Football

A top-of-the-table thriller, a five-goal bag and one major upset - Scoop takes us through all the weekend action in the Round Three Rundown.

Hats off to Aaron Tymms' led Melton (11.12-78)who remain the only undefeated side in the BFNL after a thrilling one-point win over Sebastopol (12.5-77)at MacPhersons Park on Saturday. The Bloods were without their preferred starting midfield of Ben Archard, Dyson Stevens and Matt Denham, but managed to hold off a gallant 'Burras outfit fresh off the bye. In arguably the most physical game of the round, Young Blood Bailey Mawson was recognised as Best on Ground in just his ninth senior game, while the Carter brothers and Kevin Klix combined for eight of Melton's 11 goals to help register the winning score. For the 'Burras, midfielders Lachlan Cassidy, Luke Kiel (three goals), and Ryan Noether fought tirelessly all day with tall-man Toby Hutt only to fall agonisingly short at the final siren. The Bloods face the toughest draw in 2021 and will be thrilled with their 3-0 start, having accounted for Melton South, Sunbury and now Sebastopol. The 'Burras (1-1), on the other hand, will have lost no admirers with their effort on the road.

A much-improved Melton South (16.8-104)has shrugged off the challenge of a wasteful Bacchus Marsh (10.14-74)to record a deserved 30-point win at home on Saturday. The Panthers took full advantage of a door left wide open by the Cobras in the early stages, who booted 1.6 with the slight breeze before the Panthers had even settled. But in fairness, the Cobras inefficiency didn't rest entirely on their returns in front of goal. Despite having an equal share of the footy, if not more, Bacchus Marsh's hard work to win the footy was often undone by a lack of fundamental execution. Full credit to the Panthers, they'll be a tough match-up for any side moving forward given their top-end talent are all north of 6’1” in the old - extremely mobile, very good overhead, dangerous around goal and can kick the ball 'a mile'. I speak of Bradley Olsson, Dylan Conway, Paul Curtis, Ryan Pendlebury and Shaun Wyatt, all of whom played influential roles in Saturday's win (including a collective 10 goals). Credit must also go to Panthers coach Heath Pritchard, who rolled the dice successfully in the final term, throwing athletic type Will Thornton-Gielen into the ruck to combat a dominant yet tiring Daniel Burton.

East Point (13.15-93)continued their see-sawing start to 2021 with a 23-point win over a bullish Sunbury (9.16-70)at Eastern Oval on Saturday. Fortunately for the Kangas, they've been on the right side of their 'game of two halves' scenario in two of their opening three games but rest assured, coach Jake Bridges will be wanting an end to this scoreboard pattern before it's given 'all too familiar' status. Round One saw East Point return halves of +29 points and -47 points against Sebastopol. Round Two was -19 points in the first half and +66 points in the second half against the Lakers, and they were +56 points after half-time then -33 points in the second half against Sunbury at the weekend. What does that tell us about the reigning dual Premiers? Their best still remains arguably the best of any, but if you're prepared to bring your A-game, you're a real chance. To say Sunbury made a mess of their opening half on the road against East Point is an understatement. The Lions paltry 2.8-20 scoreline at half-time was grossly inferior to the Kangas 11.10-76. Game - essentially - over. Not even a seven-goals to two second half was enough for Sunbury to compensate for the damage. Cam Lovig and Billy Jones were best-on for the winners as the Kangas savoured the return of star utility Jacob Brown. Inside-mid and contest beast Mickitja Rotumah-Onus did not play. For the Lions, Alec Goodson (three goals) and Dylan Featon were the best of a group in need of more from their top-end if they are to overcome the better sides (like East Point), especially on the road.

Redan (19.12-126)put Ballarat (10.12-72)to the sword in the opening half of Saturday's encounter at City Oval to set up a comfortable 54-point win. Both sides went into their Round Three clash sitting at 1-1 and would have been confident of finishing the day in a positive win-loss position. But it was Redan who got off to a flyer, clearly more mentally prepared than their Swans opponents to lead by 34-points at the first change and then by 50-points at the main break. It was the second week in a row Ballarat has effectively missed the start after a goalless opening term against North Ballarat in Round Two, where they trailed by 23-points. Catch up footy is exhausting and, while competitive in the second half, the Swans were no match for the Lions over the four-quarter journey. While Josh Gibson's Swans debut was put on hold for another week, the Lions welcomed back star midfielder Lachie George with immediate results. Experienced forward Dean Chester (five goals) continued his run of form in front of the big sticks to be among nine Redan goalkickers for the afternoon. Jacob Short, along with George and Cooper Craig-Peters, was named in the best for the winners, while the Swans’ Luke Wynd and Jack Blackburn were acknowledged for their efforts in a losing side. 

For some, Lake Wendouree's (14.15-99)seven-point win over North Ballarat City (13.14-92)was the upset of the round. The Lakers were able to recapture the form from their opening half against East Point in Round Two (led by 19 points) to lead Brendan McCartney's young guns by 15-points. The difference at the half could well have been more given the Lakers had double the scoring shots at the break, with the scoreline sitting at Lakers 7.13-55 vs City 6.4-40. But, unlike the Lakers’ Round Two second-half fade out against the Kangas, they were able to match it with (at the time) the undefeated City in general play and, more importantly, on the scoreboard. Despite marginally losing the second half by eight points, Lakers coach Dale Power would be thrilled his boys found a way to muster back-to-back seven-goal halves to secure the win. For the record, it was the Lakers’ highest score since June 2^nd 2018 (Rd6: 17.13-115 vs Melton South) and only the seventh game in their last 28 to register 10 goals or more. Callum McKay and Flynn Loader booted three goals each for the winners, while seventeen-year-old debutant Josh Rentsch (195cm, 96kg) was named best afield ahead of an in-form Ashley Simpson. For City, youngsters Riley Polkinghorne (best) and Josh Chatfield (four goals) continue to impress.

Nailbiters, upsets, and footy under lights - Scoop takes us through all the weekend action in the Round Two Rundown.

Melton (8.8-56) remain unbeaten at the top of the BFNL table following their 17-point come-from-behind win over Sunbury (5.9-39) at Clarke Oval. Full credit must go to Aaron Tymms and his Bloods, who booted 6.5 to the Lions 2.1 in the second half to claim the upset over the pre-game favourites. While both sides won their season openers convincingly, it was Sunbury, with the additions of David Kovacevic, Harry Minton-Connell (Port Melbourne) and Wade Derksen (Essendon VFL) who were expected to win. But nobody, it seems, gave Melton the brief. The Bloods, missing Ben Archard (hamstring), Dyson Stevens (hamstring), Kevin Klix (hamstring) and Lachie Watkins (kidney) showed the kind of desire and courage that’s worthy of title conversation. Dangerous Melton forward, Braedan Kight (four goals), enjoyed an off the chain day, which proved to be the difference over a Sunbury outfit just Mitch Conn short of full strength. The Bloods win was soured by a season-ending injury to club favourite, Matty Denham (ACL).

