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ROUND 15 REVIEW
Pennant Hills 11.8.74 def. UTS 8.3.51
A blazing first quarter from the resurgent Pennant Hills Demons saw them set up a crucial 23-point victory over UTS at a fixture transferred to BISP 2 due to wet weather in Paddington.
The Demons went berserk in the first quarter, kicking 6 goals to none as they raced out to a 39-point lead at the first break. In an entertaining second quarter, the Bats kicked 5 goals to the Demons 4 as Pennant Hills led by 31 points at the main break.
Scoring became exceedingly difficult in the second half, with UTS kicking 3 goals to 1, with Pennant Hills keeping pace with South West Sydney and picking up a game Sydney University in the race for fourth and fifth place in the Finals.
The Prince, Theo Moraitis, kicked 3 goals for the second successive week as he showed once again how crucial he is to the Demons forward structure. Nick Hey and Oscar Irwin chipped in with 2 goals each for Pennant Hills. Thomas Charles kicked 4 of UTS’ 6 goals in a lone hand up forward for the Bats.
Pennant Hills best players were Nicholas Eynaud, Thomas Edmonds, Mitchell Blow, Liam Everett, Michael Carroll and Irwin. Edmonds (injury) and Blow (VFL duties) have missed parts of the season and will be highly influential in the last 3 rounds as the Demons attempt to sneak into September action.
UTS was best served by Ash Backlund, Henry Gosse, Joshua Lee, Charles, Louis Pribula and George Boyd.
South West Sydney 6.5.41 def. East Coast Eagles 2.4.16
South West Sydney Blues continued their march toward September, defeating East Coast Eagles by 25 points in poor weather at Bruce Purser Reserve.
South West Sydney set up their victory with a dominant first half, leading by 24 points at the main break. As conditions worsened in the second half, both teams could only manage a goal apiece across the entire half, with the Blues defence (spearheaded by Khy Gibbs and Kain Flynn-Duncombe) rock solid once again.
Blake Jarvis kicked 2 goals for the Blues. East Coast had 2 players kick one goal each.
South West Sydney’s best players were Angus Langley, the consistent Gibbs, representative ruckman Finbar Delbridge, Flynn-Duncombe, Bailey Stewart and Joshua Croft. East Coast was best served by regular contributors Jacob Jones, Brendan Coxall, Cameron Edwards, Liam Sankey, Reeve Simmons and Jesse Eldred.
UNSW-ES 16.13.109 def. Inner West Magpies 4.2.26
UNSW-ES have a lock on the double chance in the Finals after their 83-point demolition of a depleted Inner West Magpies at Henson Park.
UNSW-ES remarkably kept Inner West scoreless in the first half, leading by 67 points at the main break. The Bulldogs kicked 4 goals to the Magpies 3 in an entertaining last quarter but make no mistake; currently, UNSW-ES stands as the major barricade to North Shore and Manly Warringah playing off in a second successive Grand Final. At full strength, the Bulldogs clearly have the personnel to go deep into September.
Veteran full forward Kieran Emery kicked 5 goals in another vintage display. Skipper Will Spencer, Oscar Peter and Thomas Baxter all chipped in with 2 majors each. Alex Touma kicked 2 goals for the Magpies.
UNSW-ES’ best players were Jordan Endemann, Baxter, Toby Alker, Peter, Emery and Oscar Clifton. Inner West was best served by Keegan Litchfield, Jonathon Bowyer, Oliver Burnett, Ryder Eberhard, Benjamin Klemke and Will Deller.
North Shore 21.18.144 def. Sydney University 5.10.40
In their second successive crushing victory, North Shore showed they have returned to their absolute best form with a 104-point thrashing of fourth-placed Sydney University at Gore Hill Oval.
The Bombers were ruthless in the first quarter, racing out to a 29-point lead at the first break. North Shore then 15 goals to 3 in the final 3 quarters in an utterly dominant and frightening exhibition on a day where having an artificial grass surface paid enormous dividends for the competition leaders.
The Maxes, Thomas and Yeoland, kicked 4 goals each, and were well-supported by the dependable Matt Buskariol, who chipped in with 3 majors. Braydon Pilot kicked 2 goals for the Students.
North Shore’s best players were the Rolls-Royce Ned Campbell, Yeoland, Jake Veale, Cooper Donald, Max Thomas and Fraser Thurlow. Sydney University was best served by Marcus Valastro, Max Kozlik, Oscar Bosnjakovic, Mamadou Faye, Pilot and Nicholas Andreacchio.
Manly Warringah 12.14.86 def. St George 3.6.24
Manly Warringah bounced back to form with a professional 62-point victory over St George at Weldon Oval.
Like all the top sides this weekend, the Wolves were clinical in the first quarter, leading by 31 points at the first change. Manly went on with the job, keeping the Dragons to single goals in the first, third and final quarters as their outstanding backline went about their tasks with ruthless efficiency.
Zac Youlten, fresh from the defining performance of his career at North Hobart Oval a fortnight ago, kicked 5 goals for the Wolves. The mercurial and at-times brilliant Youlten looms as a major threat to all teams in the Finals Series. Tom McCaffery also chipped in with 2 majors for Manly Warringah. McCaffery, who played the 2024 Finals Series on 1 leg, also looms as a major weapon for the Wolves over the next 7 weekends, St George had three players kick 1 goal each.
Manly Warringah’s best players were Lachlan Price, Kieran Le Jeune, Thomas O’Leary, Lachlan Kilpatrick, Youlten and McCaffrey. St George was best served by Jordan Taylor, club stalwart Matt Saunders, Jack Logan, Dominic Maunder, Lachlan Querzoli and Finnegan Ritchie.
Pennant Hills 11.8.74 def. UTS 8.3.51
A blazing first quarter from the resurgent Pennant Hills Demons saw them set up a crucial 23-point victory over UTS at a fixture transferred to BISP 2 due to wet weather in Paddington.
The Demons went berserk in the first quarter, kicking 6 goals to none as they raced out to a 39-point lead at the first break. In an entertaining second quarter, the Bats kicked 5 goals to the Demons 4 as Pennant Hills led by 31 points at the main break.
Scoring became exceedingly difficult in the second half, with UTS kicking 3 goals to 1, with Pennant Hills keeping pace with South West Sydney and picking up a game Sydney University in the race for fourth and fifth place in the Finals.
The Prince, Theo Moraitis, kicked 3 goals for the second successive week as he showed once again how crucial he is to the Demons forward structure. Nick Hey and Oscar Irwin chipped in with 2 goals each for Pennant Hills. Thomas Charles kicked 4 of UTS’ 6 goals in a lone hand up forward for the Bats.
Pennant Hills best players were Nicholas Eynaud, Thomas Edmonds, Mitchell Blow, Liam Everett, Michael Carroll and Irwin. Edmonds (injury) and Blow (VFL duties) have missed parts of the season and will be highly influential in the last 3 rounds as the Demons attempt to sneak into September action.
UTS was best served by Ash Backlund, Henry Gosse, Joshua Lee, Charles, Louis Pribula and George Boyd.
South West Sydney 6.5.41 def. East Coast Eagles 2.4.16
South West Sydney Blues continued their march toward September, defeating East Coast Eagles by 25 points in poor weather at Bruce Purser Reserve.
South West Sydney set up their victory with a dominant first half, leading by 24 points at the main break. As conditions worsened in the second half, both teams could only manage a goal apiece across the entire half, with the Blues defence (spearheaded by Khy Gibbs and Kain Flynn-Duncombe) rock solid once again.
Blake Jarvis kicked 2 goals for the Blues. East Coast had 2 players kick one goal each.
South West Sydney’s best players were Angus Langley, the consistent Gibbs, representative ruckman Finbar Delbridge, Flynn-Duncombe, Bailey Stewart and Joshua Croft. East Coast was best served by regular contributors Jacob Jones, Brendan Coxall, Cameron Edwards, Liam Sankey, Reeve Simmons and Jesse Eldred.
UNSW-ES 16.13.109 def. Inner West Magpies 4.2.26
UNSW-ES have a lock on the double chance in the Finals after their 83-point demolition of a depleted Inner West Magpies at Henson Park.
UNSW-ES remarkably kept Inner West scoreless in the first half, leading by 67 points at the main break. The Bulldogs kicked 4 goals to the Magpies 3 in an entertaining last quarter but make no mistake; currently, UNSW-ES stands as the major barricade to North Shore and Manly Warringah playing off in a second successive Grand Final. At full strength, the Bulldogs clearly have the personnel to go deep into September.
Veteran full forward Kieran Emery kicked 5 goals in another vintage display. Skipper Will Spencer, Oscar Peter and Thomas Baxter all chipped in with 2 majors each. Alex Touma kicked 2 goals for the Magpies.
UNSW-ES’ best players were Jordan Endemann, Baxter, Toby Alker, Peter, Emery and Oscar Clifton. Inner West was best served by Keegan Litchfield, Jonathon Bowyer, Oliver Burnett, Ryder Eberhard, Benjamin Klemke and Will Deller.
North Shore 21.18.144 def. Sydney University 5.10.40
In their second successive crushing victory, North Shore showed they have returned to their absolute best form with a 104-point thrashing of fourth-placed Sydney University at Gore Hill Oval.
The Bombers were ruthless in the first quarter, racing out to a 29-point lead at the first break. North Shore then 15 goals to 3 in the final 3 quarters in an utterly dominant and frightening exhibition on a day where having an artificial grass surface paid enormous dividends for the competition leaders.
The Maxes, Thomas and Yeoland, kicked 4 goals each, and were well-supported by the dependable Matt Buskariol, who chipped in with 3 majors. Braydon Pilot kicked 2 goals for the Students.
North Shore’s best players were the Rolls-Royce Ned Campbell, Yeoland, Jake Veale, Cooper Donald, Max Thomas and Fraser Thurlow. Sydney University was best served by Marcus Valastro, Max Kozlik, Oscar Bosnjakovic, Mamadou Faye, Pilot and Nicholas Andreacchio.
Manly Warringah 12.14.86 def. St George 3.6.24
Manly Warringah bounced back to form with a professional 62-point victory over St George at Weldon Oval.
Like all the top sides this weekend, the Wolves were clinical in the first quarter, leading by 31 points at the first change. Manly went on with the job, keeping the Dragons to single goals in the first, third and final quarters as their outstanding backline went about their tasks with ruthless efficiency.
Zac Youlten, fresh from the defining performance of his career at North Hobart Oval a fortnight ago, kicked 5 goals for the Wolves. The mercurial and at-times brilliant Youlten looms as a major threat to all teams in the Finals Series. Tom McCaffery also chipped in with 2 majors for Manly Warringah. McCaffery, who played the 2024 Finals Series on 1 leg, also looms as a major weapon for the Wolves over the next 7 weekends, St George had three players kick 1 goal each.
Manly Warringah’s best players were Lachlan Price, Kieran Le Jeune, Thomas O’Leary, Lachlan Kilpatrick, Youlten and McCaffrey. St George was best served by Jordan Taylor, club stalwart Matt Saunders, Jack Logan, Dominic Maunder, Lachlan Querzoli and Finnegan Ritchie.
