Two very intriguing contests to kick off the new Goulburn Valley League season.
Deakin Reserve co-tenants Shepparton United and Shepparton do battle in what will be a huge game for both teams.
The Demons will be eager to make amends for what was a very lean season for the very proud club.
Defeat in the final game of the season meant they finished below their arch rival for the first time in a long time.
This prompt some major changes at Demon-land with the return of two time premiership coach Marc Quarrell to replace champion Tim Looby at the helm.
The Demons have welcome Brodie Filo into the fold and he is expected to be one of the recruits of the season having won two league medals in 12 months - one in Bendigo and the other recently in the Northern Territory.
Joining him is Jordan Starcevich from Redland in Queensland. It is anticipated that all things being equal the son of former Collingwood premiership player Craig could kick upwards of 70 goals.
In addition, the Dees have welcomed two of Congupna's best players and it will be interesting to see how they go adjusting to GVL while Clint Edwards is a big in as well.
They have lost some good players for a variety of reasons, but expect them to be a tough team to play against.
Shepparton will be looking at building on its six wins from last season and coach Brad Campbell says that is the minimum for his troops this year.
The Bears have lost some talented players but have added ex-AFL player David Gallagher to the list while James Wong will be an asset to the forward line that has lost Dan Willis to Echuca.
My tips: United and Tatura.
Last Modified on 30/03/2016 11:48