Redan (14.12-96) have survived an almighty scare on the road to win a thriller against Melton South (14.11-95) by one point. The Lions, without both Orron Stephenson for a second week and ball magnet Lachie George, could not shrug off an improved Panthers line-up desperate to open their account in front of their footy-starved loyal fans. When scores were locked together at the final change, one could be forgiven thinking the Panthers’ accurate shooting for goal (13.5-83) versus the Lions (12.11-83) would hold them in good stead en-route to victory. But no. Melton South added 1.6 in the final term (including three posters) to fall agonisingly short, with a late soccer goal from the visitors sealing their fate. Lions young gun Cooper Craig-Peters was named best afield for the winners, while a blend of youth, Izaac Grant (four goals) and experience, Dean Chester (four goals) did the bulk of the damage forward. For a gallant in defeat Panthers, newcomers Bradley Olsson and Shaun Wyatt troubled the visitors, while Dylan Conway (4.7) continues to provide headaches for any opposition defence. Despite speculation, Werribee affiliate Ryan Pendlebury and Coburg's Aaron Clarke did not play for the Panthers.

Dual reigning premiers East Point (14.13-97) were forced to endure a rare hunters' role as they reeled in a 19-point half-time deficit to overwhelm a plucky Lake Wendouree (7.8-50) by 47 points first up off the bye at Eastern Oval on Saturday. Kangas fans would have been stunned at the main break, searching for a second-half response that was non-existent in their season open surrender against Sebastopol. But credit to East Point coach Jake Bridges and his men who dug in to kick twelve goals to two after half-time to win comfortably in the end. Lakers coach Dale Power would have been thrilled with their opening half taking it right up to the 2018 and 2019 premiers but, alas, were unable to hit the scoreboard in the second half - a facet of the game the club is hoping to improve on. The Lakers had seven individual goalkickers on the day and would be crying out for a key forward that can return multiple goals week in, week out. Joe Dodd and Jack Ganley were named best for the winners, while James Lukich and Bryce McDougall booted three goals each. For the Lakers, Ashley Simpson and Callum Harte won more than their fair share of the ball.

Bacchus Marsh (11.11-77) were too good for cross-town rivals Darley (3.3-21) under lights at Maddingley Park on Saturday. The 3340 postcode came to a virtual standstill, as thousands flocked to the ground to witness a moving pre-Anzac Day ceremony before another eagerly-awaited chapter of the local derby. After an arm wrestle of sorts in the first quarter, where the Cobras led by one point, the remaining three were underwhelming to the eye at best, despite the one-sided scoreline. 2018 Henderson Medallist, Daniel Burton (three goals), was adjudged best on ground by most, while the midfield brigade of Tom German, Harry King, Nick Stuhldreier and Tyson Shea had the better of an undermanned Darley midfield. The Devils are younger than ever - and look it. Eight players aged 20 years and under donned the black and white for the first time together in a local derby, providing a glimpse into the future. While the Cobras savour in song with a win over the old foe to go one and one, the Devils are left to ponder when they'll have the opportunity to sing theirs – side-by-side.

North Ballarat (9.8-62) coach Brendan McCartney has enjoyed the perfect start to his stint with City after another nail-biting win, this time against cross-town rivals Ballarat (7.18-60) by two points. City looked home and hosed after flying the boxes early to earn a 23-point half-time lead before a rejuvenated Swans outfit launched a spirited comeback to nearly steal the four points. It's the second week in a row the unbeaten City have led by as much as 23 points and have had to withstand an avalanche of momentum.

McCartney has an enviable mix of talented youth and experience at his disposal. The evidence is palpable, given their 2-0 standing and the steely resolve they've shown when challenged. City youngsters Josh Chatfield (three goals) and Jye Lockett (three goals) featured prominently, while experienced campaigners, Ryan Hobbs and Daniel Jones, made solid contributions. For Ballarat, Nick Weightman (two goals) and Daniel Kennedy continued their good form, while Will Garner was named the Swans’ best.

The board of the McDonalds Ballarat FNL is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Carey as Football Manager for the league.

Scott’s appointment follows a selection process where several quality applicants were interviewed. There is no doubt Scott brings a wealth of knowledge and in particular, experience to the Ballarat FNL.

Previous roles have included operations manager of both the Ballarat FNL and MCDFNL along with a recent two-year stint in the same role with the Ballarat FUA.

Scott is well known around the league having played with the Lake Wendouree FNC and will be a valued addition to the leagues staff as we face some exciting challenges in the short term.

The primary role will be junior football and BFLWomens operations and management and will act as the first contact for these competitions.

Starting January 18^th, 2021, Scott will complement the recent announcement of Gemma Murphy as Netball Manager and give the league valued experience as we work to consolidate and grow our competitions.

There are a few road trips to start the season for Sebastopol but the Burras should be looking good at the pointy end of 2021 with a dream run of five of their last six games at home. Scoop will wrap up the club-by-club draw analysis with Sunbury tomorrow.

Sebastopol

Draw rating points: 100
2021 draw ranking: #4

PROS:Play just THREE teams from 2019 Finals TWICE (East Point, Sunbury, Melton)

- Play at HOME FIVE out of last SIX matches

CONS:First HOME game not until ROUND SEVEN (v. Sunbury)

- FOUR trips EAST will be something new for the Burras. They have had only SIX highway games in the last TWO seasons (competition low)

Comment:Despite some time away from home in the first half of the season, the Burras should have the playing stock to see them through to a classy showing again in 2021. Good list and a dream run at the point end of the season with the final third of the season all home games bar one.

With the 2025 season on the horizon, Scoop has caught up with all our senior footy coaches as we build towards an epic Round 1!

After just missing out on the finals action last season, Tony Lockyer's Sebastopol will out to bounce back and challenge the top sides once again. 

SCOOP: Tony, you've been around footy as a player and among leadership groups - how tough was your first year as senior coach of the 'Burra?

TONY LOCKYER: Tough not quite the word, all-encompassing role but lucky to have great support around me. Collectively we had our challenges as a senior group that required a lot of resilience. It was pleasing to see the group over the course of the year through the challenge.

S: It's fair to acknowledge injuries and loss of underrated personnel had an impact on your season, Has the approach into this season been any different to prevent a recurrence?

