After a week off to reset, Werribee will be looking to bounce back this weekend as the GWS Giants make the trip to Melbourne Avalon Airport Oval on Saturday.

With both sides coming off the bye, Saturday’s early first bounce at 12:05 pm shapes as another exciting contest between the two sides, following an eight-point thriller in their last meeting.

The Round 15 clash marks Werribee’s return home for their first game at Melbourne Avalon Airport Oval in three weeks.

Sitting 14th, Werribee will be chasing their first win since Round 10, when Dom Brew’s two final-quarter goals secured a seven-point victory. Since then, the side has suffered three straight defeats, including narrow final-quarter fadeouts against Geelong and Williamstown.

The Giants have shown strong improvement in 2025, currently holding fourth spot with an 8-4 record. In their most recent outing before the bye, they defeated the Suns by 13 points.

The first bounce is at 12:05 pm, with the game also streamed live and free on the AFL app and AFL.com.au. Click here to watch the game live.

Werribee will also host a mid-season merchandise fire sale at Saturday’s game, with 50% off all merchandise at the merch store. The deal is also available online until Sunday. Click here for the online shop.

MATCH DETAILS - ROUND 15
Werribee vs GWS
Saturday, July 5, 12:05 pm
Melbourne Avalon Airport Oval, Werribee

Round 15 Match Centre

Watch live at afl.com.au

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With Werribee enjoying a week off due to the bye, fans had the chance to turn their attention to how our players are performing across nine local leagues.

Read how the performances of the 15 Werribee players in action last weekend stacked up in the 13th edition of the 2025 Weekly Local Player Report.

Ballarat Football Netball League:

Mace Cousins - Darley
Mace Cousins returned after missing a week and was named in the best for Darley, who defeated Melton by three points in one of the finishes of the season. Tasked with a defensive assignment on one of the competition’s most dangerous small forwards, Cousins held his opponent to a single goal while collecting 21 disposals and eight marks of his own in an impressive two-way performance.

Rye Penny - Bacchus Marsh
Rye Penny made a welcome return to the Bacchus Marsh side in their 117-point win over Lake Wendouree. Despite limited minutes, he collected 12 disposals, eight of them contested, and showed off his aerial impact down back with multiple contested marks. His aggression and drive off half-back were a highlight of his day.

Isaac Nixon - Bacchus Marsh
Isaac Nixon continued his outstanding form, with his third consecutive three-goal haul. The youngster is in a great patch of form since moving up forward, having six shots on goal to go with 18 disposals and five tackles, whilst also dominating in the air with nine marks, five of them contested, in his best individual game of the season.

Goulburn Valley Football Netball League:

Dom Gugliotti - Mooroopna
In a tough day for Mooroopna, Dom Gugliotti stood tall despite a 51-point loss to Mansfield. Facing more than 60 inside 50s, he fought hard in defence and led by example with 27 disposals at an effective 85% and eight marks. He was praised for his willingness to take the game on with his kicking.

Northern Football Netball League:

Cam Wild - Hurstbridge
After playing his game of the season last week, Cam Wild carried on that form in Hurstbridge’s 11-point win over Eltham. After building towards some midfield minutes last round, he played predominantly through the midfield on Saturday and was once again a key contributor. He finished with 24 disposals (15 contested), six clearances, and again had an impact on the scoreboard with two goals.

Essendon District Football League:

Reuben Rode - Greenvale
Reuben Rode was named best on ground for Greenvale, helping guide the Jets to a massive upset win over Deer Park. Rotating between forward and midfield, Rode had an impact at both ends, collecting 26 disposals with his contested work a standout, with 13 contested possessions and six clearances, whilst also registering four shots on goal.

Hayden Gill - Deer Park
Hayden Gill was named in the best for Deer Park as they went down to Rode’s Greenvale in a hard-fought 23-point loss. Gill was on fire early, racking up 13 disposals in the first quarter and setting the tone with his effort around the contest. Playing primarily in the ruck, he worked hard all day to finish with 26 disposals, 13 contested possessions and 20 hitouts in a strong first game back since suffering his concussion on VFL debut against North Melbourne.

