Out of all the matches the only one which stood out to me was the Western Eagles -v- Preston Lions match up, two teams which used to be powerhouses in Victorian Football facing off at the Polish Sports Centre in Albion.
Now I have never been to the Polish Sports Centre before, but there is a few things which appeal to me when looking for a match to photograph...
Firstly, I prefer the lower league clubs, and when I say lower league, State 2 and below or 'Community Clubs' as the FFV will refer to them as of next season. Why? The Premier League gets plenty of coverage from photographers, State League One gets a bit of press as well, but nothing is hardly seen of the lower league clubs and there is so much good football and intense rivalries at this level. That is not to say that I won't go to a VPL or State 1 match, but it would have to really appeal to me or suit my schedule to get me there.
Secondly, the food, if Western Eagles are anything like their Polish brothers White Star Dandenong then I know there will be plenty of good food and beer (pity I can't get someone to drive me :P) to be had.
Lastly, I like going to a club I have never been to before, I do get time restricted on weekends, so my ability to travel can be hampered which is why I tend to stick close to home around the south eastern suburbs, but after my first trip to the west last week to North Sunshine and Maribyrnong Greens, I was very encouraged to return.
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