In the A-grade netball, Allansford versus Dennington shapes as the match of the round.
The Cats have dropped to fourth with their round-seven loss to Merrivale and will be eager to bounce back against the Dogs, who have jumped to third.
The Dogs are the big improvers this season and a win on Saturday would cement their position as a genuine premiership contender.
Old Collegians, depending on other results, could move to fifth with a win against ninth-placed Panmure.
The Warriors are fresh off their second victory of the season, a commanding 27-goal triumph over South Rovers.
The bottom-half of the ladder is extremely tight, with only two wins separating 10th from fifth.
In the senior football, Old Collegians (sixth) take on Panmure (seventh) in what is an important clash for both side’s finals aspirations.
The Warriors have found a new level in recent weeks, downing flag-contender Allansford followed by a 52-point victory against South Rovers.
The Bulldogs are also coming off back-to-back wins, including a 41-point triumph over Kolora-Noorat in round seven.
Merrivale versus Timboon Demons is a top-five clash, with both teams looking to respond after losses.
Matt Hughes
Standard Journalist
Australian Community Media