It was a much better and sustained four quarter endeavour at Kavanagh Reserve on Saturday, an infinite improvement on the inglorious capitulation against the Tunners the previous week. There was even a glimmer of hope at the last change of ends that with a reasonable breeze at our backs and some fortuitous bounces the four goal deficit stood a chance of being overhauled. That was not to be, but a seventeen point loss to a side entrenched in a finals position at least had a touch of respectability.

The Senior and Colts Match reports have now been combined.

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After last week’s abysmal aberration against the bottom side, the lead-up to the game saw some soul-searching, some harsh words and a call to arms. These had the desired effect for, although not obvious on the scoreboard early, this was a much more committed Dingoes outfit. It was not just about beating a team that we had failed to eclipse in three previous meetings, it was also about halting a dangerous slide down the ladder that had us precariously placed just above the relegation zone.

The Senior and Colts Match reports have now been combined.

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Colts report only this round.

The Senior and Colts Match reports have now been combined.

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In the shadows of Luna Park, Dingley started promisingly enough, but halfway through the first they got on the Big Dipper, and it was all downhill from there. The floodgates opened in more ways than one, both from the heavens and on St.Kilda’s scoreboard.

The Senior and Colts Match reports have now been combined.

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In late January this year boys from the Dingley Football club commenced gruelling football training sessions trying out for the Moorabbin Saints Junior Football League squads.

The Dingley Footy Club congratulates the following players who have been selected to represent the MSJFL at Interleague level in season 2010

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An inauspicious start against a big and well drilled outfit saw the Dingoes five goals down before they had even troubled the scorers, and a drubbing of brobdingnagian proportions was on the cards. To their credit, our boys lifted their work rate, and by game’s end a ten goal loss to the current ladder leaders was at least palatable.

The Senior and Colts Match reports have now been combined.

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Our first meeting with East Brighton this year was also seen as our last realistic chance to notch up another victory in the first round, with games against the two ladder leaders scheduled to close out the first half of the season.

The Senior and Colts Match reports have now been combined.

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The Senior and Colts Match reports have now been combined.

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This clash between Canis Lupus Familiaris and Canis Lupus Dingo might have more appropriately been staged at the nearby Duncan MacKinnon Reserve, for which the Melways Map 68 reference is K9. But it was to the Doggies’ kennel we ventured, perhaps slightly buoyed by the fact that St Pauls had showed us scant respect at the selection table, resting up to six first‐choice players.

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Gone with the wind. That was the sorry tale of Dingley’s season as early as quarter time in Round 4 when the scoreboard read Mordialloc 6.0.36 to our 0.0.0. And frankly my dears, I Do give a damn because the Dingoes are now consigned to a battle of avoiding the relegation zone rather than pursuing the lofty dream of contesting finals. Sure, we marginally outscored the Bloods for the remaining three stanzas, but, just like in the novel, there was no fairytale ending.

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Anzac Day weekend saw Dingley travel to Dunlop Reserve with high expectations but ending up losing a battle that can most appropriately be tagged “Best We Forget”. Knowing they were already two‐up on us the opposition stole a march early and went out to a seven goal to one lead, a position from which we were never going to recover.

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A massive verbal tirade of the magnitude delivered by the coach behind closed doors at the conclusion of the match would normally be indicative of an embarrassing loss. Such was not the case on Saturday, as Dingley actually managed to scrape home by 3 points in the second local derby in as many weeks. But the manner in which this hollow victory was achieved left the coach understandably angry, and players and supporters alike shaking their heads in frustrated disbelief.

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Much to the chagrin of the Coach and a profound lack of enthusiasm about the time and venue from the majority of the players, the season-opening "blockbuster" went ahead on Friday night at Newcomen Rd. Quinny was further discombobulated when the scheduled start time was put back 15 minutes, throwing his preparations into disarray.

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The Dingley Football Club is now on Twitter.

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The Dingley Football Club Juniors have pleasure in announcing the coaches for the U17s, U16s, U15's, U14s and U13s for Season 2010.

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The Senior Coaching Selection panel has been through a process of evaluating prospective senior coaches for the 2010 Season and is proud to announce the reappointment of Adam Quinn as the Dingley FC Senior Coach for a record fourth year. 

We would like to congratulate Adam on his reappointment and on the way he presented himself throughout the interview process.

We now look forward to working with Adam in planning the 2010 season.

BAGGY GREEN ONE RUN-UP CLOSER FOR JON?...04/06/2009

The certainty that our No.1 ticket holder was destined for higher honours came to fruition last week when Jon Holland was selected in the "Australia A" squad...

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MENZ 2 BOYZ? - Our very own band...26/05/2009

In our short history in the SFL, Dingley have brought to this league hitherto unwitnessed crowd numbers, and, if nothing else-innovation! Jumping castles, heavily promoted local derby blockbusters, a fold-down cage, skydiving, a deranged correspondent, a travelling Hill Club, Margaret Patterson's lukewarm sausage rolls and last but not least, the coup de grace-The Band!

