DVCA
Bundoora has announced the re-signings of two key players for the Diamond Valley Cricket Association Barclay Shield. Prince Singh, who won the Money Shield best and fairest last season, returns for a second season. He averaged 55 with the bat last season. While, Shanin Silva returns for a third season and was also a key batter for the Bulls in their grand final win, which resulted in them being promoted for this season.
EDFL
Greenvale is now just percentage outside the Essendon District Football League premier division top four. The Jets upset Pascoe Vale, which is second on the table, on Saturday, winning 14.14 (98)-9.10 (64) after trailing by two points at half time. Ben Speight kicked four goals for the Jets, with Mitchell Podhajski was named best on ground. The Jets play sixth placed Aberfeldie this Saturday.
Cricket
Cricket Victoria has confirmed changes to its player pathway model for junior cricketers across the state ahead of the 2023-24 season. Victorian Premier Cricket clubs will be part of an under-18s competition, while the existing Victorian Premier Cricket representative competitions of the Dowling Shield and Marg Jennings Cup will be shifted to younger age groups.
Netball
A new under-19 netball competition is in the works to fill a void left by changes to the Victorian Netball League. The Altona and Waverley District netball associations are driving the new league, with expressions of interest for the new competition being put out. There would be two conferences, one based at Altona and one at Waverley, with an overall winner crowned. Teams could come from VNL clubs, while local associations are also being sought to express their interest.
