Old Geelong finds winning ways as the Sharks produce their biggest win this season

It was a round of mixed results across the board for Premier B but both Fitzroy and St Bernard’s remain unbeaten for the season. Meanwhile St Bedes/Mentone Tigers were able to snatch a victory to stay in reaching distance of the top teams.

The largest win of the weekend went to Beaumaris who pulled away to win by 137 points against Monash Blues. It’s the highest score kicked by a team this season in Premier B with the Sharks scoring 27 goals from 12 individual goal kickers. James Freeman had a satisfying day down forward with seven goals while Joseph Nowell booted home five majors. Callum Heath backed up his tremendous form of recent weeks to finish as the Sharks best player as he too kicked a major. The Sharks have now only dropped the one game to St Bernard’s but sit comfortably in third position with this win acting as a healthy percentage booster. For Monash Blues, Mitch King was able to show some fight as he kicked three goals as well as being named their best player.

On what was a special day for St Bernard’s, they were able to celebrate their 60 th year in the VAFA competition with smiles as they defeated Old Trinity to the tune of 66 points. The Snowdog’s came out firing kicking five goals to win in the first quarter before Trinity were able to hit back in the second quarter with six goals to cut a margin back to 17 points. However, the third quarter saw the game creep into the hands of the Snowdog’s keeping Trinity goalless. Ben Huggard continued to hit his top form with a best on ground performance and two majors with Fergus McNicol providing service up forward to finish with four goals. Oliver Scott for Trinity was again their best player with Dominic Payman not far behind him with three goals.

Fitzroy have also continued their unbeaten streak as they defeated AJAX by 43 points. It’s been a rough start to the season for AJAX having played both undefeated teams already as well as Old Geelong and St Bedes/ Mentone in the opening six rounds of footy. Fitzroy were able to kick clear in the final quarter, but AJAX fought on valiantly. The margin was only one point a quarter time as AJAX matched the Roys with four goals each, but they just couldn’t stick with them during the second half. Charlie Faubel and Luke Baker were strong up forward for the Roys with three goals each while Max Ellis was named Fitzroy’s best player. For AJAX Ben Krongold was once again competitive with two majors and Charles Hamilton also showed fight as he was named their best player.

Meanwhile St Bedes/Mentone were able to secure their third win of the season against De La Salle in what was a competitive game. The Tigers trailed at half time by eight points but were able to stifle the De La Salle attack in the third quarter to restrict them to two goals and edge clear by 16 points at the final break. The last quarter saw the Tigers kick just one goal, but it was enough for them to pull away with the win. Ben Murphy was able to hit the scoreboard with three goals while Michael Barnes was able to assist with two goals and a best on ground display. For De La Salle, Sam Williams and Liam Murphy were both impressive and helped keep them in the game.

The final game of the round saw Old Geelong pull through to win by just five points against Williamstown CYMS. Geelong had to win the hard way as they came from behind after trailing at three quarter time by 16 points. Its now their third consecutive win as they stay a game clear of De La Salle in fourth position. Impressively its also the fourth time they have kicked over 100 points and on all four occasions they have come away winners. Mickey Nicholls continued his superb year with another three goals for the season bringing his season goal total to 15 while Sam Barnett booted three goals also to progress his total to 14 goals this season. Scott Dixon was Old Geelong’s best player as they continue to shine with their offensive game and attack in the forward line.

This weekend will see quality matchups across the board with the first game of the round to feature AJAX up against Monash Blues. One team will walk away with their first win of the season, and it’s tipped to be a tight tussle between these two sides. Williamstown have also found a patch of form which saw them get their first win in round five and go right to the line against Old Geelong. This week their challenge will be De La Salle who are looking to respond after their loss to the Tigers. Meanwhile St Bernard’s will travel out to Geelong College to take on Old Geelong with the Snowdog’s looking to maintain their perfect streak to start the season. Old Trinity will welcome St Bedes/Mentone which will be a close contest considering these two sides sit sixth and seventh respectively. But the biggest game of the weekend will feature ladder leaders Fitzroy up against their toughest challenge yet, Beaumaris, as the Sharks look to snap up their sixth win this season.