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Reunion Day No 1 Photo Gallery...21/05/2009

To all who made it,

Thanks for a great day of catching up. We hope you enjoyed yourself as much as we did.

The photo board now has an A3 size collage of pictures from the day, so don't be afraid to drop in and check it out.

If you see a picture you want, let me know and I can email you a copy.

Re-union Day #2 ( for those who want more or just couldn't make it ) is V's Springvale Districts. on Sat. 1st August 2009.

We're still working on the 50th year Birthday Party, and will let you know the date as early as possible.

Please click here to register for the 50th Year Celebrations so that we can keep you informed.

Cheers, Paddy.

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Email from Ken Sims - First Game player 1959...21/05/2009

Hi there Paddy,

I would like to place on record my sincere thanks to you personally and the 50^th year committee for the warmth shown to me upon my return to the club for last Saturdays reunion.

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Milestone - Brett Gneil 300 Seniors Games...18/04/2009

The quirk of fate that had the first-round unfurling of the flag coincide with the 300th senior appearance of Brett Gneil was a glorious circumstance. When our must decorated Dingo ran through the banner proclaiming his 300^th game, the Dingley faithful applauded loudly.

He is the only dual premiership player at the club, although that is an accolade he fervently hopes will be shared and even surpassed in the not too distant future.

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NO CAPP ON DINGOES' WORLDWIDE APPEAL....01/05/2009

You can imagine the delighted reaction of the Football Club when Russell Capp, a Life Member with a long and valued involvement, approached them to purchase memberships for his daughter and son-in-law.

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Unfurling the 2008 S.F.L. Division 2 Senior Premiership Flag...18/04/2009

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Dingley Football Club's New Electronic Scoreboard...18/04/2009

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Grand Final Match Report....04/10/2008

Apologies for the lateness of this report, which I would have considered as superfluous had it not been for the supernumerary amount of emails and verbal requests I’ve had for one last serve ( for this season) of my prolix ramblings.

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Note: A number of photo galleries of the Grand Final will posted soon on this Website as they become available.

Dingley Seniors win 2008 S.F.L. Div 2 Grand Final...20/09/2008

The Dingley Seniors completed a successful season by defeating Heatherton in the S.F.L. Division 2 Grand Final last Saturday.

FINAL SCORE: Dingley 13.17-95 v Heatherton 11.9-75

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Milestone - Justin Caine 250 Seniors Games...23/08/2008

A lot of wonderful achievements at this club would be lost on us were it not for the diligence of Trevor Patterson in scrutineering records for upcoming milestones.

One that passed with little or no fanfaronade a few weeks ago was Justin Caine’s 250^th appearance for the senior club.

While only a few dozen of those have been at the top level he nevertheless deserves huge accolades for his persistence and loyalty in a career at Dingley that started with the U13s in 1986.

A lot of water has passed under the bridge and, more importantly, a lot of beer has been drunk since then.

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Reserves Season comes to an End...13/09/2008

The Dingley Reserves season has come to an end after being defeated by Murrumbeena at Springvale Reserve last Saturday.

FINAL SCORE: Murrumbeena 8.4-52 v Dingley 7.5-47

This Saturday (20/09/2008) the Dingley Seniors will be playing Heatherton in the Grand Final for 2008.

We would value the support of the local community with the Grand final being played at Springvale Reserve, Newcomen Rd, Springvale. (Melway Ref 79 J7).

The Seniors will be kicking off at 2:15 PM. Come along and support your local footy club. Go the Dingoes.

Milestone - Tony Lavars 100 Seniors Games...27/07/2008

As part of our ongoing aim to build more content on this website, especially with regard to club history and the personalities that make it, this is the first in a series of articles featuring players who have reached milestones during the season.

This is a somewhat belated recognition of Tony Lavars’ achievement in attaining 100 senior appearances against Moorabbin Kangaroos in Round 14.  Add this to well in excess of a hundred junior games and it becomes plain why this home-grown hero is so universally admired.

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Dingley supporters complete the famous Kokoda Track in New Guinea....June 2008

In early June, some of our own Dingley supporters completed the famous Kokoda Track in New Guinea.

The idea originated with Dave Meeve late last year, [over a few cool drinks] and before long he had recruited nine others from the Football Club to pull on the walking boots and hit the hills in preparation.

The group consisted of Dave Meeve, John Wilson, Brendan O’Rourke, Pat Bowen, Adrian Hollis, John Allen, Brian Lovelock, Paul Bevan and Brian Edwards. If you know the group, you will appreciate that there are not many youngsters amongst them, but each, to a man, found it a fantastic, though difficult experience and made us all appreciate the brave young men who gave their lives so that we could enjoy what we have today.

Some of Dave’s photos are included here for your amusement.

In a few days, Peter Robinson and his dad are also making the trek.

All at the Dingley footy club wish you a safe trip.

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