George Steven (Brother of Jack) kicks a goal - but then has to climb the tree, shake the tree to get the footy back. Is there any more country footy than this? countryfootyscores CDFNL Live

Eight on the hop now for Justin Plapp's Williamstown in the VFL after getting past its great rival Port Melbourne at North Port Oval today (in the process consigning the Borough to an also-ran season). Five goals for Brodie McLaughlin and he has 47.31 for the season.

Ton up today for Ellinbank and District FNL sharpshooter Jason Wells. The Longwarry forward started the day on 99 goals and finished it on 108 after another bag, this time against Catani.

It's 50 years since VFL club Box Hill jazzed up its jumper ahead of colour bursting onto Australian TV screens. The Mustang will be front and centre again at City Oval today, when BH runs out with a replica jumper of the original design - complete with gold shorts. Brilliant.

Great at 38: A read on South Croydon and Eastern league champion Daniel King, still attracting tags in his 20th year of senior football. He was a good leggie too, once nabbing seven Queensland wickets in a state second XI match. For CODE Sports codesports.com.au/afl/local-foot…

Sad to learn of the death of former Royboy Trevor Lloyd, who after his league career played and coached with great distinction at Rye. He had a 45-year association with the Mornington Peninsula club. Wonderful fellow.

Tight and tense in the last quarter at Casey Fields, where the Demons lead Coburg by three points. Mitch Hardie has been exceptional with four goals and 24 touches for the home team.

Whoa. What a stirring win for Coburg, nosing out Casey Demons by four points to gain a crucial four points. Classy Donovan Toohey had 34 possessions and made a vital tackle in the shadows of the siren. And three goals each for Kyle Weightman and Daniel Johnston (all in Q4).

Box Hill Hawks stirring final 20 minutes today keeps its remarkable recent record against Sandringham intact. From the last 22 clashes between the Clubs, the Hawks have won 20 with one game drawn. Amazingly Box Hill has lost only once at the Beach Road Oval this Century.

Coburg GM Nick Byrne today on big Tom Campbell: 'I think he's the best VFL ruckman of the past 15 years.' Byrne and the Burgers saw him have 39 hit-outs and 22 disposals for Casey Demons yesterday. And a better fellow you won't find.

Love the Billy Crofts story. It’s been a long road to recognition for him but at the age of 26 the Footscray Bulldogs midfielder is putting down his influence on the VFL. Good player. For CODE Sports codesports.com.au/afl/state-leag…

Worth noting South Croydon great Daniel King's top 10 midfielders in his time (20 years senior level) in the Eastern league.Great list. Kyle Martin Lachie Johns Ryan Mullett (pic) Craig Anderson Matt Jones Jackson Sketcher Myles Sewell Rennie Gilchrist Tom Schneider  Adam Parker

Frankston and Port Melbourne to play for the Jimmy Renouf Cup in their VFL match on Friday night. Renouf played one league game for Fitzroy and later had stints at Port (flags in 1964 and '66) and the Dollies (best and fairest in 1971).He died in a car accident in 1977, aged 37.

There will be a proper Port Melbourne send-off on Friday for legendary Borough ruckman and two-time JJ Liston Trophy champion Vic ‘Stretch’ Aanensen. His Borough teammates are inviting other former VFA players to get along to the Sandridge Centre. They'll bounce the ball at 1pm.

Sandringham Zebras CEO Mark Wheeler opens up on coaching, poaching, membership, a potential Sandy Dragons relocation and community links as the historic club builds for its return to the VFL after its split with St Kilda. ✍️ Paul Amy FULL STORY ▶️ bit.ly/4nusHnE

What a list. Astute Eastern league scribe Danny Cencic names his best 25 players of the past 25 years. It's a hot list - no room for Balwyn star Charlie Haley or brilliant Bull Jackson Sketcher. But six of his top 10 are from Noble Park. heraldsun.com.au/leader/localfo…

Enjoyed a natter with tough Coburg Lion Joel Trudgeon. He's had 404 disposals in the VFL this season, behind only Jacob Dawson, Donovan Toohey and Riley Bonner. He's unheralded. But he's a star.

VFL officials starting to think about this season's Fothergill-Round-Mitchell Medal. Unlike last year, when Richmond's Sam Davidson was a clear favourite and worthy winner, there's no stand out for the judges. Time for one or two players to jump out of the ground.

Hawthorn’s Glenferrie Oval will be a designated women’s-only senior football ground as part of a $30 million redevelopment of the historic Victorian venue. ✍️ Paul Amy Jon Ralph DETAILS | bit.ly/44IJta5

Taken by Christopher Scerri's story in the VFL this season. Went from local Under 18 football at Strathmore straight to the Northern Bullants senior list and has played every game, including last Saturday's win over the Swans. He's going to be a good player.