victorian football league ROUND 2, APRIL 17-18, 2010 inc $2 gst
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from the oval office Podsiadly proof of the VFL pathway James Podsiadly s AFL debut confirms the VFL as a breeding ground for AFL clubs. For several minutes last weekend, James Podsiadly appeared poised to be Geelong s hero in his longawaited AFL debut. Podsiadly s strong mark and goal put the Cats in front as timeon ticked away. Fairy-tales, though are rare at elite level as Fremantle surged back and snuffed out the perfect ending with a seven-point win. It was, however, a memorable day for not only Podsiadly, but the VFL competition. Eleven seasons, four clubs and a swag of honours after he played his first VFL game, Podsiadly realised a long-held ambition to play AFL. The 2008 Liston Trophy winner, Frosty Miller medalist and multiple best and fairest with Werribee and Geelong showcased his talent with 17 disposals, 11 marks, two goals and as many goal assists. After a decade of persistence, Podsiadly highlighted that he s well equipped to play AFL, a view shared widely among the VFL community. Significantly, the Fremantle and Geelong match contained three VFL players Podsiadly, and Dockers teammates Michael Barlow and Alex Silvagni named in last year s VFL team of the year. While the VFA/VFL has produced many AFL stars along the journey and Hawthorn captains Nick Maxwell and Sam Mitchell both began their respective careers in the VFL there is a growing realisation that the competition can provide a fertile recruiting ground for AFL clubs. Currently, there is 43 on AFL lists who were drafted from the VFL, 38 of which have played at least one AFL match. Through the VFL, many have been able to test themselves in this unique competition where each weekend sees VFL listed players go head-tohead with AFL-listed players. The result is a high standard of football. As we have witnessed in the infancy of season 2010, players who consistently perform to this high standard can readily make the transition to the AFL. With the inclusion next year of Gold Coast into the AFL, followed in 2012 by Greater Western Sydney, AFL recruiting eyes will turn more and more to the VFL to identify prospective recruits. It provides a wonderful opportunity for all VFL players this season to display their talent and, as shown by Podsiadly last weekend, sometimes all you need is an opportunity. The important first game of the VFL season at our new Highgate Reserve in Craigeburn will be held on April 24 with home tenant playing Box Hill. The match kicks off early at 12.30pm. It would be great to see as many supporters as possible welcome in the new venue. Peter Schwab Chief Executive Officer, AFL Victoria Contents april 17-18, 2010 Club notes 4-5 A new venue 6 VFL team lists 7-10 Tipsters 11 VFL results 12-13 Season 2010 fixture 14 COVER: A composite of the VFL s rich past and present, including 2009 J.J. Liston Trophy winner, Myles Sewell of (middle). AFL Victoria Chief Executive Officer: Peter Schwab Football Operations Manager: John Hook High Performance Managers: Anton Grbac, Leon Harris Statistics: Sophie Timms CEO, The Slattery Media Group: Geoff Slattery Editor: Callum Twomey Designer: Joanne Mouradian Photo Manager: Ginny Pike Printed by: Condor Printing Photography: Getty Images (02) 9004 2250 Advertising: Kaylee George (03) 8663 3009 VICTORIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE RECORD / 3
