EDFL
Burnside Heights secured their finals spot in the Essendon District Football League division 2 with a win against Hadfield. The Bears led at quarter time after an inaccurate Hadfield failed to make the most of its opportunities. From there it was all the Bears as they won, 17.9 (111)-8.17 (65). Matthew Romeo and Anthony Fawcus were the Bears best. The Bears face Taylors Lakes in the final round of the regular season. In division 1, Hillside beat West Coburg, 17.7 (109)-12.14 (86).
RDNL
Riddell all but sealed a finals spot in the Riddell District Netball League on Saturday. Facing the Western Rams, who they are fighting for the fifth and last finals spot, the Bombers had a big win, winning 61-28. The win had the Bombers a game and big percentage ahead of the Rams heading into the final round. Woodend-Hesket beat Wallan to all but seal a double chance, while Melton Centrals beat Romsey and Diggers Rest beat Lancefield.
WRFL
Caroline Springs had no troubles against Sunshine in the Western Region Football League division 1 competition on Saturday. The Lakers jumped out of the blocks and led 50-0 at quarter time. It set the momentum for the rest of the game, with the Lakes winning 31.13 (199)-1.1 (7). Steven Kyriazis kicked seven goals in a best on ground performance, while Ryan Allan also kicked seven goals. In the women’s division 1 competition, the Lakers beat Spotswood 6.9 (45)-3.9 (27).
Ballarat NL
An understrength Melton South suffered a shock loss to Ballarat in the Ballarat Netball League on Saturday. Ballarat controlled the game all day, winning 59-29. Despite the loss, the Panthers remain in second. Darley had a nice win against Bacchus Marsh, winning 65-38. Rebecca Hicks shot 47 goals for the Devils. The Devils remain in fourth spot.