TL: Yep, we probably underestimated the impact of some personnel and injuries. All teams go through this at some point though and to a certain degree it's outside of your control. We've looked to bolster our stock whilst allowing room for our promising youth to develop. The approach into pre-season has been fantastic with the group putting in some hard conditioning to get themselves in the best shape.

S: You won just one of nine games vs last year’s finalists with an average losing margin of 55 points - where do you start with closing the gap - is it as simple as drawing a clean slate?

TL: As we did throughout the year we always look to review and learn, then to continuously improve. We've identified some key areas from the year to help focus in and close the gap to the top. We've also looked at what made the top sides great and what we can learn from them.

S: What positives have you been able to draw on from last season?

TL: The resilience in our group to turn things around in the second part of the year. Some promising performances against quality sides showed where we can get to in 2025. We were able to get plenty of games into some exciting young players.

S: Like it or not you're on the 'bounce back' trail - can 'Burra fans expect one small step forward or count on one giant leap back into the mix as you were the previous three seasons?

TL: One small step at a time. We will see how many small steps we can make!

S: Tell us about the new recruits and their targeted roles?

TL: Hugo Papst - proven character who we missed last year. Gedd Hommelhoff - excellent mover with great skills, who missed 2024 with injury. Excited to see him make his mark on the BFNL. Some great kids coming through our ranks - I’m excited to watch in 2025.

S: What type of footy do you want Sebastopol to be known for this year?

TL: Fiercely competitive - get back to being a very difficult side to play against.

S: What will be the number one, overriding non-negotiable asked of your players that will give them the greatest chance returning to finals?

TL: Simply play your role.

S: Given all teams play each other twice this year, do you support the theory that this premiership will be the hardest and most deserving, rewarding of all to win in your time with the BFNL?

TL: I think it provides an equitable crack at it for all.

S: Can you share a couple of young, up and comers we're likely to see impact games this year? A bit of late mail if you don't mind....

TL: James McDonald, Jacob Fletcher, Wylie Anderson, Lachy Sheridan.

PLAYER INS:

H. Papst (Horsham), G. Hommelhoff (Wycheproof. former Eaglehawk Bendigo Best and Fairest), R. Perry (Ballarat), T. Severino (Talbot), T. Raven (Carngham Linton), C. Jeffrey (Rokewood)

PLAYER OUTS:

J.Dahlhaus (Leopold), J. Clark (St Joeys), G. Snowden (Rokewood), L. Latch (retired)

VFL AFFILIATED PLAYERS:

J. Medwell (Footscray), R. O'Keefe (Port Melbourne train-on)

PRACTICE MATCH SCHEDULE:

March 15 - vs Torquay (H)
March 22 - vs Port Fairy (A)

IMPROVERS TIP (OUTSIDE OF SEBASTOPOL):

TL: Bacchus Marsh

FLAG TIP (OUTSIDE OF SEBASTOPOL):

TL: Melton

The McDonald's Ballarat FNL welcomes today's easing of restrictions that will allow senior football and netball to return to competition.

With crowd limits increased in regional Victoria to a maximum of 1,000 people, the last requirement to allow competition to return has been met.

As two rounds have been lost due to restrictions, the McDonald's BFNL senior competition will have a slightly different look and flow to the previous fixture published.

The senior football and netball fixture will be revised as follows:

• Rounds 1 to 6 will stand
• Rounds 7 and 8 will be played the next 2 weeks 19th June (Rd 7) and 26th June (Rd 8)
• Round 11 will be played as per the fixtured date (3rd July)
• Rounds 9 and 10 will be played the following two weeks 10th July (Rd 9) and 17th July (Rd10)
  - Rounds 12 and 13 from the original fixture will be the two rounds abandoned
• Rounds 14 to 18 will be as per the fixtured dates

The priority for the league has been to ensure all clubs play each other at least once, which is the minimum requirement to ensure a premiership season and will be achieved through the completion of round 10 scheduled for 17th July.

The revised game schedule ensures fixture integrity through all clubs having seven home and away games, along with two byes.

Looking forward, we wait for further announcements from the government that will allow crowds for metro-based BFNL clubs scheduled to host games in round eight.

This weekend will see the full Ballarat FNL competitions in action across BFNL seniors, BFNL juniors and BFLW. Western Bulldogs Under 9’s will resume this Friday night after a short break as well.

END RELEASE

The board of the McDonald's Ballarat FNL has today considered the announcement from the state government to extend the metro lockdown and the impact this has on the senior competition. 

Given the lockdown has been extended at this stage until midnight on Thursday 19thAugust 2021, it has been determined the final round of the home & away (round 14) scheduled for Saturday 21stAugust will be cancelled and not proceed.

This action will result in the 2021 Home & Away season now being completed. 

Ladder positions will be final as per the current results, which provide a true reflection of the competition given all clubs have played each other once. 

The 2021 Carlton Draught Senior Finals series is still planned to commence from Saturday 28thAugust, dependant on updates from the government as this date nears. 

The league will continue to show flexibility to ensure all finals can be played where possible with all clubs who have earned the right to participate given the opportunity. 

Further advice and details around finals structure and planning will be provided in due course, but clubs eligible for finals are asked to prepare for the series to commence as of the date advised. 

Details of the junior and BFLW finals series are being considered separately and will be advised at the completion of this weekend's games. 

END RELEASE 

Sons of the West is back, commencing from March 16th. The FREE ten-week supportive men's health program is open to men aged 18 years and over. All ages 18+ and all fitness levels and abilities are welcome.

First held in Ballarat in 2016, the Western Bulldogs Community Foundation has again partnered with the City of Ballarat and Sports Central to deliver the Sons of the West program this year.

Sons of the West is a FREE ten-week health program that aims to empower men to improve their health and wellbeing by providing them with the tools, knowledge and support to take control of their health journey.

The program is open to men aged 18 and over and offers a safe and supportive environment for participants to build upon their health knowledge.

Each weekly session involves:

• an educational component featuring a guest speaker presenting on a dedicated health topic
• a physical activity session run by local health experts, designed to suit all fitness levels and abilities

Date: Commencing Wednesday 16^th March

Venue: Phoenix P-12 Community College – Sebastopol Campus – Hertford Street, Sebastopol

Time: 7:00pm to 9:15pm

To register click here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/sons-of-the-west-sebastopol-7pm-tickets-249898171157 

For more information on the program, contact Xavier Smith from Sports Central on 5331 6966 (ext. 107) or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

A tougher-than-most draw but Sunbury will be more than up to it in 2021 and, as always, visitors beware. This wraps up Scoop’s 2021 draw analysis, but he’ll be back with plenty of footy insights in the lead up to Round 1 and across the season.

