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CONTENTS

2 PRESIDENT AND CEO’S MESSAGES4 FROM THE COACH Mark Neeld reflects on his first year at the helm

6 FOOTBALL REVIEW Revisiting the on-field action and movements of

Season 2012

9 NEIL CRAIG After a year in the Football Department, Neil Craig

looks ahead

10 NATHAN JONES – BEST AND FAIREST In a difficult season, Nathan Jones stood tall

12 CASEY 2012 Paul Satterley reviews the Scorpions for Season

2012

14 THE TWO OF US Cousins Jeremy Howe and Matthew Wade share

their stories

16 COMMUNITY The Club’s off-field activities continue to take shape

18 RECIPES FOR SUCCESS Forget the hot pies, find out some of the players’

favourite recipes

20 HOWE HIGH Mark of the Year winner Jeremy Howe reviews his

victory

23 FUN FACTS24 REMEMBERING JIM We pay tribute and recall the special life and times

of Jim Stynes

26 TRIBUTES Farewell to Ray Jordon and Dudley Phillips

27 DEPARTURES AND CONGRATULATIONS28 JACK WATTS Watts goes back and moves forward

30 FREE AGENCY AND TRADE

32 ROUND BY ROUND

34 CORPORATE HOSPITALITY ANDMELBOURNE BUSINESS COMMUNITY

35 STAFF LIST

36 BEQUESTS

37 FOUNDATION HEROES

40 CORPORATE PARTNERS AND CONTRIBUTORS

42 CLUB HISTORY

44 TOP FIVE – JACK GRIMES ANDJACK TRENGOVE

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MELBOURNE FOOTBALL CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS, SEASON 2012

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Season 2012 has been a trying one for all, from which we have emerged with a renewed sense of purpose and endeavour.

From the President - Don McLardyFROM THE PRESIDENT

PresidentDon McLardy

Byrnes, Cameron Pedersen, Jesse Hogan and Dominic Barry marks a new generation of determination and success. While greeting them, we thank those loyal servants – players and staff alike – who have moved on. We wish them well, and assure them they will always be considered part of the Melbourne Football Club.

Many members and supporters have had their commitment to our great club tested. As President, many have expressed views to me regarding expectations of our club, and what is required for success. These have been listened to, and we are on an aggressive, uncompromising path that will test many within our club. It will be difficult, but we will not waver until we once again have a club that we can all be proud to be part of.

We look forward to your continuing support.

We have battled numerous off field issues in 2012. How we have dealt with

these has been to the credit of all involved. We have strong systems in place, and despite our on field year, are looking forward to posting a small operating profit this financial year. Our CEO, Cameron Schwab, and the Club’s management and administrative staff, must be commended, given the many obstacles they have overcome.

On field, our performance could only be described as disappointing. However, players, coaches and other staff in our newly restructured football department now have a year of valuable experience and learning as a base. They are led by senior coach Mark Neeld, whose uncompromising determination to mould a hard, cohesive outfit is fully supported within the Club.

Emerging from 2012, we are stronger, and prepared for coming seasons. We have a settled team, both on and off the field, two high quality and committed major

sponsors in Opel and Webjet, and a united desire to achieve. There are many unsung contributors, ranging from my fellow board members to our dedicated band of volunteers. I thank all for helping to create a stronger Melbourne Football Club. We also owe a huge debt of gratitude to our Foundation Heroes. Those present at the beginning enabled us to clear our massive $5

million debt, and those who have since joined this group are vital to its ongoing importance.

Our members and supporters also deserve heartfelt thanks. Collective disappointment is a major driver to keep working without compromise, not take shortcuts, and maintain dedication, as nearly 36,000 of you did in 2012. Melbourne supporters convert to membership at a higher rate than any other AFL club, and the passion displayed through this commitment is unquestionable.

One of the greatest forces behind the Club’s united front was its greatest loss in 2012. With Jim Stynes’ death, we lost a friend, legend and great contributor. But he will never be entirely lost. His story is a huge part of our club. He will forever remain integral to our identity, heritage and future. Jim held great hopes for the Club, from reaching 40,000 members to celebrating that elusive thirteenth premiership. His contribution will make these ambitions even more valued once achieved.

As we approach 2013, the list is being prepared to give our players the chance to forge their own history. The arrival of the likes of Jack Viney, Chris Dawes, Shannon

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Yes, we were fi rst, a fact that we unashamedly celebrate.

Being part of a club is mostly about pride, and therefore ‘fi rst and forever’ is not just a refl ection on our heritage, it is a challenge and a demand - to be fi rst, to be the best, forever part of the storied history of our club and its legacy. In a game like ours, where team and club mean everything, that responsibility gets shared, and everyone must understand and be committed to playing their role - you simply cannot win otherwise.

The Melbourne Football Club - First and Forever. This simple statement both describes who we are and defi nes our expectations.

From the CEO - Cameron SchwabFROM THE CEO

Season 2012 for the Melbourne Football Club was a lot like that. Diffi cult, unique and complex issues were all played out in a very public way, and with a scoreboard that judged us accordingly.

We managed to add more fi rsts to our story, particularly our captains, who started the year with a combined total of around 70 AFL games, one of whom is the youngest in the history of the competition. They stood their ground, and we expected no less, for these are young men selected for more than their talent and ability. They are people you can build strong clubs around.

Yes, ‘the toughest steel is forged in the hottest oven’, and such was this season.

But, as we’ve said before, it is not our club that sets this standard, it is the competition. It is the quality of your opponent, and if you are ever in doubt as to what this looks like, take yourself to the MCG, or turn on the television, and watch the last two weeks of the fi nals. Watch the game closely - both the victor and

the vanquished - and that will tell the story.

We should expect nothing less.On the back of the players’

guernseys, there are twelve gold stars in an unfi nished circle. Each star has a story, but it is also a reminder, particularly to the players who wear the guernseys, of our clear objective to add more stars to this circle.

Foremost this year was a beautiful piece of Owen Abrahams artwork that celebrates the 1956 team as it prepares for a game. It captures an era. The team went on and won the ‘Olympic Premiership’ - our second consecutive Grand Final win, our eighth gold star - beating Collingwood by 73 points in front of over 115,000 people.

This 1956 team was inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame, and has been dubbed our ‘fi nest team of all’. It was captained by Noel McMahen, and that Grand Final would be his last game.

So great was this Melbourne era that the years preceding are almost forgotten except for those who were there. Spend time with Noel McMahen and he will remind you that, just fi ve years before, Melbourne won one game for the season, and two years later - Norm Smith’s second as

coach - they won just three games. He will also tell you that Norm only just survived as coach the next year, 1954, when in his sixth year as a VFL coach, he was yet to coach a fi nal.

Smith coached eight grand fi nals in the next eleven years, winning six premierships.

As the game changes, it also stays the same - it is indeed timeless. The fundamentals that built this great team are those that will build the next great Melbourne team.

It takes people of substance, with a plan and a belief, and the courage to stay the journey.

