AFL Riverina

04/06/2026

General Bye 🏉🏐

This weekend, our Football and Netball community enjoys a well-earned break for the June Long Weekend.

After a busy start to the season, we are taking a look at the Players who have been setting the benchmark within our Football competitions thanks to Premier Data.

Enjoy the break, stay safe and we look forward to seeing everyone next weekend as the second half of the season gets underway!

03/06/2026

A Night out with Grand Pacific Health and the Two Danes🎉

Looking for a reason to get out of the house, catch up with mates and have a laugh? Join Grand Pacific Health for a free community night out at the Wagga RSL Club, featuring AFL great Dane Swan as special guest and comedian Dane Simpson as MC.

Enjoy a relaxed evening of good company, entertainment, laughs, food and lucky door prizes, at no cost.

Register your attendance via the link below
https://events.humanitix.com/a-night-out-with-grand-pacific-health-and-the-two-danes

03/06/2026

Farrer FNL Ladders 🏆

Round 9 is complete and after a well earned June Long Weekend break, the second half of the Farrer League season is set to get underway 🔥

On the field, in Seniors, East Wagga Kooringal Hawks remain the benchmark, sitting undefeated after the opening nine rounds. Behind them, Temora Kangaroos, North Wagga and Marrar Bombers are locked in a tight battle on five wins each.

CSU Bushpigs sit undefeated atop the Reserve Grade ladder, with The Rock Yerong Creek Magpies just one loss behind in hot pursuit. The Under 18.5’s competition remains wide open after Round 9, with Northern Jets leading the way, and North Wagga Saints and Coleambally Blues firmly in the mix.

On the court, Temora Kangaroos hold top spot in A Grade, however Marrar Bombers and North Wagga Saints are only one win behind, setting up a tight battle for the remainder of the season.

North Wagga Saints are the team to beat in A Reserve, sitting undefeated at the halfway mark. B Grade, C Grade, and the Under 17’s competitions are all tightly contested, with CSU Bushsows, Barellan Two Blues and Temora Kangaroos sitting atop their respective ladders.

Who will make their move in the second half of the season? 👀

02/06/2026

Riverina FNL Ladders 🏆

Round 8 is complete and the race to finals is heating up 🔥

On the Field, Coolamon Rovers remain the team to catch in the Senior Competition, but the chasing pack is refusing to let them get too comfortable. With just a handful of wins separating the contenders, the battle for a place in the Top 5 is set to intensify as we approach the second half of the season.

Reserve Grade and Under 18's are proving just as competitive. MCUE Goannas and Collingullie Wagga Demons share top spot in Reserve Grade with seven wins each, while Wagga Tigers and Narrandera Imperials lead the way in Under 18's with six wins each.

On the Court, MCUE Goannas continue to set the pace, holding top spot in A Grade, A Reserve, B Grade and C Grade. However, Coolamon, Collingullie Wagga Demons and Wagga Tigers remain firmly in the hunt, keeping the pressure on across multiple grades.

Meanwhile, the Under 17's competition could not be tighter, with Ganmain Grong Grong Matong Lions holding a slender one-point lead over Coolamon and Collingullie Wagga Demons.

Which team is set to make their move and who could be under pressure as the ladder tightens? 👀

01/06/2026

Meet the Team 👋

Following Community Umpiring Week, it is only fitting that we introduce Troy Mavroudis, Umpiring Coordinator for ACT & Regional NSW.

Troy has been supporting umpires across Southern NSW for 11 years and has been part of the AFL family for more than 20 years. His role involves umpire recruitment, retention and education for both League-appointed and Club-appointed officials.

Troy loves the variety his role brings and the opportunity to meet so many passionate people who love umpiring and Football. He especially enjoys sharing coaching tips that help umpires improve and watching them develop throughout their umpiring journey.

One of Troy’s proudest achievements is helping drive growth in umpire registrations year after year while championing diversity and inclusion across the region. He has also enjoyed some unforgettable experiences on the field, including umpiring more than 130 games and officiating an exhibition match at The Oval in London.