Sunbury

Draw rating points: 107
2021 draw ranking: #9

PROS:Good run of HOME games despite quality opposition from Rounds 13 to 16 against Darley in Round 13, East Point in Round 14, BYE in Round 15 and Sebastopol in Round 16

CONS: Play FIVE of the 2019 finalists AWAY with Darley in Round 1, East Point in Round 3, Sebastopol in Round 7, Redan in Round 11 and Melton in Round 12

- Play FOUR 2019 Finalists TWICE, including Grand Final duo East Point and Sebastopol, as well as Darley and Melton

Comment:Sunbury has had tougher draws. Once again, the Lions will be hoping to maintain their impeccable record at home. Good luck visitors, Sunbury will challenge again in 2021 regardless of any draw handed to them.

With the 2025 season on the horizon, Scoop has caught up with all our senior footy coaches as we build towards an epic Round 1!

Following a solid inaugural campaign under new coach Matt White, the Lions will look to build on a promising 2024 return. 

SCOOP: In fairness your expectations last year were always tempered with an eye toward having a greater impact in your second season - why so?

MATT WHITE: Well firstly, 'expectation' is not one of my favourite words, I avoid that one. But yes, we're still learning, understanding defensive and offensive methods. We've identified flaws and are addressing those. Also, familiarity with our group and personnel of other teams, I feel we're all a little more informed.

S: You won your first six games last year before losing six of your last ten - what were your overall impressions of the BFNL?

MW: Exactly what I thought. Well coached, great players etc. It's why I wanted the job at Sunbury, the competition is in a very exciting space. I can't wait to get 'stuck in'.

S: The importance of your defensive group goes under the radar for mine and that was validated when injuries hit the likes of Newitt, Hannett and co. How are they travelling and can we expect some fresh faces down there to improve depth?

MW: We're very healthy down there - Hannett, Lever, Newitt, Tentonello and Wood all had their niggles of varying degrees last year. All are up and about and ready to go.

S: You lose Mitch Lewis, a 'between the arcs' accumulator but gain key forward and Coburg VFL listed Damien Johnston - tell us about him and his intended role....

MW: Strong aerial target (forward) that will test a few sides (defence). We think our forward line will be considerably more dynamic than last year.

S: Was Johnston targeted because of the reliance on Jake Sutton and Mitch Mclean to hit the scoreboard?

MW: Absolutely. Losing (Patrick) Scanlon hurt us. We quickly identified we needed a 'big hooer' 6'4'', 6'5" type moving forward - Damien is a very good mark and strong in the contest. 

*Scanlon remains 100% on the radar for a return after rupturing his ACL in Round 5 v North Ballarat.

S: Given each team plays each other twice in 2025 - will it make it harder for teams to win the premiership despite one less team?

MW: I think so. I'm tipping a very even year - teams have again added quality. This season (draw) will give you a real good gage as to where teams are at. Exciting times ahead.

S: Are we likely to see more of Ben Cameron this year and are you convinced a midfield role is his best position as opposed to half back for example?

MW: Ben is a genuine midfielder. He has been training with Coburg VFL over the Summer as a potential option off half back at that level. We're happy his game is diversifying because it allows us to play him in a number of positions if/when required.

S: Sunbury at Sunbury has always been a tough assignment - in your short time at the club, why do you think that is the case? Surely, it's not as simple as the size of the ground?

MW: I agree it's not the size of the ground. I think we just like playing at home - hostile environment etc.

S: Mitch Mclean had a breakout season last year - if you had to tip the next man up to have greater impact in 2025, who are you leaning to?

MW: Jake Egan (midfield) - injury interrupted season denied him any real continuity. Jake has had a ripper pre-season and primed to take his game to the next level.

PLAYER INS:

D. Johnston (Mooroopna GVFL)

PLAYER OUTS:

M. Lewis (Mansfield), T. Werner (Gisborne), L. Urbon (Bundoora), B. Walker (Wallan), J. Bygate (Airport West), A. Goodsen (Melton South), C. Lever (Riddells Creek), J. Lee (Gisborne Giants)

VFL AFFILIATED PLAYERS:

J. Sutton (Essendon train on), B. Cameron (Coburg), H. Minton-Connell (Williamstown), D. Johnston (Coburg)

PRACTICE MATCH SCHEDULE:

March 1- vs Hoppers Crossing (A)
March 15 -vs Pascoe Vale (A)
March 29- vs Gisborne (A)

IMPROVERS TIP: (OUTSIDE OF SUNBURY)

MW: Bacchus Marsh and Lake Wendouree

FLAG TIP: (OUTSIDE OF SUNBURY)

MW: East Point

We continue the countdown to the senior season with Scoop's club-by-club predictions for Ballarat. The Swans have a superstar new signing in three-time Hawthorn Premiership player Josh Gibson who, along with 2019 league leading goalkicker Andrew Hooper, will cause plenty of headaches for opposition teams. But coach Joe Carmody insists there's more to the Swans than Hoops and Gibbo.

Ballarat

Scoop's 2021 prediction: 8th - 10th

EXPECT Ballarat to play their part in the overall improvement of BFNL action in 2021 given the club’s marquee signing of former Hawthorn champion Josh Gibson.

According to coach Joe Carmody, Gibson could not have been more impressive in the lead up to round one.

"Gibbo hasn't missed a session," he said.

"He's been excellent."

While the equation for opposition sides to overcome Ballarat this year appears problematic enough in its simplest form (stop Hooper, avoid Gibson = win), Carmody is adamant there are more strings to the Swans bow.

Despite a lowly 2019 performance that yielded just three wins and a draw, the Swans are confident they can turn the tables on some results that didn't go their way. The Swans lost five and a half games by 18 points or less and were in the hunt despite the final score against Sebastopol (Rd 1 - 21 points) and Darley (Rd 18 - 51 points). But outside a few near misses and three wins, the Swans were belted for the most part of the last season played, struggling with a growing injury list to key players.

Mitch Martin, Sam James, Nick Weightman, Lachie Dawson and Keenan Mellington missed 52 games between them, exposing the Swans youth and (lack of) experience. Even Andrew Hooper, who was the BFNL leading goalkicker in 2019 (41 goals) played with debilitating injuries (ribs, calf) but somehow managed to play every game deep in the forward line.

Swans coach Joe Carmody's philosophy in 2021 is simple.

"We just want to be able to turn up and compete for longer, regardless of the opposition," he said.

"Last season (2019) we were good for 15 minutes a quarter, but leaked goals too easily thereafter.

