The SMJFL is proud to announce the squads selected to represent the league in the 2026 AFL Victoria Metropolitan Junior Development Series, with approximately 200 players across four age groups earning a place in this year's program. Known more commonly as SMJFL Interleague, the series is one of the most prestigious events on the league calendar and a key milestone in the development pathway for junior players across the region. This year's squads span Under 14 and Under 15 b

Sunday 17th May 2026 MATCH OF THE ROUND East Brighton Vampires U16 Girls STEVENS def. East Malvern U16 Girls BEASLEY by 50 points E Brighton 6.14 (50) def. E Malvern 0.0 (0) | Hurlingham Park Last week, the East Brighton Vampires U16 Girls lost for the first time since Round 9 of 2025. For a side of this calibre, last year's premiers and one of the competition's most consistent performers, it was a rare and refreshing result for others in the competition. On Sunday, they

The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) is proud to renew its annual commitment to women and girls in football for the second year as a signatory to the Australian Football League (AFL)'s Women & Girls Community Football Charter. SMJFL CEO Jamie Howden said, "We are proud to renew our commitment to the Women and Girls Charter, reinforcing our support for women and girls in junior football and our ongoing focus on providing a safe and inclusive environment for our commu

Sunday 10th May 2026 HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! This Sunday's footy doubled as a very special occasion, with games falling on Mother's Day, the sidelines were filled with mums cheering on their kids in what made for a really memorable weekend of junior football. To every mum who packed the bags, drove to the ground, stood on the boundary in the cold, and cheered their hearts out, this one's for you. Happy Mother's Day from everyone at the SMJFL! SPECIAL MENTION - PETER MARTIN A mil

Recent media coverage and evidence provided to the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has again highlighted the deeply concerning experiences of Jewish junior footballers and families within community sport, including within the SMJFL. The SMJFL is unequivocal in its position: antisemitism, vilification, abuse or discrimination of any kind has no place in our competition, on our grounds or in our football community. Our purpose is to provide a safe, inclus

The South Metro Junior Football League is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with Grill’d, strengthening a shared commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles and supporting community groups across Melbourne’s south-east. As a league built on participation, development and wellbeing, the SMJFL continues to align with partners who actively invest in grassroots sport and local communities. Grill’d’s focus on nutrient packed burgers and locally sourced ingredients en

The South Metro Junior Football League is proud to recognise Kieran Kennedy as April's recipient of the Westinghouse Administrator of the Month Award. Kieran has been a dedicated volunteer at East Malvern Knights JFC for nine years, contributing consistently and enthusiastically across his time at the club. His commitment to creating a fun and welcoming environment for junior footballers has made him a key part of the Knights community. In his current roles as Age Group Coord

Sunday 3rd May 2026 TEAM PERFORMANCE OF THE ROUND Ormond U17.5 Boys BURT def. Beaumaris U17.5 Boys SHARKS by 26 points Ormond 9.7 (61) def. Beaumaris 5.5 (35) | Jack Barker Oval Two sides coming off dominant wins, a wet and windy afternoon, and multiple lead changes, this one had it all. With the conditions keeping scoring relatively low, both teams had to grind for every opportunity. Beaumaris came out of the blocks strong, holding the lead at the main break and threatening

The South Metro Junior Football League Umpire Academy is stepping into 2026 with a refreshed new look, launching a redesigned Umpire Uniform with the backing of the academy’s new naming rights partner, TLC Healthcare. “The SMJFL is delighted to welcome TLC Healthcare as the naming rights partner of the SMJFL Umpire Academy. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting the development, wellbeing and progression of our umpires, who play a critical role in the suc

Sunday 26th April 2026 TEAM PERFORMANCE OF THE ROUND AJAX U15 Girls JACKETTES def. Ormond U15 Girls ASHFORD by 5 points AJAX 5.5 (35) def. Ormond 4.6 (30) | Glen Huntly Park Two teams coming off Round 1 losses, a windy morning at Glen Huntly Park, and a five-point margin at the final siren, this one had everything. With the conditions making scoring difficult, both sides had to work hard for every opportunity. AJAX made the most of the wind in the third quarter, kicking thr