Round 6 Results

2023 PREMIER B MEN’S

GOALS: Fitzroy: C. Faubel 3, L. Baker 3, R. Seakins 2, J. Hart 2, T. Wilson 1, H. Grace 1, L. Ramshaw 1, T. Clayton 1, D. Megennis 1

AJAX: B. Krongold 2, B. Caplan 1, D. Paltiel 1, R. Simon 1, Z. Fleisher 1, M. Herzel 1, J. Cohen

BEST: Fitzroy: M. Ellis, N. Ligris, N. Wright, L. Baker, J. Hart, R. Seakins

AJAX: C. Hamilton, H. Davis, N. Webb, E. Debinski, B. Krongold, J. Cohen Beaumaris

GOALS: Beaumaris: J. Freeman 7, J. Nowell 5, M. Harms 4, W. Skinner 2, R. Virtue 2, J. Ward 1, D. McNeish 1, C. Heath 1, B. Andrews 1, N. Plevritis 1, B. Young 1, J. Gorman 1

Monash Blues: M. King 3, N. Darling 2, N. Angus 1, M. Waring 1

BEST: Beaumaris: C. Heath, C. Murphy, J. Nowell, J. Freeman, R. Virtue, J. Gorman

Monash Blues: M. King, N. Darling, M. Waring, B. McShane, D. Easson, J. Flett

St Bedes / Mentone Tigers

De La Salle

GOALS: St Bedes / Mentone Tigers: B. Murphy 3, M. Barnes 2, C. Lewis 1, M. Caia 1, J. Ferraro 1, M. Lehpamer 1, B. O’Toole 1, C. Duffy 1

De La Salle: L. Eldering 3, C. Algeri 1, A. Indovino 1, J. Williams 1, L. Gawel 1, S. Williams 1, L. Jenkins 1

BEST: St Bedes / Mentone Tigers: M. Barnes, L. Palfrey, N. Taylor, B. O’Toole , N. Grech, Z. Calvez

De La Salle: S. Williams, L. Murphy, N. Scollo, C. Algeri, L. Eldering, L. Wood

GOALS: St Bernards: F. McNicol 4, L. Di Lizio 2, J. O’Sullivan 2, B. Huggard 2, O. Liberatore 1, L. Alessio 1, C. Vague 1, H. Schumann 1, M. Holland 1, D. Mott 1, Z. Overman 1

Old Trinity: D. Payman 3, J. Hindson 2, B. Smith 2, L. Jackson 1

BEST: St Bernards: B. Huggard, E. Schumann, C. Vague, B. Overman, F. McNicol, M. Gollant

Old Trinity: O. Scott, D. Payman, J. Hindson, H. Thompson, B. Littlefield, J. Ingpen

GOALS: Old Geelong: S. Barnett 3, M. Nicholls 3, J. Frew 2, S. Harrison 2, C. Dixon 2, J. Jess 1, N. Morwood 1

Williamstown CYMS: W. Smyth 5, W. Bokma 1, D. Andrews 1, R. Chan 1, J. Haines 1, J. Harrison 1, L. Conway 1, R. Diwell 1, J. Busuttil 1, M. Jacob 1, T. Roordink 1

BEST: Old Geelong: S. Dixon, S. Barnett, J. Jess, J. Sheridan, M. Bird, S. Harrison Williamstown CYMS: W. Bokma, B. Tucker, D. Andrews , R. Chan, N. Provest, W. Smyth

2023 PREMIER B RESERVE MEN’S

GOALS: Fitzroy: W. Zaghis 5, B. Fendyk 4, R. Borland 3, P. Curcio 3, L. Parker 2, M. Nelson 2, L. Minahan 1, L. Johnson 1

AJAX: D. Cohen 1, D. Rothschild 1, J. Bade-Kennett 1, R. Michelson 1

BEST: Fitzroy: H. Staples, P. McGrath, L. Minahan, B. Fendyk, P. Curcio, R. Borland

AJAX: D. Rothschild, B. Michelson, J. Berkowitz, R. Michelson, J. Velleman, N. Spitz

GOALS: Beaumaris: J. Smith 4, J. Trew 3, J. Rodwell 3, N. Beveridge 2, M. Lovejoy 2, J. Tinker 2, B. Hughes 1, L. Daniels 1, L. Martin 1, B. Drew 1, P. Franklin 1

Monash Blues: R. Obrien 1, H. Brouwer 1, S. Lawson 1, J. Godfrey 1

BEST: Beaumaris: J. Rodwell, K. Thomson, J. Smith, M. Lovejoy, J. Evans

Monash Blues: S. Lawson, H. Unkenstein, J. Godfrey, R. Phillips, W. Stevenson-Vissers, W. Kennedy

De La Salle

St Bedes / Mentone Tigers 1.1

GOALS: De La Salle: H. Curtis 1, D. Grant 1, J. Hanley 1, P. Bohan 1, N. Robertson 1, E. Clinch 1