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Just three rounds to go until we get to the finals series, and we have another Saturday afternoon of action in the AFL Sydney Premier Division!
The finish line is getting closer. SIX teams are still in finals calculations. One will miss out.
North Shore and Manly are separated by percentage on top. One of them will be minor premiers. The other will play the Qualifying Final. UNSW-ES can wrap up the other Qualifying Final berth this week if they can get up over Sydney Uni; otherwise it’s going down to the last fortnight. South-West Sydney have made their way to fourth, but have a tough run home. Sydney Uni are a game ahead of Pennant Hills for fifth; but the Demons’ poor percentage could count against them.
It all makes for an intriguing finish to the regular season. Some crunch games this week that could go a long way to deciding finals positions.
This week's livestreamed game is Pennant Hills vs East Coast, starting at 2:15pm
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The finish line is getting closer. SIX teams are still in finals calculations. One will miss out.
North Shore and Manly are separated by percentage on top. One of them will be minor premiers. The other will play the Qualifying Final. UNSW-ES can wrap up the other Qualifying Final berth this week if they can get up over Sydney Uni; otherwise it’s going down to the last fortnight. South-West Sydney have made their way to fourth, but have a tough run home. Sydney Uni are a game ahead of Pennant Hills for fifth; but the Demons’ poor percentage could count against them.
It all makes for an intriguing finish to the regular season. Some crunch games this week that could go a long way to deciding finals positions.
This week's livestreamed game is Pennant Hills vs East Coast, starting at 2:15pm
Replay: Pennant Hills Demons vs East Coast Eagles (Men's Prem Div | Round 16)
Watch all the action from the AFL Sydney game between Pennant Hills Demons and East Coast Eagles (Men's Prem Div | Round 16), on 9 August 2025 at 12:15 pm AWST
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ROUND 16 - FINAL RESULTS
Manly Warringah Wolves won by 48 points
South West 8.11.59
Manly Wolves 16.11.107
BEST:
South West: Joshua Croft, Finbar Delbridge, Luke Parkinson, Blake Jarvis, Ethan Roberts, Angus Langley
Manly Wolves: Willem Smit, Cameron Manuel, Jonathan Marsh, Trent Dennis-Lane, Byron Laws, Tom Mccaffrey
North Shore Bombers won by 104 points
Inner West 7.4.46
North Shore 17.15.117
BEST:
Inner West: Michael Tuttle, Jonathon Bowyer, Keegan Litchfield, Will Deller, Jye Doyle, Ryder Eberhard
North Shore: Ned Campbell, Cooper Donald, Matthew Wilson, Jarvis Hemmings, Harry Walker, Felix Rogers
St George Dragons won by 19 points
St George 14.8.92
UTS Bats 11.7.73
BEST:
St George: Lachlan Querzoli, Dominic Michalak, Lachlan Cabor, Kirian Ayres, Jordan Taylor, Riley Taylor
UTS Bats: Lachlan McNamara, Henry Gosse, Joshua Lee, Lewis McCormack, Ed Palmer, Oscar Doland
Pennant Hills won by 15 points
Pennant Hills 10.9.69
East Coast 8.6.54
BEST:
East Coast: Nicholas Eynaud, Charles Allison, Aidan Russell, oscar irwin, Thomas Edmonds, Thomas Rivers
Pennant Hills: Nathan Penna, Jacob Jones, Cameron Edwards, Jesse Eldred, Brody Kane, Reeve Simmons
NB. the match between UNSW-ES Bulldogs and Sydney Uni was cancelled
Manly Warringah Wolves won by 48 points
South West 8.11.59
Manly Wolves 16.11.107
BEST:
South West: Joshua Croft, Finbar Delbridge, Luke Parkinson, Blake Jarvis, Ethan Roberts, Angus Langley
Manly Wolves: Willem Smit, Cameron Manuel, Jonathan Marsh, Trent Dennis-Lane, Byron Laws, Tom Mccaffrey
North Shore Bombers won by 104 points
Inner West 7.4.46
North Shore 17.15.117
BEST:
Inner West: Michael Tuttle, Jonathon Bowyer, Keegan Litchfield, Will Deller, Jye Doyle, Ryder Eberhard
North Shore: Ned Campbell, Cooper Donald, Matthew Wilson, Jarvis Hemmings, Harry Walker, Felix Rogers
St George Dragons won by 19 points
St George 14.8.92
UTS Bats 11.7.73
BEST:
St George: Lachlan Querzoli, Dominic Michalak, Lachlan Cabor, Kirian Ayres, Jordan Taylor, Riley Taylor
UTS Bats: Lachlan McNamara, Henry Gosse, Joshua Lee, Lewis McCormack, Ed Palmer, Oscar Doland
Pennant Hills won by 15 points
Pennant Hills 10.9.69
East Coast 8.6.54
BEST:
East Coast: Nicholas Eynaud, Charles Allison, Aidan Russell, oscar irwin, Thomas Edmonds, Thomas Rivers
Pennant Hills: Nathan Penna, Jacob Jones, Cameron Edwards, Jesse Eldred, Brody Kane, Reeve Simmons
NB. the match between UNSW-ES Bulldogs and Sydney Uni was cancelled
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ROUND 16 REVIEW
After a Round 16 that contained one cancellation, a serious fright for Pennant Hills, and St George upsetting UTS, we know the following things:
Manly Wolves 16.11.107 def. South West Sydney 8.11.59
Manly defeated South West Sydney by 48 points at Rosedale Oval.
The Wolves led by 41 points at the main break, their much-vaunted back six keeping the Blues to 2.2.14 in the first half. An entertaining second half saw Manly kick 8 goals to 6 as the Blues finally put some pressure on the Manly defensive structures.
Trent Dennis-Lane (5 goals) and Cam Manuel & Byron Laws (3 goals each) led a blue-chip goalkicking list for the Wolves. Bailey Stewart and Josh Croft kicked 2 goals each for the Blues.
Manly Warringah’s best players were Willem Smit, Manuel, Jonathan Marsh, Dennis-Lane, Laws and Tom McCaffrey. South West Sydney were best served by Croft, Phelan Medal chance Finbar Delbridge, Luke Parkinson, Blake Jarvis, Ethan Roberts and Angus Langley.
North Shore 17.15.117 def. Inner West 7.4.46
North Shore’s recent run of enormous second halves continued in their methodical 71-point victory over winless Inner West at Picken Oval.
The Bombers raced out to a 21-poinut lead at the first break. Inner West fought hard in the second quarter, as the teams both kicked 3.2.20 heading into the main break. However, the reigning premiers put the foot down in the second half, running away with the game to gain crucial percentage ahead of their massive clash with UNSW-ES at BISP 1 on Saturday.
The Maxes, Thomas and Yeoland, kicked 3 goals each for the Bombers, as did consistent half-forward Matt Buskariol. Club stalwart Ben Zoppo kicked 2 goals for the Magpies.
North Shore’s best players were Ned Campbell (who may have picked up 9 votes in the past three weeks as he chases an historic third Phelan Medal), Cooper Donald, Matthew Wilson, Jarvis Hemmings, Harry Walker and Felix Rogers. Inner West was best served by Michael Tuttle, Jonathon Bowyer, Keegan Litchfield, Will Deller, Jye Doyle and Ryder Eberhard.
St George 14.8.92 def. UTS 11.7.73
St George hung on against a fast-finishing UTS to upset the Bats by 19 points in a fixture transferred from a waterlogged Olds Park to Fairfax Reserve in Harrington Park.
After an even first quarter, St George went to the main break leading by 7 points. The Dragons then kicked 5 goals to 1 in a wonderful third quarter, and despite UTS kicking 5 goals to 3 in an entertaining last quarter, the Dragons prevailed for an excellent win.
Lachlan Cabor led the Dragons surge with 4 goals. Lachlan McNamara returned fire with 4 majors of his own for the Bats.
St George’s best players were Lachlan Querzoli, Dominic Michalak, Cabor (these three consistent Dragons are surely favoured to contest the Dragons Best & Fairest at season’s end), Kirian Ayres, Jordan Taylor and Riley Taylor. UTS was best served by McNamara, Henry Gosse, Joshua Lee, Lewis McCormack, Ed Palmer and Oscar Doland.
Pennant Hills 10.9.69 def. East Coast Eagles 8.6.54
Pennant Hills’ recent habit of racing away to a first quarter served them well in their hard-earned 15-point victory over a gallant East Coast at Mike Kenny Oval.
The Demons essentially won the game in the first quarter, leading by 32 points after a blistering 6 goal to 1 start to the match. East Coast were right back in it at the main break, only trailing by 13 points. Both teams kicked 3 goals each in the second half as the Demons stayed in the race for the finals, despite an excellent performance from the young Eagles outfit.
Oscar Irwin kicked 3 goals for the Demons, whilst Nick Hey continued his hunt down of Hugo Birks for the league goalkicking award with 2 majors. Marshall Poynter kicked 2 goals for East Coast.
Pennant Hills’ best players were Nicholas Eynaud, Charles Allison, Aidan Russell, Irwin, Thomas Edmonds and Thomas Rivers. East Coast was best served by Nathan Penna, Jacob Jones, Cameron Edwards, Jesse Eldred, Brody Kane and Reeve Simmons.
The fixture between Sydney University and UNSW-ES was cancelled due to a waterlogged Uni #1 Oval.
After a Round 16 that contained one cancellation, a serious fright for Pennant Hills, and St George upsetting UTS, we know the following things:
- The Top Three is locked in. Either North Shore (leading Manly Warringah by 12.44%) or the Wolves will be Minor Premiers.
- UNSW-ES are a lock for the Qualifying Final in Week 1 of the Finals.
- Sydney University, South West Sydney and Pennant Hills are in an epic battle for fourth and fifth place on the ladder. Just 3.54 Match Ration points separates the three clubs ahead of Sydney University’s arduous trek to Weldon Oval AND potentially the game of the season between South West Sydney and Pennant Hills at Mike Kenny Oval this Saturday.
Manly Wolves 16.11.107 def. South West Sydney 8.11.59
Manly defeated South West Sydney by 48 points at Rosedale Oval.
The Wolves led by 41 points at the main break, their much-vaunted back six keeping the Blues to 2.2.14 in the first half. An entertaining second half saw Manly kick 8 goals to 6 as the Blues finally put some pressure on the Manly defensive structures.
Trent Dennis-Lane (5 goals) and Cam Manuel & Byron Laws (3 goals each) led a blue-chip goalkicking list for the Wolves. Bailey Stewart and Josh Croft kicked 2 goals each for the Blues.
Manly Warringah’s best players were Willem Smit, Manuel, Jonathan Marsh, Dennis-Lane, Laws and Tom McCaffrey. South West Sydney were best served by Croft, Phelan Medal chance Finbar Delbridge, Luke Parkinson, Blake Jarvis, Ethan Roberts and Angus Langley.