That is our commitment.Melbourne Football Club - First and

Forever.

Chief Executive Offi cerCameron Schwab

Setting the standards

When reflecting on my first year as a senior AFL coach, it’s fair to say it’s been a

very interesting life experience. And it’s certainly a work in progress.

After the new coaching group was formed and took its position at Melbourne, we made it very clear what we wanted to achieve.

We wanted to instill an elite level AFL attitude throughout the whole playing group and we firmly believe that development has been made in this area. We demanded high expectations and high standards, which were not for everyone. And we were fully aware of that.

Ultimately, we went through the very basics with the playing group and showed them what was required to achieve success in the AFL.

Staying strong during tough timesAlthough the wins didn’t come in 2012, we certainly made improvements in the second half of the year, particularly with the way we defended and moved the footy.

We have seen examples of AFL clubs making change for the better

and the wheel turning quickly. Already, we have seen a change in attitudes and training standards for the better. And these attitudes have continued to change for the better in the off-season.

We have a coaching group and football department which includes people from successful organizations, and they make things happen. It can take time to build, but there is still a lot of excitement around the club. It’s difficult for people who don’t see the work we’re doing every day, but we can see the way things are going.

At the moment, several clubs are heading up the same highway and are at various places. But we, as a club, have almost put up a stop sign and said ‘we will take off on the road less travelled’.

Make no mistake - we’re very confident that we’re heading in the right direction. And we’re really clear in what we’re attempting to achieve. We are setting up our players for long term futures, and decisions are being made accordingly. We are not compromising standards or the type of people we want at our club. And we’re not going to compromise on the

WE’RE ON THE RIGHT TRACKMark Neeld reflects on his first year as Melbourne senior coach and looks ahead to 2013 and beyond with enthusiasm.

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types of behaviours we want to see. During the season, we were faced

with several off-field issues that no one could’ve seen coming. The way the whole club handled those situations – from the president down – was one of high level integrity, honesty and professionalism. I couldn’t have been more pleased to be involved in a club like ours.

Rebuilding the list

We’ve started a second pre-season armed with more knowledge about what the players are capable of, and what they need to improve on.

There were decisions made on people who could come into the club and play a specific role – on and off the field. They will add to the culture.

We’ve added some potential A-grade talent in Jack Viney and Jesse Hogan. And we still hold pick No. 4 in the NAB AFL Draft, and we’ve locked away Dom Barry.

Premiership players Chris Dawes and Shannon Byrnes have been brought in, and they are going to add an enormous amount of experience to our group, having come from successful organisations. David Rodan is another important addition, given he is nearing 200 games. That trio will be important for our young group, as they will listen and learn from them and see them in action.

There is a lot of talent at the club, and we’re striving very hard to attach the work ethic and discipline required to it.

From a recruiting sense, I’ve been much more involved this year. I have been armed with a year’s worth of knowledge on every player – not just their skill set and talent, but whether mentally they can help the club.

The recruiting department was a

key area the club put extra funding into this year. Having worked with our recruiting guys for a full twelve months, I’ve got an understanding of the way they go about their jobs and the way they utilise their information, which has been outstanding.

That’s why we were able to make quick decisions on someone like Barry in the trade period. We knew where he was rated in the draft, and what he brought to the table. He was exactly the type of player we needed.

We knew that it was worth giving up picks No. 3 and No. 13 for Hogan,

and we were able to use No. 20 to help secure Dawes, who was available.

It was the first opportunity that this current coaching group has had to create a list that is going to take us forward. And we have full confidence in our list management and recruiting team.

Last year, however, we were able to have some impact in our recruiting. And already, the likes of Mitch Clark and Josh Tynan have shown they will be outstanding acquisitions for our club.

Players like James Magner and Tom Couch were also brought in last year to play straight away, which they did throughout the year.

The recent trade period showed that we had no issues with attracting players to Melbourne. It also reinforced to people that we have a plan and we’re going about it in a way where we’re not going to die wondering.

That’s why we’ve brought in Dawes, Byrnes and Rodan – we think they’re vital to our group. We want strong competitors and strong characters to be at our footy club.

The importance of DarwinIn December, we will head to

the Northern Territory for a pre-season training camp. It’s a great opportunity for the club to continue its push into the Top End.

The camp will be a tough one for the players. They’ll be put under physical and mental fatigue and it’ll be in the heat and humidity. There will be several things that we want

to achieve out of it. During the camp, we will also

focus on adding another layer to our game structures and the type of style we want to play. We will continue to drive elite standards and preparations. The Northern Territory camp will be a great opportunity for us as we continue to prepare for 2013.

Relishing the opportunity to coach

In summary, being an AFL senior coach at Melbourne is a great job. It’s something that I’ve always wanted to do, and it’s a really enjoyable task.

We’ve got a firm plan in place, and it’s fully supported by everyone at the club. That is a massive help to me, when you feel a little bit stressed, but I’m certainly not in it on my own.

The likes of Neil Craig, Dave Misson and a team of assistant coaches have been a great support to me, and have made an impact at the club which will only continue.

There is great buy-in from the club – from the board, staff and players – and that says to me that we’re going to be OK.

WE’RE ON THE RIGHT TRACK

Senior CoachMark Neeld

Make no mistake - we’re very confident that we’re heading in the right direction.

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FOOTBALL REVIEW

FOOTBALL REVIEWWords Matt Burgan

Season 2012 was undoubtedly one of Melbourne’s most challenging in recent history – perhaps in its 154 year history.

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Season 2012 was undoubtedly one of Melbourne’s most challenging in recent years –

perhaps in its 154 year history. Six seasons have passed since

Melbourne’s most recent finals campaign – and second elimination final win over St Kilda – and just 32 wins have come from Melbourne’s past 132 matches (two draws have also occurred) since round one, 2007.

Entering a new era in 2012 under former Geelong and Richmond player and 2010 Collingwood premiership assistant coach Mark Neeld, plenty of optimism was at the fore.

The acquisition of former Adelaide coach Neil Craig, who became director of sports performance and one of the country’s most successful elite performance managers, Dave Misson only added to the excitement generated by the club.

But what eventuated, particularly in the early stages of the season, was a script not even Hollywood’s finest could’ve dreamt up.

The sad passing of club great and the much-loved Jim Stynes on the eve of the season was a tough period. Stynes’ battle with cancer had been an inspiration for many – and his loss reached far beyond the football fraternity.

Several other much-publicised off-field incidents surrounded the club and took much time and energy.

It led many in the football industry to wonder if any first-time senior coach had endured as much as what

Mark Neeld had in his first few weeks at the helm.

Melbourne’s opening round loss to Brisbane Lions at the MCG was particularly disappointing, but followed up with a 108-point loss to West Coast Eagles at Patersons Stadium in round two – and the Demons were right up against it.

By round nine, the Demons were winless and another 100-plus point drubbing – this time to eventual premier, the Sydney Swans – was somewhat of a pivotal point for genuine change to occur.

