The Koroit song has rung true for six consecutive seasons after the Saints withstood a late challenge from North Warrnambool Eagles in a classic grand final on Saturday.

The three-point thriller had those at Reid Oval - die-hard supporters and neutrals alike - holding their breath.

In the end it was the Koroit juggernaut which rolled on.

The Standard captured the emotion on video as coach Chris McLaren and his players celebrated.

It was a memorable weekend for two south-west exports too.

AFL 2020 draft prospect Jamarra Ugle-Hagan played in Oakleigh Chargers' NAB League grand final victory on Saturday.

The South Warrnambool export is a Western Bulldogs' Next Generation Academy prospect and is considered a strong chance to go high in the draft next year.

Another South Warrnambool export, GWS Giants coach Leon Cameron, is preparing for the club's first AFL grand final after he led it to a thrilling preliminary final win against Collingwood.

The south-west is sure to throw its support behind 'Camo' on Saturday.

We hope you've enjoyed The Standard's coverage of local football in 2019.

Justine McCullagh-Beasy

Sports journalist