Wednesday 27 August

MEDIA RELEASE
AFL Central Victoria Confirms Club Transfer of Hay, Moulamein, Murrabit & Wandella
to Central Murray FNL

*For immediate distribution*

In accordance with the AFL Victoria State Transfer Regulations, AFL Central Victoria has 
approved the transfers of Hay, Moulamein, Murrabit & Wandella Football Netball Clubs, whom 
are all currently affiliated with the Golden Rivers Football Netball League, to the Central Murray 
Football Netball League commencing season 2026 and beyond.

These decisions reflects a collaborative process involving all aforementioned clubs, along with 
clubs across both leagues, the Central Rivers League Board, and AFL Central Victoria. 

The transfers have been approved in line with section 4.3 of the AFL Victoria Community 
Affiliate Regulations, following the completion of all required steps under the State Transfer 
Regulations.

AFL Central Victoria and the Central Rivers League Board acknowledges the constructive 
engagement of all stakeholders throughout the process and thanks those involved for their 
ongoing commitment to the sustainability and success of community football and netball.

We extend our best wishes to Hay, Moulamein, Murrabit & Wandella FNC and the Central 
Murray FNL for a successful transition and future seasons ahead.

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MEDIA RELEASE
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*
Date: 13 June 2025

BOLD STEP FORWARD FOR REGIONAL FOOTBALL AND NETBALL: ‘NORTHERN
FUTURES PROJECT’ RELEASES KEY RECOMMENDATIONS

The Central Rivers Leagues Board, with support from AFL Central Victoria, has today released the
recommendations of the Northern Futures Project (NFP), setting a bold course for a more sustainable
and competitive future for community football and netball in the region.

Following extensive consultation with clubs from both the Central Murray Football Netball League
(CMFNL) and the Golden Rivers Football Netball League (GRFNL), the NFP Steering Committee has
presented eight key recommendations designed to address declining participation and operational
challenges across both leagues.

Key recommendations include:
Concluding and celebrating the GRFNL in 2025, recognising its historic contribution to the region.
Encouraging GRFNL clubs to pursue sustainable futures through transfers to appropriate leagues.
Encouraging ALL clubs to explore amalgamation opportunities with neighbouring clubs.
Expanding the CMFNL by accepting capable and competitive clubs from GRFNL and/or other regions,
with minimum participation criteria applied to ALL clubs.
Exploring flexible competition models, including finals structure, home-and-away rounds, and CCSP
(Player Points and Player Payment Caps) policies, to support an expanded league.
Collaborative planning with AFL Central Victoria and surrounding leagues to manage transfers,
amalgamations and restructure proposals in a strategic and unified manner.

The recommendations come in response to widespread concerns around declining player numbers,
volunteer fatigue, and the viability of operating with reduced club numbers—particularly within the
GRFNL, which faces the prospect of operating with fewer than six clubs.

Northern Futures Project Committee Chair Stuart King stated:

“These recommendations aim to preserve the spirit of local footy and netball while ensuring we’re
building something viable and exciting for generations to come. Change is never easy, however the time
has come where decisive action must be taken."

The committee also noted that if no viable restructure is confirmed for 2026, the GRFNL may continue
with a transitional minimum four-club competition for 2026 only.

The Central Rivers Leagues Board acknowledges the valuable input from all clubs and stakeholders and
thanks the NFP Steering Committee for their dedication. Discussions will now continue with clubs and
AFL Central Victoria to refine and implement the most sustainable pathway forward.

For further information please contact:
Stuart King
Northern Futures Project Committee Chair/Central Rivers League Board Member
0428 396 234

Celebrating a Stellar Season: Central Murray Football Netball League Presentation Nights

Junior Presentation Night

Senior Presentation Night

Highlights of the Night

Full List of Winners

Congratulations to all award recipients who were recognised for their outstanding season at the Central Murray junior awards night on Wednesday night!

Thanks to The Hub for use of their venue, Logan St Cornerstore Cafe for catering, Mildura Health Fund and Foott Earthmoving for their sponsorship, and to all the people who attended!

See below for full results in each grade.

Central Rivers Confirmation of Finals Venues for 2024

The Central Rivers Football & Netball Leagues are pleased to announce the confirmed venues for the 2024 Finals Series for both Football and Netball within The Central Murray Football Netball League (CMFNL) and the Golden Rivers Football Netball League (GRFNL).

Golden Rivers FNL Finals Venues:

• Second Semi Final: Saturday, 24 August, at Wandella Recreation Reserve
• First Semi Final: Sunday, 25 August, at Murrabit Recreation Reserve
• Preliminary Final: Saturday, 31 August, at Ultima Recreation Reserve
• Grand Final: Saturday, 7 September, at Hay Park

Central Murray FNL Finals Venues:

• Qualifying Final: Saturday, 31 August, at Lake Boga Recreation Reserve
• Elimination Final: Sunday, 1 September, at Greenham Park, Balranald
• Second Semi Final: Saturday, 7 September, at Woorinen Recreation Reserve
• First Semi Final: Sunday, 8 September, at Cohuna Recreation Reserve
• Preliminary Final: Saturday, 14 September, at Nyah Recreation Reserve
• Grand Final: Saturday, 21 September, at Swan Hill Recreation Reserve

The process for selecting these venues was carried out in accordance with our finals rotation policy, available on our website. These policies allow clubs to express their interest in hosting finals, taking into account several factors including but not limited to, previous finals hosted, the location of other finals on the same weekend, and the rotation position for the following year. The Board carefully reviews all preferences to ensure a fair and equitable distribution of finals hosting opportunities.

The Central Rivers Board are committed to providing our clubs with the opportunity to showcase their facilities and the dedication of their volunteers. Hosting finals is an important aspect of our leagues, promoting community engagement and providing an exciting atmosphere for all participants and supporters.

We extend our gratitude to all the clubs that have committed to hosting finals. Your efforts are crucial to the success of our finals’ series and the continued growth of Football and Netball in our region.

For more information on the finals schedule and venues, please keep an eye on our socials.

Friday 25 July 2025 

MEDIA RELEASE 
Central Rivers Confirmation of Finals Venues for 2025 
*For immediate distribution* 

The Central Rivers Football & Netball Leagues are pleased to announce the confirmed venues for the 2025 
Finals Series for both Football and Netball within The Central Murray Football Netball League (CMFNL) and 
the Golden Rivers Football Netball League (GRFNL). 

Golden Rivers FNL Finals Venues: 
• Second Semi Final: Saturday, 23 August, at Hay Park 
• First Semi Final: Sunday, 24 August, at Moulamein Recreation Reserve 
• Preliminary Final: Saturday, 30 August, at Wandella Recreation Reserve  
• Grand Final: Saturday, 6 September, Macorna Recreation Reserve 

Central Murray FNL Finals Venues: 
• Qualifying Final: Saturday, 30 August, at Woorinen Recreation Reserve 
• Elimination Final: Sunday, 31 August, at Swan Hill Recreation Reserve 
• Second Semi Final: Saturday, 6 September, at Barham Recreation Reserve 
• First Semi Final: Sunday, 7 September, at Tooleybuc Recreation Reserve 
• Preliminary Final: Saturday, 13 September, at Lalbert Recreation Reserve 
• Grand Final: Saturday, 20 September, at Swan Hill Recreation Reserve (Tyntynder Hosting) 

The process for selecting these venues was carried out in accordance with our finals rotation policy, 
available on our website. These policies allow clubs to express their interest in hosting finals, taking into 
account several factors including but not limited to, previous finals hosted, the location of other finals on the 
same weekend, and the rotation position for the following year. The Board carefully reviews all preferences to 
ensure a fair and equitable distribution of finals hosting opportunities. 

The Central Rivers Board are committed to providing our clubs with the opportunity to showcase their 
facilities and the dedication of their volunteers. Hosting finals is an important aspect of our leagues, 
promoting community engagement and providing an exciting atmosphere for all participants and supporters. 
We extend our gratitude to all the clubs that have committed to hosting finals. Your efforts are crucial to the 
success of our finals’ series and the continued growth of Football and Netball in our region. 

For more information on the finals schedule and venues, please keep an eye on our socials. 

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The Club Development Lead will report to the AFL Central Vic Regional Manager.

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To learn more click here.

BALRANALD will be aiming to lift the Central Murray FNL senior footy premiership cup for the first time since 2009 when it tackles Kerang in Saturday’s grand final at Swan Hill Recreation Reserve.

The showdown of the Kangaroos and Blues in the Radio 3SH-sponsored competition starts at 2.45pm.

An unbeaten run by Kerang was broken when Balranald dominated the second semi-final.

A Kangaroos’ attack led by Ben Fuller and Drew Lloyd on four goals, and Jack Betts medallist Jydon Neagle with three charged to a 115-65 victory.

Balranald won every quarter as Matthew Neagle, Kobe Lloyd, Harrison Soraggi and Ryan Middlebrook were best.

The Blues’ attack was led by Tyson Clingan, coach Troy Coates and Caleb Nitschke on two.