Melbourne finally opened its account in round 10 when it knocked off Essendon, which was fourth on the ladder at the time, with a memorable six-point victory.

It was Neeld’s first win as Melbourne coach and the first of four for the season.

In the end, the Demons finished 16th on the ladder, in front of the Giants and Suns.

The fact Melbourne entered 2012 with the fifth youngest list in the competition and was ranked 14th out of 18 clubs in games experience wasn’t a key indicator for a sharp spike up the ladder.

And the fact the Demons had a significant injury list in 2012 made any thought of debunking the statistical games and age trend even more challenging.

The fewest players Melbourne had unavailable for one round this season was eight – against Geelong in round

six. And on just four occasions, Melbourne had single figure players unavailable.

For 14 matches in 2012, Melbourne had 12 or more players unavailable.

It certainly made an impact. Still, there were positives. Nathan Jones had his finest AFL

season and was duly rewarded with his first Keith ‘Bluey’ Truscott Memorial Trophy.

Co-captain Jack Grimes also had his best AFL season, playing all but one match, when injuries had restricted him to 32 matches in four seasons.

Tom McDonald was one of the most improved youngsters in the game, holding down a key defensive post with aplomb.

The acquisition of Mitch Clark in the 2011 trade period proved to be a massive tick for the club, until injury halted his season after round 13.

Jeremy Howe’s aerial feats were also matched by his ability to push up the ground, the reinvention of Jack Watts as a defender, before injury struck, was also a highlight and the development of speedster Sam Blease proved vital for the team’s future.

Melbourne said farewell to club great Brad Green, who retired after 254 matches – he now sits sixth for the most matches in red and blue – while 2011 club champion Brent Moloney and runner-up Jared Rivers joined Brisbane Lions and Geelong respectively as free agents.

Stefan Martin (Brisbane Lions), Cale Morton (West Coast Eagles) and

Jordan Gysberts (North Melbourne) were traded.

In making these changes, the Demons were active in the inaugural free agency and extended trade period and quickly revamped their list with a sooner rather than later climb up the ladder and still an eye to the future.

Securing 2010 Collingwood flag member Chris Dawes and dual Geelong premiership player Shannon Byrnes, 176-gamer David Rodan from Port Adelaide and 25-year-old versatile tall Cameron Pedersen from North Melbourne were important additions.

Young gun Jack Viney – the son of Demon great Todd – officially became a Dee and Northern Territorian speedster Dominic Barry was also added.

The Demons also locked away outstanding 17-year-old forward prospect Jesse Hogan, who will be eligible to join Melbourne’s primary list in 2014.

Melbourne’s list for next year will be finalised once the NAB AFL Rookie Draft has concluded on December 11.

But despite another disappointing and frustrating 2012, Neeld and his team have made its mark in the post-season activities and it will be fascinating to see how the Demons fare in 2013.

Hope has genuinely reemerged. But one thing is for sure, there

will be no stone left unturned in the pursuit of success in the Neeld era.

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Reviewing 2012, Neil Craig – Melbourne’s Director of Sports Performance – has the same

enthusiasm as his first day at the Club, just twelve months ago.

Season 2013, according to Craig, is for growth and ongoing learning. “There are areas I can see myself spending most time in over the next twelve months - continuing to work with the leadership program, and keep pushing that really hard. We also need to ramp up our coach advancement program, and part of my role is to support Mark from a mentoring point of view.”

Another part of Craig’s role is to communicate with the board. This has been integral during a season of

change. “An important aspect of my role is to communicate with the board the rationale of why things happen in the football department – that’s really important, particularly with all the changes, because the board is involved with the governance of the football club. Board members will have to sit in judgment of personnel in the football department, and it’s important that they’ve got an understanding of what goes on.” Hence, board members are invited to meetings, seeing how and why things happen as they do in the football department.

Season 2012 has tried the patience of many, yet, as Craig sees it, has been a platform for the future. “To have won four games – the immediate response is we’ve gone backwards, because the year before we won eight games. It’s time for the football department to start to produce on field. The on field performance is the end product, if you like.” With all the facilities at hand, and personnel in place, Craig is at the forefront of proceedings to reap the rewards of improved preparation and performance.

Coming from interstate and another AFL pressure cooker environment in the Adelaide Crows, the question is whether Craig knew what was waiting at Melbourne. “I knew to a certain

extent. I’ve been in environments where it’s been a losing environment for a long time – like Melbourne has – and I’ve been in environments where they’ve moved forward. It’s not easy. It requires tough decision making.” Having experienced sustained finals appearances in his time at the Crows, and having been noted for ‘ultra-competitiveness’, Craig is uncompromising.

He understands that it is a challenge of the mind as well as the training track. ‘’What you’ve got to be careful of is to never accept mediocrity. That’s a challenge when the club’s been down for a long time. Standards must be very high, expectations must remain high, and with both of those, you will - at some stage - get confrontation, because you’re trying to push really hard - the easiest option is to start accepting bad losses as not too bad. But that’s not the way to go about things.” It is definitely not the Craig way. Compassionate but up front, he has fast developed a care for the Club that makes him dedicated to its well-being, its past and its future.

On a lighter note, Craig is relishing Melbourne life, being part of “a vibrant city – there’s always something happening.” His red and blue enthusiasm is at the heart of this.

“To be associated with the Melbourne Football Club in the City of Melbourne at the MCG – I wake up, and think I’m in heaven.” He is also committed to adding to the Club’s heritage. “Those twelve premierships are part of the heritage, but we need to add to that. We need to give to the heritage of the Melbourne Football Club.”

The likes of Craig himself add to the assembly. When reviewing his experience, he says, “I’ve been very lucky to have some fantastic experiences, whether with the Australian Institute of Sport, the national cycling program, the South Australian Sports Institute, Norwood, Adelaide, now Melbourne Football Club - high performance sport has been very good to me.”

With this background, Craig is looking forward with characteristic keenness. “2013 is another step forward. Now we need to get the best training program in the AFL, with attention to detail, quality of work and coaching, so we can progress pretty quickly. It’s exciting, but people want to see some action.” Staying the distance is the test, and as Craig knows, members and supporters must be resilient. “We’re all in it together”, he says. He is here for the long haul, and working for success for Melbourne.

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Originally draft ed from Mt Eliza/Dandenong Stingrays at No. 12 in the 2005 NAB AFL Draft , Jones has now played 135 matches.

Jones’ durability was again a highlight this year – remarkably, he has missed just fi ve matches since debuting in round 17, 2006 – but he said it was due to “a number of things”.

“I think that it comes down to luck, but for the rest of it, I probably set it up with pre-season. I didn’t get injured, which is always a positive, because you can really smash the workload in and prepare yourself really well, so that’s defi nitely a factor. Then there is maturing – there’s no doubt about that,” he said.

“I feel confi dent now that I belong, and I’m totally comfortable with the speed of the game.

