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FAFL 360: Finals Week 3, 2023
Posted a year agoFAFL 360: Finals Week 3, 2023
Match Results:
First Preliminary Final:
Wellington Vipers 12.14 (86) defeated by Brisbane Brumbies 20.13 (133) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Second Preliminary Final:
Perth Ospreys 17.10 (112) defeated Orange Miners 13.13 (91) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Grand Final Week:
It’s always a long season with the FAFL but this season was even longer. A player’s strike threatened to end the season before it began but after a few months of protracted negotiations, A shortened season was back on the cards and after 17 rounds and Finals, We’re finally here. 2 teams left and one game to go, The 2023 FAFL Grand Final!
Grand Final Week is always a big deal and starting off the week was the 2023 C.J. Willing Trophy Count. There were a few Favorites going into this year’s count including Wellington’s Nina Hivers, Cairns’s Milo Yates, Adelaide’s Jay Samuelson and Gold Coast’s Brendan Murphy but in the end, There was only one player who take out the award and after finishing short in 2022, Brisbane’s Mile Nguyen would finally win the Willing with 20 votes. 2 ahead of Last Year’s Winner, Milo Yates with 18.
Nguyen would share a few words on the win and the upcoming Grand Final later in the week with Seagull’s Wes Kerry.
Mile Nguyen: “I feel honoured into winning the C.J. Willing Trophy for this season, I wanted to prove to the team that I could be a useful player when the opportunity was right.”
“I have plenty of years left in me of my playing career and I hope I can achieve some more, maybe another title trophy with the team. That’s the next goal of my career.”
Next up would be the Final Training Sessions for both teams during the week. While Perth would have a big Public Training Session at their training base in Lathlain on Tuesday, Due to the Brumbies taking the early trip to Melbourne straight after their win in Wellington due to the need to go through customs and having a trip already booked for Melbourne for the Willing Trophy either way, The Brumbies would have their final training session as a public session at Punt Road Oval in the shadow of the MCG on Wednesday while the Ospreys were taking the long air trip from Perth to Melbourne.
While fans local to Brisbane were disappointed with the news, The club promised to host the biggest party the FAFL has ever seen at their base in Springfield if they did pull off the win on Saturday Afternoon.
At the Lathlain session, The Ospreys players felt like Rock Stars.
*Cuts to crowd of passionate Perth fans singing the chorus of Australian Crawl’s Errol while holding up signs and jumpers of Errol Cook.*
Crowd: “Ohhhhh! Errol! I would give everything just to be like him!”
It would give young stars like Errol Cook and Yan Ishida chance to feel starstruck.
Errol Cook: “The one thing you can say about our fans is that while we might be a young fanbase, We’re just as passionate as any other club. They’ve been a big part of getting us here after willing us on during all the close games we’ve had this year. They truly make you feel like a superstar.”
Yan Ishida: “Well at first I even wondered if I'd crack the rotation so from there to one of the team's driving forces in this endeavour is...it feels surreal, almost like a best-selling Manga.”
*crowd cheers behind her and starts chanting her last name*
Meanwhile in Melbourne, Some at the Brumbies expressed their disappointment at not getting to stop over in Brisbane while others relished the opportunity to be in Melbourne for the entire week.
Alice Pitney: “It's been an absolute rush, having to train wherever could host us but we're making the best of it. Just keeping my head down and working hard as always. For the finals festivities, it feels great to be on center stage for once. Who knew that groundskeeping job in Collingwood would lead to this?”
Kirk Ryan: "Been around a few years now. Got used to the crazy schedules away in Fremantle. So I'll be fine, and the group's hanging in there. Once we got here, and assembled the crew, we got to work right fast on the things from last match. We know Perth are a strong, tough group. I got a friendly rivalry going with Akamai and Arthur. But we know we have the talent and the experience to win the premiership this time 'round."
When we got to Friday, It was finally time for the annual FAFL Grand Final Parade through Melbourne on route to the MCG and the FAFL Footy Festival in the nearby Yarra Park. Some players were overwhelmed by the occasion and the big crowd that had come to see them while others took it in stride and enjoyed the attention and admiration they were getting from the crowd like Perth’s Greg Brackson.
Greg Brackson: "As everyone knows, I'm very used to being in the limelight but this is one of the biggest moments of my life and I'm more than ready to do what I always do on the field, and that is giving my all! I love my fans, and I've even seen a couple of them stripe-dying to look like me! For the Grand Final, I'll be dying my stripes to be a slightly more shiny gold than the Perth colors, as I'm that confident that I will stand out on top and get that trophy. Just watch for me, I'll be pulling out all the stops at the Grand Final!"
While some were just surprised to be here this year like Perth’s Aron Wheeler.
Aron Wheeler: Well... it happened way sooner than I expected, than anyone us expected. But I'm really glad that we made it here. Many of us will play a Grand Final for the first time, so the nerves will be there. I personally feel like we got nothing to lose, even getting here was a big success. Just have to beat Brisbane again like we did in the Qualifying Final. We did it once, we can do it again.
Once the two teams had arrived to the stage in front of a massive crowd representing fans of both teams both captains would share a few words with Brisbane’s captain Lou-Lou Fry’s speech being the highlight.
Lou-Lou Fry: Since I took over as captain in 2021, We’ve had some ups and downs but I knew that the one thing I wanted to do was lead the team out onto the MCG for a Grand Final and thanks to the Brumbies faithful, I will be able to do that tomorrow. You have been with us all the way and if we lift up the cup tomorrow, It will be because you were there every step of the way. You lift us up like no other fanbase and I’m proud to represent the Orange and Blue of the Brumbies. We appreciate you guys coming all this way to see us, We hope to make you proud tomorrow. Thank You.”
Before both teams went back to their hotels for the long wait until the Grand Final, Both captains would lift up the cup in front of the crowd with both captains trying to not let go before the other captain did. And after a brief Press Conference with the two coaches, All there is left now is the long wait and the restless night until tomorrow when these 44 players play in what may be the biggest game they ever play in, The 2023 FAFL Grand Final.
2023 FAFL Award Winners:
2023 C.J. Willing Trophy Winner:
Mile Nguyen (Brisbane Brumbies)
2023 Jimmy Newman Medal for Best Rookie winners:
Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
2023 Michael “Bendy Bruce Medal winner:
Brendan Murphy (Gold Coast Dragons) – 67 goals
2023 Coach of the Year Winners:
Hunter Ambrose (Perth Ospreys)
Zoe Burnley (Brisbane Brumbies)
2023 Most Improved Player Winner:
Cobi Williams (Geelong Rush)
2023 Best Captain Winner:
Brett Sanchez (Wellington Vipers)
2023 Best Veteran Winner:
Brandon Thorton (Wellington Vipers)
2023 Best Interchange Player Winner:
Samir Patel (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
2023 Best International Player Winner:
Dee Ashcroft (Hobart Wolves)
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Rocco McManus (MID) – Kneeing Alfred Gurns (GEEL) – Returns: Round 1, 2024
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
East Sydney Roosters:
Hillary Rier (DEF) – Right MCL Knee (80 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Gold Coast Dragons:
Mark Jacotine (FWD) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Grand Final
Melbourne City Mariners:
Hewie Pearson (MID) – Kicking Joshua Thickscale – Returns: Round 2, 2024
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Perth Ospreys:
Taylor Sheridan (FWD) – Striking Taylor Howe (BRIS) – Returns: Grand Final or Round 1, 2024
Wellington Vipers:
Carmelita Toney (DEF) – Left AC Joint (70 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
This Week’s Games:
2023 FAFL Grand Final
Saturday November 18th:
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Perth Ospreys @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC
We wish both teams the best of luck on Saturday but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
First Preliminary Final:
Wellington Vipers 12.14 (86) defeated by Brisbane Brumbies 20.13 (133) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Second Preliminary Final:
Perth Ospreys 17.10 (112) defeated Orange Miners 13.13 (91) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Grand Final Week:
It’s always a long season with the FAFL but this season was even longer. A player’s strike threatened to end the season before it began but after a few months of protracted negotiations, A shortened season was back on the cards and after 17 rounds and Finals, We’re finally here. 2 teams left and one game to go, The 2023 FAFL Grand Final!
Grand Final Week is always a big deal and starting off the week was the 2023 C.J. Willing Trophy Count. There were a few Favorites going into this year’s count including Wellington’s Nina Hivers, Cairns’s Milo Yates, Adelaide’s Jay Samuelson and Gold Coast’s Brendan Murphy but in the end, There was only one player who take out the award and after finishing short in 2022, Brisbane’s Mile Nguyen would finally win the Willing with 20 votes. 2 ahead of Last Year’s Winner, Milo Yates with 18.
Nguyen would share a few words on the win and the upcoming Grand Final later in the week with Seagull’s Wes Kerry.
Mile Nguyen: “I feel honoured into winning the C.J. Willing Trophy for this season, I wanted to prove to the team that I could be a useful player when the opportunity was right.”
“I have plenty of years left in me of my playing career and I hope I can achieve some more, maybe another title trophy with the team. That’s the next goal of my career.”
Next up would be the Final Training Sessions for both teams during the week. While Perth would have a big Public Training Session at their training base in Lathlain on Tuesday, Due to the Brumbies taking the early trip to Melbourne straight after their win in Wellington due to the need to go through customs and having a trip already booked for Melbourne for the Willing Trophy either way, The Brumbies would have their final training session as a public session at Punt Road Oval in the shadow of the MCG on Wednesday while the Ospreys were taking the long air trip from Perth to Melbourne.
While fans local to Brisbane were disappointed with the news, The club promised to host the biggest party the FAFL has ever seen at their base in Springfield if they did pull off the win on Saturday Afternoon.
At the Lathlain session, The Ospreys players felt like Rock Stars.
*Cuts to crowd of passionate Perth fans singing the chorus of Australian Crawl’s Errol while holding up signs and jumpers of Errol Cook.*
Crowd: “Ohhhhh! Errol! I would give everything just to be like him!”
It would give young stars like Errol Cook and Yan Ishida chance to feel starstruck.
Errol Cook: “The one thing you can say about our fans is that while we might be a young fanbase, We’re just as passionate as any other club. They’ve been a big part of getting us here after willing us on during all the close games we’ve had this year. They truly make you feel like a superstar.”
Yan Ishida: “Well at first I even wondered if I'd crack the rotation so from there to one of the team's driving forces in this endeavour is...it feels surreal, almost like a best-selling Manga.”
*crowd cheers behind her and starts chanting her last name*
Meanwhile in Melbourne, Some at the Brumbies expressed their disappointment at not getting to stop over in Brisbane while others relished the opportunity to be in Melbourne for the entire week.
Alice Pitney: “It's been an absolute rush, having to train wherever could host us but we're making the best of it. Just keeping my head down and working hard as always. For the finals festivities, it feels great to be on center stage for once. Who knew that groundskeeping job in Collingwood would lead to this?”
Kirk Ryan: "Been around a few years now. Got used to the crazy schedules away in Fremantle. So I'll be fine, and the group's hanging in there. Once we got here, and assembled the crew, we got to work right fast on the things from last match. We know Perth are a strong, tough group. I got a friendly rivalry going with Akamai and Arthur. But we know we have the talent and the experience to win the premiership this time 'round."
When we got to Friday, It was finally time for the annual FAFL Grand Final Parade through Melbourne on route to the MCG and the FAFL Footy Festival in the nearby Yarra Park. Some players were overwhelmed by the occasion and the big crowd that had come to see them while others took it in stride and enjoyed the attention and admiration they were getting from the crowd like Perth’s Greg Brackson.
Greg Brackson: "As everyone knows, I'm very used to being in the limelight but this is one of the biggest moments of my life and I'm more than ready to do what I always do on the field, and that is giving my all! I love my fans, and I've even seen a couple of them stripe-dying to look like me! For the Grand Final, I'll be dying my stripes to be a slightly more shiny gold than the Perth colors, as I'm that confident that I will stand out on top and get that trophy. Just watch for me, I'll be pulling out all the stops at the Grand Final!"
While some were just surprised to be here this year like Perth’s Aron Wheeler.
Aron Wheeler: Well... it happened way sooner than I expected, than anyone us expected. But I'm really glad that we made it here. Many of us will play a Grand Final for the first time, so the nerves will be there. I personally feel like we got nothing to lose, even getting here was a big success. Just have to beat Brisbane again like we did in the Qualifying Final. We did it once, we can do it again.
Once the two teams had arrived to the stage in front of a massive crowd representing fans of both teams both captains would share a few words with Brisbane’s captain Lou-Lou Fry’s speech being the highlight.
Lou-Lou Fry: Since I took over as captain in 2021, We’ve had some ups and downs but I knew that the one thing I wanted to do was lead the team out onto the MCG for a Grand Final and thanks to the Brumbies faithful, I will be able to do that tomorrow. You have been with us all the way and if we lift up the cup tomorrow, It will be because you were there every step of the way. You lift us up like no other fanbase and I’m proud to represent the Orange and Blue of the Brumbies. We appreciate you guys coming all this way to see us, We hope to make you proud tomorrow. Thank You.”
Before both teams went back to their hotels for the long wait until the Grand Final, Both captains would lift up the cup in front of the crowd with both captains trying to not let go before the other captain did. And after a brief Press Conference with the two coaches, All there is left now is the long wait and the restless night until tomorrow when these 44 players play in what may be the biggest game they ever play in, The 2023 FAFL Grand Final.
2023 FAFL Award Winners:
2023 C.J. Willing Trophy Winner:
Mile Nguyen (Brisbane Brumbies)
2023 Jimmy Newman Medal for Best Rookie winners:
Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
2023 Michael “Bendy Bruce Medal winner:
Brendan Murphy (Gold Coast Dragons) – 67 goals
2023 Coach of the Year Winners:
Hunter Ambrose (Perth Ospreys)
Zoe Burnley (Brisbane Brumbies)
2023 Most Improved Player Winner:
Cobi Williams (Geelong Rush)
2023 Best Captain Winner:
Brett Sanchez (Wellington Vipers)
2023 Best Veteran Winner:
Brandon Thorton (Wellington Vipers)
2023 Best Interchange Player Winner:
Samir Patel (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
2023 Best International Player Winner:
Dee Ashcroft (Hobart Wolves)
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Rocco McManus (MID) – Kneeing Alfred Gurns (GEEL) – Returns: Round 1, 2024
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
East Sydney Roosters:
Hillary Rier (DEF) – Right MCL Knee (80 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Gold Coast Dragons:
Mark Jacotine (FWD) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Grand Final
Melbourne City Mariners:
Hewie Pearson (MID) – Kicking Joshua Thickscale – Returns: Round 2, 2024
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Perth Ospreys:
Taylor Sheridan (FWD) – Striking Taylor Howe (BRIS) – Returns: Grand Final or Round 1, 2024
Wellington Vipers:
Carmelita Toney (DEF) – Left AC Joint (70 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
This Week’s Games:
2023 FAFL Grand Final
Saturday November 18th:
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Perth Ospreys @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC
We wish both teams the best of luck on Saturday but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Finals Week 2, 2023
Posted a year agoFAFL 360: Finals Week 2, 2023
Match Results:
First Semi Final:
Brisbane Brumbies 16.8 (104) defeated Adelaide Butcherbirds 5.6 (36) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Second Semi Final:
Orange Miners 15.15 (105) defeated Gold Coast Dragons 8.17 (65) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
2023 Jimmy Newman Medal and FAFLPA Award Nominees:
Jimmy Newman Medal for Best Rookie:
Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Fallshcrim Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Most Improved Player:
Cobi Williams (Geelong Rush)
Justina Henry (Orange Miners)
Radhika Saxena (Fremantle Panthers)
Raven Stringer (Cairns Corals)
Rosa Powers (Melbourne City Mariners)
Coach of the Year:
Hunter Ambrose (Perth Osperys)
Kelli Jennings (Wellington Vipers)
Rupert Dewsi (Orange Miners)
Tarni Campbell (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Zoe Burnley (Brisbane Brumbies)
Best Captain:
Brett Sanchez (Wellington Vipers)
Douglas Guillen (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Lou-Lou Fry (Brisbane Brumbies)
Matthew Blake (Gold Coast Dragons)
Piero Abatangelo (Perth Ospreys)
Best Veteran Player:
Aiden Edison (Geelong Rush)
Brandon Thorton (Wellington Vipers)
James Reid (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Steve Beale (Perth Ospreys)
Willy Kellogg (Cairns Corals)
Best Interchange Player:
Brodie Woods (Wellington Vipers)
Jasper Wendell (Darwin Storm)
Niles Hobbs (East Sydney Roosters)
Samir Patel (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Sarah Dawson (Cairns Corals)
Best International Player:
Dee Ashcroft (Hobart Wolves)
Gunārs Krūmiņš (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Hellä Venäläinen (Cairns Corals)
Jay Samuelson (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Zach Everett (Wellington Vipers)
Winners will be announced during the 2023 C.J. Willing Trophy Count.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
Round 14: Demari Cook (Geelong Rush)
Round 15: Darrah Ashlee (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 16: Ethan Cobb (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 17: Isaiah O’Neal (Wellington Vipers)
2023 Michael “Bendy Bruce Medal winner:
Brendan Murphy (Gold Coast Dragons) – 67 goals
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Rocco McManus (MID) – Kneeing Alfred Gurns (GEEL) – Returns: Round 1, 2024
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
East Sydney Roosters:
Hillary Rier (DEF) – Right MCL Knee (80 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Gold Coast Dragons:
Mark Jacotine (FWD) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Grand Final
Melbourne City Mariners:
Hewie Pearson (MID) – Kicking Joshua Thickscale – Returns: Round 2, 2024
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Perth Ospreys:
Taylor Sheridan (FWD) – Striking Taylor Howe (BRIS) – Returns: Grand Final or Round 1, 2024
Wellington Vipers:
Carmelita Toney (DEF) – Left AC Joint (70 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
This Week’s Games:
Week 3: Preliminary Finals
First Preliminary Final:
Friday November 10th:
Wellington Vipers vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ (night)
Second Preliminary Final:
Saturday November 11th:
Perth Ospreys vs. Orange Miners @ Perth Stadium in Perth, WA
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
First Semi Final:
Brisbane Brumbies 16.8 (104) defeated Adelaide Butcherbirds 5.6 (36) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Second Semi Final:
Orange Miners 15.15 (105) defeated Gold Coast Dragons 8.17 (65) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
2023 Jimmy Newman Medal and FAFLPA Award Nominees:
Jimmy Newman Medal for Best Rookie:
Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Fallshcrim Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Most Improved Player:
Cobi Williams (Geelong Rush)
Justina Henry (Orange Miners)
Radhika Saxena (Fremantle Panthers)
Raven Stringer (Cairns Corals)
Rosa Powers (Melbourne City Mariners)
Coach of the Year:
Hunter Ambrose (Perth Osperys)
Kelli Jennings (Wellington Vipers)
Rupert Dewsi (Orange Miners)
Tarni Campbell (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Zoe Burnley (Brisbane Brumbies)
Best Captain:
Brett Sanchez (Wellington Vipers)
Douglas Guillen (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Lou-Lou Fry (Brisbane Brumbies)
Matthew Blake (Gold Coast Dragons)
Piero Abatangelo (Perth Ospreys)
Best Veteran Player:
Aiden Edison (Geelong Rush)
Brandon Thorton (Wellington Vipers)
James Reid (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Steve Beale (Perth Ospreys)
Willy Kellogg (Cairns Corals)
Best Interchange Player:
Brodie Woods (Wellington Vipers)
Jasper Wendell (Darwin Storm)
Niles Hobbs (East Sydney Roosters)
Samir Patel (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Sarah Dawson (Cairns Corals)
Best International Player:
Dee Ashcroft (Hobart Wolves)
Gunārs Krūmiņš (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Hellä Venäläinen (Cairns Corals)
Jay Samuelson (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Zach Everett (Wellington Vipers)
Winners will be announced during the 2023 C.J. Willing Trophy Count.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
Round 14: Demari Cook (Geelong Rush)
Round 15: Darrah Ashlee (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 16: Ethan Cobb (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 17: Isaiah O’Neal (Wellington Vipers)
2023 Michael “Bendy Bruce Medal winner:
Brendan Murphy (Gold Coast Dragons) – 67 goals
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Rocco McManus (MID) – Kneeing Alfred Gurns (GEEL) – Returns: Round 1, 2024
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
East Sydney Roosters:
Hillary Rier (DEF) – Right MCL Knee (80 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Gold Coast Dragons:
Mark Jacotine (FWD) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Grand Final
Melbourne City Mariners:
Hewie Pearson (MID) – Kicking Joshua Thickscale – Returns: Round 2, 2024
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Perth Ospreys:
Taylor Sheridan (FWD) – Striking Taylor Howe (BRIS) – Returns: Grand Final or Round 1, 2024
Wellington Vipers:
Carmelita Toney (DEF) – Left AC Joint (70 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
This Week’s Games:
Week 3: Preliminary Finals
First Preliminary Final:
Friday November 10th:
Wellington Vipers vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ (night)
Second Preliminary Final:
Saturday November 11th:
Perth Ospreys vs. Orange Miners @ Perth Stadium in Perth, WA
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Finals Week 1, 2023
Posted a year agoFAFL 360: Finals Week 1, 2023
Match Results:
First Qualifying Final:
Brisbane Brumbies 11.7 (73) lost to Perth Ospreys 12.3 (75) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
First Elimination Final:
Adelaide Butcherbirds 19.15 (129) defeated Geelong Rush 12.7 (79) at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Second Qualifying Final:
Orange Miners 17.10 (112) lost to Wellington Vipers 25.8 (158) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Second Elimination Final:
Gold Coast Dragons 13.19 (97) defeated Cairns Corals 10.14 (74) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
2023 Jimmy Newman Medal and FAFLPA Award Nominees:
