Not Dennington.

The Dogs are full of hunger for another premiership - and put the wheels in motion with a thrilling two-goal triumph over Merrivale in Saturday's qualifying final.

Dennington skipper Sarah Jacobs said her teammates had spoken about their determination leading into the clash.

"Our focus this week has been 'what's driving us now?'," Jacobs told The Standard.

"That first premiership was all about wanting to bring that first flag to the club for however many years it had been.

"The second was about trying to get it back-to-back and getting all grades in and the third year was about trying to make history.

"Last year we kind of lost our way a bit and it was about finding what is driving us.

"We've found that motivation and we've found what can make the team drive on to that grand final."

Dogs coach Josie Bolden said the group added an extra training session to its schedule and was reaping the rewards.

"These girls probably decided three weeks ago that they want this (premiership) more than ever," she said.

"That's why we've put in the extra training session and the unity and bonding that we have between these girls - that showed."

Bolden reserved praise for young defender Zoe Fleming, who was named best-on-court for her exploits.

She also praised her experienced players - particularly goaling pair Jess Haberfield and Lana Keane.

"They've got a connection," Bolden said.

"You can't teach anyone that and you can't coach that into anyone."