Across the 2024 Smithy's VFL Finals Series hear the full preview of the upcoming matches taking place this weekend. This week Joey and Gemma are joined by the two competing captains ahead of the first bounce on Sunday at Ikon Park. 

In this BONUS edition of State of Play you'll hear: 
A look ahead to how this game will play out
What both sides need to do to get the game on their terms
INTERVIEW: Dom Brew (Werribee) & Brayden Crossley (Southport) ahead of the first bounce on Sunday
Grand Final selections

Subscribe to the State of Play VFL/W Podcast wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday. 

Across the 2024 Smithy's VFL Finals Series hear the full preview of the upcoming matches taking place this weekend. This week Joey and Gemma are joined by the two competing captains ahead of the first bounce on Sunday at Ikon Park. 
In this BONUS edition of State of Play you'll hear: 
<ul>
<li>A look ahead to how this game will play out</li>
<li>What both sides need to do to get the game on their terms</li>
<li>INTERVIEW: Dom Brew (Werribee) &amp; Brayden Crossley (Southport) ahead of the first bounce on Sunday</li>
<li>Grand Final selections</li>
</ul>
Subscribe to the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ro5G82iaBeZ7hJ1q5m11d">State of Play VFL/W Podcast</a> wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday.

GRAND FINAL PREVIEW | A captains call ahead of the first bounce on Sunday

Joe Pignataro and Gemma Bastiani bring you the State of Play in the Smithy's VFL and Rebel VFLW competitions. 

We have our Grand Final combatants locked in for this Sunday afternoon at Ikon Park as well as this, we celebrate the 2024 season in style at Crown for the JJ Liston Trophy Night. 

Catch up on:
The return to the Grand Final stage for Werribee
Southport are also out for redemption after losing in 2022
INTERVIEW: Steve Daniel; Coach of Southport and Jimmy Allan; Coach of Werribee
INTERVIEW: Dom Carbone; Bulldogs captain and winner of the Lambert-Pearce Medal and Dom Brew; Werribee captain and winner of the JJ Liston Trophy
A look ahead to the Grand Final

Subscribe to the State of Play VFL/W Podcast wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday. 

<a href="https://twitter.com/JoeyPigz">Joe Pignataro</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/glbastiani">Gemma Bastiani</a> bring you the State of Play in the <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vfl/">Smithy's VFL</a> and <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vflw">Rebel VFLW</a> competitions. 
We have our Grand Final combatants locked in for this Sunday afternoon at Ikon Park as well as this, we celebrate the 2024 season in style at Crown for the JJ Liston Trophy Night. 
Catch up on:
<ul>
<li>The return to the Grand Final stage for Werribee</li>
<li>Southport are also out for redemption after losing in 2022</li>
<li>INTERVIEW: Steve Daniel; Coach of Southport and Jimmy Allan; Coach of Werribee</li>
<li>INTERVIEW: Dom Carbone; Bulldogs captain and winner of the Lambert-Pearce Medal and Dom Brew; Werribee captain and winner of the JJ Liston Trophy</li>
<li>A look ahead to the Grand Final</li>
</ul>
Subscribe to the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ro5G82iaBeZ7hJ1q5m11d">State of Play VFL/W Podcast</a> wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday.

Sharks & Bee's book a place with destiny, a DOMinant night at the Liston Trophy

Joe Pignataro and Gemma Bastiani bring you the State of Play in the Smithy's VFL and Rebel VFLW competitions. 

The Queensland teams owned semi-final weekend and booked their spot in the preliminary finals this coming Saturday. 

Catch up on:
Southport's stronghold over the Cats at GMHBA stadium 
Brisbane outrun the Seagulls
Top 5 locks for the 2024 VFL team of the year
INTERVIEW: Ben Hudson; coach of Brisbane
Looking ahead to the preliminary finals

Subscribe to the State of Play VFL/W Podcast wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday. 

<a href="https://twitter.com/JoeyPigz">Joe Pignataro</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/glbastiani">Gemma Bastiani</a> bring you the State of Play in the <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vfl/">Smithy's VFL</a> and <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vflw">Rebel VFLW</a> competitions. 
The Queensland teams owned semi-final weekend and booked their spot in the preliminary finals this coming Saturday. 
Catch up on:
<ul>
<li>Southport's stronghold over the Cats at GMHBA stadium </li>
<li>Brisbane outrun the Seagulls</li>
<li>Top 5 locks for the 2024 VFL team of the year</li>
<li>INTERVIEW: Ben Hudson; coach of Brisbane</li>
<li>Looking ahead to the preliminary finals</li>
</ul>
Subscribe to the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ro5G82iaBeZ7hJ1q5m11d">State of Play VFL/W Podcast</a> wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday.