Jimmy Newman Medal for Best Rookie:
Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Fallshcrim Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Most Improved Player:
Cobi Williams (Geelong Rush)
Justina Henry (Orange Miners)
Radhika Saxena (Fremantle Panthers)
Raven Stringer (Cairns Corals)
Rosa Powers (Melbourne City Mariners)
Coach of the Year:
Hunter Ambrose (Perth Osperys)
Kelli Jennings (Wellington Vipers)
Rupert Dewsi (Orange Miners)
Tarni Campbell (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Zoe Burnley (Brisbane Brumbies)
Best Captain:
Brett Sanchez (Wellington Vipers)
Douglas Guillen (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Lou-Lou Fry (Brisbane Brumbies)
Matthew Blake (Gold Coast Dragons)
Piero Abatangelo (Perth Ospreys)
Best Veteran Player:
Aiden Edison (Geelong Rush)
Brandon Thorton (Wellington Vipers)
James Reid (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Steve Beale (Perth Ospreys)
Willy Kellogg (Cairns Corals)
Best Interchange Player:
Brodie Woods (Wellington Vipers)
Jasper Wendell (Darwin Storm)
Niles Hobbs (East Sydney Roosters)
Samir Patel (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Sarah Dawson (Cairns Corals)
Best International Player:
Dee Ashcroft (Hobart Wolves)
Gunārs Krūmiņš (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Hellä Venäläinen (Cairns Corals)
Jay Samuelson (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Zach Everett (Wellington Vipers)
Winners will be announced during the 2023 C.J. Willing Trophy Count.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
Round 14: Demari Cook (Geelong Rush)
Round 15: Darrah Ashlee (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 16: Ethan Cobb (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 17: Isaiah O’Neal (Wellington Vipers)
2023 Michael “Bendy" Bruce Medal winner:
Brendan Murphy (Gold Coast Dragons) – 67 goals
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Annita Huskey (FWD) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Douglas Guillen (FWD) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Rocco McManus (MID) – Kneeing Alfred Gurns (GEEL) – Returns: Finals Week 3 or Round 1, 2024
Cairns Corals:
Steven McKnight (DEF) – Right Buttock (7 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
East Sydney Roosters:
Hillary Rier (DEF) – Right MCL Knee (80 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Gold Coast Dragons:
Mark Jacotine (FWD) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Grand Final
Melbourne City Mariners:
Hewie Pearson (MID) – Kicking Joshua Thickscale – Returns: Round 2, 2024
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Perth Ospreys:
Errol Cook (MID) – Right Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Kofi Mwangi (DEF) – Right Arm (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Taylor Sheridan (FWD) – Striking Taylor Howe (BRIS) – Returns: Grand Final or Round 1, 2024
Wellington Vipers:
Cameron Greenwell (DEF) – Left Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Carmelita Toney (DEF) – Left AC Joint (70 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
This Week’s Games:
Week 2: Semi Finals
First Semi Final:
Friday November 3rd:
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD (night)
Second Semi Final:
Saturday November 4th:
Orange Miners vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW (night)
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
First Qualifying Final:
Brisbane Brumbies 11.7 (73) lost to Perth Ospreys 12.3 (75) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
First Elimination Final:
Adelaide Butcherbirds 19.15 (129) defeated Geelong Rush 12.7 (79) at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Second Qualifying Final:
Orange Miners 17.10 (112) lost to Wellington Vipers 25.8 (158) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Second Elimination Final:
Gold Coast Dragons 13.19 (97) defeated Cairns Corals 10.14 (74) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
2023 Jimmy Newman Medal and FAFLPA Award Nominees:
Jimmy Newman Medal for Best Rookie:
Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Fallshcrim Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Most Improved Player:
Cobi Williams (Geelong Rush)
Justina Henry (Orange Miners)
Radhika Saxena (Fremantle Panthers)
Raven Stringer (Cairns Corals)
Rosa Powers (Melbourne City Mariners)
Coach of the Year:
Hunter Ambrose (Perth Osperys)
Kelli Jennings (Wellington Vipers)
Rupert Dewsi (Orange Miners)
Tarni Campbell (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Zoe Burnley (Brisbane Brumbies)
Best Captain:
Brett Sanchez (Wellington Vipers)
Douglas Guillen (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Lou-Lou Fry (Brisbane Brumbies)
Matthew Blake (Gold Coast Dragons)
Piero Abatangelo (Perth Ospreys)
Best Veteran Player:
Aiden Edison (Geelong Rush)
Brandon Thorton (Wellington Vipers)
James Reid (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Steve Beale (Perth Ospreys)
Willy Kellogg (Cairns Corals)
Best Interchange Player:
Brodie Woods (Wellington Vipers)
Jasper Wendell (Darwin Storm)
Niles Hobbs (East Sydney Roosters)
Samir Patel (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Sarah Dawson (Cairns Corals)
Best International Player:
Dee Ashcroft (Hobart Wolves)
Gunārs Krūmiņš (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Hellä Venäläinen (Cairns Corals)
Jay Samuelson (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Zach Everett (Wellington Vipers)
Winners will be announced during the 2023 C.J. Willing Trophy Count.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
Round 14: Demari Cook (Geelong Rush)
Round 15: Darrah Ashlee (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 16: Ethan Cobb (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 17: Isaiah O’Neal (Wellington Vipers)
2023 Michael “Bendy" Bruce Medal winner:
Brendan Murphy (Gold Coast Dragons) – 67 goals
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Annita Huskey (FWD) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Douglas Guillen (FWD) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Rocco McManus (MID) – Kneeing Alfred Gurns (GEEL) – Returns: Finals Week 3 or Round 1, 2024
Cairns Corals:
Steven McKnight (DEF) – Right Buttock (7 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
East Sydney Roosters:
Hillary Rier (DEF) – Right MCL Knee (80 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Gold Coast Dragons:
Mark Jacotine (FWD) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Grand Final
Melbourne City Mariners:
Hewie Pearson (MID) – Kicking Joshua Thickscale – Returns: Round 2, 2024
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Perth Ospreys:
Errol Cook (MID) – Right Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Kofi Mwangi (DEF) – Right Arm (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Taylor Sheridan (FWD) – Striking Taylor Howe (BRIS) – Returns: Grand Final or Round 1, 2024
Wellington Vipers:
Cameron Greenwell (DEF) – Left Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Carmelita Toney (DEF) – Left AC Joint (70 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
This Week’s Games:
Week 2: Semi Finals
First Semi Final:
Friday November 3rd:
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD (night)
Second Semi Final:
Saturday November 4th:
Orange Miners vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW (night)
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 17, 2023
Posted a year agoFAFL 360: Round 17, 2023
Match Results:
Melbourne 16.10 (106) defeated Melbourne City 13.13 (91) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Perth 17.16 (118) defeated Hobart 15.10 (100) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Brisbane 19.15 (129) defeated Adelaide 18.12 (120) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Geelong 14.14 (98) defeated East Sydney 12.4 (76) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Wellington 15.12 (102) defeated Gold Coast 12.14 (86) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Fremantle 12.6 (78) defeated by Orange 15.16 (106) at Fremantle Oval in Fremantle, WA.
Cairns 14.10 (94) defeated by Darwin 17.13 (115) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
Round 14: Demari Cook (Geelong Rush)
Round 15: Darrah Ashlee (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 16: Ethan Cobb (Gold Coast Dragons)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 17: Isaiah O’Neal (Wellington Vipers)
For some players, It can take all season for a team to take notice of them or to even give them a proper shot in the team. For Isaiah O’Neal, It was a slow grind of being brought into the squad as an interchange player, being dropped the next week, Rinse and Repeat. But the injury to a major player for the Vipers in Carmelita Toney gave Isaiah his big break.
Against the Gold Coast Dragons, Isaiah was vital for the Vipers as not only was he able to keep top forwards like Brendan Murphy from having a major impact on the game but he was able to be the main defence for the Vipers thanks to his unorthodox playing style. This would lead to O’Neal having 23 disposals, 14 marks and 3 tackles in the win and setting up his place in Wellington’s side going forward and after a hard year, Things seem to be finally coming up roses for Isaiah O’Neal and that is why he is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 17!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 67
2. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 57
=3. Douglas Guillien (ADEL) – 53
=3. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 53
5. Lula Millward (CAI) – 51
6. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 49
7. Jonathan Van Middlesworth (GCD) – 48
8. Liam King (ORA) – 47
9. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 46
10. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 45
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Annita Huskey (FWD) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Douglas Guillen (FWD) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
East Sydney Roosters:
Faith St. Clair (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Hillary Rier (DEF) – Right MCL Knee (80 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Fremantle Panthers:
Colin Traveston (FWD) – Left Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Gold Coast Dragons:
Brittany Darby (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Melbourne City Mariners:
Hewie Pearson (MID) – Kicking Joshua Thickscale – Returns: Round 2, 2024
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Perth Ospreys:
Kofi Mwangi (DEF) – Right Arm (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Wellington Vipers:
Cameron Greenwell (DEF) – Left Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Carmelita Toney (DEF) – Left AC Joint (70 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
This Week’s Games:
Finals Week 1: Qualifying and Elimination Finals | October 27 – October 29
First Qualifying Final:
Friday October 27th:
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Perth Ospreys @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD (night)
First Elimination Final:
Saturday October 28th:
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Geelong Rush @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA
Second Qualifying Final:
Saturday October 28th:
Orange Miners vs. Wellington Vipers @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW (night)
Second Elimination Final:
Sunday October 29th:
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Cairns Corals @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Melbourne 16.10 (106) defeated Melbourne City 13.13 (91) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Perth 17.16 (118) defeated Hobart 15.10 (100) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Brisbane 19.15 (129) defeated Adelaide 18.12 (120) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Geelong 14.14 (98) defeated East Sydney 12.4 (76) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Wellington 15.12 (102) defeated Gold Coast 12.14 (86) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Fremantle 12.6 (78) defeated by Orange 15.16 (106) at Fremantle Oval in Fremantle, WA.
Cairns 14.10 (94) defeated by Darwin 17.13 (115) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
Round 14: Demari Cook (Geelong Rush)
Round 15: Darrah Ashlee (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 16: Ethan Cobb (Gold Coast Dragons)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 17: Isaiah O’Neal (Wellington Vipers)
For some players, It can take all season for a team to take notice of them or to even give them a proper shot in the team. For Isaiah O’Neal, It was a slow grind of being brought into the squad as an interchange player, being dropped the next week, Rinse and Repeat. But the injury to a major player for the Vipers in Carmelita Toney gave Isaiah his big break.
Against the Gold Coast Dragons, Isaiah was vital for the Vipers as not only was he able to keep top forwards like Brendan Murphy from having a major impact on the game but he was able to be the main defence for the Vipers thanks to his unorthodox playing style. This would lead to O’Neal having 23 disposals, 14 marks and 3 tackles in the win and setting up his place in Wellington’s side going forward and after a hard year, Things seem to be finally coming up roses for Isaiah O’Neal and that is why he is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 17!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 67
2. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 57
=3. Douglas Guillien (ADEL) – 53
=3. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 53
5. Lula Millward (CAI) – 51
6. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 49
7. Jonathan Van Middlesworth (GCD) – 48
8. Liam King (ORA) – 47
9. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 46
10. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 45
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Annita Huskey (FWD) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Douglas Guillen (FWD) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
East Sydney Roosters:
Faith St. Clair (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Hillary Rier (DEF) – Right MCL Knee (80 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Fremantle Panthers:
Colin Traveston (FWD) – Left Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Gold Coast Dragons:
Brittany Darby (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Melbourne City Mariners:
Hewie Pearson (MID) – Kicking Joshua Thickscale – Returns: Round 2, 2024
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
Perth Ospreys:
Kofi Mwangi (DEF) – Right Arm (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Wellington Vipers:
Cameron Greenwell (DEF) – Left Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Carmelita Toney (DEF) – Left AC Joint (70 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
This Week’s Games:
Finals Week 1: Qualifying and Elimination Finals | October 27 – October 29
First Qualifying Final:
Friday October 27th:
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Perth Ospreys @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD (night)
First Elimination Final:
Saturday October 28th:
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Geelong Rush @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA
Second Qualifying Final:
Saturday October 28th:
Orange Miners vs. Wellington Vipers @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW (night)
Second Elimination Final:
Sunday October 29th:
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Cairns Corals @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 16, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 16, 2023
Match Results:
Darwin 10.12 (72) lost to Gold Coast 15.13 (103) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
Cairns 19.13 (127) defeated Wellington 14.8 (92) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Adelaide 18.22 (130) defeated Perth 9.5 (59) at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
East Sydney 18.15 (123) defeated Fremantle 12.10 (82) at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
Round 14: Demari Cook (Geelong Rush)
Round 15: Darrah Ashlee (Gold Coast Dragons)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 16: Ethan Cobb (Gold Coast Dragons)
Sometimes, It’s the players you didn’t expect to have a massive impact when drafted who end up having the biggest impact of all. A lot of people didn’t expect Ethan Cobb to have much of an impact in the FAFL when he was drafted by the Gold Coast Dragons but Cobb has really surprised a lot of people this season when he stepped up to replace the injured Rachel Boseman who was out with a long-term injury. The stint went so well that Cobb was able to stay in the squad when Boseman came back.
When Charlie Waldroup went down with an injury during the Dragons game against the Storm, Gold Coast knew who to call on and Ethan has shown why he’s been a valued contributor to the Dragons in Season 2023. With 18 disposals, 8 marks and 4 tackles, He was not only able to help the Dragons score a win but also snagged the Jimmy Newman Medal Nomination for Round 16.
Hopefully Ethan can continue his positive momentum and continue to pave his way forward in the FAFL.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 66
2. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 54
3. Douglas Guillien (ADEL) – 53
4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 48
5. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 47
=6. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 45
=6. Jonathan Van Middlesworth (GCD) – 45
=8. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 44
=8. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 44
=10. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 43
=10. Tom Hughson (ESR) – 43
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Annita Huskey (FWD) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Fremantle Panthers:
Selma Linville (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Colin Traveston (FWD) – Left Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Geelong Rush:
Gregory Perkins (DEF) – Striking Brendan Murphy (GCD) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Gold Coast Dragons:
Ryley Hunter (FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Andrew Blackman (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Charlie Waldroup (DEF) – Right Quad Muscle (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Brittany Darby (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Hobart Wolves:
Zandra Strange (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Wolfe Hayward (FWD) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Lexie Strickland (MID) – Striking Lido Smith (BRIS) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: 2024
Wellington Vipers:
Carmelita Toney (DEF) – Left AC Joint (70 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
This Week’s Games:
Round 17 | October 19 – October 22
Thursday, October 19th
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [night]
Friday, October 20th
Perth Ospreys vs. Hobart Wolves @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Saturday, October 21st
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD
Geelong Rush vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC [twilight]
Wellington Vipers vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [night]
Sunday, October 22nd
Fremantle Panthers vs. Orange Miners @ Fremantle Oval, Fremantle WA
Cairns Corals vs. Darwin Storm @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Darwin 10.12 (72) lost to Gold Coast 15.13 (103) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
Cairns 19.13 (127) defeated Wellington 14.8 (92) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Adelaide 18.22 (130) defeated Perth 9.5 (59) at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
East Sydney 18.15 (123) defeated Fremantle 12.10 (82) at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
Round 14: Demari Cook (Geelong Rush)
Round 15: Darrah Ashlee (Gold Coast Dragons)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 16: Ethan Cobb (Gold Coast Dragons)
Sometimes, It’s the players you didn’t expect to have a massive impact when drafted who end up having the biggest impact of all. A lot of people didn’t expect Ethan Cobb to have much of an impact in the FAFL when he was drafted by the Gold Coast Dragons but Cobb has really surprised a lot of people this season when he stepped up to replace the injured Rachel Boseman who was out with a long-term injury. The stint went so well that Cobb was able to stay in the squad when Boseman came back.
When Charlie Waldroup went down with an injury during the Dragons game against the Storm, Gold Coast knew who to call on and Ethan has shown why he’s been a valued contributor to the Dragons in Season 2023. With 18 disposals, 8 marks and 4 tackles, He was not only able to help the Dragons score a win but also snagged the Jimmy Newman Medal Nomination for Round 16.
Hopefully Ethan can continue his positive momentum and continue to pave his way forward in the FAFL.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 66
2. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 54
3. Douglas Guillien (ADEL) – 53
4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 48
5. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 47
=6. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 45
=6. Jonathan Van Middlesworth (GCD) – 45
=8. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 44
=8. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 44
=10. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 43
=10. Tom Hughson (ESR) – 43
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Annita Huskey (FWD) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 3
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Fremantle Panthers:
Selma Linville (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Colin Traveston (FWD) – Left Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Geelong Rush:
Gregory Perkins (DEF) – Striking Brendan Murphy (GCD) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Gold Coast Dragons:
Ryley Hunter (FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Andrew Blackman (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Charlie Waldroup (DEF) – Right Quad Muscle (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Brittany Darby (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Hobart Wolves:
Zandra Strange (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Wolfe Hayward (FWD) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Lexie Strickland (MID) – Striking Lido Smith (BRIS) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: 2024
Wellington Vipers:
Carmelita Toney (DEF) – Left AC Joint (70 Days) – Returns: Season 2024
This Week’s Games:
Round 17 | October 19 – October 22
Thursday, October 19th
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [night]
Friday, October 20th
Perth Ospreys vs. Hobart Wolves @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Saturday, October 21st
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD
Geelong Rush vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC [twilight]
Wellington Vipers vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [night]
Sunday, October 22nd
Fremantle Panthers vs. Orange Miners @ Fremantle Oval, Fremantle WA
Cairns Corals vs. Darwin Storm @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 15, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 15, 2023
Match Results:
Brisbane 24.11 (155) defeated Hobart 10.13 (73) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Gold Coast 21.20 (146) defeated Geelong 8.5 (53) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Perth 21.10 (136) defeated Melbourne City 16.7 (103) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
East Sydney 30.22 (202) defeated Orange 13.11 (89) at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Melbourne 12.17 (89) defeated Fremantle 11.11 (77) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
Round 14: Demari Cook (Geelong Rush)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 15: Darrah Ashlee (Gold Coast Dragons)
If there is one thing that has defined the Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023 is that most of them have been from a cluster of just a few teams. Teams like Perth, Geelong, Brisbane and Hobart have had two or more rookies nominated this season while teams like Cairns, Darwin and Fremantle have yet to see a rookie of theirs get nominated this season. This week, A team that has yet to get a nominee this year will join the list as Gold Coast would see one of their rookies nominated for the award.
