SFNL Div 1 2025

[Swans1968]

No doubt but in a split second heat of battle you are not thinking age / height/ weight. But yes learning after the fact it’s a 16yo wouldn’t of sat well afterwards.

Side topic and On the Port Colts - and there seems to be a few of you on here , what’s the go with the under performance so far this season ? Paying big $$$$ and no results ? Can’t keep dishing up mid to lower end ladder finishes and spending as much as Dingleys and Cheltenhams of the competition.

Certainly not big $ , but yes we are disappointed , especially after rd 1 . I know all teams get injuries but 8 senior players out yesterday and had 1 player left half way through the 3rd qtr . That being said hit the front in the last qtr so we had our chance to win

 

[batfink]

Certainly not big $ , but yes we are disappointed , especially after rd 1 . I know all teams get injuries but 8 senior players out yesterday and had 1 player left half way through the 3rd qtr . That being said hit the front in the last qtr so we had our chance to win

Out of interest, who are the 8 senior players

 

[Nepotism]

They don't play AFL , they play Aussie Rules sport

it doesn't matter what you want to call it, Bedders, the modern generation of kids aren't playing either AFL, Aussie Rules or both and the junior footy programs in the area are suffering very badly.

 

[batfink]

No he was knocked out . And agree about doesn’t matter about the age . But a cheap shot is a cheap sh

No he wasn’t

No he was knocked out . And agree about doesn’t matter about the age . But a cheap shot is a cheap shot

No he wasn’t knocked out as he got the free and took his kick
No 16 from bentleigh should still get minimum 2 weeks for careless action

 

[Swans1968]

Out of interest, who are the 8 senior players

L Mcomb J Berry M Clarke E Solamynz J De Glaire A Moustakas injured E Williams L Voss back at Sandringham . T Jones R Lehmann N Gordon injured yesterday

 

[batfink]

L Mcomb J Berry M Clarke E Solamynz J De Glaire A Moustakas injured E Williams L Voss back at Sandringham . T Jones R Lehmann N Gordon injured yesterday

That hurts
Dingley clear favourites and best depth,but with such an even competition, a couple of injuries this year could be the difference between a win or loss against any team

 

[MoorabbinMauler2]

Division 1
Springvale Districts outduelled St Paul's McKinnon in an intense game that was not properly reflected on the scoreboard. Springy played the best quarter of footy I've seen a side play all year in the first, with their centre clearance game simply superb, force-feeding their forwards, who capitalised on an overwhelmed Doggies defence. Outside of that quarter, the game was very, very even, with St Paul's threatening late before being snuffed. The game was soured by two unfortunate injuries, with Districts skipper Russell appearing to dislocate a shoulder, and St Paul's gun O'Brien being knocked out by a hit from the aptly named Brunt, who is most likely staring down the barrel of a long suspension. Macklin Raine was simply enormous in the ruck for the Dees, and was a big part of their dominance in the middle. Hendy and Thomas kicked goals aplenty up forward in a true team performance. For the Dogs, Beveridge was elite, albeit slightly hampered by injury - his poise is in a league of it's own. Interestingly, Rousakis was thrown back in a surprising move, will be interested to see how Scott fixes his beleaguered defence.

Dingley took down East Brighton in front of a huge crowd at the Den. Moorcroft considered his scintillating form with another bag of five, stepping up admirably in the absence of the now potentially AFL bound Lewis. Windhager also played a blinder, living up to his surname as a shutdown specialist. Walmsley and Horton-Milne laboured at the coalface to ensure there was a constant supply of ball going forward. EB lost no admirers, but it's clear to see their players 19-22 aren't up to the level of their star studded top end. Good to see Corp back on the field, very interested to see how Jewell manages their litany of talls once everyone is available in the one week.

