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The McDonalds Ballarat FNL is pleased to announce the week 1 match schedule for the McDonald’s BFNL Junior Finals Series.
Matches will kick off with the Qualifying Finals at the Eastern Oval on Saturday 23rd of August, followed by Elimination Finals at Marty Busch Recreation Reserve on Sunday the 24th of August.
Once again, the league thanks the City of Ballarat for their support in hosting finals at the premier football and netball venues across the region, and country Victoria.
Football and netball matches for this weekend are as follows:
FOOTBALL
NETBALL
The McDonalds Ballarat FNL is pleased to announce the week 2 match schedule for the McDonald’s BFNL Junior Finals Series.
Semi Final 1 and Semi Final 2 matches will take place at Marty Busch Recreation Reserve.
Find the full match schedules below:
The McDonalds Ballarat FNL is pleased to announce the week 3 match schedule for the McDonald’s BFNL Junior Finals Series.
Preliminary Finals matches will take place at CE Brown Reserve.
Find the full schedule below.
The McDonald’s Ballarat FNL is excited to announce the release of the 2025 Junior Fixtures for the upcoming season.
The 2025 season will feature a 16-round competition, kicking off with the North Ballarat and East Point dual gate clash on Saturday, 12th of April, as part of the Clubs’ annual Pink Round.
All other Clubs will begin their season on Sunday, 13th of April, with Wellness Round, dedicated to raising awareness for a cause chosen by each Club.
This year’s fixture has been structured into multiple components to accommodate our competitions.
The first fixture release is the BFNL Standard Junior Fixture, which will include the following competitions:
• Football – U10 Seniors, U12 Reserves
• Netball – U11 Reserves and Seniors, U13 Reserves and Seniors and U15 Reserves
The Alternate Fixture is in place for the following competitions:
• Football – U10 Reserves, U12 Seniors, U14 Reserves and Seniors
• Netball – U15 Seniors, U17 Reserves and Seniors
Finally, the Under 16 Reserves and Seniors football will have individualised fixtures for each competition.
There’s plenty to look forward to throughout the 2025 season.
The popular Western Bulldogs Under 8 and Under 9 Netball competitions will again take place on Friday nights, with season details to be released in the coming weeks.
The BFNL junior interleague sides hit the road to Bendigo on July 5th, continuing the tradition for the Goldfields Trophy.
The Under 17 Boys will play a curtain raiser to the Under 23 Men against Hampden FNL on home soil
for the Clinton Baulch Cup.
Meanwhile, our BFNL Netballers will compete in the annual Association Championships in Warrnambool on Sunday 1st of June.
Indigenous Round will take place in line with AFL during Rounds 5 & 6, with Ronald McDonald Charity House Round set to round out the themed rounds on Sunday 3rd of August.
The BFNL looks forward to another enjoyable year for all Clubs, players, volunteers and families throughout 2025.
The McDonalds Ballarat FNL is pleased to announce the teams and match schedule for the McDonald’s BFNL Ballarat Toyota Junior Grand Finals.
Matches will be held at City Oval Sunday 14th September with football and netball starting from 8am.
Find the full schedule of games across the day below.
The BFNL celebrated its night of nights for its junior competitions as we crowned all the amazing achievements of our junior footballers and netballers from the 2025 season.
Winner: Lucy Wilkinson (Sebastopol FNC) - 30 votes
Runner-Up: Poppy Molloy (Ballarat FNC) - 23 votes
Winners: Pippa Edwards (Redan FNC) & Poppy Molloy (Ballarat FNC)
Esther Doolan - School Sport Victoria Under 12 Netball Team
River Nunn (Ballarat FNC) - 28 goals
Winner: Max Oppenhuis (Sebastopol FNC) - 23 votes
Runner-Up: Ivy Pertzel (North Ballarat FNC) - 20 votes
Patrick Ashby (Ballarat FNC)
Winners: Maya Funcke (Lake Wendouree FNC) & Tessa Wilson (Mt Clear FNC) - 20 votes
Runner-Up: Keeley Geljon (East Point FNC) - 17 votes
Gia Brown (Bacchus Marsh FNC)
Jack Ward (North Ballarat) - 35 goals
Winner: Harrison Lis (Lake Wendouree FNC) - 33 votes
Runner-Up: Jack Ward (North Ballarat FNC) - 31 votes
Jack Ward (North Ballarat FNC)
Winner: Eden James (Lake Wendouree) - 24 votes
Runners-Up: Audrey Murnane (North Ballarat), Elizabeth Morrison (Redan) and Makayla Wright (Sebastopol) - 23 votes
Lacey Broad (Lake Wendouree FNC)
Julian Stephen (Redan FNC) - 32 goals
Winner: Archer Beattie (North Ballarat) - 23 votes
Runner-Up: Mitch Ward (North Ballarat) - 19 votes
Archer Beattie (North Ballarat FNC)
Shay McInerney & Selena Beattie (North Ballarat FNC)
Joanne Raffaele (Sebastopol FNC)
Rick Wilson (East Point FNC)
Angeleen Nunn (Lake Wendouree FNC)
North Ballarat FNC
The Ballarat FNL are excited to announce that our BFNL Netball Academy will be running once again in 2025 and set to start next February.