North Shore 17.15.117 def. Inner West 7.4.46
North Shore’s recent run of enormous second halves continued in their methodical 71-point victory over winless Inner West at Picken Oval.
The Bombers raced out to a 21-poinut lead at the first break. Inner West fought hard in the second quarter, as the teams both kicked 3.2.20 heading into the main break. However, the reigning premiers put the foot down in the second half, running away with the game to gain crucial percentage ahead of their massive clash with UNSW-ES at BISP 1 on Saturday.
The Maxes, Thomas and Yeoland, kicked 3 goals each for the Bombers, as did consistent half-forward Matt Buskariol. Club stalwart Ben Zoppo kicked 2 goals for the Magpies.
North Shore’s best players were Ned Campbell (who may have picked up 9 votes in the past three weeks as he chases an historic third Phelan Medal), Cooper Donald, Matthew Wilson, Jarvis Hemmings, Harry Walker and Felix Rogers. Inner West was best served by Michael Tuttle, Jonathon Bowyer, Keegan Litchfield, Will Deller, Jye Doyle and Ryder Eberhard.
St George 14.8.92 def. UTS 11.7.73
St George hung on against a fast-finishing UTS to upset the Bats by 19 points in a fixture transferred from a waterlogged Olds Park to Fairfax Reserve in Harrington Park.
After an even first quarter, St George went to the main break leading by 7 points. The Dragons then kicked 5 goals to 1 in a wonderful third quarter, and despite UTS kicking 5 goals to 3 in an entertaining last quarter, the Dragons prevailed for an excellent win.
Lachlan Cabor led the Dragons surge with 4 goals. Lachlan McNamara returned fire with 4 majors of his own for the Bats.
St George’s best players were Lachlan Querzoli, Dominic Michalak, Cabor (these three consistent Dragons are surely favoured to contest the Dragons Best & Fairest at season’s end), Kirian Ayres, Jordan Taylor and Riley Taylor. UTS was best served by McNamara, Henry Gosse, Joshua Lee, Lewis McCormack, Ed Palmer and Oscar Doland.
Pennant Hills 10.9.69 def. East Coast Eagles 8.6.54
Pennant Hills’ recent habit of racing away to a first quarter served them well in their hard-earned 15-point victory over a gallant East Coast at Mike Kenny Oval.
The Demons essentially won the game in the first quarter, leading by 32 points after a blistering 6 goal to 1 start to the match. East Coast were right back in it at the main break, only trailing by 13 points. Both teams kicked 3 goals each in the second half as the Demons stayed in the race for the finals, despite an excellent performance from the young Eagles outfit.
Oscar Irwin kicked 3 goals for the Demons, whilst Nick Hey continued his hunt down of Hugo Birks for the league goalkicking award with 2 majors. Marshall Poynter kicked 2 goals for East Coast.
Pennant Hills’ best players were Nicholas Eynaud, Charles Allison, Aidan Russell, Irwin, Thomas Edmonds and Thomas Rivers. East Coast was best served by Nathan Penna, Jacob Jones, Cameron Edwards, Jesse Eldred, Brody Kane and Reeve Simmons.
The fixture between Sydney University and UNSW-ES was cancelled due to a waterlogged Uni #1 Oval.
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ROUND 17 PREVIEW
We're down to the final two rounds of AFL Sydney Premier Division footy, and the race for finals positions is going down to the wire!
North Shore sit on top but only on percentage ahead of Manly. Both clubs have games that will test them this week; a good hit-out ahead of the finals.
Last week's washout ensured the UNSW Bulldogs take the double-chance without firing a shot.
To make the finals, it’s a three-way contest between Sydney Uni, South-West Sydney and Pennant Hills. The Blues and the Demons play each other this week, in an absolutely critical game for the finals lineup; possibly the most important game in the short Premier Division history of South-West Sydney.
There are TWO games being live streamed this week:
UTS Bats vs Inner West, starting at 12:35pm (First bounce: 12:40pm)
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Manly Wolves vs Sydney University, starting at 12:55pm (First bounce: 1:00pm)
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We're down to the final two rounds of AFL Sydney Premier Division footy, and the race for finals positions is going down to the wire!
North Shore sit on top but only on percentage ahead of Manly. Both clubs have games that will test them this week; a good hit-out ahead of the finals.
Last week's washout ensured the UNSW Bulldogs take the double-chance without firing a shot.
To make the finals, it’s a three-way contest between Sydney Uni, South-West Sydney and Pennant Hills. The Blues and the Demons play each other this week, in an absolutely critical game for the finals lineup; possibly the most important game in the short Premier Division history of South-West Sydney.
There are TWO games being live streamed this week:
UTS Bats vs Inner West, starting at 12:35pm (First bounce: 12:40pm)
Live Stream: UTS Bats vs Inner West Magpies (Men's Prem Div | Round 17 )
Watch all the action from the AFL Sydney game between UTS Bats and Inner West Magpies (Men's Prem Div | Round 17 ), on 16 August 2025 at 10:35 am AWST
Manly Wolves vs Sydney University, starting at 12:55pm (First bounce: 1:00pm)
Live Stream: Manly Warringah Wolves vs Sydney University ANFC (Men's Prem Div | Round 17 )
Watch all the action from the AFL Sydney game between Manly Warringah Wolves and Sydney University ANFC (Men's Prem Div | Round 17 ), on 16 August 2025 at 10:55 am AWST
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ROUND 17 RESULTS
Inner West won by 5 points
Inner West 6.14.50
UTS Bats 7.3.45
BEST:
Inner West: Lucas Lam, Keegan Litchfield, Benjamin Klemke, Jye Doyle, Jonty Inglis, Oliver Burnett
UTS Bats: Joshua Lee, George Boyd, Thomas Charles, Lewis McCormack, Henry Gosse, Lachlan McNamara
Manly Warringah Wolves won by 78 points
Manly Wolves 14.15.99
Sydney Uni 2.9.21
BEST:
Manly Wolves: Lachlan Behagg, Jesse Wadeisha, Travis Schiller, Aiden Adams, Zachary Youlten, Lachlan Kilpatrick
Sydney Uni: Kobe Banks, Brodie Hendrie, Nathan Tang, Sam Barkley, Liam Shallies, Luke N Haddad
East Coast Eagles won by 14 points
East Coast 9.10.64
St George 6.14.50
BEST:
East Coast: Brody Kane, Marshall Poynter, Cameron Edwards, Baylee Jones, Reeve Simmons, Jacob Jones
St George: Eddie Marning, Lachlan Querzoli, Alexander Box, Thomas Ingram, Luke Arendse, Callum Nash
South West Blues won by 64 points
South West 12.13.85
Pennant Hills 3.3.21
BEST:
South West: Ryan Shipard, Liam Burns, Bailey-Dean Latanis, Ethan Roberts, Kain Flynn-Duncombe, Khy Gibbs
Pennant Hills: Lachlan Willey, Liam Everett, Jonathan Friend, Charles Allison, Oscar Irwin, Cameron Este
UNSW-ES Bulldogs won by 40 points
UNSW Bulldogs 15.13.103
North Shore 9.9.63
BEST:
UNSW-ES: Jordan Endemann, Sam Thorne, Harrison Dyson, Oscar Clifton, Oscar Peter, Harry Kyle
North Shore: tbc
Inner West won by 5 points
Inner West 6.14.50
UTS Bats 7.3.45
BEST:
Inner West: Lucas Lam, Keegan Litchfield, Benjamin Klemke, Jye Doyle, Jonty Inglis, Oliver Burnett
UTS Bats: Joshua Lee, George Boyd, Thomas Charles, Lewis McCormack, Henry Gosse, Lachlan McNamara
Manly Warringah Wolves won by 78 points
Manly Wolves 14.15.99
Sydney Uni 2.9.21
BEST:
Manly Wolves: Lachlan Behagg, Jesse Wadeisha, Travis Schiller, Aiden Adams, Zachary Youlten, Lachlan Kilpatrick
Sydney Uni: Kobe Banks, Brodie Hendrie, Nathan Tang, Sam Barkley, Liam Shallies, Luke N Haddad
East Coast Eagles won by 14 points
East Coast 9.10.64
St George 6.14.50
BEST:
East Coast: Brody Kane, Marshall Poynter, Cameron Edwards, Baylee Jones, Reeve Simmons, Jacob Jones
St George: Eddie Marning, Lachlan Querzoli, Alexander Box, Thomas Ingram, Luke Arendse, Callum Nash
South West Blues won by 64 points
South West 12.13.85
Pennant Hills 3.3.21
BEST:
South West: Ryan Shipard, Liam Burns, Bailey-Dean Latanis, Ethan Roberts, Kain Flynn-Duncombe, Khy Gibbs
Pennant Hills: Lachlan Willey, Liam Everett, Jonathan Friend, Charles Allison, Oscar Irwin, Cameron Este
UNSW-ES Bulldogs won by 40 points
UNSW Bulldogs 15.13.103
North Shore 9.9.63
BEST:
UNSW-ES: Jordan Endemann, Sam Thorne, Harrison Dyson, Oscar Clifton, Oscar Peter, Harry Kyle
North Shore: tbc
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ROUND 17 REVIEW
Inner West Magpies 6.14.50 def. UTS 7.3.45
In a simply huge penultimate round of the season, Inner West Magpies fought back from 5 points down at three-quarter time to sneak home by 5 points over UTS, giving a relieved Magpies contingent their first victory of a long season.
Despite an inaccurate 6 goals from 20 effective shots, the Magpies back 6 dug deep to keep the Bats scoreless in the final quarter, in front of a raucous home crowd.
Ryder Eberhard kicked 2 goals for Inner West. Thomas Charles kicked 4 goals for UTS, another excellent display from the Bats main avenue to goal.
Inner West’s best players were Lucas Lam, Keegan Litchfield, player-coach Ben Klemke, Jye Doyle, Jonty Inglis and Oliver Burnett. UTS was best served by Joshua Lee, George Boyd, Charles, Lewis McCormack, Henry Gosse, and Lachlan McNamara.
Manly Warringah 14.15.99 def. Sydney University 2.9.21
Manly Warringah were ruthless in the first half before running out 78-point victors over a wayward Sydney University at Weldon Oval.
The Wolves jumped out of the blocks, leading by 26 points at the first break then a huge 57 points at half-time. University regrouped somewhat in the second half, throwing extra men behind the ball as they kept Manly to 4.7 in the second half. The Wolves equation is simple – defeat Inner West Magpies at Picken Oval for the Minor Premiership and Week 1 of the Finals off. Sydney University must defeat South West Sydney OR have St George upset Pennant Hills to qualify for the Elimination Final.
Zac Youlten kicked 4 goals for the Wolves, with Jesse Wadeisha and Ryan Stubbs chipping in with 2 majors each on a day where club stalwart Ryan Wearne played his last home Premier Division game.
Manly Warringah’s best players were Lachlan Behagg, Wadeisha, Phelan Medal favourite Travis Schiller, Aiden Adams, Youlten and Lachlan Kilpatrick. Sydney University was best served by Kobe Banks, Brodie Hendrie, Nathan Tang, Sam Barkley, Liam Shallies and Luke Haddad.