Bellarine Football Netball League:

Jack Henderson - Barwon Heads
Jack Henderson’s day was cut short by a shoulder injury just minutes into Barwon Heads’ 44-point loss to Geelong Amateur. After getting involved early with two kicks, he briefly returned following treatment, but couldn’t continue.

Luke Preece - Drysdale
Luke Preece was rock solid in Drysdale’s 62-point win over Anglesea. Playing a lockdown role, he finished with 12 effective disposals and four rebound 50s, with his spoiling and intercept marking, finishing with three, both highlights of his performance.

Victorian Amateur Football Association:

Sam Allen - Old Ivanhoe
Sam Allen played his best game of the season up forward in Old Ivanhoe’s 71-point win over Old Carey. He presented well all day and was a constant threat, finishing with 18 disposals, eight marks and seven shots on goal. Allen ended with a season-best haul of four majors, that could have easily been more, before his day ended early with some hamstring tightness at three-quarter time.

Geelong Football Netball League:

Ben Kellett - South Barwon
Ben Kellett made the most of South Barwon’s 195-point thrashing of Lara with another strong outing in the ruck. The big man could do no wrong, finishing with 17 disposals at an incredible 100% efficiency. His work at the coalface was just as impressive, winning 11 contested possessions and six clearances while coming out on top in the hitouts battle.

Liam Kershaw - St. Joseph’s
Liam Kershaw’s St Joseph’s also put together a dominant triple-digit winning performance, with the young wingman showing promising signs in the win over Grovedale after making his VFL debut the previous week. He finished with 13 disposals, six contested possessions and five inside 50s in the win.

Western Football Netball League:

Wil Kliszewski - Yarraville Seddon
Wil Kliszewski made a promising return in his first game back from injury in over a month, contributing to Yarraville Seddon’s 89-point win over Parkside. The young key forward collected 10 disposals, took five marks (three contested), and impressed at times when rotating through the ruck.

Ovens & Murray Football Netball League:

Ray Murphy - Corowa-Rutherglen
Ray Murphy played one of his best games of the season in Corowa-Rutherglen’s 31-point win over Wodonga Raiders. He was clean and composed around the contest, finishing with 15 disposals and four goal involvements. His ball use and decision-making stood out as he continued to build his form.

Jedd Longmire - Corowa-Rutherglen
Jedd Longmire contributed to Corowa-Rutherglen’s strong win with 16 disposals, four tackles, three clearances and four inside 50s. He had some effective moments around stoppage and continues to stand out for his ability to drive through traffic.

It’s never too late.

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With four home games to go, including three at Melbourne Avalon Airport Oval, now’s the perfect time to jump on board and become a three-game member for the amazing price of just $25!

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North Melbourne Werribee has made one change for its Round 10 clash with Williamstown on Saturday morning at DSV Stadium.

Crafty small forward Tahlia Meier returns to the line-up after being involved in the Australian Indigenous Cricket Team's tour to Papua New Guinea.

Making way for Meier is Brooke Slaney.

The Roos are currently on a three-game win streak, while the Seagulls are flying having won each of their past five games.

With Werribee heading into the bye after a Round 13 loss to Williamstown, it’s a good chance for fans to turn their attention to how our boys are tracking at local level.

Read how the Werribee players in action this weekend performed last round in the 12th edition of the 2025 Weekly Local Player Report.

Geelong Football Netball League:

Charlie Byrne - Newtown & Chilwell

Charlie Byrne returned for his first game in a month and was among the best for Newtown & Chilwell in a thrilling 11-point win over Colac. Playing off half-back, he collected an efficient 26 disposals, took nine marks and laid six tackles, defending well throughout and showing no signs of the ankle injury that had sidelined him.

