Rye Eclipses Somerville in Round 6

In Round 6 of the MPNFL, Rye outlasted Somerville in tough conditions, winning 78 to 62. Goal kicking woes continued for Somerville, despite strong performances across all grades, writes the Somerville Swooper.

In Round 6 of the MPNFL, Rye outlasted Somerville in tough conditions, winning 78 to 62. Goal kicking woes continued for Somerville, despite strong performances across all grades, writes the Somerville Swooper.

In a thrilling round 3 MPNFL match, Pearcedale narrowly defeated Somerville by 2 points, with key performances from Brett Eddy and Lachlan Haskett. The match mirrored the spirit of traditional country footy amid a packed crowd.

Somerville started their 2025 MPFNL Division 2 campaign with a commanding 51-point win over Karingal. A strong first half, standout performances, and a packed home crowd set the tone for the season.

More than 200 young footy enthusiasts gathered at Hastings Football Club on Wednesday for a special AFL community clinic, a joint initiative led by the St Kilda Football Club, AFL Victoria, Hastings Police, Western Port Neighbourhood Watch, the Rotary Club of Hastings, and Hastings Football Club.

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