2025 MacInnes Medallist – Mia Cowan
“I would say this has been my best season so far. It’s probably been my most consistent, and the year I’ve enjoyed the most.” Season 2025 was near perfect for
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William Buck Premier Men’s 2025 Club Best & Fairest winners
With the club Best & Fairest Awards presented for another year, here’s who took home their club’s top individual award across Premier Men’s in 2025: OLD BRIGHTON: 1st (18-2) 1.
2025 Woodrow Medallist – Marcus Stavrou
“I think this was the best I’ve ever played. Then throw in the leadership aspect, and it feels like my most complete year of footy.” Marcus Stavrou has become only
2025 Anytime Fitness Men’s Rising Star – Mitch Lloyd
“There is still huge upside to what he can bring, and what makes him special is that he will leave no stone unturned to realise his potential.” Mitch Lloyd has
VAFA Celebrates 2025 Coaches, Volunteer, and Trainer of the Year at Awards Night
At the recent VAFA Awards Night, the community came together to celebrate the contributions of exceptional coaches and volunteers, presenting the Carruthers Executive Community Coach of the Year (Men’s and
2025 Anytime Fitness Women’s Rising Star – Jacinta Baxter
“Being able to play in the VAFA alongside my friends for the love of the game has been fantastic. I’ve been able to play with a lot of freedom, and
A new game against gambling-related harm
Australian footy clubs are shifting the culture of online sports gambling in community football, with new research revealing a significant change in attitudes – and actions – among players, coaches,
Three new VAFA Life Members inducted
Three wonderful servants of the VAFA were recognised and honoured as they received their Life Membership at the 2025 VAFA Awards Night. GEORGE VOYAGE George’s involvement with the VAFA began
Stavrou & Cowan shine brightest in 2025
Prolific Old Xaverians’ ball-winner Marcus Stavrou and dual Old Scotch premiership star Mia Cowan have been crowned the William Buck Premier Men’s & Women’s League Best & Fairest at the
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