NEWSLETTER OF DROMANA FOOTBALL & NETBALL CLUB

DELAYED 2020 SEASON EDITION Website: www.dromanatigers.com.au Email: club@dromanatigers.com.au

THESE ARE THE 2020 RECRUITS: We hope to see them compete for Dromana later in the year.

ETHAN BRYAN RED HILL

On March 17th the following information was released: Due to the increasing threat of coronavirus (Covid-19) to the broader communityconsistent with the advice from the AFL, has made the informed decision to delay the start of all football and netball competitions and programs under its governance until after June 1.Our position will be reviewed around May 11 and applies to competitions and programs managed by AFLSE.

The delayed start to the season includes a ban on training and practice matchimmediately. Umpire Training has already been suspended across the AFLSE Region until further notice. Key operational staff are currently working through different scenarios on how the season may look – with the well-being of all participants and the integrity of the competition at the forefront of mind. In addition, all face-to-face league meetings and forums have been postponed until further notice. The relevant Operational Staff will provide details for each of the meetings well in advance

AARON MILLER MT. ELIZA

CANCELLED/POSTPONED EVENTS SO FAR:

• 2nd

PRACTICE MATCH

• SEASON LAUNCH

• LIFE MEMBERS’ DINNER

• 2019 PREMIERSHIP FLAG RAISING

• EASTER COTERIE GROUP LUNCHEON

• ANZAC DAY BBQ

• PRINTED EDITIONS OF TIGER TALK

CALLUM WOODS STH. MORNINGTON

During these difficult and constantly changing times, we encourage our supporters to follow developments on the club’s website, Facebook page and Teamapp. Most importantly, stay safe and healthy!!! HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE FOOTY SOMETIME IN 2020.

GABE NOCELLARYE

NELSON FORREST PEN. OLD BOYS

WILL HARBINSON PEN. OLD BOYS

EDDIE SWAN MT. ELIZA

MATT LEE

NARRE WARREN

NEWSLETTER OF DROMANA FOOTBALL & NETBALL CLUB

SEASON EDITION club@dromanatigers.com.au

: We hope to see them compete for Dromana later in the year.

19) to the broader community, AFL South East, to delay the start of all

netball competitions and programs under its governance until after June 1. and applies to competitions and programs

The delayed start to the season includes a ban on training and practice matches, effective immediately. Umpire Training has already been suspended across the AFLSE Region until further

Key operational staff are currently working through different scenarios on how the season s and the integrity of the competition at the forefront

face league meetings and forums have been postponed until further notice. The relevant Operational Staff will provide details for each of the meetings well in advance.

During these difficult and constantly changing times, we encourage our supporters to follow developments on the club’s website, Facebook page and

Most importantly, stay safe and healthy!!! HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE FOOTY SOMETIME IN 2020.

GABE NOCELLA JON RISTROM MT. ELIZA

NARRE WARREN

MARK WHITEHEAD FRANKSTON YCW

SEEN AROUND THE GROUND Mitchell Musticone - has joined Dromana U19’s “because Pa (Lindsay Edgerton) played here.”

Billy Geurts, ‘loitering’ at the back of Dromana’s team huddle at the practice match v Collingwood VFL. Was he spying or just feeling homesick???

‘Step and Son’ Mick Stepanavicius and his son Tim played together in the Reserves at the practice match v Diamond Creek.

Also seen at that match, were recently retired coaches, Rikki Johnston and Daniel Maestrale.

LOTS OF THUMBS UP!!To a very memberGroup who heavily subsidised the cost of the bus to the first practice match.

To the took us to Collingwood, who was pleasant, patient and obliging. Perhaps it was because of the following:

To thetravelled on their good behaviour, manners and willingness to help with loading and carrying equipment.

To new trainer Harriswonderful photos on the day, some of which are seen here.

To for sourcing sausages and hamburgers and to Russel Heggengenerosity and hard work selling them at the practice match v Diamond Creek.

To all our incredible sponsorsto support us during this very difficult time!! Your faith in teventually be rewarded.

HEARD AROUND THE GROUND

Mitch Heggen after the practice match v Collingwood VFL, “The first hit out never gets any easier.”

Danny Vance “It’s been about 5 years since I’ve played. That’s a long time between kicks!” Gary Ferguson, “How many times are they allowed to handle the ball before we have to sterilise it? When the USB with last year’s Grand Final stopped unexpectedly 7 minutes into the last quarter, Philip said “Oh no, now I don’t know who won!”

It must have been Karma when Hastings seconds captain Jayden Regan caught Bluhm on 99 during the cricket season. His aggressive sledging saw him end up in hospital with a dislocated jaw!

Mark & Ruth Crawshaw returned from their cruise to New Zealand & immediately went into self isolation until 2nd April. Good to know they are now ‘out and about’ & healthy!!

LOTS OF THUMBS UP!!

To a very generous member of the Coterie Group who heavily subsidised the cost of the bus to the first practice match.

To the bus driver who took us to Collingwood, who was pleasant, patient and obliging. Perhaps it was because of the following:

To the players who travelled on the bus for their good behaviour, manners and willingness to help with loading and carrying equipment.

