Brodie Lucas plays every game for Portland after senior debut at just 18

Brodie Lucas, 18, has started every match since his senior debut in round four and was among Portland's best in the elimination final with 17 disposals and six marks.

Why it mattersA rare achievement for a teenager in senior football, showing maturity and skill that could shape Portland's finals push.

AustraliaA local sports milestone in rural Victoria, proving young Australian footballers can sustain senior performance from debut onwards.

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Bacchus Marsh stripped of finals spot over coaching accreditation error

Bacchus Marsh's reserves team has been expelled from the finals. Their reserves coach, Marc Dransman, did not have AFL accreditation. The team finished on top of the ladder with 15 wins.

Why it mattersThe club says it gained no advantage from the mistake and the punishment is too harsh. It asked to appeal but AFL Victoria refused.