St Bedes / Mentone Tigers: B. Goodchild 2, J. Patounas 1, S. Browne 1

BEST: De La Salle: H. Curtis, J. White, J. Hanley, N. Catrice, S. Burrill

St Bedes / Mentone Tigers: L. Carey, B. Goodchild, R. Kennedy, C. McCready, S. Mayne, S. Browne

Round 7 Tips

Fitzroyv Beaumaris

St Bernards

Old Trinity

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GOALS: St Bernards: D. Kennedy 3, M. Zocalli 3, D. Colaco 2, Z. O’Halloran 1, M. Caven 1, M. Eid 1, N. Foley 1, H. Thorpe 1

Old Trinity: W. Cooper 2, C. Simondson 1, L. McLean 1, L. Milner 1, E. Satur 1, L. Scobie 1, B. Cook 1, M. Moran 1

BEST: St Bernards: D. Kennedy, M. Eid, N. Foley, N. Di Lizio, Z. O’Halloran, D. Colaco

Old Trinity: O. Stella, W. Cooper, L. Milner, C. Pohl, J. Purcell, J. Sando

Old Geelong 3.3

Williamstown CYMS

GOALS: Old Geelong: S. Hooper 4, T. Furphy 2, J. Green 2, T. Clark 1, J. Brownhill 1, L. Morwood 1, W. Simson 1, T. Lever 1, J. Tenace 1

Williamstown CYMS: J. Walker 3, T. Ball 2, E. Hunt 2, O. Hill 1, H. Azzopardi 1

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BEST: Old Geelong: J. Green, J. Brownhill, S. Hooper, H. Rowlands, L. Morwood, W. Beattie

Williamstown CYMS:

Monash drop first points but remain unbeaten

The VAFA Premier B Women’s competition continued with another thrilling round of matches that featured the first draw of the season.

Aquinas OC faced off against North Brunswick in a clash that saw Aquinas dominate from start to finish. The final scores reflected Aquinas’ dominance, with a significant margin of 83 points. Aquinas were strong in attack, booting 14 goals, hitting the 100-point barrier. Holly Spicer led the charge for Aquinas with an impressive five goals, while Meg Dargan and Molly Sheehan contributed with two goals each. Best players for Aquinas included White, Spicer, and Box. Despite their loss, North Brunswick’s Ruby-Rose Haywood managed to score two goals and put in a commendable performance. Notable players for North Brunswick were Spitzkowsky and Franks. Aquinas will look to carry their momentum into the next round against Mazenod.

The match between St Bedes/Mentone Tigers and Brunswick showcased an exciting battle on the field. The Tigers dominated the game, displaying their offensive prowess and tight defence. They secured a convincing victory, with a final score of 57 to 22 in their favour. SBMT exhibited a balanced attacking strategy, with multiple players contributing to their goal tally. Laura Amelung stood out, scoring three goals, while other goal-kickers included Tilley, Binios, Harrison, Ward, and Strode. Madeleine Tilley’s exceptional performance earned her the title of best player for St Bedes/Mentone. For Brunswick, Molnar found the goals twice, and Dumitriu kicked one. The standout performers for Brunswick were Dumitriu and Molnar.

The clash between top four sides Monash Blues and Old Yarra Cobras resulted in a low-scoring and closely contested affair, resulting in the season’s first draw, with both teams kicking one goal one. Monash Blues’ sole goal came from the boot of Molly McFarlane, while for Old Yarra Cobras, it was Michaela Molenberg. Both majors came in the third quarter. The best players for Monash were Myers, Conroy, and Grills, who displayed exceptional skills and determination throughout the match. For Old Yarra Cobras, Jevric, Pascoe, and Murray put in noteworthy performances. The draw leaves Monash undefeated on top of the ladder, with the Cobras third.

The final game of the round saw Mazenod just get over the line against Richmond Central. Mazenod started strong on their home deck, kicking their only two goals of the game in the first quarter, through Charlotte Skinner and Lara Del Conte. Richmond stepped it up in the second term kicking their first major, while another in the third reduced the margin to four points – goal kickers were Christie Brewis and Claire Schelske. The final term saw Richmond kick two behinds but it wasn’t enough as Mazenod were victorious. Best players were Nicola Pigott for Mazenod and Georgia Harris for Richmond Central.