Queensland footy reigns supreme across semi-final weekend

Across the 2024 Smithy's VFL Finals Series hear the full preview of the upcoming matches taking place this weekend. This week Joey and Gemma are joined by Coburg coach Jamie Cassidy-McNamara to unpack his decision to recommit to the Burgers in 2025 and dissect the two semi-finals this weekend.

In this BONUS edition of State of Play you'll hear: 
The year that was at Coburg
Jamie's decision to re-commit to Coburg in 2025
PREVIEW: Geelong vs. Southport; Saturday at 11:30am on 7Mate & AFL.com.au
PREVIEW: Brisbane vs. Williamstown; Saturday at 12:45pm on AFL.com.au

Subscribe to the State of Play VFL/W Podcast wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday. 

Across the 2024 Smithy's VFL Finals Series hear the full preview of the upcoming matches taking place this weekend. This week Joey and Gemma are joined by Coburg coach Jamie Cassidy-McNamara to unpack his decision to recommit to the Burgers in 2025 and dissect the two semi-finals this weekend.
In this BONUS edition of State of Play you'll hear: 
<ul>
<li>The year that was at Coburg</li>
<li>Jamie's decision to re-commit to Coburg in 2025</li>
<li>PREVIEW: Geelong vs. Southport; Saturday at 11:30am on 7Mate &amp; AFL.com.au</li>
<li>PREVIEW: Brisbane vs. Williamstown; Saturday at 12:45pm on AFL.com.au</li>
</ul>
Subscribe to the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ro5G82iaBeZ7hJ1q5m11d">State of Play VFL/W Podcast</a> wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday.

FINALS PREVIEW | A look at the semi-finals this weekend

Joe Pignataro and Gemma Bastiani bring you the State of Play in the Smithy's VFL and Rebel VFLW competitions. 

An incredible first weekend of the VFL finals saw Ryan Gardner become the hero for the Dogs kicking the match winning goal in the dying seconds. Southport's record score holds them in good stead going into the semi-final, Williamstown have advanced to their second straight semi-final as Werribee put Geelong to the sword to book a spot in the Prelim. 

Catch up on:
Wrapping up a Super Saturday
The depth at the Dogs
Have the Cats been found out?
The pressure of the Tigers was on full display led by their small forwards
INTERVIEW: Brayden Crossley; Co-captain of Southport
Which players could earn selection in the AFL finals this weekend?
Looking ahead to the semi-finals

Subscribe to the State of Play VFL/W Podcast wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday. 

<a href="https://twitter.com/JoeyPigz">Joe Pignataro</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/glbastiani">Gemma Bastiani</a> bring you the State of Play in the <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vfl/">Smithy's VFL</a> and <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vflw">Rebel VFLW</a> competitions. 
An incredible first weekend of the VFL finals saw Ryan Gardner become the hero for the Dogs kicking the match winning goal in the dying seconds. Southport's record score holds them in good stead going into the semi-final, Williamstown have advanced to their second straight semi-final as Werribee put Geelong to the sword to book a spot in the Prelim. 
Catch up on:
<ul>
<li>Wrapping up a Super Saturday</li>
<li>The depth at the Dogs</li>
<li>Have the Cats been found out?</li>
<li>The pressure of the Tigers was on full display led by their small forwards</li>
<li>INTERVIEW: Brayden Crossley; Co-captain of Southport</li>
<li>Which players could earn selection in the AFL finals this weekend?</li>
<li>Looking ahead to the semi-finals</li>
</ul>
Subscribe to the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ro5G82iaBeZ7hJ1q5m11d">State of Play VFL/W Podcast</a> wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday.

Scray win a thriller, Shark's ruthless edge, Gulls end Hawks season & Tiges pressure personified

Joe Pignataro and Gemma Bastiani bring you the State of Play in the Smithy's VFL and Rebel VFLW competitions. 

Frankston have caused a boilover ending the run of the reigning premiers, coming from behind after trailing by 29 points early in the final quarter on Saturday.

Williamstown's season is still in motion after accounting for Richmond at DSV Stadium on Sunday. 

Catch up on:
Frankston's incredible final quarter comeback 
The way the Dolphins were able to deconstruct the Suns
Williamstown led by McLaughlin & Toner advance to Week 1 of the finals
INTERVIEW: Matt Johnson; Frankston full forward
The 4 match ups for this weekends finals 

Subscribe to the State of Play VFL/W Podcast wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday. 