Thanks to their effort against Geelong that included 10 disposals, 2 marks, 1 goal and 5 tackles, Darrah Ashlee has joined the list of her fellow Rookies and earned the Jimmy Newman Medal nomination for Round 15!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 64
2. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 52
3. Douglas Guillien (ADEL) – 48
=4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 44
=4. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 44
=4. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 44
7. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 43
=8. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 42
=8. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 42
=8. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 42
=8. Liam King (ORA) – 42
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Dirk Coleman (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Fremantle Panthers:
Michael Gouda (RUCK) – Neck Sprain (7 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Selma Linville (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Colin Traveston (FWD) – Left Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Geelong Rush:
Leigh Adamle (DEF) – Striking Jesse McGrew (CAI) – Returns: Round 17
Gregory Perkins (DEF) – Striking Brendan Murphy (GCD) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Gold Coast Dragons:
Ryley Hunter (FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Hobart Wolves:
Dee Ashcroft (DEF) – Left Calf (21 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Zandra Strange (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Wolfe Hayward (FWD) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Lexie Strickland (MID) – Striking Lido Smith (BRIS) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Orange Miners:
Armin Fingle (DEF) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: 2024
Wellington Vipers:
Gill Rowland (DEF) – Striking Sam Sergeant (MELB) – Returns: Round 17
This Week’s Games:
Round 16 | October 13 – October 15
Friday, October 13th
Darwin Storm vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Mararra Oval, Darwin NT [night]
Saturday, October 14th
Cairns Corals vs. Wellington Vipers @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Perth Ospreys @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA [night]
Sunday, October 15th
East Sydney Roosters vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW
Bye: Brisbane Brumbies, Geelong Rush, Hobart Wolves, Melbourne City Mariners, Melbourne Hammerheads, Orange Miners.
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Brisbane 24.11 (155) defeated Hobart 10.13 (73) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Gold Coast 21.20 (146) defeated Geelong 8.5 (53) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Perth 21.10 (136) defeated Melbourne City 16.7 (103) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
East Sydney 30.22 (202) defeated Orange 13.11 (89) at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Melbourne 12.17 (89) defeated Fremantle 11.11 (77) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
Round 14: Demari Cook (Geelong Rush)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 15: Darrah Ashlee (Gold Coast Dragons)
If there is one thing that has defined the Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023 is that most of them have been from a cluster of just a few teams. Teams like Perth, Geelong, Brisbane and Hobart have had two or more rookies nominated this season while teams like Cairns, Darwin and Fremantle have yet to see a rookie of theirs get nominated this season. This week, A team that has yet to get a nominee this year will join the list as Gold Coast would see one of their rookies nominated for the award.
Thanks to their effort against Geelong that included 10 disposals, 2 marks, 1 goal and 5 tackles, Darrah Ashlee has joined the list of her fellow Rookies and earned the Jimmy Newman Medal nomination for Round 15!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 64
2. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 52
3. Douglas Guillien (ADEL) – 48
=4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 44
=4. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 44
=4. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 44
7. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 43
=8. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 42
=8. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 42
=8. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 42
=8. Liam King (ORA) – 42
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Dirk Coleman (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Fremantle Panthers:
Michael Gouda (RUCK) – Neck Sprain (7 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Selma Linville (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Colin Traveston (FWD) – Left Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Geelong Rush:
Leigh Adamle (DEF) – Striking Jesse McGrew (CAI) – Returns: Round 17
Gregory Perkins (DEF) – Striking Brendan Murphy (GCD) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Gold Coast Dragons:
Ryley Hunter (FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Hobart Wolves:
Dee Ashcroft (DEF) – Left Calf (21 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Zandra Strange (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Wolfe Hayward (FWD) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Lexie Strickland (MID) – Striking Lido Smith (BRIS) – Returns: Finals Week 1
Orange Miners:
Armin Fingle (DEF) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: 2024
Wellington Vipers:
Gill Rowland (DEF) – Striking Sam Sergeant (MELB) – Returns: Round 17
This Week’s Games:
Round 16 | October 13 – October 15
Friday, October 13th
Darwin Storm vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Mararra Oval, Darwin NT [night]
Saturday, October 14th
Cairns Corals vs. Wellington Vipers @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Perth Ospreys @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA [night]
Sunday, October 15th
East Sydney Roosters vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW
Bye: Brisbane Brumbies, Geelong Rush, Hobart Wolves, Melbourne City Mariners, Melbourne Hammerheads, Orange Miners.
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 14, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 14, 2023
Match Results:
Melbourne City 14.15 (99) lost to Brisbane 16.14 (110) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Geelong 14.14 (98) lost to Cairns 21.16 (142) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Wellington 13.7 (85) lost to Darwin 19.8 (122) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Hobart 9.12 (66) lost to Adelaide 15.12 (102) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Orange 22.12 (144) defeated Melbourne 7.11 (53) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 14: Demari Cook (Geelong Rush)
In a week where a few players could have won the nomination due to quiet but impactful performances, there was one player that was able to get himself noticed and joined his cousin as players to be nominated for the Jimmy Newman Medal in Season 2023.
With 13 disposals, 2 marks, 5 tackles and 16 hitouts, It is of course Geelong’s Demari Cook and he is the Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for Round 14!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 57
2. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 48
3. Lula Millward (CAI) – 44
=4. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 43
=4. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 43
=6. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 42
=6. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 42
=6. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 42
=6. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 42
10. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 39
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Gunārs Krūmiņš (RUCK) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 16
Dirk Coleman (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Geelong Rush:
Leigh Adamle (DEF) – Striking Jesse McGrew (CAI) – Returns: Round 17
Hobart Wolves:
Dee Ashcroft (DEF) – Left Calf (21 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Orange Miners:
Armin Fingle (DEF) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: 2024
Perth Ospreys:
Ricky Sanderson (DEF) – Striking Katherine Slater (DAR) – Returns: Round 16
Piero Abatangelo (DEF) – Striking Katherine Slater (DAR) – Returns: Round 16
Wellington Vipers:
Zach Everett (RUCK) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 16
Gill Rowland (DEF) – Striking Sam Sergeant (MELB) – Returns: Round 17
This Week’s Games:
Round 15 | October 6 – October 8
Friday, October 6th
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Hobart Wolves @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD [night]
Saturday, October 7th
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Geelong Rush @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD
Perth Ospreys vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Sunday, October 8th
East Sydney Roosters vs. Orange Miners @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [twilight]
Bye: Adelaide Butcherbirds, Cairns Corals, Darwin Storm, Wellington Vipers.
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Melbourne City 14.15 (99) lost to Brisbane 16.14 (110) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Geelong 14.14 (98) lost to Cairns 21.16 (142) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Wellington 13.7 (85) lost to Darwin 19.8 (122) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Hobart 9.12 (66) lost to Adelaide 15.12 (102) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Orange 22.12 (144) defeated Melbourne 7.11 (53) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 14: Demari Cook (Geelong Rush)
In a week where a few players could have won the nomination due to quiet but impactful performances, there was one player that was able to get himself noticed and joined his cousin as players to be nominated for the Jimmy Newman Medal in Season 2023.
With 13 disposals, 2 marks, 5 tackles and 16 hitouts, It is of course Geelong’s Demari Cook and he is the Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for Round 14!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 57
2. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 48
3. Lula Millward (CAI) – 44
=4. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 43
=4. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 43
=6. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 42
=6. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 42
=6. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 42
=6. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 42
10. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 39
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Gunārs Krūmiņš (RUCK) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 16
Dirk Coleman (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Finals Week 2
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Geelong Rush:
Leigh Adamle (DEF) – Striking Jesse McGrew (CAI) – Returns: Round 17
Hobart Wolves:
Dee Ashcroft (DEF) – Left Calf (21 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Orange Miners:
Armin Fingle (DEF) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: 2024
Perth Ospreys:
Ricky Sanderson (DEF) – Striking Katherine Slater (DAR) – Returns: Round 16
Piero Abatangelo (DEF) – Striking Katherine Slater (DAR) – Returns: Round 16
Wellington Vipers:
Zach Everett (RUCK) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 16
Gill Rowland (DEF) – Striking Sam Sergeant (MELB) – Returns: Round 17
This Week’s Games:
Round 15 | October 6 – October 8
Friday, October 6th
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Hobart Wolves @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD [night]
Saturday, October 7th
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Geelong Rush @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD
Perth Ospreys vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Sunday, October 8th
East Sydney Roosters vs. Orange Miners @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [twilight]
Bye: Adelaide Butcherbirds, Cairns Corals, Darwin Storm, Wellington Vipers.
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 13, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 13, 2023
Match Results:
Melbourne City 14.4 (88) lost to Orange 15.8 (98) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Gold Coast 16.12 (108) drew with Fremantle 16.12 (108) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Geelong 17.15 (117) defeated Hobart 8.11 (59) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Darwin 9.8 (62) lost to Perth 11.10 (76) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
Cairns 13.11 (89) lost to Adelaide 15.18 (108) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Brisbane 11.13 (79) drew with East Sydney 12.7 (79) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Melbourne 13.8 (86) lost to Wellington 21.10 (136) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
You don’t have to be a Top Draft Pick to make a impact on your team and this week, Jamie Munro of Geelong proved it. Drafted Pick No. 35 by the Rush in the 2023 FAFL Draft, Not much was expected of Munro. At least in the short term but during their match against Hobart, Munro shined.
With 22 disposals, 11 marks and an accurate 4.0 in front of goal, He was the main star that helped the Rush dominate the game against Hobart and because of that, He is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 13!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 57
2. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 47
3. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 43
=4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 42
=4. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 42
6. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 41
7. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 40
=8. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 39
=8. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 39
10. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 38
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Gunārs Krūmiņš (RUCK) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 16
Dirk Coleman (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Brisbane Brumbies:
Regis Salvatore (DEF) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Darwin Storm:
Crimson Whitepaw (MID) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Robyn Nybor (MID) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Fremantle Panthers:
Norwood Sowards (DEF) – Tail Feathers (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Nikki Moreno (DEF) – Right Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Geelong Rush:
Aelita Sallander (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Hobart Wolves:
Dee Ashcroft (DEF) – Left Calf (21 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Melbourne City Mariners:
Ozzie Waterhouse (FWD/DEF) – Striking Rudy Walker (ORA) – Returns: Round 15
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: 2024
Perth Ospreys:
Kenneth Banks (FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Ricky Sanderson (DEF) – Striking Katherine Slater (DAR) – Returns: Round 16
Piero Abatangelo (DEF) – Striking Katherine Slater (DAR) – Returns: Round 16
Wellington Vipers:
Zach Everett (RUCK) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 16
Gill Rowland (DEF) – Striking Sam Sergeant (MELB) – Returns: Round 17
This Week’s Games:
Round 14 | September 29 – October 1
Friday, September 29th
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [night]
Saturday, September 30th
Geelong Rush vs. Cairns Corals @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC
Wellington Vipers vs. Darwin Storm @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [night]
Sunday, October 1st
Hobart Wolves vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS
Orange Miners vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW [twilight]
Bye: East Sydney Roosters, Fremantle Panthers, Gold Coast Dragons, Perth Ospreys.
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Melbourne City 14.4 (88) lost to Orange 15.8 (98) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Gold Coast 16.12 (108) drew with Fremantle 16.12 (108) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Geelong 17.15 (117) defeated Hobart 8.11 (59) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Darwin 9.8 (62) lost to Perth 11.10 (76) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
Cairns 13.11 (89) lost to Adelaide 15.18 (108) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Brisbane 11.13 (79) drew with East Sydney 12.7 (79) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Melbourne 13.8 (86) lost to Wellington 21.10 (136) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 13: Jamie Munro (Geelong Rush)
You don’t have to be a Top Draft Pick to make a impact on your team and this week, Jamie Munro of Geelong proved it. Drafted Pick No. 35 by the Rush in the 2023 FAFL Draft, Not much was expected of Munro. At least in the short term but during their match against Hobart, Munro shined.
With 22 disposals, 11 marks and an accurate 4.0 in front of goal, He was the main star that helped the Rush dominate the game against Hobart and because of that, He is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 13!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 57
2. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 47
3. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 43
=4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 42
=4. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 42
6. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 41
7. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 40
=8. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 39
=8. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 39
10. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 38
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Gunārs Krūmiņš (RUCK) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 16
Dirk Coleman (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Brisbane Brumbies:
Regis Salvatore (DEF) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Darwin Storm:
Crimson Whitepaw (MID) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Robyn Nybor (MID) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Fremantle Panthers:
Norwood Sowards (DEF) – Tail Feathers (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Nikki Moreno (DEF) – Right Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Geelong Rush:
Aelita Sallander (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Hobart Wolves:
Dee Ashcroft (DEF) – Left Calf (21 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Melbourne City Mariners:
Ozzie Waterhouse (FWD/DEF) – Striking Rudy Walker (ORA) – Returns: Round 15
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: 2024
Perth Ospreys:
Kenneth Banks (FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Ricky Sanderson (DEF) – Striking Katherine Slater (DAR) – Returns: Round 16
Piero Abatangelo (DEF) – Striking Katherine Slater (DAR) – Returns: Round 16
Wellington Vipers:
Zach Everett (RUCK) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 16
Gill Rowland (DEF) – Striking Sam Sergeant (MELB) – Returns: Round 17
This Week’s Games:
Round 14 | September 29 – October 1
Friday, September 29th
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [night]
Saturday, September 30th
Geelong Rush vs. Cairns Corals @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC
Wellington Vipers vs. Darwin Storm @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [night]
Sunday, October 1st
Hobart Wolves vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS
Orange Miners vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW [twilight]
Bye: East Sydney Roosters, Fremantle Panthers, Gold Coast Dragons, Perth Ospreys.
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 12, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 12, 2023
Match Results:
Hobart 19.6 (120) defeated East Sydney 15.14 (104) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Fremantle 17.12 (114) defeated Melbourne 8.9 (57) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Orange 23.18 (156) defeated Gold Coast 12.8 (80) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Perth 12.10 (82) lost to Wellington 18.9 (117) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Cairns 11.10 (76) lost to Melbourne City 17.16 (118) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Adelaide 17.14 (116) defeated Brisbane 14.7 (91) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Darwin 13.13 (91) defeated Geelong 12.14 (86) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
There was a lot of hype about this player when they were drafted with Pick No. 2 in the 2023 FAFL Draft but it has taken them a while to get their standout game but over the weekend, They were able to put together a game that saw them have 23 disposals, 5 marks and 2 tackles in a match that saw his team fall by 35 points to the top of the table Wellington Vipers. It is of course Errol Cook and he is our nominee for Round 12.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 54
=2. Lula Millward (CAI) – 41
=2. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 41
=4. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 40
=4. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 40
6. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 39
7. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 38
8. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 37
9. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 36
=10. Delylah James (HOB) – 35
=10. Wolfe Hayward (HOB) – 35
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Dirk Coleman (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Brisbane Brumbies:
Regis Salvatore (DEF) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Darwin Storm:
Megan Forrest (MID) – Striking Antía Abreu (ADEL) – Returns: Round 14
Crimson Whitepaw (MID) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Robyn Nybor (MID) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Geelong Rush:
Alfred Gurns (DEF) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 14
Aelita Sallander (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Hobart Wolves:
Maggie Thornborne (DEF) – Striking Jane Phillips (ESR) – Returns: Round 14
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Vyxsin (DEF) – Striking Jamie Barrett (FRE) - Returns: Round 14
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: 2024
Wellington Vipers:
Tyler Summers (MID) – Striking Hillary Rier (ESR) – Returns: Round 14
Easton Preston (MID) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 14
This Week’s Games:
Round 13 | September 21 – September 24
Thursday, September 21st
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Orange Miners @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [night]
Friday, September 22nd
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD [night]
Saturday, September 23rd
Geelong Rush vs. Hobart Wolves @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC
Darwin Storm vs. Perth Ospreys @ Marrara Oval, Darwin NT [twilight]
Cairns Corals vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [night]
Sunday, September 24th
Brisbane Brumbies vs. East Sydney Roosters @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Wellington Vipers @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Hobart 19.6 (120) defeated East Sydney 15.14 (104) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Fremantle 17.12 (114) defeated Melbourne 8.9 (57) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Orange 23.18 (156) defeated Gold Coast 12.8 (80) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Perth 12.10 (82) lost to Wellington 18.9 (117) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Cairns 11.10 (76) lost to Melbourne City 17.16 (118) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Adelaide 17.14 (116) defeated Brisbane 14.7 (91) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Darwin 13.13 (91) defeated Geelong 12.14 (86) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 12: Errol Cook (Perth Ospreys)
There was a lot of hype about this player when they were drafted with Pick No. 2 in the 2023 FAFL Draft but it has taken them a while to get their standout game but over the weekend, They were able to put together a game that saw them have 23 disposals, 5 marks and 2 tackles in a match that saw his team fall by 35 points to the top of the table Wellington Vipers. It is of course Errol Cook and he is our nominee for Round 12.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 54
=2. Lula Millward (CAI) – 41
=2. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 41
=4. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 40
=4. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 40
6. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 39
7. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 38
8. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 37
9. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 36
=10. Delylah James (HOB) – 35
=10. Wolfe Hayward (HOB) – 35
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Dirk Coleman (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Brisbane Brumbies:
Regis Salvatore (DEF) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Darwin Storm:
Megan Forrest (MID) – Striking Antía Abreu (ADEL) – Returns: Round 14
Crimson Whitepaw (MID) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Robyn Nybor (MID) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Geelong Rush:
Alfred Gurns (DEF) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 14
Aelita Sallander (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Hobart Wolves:
Maggie Thornborne (DEF) – Striking Jane Phillips (ESR) – Returns: Round 14
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Vyxsin (DEF) – Striking Jamie Barrett (FRE) - Returns: Round 14
Orange Miners:
Andrew Davis (DEF) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: 2024
Wellington Vipers:
Tyler Summers (MID) – Striking Hillary Rier (ESR) – Returns: Round 14
Easton Preston (MID) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 14
This Week’s Games:
Round 13 | September 21 – September 24
Thursday, September 21st
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Orange Miners @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [night]
Friday, September 22nd
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD [night]
Saturday, September 23rd
Geelong Rush vs. Hobart Wolves @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC
Darwin Storm vs. Perth Ospreys @ Marrara Oval, Darwin NT [twilight]
Cairns Corals vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [night]
Sunday, September 24th
Brisbane Brumbies vs. East Sydney Roosters @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Wellington Vipers @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 11, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 11, 2023
Match Results:
Perth 16.10 (106) defeated Geelong 13.19 (97) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Darwin 11.11 (77) lost to Adelaide 15.13 (103) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
Melbourne 13.10 (88) lost to Orange 24.16 (160) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Hobart 17.11 (113) defeated Melbourne City 9.8 (62) at York Park in Launceston, TAS.
East Sydney 15.11 (101) lost to Wellington 15.12 (102) at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Gold Coast 22.16 (148) defeated Brisbane 17.14 (116) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Fremantle 20.7 (127) defeated Cairns 18.7 (115) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
To say that we’ve been waiting for this player to have a big game is an understatement but in Round 11, They finally had their breakthrough game and helped the Hobart Wolves get their 3rd straight win.
With 27 disposals, 9 marks, 1 goal and 7 tackles in Hobart’s win against Melbourne City, It’s of course Trent Poyer and they are the Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 11.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 50
2. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 39
3. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 38
=4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 37
=4. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 37
6. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 35
7. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 34
8. Delylah James (HOB) – 33
=9. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 32
=9. Wolfe Hayward (HOB) – 32
=9. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 32
=9. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 32
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Dirk Coleman (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Brisbane Brumbies:
Regis Salvatore (DEF) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Darwin Storm:
Megan Forrest (MID) – Striking Antía Abreu (ADEL) – Returns: Round 14
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Eden Wakefield (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Geelong Rush:
Alfred Gurns (DEF) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 14
Aelita Sallander (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Gold Coast Dragons:
Jonathan Wuffski (MID) – Striking Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – Returns: Round 13
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne City Mariners:
Jackson Hale (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Wellington Vipers:
Tyler Summers (MID) – Striking Hillary Rier (ESR) – Returns: Round 14
Easton Preston (MID) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 14
This Week’s Games:
Round 12 | September 14 – September 17
Thursday, September 14th
Hobart Wolves vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS [night]
Friday, September 15th
Fremantle Panthers vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Saturday, September 16th
Orange Miners vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW
Perth Ospreys vs. Wellington Vipers @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [twilight]
Cairns Corals vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [night]
Sunday, September 17th
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA
Darwin Storm vs. Geelong Rush @ Mararra Oval, Darwin NT [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Perth 16.10 (106) defeated Geelong 13.19 (97) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Darwin 11.11 (77) lost to Adelaide 15.13 (103) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
Melbourne 13.10 (88) lost to Orange 24.16 (160) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Hobart 17.11 (113) defeated Melbourne City 9.8 (62) at York Park in Launceston, TAS.