TLC Healthcare is joining the SMJFL as our new naming rights partner, and we couldn't be more pleased to have them. This adds to the strong network of health support we have in place for our players, their families, and everyone who shows up weekend after weekend. Pictured: TLC Healthcare CEO Lou Pascuzzi and SMJFL CEO Jamie Howden SMJFL CEO Jamie Howden said the fit felt natural from the start. "TLC Healthcare shares our belief that the health and wellbeing of our players an

Sunday 19th April 2026 Welcome to a refreshed format of the Monash University Monday Review for 2026. In these articles, you will get a recap of the action from the weekend that will include key callouts such as (but not limited to) team performance of the round, honorable mentions, various special mentions and much more. We hope you enjoy the new format, and welcome to footy for 2026! TEAM PERFORMANCE OF THE ROUND Waverley Park Hawks U17.5 Wyllie def. St Peters Murrumbeena

The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Zack Tremigliozzi as the new Umpire Administration Officer. Zack Tremigliozzi Zack joined the SMJFL in 2026 as the Umpire Administration Officer, bringing with him a strong background in boundary umpiring since 2018. After progressing into boundary coaching and serving as the Appointments Officer across 2024–2025, Zack has developed a genuine passion for supporting and guiding the next wa

The South Metro Junior Football League is proud to recognise Adrienne Cochrane as March’s recipient of the Westinghouse Administrator of the Month Award. Adrienne has been a dedicated volunteer at Waverley Park Hawks JFC for nearly eight years, contributing across a wide range of roles within the club. From supporting the canteen and assisting with events, to her involvement in operations and committee leadership, Adrienne has consistently demonstrated an exceptional commitme

The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nathan Whelan as the new Football Operations Coordinator, and Jordan Benitez as the new Football Operations Assistant. Nathan Whelan Nathan Whelan joined SMJFL in 2026 as Football Operations Coordinator, where he supports the delivery of the league’s competition operations and works closely with clubs, umpires and stakeholders throughout the season. Nathan brings experience in sport admin

A huge step forward for female football in Australia! In 2026, the SMJFL will launch a standalone Under 8 Girls competition, completing the pathway from Auskick all the way through to senior women’s football across every age group. This means girls can now start their footy journey with teammates their own age, in a girls-only environment, right from the beginning, right here in South Metro Melbourne. We are extremely proud to be one of the first leagues in Australia to make

The South Metro Junior Football League acknowledges the deeply distressing events that occurred in Bondi on Sunday 14 December and extends its sincere condolences to all those affected. The SMJFL is proud to be one of the only junior sporting leagues in Australia to include a Jewish club, representing more than 900 players, families, volunteers, and community members. Our league is built on the values of respect, inclusion, and belonging, and we stand firmly against hatred, v

Gemma McNabb The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Gemma McNabb as the new General Manager, Commercial & Marketing. Gemma joins the SMJFL with a broad background in marketing, commercial partnerships, and event strategy, working with national sporting bodies, Olympians, and leading global brands to grow audiences and strengthen engagement. Fresh off a Supercars Championship win with Chaz Mostert and the wider Walkinshaw Andre

On Wednesday 29th October, the SMJFL hosted a landmark event dedicated to recognising and empowering women in junior football clubs. The evening, facilitated by Jules Hay, brought together club leaders, coaches, and volunteers to discuss the challenges women and girls face in football and to identify practical solutions for creating more inclusive and supportive environments. The evening began with a workshop designed to empower women as leaders, providing participants with t

The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) proudly hosted the 2025 Presentation Night at the Kingston Town Hall on Sunday, 5 October, celebrating another fantastic season of junior football. More than 1,100 guests attended across two sessions, as players, coaches, volunteers, club committee members, and families came together to recognise the achievements of the year. Reflecting on the season, SMJFL CEO Jamie Howden shared that 2025 was another milestone year for the le