B Section Premier B - 2026

[bedford]

I wish. Just lost 6”8’ ruckman to Frankston YCW

Only played 1 game didn't he , was rookied by the Swans , then released and went to Footscray

 

[Mr Platinum]

Cash is King $$$$$$

There's a lot of cash around this year, let's see if they actually get paid it. I don't begrudge anyone going for cash, each person has their own personal circumstances.

 

[richo's dodgy hammy]

I wish. Just lost 6”8’ ruckman to Frankston YCW

Riddle has retired as well which is a big loss.

 

[SeaSide]

Williamstown and Fitzroy are pretty friendly rivals.

It's called respect.

 

[pazza]

Fixture out.

Curious as to why after a number of back to school matches, Old Geelong have decided in the last couple of years not to make the annual trips down the highway.

 

[bedford]

Fixture out.

Curious as to why after a number of back to school matches, Old Geelong have decided in the last couple of years not to make the annual trips down the highway.

OM first 3 at home ?

 

[CARLTON2011]

Old Carey first 3 away last 3 at home. It's just the way it works taking in availability with the school.

 

[Max Leader]

OI 6 of the 1st 9 at home. Given our record last year, this a real disadvantage.

 

[bedford]

OI 6 of the 1st 9 at home. Given our record last year, this a real disadvantage.

I keep saying it 1 home 1 away , if you haven't got a ground you play away and this is the disgrace of Old Melbournians playing at Elsternwick , it's the VAFA's ground , someone needs to piss them off , play at Fishermen's Bend like the cricket team

 

[Max Leader]

I keep saying it 1 home 1 away , if you haven't got a ground you play away and this is the disgrace of Old Melbournians playing at Elsternwick , it's the VAFA's ground , someone needs to piss them off , play at Fishermen's Bend like the cricket team

This year Carey trinity and Old Camb cant play home games for the 1st 4-6 weeks.

 

[bedford]

This year Carey trinity and Old Camb cant play home games for the 1st 4-6 weeks.

That's bad luck, obviously because of road works , but in the future it has to change

 

[pazza]

That's bad luck, obviously because of road works , but in the future it has to change

There's roadworks on Belmore Road?

 

[bedford]

There's roadworks on Belmore Road?

So why can't they play home and away

 

[CARLTON2011]

So why can't they play home and away

Because of school cricket fixtures. We are "guests" at the school grounds and have to follow their availabilities. In an ideal world, yes that would be best but we don't live in an ideal world. It's not a problem to us. We have the fantastic facilities and greatly appreciate them, still get 9 home 9 away games. Not a problem. Even AFL Clubs aren't one home one away.

 

[FWIW]

I wish. Just lost 6”8’ ruckman to Frankston YCW

FWIW one out and a better one in with Markov. Raging flag favourites

 

[Keano15]

It is all quiet here but from what I can see Old Ivanhoe & Old Trinity are looking more than quietly confident.

OM's & Fitzroy don't seem to have lost too many, albeit a few of their best that will hurt, but should be in the finals mix unless they drop their bundle.

I'm expecting Carey to more than competitive, not as confident on Hampton. I think OG's will be solid again, Camberwell not sure and Willy could go either way.

My lads will have much more depth this year (and our Reserves will be competitive for the first time since 2022), picked up a few vets in Edwards & Bugg, no retirements and only a few left for suburban cash (only 1 who was in our best 22 I think).

Should be in the Finals Mix
Old Ivanhoe
Old Trinity
Old Melburnians
Fitzroy

Could go either way
Old Geelong
Old Carey
Caulfield

Could be in the Relegation Fight
Hampton Rovers
Old Camberwell
Williamstown

 

[Max Leader]

It is all quiet here but from what I can see Old Ivanhoe & Old Trinity are looking more than quietly confident.

OM's & Fitzroy don't seem to have lost too many, albeit a few of their best that will hurt, but should be in the finals mix unless they drop their bundle.

I'm expecting Carey to more than competitive, not as confident on Hampton. I think OG's will be solid again, Camberwell not sure and Willy could go either way.

My lads will have much more depth this year (and our Reserves will be competitive for the first time since 2022), picked up a few vets in Edwards & Bugg, no retirements and only a few left for suburban cash (only 1 who was in our best 22 I think).

Should be in the Finals Mix
Old Ivanhoe
Old Trinity
Old Melburnians
Fitzroy

Could go either way
Old Geelong
Old Carey
Caulfield

Could be in the Relegation Fight
Hampton Rovers
Old Camberwell
Williamstown

Fingers crossed.

OT with their depth, will be the team to beat.

Teams coming down from A, will also be very solid.

Good luck to all.

This will be the last year of the Lodge. It will be be no more as of October. In 2027 there will be be new facilities and possibly a redone ground.

 

[bedford]

Fingers crossed.

OT with their depth, will be the team to beat.

Teams coming down from A, will also be very solid.

Good luck to all.

This will be the last year of the Lodge. It will be be no more as of October. In 2027 there will be be new facilities and possibly a redone ground.

Hopefully the road and parking can be upgraded as well .

 

[God Yeah]

It is all quiet here but from what I can see Old Ivanhoe & Old Trinity are looking more than quietly confident.

OM's & Fitzroy don't seem to have lost too many, albeit a few of their best that will hurt, but should be in the finals mix unless they drop their bundle.

I'm expecting Carey to more than competitive, not as confident on Hampton. I think OG's will be solid again, Camberwell not sure and Willy could go either way.

My lads will have much more depth this year (and our Reserves will be competitive for the first time since 2022), picked up a few vets in Edwards & Bugg, no retirements and only a few left for suburban cash (only 1 who was in our best 22 I think).

Should be in the Finals Mix
Old Ivanhoe
Old Trinity
Old Melburnians
Fitzroy

Could go either way
Old Geelong
Old Carey
Caulfield

Could be in the Relegation Fight
Hampton Rovers
Old Camberwell
Williamstown

Surely Trinity the pick of the bunch, they were fingertips away from the Prem B GF and very unlucky to lose.

 

[Max Leader]

Surely Trinity the pick of the bunch, they were fingertips away from the Prem B GF and very unlucky to lose.

And if they didn’t make an administrative error, they may have got there.

Ie Finals Qualifiaction rules.

 

[Jascave]

One recommendation to make as far as 2025 Premier B season is concerned- no 6 day break for the team that has won the preliminary final.

On 5002X using BigFooty.com mobile app

 

[bedford]

One recommendation to make as far as 2025 Premier B season is concerned- no 6 day break for the team that has won the preliminary final.

On 5002X using BigFooty.com mobile app

But where should it be played

 

[Keano15]

Listened to some of the VAFA Podcast last night on B Grade
Sounds like the Manton boys have left Willy for Old Trinity & Old Brighton, and one of Willy's best mids will spend a fair chunk of time in the VFL. That doesn't help them.
OM's have lost a few and will rely on Unders coming through.
Fitzroy have lost one of their best, but have picked up some and they seemed bullish about them
The Podcast talked up Old Carey and Old Geelong a bit too
But the sense was Old Trinity was the pick

 

[Keano15]

Caulfield have confirmed that the Dirty Thirds are back after a 3 year hiatus

Should mean Reserves will be solid & forfeit free this season.

 

[Wild Thing]

Caulfield have confirmed that the Dirty Thirds are back after a 3 year hiatus

Should mean Reserves will be solid & forfeit free this season.

How does a club go from forfeiting some Reserves games (less than 40 available players) to having 3 sides (70+ players). That’s a big intake with minimal departures in 1 off season