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GREYHOUNDS GLEBE 2021 Yearbook JAFC GLEBE GREYHOUNDS JAFC 2021 Yearbook
YOUR 2021 Glebe Greyhounds JAFC acknowledges the Gadigal of the Eora nation as the original owners
COMMITTEE of the land we play on, and acknowledge their elders past, present and emerging.
We are proud of the Aboriginal heritage of our area and of the contribution Aboriginal people
make to our club and our community.
F
ounded in 1980 the Glebe Greyhounds Junior Football Club gives children aged five
to 17 the chance to play Australian Football.
Our philosophy, every player who wants a game gets a game, means that the club
prides itself on ensuring all players are treated equally and that our main priority is
a fun, safe and family environment.
We value all players and keep a record, published in our yearbook, of every game played and
PRESIDENT
goal scored by every Glebe player ever. Simon Tracy
On field the Greyhounds have a proud history having won 24 Premierships over the last 35 VICE PRESIDENT
years and consistently played in finals in most ages. Mike Schofield
Many of our players have gone on to play at higher levels including the AFL, AFL Reserves, TREASURER
representative football, Sydney Football League, while another went on to become one of the David Sharp
leading punters in American College Football. SECRETARY
The club is one of the largest in Sydney and plays in the famous black and white strip of Belinda Davies
Collingwood. Our home ground, Jubilee Oval on the shores of Blackwattle Bay, is one of the REGISTRAR
most beautiful football grounds in Sydney. Jason Howard
The rules are modified for younger players to emphasise the skills of Australian football – ALLIANCE COORDINATOR
Brad Scutella / Richard Hoenig
this means fun, safe and fair games.
All our coaches are fully trained and accredited with the Australian Football League. AUSKICK COORDINATOR
Meghan Senior / Phil Senior
FOOTBALL MANAGER (Junior) &
ASSISTANT TREASURER
Matt Peart
FOOTBALL MANAGER (Youth)
Brad Scutella
FOOTBALL MANAGER (Girls)
Dan Walsh
SAFETY RISK & COMPLIANCE
Shona Tarrant
CATERING MANAGER
Jacquie Spiceley
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
Bec Barnes and Francesca Christie
PROCUREMENT MANAGER
Penny Cheverall
MERCHANDISE COORDINATOR
Amy Hargreaves
YEARBOOK COMMITTEE
Kirsty Bass / Penny Cheverall /
Belinda Davies / Ash King / Vickie
Knight / Mark Race
YEARBOOK DESIGNER &
PRODUCER
Joe Ferrara
YEARBOOK STATISTICIAN &
PUBLIC OFFICER
Ian Milward
EVENTS COORDINATOR
Ash King
MARKETING & COMMS
Frank Curcio
SPONSORSHIP
Mike Cooney
FOOTY CAMP, RECRUITMENT &
PHILANTHROPY COORDINATOR
Keith Tracey
FIRST AID COORDINATOR
Fiona McGrath / Kellie Pearce
JUMPER COORDINATOR
Jabin and Tara Dermody
CHILD PROTECTION OFFICER
Jen Richardson
FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE
Don Chudleigh
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Good old Greyhounds forever
We know how to play
the game
Side by side we stick together
For the glory of the Greyhounds name
Hear the barrackers shouting
Come on, show them how we fight
All the premierships are easy
For the mighty black and white
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Presidents Forward
W
ell that was
annoying. For the
second year in a
row our season
was disrupted. Only it was worse
this year. 2020 was a delayed start
to the season, but at least we made
it through to the end. This year we
were all systems go, right up until the
point where we weren’t.
Of course, perspective is
important. In a pandemic where
people are risking their health
and livelihoods footy has to take
a backseat, but if we can just be
disappointed about the footy for
a sec, a quick run through the
competition ladders saw a lot of
Glebe and Alliance teams in great
positions to be rewarded for all their
work from pre-season, training
and games with a crack at finals.
But as we well know, it wasn’t to
be. While I think we can all agree
that was rubbish, there was a lot of
really great stuff that happened at
the Greyhounds this year and that is
definitely worth acknowledging.
With the shadow of 2020 hanging
over the season, everyone was keen
to get back into footy early, and so
from February there was pre-season
training happening at ovals scattered
all over the inner west. Jumper
presentation was back this year and
our extended Greyhounds family of
Aunty Bronwyn, in her magnificent who have served, but all around intentions, the 40th anniversary is high time Brad’s Auskick cap was registration and recruitment. On returners, cage cleaners and everyone
possum-skin cloak, and Uncle Max the ground people had stopped, celebrations which became the 41st retired. Thanks to you both. and off the field you are what keeps else who contributes in some way to
were back to formally welcome us spectators and those wandering past will now be the 42nd. It just means A massive thank you to our gold the club moving forward. The game the club, thank you all very much.
all onto Gadigal land of Jubilee Oval alike, with their heads bowed. we’ll have to enjoy it more. club sponsors Macpherson Kelley day roster might not be everyone’s This combined effort helps put 600
for the season with a Welcome to Sir Doug Nicholls round once With a season cut short our Lawyers, Dry Dock Hotel and Belle preference, but your willingness to kids across 46 teams on the park each
Country and smoking ceremony. again gave the Glebe and visiting departing senior players who are Property Glebe, and supporters step up and get stuff done is and every week of the season, and
While we had to wait a few weeks players and families the opportunity finishing their junior careers don’t Young Henrys, Balmain Sports amazing. To our coaches and none of it happens without you all, so
after the juniors started before we to acknowledge the contribution get to experience things like playing Medicine, Harris Farm, Glebe Point managers, thank you all. You are the thank you.
could welcome Auskick back home, Aboriginal people make, not just at Jubilee in Glebe jumpers in round Diner, Zimprints, Cutcher and Neale reason players keep coming back. Big thanks to St John Ambulance
boy, was it worth it. Two hundred to our club and to footy, but to 15 or being presented to the club Financial Services and Snacky Chans. While many of you are cursing 2021 first-aid crew who turned up rain,
kids playing on 12 fields on Jubilee our community. Aunty Bronwyn at presentation day, but deserve Your continued support is invaluable as the one that got away, you will hail or shine to look after our kids.