Cheltenham awakened from their first half slumber to put away Narre Warren in a ferocious comeback. While their depth may not be as good as past years, their stars are still stars and can get them over the line is most circumstances. Narre are a good side, but probably just short of the best teams in SFNL, they're definitely in and around finals. Richardson and Howe are an awesome tandem up forward, and will keep them in games. Huge test for both sides against E.B and Dingley respectively this week.

Murrumbeena saluted for the first time in division 1 with a rabble rousing victory against Cranbourne to condemn the Eagles to last place on the ladder. Standish was marvellous up forward with a bag of 6, including a magnificent backheel nutmeg. Rogers and Tolongs' returns are imminent, which should help the Lions try and stave off relegation. The Eagles have been disappointing early. They must beat the Demons this week to have any chance of finals this season.

Bentleigh pipped Port Melbourne in a spiteful, seesawing game at Arthur street. Smart was pivotal in the ruck, taking advantage of Berry's absence to deliver a Max Gawn

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Max Gawn

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33

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209cm

Wt

110kg

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14.1

4star

K

7.4

3star

HB

6.7

4star

CL

2.8

4star

HO

35.3

5star

D

18.5

4star

K

11.5

4star

HB

7.0

4star

CL

3.5

4star

HO

29.2

5star

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8.4

3star

K

3.6

2star

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4.8

4star

CL

1.0

3star

HO

15.6

5star

like performance. The Demons have surprised many (especially myself) by showing clear improvement from last season, and may even be a finals smoky. Their superior 19s have finally started to trickle through to senior level, giving the side a bank of good, 1 point players to draw upon. This is in contrast to the misfiring Colts, who simply don't have enough points to put their best side on the park each week. They've been ravaged by injury thus far, but they simply have too much talent to not improve.

Division 2
A cat's been thrown amongst the pigeons here with Highett's sudden uptick of form. They were lackadaisical when I saw them on Good Friday, but have managed to beat the two top sides convincingly in the last two weeks. Highett's recruiting strategy of plucking superb reserves players seems to be paying off nicely. East Malvern have still started well, but would be disappointed with losing to the far less fancied Bulldogs. A mouth-watering clash against the redbacks awaits.
Speaking of Hampton Park, the wheels look to be falling off at Robert Booth reserve with a second successive defeat to a plucky Endeavour Hills outfit. Rafferty is an absolute gun, and his experience and nous, when coupled with their exciting crop of youngsters, should make them a threat in the years to come. Redbacks need to bounce back this week.
Caulfield rode Lewis' bag of 6 to sink Mordialloc in a bit of a upset. The Bears should add Dunn back soon, who immediately vaults them into the midtable. The Bloods have depth, but don't have many points to play with, which will cost them against better teams who have the gamebreakers they sorely need.
Frankston surfed a dominant first half to thrash a relatively hapless Doveton, who look a shadow of their previous glory. The Dolphins have a slew of contributors across the field, and are one of the fittest teams in the competition, which should set them in good stead going forward. Doveton have lost too many of their A graders to compete, and are relying on a miracle (Chapman returning?) to sniff the second week of finals.
Keysborough scrambled home against a disappointing Chelsea Heights side to bank another important win. The Heighters can beat anyone on their day, but have been well kept by their opponents thus far. I still think they can do damage in September, but things need to turn around quickly to do so. Keysy have been another surprise package, being competitive pretty much every week and looking right at home in a division where anyone can beat anyone.

Division 3
Hampton consider their surge with a resounding victory over Ashwood, the Hammers are starting to look ominous.
C.P.L dispatched Lyndhurst in a performance a meteorologist would be proud of. Baxter continues to shine up forward. Alarm Bells for the Lightning, who are now winless.
South Mornington seemed to have finally awakened, beating Heatherton. The Panthers have been a major letdown this season after many expected them to go one better than last year after a strong offseason.
Black Rock held off Skye to keep in touch with the top four. A big bag is imminent for Cloke, who has been threatening to take a game by the scruff of the neck.
A magnificent victory for Berwick Springs who just edged out a valiant St Kilda City. They've got a very useful side, and are well led by their 4(!) captains, all eyes on round 9 for when they take on C.P.L