East Sydney 15.11 (101) lost to Wellington 15.12 (102) at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Gold Coast 22.16 (148) defeated Brisbane 17.14 (116) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Fremantle 20.7 (127) defeated Cairns 18.7 (115) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 11: Trent Poyer (Hobart Wolves)
To say that we’ve been waiting for this player to have a big game is an understatement but in Round 11, They finally had their breakthrough game and helped the Hobart Wolves get their 3rd straight win.
With 27 disposals, 9 marks, 1 goal and 7 tackles in Hobart’s win against Melbourne City, It’s of course Trent Poyer and they are the Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 11.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 50
2. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 39
3. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 38
=4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 37
=4. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 37
6. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 35
7. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 34
8. Delylah James (HOB) – 33
=9. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 32
=9. Wolfe Hayward (HOB) – 32
=9. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 32
=9. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 32
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Dirk Coleman (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Brisbane Brumbies:
Regis Salvatore (DEF) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Darwin Storm:
Megan Forrest (MID) – Striking Antía Abreu (ADEL) – Returns: Round 14
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Eden Wakefield (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Geelong Rush:
Alfred Gurns (DEF) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 14
Aelita Sallander (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Gold Coast Dragons:
Jonathan Wuffski (MID) – Striking Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – Returns: Round 13
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne City Mariners:
Jackson Hale (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Wellington Vipers:
Tyler Summers (MID) – Striking Hillary Rier (ESR) – Returns: Round 14
Easton Preston (MID) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 14
This Week’s Games:
Round 12 | September 14 – September 17
Thursday, September 14th
Hobart Wolves vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS [night]
Friday, September 15th
Fremantle Panthers vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Saturday, September 16th
Orange Miners vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW
Perth Ospreys vs. Wellington Vipers @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [twilight]
Cairns Corals vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [night]
Sunday, September 17th
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA
Darwin Storm vs. Geelong Rush @ Mararra Oval, Darwin NT [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 10, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 10, 2023
Match Results:
Geelong 21.10 (136) defeated Fremantle 14.8 (92) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Wellington 24.16 (160) defeated Cairns 13.12 (90) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Melbourne City 15.10 (100) lost to Adelaide 16.10 (106) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Gold Coast 28.16 (184) defeated East Sydney 9.7 (61) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Melbourne 14.9 (93) lost to Hobart 26.16 (172) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Brisbane 21.15 (141) defeated Darwin 14.8 (92) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Orange 14.7 (91) lost to Perth 19.13 (127) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Rookies across the board struggled to stand out in Round 10 but there was one that stood out and made an impact for their team in a positive way.
With 15 disposals, 3 marks, 2 goals and 4 tackles in Hobart’s win against Melbourne, It’s of course the No. 1 Draft Pick of the 2023 FAFL Draft, Ahnar Kwang and they are the Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 10.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 43
2. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 37
3. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 35
=4. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 31
=4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 31
=6. Wolfe Hayward (HOB) – 30
=6. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 30
8. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 29
=9. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 28
=9. Angela Condie (MELB) – 28
=9. Akamai Kohola (HOB) – 28
=9. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 28
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Ruben Cooke (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Brisbane Brumbies:
Le-a Ó Dálaigh (FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Eden Wakefield (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Geelong Rush:
Aelita Sallander (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Gold Coast Dragons:
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne City Mariners:
Jackson Hale (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Perth Ospreys:
Yan Ishida (DEF) – Charging Ryder Walker (1 Round) – Returns: Round 12
Mat Larson (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 12
This Week’s Games:
Round 11 | September 7 – September 10
Thursday, September 7th
Perth Ospreys vs. Geelong Rush @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Friday, September 8th
Darwin Storm vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Marrara Oval, Darwin NT [night]
Saturday, September 9th
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Orange Miners @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC
Hobart Wolves vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ York Park, Launceston TAS [twilight]
East Sydney Roosters vs. Wellington Vipers @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW [night]
Sunday, September 10th
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD
Fremantle Panthers vs. Cairns Corals @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Geelong 21.10 (136) defeated Fremantle 14.8 (92) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Wellington 24.16 (160) defeated Cairns 13.12 (90) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Melbourne City 15.10 (100) lost to Adelaide 16.10 (106) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Gold Coast 28.16 (184) defeated East Sydney 9.7 (61) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Melbourne 14.9 (93) lost to Hobart 26.16 (172) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Brisbane 21.15 (141) defeated Darwin 14.8 (92) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Orange 14.7 (91) lost to Perth 19.13 (127) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 10: Ahnar Kwang (Hobart Wolves)
Rookies across the board struggled to stand out in Round 10 but there was one that stood out and made an impact for their team in a positive way.
With 15 disposals, 3 marks, 2 goals and 4 tackles in Hobart’s win against Melbourne, It’s of course the No. 1 Draft Pick of the 2023 FAFL Draft, Ahnar Kwang and they are the Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 10.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 43
2. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 37
3. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 35
=4. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 31
=4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 31
=6. Wolfe Hayward (HOB) – 30
=6. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 30
8. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 29
=9. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 28
=9. Angela Condie (MELB) – 28
=9. Akamai Kohola (HOB) – 28
=9. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 28
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Ruben Cooke (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Brisbane Brumbies:
Le-a Ó Dálaigh (FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Eden Wakefield (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Geelong Rush:
Aelita Sallander (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Gold Coast Dragons:
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne City Mariners:
Jackson Hale (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Perth Ospreys:
Yan Ishida (DEF) – Charging Ryder Walker (1 Round) – Returns: Round 12
Mat Larson (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 12
This Week’s Games:
Round 11 | September 7 – September 10
Thursday, September 7th
Perth Ospreys vs. Geelong Rush @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Friday, September 8th
Darwin Storm vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Marrara Oval, Darwin NT [night]
Saturday, September 9th
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Orange Miners @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC
Hobart Wolves vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ York Park, Launceston TAS [twilight]
East Sydney Roosters vs. Wellington Vipers @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW [night]
Sunday, September 10th
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD
Fremantle Panthers vs. Cairns Corals @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 9, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 9, 2023
Match Results:
East Sydney 17.11 (113) defeated Darwin 13.15 (93) at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Cairns 17.10 (112) defeated Gold Coast 14.18 (102) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Brisbane 15.10 (100) defeated Melbourne City 14.9 (93) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Adelaide 11.13 (79) lost to Hobart 19.7 (121) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Perth 15.10 (100) defeated Melbourne 14.14 (98) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Orange 19.13 (127) defeated Fremantle 12.7 (79) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Wellington 14.7 (91) lost to Geelong 13.18 (96) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
In a round where one of this year’s rookies had a massive break-out game. It’s incredibly hard not to nominate them for the Jimmy Newman Medal.
With 34 disposals, 4 marks, 3 goals and 7 tackles in Orange’s win against Fremantle on Sunday, It is of course Fallschrim Fledermaus and he is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 9!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 39
2. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 31
3. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 30
4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 29
5. Akamai Kohola (HOB) – 27
=6. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 26
=6. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 26
=6. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 26
=6. Delylah James (HOB) – 26
=10. Angela Condie (MELB) – 25
=10. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 25
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Brisbane Brumbies:
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Faith St. Clair (MID) – Right Quad Muscle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 11
Geelong Rush:
Aelita Sallander (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Gold Coast Dragons:
Mark Jacotine (FWD) – Left Quad Muscle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 11
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne City Mariners:
Jackson Hale (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Vyxsin (DEF) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 11
Perth Ospreys:
Mat Larson (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 12
This Week’s Games:
Round 10 | August 31 – September 3
Thursday, August 31st
Geelong Rush vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC [night]
Friday, September 1st
Wellington Vipers vs. Cairns Corals @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [night]
Saturday, September 2nd
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC
Gold Coast Dragons vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD [twilight]
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Hobart Wolves @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [night]
Sunday, September 3rd
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Darwin Storm @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD
Orange Miners vs. Perth Ospreys @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
East Sydney 17.11 (113) defeated Darwin 13.15 (93) at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Cairns 17.10 (112) defeated Gold Coast 14.18 (102) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Brisbane 15.10 (100) defeated Melbourne City 14.9 (93) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Adelaide 11.13 (79) lost to Hobart 19.7 (121) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Perth 15.10 (100) defeated Melbourne 14.14 (98) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Orange 19.13 (127) defeated Fremantle 12.7 (79) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Wellington 14.7 (91) lost to Geelong 13.18 (96) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 9: Fallschirm Fledermaus (Orange Miners)
In a round where one of this year’s rookies had a massive break-out game. It’s incredibly hard not to nominate them for the Jimmy Newman Medal.
With 34 disposals, 4 marks, 3 goals and 7 tackles in Orange’s win against Fremantle on Sunday, It is of course Fallschrim Fledermaus and he is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 9!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 39
2. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 31
3. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 30
4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 29
5. Akamai Kohola (HOB) – 27
=6. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 26
=6. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 26
=6. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 26
=6. Delylah James (HOB) – 26
=10. Angela Condie (MELB) – 25
=10. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 25
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Brisbane Brumbies:
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Cairns Corals:
Myles Cilvantes (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Faith St. Clair (MID) – Right Quad Muscle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 11
Geelong Rush:
Aelita Sallander (MID) – Left Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 15
Gold Coast Dragons:
Mark Jacotine (FWD) – Left Quad Muscle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 11
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne City Mariners:
Jackson Hale (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Vyxsin (DEF) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 11
Perth Ospreys:
Mat Larson (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 12
This Week’s Games:
Round 10 | August 31 – September 3
Thursday, August 31st
Geelong Rush vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC [night]
Friday, September 1st
Wellington Vipers vs. Cairns Corals @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [night]
Saturday, September 2nd
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC
Gold Coast Dragons vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD [twilight]
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Hobart Wolves @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [night]
Sunday, September 3rd
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Darwin Storm @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD
Orange Miners vs. Perth Ospreys @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 8, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 8, 2023
Match Results:
Melbourne City 16.8 (104) lost to Geelong 17.17 (119) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Darwin 19.8 (122) defeated Orange 13.9 (87) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
Gold Coast 22.14 (146) defeated Perth 7.8 (50) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Hobart 14.9 (93) lost to Carins 22.13 (145) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Fremantle 6.6 (42) lost to Wellington 16.7 (103) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Adelaide 17.8 (110) lost to East Sydney 16.15 (111) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Melbourne 14.5 (89) defeated Brisbane 9.13 (67) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
2023 FAFL All-Star Game Result:
Northern All-Stars 12.14 (86) defeated Southern All-Stars 10.7 (67) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Our nominee has been fighting for a look-in for the past few rounds but this week stood above the rest of the rookies to take the nomination in Round 8.
With 22 disposals, 4 marks and 5 tackles in Melbourne’s win against Brisbane on Sunday, It is of course Rose Milano and she is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 8!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 33
=2. Lula Millward (CAI) – 29
=2. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 29
4. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 28
5. Delylah James (HOB) – 25
=6. Jervis Janson (CAI) – 24
=6. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 24
=8. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 22
=8. Angela Condie (MELB) – 22
=8. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 22
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Brisbane Brumbies:
Morgan Gotch (MID) – Left Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 10
Mile Nguyen (MID) – Left Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Round 10
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Geelong Rush:
Cal Hargreaves (DEF) – Kicking Ozzie Waterhouse (1 Round) – Returns: Round 10
Gold Coast Dragons:
Darrah Ashlee (FWD) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 10
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Vyxsin (DEF) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 11
This Week’s Games:
Round 9 | August 24 – 27
Thursday, August 24th
East Sydney Roosters vs. Darwin Storm @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW [night]
Friday, August 25th
Cairns Corals vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [night]
Saturday, August 26th
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Hobart Wolves @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA [twilight]
Perth Ospreys vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Sunday, August 27th
Orange Miners vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW
Wellington Vipers vs. Geelong Rush @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Melbourne City 16.8 (104) lost to Geelong 17.17 (119) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Darwin 19.8 (122) defeated Orange 13.9 (87) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
Gold Coast 22.14 (146) defeated Perth 7.8 (50) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Hobart 14.9 (93) lost to Carins 22.13 (145) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Fremantle 6.6 (42) lost to Wellington 16.7 (103) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Adelaide 17.8 (110) lost to East Sydney 16.15 (111) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Melbourne 14.5 (89) defeated Brisbane 9.13 (67) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
2023 FAFL All-Star Game Result:
Northern All-Stars 12.14 (86) defeated Southern All-Stars 10.7 (67) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 8: Rose Milano (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Our nominee has been fighting for a look-in for the past few rounds but this week stood above the rest of the rookies to take the nomination in Round 8.
With 22 disposals, 4 marks and 5 tackles in Melbourne’s win against Brisbane on Sunday, It is of course Rose Milano and she is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 8!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 33
=2. Lula Millward (CAI) – 29
=2. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 29
4. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 28
5. Delylah James (HOB) – 25
=6. Jervis Janson (CAI) – 24
=6. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 24
=8. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 22
=8. Angela Condie (MELB) – 22
=8. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 22
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Brisbane Brumbies:
Morgan Gotch (MID) – Left Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 10
Mile Nguyen (MID) – Left Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Round 10
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Geelong Rush:
Cal Hargreaves (DEF) – Kicking Ozzie Waterhouse (1 Round) – Returns: Round 10
Gold Coast Dragons:
Darrah Ashlee (FWD) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 10
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Vyxsin (DEF) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 11
This Week’s Games:
Round 9 | August 24 – 27
Thursday, August 24th
East Sydney Roosters vs. Darwin Storm @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW [night]
Friday, August 25th
Cairns Corals vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [night]
Saturday, August 26th
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Hobart Wolves @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA [twilight]
Perth Ospreys vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Sunday, August 27th
Orange Miners vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW
Wellington Vipers vs. Geelong Rush @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 7, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 7, 2023
Match Results:
Darwin 10.6 (66) lost to Wellington 14.10 (94) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
Geelong 12.9 (81) lost to Brisbane 13.8 (86) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Fremantle 19.14 (128) defeated Melbourne City 12.11 (83) at Fremantle Oval in Fremantle, WA.
Cairns 20.15 (135) defeated East Sydney 16.0 (96) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Orange 18.14 (122) defeated Adelaide 6.2 (38) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Gold Coast 20.12 (132) defeated Melbourne 14.10 (94) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Hobart 15.6 (96) lost to Perth 20.7 (127) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Our nominee has been a bedrock for the Brumbies since being drafted by them and has turned what was a weakness for them last year into a strength. She’s been unlucky not to be nominated earlier this season but this week is her week!
With 22 disposals, 9 marks and 4 tackles in Brisbane’s win against the Rush on Friday Night, It is of course Alice Pitney and she is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 7!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
=1. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 25
=1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 25
3. Lula Millward (CAI) – 24
4. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 23
5. Delylah James (HOB) – 22
6. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 21
=7. Jervis Janson (CAI) – 20
=7. Radhika Saxena (FRE) – 20
=7. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 20
=7. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 20
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Brisbane Brumbies:
Rene Bird (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 9
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Faith St. Clair (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Rudolph Kelly (FWD) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Darren Gertner (DEF) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 9
Gold Coast Dragons:
Julie Reisman (RUCK/MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Matthew Blake (MID) – Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Darrah Ashlee (FWD) – Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 10
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne City Mariners:
Jackson Hale (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 9
Mikhail Flowers-Martin (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 9
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Carter Hayes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Orange Miners:
Justina Henry (FWD) – Striking Ruben Cooke (ADEL) – Returns: Round 9
This Week’s Games:
Round 8 | August 10 – 13
Thursday, August 10th
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Geelong Rush @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [night]
Friday, August 11th
Darwin Storm vs. Orange Miners @ Marrara Oval, Darwin NT [night]
Saturday, August 12th
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Perth Ospreys @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD
Hobart Wolves vs. Cairns Corals @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS [twilight]
Fremantle Panthers vs. Wellington Vipers @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Sunday, August 13th
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Darwin 10.6 (66) lost to Wellington 14.10 (94) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
Geelong 12.9 (81) lost to Brisbane 13.8 (86) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Fremantle 19.14 (128) defeated Melbourne City 12.11 (83) at Fremantle Oval in Fremantle, WA.
Cairns 20.15 (135) defeated East Sydney 16.0 (96) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Orange 18.14 (122) defeated Adelaide 6.2 (38) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Gold Coast 20.12 (132) defeated Melbourne 14.10 (94) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Hobart 15.6 (96) lost to Perth 20.7 (127) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 7: Alice Pitney (Brisbane Brumbies)
Our nominee has been a bedrock for the Brumbies since being drafted by them and has turned what was a weakness for them last year into a strength. She’s been unlucky not to be nominated earlier this season but this week is her week!
With 22 disposals, 9 marks and 4 tackles in Brisbane’s win against the Rush on Friday Night, It is of course Alice Pitney and she is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 7!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
=1. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 25
=1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 25
3. Lula Millward (CAI) – 24
4. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 23
5. Delylah James (HOB) – 22
6. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 21
=7. Jervis Janson (CAI) – 20
=7. Radhika Saxena (FRE) – 20
=7. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 20
=7. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 20
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Brisbane Brumbies:
Rene Bird (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 9
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Faith St. Clair (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Rudolph Kelly (FWD) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Darren Gertner (DEF) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 9
Gold Coast Dragons:
Julie Reisman (RUCK/MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Matthew Blake (MID) – Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Darrah Ashlee (FWD) – Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 10
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne City Mariners:
Jackson Hale (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 9
Mikhail Flowers-Martin (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 9
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Carter Hayes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Orange Miners:
Justina Henry (FWD) – Striking Ruben Cooke (ADEL) – Returns: Round 9
This Week’s Games:
Round 8 | August 10 – 13
Thursday, August 10th
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Geelong Rush @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [night]
Friday, August 11th
Darwin Storm vs. Orange Miners @ Marrara Oval, Darwin NT [night]
Saturday, August 12th
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Perth Ospreys @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD
Hobart Wolves vs. Cairns Corals @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS [twilight]
Fremantle Panthers vs. Wellington Vipers @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Sunday, August 13th
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 6, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 6, 2023
Match Results:
Fremantle 11.10 (76) lost to East Sydney 19.13 (127) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Melbourne City 15.12 (102) defeated Melbourne 14.14 (98) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Adelaide 23.10 (148) defeated Gold Coast 15.7 (97) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Darwin 8.8 (56) lost to Hobart 15.12 (102) at Traeger Park in Alice Springs, NT.
Perth 13.14 (92) drew with Cairns 14.8 (92) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Geelong 16.9 (105) lost to Orange 20.13 (133) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Wellington 18.9 (117) defeated Brisbane 15.15 (105) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
This Week was a hard week to find a standout rookie but there was one who was able to have a big impact despite only having 30 minutes of game time on the field.
With 17 disposals, 1 mark, 2 goals and 4 tackles in Brisbane’s loss against the Vipers on Sunday Afternoon, It is of course Ryan Corsaire and he is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 6!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 23
2. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 22
3. Lula Millward (CAI) – 20
=4. Tina Batts (GEEL) – 19
=4. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 19
=6. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 18
=6. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 18
=6. Delylah James (HOB) – 18
=6. Tom Hughson (ESR) – 18
=6. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 18
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Gunārs Krūmiņš (RUCK) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Irwin Hill-Outteridge (DEF) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Brisbane Brumbies:
Rene Bird (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 9
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Faith St. Clair (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Rudolph Kelly (FWD) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Geelong Rush:
Jared Finch (RUCK/DEF) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Gold Coast Dragons:
Julie Reisman (RUCK/MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne City Mariners:
Callum Murray (MID) – Striking Tracy Remington (MELB) – Returns: Round 8
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Braden Petit (MID) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Damien Knightley (RUCK) – Right Quad Muscle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Carter Hayes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Perth Ospreys:
Errol Cook (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Orange Miners:
Robbie Rey (MID) – Striking James Orlund (GEEL) – Returns: Round 8
This Week’s Games:
Round 7 | August 3 – 6
Thursday August 3rd
Darwin Storm vs. Wellington Vipers @ Marrara Oval, Darwin NT [night]
Friday, August 4th
Geelong Rush vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC [night]
Saturday, August 5th
Fremantle Panthers vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ Fremantle Oval, Fremantle WA
Cairns Corals vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [twilight]
Orange Miners vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW [night]
Sunday, August 6th
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD
Hobart Wolves vs. Perth Ospreys @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Fremantle 11.10 (76) lost to East Sydney 19.13 (127) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Melbourne City 15.12 (102) defeated Melbourne 14.14 (98) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Adelaide 23.10 (148) defeated Gold Coast 15.7 (97) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Darwin 8.8 (56) lost to Hobart 15.12 (102) at Traeger Park in Alice Springs, NT.