and a couple on Federal between 8 returned to give us the Welcome to acknowledgment for being an and much appreciated. reload next year and go again. Thank Finally, to all the Greyhounds
and 9am may not on the surface seem Country and we had a special guest, important part of our club for so long To our club captains, Emma Walsh you all. To the army of people who players, Auskick and juniors, girls
like an awesome idea, but thanks to Adam Hill, aka Blak Douglas, to and showing leadership as our most and Sam Scutella, and vice-captains stepped up to do their canteen and and boys who pulled on the Glebe
Meghan Senior and the Auskick team perform the smoking ceremony senior players. Congratulations to Zara Kilborn and James Kenny, BBQ shifts, thank you. Many years black and white or the Alliance red
it all went off beautifully. All the kids and play the didgeridoo. Adam is the you all, it may not have been exactly you didn’t get the opportunity to ago we decided we wouldn’t ask for and grey, each and everyone of you
got a game and the queue for the artist who designed our Indigenous the season you wanted, but you are perform your formal duties as much volunteers, we would just publish the has done your club proud.
canteen stretched around the toilet jumpers which were worn proudly #greyhounds4lyfe. as you would have in previous years roster because we needed to share We didn’t get the season we
block. Wow. by teams playing at home across Congratulations to Brad Scuttella but we appreciate your leadership, the load, and thankfully everyone wanted, and it was probably
This year ANZAC Day saw a the round. and Bev Walsh, who are recipients especially with coaching the younger (pretty much) turns up on time and disappointing for many of you, but
full round of home games, and so Unfortunately, our events took of Glebe Life Membership, the age groups and helping at the club on does their one or two shifts for the your resilience will see you bounce
Greyhounds U12 legend Tim Harris a bit of a hit this year. No Beer and highest honour the club can bestow the coffee machine. season. That small effort goes such back better and stronger next year.
played the Last Post and Reveille Gin Night (again), the boardroom on members. You can read about To the committee, thank you all so a long way to keeping the club The Glebe values of COURAGE,
before each game as the players event hosted by our sponsors their achievements later in the much for your work. All the success ticking over. RESPECT and COMMUNITY ring true
observed a minute’s silence. It was Macpherson Kelley couldn’t happen, yearbook, but both have contributed the club has is thanks to you and The ground managers, goal and for you all. See yerz all in 2022.
incredibly moving to not only see our the volunteers “thank you” party is a mountain of work to the club over a your work, whether governance and boundary umpires, runners, water
players show their respect for those looking shaky and, despite our best significant time. And after 17 years it finance, canteen and procurement, carriers, gas bottle fillers, bread tray Carna Greyhounds.
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AUSKICK
COORDINATOR
Report by Meghan Senior
T
he 2021 Auskick season Easts Bulldogs. This meant seeing out on TNT, helping to set up often simultaneously! We have a group of coaches who made my journey rookie learn the ropes through the
was a rollercoaster, to be a lot of familiar faces during our very tricky field configurations on a coaches and volunteers who clearly significantly easier and more season and to Simon and Kirsty
sure: the highest of highs, season, which I think served only Saturday morning, or manning the love the kids and are invested in enjoyable. for always patiently answering
rushes of adrenaline and a to enhance the sense of community canteen – especially when the lines them having a good time. Thanks I want to especially acknowledge questions that probably had obvious
couple of hairy turns! that we already enjoy so much at the snaked around Jubilee. You all went to the mighty U5 head coach Steve the work of Fintan O’Connor in the answers. Congratulations to Simon
While 2021 held so much promise Greyhounds. above and beyond, including being and manager Gregg, ably assisted Auskick program. In so many ways it on his magnificent stewardship of
after a chaotic 2020, the universe We did manage to squeeze prepared to smell like sausage for by Greg and Danika (whose sideline should be Fintan writing this report, this club. There is nothing quite as
had more in store for us all … a good in a few traditional highlights, the best part of your weekend. athleticism deserves its own award); not least because every second special as a sunny Saturday morning
reminder that global pandemics including jumper presentation and A very special thank you to to the excellent U6 team of head week he would answer my plaintive at Jubilee Oval, filled with kids
never do run smoothly. We were all the smoking ceremony and some all our amazing Auskick coaches coach Phil, manager Liza and fellow phone call asking for help to fit 13 playing footy, smiling, laughing and
very sad to have our season cut short SCG debuts for some of our newer and managers. There’s no doubt coaches Ollie, Karol, Brad, Matt fields on Jubilee. His patience, Tetris the smell of sizzling sausages filling
after just seven rounds. After all, I Auskickers and a return run on the that coaching mini adults can be and Ben; to our super efficient U7 skills and unfailing willingness the air. It has been an absolute joy to
was only just getting the hang of the park for our U7s and U8s. tricky. There are often very firm coaching and management team of to come down early to set up on a look after the program this year.
banner runs! As we are rightly fond of saying, views on technique or sometimes Dave, Fintan, Lachlan, Alex and Saturday and then reset the fields I wish all of our wonderful
This year we again played with this club can’t operate without its competing priorities: turns out Chris; and finally to the impressive was without peer. I couldn’t have Auskickers and their beautiful
our fellow ‘hub’ clubs of the Moore very special community. I want to it is possible to both play football U8, with super head coach Keith, done it without you. Thanks, too, families a magical (full) season in
Park Tigers, Maroubra Saints and thank all of our parents who helped and Transformers/Ballerinas manager Anna and their team of to the committee who helped this 2022. Fingers crossed.
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UNDER 5s HEAD COACH Stephen Johnston
ASSISTANT/TEAM COACHES Greg Lance, Andy Radnedge
Report by Stephen Johnston
MANAGER Gregg Everest
H
ello to the U5 Greyhound Andy Radnedge, hats off to you two KIERAN BARNES (MOST CONSISTENT) style bamboozled the defenders, left, Has a big future in the game. A stellar AVA PEARSE (MOST IMPROVED)
players, parents and gentlemen for putting your hand up Kieran showed a real willingness right and centre. first year. There is a champion in Ava. Once Ava
families. to coach in your first year. Hope to see to learn the game. Enjoyed playing HENRY COBURN (BEST DEFENDER) SASKIA FRIEND (MOST RELIABLE PLAYER) was comfortable in the Greyhound
Thanks to the club for you two champions next year. Thank all over the ground and his kicks Henry was our go-to ruck person. Whether in the mids, backs or environment the performances and
giving me the opportunity to coach you. provided the go forward for the team. Always willing to get possession and forwards, Saskia was everywhere. enjoyment flowed. So good to see. A
the U5 in 2021. It was a real treat to Thank you to both Phil Senior Throw in some of his tackle-busting look for a handpass or one of his Amazing skills for her first big U6 season to come.
