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TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
From the CEO.........................................................................................2
From the Coach....................................................................................3
From the Captain..................................................................................5
2015 Club Champion............................................................................6
Farewell Jed Adcock.......................................................................14
2015 Life Members............................................................................18
Academy on the Rise........................................................................22
List Changes........................................................................................27
Farewell to Three Lions...................................................................29
Game Changers..................................................................................35
Statistic Leaders...............................................................................42
Debuts and Milestones................................................................... 44
Welcome to the Club........................................................................48
2015 Corporate Family......................................................................52
Our Valued Partners.........................................................................53
Members Experience in Victoria.................................................55
Victoria 2015 Snapshot....................................................................56
40 Years of Red, Blue, and Gold.....................................................58
Fitzroy Spirit Alive.............................................................................59
Preserving Our History....................................................................60
Hearts Beat Strong...........................................................................63
Part of the Family...............................................................................65
Members List......................................................................................68
Member’s Month...............................................................................72
Victorian Members...........................................................................73
Brisbane Lions Award History......................................................75
Complete List of Life Members.....................................................78
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FROM
THE
CEO
FROM
THE
COACH
TWO-THIRDS OF OUR PLAYING LIST ARE AGED 22 OR UNDER, AND NEXT
YEAR WE’LL PROBABLY GET YOUNGER AGAIN – WE SEE THIS AS A POSITIVE.
THIS SEASON HAS BEEN A YEAR OF
HIGHS AND LOWS AND PLENTY OF LEARNING.
Despite the challenges and obvious disappointments
faced this season, 2015 was an exciting year to be
a Lion. This is clear to me, as I hope it is to you, as
I follow the development of our junior players, and,
internally, as we make important strategic coaching
and administrative appointments.
It was also, however, a trying year due in large part
to the extent of injuries suffered by the playing
group; the AFL average is 90 injuries across a
season, and this year we had 281. These injuries
meant that we were never able to get our best team
on the park and that we struggled with consistency
as a result. The silver lining is that it provided the
opportunity for our younger, inexperienced players
to get valuable AFL game experience, and I am
pleased about that.
Through theHyundai Help For Kids Lions Academy,
we have had the debut this season of Harris
Andrews and Liam Dawson, and late in the season,
the return of Jonathan Freeman to the forward line.
We are proud that Harris becomes the first from the
Academy to be nominated for the NAB Rising Star
Award, which he received for his efforts against the
Cats in Round 18. I am optimistic about the depth of
talent coming through the Academy, and know that
it will stand us in good stead in the years to come.
I am also pleased with the results of the Club’s
recruiting in 2014, with Dayne Beams, Mitch
Robinson and Allen Christensen having made strong
impressions on the coaching staff and Lions faithful
alike. Their recent reward for effort at the Club’s
Awards Night (Beams and Robinson forming part
of a historic four-way-tie with Stefan Martin and
Dayne Zorko, Christensen finishing second in the
Merrett-Murray Medal count) is testament to this.
Two-thirds of our playing list are aged 22 or under,
and next year we’ll probably get younger again
– we see this as a positive. We were able to get
more than 200 games of experience into our first to
fourth year players in 2015, and this is critical to the
development of the Club and its future success.
I referred last year to the need to grow our
membership and crowd attendance, and I am
pleased to report that the Club has made positive
steps on both fronts; recording an overall
membership tally for 2015 in excess of 25 400 (one
thousand more members than last year and the
highest figure in five years) and playing in front of the
Club’s biggest home crowd in five years when 31,240
people descended on the GABBA in Round One to
watch the team lose narrowly to Collingwood.
These positive results are due to the success of the
‘Get to the GABBA’ campaign, and have encouraged
a number of new initiatives at the Club, including
the ‘Women of the Pride’ group, which counts more
than 552 inaugural members.
We thank you for your support in 2015 and look
forward to a brighter, more successful year in 2016.
While much of the year was disappointing, there
were also moments of brightness that give me
confidence for the year ahead.
We unearthed some young talent in Harris
Andrews, Jaden McGrath, Billy Evans, Liam
Dawson and Hugh Beasley – all of whom represent
the future of this Club. Due to an unfortunately high
number of injuries, each of these guys was exposed
to senior footy, where many of them flourished.
New recruits (Dayne Beams, Allen Christensen and
Mitch Robinson) have combined with our existing
senior squad to play an important leadership role at
the Club. Through their hard work and commitment
they lead by example.
While we are focused on making on-field
improvements, we have also made a number of
changes behind the scenes in an effort to bolster
the strength of supports offered to our players. I
am pleased to welcome back my former teammate
Craig Lambert who arrives at the Club with his
wife Melissa, who will take up a role in the Welfare
Department. I also welcome Damien Austin who
replaces Brett Burton - I look forward to seeing
what Damien can bring to the playing group.
Our end of season review was a very frank and
honest process in which all aspects of our on-field
and off-field development and strategy came under
review. I understand that this is a frustrating time
for supporters, but I urge you to keep the faith as we
move forward.
We have a really young group with a good long-term
future – it is important that we can get our fittest
group out on the park and playing their best football.
Justin Leppitsch
Coach - Brisbane Lions Football Club
Greg Swann
CEO - Brisbane Lions Football Club
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FROM
THE
CAPTAIN
THERE IS NO DOUBT THAT
THIS WAS A TOUGH YEAR
FOR THE CLUB – ITS PLAYERS,
COACHES AND SUPPORTERS.
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For me, in my first year as Captain, I have learned
a lot about myself and what it takes to be a great
leader. I see positive signs at all levels of the playing
group for the future of this Club. Obviously our
development is a work in progress, but we know
where we are at, how we can play, and what our
group is capable of.
After a short break I’m excited to get back to the
Hyundai Centre for pre-season and to kick-start our
2016 campaign. I’m also looking forward to seeing
new faces around the Club as Schwabby and the
recruiting team work hard over Spring to draw new
talent (through the trade and draft) to the list.
I am hopeful that in the next twelve months we can
turn the Club’s fortunes around.
Tom Rockliff
Captain - Brisbane Lions
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2015 CLUB
OUT OF A CHALLENGING SEASON, A RECORD FOUR LIONS HAVE
EMERGED AS RECIPIENTS OF THE MERRETT-MURRAY MEDAL.
DAYNE BEAMS, STEFAN MARTIN, MITCH ROBINSON AND
DAYNE ZORKO WERE AWARDED JOINT MEDALLISTS AT THE
ANNUAL CLUB CHAMPION AWARDS DINNER IN SEPTEMBER.
From left to right: Kevin Murray, Dayne Beams, Stefan Martin, Mitch Robinson, Dayne Zorko and Roger Merrett
A FOUR-WAY TIE, FOUR VERY
DESERVING FOOTBALLERS
Never before in Brisbane Lions, Bears, or
Fitzroy history has there been a four-way tie.
Just four times in Fitzroy records (1883-1996)
have two players shared the honour, while the
Bears’ David Bain and Martin Leslie drew for a
two-way tie back in 1990. Justin Leppitsch and
Jason Akermanis claimed the award in 1999
as Lions and more recently Simon Black and
Michael Voss were joint winners in 2001.
Dayne Beams, recruited from Collingwood at
the end of 2014, played just 16 matches and
re-writes Club history as the first player to
claim the award having played less than 18
games. He is no stranger to receiving a best
and fairest award, having won the Pies’ 2012
Copeland Trophy.
The 25-year old averaged 28 disposals (13
contested) and 6.5 clearances a match despite
playing in a midfield often missing some of its
best players through injury, before requiring
season-ending shoulder surgery.
Dayne Zorko is the only player of the quartet
to have played every game this season. Martin
(20) was suspended for two matches and
Robinson (21) missed one match through injury.
Zorko finished runner-up last season and
claims his first Merrett-Murray Medal. A
Queenslander, he has averaged a career-best
22.95 disposals per game, including a season
high 38 disposals against Adelaide in Round 21.
Mitch Robinson was delisted by the Blues in
2014 and has proved to be a reliable
pick-up for the Lions. The 26-year-old has
led the way with his fearless attack; for his
21 games this season he has averaged 20.8
disposals and 6.76 tackles. Robinson also took
out the Players’ Player Award and the Shaun
Hart Most Competitive Player Award in a
breakout season at the Club.
Stefan Martin had an excellent second
season at the Lions, earning praise as one of
the competition’s best big men over the past
12 months, averaging 32.5 hit outs and 21
disposals from 20 matches in 2015. Martin
was also acknowledged as the Members’
Player of the Year.
Each of the four polled 130 votes, just two
votes clear of Allen Christensen (128) in his first
season at the Lions. Defender Marco Paparone
finished third with 120 votes. Lewis Taylor (117),
Harris Andrews (111), Jed Adcock (103) and
Justin Clarke (102) rounded out the top 10.
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INDIVIDUAL AWARDS:
THE RISE OF
HARRIS ANDREWS
WAS THE FEEL-GOOD STORY FOR
LIONS’ SUPPORTERS IN 2015
MARCUS ASHCROFT
MOST
PROFESSIONAL
PLAYER
HARRIS, KING OF THE KIDS
The rise of Harris Andrews was the feelgood
story for Lions’ supporters in 2015.
Eighteen months ago, the tall teenager
was barely on the national radar; but now,
with 19 games under his belt, the 18-yearold
defender looks set to develop into
one of the games’ best young defenders.
Andrews’ excellent first year form was
recognised when he was presented with
the Rookie of the Year Award at the Club
Champion Awards in September.
ROOKIE
OF THE
YEAR
After receiving a Rising Star nomination
in Round 18 for his defensive work against
the more mature Geelong side and signing
a contract extension until the end of 2018,
from almost nowhere, the Brisbane-raised
product has given the club a key position
player for the next decade.
LESTER TAKES HOME AWARD
Ryan Lester’s recognition as Most Professional
Player at the Club Champion Awards was
reward for effort after a difficult year.
In his fifth AFL season, Lester has proven he
has the necessary drive and determination to
succeed at the elite level, despite suffering an
injury setback in Round 15 against the Swans in
the Reserves, sidelining him for the remainder
of the season.
Lester used the opportunity to thank those
departing the Lions, who had helped him along
the journey:
“Thanks to the people departing the Club at the
end of this year, both players and staff. Your
contributions have been enormous to this football
club and you’ll be sorely missed,” he said.
