Round 2 rumbles: Ormond holds, Mazenod marches, Saints run riot

The second round of the 2025 season is in the books leading into the Easter break. With four teams undefeated thus far, it has been an exciting first two rounds. Let’s dive into the highs and lows of the weekend past.

Prahran secured their first victory of the season on Saturday morning, defeating Elsternwick by 10 points at Toorak Park, 6.5 (41) to 4.7 (31). It was an even spread of goal kickers for Prahran, with six individual contributors booting a single major each.

Elsternwick relief heavily on the accuracy of forward Ashira Chait, who starred with three goals and was named best on ground for a dominant performance.

Prahran can rest a little easier heading into the bye, knowing they have secured a spot in the middle order for now, after getting those illustrious first 4 points.

Old Camberwell continued their unbeaten start to the season with a 23-point victory over Albert Park, 6.2 (38) to 2.3 (15). Both teams had a battle in a tight first half, with just 5 points separating the two sides at the main break.

An impactful 3 goal to 1 third quarter was exactly what the Weller’s needed to run home with the win. Bridget Facey led the charge in front of the big stick with a terrific three-goal display, while captain Alannah Frampton was named among the best, alongside Jess Humphries and Gabriella Bianco.

Despite the result, with key personnel and key players out, Albert Park had key standouts. Normally stepping in as the team manager, Sarah Grace was impressive on debut, being a presence on both ends of the grounds, with one tackle, one mark and one goal.

Bonnie Grining and Alicia Lyons were named best on ground for the Falcons, with both players stepping up in key moments; Grining kicking one goal.

Mazenod have moved up into second on the ladder after defeating Canterbury by 41 points, 7.12 (54) to 2.1 (13). Whilst it was a tightly contested first quarter, a three-goal third quarter was enough to keep the winning streak alive.

Lara Del Conte continued her brilliant form to the season, finishing with three goals for the game for the Nodders. While a comprehensive defensive effort held Canterbury to just one goal in the first half and another one in the second half.

This win adds a healthy percentage boost for Mazenod as they sit among 3 others undefeated sides in Division 3 Women’s.

Canterbury will need to find a way to win on the road as they are set to play their third away game in Round 3 after the Easter bye weekend.

St Mary’s Salesian dominated from start to finish in a 69-point thrashing over the South Melbourne Districts, 11.5 (71) to 0.2 (2).

It was a slow start on the scoreboard from both ends with no goals registered in the first term. From that point onwards, St Mary’s kicked 4, 3 and 4 goals, taking full authority over the match. Lucy Dobbyn was a standout in the side’s victory, kicking four goals for the match.

The Bloods couldn’t find their feet and struggled to get into the match as the onslaught from the Saints kept coming.

Although not at Lindsay Hassett Oval, their best chance at securing their first four points will come in Round 3 when they come up against Canterbury at Ian Johnson Oval, in the familiar surrounds of Albert Park. This 9^th v 10^th clash will ensure one of the two sides walks away with their first victory, unless of course we are dealt our first draw of the season.

In a game that ebbed and flowed, it was Ormond who held strong through the four quarters to claim victory over North Brunswick, 6.6 (42) to 3.4 (22). Ormond held a significant 35-point advantage at the 3-quarter-time break, of which North Brunswick valiantly fought to minimise in the final term.

Despite being under siege for much of the match, North Brunswick won the final 20 minutes kicking 2.3 and keeping Ormond scoreless. Alas, it was not enough to claw back the full margin and the Monders claimed the four points.

Teagan Engelander slotted two goals for the day, while Michaela Di Lecce, Charlotte Fisher, Bo Fox and skipper Indiana Harrison all contributed a goal of their own.

At the other end, Mary Ntalianis and Shanae Collins were standouts for North Brunswick in a tough loss.

Round 3 of the Division 3 Women’s kicks off on Saturday April 26th, with the Easter weekend bye coming up this weekend. There are some interesting matchups on the horizon with four undefeated sides heading into Round 3, whilst four sides look to kick start their 2025 campaign.