Match Previews | There’s great news out of Tigerland, with Portland locking in Lachie Hupputz to coach again in 2026.

Hupputz has made a significant impact in his return to the club, and the results are beginning to show. Portland has taken major steps forward this season and are now a genuine finals contender, eyeing their first September campaign since 2022.

A highly respected player with a sharp football mind, Lachie’s re-signing is a massive win for the Portland Football Netball Club, providing stability and momentum heading into the future.

His signature joins a growing list of reappointments across the league, with both Terang Mortlake and the Hamilton Kangaroos also confirming their senior coaches for next season.

It’s a positive sign of clubs backing in their development and planning for long-term success.

On the field, Round 13 brought more movement in the race for finals. The top five is anything but settled, with teams continuing to leapfrog each other weekly.

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