“To the members and the fans, thank you for
your support. It’s been a tough year, but good
times are around the corner. We appreciate
your support.”
IT’S BEEN A TOUGH YEAR, BUT GOOD
“TIMES ARE AROUND THE CORNER.
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SHAUN HART
MOST
COMPETITIVE
PLAYER
ROBBO REWARDED
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He was described by Leigh Matthews as the
most selfless player in the AFL, and anyone
privileged to have known him will agree: Shaun
Hart epitomises all that is good about football.
The ultimate team player and professional, he
played 273 games, had seven top 10 finishes
in the Club Championship award and received
Life Membership. He is one of the all-time
greats of the Brisbane Lions and will forever be
remembered as the winner of the Norm Smith
Medal in the Club’s first premiership in 2001 and
a triple premiership icon.
Hart encountered a number of hurdles along the
road to success, however, and his AFL career
was nearly over before it began after, having
played just 17 games for the Brisbane Bears,
he was nearly overlooked by coach Robert
Walls for team selection in 1991. That Walls
stuck with Hart proved a master-stroke, and
the pocket-sized left-footer with the trademark
helmet repaid the faith every day thereafter.
The Lions’ Most Competitive Player Award is
now named in his honour, and this year it was
awarded to Mitch Robinson in recognition of
his professionalism and commitment to the
Brisbane Lions.
Robinson came to the Lions’ as a delisted free
agent from Carlton and has made the most
of the Lions’ lifeline. Speaking on the night,
Robinson said “I’m not blessed with a lot of
talent, I just like having a crack. My old man
taught me how to do it when I was a bit younger
playing for Lauderdale in the seniors.”
“I used to get bashed up a fair bit down there so
I just learnt to put my head over the ball and get
a free kick,” he quipped.
“I’m very happy for the award, but hopefully it
(success) is just around the corner.
“Stick with us, we’re not far off.”
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RESERVES
BEST
AND
FAIREST
O’BRIEN CLAIMS RESERVES’
BEST AND FAIREST
Zac O’Brien completed a second successful
season in the AFL system this year. At the
Lions’ Club Champion Awards in September
he polled the highest number of votes for a
Reserves player, eventually winning the Lions
Reserves Best and Fairest Award for 2015.
O’Brien finished with 55 votes – 34 more than
Rohan Bewick, who was the next best Lion
with 21 votes.
It was a terrific effort from O’Brien, who not
only missed seven games due to senior AFL
commitments, but was also part of a Lions side
that won just four games for the season.
Bewick’s result was also remarkable, given that
he had spent more than three quarters of the
season in the seniors, and played only a handful
of NEAFL matches.
Mitch Golby (16 votes), Liam Dawson (9) and
Tom Cutler (9) were other Lions to poll well on
the night.
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FAREWELL
JED ADCOCK
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“
TO THE FANS, I THANK
YOU, I KNOW WE’LL
STAY IN CONTACT
ALONG THE WAY...
FAREWELL
JED ADCOCK
“I STILL HAVE SOME AMAZING MEMORIES FROM THIS
FOOTBALL CLUB THAT I’LL KEEP DEAR WITH ME.”
Departing Lion Jed Adcock was acknowledged
for his long-standing commitment to the
Brisbane Lions at the Club Champion Awards
in September with a Recognition of Service
award. Speaking on the night, Adcock said:
“I thoroughly enjoyed my twelve years and
met some amazing people along the way and
that’s what I think footy clubs are all about – the
relationships, the friends that you make along
the way, they stay with you forever.
“
I’LL BE FOREVER GRATEFUL
FOR THE OPPORTUNITY
I RECEIVED OVER THE
LAST 12 YEARS.
“Unfortunately I wasn’t able to play in
Premiership’s or enjoy the success the players
before me were able to have, but I still have
some amazing memories from this football club
that I’ll keep dear with me.”
Recruited from the North Ballarat Rebels at pick
33 in the 2003 National Draft, Adcock spoke
about the importance of the relationships he
formed as an 18-year-old.
“I guess when you move up from country
Victoria you always need people close to you
to help you out and luckily enough Tim (Tim
Notting) was also from Ballarat so we sort of
had some ties back home which made it easier
for me to settle in,” Adcock said.
“Unfortunately you don’t quite get the fairytale
that everyone is after, but it’s a nice feeling to
be able to come up here and recognise the Club
and say thanks.
“To the fans, I thank you, I know we’ll stay in
contact along the way as I move through but
I’ll be forever grateful for the opportunity I
received over the last 12 years.”
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SMITH HONOURED
“I WAS A RUCKMAN, BACK POCKET AND THEY PUT
ME IN THE CENTRE. I HAD NO IDEA WHAT TO DO
THERE, I THINK I WAS A BALL WATCHER.”
2015 LIFE
MEMBERS
Ivan Smith, who was recognised as a Life
Member of the Brisbane Lions in September
2015, was recruited to Fitzroy from Robinvale
(a small country town on the border of Victoria
and New South Wales) in 1956 and went on to
play four games for the ‘Roys’.
He resigned from Fitzroy after just one season,
deciding to return to the bush and play local
football while pursuing a career as a police
officer. He returned to Melbourne in 1964
and approached Fitzroy about being involved
with the Club in a non-playing capacity. Smith
was appointed to the committee of the Past
DAD WANTED ONE OF HIS SONS TO
PLAY LEAGUE FOOTBALL, SO I MADE “HIM A VERY HAPPY MAN...
Players’ Association, a position he has held
for the best part of 50 years, serving as
Secretary since 1988.
Throughout the period of the merger in 1996,
he was instrumental in turning the Fitzroy Past
Players’ Association into the Fitzroy-Brisbane
Lions Past Players’ Association, ensuring and
expanding the recognition of players within
the group.
To this day he sits as Secretary of the
Association and, along with his wife Barbara,
dedicates considerable time to maintaining
strong levels of support for the Club and its long
list of past players.
On accepting his award, Mr Smith recalled his
time at the Club:
“Dad wanted one of his sons to play league
football, so I made him a very happy man.
“He came down each Saturday from Robinvale
to see me play,” Smith said.
“Some people ask, ‘what was your recollection
of your first game?’ – I don’t think I had a kick in
my first game,” he laughed.
“But I know my opponent didn’t have a kick
either. I think the reason for that was Kevin
Murray was playing along the flank next to me.
“I was a ruckman, back pocket and they put me
in the centre. I had no idea what to do there, I
think I was a ball watcher.
“Kevin had the ball all the time, he looked after
his man, my man, and any other fella who was
floating about,” he quipped.
“I’ve derived a great amount of enjoyment
from this particular job, this is an honour,
I really treasure it and I know my family
will be very pleased.”
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PIKE COMES HOME
MARTIN PIKE WAS HONOURED AS
A LIFE MEMBER OF THE BRISBANE
LIONS AT THE CLUB CHAMPION
AWARDS LAST MONTH.
Pike was drafted to the Lions in 2000 as a
mature-age recruit after playing stints at
Melbourne (1993-94), Fitzroy (1995-96) and the
Kangaroos (1997-2000). His arrival in Brisbane
sparked debate about whether the 28-year-old
– who won Fitzroy’s Best and Fairest in 1996 –
was past his prime. Pike proved, however, that
his best was yet to come, going on to play 106
matches for Brisbane (for a career total of 247).
“
IT MEANS SO MUCH WHEN
YOU’VE PLAYED AT A FEW CLUBS TO
ACTUALLY FIND A REAL HOME.
More importantly, Pike’s recruitment directly
coincided with the Lions’ historic hat-trick of
premierships – and the South Australian played
a key role in each of them.
Pike said he was honoured to receive the award.
“It means so much when you’ve played at a few
clubs to actually find a real home.
“I’ve always said I was a Brisbane Lions man
and now it’s actually confirmed,” he said.
“When you think of the three flags we were
able to achieve in that time, they were great
days, they were the glory days.
“If I was to leave one message to the current
playing list – you are in your glory days right
now, make the most of it.
“It wasn’t a great season but you can get back
next year and, you never know, you might be like
the West Coast Eagles and play off in finals.”
Pike offered the support of the Lions’ former
players in his address to the Club and its players:
“All past players who aren’t coaching against
you are definitely behind you, so good luck with
your journey in football.”
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MICHAEL BECOMES
LIFE MEMBER
The timing of Malcolm Michael’s arrival back
home in Queensland (he was born in Papua New
Guinea but raised in Brisbane) could not have
been better; returning from Collingwood at the
end of 2000, he participated in each of the Lions’
three premierships of the early 2000s. Holding
down the full-back role in 140 games for the
Club, Michael was desperately unlucky not to
have earned All-Australian status for his efforts.
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Michael started his career with Collingwood
in Victoria, where he played 61 games in four
seasons after working his way up from the
Rookie List. He had shown great promise as an
emerging defender at Collingwood, so it was
somewhat of a surprise to see the Magpies trade
him back home in exchange for Jarrod Molloy.
Malcolm was inducted as a Life Member at
Brisbane’s Club Champion Awards in September.
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ACADEMY
ON
THE
By: Callum Twomey, AFL
RISE
“
EARLY ON IT WAS
REALLY WEIRD. BUT
I’VE LOVED EVERY
MINUTE OF IT, RUBBING
SHOULDERS WITH ALL
THE PLAYERS...
Ben Keays
“I’LL ENJOY THE UNCERTAINTY AND THE PRESSURE”
SAYS LIONS’ ACADEMY PROSPECT KEAYS.
Ben Keays was already a Brisbane Lions
supporter when he moved from Melbourne to
Brisbane as a five-year-old in 2002. His dad
grew up a Fitzroy fan, and Keays attended the
2001 Grand Final when the Club clinched a
breakthrough premiership win.
They went again to the Grand Final in 2004,
when the Lions’ run of three flags came to an
end. “I was bawling my eyes out when we
lost,” Keays said. “That was a sad day.”
Keays joined the Hyundai Help for Kids Lions
Academy a couple of years after moving to
Brisbane, and has played with the Club’s
NEAFL team over the past two seasons. He still
shakes his head at the heroes he’s been able
to play with and meet in his time around the
Lions so far.
“Early on it was really weird. But I’ve loved
every minute of it, rubbing shoulders with all
the players and now that I’ve got to know the
first-year players and the guys playing in the
NEAFL a lot better, it feels like if I was to go to
Brisbane at the end of the year the transition
would be really smooth,” Keays said.