Division 4
South Yarra broke their duck with a thumping over Narre South, who now have the longest losing streak in the SFNL. Massive congratulations to all involved at the Yarra's, and hopefully this entices more to stick around the club.
Dandenong West creamed Doveton Eagles, who look to be in a spot of bother. They play Narre South in round 6 in a wooden spoon clash
An impressive Clayton continued their march towards the premiership dais by keeping a plucky Moorabbin at arm's length, rising to 4-0.
Hallam franked their premiership credentials with a dismantling of Lyndale. They now sit 4-0 with a percentage of 320.

 

[bedford]

Division 1
Springvale Districts outduelled St Paul's McKinnon in an intense game that was not properly reflected on the scoreboard. Springy played the best quarter of footy I've seen a side play all year in the first, with their centre clearance game simply superb, force-feeding their forwards, who capitalised on an overwhelmed Doggies defence. Outside of that quarter, the game was very, very even, with St Paul's threatening late before being snuffed. The game was soured by two unfortunate injuries, with Districts skipper Russell appearing to dislocate a shoulder, and St Paul's gun O'Brien being knocked out by a hit from the aptly named Brunt, who is most likely staring down the barrel of a long suspension. Macklin Raine was simply enormous in the ruck for the Dees, and was a big part of their dominance in the middle. Hendy and Thomas kicked goals aplenty up forward in a true team performance. For the Dogs, Beveridge was elite, albeit slightly hampered by injury - his poise is in a league of it's own. Interestingly, Rousakis was thrown back in a surprising move, will be interested to see how Scott fixes his beleaguered defence.

Dingley took down East Brighton in front of a huge crowd at the Den. Moorcroft considered his scintillating form with another bag of five, stepping up admirably in the absence of the now potentially AFL bound Lewis. Windhager also played a blinder, living up to his surname as a shutdown specialist. Walmsley and Horton-Milne laboured at the coalface to ensure there was a constant supply of ball going forward. EB lost no admirers, but it's clear to see their players 19-22 aren't up to the level of their star studded top end. Good to see Corp back on the field, very interested to see how Jewell manages their litany of talls once everyone is available in the one week.

Cheltenham awakened from their first half slumber to put away Narre Warren in a ferocious comeback. While their depth may not be as good as past years, their stars are still stars and can get them over the line is most circumstances. Narre are a good side, but probably just short of the best teams in SFNL, they're definitely in and around finals. Richardson and Howe are an awesome tandem up forward, and will keep them in games. Huge test for both sides against E.B and Dingley respectively this week.

Murrumbeena saluted for the first time in division 1 with a rabble rousing victory against Cranbourne to condemn the Eagles to last place on the ladder. Standish was marvellous up forward with a bag of 6, including a magnificent backheel nutmeg. Rogers and Tolongs' returns are imminent, which should help the Lions try and stave off relegation. The Eagles have been disappointing early. They must beat the Demons this week to have any chance of finals this season.

Bentleigh pipped Port Melbourne in a spiteful, seesawing game at Arthur street. Smart was pivotal in the ruck, taking advantage of Berry's absence to deliver a Max Gawn like performance. The Demons have surprised many (especially myself) by showing clear improvement from last season, and may even be a finals smoky. Their superior 19s have finally started to trickle through to senior level, giving the side a bank of good, 1 point players to draw upon. This is in contrast to the misfiring Colts, who simply don't have enough points to put their best side on the park each week. They've been ravaged by injury thus far, but they simply have too much talent to not improve.