Best for Kerang in that contest were Sean and Josh Hunter, Ryan Gillingham and Tyson Clingan.

Victory in the second semi followed Balranald’s seven-point triumph in the qualifying final against Woorinen.

In pursuit of back-to-back premierships and its 10th in the Central Murray, Kerang hit back to win the preliminary final against Nyah Nyah West United Demons by 81 points.

Both matches between Balranald and Kerang in the home-and-away series were closely-fought.

Kerang won the round six clash at Riverside Park by eight points.

The Blues marked a 94-86 victory at Balranald’s Greenham Park in the 17th round.

Key match-ups in the grand final include the ruck where Jordan Wilkins takes on Kerang’s Nick Lang who joined the Blues after an outstanding career with Kangaroo Flat.

Balranald’s defence led by Toby Lay, Jaxon Neagle and Jack Salau is up against Adam Hunter, Michael Dalrymple and Troy Coates.

The Kangaroos have Ben Fuller, Drew Lloyd and Jydon Neagle as targets in defence.

Massive test for Blues’ defenders Troy Davis, Sam Heavyside, Josh Hunter and Jesse Clark.

In the on-ball duels the Roos will look to Colin Andrews, Ethan Gant and Ryan Middlebrook against the experienced Martin Kelly, Josh Nitschke and Sean Hunter.

Balranald:

B: Jack Jones, Toby Lay, Harrison Soraggi.

HB: Jack Salau, Jaxon Neagle, Matthew Neagle.

C: Ian Fuller, Colin Andrews, Kobe Lloyd.

HF: Jarryd Stead, Drew Lloyd, Seth Connell.

F: Jydon Neagle, Ben Fuller, Leyland Brougham.

Foll: Jordan Wilkins, Ryan Middlebrook, Ethan Gant.

Inter: Rory Fitzgerald, Jack Helgeland, Ned Lay, Tom Salau.

Kerang:

B: Jesse Clark, Troy Davis, Gregor Knight.

HB: Sam Heavyside, Josh Hunter, Lachlan Ross.

C: Hayden Hall, Josh Nitschke, Ryan Gillingham.

HF: Josh Hann, Michael Dalrymple, Troy Coates.

F: Rylee Smith, Adam Hunter, Bradlee Pay.

Foll: Nick Lang, Martin Kelly, Sean Hunter.

Inter: Tyson Clingan, Ashley Davis, Liam Jardine, Caleb Nitschke.

Having fought from an elimination final, Lake Boga takes on Kerang in the reserves grand final at 12.30pm.

These teams met just once in the home-and-away series where Kerang won 50-37 at Lake Boga Sports Club in the ninth round.

The Blues won the second semi-final against Woorinen by eight goals.

A great run by Lake Boga began with a 53-point victory against Mallee Eagles in the elimination final.

Since then the Magpies have soared to wins against Nyah Nyah West United in the first semi, and Woorinen in the preliminary final.

Players to watch for Kerang include Rylee Gitsham, Laine Harry, captain Jotham Higgs, Cody Makeham and Cody Tuohey.

Stars in Lake Boga’s run have included Kyle Brawn, Patrick Bryan, Nelson Ibbs, Shannon O’Reilly and Tobie Richardson.

Kerang:

B: Laine Harry, Lachlan Hall, Tom Dunham.

HB: Ethan McKnight, Jonathon Roberts, Cody Makeham.

C: Nicholas Murray, Cody Tuohey, Logan Tuohey.

HF: Kyle Franzini, Jonah McKnight, Harrison Saunders.

F: Jotham Higgs, Michael Runciman, Alex Lloyd.

Foll: Rylee Gitsham, Jordan McNeil, Nicholas Pay

Inter: Josh Free, Samuel Nitschke, Brodie Meehan, Jordan Clingan

Lake Boga:

B: Patrick Storer, Dylan McCosh, Daniel Haines.

HB: Nelson Ibbs, Taylor Johnstone, Jayden Trebilcock.

C: Noah Sherlock, Kyle Brawn, Gary Goodes.

HF: Byron Holt, Patrick Bryan, Xander Hartland.

F: Shannon O’Reilly, Oliver Rohde, Brody Palmer.

Foll: Hunter Hartland, Tobie Richardson, Mitchell Whitfield.

Inter: Samuel Baber, Jake Hepburn, Nash McDonald, Nicholas Higginbottom.

The rising stars from Woorinen and Lake Boga clash in the Colts play-off at 10.45am.

Woorinen won both matches in the home-and-away series by margins of 40 and six points in round six and 17.

Lake Boga featured on day one of the finals series when it was beaten in the qualifying final by Kerang by 13 points.

The Tigers beat Kerang in the second semi by 33 points.

Lake Boga won a hard-fought first semi against Swan Hill, 43-39, and dominated last Saturday’s preliminary final against Kerang to beat the Blues by nine goals.

Woorinen:

B: Hudson Garner, Cooper Beasley, Oscar Holland.

HB: Noah Starrs, Otto Conlan, Oscar Thornton.

C: Liam Edwards, Xavier Johnson, Brooklyn Whitla.

HF: Juan Kruger, Shaun Kirby, Rayden Garner.

F: Harper Holland, Hugh Thompson, Adam Saunders.

Foll: Tahj Bolton, Charlie King, William Rush.

Inter: Lachlan Bedggood, Blake Mazzarella, Jed Young, Tyson Zucco.

Lake Boga:

B: Noah Noble, Parker Tonkin, Willem Pye.

Hb: Zac Palmer, Dustin Holmes, Xavier Sherlock.

C: Harry Bryan, Ryan Harvey, Cooper Doolan.

Hf: Rylan Barnes, Nicholas Taylor, Bodi Clune.

F: Koben Ryan, Charlie Bryan, Ned Ayson.

Foll: Kai Everett, Harrison Bull, Blaizeee Parsons.

Inter: Patrick Dear, Iszac Green, Kelly Mulligan, Macca Neil, Gus Tonkin.

Grand final day kicks off at 8.50am when Lake Boga plays Tooleybuc Manangatang in the Mildura Health Fund-sponsored under-14 ½ grand final.

The grand finalists met in the second semi where Lake Boga marked a 54-37 victory.

Previous meeting was the 11th round where Lake Boga won 30-10 on home turf.

The finals campaign for the Saints from Tooleybuc Manangatang began with a 41-15 victory against Kerang in the qualifying final.

After defeat in the second semi the Saints struck back for a 94-point win against Kerang in the preliminary final on the Tooleybuc ground.

Lake Boga:

B: Victor Lazarou, Bailey Ray, Harrison Brown.

HB: Joel Schneider, Bryce Anderson, Reef Mulligan.

C: Jake Steer, Max O’Reilly, Lucas O’Reilly.

HF: Rory Davies, Connor Frazzica, Kye Fleming.

F: Flynn Barnes, Lachlan Bull, Jarra Kelly.

Foll: Archer Hartland, Maximus Caruso, Willem Holmes.

Inter: Vin Mobilio, Cassidy Dunn, Elijah Ray, Tait Colville, Ryka Klomp, Axel Kirsten, Matthew Haines

Tooleybuc Manangatang:

B: Kruz Hazlett, Jude Atkinson, Billy Kentish.

HB: Callum Muir, Charlie Elford, Morgan Ryder.

C: Jedd Morris, Rydar Morris, Ryan Fraser.

HF: Julian Muir, Cooper Plant, Jasper Plant.

F: Oliver Spinks, Connor Hazlett, Noah Perry-Atkins.

Foll: Zachary Lehner, Jacob Zanker, Campbell Fisher.

Inter: Riley Hughes, Aidan Plant, Mason Forster, Jakson Turvey, Travis Ballam-Bruton.

SWAN HILL BEATS TYNTYNDER IN KING’S BIRTHDAY MATCH

SWAN Hill took the points against an inaccurate Tyntynder in the Central Murray FNL’s senior footy clash on the King’s Birthday holiday weekend.

The Swans and Bulldogs met in a stand-alone match under Swan Hill’s lights on Saturday night.

The match also completed the sixth round of the Radio 3SH-backed season.

Swan Hill led 16-2 at quarter-time and then opened a 17-point lead by the main break.

The Bulldogs had plenty of play in the second, but added just five behinds to be down 7-24 at half-time.

Term three went Tyntynder’s way, 25-12, to be within a goal at a quarter to play.

Swan Hill scored 2.4 to a goal in the last to complete a 52-36 victory.

Matt Wade capped a best afield performance with two goals for Swan Hill as Jett Hinton, Lachlan Joyce, Sonny Beasy, Toby Thoolen and Lachlan Vrolijks were also on target.

Goalkickers for Tyntynder were Matt Corney, two; Zac Denham and Liam Whelan.

Best for Swan Hill were Matt Wade, Xavier Moloney, Toby Thoolen, Brandon Houlihan, Adam Manning and Matthew Pearse.

Matt Corney, Matt Gilbee, Elliot Broad, Liam Whelan, Josh Stone and Patrick Crowe worked hard for the Bulldogs.