club notes VFL club notes and Spotswood Football Clubs have again joined forces to run our annual Corporate Golf Day at Kooringal Golf Club with a new naming rights sponsor Westpac Bank. Cost for the day is $80.00 each or $450 to sponsor a hole which includes green fees for four players. will be hosting consecutive home games in rounds three to five. The club has some great guest speakers planned for the President Luncheons, including Barry Hall and Terry Forrest QC in round three, Lindsay Fox in round four and Michael Rodd in round five. Tickets cost $40.00 each. For bookings call 9391 0309. The Football Club welcomes all members and supporters to the 2010 VFL season. The club hopes to have a successful year on and off the field. Work on the new function centre has been completed and is now open for booking with great views of Port Phillip Bay. Contact the club on 9598 8629 for bookings. The club will be holding a Presidents lunch on Sunday April 18 against Werribee, which includes a two-course meal for $30. The club also has an upcoming coterie lunch on April 30. Cost is $60 per person with guest speaker to be announced. TCL have joined forces with the as major partner for season 2010. TCL is one of the world s leading consumer electronics manufacturers. Join the President for the President s Luncheon prior to our blockbuster match against North Ballarat in round four. Enjoy a two-course meal and drinks up to the first bounce. Hear from a special guest speaker and enjoy a great day out with friends and family. Tickets are $60. The Box Hill Hawks would like to speak to anyone interested in assisting with match day duties or football related roles for season 2010. For any information call 9890 9442. The Selkirk Roosters welcome everyone to the official unfurling of the flag today against the Northern Bullants. The club sincerely thank the City of Ballarat for their continued support and acknowledge their involvement today as the official game day sponsor. The club also thank Sovereign Hill and the involvement of the Red Coats for the official flag ceremony today at Eureka Stadium Ballarat. Again, the club encourage everyone to purchase their Roosters Rewards Membership, and benefit from Ballarat s Premier Savings Card. Join Roosters Rewards online. www.theroosters membership.com.au. Proud Sponsor of VFL Season 2010 Proud Sponsor of VFL Season 2005 4 / visit vfl.com.au
club notes Keep up to date with all the latest news from each VFL club in the 2010 season. Northern Bullants Tigers Werribee Tigers The Northern Bullants Football Club is holding a Cocktail Party on May 1 at 7:30pm after the game against Frankston. The event has been a great success in previous years. Tickets will be $70 to pre-purchase or $75 to buy on the night. Please call or email Kate at the Bullants Office for further information on (03) 9470 2224 or northernbullants marketing@bigpond.com. Metlink and the Northern Bullants have teamed up once again for the 2010 season, offering valid public transport ticket holders free entry to Northern Bullants games at Preston City Oval, Visy Park and Victoria Park. The club s first home game takes place in round three [April 24] when the Tigers take on Box Hill at Highgate Recreation Reserve. With the reserves commencing at 9.20am and seniors at 12.30pm, there are many highlights to look forward to on the day. At 12pm, the Highgate Facility will be officially opened, Anzac ceremonies will take place in conjunction with, Fawkner and Box Hill RSL s, and the President s Cocktail Lunch will begin at halftime of the senior game. The club encourages fans to take the supporters bus to the match, which will depart City Oval at 10.30. The Werribee Football Club will be taking on the Gold Coast under lights on Saturday, April 24. Starting at 7pm, the game at Avalon Airport Oval match will be the Gold Coast s first VFL match in Victoria. The club will be holding a president dinner on the night and bookings can be made by calling 9741 6688. Werribee Football Club memberships are now on sale. Ensure you are a proud and paid up member and get behind the Tigers in 2010. For the latest news log onto www.werribeefc.com.au. At every home game you can book a seat or table to attend the President s