“You walk past Simon Black, who’s one of the
midfield coaches, and he stops and says hello.
That’s when you think ‘This is pretty crazy,
Blacky’s just stopped me in the corridor and
having a chat to me’.”
The Lions will get first access to make Keays a
permanent member of the Club at November’s
NAB AFL Draft. As a member of their academy
program, the Lions will be able to match a bid
for him whenever it comes on draft night.
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Ben Keays is tackled in the Under 18 match Queensland vs. Tasmania
The prolific and hard-working midfielder
would be pleased to join the club he grew up
supporting, but is open to going elsewhere too.
“I’d love to [go to the Lions]. I know every kid
says it, but being the footy lover I am, I wouldn’t
mind going anywhere,” Keays said.
“But it would be awesome to join the Lions
and play with some of my mates from last year
like Harris Andrews and Liam Dawson and all
those boys.”
Alongside fellow possible top-20 Lions
Academy player Eric Hipwood, Keays will
experience the bidding system differently to
Academy players of the past, with the AFL to
introduce live bidding for the first time at this
year’s draft.
Keays has gotten his head around the complex
process – “I don’t know the exact points and all
that, but I get the concept” – and thinks it will
be more exciting than finding out in October, as
had previously been the case for highly-rated
Academy prospects.
“Hopefully I get to experience it like every other
kid. Now that they’ve done that, it’s good that
we all get to have the same kind of emotions
and uncertainty around our future,” he said.
“I reckon it’s pretty fair and I think it’ll be a
good night. I’ll enjoy the uncertainty and the
pressure.”
The club that ends up with Keays, should it be
the Lions or another, will know the player they
are getting: he’s a busy midfielder who works
up and down the ground, digs into packs, rips
the ball out, slides forward to kick goals and
performs every week.
He captained Queensland to its division two title
at this year’s NAB AFL Under-18 Championships,
averaged 29 disposals and five clearances
across the three games and won the Harrison
Medal as the best player of the group.
Keays, whose father is a cousin of former
Collingwood and Richmond player Terry Keays,
is disciplined and determined, traits that also
have him interested in joining the Australian
Army. Footy will probably put those hopes
on hold, but it remains something he’d like to
pursue in the future.
“That’s always been an interest of mine. Early on
in my life it was either footy or that just because
it’s a physically demanding job,” Keays said.
“It’s kind of similar to footy but it’s making a
difference, it’s helping out people and doing all
that. Obviously if footy didn’t work out that’d
definitely be something I’d explore.”
For now, making the AFL is the goal. Keays’
under-18 season finished recently, but he still
has one game to go, as a part of the Allies’
team that meets the NAB AFL Academy squad
(prospects eligible for the 2016 draft). The Grand
Final curtain-raiser will be played at the MCG
hours before the AFL premiership is decided.
“Jacob Allison and Jack Rolls are two Brisbane
academy players playing for the under-17s, so it’ll
be good to come up against them,” Keays said.
Eric Hipwood Queensland vs. Tasmania
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LIST CHANGES
THE CLUB MADE SIX CHANGES TO ITS PLAYING LIST AT THE
END OF THE 2015 SEASON (INCLUSIVE OF RETIREMENTS).
JED ADCOCK
DRAFTED: NORTH BALLARAT U18, 2003
MITCH GOLBY
DRAFTED: GIPPSLAND POWER, 2010
JORDON BOURKE
DRAFTED: MORNINGSIDE, 2012
ZAC O’BRIEN
RECRUITED FROM: ESSENDON BOMBERS, 2013
DEBUT 2004
206
GAMES
59
GOALS
DEBUT 2011
56
GAMES
6
GOALS
DEBUT 2014
6
GAMES
2
GOALS
LIONS DEBUT 2014
13 1
GAMES GOALS
BRENT STAKER
RECRUITED FROM: WEST COAST EAGLES, 2009
LIONS DEBUT 2010
50 35
GAMES GOALS
LUKE McGUANE
RECRUITED FROM: RICHMOND, 2013
LIONS DEBUT 2014
7 7
GAMES GOALS
MATT MAGUIRE
RECRUITED FROM: ST KILDA, 2009
LIONS DEBUT 2010
71 1
GAMES GOALS
THE BRISBANE LIONS THANKS EACH OF THE SIX PLAYERS FOR
THEIR PROFESSIONALISM AND COMMITMENT TO THE CLUB.
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THE LIONS FAREWELLED THREE
PLAYERS AT THE END OF 2015,
WITH MATT MAGUIRE,
BRENT STAKER AND LUKE MCGUANE
ANNOUNCING THEIR RETIREMENTS
FAREWELL
TO THREE LIONS
BRENT STAKER
BRENT STAKER ANNOUNCED HIS RETIREMENT IN FRONT
OF THE BRISBANE LIONS PLAYING GROUP IN AUGUST
AFTER 13 YEARS ON THE FIELD AND 160 GAMES.
The key position player began his career at the
West Coast Eagles in 2003, where he played
110 games and kicked 84 goals. Speaking on his
time in the West, Staker remarked:
“I had seven years of my career there, I gave my
heart there. I really appreciate everyone I met
there, they’ve been fantastic.”
Staker was traded to Brisbane in 2009, and
despite a wretched run with injury, remained
a valuable member of the Lions’ side – his
versatility enabling him to play at either end of
the ground.
“I’ve had six years here. To get drafted once
is extremely lucky, but to get picked up again,
I consider (that) winning the lotto twice. I love
this footy club for taking me in and giving me the
opportunity it has.”
“Special mention to the Lions medical team. I
think the only injury I had was a broken thumb at
West Coast. Since I’ve been at the Lions they’ve
had to put up with countless problems. I couldn’t
have asked for better support.”
“It’s not easy retiring and I had mixed emotions
coming into the week. But I’ve obviously loved
every part of my career, I wouldn’t change it -
everyone I’ve met, people outside of footy, the
footy fraternity has been unreal.”
The boy from Broken Hill paid special thanks to
his family, who had shown great support despite
being unable to attend the majority of his games.
“Lastly, I’d like to thank my family, they’ve been
really good, a great support. I’ve played 160
games and they’ve only seen about 20, so that’s
tough for me. I love them very much.”
Speaking to the team, Staker reflected on his
recent run of injuries, and emphasised how
grateful he was for the support shown by the
Club and its support staff.
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TO FINISH OFF MY CAREER UP
HERE WITH MY FAMILY AROUND
ME, TO PLAY OVER 100 GAMES OF
AFL, I COULDN’T BE HAPPIER.
LUKE McGUANE
QUEENSLANDER LUKE MCGUANE PLAYED 112 GAMES OVER AN
ELEVEN YEAR AFL CAREER – 105 OF THOSE FOR RICHMOND –
AFTER BEING SELECTED AT NO.36 IN THE 2004 NATIONAL DRAFT.
The 28-year-old forward kicked 7 goals in four
games this year (McGuane joined the Lions
at the start of 2014 and has been severely
restricted by a series of left knee problems) and
was keen to play on next season until a training
mishap left him with damage to his ‘good’ right
knee. Speaking on the abrupt end to his AFL
career, McGuane remarked:
“I wanted to play on next year until this injury
at training yesterday snuffed out any thought of
that. My body has given up on me and as much
as I’d love to continue to play on it’s clear my
body won’t deal with it.
“I’m obviously really disappointed – getting
back out there and playing the last 4 games
has been incredibly enjoyable, and something
I wasn’t sure was going to happen after all the
injuries I’ve had over the last few years.
“I’ll have very fond memories of my career
and be happy to have got to play so long
in the AFL system… I feel blessed to have had
such a long career in the AFL.”
McGuane made his senior debut against Sydney
in Round 7 of 2006, but managed just two games
for the season. He became a more regular
fixture in the Tigers’ lineup from 2007, where he
held down a third-tall position in the backline.
In 2012, he was swung forward and kicked
15 goals from nine games. He continued his
promising form in attack in 2013, when he
kicked a career-best 20 goals from 12 games
- which included three in a half against the
Brisbane Lions in Round 20 at the MCG.
After nine seasons and 105 games with
Richmond, McGuane exercised his right as
a free agent to return home to Queensland
and join the Lions. He was selected to play
in Brisbane’s second NAB Challenge match
against Gold Coast, and made an immediate
impression with three first quarter goals -
including a ‘goal of the year’ contender from
the boundary.
McGuane was prominent again in his
second pre-season outing against Sydney at
Burpengary, however a knee injury forced him
to spend an extended period on the sidelines. He
was eventually named to make his Lions debut
in the team’s Easter Thursday night blockbuster,
which happened to be against his old side,
Richmond. He went on to play three consecutive
games but continued to struggle with injury.
A pre-season injury to his troublesome left knee
in 2015 again meant that McGuane’s play was
restricted in his final AFL season; he returned
to the senior side in Round 19, kicking 3 goals in
a narrow loss to the Gold Coast Suns.
“The players and coaches at Richmond early in
my career, I couldn’t thank them enough. I had
an amazing time in my decade at Richmond, and
then to finish off my career in Brisbane with my
family and new teammates was also really good
for me,” said McGuane.
“It’s been hard too because I’ve been injured
for 90% of my time here but it was great to
finish off my career up here with my family
around me. To play over 100 games of AFL, I
couldn’t be happier.”
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MAGUIRE WAS HONOURED WITH
A LAP OF HONOUR AT THE GABBA
DURING THE HALFTIME BREAK
OF THE MATCH AGAINST THE
ADELAIDE CROWS IN ROUND 13.
MATT MAGUIRE
BRISBANE LIONS VETERAN DEFENDER MATT MAGUIRE
ANNOUNCED HIS RETIREMENT FROM AFL IN JUNE.
The 31-year-old backman, who played 170
senior games at St Kilda and the Brisbane Lions,
made his decision after experiencing persistent
symptoms relating to concussion (Maguire was
concussed in a NEAFL game against Ainslie at
Coorparoo on April 25).
Lions medical staff, in consultation with
concussion specialists, were confident
Maguire would make a full recovery but the
unpredictability of the symptoms meant it was
unclear when he would be ready to play again.
“I can’t get out there and play footy so the
decision was made pretty easily for me,”
Maguire told the playing group.
