Round 1 Football Reports

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Seymour 5.11.41 def by Rochester 6.6.42

Best: D Davis, C Carmichael, B McCarthy, J Kennedy, P Dixon
Goals: S Brown 1, Z Brown 1, S Charles 1, B McCarthy 1, A Nash 1



O'Keefe's IGA Seymour Reserves 

Seymour 11.9.75 def Rochester 5.1.31


The Reserves kicked off the season against Rochester, who gained the upper hand in last year’s preliminary final against the Lions.

It looked like it was set to be another close contest with Rochester taking a slender lead into half time.

After the break, the Lions came out energised and managed to keep the Tigers scoreless for the rest of the game while piling on seven goals of their own.

Nic Davey made a fantastic return, finishing best on ground in a great all round performance.

Tyler Clarke and Sam Fuhrmeister also impressed around the ground while Jay Eager was a strong presence from the first bounce.

Cam Osmond and Jack Radford were impressive in their debut games for the Lions, proving a deadly combination.

Will O’Sullivan had the crowd in raptures with his return to the game, displaying great forward craft.

A superb start to the season for the Reserves.


Best: N Davey, T Clarke, J Eager, S Fuhrmeister, C Osmond
Goals: C Osmond 3, N Davey 2, W O’Sullivan 2, J Radford 2, S McMaster 1, T Thomas 1


Seymour Club Seniors

Seymour 5.10.40 def by Rochester 18.11.119

The Lions knew they were in for a tough match against a strong Rochester outfit and so it proved to be.

The first quarter saw the Lions’ best effort of the match with a couple of goals and Rochester only holding a four point lead.

Tom Jeffrey bagged his first goal for the Lions early on, with Lucas Cavigan and Lachy Giles doing likewise later in the day.

Rochester put the game to bed in the second quarter kicking seven goals while the Lions were held goalless in the third term before eventually going down by 79 points.

Nic Quigg worked hard all day in the middle alongside Jack Murphy and in great news for Lions fans, Dylan Cook played a solid game in his return to senior footy.

New recruit Lachy Beattie fought hard down back while Lucas Cavigan put his best foot forward on debut.

A tough day for the Lions who will be looking to bounce back at home next week.


Best: N Quigg, J Murphy, L Beattie, D Cook, L Cavigan
Goals: N Beattie 1, L Cavigan 1, L Giles 1, T Jeffrey 1, O Munro 1






Seymour FNC News

Preliminary Final Netball Reports

September 15, 2025
O’SULLIVAN BUILDERS B RESERVE Seymour 38 def Rochester 24 The first quarter started with great intensity as the momentum swung back and forth. The Lions had a terrific second quarter and changes helped the team push just in front at the main break. Confident shooting from Shona Gesler, Chloe Locke and Mia Allen added scoreboard pressure. Grace Barry was doing a thankless task at keeping her opponent limited. Well done girls on booking your spot in the Grand Final! Seymour Hardware Group B GRADE Seymour 43 def Euroa 42 The whole game both teams were evenly matched. The Lions went into the second half of the game five goals down. With a few changes late in the game the Lions were able to get the upper hand and win by a goal. Our pressure in defence was amazing. Everyone did a great job. See you in the Grand Final next week! Beer Auto Group Seymour A GRADE Seymour 34 def by Euroa 73 The match began with a thrilling exchange of goals, as both teams showcased their determination. Euroa quickly capitalised on the Lions' early misses, establishing an early lead. In response, the Lions implemented a catch-up strategy, making early substitutions to utilise their bench effectively and minimise the damage. Despite their efforts, Euroa demonstrated their status as the reigning Premiers of 2024. Sarah Szczykulski was a standout in defense, working tirelessly to thwart Euroa's advances, while Ally Black excelled in the midcourt, delivering precise passes to Ruby Martin. Martin showcased her shooting skills, converting opportunities with remarkable accuracy. Although the Lions faced a heavy loss, which was not the desired outcome for the conclusion of the 2025 season, there is optimism for the future. The development of the younger players within the squad offers hope that the Lions can emerge as strong contenders in the GVL moving forward.

Reserves Preliminary Final Football Report

September 14, 2025
O'Keefe's IGA Seymour Reserves Seymour 6.5.41 def Mansfield 4.4.28 After a tough defeat against Kyabram last week, the Reserves were ready to take advantage of their second chance to book their place in the Grand Final. Mansfield had the wind advantage in the first quarter, making plenty of the play but they were held goalless by a determined Seymour backline. In the second term the game remained even, with neither team able to gain the upper hand before Seymour took the lead late in the third, a lead they did not relinquish for the remainder of the game. Curtis Powell was dominant through the middle of the ground, backing up his ball winning prowess with a couple of crucial goals. Alex Elliott continued his solid finals form with another strong performance, while Nick Dundon provided run and carry all day, driving the Lions into attack. Down back, Scott McMaster and Sam Fuhrmeister repelled countless Mansfield entries, intercept marking at will, with McMaster running hard of half back. A great win ahead of a massive rematch against Kyabram in the Grand Final.  Best: C Powell, A Elliott, N Dundon, S McMaster, S Fuhrmeister Goals: C Powell 2, J Davey 2, W Le Deux 1, J Radford 1

Semi Final Netball Reports

September 9, 2025
O’SULLIVAN BUILDERS B RESERVE Seymour 36 def by Euroa 45 A super effort from the Lions. They fought to the end in a very contested game. Shona Gesler was steady as always in goals and Mia Allen entered the game with energy. Chloe Locke asserted her dominance at both ends of the court and the team put in an effort they should be proud of. Euroa were too strong in terribly wet conditions. Seymour Hardware Group B GRADE Seymour 51 def Swans 37 The first quarter was goal for goal, with the Lions holding strong to stay in touch. We applied full court pressure leading to multiple turnovers, allowing us to bring the ball to our shooters. Our defence was solid with Toni Bootland getting her hands on everything. It was a great game to watch. The girls were super and played for each other. Well done Beer Auto Group Seymour A GRADE Seymour 32 def by Bears 42 The Lions had a strong first quarter, playing strategically. Ruby Martin and Sarah Szczykulski applied all the pressure defensively, keeping their opponents out of the game early. Ellie Fuhrmeister and Ally Black worked well to create movement in the goals. Lucy Zotti was a workhorse in the middle of the court but the Lions weren’t able to stay with the Bears late in the game. The girls have another chance next week to make it into the Grand Final.
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