RDFL
It was a tough day out for the Melton Centrals in the Riddell District Football League on Saturday. Facing an undefeated Riddell, Centrals trailed early on with the Bombers not making the most of their opportunities. The margin was 29 points at three quarter time before the Bombers kicked away in the final quarter to win, 14.15 (99)-5.7 (37). Caleb Higgins was named the Centrals best. Centrals remain sitting in eighth. Diggers Rest had a bye.
EDFL
Burnside Heights had to come from behind to get the win against Glenroy in the Essendon District Football League division 2 competition. The Bears led at quarter time before trailing at both half time and three quarter time. The Bears kicked three goals to two in the final quarter to get the 10.13 (73)-11.4 (70) win. In division 1, Hillside had to fight hard to get the win against Oak Park. Both Burnside Heights and Hillside remain undefeated in their respective divisions.
FV
Melton Phoenix had a day out against Barwon in the FV state league 4 west competition. The Phoenix scored three first half goals before matching it in the second half to come away with a 6-0 win, despite going a man down due to a red card. Lachlan Stafford scored two of those goals. The Phoenix sit in third spot despite playing a game less than most sides. Meanwhile, Westside Strikers had a 2-1 win against Moonee Ponds United.
VPL
Caroline Springs George Cross had a tough hit out against Melbourne City in the Victorian Premier League 1 competition. City was able to claim a 3-0 win to jump above the Georgies on the ladder. After 14 rounds, the Georgies sit in 11th.
