I don't think it should be played during Gather Round at all. We're only three rounds into the VFL which is too early to pick players on form, and the state game isn't going to draw much interest beyond people who aren't already VFL or SANFL fans when there are nine AFL games being played in Adelaide that weekend. I'd rather the state game be a midseason event and let the VFL run and potentially draw larger crowds when there are no AFL games in Melbourne.
The VFLW Big V held on to win by 24 points. 👍
* It's time to restore the VFA name.
32 degrees in Tanunda - play about to start
Quarter Time
SANFL 2-7(19)
VFL 4-0(24)
SANFL dominated first quarter but their inaccuracy along with VFL efficiency are the reason VFL are in front.
Half Time
SANFL 7-8(50)
VFL 8-2(50)
3 Quarter Time
SANFL 11-10(76)
VFL 12-6(78)
Final Score
SANFL 15-13(103)
VFL 18-6(114)
one of football’s greatest upsets
VFL win their first state game since beating TSL in Hobart in 2012
First win vs SANFL since 2002
Lets bring the state game to Melbourne in 2026
What an incredible game! Quality throughout and it ebbed and flowed all game. It was a classic game of footy. Carn the Vics!!!
* It's time to restore the VFA name.
The game should definitely be held here in Melbourne next year. It would be a good standalone game if played during gather round.
* It's time to restore the VFA name.
I don't think it should be played during Gather Round at all. We're only three rounds into the VFL which is too early to pick players on form, and the state game isn't going to draw much interest beyond people who aren't already VFL or SANFL fans when there are nine AFL games being played in Adelaide that weekend. I'd rather the state game be a midseason event and let the VFL run and potentially draw larger crowds when there are no AFL games in Melbourne.
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