To new trainer Julianne Harris, who took some wonderful photos on the day, some of which are seen here.

To Mick McLoughlin for sourcing sausages and hamburgers and to Russel Heggen for his generosity and hard work selling them at the practice match v Diamond Creek.

To all our incredible sponsors, who continue to support us during this very difficult time!! Your faith in the club will eventually be rewarded.

It must have been Karma when Hastings seconds captain Jayden Regan caught Jeff ‘Rooster’

on 99 during the cricket season. His aggressive sledging saw him end up in hospital with a located jaw!

B Grade B&F - Sophie Driscoll Runner Up - Maggie Alford Most Determined - Elise Hunter Coach’s Award - Shaye Fitzpatrick

Finals Player - Liz Edwards

D Grade B&F - Mackenzie Cochrane Runner Up - Tahlia Walter Most Determined - Kylie Johnson Coach’s Award - Jessie DeLuca Finals Player - Mackenzie Cochrane

DFNC 2018 FOOTBALL 1st XVIII – 2nd Division Premiers 2nd XVIII – Finalists

DFNC 2019 FOOTBALL 1st XVIII – 1st Division Premiers

DJFNC 2018 FOOTBALL U11 Football – Premiers U14 Football – Finalists U16 Football - Premiers

DJFNC 2019 FOOTBALL U11 Football – Premiers - Marcus Prasad League B & F U14 Football – Finalists U15 Football – Finalists U16 Football – Finalists - Jack Slattery League B & F U17 Football – Finalists - Adam Harris League B & F

DFNC 2018 NETBALL B Grade Netball – Finalists C Grade Netball – Grand Finalists D Grade Netball – Finalists U17 Netball - Finalists

DFNC 2019 NETBALL A Grade Netball – Finalists Emily Wilson joint winner League B & F B Grade Netball – Finalists D Grade Netball - Finalists

DROMANA CRICKET CLUB 2018/19 1st XI – Sub – District Premiers 3rd XI – Grand Finalists

A Grade B&F - Emily Wilson Runner Up - Rivvy Walter Most Determined - Sila Seeto Coach’s Award- Tash Petroff Finals’ Player - Laura Hopkins

C Grade B&F - Emma Drinkwater Runner Up - Georgia Geurts Most Determined - Caitlin Hesseltine Coach’s Award - Belinda Ingram

U17 U17-Mornington B&F - Tahlia Walter B&F - Grace Liszka Runner Up - Maddie Gould Runner Up - Maggie Bitton Most Determined - Jemma Radings Most Determined - Alana Corvan Coach’s Award - Phoebe Spargo Coach’s Award - Evie Kelly

Netball Club Champion - Shaye Fitzpatrick

Sharpshooter - Sam Silvester 100 NETBALL GAMES:

• Caitlin Hesseltine

• Ellie Williamson

• Clorinda Siemienowcz

• Rivvy Walter

PRESENTATION NIGHT was held at Safety Beach Yacht Club on Saturday 7th October. It was a wonderful venue and a great night with lots of deserving winners.

SENIORS B&F - Terry Wheeler Runner Up - Sam Geurts Most Consistent - Sam Fowler Most Determined - Matt Gahan Coach’s Award - Rohan Bleeker Coal Kicking - Sam Fowler Best Finals Player - Jay Hutchinson Balcony Award - Andrew Howison

RESERVES B&F - Matt Chambers Runner Up - Sam Childs Most Consistent - Sean Ross Most Determined - Lachlan Oliver Coach’s Award - Jordan Derrick Most Improved - Lachlan Sweetman

UNDER 19’S B&F - Kayne Gipp Runner Up - Ben Tovey Most Consistent - Jon McGennisken Most Determined - Ben Tovey Coach’s Award - Ash Leyden-Kosikas Most Improved - Spencer Gubbins Best 1st Year - Jack Presti Most Dedicated Trainer - Lachlan Star

PLAYERS’ PLAYERS Terry Wheeler (seniors) Belinda Ingram, (netball), Matt Chambers (reserves) and Kayne Gipp (U 19)

OTHER INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENTS IN 2019 CLUB PERSON OF THE YEAR – Theresa Stelling

MILESTONE FOOTBALL GAMES • Sam Geurts - 100 games

• Daniel Gibbs - 175 games

• Terry Wheeler - 150 games

• Heath Burris - 100 games

LEAGUE AWARDS: • NETBALL: B&F A Grade Emily Wilson & Team of the Year G.A.

• FOOTBALL: Goal of the Year: Ethan Johnstone

• Div 1 Team of the Year: Coach - Rikki Johnston

• Half Back - Terry Wheeler, Forward Pocket - Sam Fowler, I/C - Sam Geurts

At the major raffle, Mark became the proud owner of the signed football which was auctioned on the day.

CONDOLENCES TO THE HOGAN FAMILY Written by Roger Spaull, on behalf of DFNC Board,

players, members and supporters.