hang out with these little legends, and Jason McLennan for helping us runs and Kieran had a great first year legendary kicks in front of the goals. year. Such a bright future at the LINCOLN RADNEDGE (MOST RELIABLE PLAYER)
who brought smiles to all our faces at the start of the year, whether it at the Greyhounds. Had plenty of style and flare all over Greyhounds. Lincoln was a great trainer and
each Thursday and Saturday. was running training in my absence TAEA BATHURST (MOST COURAGEOUS) the park. Terrific first year. GEORGINA HEBBLEWHITE (BEST TEAM PLAYER) always keen to have a go. On
There was enough of the season or teaching us how it works on a Watching Taea’s confidence grow ISABELLA COX (BEST FIRST-YEAR PLAYER) Georgina has more parties than any game day, Linc was happy to play
for the kids to connect to the game, Saturday morning. over the season was one of the If you mixed Nic Naitanui, Polly kid I know. Well, it was a party on anywhere. Strong in defence and
the club and their teammates. That is To the mums and dads, a gigantic highlights. With ball in hand, Farmer and Dean Cox - well that is the field for her, with a mountain would follow the ball everywhere it
what we want, with kids participating shout out for being phenomenal, Taea attacked with speed and left what you get with Isabella. Magic of goals and sheer dominance, went. The fourth quarter was when
and connecting in community sport, down to earth, great community defenders in her wake. Kicked goals first year for the Greyhounds. week in and week out. Plus many he really hit his straps!
building friendships and creating people, sharing the volunteer load, all season and one of our best all year. Dominated the midfield and kicked memorable performances as our ZACHARIAH RADNEDGE (SPIRIT OF THE GREYHOUNDS)
memories. participating at training and helping Great work Taea. goals. club song leader! Zach didn’t mind what colour arm
It was my first time performing this wherever needed. You guys rock. Your ASHTON CAMPBELL (MOST RELIABLE PLAYER) ALFRED DALZELL (BEST TEAM PLAYER) EDDIE JOHNSTON (SPIRIT OF THE GREYHOUNDS) band he wore, as long as he was
role and I was humbled by the amount support and feedback were invaluable The athlete of the team, don’t blink The everywhere man, as he could Eddie loves the black and white. wearing the mighty Greyhound
of time, effort and dedication that and inspirational. This feedback made or you will miss him. Faster than float to the front when a goal was Loves his team mates and loves jersey. Showed plenty of speed and
goes into running this club. We’re all the coaches want to keep putting our most, he would move the ball from needed or drop back to shore- kicking a goal. Great first year. loved the rough stuff in the middle.
fortunate to have such a strong junior best efforts in. the depths of defence to the goal face up defence when required. He JUDE LANCE (GOLDEN BOOT AWARD) Always first at training and on game
footy club with fantastic leadership, Thank you to my wife Danika for before the opposition could take a then worked harder than most in Compulsory viewing when lining up day.
so thank you to Simon and your team helping out each week and managing step. defence to win the ball back for his for the Greyhounds as he was always LILY RYAN (COACHES AWARD)
for providing this amazing platform our two other boys, allowing me to JENSEN CLARKE (MOST CONSISTENT) teammates. The real two-way player. hunting for goals; and just as much What an addition to our team
for our families each week. focus on the U5. Jensen “Ruckman” Clarke used HENRY EAST (SPIRIT OF THE GREYHOUNDS) as kicking them loved to recount to midway through the year. Lily was a
A huge thank you to Meghan Senior Team, I have been lucky enough to his size to his advantage and made When the going gets tough, Henry anyone who would listen during the pleasure to coach. Little legend, we
for co-ordinating Auskick like a boss. be part of several junior and senior opposition talls look like smalls. gets going. He was the strength of game or a week later about his big can’t wait to see your determination
There is no way the U5s would have footy clubs. But I don’t recall a better Always able to get the ball moving the team at the coalface, getting the hauls. and teamwork back in 2022.
run relatively seamlessly without your experience than being at Jubilee from the ruck in the right direction, inside ball and making sure it got out SAMUEL PAINO (MOST COURAGEOUS) LEO STAFFORD (MOST DETERMINED)
guidance and care. Oval on Saturday morning with the which set his team up for success. and going in the right direction. Could not be contained to one The best user of the team; always
Gregg Everest was just that - the sun out, palm trees flowing, Sydney IVOR CLEARY (BEST MIDFIELDER) MAX EVEREST (GOLDEN BOOT AWARD) position; where the ball goes Sammy moves the ball well by hand or foot
king of the mountain. What a guy. Harbour glowing, the BBQ sizzling, Ivor was our connector through the Max was our mini version of Tony goes, or maybe where Sammy goes and helps set up more goals for his
Thank you G for keeping me on my coffee brewing and a bunch of centre. Often picking up the crumbs Lockett. Strong in the marking the ball goes. Either way the enforcer teammates than most. There are
toes, managing the age group and, families contributing to the future of from ball-ups and charging down the contests and with a super long and of the team could always be relied rumours he is looking for a trade to
importantly, ensuring all of us had our kids. It’s a top place. Can’t wait for field towards the goal. Once in front, straight kick. Always had a smile on upon to shut down the dangerous Collingwood in the offseason. I hope
smiles on our faces.To Greg Lance and next year. he took his time, and his kicking his face at training and on game day. opposition players. not.
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UNDER 6s HEAD COACH Philip Senior
Report by Philip Senior
ASSISTANT/TEAM COACHES Brad Smith, Karol Foyle, Ollie White, Rob Spurrs, Matt Tooher, Ben O’Rourke
MANAGER Liza Campbell
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ell, we didn’t get ZOE ALEXANDER (BEST FORWARD)
a full season, but Zoe is a natural footballer with a
what we did get was clean set of hands and a deadly kick.
terrific! She simply wants the footy. Her skills
This was my first season coaching and determination are the perfect
and we were blessed with a huge ingredients for a power forward.
cohort of nearly 40 players, comprised GRAY BARTON (QUIET ACHIEVER AWARD)
of a good mix of returning players Gray’s on-field confidence soared
from the U5 and new Greyhounds in 2021 and so did his footy skills.
getting their first taste of Australian Kicking goals at all grounds, Gray has
Rules Football. It was fabulous to be the ability to seek out goal scoring
able to put out five or six teams every opportunities from all positions.
week, (even if that did cause logistical Gray was also a great team player
challenges at Jubilee on occasion). who was able to help his teammates
And what a great season it was. get into the game.
For a while there it seemed like we JOSHUA BRIGHAM (ROOKIE OF THE YEAR)
were only really going to be playing Josh joined the Greyhounds this year
against Easts, week in, week out, but and settled in nicely over the course big smile on her face and encouraged
ultimately our Greyhound U6 came of the season. His skills developed everyone on the team. She set up
up against lots of different teams and well and his confidence grew. As the plenty of goals and scored many
performed admirably. season went on he won some hard herself.