Whether you're a beginner looking to improve your skills or an experienced player aiming to take your game to the next level, our academy is the perfect opportunity for athletes of all levels.
Spaces are limited, and we encourage early registration to secure your spot.
To register or for more information, please email
Academy positions generally fill up very quickly, so don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to enhance your netball skills and meet other passionate players!
The 13 & Under program will run from 4pm to 5.30pm and the 15 & Under program will run from 5.30pm to 7pm.
Leading the program in 2025 will be Head Coach Tracy Howard. Please have a read of Tracy’s extensive coaching experience below.
Tracy Howard is a highly accomplished netball coach with advanced accreditation, renowned for her exceptional leadership and dedication to the sport. As the Victorian Head Coach for the Under 15 SSV Vic team, she excels at developing young athletes and fostering team success at a competitive level.
Tracy’s coaching resume includes a notable achievement as the Head Coach for the Under 17 team that finished as runners-up in the prestigious State Titles, a testament to her ability to guide teams to success in high-pressure competitions. Currently, she serves as the Head Coach for the Victorian Netball League 23 squad at Warriors, where she continues to inspire and mentor players while implementing innovative coaching strategies to enhance performance and team cohesion. Her passion for community netball shines through her role as the A and B Grade Coach for Joey's, where she nurtures talent and builds strong, dynamic teams.
Tracy’s coaching philosophy is around athletes’ growth, resilience, and a deep love for the game. She is deeply committed to each player’s holistic development, recognising that coaching extends beyond skill-building to fostering character, resilience, and discipline. Her approach emphasises unlocking every athlete’s potential while instilling responsibility, teamwork, and respect for the sport.
In her training sessions, Tracy strikes a balance between technical skill development and mental preparedness. Drawing on principles of sports psychology, she helps athletes build confidence, develop a growth mindset, and perform under pressure. By fostering a positive, challenging, and supportive environment, she creates a culture where athletes feel empowered to push themselves and excel. Tracy Howard’s influence and dedication have made her a highly respected figure in netball coaching circles.
The McDonald's Ballarat Football Netball League are delighted to announce the 2024/2025 Representative Netball Coaches for our junior netball program.
All of our coaches have extensive coaching experience and excited to take on a Junior Representative Netball Team.
Welcome aboard to the following coaches:
All coaches are looking forward to trials and meeting potential players.
Player nominations are now open.
Please use the below link to nominate to trial for the 2024/2025 BFNL Representative Netball Teams.
We are looking for players in 13 & Under, 15 & Under and 17 & Under.
Trials will be held in November 2024, further information to come.
Player nominations will close on the 1st of November 2024.
The BFNL are proud to introduce our BFNL Junior Representative Netball Teams for 2025 with a huge congratulations to all players and coaches selected.
The 2025 Association Championships will be held in Warrnambool on the 1st of June.
Netball Victoria's Association Championships provide more than 180 Victorian associations and leagues the opportunity to compete in a crucial part of the Netball Victoria pathway, with talent ID opportunities for athletes, umpires and coaches at all tournament days across the state.
We trust all our players and coaches will work hard over the coming months to prepare for the 2025 Association Championships and proudly represent the BFNL.