“Neeldy and Craigy [have] put a lot of confi dence in me – I’ve gone back to playing in the midfi eld as an inside mid. That’s another contributing factor, so a lot of things fell into place for me personally, and I was just happy with my form throughout the year.”

Looking ahead to 2013, Jones said he was adamant he could take his game to another level next year.

“I’m excited by that challenge, because personally I don’t think I’m anywhere near the best that I can be,” he said. “There are still so many areas that I can improve in, and I’ve got some really specifi c goals at the moment, where I’m looking forward to starting pre-season for that reason. “I just want to continue to improve, and I think I

BEST AND FAIREST

Words Matt Burgan

Originally draft ed from Mt Eliza/Dandenong Stingrays at No. 12 in the 2005 NAB AFL Draft , Jones has now played 135 matches.

Jones’ durability was again a highlight this year – remarkably, he has missed just fi ve matches since debuting in round 17, 2006 – but he said it was due to “a number of things”.

“I think that it comes down to luck, but for the rest of it, I probably set it up with pre-season. I didn’t get injured, which is always a positive, because you can really smash the workload in and prepare yourself really well, so that’s defi nitely a factor. Then there is maturing – there’s no doubt about that,” he said.

“I feel confi dent now that I belong, and I’m totally comfortable with the speed of the game.

“Neeldy and Craigy [have] put a lot of confi dence in me – I’ve gone back to playing in the midfi eld as an inside mid. That’s another contributing factor, so a lot of things fell into place for me personally, and I was just happy with my form throughout the year.”

Looking ahead to 2013, Jones said he was adamant he could take his game to another level next year.

“I’m excited by that challenge, because personally I don’t think I’m anywhere near the best that I can be,” he said. “There are still so many areas that I can improve in, and I’ve got some really specifi c goals at the moment, where I’m looking forward to starting pre-season for that reason. “I just want to continue to improve, and I think I

BEST AND FAIREST

Words Matt Burgan

Tenacious midfi elder Nathan Jones produced his best AFL season this season and was duly rewarded with his fi rst Keith ‘Bluey’

Truscott Memorial Trophy – Melbourne’s Best and Fairest.

The 24 year-old was named as the club champion from co-captain Jack Grimes and second year Demon Tom McDonald. Rounding out the top fi ve was midfi elder Jordie McKenzie, and defender/forward Jared Rivers. Upon receiving the best and fairest, Jones said: “It’s a great honour to get up here … and it’s just great to be part of a great footy club.”

“For me personally, it’s a great honour to win the ‘Bluey’ – I’ve always looked up to the boys who have won one in the past. I’m extremely glad to now be part of that group.

“It’s been a very challenging year … and there is no way to sugar coat it, but I can assure you that I’ve never been more confi dent in the way we’re going and the direction that Neeldy and the coaches are pushing us. I’m confi dent that the standards are being set and the boys are ready to rise and take the next step.”

Jones played 21 matches in 2012 and missed just round 14 against the Brisbane Lions with a calf injury. He managed career best statistics in disposals (516), tackles (95) and goals (16).

Previously, his best result in the Truscott Memorial Trophy was in 2007, when he fi nished runner-up in just his second AFL season. Jones also fi nished fi ft h in 2009 and fourth in 2011.

Best and Fairest

Jones wins firstKeith ‘Bluey’ Truscott

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made some good inroads this year – but there are still a lot of areas where I can get better and try to make myself a fully rounded player.”

For co-captain Jack Grimes, his best season to date saw him fi nishing second to Jones and netting the Sid Anderson Memorial Trophy. He played every match except round four against the Western Bulldogs, when he was suspended.

It was a fi ne turnaround for the 23 year-old, aft er injuries kept him to 32 matches from 2007 to 2011. Grimes’ latter part of 2012 was particularly impressive, seeing his form and leadership advancing to another level.

Grimes also received his second consecutive Ron Barassi Jnr Trophy (leadership award), which was also shared this year with fellow skipper Jack Trengove.

Tom McDonald’s growth and ability to claim the Ron Barassi Senior Memorial Trophy for fi nishing third was outstanding, given that 2012 was just his second AFL season and he entered the year with two games under his belt.

He missed just two matches in 2012, and managed to hold down a key defensive post. McDonald also fi nished sixth in this year’s NAB AFL Rising Star award.

In further recognition, McDonald also gained the club’s Harold Ball Memorial Trophy for the best young player, which

was previously for best fi rst year player until changed this season.

The trophy is now awarded to the best young player to have played 33 games or fewer entering a particular season. The player must also be 21 years or younger at the start of a season.

Midfi elder Jordie McKenzie, who claimed the Ivor Warne-Smith Memorial Trophy for his fourth placing, also won his third consecutive coach’s award – the Norm Smith Memorial Trophy. He gained the coach’s award for the player who best represented the qualities of work ethic and preparation.

Jared Rivers, who fi nished runner up in 2011 to Brent Moloney, claimed his second top fi ve placing in the best and fairest when he received the Dick

Taylor Memorial Trophy.Ruckman Max Gawn, who missed the entire 2012 season with a knee injury, was awarded the Ian Ridley Memorial Trophy (club ambassador award) for his work in the community.

Rookie Tom Couch, who came runner up in this year’s Liston Trophy (the

Brownlow Medal equivalent in the VFL), accepted the Troy Broadbridge Memorial Trophy for the most votes attained by a Melbourne-listed player in Casey’s best and fairest.

Football manager Josh Mahoney was presented with the Jim Stynes President’s Award for his commitment to the club’s desired values and behaviours.

And media manager Ryan Larkin received the Jim Cardwell CEO’s Award for outstanding performance

in relation to the club’s business objectives.

2012MELBOURNE FOOTBALL CLUB’S BEST AND FAIREST RESULTS

1. Nathan Jones (368)Keith ‘Bluey’ Truscott Memorial Trophy

2. Jack Grimes (348)Sid Anderson Memorial Trophy

3. Tom McDonald (314)Ron Barassi Senior Memorial Trophy

4. Jordie McKenzie (312)Ivor Warne-Smith Memorial Trophy

5. Jared Rivers (310)Dick Taylor Memorial Trophy

6. Colin Garland (297) 7. Jeremy Howe (293)8. Jack Trengove (275) 9. James Frawley (266) 10. Lynden Dunn (257) 11. Rohan Bail (238) 12. Colin Sylvia (233) 13. Joel Macdonald (228) 14. James Magner (219) 15. James Sellar (197) 16. Jack Watts (195) 17. Mitch Clark (182) 18. Dan Nicholson (166) 19. Mark Jamar (157)20. Sam Blease (157) 21. Brent Moloney (153) 22. Luke Tapscott (142)

23. Mathew Bate (135) 24. Brad Green (130) 25. Clint Bartram (119) 26. Jake Spencer (99) 27. Cale Morton (97) 28. Aaron Davey (82) 29. James Strauss (69) 30. Stefan Martin (62) 31. Neville Jetta (55) 32. Jamie Bennell (35) 33. Tom Couch (26)34. Ricky Petterd (26) 35. Josh Tynan (16) 36. Jack Fitzpatrick (14) 37. Liam Jurrah (8) 38. Jordan Gysberts (6)

Did not play in 2012: Troy Davis, Lucas Cook, Michael Evans, Max Gawn, Rory Taggert, Kelvin Lawrence, Jai Sheehan, Leigh Williams

made some good inroads this year – but there are still a lot of areas where I can get better and try to make myself a fully rounded player.”