“I can be proud of what I’ve been able to
achieve in footy. I’ve been able to come to this
point and be proud that I’ve been able to get the
most out of myself.
“If you can get to the end of your career and say
that, then you can be quite content and happy to
move on to the next phase of your life with a big
smile on your face and relish that you’ve had so
many great memories and good friendships.”
Affectionately known as “Goose”, Maguire
began his career in 2002 with St Kilda and
played 99 games before a badly broken leg
halted his career. He fought back to full fitness
and was signed by the Brisbane Lions at the end
of 2009 – his trademark aggression and physical
presence have proved valuable during his 71
senior games for the Club.
Last year, Maguire started in Reserves before
playing thirteen of the final 15 senior games
of the season. He underwent ankle surgery
at the end of 2014 and played two senior
games in 2015.
“I’ve been really fortunate to play for two great
Clubs – I’ve loved my time here at the Lions,”
said Maguire.
“It’s been great to be able to continually
challenge myself and get the best out of myself
for the past six years. And to get the support
from everyone at the Club … there’s so many
people who have helped me along the way. I’m
really thankful for that.”
Senior Coach Justin Leppitsch said Maguire had
left a great legacy in helping develop the Club’s
current crop of young defenders.
“There’s not many players who can have the
resilience to stay in the game, and to sign six
one-year contracts in a row,” said Leppitsch.
“This Club is better for having Goose in it. The
next generation here can take a lot out of what
you’ve given them over the last few years.”
Maguire was honoured with a Lap of Honour
at the GABBA during the halftime break of the
match against the Adelaide Crows in Round 13.
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ROUND 1
ROUND 2
ROUND 3
ROUND 4
ROUND 5
ROUND 6
ROUND 7
WE TAKE A LOOK BACK AT 7 KEY
MOMENTS IN OUR 2015 SEASON.
1
A BLOW CLOSE TO HOME
Michael Close’s third season was cut short in Round 2 when he injured his ACL in
the Lions’ loss to the Kangaroos. After the Lions kicked three of the game’s first
four goals, the Roos put their foot down, kicking eight straight goals in less than
a quarter and 19 of the next 23 to set up an imposing 20.13 (133) to 7.9 (51) final
margin. Close’s injury sparked debate about the quality of the playing surface at
Etihad Stadium, and also exposed Brisbane’s vulnerabilities in the forward line as
the Lions were left without a key forward.
ROUND 8
ROUND 9
ROUND 10
ROUND 11
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ROUND 1
ROUND 2
ROUND 2
ROUND 3
ROUND 3
ROUND 4
ROUND 4
ROUND 5
ROUND 5
ROUND 6
ROUND 7
ROUND 8
ROUND 9
ROUND 10
2
THAT WINNING FEELING
It was an occasion to remember as the Lions held off a fast finishing Carlton to
claim their first win of 2015 in Round Six. After a disastrous start to the season,
the Lions rallied and lifted themselves from the bottom of the ladder, surprising
the crumbling Blues with a 9-point win. New recruits Dayne Beams, Mitch
Robinson and Allen Christensen revelled in their first win at the Club (alongside
Harris Andrews in just his fourth game).
ROUND 6
ROUND 7
ROUND 8
ROUND 9
ROUND 10
ROUND 11
3
ALL HAIL ROBBO
The Lions secured their second win for the season when they trounced Port
Adelaide at the GABBA in Round Seven. Starring for the Lions was new recruit
Mitch Robinson, who kicked three goals. The former Blue, who was delisted at the
end of 2014, set the standard for his teammates in 2015 with his fearless attack
and commitment to the Club.
ROUND 11
ROUND 12
ROUND 12
ROUND 13
ROUND 13
ROUND 14
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ROUND 13
ROUND 14
ROUND 15
ROUND 16
ROUND 17
ROUND 18
ROUND 19
ROUND 20
ROUND 21
ROUND 22
ROUND 23
Brisbane Lions defender Harris Andrews was named the NAB Rising Star
nominee for Round 18, becoming the first graduate of the Hyundai Help For Kids
Lions Academy to win the honour. The 18-year-old Queenslander was one of his
team’s best with 22 disposals, 12 marks and near-flawless efficiency against the
Geelong Cats’ experienced forward line at Simonds Stadium.
ROUND 14
ROUND 15
ROUND 16
ROUND 17
ROUND 18
4 AT LONG LAST, IT’S HARRIS!
ROUND 19
5 DISASTER BREWING
ROUND 20
ROUND 21
ROUND 22
ROUND 23
Brisbane slumped to their 11th straight loss for the season when they were
defeated by the Gold Coast Suns in the 10th Q-Clash. The 14-point loss (in front
of over 20,000 spectators) left the Brisbane Lions wallowing in last place. In an
entertaining match between the two bottom teams, the Suns made their break
with four straight goals during the third quarter and held on to win 17.12 (114) to
14.16 (100).
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ROUND 15
ROUND 18
ROUND 16
ROUND 19
ROUND 17
ROUND 20
ROUND 18
ROUND 21
ROUND 19
ROUND 20
ROUND 21
ROUND 22
ROUND 23
6
THE MAGICIAN STRIKES
The Lions increased a 12-point lead to 35 points in a stunning third term
against the Blues in Round 20. Brisbane kicked eight unanswered goals,
including two brilliant passages of play from the fleet-footed Dayne Zorko,
whose celebrations woke up the GABBA crowd. The win also meant that
the Lions avoided equalling their club record streak of 12 consecutive
losses set across the 1990-91 campaigns.
ROUND 22
ROUND 23
7
LIONS FAREWELL JED
The Bulldogs trailed by 15 points at the last change in the Lions’ final clash of the
home and away season. The Doggies kicked the first three goals of the fourth
quarter to hit the lead, but the Lions would not be denied. Adcock’s brilliant threebounce
goal from outside 50m with five minutes remaining gave the Lions the
lead, which they never relinquished. It was also a fitting farewell for Adcock, who
had been a loyal servant of the Lions for twelve years.
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STATISTIC LEADERS
DISPOSALS
CONTESTED POSSESSIONS
TACKLES
GOAL ASSISTS
1. Dayne Zorko (505)
1. Dayne Beams (213)
1. Mitch Robinson (142)
1. Allen Christensen (17)
2. Lewis Taylor (459)
2. Dayne Zorko (207)
2. Tom Rockliff (129)
2. Stefan Martin (14)
3. Dayne Beams (451)
3. Stefan Martin (200)
3. Jack Redden (103)
3. Dayne Zorko (12)
4. Allen Christensen (445)
4. Mitch Robinson (191)
4. Dayne Zorko (85)
4. Daniel Rich (11)
5. Mitch Robinson (437)
5. Jack Redden (162)
5. Allen Christensen (75)
5. Mitch Robinson (9)
MARKS
CONTESTED MARKS
INSIDE 50s
HITOUTS
1. Marco Paparone (140)
1. Daniel McStay (23)
1. Mitch Robinson (77)
1. Stefan Martin (650)
2. Stefan Martin (128)
2. Harris Andrews (21)
2. Daniel Rich (75)
2. Matthew Leuenberger (275)
3. Harris Andrews (100)
3. Stefan Martin (20)
3. Dayne Beams (71)
3. Harris Andrews (24)
4. Dayne Zorko (98)
4. Justin Clarke (12)
4. Dayne Zorko (69)
4. Jack Redden (21)
5. Lewis Taylor (92)
5. Marco Paparone (11)
5. Stefan Martin (69)
5. Mitch Robinson (20)
CLEARANCES
REBOUND 50s
GOALS
ONE PERCENTERS
1. Dayne Beams (104)
1. Marco Paparone (79)
1. Josh Green (25)
1. Justin Clarke (138)
2. Stefan Martin (96)
2. Daniel Rich (56)
2. Daniel McStay (19)
2. Harris Andrews (95)
3. Jack Redden (87)
3. Dayne Zorko (48)
3. Allen Christensen (19)
3. Daniel Merrett (67)
4. Tom Rockliff (87)
4. Justin Clarke (39)
4. Dayne Zorko (18)
4. Marco Paparone (55)
5. Mitch Robinson (80)
5. Mitch Robinson (34)
5. Lewy Taylor (12)
5. Darcy Gardiner (48)
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THE LIONS UNEARTHED SOME YOUNG
TALENT IN 2015 WITH THE DEBUTS
OF FIVE FIRST YEAR PLAYERS. MANY
OF THESE DEBUTANTS BECAME
REGULAR FIXTURES IN
THE LIONS’ LINE-UP.
DEBUTS
AND MILESTONES
Pictured: Justin Clarke tallies
up 50 career games.
Jaden McGrath, Harris Andrews, Liam Dawson,
Hugh Beasley and Billy Evans – all of whom
represent the future of this Club, were given
the opportunity to play senior football during
the season.
Two of the five debutants were Hyundai Help
for Kids Lions Academy products – Harris
Andrews and Liam Dawson both went on to
impress with Andrews becoming the first Lions
Academy graduate to receive a NAB Rising
Star Nomination in Round 18 against the Cats.
It was also a memorable year for the Club
when it came to milestones with departing Lion
Jed Adcock celebrating game 200, Irishman
Pearce Hanley playing his 100th game and
ruckman Matthew Leuenberger also reaching
the century milestone. While back-man Justin
Clarke and youngster Sam Mayes tallied up 50
career games.
DEBUT
JADEN McGRATH
vs Collingwood
The Gabba
DEBUT
LIAM DAWSON
vs Essendon
Etihad Stadium
DEBUT
HUGH BEASLEY
vs GWS
Spotless Stadium
100 GAMES
PEARCE HANLEY
vs Sydney
The Gabba
50 GAMES
SAM MAYES
vs Carlton
The Gabba
ROUND 1 ROUND 3 ROUND 8 ROUND 9 ROUND 10 ROUND 15 ROUND 17 ROUND 19 ROUND 20
DEBUT
HARRIS ANDREWS
vs Richmond
The Gabba
100 GAMES
MATTHEW LEUENBERGER
vs St Kilda
The Gabba
50 GAMES
JUSTIN CLARKE
vs Sydney
The Gabba
200 GAMES
JED ADCOCK
vs North Melbourne
The Gabba
DEBUT
BILLY EVANS
vs Gold Coast
The Gabba
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AUSTIN TURNS
FROM SWAN TO LION
Leigh Matthews speaking to Craig Lambert
Craig Lambert has returned to the Brisbane
Lions as Strategy and Retention Manager
alongside wife Melissa, who will begin work
as Player Welfare Manager when the playing
group return in November.