SWAN HILL OUTPOINTS TYNTYNDER IN KING’S BIRTHDAY MATCH

SWAN Hill won all quarters of Saturday’s A-grade netball clash with Tyntynder in the Central Murray FNL season.

The Swans and Bulldogs played a stand-alone match to complete the sixth round.

After winning the opening term, 17-10, Swan Hill upped the pressure to lead 37-20 by the long break.

Zoe Morris went on to score 56 goals in a 76-35 victory as Ingrid Condely chipped in with 17 goals and Casey Frame added three.

Goalers for Tyntynder were Kimberley Calvert, 18; and Kelsey Rowe, 17.

After being in front by just a goal at quarter-time of the A-reserve match, Swan Hill charged to a 31-21 lead by the main break.

Tyntynder lifted to win the third, 10-9, but the Swans scored a dozen goals in the last and held the Bulldogs to just nine to complete a 52-40 victory.

Jenna Jenkins led Swan Hill’s attack on 28 goals.

Tyntynder’s goalers were Sarah Hawley, 24; and Jessica Weaver, 16.

In B-grade, Swan Hill led 19-15 at half-time and charged clear after the break for a 39-22 victory.

Millie and Sophie Reed scored 20 and goals respectively.

Tyntynder’s attack was led by Jade Featherby on 15.

In B-reserve, Swan Hill won every quarter on its way to a 43-23 result.

Ryley Purcell scored 26 goals for the Swans.

Goalers for Tyntynder were Stacey Keefe, 12; and Chandelle Hazlett, 11.

Tyntynder marked a 16-goal victory in the 18-and-under competition.

The Bulldogs led 25-14 at half-time and dominated the third, 15-6, on the way to a 51-35 result.

A 14-3 opening term set up Swan Hill’s win in the 16-and-under match.

Isla Beasy scored 22 goals in a 34-23 victory.

Tyntynder netted a 25-18 win in the 14-and-under match.

Tyntynder turned a four-goal lead at half-time of the 12-and-under match into a nine-goal victory.

The Bulldogs led 13-9 at the main break and then won the third term, 7-1.

A closely-fought final term went the Swans way, but Tyntynder took the points in a 23-14 result.

Tyntynder’s attack was led by Eliza Lawry, 16 goals, as Scarlett Foott scored nine goals for Swan Hill.

The league hits the halfway mark of the home and away series next Saturday.

Lake Boga takes on Kerang at Lake Boga Sports Club.

Balranald plays Mallee Eagles at Balranald’s Greenham Park.

Tyntynder tackles Nyah Nyah West United at Swan Hill’s Alan Garden Reserve.

Koondrook Barham clashes with Swan Hill at Barham.

Woorinen takes on Tooleybuc Manangatang at Woorinen.

Cohuna Kangas have the bye.

With a mid(ish)-season break in both the Central Murray and Golden Rivers, we take a moment to check out our award leaderboards in all their glory!

We give you a sneak peek each week of our top 10 leaders in each category, but we all know we like to see which games we poll in, even if we’re not in medal contention.

For a comprehensive list of MVP votes and Goal Kicking tallies, download the spreadsheet below and peruse to your heart’s desire.

NINE clubs will be represented in the Central Murray FNL netball grand finals on Saturday at Swan Hill Recreation Reserve.

In A-grade it’s the battle of the birds as the Magpies from Lake Boga take on the Swans of Swan Hill from 2.50pm.

Most recent meeting between these teams was the second semi-final where Lake Boga clinched a 43-42 victory.

Their only showdown in the home-and-away series was in the 10^th round where Lake Boga won 48-45 on Swan Hill’s court.

The Swans’ run to the grand final began with an 11-goal win against Woorinen in the qualifying final and then loss to the Magpies a week later.

Swan Hill hit back for a 59-54 victory against Mallee Eagles in last Saturday’s preliminary final.

Lake Boga:
Lily Brennan
Jayda Fleming
Maddy Gleeson
Katie Hepburn
Sarah Hepburn
Holly Hogan
Milla Holt
Jemma Meehan
Taigan O’Shannassy
Emma Peacock
Sophie Peacock

Swan Hill:
Kelly Bonney
Carly-Marie Clark
Ingrid Condely
Jenna Jenkins
Kelsey McCoy
Karli McIntyre
Zoe Morris
Peyton Oliver
Mollie Quin
Holly Rogers
Ava Seymour
Maeve Sheldrick

In A-reserve, Mallee Eagles face Balranald from 1.20pm.

When they met in round nine the Eagles soared to a 51-33 victory on Balranald’s court at Greenham Park.

The Kangaroos from Balranald have fought their way from an elimination final.

On day two of the final series Balranald ended Lake Boga’s season in a 48-44 result.

Next two hit-outs for the Roos have ended in a 46-35 win against Woorinen in the first semi, and 39-37 victory against Lake Boga in the preliminary final.

After finishing the home-and-away series on top of the ladder, Mallee was first to the grand final after a 62-59 win against Lake Boga in the second semi.

Mallee Eagles:
Julia Amezdroz
Alana Bookham
Emily Bookham
Alicia Harvey
Amy Hinton
Jessica Jobling
Jorja McDonald
Dakota Meehan
Nevaeh Roberts
Milly Saville
Emelia Shannahan

Balranald:
Alex Austin
Maddi Bigas
Brogan Carter
Bec Harvey
Indianna Kirby
Macy Lloyd
Grace Morton
Isabella Papa
Chloe Slade
Chloe Taylor

Woorinen takes on Koondrook Barham in the B-grade match at 11.50am.

It was one-all when these teams met in the home-and-away series.

Woorinen scored a 59-29 victory at home in round five.

The round 16 match at Barham ended in a 36-34 victory for the River Raiders.

Been a much easier run for Woorinen to the grand final.

After finishing on top of the ladder the Tigers marked a 37-32 win against Nyah Nyah West United in the second semi.

Koondrook Barham hit back from a three-goal loss to NNWU Demons in the qualifying final to beat Swan Hill by four goals in the first semi, and then won 36-29 against Nyah Nyah West United in the preliminary final.

Woorinen:
Eva Bolton
Toni Bolton
Donal Fellows
Tenay Fellows
Stacey Hanns
Skye Kelly
Courtney Lolicato
Greta Miller
Sharni O’Connor
Melissa Rushton
Taylor Wright

Koondrook Barham:
Kate Callow
Emily Copland
Sarah Copland
Teagan Frankling
Mandy Fulton
Shanae Haw
Rebecca Hollingworth
Sally McDonald
Sassi-Jo McGrath
Georgia Snowdon
Emma Vinecomb

It’s Koondrook Barham against Kerang in the B-reserve match from 1.20pm.

Their only meeting in the home-and-away series ended in a 43-39 win for Koondrook Barham at Kerang’s Riverside Park in the eighth round.

A 45-43 win by the River Raiders against Swan Hill in the second semi put the KB team into the season decider.

Kerang has fought its way from an elimination final.

The Blues beat Cohuna, 37-33 on day two of the finals series and have since knocked out Balranald, 55-41, and Swan Hill, 32-31.

Koondrook Barham:
Millie Borley
Emma Cruse
Jordyn Donovan
Georgie Drysdale
Kayla Drysdale
Hayley Jackson
Paige Mooring
Taylah O’Neill
Annabelle Plunkett
Jodie Webb
Erin Whelan

Kerang:
Jedda Birch
Kiama Birrer
Denai Buckow
Ebony Hipworth
Terri McKenzie
Mikala McNeill
Melissa Ottosson
Zenda Peacock
Harley Tarr
Kobie Waddingham
Bianca Wise
Jamison Wise

Top teams in the 18-and-under competition, Cohuna and Tyntynder will clash from 10.20am.

After an unbeaten run in the home-and-away series, Tyntynder went  down to Cohuna in the second semi, 42-39.

Their previous meeting ended in a 55-37 win for the Bulldogs on Cohuna’s court in the 10^th round.

Cohuna scored a 49-45 win against Mallee Eagles in the qualifying final.

Stung by the second semi loss, Tyntynder fought on for a 29-27 victory against Mallee Eagles in the preliminary final.

Cohuna Kangas:
Ebony Black
Maddy Black
Makayla Heap
Marli Easton
Taylor Hird
Joelie Mathers
Daisy McGlone
Charli Moon
Sammi Moon
Harmony Taylor
Ava Van der Zande

Tyntynder:
Isabella Corrie
Rose Crowe
Audrey Domaille
Zarlie Featherby
Harmonie Martin
Myah Monk
Milla Nalder
Amidel Sait
Tahni Smith
Olivia Stead

It’s the Tigers against the Blues as Woorinen faces Kerang in the 16-and-under grand final at 8.50am.

The Tigers won both matches in the home-and-away series by 11 and three goals and then beat Kerang by eight goals in the second semi.

Kerang’s run in the finals began with a one-goal win against Tooleybuc-Manangatang in the qualifying final.

The Blues marked a 49-45 victory against Cohuna in the preliminary final.