For co-captain Jack Grimes, his best season to date saw him fi nishing second to Jones and netting the Sid Anderson Memorial Trophy. He played every match except round four against the Western Bulldogs, when he was suspended.



Tom McDonald’s growth and ability to claim the Ron Barassi Senior Memorial Trophy for fi nishing third was outstanding, given that 2012 was just his second AFL season and he entered the year with two games under



was previously for best fi rst year player until changed this season.

The trophy is now awarded to the best young player to have played 33 games or fewer entering a particular season. The player must also be 21 years or younger at the start of a season.

Midfi elder Jordie McKenzie, who claimed the Ivor Warne-Smith Memorial Trophy for his fourth placing, also won his third consecutive coach’s award – the Norm Smith Memorial Trophy. He gained the coach’s award for the player who best represented the qualities of work ethic and preparation.

Jared Rivers, who fi nished runner up in 2011 to Brent Moloney, claimed his second top fi ve placing in the best and fairest when he received the Dick

Taylor Memorial Trophy.Ruckman Max Gawn, who missed the entire 2012 season with a knee injury, was awarded the Ian Ridley Memorial Trophy (club ambassador award) for his work in the



Football manager Josh Mahoney was presented with the Jim Stynes President’s Award for his commitment to the club’s desired values and



2012MELBOURNE FOOTBALL CLUB’S BEST AND FAIREST RESULTS

1. Nathan Jones (368)Keith ‘Bluey’ Truscott Memorial Trophy

2. Jack Grimes (348)Sid Anderson Memorial Trophy

3. Tom McDonald (314)Ron Barassi Senior Memorial Trophy

4. Jordie McKenzie (312)Ivor Warne-Smith Memorial Trophy

5. Jared Rivers (310)Dick Taylor Memorial Trophy

6. Colin Garland (297) 7. Jeremy Howe (293)8. Jack Trengove (275) 9. James Frawley (266) 10. Lynden Dunn (257) 11. Rohan Bail (238) 12. Colin Sylvia (233) 13. Joel Macdonald (228) 14. James Magner (219) 15. James Sellar (197) 16. Jack Watts (195) 17. Mitch Clark (182) 18. Dan Nicholson (166) 19. Mark Jamar (157)20. Sam Blease (157) 21. Brent Moloney (153) 22. Luke Tapscott (142)

23. Mathew Bate (135) 24. Brad Green (130) 25. Clint Bartram (119) 26. Jake Spencer (99) 27. Cale Morton (97) 28. Aaron Davey (82) 29. James Strauss (69) 30. Stefan Martin (62) 31. Neville Jetta (55) 32. Jamie Bennell (35) 33. Tom Couch (26)34. Ricky Petterd (26) 35. Josh Tynan (16) 36. Jack Fitzpatrick (14) 37. Liam Jurrah (8) 38. Jordan Gysberts (6)

Did not play in 2012: Troy Davis, Lucas Cook, Michael Evans, Max Gawn, Rory Taggert, Kelvin Lawrence, Jai Sheehan, Leigh Williams

“I’m excited by that challenge, because personally I don’t think I’m anywhere near the best that I can be.”



Tom McDonald’s growth and ability to claim the Ron Barassi Senior Memorial Trophy for fi nishing third was outstanding, given that 2012 was just his second AFL season and he entered the year with two games under his belt.



Taylor Memorial Trophy.Ruckman Max Gawn, who missed the entire 2012 season with a knee injury, was awarded the Ian Ridley Memorial Trophy (club ambassador award) for his work in the community.



Football manager Josh Mahoney was presented with the Jim Stynes President’s Award for his commitment to the club’s desired values and behaviours.




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2012Casey commenced its season

with a night game at home against 2011 Grand Finalist side

Williamstown. Twelve Melbourne listed players took the field, including co-captain Jack Grimes. Casey won the first of many close games, on this occasion by just two points.

The next week, Casey won another close encounter by six points against Coburg (away). Tom McDonald was outstanding as a key forward kicking three goals. He did not play another game at VFL level for the season, after he produced an excellent season in the AFL.

Inaccurate kicking against Frankston in Round 3 saw Casey hang on for a one point victory, but Bendigo broke the Scorpions’ terrific start to the season, winning easily in Round 4.

After a much needed bye in Round 5, Casey won a thriller in Round 6. Sam Blease kicked the match winner deep into time-on from the boundary to seal the game by one point. It was

Blease’s third goal for the game, as Brett Lovett’s side continued to demonstrate enormous resilience and composure in tight encounters.

Casey had an easy win over eventual premiers Geelong in Round 7. This was followed by an ABC televised game at Box Hill in Round 8. Casey fielded a very strong side, with Jack Watts, Sam Blease, Stef Martin, Brad Green, Joel Macdonald, Luke Tapscott, Lynden Dunn and Daniel Nicholson all playing and ensuring that Lovett’s side again took the four points.

In Round 9, Casey had their second of four byes for the season, followed by wins against Northern Blues in Round 10, Collingwood in Round 11 and another bye in Round 12.

Continuing the trend of close matches, Casey held on for a four-point win against Sandringham, with Tom Couch kicking the match winner late in the game.

Lovett’s six match winning streak was broken by a strong Werribee

outfit away in Round 14, losing by a massive 78 points. In the next two games, Casey defeated 2011

premiership side Port Melbourne by nine points and Bendigo by three points. This resulted in Casey winning seven games by fewer than nine points by the end of Round 16. The Scorpions also sat on top of the VFL ladder with 11 wins and two losses.

Casey won three of its final five home and away matches to retain its position on top of the ladder and claim the minor premiership, with just four losses for the season. It was an excellent performance by the players, Lovett and his assistants.

Lovett was deservedly named Coach of the Year at the JJ Liston Trophy count.

With two home finals a reward for finishing on top of the ladder, Casey was unable to win either match, losing to Werribee and Williamstown. But it must be noted that the side had many Melbourne listed players unavailable for selection.

Couch capped off a great season, winning the Casey Best and Fairest and finished second to Werribee’s Ben Ross in the JJ Liston Trophy count. Jack Fitzpatrick was also very good, claiming the goalkicking award and finishing third in the Best and Fairest.

Of the Casey listed players, captain Evan Panozza and Luke Tynan (brother of Josh) were terrific all year and provided great leadership.

Well done to Brett Lovett and his fellow coaches, particularly Brett, who has since resigned from his role to focus on family and work commitments.

Melbourne Development Coach Paul Satterley reviews the season that was for the Casey Scorpions in 2012.