Division 2
A cat's been thrown amongst the pigeons here with Highett's sudden uptick of form. They were lackadaisical when I saw them on Good Friday, but have managed to beat the two top sides convincingly in the last two weeks. Highett's recruiting strategy of plucking superb reserves players seems to be paying off nicely. East Malvern have still started well, but would be disappointed with losing to the far less fancied Bulldogs. A mouth-watering clash against the redbacks awaits.
Speaking of Hampton Park, the wheels look to be falling off at Robert Booth reserve with a second successive defeat to a plucky Endeavour Hills outfit. Rafferty is an absolute gun, and his experience and nous, when coupled with their exciting crop of youngsters, should make them a threat in the years to come. Redbacks need to bounce back this week.
Caulfield rode Lewis' bag of 6 to sink Mordialloc in a bit of a upset. The Bears should add Dunn back soon, who immediately vaults them into the midtable. The Bloods have depth, but don't have many points to play with, which will cost them against better teams who have the gamebreakers they sorely need.
Frankston surfed a dominant first half to thrash a relatively hapless Doveton, who look a shadow of their previous glory. The Dolphins have a slew of contributors across the field, and are one of the fittest teams in the competition, which should set them in good stead going forward. Doveton have lost too many of their A graders to compete, and are relying on a miracle (Chapman returning?) to sniff the second week of finals.
Keysborough scrambled home against a disappointing Chelsea Heights side to bank another important win. The Heighters can beat anyone on their day, but have been well kept by their opponents thus far. I still think they can do damage in September, but things need to turn around quickly to do so. Keysy have been another surprise package, being competitive pretty much every week and looking right at home in a division where anyone can beat anyone.

Division 3
Hampton consider their surge with a resounding victory over Ashwood, the Hammers are starting to look ominous.
C.P.L dispatched Lyndhurst in a performance a meteorologist would be proud of. Baxter continues to shine up forward. Alarm Bells for the Lightning, who are now winless.
South Mornington seemed to have finally awakened, beating Heatherton. The Panthers have been a major letdown this season after many expected them to go one better than last year after a strong offseason.
Black Rock held off Skye to keep in touch with the top four. A big bag is imminent for Cloke, who has been threatening to take a game by the scruff of the neck.
A magnificent victory for Berwick Springs who just edged out a valiant St Kilda City. They've got a very useful side, and are well led by their 4(!) captains, all eyes on round 9 for when they take on C.P.L

Division 4
South Yarra broke their duck with a thumping over Narre South, who now have the longest losing streak in the SFNL. Massive congratulations to all involved at the Yarra's, and hopefully this entices more to stick around the club.
Dandenong West creamed Doveton Eagles, who look to be in a spot of bother. They play Narre South in round 6 in a wooden spoon clash
An impressive Clayton continued their march towards the premiership dais by keeping a plucky Moorabbin at arm's length, rising to 4-0.
Hallam franked their premiership credentials with a dismantling of Lyndale. They now sit 4-0 with a percentage of 320.

Thanks for this , it's great info

 

[Greg Tivendale]

Good to see St. Pauls lose

Love you to Bedford

Division 1
Springvale Districts outduelled St Paul's McKinnon in an intense game that was not properly reflected on the scoreboard. Springy played the best quarter of footy I've seen a side play all year in the first, with their centre clearance game simply superb, force-feeding their forwards, who capitalised on an overwhelmed Doggies defence. Outside of that quarter, the game was very, very even, with St Paul's threatening late before being snuffed. The game was soured by two unfortunate injuries, with Districts skipper Russell appearing to dislocate a shoulder, and St Paul's gun O'Brien being knocked out by a hit from the aptly named Brunt, who is most likely staring down the barrel of a long suspension. Macklin Raine was simply enormous in the ruck for the Dees, and was a big part of their dominance in the middle. Hendy and Thomas kicked goals aplenty up forward in a true team performance. For the Dogs, Beveridge was elite, albeit slightly hampered by injury - his poise is in a league of it's own. Interestingly, Rousakis was thrown back in a surprising move, will be interested to see how Scott fixes his beleaguered defence.