Round 6 Results

2023 PREMIER B WOMEN’S

GOALS: Aquinas OC: H. Spicer 5, M. Dargan 2, M. Sheehan 2, L. McHugh 2, S. Jones 1, E. Box 1, Y. Cook 1

North Brunswick: R. Haywood 2

BEST: Aquinas OC: J. White, H. Spicer, E. Box, M. Dargan, L. McHugh, C. Schmidli

North Brunswick: F. Spitzkowsky, M. Franks, E. Ryan, R. Haywood, D. Adams, C. Holzheimer

GOALS: St Bedes/Mentone Tigers: L. Amelung 3, M. Tilley 1, T. Binios 1, M. Harrison 1, C. Ward 1, A. Strode 1

Brunswick: E. Molnar 2, L. Dumitriu 1

BEST: St Bedes/Mentone Tigers: M. Tilley, T. Elwin, A. Strode, R. Bennett, A. Andunga, L. Amelung

Brunswick: L. Dumitriu, E. Molnar, T. Hayes, W. Cengiz-Mawson, E. Mactaggart

GOALS: Monash Blues: M. McFarlane 1

Old Yarra Cobras: M. Molenberg 1

BEST: Monash Blues: A. Myers, E. Conroy, E. Grills, J. Dallas, T. Heath, S. Rose

Old Yarra Cobras: C. Jevric, B. Pascoe, A. Murray, B. Harris, C. Sheldon-Collins

2023 PREMIER B WOMEN’S RESERVE

AQUINAS OC v. NORTH BRUNSWICK Round 6 - 20/05/2023

Aquinas OC won by foreit.

MAZENOD OC v. RICHMOND CENTRAL Round 6 - 20/05/2023

Mazenod OC won by foreit.

GOALS: St Bedes/Mentone Tigers:

O. Milkeraitis 1, L. Geschke 1, S. Waata 1, J. Honey 1

Brunswick:

V. Lussini 1, A. Dillon 1

B EST: St Bedes/Mentone Tigers:

C. Murphy, L. Geschke, R. Cusack, B. Zeler, B. Millen, O. Milkeraitis

Brunswick:

R. Puche, M. McNeel, K. Sullivan, R. Poata, J. Brown

Old

GOALS: Old Yarra Cobras:

K. Lyth 2, C. Tuckett 1, A. Jones 1

Monash Blues:

BEST: Old Yarra Cobras:

N. Leereveld, S. San, K. Lyth, G. De cesare, C. Harris

M onash Blues:

F. Timmins, S. Bingham, A. Naylor, A. Postlethwaite, S. Blackshaw, I. Fishlock

PEGS remain unbeaten while Camberwell holds on

Round 6 of the Premier C Men’s competition delivered yet another set of exciting games.

After suffering consecutive defeats by significant margins in the past two weeks, Mazenod aimed to make a strong comeback against the second-placed Old Camberwell Grammarians. They went into halftime trailing by just a single point.

The second half of the game was fiercely contested, and with only two minutes remaining, the margin remained unchanged. Riley Verbi drew a high tackle 50 meters out from the goal and strategically used up the clock with a shot on goal. It was at this crucial moment that Harry Laukens took a remarkable goal-line mark off Verbi’s kick, effectively running down the clock before sealing the victory.

Meanwhile, Lachie Powell of Camberwell displayed his exceptional goalkicking dominance by slotting 3 goals throughout the match.

After a spirited fight in the first three quarters following their bye, Hampton Rovers found themselves trailing the undefeated table-toppers, PEGS, by just 1 point at three-quarter time. However, PEGS proved their dominance in the competition during the final quarter, emerging as 13-point victors and extending their undefeated streak.

Old Carey, needing a victory after last week’s draw, secured a much-needed 37-point win over Marcellin. With this win, Old Carey moved up to the middle of the ladder and balanced their win-loss record. Unfortunately for Marcellin, their struggles continued after their incredible win last week, as they now find themselves at the bottom of the ladder. They will need to urgently turn their season around after their upcoming bye.

Mitchell Wooffindin played a pivotal role for Carey, impressing with 4 goals. Additionally, Nicholas Brewin, Lachlan Godden, Shaun Tyquin, and Lachlan Rush each contributed 3 goals in this highscoring match.

At three-quarter time, Parkdale held a narrow 20-point lead over Ormond. However, in the final quarter, Parkdale demonstrated their dominance by preventing Ormond from scoring a single goal, ultimately securing a commanding 41-point victory, and solidifying their position in the top four on the ladder.

Old Ivanhoe Grammarians enjoyed a bye this week and will eagerly anticipate returning to action in Round 7 against the Hampton Rovers.

Round 7 promises several exciting matchups to look forward to, including the clash between PEGS and Old Carey. Old Carey will aim to climb the ladder, while PEGS seeks to maintain their unbeaten streak.

