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malleeflIn match of the round, Ouyen United will defend their unbeaten run at home to Woomelang Lascelles.

The Demons will be on a high after an exciting 4-point win over the premiership favourites last week and will hope to carry that momentum into this match.
Young talent stood up for the ladder leaders last week against an experience and hard-bodied opposition. Aron Morrish rarely loses a contest, and plays with maturity beyond his years. Once these young players get their confidence up they are hard to reign in.
However, they will have to lift again as they face a determined Cats outfit. Ouyen United's time at the top of the ladder could be short lived if they don't play tight, accountable footy.
If the Cats find space and time their class players in Pierce Liddle, Jack Shannahan and Arnold Kirby will make them pay. These players have the ability to give their side great momentum at any stage of a game and will need to be closely watched.
Walpeup Underbool will be looking for their first win and a chance to jump into the top 4 when they clash with the Sea Lake Nandaly Tigers at the Underbool Recreation Reserve.
The Roos will welcome back brothers Luke and Joshua Coates to add plenty of run and clean disposal – an area that needs some improvement. They have plenty of ball winners around the ground, it will just be a matter maintaining possession.
This won't be made easy with the Tigers' whole ground pressure. Their onballers work hard to get back and help in defence, then push forward on attack. Sea Lake are well drilled and all players stick to their simple but effective game-plan.
Luke Martin has made a great start to the season. He sets up their backline through disciplined spoiling and pressure, assisting their run and carry players.
The Tigers' forwards were kept quiet last week, and with Matt Palmer possibly out for the Roos, will be looking to capitalize on some mismatches when they line up.
The Southern Mallee Giants will welcome a bye.

By Dale Shannon