Sport
17 July, 2026
MCDFNL Round 14 Football Preview — Dunolly vs Maldon
Dunolly and Maldon will both be desperate to return to the winners’ list when they meet at Deledio Reserve on Saturday in a clash that could have a significant bearing on the bottom half of the ladder.
Both sides are coming off defeats, but for very different reasons. Dunolly battled hard before going down to the Maryborough Giants by 31 points, while Maldon had no answers for premiership contender Talbot, suffering a 105-point defeat after being overwhelmed from the opening quarter.
The Eagles have shown encouraging signs in recent weeks despite their win-loss record.
Against the Giants they remained within striking distance for much of the first half before being blown away in a decisive third quarter. Jay McDonald again led by example and was well supported by Joel Fisher, Lachlan Watson, Silas Sayson, Bailey Morton and Ryan Burt.
Maldon, meanwhile, will be eager to rediscover the form that produced an impressive victory over Campbells Creek just two weeks ago.
The Bombers simply ran into a polished Talbot outfit last weekend and will view Saturday’s contest as an opportunity to get their season back on track.
Darcy Kelly continues to be one of Maldon’s most consistent performers and will again be well supported through the midfield by Damian Wust and Callum Buchanan.
Up forward, the Bombers will be hoping players such as Coby Bennett, Tadgh Cananzi and Max Johns can provide the finishing touch.