Words Paul Satterley

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THE TWO OF US

over. We had so much gravel rash we couldn’t hide it from our parents!

During our teenage years Matt and I played sport flat out. When I was 14, I gave up football to pursue a professional tennis career. By the time I was offered a scholarship, I decided I would miss football too much so declined the offer and focused back on football. Matt still claims that he’s the best footballer in the family but I say he suffered from short man syndrome.

It’s great having Matt living in Melbourne, considering all our family are back in Tasmania. When he’s not travelling, we try to catch up most weeks. When we do catch up, we don’t really talk about footy or cricket too much, it’s just like two mates hanging out. Although one thing he does do when we hang out, that I don’t approve of, is kiss his dogs! He loves them!

Everyone loves hanging out with Matt. As much as I give it to him, I do admire his competitive spirit and how hard he works. I’m pumped to watch him play in the Test this summer.

Family ties – Matthew Wade and Jeremy Howe Matt on Jeremy

Jeremy is a couple of years younger than I am. His brother Justin and I would hang out, and Jeremy would follow us like a pest trying to beat us at every game we played. As a child, Jeremy used to always find himself in the wrong place at the wrong time. If he was told not to get wet, he’d always come home soaking wet, much to his Mum’s dismay.

One of the funniest memories from our childhood, which Jeremy would have spoken about, was our billy cart race down the world’s steepest gravel hill. Jeremy always fails to mention

From water fights in the backyard to watching each other play at the top of their games, cousins Matthew Wade, 24, and Jeremy Howe, 22, are the best of mates.

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Howe playing backyard cricket.

Jeremy on MatthewLiving near each other in Tasmania, Matt and I spent the majority of

our childhood trying to outdo each other. I’m a couple of

years younger so I was always out to prove myself. We spent endless hours playing backyard cricket (sorry about the broken windows Aunty Karen!) so I like to say I helped Matt get to where he is

today.Everything was a

competition when we were young, but one competition

we didn’t win was a billy cart versus mountain bike race

against my older brother, Justin. Matt and I had been warned to stay away from this infamous and steep gravel hill but the curiosity got the better of us one day, and we decided to take it on. We were nearly at the end of the hill and were winning, so Matt decided to celebrate early by letting go of the wheel and in turn flipped the cart


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Family ties – Matthew Wade and Jeremy Howe the part where he falls out of the cart and travels the rest of the distance on his bum! Let’s just say he was in need of a lot of antiseptic and bandaids.

Jeremy and I are still competitive but it’s not as serious these days. Our competitions are usually on the golf course, basketball or tennis court, but also often in front of the PlayStation. Actually, these days I prefer to take him on at the PlayStation as he’s getting too big and strong for me.

We played heaps of sport growing up. Football was a huge part of my life, as Dad played a few games for Hawthorn and has always been heavily involved in football. I loved playing and was lucky enough to represent Tasmania in the VFL, but unfortunately I wasn’t blessed with the size like Jeremy, nor did I

Wade and Howe were the best of mates from a young age.

have the speed. I always played both cricket and football right up until I started playing cricket for Tasmania. Jeremy likes to think that he is also good at cricket but I maintain he isn’t, despite the fact that he hit me for six recently in a Melbourne Stars appearance, which was unfortunately caught on camera.

I love getting along to the Melbourne games when I can, and am now definitely a Melbourne supporter. My fiancé, Julz, has always been a Melbourne supporter, so she’s pretty happy!

As you can tell, Jeremy and I keep each other in line but one of the things I reckon he does really well is keep things light hearted. He manages to stay down to earth and keep things in perspective. I’m looking forward to seeing him take on 2013!

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Playing group spends over 1500 hours in the community in 2012COMMUNITY REVIEW

Budding young author Tessa Walker had always dreamed of the day that she would have

her own story published.Thanks to the Read like a Demon

(RLAD) program, Tessa Walker was given the opportunity to foster her writing skills and in turn, have her own book published. Read like a Demon - a program designed to encourage students to have meaningful engagement with reading and writing - awards one student each year the prize of having their story published.

Tessa’s story, titled ‘The Race’, was illustrated by renowned artist Jonathan Brocker, and will be distributed to RLAD primary schools in the City of Casey in 2013.

Tessa’s teacher, Mrs Emptage, said, “We are just thrilled for Tessa that her story will be published. The Read Like a Demon program is a great initiative that is getting fi rst hand results in my classroom.” The City of Casey and the

Melbourne Football Club are entering the fi ft h year of

the 30 year partnership between the two, which involves delivering programs that meet community needs, and provides exciting learning experiences.

The partnership has gone from strength to strength, with children and residents alike experiencing fi rsthand the benefi ts of the

1. 59 schools participated in the Read like a Demon program in 2012

2. There has been a 71% increase in the number of schools participating in the RLAD program in 2012

3. Over 2000 children took part in the program

4. 69 schools have joined the Demons’ school education program since its inception

5. www.readlikeademon.com.au was visited 59,525 times in 2012.

1. More than $2 million in social capital was invested in the City of Casey through our community activities and programs

2. Players committed more than 1,500 hours to the City of Casey community through the Club’s visitation program

3. A dedicated resource was appointed to manage the City of Casey partnership

4. Melbourne membership in the City of Casey has increased by 7% in 2012.

Read Like a Demon City of Casey

Facts:

Facts:

Tessa won the opportunity to have her story published.

partnership. Progress has been made within business, sports development, communication and school education. The partnership is in a healthy position, and we will continue to work collaboratively with the City of Casey to deliver meaningful, genuine and sustainable programs, which engage the City of Casey community and its needs.

“Aside from the sense of pride and excitement that comes with having a hometown AFL football team, the Casey community is fortunate to benefi t from the Melbourne Football Club’s extensive community program, that is recognised as one of the most comprehensive in the AFL” – Richard Armon, City of Casey Manager Sport and Leisure.

A young fan looks up to Jordie McKenzie at Casey Fields.


Playing group spends over 1500 hours in the community in 2012

In conjunction with the University of Melbourne, the Club has just completed its third year of

working to eliminate trachoma in the Northern Territory. Trachoma is a bacterial infection of the eye, and the world’s leading cause of blindness.

Through clinics, health promotion and education material, media and communication, ambassadors such as Aaron Davey and Max Gawn, along with their teammates, have been able to educate children on how to prevent the trachoma infection.

Over the three year program, trachoma in the Northern Territory has declined extensively, partially due to the health promotion and social marketing campaign that the Melbourne Football Club is involved in.

“The impact the Melbourne players have in the remote communities is hard to over-estimate, they are real heroes, particularly the Aboriginal players like Aaron. The promotion of the “Clean Face, Strong Eye” message has been highly successful and seeing all those little Aboriginal Demons running around with their clean faces at the footy clinics is really heart warming.” Professor Hugh Taylor, Melbourne University.

The Club will continue to make a holistic investment into the Northern Territory in coming years.