Woorinen:
Eva Bolton
Willow Conlan
Ava Crow
Giaan Delmenico
Olivia Free
Oliva Martinez
Violet Martinez
Deja Stacey
Maya Treweek
Janke Van Gooswilligen

Kerang:
Brylee Clingan
Brooke Heffer
Alli Hunter
Chloe Meehan
Hallie Murphy
Joli Robertson
Maia Velleley
Kobie Waddingham
Jamison Wise
Lily Wise.

Tyntynder and Lake Boga will contest the 14-and-under final from 10.20am.

Both have played out closely-fought matches.

Lake Boga won 19-13 at home round four, and Tyntynder scored a 27-25 victory in the 15^th round.

They met in the qualifying final where Tyntynder won 30-23.

A week later and the Bulldogs beat Mallee Eagles, 33-29 in the second semi.

Lake Boga is on a roll.

The Magpies have won their past two hit-outs by 13 and eight goals as they beat Woorinen and then Mallee Eagles.

Tyntynder:
Lily Nalder
Kieley Styles
Charli Woodward
Violet Corrie
Chloe Nalder
Arna Carroll
Lily Treacy
Asha Sait
Ruby Eastwood
Eliza Lawry

Lake Boga:
Maddox Parsons
Brealle Lynas
Holly Lynas
Lani Holt
Morgan Heil
Ruby Ryan
Pippa White
Hope Tonkin
Imogen Frost-Thomas
Zoe Robertson

A NEW-LOOK Tooleybuc-Manangatang takes on Kerang in Saturday’s completion to the first round of senior footy in the Central Murray Football Netball League season. 

The Saints and Blues will clash at Tooleybuc from 2.30pm. 

There’s plenty of new faces in the Tooleybuc Manangatang team as the club hits back from a 2-14 run and 11th place on the ladder in last season’s 3SH-backed competition. 

It’s a big test against the reigning premier. 

Key recruits for the Saints include Tim Auckland, Trey Clark and Ethan Goldfinch from Tasmania. 

Tooleybuc Manangatang has also signed midfielder Blake Grant who played for Kinborough in Tasmania and Southport Sharks in Queensland. 

Others to watch in the red, white and black are Kwaby Boakye and Josh Williams. 

The Troy Coates-coached Kerang welcomes gun ruckman Nick Lang who racked up more than 250 games with Kangaroo Flat. 

A powerful line-up from Kerang is led by Josh Nitschke and includes Ryan Gillingham, Michael Dalrymple, Martin Kelly and Nicholas Pay. 

The Blues will be without Bryce Curnow and Nick Stagg who have joined Sandhurst. 

Mallee Eagles take on Lake Boga at Lalbert. 

The Eagles will look to big games from the likes of Beau Bennett, Ayden Tessari, Toby Sheahan, Ethan Pinchen, Harry Allen and Zac O’Meara. 

The Lake Boga attack will include David Gourdis who played four matches for Richmond and is a dual premiership player with Keilor. 

A crucial match-up for Mallee will be who opposes former Essendon and Port Adelaide forward Angus Monfries. 

Other players to watch for the Magpies include Jayden Lonergan, Ricky Wild, Lachlan Burns and Matt Taverna. 

Tyntynder and Balranald do battle at Alan Garden Reserve in Swan Hill. 

A 9-7 record meant Tyntynder finished last season in fourth place before a four-goal loss to Lake Boga in the elimination final. 

Key players for Tyntynder include ruckman Hugh Broad, captain Elia Ware, Roy George in the centre, Isaiah Bull and Brock Storer in defence. 

Balranald has named Jaxon and Jydon Neagle on the half-back line, Matthew Neagle as rover, Kobe Lloyd in the centre, and Ben Fuller at full-forward. 

Nyah Nyah West United faces Koondrook Barham at Nyah. 

The Koondrook Barham line-up includes ruckman Mitch Christensen from Huntly. 

Other key players for the River Raiders are captain Patrick Goble, Kye Attwell, Colin McVeigh, Domenico Cirillo, and Jack Thrum. 

Swan Hill has the bye. 

The season kicked off Good Friday at Cohuna where Woorinen Tigers scored a 68-23 win against the Kangas. 

CMFNL ROUND 1 PREVIEW

Grand final rematch highlights season rematch

A REMATCH of last season’s grand finalists, Balranald and Kerang highlights Saturday’s start to the 3SH-backed senior footy competition in the Central Murray FNL.

Balranald will have home-ground advantage at Greenham Park when it tackles the reigning premier from 2.30pm.

The Jydon Neagle-coached Balranald includes Jaxon Neagle at centre half-back and Matt Neagle as ruck-rover.

Key players for the Kangaroos are Colin Andrews and Drew Lloyd in attack, rover Harrison Soraggi, Jack Salau and Toby Lay in defence.

A brilliant on-field leader and nine-time premiership winner with Kerang, Troy Coates is now non-playing coach of the Blues.

After being joint coach in Mount Pleasant’s premiership victory in the Heathcote DFNL in ’23, Adam Baird has made the move to Kerang.

Baird was part of four grand final wins with Golden Square in a remarkable era of 2009 to ’13.

He also earned the Michelsen Medal as the Bendigo FNL’s fairest and best in the 2019 season.

Baird joins a Blues’ line-up that includes ruckman Nick Lang, centreman and captain Josh Nitschke, ruck-rover Sam Heavyside and key forwards Archer Dibsdale and Caleb Nitschke.

Woorinen and Swan Hill clash in Tigers’ territory at Woorinen.

The Marcus Demaria-coached Woorinen was beaten in both of last September’s finals.

Talented on-baller Michael Herlihy is Swan Hill’s new senior coach.

After starring for the Eagles in the South Australia NFL, former Melbourne and Port Adelaide forward Jimmy Toumpas has joined Swan Hill.

Players to watch for the Swans include forward Kallen Heslop, Thomas Isma who has crossed from Woorinen, captain Luke Phelan, and Ned McKeown, son of Collingwood defender Ron McKeown.

Tooleybuc Manangatang is on home turf at Tooleybuc to take on Mallee Eagles.

Saints’ coach Dean Helmers will be keen to see Tooleybuc Manangatang rise from last year’s 10^th placing.

The play of Johnathan Marsden at centre half-forward, Connor McDonald in the ruck, roving of Kai Kearns, and defensive work of Jackson Morris and Richard Wardle will be a key to the Saints chances.

Mallee Eagles are also determined to hit back from a 4-12 run last season.

The Brent Macleod-coached Eagles have gained former Richmond player Jayden Post who was named at centre half-forward.

Other key players for the Mallee include Zac O’Meara and Paul Davis on the half-back line, ruckman Jai Middleton and rover Beau Bennett.

Tyntynder and Cohuna Kangas clash at Alan Garden Reserve in Swan Hill.

The Josh Stone-coached Tyntynder will be keen to mark a winning start.

Huge task for the likes of Jason Eagle at full-forward, Patrick Crowe in the centre, on-ballers Darcy Bibby and Jayden Magro, and Cayden Crowe and Luke Jones in defence.

A six-time premiership winner at Golden Square and Michelsen medallist, Jack Geary steps into senior coaching with the Kangas.

Geary is arguably one of the most decorated players in country Victorian football.

The Kangas’ coach was named at half-forward, but can be just as damaging ruck-roving or across the half-back line.

Stung by last year’s sixth placing, Cohuna Kangas are likely to make a strong rebound.

Cohuna’s charge is likely to be led by the likes of co-captains Jarrod Findlay and Joel Helman, Sam McGlone and former Elmore coach Dylan Friedberger.

The Kangas recruits include Golden Square premiership defender Will Lee, former Huntly coach Jayden Cordy, and Ryan Semmel, a multiple Cheatley medallist in his time with Huntly in the Heathcote DFNL.

Most challenging task for any of Koondrook-Barham’s players against Nyah Nyah West United will be taking on gun forward Brandyn Grenfell.

After kicking 303 goals across Marong’s premiership wins of ’22 and ’23, Grenfell has joined the NNWU Demons.

Scott Wood was named at full-back and Grenfell at full-forward for the opening round clash at Barham Recreation Reserve.

The Scott Callow-coached Koondrook Barham faces a daunting task against a Demons line-up which was 9-7 going into last year’s finals series and made it all the way to a preliminary final.

Key players for the River Raiders include Mitch Christensen, Reagan Hamilton, and co-captains Patrick Goble, Jack Shannon and Jack Thrum.

Billy Driscoll has made his way from Navarre to play for Koondrook Bahram.

Although Grenfell is the main target in attack, NNWU has plenty of goalkicking options through Riley Daniels, Darcy Butler and Jordan Iudica.

The Corey Daniels-coached Demons have Joel Campbell and Joel Walsh to lead the defence, and on-ball division of Blake Larkings, Ethan Saville and Dominic Gallo.

Lake Boga has the bye.

The Dean Helmers-coached Magpies will be home at Lake Boga Sports Club to face Balranald in round two.