East Coast 9.10.64 def. St George 6.14.50
East Coast Eagles led at every change to defeat an inaccurate St George by 14 points at Bruse Purser Reserve.
East Coast led by 11 points at the first change then 17 points at the main break. Try as they might, the Dragons could not peg the Eagles back, not helped by kicking 4.7 in the second half.
Regular contributor Marshall Poynter kicked 4 goals for East Coast. Lachlan Cabor and Jed Robin kicked 2 goals each for the Dragons.
East Coast’s best players were Brody Kane, Marshall Poynter, Cameron Edwards, Baylee Jones, Reeve Simmons and Jacob Jones. St George was best served by Eddie Marning, Lachlan Querzoli, Alexander Box, Thomas Ingram, Luke Arendse and Callum Nash.
South West Sydney 12.13.85 def. Pennant Hills 3.3.21
A massive third quarter from South West Sydney saw them defeat Pennant Hills by a whopping 64 points at Rosedale Oval, in doing so, qualifying for the Premier Division finals in only their second year in the top grade.
The Demons still had much to play for at half-time, only trailing the Blues by 16 points. However, a clinical South West Sydney poured on 7 goals to 1 behind in the third quarter, securing a famous victory and an Elimination Final appointment at BISP 1 on Sunday 31 August.
Small forward Bailey-Dean Latanis kicked 3 goals for the Blues, supported by Nick Dunshea, Blake Jarvis, and Bailey Stewart, who all kicked 2 goals. Oscar Irwin kicked 2 goals for the disappointed Demons.
South West Sydney’s best players were Ryan Shipard, Liam Burns, Latanis, Ethan Roberts, Kain Flynn-Duncombe and backline general Khy Gibbs. Pennant Hills was best served by Lachlan Willey, Liam Everett, Jonathan Friend, Charles Allison, Irwin, and Cameron Este.
UNSW-ES 15.13.103 def. North Shore 9.9.63
UNSW-ES produced the upset of the season with a 40-point victory over reigning premier North Shore at BISP 1. The Bulldogs established themselves as genuine third candidate for the premiership as they stunned the AFL Sydney community with a superb victory.
The Bulldogs led wire to wire in a convincing display. The Bulldogs led by 19 points at the main break, then kicked 8 goals to 5 in the second half in a dress-rehearsal for the Qualifying Final on 30 August.
Inner West Magpies 6.14.50 def. UTS 7.3.45
In a simply huge penultimate round of the season, Inner West Magpies fought back from 5 points down at three-quarter time to sneak home by 5 points over UTS, giving a relieved Magpies contingent their first victory of a long season.
Despite an inaccurate 6 goals from 20 effective shots, the Magpies back 6 dug deep to keep the Bats scoreless in the final quarter, in front of a raucous home crowd.
Ryder Eberhard kicked 2 goals for Inner West. Thomas Charles kicked 4 goals for UTS, another excellent display from the Bats main avenue to goal.
Inner West’s best players were Lucas Lam, Keegan Litchfield, player-coach Ben Klemke, Jye Doyle, Jonty Inglis and Oliver Burnett. UTS was best served by Joshua Lee, George Boyd, Charles, Lewis McCormack, Henry Gosse, and Lachlan McNamara.
Manly Warringah 14.15.99 def. Sydney University 2.9.21
Manly Warringah were ruthless in the first half before running out 78-point victors over a wayward Sydney University at Weldon Oval.
The Wolves jumped out of the blocks, leading by 26 points at the first break then a huge 57 points at half-time. University regrouped somewhat in the second half, throwing extra men behind the ball as they kept Manly to 4.7 in the second half. The Wolves equation is simple – defeat Inner West Magpies at Picken Oval for the Minor Premiership and Week 1 of the Finals off. Sydney University must defeat South West Sydney OR have St George upset Pennant Hills to qualify for the Elimination Final.
Zac Youlten kicked 4 goals for the Wolves, with Jesse Wadeisha and Ryan Stubbs chipping in with 2 majors each on a day where club stalwart Ryan Wearne played his last home Premier Division game.
Manly Warringah’s best players were Lachlan Behagg, Wadeisha, Phelan Medal favourite Travis Schiller, Aiden Adams, Youlten and Lachlan Kilpatrick. Sydney University was best served by Kobe Banks, Brodie Hendrie, Nathan Tang, Sam Barkley, Liam Shallies and Luke Haddad.
East Coast 9.10.64 def. St George 6.14.50
East Coast Eagles led at every change to defeat an inaccurate St George by 14 points at Bruse Purser Reserve.
East Coast led by 11 points at the first change then 17 points at the main break. Try as they might, the Dragons could not peg the Eagles back, not helped by kicking 4.7 in the second half.
Regular contributor Marshall Poynter kicked 4 goals for East Coast. Lachlan Cabor and Jed Robin kicked 2 goals each for the Dragons.
East Coast’s best players were Brody Kane, Marshall Poynter, Cameron Edwards, Baylee Jones, Reeve Simmons and Jacob Jones. St George was best served by Eddie Marning, Lachlan Querzoli, Alexander Box, Thomas Ingram, Luke Arendse and Callum Nash.
South West Sydney 12.13.85 def. Pennant Hills 3.3.21
A massive third quarter from South West Sydney saw them defeat Pennant Hills by a whopping 64 points at Rosedale Oval, in doing so, qualifying for the Premier Division finals in only their second year in the top grade.
The Demons still had much to play for at half-time, only trailing the Blues by 16 points. However, a clinical South West Sydney poured on 7 goals to 1 behind in the third quarter, securing a famous victory and an Elimination Final appointment at BISP 1 on Sunday 31 August.
Small forward Bailey-Dean Latanis kicked 3 goals for the Blues, supported by Nick Dunshea, Blake Jarvis, and Bailey Stewart, who all kicked 2 goals. Oscar Irwin kicked 2 goals for the disappointed Demons.
South West Sydney’s best players were Ryan Shipard, Liam Burns, Latanis, Ethan Roberts, Kain Flynn-Duncombe and backline general Khy Gibbs. Pennant Hills was best served by Lachlan Willey, Liam Everett, Jonathan Friend, Charles Allison, Irwin, and Cameron Este.
UNSW-ES 15.13.103 def. North Shore 9.9.63
UNSW-ES produced the upset of the season with a 40-point victory over reigning premier North Shore at BISP 1. The Bulldogs established themselves as genuine third candidate for the premiership as they stunned the AFL Sydney community with a superb victory.
The Bulldogs led wire to wire in a convincing display. The Bulldogs led by 19 points at the main break, then kicked 8 goals to 5 in the second half in a dress-rehearsal for the Qualifying Final on 30 August.
ROUND 18 PREVIEW
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The final round of AFL Sydney Premier Division is here. Five games until the final 5 is decided.
Manly moved to the top last week. Unless the Wolves go down to the bottom-placed Magpies; they will take out the minor premiership and have the first week of the finals off. North Shore, after their loss to UNSW-ES last week, will have a re-match with the Bulldogs in the Qualifying Final.
South-West Sydney will be in the Elimination Final. Sydney Uni will join them there if they can beat the Blues in the final round. If they don’t, the Students could be passed by Pennant Hills. The Demons’ match won’t start till 7pm, so there’ll be some nervous Sydney Uni people waiting for that result if the Students haven’t already wrapped up their finals spot.
Rain permitting, Round 18 kicks off at Picken Oval with Inner West hosting the Manly Wolves, and closing out with this week's livestreamed game - Pennant Hills vs St George, with the first bounce at 7PM
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The final round of AFL Sydney Premier Division is here. Five games until the final 5 is decided.
Manly moved to the top last week. Unless the Wolves go down to the bottom-placed Magpies; they will take out the minor premiership and have the first week of the finals off. North Shore, after their loss to UNSW-ES last week, will have a re-match with the Bulldogs in the Qualifying Final.
South-West Sydney will be in the Elimination Final. Sydney Uni will join them there if they can beat the Blues in the final round. If they don’t, the Students could be passed by Pennant Hills. The Demons’ match won’t start till 7pm, so there’ll be some nervous Sydney Uni people waiting for that result if the Students haven’t already wrapped up their finals spot.
Rain permitting, Round 18 kicks off at Picken Oval with Inner West hosting the Manly Wolves, and closing out with this week's livestreamed game - Pennant Hills vs St George, with the first bounce at 7PM
Replay: Pennant Hills Demons vs St George Dragons AFC (Round 18 (Men's Premier Division))
Watch all the action from the AFL Sydney game between Pennant Hills Demons and St George Dragons AFC (Round 18 (Men's Premier Division)), on 23 August 2025 at 4:55 pm AWST
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Manly Warringah Wolves won by 74 points
Inner West 5.6.36
Manly Wolves 15.20.110
BEST:
Inner West: Jye Doyle, Benjamin Klemke, Oliver Burnett, Will Deller, Nicholas McCormack, Jonty Inglis
Manly Wolves: Oliver Rojo, Cooper McClennan, Louis Jans, Kale Gabila, Cameron Manuel, Aiden Adams
Sydney University won by 5 points
South West 6.11.47
Sydney Uni 8.4.52
BEST:
South West: Khy Gibbs, Callum Burns, Ryan Shipard, Luke Parkinson, Finbar Delbridge, Max Lower
Sydney Uni: Oscar Bosnjakovic, Nicholas Andreacchio, Harry Cameron, Marcus Valastro, Sam Barkley, Michael Nettheim
UNSW-ES Bulldogs won by 65 points
UNSW Bulldogs 17.23.125
East Coast 9.6.60
BEST:
UNSW-ES: Jordan Endemann, Cooper Kilpatrick, William Spencer, Kynan Kilpatrick, Toby Alker, Luther Juric
East Coast: Nick Johns, Brody Kane, Jacob Jones, Cameron Edwards, Marshall Poynter, Mitchell Bradley
North Shore Bombers won by 80 points
North Shore 17.14.116
UTS Bats 5.6.36
BEST:
North Shore: Nicholas Pavlou, Matt Buskariol, Matthew Wilson, Christian Loone, James Tidemann, Jake Veale
UTS Bats: Louis Pribula, Joshua Lee, Henry Gosse, Ash Backlund, Jack Calabro, Blake Tabe
Pennant Hills Demons won by 40 points
Pennant Hills 7.8.50
St George 5.10.40
BEST:
Pennant Hills: Wilson Mudge, Zac Elliott, Theo Moraitis, Charles Allison, Cameron Mitchell, Patrick Witt
St George: Patrick Tegg, Jack Druery, Lachlan Querzoli, Nathaniel Mckenzie-Hicks, Cave Mcknight, Luke Arendse
Manly Warringah Wolves won by 74 points
Inner West 5.6.36
Manly Wolves 15.20.110
BEST:
Inner West: Jye Doyle, Benjamin Klemke, Oliver Burnett, Will Deller, Nicholas McCormack, Jonty Inglis
Manly Wolves: Oliver Rojo, Cooper McClennan, Louis Jans, Kale Gabila, Cameron Manuel, Aiden Adams
Sydney University won by 5 points
South West 6.11.47
Sydney Uni 8.4.52
BEST:
South West: Khy Gibbs, Callum Burns, Ryan Shipard, Luke Parkinson, Finbar Delbridge, Max Lower
Sydney Uni: Oscar Bosnjakovic, Nicholas Andreacchio, Harry Cameron, Marcus Valastro, Sam Barkley, Michael Nettheim
UNSW-ES Bulldogs won by 65 points
UNSW Bulldogs 17.23.125
East Coast 9.6.60
BEST:
UNSW-ES: Jordan Endemann, Cooper Kilpatrick, William Spencer, Kynan Kilpatrick, Toby Alker, Luther Juric
East Coast: Nick Johns, Brody Kane, Jacob Jones, Cameron Edwards, Marshall Poynter, Mitchell Bradley
North Shore Bombers won by 80 points
North Shore 17.14.116
UTS Bats 5.6.36
BEST:
North Shore: Nicholas Pavlou, Matt Buskariol, Matthew Wilson, Christian Loone, James Tidemann, Jake Veale
UTS Bats: Louis Pribula, Joshua Lee, Henry Gosse, Ash Backlund, Jack Calabro, Blake Tabe
Pennant Hills Demons won by 40 points
Pennant Hills 7.8.50
St George 5.10.40
BEST:
Pennant Hills: Wilson Mudge, Zac Elliott, Theo Moraitis, Charles Allison, Cameron Mitchell, Patrick Witt
St George: Patrick Tegg, Jack Druery, Lachlan Querzoli, Nathaniel Mckenzie-Hicks, Cave Mcknight, Luke Arendse
ROUND 18 REVIEW
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Manly Warringah 15.20.110 def. Inner West Magpies 5.6.36
Manly Warringah secured the minor premiership with a 74-point demolition of Inner West Magpies at Picken Oval.