Ben Kellett - South Barwon
Ben Kellett was influential in the ruck during South Barwon’s tight win over St Mary’s. He dominated with 38 hitouts and was strong around the ground, finishing with 11 disposals and seven tackles as he worked well to recapture his best form.

Bellarine Football Netball League:

Jack Henderson - Barwon Heads
Jack Henderson continued his strong goalkicking form of 2025 and started in red-hot fashion against Torquay, booting three of the first four goals of the game. The young key forward’s day ended early with some hamstring tightness in the third term, but he still managed 18 disposals and eight marks in a promising performance despite the heavy loss to Torquay.

Ballarat Football Netball League:

Joel Cadman - Darley

Joel Cadman continued his consistent season for ladder-leading Darley with another composed performance on the wing, earning a spot in the best in their tight eight-point win over Sunbury. He finished with 20 disposals at 80 percent efficiency, along with four marks and three clearances in his tricky role during their tight win.

Isaac Nixon - Bacchus Marsh
Isaac Nixon was dangerous again, carrying on his form in a winning effort over Redan. Nixon finished with 16 disposals and booted three goals for the second consecutive week, whilst also standing out with his aerial impact, ending with seven marks including several contested in the four-goal win.

Northern Football Netball League:

Cam Wild - Hurstbridge
Cam Wild had a breakout game for his 2025 despite Hurstbridge’s 30-point loss to Greensborough. In his second back from injury, Wild was a livewire in attack with 18 disposals, five marks, and three goals to be named in the best. When his team needed it, Wild provided a spark in the third quarter, and also showed promise with increased midfield time as he works towards his best.

Goulburn Valley Football League:

Dom Gugliotti - Mooroopna
Dom Gugliotti played one of his best games of the season in Mooroopna’s big win over Tatura. The defender had a strong offensive impact with 26 effective disposals and 13 marks. He also defended well, with his leadership and decision-making standing out as he helped guide a young backline to a dominant performance.

Victorian Amateur Football Association:

Sam Allen - Old Ivanhoe
Sam Allen continues to build his fitness after a long injury layoff. In just his second game back, he made an impact with his work rate and aerial contests in tricky conditions during Old Ivanhoe’s win over Caulfield Grammarians.

Essendon District Football League:

Reuben Rode - Greenvale
Reuben Rode was a standout despite Greenvale’s heavy loss to Strathmore. Rotating between forward and midfield, Rode finished with 23 disposals, 14 contested possessions, six clearances and five tackles, impressing with his cleanliness and strong decision-making.

Western Region Football League:

Tom Stapleton - Parkside
Tom Stapleton continued his reliable form with 16 disposals at a superb 94% efficiency in Parkside’s narrow win over Newport. The big man continues to put in the work in the backline and his defensive work and intercept marking were crucial in a strong all-round showing.

Ovens & Murray Football League:

Jedd Longmire - Corowa-Rutherglen
Jedd Longmire was a solid contributor despite Corowa-Rutherglen’s tough loss, finishing with 22 disposals at an impressive 82% efficiency. He also added 6 marks, 3 tackles, and 2 clearances, showcasing clean ball use and composure under pressure.

Ray Murphy - Corowa-Rutherglen
Ray Murphy continued to provide value around the contest in Corowa’s loss, gathering 19 disposals, 6 contested possessions, and 3 tackles. He linked up well through the middle and offered a reliable outlet moving forward.

Murray Football League:

Fergus Pinnuck - Cobram
Fergus Pinnuck started hot, and looked to continue his strong recent form, having 13 disposals and four clearances to begin the game, but unfortunately his day was cut short with a hamstring injury in the first quarter of Cobram’s win over Deniliquin.

It’s never too late.

Here’s your chance to become a Werribee FC member for the lowest price of the season!

With four home games to go, including three at Melbourne Avalon Airport Oval, now’s the perfect time to jump on board and become a three-game member for the amazing price of just $25!

Click here to sign up today.