VITAL MATCH TO BE PLAYED ON SWAN HILL’S TURF

A SHOWDOWN between Swan Hill and Lake Boga is one of several highlights in this Saturday’s 10th round of senior footy in the Central Murray FNL season.

Separated by four points it’s a massive test for the fifth-placed Swans and seventh-placed Magpies.

Another big game will be at Manangatang where the Saints will mark their second win of the season, or Koondrook Barham it’s first.

At Swan Hill Recreation Reserve the Swans will aim to achieve win number six and gain an eight-point break on the Pies.

Key players for Swan Hill include Toby Thoolen in the ruck, rover Matt Wade, Elijah and Jose Miliado and Brandon Houlihan.

If match-up happens as named, Swans half-forward Sonny Beasy will play a crucial role in trying to stop the run and superb disposal of former Essendon and Port Adelaide player Angus Monfries.

A talented line-up from Lake Boga includes Tyle Williams in the centre, David Gourdis and Jayden Lonergan in attack, ruckman Jacob Simpson, rover Darby Hayes, and Marty Parsons at full-back.

The Demons from Nyah Nyah West United will aim to keep the heat on the top five by beating Balranald.

It’s a huge task for the sixth-placed NNWU up against the second-placed Balranald.

In last week’s play, Hassan Ahmat-Watkins kicked nine goals in the Demons win against Tyntynder at Swan Hill’s Alan Garden Reserve.

Players to watch in the red and blue include Charlie Boulton at half-forward, rover Jarrod Stokes, Riley Daniels in the centre, Ethan Curran on a wing, Joel Campbell and Joel Walsh in defence.

It’s been a terrific run by the Balranald Kangaroos whose only defeat was to the unbeaten Kerang.

A key match-up for the Roos will be at full-back where Josh Hodgson was named.

A talented Balranald team includes Jason, Jydon and Matt Neagle, Ethan Gant, ruckman Jordan Wilkins, Nathan Ablett and Ben Fuller.

The Saints and River Raiders will eye a great chance to break their winless run.

Tooleybuc Manangatang has not won since a 114-43 triumph on Swan Hill’s turf in round two.

A highlight of this match will be in the ruck where Tim Auckland is up against Koondrook Barham gun recruit Mitch Christensen.

Key players for the Saints include Ryan Domaille, Blake Grant, Jack Mazzarella, Alex Powell and John Wardle.

Koondrook Barham will look to centreman Chester Gardner, Colin McVeigh, Eli Boyd, Jordan and Ryan Bassett to lead the way to a long-awaited victory.

Cohuna Kangas are at home to take on Tyntynder.

The Tyson Findlay-coached Kangas may have too much attacking power for Tyntynder to hold.

Cohuna’s forward line includes Brenton Conforti, Jarrod Findlay and Rhys Free.

A strong on-ball division includes Joel Helman as ruck-rover and Sam McGlone as rover.

Other key players for the Kangas are Tom Metherell and Will Thrum off the half-back line.

Tyntynder will look to compete strongly at stoppages through Hugh Broad in the ruck, and Patrick Crowe, Mick Dedini and Zac Denham at ground level.

The Bulldogs have Wilhelm Hawkins, Elia Ware and Liam Whelan in attack.

Mallee Eagles are at home at Lalbert to take on Woorinen.

Massive test for the ninth-placed Mallee against the third-placed Tigers.

An Eagles’ defence that includes Joe Halloran, Clinton Cummins, Zac O’Meara and Shaun Harrison is up against Will Collicoat, Doug Beames, Thomas Isma and Matt Gardner.

Mallee’s chances will rest greatly on the play of on-ballers Angus McKenzie, Beau Bennett and Darcy McGregor.

A strong Woorinen line-up includes Josh Domaille, Robbie Miller, Jye Barry and Mitchell Uhlhorn.

Kerang has the bye.

LAKE BOGA SLAMS ON 10 GOALS IN LAST TERM

LAKE Boga unleashed a brilliant 10-goal blitz in the final term to mark an impressive victory against Swan Hill in Saturday’s 10th round of the Central Murray FNL’s senior footy action.

After being down by 16 points at half-time of the clash with Swan Hill in the 3SH-backed competition, Lake Boga trailled 69-70 at the start of the final term on the Swans’ turf.

The Magpies then scored 10.7 to a goal in the last to complete a 136-76 victory.

Dustin Burns and Jayden Lonergan led Lake Boga’s attack on four goals each as former Essendon and Port Adelaide forward Angus Monfries added three.

Multiple goalkickers for the Swans were Jose Miliado, three; Seamus Doherty, Xavier Moloney and Luke Phelan, two.

Best for Lake Boga were Lochie Laing, Jayden Lonergan, David Gourdis, Jacob Simpson, Marty Parsons and Ryan Fox.

Jose Miliado, Xavier Moloney, Adam Manning, Matthew Wade, Leighton Dullard and Lachlan Joyce played well for the Swans.

Balranald won three of four quarters to beat Nyah Nyah West United by 37 points at Nyah.

The NNWU Demons led 21-20 at quarter-time before the Roos scored 5.4 to 2.0 in the second term.

Balranald held a five-goal buffer at the last change on the way to a 102-65 victory.

Drew Lloyd kicked four goals for the Kangaroos as Ben Fuller added three.

The Demons’ attack was led by Hassan Ahmat-Watkins on four.

Best for the Roos were Drew Lloyd, Jaxon Neagle, Harrison Soraggi, Kobe Lloyd, Jordan Wilkins and Rory Fitzgerald.

Alex Erlandson, Joel Campbell, Jarrod Skinner, Dean Harrop, Charlie Boulton and Ethan Curran were best for NNWU.

Despite its inaccuracy, Tooleybuc Manangatang was able to mark a seven-goal win against Koondrook Barham at Manangatang.

The Saints scored 4.13 to a point in the opening term.

Tooleybuc Mananangatang led 51-17 by half-time and 72-29 at a quarter to go.

The Saints added 1.5 to 2.0 in the last for a final score of 10.23 (83) to 6.5 (41).

Tim Auckland, Ryan Domaille and Ethan Goldfinch kicked two goals for the Saints.

The River Raiders’ attack was led by the Eli Boyd and Mitch Christnesen on two.

Best for Tooleybuc Manangatang were Blake Grant, Jack Mazzarella, Connor McDonald, Ethan Goldfinch, Johnathan Marsden and Tim Auckland.

Jack Shannon, Regan Hamilton, Scott Wood, Mitch Christensen, Ash Molin and Eli Boyd played well for the Koondrook Barham team.

Cohuna Kangas bounced back from a five-point deficit at half-time of its home game against Tyntynder to beat the Bulldogs by 31 points.

Tyntynder led 29-24 after it scored 4.2 to 1.2 in the second term.

The Tyson Findlay-coached Cohuna lifted to add 4.8 to 1.2 in the third and then added 3.2 to 1.2 in the last for a 76-45 victory.

Rhys Free kicked four goals and Luke Conca added two majors for Cohuna.

The Bulldogs’ attack was led by Matt Corney and Liam Whelan on two.

Best for Cohuna were Sam McGlone, Joel Helman, Tom Metherell, Will Thrum, Jack and Angus Donat.

Isaiah Bull, Harry Simpson, Mick Dedini, Patrick Crowe, Matt Corney and Matt Gilbee were Tyntynder’s best.

Seven goals to nil in the first term set up a 63-point win by Woorinen against Mallee Eagles at Lalbert.

The Tigers dominated the opening quarter to score 7.3.

Mallee struck back to win the second, 4.2 to a goal.

The Tigers added 3.4 to just two behinds in the third quarter and won the last, 26-8.

Will Collicoat kicked a match-high six goals for Woorinen as nine team-mates added a major.

The Eagles’ attack was led by Brent Macleod on four.

Best for Woorinen were Henry Thompson, Will Collicoat, Matt Gardner, Josh Domaille, Mitch Uhlhorn and Jye Barry.

Shaun Harrison, Brent Macleod, Zac O’Meara, Paul Davis, Harrison Allen and Beau Bennett worked hard for Mallee Eagles.

Kerang had the bye.

ROUND 10 SCOREBOARD: https://www.centralrivers.com.au/cmfnl-game-day-results-ladders

MAGPIES WIN A TOP NETBALL CONTEST ON SWAN HILL’S COURT

LAKE Boga won a thrilling A-grade netball contest with Swan Hill in Saturday’s 10th round of the Central Murray FNL season.

The Magpies made their way to Swan Hill for a crucial match between two of the competition’s best teams.

Swan Hill led 12-11 at quarter-time and 25-24 by the main break.

In the third it was the Magpies who lifted their play to outscore the Swans, 13-11.

Lake Boga’s goalers Sarah Hepburn and Katie Hepburn scored 42 and six goals respectively in a 48-45 victory.

The Swans’ attack was led by Zoe Morris, 26; and Ingrid Condely, 19.

Tyntynder won a closely-fought contest on Cohuna’s court.