The Wolves lead by 16 points at half time, with the Magpies keeping Manly to five goals in a solid defensive performance in the first half. As has so often being the case in 2025, Manly just exploded in the final half, kicking 10 goals to 2 as that ran away with victory and secured a week off in the finals.
Cameron Manuel kicked 4 goals for Manly Warringah, with Kale Gabila chipping in with 3 majors of his own. Magpies stalwart Ben Zoppo kicked 2 goals for the Magpies.
Manly Warringah’s best players Oliver Rojo, Cooper McClellan, Louis Jans, Gabila, Manuel an Aiden Adams. Inner West Magpies was best served by Jye Doyle, Ben Klemke, Oliver Burnett, Will Deller, Nick McCormack, and Jonty Inglis.
Sydney University 8.4.52 def. South West Sydney 6.11.47
Sydney University withstood a furious finish from an inaccurate South West Sydney Blues to squeak home by 5 points at Rosedale Oval.
Sydney Uni did most of the damage in the first quarter, kicking 5 unanswered goals to lead by 29 points at the first break. Owners were even in the second quarter, and then Uni led by 32 points at the final change. The Blues kicked 4 goals to 0 in the final term, with a desperate defensive act from key back Oscar Bosnjakovic right before the siren securing a vital win for the Students and qualification into the finals.
Izaac Hughes kicked 3 goals for the Students, with Brayden Pilot and Alex Witherden chipping in with 2 majors each. Small forward Bailey-Dean Latanis kicked 3 goals for the Blues.
Sydney University’s best players were Bosnjakovic, Nicholas Andreacchio, Harry Cameron, Marcus Valastro, Sam Barkley, and Michael Nettheim. South West Sydney was best served by Khy Gibbs, Callum Burns, Ryan Shipard, Luke Parkinson, representative ruckman, Finbar Delbridge, and Max Lower.
UNSW-ES 17.23.125 def. East Coast Eagles 9.6.60
UNSW-ES finished off their preparation for the Finals with a solid 65-point win over East Coast Eagles, in a high-scoring fixture on the wide-open expanses at BISP.
After a close first quarter, the Bulldogs led by 22 points at the main break. The Bulldogs kicked out eleven goals to five in the second half, with their midfielders and half back line running riot.
Small forward Kynan Kilpatrick kicked 5 goals for the Bulldogs, with skipper Will Spencer chipping in with 3 majors for UNSW-ES. Key forward Marshall Poynter kicked 3 goals for the eagles, with Scott Brown and Brendan Coxall kicking 2 majors each in the Eagles last game of the season.
UNSW-ES’s best players were Jordan Endemann, key back Cooper Kilpatrick, Spencer, Kynan Kilpatrick, Toby Alker, and Luther Juric. East Coast’s better players were Nick Johns, Brody Kane, the ever-consistent due of Jacob Jones & Cameron Edwards, Poynter, and Mitchell Bradley.
North Shore 17.14.116 def. UTS 5.6.36
Reigning Premier North Shore thrashed UTS by 80 points at Gore Hill Oval.
The Bombers kicked 15 goals in the final three quarters as they prepared for a monster Qualifying Final with UNSW-ES on Saturday afternoon. The Bombers, who unusually rely on their small forwards for most of their goalscoring, again had their mobile forwards make strong contributions. UTS has badly missed the injured Hamish Latchford at the back of the season, after a mid-season revival when they skirted with the bottom end of the Top Five.
Matt Buskariol kicked 4 goals for the Bombers, with Max Thomas (3), and Patrick Bolger & Tom Gillis (2) also kicking multiple majors as North Shore shared the goalkicking duties around. UTS had 5 individual goalkickers.
North Shore’s best players were Nicholas Pavlou, Buskariol, Matthew Wilson, Christian Loone, James Tidemann, and skipper Jake Veale. UTS was best served by regular contributors Louis Pribula, Joshua Lee, Henry Gosse, Ash Backlund, Jack Calabro, and Blake Tabe.
Pennant Hills 7.8.50 def. St George 5.10.40
In the night game at Mike Kenny Oval, Pennant Hills ground out a tough 10-point win over an inaccurate St George.
In a feisty game that simmered all night, Pennant Hills led by single digits at every change before 3 last-quarter goals sealed victory in both teams’ swansong for season 2025. The Dragons will rue their inaccuracy in the final term, kicking 1.5 in a desperate last 33 minutes of action.
Theo Moraitis, who let his team down badly in the second quarter with a 50-metre penalty for dissent, proved a match-winner for the Demons, kicking 4 goals, 2 in the hectic final term. Moraitis was the only multiple goalkicker in the match, with Nick Hey, who had earlier drawn level with Hugo Birks as Premier Division leading goalkicker, went off in the third term with what appeared to be a serious facial injury.
Pennant Hills’s best players were Wilson Mudge, Zac Elliott, Moraitis, Charles Allison, Cameron Mitchell, and rugged veteran Patrick Witt. St George was best served by Patrick Tegg, Jack Druery, Lachlan Querzoli, Nathaniel McKenzie-Hicks, emerging talent Cave McKnight, and Luke Arendse.
Manly Warringah 15.20.110 def. Inner West Magpies 5.6.36
Manly Warringah secured the minor premiership with a 74-point demolition of Inner West Magpies at Picken Oval.
The Wolves lead by 16 points at half time, with the Magpies keeping Manly to five goals in a solid defensive performance in the first half. As has so often being the case in 2025, Manly just exploded in the final half, kicking 10 goals to 2 as that ran away with victory and secured a week off in the finals.
Cameron Manuel kicked 4 goals for Manly Warringah, with Kale Gabila chipping in with 3 majors of his own. Magpies stalwart Ben Zoppo kicked 2 goals for the Magpies.
Manly Warringah’s best players Oliver Rojo, Cooper McClellan, Louis Jans, Gabila, Manuel an Aiden Adams. Inner West Magpies was best served by Jye Doyle, Ben Klemke, Oliver Burnett, Will Deller, Nick McCormack, and Jonty Inglis.
Sydney University 8.4.52 def. South West Sydney 6.11.47
Sydney University withstood a furious finish from an inaccurate South West Sydney Blues to squeak home by 5 points at Rosedale Oval.
Sydney Uni did most of the damage in the first quarter, kicking 5 unanswered goals to lead by 29 points at the first break. Owners were even in the second quarter, and then Uni led by 32 points at the final change. The Blues kicked 4 goals to 0 in the final term, with a desperate defensive act from key back Oscar Bosnjakovic right before the siren securing a vital win for the Students and qualification into the finals.
Izaac Hughes kicked 3 goals for the Students, with Brayden Pilot and Alex Witherden chipping in with 2 majors each. Small forward Bailey-Dean Latanis kicked 3 goals for the Blues.
Sydney University’s best players were Bosnjakovic, Nicholas Andreacchio, Harry Cameron, Marcus Valastro, Sam Barkley, and Michael Nettheim. South West Sydney was best served by Khy Gibbs, Callum Burns, Ryan Shipard, Luke Parkinson, representative ruckman, Finbar Delbridge, and Max Lower.
UNSW-ES 17.23.125 def. East Coast Eagles 9.6.60
UNSW-ES finished off their preparation for the Finals with a solid 65-point win over East Coast Eagles, in a high-scoring fixture on the wide-open expanses at BISP.
After a close first quarter, the Bulldogs led by 22 points at the main break. The Bulldogs kicked out eleven goals to five in the second half, with their midfielders and half back line running riot.
Small forward Kynan Kilpatrick kicked 5 goals for the Bulldogs, with skipper Will Spencer chipping in with 3 majors for UNSW-ES. Key forward Marshall Poynter kicked 3 goals for the eagles, with Scott Brown and Brendan Coxall kicking 2 majors each in the Eagles last game of the season.
UNSW-ES’s best players were Jordan Endemann, key back Cooper Kilpatrick, Spencer, Kynan Kilpatrick, Toby Alker, and Luther Juric. East Coast’s better players were Nick Johns, Brody Kane, the ever-consistent due of Jacob Jones & Cameron Edwards, Poynter, and Mitchell Bradley.
North Shore 17.14.116 def. UTS 5.6.36
Reigning Premier North Shore thrashed UTS by 80 points at Gore Hill Oval.
The Bombers kicked 15 goals in the final three quarters as they prepared for a monster Qualifying Final with UNSW-ES on Saturday afternoon. The Bombers, who unusually rely on their small forwards for most of their goalscoring, again had their mobile forwards make strong contributions. UTS has badly missed the injured Hamish Latchford at the back of the season, after a mid-season revival when they skirted with the bottom end of the Top Five.
Matt Buskariol kicked 4 goals for the Bombers, with Max Thomas (3), and Patrick Bolger & Tom Gillis (2) also kicking multiple majors as North Shore shared the goalkicking duties around. UTS had 5 individual goalkickers.
North Shore’s best players were Nicholas Pavlou, Buskariol, Matthew Wilson, Christian Loone, James Tidemann, and skipper Jake Veale. UTS was best served by regular contributors Louis Pribula, Joshua Lee, Henry Gosse, Ash Backlund, Jack Calabro, and Blake Tabe.