"Thankfully, all of our boys are over their injuries and haven't missed a beat over the summer.

"And Hoops (Andrew) is going around again for us, which is terrific, and we're hopeful he can thrive with an injury-free run and more support (forward)."

The Swans welcome key forward Jake Dunne (Buninyong) to bolster their options in the air inside 50, while Mitch Bishop (key back) returns from a lay off and is likely to play an important role in aiding Gibson and Bailey Van de Heuvel who was the 'go to' man in defence last season. Nathan Patrikeos (Waubra) will add some body strength through the midfield in the absence of Keegan Mellington (who remains doubtful) and Lachie Dawson (likely to be call up for Footscray VFL duties). Former Ballarat Rebel and (then) TAC Cup leading tap ruckman Pat Glandford (6’2 - solid build) will play the relief role for 2019 Club Best and Fairest winner Marcus Powling.

"It's pretty exciting for us," Carmody said.

"Our group has plenty in the 21- to 22-year-old range, and with 40 to 50 games under their belts and four or five pre-seasons, they look like men now and are ready to have a significant impact."

Keegan Mellington (doubtful), Jesse Nicholls and Jed Hill are the notable absentees for 2021.

*Affiliated players: Lachie Dawson (Footscray VFL)

Carmody's Tips

Ahead of the biggest day on the BFNL calendar, take a look into 'The Archive' as we delve through the record books for all the big moments throughout history from our grand finals.

HIGHEST SCORES

27.18.180 BALLARAT v Golden Point 1933
25.15.165 MELTON v Melton South 2001
23.17.155 SUNBURY v Redan 2012

LOWEST SCORES

1.6.12 MARYBOROUGH v Geelong West 1958
1.6. 12 LAKE WENDOUREE v North Ballarat 1996
1.12.18 BALLARAT IMPERIAL v South Ballarat 1909

HIGHEST SCORING MATCHES

255 Redan 20.17.137 d East Point 17.16.118 2006
253 Sunbury 23.17.155 d Redan 15.8.98 2012
244 Ballarat 27.18.180 d Golden Point 8.16. 64 1933

LOWEST SCORING MATCHES

58 Ballarat Imperial 5.3.33 d Golden Point 3.7.25 1922
64 South Ballarat 6.10.46 d Ballarat Imperial 1.12.18 1909
73 Melton 5. 9. 39 d Sebastopol 4.10. 34 2022

GREATEST MARGINS

138 MELTON 25.15.165 d Melton South 3.9.27 2001
116 BALLARAT 27.18.180 d Golden Point 8.16.64 1933
114 NORTH BALLARAT 21.16.142 d Ballarat 4.4.28 1992

“THE CLOSE ONES”

Draw Ballarat 6.10.46 drew Maryborough 6.10.46 1927
Draw Ballarat 10.9.69 drew RAAF 10.9.69 1943
1 South Ballarat 9.9.63 d Ballarat Imperial 7.20.62 1911
1 Ballarat 6.16.52 d South Ballarat 7.9.51 1923
1 North Ballarat 9.9.63 d East Ballarat 8.14.62 1970
1 Redan 13.15.93 d East Ballarat 13.14.92 1975
1 Darley 11. 5. 71 d North Ballarat 10.10. 70 2023

HIGHEST SCORING QUARTERS

1st 9.7.61 SUNBURY v Redan 2012
2nd 10.5.65 NORTH BALLARAT v Ballarat 1992
3rd 9.4.58 MELTON v Melton South 2001
4th 11.3.69 REDAN v Sunbury 2002

GOALKICKERS

10 M.McIntyre (South Ballarat) v Sebastopol 1938
9 P.Tagliabue (Ballarat) v Golden Point 1987
8 P.McMahon (Lake Wendouree) v Ballarat 2010
7 H.Cooper (Ballarat) v Ballarat Imperial 1930
7 Anderson (Ballarat) v Golden Point 1933
7 L.Collins (Golden Point) v Redan 1953
7 J.Gull (Daylesford) v Maryborough 1961
7 S.Clarke (Sunbury) v Redan 2012

Ahead of this weekend's action, take a look into 'The Archive' as we delve through the record books for all the big moments throughout history from our preliminary finals.

HIGHEST SCORES

27.22.184 EAST POINT v Darley 2006

23.10.148 REDAN v East Point 2012

22.15.147 GOLDEN POINT v East Ballarat 1982

LOWEST SCORES

2.3.15 EAST BALLARAT v Ballarat 1943

3.3.21 GOLDEN POINT v Ballarat Imperial 1922

3.10.28 EAST BALLARAT v Golden Point 1983

HIGHEST SCORING MATCHES

319 East Point 27.22.184 d Darley 21. 9.135 2006

248 Redan 23.10.148 d East Point 15.10.100 2012

233 Golden Point 22.15.147 d East Ballarat 12.14. 86 1982

LOWEST SCORING MATCHES

59 Ballarat Imperial 4.14. 38 d Golden Point 3. 3. 21 1922

68 Golden Point 5. 8. 38 d Ballarat 4. 6. 30 1910

73 Maryborough 6.10. 46 d Geelong West 3. 9. 27 1961

GREATEST MARGINS

89 BALLARAT 20.16.136 d Geelong West 6.11. 47 1952

79 GOLDEN POINT 17.18.120 d Maryborough 6. 5. 41 1980

78 BEAUFORT 20. 8.128 d Maryborough 6.14. 50 1969

“THE CLOSE ONES”

Draw East Point and Darley played extra time 2024

2 Golden Point 14.12. 96 d Daylesford 14.10. 94 1986

3 South Ballarat 10.10. 70 d Ballarat 9.13. 67 1926

3 Golden Point 15.12.102 d East Ballarat 14.15. 99 1948

HIGHEST SCORING QUARTERS

1st 9.2.56 EAST BALLARAT v Redan 1993

2nd 9.4.58 BEAUFORT v Maryborough 1969

3rd 10.3.63 GOLDEN POINT v East Ballarat 1982

4th 10.6.66 EAST POINT v Darley 2006

GOALKICKERS

9 J.Gull (Daylesford)v Ballarat 1960

9 S.Lyle (North Ballarat) v Redan 2013

8 M.Wheeler (Ballarat) v Warracknabeal 1936

8 T.Howlett (Golden Point) v East Ballarat 1976

7 L.Collins (Golden Point) v East Ballarat 1948

7 N.Linney (Golden Point) v Geelong West 1955

7 T.Howlett (Golden Point) v East Ballarat 1982

7 N.Heath (Ballarat) v East Ballarat 1991

7 D.Barnes (Darley) v Sebastopol 2000

7 D.Del Re (Melton) v Darley 2001

7 D.Grenfell (Melton) v Redan 2005

7 R.McMahon (Darley) v East Point 2006

7 M.Battistello (Lake Wendouree) v Redan 2009

Ahead of today's action, take a look into 'The Archive' as we delve through the history books for all the big moments to come out of Round 1.

