SOCIALS WRAP: Week 1

VAFA footy is officially back for 2026 with old rivalries, big performances and next-level highlights.

Newly minted skipper and 2025 MacInnes Medallist Mia Cowan was up to her usual tricks, kicking two goals in her milestone 50th game.

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Old Haileybury favourite Durras Seccull celebrated 150 games with a goal in the first term.

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Do we have an early Goal of the Year contender? Old Brighton’s Josh Farrell booted a beauty in the Holmesglen Under 19 Premier Men’s that was streamed live on Kommunity TV.

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21-year-old Henry Long took an all-time screamer in his senior debut for Old Scotch.

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Old Xavs midfielder Campbell Lane took out the SKINS Player of the Game with an impressive 39 touches.

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Clubs and officials across the VAFA paid tribute to late umpire Ben Austin, honouring him with a minute of silence.

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You can watch all matches from William Buck Premier Men’s and Women’s, Premier B and C Men’s on-demand via VAFATV, see all the results thanks to GYG here, and stay tuned to the VAFA website for reports from the weekend’s action.

Follow the VAFA on Instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with action across the competition.