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Western FL

The Western Football League has revealed its division 1 team of the year for 2025. The team which was voted for by the coaches, included players from eight of the 10 teams. Premiers Werribee Districts had the most players selected in the team with five players picked and coach Chris Gilham named as the coach of the year. Albion’s Caleb McPherson was named captain of the team.

A-League

Adelaide United have announced the signing of twin sisters and central midfielders Adriana and Melissa Taranto ahead of the A-League women’s 2025-26 season. The pair had been key members of the Western United line up since day one and have now found a new home with Western United going into hibernation. Adriana Taranto she was so excited to sign with Adelaide United for this season. “This is a club that has given me another opportunity to grow as both a player and a person in the A-Leagues. I’ve always admired Adelaide United and the high standards they set,“ she said. Melissa Taranto said, “I’m truly honoured and grateful for the opportunity to join Adelaide United. This marks an exciting new chapter in my career, and I’m looking forward to contributing to the team’s success both on and off the pitch.“

VFL

Williamstown has announced that Hamish Murphy and Hamish Morrison won’t be on its Victorian Football League list next season. The club announced its first list changes last week, with the pair not being offered contracts. Both players finish their time with Williamstown after registering one game each this season. The pair made their debuts in round four alongside Ned Pendergast, when the Seagulls hosted Coburg at DSV Stadium on Good Friday.

Cricket

The Victorian Turf and Victorian Sub-District cricket association seasons are set to kick off this weekend. The VTCA starts the season with one-dayers, while the VSDCA will start with two-day matches.

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