The Melbourne Football Club continues to be an industry leader in supporting and up-

skilling women in football. A highlight this year was the Dare to Dream Gala Dinner, which raised some much needed funds to implement the program. Dare to Dream aims to positively impact the aspirations of young girls in the City of Casey.

The Gala Dinner saw many of Melbourne’s infl uential female media, sporting and business personalities come together for a night of fun and frivolity that accumulated over $10,000 in donations.

Board member Karen Hayes said, “We launched Dare to Dream last year, which saw us help 35 teenage girls at Lyndhurst Secondary College. In the City of Casey, only 46% of teens will fi nish Year 12, with 40% dropping out by Year 10 or below. These are alarming stats and we want to help change this.”

1. 136,000 women and girls are playing football in Australia

2. There has been a 43% increase in females participating in Australian Rules

3. Women of Melbourne grew by 40 %, uniting passionate female supporters.

What we’ve done in the Northern Territory this year:

1. Launched the Read like a Demon program in Ali Curung

2. Held a clinic for 300 children in Katherine

3. Participated in the trachoma awareness program in schools, both in Alice Springs and Darwin

4. Conducted a guernsey giveaway to over 300 children

5. Held an indigenous clinic for 60 secondary school students

6. Held an all girls clinic in Darwin to celebrate Women’s Round.

NT – Trachoma Women in Football

Facts:

Facts:

The Club’s support for women in football is also articulated through the following:• Melbourne is the only AFL team to

ever be the major sponsor of the Victorian Women’s Football League

• The Club established its own Women’s Round, acknowledging the contribution that women make to football

• Melbourne facilitated the Tridents Academy, empowering teenage girls, and developing their skills both on and off the fi eld

• The Club created the fi rst U12s all girls team to play for Melbourne.

Max Gawn and Rory Taggert with young fans in Alice Springs.

� e victorious U12s team.

IngredientsTomato pasteLight mozzarella cheeseProsciuttoOlivesFresh chilliFresh basilWholemeal pita breadMeatballs*

MethodCover the pita bread with tomato paste and top with as much or as little of the ingredients as you like. Bake in the oven on 180 degrees celsius until the cheese melts.

NutritionBefore a game I usually have some homemade pizzas, a bowl of spaghetti and a Parker pretzel. This is a standard pre-game fuel of low GI carbohydrates. It’s important that the carbs are low GI so I have more fuel to slowly burn. The prosciutto and meatballs also add protein which adds muscle growth and recovery as well keeping me fuller for longer.

*Sometimes I like to add meatballs to my pizza to mix it up!

Ingredients 1 cup organic quinoaHalf a butternut pumpkin1 x chicken breastFresh basil1 x brown onionTwo handfuls of green beans

MethodCook quinoa according to packet (I use the rice cooker).Dice pumpkin and drizzle with olive oil, oven roast for 20 minutes. Add sliced onion to pan towards the end.Simmer beans in saucepan until tender.Pan fry diced chicken until cooked. Toss beans and roasted pumpkin with chicken and a dash of olive oil. Serve over quinoa. Garnish with torn basil.

NutritionI tend to eat salads on days when we don’t have our main training session. I like this salad because the combination of quinoa and chicken makes it high protein, which is important for muscle recovery. It’s also low carb, which is what we need when we’re expelling less energy to ensure we don’t gain unnecessary weight.

Mitch Clark’s homemade (healthy) pizza

Jordie McKenzie’s midweek chicken quinoa salad

IngredientsTomato pasteLight mozzarella cheeseProsciutto

Fresh chilliFresh basilWholemeal pita breadMeatballs*

MethodCover the pita bread with tomato paste and top with as much or as little of the ingredients as you like. Bake in the oven on 180 degrees celsius until the cheese melts.

NutritionBefore a game I usually have some homemade pizzas, a bowl of spaghetti and a Parker pretzel. This is a standard pre-game fuel of low GI carbohydrates. It’s important that the carbs are low GI so I have more fuel to slowly burn. The prosciutto and meatballs also add protein which adds muscle growth and recovery as well keeping me fuller for longer.


(healthy) pizzaIngredients 1 cup organic quinoaHalf a butternut pumpkin1 x chicken breast

chicken quinoa salad

Light mozzarella cheese

Wholemeal pita bread

Cover the pita bread with tomato paste and top with as much or as little of the ingredients as you like. Bake in the oven on 180 degrees celsius until the cheese melts.

Before a game I usually have some homemade pizzas, a bowl of spaghetti and a Parker pretzel. This is a standard pre-game fuel of low GI carbohydrates. It’s important that the carbs are low GI so I have more fuel to slowly burn. The prosciutto and meatballs also add protein which adds muscle growth and recovery as well keeping me fuller for longer.


Ingredients 1 cup organic quinoaHalf a butternut pumpkin1 x chicken breast

(healthy) pizza chicken quinoa salad

1 x chicken breastFresh basil1 x brown onionTwo handfuls of green beans


NutritionI tend to eat salads on days when we don’t have our main training session. I like this salad because the combination of quinoa and chicken makes it high protein, which is important for muscle recovery. It’s also low carb, which is what we need when we’re expelling lessenergy to ensure we don’t gain unnecessary weight.







Fresh basil1 x brown onionTwo handfuls of green beans

Cook quinoa according to packet (I use the rice

Dice pumpkin and drizzle with olive oil, oven roast for 20 minutes. Add sliced onion to pan towards the end.Simmer beans in saucepan until tender.Pan fry diced chicken until cooked. Toss beans and roasted pumpkin with chicken and a dash of olive oil. Serve over quinoa. Garnish with torn basil.

NutritionI tend to eat salads on days when we don’t have our main training session. I like this salad because the combination of quinoa and chicken makes it high protein, which is important for muscle recovery. It’s also low carb, which is what we need when we’re expelling lessenergy to ensure we don’t gain unnecessary

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RECIPES FOR SUCCESS

Ingredients500 gm lean mince meatLarge tin of tomato soup800 gm of crushed tomatoes1 tin of four bean mix1 tablespoon tomato pasteRed wine1 large carrot1 large zucchini1 large onionGarlicWholemeal pasta

MethodGrate carrot and zucchini. Dice onion and pan fry with garlic. Add mince and cook until brown. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato soup, tomato paste and a splash of red wine. Bring to the boil then reduce to simmer. Add carrot, zucchini and four bean mix. Boil pasta. Let sauce simmer for as long as you can wait before getting too hungry and then serve!

NutritionI have a couple of serves of this spaghetti before a game. We have to carbo load to make sure we have energy to burn during the game the next day. Wholemeal pasta is best because it’s low GI, and our bodies absorb and store the energy better.

If there’s left over spaghetti, my housemate Jordie McKenzie and I will sometimes have some before we leave home for the game for a bit of extra fuel.

Ingredients 330 gm raw whole almonds60g protein powder 16 fresh dates, pitted2 tablespoons cocoa powder1 tablespoon natural vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamoncoconut for rolling

MethodThrow almonds into the food processor with cinnamon, protein powder and cocoa then process until the mix looks crumbly.Add dates, vanilla extract then process again until the mix starts to come together.