Lambert played 96 of his 219 senior games for
Brisbane and was a Club Champion winner at
both the Lions and Richmond.
The 47-year-old served as an assistant coach
under Leigh Matthews during the Premiership
years, when he was highly regarded for his work
in the areas of player development and welfare.
He had been working at Greater Western
Sydney as Player Welfare Manager, with
Melissa also employed in the welfare
department. Both have been credited with
playing a major role in embedding a strong
culture at the fledgling club.
Brisbane Lions CEO Greg Swann welcomed the
appointment of the Lamberts, reflecting that:
“Craig and Melissa have a reputation for being
the best at what they do in the welfare space.
THE LIONS ANNOUNCED IN
SEPTEMBER THAT DAMIEN
AUSTIN WILL REPLACE
THE DEPARTING BRETT
BURTON AS THE NEW HIGH
PERFORMANCE MANAGER.
Austin comes to the Lions from the Sydney
Swans, having worked as a part of that club’s
high performance team for four seasons.
CEO Greg Swann said he is confident that
Austin will provide the expertise and experience
of off-field leadership necessary to propel the
Club forward next season and beyond.
“We are satisfied that along with Matthew
Francis (Football Manager), Craig Lambert
(Strategy and Retention Manager) and Melissa
Lambert (Player Welfare Manager) we have the
right team to take the Club forward.”
It’s an area we have identified as needing to
improve and we believe the work done by the
Lamberts here in Brisbane, and then in recent
years at GWS, shows they are a perfect fit for
our Club right now.”
“Damien has an impressive work history,
having come to us from the Swans but prior
to this working for the Sydney Roosters,
Queensland Reds and consulting with the NSW
Swifts Netball team,” Swann said.
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IN VICTORIA
The Brisbane Lions remained committed to
providing its Victorian-based members with
more opportunities to help enhance their
match-day experience in 2015.
Although there were some obvious constraints
in what can be offered as the ‘away team’ in
Melbourne, the Club was still able to implement
some new initiatives at games.
This included, for the first time, negotiating an
exclusive Lions-only seating area in the General
Admission areas at Etihad Stadium and the MCG
to help members and supporters sit amongst
each other. While this facility has long been
offered in designated reserved seat sections,
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The Club also recognised its Victorian members
at the MCG in Round 16 – the team’s final
match in Melbourne – with a special members’
guard of honour, big screen messages from the
players, and a competition that saw five lucky
members invited into the rooms after the match.
WELCOME TO 2016
A BRAND NEW OPPORTUNITY
TO BE PART OF SOMETHING
AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE
AT YOUR CLUB!
The Women of the Pride group aims to bring like-minded
individuals together – to give us a chance to swap ideas, share
stories, spark inspiration and as a platform to network and meet
new people whilst supporting the Brisbane Lions.
In 2015 we launched the Women of the Pride group at the Gabba
in early March with a veritable who’s who of Brisbane on hand
and a goal of achieving 100 members in its inaugural year
– we reached over 552 by the end of the season.
The Club also trialled a pre-game social club
facility in the Studio Room at Etihad Stadium
prior to the Western Bulldogs match in Round 12
with great success. Around 200 people popped
in for a drink before the game, and heard from
former greats Kevin Murray and Chris Johnson.
Before other Etihad Stadium matches, fans
were encouraged to meet up at The Mail
Exchange Hotel on Bourke Street.
THANK YOU, VICTORIA
Thanks to all our loyal Victorian-based members and fans
for their continued support in 2015!
In 2016 we look forward to bringing you not only fantastic events,
but also a community to be part of.
For more information or to join, visit:
membership.lions.com.au
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VICTORIA
2015 SNAPSHOT
VICTORIAN-BASED BRISBANE LIONS MEMBERS WERE TREATED
TO A RANGE OF ENGAGING EVENTS WHILE THE TEAM WERE
VISITING THEIR ‘HOME AWAY FROM HOME’ IN MELBOURNE.
MELBOURNE TRAINING
Ryan Lester and his teammates spent valuable time with
their loyal Victorian-based members and supporters after
every one of the team’s training sessions in Melbourne.
JUNIOR CLINIC
Dayne Beams helped teach some of the finer skills
to our next generation of footy stars at the annual
Victorian Junior Clinic held at Etihad Stadium.
From Family Days and junior clinics to player
signing sessions at training and big screen
viewings of interstate matches – there was
plenty for fans to get involved with outside of
the regular Melbourne match-day activities.
MEMBERS FORUM
Victorian members heard directly from Senior Coach
Justin Leppitsch, CEO Greg Swann, and Chairman
Bob Sharpless, about a range of Club-related issues
at the Members Forum held in March.
INSIDEACCESS
A hand-picked number of well-connected
Melbourne-based Brisbane Lions members
were welcomed as official ‘Insiders’ in 2015
and gained unprecedented inner sanctum
access to the Club in Victoria.
FAMILY DAY
Undisputed ‘King of the Kids’ Dayne Zorko caught
up with his many fans at the mid-season Victorian
Family Day at Etihad Stadium.
The exclusive group’s valuable contribution
helped the Club execute a number of new
strategies and initiatives in Victoria this year.
OXFORD SCHOLAR
Victorian-based Club Directors Peter McGregor
and Ross Thornton were on hand to present Lions
fans Leigh and Sheldon with their prize at the Round
5 big screen event at The Oxford Scholar Hotel.
BROWN TRIBUTE
Around 650 guests turned out to toast retiring
champion Jonathan Brown one last time at his
Victorian Tribute Lunch at Crown.
MEMBERS ROUND
Cooper Thompson was one of the lucky members
chosen to receive a signed guernsey in the players’
change rooms after the Round 16 match against
Melbourne as part of Thank You Members Round.
PLAYER SPONSOR
New recruit Mitch Robinson got acquainted
with the McCulloch family and others at the
exclusive Player Sponsor function following the
Round 2 match against North Melbourne.
In return, the Insiders were invited to attend
intimate functions with Senior Coach Justin
Leppitsch and his coaching staff, CEO Greg
Swann, recruiters, and the playing group.
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40 YEARS OF
RED, BLUE, AND GOLD
FITZROY
SPIRIT
ALIVE
THE BRISBANE LIONS’ ROUND 16 MATCH AGAINST MELBOURNE PROVED AN
EMOTIONAL ONE FOR MANY OF THE OLD ‘ROYBOYS’, AS THE CLUB DONNED
A COMMEMORATIVE 40 TH ANNIVERSARY FITZROY-STYLE GUERNSEY.
THE BRISBANE LIONS CONTINUED TO BUILD ON THEIR
RELATIONSHIP WITH BOTH FITZROY FC, WHO PARTICIPATE IN THE
VAFA PREMIER B DIVISION, AND THE FITZROY JUNIORS IN 2015.
The guernsey was designed to celebrate 40 years
since Fitzroy first wore the red, blue, and gold
colours – to coincide with the introduction of
colour TV.
It was the first time that the famous ‘FFC’
monogram had appeared in a senior AFL match
at the home of football since 2007.
“It’s a terrific honour for us to wear this guernsey
and honour the incredible history that lives on in
our Club,” Vice-Captain Pearce Hanley said upon
launching the jumper alongside all-time Fitzroy
greats Kevin Murray and Garry Wilson.
Murray described the jumper as “magic”,
Wilson said it was “brilliant” that the Lions
continued to celebrate Fitzroy’s history.
Pearce Hanley helps launch the Fitzroy commemorative
guernsey with Fitzroy greats Garry Wilson and Kevin Murray.
IT’S AN HONOUR
Pearce Hanley, Kevin Murray and Garry Wilson launched
the new Fitzroy Jumper that was worn in Round 16.
The match also corresponded with the Club’s
annual Past Player Reunion event, which
brought around 150 former players, coaches
and officials from all arms of the Lions’ history
together for a private game-day function.
Unfortunately the Lions were defeated on
this occasion against Melbourne, who were
coincidentally coached by another former
Royboy in Paul Roos.
Teams from both the senior and junior clubs
play at the Club’s spiritual heartland in Victoria
– the Brunswick Street Oval – and their games
generally attract a healthy crowd of the old
Fitzroy faithful.
On the field, Fitzroy FC seniors finished sixth –
two games shy of Finals – but proved that they
could match it with the best at times throughout
the season. 2015 also proved a landmark year
for Fitzroy, who fielded their first ever women’s
team in the Victorian Women’s Football League.
Meanwhile, the Fitzroy Juniors further
enhanced their standing as one of the most
successful junior clubs in Victoria by competing
in five Grand Finals and producing three
premierships in 2015 – U12 gold, U13 red, and
U14 black.
Coaches from both Fitzroy FC, Fitzroy Juniors
and the Brisbane Lions came together in
June to share some ideas in a popular new
initiative between the clubs, while the Club also
sponsored youngster Luke Baker, who is in his
second year with Fitzroy’s senior team.
50 players from the Fitzroy Juniors formed the guard of honour for
the Brisbane Lions back in Round 12 against the Western Bulldogs
The Fitzroy Juniors also got a taste of the big
time back in Round 12 when 50 of their players
were invited to form a guard of honour for
the senior Lions team prior to the Western
Bulldogs match at Etihad Stadium.
For more information:
FITZROY FC
FITZROY JUNIORS
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SOME OF FITZROY’S FORMER NO.7s
IAN McCRAE, WARWICK IRWIN,
AND MICHAEL GALE
PRESERVING
OUR HISTORY
THE FITZROY-BRISBANE LIONS HISTORICAL SOCIETY
WENT FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH IN 2015.
VICTORIAN CONTENT -
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Fitzroy-Brisbane Lions Historical Society
went from strength to strength in 2015,
reaching 340 members (plus 27 Life Patrons),
hosting four fabulous functions, building new
displays at the Museum located at Etihad
Stadium, and unearthing a range of previously
unseen artefacts from the old Fitzroy days.
The Historical Society’s regular evenings at the
Fitzroy Bowling Club once again proved a huge
success, with special guests including Michael
Gale, Warwick Irwin, Martin Pike, Ian McCrae,
Ross Thornton, Leon Harris, Laurie Serafini,
Grant Lawrie, and Jamie Cooper.
