A goal after the siren rewarded Box Hill Hawks with victory over Brisbane, and put them in the penultimate week of the 2025 VFL season.
A pair of AFL-listed players both put their hands up for a senior recall as they head toward the semi-finals next weekend.
Frankston managed to prevail over the Demons through a forward duo who both kicked four majors.
The Demons and Lions were valiant in defeat, but failed to salute after the match, ultimately putting an end to their seasons.
As for the Hawks, they set up a preliminary final against Footscray, while the Dolphins will take on fellow non-AFL affiliate Southport.
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Box Hill Hawks (115) def. Brisbane (112)
A goal from Bodie Ryan after the siren delivered the Hawks with a famous victory in Saturday's semi-final.
The matchwinner kicked his second for the day at the time his club needed him most, to go with his 20 possessions and seven marks.
Axed forward Mitch Lewis slotted four goals in the three-point victory, gathering 11 touches and five marks.
Henry Hustwaite was influential through the midfield, amassing 37 disposals, 11 clearances and four tackles.
Cam Mackenzie dominated alongside Hustwaite, recording 31 touches and 10 clearances in a bid to put his hand up for senior selection.
As for the Lions, the heartbreaking loss puts an end to their VFL season.
Oscar McInerney will be in the senior selection frame for next week's AFL semi-final against Jarrod Witts and Gold Coast.
McInerney recorded 21 possessions, 25 hit-outs, eight clearances and a goal.
Henry Smith also kicked four goals in the defeat.
Deven Robertson will be around the mark to replace the injured Lachie Neale, who was ruled out with a calf injury against Geelong.
Sam Marshall, who played as the sub, also featured in the reserves, and could look to cement his spot in Chris Fagan's starting 22.
The Hawks set up a preliminary final against the Footscray Bulldogs.
Frankston Dolphins (101) def. Casey Demons (90)
Dolphins duo Trent Mynott and Corey Elison both kicked four goals to lead the club to an 11-point victory over Casey.
Midfield pairing Tom Blamires (33 possessions, eight clearances and six tackles) and Darby Hipwell (32 touches, 11 clearances and six marks) were outstanding for the hosts.
Jackson Voss played a crucial role for Frankston, as did Taine Barlow and Harrison Jones.
Despite the season coming to an end for the Demons, they can hold their heads high after their performance.
Mitch Hardie slotted three goals from 22 possessions and nine tackles.
Veteran ruckman Tom Campbell gave his on-ballers first look with 47 hit-outs, going with 23 disposals and nine clearances.
Jai Culley also kicked three majors to kick the Demons in the contest, while Bailey Laurie and Jack Billings' efforts won't go unnoticed.
The Dolphins set up a preliminary final against the Southport Sharks.