HIGHEST SCORES

40.37.277 SUNBURY v Redan 1998

33.36.224 BALLARAT v Redan 1944

33.26.224 MELTON v Redan 1997

35.12.222 SUNBURY v Sebastopol 2005

34.16.220 NORTH BALLARAT v Redan 1991

LOWEST SCORES

1.0.6 SEBASTOPOL v Ballarat 1895

1.2.8 REDAN v Sunbury 1998

1.5.11 SOUTH BALLARAT v Ballarat 1939

1.6.12 SOUTH BALLARAT v Ballarat Imperial 1906

1.7.13 SOUTH BALLARAT v Ballarat Imperial 1896

1.7.13 SOUTH BALLARAT v Ballarat 1905

GREATEST MARGINS

269 SUNBURY 40.37.277 d Redan 1.2.8 1998

198 BALLARAT 33.26.224 v Redan 4.2.26 1944

186 SUNBURY 35.12.222 d Sebastopol 5.6.36 2005

185 MELTON 32.26.218 d Redan 3.5.23 1997

170 NORTH BALLARAT 34.16.220 d Redan 7.8.50 1991

HEART STOPPERS

Draw Ballarat 8.10.58 dr Redan 9.4.58 1963

Draw Bacchus Marsh 15.11.101 dr Ballarat 14.17.101 2001

Draw Melton South 12.13.85 dr Melton 12.13.85 2015

Draw East Point 11.18.84 dr Ballarat 13.6.84 2017

GOALKICKERS

16 D.Seeley (North Ballarat) v Bacchus Marsh 1994

14 T.Phillippe (Daylesford ) v Ballarat 1984

12 M.Wheeler (Ballarat) v South Ballarat 1939

12 L.Monument (North Ballarat) v Redan 1991

11 Shearer (RAAF) v East Ballarat 1943

11 T.Hillier (Maryborough) v Daylesford 1988

11 D.Jordan (East Point) v North Ballarat 2009

10 B.Thomson (Bacchus Marsh) v Golden Point 1985

10 D.Micallef (North Ballarat) v East Point 2013

Ahead of this weekend's action, take a look into 'The Archive' as we delve through the record books for all the big moments throughout history from Round 10.

HIGHEST SCORES

35.15.225 REDAN v Sebastopol 2015
33.20.218 BACCHUS MARSH v Sebastopol 2001
34.14.218 EAST POINT v Melton 2013
33.13.211 DARLEY v East Ballarat 2000
32.17.209 EAST POINT v Sebastopol 2005

LOWEST SCORES

0.3.3 SOUTH BALLARAT v Ballarat Imperial 1895
1.4.10 DAYLESFORD v North Ballarat 1952
1.5.11 DAYLESFORD v Golden Point 1991
1.6.12 BACCHUS MARSH v East Point 2019

GREATEST MARGINS

199 REDAN 35.15.225 d Sebastopol 4.2.26 2015
180 SEBASTOPOL 30.19.199 d Redan 3.1.19 1998
172 EAST POINT 34.14.218 d Melton 6.10.46 2013
165 DARLEY 33.13.211 d East Ballarat 7.4.46 2000
159 GOLDEN POINT 26.14.170 d Daylesford 1.5.11 1991

“HEART STOPPERS”

Draw Golden Point 5.6.36 dr South Ballarat 5.6.36 1920
Draw South Ballarat 6.8.44 dr Horsham 6.8.44 1934 *
Draw Stawell 12.17.89 dr Ballarat 13.11.89 1934 * same day
Draw East Ballarat 9.15.69 dr North Ballarat 10.9.69 1963
Draw Daylesford 15.16.106 dr East Ballarat 16.10.106 1965
Draw North Ballarat 12.10.82 dr Daylesford 11.16.82 1966
Draw North Ballarat 8.15.63 dr Ballarat 9.9.63 1978
Draw Golden Point 7.15.57 dr East Point 8.9.57 1990
Draw Melton South 11.15.81 dr Daylesford 12.9.81 1997
Draw Daylesford 8.9.57 dr Sunbury 8.9.57 2005
Draw Melton South 19.13.127 dr Melton 19.13.127 2006

GOALKICKERS

17 J.Ottavi (East Point) v Melton South 2021
15 G.Wilkins (Sebastopol) v Redan 1996
13 J.Taylor (Melton) v Redan 1999
13 T.Chatfield (Sebastopol) v Daylesford 2000
13 D.Jordan (East Point) v Melton 2013
12 E.Rutherford (Stawell) v Ararat 1936
12 T.Phillippe (Daylesford) v Maryborough 1985
12 K.Reynolds (Darley) v East Point 2003
11 Sullivan (Ararat) v Maryborough 1927
11 M.Wheeler (Ballarat) v South Ballarat 1939
11 T.Phillippe (Daylesford) v Beaufort 1984
10 M.Wheeler (Ballarat) v Golden Point 1938
10 P.Hunt (Ballarat) v North Ballarat 1955
10 J.Gull (Daylesford) v East Ballarat 1962
10 R.Kent (East Ballarat) v Maryborough 1970
10 D.Mark (Ballarat) v Maryborough 1975
10 C.Stuhldreier (Bacchus Marsh) v Sebastopol 2001
10 A.Newman (Darley) v Redan 2008
10 R.Gregg (Lake Wendouree) v Darley 2009

Ahead of this weekend's action, take a look into 'The Archive' as we delve through the record books for all the big moments throughout history from Round 11.