Dingley took down East Brighton in front of a huge crowd at the Den. Moorcroft considered his scintillating form with another bag of five, stepping up admirably in the absence of the now potentially AFL bound Lewis. Windhager also played a blinder, living up to his surname as a shutdown specialist. Walmsley and Horton-Milne laboured at the coalface to ensure there was a constant supply of ball going forward. EB lost no admirers, but it's clear to see their players 19-22 aren't up to the level of their star studded top end. Good to see Corp back on the field, very interested to see how Jewell manages their litany of talls once everyone is available in the one week.

Cheltenham awakened from their first half slumber to put away Narre Warren in a ferocious comeback. While their depth may not be as good as past years, their stars are still stars and can get them over the line is most circumstances. Narre are a good side, but probably just short of the best teams in SFNL, they're definitely in and around finals. Richardson and Howe are an awesome tandem up forward, and will keep them in games. Huge test for both sides against E.B and Dingley respectively this week.

Murrumbeena saluted for the first time in division 1 with a rabble rousing victory against Cranbourne to condemn the Eagles to last place on the ladder. Standish was marvellous up forward with a bag of 6, including a magnificent backheel nutmeg. Rogers and Tolongs' returns are imminent, which should help the Lions try and stave off relegation. The Eagles have been disappointing early. They must beat the Demons this week to have any chance of finals this season.

Bentleigh pipped Port Melbourne in a spiteful, seesawing game at Arthur street. Smart was pivotal in the ruck, taking advantage of Berry's absence to deliver a Max Gawn like performance. The Demons have surprised many (especially myself) by showing clear improvement from last season, and may even be a finals smoky. Their superior 19s have finally started to trickle through to senior level, giving the side a bank of good, 1 point players to draw upon. This is in contrast to the misfiring Colts, who simply don't have enough points to put their best side on the park each week. They've been ravaged by injury thus far, but they simply have too much talent to not improve.

Division 2
A cat's been thrown amongst the pigeons here with Highett's sudden uptick of form. They were lackadaisical when I saw them on Good Friday, but have managed to beat the two top sides convincingly in the last two weeks. Highett's recruiting strategy of plucking superb reserves players seems to be paying off nicely. East Malvern have still started well, but would be disappointed with losing to the far less fancied Bulldogs. A mouth-watering clash against the redbacks awaits.
Speaking of Hampton Park, the wheels look to be falling off at Robert Booth reserve with a second successive defeat to a plucky Endeavour Hills outfit. Rafferty is an absolute gun, and his experience and nous, when coupled with their exciting crop of youngsters, should make them a threat in the years to come. Redbacks need to bounce back this week.
Caulfield rode Lewis' bag of 6 to sink Mordialloc in a bit of a upset. The Bears should add Dunn back soon, who immediately vaults them into the midtable. The Bloods have depth, but don't have many points to play with, which will cost them against better teams who have the gamebreakers they sorely need.
Frankston surfed a dominant first half to thrash a relatively hapless Doveton, who look a shadow of their previous glory. The Dolphins have a slew of contributors across the field, and are one of the fittest teams in the competition, which should set them in good stead going forward. Doveton have lost too many of their A graders to compete, and are relying on a miracle (Chapman returning?) to sniff the second week of finals.
Keysborough scrambled home against a disappointing Chelsea Heights side to bank another important win. The Heighters can beat anyone on their day, but have been well kept by their opponents thus far. I still think they can do damage in September, but things need to turn around quickly to do so. Keysy have been another surprise package, being competitive pretty much every week and looking right at home in a division where anyone can beat anyone.