Around 350 guests also turned out for their
annual Museum Dinner, which was themed
around Fitzroy’s days at the Junction Oval, and
featured a star-studded line-up headlined by
Kevin Murray, Paul Roos, Garry Wilson, Robert
Walls, Mick Conlan and many more.
The Historical Society plays a key role in
preserving the Club’s rich heritage, and wouldn’t
be possible without the tireless efforts of
Chairman Arthur Wilson, Deputy Chairman Ian
Crawford, and their hard-working committee.
Fans are flocking to view the magnificent Museum at Etihad Stadium
Importantly funds raised from membership and
events contribute directly towards the ongoing
maintenance and construction of the Museum,
and sourcing of old memorabilia.
If you haven’t already witnessed the Museum
at Etihad Stadium for yourself, be sure to
contact Chairman Arthur Wilson on
0405 565 814 to arrange a viewing time.
SUPPORT THE
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
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HEARTS
BEAT STRONG
Boasting a record membership in 2015, the
Lionhearts coterie continued to provide unique
and entertaining events surrounding Brisbane
Lions matches in Melbourne – including the
iconic tramcar dinner and Yarra River cruise.
Triple premiership stars Jason Akermanis and
Chris Johnson were the guests of honour at the
Lionhearts’ annual Gala Lunch – an event that
always kicks on well into the evening.
Triple premiership teammates Jason Akermanis and Chris
Johnson were the guests of honour at the Lionhearts’ annual
Gala Lunch at Eureka 89
Funds raised by the Lionhearts go directly to
supporting the development of budding young
footballers through the Hyundai Help for Kids
Lions Academy.
Lionhearts members enjoy some pre-game food and drinks at
the Duke of Wellington Hotel before an MCG match
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PART OF THE
FAMILY
Lion Hunter Secretary Chris Orton interviews the Rockliffs and the Martins at their annual Parents Lunch
The long-standing Lion Hunters coterie further
enhanced their strong family values by once
again accommodating a large number of player
parents in their first-class on-site suites at
Etihad Stadium and the MCG.
As part of their ‘Player Parent Program’, the
Lion Hunters also hosted a standalone Parents
Lunch at the Kelvin Club over the Mother’s Day
weekend, which was attended by 20 parents
from both Victoria and interstate.
Lion Hunter President with former Fitzroy best and fairest
Scott Clayton (and father of Lions teenager Josh Clayton),
Lions CEO Greg Swann, and Lions Talent Acquisition &
Retention Manager Peter Schwab
LEARN MORE ABOUT
THE LION HUNTERS
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BABY MEMBERS
FOUNDATION MEMBERS
Abel Porthouse
Adam Saunders
Addison Mae Allen
Alastair Bourke
Alastair Cormick
Alexander Vassiliadis
Alexandra De Beer
Cooper Bradley
Cooper Messerle
Crosby Shaw
Curtis Wareham
Dean Horton
Dominic Picone
Eden Beagley
Harry Price
Harvey Dyson
Hayden Jakins
Hayden Moss
Healy Dahl
Henry Medcalf
Henry Sherrin
John Tyers
Jonathan Lutkic
Jude Kennedy
Jude McConachie
Kailey Lang
Keeda Angus
Kelsey Noakes
May Sutherland
Melody Crump
Memphis Steele
Mia Huhn
Mia Lawes
Mia Stewart
Micah Emerson
Preston Bono
Quinn Dench
Rachel Raimondo
Reeghan Vidot
Reid Webb-Johnson
Riley Bruce
River-Lee Craig
Adam Malheiros
Alan Carter
Alexander Buchanan
Alfred Graco
Alice Buchanan
Allan Robinson
Elon Bentick
Erica Gargan
Errol Holmes
Fay Slinger
Frank Covino
Frank Davis
Keith Lorimer
Ken Mathews
Ken Grimley
Kent Anderson
Kerry Dowsett
Kim Stahl
Raymond Johnson
Rick Staines
Robert Baker
Robert Newton
Robert Targett
Robert Verhoeve
Amelia Luck
Edie Porter
Hugh Mullholland
Kirby Wyngaard
Michael Selakovic
Robert Yee
Allan Smith
Fred Wolbers
Lance Cushion
Robert Schampers
Amelia Vidot
Angela Tew
Anna Mendoza
Annabelle Kelly
Annaliese Bergman
Annika Pola
Archer Diehm
Edward Phegan
Elijah Payne
Elijah Roots
Elisabeth Yee
Eliza Kay
Elizabeth Coombs
Elizabeth Wilson
Hugo Roche
Hugo Sacco
Hunter Rickard
Indi Weir-Stewart
Isaac Yates
Isabella Gasser
Isabella Kelly
Kobi Robinson
Kodi Ransom
Lachlan Dack
Lachlan Denison
Lachlan Knight
Lachlan Stirling
Lara Garrity
Michael Yared
Michael Higgins
Mickayla Thiess
Mila Graham
Mila Veneziano
Milla Drapos
Miller Clarke
Roland Davis-Polley
Ruby Derham
Ryan Adderley
Ryder Aisbett
Rylee Griffin
Sam Yaxley
Samantha Page
Ana Malheiros
Angela O’Hanlon
Anita Walgers
Anita Hay
Ashley Foale
Barry Mayer
Gail Edwards
Garry Edwards
Gary Coker
Geoff Gargett
Geoff Franz
Geoff Scott
Laura Mewett
Len Daddow
Leo Coyne
Les Miles
Mac Tolliday
Malcolm Henderson
Rodney Rose
Rodney Schultz
Ron Lockens
Ron Dawes
Ron Duncan
Ronald King
Archie Tomlinson
Aria Adams
Ary Gardner
Aurelia Field
Aurora Collins
Ava John
Baby Forster
Ella Bruce
Ella Carroll
Ella Gordon
Ella Spear
Elliott Bentley
Elliott Schultz
Eloise Beard
Isabella Van De Pol
Isla O’Neill
Isla Sadler
Isla Smith
Isobel Lambley
Ivy Plastow
Jack Cummins
Leilani Woodcock
Leo Chalmers
Leo Keane
Leo Mills
Leo Ward
Leonard Coombs
Lewis Monaghan
Mitchell Carswell
Mitchell Gray
Molly Porter
Nate Green-McGuinness
Nathan Kwok
Nelson Moss
Neve Barrie
Samuel Van De Pol
Saskia Dahl
Sebastian Ferronato
Shailey Kent
Shivani Evans
Sienna Raymond
Sophie Paton
Barry Maffescioni
Betty Carter
Bill Shaw
Bob Downing
Brenda Smith
Brian O’Hanlon
Geoffrey Gargan
Geoffrey Fawcett
Geraldine Daddow
Graeme Downie
Graeme Jenkin
Graeme Salisbury
Margaret Dixon
Margaret Duncan
Marjorie Shaw
Mark Rooney
Mary Craven-Griffiths
Melida Logan
Ronald Hall
Roy Howell
Sean O’Hara
Shane Turnbull
Shaun Hunt
Shirley Norris
Bailey Dutoit
Beau Martin
Betty Niland-Rowe
Blair Larcombe
Blakely Fox
Braxton Lang
Braxton Raymond
Caelan Pudney
Callum Miles
Celeste Cotter
Chael Johnstone
Charley Turner
Charlie Chippindall
Charlie Meadley
Chayse Barry
Chloe Casauria
Chloe Stocker
Cienna Bonadio
Clay Greenstreet
Cohan Fitzroy Morgan
Cohen Pengelly-o’Neill
Connor Denaro
Conor Ryan
Emerson Smith
Emma Gibbons
Emma Seeto
Emmaline Forster
Esta Manning
Ethan Lawes
Evelyn Bono
Faxon McVie
Finn Smythe-Danielson
Fletcher Prior
Flynn Walters
Frankie Drake
Freddie Price
Freya Niland-Rowe
George Prosser
Georgia Adam
Giacob Saldaneri
Hamish Wilson
Hannah Lord
Hannah McHugh
Harriet Sanford
Harris Bradt
Harrison Black
Jack Gleason
Jack Griggs
Jackson Bowen
Jackson Perry
Jackson Wallace
Jacob Chatfield
Jacob Cutler
Jacob Turner
Jacob Yee
Jai Roberts
Jake Anderson
Jake Douglas
Jameson Hearn
Jane Zeller
Jasper Collins
Jasper Lane
Jasper Wyngaard
Jed Gray
Jedd Erceg
Jensen McLean
Jessica Stemmer
Jet Beasley
John Coombs
Lily Hanrahan
Lily Seeto
Lincoln McAlpine
Livi Meehan
Lucas Roberts
Lucas Williams
Lucy Sacco
Luke Buttimore
Luke Ransom
Luke Westaway
Mackenzie Bellesini
Maddilyn Davies
Magnus Varney
Marsden Chatfield
Matilda McIntyre
Matilda Sanders
Maverick Appleton
Max Adams
Max Brand
Max Bridges
Max Dyson
Max McCaffrey
Max McLeod
Nicholas Ferguson-
Hannah
Nina Heard
Noah Dean
Noah Tate
Olive Hoffman
Oliver Barden
Oliver Bugeja
Oliver Kerridge
Oliver O’Neill
Olivia Dicker
Olivia Turner
Oscar Aitken
Oscar Anderson
Oscar Kinder
Patrick Child
Patrick Gibson
Patrick Sherrin
Patrick Wilson
Penny Hughes
Peyton Davies
Philip Sanfilippo
Poppy Whiteside
Spencer Blake
Spencer Petersen
Stevie White
Summer Griffin
Tahlia Meredith
Taj Ransom
Thomas Carter
Thomas Gibson
Thomas Sherry
Tristan Moon
Vinamra Evans
Violet Gleeson
Willow Clarke
Willow Martin
Willow Pearce
Xavier Boothey
Xavier Hopkins
Xavier John
Xavier Lock
Zara Kalnis
Brian Bird
Brian Warlow
Bronte Kramer
Christian Hunt
Clifton Thomas
Danny Henry
Darren Brittain
Darryl Sulzberger
Daryl Dalton
David Gilbert
David Gardiner
David Macciocca
Debra Holmquest
Diana Leavis
Don Ransom
Doris Denny
Eileen Leavis
Harry Van Der Zalm
Ian Botterill
Ian Keech
Jack Hambridge
James Mitchell
Jason Thistlethwait
John Lynam
John Walgers
John Raward
John Holmquest
John Wren
John Pearce
Judith Davis
Karen Salisbury
Kathleen Settle
Kay Dowsett
Kaye Gilbert
Mervyn Hoskins
Michael Reinmuth
Michael Laskowski
Neil Carter
Noelene McKernan
Norman Craven-Griffiths
Patricia Raward
Patricia Baker
Paul Baker
Paul Anderson
Paul Davies
Peter Mewett
Peter Fitzpatrick
Peter Dickson
Peter Watler
Peter Leavis
Phil Murphy
Sidney Bird
Stephen McKernan
Steven Settle
Stewart Duncan
Terence Foley
Thomas Brittain
Tom Lusch
Trevor Deering
Trevor Edwards
Valerie O’Phee
Valerie West
Vivienne Miles
Walter Kerr
Wayne Catchlove
William Leavis