HIGHEST SCORES

37.15.237 SUNBURY v East Point 2002
33.33.231 SUNBURY v Redan 1997
34.24.228 SUNBURY v Bacchus Marsh 2006
35.17.227 DAYLESFORD v Bacchus Marsh 1985
32.13.205 BALLARAT v Bacchus Marsh 1983

LOWEST SCORES

0.1.1 SOUTH BALLARAT v Horsham 1936
0.3.3 BALLARAT v Sebastopol 1893
0.4.4 REDAN v Sunbury 1997
0.6.6 MARYBOROUGH v North Ballarat 1990
1.1.7 BACCHUS MARSH v Golden Point 1981

GREATEST MARGINS

227 SUNBURY 33.33.231 d Redan 0.4.4 1997
208 SUNBURY 37.15.237 d East Point 4.5.29 2002
186 SUNBURY 34.24.228 d Bacchus Marsh 6.6.42 2006
182 NORTH BALLARAT d Maryborough 0.6.6 1990
174 BACCHUS MARSH 29.21.195 d Maryborough 2.7.19 1999

“HEART STOPPERS”

Draw South Ballarat 6.7.43 dr Golden Point 5.13.43 1912
Draw Geelong West 7.9.51 dr Maryborough 7.9.51 1954
Draw Maryborough 15.17.107 dr Daylesford 16.11.107 1971
Draw Ballarat 11.11.77 dr North Ballarat 10.17.77 1981

GOALKICKERS

16 C.Chester (East Ballarat) v Maddingley 1978
15 T.Phillippe (Daylesford) v Bacchus Marsh 1985
15 K.Reynolds (Darley) v Bacchus Marsh 2003
14 E.Walker (Golden Point) v CYMS 1938
13 T.Davidson (Beaufort) v Bacchus Marsh 1993
12 B.Mason (East Ballarat) v Bacchus Marsh 1982
12 S.Kempster (Sunbury) v Redan 1997
12 J.Rousakis (Bacchus Marsh) v Daylesford 1999
11 R.Power (Ballarat) v Bacchus Marsh 1983
11 M.Scott (Bacchus Marsh) v Beaufort 1990
11 B.Hehir (Bacchus Marsh) v Daylesford 1999
11 C.Stuhldreier (Bacchus Marsh) v Daylesford 2000
10 J.Gull (Daylesford) v Maryborough 1961
10 P.Tagliabue (Ballarat) v Bacchus Marsh 1984
10 L.Murnane (Beaufort) v Maryborough 1985
10 B.Miller (Darley) v East Point 2009
10 P.McMahon (Lake Wendouree) v North Ballarat 2010
10 J.Sheahan (Sunbury) v North Ballarat 2014
10 I.Grant (Redan) v Melton South 2023

Ahead of this weekend's action, take a look into 'The Archive' as we delve through the record books for all the big moments throughout history from Round 12.

HIGHEST SCORES

55.26.356 SUNBURY v Redan 1998
43.20.278 MELTON v Redan 1997
36.20.236 SUNBURY v Melton South 2023
33.23.221 GOLDEN POINT v Daylesford 1977
33.17.215 MARYBOROUGH v Ballarat Imperial 1928

LOWEST SCORES

0.2.2 REDAN v Daylesford 1996
0.2.2 REDAN v Sunbury 1998
1.0.6 SEBASTOPOL v North Ballarat 2012
1.1.7 BEAUFORT v North Ballarat 1986
1.4.10 SEBASTOPOL v South Ballarat 1893
1.4.10 BALLARAT v Ballarat Imperial 1895

GREATEST MARGINS

354 SUNBURY 55.26.356 d Redan 0.2.2 1998
227 MELTON 43.20.278 d Redan 8.3.51 1997
204 SUNBURY 36.20.236 d Melton South 5.2.32 2023
177 GOLDEN POINT 33.23.221 d Daylesford 6.8.44 1977
176 EAST BALLARAT 29.19.193 d Redan 2.4.16 1991

“HEART STOPPERS”

Draw South Ballarat 3.6.24 dr Ballarat 2.12.24 1921
Draw Maryborough 10.15.75 dr East Ballarat 10.15.75 1956
Draw Maryborough 8.13.61 dr Geelong West 9.7.61 1960
Draw North Ballarat 8.15.63 dr Ballarat 9.9.63 1978

HIGHEST GOALKICKERS

18 G.Backway (Maryborough) v Ballarat Imperial 1928
17 M.Wheeler (Ballarat) v CYMS 1938
14 G.Cahir (Redan) v Bacchus Marsh 1982
13 M.Raak (Melton) v Redan 1997
12 Duncan (Warracknabeal) v Ballarat 1935
11 B.Mason (East Ballarat) v Daylesford 1983
10 C.Lyons (South Ballarat) v Ballarat 1913
10 L.Riley (Golden Point) v Bacchus Marsh 1929
10 L.White (Ballarat) v Redan 1951
10 J.Gull (Daylesford) v Ballarat 1960
10 M.Baird (Sunbury) v Sebastopol 2005

Ahead of this weekend's action, take a look into 'The Archive' as we delve through the record books for all the big moments throughout history from Round 13.

HIGHEST SCORES

48.23.311 MELTON v Redan 1998

34.15.219 NORTH BALLARAT v Daylesford 1991

31.12.198 NORTH BALLARAT v Beaufort 1993

29.20.194 SEBASTOPOL v Melton South 2023

30.10.190 NORTH BALLARAT v Bacchus Marsh 1981

LOWEST SCORES

0.2.2 SOUTH BALLARAT v Ballarat Imperial 1893

0.2.2 REDAN v Ballarat 1943

0.4.4 REDAN v Ballarat 1995

1.2.8 REDAN v Melton 1998

1.3.9 BALLARAT v Ballarat Imperial 1894

1.3.9 MELTON v East Point 2006

GREATEST MARGINS

303 MELTON 48.23.311 d Redan 1.2.8 1998

168 REDAN 27.16.178 d Bacchus Marsh 1.4.10 2007

163 NORTH BALLARAT 31.12.198 d Beaufort 5.5.35 1993

155 SEBASTOPOL 29.20.194 d Melton South 6.3.39 2023

153 BALLARAT 23.17.155 d Redan 0.2.2 1943

“HEART STOPPERS”

Draw Ballarat 13.13.91 dr South Ballarat 13.13.91 1938

Draw Melton South 13.13.91 dr Ballarat 13.13.91 2007

1 pt Ballarat Imperial 3.17.35 d Ballarat 4.10.34 1914

1 pt South Ballarat 7.8.50 d Ballarat Imperial 7.7.49 1926

1 pt Redan 6.6.42 d Golden Point 6.5.41 1962

1 pt Beaufort 8.13.61 d Golden Point 8.12.60 1971

1 pt Redan 3.2.20 d Daylesford 2.7.19 2005

GOALKICKERS

14 D.Seeley (North Ballarat) v Beaufort 1993

13 W.Wells (Redan) v Daylesford 1953

13 J.Gull (Daylesford) v Ballarat 1959

12 W.Nicholls (Geelong West) v North Ballarat 1955

11 N.Bishop (Maryborough) v Golden Point 1967

11 F.Lennecke (North Ballarat) v Bacchus Marsh 1981

11 T.Munday (Bacchus Marsh) v Sebastopol 1982

11 C.Allender (East Ballarat) v Redan 1996

11 D.Thompson (Daylesford) v East Point 2001

10 G.Backway (Maryborough) v South Ballarat 1928

10 Mitchell (RAAF) v Learmonth-Waubra 1944

10 J.Ryan (Maryborough) v Golden Point 1946

10 D.Jordan (East Point) v Lake Wendouree 2007

Ahead of this weekend's action, take a look into 'The Archive' as we delve through the record books for all the big moments throughout history from Round 14.