Pennant Hills 7.8.50 def. St George 5.10.40
In the night game at Mike Kenny Oval, Pennant Hills ground out a tough 10-point win over an inaccurate St George.
In a feisty game that simmered all night, Pennant Hills led by single digits at every change before 3 last-quarter goals sealed victory in both teams’ swansong for season 2025. The Dragons will rue their inaccuracy in the final term, kicking 1.5 in a desperate last 33 minutes of action.
Theo Moraitis, who let his team down badly in the second quarter with a 50-metre penalty for dissent, proved a match-winner for the Demons, kicking 4 goals, 2 in the hectic final term. Moraitis was the only multiple goalkicker in the match, with Nick Hey, who had earlier drawn level with Hugo Birks as Premier Division leading goalkicker, went off in the third term with what appeared to be a serious facial injury.
Pennant Hills’s best players were Wilson Mudge, Zac Elliott, Moraitis, Charles Allison, Cameron Mitchell, and rugged veteran Patrick Witt. St George was best served by Patrick Tegg, Jack Druery, Lachlan Querzoli, Nathaniel McKenzie-Hicks, emerging talent Cave McKnight, and Luke Arendse.
FINALS WEEK 1 INFORMATION
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WEEK 1 OF PREMIER DIVISION FINALS HAVE ARRIVED!
Congratulations to the Manly Warringah Wolves, who finished as Minor Premiers, and have earned the week off.
The 1st Qualifying Final sees the North Shore Bombers take on the UNSW-ES Bulldogs on Saturday (first bounce 3:20pm)
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Sunday's Elimination Final sees Sydney University up against South West Sydney (first bounce 3:20pm)
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Congratulations to the Manly Warringah Wolves, who finished as Minor Premiers, and have earned the week off.
The 1st Qualifying Final sees the North Shore Bombers take on the UNSW-ES Bulldogs on Saturday (first bounce 3:20pm)
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Replay: North Shore Bombers vs UNSW-Eastern Suburbs Bulldogs (Finals Week 1 (Men's Premier Division))
Watch all the action from the AFL Sydney game between North Shore Bombers and UNSW-Eastern Suburbs Bulldogs (Finals Week 1 (Men's Premier Division)), on 30 August 2025 at 1:15 pm AWST
Sunday's Elimination Final sees Sydney University up against South West Sydney (first bounce 3:20pm)
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Replay: South West Sydney Blues vs Sydney University ANFC (Finals Week 1 (Men's Premier Division))
Watch all the action from the AFL Sydney game between South West Sydney Blues and Sydney University ANFC (Finals Week 1 (Men's Premier Division)), on 31 August 2025 at 1:15 pm AWST
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FINALS WEEK 1 RESULTS
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QUALIFYING FINAL 1
North Shore Bombers won by 36 points
North Shore 9.13.67
UNSW Bulldogs 5.1.31
BEST:
North Shore: Fraser Thurlow, Ethan Grace, Matthew Wilson, Mitchell Rogers, Cooper Donald, Felix Rogers
UNSW-ES: William Foster, Jake Brown, Jasper Hardy, Jordan Endemann, Sam Thorne, Jack Willis
ELIMINATION FINAL
South West Sydney won by 33 points
Sydney Uni 5.13.43
South West 11.10.76
BEST:
Sydney Uni: Max Kozlik, Izaac Hughes, Lucas Newman, Sam Barkley, Ricky Meyrick, Nicholas Andreacchio
South West: Nicolas Dunshea, Kain Flynn-Duncombe, Bailey Stewart, Finbar Delbridge, Khy Gibbs, William Lockett
QUALIFYING FINAL 1
North Shore Bombers won by 36 points
North Shore 9.13.67
UNSW Bulldogs 5.1.31
BEST:
North Shore: Fraser Thurlow, Ethan Grace, Matthew Wilson, Mitchell Rogers, Cooper Donald, Felix Rogers
UNSW-ES: William Foster, Jake Brown, Jasper Hardy, Jordan Endemann, Sam Thorne, Jack Willis
ELIMINATION FINAL
South West Sydney won by 33 points
Sydney Uni 5.13.43
South West 11.10.76
BEST:
Sydney Uni: Max Kozlik, Izaac Hughes, Lucas Newman, Sam Barkley, Ricky Meyrick, Nicholas Andreacchio
South West: Nicolas Dunshea, Kain Flynn-Duncombe, Bailey Stewart, Finbar Delbridge, Khy Gibbs, William Lockett
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Anybody seen Philbert Lan play from Sydney Uni? Been tearing it up in the magoos, 15 best on grounds out of 16 games and heard he was robbed in that game he wasn't named best either. One to watch for 26' !!
FINALS WEEK 1 RECAP
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QUALIFYING FINAL 1
North Shore 9.13.67 def. UNSW-ES 5.1.31
North Shore produced a professional finals performance in disposing of UNSW-ES by 36 points at BISP 1 on Saturday.
Excluding a 15-minute period in the second quarter, North Shore controlled the Qualifying Final in a composed performance, setting up an electric Major Semi Final against great rivals and Minor Premiers Manly Warringah on Saturday. After the Bombers led by 15 points at the first break, the Bulldogs came back hard in the second quarter, reducing the margin to a mere 6 points at the main break. The Bombers composed themselves and kicked 6.5 to 2.1 in a dominant and clinical second half, on a day where North Shore kept gun Bulldogs forward duo Hugo Birks and Kieran Emery to just 1 goal each.
Stalwart ruck/forward Fraser Thurlow, already looming as a major problem for the Wolves, kicked 3 goals for North Shore. Thomas Gillis and Max Yeoland chipped in with 2 majors each for the Bombers. Oscar Peter kicked 2 goals for UNSW-ES.
Thurlow again dominated on the big stage, showing how important he is to North Shore’s realistic chances of going back-to-back. Thurlow was well supported by Ethan Grace, Matthew Wilson, Mitchell Rogers, the rapidly developing Cooper Donald, and Felix Rogers, revelling in his role across half-back. UNSW-ES was best served by William Foster, Jake Brown, Jasper Hardy, Jordan Endemann, Sam Thorne, and Jack Willis.
ELIMINATION FINAL 1
South West Sydney 11.10.76 def. Sydney University 5.13.43
A magnificent second-half performance from finals newcomers South West Sydney Blues saw them run out comfortable 33-point victors over and inaccurate Sydney University at BISP 1 on Sunday, eliminating the Students from the Finals.
After an even, tough battle in the first half, the Students went to the main break 3 points in front. The Blues then ran amok in the third quarter, kicking 5.4.34 to 0.0.0 as their midfielders finally broke free from the tough-tackling Students to deliver quality ball to Nick Dunshea, Bailey-Dean Latanis and lively lefty William Lockett. The Blues, after an early fightback, settled in the fourth quarter as the Students, despite plenty of opportunities, could only kick 2.5 in the final 30 minutes.
Dunshea kicked 5 goals in an eye-catching display. Latanis and Lockett added 2 goals each for the Blues. Izaac Hughes kicked 2 goals for the Students and could have kicked 5 if his radar had been fully calibrated.
South West Sydney was best served by Dunshea, Kain Flynn-Duncombe, Bailey Stewart, skipper Finbar Delbridge, Khy Gibbs and Lockett. Sydney University’s best players were Max Kozlik, Hughes, Lucas Newman, Sam Barkley, Ricky Meyrick (who was the best player on the ground in the first half), and Nicholas Andreacchio.
North Shore 9.13.67 def. UNSW-ES 5.1.31
North Shore produced a professional finals performance in disposing of UNSW-ES by 36 points at BISP 1 on Saturday.
Excluding a 15-minute period in the second quarter, North Shore controlled the Qualifying Final in a composed performance, setting up an electric Major Semi Final against great rivals and Minor Premiers Manly Warringah on Saturday. After the Bombers led by 15 points at the first break, the Bulldogs came back hard in the second quarter, reducing the margin to a mere 6 points at the main break. The Bombers composed themselves and kicked 6.5 to 2.1 in a dominant and clinical second half, on a day where North Shore kept gun Bulldogs forward duo Hugo Birks and Kieran Emery to just 1 goal each.
Stalwart ruck/forward Fraser Thurlow, already looming as a major problem for the Wolves, kicked 3 goals for North Shore. Thomas Gillis and Max Yeoland chipped in with 2 majors each for the Bombers. Oscar Peter kicked 2 goals for UNSW-ES.
Thurlow again dominated on the big stage, showing how important he is to North Shore’s realistic chances of going back-to-back. Thurlow was well supported by Ethan Grace, Matthew Wilson, Mitchell Rogers, the rapidly developing Cooper Donald, and Felix Rogers, revelling in his role across half-back. UNSW-ES was best served by William Foster, Jake Brown, Jasper Hardy, Jordan Endemann, Sam Thorne, and Jack Willis.
ELIMINATION FINAL 1
South West Sydney 11.10.76 def. Sydney University 5.13.43
A magnificent second-half performance from finals newcomers South West Sydney Blues saw them run out comfortable 33-point victors over and inaccurate Sydney University at BISP 1 on Sunday, eliminating the Students from the Finals.
After an even, tough battle in the first half, the Students went to the main break 3 points in front. The Blues then ran amok in the third quarter, kicking 5.4.34 to 0.0.0 as their midfielders finally broke free from the tough-tackling Students to deliver quality ball to Nick Dunshea, Bailey-Dean Latanis and lively lefty William Lockett. The Blues, after an early fightback, settled in the fourth quarter as the Students, despite plenty of opportunities, could only kick 2.5 in the final 30 minutes.
Dunshea kicked 5 goals in an eye-catching display. Latanis and Lockett added 2 goals each for the Blues. Izaac Hughes kicked 2 goals for the Students and could have kicked 5 if his radar had been fully calibrated.
South West Sydney was best served by Dunshea, Kain Flynn-Duncombe, Bailey Stewart, skipper Finbar Delbridge, Khy Gibbs and Lockett. Sydney University’s best players were Max Kozlik, Hughes, Lucas Newman, Sam Barkley, Ricky Meyrick (who was the best player on the ground in the first half), and Nicholas Andreacchio.
