By Jared Beanland. The two finals series of ’22 and ’23 are a fair way in the past for Doncaster East now, having now finished 8 th  on the ladder two years in a row. Seasons marred by injury, inconsistency, and a lack of player continuity have hampered the progress of what otherwise could have been a heavy hitting team. Ryan James is now in his fourth year as senior men’s coach, and is optimistic about the continued development of his side. A fresh start will bring renewed f

By Jared Beanland.   After making the 2023 Division 4 Grand Final and losing out to Surrey Park, Kilsyth have been somewhat in the woods. They did manage finals appearances in the two seasons since, however lost in the first week both times, and have had to go back to the drawing board. Damien Murray was called in to coach the club at the start of last year, and has set about changing the way Kilsyth as a club handles their footy. Not willing to take fourth division for grant

By Jared Beanland. The past three years at Mulgrave have shown great improvement for the Lions as they push closer to the ultimate success. The Lions have made the finals in each of those years with varying levels of expectation, yet have fallen short of what could have been. Wantirna South put them to the sword in the 2025 Semi Final, but with the Devils out of the way an improved Mulgrave side could push for glory in season 2026. Matt Richards enters his fourth year as coa

By Jared Beanland. A disastrous season 2024 has turned been turned around very quickly at Walker Reserve, as the Devils have ascended back to Divivsion 1 after just one year. One of the most thrilling grand finals in recent EFNL memory saw Wantirna South defeat Templestowe by just one point in the Division 2 decider. Jason Heffernan is now in his third year as senior coach of Wantirna South, and will lead his squad back into the second tier of EFNL footy. While they are no st

By Davis Harrigan. Tigers finding a new roar   It’s safe to say being back in Division One in 2026 will have Mitcham champing at the bit to find their way back to Premier Division. Just one win last season, against Berwick in the middle of the year, sees the Tigers back down a division after being propelled into the top flight for the first time in 20 years, anchored by back to back premierships in 2023 and 2024.   Seven games were decided by 10 points or less, signs Mitcham

A great story coming out of Friday's AFL clash between North Melbourne and Carlton was former EFNL star Cooper Trembath winning this round's AFL Rising Star nomination. The former Blackburn and Park Orchards star was selected last season by the North Melbourne Football Club in last year's mid-season draft. In a strong Good Friday performance, Trembath won the Round Four Telstra AFL Rising Star for his three-goal, six mark performance against the Blues. Trembath was a key reas

By Blake Tennant. After missing out on the finals last year, a young Mustangs side are looking at this year as a fresh new opportunity.   Ben Wheat stepped down after taking over last season, with the Mustangs announcing David Gallagher as the new senior coach for this upcoming season.   Gallagher most recently came from Red Hill Football Club, where he spent the last three years as the club’s midfield coach and the senior Co Coach.   “The group won five games last year, and

The  Eastern Football Netball League  is proud to officially launch the brand-new EFNL App, arriving just in time for the opening round of the season. This exciting release marks a major step forward in how supporters connect with the game — delivering a powerful, all-in-one digital experience at your fingertips. What you can expect: Live scoring  from every senior league match, keeping you connected in real time Live streaming access  so you never miss a moment of the action

By Jared Beanland. After tasting premiership success in 2023, Rowville have fallen short of that goal the past two years, losing out in the Preliminary Final both times. Last year it was a deeper run into the finals than a 10-8 home and away record would have suggested. The Hawks have the quality to go far when they are at their best, however 2025 was a story of inconsistency down at Seebeck Oval. Ben Wise enters his sixth year as Rowville’s senior men’s coach, and is optimis

The Eastern Football Netball League (EFNL) is proud to announce the continuation of its valued partnership with Knox Private Hospital, reaffirming a shared commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of the league’s players, officials, and wider community. As a long-standing and trusted healthcare provider within the Eastern region, Knox Private Hospital has played an integral role in supporting the EFNL community, delivering high-quality medical care and expertise both o

By Davis Harrigan.   Blackburn came so close to its first senior premiership since 2002, with last years Premier Division Grand Final going down to the wire. The Burners finished top of the ladder in a landslide, only dropping games across the entire season against East Ringwood and Balwyn. While the ultimate prize remains elusive, the Burners have found their tune over pre-season to have another crack in the EFNL’s top flight.   Senior coach Anthony Fagan was stoked with how

By Josh Ward. The Pioneers are looking to prove their worth this coming season as they re-enter Division Three.   Whitehorse’s senior men’s side return to Division 3 this season after claiming their third EFNL Division 4 premiership last season.   Despite some up and down form at times and their depth being tested, the Pioneers saved their best for last with a thrilling eight-point triumph in last year’s Division 4 decider against Chirnside Park.   Coach Andrew Haining, who i

By Christopher Kourtis.   2026 marks the start of a new era for the Oakleigh District Football Club.    The off-season has brought with it plenty of change at Princes Highway Reserve, as Craig Mulcock takes over the senior coaching role after holding assistant roles at Noble Park and Beaconsfield.    The change comes off the back of Blake Pearson’s move to Premier Division club East Ringwood. The playing coach and 2025club leading goal kicker is not the only big name leaving

By Christopher Kourtis.   Fairpark start with a clean slate in 2026, as new coaches take over both senior sides.   Mark Fisher will take over the newly relegated senior men’s side as they look to take on Division Four.    Fisher’s appointment signals the start of a new chapter at the club. The new senior coach brings with him experience with Essendon’s VFL side, as well as the Eastern Ranges, VIC Metro, Upper Ferntree Gully and Mount Evelyn.    Fisher is just one of many new

The Eastern Football Netball League is seeking new members for the 2026 Eastern Football Netball League Media Team. The EFNL Media Team play a key role in delivering high-quality, engaging, and timely content across the league’s digital platforms. This includes match day coverage, social media content, photography, videography, and create content that promotes the league, its clubs, players, and community. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to gain hands-

The Eastern Football Netball League is thrilled to announce it has been officially recognised as a signatory of the Women and Girls Community Football Charter.   The Women & Girls Community Football Charter is a commitment from Community Football Leagues, Clubs & Umpire Groups to work towards ensuring that all Football environments are welcoming, safe and inclusive for Women & Girls.   EFNL Club and Community Manager, Heath Black, is excited about the recognition and the cont

By Blake Tennant. A youthful Falcons are striving to go again in 2026 after remaining in Division Two despite a tenth-place finish.   No relegation from the division last season means the Falcons have been given another chance to consolidate their position in Division Two.   Senior Coach Mark Sandilands will take the reins after stepping into the role halfway through last season. Despite winning just the two games for the season, there were plenty of positive signs, even push

The Eastern Football Netball League has released the trial squads for the AFL Victoria Metropolitan Junior Development Series. All players selected in the trial squads will be trialling for a position in the league's representative teams in the upcoming AFL Victoria Metropolitan JDS. View the full squads below for both Under 14 and Under 15 Boys and Girls.

By Davis Harrigan. North Ringwood were one step away from the Division One Grand Final in 2025, only just missing out to eventual premiers South Belgrave in the preliminary final. What that has translated to, however, is a playing group hungry to go again in 2026. They’re young, they’ve been working hard, and have started to find the right groove.   Senior coach Matt Price, in his second year at the helm, has had time to develop and build something since the start of 2025. Fr

VFL clubs confirmed their team squads ahead of this weekend's opening round of the 2026 season, with plenty of EFNL representation across the competition. The league is excited to see more representation in the 2026 season with a rise from 74 players last season to 89 players to have been selected on a VFL list. A total of 57 players from the Premier Division competition have landed a spot on a list, with Rowville once again leading the way with nine representatives having se