HIGHEST SCORES

41.27.273 BACCHUS MARSH v Redan 1998

39.17.251 SUNBURY v East Ballarat 2000

36.20.236 MELTON v Melton South 2023

31.22.208 GOLDEN POINT v Beaufort 1981

29.34.208 EAST POINT v Bacchus Marsh 2006

LOWEST SCORES

0.2.2 MARYBOROUGH v Ballarat 1991

0.4.4 BACCHUS MARSH v Redan 1981

0.4.4 LAKE WENDOUREE v North Ballarat 2012

0.6.6 BALLARAT v Ballarat Imperial 1893

1.3.9 BEAUFORT v Golden Point 1981

1.3.9 BEAUFORT v East Ballarat 1990

0.9.9 BACCHUS MARSH v East Point 2006

GREATEST MARGINS

261 BACCHUS MARSH 41.27.273 d Redan 2.0.12 1998

219 SUNBURY 39.17.251 d East Ballarat 4.8.32 2000

214 MELTON 36.20.236 d Melton South 3.4.22 2023

199 Golden Point 31.22.208 d Beaufort 1.3.9 1981

199 East Point 29.34.208 d Bacchus Marsh 0.9.9 2006

“HEART STOPPERS”

Draw Golden Point 9.9.63 dr Maryborough 9.9.63 1924

Draw Maryborough 13.9.87 dr East Ballarat 12.15.87 1972

Draw North Ballarat 8.13.61 dr Redan 9.7.61 1974

1 pt Ararat 6.20.56 d Ballarat Imperial 8.7.55 1927

1 pt South Ballarat 9.13.67 d Ballarat Imperial 9.12.66 1932

1 pt Geelong West 10.7.67 d Redan 9.12.66 1948

1pt North Ballarat 9.11.65 d Redan 10.4.64 1962

1 pt Golden Point 12.10.82 d Daylesford 11.15.81 1984

GOALKICKERS

15 A.Manning (Bacchus Marsh) v Redan 1998

15 D.Jordan (East Point) v Sebastopol 2013

12 D.Thompson (Daylesford) v Sebastopol 2001

11 G.Taylor (Ararat) v South Ballarat 1924

11 J.Ryan (Maryborough) v Golden Point 1946

11 B.Mason (East Ballarat) v Bacchus Marsh 1983

10 L.Collins (Golden Point) v Daylesford 1952

10 M.Vickery (East Ballarat) v Daylesford 1954

10 J.Gull (Daylesford) v North Ballarat 1958

10 C.Chester (East Ballarat) v Redan 1978

10 T.Howlett (Golden Point) v Beaufort 1981

10 S.Bell (Maryborough) v Bacchus Marsh 1982

10 M.Scott (Bacchus Marsh) v Sebastopol 1986

10 B.Hehir (Bacchus Marsh) v Redan 1998

10 D.Perry (Melton South) v Daylesford 1998

Ahead of this weekend's action, take a look into 'The Archive' as we delve through the record books for all the big moments throughout history from Round 15.

HIGHEST SCORES

42.26.278 SOUTH BALLARAT v CYMS 1938

37.22.244 RAAF v Smeaton 1944

35.33.243 EAST BALLARAT v Redan 1998

33.27.225 EAST POINT v Melton South 2006

33.25.223 BALLARAT v Maryborough 1928

LOWEST SCORES

0.4.4 SEBASTOPOL v North Ballarat 1995

0.5.5 MARYBOROUGH v Redan 1960

1.0.6 REDAN v Golden Point 1996

1.1.7 SOUTH BALLARAT v Ballarat 1894

0.7.7 GOLDEN POINT v North Ballarat 1988

GREATEST MARGINS

262 SOUTH BALLARAT 42.26.278 d CYMS 2.4.16 1938

228 RAAF 37.22.244 d Smeaton 2.4.16 1944

217 EAST BALLARAT 35.33.243 d Redan 4.2.26 1998

207 EAST POINT 3.27.225 d Melton South 2.6.18 2006

194 DARLEY 31.20.206 d Daylesford 1.6.12 1998

“HEART STOPPERS”

Draw Geelong West 12.14.86 dr East Ballarat 13.8.86 1947

Draw North Ballarat 7.8.50 dr Ballarat 7.8.50 1958

Draw Ballarat 10.12.72 dr North Ballarat 11.6.72 2024

1 pt Ballarat Imperial 3.16.34 d Golden Point 4.9.33 1922

1 pt Golden Point 5.15.45 d Ballarat Imperial 6.8.44 1923

1 pt Maryborough 8.4.52 d Ballarat 7.9.51 1954

1 pt North Ballarat 7.8.50 d Daylesford 7.7.49 1956

1 pt North Ballarat 5.14.44 d Ballarat 5.13.43 1970

1 pt Ballarat 7.9.51 d Bacchus Marsh 6.14.50 1998

1 pt Melton South 9.4.58 d Redan 7.15.57 2000

GOALKICKERS

22 M.McIntyre (South Ballarat) v CYMS 1938

17 M.Wheeler (Ballarat) v South Ballarat 1936

17 W.Nicholls (Geelong West) v Redan 1949

15 C.Allender (East Ballarat) v Redan 1997

14 K.Boyd (Ballarat) v Ararat 1926

13 D.Duff (Ballarat) v South Ballarat 1928

12 D.Jordan (East Point) v Melton South 2006

12 J.Sutton (Sunbury) v Melton South 2024

11 D.Atkinson (Redan) v Daylesford 1975

11 P.Tagliabue (Ballarat) v Bacchus Marsh 1986

11 D.Barnes (Darley) v Redan 1999

11 M.Sutton (Melton South) v East Point 2003

11 M.Sutton (Melton South) v Melton 2005

10 M.Wheeler (Ballarat) v Golden Point 1938

10 Mitchell (RAAF) v Smeaton 1944

10 B.Mason (East Ballarat) v Beaufort 1983

10 W.Cracknell (Bacchus Marsh) v Beaufort 1992

10 P.Cochrane (Golden Point) v Redan 1996

10 D.Barnes (Darley) v Golden Point 2000

10 M.Sutton (Melton South) v Sunbury 2012