Great Flinders Football League – Round 3, 2025 Preview

The 2025 Great Flinders Football League season is starting to take shape, and Round 3 looms as a crucial one with top-of-the-table battles and a chance for lower-ranked sides to spark their campaigns. All eyes will be on Tumby Bay, where the top two teams go head-to-head, but there’s intrigue in every match.

United Yeelanna (3rd) vs Cummins Ramblers (5th) – Karkoo Oval

United Yeelanna returns to Karkoo Oval in strong early-season form, sitting third on the ladder with one win. They’ll be determined to make a statement on their home deck. The Eagles’ midfield, led by experienced campaigners and bolstered by a few promising younger players, has shown it continues to be one of the league’s best.

Cummins Ramblers, currently fifth, have had a mixed start to the season, but their young list continues to show promise. Their draw in the first round and a narrow loss against Tumby Bay wasn’t the start they were looking for, but they’ll need to lift again for what will be a sterner test. The key will be whether their developing midfield can withstand the relentless pressure and structure of the Eagles. If they can stay in the contest early, the Ramblers have the scoring options to cause an upset.

United Yeelanna

In: Lachlan Hancock

Out: Jaxen Norton

Cummins Ramblers

In: Billy Pilgrim, George Pedler, Ethan Parsons

Out: Kingsley Bilney Jnr, Zac Richardson, Aiden Kakoschke

Tumby Bay (1st) vs Elliston Districts (2nd) – Tumby Bay Oval

The match of the round pits the undefeated Tumby Bay against fellow hopefuls Elliston Districts in a clash that could be an early preview of finals action. Tumby Bay has started the season in ominous form, with a fast, attacking brand of football that has proven difficult to contain. They held off Cummins Ramblers in a nail biter last week and will be looking to further assert their dominance at home.

Elliston Districts, however, are the surprise package of the early season. Their physical brand and improved fitness levels have made them a genuine contender. Their big win over Eyre United last week has them sitting second, and a victory here would mark them as a serious threat for top spot. The midfield duel will be pivotal, as both sides pride themselves on clearance work and contested possession.

Tumby Bay

In: Grant McLeod, Maddox Hunt, Isaac Lebrun

Out: Rylan Jefferson, Mackenzie Best, Brodie Richter

Elliston Districts

In: Jed Kenny, Oska Richards

Out: Boyd McCurry, Fraser Smith

Cummins Kapinnie (6th) vs Eyre United (7th) – Cummins Oval

Both Cummins Kapinnie and Eyre United are still searching for their first win of the season, making this a vital clash for momentum and belief. The Cougars have shown signs of improvement, particularly in patches where their ball movement and pressure have troubled higher-ranked sides. However, their consistency across four quarters remains a concern.

Eyre United, meanwhile, are coming off two heavy losses and will need to lift in several areas, especially around the contest. Their young side has potential, but they’ll need stronger contributions from senior players to stay competitive. A win here could spark a turnaround, but they’ll need to match the Cougars physically at the coalface.

Cummins Kapinnie

In: Bradley Phelps, Josh Horgan

Out: Thomas Phelps, Max Turnbull

Eyre United

In: Unknown

Out: Unknown

Prediction Summary

• United Yeelanna to win a tight contest at home.

• Tumby Bay to edge out Elliston Districts in the top-of-the-table showdown.

• Cummins Kapinnie to notch their first win over Eyre United.