 0 10 8 0 10 7 0 11 7 0 11 5 0 13

SOUTHBANK C B A AFC ST PATRICKS MENTONE PENINSULA 0 B POWER HOUSE OAKLEIGH A F C GLENHUNTLY ST MARYS ELSTERNWICK MONASH GRYPHONS ANZ ALBERT PARK

18 0 0 14 0 4 13 0 5 10 0 8 10 0 8 8 0 10 7 0 11 5 0 13 4 0 14 1 0 17

9 8 7 7 5 2

0 0 0 0 0 0

E CENTRAL SECTIO N 1875 1944 1444 1248 1307 1252 1174 1043 949

E SOUTH SECTION

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18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

2664 2063 1929 2129 183 8 1761 1585 1543 1531 1189

1030 182 .04 889 218 .67 1291 111 .85 1359 91 .83 1508 86 .67 1466 85 .40 1513 77 .59 1470 70.95 1710 55.50 991 268.82 1482 139.20 1344 143 .53 1650 129 .03 1725 106 .55 1912 92 .10 2019 78 .50 2391 64 .53 2047 74.79 2671 44.52

POINTS 52 48 46 44 44 42 32 24 16 1 2

56 48 48 48 44 40 32 28 16 0

68 60 56 48 40 24 24 20 20 0 60 56 52 40 36 32 28 28 20 8 68 64 60 44 42 34 20 16 1 2

72 60 44 44 32 32 28 28 20

72 56 52 40 40 32 28 20 16 4