Find the full squads below:
Coach: Tina Wilkie
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Ava Macgowan – East Point |
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Emily Pickles – Ballarat Storm |
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Emma Horsburgh – North Ballarat |
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Eva Bayles – East Point |
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Gina Martin – East Point |
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Hannah Jarvis – Ballarat |
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Isabelle Rowe – Lake Wendouree |
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Poppy Byrne – Ballarat Storm |
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Sophie Beseler – North Ballarat |
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Willow Douglas – Woady Yaloak |
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Zoe Walsh – East Point |
Coach: Angelene Nunn
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Embly Jenkins – North Ballarat |
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Evie Fletcher – Ballarat |
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Evie Martin – East Point |
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Ivy Hopkinson – Lake Wendouree |
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Lily Petrie – Ballarat |
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Marley Jose – Redan |
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Mia Barclay – Redan |
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Mila Kearney – North Ballarat |
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Pippa Edwards – Redan |
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Poppy Molloy – Ballarat Storm |
Coach: Marcelle Geljon
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Tiarnee Smith – Darley |
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Ella Manley – Ballarat Storm |
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Sadie Jones – North Ballarat |
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Eimear Toye – North Ballarat |
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Tayla Hiscock – East Point |
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Ayla Hilton – Bacchus Marsh |
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Tessa Wilson – Mount Clear |
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Olivia Macdonald – North Ballarat |
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Leni Svanosio – North Ballarat |
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Taylor Young – North Ballarat |
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Felicity McGrath – East Point |
Coach: Kirsty Mclean
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Milla Rundell – Lake Wendouree |
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Ashlee Beseler – North Ballarat |
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Hayley Jackson – Ballarat |
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Lily Constable – North Ballarat |
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Maya Funcke – Lake Wendouree |
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Keisha Momcilovic – Bacchus Marsh |
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Lotti Macdonald – North Ballarat |
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Keely Geljon – East Point |
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Lucy Phyland-McClure – Bacchus Marsh |
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Ruby Thomas – North Ballarat |
Sienna Goonan - Mt Clear
Annabelle Ford - Redan
Coach: Kyra Miller
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Ruby McAuliffe – Redan |
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Ellita Scollary – North Ballarat |
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Jasmine Matthews – Darley |
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Maia Murphy – Ballarat |
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Nathalia Jenkins – North Ballarat |
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Abby Kinnersly – East Point |
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Grace Jackson – Ballarat |
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Keira McDonald – Ballarat |
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Alexandra Harris - Darley |
The McDonalds Ballarat FNL is pleased to announce the week 1 match schedule for the McDonald’s BFNL Senior Finals Series.
Matches will kick off with the Qualifying Final at Darley Park and Elimination Final 2 at Maddingley Park on Saturday 30th of August, followed by Elimination Final 1 at Eastern Oval on Sunday 31st of August.
Find the full match schedules below:
The McDonald’s Ballarat FNL is excited to confirm the Week Three fixture of the McDonald’s BFNL Senior Finals Series.
Another action-packed weekend of football and netball awaits as the Carlton Draught Senior Finals Series continues to heat up.
On the football field, six clubs remain in contention, all vying to secure their place in the Grand Final against Darley (Seniors), Sunbury (Reserves) and East Point (Under 18.5).
Meanwhile, on the netball court, Darley continues its dominant run with five of its six teams competing for a Grand Final berth.
Wins this weekend will see most winners line up against Sunbury (A, B, D and E Grades), while the Under 19s clash sets up a battle with North Ballarat, and the C Grade winner will meet Lake Wendouree.
Find the full match schedule below.
The BFNL celebrated its night of nights as we crowned all the amazing achievements of our footballers and netballers from the 2025 season.
See below for a full list of winners andrecipients from the night.
Jake Egan (Sunbury FNC) - 28 votes
Maddy Selmon (North Ballarat FNC) - 30 votes
Jake Sutton (Sunbury FNC) - 68 goals
Becca Hicks (Sunbury FNC) - 1053 goals
Dennis Armfield (Bacchus Marsh FNC)
Shannon Blackman (Darley FNC)
Shannon Nixon (Bacchus Marsh FNC)
Lindsay Jones (Sunbury FNC)
Sunbury FNC
Jack Anderson
Harvey Lewis (North Ballarat FNC)
Tahlia Thompson (Redan FNC)
Jackson Vella (Darley FNC) - 18 Votes
Cooper Beseler (North Ballarat FNC) - 15 Votes
Eliza Roughead (Redan FNC) - 28 votes
Steph Maher (Lake Wendouree FNC) - 25 votes
Iman Shrive (Lake Wendouree FNC) - 24 votes
Kym Squire & Lexie McNaughton (Lake Wendouree FNC) - 29 votes
Addison Wright (Darley FNC) - 26 votes
Leigh Brennan (Sunbury FNC) - 55 votes
Nic Salter (East Point FNC) - 43 goals
Lincoln Koliba (Lake Wendouree FNC)
Jordan Johnston (East Point FNC)
The McDonalds Ballarat Football Netball League Board is pleased to announce the final fixture for the upcoming 2025 McDonalds Ballarat FNL Senior season
This season hopes to build on momentum from 2024, with a full fixture of 18 rounds plus finals in store.