Perth 13.14 (92) drew with Cairns 14.8 (92) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Geelong 16.9 (105) lost to Orange 20.13 (133) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Wellington 18.9 (117) defeated Brisbane 15.15 (105) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 6: Ryan Corsaire (Brisbane Brumbies)
This Week was a hard week to find a standout rookie but there was one who was able to have a big impact despite only having 30 minutes of game time on the field.
With 17 disposals, 1 mark, 2 goals and 4 tackles in Brisbane’s loss against the Vipers on Sunday Afternoon, It is of course Ryan Corsaire and he is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 6!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 23
2. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 22
3. Lula Millward (CAI) – 20
=4. Tina Batts (GEEL) – 19
=4. Derrick Bristol (ESR) – 19
=6. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 18
=6. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 18
=6. Delylah James (HOB) – 18
=6. Tom Hughson (ESR) – 18
=6. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 18
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Gunārs Krūmiņš (RUCK) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Irwin Hill-Outteridge (DEF) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Brisbane Brumbies:
Rene Bird (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 9
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Faith St. Clair (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Rudolph Kelly (FWD) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Geelong Rush:
Jared Finch (RUCK/DEF) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Gold Coast Dragons:
Julie Reisman (RUCK/MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne City Mariners:
Callum Murray (MID) – Striking Tracy Remington (MELB) – Returns: Round 8
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Braden Petit (MID) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Damien Knightley (RUCK) – Right Quad Muscle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Carter Hayes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Perth Ospreys:
Errol Cook (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Orange Miners:
Robbie Rey (MID) – Striking James Orlund (GEEL) – Returns: Round 8
This Week’s Games:
Round 7 | August 3 – 6
Thursday August 3rd
Darwin Storm vs. Wellington Vipers @ Marrara Oval, Darwin NT [night]
Friday, August 4th
Geelong Rush vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC [night]
Saturday, August 5th
Fremantle Panthers vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ Fremantle Oval, Fremantle WA
Cairns Corals vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [twilight]
Orange Miners vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW [night]
Sunday, August 6th
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD
Hobart Wolves vs. Perth Ospreys @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 5, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 5, 2023
Match Results:
East Sydney 19.8 (122) defeated Perth 15.9 (99) at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Adelaide 15.7 (97) defeated Wellington 8.9 (57) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Brisbane 16.9 (105) defeated Fremantle 10.17 (77) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Melbourne City 19.9 (123) lost to Darwin 20.13 (133) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Melbourne 11.11 (77) lost to Geelong 20.6 (126) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Orange 13.8 (86) lost to Cairns 15.16 (106) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Hobart 12.11 (83) lost to Gold Coast 13.10 (88) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
There was one rookie that was a cut above the rest in Round 5 and helped their team win their game against Melbourne. They were a bit of a controversial player going into the draft with their ego but this week, they backed it up and were able to get noticed for their great play.
With 30 disposals, 6 marks and 4 tackles in Geelong’s win against the Hammerheads on Saturday Night, It is of course Tristan Gold and he is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 5!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
=1. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 19
=1. Tina Batts (GEEL) – 19
=3. Jevis Janson (CAI) – 17
=3. Lula Millward (CAI) – 17
=3. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 17
=6. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 16
=6. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 16
=6. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 16
=9. Rosa Powers (MCM) – 15
=9. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 15
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Gunārs Krūmiņš (RUCK) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Irwin Hill-Outteridge (DEF) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Brisbane Brumbies:
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Aspen Stark (DEF) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Fremantle Panthers:
Frasier McGuirk (MID/FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Geelong Rush:
Jared Finch (RUCK/DEF) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Gold Coast Dragons:
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Hudson Mathers (MID) – Striking Anthony Spalding (CAI) – Returns: Round 7
Victor Hershley (DEF) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Carter Hayes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Perth Ospreys:
Errol Cook (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Orange Miners:
Buster Bush (DEF) – Knee (28 Days) – Returns: Round 7
This Week’s Games:
Round 6 | July 27 – 30
Thursday, July 27th
Fremantle Panthers vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Friday, July 28th
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [night]
Saturday, July 29th
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA
Darwin Storm vs. Hobart Wolves @ Traeger Park, Alice Springs NT [twilight]
Perth Ospreys vs. Cairns Corals @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Sunday, July 30th
Geelong Rush vs. Orange Miners @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC
Wellington Vipers vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
East Sydney 19.8 (122) defeated Perth 15.9 (99) at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Adelaide 15.7 (97) defeated Wellington 8.9 (57) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Brisbane 16.9 (105) defeated Fremantle 10.17 (77) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Melbourne City 19.9 (123) lost to Darwin 20.13 (133) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Melbourne 11.11 (77) lost to Geelong 20.6 (126) at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Orange 13.8 (86) lost to Cairns 15.16 (106) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Hobart 12.11 (83) lost to Gold Coast 13.10 (88) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 5: Tristan Gold (Geelong Rush)
There was one rookie that was a cut above the rest in Round 5 and helped their team win their game against Melbourne. They were a bit of a controversial player going into the draft with their ego but this week, they backed it up and were able to get noticed for their great play.
With 30 disposals, 6 marks and 4 tackles in Geelong’s win against the Hammerheads on Saturday Night, It is of course Tristan Gold and he is our Jimmy Newman Medal nominee for Round 5!
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
=1. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 19
=1. Tina Batts (GEEL) – 19
=3. Jevis Janson (CAI) – 17
=3. Lula Millward (CAI) – 17
=3. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 17
=6. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 16
=6. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 16
=6. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 16
=9. Rosa Powers (MCM) – 15
=9. Akamai Kohola (PER) – 15
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Gunārs Krūmiņš (RUCK) – Left Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Irwin Hill-Outteridge (DEF) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Brisbane Brumbies:
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Aspen Stark (DEF) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
Fremantle Panthers:
Frasier McGuirk (MID/FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Geelong Rush:
Jared Finch (RUCK/DEF) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Gold Coast Dragons:
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Hudson Mathers (MID) – Striking Anthony Spalding (CAI) – Returns: Round 7
Victor Hershley (DEF) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Carter Hayes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Perth Ospreys:
Errol Cook (MID) – Right Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 8
Orange Miners:
Buster Bush (DEF) – Knee (28 Days) – Returns: Round 7
This Week’s Games:
Round 6 | July 27 – 30
Thursday, July 27th
Fremantle Panthers vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Friday, July 28th
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [night]
Saturday, July 29th
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA
Darwin Storm vs. Hobart Wolves @ Traeger Park, Alice Springs NT [twilight]
Perth Ospreys vs. Cairns Corals @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Sunday, July 30th
Geelong Rush vs. Orange Miners @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC
Wellington Vipers vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 4, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 4, 2023
Match Results:
Gold Coast 17.11 (113) defeated Darwin 13.11 (89) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
East Sydney 14.13 (97) lost to Geelong 19.10 (124) at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Perth 11.16 (82) defeated Adelaide 8.18 (66) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Brisbane 19.9 (123) defeated Orange 9.20 (74) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Cairns 17.16 (118) defeated Melbourne 17.10 (112) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Hobart 18.8 (116) lost to Fremantle 27.10 (172) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Wellington 15.16 (106) defeated Melbourne City 13.8 (86) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
It was a great week for Rookies with many of them playing great games that would have gotten them the nod in any other week which made the selection hard but there was one that stood above the rest…
With 23 disposals, 8 marks and 1 tackle in a game that saw East Sydney struggle against Geelong as a whole, This player was on fire. It’s Althea Savoy from the East Sydney Roosters and she is the Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for Round 4, 2023.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 17
=2. Jervis Janson (CAI) – 16
=2. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 16
4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 15
5. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 14
6. Delylah James (HOB) – 13
=7. Joshua Thickscale (MELB) – 12
=7. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 12
=7. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 12
=7. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 12
=7. Tina Batts (GEEL) – 12
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Brisbane Brumbies:
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Aspen Stark (DEF) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Eden Wakefield (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 6
Fremantle Panthers:
Frasier McGuirk (MID/FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Gold Coast Dragons:
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Rose Milano (DEF/MID) – Striking Myles Cilvantes (CAI) – Returns: Round 6
Hudson Mathers (MID) – Striking Anthony Spalding (CAI) – Returns: Round 7
Victor Hershley (DEF) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Carter Hayes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Perth Ospreys:
Kenneth Banks (FWD) – Back (25 Days) – Returns: Round 6
Orange Miners:
Buster Bush (DEF) – Knee (28 Days) – Returns: Round 7
This Week’s Games:
Round 5 | July 20 – 23
Thursday, July 20th
East Sydney Roosters vs. Perth Ospreys @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW [night]
Friday, July 21st
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Wellington Vipers @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA [night]
Saturday, July 22nd
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Fremantle Panthers @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Darwin Storm @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [twilight]
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Geelong Rush @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [night]
Sunday, July 23rd
Orange Miners vs. Cairns Corals @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW
Hobart Wolves vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Gold Coast 17.11 (113) defeated Darwin 13.11 (89) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
East Sydney 14.13 (97) lost to Geelong 19.10 (124) at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Perth 11.16 (82) defeated Adelaide 8.18 (66) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Brisbane 19.9 (123) defeated Orange 9.20 (74) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Cairns 17.16 (118) defeated Melbourne 17.10 (112) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Hobart 18.8 (116) lost to Fremantle 27.10 (172) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Wellington 15.16 (106) defeated Melbourne City 13.8 (86) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 4: Althea Savoy (East Sydney Roosters)
It was a great week for Rookies with many of them playing great games that would have gotten them the nod in any other week which made the selection hard but there was one that stood above the rest…
With 23 disposals, 8 marks and 1 tackle in a game that saw East Sydney struggle against Geelong as a whole, This player was on fire. It’s Althea Savoy from the East Sydney Roosters and she is the Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for Round 4, 2023.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 17
=2. Jervis Janson (CAI) – 16
=2. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 16
4. Lula Millward (CAI) – 15
5. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 14
6. Delylah James (HOB) – 13
=7. Joshua Thickscale (MELB) – 12
=7. Sky Corvidae (DAR) – 12
=7. Brandon Thorton (WEL) – 12
=7. Lou-Lou Fry (BRIS) – 12
=7. Tina Batts (GEEL) – 12
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Brisbane Brumbies:
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Aspen Stark (DEF) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Eden Wakefield (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 6
Fremantle Panthers:
Frasier McGuirk (MID/FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Gold Coast Dragons:
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Rose Milano (DEF/MID) – Striking Myles Cilvantes (CAI) – Returns: Round 6
Hudson Mathers (MID) – Striking Anthony Spalding (CAI) – Returns: Round 7
Victor Hershley (DEF) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Carter Hayes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Perth Ospreys:
Kenneth Banks (FWD) – Back (25 Days) – Returns: Round 6
Orange Miners:
Buster Bush (DEF) – Knee (28 Days) – Returns: Round 7
This Week’s Games:
Round 5 | July 20 – 23
Thursday, July 20th
East Sydney Roosters vs. Perth Ospreys @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW [night]
Friday, July 21st
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Wellington Vipers @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA [night]
Saturday, July 22nd
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Fremantle Panthers @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Darwin Storm @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [twilight]
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Geelong Rush @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [night]
Sunday, July 23rd
Orange Miners vs. Cairns Corals @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW
Hobart Wolves vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 3, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 3, 2023
Match Results:
Orange 13.17 (95) defeated East Sydney 14.10 (94) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Adelaide 20.16 (136) defeated Fremantle 11.17 (83) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Cairns 16.15 (111) defeated Geelong 12.10 (82) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Perth 10.9 (69) lost to Brisbane 18.21 (129) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Wellington 17.7 (109) defeated Hobart 15.10 (100) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Melbourne 16.9 (105) drew with Darwin 15.15 (105) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Melbourne City 12.14 (86) defeated Gold Coast 12.12 (84) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
It came down to 2 Rookies in Round 3 who had great games that played a massive part in how their teams performed over the weekend but thanks to more marks and actually getting the win over the weekend, This player edged out Rose Milano from Melbourne to take home the Nomination for Round 3.
With 22 disposals, 13 marks and 2 tackles. It’s Angelo Marrin from the Adelaide Butcherbirds and he is the Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for Round 3, 2023.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 14
2. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 12
3. Delylah James (HOB) – 11
4. Jervis Janson (CAI) – 10
=5. Rudy Walker (ORA) – 9
=5. Lula Millward (CAI) – 9
=5. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 9
=5. Joshua Thickscale (MELB) – 9
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Brisbane Brumbies:
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Aspen Stark (DEF) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Eden Wakefield (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 6
Gold Coast Dragons:
Jake Honeycutt (MID) – Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 5
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne City Mariners:
Mikhail Flowers-Martin (DEF) – Striking Garry Rounds (ESR) – Returns: Round 5
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Carter Hayes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Perth Ospreys:
Kenneth Banks (FWD) – Back (25 Days) – Returns: Round 6
Orange Miners:
Buster Bush (DEF) – Knee (28 Days) – Returns: Round 7
This Week’s Games:
Round 4 | July 13 – 16
Thursday, July 13th
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Darwin Storm @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD [night]
Friday, July 14th
East Sydney Roosters vs. Geelong Rush @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW [night]
Saturday, July 15th
Perth Ospreys vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Orange Miners @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD [twilight]
Cairns Corals vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [night]
Sunday, July 16th
Hobart Wolves vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS
Wellington Vipers vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Orange 13.17 (95) defeated East Sydney 14.10 (94) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Adelaide 20.16 (136) defeated Fremantle 11.17 (83) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Cairns 16.15 (111) defeated Geelong 12.10 (82) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD.
Perth 10.9 (69) lost to Brisbane 18.21 (129) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Wellington 17.7 (109) defeated Hobart 15.10 (100) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Melbourne 16.9 (105) drew with Darwin 15.15 (105) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, VIC.
Melbourne City 12.14 (86) defeated Gold Coast 12.12 (84) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 3: Angelo Marrin (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
It came down to 2 Rookies in Round 3 who had great games that played a massive part in how their teams performed over the weekend but thanks to more marks and actually getting the win over the weekend, This player edged out Rose Milano from Melbourne to take home the Nomination for Round 3.
With 22 disposals, 13 marks and 2 tackles. It’s Angelo Marrin from the Adelaide Butcherbirds and he is the Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for Round 3, 2023.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 14
2. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 12
3. Delylah James (HOB) – 11
4. Jervis Janson (CAI) – 10
=5. Rudy Walker (ORA) – 9
=5. Lula Millward (CAI) – 9
=5. Colin Traveston (FRE) – 9
=5. Joshua Thickscale (MELB) – 9
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Brisbane Brumbies:
Rodney Del-Re (FWD) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 12
Darwin Storm:
Aspen Stark (DEF) – Left Thigh (21 Days) – Returns: Round 7
Damien Bartlett (MID) – Spine (100 Days) – Returns: Round 17
East Sydney Roosters:
Eden Wakefield (MID) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 6
Gold Coast Dragons:
Jake Honeycutt (MID) – Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 5
Rachel Boseman (DEF) – Right PCL Knee (70 Days) – Returns: Round 13
Melbourne City Mariners:
Mikhail Flowers-Martin (DEF) – Striking Garry Rounds (ESR) – Returns: Round 5
Melbourne Hammerheads:
Carter Hayes (MID) – Right Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: All-Star Weekend
Perth Ospreys:
Kenneth Banks (FWD) – Back (25 Days) – Returns: Round 6
Orange Miners:
Buster Bush (DEF) – Knee (28 Days) – Returns: Round 7
This Week’s Games:
Round 4 | July 13 – 16
Thursday, July 13th
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Darwin Storm @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD [night]
Friday, July 14th
East Sydney Roosters vs. Geelong Rush @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW [night]
Saturday, July 15th
Perth Ospreys vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Orange Miners @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD [twilight]
Cairns Corals vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [night]
Sunday, July 16th
Hobart Wolves vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS
Wellington Vipers vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 2, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 2, 2023
Match Results:
Hobart 16.7 (103) lost to Brisbane 17.13 (115) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Darwin 13.12 (90) lost to Cairns 19.20 (134) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
East Sydney 16.11 (107) lost to Melbourne City 16.14 (110) at Manuka Oval in Canberra, ACT.
Geelong 11.10 (76) lost to Gold Coast 14.5 (89) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Fremantle 16.13 (109) lost to Perth 18.13 (121) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Adelaide 6.10 (46) lost to Melbourne 17.10 (112) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Wellington 10.6 (66) lost to Orange 12.11 (83) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Unlike Round 1 where it was very hard to decide who would be nominated due to the number of great games that Rookies had in the FAFL last week, This week. It was very easy to decide as one rookie had a massive standout game right at the end of the round that was just too hard to ignore.
With 25 disposals, 7 marks, 7 tackles and 4 goals. It had to Wellington’s Kevin Colt and he is the Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for Round 2, 2023.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Delylah James (HOB) – 9
=2. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 8
=2. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 8
=4. Anthony Spalding (CAI) – 7
=4. Jervis Janson (CAI) – 7
=4. Rosa Powers (MCM) – 7
=4. Rudy Walker (ORA) – 7
=4. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 7
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Cairns Corals:
Paula Pinkney (DEF) – Left Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Steven McKnight (DEF) – Striking Mark Fox (DAR) – Returns: Round 4
East Sydney Roosters:
Zhu Min (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Gold Coast Dragons:
Jake Honeycutt (MID) – Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 5
Hobart Wolves:
Zandra Strange (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Melbourne City Mariners:
Mikhail Flowers-Martin (DEF) – Striking Garry Rounds (ESR) – Returns: Round 5
Perth Ospreys:
Ricky Sanderson (DEF) – Left Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Ernie Tate (MID) – Striking Reggie Klein (FRE) – Returns: Round 4
Kenneth Banks (FWD) – Back (25 Days) – Returns: Round 6
Orange Miners:
Buster Bush (DEF) – Knee (28 Days) – Returns: Round 7
This Week’s Games:
Round 3 | July 6 – 9
Friday, July 6th
Orange Miners vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW [night]
Saturday, July 7th
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA
Cairns Corals vs. Geelong Rush @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [twilight]
Perth Ospreys vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Sunday, July 8th
Wellington Vipers vs. Hobart Wolves @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Darwin Storm @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [twilight]
Monday, July 9th
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [night]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
Hobart 16.7 (103) lost to Brisbane 17.13 (115) at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, TAS.
Darwin 13.12 (90) lost to Cairns 19.20 (134) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT.
East Sydney 16.11 (107) lost to Melbourne City 16.14 (110) at Manuka Oval in Canberra, ACT.
Geelong 11.10 (76) lost to Gold Coast 14.5 (89) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Fremantle 16.13 (109) lost to Perth 18.13 (121) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Adelaide 6.10 (46) lost to Melbourne 17.10 (112) at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, SA.
Wellington 10.6 (66) lost to Orange 12.11 (83) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ.
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2023:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 2: Kevin Colt (Wellington Vipers)
Unlike Round 1 where it was very hard to decide who would be nominated due to the number of great games that Rookies had in the FAFL last week, This week. It was very easy to decide as one rookie had a massive standout game right at the end of the round that was just too hard to ignore.
