Match Previews | It was great to have the siren sounding, the car horns beeping and leather being kicked around last weekend in the opening round of the Hampden Football Netball League.

There were some many great moments from the season openers, with some close matches and outstanding individual performances.

Friday Night Football was a huge success at the Reid Oval, with a big crowd watching the Blues and Saints play in an absolute thriller. The game was in the balance for most of the last quarter and the young Koroit side was able to record a very mature victory.

South Warrnambool flexed their muscles with a commanding win against North Warrnambool, with Shannon Beks dominating the air and in front of the goals. Former Fremantle star Michael Barlow made a welcome return to the HFNL, gathering 42 disposals in an outstanding individual display. Jason Rowan in game 250 starred in his team’s win over Portland, booting six majors and taking a crowd pleasing hanger.

Terang Mortlake are tipped to fare well this season, they recorded a great win over Camperdown in twilight football while Cobden were strong in their win over Hamilton at home.

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