Victoria have added some South Australian flavour at the top in a bid to snare their first win against arch-rivals SANFL since 2002 at Adelaide Oval on Saturday. 
Former Carlton and Collingwood midfielder Jordan Russell says he is worried by what his parents may say when he represents Victoria against his home stomping ground in South Australia.
From West Adelaide, Russell, 29, has been named skipper of the Vics after a stellar start to the season with Footscray.
He suggested, however, that as he had lived in Victoria for 12 years he's "almost 50-50, so I think I can get away with it this year".
Williamstown coach Andy Collins, who coached SANFL club West Adelaide for six seasons from 2008-13 including a grand final appearance in 2012, will also coach against a team that has so many familiar faces for him.
The former Hawthorn premiership back pocket is a stalwart in the state leagues and a perfect choice to lead the VFL state team given he delivered the Seagulls a VFL flag last season.
"I'm proud of coaching in South Australia," Collins said. "I have tremendous respect of the competition and I am looking forward to getting back there and seeing some old friends ... but at the same time, we've got a job to do."
He identified North Ballarat coach Marc Greig as one whose knowledge will be drawn upon - as he was part of the successful 2002 squad. "We'll be calling on Greigy to give us plenty of stories on how to do it," he said.
Collins said Seagulls recruit and former Saint Arryn Siposs was a late withdrawal from the 25-man squad, but was confident that the team has enough "depth to cover that off".
The state league match will be an attraction for not only spectators, but also AFL recruiters.
Essendon's Daniel Coghlan, Frankston's Ben Cavarra, North Ballarat's Luke Kiel and Nick Rippon, Werribee's Matt Hanson and Jake Wilson and Williamstown's Willie Wheeler and Michael Gibbons are among players that are likely to be watched.
"Our final [team] has plenty of versatility, with the majority of players able to play a number of roles," Collins said.
"There is no question of the talent we have in this team, and we look forward to them all showcasing their ability in the Big V jumper.
"We will now gather this group together, teach them our game style and prepare for a win against the old enemy in SA," he said.
In Saturday's only VFL match, Richmond have included Ivan Maric and Reece Conca in their line-up to take on Essendon at Punt Road Oval.
THIS WEEKEND (Tips in capitals)
Saturday:
RICHMOND v Essendon, Punt Road Oval, 4pm
Sunday:
South Australia v VICTORIA, Adelaide Oval, 1.40pm