With 25 disposals, 7 marks, 7 tackles and 4 goals. It had to Wellington’s Kevin Colt and he is the Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for Round 2, 2023.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
1. Delylah James (HOB) – 9
=2. Douglas Guillen (ADEL) – 8
=2. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 8
=4. Anthony Spalding (CAI) – 7
=4. Jervis Janson (CAI) – 7
=4. Rosa Powers (MCM) – 7
=4. Rudy Walker (ORA) – 7
=4. Nina Hivers (WEL) – 7
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Cairns Corals:
Paula Pinkney (DEF) – Left Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Steven McKnight (DEF) – Striking Mark Fox (DAR) – Returns: Round 4
East Sydney Roosters:
Zhu Min (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Gold Coast Dragons:
Jake Honeycutt (MID) – Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 5
Hobart Wolves:
Zandra Strange (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Melbourne City Mariners:
Mikhail Flowers-Martin (DEF) – Striking Garry Rounds (ESR) – Returns: Round 5
Perth Ospreys:
Ricky Sanderson (DEF) – Left Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Ernie Tate (MID) – Striking Reggie Klein (FRE) – Returns: Round 4
Kenneth Banks (FWD) – Back (25 Days) – Returns: Round 6
Orange Miners:
Buster Bush (DEF) – Knee (28 Days) – Returns: Round 7
This Week’s Games:
Round 3 | July 6 – 9
Friday, July 6th
Orange Miners vs. East Sydney Roosters @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW [night]
Saturday, July 7th
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Fremantle Panthers @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA
Cairns Corals vs. Geelong Rush @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD [twilight]
Perth Ospreys vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Sunday, July 8th
Wellington Vipers vs. Hobart Wolves @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ
Melbourne Hammerheads vs. Darwin Storm @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC [twilight]
Monday, July 9th
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [night]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Round 1, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Round 1, 2023
Match Results:
East Sydney 10.12 (72) lost to Melbourne 11.11 (77) at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Gold Coast 17.7 (109) lost to Wellington 19.18 (132) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Fremantle 14.12 (96) defeated Darwin 10.8 (68) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Melbourne City 12.8 (80) lost to Perth 13.15 (93) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Brisbane 16.15 (111) defeated Cairns 13.14 (92) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Geelong 9.7 (61) lost to Adelaide 17.15 (117) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Orange 24.11 (155) defeated Hobart 11.8 (74) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
It’s not often that a player who is known for being a Manga Artist off the field even gets to the FAFL, Let alone gets nominated for the Jimmy Newman Medal but with her performance in Round 1 consisting of 22 disposals, 11 marks and 3 tackles, Yan Ishida became the first Rookie to be nominated for the 2023 Jimmy Newman Medal. Yan edged out her teammate Errol Cook and Brisbane’s Alice Pitney to take home the Round 1 nomination for the 2023 Jimmy Newman Medal.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
With things early in the season and things still very tight after Round 1, We have decided to not post the Tally for Round 1 and will wait until Round 2 to post the tally after we start to see a bit more of a spread between players.
But your current leaders of the Goalkicking Tally after Round 1, 2023 is…
=1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 5
=1. Delylah James (HOB) – 5
=1. Rudy Walker (ORA) – 5
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Cairns Corals:
Paula Pinkney (DEF) – Left Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Darwin Storm:
Zack Backus (FWD) – Carry-Over Suspension: Rough Play on Sarah-Jane Nelson (GCD) (2 rounds) - Return: Round 3
East Sydney Roosters:
Zhu Min (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Geelong Rush:
Jason MacDonald (FWD) – Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Round 3
Gold Coast Dragons:
Jake Honeycutt (MID) – Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 5
Hobart Wolves:
Keri Hartell (DEF) – Striking Ryder Walker (1 Round) – Returns: Round 3
Zandra Strange (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Perth Ospreys:
Ricky Sanderson (DEF) – Left Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Wellington Vipers:
Tyler Summers (MID) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 3
This Week’s Games:
Round 2 | June 29 – July 2
Thursday, June 29th
Hobart Wolves vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS [night]
Friday, June 30th
Darwin Storm vs. Cairns Corals @ Marrara Oval, Darwin NT [night]
Saturday, July 1st
East Sydney Roosters vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ Manuka Oval, Canberra ACT
Geelong Rush vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC [twilight]
Fremantle Panthers vs. Perth Ospreys @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Sunday, July 2nd
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA
Wellington Vipers vs. Orange Miners @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
East Sydney 10.12 (72) lost to Melbourne 11.11 (77) at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW.
Gold Coast 17.7 (109) lost to Wellington 19.18 (132) at Carrara Stadium on the Gold Coast, QLD.
Fremantle 14.12 (96) defeated Darwin 10.8 (68) at Perth Stadium in Perth, WA.
Melbourne City 12.8 (80) lost to Perth 13.15 (93) at Docklands Stadium in Melbourne, VIC.
Brisbane 16.15 (111) defeated Cairns 13.14 (92) at The Gabba in Brisbane, QLD.
Geelong 9.7 (61) lost to Adelaide 17.15 (117) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC.
Orange 24.11 (155) defeated Hobart 11.8 (74) at Bloomfield Oval in Orange, NSW.
Jimmy Newman Medal Nominee for this round:
Round 1: Yan Ishida (Perth Ospreys)
It’s not often that a player who is known for being a Manga Artist off the field even gets to the FAFL, Let alone gets nominated for the Jimmy Newman Medal but with her performance in Round 1 consisting of 22 disposals, 11 marks and 3 tackles, Yan Ishida became the first Rookie to be nominated for the 2023 Jimmy Newman Medal. Yan edged out her teammate Errol Cook and Brisbane’s Alice Pitney to take home the Round 1 nomination for the 2023 Jimmy Newman Medal.
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal Goalkicking Tally:
With things early in the season and things still very tight after Round 1, We have decided to not post the Tally for Round 1 and will wait until Round 2 to post the tally after we start to see a bit more of a spread between players.
But your current leaders of the Goalkicking Tally after Round 1, 2023 is…
=1. Brendan Murphy (GCD) – 5
=1. Delylah James (HOB) – 5
=1. Rudy Walker (ORA) – 5
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Cairns Corals:
Paula Pinkney (DEF) – Left Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Darwin Storm:
Zack Backus (FWD) – Carry-Over Suspension: Rough Play on Sarah-Jane Nelson (GCD) (2 rounds) - Return: Round 3
East Sydney Roosters:
Zhu Min (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Geelong Rush:
Jason MacDonald (FWD) – Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Round 3
Gold Coast Dragons:
Jake Honeycutt (MID) – Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 5
Hobart Wolves:
Keri Hartell (DEF) – Striking Ryder Walker (1 Round) – Returns: Round 3
Zandra Strange (DEF) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Perth Ospreys:
Ricky Sanderson (DEF) – Left Ankle (14 Days) – Returns: Round 4
Wellington Vipers:
Tyler Summers (MID) – Tail (14 Days) – Returns: Round 3
This Week’s Games:
Round 2 | June 29 – July 2
Thursday, June 29th
Hobart Wolves vs. Brisbane Brumbies @ Bellerive Oval, Hobart TAS [night]
Friday, June 30th
Darwin Storm vs. Cairns Corals @ Marrara Oval, Darwin NT [night]
Saturday, July 1st
East Sydney Roosters vs. Melbourne City Mariners @ Manuka Oval, Canberra ACT
Geelong Rush vs. Gold Coast Dragons @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC [twilight]
Fremantle Panthers vs. Perth Ospreys @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA [night]
Sunday, July 2nd
Adelaide Butcherbirds vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Adelaide Oval, Adelaide SA
Wellington Vipers vs. Orange Miners @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Pre-Season, 2023
Posted 2 years agoFAFL 360: Pre-Season, 2023
2023 FAFL Season Intro:
Hello and welcome to the FAFL 360 for 2023 and It has certainly been a long recess for us. Certainly longer than we were expecting when we finished up on Grand Final Day 2022. Well, It’s certainly been an interesting off-season.
After the festivities of the 2022 FAFL Grand Final were over and the Gold Coast Dragons were crowned as Champions, The league went into a lockout as the Players Association and the League failed to come to terms to a new Collective Bargaining Agreement. This would lead to months of tense negotiations between the FAFLPA, the league and the teams. All with Free Agency, the draft and later the season on hold.
It seemed like for a while that we might not have even gotten a season underway in 2023 but in Mid-March, We got an agreement with the FAFLPA willing to continue the previous CBA for another season with the teams also getting a $1,000,000 salary increase for 2023. A full permanent CBA is yet to set in place and time will tell if both parties will be able to come together and hash out a full agreement during the season.
The effects that the Lockout has had on the 2023 FAFL Season is that the season has had it’s usual 22 round competition knocked down to a 16 game season spread over 17 weeks with Free Agency happening in April, The Draft happening in May and Pre-Season happening in June with the season starting properly on June 22nd, 2023.
It’s had a massive effect on everything from the schedule to player fitness with certain players coming in overweight like Adelaide’s Jay Samuelson to club revenue going down due to the lack of matchdays to even broadcasters having to find replacement programing with broadcasters such as Wes Kerry hosting Superfurs Championship coverage on the Seagull Network to fulfill his contract with the network.
With a new TV deal to be negotiated as well, It is very much going to be a very busy time at FAFL House this season as they try to set up their future. While things might be a bit shaky behind the scenes right now, Both sides are just glad to finally be back playing Footy.
It’s been a long off-season but we’re finally back to playing footy in the FAFL and before we start off the 2023 FAFL Season, We hope you enjoy the highlights from the 2022 FAFL Grand Final Presentation.
2022 FAFL Grand Final Presentation:
Ladies and Gentlefurs, Before we begin the formal presentation following the 2022 Coyota FAFL Grand Final, We'd like to thank the FAFL's major partner Coyota for all of their support they have given to this wonderful game.
Before we continue, We'd like to thank the field and goal umpires for their contribution in today's game. We would like to invite them up to collect their medals.
Umpires collect medals
Well, It went down to the wire today but in the end, It would be Wellington who fell short but were gallant in defeat. They've had a magnificent season as well. I'd like to invite Wellington Captain, Brett Sanchez up to the podium to say a few words.
Brett: First of all, To the FAFL and it's sponsors. They put on a great event each year and this one was no exception.
To the Vipers fans and our partners, We really appreciate the support you've given us these past 2 years. Sorry we couldn't get it done. I know it hurts a lot now but I know we'll be back and revving to go come next season and hopefully we can go one better in Season 2023.
To the Dragons, Bryan Shadowolf, Matthew Blake and the rest of the team You've been a great opponent today. You've been a well drilled team all these years and very much deserve this premiership so well done.
And to Kelli Jennings and the rest of our playing list, We couldn't get it done in the end after giving it our all. We'll lick our wounds and I know it's gonna hurt for a long while to come but if we look at where we were when we starts to where we are now. We've made huge strides and hopefully we can take something from this that will inspire us to go one step further in the future.
Thank Everyone, Ta.
Thanks Brett, We look forward to seeing you and the Vipers in Season 2023.
Ladies and Gentlefurs, Would you welcome to the stage, 2002 Geoff Rose Medalist with the Gold Coast and 2009 Premiership Player with Adelaide, Tarni Campbell to present the 2022 Geoff Rose Medal.
Tarni: Walks up to the podium, smiling brightly Dragons! Gold Coast! It's been such a long time since i've stepped on this pitch. But that's not to say I don't remember it all...all the trials, the tears and the smiles...
I remember back to a time when a younger, slightly more spry Tarni was here playing her heart out in the Grand Final. It wasn't exactly the outcome we've had today but I still found myself taking the stand to collect my own Geoff Rose medal...
Much as I may be known for winning elsewhere, i'm always a Dragon in the heart. And twenty years later...it seems almost too well written in the stars that i'm here today to present this very award...and thankfully in much happier circumstances!
And it's with great pleasure that I announce and introduce your 2022 Geoff Rose medalist...Jon Van Middlesworth!
JVM comes up to the podium smiling. Happy to have won the medal after winning the game for his team in the 4th Quarter.
Jonathan: What can I say? After what happened last year, I never thought I'd be playing Footy at a high level again. Let alone winning a Premiership and the Geoff Rose Medal.
It's been a brilliant ride this year and to top it off with a performance like this honestly leaves me humbled with the Dragons. They took a shot on me when no-one else would and I can't repay them enough.
Commiserations to the Vipers. I have no hard feelings towards you guys, You're a great team with great players. I'll be the first to admit that I just wasn't the right fit and I have a feeling you guys will be back here to do it one better down the road.
And To our fans, You're the best fanbase in the league, You're always behind us and after so many years in the wilderness, We're finally paying you back. Premiership No. 2! Let's Go!!!!
Congratulations Jonathan.
Because it's every young footballers dream, To be here on this day, The Last Saturday in September. Ladies and Gentlefurs, With much pleasure that we welcome 22 participants from the FAFL Furkick program who will now present the premiership medallions to each player of the Gold Coast Dragons.
All 22 Players one by one come up and collect their medals with big pops going to Jonathan Van Middlesworth, Tobias Rodgers, Mark Jacotine, Austin Warner and Jake Honeycutt as they collect their medals
"Number 11.... Julie Reisman!"
Julie hops up on stage with a big, if somewhat goofy smile as she got her medal "This end of the Premiership sure feels better than last time!" Looking to the camera "Hey Laura! I know you're watching sis!"
"And Finally, The captain, Number 4.... Matthew Blake!"
Matthew Blake comes up to collect his 2nd Premiership Medal while also giving his boots to the Furkicker presenting his medal and to say a few words
Matthew: It feels great to be back up here after Last Year.
Firstly to the FAFL and their major partners, We thank you for putting on a great season.
Secondly to the fans, Thank you guys for coming out. You're the lifeblood of the game, Without you guys. We've got no game. You truly make us what we are.
To the Vipers, You gave us a hell of a fight today and you've been brilliant this year. I'm sure you guys will be back soon and going one better.
To our partners FMW, FURX Gold and FSC. Thank you for your continued support of the club.
To my teammates, Our fans and everyone involved with the Dragons, not just this year but in years past. I hope you guys are sitting back proud. They're a hell of a group. This players are so special! It's coming back to the Gold Coast!!!
Now would you welcome 1994 Premiership Coach, Alen Hurley to present the Catherine Spence Medal to the coach of the 2022 FAFL Premiership Team, Bryan Shadowolf of the Gold Coast Dragons.
Bryan comes up on stage to collect the medal and say a few words
Bryan: Could we just reiterate how much admiration we have for the Vipers.
To see what they've done in the past 2 seasons has been incredible. This is a team that will go far in my opinion.
I'd like to thank the Dragons fans who have stuck by this club since Day 1. It took us a very long time but now, We are starting to repay the devotion you've given us.
To my players, You're the best bunch of players a coach could ever want. You guys give your heart and soul to this team. Without you guys, I'd just be a Big Wolf with no team. You're the true heroes of this game.
Finally, I'd like to thank the FAFL for putting the competition on year after year. This is the best comp in the world in my opinion. Nothing beats this feeling, I can tell ya.
It feels great to be back up here again.
Thank You.
And now, Ladies and Gentlefurs, I have great pleasure in welcoming Former Gold Coast and Melbourne Coach and 1996 Premiership Coach, Kevin Schneider with presenting the Premiership Cup to Captain Matthew Blake and Coach Bryan Shadowolf of the Gold Coast Dragons!
Kevin presents Matthew and Bryan with the 2022 Premiership Cup.
Matthew and Bryan lift up the cup as the rest of the Panthers come running on to the stage to celebrate as Confetti starts firing everywhere
Thank you Kevin and that's concludes our presentations. Congratulations to the Gold Coast Dragons winning their 2nd premiership and now our 2022 FAFL Premiers go on a lap of honour around the MCG!
Thank you for supporting the FAFL in Season 2022. We hope to see you again in Season 2023.
2022 Jimmy Newman Medal and FAFLPA Awards Results:
2022 Jimmy Newman Medal (for Best Rookie):
Sammi Hodgson (CAI) - 20 Votes
Aelita Sallander (GEEL) - 15 Votes
Aron Wheeler (PER) - 11 Votes
Jake Honeycutt (GCD) - 10 Votes
Rudolph Kelly (ESR) - 10 Votes
2022 Most Improved Player:
Jonathan Van Middlesworth (GCD) - 22 Votes
Brock Forrester (MCM) - 15 Votes
Mile Nguyen (BRIS) - 15 Votes
Dak Cooper (ESR) - 10 Votes
Nina Hivers (WEL) - 4 Votes
2022 Best Coach Award:
Timmerie Bryant (CAI) - 19 Votes
Theresa Mahoney (ESR) - 18 Votes
Kelli Jennings (WEL) - 14 Votes
Bryan Shadowolf (GCD) - 13 Votes
Travis Stephens (DAR) - 2 Votes
2022 Best Captain Award:
Brett Sanchez (WEL) - 23 Votes
Matthew Blake (GCD) - 16 Votes
Jacob Hawkins Jr (CAI) - 12 Votes
Dane Kemp (DAR) - 10 Votes
Liam Deeland (ESR) - 5 Votes
2022 Best Veteran Award:
Gregory Perkins (GEEL) - 21 Votes
Damien Knightley (MELB) - 18 Votes
Douglas Guillen (ADEL) - 10 Votes
Eric Blakeston (CAI) - 10 Votes
Tracy Remington (MELB) - 7 Votes
2022 Best Interchange Player Award:
Frasier McGurik (FRE) - 21 Votes
James Reid (ADEL) - 15 Votes
Lee Christensen (ESR) - 13 Votes
Maximillian Sabre (GCD) - 11 Votes
Ryan Palmer (ORA) - 6 Votes
2022 Best International Player Award:
Frazier Appleby (ESR) - 18 Votes
Gunārs Krūmiņš (ADEL) - 18 Votes
Jay Samuelson (ADEL) - 16 Votes
Zach Everett (WEL) - 13 Votes
Zoe Rossington (MELB) - 1 Vote
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Annita Huskey (FWD) – Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Round 2
Cairns Corals:
Martine Desharnais (FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 2
Darwin Storm:
Zack Backus (FWD) – Carry-Over Suspension: Rough Play on Sarah-Jane Nelson (GCD) (2 rounds) - Return: Round 3
East Sydney Roosters:
Nick Moon (DEF) – Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 2
Geelong Rush:
Jason MacDonald (FWD) – Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Round 3
Gold Coast Dragons:
Jake Honeycutt (MID) – Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 5
Melbourne City Mariners:
Alan Henderson (RUCK) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 2
Wellington Vipers:
Dayna Brunskill (FWD) - Carry-Over Suspension: Striking Jimmy James (FRE) - Return: Round 2
This Week’s Games:
Round 1 | June 22-25
Thursday, June 22nd
East Sydney Roosters vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW [night]
Friday, June 23rd
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Wellington Vipers @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD [night]
Saturday, June 24th
Fremantle Panthers vs. Darwin Storm @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Perth Ospreys @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [twilight]
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Cairns Corals @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD [night]
Sunday, June 25th
Geelong Rush vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC
Orange Miners vs. Hobart Wolves @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
2023 FAFL Season Intro:
Hello and welcome to the FAFL 360 for 2023 and It has certainly been a long recess for us. Certainly longer than we were expecting when we finished up on Grand Final Day 2022. Well, It’s certainly been an interesting off-season.
After the festivities of the 2022 FAFL Grand Final were over and the Gold Coast Dragons were crowned as Champions, The league went into a lockout as the Players Association and the League failed to come to terms to a new Collective Bargaining Agreement. This would lead to months of tense negotiations between the FAFLPA, the league and the teams. All with Free Agency, the draft and later the season on hold.
It seemed like for a while that we might not have even gotten a season underway in 2023 but in Mid-March, We got an agreement with the FAFLPA willing to continue the previous CBA for another season with the teams also getting a $1,000,000 salary increase for 2023. A full permanent CBA is yet to set in place and time will tell if both parties will be able to come together and hash out a full agreement during the season.
The effects that the Lockout has had on the 2023 FAFL Season is that the season has had it’s usual 22 round competition knocked down to a 16 game season spread over 17 weeks with Free Agency happening in April, The Draft happening in May and Pre-Season happening in June with the season starting properly on June 22nd, 2023.
It’s had a massive effect on everything from the schedule to player fitness with certain players coming in overweight like Adelaide’s Jay Samuelson to club revenue going down due to the lack of matchdays to even broadcasters having to find replacement programing with broadcasters such as Wes Kerry hosting Superfurs Championship coverage on the Seagull Network to fulfill his contract with the network.