The Board of Management, players, memsupporters of DFNC would like to convey their condolences and deepest sympathies to former star midfielder, Liam Hogan and his family, on the sad passing of his father Kevin, November 5, 2019.

“From grassroots clubs to the Sydney Swans, hundreds of mourners have paid tribute to former South Melbourne footballer Kevin Hogan OAM. The softly spoken ABC Gippsland broadcaster and sports writer for the Gippsland Times will be remembered as a

gentleman, who touched the lives of many over his 70-year sporting career. Mr Hogan, 85, died peacefully in the eastern Victorian town of Sale on Melbourne Cup Day.” Source: ABC Radio news.

Kevin played 63 games with South Melbourne (195460); and later became a legendary figure at Sale FC and throughout Gippsland for his wide and dedicated involvement in country sport. DFNC was most honoured when Kevin came to watch Liam and the Tigers in action in 2013 and he met with players and officials after the game.

Furthermore, regarding his interest in Dromana FC, Kevin compiled a stunning photo album of the 2013 DFNC premiership victory over Sorrento for Liam which has become a much cherished pothe Hogan family. R.I.P – Kevin Hogan 1934

VALE Clinton Holmes son ofpassed away in January of MND. When we play Red Hill it is for the ‘Bluey’ Holmes trophy to commemorate his time with both clubs.

It is with great regret that the club notes the passing of Kerry Kendall ex Club Trainer and father of our 1994/5 Senior Coach Glen. Condolences to Lorraine and family.

DROMANA COTERIE GROUP

An exciting new group has been formed to promote and assist the Board with the running of the club. Their slogan ‘Keeping the Tigers Roaring’ says it all. To find out more about how you can join and help the club, contact The President, Allen Minchington on 0418 725 465 or by email kaye.allen@hotmail.com, Vice President Steve Vosti 0404 813 972 or Secretary Bruce Smethurst 0428 080 826. They would love to have you in this innovative group.

PHOTOS V COLLINGWOOD VFL On Thursday 13th February a squad of our players attended the Holden Centre for a training session and a practice match against Collingwood VFL. It was a tough hit out, but much was learned and it was great to see Mitch Cook while Judi and Val looked tiny beside Travis Cloke.

CONDOLENCES TO THE HOGAN FAMILY Written by Roger Spaull, on behalf of DFNC Board,

players, members and supporters.

The Board of Management, players, members and supporters of DFNC would like to convey their condolences and deepest sympathies to former star midfielder, Liam Hogan and his family, on the sad passing of his father Kevin, November 5, 2019.

“From grassroots clubs to the Sydney Swans, hundreds of mourners have paid tribute to former South Melbourne footballer Kevin Hogan OAM. The softly spoken ABC Gippsland broadcaster and sports writer for the Gippsland Times will be remembered as a

n, who touched the lives of many over his year sporting career. Mr Hogan, 85, died

peacefully in the eastern Victorian town of Sale on Source: ABC Radio news.

Kevin played 63 games with South Melbourne (1954-60); and later became a legendary figure at Sale FC and throughout Gippsland for his wide and dedicated involvement in country sport. DFNC was most honoured when Kevin came to watch Liam and the

ction in 2013 and he met with players and

Furthermore, regarding his interest in Dromana FC, Kevin compiled a stunning photo album of the 2013 DFNC premiership victory over Sorrento for Liam which has become a much cherished possession of

Kevin Hogan 1934-2019.

son of “Bluey’ Holmes passed away in January of MND. Note: When we play Red Hill it is for the ‘Bluey’ Holmes trophy to commemorate his time

It is with great regret that the club notes the passing of ex Club Trainer and father of our

1994/5 Senior Coach Glen. Condolences to Lorraine

I’m normally a social girl; I love to meet my mates But lately with the virus here, we can’t go out the gates.

You see, we are the ‘oldies’ now, we need to stay inside If they haven’t seen us for a while, they’ll think we’ve upped and died.

They’ll never know the things we did, before we got this old There wasn’t any Facebook, so not everything was told.

We may seem sweet old ladies, who would never be uncouth But we grew up in the 60s - if you only knew the truth!

There was sex and drugs and rock’n’roll, the pill and miniskirts We smoked, we drank, we partied, and were quite outrageous flirts.

Then we settled down, got married, and turned into someone’s mum, Somebody’s wife, then nana, who on earth did we become?

We didn’t mind the change of pace, because our lives were full But to bury us before we’re dead is like a red rag to a bull!

So here you find me stuck inside, for 4 weeks, maybe more I finally found myself again, then I had to close the door!

It didn’t really bother me; I’d while away the hour I’d bake for all the family, but I’ve got no bloody flour!

Now Netflix is just wonderful, I like a gutsy thriller I’m swooning over Idris, or some random sexy killer.

But at least I’ve got a stash of booze, for when I’m being idle There’s wine and whisky, even gin, if I’m feeling suicidal!

So let’s all drink to lockdown, to recovery and health And hope this bloody virus, doesn’t decimate our wealth.

We’ll all get through the crisis, and be back to join our mates Just hoping I’m not far too wide, to fit through the flaming gates!

Grace Fanning