The Victorian metropolitan football leagues of Victoria are united in expressing our deepest sympathies following the tragic incident that occurred during a Northern Football Netball League (NFNL) Reserves match on the weekend. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the family and loved ones of the individual involved, as well as the players, coaches, officials, volunteers, spectators and the wider football community who have been impacted by this devastating event. Australian...

Sunday 24th May 2026 MATCH OF THE ROUND Highett/Cheltenham Panthers U15 Boys KNOWLES def. AJAX U15 Boys JETS by 1 point Highett/Cheltenham 4.9 (33) def. AJAX 4.8 (32) | Princes Park (Caulfield South) One point. Again. AJAX will know the feeling well after winning by the same margin just last week, but on Sunday it was Highett/Cheltenham Panthers who got to celebrate at the final siren in a contest that had everyone on the boundary locked in. For Highett, this was their first close game of...

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 boys and girls,...