The Bendigo City's four junior teams will play in division three of their respective age groups after the NPL qualification period concluded at the weekend.
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The under-16s needed to win their final game of the qualification series against Moreland City to earn a berth in division two.
However, Moreland City proved too strong, 8-1, leaving Bendigo to play in under-16 division three where they will be a strong chance to finish inside the top four.
Ethan Pope scored Bendigo's goal against a well-drilled Moreland City.
The under-18 clash was the match of the day at Epsom-Huntly Recreation Reserve.
Moreland City edged out Bendigo City 3-2 in one of Bendigo's best performances this year.
Brent White and Finn Girbon scored for Bendigo City in an encouraging effort ahead of the regular season.
The under-15 clash was lopsided, with Moreland City cruising to an 11-1 victory.
There was little between the two teams in the under-14 encounter.
One second-half goal was enough for sixth-placed Moreland City to get the three points against a gallant 11th-placed Bendigo.
Bendigo City's junior teams have two weeks off before the championships season kicks-off on May 5.