Division 3
Hampton consider their surge with a resounding victory over Ashwood, the Hammers are starting to look ominous.
C.P.L dispatched Lyndhurst in a performance a meteorologist would be proud of. Baxter continues to shine up forward. Alarm Bells for the Lightning, who are now winless.
South Mornington seemed to have finally awakened, beating Heatherton. The Panthers have been a major letdown this season after many expected them to go one better than last year after a strong offseason.
Black Rock held off Skye to keep in touch with the top four. A big bag is imminent for Cloke, who has been threatening to take a game by the scruff of the neck.
A magnificent victory for Berwick Springs who just edged out a valiant St Kilda City. They've got a very useful side, and are well led by their 4(!) captains, all eyes on round 9 for when they take on C.P.L

Division 4
South Yarra broke their duck with a thumping over Narre South, who now have the longest losing streak in the SFNL. Massive congratulations to all involved at the Yarra's, and hopefully this entices more to stick around the club.
Dandenong West creamed Doveton Eagles, who look to be in a spot of bother. They play Narre South in round 6 in a wooden spoon clash
An impressive Clayton continued their march towards the premiership dais by keeping a plucky Moorabbin at arm's length, rising to 4-0.
Hallam franked their premiership credentials with a dismantling of Lyndale. They now sit 4-0 with a percentage of 320.

Real shame O'Brien getting knocked out, he has started the year on fire and will now miss 3 weeks with concussion protocol. I didn't see the hit but player was reported so assume he'll get weeks. Springy's first quarter was best i've seen this year so far they were unstoppable in the middle

 

[TooooVeeey]

This is a 16 year old kid playing his first senior game , who got knocked out with this cheap shot , Umpire didn’t report him or even give 50 meters . Reason I’m posting this is a Bentleigh supporter on here last year said we were a thug side , Hope no 16 is real proud of himself.

This is a 16 year old kid playing his first senior game , who got knocked out with this cheap shot , Umpire didn’t report him or even give 50 meters . Reason I’m posting this is a Bentleigh supporter on here last year said we were a thug side , Hope no 16 is real proud of himself

Love you to Bedford


Real shame O'Brien getting knocked out, he has started the year on fire and will now miss 3 weeks with concussion protocol. I didn't see the hit but player was reported so assume he'll get weeks. Springy's first quarter was best i've seen this year so far they were unstoppable in the middle

Which player collected him? He Was near untouchable Anzac Day

 

[chumbawumba]

Which player collected him? He Was near untouchable Anzac Day

Well in the write-up it says, Brunt

 

[bedford]

Love you to Bedford


Real shame O'Brien getting knocked out, he has started the year on fire and will now miss 3 weeks with concussion protocol. I didn't see the hit but player was reported so assume he'll get weeks. Springy's first quarter was best i've seen this year so far they were unstoppable in the middle

And you Greg

 

[chumbawumba]

Which player collected him? He Was near untouchable Anzac Day

It's a brutal hit around about 22-minute mark in the 3rd quarter on the video.

 

[Marousses]

It's a brutal hit around about 22-minute mark in the 3rd quarter on the video.

If it’s as brutal of a hit as you are saying (I havnt seen it ) and with OBrien missing probably 3 weeks , you probably say Brunt is missing 3 weeks aswell at a minimum and probably some tax on top of it , so 4 is probably the marker. No more no less.

The walker hit on the port colts fella- probably 2 max , for the action. Unless it was delayed concussion (Port Colts player misses 3 weeks and hope HQ follow up) seeing the footage but the Port player has got up and taken the kick , so a little bit of strange areas from the Port Colts claiming knocked out etc

 

[Nepotism]

I saw Matt

Love you to Bedford


Real shame O'Brien getting knocked out, he has started the year on fire and will now miss 3 weeks with concussion protocol. I didn't see the hit but player was reported so assume he'll get weeks. Springy's first quarter was best i've seen this year so far they were unstoppable in the middle

The SNFL has had a reputation for a certain level of thuggery and the league has done very well to clean it up. Matt O'Brien is a very fair, clean ball player and must be 100% protected in this league. Hopefully this continues and the book is thrown at the Springy Districts player who took him out if found guilty. None of this old school, that blows to the head are "just part of the game". The protocol has to be that any strike to the head is punished.

Poor Matty. Just back from the leg injury that derailed his Collinwood aspirations and now this.