With a new TV deal to be negotiated as well, It is very much going to be a very busy time at FAFL House this season as they try to set up their future. While things might be a bit shaky behind the scenes right now, Both sides are just glad to finally be back playing Footy.
It’s been a long off-season but we’re finally back to playing footy in the FAFL and before we start off the 2023 FAFL Season, We hope you enjoy the highlights from the 2022 FAFL Grand Final Presentation.
2022 FAFL Grand Final Presentation:
Ladies and Gentlefurs, Before we begin the formal presentation following the 2022 Coyota FAFL Grand Final, We'd like to thank the FAFL's major partner Coyota for all of their support they have given to this wonderful game.
Before we continue, We'd like to thank the field and goal umpires for their contribution in today's game. We would like to invite them up to collect their medals.
Umpires collect medals
Well, It went down to the wire today but in the end, It would be Wellington who fell short but were gallant in defeat. They've had a magnificent season as well. I'd like to invite Wellington Captain, Brett Sanchez up to the podium to say a few words.
Brett: First of all, To the FAFL and it's sponsors. They put on a great event each year and this one was no exception.
To the Vipers fans and our partners, We really appreciate the support you've given us these past 2 years. Sorry we couldn't get it done. I know it hurts a lot now but I know we'll be back and revving to go come next season and hopefully we can go one better in Season 2023.
To the Dragons, Bryan Shadowolf, Matthew Blake and the rest of the team You've been a great opponent today. You've been a well drilled team all these years and very much deserve this premiership so well done.
And to Kelli Jennings and the rest of our playing list, We couldn't get it done in the end after giving it our all. We'll lick our wounds and I know it's gonna hurt for a long while to come but if we look at where we were when we starts to where we are now. We've made huge strides and hopefully we can take something from this that will inspire us to go one step further in the future.
Thank Everyone, Ta.
Thanks Brett, We look forward to seeing you and the Vipers in Season 2023.
Ladies and Gentlefurs, Would you welcome to the stage, 2002 Geoff Rose Medalist with the Gold Coast and 2009 Premiership Player with Adelaide, Tarni Campbell to present the 2022 Geoff Rose Medal.
Tarni: Walks up to the podium, smiling brightly Dragons! Gold Coast! It's been such a long time since i've stepped on this pitch. But that's not to say I don't remember it all...all the trials, the tears and the smiles...
I remember back to a time when a younger, slightly more spry Tarni was here playing her heart out in the Grand Final. It wasn't exactly the outcome we've had today but I still found myself taking the stand to collect my own Geoff Rose medal...
Much as I may be known for winning elsewhere, i'm always a Dragon in the heart. And twenty years later...it seems almost too well written in the stars that i'm here today to present this very award...and thankfully in much happier circumstances!
And it's with great pleasure that I announce and introduce your 2022 Geoff Rose medalist...Jon Van Middlesworth!
JVM comes up to the podium smiling. Happy to have won the medal after winning the game for his team in the 4th Quarter.
Jonathan: What can I say? After what happened last year, I never thought I'd be playing Footy at a high level again. Let alone winning a Premiership and the Geoff Rose Medal.
It's been a brilliant ride this year and to top it off with a performance like this honestly leaves me humbled with the Dragons. They took a shot on me when no-one else would and I can't repay them enough.
Commiserations to the Vipers. I have no hard feelings towards you guys, You're a great team with great players. I'll be the first to admit that I just wasn't the right fit and I have a feeling you guys will be back here to do it one better down the road.
And To our fans, You're the best fanbase in the league, You're always behind us and after so many years in the wilderness, We're finally paying you back. Premiership No. 2! Let's Go!!!!
Congratulations Jonathan.
Because it's every young footballers dream, To be here on this day, The Last Saturday in September. Ladies and Gentlefurs, With much pleasure that we welcome 22 participants from the FAFL Furkick program who will now present the premiership medallions to each player of the Gold Coast Dragons.
All 22 Players one by one come up and collect their medals with big pops going to Jonathan Van Middlesworth, Tobias Rodgers, Mark Jacotine, Austin Warner and Jake Honeycutt as they collect their medals
"Number 11.... Julie Reisman!"
Julie hops up on stage with a big, if somewhat goofy smile as she got her medal "This end of the Premiership sure feels better than last time!" Looking to the camera "Hey Laura! I know you're watching sis!"
"And Finally, The captain, Number 4.... Matthew Blake!"
Matthew Blake comes up to collect his 2nd Premiership Medal while also giving his boots to the Furkicker presenting his medal and to say a few words
Matthew: It feels great to be back up here after Last Year.
Firstly to the FAFL and their major partners, We thank you for putting on a great season.
Secondly to the fans, Thank you guys for coming out. You're the lifeblood of the game, Without you guys. We've got no game. You truly make us what we are.
To the Vipers, You gave us a hell of a fight today and you've been brilliant this year. I'm sure you guys will be back soon and going one better.
To our partners FMW, FURX Gold and FSC. Thank you for your continued support of the club.
To my teammates, Our fans and everyone involved with the Dragons, not just this year but in years past. I hope you guys are sitting back proud. They're a hell of a group. This players are so special! It's coming back to the Gold Coast!!!
Now would you welcome 1994 Premiership Coach, Alen Hurley to present the Catherine Spence Medal to the coach of the 2022 FAFL Premiership Team, Bryan Shadowolf of the Gold Coast Dragons.
Bryan comes up on stage to collect the medal and say a few words
Bryan: Could we just reiterate how much admiration we have for the Vipers.
To see what they've done in the past 2 seasons has been incredible. This is a team that will go far in my opinion.
I'd like to thank the Dragons fans who have stuck by this club since Day 1. It took us a very long time but now, We are starting to repay the devotion you've given us.
To my players, You're the best bunch of players a coach could ever want. You guys give your heart and soul to this team. Without you guys, I'd just be a Big Wolf with no team. You're the true heroes of this game.
Finally, I'd like to thank the FAFL for putting the competition on year after year. This is the best comp in the world in my opinion. Nothing beats this feeling, I can tell ya.
It feels great to be back up here again.
Thank You.
And now, Ladies and Gentlefurs, I have great pleasure in welcoming Former Gold Coast and Melbourne Coach and 1996 Premiership Coach, Kevin Schneider with presenting the Premiership Cup to Captain Matthew Blake and Coach Bryan Shadowolf of the Gold Coast Dragons!
Kevin presents Matthew and Bryan with the 2022 Premiership Cup.
Matthew and Bryan lift up the cup as the rest of the Panthers come running on to the stage to celebrate as Confetti starts firing everywhere
Thank you Kevin and that's concludes our presentations. Congratulations to the Gold Coast Dragons winning their 2nd premiership and now our 2022 FAFL Premiers go on a lap of honour around the MCG!
Thank you for supporting the FAFL in Season 2022. We hope to see you again in Season 2023.
2022 Jimmy Newman Medal and FAFLPA Awards Results:
2022 Jimmy Newman Medal (for Best Rookie):
Sammi Hodgson (CAI) - 20 Votes
Aelita Sallander (GEEL) - 15 Votes
Aron Wheeler (PER) - 11 Votes
Jake Honeycutt (GCD) - 10 Votes
Rudolph Kelly (ESR) - 10 Votes
2022 Most Improved Player:
Jonathan Van Middlesworth (GCD) - 22 Votes
Brock Forrester (MCM) - 15 Votes
Mile Nguyen (BRIS) - 15 Votes
Dak Cooper (ESR) - 10 Votes
Nina Hivers (WEL) - 4 Votes
2022 Best Coach Award:
Timmerie Bryant (CAI) - 19 Votes
Theresa Mahoney (ESR) - 18 Votes
Kelli Jennings (WEL) - 14 Votes
Bryan Shadowolf (GCD) - 13 Votes
Travis Stephens (DAR) - 2 Votes
2022 Best Captain Award:
Brett Sanchez (WEL) - 23 Votes
Matthew Blake (GCD) - 16 Votes
Jacob Hawkins Jr (CAI) - 12 Votes
Dane Kemp (DAR) - 10 Votes
Liam Deeland (ESR) - 5 Votes
2022 Best Veteran Award:
Gregory Perkins (GEEL) - 21 Votes
Damien Knightley (MELB) - 18 Votes
Douglas Guillen (ADEL) - 10 Votes
Eric Blakeston (CAI) - 10 Votes
Tracy Remington (MELB) - 7 Votes
2022 Best Interchange Player Award:
Frasier McGurik (FRE) - 21 Votes
James Reid (ADEL) - 15 Votes
Lee Christensen (ESR) - 13 Votes
Maximillian Sabre (GCD) - 11 Votes
Ryan Palmer (ORA) - 6 Votes
2022 Best International Player Award:
Frazier Appleby (ESR) - 18 Votes
Gunārs Krūmiņš (ADEL) - 18 Votes
Jay Samuelson (ADEL) - 16 Votes
Zach Everett (WEL) - 13 Votes
Zoe Rossington (MELB) - 1 Vote
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
Adelaide Butcherbirds:
Annita Huskey (FWD) – Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Round 2
Cairns Corals:
Martine Desharnais (FWD) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 2
Darwin Storm:
Zack Backus (FWD) – Carry-Over Suspension: Rough Play on Sarah-Jane Nelson (GCD) (2 rounds) - Return: Round 3
East Sydney Roosters:
Nick Moon (DEF) – Hamstring (21 Days) – Returns: Round 2
Geelong Rush:
Jason MacDonald (FWD) – Groin (21 Days) – Returns: Round 3
Gold Coast Dragons:
Jake Honeycutt (MID) – Shoulder (40 Days) – Returns: Round 5
Melbourne City Mariners:
Alan Henderson (RUCK) – Concussion (14 Days) – Returns: Round 2
Wellington Vipers:
Dayna Brunskill (FWD) - Carry-Over Suspension: Striking Jimmy James (FRE) - Return: Round 2
This Week’s Games:
Round 1 | June 22-25
Thursday, June 22nd
East Sydney Roosters vs. Melbourne Hammerheads @ Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney NSW [night]
Friday, June 23rd
Gold Coast Dragons vs. Wellington Vipers @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD [night]
Saturday, June 24th
Fremantle Panthers vs. Darwin Storm @ Perth Stadium, Perth WA
Melbourne City Mariners vs. Perth Ospreys @ Docklands Stadium, Melbourne VIC [twilight]
Brisbane Brumbies vs. Cairns Corals @ The Gabba, Brisbane QLD [night]
Sunday, June 25th
Geelong Rush vs. Adelaide Butcherbirds @ Kardinia Park, Geelong VIC
Orange Miners vs. Hobart Wolves @ Bloomfield Oval, Orange NSW [twilight]
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Coaching Positions Open for Season 2023!
Posted 3 years agoHey Guys, Bryan here.
We officially have 2 vacancies for coaching positions with positions available at Adelaide and Melbourne City.
If you are to join as a coach, You would get help from one of the other coaches and you would also be given a quick crash course in the sport if you need it to help you understand the sport. I know the sport can look daunting to outsiders but I promise that it's pretty easy to understand once you get your head around things.
If you are interested in being a coach and running a team in the FAFL for Season 2023 and do not currently coach a team, Fill out the form below and join our Discord server!
https://forms.gle/6gYMHjbaXkndi9Jd9
https://discord.gg/2pGkNenGQz
We hope to see you involved in Season 2023!
Bryan Shadowbuck,
FAFL Commissioner
We officially have 2 vacancies for coaching positions with positions available at Adelaide and Melbourne City.
If you are to join as a coach, You would get help from one of the other coaches and you would also be given a quick crash course in the sport if you need it to help you understand the sport. I know the sport can look daunting to outsiders but I promise that it's pretty easy to understand once you get your head around things.
If you are interested in being a coach and running a team in the FAFL for Season 2023 and do not currently coach a team, Fill out the form below and join our Discord server!
https://forms.gle/6gYMHjbaXkndi9Jd9
https://discord.gg/2pGkNenGQz
We hope to see you involved in Season 2023!
Bryan Shadowbuck,
FAFL Commissioner
FAFL 360: Finals Week 3, 2022
Posted 3 years agoFAFL 360: Finals Week 3, 2022
Match Results:
First PF:
Wellington Vipers 24.8 (152) defeated Fremantle Panthers 8.12 (60) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ
Second PF:
Gold Coast Dragons 10.17 (77) defeated Cairns Corals 9.9 (63) at Carrara Stadium in Gold Coast, QLD
Grand Final Week:
It’s been a long season, but it always culminates to this, Grand Final Week. The week where we not only find out who won the Highest Individual prize in Australian Football with the C.J. Willing Trophy but we’d have the build-up to the 2022 FAFL Grand Final which includes the 2022 FAFL Grand Final Parade and the final training sessions for each team.
Starting off the week was the count for the 2022 C.J. Willing Trophy. This Year was a tightly fought contest between many players but in the end it was Cairns Corals Midfielder, Milo Yates who took home the prize with 24 votes. While the Corals would be sad that they wouldn’t be playing in the biggest game of the year, To see one of their own win the highest award a player can win was certainly a good way to end 2022.
Next up were the Final Training Sessions for each team during the week. While some were pretty quiet to the media like Gold Coast’s Jonathan Van Middlesworth, Others like Wellington’s Nina Hivers were very much happy to front the media about how they’re handling this week.
Nina Hivers: Well the big trick for me...treat it like any other game. It's been said it's not the moment itself that's the hard part...it's the leadup to said moment, so by prepping like it's another game in the season it helps me keep a sense of calm in a very tense situation.
This also gave players like Tobias Rodgers who were unable to play last year for the Dragons to be reflective while also showing their excitement that they’ll be playing this time around.
Tobias Rodgers: "Honestly, it feels great knowing that I get to have this (possible) final dance with my teammates. It's been a wild ride and I'm glad I get a chance to play in this Grand Final. "
By the time the week progressed to Friday, We were at the traditional Grand Final Parade through the streets of Melbourne. Both teams would be sent through the major streets of Melbourne to the MCG, While some players would struggle with the interruption that the Parade brought to their preparation for the Big Game. Some would take it somewhat in stride.
Julie Reisman: Well, you know i'm usually more on the shy side but seeing it's our second time around i've eased up a bit to this...whole parade song and dance. For practice i'd say even with this ballyhoo it's all in making the training time you get productive. Running through your drills and basics, sitting with your teammates and really getting into sync with them...It may be less time I guess but it's still productive time.
By the time the parade got to Yarra Park, Both teams would be presented to a huge crowd. Wellington Captain, Brett Sanchez would make the world know how he felt to finally get to a Grand Final.
Brett Sanchez: This is an amazing time for me. With the time I spent in Geelong, We didn’t even get close to this point. But to get here as the captain of a team who has worked their butts off to get here. Just, It makes me very proud and excited for tomorrow afternoon. Bring on the Grand Final I say!
Both Captains would then lift the up the cup for the crowd with both Wellington Captain, Brett Sanchez and Gold Coast Captain, Matthew Blake trying to hold onto the cup for as long as they could before putting it back down.
Finally, Before both teams would go back to their hotels where they would stay until the next morning before heading the MCG for the big game, Both Coaches would have a joint press conference.
Wellington Coach, Kelli Jennings would be reflective on the last time she was at the Grand Final as coach and the trip Wellington had taken to get to this position.
Kelli Jennings: Well, being here is both familiar and surprising, I don't think anyone expected us to be in the Grand Final, even me. Our goal was top 8, we smashed that, took the minor premiership, so being here is a heck of a bonus.
Now that we're here though, of course we won't make it easy for the Dragons, even without Murray and Dayna. Our team is determined, we have nothing to lose here, so there actually isn't as much pressure as everyone probably thinks.
Gold Coast Coach, Bryan Shadowolf would be coming into the game wanting the Dragons to redeem themselves from last year’s pitiful performance in the Grand Final.
Bryan Shadowolf: Ever since the start of this season, one thing has been on our minds. Redemption. Last Year’s Grand Final was not the type of performance that this team should be putting in and we knew it. We very much stunk up the joint last year.
This year was a fight to get back to this stage and to prove to the world that we were better then that and to get here, I mean. This is the goal. We’re here to win it. I expect a fight between us and Wellington tomorrow. Kelli has created a team that will Never Say Die and we are not going to forget what happened last year and we will be fighting until the Final Siren win or lose.
We’re here to play our best performance tomorrow and Wellington are gonna want to be ready for that. We’re not going to be pushovers again.
And with that, All that is left now is for the big game to be played. Both teams will be having a nervous night but come tomorrow, All they’ll be wanting to do is go out there and play the game.
But before we go, Let’s head back to Monday Night and let the C.J. Willing Trophy winner say a few words.
C.J. Willing Trophy Speech:
Wes Kerry: Well, here we are. The position that every footballer dreams of. Milo Yates, C.J. Willing Trophy Winner. How does that sound to you?
Milo Yates: It's... unreal. I didn't imagine I'd be winning this award so soon, or at all. I just want to help my team on the pitch 😅 I'm here for only two years and already won two awards... I don't know what to think of it, it's going to be a challenge for them not to get to my head. I don't want to be arrogant and selfish.
Wes Kerry: Last Year, You showed us the promise you had in a Cairns team that won the wooden spoon. This year, You guys got within one win of a Grand Final appearance. What were you thinking during the year? Did you think you'd be right here on Willing Trophy Night?
Milo Yates: None of us thought we'd make it so far after last year. But during the off-season, we all agreed that the only way to go is up and we should use the bottom as something to bounce off of to gain momentum. And it worked. Apparently it worked for Wellington too, and they are still rolling. Definitely wouldn't bet on them and us making it this far.
Wes Kerry: Your Parents have been with you all the way throughout your journey, How did they react to you being selected to a team only one hour away from your hometown of Port Douglas and how have they handled their son being the face of the Cairns Corals?
Milo Yates: My parents... looks for them in the audience, spotting them after a short while ...they were happy that they didn't have to travel far to see me play. We're still regularly in contact, I'm still only 21 after all.
They keep telling me how everyone in our Port Douglas neighbourhood keeps asking about me, and the attention that comes with it, both good and bad. I am forever thankful for having them, without them I wouldn't be here... *Milo has a few tears in his eye*
Wes Kerry: You came in as the first ever pick for the Cairns Corals, I know Timmerie Bryant thought of you pretty highly when selecting you. Tell us about the player-coach relationship between the two of you?
Milo Yates: To be honest I didn't think I'd get picked this early. I had no idea what coach Bryant saw in me back then. But here we are 😅 She is intense, but treating everyone on the same level. No one is irreplaceable, so if you don't put in 100% you'll lose the spot to someone who does. It's that simple. Might be harsh, and it really was for me in the first year, but I adapted very quickly. Even I'm surprised by that if I'm honest, it all just fell together.
Wes Kerry: Tell us about your teammates. You guys have managed to turn things around very quickly up there. What role have you played behind the scenes in training and in terms of relationship with them?
Milo Yates: We had to get on the same page. The whole team was disorganized in the first year and that put us on the bottom. So lots of team building was needed, and thankfully it paid off.
About my role, I don't like to be seen as superior to anyone. I struggle with being the leader. I felt very nervous when I had the captain role in some games that Jacob (Hawkins Jr) didn't play in. I don't feel I have a significant influence on things, it's all team effort and team decisions.
Wes Kerry: Finally, Before I let you go. The microphone is all yours. Any thanks you want to give to anyone?