Yvonne Breitkreutz
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COACHES CLUB
PLAYER SPONSOR
Adam Dwyer
Alex McFarlane
Dare Power
David Moloney
Ian Vinson
James Matson
Peter Promnitz
Peter Byrne
Adam Purvis
Alex Cheers
Alicia Peterson
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Eamon Walkley
Erica Nielsen
Kevin Wise
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Kim Lamb
Mick Ohlin
Neil Butler
Nola Adam
Andrew Webb
David Wright
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Kim Lamb
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Dianne Collins
Judi Coakley
Phillip Scott
Andrew Killen
Andrew Brindley
Fred Wolbers
Garry Edwards
Leah Williams
Leanne Neumann
Peter Hopkinson
Peter Ryan
Angela Tew
Annette Sains
Barbara Stone
Frances McGuane
Frank Crea
Frank Sarri
Kim Lamb
Leo Dynes
Leslie Mackee
Robert Kennedy
Russell Cosier
Shirley McGuane
Annette Rawson
Anthony Drapos
Barry Hudson
Benjamin Thompson
Bette-Anne Swanson
Gary Glover
Gavin Miller
Geoff Lewin
Geoffrey Forsaith
Glen Bowley
Leslie Mackee
Linda Williamson
Linda Grutt
Lindsay Johnson
Lioness Pride
Peter Garriga
Peter Hulett
Peter Hopkinson
Phil Scott
Richard Poole
Brendan Ballarine
Gary Dawson
Malcolm Wulf
Sue Kennedy
Betty Sinnott
Bev Warren
Glenda Burke
Graeme Mackee
Lionhearts
Louise Koupiansky
Rod Brinkley
Roger East
Cameron Sims
Geoff Best
Margaret Harris
Suzanne Abbott
BigFooty
Bill Nielsen
Greg James
Harry ‘The Cat’
Luke Karafilowski
Madyson Lang
Ross Temby
Shane Harrop
Cameron Foote
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Carlos Batista
Corey Harrison
Glen McKenzie
Glenda Burke
Graeme Mackee
Greg McDonald
Margaret Harris
Matthew Howe
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Nola Fidler
Therese McMahon
Billy Lang
Brisbane Lions Sunshine
Coast Supporters Group
Bruce Keen
Carolyn Robinson
Charlotte Cottier
Cherie Wilkins
Chris Psarros
Chris Ryan
Chris Walkley
Claire Cameron
Colin Gray
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Sponsorship Team
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MEMBER’S
MONTH
VICTORIAN
MEMBERS
MEMBERS WHO ATTENDED EVERY HOME GAME AT
THE GABBA WERE REWARDED WITH AN EXCLUSIVE
BEHIND THE SCENES MEET AND GREET.
VICTORIAN MEMBERS WERE RECOGNISED AND
REWARDED DURING THE ROUND 16 CLASH VS
MELBOURNE AT THE MCG AS PART OF OUR
ANNUAL VICTORIAN MEMBERS ROUND.
The whole month of August was declared
Members’ Month by the Club, as a way to
thank them for their loyalty and support in 2015,
with prizes and experiences given away to a
member each day.
To complement this, Members’ Round in Round
23 v Bulldogs was all about our members, with
a range of member exclusive activities and
promotions including a Member-Only Open
Training Session, Guard of Honour as the team
ran out, Member Coin Toss, half-time Lap of
Honour, Junior Member Scavenger Hunt, lucky
door prizes at Gate 9 and player visits at the
Members Bar. In total, 225 members were
rewarded with a prize or experience throughout
the month of August and Members Round.
As part of the members’ attendance program,
22 members who attended every home game
at the Gabba were rewarded with an exclusive
behind the scenes meet and greet experience
with players following the Lions’ exciting Round
23 victory over the Western Bulldogs. These
members got to watch the team sing the Club
song, meet with the players in the dressing room
after the match, and were also presented with
a match-worn signed Guernsey by a playing
player, as a token of their loyalty and support.
50 Loyal Lion members were selected at random
to form a pre-game Guard of Honour and were
granted the rare opportunity to stand on the
hallowed MCG turf and cheer the team on as
they ran through the banner. The recognition
didn’t stop there either, with five lucky members
invited into the ‘inner sanctum’ after the match
to receive a signed guernsey from one of the
players. Captain Tom Rockliff, Dayne Zorko,
Daniel Rich, Pearce Hanley and Jed Adcock all
made time post-game to personally thank each
of the five lucky members for their unwavering
commitment to the Club.
The Brisbane Lions would like to thank all of
its 25,452 members in 2015 for their continued
support this year, and we look forward to
seeing you all again in 2016!
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BRISBANE LIONS
AWARD HISTORY
GET TO YOUR LOCAL AND GRAB
A GET TASTE TO OF YOUR PREMIERSHIP LOCAL AND GRAB GLORY
A GET TASTE TO OF YOUR PREMIERSHIP LOCAL AND GRAB GLORY
A TASTE OF PREMIERSHIP GLORY
CLUB BROWNLOW
MEDALLISTS
The Brownlow Medal has been awarded to the
best and fairest player in the home-and-away
competition since 1924.
1931 Haydn Bunton (Fitzroy)
1932 Haydn Bunton (Fitzroy)
1933 Wilfred Smallhorn (Fitzroy)
1935 Haydn Bunton (Fitzroy)
1936 Denis Ryan (Fitzroy)
1950 Allan Ruthven (Fitzroy)
1969 Kevin Murray (Fitzroy)
1981 Bernie Quinlan (Fitzroy)
1996 Michael Voss (Bears)
2001 Jason Akermanis (Lions)
2002 Simon Black (Lions)
AFL RISING STAR
The AFL Rising Star has been awarded to the
most talented young player since 1993.
1993 Nathan Buckley (BB)
1994 Chris Scott (BB)
2009 Daniel Rich (BL)
2014 Lewis Taylor (BL)
JOHN COLEMAN MEDAL /
LEADING GOAL KICKER
The Coleman Medal has been awarded to the
leading goal-kicker since 1955. The Leading
Goal-Kicker Medal was previously awarded to
the leading goal-kicker up until 1954.
1915 Jimmy Freake (Fitz) – 65 goals
1924 Jack Moriarty (Fitz) – 75 goals
1983 Bernie Quinlan (Fitz) – 106 goals
1984 Bernie Quinlan (Fitz) – 102 goals
2007 Jonathan Brown (BL) – 77 goals
NORM SMITH MEDAL
The Norm Smith Medal has been awarded to
the player voted best on ground in the Grand
Final since 1979.
2001 Shaun Hart (BL)
2003 Simon Black (BL)
AFL PLAYERS’ ASSOCIATION MVP
AFLPA members have voted annually since
1982 for the player among their peers they
consider worthy of such honour.
1986 Paul Roos (Fitz)
2002 Michael Voss (BL)
2003 Michael Voss (BL)
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BRISBANE LIONS HONOUR ROLL
YEAR CHAIRMAN CEO COACH/ES CAPTAIN/S POS CLUB CHAMPION/S MOST GOALS
1997 Noel Gordon Andrew Ireland John Northey Michael Voss & Alastair Lynch 8th Matthew Clarke Justin Leppitsch (50)
1998 Noel Gordon Andrew Ireland John Northey & Roger Merrett Michael Voss & Alastair Lynch 16th Chris Scott Justin Leppitsch (26)
1999 Alan Piper Andrew Ireland Leigh Matthews Michael Voss & Alastair Lynch 4th Jason Akermanis & Justin Leppitsch Jarrod Molloy (44)
2000 Graeme Downie Andrew Ireland Leigh Matthews Michael Voss & Alastair Lynch 5th Michael Voss Alastair Lynch (68)
2001 Graeme Downie Andrew Ireland Leigh Matthews Michael Voss 1st Michael Voss & Simon Black Alastair Lynch (58)
2002 Graeme Downie Michael Bowers Leigh Matthews Michael Voss 1st Simon Black Alastair Lynch (74)
2003 Graeme Downie Michael Bowers Leigh Matthews Michael Voss 1st Michael Voss Alastair Lynch (78)
2004 Graeme Downie Michael Bowers Leigh Matthews Michael Voss 2nd Nigel Lappin Jason Akermanis (44)
2005 Graeme Downie Michael Bowers Leigh Matthews Michael Voss 11th Jason Akermanis Daniel Bradshaw (42)
2006 Tony Kelly Michael Bowers Leigh Matthews Michael Voss 13th Simon Black Daniel Bradshaw (59)
2007 Tony Kelly Michael Bowers Leigh Matthews
Jonathan Brown, Simon Black, Luke
Power, Chris Johnson & Nigel Lappin
10th Jonathan Brown Jonathan Brown (77)
2008 Tony Kelly Michael Bowers Leigh Matthews
Jonathan Brown, Simon Black, Luke
Power & Nigel Lappin
10th Jonathan Brown Daniel Bradshaw (75)
2009 Tony Kelly Michael Bowers Michael Voss Jonathan Brown 6th Jonathan Brown Jonathan Brown (85)
2010 Tony Kelly Michael Bowers Michael Voss Jonathan Brown 13th Michael Rischitelli Jonathan Brown (53)
2011 Angus Johnson Malcolm Holmes Michael Voss Jonathan Brown 15th Tom Rockliff Mitch Clark (27)
2012 Angus Johnson Malcolm Holmes Michael Voss Jonathan Brown 13th Joel Patfull Jonathan Brown (47)
2013 Angus Johnson Malcolm Holmes Michael Voss & Mark Harvey Jonathan Brown & Jed Adcock 12th Joel Patfull Jonathan Brown (28)
2014 Bob Sharpless Malcolm Holmes & Greg Swann Justin Leppitsch Jed Adcock 15th Tom Rockliff Josh Green (33)
2015 Bob Sharpless Greg Swann Justin Leppitsch Tom Rockliff 17th Dayne Beams
ALL AUSTRALIAN / TEAM OF THE YEAR
At the end of the 1953 Australian Football Carnival in Adelaide, the first official All Australian team was selected from the best performed players. The practice continued after each such series until the 1988 Bicentenary Carnival in Adelaide.