The fixture looks a little different for 2025.
With Melton South moving to the RDFNL, all clubs will face each other twice, guaranteeing a season filled with competitive football and netball.
We look forward to seeing some impressive matches across the season both on the field and court.
Round 1 kicks off on Saturday 5th of April 2025. Ballarat will host North Ballarat in the first “Night Match” of the season.
Good Friday football returns to the fixture in 2025, with Bacchus Marsh hosting East Point and Sunbury hosting Redan, followed by the second year running of Lake Wendouree v Ballarat on Anzac Day under lights.
We have some important rounds across the season.
Please take note of these dates, further information will be provided as we near each round.
Round 2 – April the 12th – Wellness Round
Round 3 – April the 25th - Anzac Day
Round 6 & 7 – May 17th & 24th - Indigenous Round
Round 16 – August the 2nd – RMCH Round
Interleague will also make its return in 2025, with the BFNL set to host Hampden for the annual competitions.
We’re also proud to announce several dual-gate events throughout the season, where our youngest footballers and netballers will play alongside their senior teams.
The McDonald's Ballarat FNL continues to lead the way among country leagues in providing access and opportunities for all supporters of football and netball.
Find the full fixture below.
The Ballarat Football Netball League is proud to announce the appointment of our 2025/2026 Representative Netball Coaches.
These individuals bring a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion for the game, and we are excited to have them leading our representative programs this season.
Championship Team Coach: Josh Wells
Assistant Coach: Marcelle Geljon
Championship Team Coach: Kirsty Mclean
Development Team Coach: Dail Hilton
Coach: Kyra Miller
Coach: Kirsty Walsh
Prue Douglass
We congratulate each of our appointed coaches and thank them for their commitment to developing and guiding the league’s talented athletes.
We look forward to a successful representative campaign and seeing our players thrive under their leadership.
Nominations are now open for players to register to trial for our BFNL Representative Netball Teams.
CLICK HERE to register now.
We would like to congratulate the following athletes who have been selected to represent the Ballarat Football Netball League in their respective teams.
The BFNL Representative Teams will participate in the 2026 Association Championships.
Netball Victoria's Association Championships provide more than 180 Victorian associations and leagues the opportunity to compete in a crucial part of the Netball Victoria pathway, with talent ID opportunities for athletes, umpires and coaches at all tournament days across the state.
Congratulations to all players and coaches who will be representing the Ballarat Football Netball League in the 2026 Representative Netball Teams.
Prue Douglass
Coach: Kyra Miller
Coach: Kirsty Romsey
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Abby Gannon |
Ballarat Red |
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Addison Johnstone |
Lake Wendouree |
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Ava Macgowan |
East Point |
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Charlotte Discher |
North Ballarat |
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Esther Doolan |
North Ballarat |
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Evie Allen |
Lake Wendouree |
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Gina Martin |
East Point |
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Harriet Sward |
Lake Wendouree |
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Isabella Howlett |
Redan |
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Kitty Ford |
Redan |
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Lily Byrne |
Ballarat Red |
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Matilda Box |
Ballarat Red |
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Mia Bailey |
North Ballarat |
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Olivia McConchie |
Ballarat White |
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Poppy Byrne |
Ballarat Red |
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Poppy Molloy |
Ballarat Red |
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Ruby Miller |
Ballarat White |
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Sophie Beseler |
North Ballarat |
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Zoe Walsh |
East Point |
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Zara Thorp |
Redan |
Coach: Dail Hilton
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Annabelle Ford |
Redan |
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Ayla Hilton |
Bacchus Marsh |
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Charlotte Box |
Ballarat Red |
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Felicity McGrath |
East Point |
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Hannah Jarvis |
Ballarat White |
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Ivy Hopkinson |
Lake Wendouree |
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Lily Petrie |
Ballarat White |
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Liv Macdonald |
North Ballarat |
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Mia Barclay |
Redan |
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Mila Kearney |
North Ballarat |
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Thea Baker |