Milo Yates: ...well, sincere thank you to everyone who supported me to get to this point, you all know who you are. I don't want to name out everyone because I'd surely forget some ^^ But thank you all ❤️
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2022:
Round 1: Aelita Sallander (Geelong Generals)
Round 2: Aron Wheeler (Perth Ospreys)
Round 3: Sammi Hodgson (Cairns Corals)
Round 4: Wendy Hopper (Hobart Wolves)
Round 5: Frasier McGuirk (Fremantle Panthers)
Round 6: Radhika Saxena (Fremantle Panthers)
Round 7: Brittany Darby (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 8: Tracy Twist (Darwin Storm)
Round 9: Greg Brackson (Perth Ospreys)
Round 10: Mike Beck (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Oscar Crisp (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 12: Ashley Benest-Cordy (Cairns Corals)
Round 13: Jake Honeycutt (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 14: Rudolph Kelly (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 15: Niles Hobbs (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 16: Suzie Myers (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 17: Wally Weekes (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 18: Buster Bush (Orange Miners)
Round 19: Jared Finch (Geelong Generals)
Round 20: Micah Tamanisau (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 21: Da-Hye Park (Cairns Corals)
Round 22: Sandra Auger (Brisbane Brumbies)
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal winner
Derrick Bristol (East Sydney Roosters) - 75 goals
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
(teams outside the finals or eliminated from the finals won’t be listed)
Cairns Corals:
Zack Backus (FWD) - Rough Play on Sarah-Jane Nelson (GCD) (2 rounds) - Return: Round 3, 2023
Wellington Vipers:
Murray Siddall (MID) - Left knee (4 weeks) - Return: 2023
Dayna Brunskill (FWD) - Striking Jimmy James (FRE) - Return: Round 2, 2023’
This Week’s Games:
FAFL Grand Final
Saturday October 22nd, 2022
Wellington Vipers vs Gold Coast Dragons @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
First PF:
Wellington Vipers 24.8 (152) defeated Fremantle Panthers 8.12 (60) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ
Second PF:
Gold Coast Dragons 10.17 (77) defeated Cairns Corals 9.9 (63) at Carrara Stadium in Gold Coast, QLD
Grand Final Week:
It’s been a long season, but it always culminates to this, Grand Final Week. The week where we not only find out who won the Highest Individual prize in Australian Football with the C.J. Willing Trophy but we’d have the build-up to the 2022 FAFL Grand Final which includes the 2022 FAFL Grand Final Parade and the final training sessions for each team.
Starting off the week was the count for the 2022 C.J. Willing Trophy. This Year was a tightly fought contest between many players but in the end it was Cairns Corals Midfielder, Milo Yates who took home the prize with 24 votes. While the Corals would be sad that they wouldn’t be playing in the biggest game of the year, To see one of their own win the highest award a player can win was certainly a good way to end 2022.
Next up were the Final Training Sessions for each team during the week. While some were pretty quiet to the media like Gold Coast’s Jonathan Van Middlesworth, Others like Wellington’s Nina Hivers were very much happy to front the media about how they’re handling this week.
Nina Hivers: Well the big trick for me...treat it like any other game. It's been said it's not the moment itself that's the hard part...it's the leadup to said moment, so by prepping like it's another game in the season it helps me keep a sense of calm in a very tense situation.
This also gave players like Tobias Rodgers who were unable to play last year for the Dragons to be reflective while also showing their excitement that they’ll be playing this time around.
Tobias Rodgers: "Honestly, it feels great knowing that I get to have this (possible) final dance with my teammates. It's been a wild ride and I'm glad I get a chance to play in this Grand Final. "
By the time the week progressed to Friday, We were at the traditional Grand Final Parade through the streets of Melbourne. Both teams would be sent through the major streets of Melbourne to the MCG, While some players would struggle with the interruption that the Parade brought to their preparation for the Big Game. Some would take it somewhat in stride.
Julie Reisman: Well, you know i'm usually more on the shy side but seeing it's our second time around i've eased up a bit to this...whole parade song and dance. For practice i'd say even with this ballyhoo it's all in making the training time you get productive. Running through your drills and basics, sitting with your teammates and really getting into sync with them...It may be less time I guess but it's still productive time.
By the time the parade got to Yarra Park, Both teams would be presented to a huge crowd. Wellington Captain, Brett Sanchez would make the world know how he felt to finally get to a Grand Final.
Brett Sanchez: This is an amazing time for me. With the time I spent in Geelong, We didn’t even get close to this point. But to get here as the captain of a team who has worked their butts off to get here. Just, It makes me very proud and excited for tomorrow afternoon. Bring on the Grand Final I say!
Both Captains would then lift the up the cup for the crowd with both Wellington Captain, Brett Sanchez and Gold Coast Captain, Matthew Blake trying to hold onto the cup for as long as they could before putting it back down.
Finally, Before both teams would go back to their hotels where they would stay until the next morning before heading the MCG for the big game, Both Coaches would have a joint press conference.
Wellington Coach, Kelli Jennings would be reflective on the last time she was at the Grand Final as coach and the trip Wellington had taken to get to this position.
Kelli Jennings: Well, being here is both familiar and surprising, I don't think anyone expected us to be in the Grand Final, even me. Our goal was top 8, we smashed that, took the minor premiership, so being here is a heck of a bonus.
Now that we're here though, of course we won't make it easy for the Dragons, even without Murray and Dayna. Our team is determined, we have nothing to lose here, so there actually isn't as much pressure as everyone probably thinks.
Gold Coast Coach, Bryan Shadowolf would be coming into the game wanting the Dragons to redeem themselves from last year’s pitiful performance in the Grand Final.
Bryan Shadowolf: Ever since the start of this season, one thing has been on our minds. Redemption. Last Year’s Grand Final was not the type of performance that this team should be putting in and we knew it. We very much stunk up the joint last year.
This year was a fight to get back to this stage and to prove to the world that we were better then that and to get here, I mean. This is the goal. We’re here to win it. I expect a fight between us and Wellington tomorrow. Kelli has created a team that will Never Say Die and we are not going to forget what happened last year and we will be fighting until the Final Siren win or lose.
We’re here to play our best performance tomorrow and Wellington are gonna want to be ready for that. We’re not going to be pushovers again.
And with that, All that is left now is for the big game to be played. Both teams will be having a nervous night but come tomorrow, All they’ll be wanting to do is go out there and play the game.
But before we go, Let’s head back to Monday Night and let the C.J. Willing Trophy winner say a few words.
C.J. Willing Trophy Speech:
Wes Kerry: Well, here we are. The position that every footballer dreams of. Milo Yates, C.J. Willing Trophy Winner. How does that sound to you?
Milo Yates: It's... unreal. I didn't imagine I'd be winning this award so soon, or at all. I just want to help my team on the pitch 😅 I'm here for only two years and already won two awards... I don't know what to think of it, it's going to be a challenge for them not to get to my head. I don't want to be arrogant and selfish.
Wes Kerry: Last Year, You showed us the promise you had in a Cairns team that won the wooden spoon. This year, You guys got within one win of a Grand Final appearance. What were you thinking during the year? Did you think you'd be right here on Willing Trophy Night?
Milo Yates: None of us thought we'd make it so far after last year. But during the off-season, we all agreed that the only way to go is up and we should use the bottom as something to bounce off of to gain momentum. And it worked. Apparently it worked for Wellington too, and they are still rolling. Definitely wouldn't bet on them and us making it this far.
Wes Kerry: Your Parents have been with you all the way throughout your journey, How did they react to you being selected to a team only one hour away from your hometown of Port Douglas and how have they handled their son being the face of the Cairns Corals?
Milo Yates: My parents... looks for them in the audience, spotting them after a short while ...they were happy that they didn't have to travel far to see me play. We're still regularly in contact, I'm still only 21 after all.
They keep telling me how everyone in our Port Douglas neighbourhood keeps asking about me, and the attention that comes with it, both good and bad. I am forever thankful for having them, without them I wouldn't be here... *Milo has a few tears in his eye*
Wes Kerry: You came in as the first ever pick for the Cairns Corals, I know Timmerie Bryant thought of you pretty highly when selecting you. Tell us about the player-coach relationship between the two of you?
Milo Yates: To be honest I didn't think I'd get picked this early. I had no idea what coach Bryant saw in me back then. But here we are 😅 She is intense, but treating everyone on the same level. No one is irreplaceable, so if you don't put in 100% you'll lose the spot to someone who does. It's that simple. Might be harsh, and it really was for me in the first year, but I adapted very quickly. Even I'm surprised by that if I'm honest, it all just fell together.
Wes Kerry: Tell us about your teammates. You guys have managed to turn things around very quickly up there. What role have you played behind the scenes in training and in terms of relationship with them?
Milo Yates: We had to get on the same page. The whole team was disorganized in the first year and that put us on the bottom. So lots of team building was needed, and thankfully it paid off.
About my role, I don't like to be seen as superior to anyone. I struggle with being the leader. I felt very nervous when I had the captain role in some games that Jacob (Hawkins Jr) didn't play in. I don't feel I have a significant influence on things, it's all team effort and team decisions.
Wes Kerry: Finally, Before I let you go. The microphone is all yours. Any thanks you want to give to anyone?
Milo Yates: ...well, sincere thank you to everyone who supported me to get to this point, you all know who you are. I don't want to name out everyone because I'd surely forget some ^^ But thank you all ❤️
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2022:
Round 1: Aelita Sallander (Geelong Generals)
Round 2: Aron Wheeler (Perth Ospreys)
Round 3: Sammi Hodgson (Cairns Corals)
Round 4: Wendy Hopper (Hobart Wolves)
Round 5: Frasier McGuirk (Fremantle Panthers)
Round 6: Radhika Saxena (Fremantle Panthers)
Round 7: Brittany Darby (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 8: Tracy Twist (Darwin Storm)
Round 9: Greg Brackson (Perth Ospreys)
Round 10: Mike Beck (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Oscar Crisp (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 12: Ashley Benest-Cordy (Cairns Corals)
Round 13: Jake Honeycutt (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 14: Rudolph Kelly (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 15: Niles Hobbs (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 16: Suzie Myers (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 17: Wally Weekes (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 18: Buster Bush (Orange Miners)
Round 19: Jared Finch (Geelong Generals)
Round 20: Micah Tamanisau (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 21: Da-Hye Park (Cairns Corals)
Round 22: Sandra Auger (Brisbane Brumbies)
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal winner
Derrick Bristol (East Sydney Roosters) - 75 goals
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
(teams outside the finals or eliminated from the finals won’t be listed)
Cairns Corals:
Zack Backus (FWD) - Rough Play on Sarah-Jane Nelson (GCD) (2 rounds) - Return: Round 3, 2023
Wellington Vipers:
Murray Siddall (MID) - Left knee (4 weeks) - Return: 2023
Dayna Brunskill (FWD) - Striking Jimmy James (FRE) - Return: Round 2, 2023’
This Week’s Games:
FAFL Grand Final
Saturday October 22nd, 2022
Wellington Vipers vs Gold Coast Dragons @ Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne VIC
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Finals Week 2, 2022
Posted 3 years agoFAFL 360: Finals Week 2, 2022
Match Results:
First SF:
Cairns 16.7 (103) defeated Orange 8.4 (52) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD
Second SF:
Darwin 16.11 (107) lost to Fremantle 20.13 (133) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2022:
Round 1: Aelita Sallander (Geelong Generals)
Round 2: Aron Wheeler (Perth Ospreys)
Round 3: Sammi Hodgson (Cairns Corals)
Round 4: Wendy Hopper (Hobart Wolves)
Round 5: Frasier McGuirk (Fremantle Panthers)
Round 6: Radhika Saxena (Fremantle Panthers)
Round 7: Brittany Darby (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 8: Tracy Twist (Darwin Storm)
Round 9: Greg Brackson (Perth Ospreys)
Round 10: Mike Beck (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Oscar Crisp (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 12: Ashley Benest-Cordy (Cairns Corals)
Round 13: Jake Honeycutt (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 14: Rudolph Kelly (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 15: Niles Hobbs (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 16: Suzie Myers (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 17: Wally Weekes (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 18: Buster Bush (Orange Miners)
Round 19: Jared Finch (Geelong Generals)
Round 20: Micah Tamanisau (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 21: Da-Hye Park (Cairns Corals)
Round 22: Sandra Auger (Brisbane Brumbies)
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal winner
Derrick Bristol (East Sydney Roosters) - 75 goals
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
(teams outside the finals or eliminated from the finals won’t be listed)
Cairns Corals:
Jeanette Mack (DEF) - Concussion (2 weeks) - Return: Grand Final
Steven McKnight (DEF) - Right hamstring (3 weeks) - Return: 2023
Fremantle Panthers:
Radhika Saxena (FWD) - Osteitis pubis (Rest of season) - Return: 2023
Rooby Champion (RUCK) - Right PCL knee (10 weeks) - Return: 2023
Wellington Vipers:
Murray Siddall (MID) - Left knee (4 weeks) - Return: 2023
This Week’s Games:
Finals Week 3 | October 14-15
First Preliminary Final:
Friday October 14th:
Wellington Vipers vs Fremantle Panthers @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ (night)
Second Preliminary Final:
Saturday October 15th:
Gold Coast Dragons vs Cairns Corals @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD (twilight)
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
First SF:
Cairns 16.7 (103) defeated Orange 8.4 (52) at Australian Football Park in Cairns, QLD
Second SF:
Darwin 16.11 (107) lost to Fremantle 20.13 (133) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2022:
Round 1: Aelita Sallander (Geelong Generals)
Round 2: Aron Wheeler (Perth Ospreys)
Round 3: Sammi Hodgson (Cairns Corals)
Round 4: Wendy Hopper (Hobart Wolves)
Round 5: Frasier McGuirk (Fremantle Panthers)
Round 6: Radhika Saxena (Fremantle Panthers)
Round 7: Brittany Darby (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 8: Tracy Twist (Darwin Storm)
Round 9: Greg Brackson (Perth Ospreys)
Round 10: Mike Beck (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Oscar Crisp (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 12: Ashley Benest-Cordy (Cairns Corals)
Round 13: Jake Honeycutt (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 14: Rudolph Kelly (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 15: Niles Hobbs (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 16: Suzie Myers (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 17: Wally Weekes (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 18: Buster Bush (Orange Miners)
Round 19: Jared Finch (Geelong Generals)
Round 20: Micah Tamanisau (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 21: Da-Hye Park (Cairns Corals)
Round 22: Sandra Auger (Brisbane Brumbies)
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal winner
Derrick Bristol (East Sydney Roosters) - 75 goals
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
(teams outside the finals or eliminated from the finals won’t be listed)
Cairns Corals:
Jeanette Mack (DEF) - Concussion (2 weeks) - Return: Grand Final
Steven McKnight (DEF) - Right hamstring (3 weeks) - Return: 2023
Fremantle Panthers:
Radhika Saxena (FWD) - Osteitis pubis (Rest of season) - Return: 2023
Rooby Champion (RUCK) - Right PCL knee (10 weeks) - Return: 2023
Wellington Vipers:
Murray Siddall (MID) - Left knee (4 weeks) - Return: 2023
This Week’s Games:
Finals Week 3 | October 14-15
First Preliminary Final:
Friday October 14th:
Wellington Vipers vs Fremantle Panthers @ Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington NZ (night)
Second Preliminary Final:
Saturday October 15th:
Gold Coast Dragons vs Cairns Corals @ Carrara Stadium, Gold Coast QLD (twilight)
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
FAFL 360: Finals Week 1, 2022
Posted 3 years agoFAFL 360: Finals Week 1, 2022
Match Results:
First QF:
Wellington Vipers 13.3 (81) defeated Cairns Corals 8.5 (53) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ
First EF:
Geelong Generals 13.13 (91) lost to Orange Miners 20.15 (135) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC
Second QF:
Darwin Storm 12.9 (81) lost to Gold Coast Dragons 18.12 (120) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT
Second EF:
East Sydney Roosters 15.22 (112) lost to Fremantle Panthers 17.19 (121) at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2022:
Round 1: Aelita Sallander (Geelong Generals)
Round 2: Aron Wheeler (Perth Ospreys)
Round 3: Sammi Hodgson (Cairns Corals)
Round 4: Wendy Hopper (Hobart Wolves)
Round 5: Frasier McGuirk (Fremantle Panthers)
Round 6: Radhika Saxena (Fremantle Panthers)
Round 7: Brittany Darby (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 8: Tracy Twist (Darwin Storm)
Round 9: Greg Brackson (Perth Ospreys)
Round 10: Mike Beck (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Oscar Crisp (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 12: Ashley Benest-Cordy (Cairns Corals)
Round 13: Jake Honeycutt (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 14: Rudolph Kelly (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 15: Niles Hobbs (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 16: Suzie Myers (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 17: Wally Weekes (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 18: Buster Bush (Orange Miners)
Round 19: Jared Finch (Geelong Generals)
Round 20: Micah Tamanisau (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 21: Da-Hye Park (Cairns Corals)
Round 22: Sandra Auger (Brisbane Brumbies)
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal winner
Derrick Bristol (East Sydney Roosters) - 75 goals
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
(teams outside the finals or eliminated from the finals won’t be listed)
Cairns Corals:
Jeanette Mack (DEF) - Concussion (2 weeks) - Return: Grand Final
Steven McKnight (DEF) - Right hamstring (3 weeks) - Return: 2023
Fremantle Panthers:
Radhika Saxena (FWD) - Osteitis pubis (Rest of season) - Return: 2023
Rooby Champion (RUCK) - Right PCL knee (10 weeks) - Return: 2023
Orange Miners:
Cobi Williams (MID) - Tail (2 weeks) - Return: Finals Week 3
Isaac Watson (MID) - Left PCL Knee (10 weeks) - Return: 2023
Wellington Vipers:
Murray Siddall (MID) - Left knee (4 weeks) - Return: 2023
This Week’s Games:
Finals Week 2 | October 7-October 8
First Semi Final:
Friday October 7th:
Cairns Corals vs Orange Miners @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD (night)
Second Semi Final:
Saturday October 8th:
Darwin Storm vs Fremantle Panthers @ Marrara Oval, Darwin NT (night)
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
Match Results:
First QF:
Wellington Vipers 13.3 (81) defeated Cairns Corals 8.5 (53) at Wellington Regional Stadium in Wellington, NZ
First EF:
Geelong Generals 13.13 (91) lost to Orange Miners 20.15 (135) at Kardinia Park in Geelong, VIC
Second QF:
Darwin Storm 12.9 (81) lost to Gold Coast Dragons 18.12 (120) at Marrara Oval in Darwin, NT
Second EF:
East Sydney Roosters 15.22 (112) lost to Fremantle Panthers 17.19 (121) at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney, NSW
Previous Jimmy Newman Medal Nominees for 2022:
Round 1: Aelita Sallander (Geelong Generals)
Round 2: Aron Wheeler (Perth Ospreys)
Round 3: Sammi Hodgson (Cairns Corals)
Round 4: Wendy Hopper (Hobart Wolves)
Round 5: Frasier McGuirk (Fremantle Panthers)
Round 6: Radhika Saxena (Fremantle Panthers)
Round 7: Brittany Darby (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 8: Tracy Twist (Darwin Storm)
Round 9: Greg Brackson (Perth Ospreys)
Round 10: Mike Beck (Hobart Wolves)
Round 11: Oscar Crisp (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 12: Ashley Benest-Cordy (Cairns Corals)
Round 13: Jake Honeycutt (Gold Coast Dragons)
Round 14: Rudolph Kelly (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 15: Niles Hobbs (East Sydney Roosters)
Round 16: Suzie Myers (Brisbane Brumbies)
Round 17: Wally Weekes (Melbourne Hammerheads)
Round 18: Buster Bush (Orange Miners)
Round 19: Jared Finch (Geelong Generals)
Round 20: Micah Tamanisau (Adelaide Butcherbirds)
Round 21: Da-Hye Park (Cairns Corals)
Round 22: Sandra Auger (Brisbane Brumbies)
Michael “Bendy” Bruce Medal winner
Derrick Bristol (East Sydney Roosters) - 75 goals
Current Injuries and Suspensions:
(teams outside the finals or eliminated from the finals won’t be listed)
Cairns Corals:
Jeanette Mack (DEF) - Concussion (2 weeks) - Return: Grand Final
Steven McKnight (DEF) - Right hamstring (3 weeks) - Return: 2023
Fremantle Panthers:
Radhika Saxena (FWD) - Osteitis pubis (Rest of season) - Return: 2023
Rooby Champion (RUCK) - Right PCL knee (10 weeks) - Return: 2023
Orange Miners:
Cobi Williams (MID) - Tail (2 weeks) - Return: Finals Week 3
Isaac Watson (MID) - Left PCL Knee (10 weeks) - Return: 2023
Wellington Vipers:
Murray Siddall (MID) - Left knee (4 weeks) - Return: 2023
This Week’s Games:
Finals Week 2 | October 7-October 8
First Semi Final:
Friday October 7th:
Cairns Corals vs Orange Miners @ Australian Football Park, Cairns QLD (night)
Second Semi Final:
Saturday October 8th:
Darwin Storm vs Fremantle Panthers @ Marrara Oval, Darwin NT (night)
We hope your team wins this week but for now, See you next week.
Wes Kerry, Voice of FAFL Grandstand.
