VAFA Statement – January 2026
In January 2026, the VAFA appointed an independent investigator to examine allegations regarding inappropriate costumes worn by a number of players from a VAFA club at a private end-of-season function,
Three matches that were washed out during Round 8 have been unable to be rescheduled and a result of draw has been declared by the VAFA.
The Old Melburnians vs St Kevin’s Premier B thirds match has been called a draw. Both clubs were unable to come to an agreement on date and time to play the games. The Competition Integrity Sub-Committee awarded both teams 2 points.
The Old Trinity and Old Hailburians Premier B thirds game has also been called a draw for the same reasons as the above game. Both teams have been awarded 2 points each.
The VAFA is still working with the other clubs and teams affected by the washed out matches from the 1st June Round 8 fixtures.
In January 2026, the VAFA appointed an independent investigator to examine allegations regarding inappropriate costumes worn by a number of players from a VAFA club at a private end-of-season function,
The 2026 Premier C Men’s fixture has dropped, and it promises to be a fascinating season, with plenty of coaching changes, a couple of accomplished teams returning from Premier B,
The 2026 Premier B Men’s fixture has been released, and, as in 2025, this section is shaping up to be one of the tightest and most exciting in the entire