As a coach it was wonderful balls, made some great runs and TOM COLEMAN (MOST CONSISTENT)
to watch the progression in the kicked some classy goals. Great first Throughout the season Tom always
group in terms of their confidence season. gave 100% and his skills and
to get involved, their kicking and DARCY BROWN (BEST MIDFIELDER) confidence continued to grow as a
handballing skills, their instinct and A member of the celebrated Brown result. Tom was always enthusiastic
desire to gather the loose ball, and brothers combination, Darcy did and a wonderful team player. He used
their energy and effort in defence. his best work in the middle of the his great running and kicking skills
It was obviously a shame that ground. His ability to read the cues to make an impact on the scoreboard
the season was cut so short by the at ball-ups meant he was first to the every week.
challenges of Covid here in NSW. ball and would gain valuable territory THEODORE DALTON (COACHES AWARD)
However, the season we had was with his speed before unleashing Theo had a fantastic year kicking
terrific and let’s all look forward to a pinpoint-accurate handpass to a some great goals and defending well.
next year. forward. He was always attentive, enthusiastic
I want to thank all the coaches for EDAN BROWN (BEST UTILITY PLAYER) and used his great running and
their efforts on Thursdays and on Another member of the Brown kicking skills to make an impact on
match day. Brad, Karol, Ollie, Rob, brothers, Edan let his footy do the the scoreboard every week. One of
Matt and Ben, thanks so much for talking. Playing with the “actions our most valuable teammates.
the time, energy and passion you put speak louder than words” mantra, he HUGO DALZELL (MOST SKILFUL)
into the season. We had a big group excelled whatever he was. Whether With a booming kick, Hugo’s
and it took hard work from everyone it was in defence, moving the ball continued football development was
to make sure all the kids got a great out of the middle, or troubling the on show for all to see in 2021. Hugo is
experience, so your efforts are much scorers when forward, Edan did it all. a natural ball winner who can play in
appreciated. WILLIAM CAMARSH (BEST DEFENDER) any position and make a difference.
Likewise, a huge thank you to our While strong across the entire Hugo was consistently able to get
wonderful Manager Liza Campbell field, William was an especially possession and score, or assist his
for her efforts throughout the season, determined defender who, as the teammates to do the same. FREDERICK FOYLE (MOST DETERMINED) EVELYN HARTE (ROOKIE OF THE YEAR)
as well as Kathy Rowell, who stepped season progressed, was able to start MARLOWE DOANE (MOST DYNAMIC) Freddie found his love for football Evie made her debut with the
into that role several times when using his size to block opposition Always full of energy and excitement, in 2021 and it was evident to see. Greyhounds in the U6 and quickly
needed. forwards. Another player who always Marlowe built on her concentration Happy to play in any position, showed her enthusiasm and a grasp
Finally, a huge thank you to all had a smile on his face. I can’t wait to and focus throughout the year, along Freddie enjoyed kicking goals but of the game. Evie listened well and
the Greyhound U6 themselves see him back in 2022. with her kicking and handballing also showed his determination to trained enthusiastically. Evie had a
and their parents. The energy and ETHAN CAMPBELL (MOST IMPROVED) skills. She had a tonne of fun and go after the ball and share it around great running game and kicked some
enthusiasm that came from the kids Ethan was a great team member made some strong contributions with teammates. Congrats on a great great goals (including one at the
each Thursday evening and Saturday throughout the season. Pleasingly, throughout the year. Great stuff. season, Freddie. SCG!). I hope we see you next year.
morning was so great to see, and his focus on winning the ball, and his LEO FOSTER (MOST IMPROVED PLAYER) EMMETT FREEMAN (MOST COURAGEOUS) FINN HELDON (BEST MIDFIELDER)
coaching was an absolute pleasure. skills both by hand and foot, really This was Leo’s first year with the From Rd1 on, Emmett displayed Finn was really hitting his straps
Parents, thank you for your patience progressed. Given the growth this Greyhounds, but over the course courage and toughness that would just as the season was cancelled.
when logistics were a moving feast, year we are looking forward to a big of the season you could see he was leave the crowds in awe. Every game While doing a great job wherever he
and for your efforts volunteering in 2022 season from Ethan. practising in his own time as his he would put his body on the line played, Finn was particularly strong
various roles throughout the season, CHARLEE CLOUSTON (MOST COURAGEOUS) skills stepped up each week, and for his team. Emmet loved nothing out of the midfield. Finn really
and for your supporting attitude and Charlee showed some great skills also his desire and willingness to more than winning the hard ball developed over the season and I
enthusiasm. throughout the year - building on a get stuck in at the weekends. Great and finishing off his good work with can’t wait to see how good he is in
Bring on the 2022 season! great year in U5. She played with a effort. much-deserved goals. 2022.
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UNDER 6s
Player profiles
agreeing to play for the opposing side stand tall, making it difficult for the
on a few occasions, often being one opposition to score.
of the best players on the other side! RIVER SUNDERLAND (BEST DEFENDER)
ELEANOR RICH (SUPERSTAR OF THE FUTURE) River made his debut this season and
Eleanor has incredible energy, and quickly grasped the defensive duties
when she focussed it on her football required, looking to block opposing
she produced some magic moments runners and defend his own goals.
this season - winning the ball and River also competed well in the ruck
running past larger and stronger and improved his kicking, scoring a
opponents. Her emerging trademark number of goals. We look forward to
jump-step was a treat. Snagged a seeing River next season.
couple of great goals. MATILDA TOOHER (BEST FORWARD)
SAMUEL ROWELL (BEST KICK) As the season developed, Tilly was
Sam was an enthusiastic contributor able to start using her height and
to his team throughout the season, speed to get around defenders and
working hard in both training and really cause some damage. In her
in the games. His trademark was his second season, a lot of key skills
booming kick, which he deployed started to click and I look forward to
effectively whether kicking in from seeing what she can produce in 2022.
defence or using to slot through some FREDERICK WERNER-GIBBINGS (BEST ATTACKING PLAYER)
nice goals up forward. Quietly determined, Frederick
SAMUEL SENIOR (BEST ALL-ROUNDER) created many scoring opportunities
Sam was a great all-rounder, reliable for his teammates as well as kicking
week in and week out, working a few goals himself. He was able to
hard in defence, courageous and play in any position and continued to
industrious in the middle, and a improve as the season progressed. He
threat when upfront. Over the course will thrive in a regular full season.
of the season he became very effective NICHOLAS WHITE (BEST GOALSCORER)
as a goal scorer, hitting the scoreboard Nick was the most enthusiastic
with great regularity. Well done Sam. member of the team, throwing
ESTHER SMITH (MOST DETERMINED) himself into training and games with
Essie brought a lot of concentration gusto. Nick competed well for the
and commitment to training and ball, made himself available to help
game day, and worked hard for her out team members and kicked very
teammates. Worked on her skills strongly. He scored some great goals
ANOUK JAGO (SPIRIT OF THE GREYHOUNDS) or up forward, Ed gave 100 per cent. ALFIE MCCOURT (MOST BALANCED PLAYER) our players, Jack was really starting throughout the season and was able for the team.