The Cohuna Kangas led 15-14 at quarter-time, but the Bulldogs took control to win the second term, 16-10.

Tyntynder was up by eight goals going into the final quarter, but it was the Kangas who fought back brilliantly to win the term, 15-11.

At the final siren, the Bulldogs led 58-54.

Tyntynder’s attack was led by Kimberley Calvert, 33; and Kelsey Rowe, 25.

Carmen Dye and Kobie McIvor scored 28 and 26 goals for the Kangas.

Balranald won all quarters in a 51-33 victory on Nyah Nyah West United’s court.

The Roos led 13-10 at quarter-time and 24-14 by the main break.

In the second half, Balranald scored 14 goals in the third term and 13 in the last, while the Demons added term scores of 10 and nine.

Balranald’s goalers were Ella Mirtschin, 38; and Jess Parry, 13.

Woorinen marked a 17-goal win against the Mallee Eagles at Lalbert.

The Tigers led 34-21 at half-time before the Eagles were within 11 at a quarter to go.

Woorinen won the last, 19-13, and the match, 67-50.

Tayla Bennett was in top form as she scored 57 goals for the Tigers and Emily Siely added 10.

Mallee’s goalers were Kellie Walker, 33; and Megan Thorneycroft, 17.

Tooleybuc Manangatang was in great form against Koondrook Barham at Manangatang.

The Saints led 17-6 at quarter-time and 37-15 by the long break.

Tooleybuc Manangatang went on for a 77-36 victory.

Koondrook Barham’s attack was led by Emily Fasham, 23; and Remy Doyle, 13.

Kerang had the bye.

ROUND 10 SCOREBOARD:
A-Reserve:
Swan Hill 42 lt Lake Boga 55
Cohuna 39 lt Tyntynder 71
Nyah Nyah West United 20 lt Balranald 81
Mallee Eagles 52 d Woorinen 41
Tooleybuc Manangatang 94 d Koondrook Barham 16

B-Grade:
Swan Hill 46 d Lake Boga 35
Cohuna 55 d Tyntynder 29
Nyah Nyah West United 38 d Balranald 36
Mallee Eagles 43 lt Woorinen 49
Tooleybuc Manangatang 18 lt Koondrook Barham 43

B-Reserve:
Swan Hill 52 d Lake Boga 13
Cohuna 54 d Tyntynder 40
Nyah Nyah West United 22 lt Balranald 62
Mallee Eagles 23 lt Woorinen 51
Tooleybuc Manangatang 16 lt Koondrook Barham 76

18-and-Under:
Swan Hill 60 d Lake Boga 40
Cohuna 37 lt Tyntynder 55
Balranald forf. to Nyah Nyah West United
Mallee Eagles 49 d Woorinen 45
Tooleybuc Manangatang 38 lt Koondrook Barham 65

16-and-Under:
Swan Hill 27 d Lake Boga 26
Cohuna 61 d Tyntynder 32
Nyah Nyah West United 24 lt Balranald 38
Mallee Eagles 31 lt Woorinen 66
Tooleybuc Manangatang 43 d Koondrook Barham 14

14-and-Under:
Swan Hill 9 lt Lake Boga 30
Cohuna 6 lt Tyntynder 36
Nyah Nyah West United 23 lt Balranald 32
Mallee Eagles 25 lt Woorinen 30
Tooleybuc Manangatang 14 lt Koondrook Barham 38

ROUND 11
In the 11th round on July 8, Balranald takes on Cohuna Kangas at Balranald’s Greenham Park.

Koondrook Barham faces Mallee Eagles at Barham.

Woorinen tackles Nyah West United in Tigers’ territory at Woorinen Recreation Reserve.

Kerang tackles Swan Hill at Kerang’s Riverside Park.

Lake Boga and Tooleybuc Manangatang clash at Lake Boga Sports Club.

Tyntynder has the bye.

TWO MOBS OF KANGAROOS CLASH AT BALRANALD FOR NAIDOC ROUND!

MOBS of Kangaroos from Balranald and Cohuna will meet in Saturday’s 11th round of senior footy in the Central Murray FNL season.

It’s an all-Kangaroos showdown from 2.30pm at Balranald’s Greenham Park as the 3SH-backed competition resumes after the league’s general bye.

The Balranald Kangaroos have achieved an 8-1 record to be second in the premiership race.

The Tyson Findlay-coached Cohuna Kangas are fourth on a 6-3 record.

In round 10, Balranald marked a 37-point win against Nyah Nyah West United at Nyah.

Drew and Kobe Lloyd, Jaxon Neagle and Harrison Sorragi were the Roos’ best in that match.

A strong team from Balranald includes Jordan Wilkins in the ruck, Rory Fitzgerald and Ben Fuller in attack, Jydon Neagle and Toby Lay in defence.

Cohuna won its latest hit-out against Tyntynder by 31 points.

The Kangas gain plenty of drive from on-ballers Sam McGlone and Joel Helman, and also from Tom Metherell and Will Thrum off the half-back line.

A Cohuna attack that includes Rhys Free, Jarrod Findlay and former Elmore coach Dylan Friedberger will test Balranald.

There are several matches that have a major bearing on the make-up of the top five.

The third-placed Woorinen is at home to take on the seventh-placed Nyah Nyah West United.

A 63-point win by Woorinen against Mallee Eagles last round gave the Tigers a 7-2 record.

On that day the Tigers charged to a 45-nil lead by quarter-time as Henry Thompson, Will Collicoat, Matthew Gardner and Josh Domaille were best for the yellow and black.

Nyah Nyah West United is seventh on a 4-5 record, but only a win behind the fifth-placed Lake Boga.

The Demons will need a couple of upset wins to force their way into the finals.

Alex Erlandson, Joel Campbell, Jarrod Skinner and Dean Harrop played well against Balranald last round.

The Demons squad to play the Tigers includes Charlie and Oliver Boulton, Nic and Zack Threadgold, and Riley Daniels.

It’s been an extended break for the unbeaten Kerang which had the bye in round 10.

The Troy Coates-coached Blues are back at Kerang’s Riverside Park to take on Swan Hill.

A 5-4 record has the Swans in sixth place and fighting to take Lake Boga’s place in the five.

Swan Hill was beaten in the round 10 showdown with Lake Boga by 10 goals.

Key players for the Swans include wingmen Adam Manning and Tom Holdstock, Jose Miliado in the centre, Xavier Moloney at half-back, and rover Matt Wade.

Swan Hill will also need big games from the likes of ruckman Toby Thoolen, ruck-rover Elijah Miliado, and Kallen Heslop and Zach Mihoeck in attack.

Tough task for Swan Hill against the reigning premiers who have the experience and skill of Michael Dalrymple, Martin Kelly and Lachlan Ross.

Other players to watch for the Blues include captain Josh Nitschke, Josh Hann, Sam Heavyside, and ruckman Nick Lang in his first match for many weeks.

Lake Boga is at home to take on Tooleybuc Manangatang.

The Magpies slammed on 10.7 to a goal in the last term to complete a 136-76 victory at Swan Hill last round.

Lake Boga’s best in that contest were Lochie Laing, Jayden Lonergan, David Gourdis and Jacob Simpson.

A win could give the Pies a decisive break on their nearest rivals.

Lake Boga’s team to take on the Saints includes former Essendon and Port Adelaide mid/forward Angus Monfries, Matt Taverna at centre half-back, Ryan Fox on a wing, and Ricky Wild at half-forward.

Tooleybuc Manangatang beat Koondrook Barham by seven goals in the 10th round as Blake Grant, Jack Mazzarella, Connor McDonald and Ethan Goldfinch led the way.

The Saints will need strong defensive games from the likes of John and Richard Wardle, Shane Foley and Shayne Goldfinch.

Koondrook Barham is at home to play Mallee Eagles.

The River Raiders will be keen to seize the opportunity to break their winless run against an Eagles line-up which has had two wins this season.

Key players for Koondrook Barham include ruckman Mitch Christensen, Regan Hamilton at full-back, Jack Shannon and Scott Wood across the half-back line.

The River Raiders also have Colin McVeigh as ruck-rover, and Chester Gardner in the centre.

It was a tough hit-out for the Eagles against Woorinen at Lalbert.

Mallee’s best in that match were Shaun Harrison, Brent Macleod, Zac O’Meara and Paul Davis.

The Eagles will also look to ruckman Angus McKenzie, ruck-rover Brent McLeod, rover Beau Bennett and Harry Allen in the centre to win their fair share of contests.

Tyntynder has the bye.

NAIDOC Week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians all over the country and overseas.

This year, the Central Murray are proud to be involved in NAIDOC Week celebrations, through our annual NAIDOC Round, with all of our clubs wearing specially designed apparel this weekend.

The Central Murray and Golden Rivers Football Netball Leagues acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community.

In particular, we recognize the traditional ownership of the lands on which we compete today, and throughout the season.

