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Ellinbank & District Football League

Last updated on May 29, 2024 at 14:52 pm

Posted on May 20, 2024 at 06:39 am

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Welcome to the Ellinbank & District Football Netball League (EDFNL)! This exciting league is all about Australian rules football and netball, and it is based in the West Gippsland region of Victoria. Let's explore the history, the teams, and the fun events that make this league special.

History of the EDFNL

The Ellinbank & District Football League (EDFL) was founded in 1937. Over the years, it has grown and changed, bringing many small towns and villages together to enjoy sports. In 2022, the EDFL merged with the Ellinbank & District Netball Association (EDNA) to form the Ellinbank & District Football Netball League (EDFNL).

List of Teams

List of Teams

The EDFNL is made up of 11 fantastic teams. Here’s a quick look at each of them in a table format:

Club Name

Moniker

Home Ground

Formed

First Year

Premierships

Most Recent Premiership

Buln Buln Lyrebirds

Lyrebirds

Buln Buln Recreation Reserve

1919

1949

11

2023

Catani Blues

Blues

Catani Recreation Reserve


1976

4

2017

Ellinbank Eagles

Eagles

Ellinbank Recreation Reserve

1937


15

1995

Neerim-Neerim South Cats

Cats

Neerim South Recreation Reserve

1954


8

2022

Lang Lang Tigers

Tigers

Lang Lang Community Recreation Precinct

1895

2000

0

—

Longwarry Crows

Crows

Longwarry Recreation Reserve

1900s

1993

1

2019

Nilma Darnum Bombers

Bombers

Darnum Recreation Reserve

1947


5

2009

Nyora Saints

Saints

Nyora Recreation Reserve

1880s

1967

4

2018

Poowong Magpies

Magpies

Poowong Recreation Reserve

1900s

1967

9

2003

Trafalgar Bloods

Bloods

Trafalgar Recreation Reserve

1888

2021

0

—

Yarragon Panthers

Panthers

Dowton Park Reserve, Yarragon

1895

2019

0

—

Highlights from Recent Seasons

2023 Season

  • Seniors Premiers: Buln Buln Lyrebirds won the senior premiership by defeating Neerim-Neerim South Cats.

  • Reserves Premiers: Neerim-Neerim South Cats took the title.

  • Under 18s Premiers: Ellinbank Eagles emerged as champions.

  • Under 16s Premiers: Ellinbank Eagles also won in this category.

Highlights from Recent Seasons

The EDFNL has seen some amazing moments over the years. Here are a few highlights:

  • 2019: Longwarry Football Club won the senior premiership by 39 points against Ellinbank.

  • 2020: All competitions were abandoned due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • 2021: The season resumed, but no finals were played due to ongoing restrictions.

  • 2023: Buln Buln celebrated their first senior premiership since 2014, with a grand final win over Neerim-Neerim South.

Community Involvement

The EDFNL is not just about sports; it's about bringing communities together. The league hosts events that everyone can enjoy, from exciting matches to community gatherings. It's a place where kids and adults alike can participate in football and netball, making friends and building strong community bonds.

The Ellinbank & District Football Netball League is a wonderful part of the West Gippsland region. With its rich history, dedicated teams, and strong community involvement, it continues to be a place where people come together to enjoy the spirit of sports. Whether you're playing, cheering, or just learning about the league, there's always something exciting happening in the EDFNL!

For more detailed information visit Ellinbank & District Football League Wikipedia Page.

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