Anouk is the ultimate team player. Most pleasing was Ed’s team-oriented Alfie had a fantastic year, doing a to fire. With natural ability to kick, to kick a few goals, and set many Keep up the good work.
She goes about her footy with zero approach - always willing to share the great job wherever he played. In the run and pass, Jack was one of our key more up for her teammates. AUSTIN WILLETTS (MOST IMPROVED)
fuss but is extremely effective. ball. Every coach wants an Ed in their middle or in the ruck, up forward players. He will be a key asset for the INDIE SMITH (BEST BALL WINNER) While a little hesitant at the start of
Whether it be stopping a goal with team. or down back, he brought energy, Greyhounds for years to come. Right from her first game, Indie the year, with each game Austin got
a fingertip, running her heart out to CHET LY (MOST COURAGEOUS) commitment and enthusiasm and STIRLING O’ROURKE (MOST COURAGEOUS) displayed a passion to get involved. more and more involved. With ball in
get into position, everything she does Chet made a solid and welcome used his kicking, handballing and Although probably the smallest This enthusiasm, matched with a hand Austin was extremely hard to
is in the best spirit of the game. return to our team and made an running skills brilliantly. player in the team, Stirling competed natural ability, ensured she won the stop and with this season under his
ELIJAH JEREMY (SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD) immediate impact at training and on ASTON MCMAHON (MOST SKILFUL) fiercely for the ball and developed majority of contests and was rewarded belt I look forward to seeing Austin
Eli was a rock whether up front, in the the field. Looking forward to another Aston has been a great member of a strong kicking game. He was very with many goals and goal assists. ready to fire in season 2022.
mids or down back. He put his hand big year from Chet in 2022! the team this year, continuing to courageous in playing on despite Always a pleasure to coach, we look VIVIENNE WOTTON (BEST RUNNING PLAYER)
up to even the numbers on multiple LUCY MARTIN (BEST OUTSIDE PLAYER) build on his game from the U5. His some wayward kicks. A big thank forward to seeing her back in 2022. Vivienne’s running was a huge
occasions, which was a great show of The heartbeat of the team, Lucy’s kicking is strong and long, with good you to Ben, Stirling’s Dad, for ADAM SPURRS (BEST DEFENDER) plus. Her effort to win the ball and
sportsmanship. He always tried hard, passion and enthusiasm for the and improving accuracy, and he was standing in as coach on a number of As the season progressed, so too rebound from defence, win it in the
showed great teamwork and kicked Greyhounds was second to none. starting to take marks, as well as occasions. did Adam’s ability to capitalise on middle and charge forwards gave the
some fantastic goals. Willing to get stuck in, Lucy competing strongly for ground balls. JOSEPH PATERSON (BEST RUNNING PLAYER) the opposition’s mistakes, as he team great energy. She also made a
EDWARD LEWIS (BEST TEAM PLAYER) continued to show her footy prowess Great effort this year! Joe was a go-to player each week as would eagerly pick up the loose great effort to bring others into the
Edward has rapidly become one of while also using her speed to get the JACK MILLER BROWN (BEST ALL ROUND) a running threat, regularly using his ball and turn defence into attack. game through handpassing after her
the most reliable contributors in his scoreboard ticking over. Well done It was a real shame the season ended speed to break clear and score. He The mainstay of his game was his epic runs.
team. Whether in defence, the middle Lucy on a great season. when it did because, like many of also showed great sportsmanship in brick-wall like defence. He would Great season, Vivienne.
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COACHES David Sawkins, Alex Ververis, Chris Hagen
Report by
Lachlan Radnedge MANAGER Fintan O’Connor
I
t was great to get back down to club and its many volunteers to get us ETHAN BARNES (MOST VALUABLE) the season quietly and there was
Jubilee Oval with the excitement going again safely. Unfortunately, we Ethan started to display his talent continuous improvement. Harry’s
of a new U7 season ahead. didn’t have as many training sessions towards the end of the U6s and attention was much improved and
There were lots of familiar and games as we all had hoped would must have had a massive off season it showed on the field. Harry works
faces in the playing group from be the case in 2021. But all those because he came back this year with hard around the ball and uses it well.
previous years in U5 and U6, which special moments we did have playing his skills even further developed. He Clever footballer.
is always great to see. But there were footy together, belting out the club was a key player in the games, and RYAN JOHN GOMEZ (MOST EVASIVE)
also plenty of new players down here song and having fun with our mates always put in extra work before and RJ has evasive skills beyond his age,
for their first season of Auskick in the are the memories we will reflect back after training. quick feet, tough to catch and even
mighty Greyhound’s U7 team. on with big smiles on our faces. WILLIAM BUSWELL (MOST SKILLFUL) tougher to keep hold of when you
After a couple of training sessions Let’s hope the 2022 season and our Will had another fantastic year, finally catch up with him.
together, the home and away season last year in the Auskick program will leading the forward line with his OLIVER GRAHAM-SMALL (RISING STAR AWARD)
was due to kick off. The improvement be the biggest and best yet. We look impressive boot and goal scoring. In a short season, Oliver’s skills
in the players’ skills and physical forward to seeing you all again down Great reader of the game and developed each week – big
development was impressive to see. at Jubilee. impressive athletic ability, which are improvements in kicking and
Our first home game was Huge thanks as always to all the great assets to any team. marking, so keep up the good work
something everyone was really parents and carers for getting the boys STELLA CAMPBELL (COACH’S AWARD) and practice for next season.
looking forward to. You have the and girls down to training and games. Was great having Stella join the REMY GRIFFIN (BEST MIDFIELDER)
banner run with rock music playing, Special thanks, of course, to the Greyhounds U7 this year. Stella and Remy loved getting his hands on the
BBQ breakfast and the home crowd team manager, Fintan, and coaches her sidekick Frankie were a dynamic ball from any position - somehow
support. Dave, Alex and Chris, and others for duo and always looking to get involved he would come up with possession
After last year’s season getting all your time and efforts again this in the play and hands on the ball. and take a nice long run and kick
cut short by Covid, this was a real year. HARRY FORDE (MOST DETERMINED DEFENDER) downfield to the goal area, showing
highlight and achievement by the Carna Greyhounds. Harry is a quiet achiever. Started off his skills.
