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South Morang has locked in one of its own for the Northern Football League division 2 season. Tyson Gresham, who was on the draft radar last year, is a mid-forward with the club saying he is known for his breakaway speed, high pressure and elite ground ball work.Gresham is Victorian Football League listed with Carlton this season.

EDFL

Westmeadows is set for a boost for the Essendon District Football League women’s division 1 season. The Tigers have put in a clearance for former North Melbourne AFLW premiership player Sarah Wright. Wright retired from AFLW at the end of 2025, having missed last season. She joins her twin sister and Westmeadows coach Gemma Wright at the Tigers.

VPL

Bundoora United has received a massive boost ahead of the Victorian Premier League women’s competition. “We’re thrilled to welcome the most exciting attacking talent in women’s football to Bundy for the upcoming season,” the club said on social media. “After scoring 114 goals in her past two seasons at VPL level we are thrilled to announce the signing of Addison Steiner. This is a massive statement of intent for our brand new women’s side.”

Premier Cricket

Greenvale Kangaroos were able to avoid an outright loss to Melbourne University in Victorian Premier Cricket. The Kangaroos had a big task on their hands chasing down Melbourne University’s 9-409. The Kangaroos were bowled out for just 169 in reply. Odil Perera top scored with 35 at the top of the order. Melbourne University sent the Kangaroos back in to try and get an outright win. The Kangaroos were able to halt that, finishing 0-91 off 18 overs. Yaseen Muntasir finished 63 not out. The Kangaroos remain bottom heading into the final round against Geelong over the next two weekends.

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