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MEN’S DIV ONE
LANGWARRIN has made a habit of great escapes this year, but their luck finally ran out against Mt Eliza in Sunday’s elimination final. The Redlegs and Kangaroos travelled to Rosebud for the do-or-die clash. Mt Eliza was held goalless in the first term, but soon recovered to take control of the game.
Langwarrin couldn’t stop the Redlegs once they got some momentum going. Mt Eliza ran away with it, winning 6.8 (44) to 9.15 (69). Fletcher Bayne, Fraser Phillips, Christopher Carey, Will Bravo, and Declan Cole were Mt Eliza’s best.
Frankston YCW were comfortable winners against Edithvale-Aspendale on Saturday, taking them a step closer to the Grand Final. The Stonecats were in charge from the get-go. They beat the Eagles 13.18 (96) to 8.9 (57).
Ned Cahill booted four goals for Frankston YCW. Byron Barry, Jack Greenwood, Blake Mullane, and Patrick Bloink also had great games. The Stonecats will play Rosebud at Alexandra Park in Mornington this weekend, with the winner progressing to the big dance. Edi-Asp will have one more chance to make amends when they take on Mt Eliza.
MEN’S DIV TWO
FRANKSTON Bombers secured their Grand Final spot on Saturday after a hard-fought win over Devon Meadows. The Bombers have been the team to beat in 2025, finishing comfortably on top of the ladder. Crib Point Recreation Reserve hosted its semi-final clash against Devon Meadows.
The Panthers were in fine form on Saturday and took a 16-point lead into half-time. A six-goals-to-one third term put the Bombers back in the box seat. Frankston Bombers held on for an 11-point win – 13.9 (87) to 11.10 (76). They move straight into the Grand Final, while Devon Meadows will get a second chance this weekend.
Jason Kingsbury, Khan Haretuku, Brody Smith, Alex Harnett, and Matt Chen were named the Bombers’ best. Jai Block kicked three goals.
Pearcedale moved on to the next round of finals last Sunday, putting an end to Somerville’s rich vein of form. Somerville beat the ladder leaders in the final round to earn their finals spot, then won a thrilling elimination final. At half-time of their clash with Pearcedale, things were going well – Somerville held a 26-point lead.
Somerville kicked just two goals after half-time, handing Pearcedale an opportunity to get back in the game. The opportunity was taken. Pearcedale ran over the top of Somerville for a 13.5 (83) to 9.7 (61) win.
Devon Meadows and Pearcedale are set for a preliminary final showdown at RJ Rowley Reserve on Saturday afternoon.
NEXT WEEK’S GAMES
DIVISION ONE MENS
Sat 6 September, 2.15pm:
Semi-Final 2
Rosebud v Frankston YCW – Mornington Alexandra Park
Sun 7 September, 2.15pm:
Semi-Final 1
Edithvale-Aspendale v Mt. Eliza – Olympic Park Rosebud
DIVISION TWO MENS
Sat 6 September, 2.15pm:
Preliminary Final
Devon Meadows v Pearcedale – RJ Rowley Reserve