The Victorian State League Division 1 is the second tier association football (soccer) competition (behind the Victorian Premier League) in Victoria, Australia, and the third nationally, including the A-League. It is conducted by the Football Federation Victoria, the states football governing body.
In the 2012 season, Pascoe Vale and Port Melbourne Sharks were promoted to the Victorian Premier League, while Whittlesea Ranges, Dandenong City and Springvale White Eagles were relegated.
Read more about Victorian State League Division 1: Format, Clubs, 2011 League Table, 2012 Playoffs
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