<a href="https://twitter.com/JoeyPigz">Joe Pignataro</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/glbastiani">Gemma Bastiani</a> bring you the State of Play in the <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vfl/">Smithy's VFL</a> and <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vflw">Rebel VFLW</a> competitions. 
Frankston have caused a boilover ending the run of the reigning premiers, coming from behind after trailing by 29 points early in the final quarter on Saturday.
Williamstown's season is still in motion after accounting for Richmond at DSV Stadium on Sunday. 
Catch up on:
<ul>
<li>Frankston's incredible final quarter comeback </li>
<li>The way the Dolphins were able to deconstruct the Suns</li>
<li>Williamstown led by McLaughlin &amp; Toner advance to Week 1 of the finals</li>
<li>INTERVIEW: Matt Johnson; Frankston full forward</li>
<li>The 4 match ups for this weekends finals </li>
</ul>
Subscribe to the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ro5G82iaBeZ7hJ1q5m11d">State of Play VFL/W Podcast</a> wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday.

Dolphins flourish in the Sun, Seagulls season still alive

Across the 2024 Smithy's VFL Finals Series hear the full preview of the upcoming matches taking place this weekend. First up, VFL broadcaster with Channel 7 and the Big V Chairman of Selectors, Nigel Carmody joins Joe Pignataro to take a broad brush to the finals contenders plus zero in on the two Wildcard matches. 

In this BONUS edition of State of Play you'll hear: 
Frankston: The feel-good story of 2024
Werribee claim the minor premiership for the first time since 2005
Geelong & Southport will feature this year after missing out in 2023
What do we make of Footscray, Brisbane and Box Hill
PREVIEW: Gold Coast vs. Frankston; Saturday at 1pm
PREVIEW: Williamstown vs. Richmond; Sunday at 12pm

Subscribe to the State of Play VFL/W Podcast wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday. 

Across the 2024 Smithy's VFL Finals Series hear the full preview of the upcoming matches taking place this weekend. First up, VFL broadcaster with Channel 7 and the Big V Chairman of Selectors, Nigel Carmody joins Joe Pignataro to take a broad brush to the finals contenders plus zero in on the two Wildcard matches. 
In this BONUS edition of State of Play you'll hear: 
<ul>
<li>Frankston: The feel-good story of 2024</li>
<li>Werribee claim the minor premiership for the first time since 2005</li>
<li>Geelong &amp; Southport will feature this year after missing out in 2023</li>
<li>What do we make of Footscray, Brisbane and Box Hill</li>
<li>PREVIEW: Gold Coast vs. Frankston; Saturday at 1pm</li>
<li>PREVIEW: Williamstown vs. Richmond; Sunday at 12pm</li>
</ul>
Subscribe to the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ro5G82iaBeZ7hJ1q5m11d">State of Play VFL/W Podcast</a> wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday.

FINALS PREVIEW | On the eve of Wildcard Weekend

Joe Pignataro and Gemma Bastiani bring you the State of Play in the Smithy's VFL and Rebel VFLW competitions. 

10 teams remain in the Smithy's VFL for 2024, a big congratulations to Werribee who've claimed the minor premiership for the first time since 2005, the Gold Coast SUNS will be defending their premiership through the Wildcard Round this weeked

Catch up on:
Werribee take out the minor premiership for 2024
Success for Southport, Geelong and Frankston who have reached this point of the year
Enormous final round score of the Gold Coast SUNS
Billy Gowers wins the Frosty Miller Medal after 7 goals in his 100th game
INTERVIEW: Riley Collier-Dawkins ahead of Williamstown's wildcard round against former side Richmond
Joey's X-Factor players to keep an eye on this weekend

Subscribe to the State of Play VFL/W Podcast wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday. 

<a href="https://twitter.com/JoeyPigz">Joe Pignataro</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/glbastiani">Gemma Bastiani</a> bring you the State of Play in the <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vfl/">Smithy's VFL</a> and <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vflw">Rebel VFLW</a> competitions. 
10 teams remain in the Smithy's VFL for 2024, a big congratulations to Werribee who've claimed the minor premiership for the first time since 2005, the Gold Coast SUNS will be defending their premiership through the Wildcard Round this weeked
Catch up on:
<ul>
<li>Werribee take out the minor premiership for 2024</li>
<li>Success for Southport, Geelong and Frankston who have reached this point of the year</li>
<li>Enormous final round score of the Gold Coast SUNS</li>
<li>Billy Gowers wins the Frosty Miller Medal after 7 goals in his 100th game</li>
<li>INTERVIEW: Riley Collier-Dawkins ahead of Williamstown's wildcard round against former side Richmond</li>
<li>Joey's X-Factor players to keep an eye on this weekend</li>
</ul>
Subscribe to the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ro5G82iaBeZ7hJ1q5m11d">State of Play VFL/W Podcast</a> wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday.

