Around the grounds Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay

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AFLW

Western Jets Lou-Lou Field was part of an under-23 all stars team that played against the AFL National Academy Girls side on Saturday. Made up of the top 18-year-old talent across the country, the academy girls squad showcases players eligible for the 2024 draft, while the Under-23 All Stars side is comprised of select talent playing in Victoria, the Northern Territory and Tasmania, as nominated by AFLW clubs.

Australia Cup

Altona East Phoenix, Altona City and Altona Magic have learned their opponents for the next round of the Australia Cup. The Phoenix has drawn a tough opposition in round five, facing National Premier League powerhouse Avondale. Altona City will play the Manningham United Blues and Altona Magic will face Northcote City.

NPL

It was a tough night for Altona Magic on Saturday in the National Premier League. The Magic was facing Avondale which hit the scoreboard twice in the first half. Avondale completed the job in the second half, winning 4-2. The Magic sit in 12th over eight rounds with four points. In the Victorian Premier League 2 competition, Altona City beat Doveton, 2-1. Altona sits in second after four rounds with three wins and a loss. Altona plays Box Hill United in round four.

FV

Yarraville Glory had to settle for a 0-0 draw with Westgate on Friday night in the FV state league 1 north-west competition as neither side was able to find a goal. The point was the Glory’s first of the season after a loss in round round. In state league 3 north-west, Williamstown had a 2-2 draw with the Heidelberg Eagles, while Laverton beat Altona North 4-2 after dominant first half.