Round 7 Tips

Round 6 Results

2023 PREMIER C MEN’S

GOALS: Parkdale Vultures: M. Phillips 3, J. Alnwick 2, J. Vorbach 2, J. Manning 2, L. Vorbach

1, L. Sargeant 1, R. Macdermid 1

Ormond: Z. Dakis 3, D. Langlands 2

BEST: Parkdale Vultures: Y. Hopkins-Gamble, B. Findlay, M. Emmanouil, H. Kilfoyle, M. Phillips, C. Yee

Ormond: J. Tsakonas , H. Persson, D. Langlands, R. Kennedy, Z. Dakis, D. Szydlik PEGS

GOALS: PEGS Football Club: T. Saggio 3, Z. Genovesi 1, E. Caddeo 1, D. Scott 1, R. Simmons

1, B. Hannah 1, D. Flaherty 1

Hampton Rovers: C. Morris 3, J. Keys 1, A. Folino 1, H. McIntyre 1, M. Coughlin 1

BEST: PEGS Football Club: B. Roach, J. Mckernan, M. Baker-West, T. Saggio, D. Flaherty, L. Hogan

Hampton Rovers: M. van der Straaten, J. McPherson, O. Roberts, H. Crisp, J. Keys, C. Perkins

GOALS: Old Camberwell Grammarians: L. Powell 3, B. Hart 3, H. Laukens 1, R. Verbi 1, A. Milham 1

Mazenod OC: J. Caspersz 3, J. McDonnell 1, H. Boyce 1, M. Fewings 1, J. Murdock 1

BEST: Old Camberwell Grammarians: H. McColl, J. Allen, H. Veitch, S. Veitch, T. Oliver, W. Nevill

Mazenod OC: L. Riley, F. Ford, A. Kovac, T. McKenna, T. Warby, J. Caspersz

GOALS: Old Carey: M. Wooffindin 4, N. Brewin 3, L. Godden 3, J. Alexander 1, M. Lock 1, O. Dickson 1

Marcellin OC: S. Tyquin 3, L. Rush 3, C. Robinson 1, P. Howe 1

BEST: Old Carey: T. Jepson, M. Wooffindin, L. Anderson, Z. Adam, M. Lock, L. Senior Marcellin OC: S. Tyquin, L. Rush, J. Atwell, P. Howe, R. Elphinstone, P. Lunn

2023 PREMIER C RESERVE MEN’S

GOALS: Ormond: L. Adlington 2, U. Urban 1, T. Natsikas 1, H. Penhall 1 Parkdale Vultures: D. Williamson 1, C. Williamson 1

BEST: Ormond: K. Baker-Hill, S. Gunning, T. Smith, T. Oaten, A. Soria, A. Grey

Parkdale Vultures: B. Macdermid, B. Peake, K. Colella, L. Matic, L. Murie, S. Luscombe

GOALS: Hampton Rovers: N. Jackson 2, J. Donald 2, J. Bowditch 1, A. Woolston 1, L. Costello 1

PEGS Football Club: J. Latter-Gauci 1, J. Newett 1, J. Martino 1, J. La Rocca 1

BEST: Hampton Rovers: A. Woolston, N. Assirvaden, N. Jackson, J. Donald, J. Wilson, A. Hug

PEGS Football Club: Z. Hertz, J. Kerr, T. Bowden, L. Bowden, N. Senserrick, J. Latter-Gauci Mazenod

Old Camberwell Grammarians 0.0

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GOALS: Mazenod OC: F. Palleschi 4, C. Wales 4, J. Boyle 4, P. Ilic 3, E. Mckenzie 1, B. Riley 1, B. Wales 1, K. Tellis 1, L. Sherlock 1, J. McKenna 1, D. Hayes 1, H. Boxshall 1

Old Camberwell Grammarians: J. Seaton-nichol 2

BEST: Mazenod OC: L. Sherlock, J. Boyle, B. Riley, C. Wales, J. McKenna, E. Sherlock

Old Camberwell Grammarians: J. Seaton-nichol, M. Vogel, K. Buntine, T. Nicholson, C. Young, C. Hillier Marcellin OC

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GOALS: Marcellin OC: N. James 2, A. Salvatore 1, A. Menegas 1, M. Ellway 1, D. Ortisi 1, D. Lunn 1, H. Pertile 1, S. Bartholomeusz 1

Old Carey: M. Razums 2, J. Desmier 1, J. Walsh 1, N. Valentine 1

BEST: Marcellin OC: M. Lane, P. Bourke, M. Ellway, A. Prato, T. Hancock, C. Kemp

Old Carey: C. Cameron, N. Marshallsay, H. Thomson, J. Cator, N. Valentine, J. Quartermain