 

[Blood Stained Angels]

I saw Matt


The SNFL has had a reputation for a certain level of thuggery and the league has done very well to clean it up. Matt O'Brien is a very fair, clean ball player and must be 100% protected in this league. Hopefully this continues and the book is thrown at the Springy Districts player who took him out if found guilty. None of this old school, that blows to the head are "just part of the game". The protocol has to be that any strike to the head is punished.

Poor Matty. Just back from the leg injury that derailed his Collinwood aspirations and now this.

Unfortunately, the SFNL choose to either act when it suits them or hide and make excuses when it doesn't. I hope in this instance that a better investigation takes place unlike the one regarding a player who got king hit behind play and nearly died a couple of seasons ago.

 

[chumbawumba]

 

[batfink]

I saw Matt


The SNFL has had a reputation for a certain level of thuggery and the league has done very well to clean it up. Matt O'Brien is a very fair, clean ball player and must be 100% protected in this league. Hopefully this continues and the book is thrown at the Springy Districts player who took him out if found guilty. None of this old school, that blows to the head are "just part of the game". The protocol has to be that any strike to the head is punished.

Poor Matty. Just back from the leg injury that derailed his Collinwood aspirations and now this.

Springvale player got 3 weeks for bump on Matt O’Brien
Haven’t heard how many Walker from Bentleigh received

 

[chumbawumba]

Port Melbourne has been sanctioned by the league. No more night games, area behind both goals to be roped off, and also a fine.

 

[TooooVeeey]

Port Melbourne has been sanctioned by the league. No more night games, area behind both goals to be roped off, and also a fine.

Where are you reading this. I missed what happened?

 

[chumbawumba]

Where are you reading this. I missed what happened?

Also, they have to film all their reserve games. I think it stems from a few weeks ago, where the boundary umpire was abused from the sidelines.

 

[SaintsMagee]

Also, they have to film all their reserve games. I think it stems from a few weeks ago, where the boundary umpire was abused from the sidelines.

Toss them from the league

 

[Nepotism]

Port Melbourne has been sanctioned by the league. No more night games, area behind both goals to be roped off, and also a fine.

This is very good news especially after what happened with the Cheltenham and Dingley crowd/player dispute.

Night games just give supporters the whole day to drink and be more rowdy and verbally abusive.

Frankly at all grounds. all the areas behind the goals should be roped off.

This is the area where there is likely to be the most trouble.

We need a Zero tolerance policy.

Good on the SNFL for being proactive.

Other Clubs should take note and rope off the areas behind their goals and inform supporters via social media there is zero tolerance for abuse before they are sanctioned.

 

[Nepotism]

Also, they have to film all their reserve games. I think it stems from a few weeks ago, where the boundary umpire was abused from the sidelines.

We need to start re-educating spectators who are repeat offenders. It's pretty easy really if Clubs start to understand and respect that they are self-regulating their own supporters.

Each Club should nominate a few older club stalwarts, and it is their job to mingle in their own supporter base and call out the umpire and opposition player abuses. It becomes obvious when you are at a ground who the troublemakers are. This is a policy that has been implemented at junior level and should be rolled out at senior level now. The amount of umpire and opposition abuse at junior games has dropped to nearly zero.

It is up to each Club to regulate their own supporter base. You can cheer for your own team as loud as possible but zero tolerance for umpire and opposition player abuse.

 

[bedford]

We need to start re-educating spectators who are repeat offenders. It's pretty easy really if Clubs start to understand and respect that they are self-regulating their own supporters.

Each Club should nominate a few older club stalwarts, and it is their job to mingle in their own supporter base and call out the umpire and opposition player abuses. It becomes obvious when you are at a ground who the troublemakers are. This is a policy that has been implemented at junior level and should be rolled out at senior level now. The amount of umpire and opposition abuse at junior games has dropped to nearly zero.

It is up to each Club to regulate their own supporter base. You can cheer for your own team as loud as possible but zero tolerance for umpire and opposition player abuse.

Who did you watch on the weekend ?