The first of the region’s leagues has announced its schedule for next season, starting with a bang as a bumper round one has been slated for April 5.
Reigning premier Echuca is set to welcome Shepparton United to begin its defence, while Shepparton faces Tatura, Mooroopna hosts Mansfield, Shepparton Swans meet Benalla, Kyabram plays Euroa and Seymour treks to Rochester.
Rochester matches up with champions and local rivals Echuca only once in 2025, the fixture coming in round 12 on June 28.
The Tigers have an opportunity to avenge their preliminary final defeat against Shepparton Bears on the King’s Birthday weekend, June 7.
A grand final replay on the A-grade netball court commences in round two when the Murray Bombers head to Euroa, looking to avenge the 12-goal loss in September’s decider.
Round three features the first split round for Good Friday followed by another Friday special between the Swans and Tatura on Anzac Day weekend.
The spectacle of interleague returns on May 24 when the GVL seeks to retain its Ash-Wilson Trophy crown against the Ovens and Murray League after the storied 8.15 (63) to 7.6 (48) victory at Deakin Reserve earlier in the year.
Another special weekend is the Say No to Violence (May 10) round, while culture will be front and centre during rounds 13 and 14 for a celebration of Indigenous heritage.
Finals begin on the weekend of August 30-31 with the knockout rounds culminating in the big dance on September 21.
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