FINALS WEEK 2 INFORMATION
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The 2nd Semi Final sees minor premiers Manly Warringah Wolves take on the North Shore Bombers on Saturday afternoon (first bounce 2:40pm)
Livestream link:
streamer.com.au
The first semi-final will see the UNSW-ES Bulldogs up against the South West Sydney Blues on Sunday afternnon (first bounce 2:40pm)
Livestream link:
streamer.com.au
Full round details:
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Replay: Manly Warringah Wolves vs North Shore Bombers (Second Semi-Final (Men's Premier Division))
Watch all the action from the AFL Sydney game between Manly Warringah Wolves and North Shore Bombers (Second Semi-Final (Men's Premier Division)), on 6 September 2025 at 12:35 pm AWST
The first semi-final will see the UNSW-ES Bulldogs up against the South West Sydney Blues on Sunday afternnon (first bounce 2:40pm)
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Replay: UNSW-Eastern Suburbs Bulldogs vs South West Sydney Blues (First Semi-Final (Men's Premier Division))
Watch all the action from the AFL Sydney game between UNSW-Eastern Suburbs Bulldogs and South West Sydney Blues (First Semi-Final (Men's Premier Division)), on 7 September 2025 at 12:35 pm AWST
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FINALS WEEK 2 PREVIEW
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Major Semi-Final
Manly-Warringah Wolves v North Shore Bombers
Blacktown International Sportspark, Saturday 2:40pm
Manly – 1st. Played 18, Won 17, Lost 1, 208.25%. Streak – W4
North Shore – Qualifying Final – North Shore 9.13 (67) def UNSW-ES 5.1 (31)
Winner – Goes straight through to Grand Final on Saturday 20th September
Loser – Will play Preliminary Final v Winner Minor Semi-Final
The local rivals from the North. The Battle of the Spit Bridge. The Wolves and the Bombers. They met in last year’s Grand Final, and one of them will be first into this year’s decider. And while the loser will get another shot at making the big dance when they play next week’s Preliminary Final, both teams would rather save themselves that extra game and the angst that goes with it and get the job done right here, right now. And even if you’re far from Blacktown on Saturday, you can catch all the action as it unfolds on Streamer. [link – https://streamer.com.au/match/5723 ]
As minor premiers, Manly had last week off, a chance to get over any little niggles and be at peak fitness for the finals. Their last hit-out, a fortnight ago, was a comfortable 74-point win on a very heavy Picken Oval against the bottom side Inner West. Cameron Manuel landed four goals; while Oliver Rojo, Cooper McClennan and Louis Jans were prominent performers. The Wolves have no shortage of gun players around the ground, they’re fresh, fit and ready go to. And if they can manage to get into the Grand Final with only one finals game, they’ll have the fresh legs to do some serious damage when the competition decider comes around.
North Shore won through to this game with a 36-point win over UNSW-ES in last week’s Qualifying Final. After the Bulldogs got within a kick in the opening minutes of the second term, it was an arm-wrestle with neither team scoring for 20 minutes. Eventually the Bombers broke the deadlock and got on top in the second half to comfortably make their way through; with Fraser Thurlow, Ethan Grace and Matt Wilson playing key roles for the Bombers. As the defending premiers, they’ve been here before; they know what needs to be done to progress to the Grand Final; and they’re ready to carry that out.
These teams have split their meetings so far in 2025. In round 2 at Weldon Oval, the Wolves took control to record a 66-point win. But the tables were turned in round 14 when they met at Gore Hill, with the Bombers recording a 64-point victory. Both teams with big wins at home; but now we’re on neutral territory and the stakes are higher. It’s probable this will be much closer. The Wolves are fresh, the Bombers had a solid hit-out last week. There’ll be no problem finding motivation to go out and do something extraordinary this time. They’ve been easily the two best sides all season, and this game has what it takes to go down to the wire.
Minor Semi-Final
UNSW-ES Bulldogs v South-West Sydney Blues
Blacktown International Sportspark, Sunday 2:40pm
UNSW-ES – Qualifying Final – UNSW-ES 5.1 (31) lost to North Shore 9.13 (67)
South-West Sydney – Elimination Final – South-West Sydney 11.10 (76) def Sydney Uni 5.13 (43)
Winner – Will play Preliminary Final v Loser Major Semi-Final
Loser – Eliminated
The Bulldogs from the East, the Blues from the South-West. By the time the sun sets on Sunday, one of these teams will be just one game away from the Grand Final, while the other will be putting their guernseys into mothballs and preparing for the end-of-season trip. When it comes to sudden-death finals, the stakes are high and you’ll need to be at your best to survive. There is no better place to watch the action unfold than Blacktown Sportspark; but if you can’t get there, the next best thing is to see it live on Streamer. [link – https://streamer.com.au/match/5725 ]
A fortnight before the finals, UNSW-ES had upset North Shore at Blacktown. But there was to be no repeat in last Saturday’s Qualifying Final. There was only a kick in it through the second quarter to half time; but the Bulldogs were unable to match it with the Bombers in the premiership quarter. Will Foster, Jake Brown and Jasper Hardy battled gamely for the Bulldogs; but the beauty of finishing top three is that the loss wasn’t season ending and they get another crack this week. But now it’s sudden death and there’s no tomorrow; they need to leave nothing in the tank and go for broke now.
Last week was a touch of history as South-West Sydney played their first final; an Elimination Final against Sydney Uni. The Blues stayed with the Students in the first half, trailing by three points at the long break. But the game was broken open in the third term as the Blues added five unanswered goals to set up a match-winning lead. Nick Dunshea kicked five goals in a best-on-ground performance; while Kain Flynn-Duncombe and Bailey Stewart were superb for the Blues. Not intimidated by the occasion, getting the job done; Premier Division’s newest franchise showed they have what it takes to go deep into the finals.
The Bulldogs won both clashes between these teams during the regular season. A 74-point win at Henson Park in round 2 was followed by a 36-point victory in tricky conditions at Rosedale in round 14. The Bulldogs have a strong midfield and a potent forward line, and they’ll be hard to beat. But they can’t assume they’ll have everything going their way. The Blues have shown themselves more than capable of troubling the top sides; and have pulled off some massive wins in their two-year Premier Division existence. They’ve shown themselves capable of rising to the big occasions, finals held no fears for them last week; and they’re in form and ready. This could go down to the wire, and the Blues can’t be written off.
Manly-Warringah Wolves v North Shore Bombers
Blacktown International Sportspark, Saturday 2:40pm
Manly – 1st. Played 18, Won 17, Lost 1, 208.25%. Streak – W4
North Shore – Qualifying Final – North Shore 9.13 (67) def UNSW-ES 5.1 (31)
Winner – Goes straight through to Grand Final on Saturday 20th September
Loser – Will play Preliminary Final v Winner Minor Semi-Final
The local rivals from the North. The Battle of the Spit Bridge. The Wolves and the Bombers. They met in last year’s Grand Final, and one of them will be first into this year’s decider. And while the loser will get another shot at making the big dance when they play next week’s Preliminary Final, both teams would rather save themselves that extra game and the angst that goes with it and get the job done right here, right now. And even if you’re far from Blacktown on Saturday, you can catch all the action as it unfolds on Streamer. [link – https://streamer.com.au/match/5723 ]
As minor premiers, Manly had last week off, a chance to get over any little niggles and be at peak fitness for the finals. Their last hit-out, a fortnight ago, was a comfortable 74-point win on a very heavy Picken Oval against the bottom side Inner West. Cameron Manuel landed four goals; while Oliver Rojo, Cooper McClennan and Louis Jans were prominent performers. The Wolves have no shortage of gun players around the ground, they’re fresh, fit and ready go to. And if they can manage to get into the Grand Final with only one finals game, they’ll have the fresh legs to do some serious damage when the competition decider comes around.
North Shore won through to this game with a 36-point win over UNSW-ES in last week’s Qualifying Final. After the Bulldogs got within a kick in the opening minutes of the second term, it was an arm-wrestle with neither team scoring for 20 minutes. Eventually the Bombers broke the deadlock and got on top in the second half to comfortably make their way through; with Fraser Thurlow, Ethan Grace and Matt Wilson playing key roles for the Bombers. As the defending premiers, they’ve been here before; they know what needs to be done to progress to the Grand Final; and they’re ready to carry that out.
These teams have split their meetings so far in 2025. In round 2 at Weldon Oval, the Wolves took control to record a 66-point win. But the tables were turned in round 14 when they met at Gore Hill, with the Bombers recording a 64-point victory. Both teams with big wins at home; but now we’re on neutral territory and the stakes are higher. It’s probable this will be much closer. The Wolves are fresh, the Bombers had a solid hit-out last week. There’ll be no problem finding motivation to go out and do something extraordinary this time. They’ve been easily the two best sides all season, and this game has what it takes to go down to the wire.
Minor Semi-Final
UNSW-ES Bulldogs v South-West Sydney Blues
Blacktown International Sportspark, Sunday 2:40pm
UNSW-ES – Qualifying Final – UNSW-ES 5.1 (31) lost to North Shore 9.13 (67)
South-West Sydney – Elimination Final – South-West Sydney 11.10 (76) def Sydney Uni 5.13 (43)
Winner – Will play Preliminary Final v Loser Major Semi-Final
Loser – Eliminated
The Bulldogs from the East, the Blues from the South-West. By the time the sun sets on Sunday, one of these teams will be just one game away from the Grand Final, while the other will be putting their guernseys into mothballs and preparing for the end-of-season trip. When it comes to sudden-death finals, the stakes are high and you’ll need to be at your best to survive. There is no better place to watch the action unfold than Blacktown Sportspark; but if you can’t get there, the next best thing is to see it live on Streamer. [link – https://streamer.com.au/match/5725 ]
A fortnight before the finals, UNSW-ES had upset North Shore at Blacktown. But there was to be no repeat in last Saturday’s Qualifying Final. There was only a kick in it through the second quarter to half time; but the Bulldogs were unable to match it with the Bombers in the premiership quarter. Will Foster, Jake Brown and Jasper Hardy battled gamely for the Bulldogs; but the beauty of finishing top three is that the loss wasn’t season ending and they get another crack this week. But now it’s sudden death and there’s no tomorrow; they need to leave nothing in the tank and go for broke now.
Last week was a touch of history as South-West Sydney played their first final; an Elimination Final against Sydney Uni. The Blues stayed with the Students in the first half, trailing by three points at the long break. But the game was broken open in the third term as the Blues added five unanswered goals to set up a match-winning lead. Nick Dunshea kicked five goals in a best-on-ground performance; while Kain Flynn-Duncombe and Bailey Stewart were superb for the Blues. Not intimidated by the occasion, getting the job done; Premier Division’s newest franchise showed they have what it takes to go deep into the finals.
The Bulldogs won both clashes between these teams during the regular season. A 74-point win at Henson Park in round 2 was followed by a 36-point victory in tricky conditions at Rosedale in round 14. The Bulldogs have a strong midfield and a potent forward line, and they’ll be hard to beat. But they can’t assume they’ll have everything going their way. The Blues have shown themselves more than capable of troubling the top sides; and have pulled off some massive wins in their two-year Premier Division existence. They’ve shown themselves capable of rising to the big occasions, finals held no fears for them last week; and they’re in form and ready. This could go down to the wire, and the Blues can’t be written off.