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Player profiles
Auskick to go before hitting the big
time. Well done!
CHARLIE RICHARDSON (BEST RUCK)
A highly valued team player who
can be positioned all over the field.
Charlie dominates in the ruck.
With great understanding of how to
distribute the ball, he enabled the
team to open up opposition teams
this season.
FRANKIE ROSS (ROOKIE OF THE YEAR)
Just a pleasure to have Frankie on
the team. Always listening and keen
to get involved in the game. Frankie
played her first season. Going by
her attitude she will be around for
many more! Leads by example,
outstanding focus and attitude to
learning. What a super player.
OSCAR SANCHEZ DELAAT (BEST MIDFIELDER)
Versatile and enthusiastic, Oscar played
comfortably in each position and was
a great team player. Always happy to
share possession with his teammates,
which is always so great to see.
CHARLIE SAWKINS (MOST IMPROVED)
With improved kicking and marking
Charlie was valuable all over the field
this year. Still a strong and tough
defender, but now with the ability
and confidence to add value to the
team as a midfielder and forward.
JACKSON TEOH (MOST SKILLFUL)
Has a great nature and his
willingness to listen and learn that
FELIX HAGEN (BEST KICK) He enjoyed being in the middle tough stuff, combined with the works well across all positions. makes him a pleasure to coach.
Felix uses his long booming kick, and harassed his opponents into understanding and ability on how to Lennard keeps improving and will Jackson has developed over the past
along with his awareness of the coughing up the ball. After some distribute the ball to his teammates be one of the first kids on the team two seasons into a dominant and
field positions, to set up a lot of early nerves, James really warmed to at the right time. sheet because he never stops trying. skillful player on the field and highly
the team’s plays. He is a great team the game and contributed strongly JASPER MCGLASHAN (BEST MIDFIELDER) A coach’s dream. valued among his teammates.
player, sharing the ball and always in the remaining games. Team player Jasper is a great team player, DECLAN PEEL-O’CONNOR (MOST COURAGEOUS) LUKAS VALENTA (MOST VALUABLE)
improving his skills. A centre half – will be a Greyhounds hard nut for unselfish and hardworking on the Declan is one of the most Luky’s diet still only consists of AFL,
forward in the making. Thanks Felix sure. field. He has the skill to gather and enthusiastic U7 Auskickers. He wears which has led to a player with great
for a super season. NOAH LANE (BEST TRAINER) give the ball quickly and efficiently, his heart on his sleeve. In his third speed, marking, and hand
LEX HIGGINS (MOST DETERMINED) Noah goes about the business. No which enabled the team to play season and despite his stature Declan and kicking abilities. He has
Lex is a fast learner. He gets straight complaining, just effort. Liked the a fast-paced game with good ball has continued to thrive as an “in and developed solid game awareness
into the action from the get go … it’s way he continually fought games out, movement. under” ball winner. With gusto and a this year as well as the ability to
all in! Lex has shown incremental never gave up and always improved. OLIVER MELLOWS (MOST COURAGEOUS) fearless mindset, Declan proves size bring his teammates into the
improvement throughout the very Noah is always front of the queue at Oli had a cracking season. He gave doesn’t matter. Well done buddy! game.
short season and should he continue training - what a great attitude and his all in games and training sessions HUGO QUAINTANCE-JAMES (BEST RUCK) JIMMY VERVERIS (GOLDEN BOOT)
that he’ll be a force to be reckoned a great asset to the team. Looking and is good at reading the play to Hugo was a first-year Auskicker Jimmy enjoyed his third season as a
with. Keep up the hard work in 2022. forward to more improvement in know where the ball is, which helped and took to it like a duck to water. Greyhound. Always keen on the glory
BLAKE HOLSMAN (BEST ALL ROUNDER) 2022. the team to improve overall as a Enjoyed the ruck role and always and loves a celebration. Whenever
Blake has natural ability, but more SAM LEAHY (MOST IMPROVED) result. made a nuisance of himself in a teammate kicks a goal you can be
importantly, has a great work ethic What a great asset Sam was to the WILLIAM OLDFIELD (BEST TEAM PLAYER) defence, getting right in his sure to hear Jimmy rubbing it into his
and drive that has enabled him to team this year. Gave his all and we William has established himself as a opponent’s face. Used his height to opponent’s face. Good contributor
develop into a key player. Strong in loved seeing him kicking goals in the key team player and we look forward his advantage and showed he has and keeps improving.
all positions and determined on the forward line. Was courageous and to having him back next year. His ability in spades. Well done mate. JACK WEBB (BEST DEFENDER)
field, he excelled this season and determined to give his all. enthusiasm at training and on game MAXWELL RADNEDGE (BEST ROVER AWARD) Jack sticks like glue on opposition
with the same attitude will continue LENNOX LEITL (TOUGHEST ON GROUND) day was what a coach wants to see. Maxi had a strong season and made a players, not allowing them any
to excel in years to come. Leni has a big strong body and LENNARD PAINO (BEST RUNNING PLAYER) real go of all positions on the field. It time or space. Looking forward to
JAMES KEENAN (MOST DETERMINED DEFENDER) the mindset and skills to match. Lennard has a big engine and loves to was so great to see his development seeing Jack continue to develop
James had a great first season. Huge team player and great at the run. His skills were excellent and he from last year. One more year of next year.