Luncheon. For $35 each, lunch and afternoon tea will be included. On August 1 our Super Draw Day takes place. At $100, only 100 tickets are available with excellent door prizes up for grabs. The club also reminds supporters to book for our Presentation Night, to be held on October 1 at International Receptions. For bookings call 9646.2094 or email pmfc@bigpond.net.au. Throughout the season we encourage everyone to buy the VFL Record to keep up to date with what is happening at the club. A.V. VIDEO PRODUCTIONS Corporate / Training / Seminars / Weddings / Special Events / Sports Call Us For All Your Video Production Needs Phone 9583 8307 Mobile 0411 122 237 Official Videographers of the VFL since 1996. VICTORIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE RECORD / 5
A new venue High hopes for Highgate Next Saturday s round three clash between and Box Hill will mark the opening of the Highgate Recreational Reserve in Craigieburn. The state-of-the-art venue for Melbourne s rapidly growing outer northern suburbs will be officially opened at noon, before the senior match commences at 12.30pm. ABOVE: The signing of the memorandum of understanding for the development of the reserve. L-R: Cameron Alderson (GM Stockland), Peter Schwab (CEO AFL Victoria), Gary Jungwirth (former Mayor Hume City Council), Andrew Demetriou (CEO AFL) and Steven Wright (former CEO Richmond Football Club). LEFT: An artist s impression of Highgate Recreation Reserve, highlighting community facilities, the pavilion, car parking and spectator areas. 6 / visit vfl.com.au
tipsters VFL tipsters Paul Amy Leader Newspapers Casey Scorpions last round: 6 Ross Booth ABC-TV Geelong Bendigo Bombers Werribee Tigers last round: 4 Phil Cleary ABC-TV Geelong last round: 4 Brent Diamond The Age last round: 4 Captain Koala CFA Northern Bullants Werribee Tigers last round: 5 Lady Luck Kiss of Death Hawks Werribee Tigers last round: 2 Adrian Dunn Herald Sun Casey last round: 6 Sam Landsberger Herald Sun Werribee Tigers last round: 7 Peter Schwab AFL Victoria CEO Hawks last round: 6 tipster Leaderboard Sam Landsberger 7 Paul Amy 6 John Hook 6 Adrian Dunn 6 Peter Schwab 6 Tony Leonard 5 John Hook AFL Victoria Casey Bendigo Bombers last round: 6 Tony Leonard 3AW Gold Coast Geelong Casey Frankston Bendigo last round: 5 Captain Koala 5 Ross Booth 4 Phil Cleary 4 Brent Diamond 4 Lady Luck 2 For all the latest VFL results & competition details, log on to www.v fl.com.au VICTORIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE RECORD / 11
fixture VFL 2010 fixture ROUND 1 Saturday, April 10 16.10 (106) vs. 21.11 (137) 21.18 (144) vs. Werribee Tigers 9.7 (61) Northern Bullants 16.13 (109) vs. Bendigo Bombers 9.10 (64) Gold Coast 15.7 (97) vs. Port Melbourne 15.19 (109) Casey Scorpions 9.18 (72) vs. Geelong 9.10 (64) Sunday, April 11 Tigers 11.9 (75) vs. 12.13 (85) Frankston 7.11 (53) vs. 15.12 (102) ROUND 2 - CFA COMMUNITY ROUND Saturday, April 17 vs. Northern Bullants (ES) 1:10pm Gold Coast vs. Sunday, April 18 Geelong vs. (SS) 10:10am Casey Scorpions vs. (CF) 2pm Frankston vs. Tigers Bendigo Bombers vs. Port Melbourne (QE) 2pm vs. Werribee Tigers ROUND 3 - ANZAC ROUND Saturday, April 24 Tigers vs. (HRR) 12:30pm Geelong vs. Frankston (SS) 1pm vs. vs. Casey Scorpions (ES) 2pm vs. Bendigo Bombers (VIC) 2pm Werribee Tigers vs. Gold Coast (CP) 7pm Sunday, April 25 vs. Northern Bullants (TEAC) 2pm Round 4 Saturday, May 1 vs. North Ballarat (BH) 1:10pm vs. Port Melbourne Gold Coast vs. Casey Scorpions (LAB) 2pm Northern Bullants vs. Frankston (VP) 2pm Werribee Tigers vs. (CP) 7pm Sunday, May 2 Geelong vs. Bendigo Bombers (SS) 9:40am vs. Tigers Round 5 Saturday, May 8 Bendigo Bombers vs. Gold Coast (QE) 12pm vs. Geelong (VIC) 1pm Casey Scorpions vs. Tigers (CF) 2pm vs. (TEAC) 2pm Sunday, May 9 vs. Werribee Tigers Frankston vs. Northern Bullants vs. Box