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FINALS WEEK 2 RESULTS
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FINALS WEEK 2 RESULTS
SEMI-FINAL 1
North Shore Bombers won by 60 points
Manly Warringah 5.15.45
North Shore 15.15.105
BEST:
Manly Wolves: Joe Harrison, Sam McMeeken, Zachary Youlten, Kale Gabila, Lachlan Behagg, Lachlan Kilpatrick
North Shore: Nicholas Pavlou, Christian Loone, James Tidemann, Thomas Gillis, Cooper Donald, Jake Veale
SEMI-FINAL 2
UNSW-ES Bulldogs won by 48 points
UNSW Bulldogs 17.10.112
South West 9.10.64
BEST:
UNSW-ES: Kieran Emery, Jordan Endemann, Taine Moraschi, Jarrod Wachman, Luther Juric, Thomas Baxter
South West: Finbar Delbridge, Khy Gibbs, Ethan Matthews, Ethan Roberts, Bailey Stewart, Max Lower
SEMI-FINAL 1
North Shore Bombers won by 60 points
Manly Warringah 5.15.45
North Shore 15.15.105
BEST:
Manly Wolves: Joe Harrison, Sam McMeeken, Zachary Youlten, Kale Gabila, Lachlan Behagg, Lachlan Kilpatrick
North Shore: Nicholas Pavlou, Christian Loone, James Tidemann, Thomas Gillis, Cooper Donald, Jake Veale
SEMI-FINAL 2
UNSW-ES Bulldogs won by 48 points
UNSW Bulldogs 17.10.112
South West 9.10.64
BEST:
UNSW-ES: Kieran Emery, Jordan Endemann, Taine Moraschi, Jarrod Wachman, Luther Juric, Thomas Baxter
South West: Finbar Delbridge, Khy Gibbs, Ethan Matthews, Ethan Roberts, Bailey Stewart, Max Lower
FINALS WEEK 2 REVIEW
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North Shore 15.15.105 def. Manly Warringah 5.15.45
A dynamic performance from North Shore saw them slingshot into yet another Grand Final with a compelling and convincing 10-goal victory over inaccurate Minor Premiers Manly Warringah at BISP on Saturday.
After an exciting first quarter in which the two teams kicked three goals each, the Bombers exploded in the second quarter, kicking 5 goals to 1 to lead by 29 points at the main break. The Bombers methodically dismantled the Wolves in the second half, helped significantly by Manly kicking 1.11 in the third & fourth quarters.
The Bombers backline was terrific all day, led superbly by Phelan Medallist Jake Veale and representative centre half-back Christian Loone. Veale, a vastly experienced and composed footballer, launched many attacking raids across half-back and cleverly used the wide-open spaces at BISP, creating space all day for the Bombers dynamic midfield. The Bombers will relish the two-week break, with several players picking up slight injuries in a bruising game.
Joe Harrison and Sam McMeeken picked up plenty of touches for the Wolves, on a warm day on an extremely fast BISP track.
Tom Gillis kicked 3 goals for the Bombers, with Cooper Donald, Fraser Thurlow and James Tidemann kicking 2 goals each for North Shore. Key forward Zac Youlten kicked 3 goals for Manly Warringah.
North Shore’s best players were Nick Pavlou, Loone, James Tidemann, Gillis, Donald & Veale. Manly Warringah was best served by Harrison, McMeeken, Youlten, Kale Gabila, Lachlan Behagg and Lachlan Kilpatrick. Manly will be sweating on the fitness of Travis Schiller and the results of the Match Review Panel before their Preliminary Final at Bruce Purser Reserve on Saturday.
UNSW-ES 17.10.112 def. South West Sydney 9.10.64
On a sweltering Sunday afternoon, UNSW-ES kept their finals series alive with a convincing 48-point win over South West Sydney Blues at BISP on Sunday.
In a game with remarkable similarity to the Bombers-Wolves fixture played on Saturday, the Bulldogs led by 1 point at quarter-time but then kicked 5 goals to 2 in the second quarter to head into the main break 28 points in front. The Bulldogs withstood a minor fightback from the Blues in the fourth quarter, but the Blues kicked 5 quick behinds in a row to rule out a fourth-quarter miracle. UNSW-ES was down to 2 men on the bench towards the end of the game, and may have some injury concerns midweek, exacerbated slightly by only having a 6-day break before they tackle Manly Warringah at Kellyville on Saturday.
The class of Jordan Endemann stood out on Sunday. Endemann silky skills, evasiveness and delivery shone in a magnificent individual performance. With Hugo Birks out with a back injury, UNSW-ES went in with 5 small forwards, working around veteran key forward Kieran Emery. This tactic was a masterstroke, despite several of the Blues’ backline having a huge day themselves.
Finbar Delbridge again produced a wonderful performance for the Blues, picking up an extraordinary 8 free-kicks as UNSW-ES struggled to match him physically, apart from Jasper Hardy. Hardy was wonderful on the ball and expect to see him utilised in the midfield in the Preliminary Final. Delbridge must be considered top 3 material in the upcoming Phelan Medal count; he has been unbelievable throughout the season, inclusive of his representative performances.
Emery kicked 5 goals in a great battle with Blues custodian Matt Storey. Emery’s battle with his nemesis Lachlan Behagg will be a highlight this Saturday. Taine Moraschi (who replaced Birks), Oscar Peter and Will Spencer all kicked 2 goals for the Bulldogs, whose running football was a feature in 27C at BISP. Bailey-Dean Latanis and Bailey Stewart kicked 2 goals each for the Blues, who never stopped trying all day but could not match the skilful Bulldogs outfit.
UNSW-ES’ best players were Emery, Endemann, Moraschi, Jarrod Wachman, Luther Juric and Thoms Baxter. South West Sydney was best served by Delbridge, Khy Gibbs, talented youngster Ethan Matthews, Ethan Roberts, Bailey Stewart and Max Lower.
A dynamic performance from North Shore saw them slingshot into yet another Grand Final with a compelling and convincing 10-goal victory over inaccurate Minor Premiers Manly Warringah at BISP on Saturday.
After an exciting first quarter in which the two teams kicked three goals each, the Bombers exploded in the second quarter, kicking 5 goals to 1 to lead by 29 points at the main break. The Bombers methodically dismantled the Wolves in the second half, helped significantly by Manly kicking 1.11 in the third & fourth quarters.
The Bombers backline was terrific all day, led superbly by Phelan Medallist Jake Veale and representative centre half-back Christian Loone. Veale, a vastly experienced and composed footballer, launched many attacking raids across half-back and cleverly used the wide-open spaces at BISP, creating space all day for the Bombers dynamic midfield. The Bombers will relish the two-week break, with several players picking up slight injuries in a bruising game.
Joe Harrison and Sam McMeeken picked up plenty of touches for the Wolves, on a warm day on an extremely fast BISP track.
Tom Gillis kicked 3 goals for the Bombers, with Cooper Donald, Fraser Thurlow and James Tidemann kicking 2 goals each for North Shore. Key forward Zac Youlten kicked 3 goals for Manly Warringah.
North Shore’s best players were Nick Pavlou, Loone, James Tidemann, Gillis, Donald & Veale. Manly Warringah was best served by Harrison, McMeeken, Youlten, Kale Gabila, Lachlan Behagg and Lachlan Kilpatrick. Manly will be sweating on the fitness of Travis Schiller and the results of the Match Review Panel before their Preliminary Final at Bruce Purser Reserve on Saturday.
UNSW-ES 17.10.112 def. South West Sydney 9.10.64
On a sweltering Sunday afternoon, UNSW-ES kept their finals series alive with a convincing 48-point win over South West Sydney Blues at BISP on Sunday.
In a game with remarkable similarity to the Bombers-Wolves fixture played on Saturday, the Bulldogs led by 1 point at quarter-time but then kicked 5 goals to 2 in the second quarter to head into the main break 28 points in front. The Bulldogs withstood a minor fightback from the Blues in the fourth quarter, but the Blues kicked 5 quick behinds in a row to rule out a fourth-quarter miracle. UNSW-ES was down to 2 men on the bench towards the end of the game, and may have some injury concerns midweek, exacerbated slightly by only having a 6-day break before they tackle Manly Warringah at Kellyville on Saturday.
The class of Jordan Endemann stood out on Sunday. Endemann silky skills, evasiveness and delivery shone in a magnificent individual performance. With Hugo Birks out with a back injury, UNSW-ES went in with 5 small forwards, working around veteran key forward Kieran Emery. This tactic was a masterstroke, despite several of the Blues’ backline having a huge day themselves.
Finbar Delbridge again produced a wonderful performance for the Blues, picking up an extraordinary 8 free-kicks as UNSW-ES struggled to match him physically, apart from Jasper Hardy. Hardy was wonderful on the ball and expect to see him utilised in the midfield in the Preliminary Final. Delbridge must be considered top 3 material in the upcoming Phelan Medal count; he has been unbelievable throughout the season, inclusive of his representative performances.
Emery kicked 5 goals in a great battle with Blues custodian Matt Storey. Emery’s battle with his nemesis Lachlan Behagg will be a highlight this Saturday. Taine Moraschi (who replaced Birks), Oscar Peter and Will Spencer all kicked 2 goals for the Bulldogs, whose running football was a feature in 27C at BISP. Bailey-Dean Latanis and Bailey Stewart kicked 2 goals each for the Blues, who never stopped trying all day but could not match the skilful Bulldogs outfit.
UNSW-ES’ best players were Emery, Endemann, Moraschi, Jarrod Wachman, Luther Juric and Thoms Baxter. South West Sydney was best served by Delbridge, Khy Gibbs, talented youngster Ethan Matthews, Ethan Roberts, Bailey Stewart and Max Lower.
FINALS WEEK 3 INFORMATION
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It's Preliminary Final weekend, which will see the Manly Warringah Wolves take on UNSW-ES's Bulldogs on Saturday afternoon (first bounce 3:30pm).
The mouth-watering match-up will be livestreamed via Streamer:
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The mouth-watering match-up will be livestreamed via Streamer:
Live Stream: Manly Warringah Wolves vs UNSW-Eastern Suburbs Bulldogs (Men's Prem Div | Prelim Final)
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2025 MEN'S PREMIER DIVISION TEAM OF THE YEAR
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Congrats to the players named in the 2025 AFL Sydney Men's Premier Division Team of the Year
PREMLIMINARY FINAL RESULT
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Congratulations to the Manly Warringah Wolves for winning the Preliminary Final, and advancing to next week's Premier Division Grand Final vs North Shore
Manly Warringah Wolves won by 8 points
Manly Warringah 8.11.59
UNSW Bulldogs 7.9.51
BEST:
Manly Wolves: Willem Smit, Lachlan Behagg, Sam McMeeken, Kyle Martin, Cooper McClennan, Cameron Manuel
UNSW-ES: Jordan Endemann, Harrison Dyson, Kieran Emery, Oscar Peter, Sam Thorne, Toby Alker
Manly Warringah Wolves won by 8 points
Manly Warringah 8.11.59
UNSW Bulldogs 7.9.51
BEST:
Manly Wolves: Willem Smit, Lachlan Behagg, Sam McMeeken, Kyle Martin, Cooper McClennan, Cameron Manuel
UNSW-ES: Jordan Endemann, Harrison Dyson, Kieran Emery, Oscar Peter, Sam Thorne, Toby Alker
2025 PHELAN MEDAL WINNER
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Congratulations to South West Sydney Blues co-captain Finbar Delbridge, who took out the 2025 Phelan Medal - AFL Sydney Best & Fairest Award, Men's Premier Division!