The wildcard players ahead of wildcard weekend, Gowers wins the Frosty, Werribee minor premiers

Joe Pignataro and Gemma Bastiani bring you the State of Play in the Smithy's VFL and Rebel VFLW competitions. 

Only 1 home and away round remains in season 2024 with plenty of intrigue around the jostling for finals positions. 

Catch up on:
A 3-way tie at the top of the Frosty Miller Medal going into the final round
Can Angus Sheldrick break into the Swans AFL line up? 
Coburg own the Battle of Bell St in 2024, this time led by Mitch Podhasjki 
Recapping the U18 Marsh National Championships
Port Melbourne are on the hunt for a new VFLW coach
INTERVIEW: Liam McMahon; Carlton full-forward after his bag of 7 on the weekend
Predicting our final top 10 ahead of the final round
Intriguing match ups in the Smithy's VFL this weekend

Subscribe to the State of Play VFL/W Podcast wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday. 

<a href="https://twitter.com/JoeyPigz">Joe Pignataro</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/glbastiani">Gemma Bastiani</a> bring you the State of Play in the <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vfl/">Smithy's VFL</a> and <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vflw">Rebel VFLW</a> competitions. 
Only 1 home and away round remains in season 2024 with plenty of intrigue around the jostling for finals positions. 
Catch up on:
<ul>
<li>A 3-way tie at the top of the Frosty Miller Medal going into the final round</li>
<li>Can Angus Sheldrick break into the Swans AFL line up? </li>
<li>Coburg own the Battle of Bell St in 2024, this time led by Mitch Podhasjki </li>
<li>Recapping the U18 Marsh National Championships</li>
<li>Port Melbourne are on the hunt for a new VFLW coach</li>
<li>INTERVIEW: Liam McMahon; Carlton full-forward after his bag of 7 on the weekend</li>
<li>Predicting our final top 10 ahead of the final round</li>
<li>Intriguing match ups in the Smithy's VFL this weekend</li>
</ul>
Subscribe to the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ro5G82iaBeZ7hJ1q5m11d">State of Play VFL/W Podcast</a> wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday.

McMahon's day out, Burgers own Bell St ad who will feature in the Finals?

Joe Pignataro and Gemma Bastiani bring you the State of Play in the Smithy's VFL and Rebel VFLW competitions. 

There's only a fortnight remaining in the Smithy's VFL and still there's many different machinations that could make up the look of this years finals series 

Catch up on:
Brayden Crossley and Southport end Werribee's 11-game winning streak
Why Finnbar Maley is a shining light at North Melbourne
The grunt work Henry Hustwaite is doing in the midfield of Box Hill's 
INTERVIEW: Jackson Kornberg; Coach of Frankston
INTERVIEW: Sam Davidson; Richmond VFL gun invited to the AFL Draft Combine
Players to watch at the U18 National Championships on Sunday 
Intriguing match ups in the Smithy's VFL this weekend

Subscribe to the State of Play VFL/W Podcast wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday. 

<a href="https://twitter.com/JoeyPigz">Joe Pignataro</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/glbastiani">Gemma Bastiani</a> bring you the State of Play in the <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vfl/">Smithy's VFL</a> and <a href="https://www.afl.com.au/vflw">Rebel VFLW</a> competitions. 
There's only a fortnight remaining in the Smithy's VFL and still there's many different machinations that could make up the look of this years finals series 
Catch up on:
<ul>
<li>Brayden Crossley and Southport end Werribee's 11-game winning streak</li>
<li>Why Finnbar Maley is a shining light at North Melbourne</li>
<li>The grunt work Henry Hustwaite is doing in the midfield of Box Hill's </li>
<li>INTERVIEW: Jackson Kornberg; Coach of Frankston</li>
<li>INTERVIEW: Sam Davidson; Richmond VFL gun invited to the AFL Draft Combine</li>
<li>Players to watch at the U18 National Championships on Sunday </li>
<li>Intriguing match ups in the Smithy's VFL this weekend</li>
</ul>
Subscribe to the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ro5G82iaBeZ7hJ1q5m11d">State of Play VFL/W Podcast</a> wherever you get your podcast to never miss a moment, a fresh episode is released in-season every Tuesday.

Kornberg is banging the bongos at Frankston & a young Tiger is off to the AFL Draft Combine

The official weekly podcast of the Victorian Football League, talking all things Smithy’s VFL and rebel VFLW.

The official weekly podcast of the Victorian Football League, talking all things Smithy’s VFL and rebel VFLW.

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