When he is not busy at work, Troy enjoys spending quality time with his family, following his kids' sporting pursuits and hanging out with their Jack Russell, Trevor.

Fun fact: Troy is an avid collector of coins, basketball cards and stamps!

01/06/2026

Players of the Week 🔥

Our Riverina Fresh, Players of the Week from Temora Junior Football and Netball Club are Isabelle and Parker.

Congratulations👏

Players of the Week!

Congratulations to Isabelle & Parker from Temora Kangaroos

Isabelle Wiencke - Isabelle is a newcomer to our u10s Roos team this year and has already shown great skills and ability in our first two rounds. Not only does Isabelle show great shooting ability but she also reads the play and moves to into space consistently.
Great work Issy.

Parker McCormack - Parker has been named Riverina Player of the Week after an outstanding performance for the Under 12 Temora Roos against Ariah Park Jets, showing skill, effort and great sportsmanship across the entire match. Parker was strong around the contest, consistently winning the ball and using it wisely to set up teammates. Their work rate, positive attitude and willingness to support others stood out to coaches and spectators alike, making a real impact on the team’s performance. Parker’s commitment, teamwork and leadership embody the spirit of junior footy and fully deserve this week’s recognition.

31/05/2026

Community Umpiring Week Wrap-Up 💚

As Community Umpiring Week comes to a close, we reflect on the great moments shared between our Umpires, Players, Coaches and communities across AFL Riverina.

From School Football Grand Finals to Junior and Senior Competitions, it has been fantastic to see our Umpires recognised and appreciated for the important role they play.

While this week shines a spotlight on our Umpires; respect and appreciation should continue every week, at every game, across every competition. Footy & Netball simply would not happen without them.

Thank you to everyone who got involved throughout the week and helped support our Team in Green.

29/05/2026

Milestone Moments in AFL Riverina 🏉🏐

Tomorrow, Adrian Pavese will lead Wagga Tigers in his remarkable 700th coaching game. Beginning his coaching career in Under 11s at Griffith Swans in 1991, the milestone is an incredible achievement and a true reflection of his passion, commitment and long-standing contribution to the game.

Holly Nelson will take the court for her 100th senior game for East Wagga Kooringal Hawks. A valued teammate, and friend to so many around the club, Holly always bringing dedication, passion and skill every time she steps onto the court.

Last weekend, Kahlan Spencer from Griffith Swans FNC ran out for his 100th senior match. Debuting at just 15 years old, reaching 100 senior games is a testament to Kahlan’s talent, dedication and commitment to the Swans, where he continues to grow into an important leader for the club.

At The Rock Yerong Creek Football Netball Club , Shannon Williams took to the field for his 250th senior game. A former Marrar player who joined the Magpies in 2021, Shannon has played a key role in two First Grade premierships and also led the way as Reserve Grade premiership coach in 2023.

Also at the Magpies, Ryan Kirkwood played his 100 club games. Ryan is a valued club member and part of the 2023 premiership side, continuing to make a strong contribution on and off the field.

Congratulations to our Players and Coach on achieving outstanding milestones 👏

28/05/2026

Weekend Fixtures 🏉🏐

As Community Umpiring Week continues, this weekend across both Junior and Senior Competitions, our Players and Clubs will celebrate and acknowledge our Umpires for their dedication, commitment and contribution to our game each and every week. We also encourage all supporters on the sidelines to take a moment to recognise and thank those who make our games possible.

BarTV Sports livestreamed Matches of the Round are:
Farrer - Coleambally Football Netball Club v Barellan Two Blues
Riverina - Coolamon Rovers Football & Netball Club v Griffith Swans FNC

27/05/2026

Community Umpiring Week Continues 🌟

This evening, we are shining a spotlight on the people behind the whistle.

Every umpire has their own story, journey and reason for giving back to the game and we have taken the time to get to know some of the dedicated individuals who help make Footy possible across AFL Riverina.

From how they first became involved in umpiring, to what they enjoy most about being part of the game, we are proud to share the stories of the people in green who show up each week for our Clubs and Competitions.

Join us in celebrating our Umpires and thank them for the important role they play in our game 🙏