After more than 18 months since we last saw local football in Ballarat, all is set for the resumption of play this weekend.

Supporters are pumped, players can't wait to run out and The Courier's footy experts couldn't be more ready.

Matt Currill and Ollie Nash have gone through the teams after they landed late on Thursday night and bring you all the latest news in one big package. (Click here to see the teams in full).

This video is available solely to digital subscribers at thecourier.com.au.

Let's get this season under way!

Watch the video here.