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Coburg takes down reigning premier Footscray in huge upset in VFL

Story by Chris Cavanagh IT WAS a result that deep down even Coburg coach Peter German did not see coming. In one of the upsets of the season in the VFL, the second-year stand-alone Lions…

Developing experience German’s priority at halfway mark

Coburg coach Peter German recognizes the importance of getting games into Lions’ younger players in order to build for the future but make no mistake - he still wants to win. “We want to build…

Hartley the Burger backman with the lot

MICHAEL Hartley shoulders a heavy defensive load at Coburg. He’s grateful he can, for not long ago shoulder problems threatened the career of the classy key backman. His long absences show up in his Sporting…

In-form Coburg wary

FRANKSTON may be a side many are tipping to finish on the lower rungs of the VFL ladder this season. But Coburg coach Peter German says his side will not be taking the Dolphins lightly…

Box Hill return just another game for Miles

At just 23 years of age, tough midfielder Tom Miles has experienced more VFL success than many. Before moving to Coburg this year, Miles captained the Box Hill development league side for two years, leading…

Young Lions look to roar their way to higher spot

COBURG boss Peter German has declared his Lions have no plans to be one of the competition’s bottom-rung sides. But with a new-look side that has an average age of just 21, German is steering…

A Dream Come True – Saad to Debut

SAADY'S DEBUT MELBOURNE VS GOLD COAST SATURDAY APRIL 4 1:40PM, MELBOURNE CRICKET GROUND COVERAGE: FOX FOOTY Sixteen weeks ago, new Gold Coast Suns recruit Adam Saad said the day he was drafted was surely the best day of…

The Season in Review

The Lions were back! For the first time since 2000, Coburg was a stand-alone club and with that came an enormous task for General Manager Craig Lees and Senior coach Peter German. In summary, 5…

Running The Show

“The most exciting part is having a blank canvas”. Craig Lees prior to commencing at the Coburg Lions as the new General Manager was wary of the tough road ahead, nevertheless, was excited to start…

Shining Bright

Cody Mance is a fine example of hard work paying off, as his career as a footballer is really starting to shine. Cody dedicates his love of football to his older brother who not only…