We pay our respect to elders’ past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

We encourage the ongoing commitment to fostering positive connections with First Nations people and commend all those involved in the 2023 NAIDOC Week for highlighting the cultural significance of Indigenous artwork and it’s connection to storytelling in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

We also thank all the local artists who have donated their time and talent to bringing the Central Murray and Golden Rivers NAIDOC Round alive.

DEMONS FIRE UP TO FACE MAGPIES AT NYAH

SEPARATED by a point last time they met, Nyah Nyah West United and Lake Boga clash in Saturday’s 12^th round of the Central Murray FNL’s senior footy action.

The NNWU Demons are on home turf at Nyah to tackle the Magpies.

In round two it was Lake Boga which held on for a 65-64 victory.

Lake Boga goes into this match in fourth place on a 6-4 record.

The Demons are seventh on a 4-6 tally, so it’s a crucial match in determining whether NNWU can qualify for the finals series.

In last Saturday’s play, NNWU was beaten at Woorinen by 19 points.

Lake Boga dominated its home game against Tooleybuc Manangatang to record a 102-25 victory.

Key players for Nyah Nyah West United include Hassan Ahmat-Watkins, Charlie Boulton and Riley Daniels in attack, Brayden Bigham and Ethan Curran on the wings.

The Demons also have ruckman Joel Campbell and Joel Walsh in defence, and Jarrod Stokes.

Best for the Magpies in their win against the Saints included Lincoln Sieben and Lachlan Burns.

Lake Boga’s line-up includes former Essendon and Port Adelaide forward/midfielder Angus Monfries, David Gourdis in attack, Ryan Fox, Matt Taverna and Ricky Wild.

Refreshed by the bye, Tyntynder takes on Woorinen at Alan Garden Reserve in Swan Hill.

In round two the Tigers roared to a 113-point victory against the Bulldogs at Woorinen.

An 8-2 record has Woorinen in third place in the premiership race.

Tyntynder’s is ninth on a 2-8 record.

Key players for the Bulldogs include captain Elia Ware, Matt Gilbee across the half-back line, Mick Dedini on a wing, Matt Corney, Cayden and Patrick Crowe.

The aptly-named Jason Eagle can also soar for a mark or two in attack.

Latest hit-out for Woorinen ended in a 19-point win against the NNWU Demons.

Players to watch in the yellow and black include Jye Barry in the centre, Doug Beames and Will Collicoat in attack, ruck-rover Josh Domaille.

The Tigers also have Danko Bzenic, Lachlan Gardner and Robbie Miller.

Mallee Eagles take on the unbeaten Kerang at Lalbert.

In round two the Blues thrashed the Eagles by 161 points at Kerang’s Riverside Park.

Mallee will be determined to put in a much stronger showing this time.

The Troy Coates-coached Kerang won last Saturday’s hard-fought clash with Swan Hill by just 16 points.

Key players for the Blues include rover Sam Heavyside, captain  Josh Nitschke in the centre, and Lachlan Ross.

The Blues also have former Kangaroo Flat ruckman Nic Lang, Sam Nitschke at centre half-forward, Ashley Davis and Liam Jardine in defence.

Mallee played well to mark a 70-point win against Koondrook Barham at Barham last round.

Best for the Eagles in that match were Darcy McGregor, Beau Bennett, Brent Macleod and Angus McKenzie.

Mallee will also look for big games from the likes of Paul Davis and Andrew McDonald in attack, Braiden Bennett, Matt Despott and Harry McGregor in defence.

The Cohuna Kangas are at home to take on Koondrook Barham.

Previous meeting between these clubs ended in a 73-point win for the Kangas.

The Tyson Findlay-coached Kangas are on the rebound from a 43-point loss at Balranald.

A 6-4 record has Cohuna in fifth place on the ladder.

Key players for Cohuna include ruckman Nathah Hammond, Jake Hammond at centre half-back, Mitchell Treacy in the centre, and ruck-rover Sam McGlone.

The Kangas also have the experience of Dylan Friedberger, Jarrod Findlay, Tom Metherell and Luke Conca.

It’s been a tough run for Koondrook Barham as it tries to break its season duck.

Best for the River Raiders in last Saturday’s match against Mallee Eagles were Mitch Christensen, Will Lake, Corey Barrington and Eli Boyd.

The River Raiders will look to Colin McVeigh, Patrick Goble, Scott Wood and Chester Gardner to win a fair share of contests.

Tooleybuc Manangatang takes on Swan Hill at Tooleybuc.

In round two the Saints beat the Swans by 71 points at Swan Hill.

Key players for Tooleybuc Manangatang include Ryan Domaille at centre half-back, Ethan Goldfinch in the centre, Blake Grant and Jack Mazzarella.

The Saints were held to just three goals at Lake Boga last round.

The play of Tim Auckland in the ruck, Josh Williams and Connor McDonald in attack will be crucial to Tooleybuc-Manangatang’s chances.

Sixth on a 5-5 record, Swan Hill must win to keep the heat on the fourth and fifth-placed Lake Boga and Cohuna.

The Swans fought back from a 26-point deficit at quarter-time to finish within 16 points of Kerang last Saturday.

Players to watch for Swan Hill include Tom Holdstock at half-back, ruck-rover Matt Wade, and ruckman Toby Thoolen.

The Swans also have the leadership of Luke Phelan, and a quality attack that includes Sonny Beasy, Elijah and Jose Miliado.

Balranald has the bye.

DEMONS FIRE AGAINST LAKE BOGA AT NYAH

THE Demons from Nyah Nyah West United marked a stunning victory against Lake Boga in Saturday’s 12th round of senior footy in the Central Murray FNL.

A 47-point win by NNWU in the 3SH-backed competition meant it joined Lake Boga and Swan Hill on identical win-loss records of 6-5.

The Demons dominated from the first quarter and never let up.

A 27-2 lead for NNWU at quarter-time was seven goals by the long break after it scored 5.1 to 2.2 in the second term.

Play was a lot more evenly contested in the final hour.

The Demons won the third quarter, 34-26, while the Magpies won the last, 19-16.

Riley Daniels led the NNWU attack on four goals as Hassan Ahmat-Watkins and Corey Daniels added three each in the 108-61 win.

Lake Boga’s attack was led by Dustin Burns, Nathaniel Holmes-Brown and Lochie Laing on two each.

Best for NNWU were Kayne Davidson, Joel Walsh, Riley Daniels, Ethan Saville, Alex Erlandson and Brayden Bigham.

Lake Boga’s best were Marty Parsons, Daniel Dzufer, Jake Warren, Lochie Laing, Lachlan Burns and Jacob Simpson.

Closest margin of the day was at Alan Garden Reserve in Swan Hill where Tyntynder took on Woorinen.

Tyntynder led 20-19 at quarter-time before the Tigers won the second, 27-20.

The Tigers held a nine-point buffer after a closely-fought third term.

Woorinen did plenty more attacking in the last and scored 5.3 to a goal to complete a 103-67 victory.

Danko Bzenic kicked four goals for the Tigers as Will Collicoat and Matt King added two each.

The Bulldogs’ attack was led by Matt Corney, Jason Eagle and Justin Ellis on two each.

Woorinen’s best were Mitchell Uhlhorn, Jye Barry, Dylan Godwin, Henry Thompson, Danko Bzenic and Charlie King.

Elliot Broad, Patrick Blake, Elia Ware, Matt Gilbee, Cayden Crowe and Josh Stone played well for Tyntynder.

Six goals to one in the first quarter set up Kerang’s win against Mallee Eagles at Lalbert.

The Blues led 38-9 at quarter-time and 60-24 by the main break.

Mallee worked hard to hold Kerang to a tally of 5.9 in the second half as it scored 4.2.

At the final siren, Kerang led 99 to 50.

Tyson Clingan, Bradlee Pay and Rylee Smith kicked three goals apiece for the Blues.

The Eagles’ attack was led by Josh Bibby, Paul Davis and Darcy McGregor on two.

Kerang’s best were Sam Heavyside, Ashley Davis, Sean Hunter, Tyson Clingan, Josh Nitschke and Rylee Smith.

Harry McGregor, Beau Bennett, Shaun Harrison, Darcy McGregor, Brent Macleod and Harrison Allen were best for the Eagles.

Cohuna marked a 100-point win at home against Koondrook Barham.

The Tyson Findlay-coached Cohuna Kangas scored 10.10 to 1.2 in the first half.

The River Raiders lifted to score 3.1 in the second half as the Kangas added 8.9 to complete a 127 to 27 victory.

Joel Helman kicked five goals for Cohuna as Daniel Coates added four.

Other multiple goalkickers were Jude Palmer, three; Jack Donat, Jarrod Findlay and Dylan Johnstone, two.

Goalkickers for Koondrook Barham were Corey Barrington, Mitch Christensen, Lachlan Laursen and Colin McVeigh.

Cohuna’s best were Daniel Coates, Joel Helman, Daniel Paterson, Jack Donat, Cooper McLoughlan and Jude Palmer.

Colin McVeigh, Will Lake, Ash Molin, Mitch Christensen, Jack Shannon and Patrick Goble worked hard for Koondrook Barham.