Ballarat White |
Coach: Kirsty Mclean
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Eimear Toye |
North Ballarat |
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Ella Manley |
Ballarat Red |
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Elsie Peldys |
Bacchus Marsh |
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Embly Jenkins |
North Ballarat |
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Evie Martin |
East Point |
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Keisha Momcilovic |
Bacchus Marsh |
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Lucy Wilkinson |
Sebastopol |
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Marley Jose |
Redan |
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Maya Funcke |
Lake Wendouree |
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Pippa Edwards |
Redan |
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Ruby Graco |
Ballarat Red |
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Ruby Thomas |
Mount Clear |
Coach: Josh Wells
Assistant Coach: Marcelle Geljon
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Ashlee Beseler |
North Ballarat |
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Audrey Murnane |
North Ballarat |
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Evie Snowdon |
Lake Wendouree |
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Hayley Jackson |
Ballarat White |
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Isla Keating |
Ballarat Red |
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Keely Geljon |
East Point |
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Lily Constable |
North Ballarat |
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Lucy Phyland-McLure |
Bacchus Marsh |
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Milla Rundell |
Lake Wendouree |
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Nicole Burdon |
Ballarat Red |
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Scarlett Jones |
Lake Wendouree |
The Ballarat Football Netball League is excited to invite clubs from the BFNL as well as neighbouring regions (Associations and Leagues) to express their interest in participating in our 2026 Senior Netball Tournament, to be held on Saturday, 21st March 2026.
This tournament is a fantastic opportunity for clubs to enjoy quality pre-season match play and test combinations ahead of the 2026 season.
The tournament promises to be a fun, competitive, and well-organised day of netball, bringing together clubs from across the region to kick off the season in style.
To register your club’s interest, please contact
Clinic 1: Unbadged to C Badge
This clinic is perfect for anyone looking to work towards becoming a “badged” umpire. It’s a great opportunity to build your confidence on the court, develop essential umpiring skills, and enhance your game knowledge. Whether you're new to umpiring or have some experience, this clinic will set you up for success in your umpiring journey.
Clinic 2: C Badge to B Badge
For current C Grade umpires or those looking to progress towards a B Grade accreditation, this clinic is for you. Focused on strengthening confidence, improving rule understanding, and sharpening umpiring skills, this clinic will help you take your umpiring to the next level.
Date: 15th February 2026
Time:
Clinic 1 (Unbadged to C Badge): 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Clinic 2 (C Badge to B Badge): 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Saxon House & City Oval Netball Courts, Ballarat.
Cost: $90 + GST (Includes whistle, participant pack, and on-court mentoring)
This is an amazing opportunity to be “Umpire Ready” leading into the new season, whether you are just starting or are looking to refine your skills.
Anyone is welcome to attend the clinics, simply choose the one that best suits your needs.
Unbadged to C Badge Registration
C Badge to B Badge Registration
The McDonald’s Ballarat Football Netball League (BFNL) Board is pleased to announce the 2026 BFNL Senior Fixture.
The League will once again deliver a full 18-round home-and-away season, followed by an exciting
finals series set to showcase the region’s top football and netball talent.
The 2026 season will open with a Good Friday showcase, headlined by East Point and Bacchus Marsh.
Round 1 will commence on Saturday 11 April, featuring local derbies between all Ballarat-based clubs, while the Eastern block teams will also face off in a major early-season highlight.
ANZAC Day will be strongly represented in Round 3, with several twilight matches scheduled to
commemorate the occasion.
Sunday football will also return in 2026, with four clubs linking senior matches with their junior programs.
Themed rounds remain a major feature of the BFNL calendar.
Wellness Round—spanning two weeks—returns to provide clubs the opportunity to promote and support causes important to their communities.
Sir Doug Nicholls Round and the Ronald McDonald House Charity Round will also return,
reinforcing the League’s commitment to celebration, inclusion and community connection.
Interleague football and netball will take centre stage during the first league-wide bye, with BFNL Under 23 Football and Netball, Under 18 Girls, and Under 18 Boys travelling to Hampden for the annual representative competition.
A second full-competition bye will occur during the middle week of school holidays.
After a thrilling 2025 season full of high-quality competition, the BFNL is excited for what 2026 will
bring.
