Yoogali SC and Yoogali FC will face off this weekend to see who will be heading into the first team into the Griffith and District Football Association first grade final.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
$0/
(min cost $0)
or signup to continue reading
While Yoogali SC was able to pick up a 3-0 win over their rivals last weekend, coach Luke Santolin isn't taking too much out of that clash.
"Yoogali FC rested the majority of their side because it was basically a dead rubber," he said.
"This weekend is where the real fun begins."
It has been a long time between premierships for Yoogali FC, and Santolin knows his side will have to be at the top of their game.
"They are looking to get break their premiership drought," he said.
"The question I have for my boys is the desire still burning because no is ever gifted the title."
With the YSC side heading into the clash with no injuries, Santolin knows there is no excuse.
"This will be the first time this season where some of the team hasn't had to play the night before (for Rhinos)," he said.
"We are going to have to stick together, move the ball quickly and make sure we are able to shut down their star players.
"It is time to go out there and perform. There is no excuse for us this weekend."
Meanwhile, in the elimination final, West Griffith will take on Hanwood and will want to recreate last weekend's performance which saw them take out a 5-1 win.
RELATED
***
While you're with us, did you know that The Area News is now offering sports as part of its growing email newsletter service? Our sports email will keep the sports-mad up-to-date with a round-up of all the weekend's sports action - sign up here.