Hill Hawks (NAB) 2pm Round 6 Saturday, May 15 Frankston vs. (FO) 1:10pm Tigers vs. (ABD) 2pm vs. Port Melbourne (BH) 2pm Gold Coast vs. Geelong (SP) 2pm vs. Bendigo Bombers Sunday, May 16 Casey Scorpions vs. Northern Bullants (CF) 2pm vs. Werribee Tigers (ES) 2pm Round 7 Saturday, May 29 Geelong vs. (SS) 10:40am vs. Northern Bullants vs. Tigers (NAB) 2pm Gold Coast vs. (SP) 2pm Sunday, May 30 Werribee Tigers vs. Frankston (CP) 2pm Bendigo Bombers vs. Casey Scorpions (QE) 2pm vs. Round 8 Saturday, June 5 Northern Bullants vs. Gold Coast (VP) 1pm Casey Scorpions vs. Box Hill Hawks (CF) 2pm vs. Werribee Tigers (TEAC) 2pm vs. (VIC) 2pm Sunday, June 6 vs. Geelong (ES) 2pm Frankston vs. Bendigo Bombers vs. Tigers (WH) 2pm Round 9 Saturday, June 12 Tigers vs. Gold Coast (HRR) 1pm Geelong vs. Werribee Tigers (SS) 1pm Casey Scorpions vs. (CF) 2pm vs. (ES) 2pm Saturday, June 12 vs. Northern Bullants (VIC) 2pm vs. Bendigo Bombers (BH) 2pm Frankston vs. Round 10 - Split round Saturday, June 19 vs. Casey Scorpions (BB) 1:10pm Sunday, June 20 Northern Bullants vs. Port Melbourne (NAB) 2pm Bendigo Bombers vs. North Ballarat (QE) 2pm Saturday, June 26 Werribee Tigers vs. Tigers (CP) 1:10pm Gold Coast vs. Frankston Sunday, June 27 vs. (BH) 2pm Sunday, June 27 vs. Geelong Round 11 Saturday, July 3 vs. (VIC) 1pm Casey Scorpions vs. Werribee Tigers (CF) 2pm Northern Bullants vs. Geelong (VP) 2pm Gold Coast vs. (SP) 2pm vs. Tigers (TEAC) 2pm Sunday, July 4 Bendigo Bombers vs. Frankston (QE) 2pm vs. Round 12 Saturday, July 10 vs. Gold Coast (ES) 12pm vs. Bendigo Bombers (TEAC) 2pm Sunday, July 11 Geelong vs. (SS) 12pm Tigers vs. (ABD) 2pm vs. Northern Bullants (BH) 2pm Werribee Tigers vs. (CP) 2pm Frankston vs. Casey Scorpions Round 13 Saturday, July 17 Gold Coast vs. Bendigo Bombers (CAI) 12pm Geelong vs. (SS) 1pm vs. Tigers Casey Scorpions vs. Port Melbourne (CF) 2pm Werribee Tigers vs. Northern Bullants (CP) 2pm vs. Frankston (ES) 2pm Sunday, July 18 vs. Round 14 Saturday, July 24 Gold Coast vs. (LAB) 2pm Bendigo Bombers vs. Werribee Tigers (QE) 2pm vs. North Ballarat (TEAC) 2pm Sunday, July 25 Frankston vs. Tigers vs. Geelong (HRR) 2pm Northern Bullants vs. (NAB) 2pm vs. Casey Scorpions (VIC) 2pm Round 15 Saturday, July 31 Geelong vs. Gold Coast (SS) 12:30pm vs. Bendigo Bombers Werribee Tigers vs. North Ballarat (CP) 2pm Tigers vs. Frankston (HRR) 2pm vs. (TEAC) 2pm Sunday, August 1 vs. Casey Scorpions (BH) 2pm vs. Northern Bullants Round 16 Saturday, August 7 Casey Scorpions vs. Gold Coast (CF) 1pm Bendigo Bombers vs. (WH) 2pm Werribee Tigers vs. (CP) 7pm Sunday, August 8 vs. Geelong (BH) 2pm vs. Tigers (ES) 2pm Frankston vs. Northern Bullants vs. Round 17 Saturday, August 14 vs. (ES) 2pm Northern Bullants vs. Casey Scorpions (VP) 2pm Gold Coast vs. Werribee Tigers (SP) 2pm vs. Geelong (TEAC) 2pm vs. (VIC) 2pm Sunday, August 15 vs. Frankston Tigers vs. Bendigo Bombers (HRR) 2pm Round 18 Saturday, August 21 Geelong vs. (SS) 1pm vs. Gold Coast (VIC) 1pm Tigers vs. Northern Bullants (ABD) 2pm vs. Frankston (TEAC) 2pm Bendigo Bombers vs. Windy Hill 2pm Sunday, August 22 vs. (BH) 2pm Werribee Tigers vs. Casey Scorpions (CP) 2pm Qualifying & Elimination Finals Saturday, August 28 Sunday, August 29 Semi Finals Saturday, September 04 Sunday, September 05 Preliminary Finals Saturday, September 11 Sunday, September 12 Grand Final Sunday, September 19 Etihad Stadium LEGEND (VIC) Victoria Park (BH) Box Hill City Oval (VP) Princes Park (Visy Park) (SP) Southport (CF) Casey Fields (ABD) ABD Group Stadium (FO) Frankston Oval (ES) Eureka Stadium (BB) Broadbeach (SS) Skilled Stadium (QE) Queen Elizabeth Oval (TBB) Trevor Barker Beach Oval (HRR) Highgate Recreation Reserve (BB) Burbank Oval (CP) Chirnside Park (Avalon Airport Oval) (TEAC) TEAC Oval (LAB) Labrador (NAB) NAB Oval (WH) Windy Hill (CAI) Cairns 14 / visit vfl.com.au