VFLW
Williamstown has announced its first re-signings for next year’s Victorian Football League Women’s season. Aleisha Newman, who is currently playing with Sydney in the AFLW, Brittney Gray, Camryn Tyrell, Danica Pedersen, Eloise Freeman, Meagan Williamson and Stella Bridgewater have all committed for next year.
VFL
Williamstown has added to its midfield depth with signing one of the best running defenders in the Victorian Football League competition. Ryley Stoddart joins the club from Frankston, where he had a career best season, averaging 26 disposals as he was named in the VFL team of the year squad. He played six AFL games for Sydney before more recently playing 35 VFL games with Carlton and Frankston.
VFL
Former Altona junior Emerson Jeka has signed with Essendon’s Victorian Football League side for next season. Having been delisted by Hawthorn after playing seven AFL games, Jeka said he was excited to join the red and black. “I’m going to have the opportunity to play my best football at Essendon and I’m really excited to be a part of what they’re bringing to the VFL program,” Jeka said.
FV
A statement released by Football Victoria on Tuesday said soccer clubs across the state are around $2 million in debt. The statement read, “a significant number of clubs failed to meet their financial obligations in 2023… as a result, clubs who are unable or unwilling to meet their financial obligations will be regarded as ineligible to participate in the 2024 season.” If the clubs are unable to rectify their financial situation, they would be in danger of a merger or closure ahead of the 2024 season, the statement read. All Hobsons Bay and Maribyrnong National Premier League and state league clubs were listed as compliant.