In 1982, the first AFL team of the year was chosen by the Victorian selectors. With the development of the national competition, the concept was changed slightly and in 1991 the first AFL All Australian team was selected.
1958 Owen Abrahams (Fitzroy), Kevin Murray (Fitzroy)
1979 Garry Wilson (Fitzroy)
1980 Garry Wilson (Fitzroy)
1983 Bernie Quinlan (Fitzroy), Matthew Rendell (Fitzroy)
1984 Bernie Quinlan (Fitzroy), Ross Thornton (Fitzroy)
1985 Gary Pert (Fitzroy), Paul Roos (Fitzroy)
1986 Gary Pert (Fitzroy), Paul Roos (Fitzroy)
1987 Matthew Campbell (Bears), Matthew Rendell (Fitzroy), Paul Roos (Fitzroy)
1988 Darren Kappler (Fitzroy), Mark Mickan (Bears), Mark Mickan (Bears)
1989 Gary Pert (Fitzroy)
1991 Paul Roos (Fitzroy)
1992 Paul Roos (Fitzroy)
1993 Alastair Lynch (Fitzroy)
1996 Craig Lambert (Bears), Michael Voss (Bears)
1999 Jason Akermanis, Justin Leppitsch, Michael Voss
2001 Jason Akermanis, Simon Black, Nigel Lappin, Michael Voss
2002 Jason Akermanis, Simon Black, Chris Johnson, Nigel Lappin, Justin Leppitsch, Michael Voss (captain)
2003 Nigel Lappin, Justin Leppitsch, Michael Voss (captain)
2004 Jason Akermanis, Simon Black, Chris Johnson, Nigel Lappin, Luke Power
2007 Jonathan Brown (vice-captain)
2009 Jonathan Brown
2015 Tom Rockliff
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+ Deceased (Brackets indicate year of induction)
- COMPLETE LIST OF LIFE MEMBERS -
Abrahams, O + (1963)
Campbell, G (1964)
Dickinson, I + (1982)
Hearn, M + (1944)
Knight, G (1966)
Michael, M (2015)
Power, L (2006)
Thompson, AJ (1979)
Adcock, J (2013)
Cant, WG + (1923)
Dixon, KJ (1980)
Henderson, R (1962)
Lambert, C (2010)
Millen, RH + (1922)
Price, N + (1964)
Thompson, Ms D (1987)
Akermanis, J (2004)
Champion, R
Downie, PG (2007)
Heron, P + (1921)
Lambert, G + (1918)
Millis, A + (1907)
Quinlan, B (1983)
Thornton, R (1989)
Allan, G (2013)
Chandler, DJ + (1920)
Dredge, E + (1934)
Hickey, CM + (1910)
Lappin, N (2003)
Minogue, E + (1969)
Rappiport, H + (1896)
Tolliday, M (2009)
Amey, F + (1963)
Charman, J (2011)
Duncan, Mrs L + (1987)
Hillard, N + (1947)
Lawrie, G (1987)
Mitchell, PJ + (1945)
Rattray, G + (1938)
Toms, GA + (1896)
Archdeacon, M + (1932)
Clay, AH + (1949)
Eaton, A + (1940)
Hingston, EJ + (1979)
Lenne, H + (1919)
Moloney, J + (1990)
Rendell, M (1990)
Toohey, J Snr + (1938)
Ashcroft, M
Clayton, SC (1990)
Eaton, RJ + (1951)
Holden, G + (1917)
Leppitsch, J (2002)
Monaghan, L + (1946)
Ritchie, DS + (1942)
Toyne, Dr AH + (1981)
Atkinson, J + (1953)
Cleary, W + (1896)
Edwards, AP + (1945)
Hook, G + (1970)
Lethbridge, C + (1922)
Moore, J + (1981)
Rodriquez, L + (1993)
Trevena, H + (1934)
Aylward, A + (1980)
Clota, M + (1920)
Elliott, J +
Hornsby, OC + (1945)
Lockens, R (2008)
Moriarty, G + (1902)
Roos, P (1991)
Vernon, R (1963)
Baird, HW + (1917)
Coates, G + (1966)
Ellis, C (1987)
Hughson, F + (1947)
Lowe, B
Moriarty, J + (1933)
Ross, K + (1959)
Voss, M (2001)
Bamford, F + (1920)
Cockram, N + (1934)
Elms, K (1985)
Hughson, M + (1946)
Liddy, D (2011)
Mudie, R + (1964)
Ruthven, A + (1949)
Walker, W + (1912)
Banks, T + (1896)
Coles, T + (1932)
Fergie, C + (1924)
Ireland, A + (1968)
Lynch, A
Murphy, JF (1976)
Ryan, D + (1946)
Wall, DA (1976)
Banks, WH + (1897)
Collopy, G +
Findlay, Mrs E (1995)
Ireland, Andrew (2004)
Lyon, R (1995)
Murray, DT + (1945)
Sayer, M + (1971)
Walls, R (2012)
Barker, L + (1940)
Conlan, M (1986)
Fletcher, R + (1933)
Irwin, WE (1979)
Mackay, J + (1943)
Murray, K (1964)
Scott, B (2006)
Walsh, RL + (1951)
Barnes, W + (1974)
Cooke, AF + (1971)
Fontaine, F + (1908)
Jackson, FH + (1942)
Maddison, L +
Nash, Ms L (2014)
Scott, C (2003)
Ward, R (2014)
Best, R + (1908)
Coomer, G + (1964)
Fraser, Dr JG (1975)
Jarvis, N + (1953)
Matthews, L (2008)
Notting, T (2006)
Searl, D (1978)
Webb, K (1963)
Bibby, FV (1978)
Cooper, J + (1915)
Freake, J + (1921)
Jenkin, H + (1925)
McCormick, A +
O’Dee, AH + (1931)
Serafini, L (1986)
Wells, L + (1966)
Black, S (2007)
Cormack, TN + (1894)
Freeman, W + (1957)
Jenkins, E + (1906)
McCracken, G + (1953)
O’Donnell, JF + (1975)
Sharpe, AT + (1941)
West, Dr V + (1990)
Bowen, T + (1955)
Costigan, Dr F + (1964)
Furness, D + (1958)
Johnson, A (2014)
McCrae, I (1985)
O’Heare, MJF + (1924)
Sharp, J + (1938)
White, AC + (1961)
Bradshaw, D (2005)
Cox, LH (1981)
Gale, A + (1957)
Johnson, C (2003)
McGrath, A (2010)
Ongarello, T (1961)
Shaw, G + (1920)
White, D (2001)
Bransgrove, EA + (1942)
Coyne, L (2001)
Gillespie-Jones, A + (1946)
Johnson, M + (2004)
McIvor, S
Osborne, R (1991)
Shearwood, A +
Wiegard, L (1986)
Brennan, NH + (1975)
Crawford, I (1985)
Goad, A (1983)
Johnson, T + (1972)
McLennan, HF + (1916)
Padley, BG (1976)
Simpson, J + (1896)
Wigraft, L + (1926)
Bromage, S + (1987)
Crosby, T (1977)
Goodger, E (1958)
Johnson, W + (1916)
McMahon, D (1982)
Parer, Dr PA + (1923)
Sloan, AB + (1898)
Williams, F + (1937)
Brosnan, G + (1910)
Crow, R (1972)
Gordon, N
Johnstone, N + (1953)
McMahon, J + (1903)
Park, W + (1904)
Slocum, R + (1966)
Williams, T + (1937)
Brown, NJ (1971)
Curcio, F + (1942)
Gray, JR + (1929)
Joseph, EA + (1973)
McMaster, L + (1951)
Parratt, P + (1917)
Smallhorn, W + (1939)
Williams, W + (1955)
Brown, J (2009)
Curtin, C + (1949)
Green, ME + (1922)
Keane, Dr AC + (1949)
McMichael, S + (1912)
Parsons, AK + (1978)
Smart, G + (1996)
Wilson, AJ (1977)
Buckley, J + (1946)
Dalton, JG + (1908)
Hancock, J (1993)
Keating, C (2006)
McRae, C (2004)
Pearce, J (2008)
Smith, C (1982)
Wilson, GA (1980)
Buist, E.J + (1920)
Dare, NB (1980)
Hannah, W + (1940)
Kelly, T (2010)
McShane, GP + (1896)
Pert, B (1963)
Smith, I (2015)
Wood, A + (1943)
Butler, H + (1957)
Davey, C + (1968)
Harrington, D + (1966)
Kennedy, M
McSpeerin, W + (1903)
Pert, G (1991)
Smith, JF + (1921)
Worn, Mrs D (1996)
Cairncross, I (1993)
Dawson, H + (1940)
Harris, L (1988)
Kerrigan, J + (1896)
Meese, H + (1963)
Phelan, LJ + (1947)
Smith, L + (1951)
Worrall, J + (1896)
Calverley, B + (1945)
Dawson, KE + (1974)
Hart, E + (1950)
Kettle, J (1954)
Melling, E + (1896)
Phillips, Ms A + (1996)
Soligo, L (1996)
Wright, K + (1961)
Calverley, D (1959)
Del Sarte, LZ + (1906)
Hart, S
Key, EK + (1974)
Merrett, D (2013)
Pike, M (2015)
Stephen, WJ (1956)
Zuker, D (1974)
Calverley, G (1994)
Denning, C + (1947)
Harvey, E + (1953)
Kiernan, C + (1915)
Merrett, R (1996)
Piper, A +
Stuchbery, W + (1964)
Cameron, C + (1946)
Descrimes, P + (1907)
Harvey, R + (1963)
King, R Snr + (1917)
Merrigan, H (1978)
Porter, OR + (1945)
Swallow, A + (1968)
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