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UNDER 8s HEAD COACH Keith Tracey
TEAM COACHES Richard Hirst, David Penpraze, Matt Tooher, Mick Warren, Alex White
GLEBE PERPETUAL AWARD WRIGHT-CHANTRILL AUSKICK RISING STAR AWARD Tom Hebblewhite and Noah Penpraze
Report by Keith Tracey
MANAGER Anna Kraege
I
t has been a privilege to at Jubilee, Henson and Petersham In a community club, everyone JONAS AVERY (BEST FIRST-YEAR PLAYER) WESLEY CARRICK (JOINT MOST POTENTIAL AWARD) RILEE CLARKE (QUIET ACHIEVER AWARD)
help these U8 champions to Park during lockdown. It bodes well plays a role so thanks to all the Jonas had a great first season in AFL A quiet young man who has a lot of Rilee is a great trainer and has been
graduate from Auskick in 2021. for next year when we join the junior families who have set out fields, In somewhat of a short season we potential to be a great AFL player a quiet achiever this season. When
Many have played since U5, but footy ranks. I know so many of our barbecued, been ground manager, saw enough to know we have in the years to come. He has, as down back, she is physical and
with every new player this year we players are just desperate to tackle ferried kids for one, two or three unearthed a natural. He has shown shown in training, got the skills. contests well. Stood out in a game
have gained enthusiasm, skill and and show off their advanced skills. games, and helped out in any way development throughout the season, The premature end to the season vs Easts when our goals were under
commitment. Several of our players were requested during the season. both at training and on the field. was unfortunate for him as he was siege. We’re looking forward to 2022
It’s so disappointing that we to play for U9s this year and all Most importantly many thanks to HAYDEN BATHURST (JOINT MOST POTENTIAL AWARD) improving week by week. when she’ll get the reward for her
couldn’t get all the way to the gala acquitted themselves well. All were our team manager Anna Kraegen. It’s Hayden did his best work on the field EVELYN CHEONG (BEST PRESSURE PLAYER AWARD) physicality and tackle pressure.
day finale where we really could have commended by the U9 coaches and the critical job for the age group and in the backline. A diligent defender A second pressure player of the EVA CLEARY (MOST DEDICATED AWARD)
shown off what all of the hard work one occasion Strath managed to jag a we appreciate the legendary role that all season, as he grew in confidence year award on the trot for Evie. A coach’s dream, Eva trains with
and dedication has produced this game for the U10s. Very impressive! Anna has played in 2021. Thanks too we began to see his potential around Arguably maintaining the best hair enthusiasm and brings a big smile
season. At times we have witnessed We have been so pleased to see to Wendy McSherrick for supporting the ground. Size, speed and good on ground week in, week out, Evie and willingness to listen, take on
some champagne footy, which was so many committed and talented Anna during the season. hands with the football watch for big made countless undaunted defensive board and then execute what is
simply a joy to watch. We had some girls playing U8 footy this year. Next It may have been a shortened things from Hayden next season. efforts (led the comp in smothers), asked of her on the field. Grew in
tough games but our resilience and season girls can choose to play for season but it has been a great success HUGH BRISTOW (TEAM LEADERSHIP & INSPIRATION and added some handy clearance confidence with each game she
skill carried us through. So many the U10YG team or continue with by any measure - it has been so AWARD) kicks and the odd goal. played and has even more to offer
players were just hitting their straps the U9s (or both!). Whatever choice rewarding for the coaches to see Influential in every game, Hugh’s AMABEL CLARKE (RISING STAR AWARD) next year.
as the season came to an abrupt halt you make, thanks for enhancing the the skill development, growing great run off halfback was a key It’s a shame the season was over so ESTHER DOYLE (FUTURE ALL AUSTRALIAN AWARD)
and I know many were just about to skills and courage of the U8s this confidence and sheer enthusiasm weapon. A booming left foot gets us quickly as Amabel’s confidence grew Esther has gone to a new level this
have that awesome breakthrough year. of the U8s at training, gameday and out of trouble down back and scores week by week. A great trainer and year. She has always had skills - she’s
game. We have a great group of coaches during lockdown. If measured by goals up front. He wills his team match day contributor. She was ever a great kick and her handball is a
The enthusiasm for footy is clear who have worked tirelessly with smiles alone, it’s been a triumph. across the line and leaves everything willing and eager to improve. It was weapon. Hard at the ball and always
in this group as evidenced by the energy, dedication and good humour Enjoy the offseason and see you on the field. An inspiration. First pleasing to see her improve week by outworks her opponent, launching
sheer number of U8s kicking goals - many thanks for all that you put in. in 2022! round draft pick in 2031! week. attacks from defence and midfield.
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Player profiles
this year for good reason. He has deft
skill, energy and alertness. But most
impressive this year was how quickly
he bounced back from some serious
knocks. Not the biggest frame, but
immense heart.
ALANNAH STAFFORD (MOST IMPROVED PLAYER AWARD)
Another first-year player who
showed great potential. A
diminished side it will be if players
like Alannah choose to expand
their skills outside the mixed game
next year. Although without her
partner in crime at training, Amabel,
Alannah turned up each week on
game day with great enthusiasm.
STRATH STEVENSON (MATCH WINNER AWARD)
When he is fully focused on the
game there is no stopping him.
He uses his speed and strength to
great effect. He has all the skills,
a great kick, handball and is a ball
winner. A veteran of the Auskick
scene, we look forward to seeing him
transition to U9.
HUGH THOMPSON (GOLDEN BOOT)
Hugh turns up every week to play
and train at a high level. He leads by
example. He is the focal point of many
of our successful passages of play on
Saturdays. His ability to score goals
from all angles is unmatched. A star
performer for the team this season.
ABIGAIL TOOHER (MOST ENERGETIC AWARD)
An amazing season which started
on the right foot and continued to
develop and grow. Often outsized but
rarely outfought, Abi’s enthusiasm
and overall workrate was an
inspiration to her teammates.
IDE TRACEY ( MOST FEARED OPPONENT AWARD)
A pocket rocket. Hard at the ball and
a handy kick off both feet, Ide loves
kicking goals but her best periods
were between the arcs when hunting
- looking for teammates in better could lead the Greyhounds for years Hamish’s season to an end. More’s contested ball and use it effectively - OSCAR SCOBIE (MOST COURAGEOUS) down the opposition’s best player
positions, creating opportunities for to come. the pity given Hamish brings an all the makings of an elite midfielder. Energetic. Physical. Tough. and disrupting their game with her
others and running back hard to help OLIVER PESCE (MR MERCURIAL AWARD) interest and enthusiasm for the game AUDRE SARLOS (TRUE GRIT AWARD) Committed. Great attributes for a contested ball work - usually winning
out the defence. A step forward for a In 2021 we saw two sides of Oliver. that is close to unrivalled. Did not get Don’t be fooled by Audre’s eloquence footy player. And Oscar has them all. the ball against much bigger kids.
