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13 September 2025

The Saints have ended a 27-year wait for a premiership with a gripping three-point victory over the Kelmscott Bulldogs in the PFL C4-Grade Grand Final at Burrendah Reserve. In their first decider since 2021, the Saints secured a 3.10 (28) to 3.7 (25) win.

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Kelmscott struck early with a goal inside the opening minute, before heavy rain turned the contest into a scrappy, physical battle. The Bulldogs’ tough approach proved costly when Saints midfielder Tristan Edmonds was forced from the ground with concussion after a head-high hit midway through the term. Mitch Hunter hit back with a goal for Stirling, but Kelmscott responded late to lead by six points at quarter time.

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The second quarter was dominated by defensive pressure and wet conditions, with neither side able to find a goal. 

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Kelmscott extended their advantage early in the third term before Jake Atkinson gave the Saints hope with a crucial major just before the three quarter time siren, trimming the deficit to six points.
Momentum swung Stirling’s way in the final quarter. The Saints controlled much of the play, and at the 10-minute mark Joel Julian kicked truly to put them ahead for the first time in the game.

 

Kelmscott pressed hard in the closing stages, and in the dying seconds of the game (which appeared to run overtime), Kelmscott were given a free kick deep in their forward pocket.  With a kick after the siren, Kelmscott could only manage a behind, giving the Saints their long-awaited triumph.

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The Saints final score of 3.10 (28) set a new record for their lowest ever winning score.  It was also the second lowest ever Grand Final winning score in any PFL Senior Men's League grade, only one point ahead of Collegians score in their 2002 B-Grade Grand Final win over Scarborough.  

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Saints captain Harrison Tyler was awarded the Best On Ground Medal by the umpires, while Mitch Hunter, Cameron Grover, Sam Handcock and Marcus Lazic were also influential. After the game, coach Jack Babic praised the efforts of the entire playing squad over the year, and the Saints faithful ensured the celebrations carried well beyond the final siren.

6 September 2025

In a gripping Preliminary Final at Mills Park, the Stirling Saints secured a historic victory over the Kenwick Royals, edging home by two points in a contest that swung repeatedly before being decided in the final minutes.

 

Despite Kenwick entering as firm favourites with home ground advantage and Stirling yet to register a win at Mills Park in four previous attempts, the Saints set the tone early. Winning the toss and aided by a strong wind, Mitch Hunter opened proceedings with a long-range goal inside the first minute.  Sam Handcock followed with a goal from the same spot at the eight-minute mark. Kenwick steadied with two goals of their own, leaving the Saints ahead by a solitary point at quarter time, 2.2 (14) to 2.1 (13).

 

Kenwick asserted control in the second term, slotting three goals in quick succession to stretch their lead to a game-high 18 points. Conal Bermingham’s response at the 15-minute mark kept the Saints in touch, though the Royals took a 13-point advantage into the main break.

 

The third quarter saw momentum shift. Goals from Jake Atkinson and Tristan Edmonds gave Stirling a slender lead, only for Kenwick to reply and reclaim a six-point buffer heading into the final change. 

 

Kenwick were kicking to the scoring end in the last quarter, and the Saints knew they would have to be at their best to secure the win. Heavy conditions and persistent rain shaped a tense final quarter where every possession mattered. Stirling’s defence, led by champion backman Matt Carlyon, repelled repeated Kenwick attacks.

 

Willie Roberts-Wiseman’s goal at the 12-minute mark levelled scores before ruckman Kieran Guy’s kicked an important behind straight from a ruck knock to allow the Saints to nudge ahead. Following a spectacular mark, Jayden Cappeau added another crucial behind. With Kenwick pressing hard in the dying minutes, the Saints held firm to record a dramatic 6.10 (46) to 6.8 (44) victory.

 

The result delivers the Saints their first ever win at Mills Park, a place in their first grand final since 2021, and automatic promotion for next season. They will now meet Kelmscott Bulldogs in the C4-Grade Premiership decider.

30 August 2025

The Stirling Saints delivered a commanding performance at Richard Guelfi Reserve, defeating the Noranda Hawks by 70 points in the First Semi Final. After two narrow losses in recent weeks, the Saints were determined to respond — and they did so in emphatic fashion.

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The Saints set the tone early, with Cameron Grover opening the scoring inside the first minute. Jake Atkinson, celebrating his 50th game, followed up quickly, before Jayden Cappeau and Joel Julian extended the margin. Julian added his second goal after a strong intercept from Mitch Hunter, and Ethan Minns soon joined the list of goalkickers. By quarter time, the Saints led 6.2 (38) to 1.1 (7), holding a 31-point advantage.

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The Saints continued to control the contest in the second quarter. Jayden Cappeau struck twice more, showcasing his finishing ability, while Noranda’s only major came after a 50-metre penalty. At half time, the Saints held a commanding 41-point lead.

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The third quarter saw scoring dry up as both defences lifted, but James Spicer eventually broke through before Minns added his second goal just before the siren. The Saints went into the final change 56 points clear.

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The last term belonged to Atkinson, who kicked three goals in a blistering spell to cap his milestone match. Noranda managed a late response, but Chris Warrell’s goal sealed a memorable 14.10 (94) to 3.6 (24) victory for the Saints.

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The result marked the Saints’ highest score and greatest winning margin in a First Semi Final, underlining the team’s growing momentum. The win propels the Saints into the Preliminary Final, where they will face Kenwick Royals, who fell to Kelmscott Bulldogs in the Second Semi Final.