Warragul Gazette | The start of a new season opens up a range of possibilities, and all Mid Gippsland clubs are prepared to put their pre-season to the test under "real" match conditions in round one on Saturday.

No matter the work invested by players and coaches alike, there is sure to be some nervous moments before, during and after this weekend.

The state's most successful team Fish Creek start a rare quest to win three premierships in succession, a feat only completed three times prior in the league's long history.

Hill End will host Mirboo North, whilst Thorpdale will travel to face Morwell East.Hill End v Mirboo North

By their own admission, these two teams would concede that 2024 was a season to, not so much to forget, but certainly to build on.

They have gone about their business in the off-season, doing the things that need to be done in order to achieve the improvement required to be stronger, closer and tougher teams.

The Rovers, with new coach Adrian Burns at the helm, have certainly put in place a more structured and demanding pre-season.

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