While Werribee suffered a second consecutive loss at VFL level, falling just two points short against Geelong, there were plenty of strong local performances for fans to get excited about.
Read how the 18 Werribee boys fared in the eleventh edition of the 2025 Weekly Local Player Report.
Bellarine Football Netball League:
Jack Henderson - Barwon Heads
Jack Henderson continued his strong 2025 season with his best all-round performance to date in Barwon Heads’ 43-point win over Drysdale. The young key forward presented well all day, kicking three goals and taking five marks in a strong aerial display. He was also praised for his ability to halve contests and bring the ball to ground. The three-goal haul moves him to seventh on the league’s goalkicking tally.
Cooper Ward - Barwon Heads
Cooper Ward was impressive again in Barwon Heads’ win, continuing his strong form since joining the club a month ago. The small forward kicked his second bag of three goals in three weeks, with his explosiveness and pressure standing out early. Ward had eight disposals and three goals before an ankle tweak in the third quarter ended his day.
Luke Preece - Drysdale
Luke Preece was solid down back on a tough day for Drysdale, standing up well against a strong Barwon Heads outfit. He finished with 14 disposals and six marks, including four contested, and was named among the Hawks' best. In an exciting matchup againsted fellow Werribee player Jack Henderson, Preece competed well despite the scoreboard pressure created by Barwon Heads' repeated forward entries.
Ballarat Football Netball League:
Isaac Nixon - Bacchus Marsh
Isaac Nixon was a standout for Bacchus Marsh in their 39-point loss to Sunbury, showcasing his potential with a strong performance off half-back. He finished with 15 disposals and kicked three goals off the back of the contested, while also impressing in the air with three contested marks in a solid showing despite the result.
Joel Cadman - Darley
Joel Cadman put together another really strong game for Darley, being named amongst the best in a strong nine-goal win for the ladder leaders over East Point. Playing on a wing, Cadman offered good support behind the ball, taking ten marks and gathering 25 disposals, while also pushing forward well to kick two goals in an impressive all round performance.
Mace Cousins - Darley
Mace Cousins also impressed both defensively and offensively in Darley’s win. Playing a more defensive role, Cousins did well at nullifying one of East Point’s key forwards. He collected 24 disposals and nine marks in an efficient and reliable performance.
Goulburn Valley Football League:
Dom Gugliotti - Mooroopna
Like Cousins, Dom Gugliotti put together a good performance both defensively and offensively, despite Mooroopna’s 22-point loss to Benalla. Playing tall, he defended well and on top of that finished with 23 disposals at an extremely efficient 87%. His courage was also on display as he battled on after a head clash that required stitches.
Murray Football League:
Fergus Pinnuck - Cobram
Off the back of a 42-disposal showing last game, Pinnuck continued his strong form, being named among the best in Cobram’s narrow win over Rumbalara. He had 24 disposals, 13 contested possessions, and a goal while rotating between midfield and forward, providing plenty of explosive drive for the second straight week.
Geelong Football Netball League:
Tylar Watts - Leopold
Tylar Watts continued his strong form in Leopold’s 11-point win over Grovedale, making an impact both in the ruck and up forward. He finished with 12 disposals and 27 hitouts, while also laying seven tackles. His follow-up work around stoppages was a standout, and his improved forward craft saw him contribute effectively between the arcs.
Josh Sanders - Lara
In his second game back from injury, Josh Sanders showed promising signs early before quad tightness ended his day early in the second quarter of Lara’s heavy loss to Newtown. Despite limited game time, he still managed a goal from eight disposals and has looked classy across his five quarters of action this season.
Liam Kershaw - St. Joseph’s
Liam Kershaw was a key contributor in St Joseph’s dominant win over South Barwon. The winger gathered 23 disposals, at an efficient 75%, and had nine marks, using the ball smartly and positioning himself well throughout the day.
Ben Kellett - South Barwon
Ben Kellett had a solid game in the ruck in South Barwon’s tough outing against St Joseph’s, stuffing the stat sheet with 12 disposals, four clearances, and six tackles. He worked hard at the contest and provided a strong physical presence throughout the day, continuing to lead from the front in a side missing several key players.
Essendon District Football League:
Reuben Rode - Greenvale
In his first game back from injury, Reuben Rode was busy as his Greenvale side went down to Maribyrnong Park by 30 points. Playing mostly forward with some midfield time, he worked himself into the game after a patchy start, finishing with 20 disposals and two goals.
Northern Football Netball League:
Cam Wild - Hurstbridge
Returning from injury, Wild played forward in Hurstbridge’s 50-point loss to Heidelberg and had 12 disposals and four inside 50s. Playing in a variety of roles up forward, Wild showed good one-on-one strength and had multiple shots at goal in a solid first game back.
Ovens & Murray Football League:
Jedd Longmire - Corowa-Rutherglen
Jedd Longmire was a key contributor in Corowa Rutherglen’s 26-point loss to Lavington, named among the best after a strong performance through the midfield. He finished with nine clearances and 10 inside 50s, providing plenty of drive and physicality around the contest.
Raymond Murphy - Corowa-Rutherglen
Ray Murphy continued to show his toughness at the contest in Corowa Rutherglen’s loss to Lavington. He worked hard around stoppages and brought strong intent throughout the day, continuing to build his midfield presence week by week.
Victorian Amateur Football Association:
Sam Allen - Old Ivanhoe
Returning from a nine-week layoff, Sam Allen showed encouraging signs in Old Ivanhoe’s loss to Old Trinity. Playing as a key forward, he competed strongly and kicked a goal from limited opportunities.
