It’s starting to hit that pointy-end of the Warrnambool and District league season with five rounds left to play before finals.
And this weekend looms as one of the most important rounds in the context of the season.
Despite the cold Warrnambool weather, it’s an exciting time for footy and netball fans across the region.
Both footy and netball competitions are as even as they possibly could be with the race for fifth spot set up beautifully.
One of the games of the round on Saturday sees Dennington look to consolidate its position in fifth in a testing road trip to Panmure.
The Dogs narrowly escaped with a win against Old Collegians last round and are looking to stave off Kolora-Noorat who are chasing their tails.
The Power travel to Timboon to take on the Demons with the clash a must-win for both teams.
Allansford and Russells Creek will provide an early finals-like treat for fans with both premiership contenders looking for a big win.
In A grade netball, it doesn’t get bigger for Old Collegians who will be hoping to spring a major upset against Merrivale.
Dennington must respond against winless Panmure to stay in fifth with Timboon Demons hosting fourth-placed Kolora-Noorat in a winnable clash.
Premiership contenders Nirranda and Allansford are absolutely flying and will be hoping to maintain the rage as they both gear up for finals.
The two teams have seemingly pulled away from the pack but with so much netball left to play, anything’s possible in the final month and a bit before finals kicks off.
Nick Creely
Journalist
Warrnambool Standard