SAINTS remain the team to beat in the under 16 competition after fighting off an early challenge from Tigers before winning the bout by 59 points on Sunday.

SWANPOOL coach Darby Morrison believes the Ovens and King Football League needs to adopt a two-tiered competition in order for struggling clubs like his own to survive.

WANGARATTA Rovers coach Mick Caruso admitted the skill level in Sunday's win over North Albury will have to be significantly improved if the Hawks want to match it with Yarrawonga this Saturday.

EMERGING Wangaratta trainer Craig Dickson secured a major breakthrough last Friday at Albury, training his first double with Bangatang and Dash About both saluting.