by Andrew Needham | Sep 2, 2023
Unfortunately not much riding on today’s game, but as you would expect at this level, both teams had a point to prove and wanted to finish the season on a high. DeLa U19 Blues trekked across the West gate today to take on Williamstown at their home ground....
by Andrew Needham | Aug 26, 2023
Nothing better than chasing a score for the whole game, then hitting the front just before the final siren. The Blues got to experience a euphoric win today against St Bedes at their home ground. With a 2pm start today, the Blues battled through South East traffic...
by Andrew Needham | Aug 19, 2023
A revitalised squad today, both on and off the field, resulted in a much needed win for U19 Blues. When opportunities are presented, you have to make the most of them. So with the Seniors having a bye this week, the selection process at Thursday’s training was...
by Andrew Needham | Aug 12, 2023
Another strong opponent today, and another reality check. At home today where U19 Blues took on ladder leaders SKOBS in drizzly conditions. The Blues headed into the game with some much needed fire power up forward in Russell and Lyngberg, along with first gamer Zane...
by Andrew Needham | Aug 5, 2023
Out played today by Uni Blues in both body and mind. After what appeared to be high standards displayed by all players at training during the week, the Blues did not replicate this today at Melbourne Uni. The game today was against Uni Blues on their main ground in...
by Andrew Needham | Jul 29, 2023
Credit where credits due – we got blown away today by a stronger team who made the most of their opportunities. With mild conditions and a gusty north wester, DeLa trekked out to Caulfield Grammar (CG). With no changes from last weeks list, our boys went into...
by Andrew Needham | Jul 22, 2023
Tight tussle with both teams giving it their all – the Blues got their noses in front when it mattered the most. With a chance to freshen up from 2 weeks off, the players were keen to get their boots on and take on the visitors from Old Scotch. And why...
by Andrew Needham | Jul 1, 2023
The De La U19s Blues travelled to Brighton Beach oval with a squad of 20 that include the return of Harper and the inclusion of Tyquin. Brighton got off to a quick start kicking the first two goals against the wind. Cross was marking strongly in defence and supported...
by Andrew Needham | Jun 24, 2023
Scrappy and inaccurate, but Blues get the job done. With the wind forecast to intensify today, our Captain selected wisely after winning the toss. First quarter DeLa were kicking against the northerly, so ball control was going to be crucial. Our mid fielders started...
by Andrew Needham | Jun 17, 2023
Reality check today against stronger and more determined opponents. Very windy conditions today greeted our boys at Stradbroke Park. The ground more resembled a cow paddock in some sections with a strong Northerly sweeping across the ground. De La started the game...
by Andrew Needham | Jun 3, 2023
Blues dig in to claim their 3rd win on the trot against top 4 side Caulfield Grammarians. A bit of movement during the week saw Healy and Seb Filipovic elevated to the Seniors, and a couple of outs due to injury and illness, which presented good opportunities for...
by Andrew Needham | May 27, 2023
Nothing better than chasing a score for the whole game, then hitting the front just before the final siren. The Blues got to experience a euphoric win today against St Bedes at their home ground. With a 2pm start today, the Blues battled through South East traffic...