Swan Hill scored an 82-point win against Tooleybuc Manangatang at Tooleybuc.

The Swans led 32-7 at quarter-time and 59-29 by the main break.

In the third term Swan Hill added 5.3 to 1.1 and then won the last, 19-2, to complete a 111-29 victory.

Swans’ captain Luke Phelan capped a great match with five goals as Jose Miliado kicked three, and Seamus Doherty, Jarvis Keogh and Matt Wade added two.

The Saints’ attack was led by Josh Williams with two.

Swan Hill’s best were Brenton Halligan, Luke Phelan, Xavier Moloney, Matt Wade, Sonny Beasy  and Jose Miliado.

Connor McDonald, Ethan Goldfinch, Tom Carland, Blake Grant, Kallum Hazlett and Richard Wardle were Tooleybuc Manangatang’s best.

Balranald had the bye.

Round 12 Scoreboard: https://www.centralrivers.com.au/cmfnl-game-day-results-ladders

GOALERS ON TARGET ACROSS MANY MATCHES

THERE were some high-scoring matches across the 12th round of A-grade netball in the Central Murray FNL on Saturday.

Just two goals separated Cohuna and Koondrook Barham on the Kangas’ court at Cohuna.

Koondrook Barham led 16-15 at quarter-time and 31-26 by the main break.

The River Raiders edged out to a six-goal buffer at a quarter to play.

In the final term it was Cohuna which dominated to score 16 goals as it held the KB line-up to just eight.

At the final whistle, Cohuna led 54-52.

The Kangas’ attack was led by Carmen Dye, 36, and Kobie McIvor, 18.

Emily Fasham scored 30 goals for Koondrook Barham as Tatum Boyd added 22.

One of the closest results was at Tyntynder where the Bulldogs took on Woorinen Tigers.

Tyntynder led 30-26 at half-time, but the Tigers roared back to win the third quarter, 19-9.

Woorinen went on to claim a 58-52 victory as Tayla Bennett scored 48 goals and Emily Siely added 10.

Tyntynder’s attack was led by Kimberley Calvert, 32, and Kelsey Rowe, 20.

Nyah Nyah West United took on Lake Boga at Nyah.

The Demons worked hard, but the ladder-leading Magpies had all the answers on their way to a 58-37 victory.

Lake Boga goalers Sarah and Katie Hepburn poured in tallies of 45 and 13.

Mallee Eagles beat Kerang by 15 goals at Lalbert.

The Eagles led 27-17 at half-time and 41-27 at at a quarter to go.

At the final whistle Mallee led 52-37.

The Eagles’ attack was led by Kellie Walker, 29, and Megan Thorneycroft, 23.

Goalers for Kerang were Courtney Robertson, 28; Chloe Adams, 6; and Olivia Jones, 3.

Tooleybuc Manangatang could not stop Swan Hill’s charge to a big win.

Final score in the Saints and Swans match was 45-76.

Zoe Morris reached the 50-goal mark for Swan Hill as Ingrid Condely chipped in with 26.

The Saints’ leading goaler was Shaniah Nunn on 23.

Balranald had the bye.

Round 12 scoreboard:

A-reserve:
Cohuna 95 d Koondrook Barham 20
Tyntynder 30 lt Woorinen 42
Nyah Nyah West United 30 lt Lake Boga 60
Mallee Eagles 71 d Kerang 27
Tooleybuc Manangatang 22 lt Swan Hill 53

B-grade:
Cohuna 51 d Koondrook Barham 45
Tyntynder 24 lt Woorinen 52
Nyah Nyah West United 41 d Lake Boga 28
Mallee Eagles 76 d Kerang 30
Tooleybuc Manangatang 27 lt Swan Hill 73

B-reserve:
Cohuna 39 lt Koondrook Barham 56
Tyntynder 24 lt Woorinen 62
Nyah Nyah West United 30 lt Lake Boga 34
Mallee Eagles 36 lt Kerang 46
Tooleybuc Manangatang 6 lt Swan Hill 56

18-and-under:
Cohuna 90 d Koondrook Barham 24
Tyntynder 66 d Woorinen 24
Nyah Nyah West United 7 lt Lake Boga 66
Mallee Eagles 67 d Kerang 28
Tooleybuc Manangatang 35 lt Swan Hill 71

16-and-under:
Cohuna 71 d Koondrook Barham 25
Tyntynder 39 lt Woorinen 67
Nyah Nyah West United 24 lt Lake Boga 76
Mallee Eagles 41 lt Kerang 57
Tooleybuc Manangatang 27 d Swan Hill 24

14-and-under:
Cohuna 7 lt Koondrook Barham 52
Tyntynder 31 d Woorinen 28
Nyah Nyah West United 9 lt Lake Boga 32
Mallee Eagles 47 d Kerang 15
Tooleybuc Manangatang 15 lt Swan Hill 26

ROUND 13 – JULY 22 – TAC ROAD SAFETY ROUND

In next Saturday’s play, Woorinen takes on Cohuna Kangas at Tigerland in Woorinen.

Lake Boga is at home to play Mallee Eagles.

Koondrook Barham clashes with Nyah Nyah West United at Barham.

Kerang faces Tooleybuc Manangatang at Kerang’s Riverside Park.

Balranald takes on Tyntynder at Balranald’s Greenham Park.

Swan Hill has the bye.

TIGERS CHASE KANGAS AT WOORINEN

WOORINEN Tigers will chase the Cohuna Kangas in Saturday’s 13th round of senior footy in the Central Murray FNL season.

It’s second against fourth in the 3SH-backed competition.

When these clubs met on Good Friday it was Woorinen which won the season opener by 45 points at Cohuna.

The Tigers and Kangas won their latest hit-outs by comfortable margins.

Among the key match-ups in this contest will be in the centre where the Tigers have Robbie Miller to take on Joel Helman.

Woorinen’s on-ball division of Lachlan Gardner, Jye Barry and Josh Domaille faces Chris Anderson, Sam McGlone and Luke Conca.

Other key players for the yellow and black are Danko Bzenic and Will Collicoat in attack, Doug Beames and Mitchell Uhlhorn in defence.

The Tyson Findlay-coached Cohuna has Jake and Nathan Hammond teaming up with Will Thrum across the half-back line.

Cohuna will also need big games from the likes of Jarrod Findlay, Rhys Free and Mitchell Treacy.

Lake Boga is on home turf to play Mallee Eagles.

In round one the Magpies soared to a 32-point win at Lalbert.

Lake Boga will be desperate to bounce back from a 47-point loss to Nyah.

Key players for the Magpies include Lochie Laing at centre half-back, Angus Monfries and Matt Taverna at half-back, and Tyle Williams in the centre.

Lake Boga’s line-up includes David Gourdis, Jayden Lonergan and Jacob Simpson.

The chances for Mallee rest greatly on Harry McGregor at centre half-back, Beau Bennett and Harrison Allen in attack, and on-ballers Brent Macleod and Darcy McGregor.

Koondrook Barham tackles Nyah Nyah West United at Barham.

Tough task for the River Raiders against an NNWU team fighting to gain a place in the top five.

Koondrook Barham’s best in last week’s loss at Cohuna were Colin McVeigh, Will Lake and Ash Molin.

The Raiders will also look to Scott Wood, Mitch Christensen, Reagan Hamilton and captain Patrick Goble to compete strongly.

Unbeaten and on top of the ladder, Kerang is back home at Riverside Park to play Tooleybuc Manangatang.

In round one the Blues won at Tooleybuc by 75 points.

In-form players for Kerang include rover Sam Heavyside, Ashley Davis at centre half-back, and Sean Hunter on a back flank.

A talented line-up for the Blues also has coach Troy Coates and ruckman/forward Nick Lang in attack, captain Josh Nitschke in the centre, and Josh Hunter at full-back.

The Saints are on the rebound from an 82-point loss to Swan Hill.

Tooleybuc Manangatang has Connor McDonald and Kallum Hazlett as key players in attack.

The Saints will need big games from the likes of rover Tom Carland, ruck-rover Blake Grant, centreman Ethan Goldfinch, and defenders Jaicob Kenny and Shayne Goldfinch to challenge the Blues.

Balranald is back in action after the bye to play Tyntynder at Balranald’s Greenham Park.

The Kangaroos have played superb football to be third in the premiership race on a 9-1 record.

In round one, Balranald beat Tyntynder by 28 points at Swan Hill’s Alan Garden Reserve.

Balranald’s best in its latest hit-out against Cohuna were Colin Andrews, Jydon Neagle and Ryan Middlebrook.

The Roos line-up to take on the Bulldogs includes Ned Lay and Ian Fuller on the wings, rover Ethan Gant, and Drew Lloyd and Ben Fuller in attack.

Balranald also has Jaxon and Matt Neagle across the half-back line.

Tyntynder will look to Josh Stone, Patrick Blake, Justin Ellis, Elia Ware, Matt Gilbee, Harry Simpson and Isaiah Bull to lead the charge to an upset victory.

Swan Hill has the bye.