polished performer. Sometimes there was the Oliver who anywhere near as much game time and sweet demeanour. On the He loves contested footy and always SAM WAHL (BEST ALL ROUNDER AWARD)
STELLA PERROTT (JOINT ROOKIE OF THE YEAR) clearly was focusing on what we could this year, but a big 2022 beckons for field it is all clenched mouthguard seems to be around the ball. Oscar Regardless of where he played, Sam
From the get-go, Stella showed a improve tactically in the next quarter, this young player. and charging for the ball. Took loves a good smother and is a good brought the same level of skill and
willingness to pick up the game. and then there was Oliver at his LOUIS RIDGE (BEST MIDFIELDER) several balls to the head this season mark. He showed off his skills when enthusiasm. Although he is showing
She brings natural athleticism to the best - flashy and exciting, linking Louis took things up a gear in 2021, and pushed through with true going forward, slotting fine goals the most potential up front, where
contest. Attentive at training, and with teammates to achieve team goals. building on his running defender Greyhounds ticker. He is from half forward. he has a knack of turning up right
ever-respectful to her teammates, An enigma who will terrorise teams. role. Add to his resume an end- showing some real development JACOB SKOWNO (MOST INFLUENTIAL PLAYER AWARD) where he needs to be, Sam also
Stella has the makings of the HAMISH RICHARD (CLUBMAN OF THE SEASON AWARD) to-end running game, contested in his knowledge of the The heart and soul of the U8s. Jake became more willing to contest the
complete player and someone who A skateboarding accident brought marking and great ability to win the game. was right up there in the player-draft ball and was spirited in defence.
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U9 WHITE HEAD COACH Warwick Hunter ASSISTANT/TEAM COACH Phillip Martin
UNDER 9s MANAGER Matthew Rubie AGE MANAGER Melissa Boronski
U9 BLACK HEAD COACH Tom Gilpin ASSISTANT/TEAM COACH Jabin Dermody MANAGER Katie Mullumby MILESTONES 50 GAMES Oliver Carmody, Ned Dermody, Flynn Hunter, Cameron Webster, Asher Wijetunga
Report by Warwick Hunter
U9 GREY TEAM COACHES Matthew Webster, Adam Carmody MANAGER Jen Lista
U9 HOUNDS HEAD COACH Stephen Johnston ASSISTANT/TEAM COACH Steve Divic MANAGER Steve Divic
razzle dazzle and win games on his
own.
FLOYD JONES
Can run fast, kick long and tackle
players twice his size. Floyd showed
great resilience and determination
this season and has put a down
payment on the ruck rover role.
Floyd has an excellent footy brain
and soon realised that outwitting
opposition players gave our team the
best chance.
LIAM KNIGHT
TEAM WHITES TEAM BLACKS Liam is hungry for the ball and
knows what to do with it. Playing his
best footy in the centre half forward
position, he can turn a game on its
head by making something out of
nothing. As someone who thinks and
kicks quickly, Liam showed he has
what it takes.
OSKAR MARTIN
Like a heat-seeking missile, Oskar
is single-minded when he has the
footy in his hands. He will not give up
until the Sherrin is lodged between
the goal posts. Oskar may at times
doubt his own abilities, but earning
the golden boot award for the White
team is no fluke.
ELIAS RICHARDSON
When a game plan is set Elias can
be relied on to follow orders. The
TEAM GREY TEAM HOUNDS General took control of the backline
W
defence on many occasions and was
U9 WHITE
ith the new season ensure they had enough to finish the able to apply pressure and close out
we farewelled game. TOM BENSCHER games. He leads by example and can
fan favourite The coaching crew included me For many seasons Tom has been equally dominate a ruck or kick a
Jeff Clark and and the ever-reliable Phillip Martin running rings around teams and this goal.
most of the girls to U10 and had to for the Whites team. The Greys year it was much the same, albeit JAMES RUBIE
restructure the coaching crew for retained the dynamic duo of Matt with more speed and accuracy. As James is an inspirational player in
season 2021. After several years as Webster and Adam Carmody. The one of Auskick’s best defenders, the mould of Josh Kennedy of the
a team coach, I stepped up to the Hounds and their heavily dominated he had been waiting patiently for Swans. Leading by example, James
role of head coach and set about the St Brendan’s crew retained the two U9s and the chance to tackle. An is a workhorse, always in the thick
job of making training plans and Steves - Johno and Divic. And the all-rounder and key cog of the engine of it. As a first season player he may
compiling team lists. With a slow Blacks were lucky to have coaching room. not have the refinement of our 50
start to registrations, it was unclear royalty in Tom Gilpin and Jabin JACK BORONSKI gamers, but makes up for it with
at first how big the playing group Dermody. I would like to say a big Constrained by the inability to resembling a bear hug, we soon Jack enjoyed the open space on the courage and heart.
would be, but we managed to rustle thank you to all the coaches for their tackle last year in Auskick, we had learnt that referees were permitting wing this season and as a smart TYCHO SHAVE
together four teams with some late hard work, communication and a few players who were outwardly much more so we had to follow footy player he knows positional When Tycho played well, the team
registrations. unwavering dedication to each of excited at the opportunity of tackling suit and play to the whistle and play better than most. Not one to get played well. An inspirational ruck
With light numbers each week their respective teams. and equally we had a few players improve our tackling. The players sucked into the mess of the game, he rover, he is not afraid of getting dirty.
we were lucky to have varying Thank you to all the managers, Mel who were nervous at what lay ahead. revelled in the opportunity to play ensured the opposition defence was When the ball came out of the ruck it
game times between teams, so it Boronski, Matt Rubie, Jen Lista, Steve With player safety top of mind, the British bulldogs at training and spread thin, enabling the team to get was usually in his hands. When not
was appreciated that some players Divic and Kate Mullumby, for enabling coaches doubled down on technique become more physical as the season some good wins. in his hands, Tycho was regularly
willingly backed up and played two a smooth and successful season. at training and before the season progressed. FLYNN HUNTER found tackling opposition players. He
games throughout the season. As With a shortened 2020 season, the commenced we were comfortable It was unfortunate the season was Strong and daring, Flynn can burst is not afraid of anyone!
a winter sport it still gets hot on a coaches were keen to make up for the that the players could safely retrieve cut short as each team was steadily tackles or have opposition players JACK SHEATHER
Saturday and there were many red skills shortage and commenced the the ball and avoid collisions, and building in confidence and skill hanging onto him as he works the Jack is a focused player who likes
faces as energy reserves were spent pre-season with a big focus on the carry out strong and effective tackles. levels were increasing. Let’s hope we ball upfield. A team player who space and the ability to use his
and a quiet position was at times skills needed for U9, which is a big While the tackling method get a full season next year as there is always looks to bring others into the biggest skills. A sweet kicker of the
needed on the field for a quarter to step up from Auskick. should have been a modified tackle unfinished business. game, but equally can put on the ball and with steady hands, he was
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