Form into balls.Roll in coconut and store in the

fridge.

NutritionI love these protein balls because it tastes like you’re eating something that’s a treat, but it’s actually good for you. It’s easy to eat on the go at any time during the week, regardless of what’s on at training.

Sometimes it can be hard to fi nd a high protein snack that also tastes good so these do the trick. The dates provide enough natural sweetness so no added sugar is necessary.

Jeremy Howe’s pre-game spaghetti bolognaise

James Frawley’s protein balls

Large tin of tomato soup800 gm of crushed tomatoes1 tin of four bean mix1 tablespoon tomato pasteRed wine1 large carrot1 large zucchini1 large onionGarlicWholemeal pasta


NutritionI have a couple of serves of this spaghetti before a game. We have to carbo load to make sure we have energy to burn during the game the next day. Wholemeal pasta is best because it’s low GI, and our bodies absorb and store the energy better.


60g protein powder 16 fresh dates, pitted2 tablespoons cocoa powder1 tablespoon natural vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamoncoconut for rolling

Throw almonds into the food processor with cinnamon, protein powder and cocoa then process until the mix looks

Add dates, vanilla extract then process again until the mix starts to come


fridge.



800 gm of crushed tomatoes1 tin of four bean mix1 tablespoon tomato pasteRed wine1 large carrot1 large zucchini1 large onion

Wholemeal pasta


NutritionI have a couple of serves of this spaghetti before a game. We have to carbo load to make sure we have energy to burn during the game the next day. Wholemeal pasta is best because it’s low GI, and our bodies absorb and store the energy


16 fresh dates, pitted2 tablespoons cocoa powder1 tablespoon natural vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamoncoconut for rolling

MethodThrow almonds into the food processor with cinnamon, protein powder and cocoa then process until the mix looks crumbly.Add dates, vanilla extract then process again until the mix starts to come together.


fridge.



1 tablespoon natural vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Throw almonds into the food processor with cinnamon, protein powder and cocoa then process until the mix looks

Add dates, vanilla extract then process again until the mix starts to come

Roll in coconut and store in the

I love these protein balls because it tastes like you’re eating something that’s a treat, but it’s actually good for you. It’s easy to eat on the go at any time during the week, regardless of what’s on at training.


Throw almonds into the food processor

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The adrenaline defi nitely goes up a little bit more. You get a big buzz a◊ er it.“

”This season, Jeremy Howe kept

Melbourne supporters and lovers of the game, entertained

with his high fl ying marks.Aft er receiving eight Mark of the

Year nominations, Howe took out the award, which was announced at the Grand Final.

Howe’s now famous mark took place in Round 8 against Sydney, where he defi ed gravity, spending what seemed an eternity on Heath Grundy’s shoulders, before marking the ball and wowing the crowd.

Howe rated his Mark of the Year as “defi nitely” the greatest mark he had ever taken at any level.

When asked to describe what it’s like to take a hanger, Howe said “it all happens pretty quickly”.

“The adrenaline defi nitely goes up a

little bit more. You get a big buzz aft er it,” he said.

Howe said he had the backing of the coaching staff to keep taking his marks.

“If they think I can get it, then they say ‘have a crack’ – as long as I make it a contest. If I’m not marking it and bringing it to the front and letting the smaller guys have a crack, then I’m playing my role,” he said.

Howe became something of a YouTube sensation among football supporters when they viewed his hangers taken in Tasmania aft er he was draft ed by Melbourne at No. 33 in the 2010 NAB AFL Draft .

With eight nominations to his name it was no surprise Jeremy Howe won the Mark of the Year award

Jumping Jeremy winsMark of the Year

little bit more. You get a big buzz aft er it,” he said.


“If they think I can get it, then they say ‘have a crack’ – as long as I make it a contest. If I’m not marking it and bringing it to the front and letting the smaller guys have a crack, then I’m playing my role,” he said.

Howe became something of a YouTube sensation among football supporters when they viewed his hangers taken in Tasmania aft er he was draft ed by Melbourne at No. 33 in the 2010 NAB

the Mark of the Year awardlittle bit more. You get a big buzz aft er it,” he said.


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the Mark of the Year awardit was no surprise Jeremy Howe won

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TRIBUTE

Jim Stynes fought a long and public battle with cancer that had everyone cheering for him

from the sidelines, much as they had done throughout his playing career, and through every other venture that he had undertaken during a full and rewarding life. He was a man of many stories, and for the Melbourne Football Club it started with his recruitment as part of the ‘Irish

On 20 March 2012, the Melbourne Football Club, the Reach Foundation, the wider community, two countries and the Stynes family – starting with wife Samantha and children Matisse and Tiernan – lost a very special person.

“ ”Jim’s lesson is that life

was to be challenged and treasured. - Sam Stynes

Remembering Jim

Experiment’, and travelled through to the 1991 Brownlow Medal, four Best and Fairest awards, and 244 consecutive games – an AFL record – before settling with his inspiring reign as Club President.

Now, he has gone. But, for as long as there is a game, Jim Stynes is part of its soul, its spirit and its story. We pay tribute to him, in all his stories.

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1 - It’s a grand old fl ag – Jim Stynes was at the heart of the action from the time of his senior debut in 1987. 2 - Irish eyes were smiling – One of the best stories ever in the game gained an extra chapter when Jim Stynes, here with father Brian, won the 1991 Brownlow Medal. 3 - Celebrations – Th e 1990s were rollercoaster times, but Jim Stynes was a constant throughout, with Best and Fairest wins in 1991, 1995, 1996 and 1997 to add to his 1991 Brownlow victory. 4 - A man of milestones – Th is banner from Round 8, 1998, told some of the story. 5 - A full and busy life – Two of the main avenues of Jim Stynes’ life met when a group of eager ‘Reach kids’ gathered for his farewell game in Round One, 1999. 6 - A powerful combination – Garry Lyon and Jim Stynes were friends, teammates and - in this case – coach and assistant coach of Australia in the 2003 International Series. 7 - Heroes and Brownlow Medallists – Shane Woewodin (2000), Peter Moore (1984), Don Cordner (1946), Jim Stynes (1991) and Brian Wilson (1982) at the Club’s 150th celebrations in 2008. 8 - Leading the way – As incoming Club President, Jim Stynes started with celebrations for the Club’s 150th in 2008. 9 - Back where we belong – In early 2009, Cameron Schwab and Jim Stynes - along with David Meiklejohn and Stephen Gough of the Melbourne Cricket Club – were proud to oversee Melbourne once again becoming a ‘section’ of the MCC. 10 - Doing it for Jim – Captain James McDonald and Aaron Davey carry Jim Stynes’ fi rst guernsey from the MCG after a memorable win against West Coast in Round 14, 2009, played the week after hearing that the Club President had been diagnosed with cancer. 11 - � e game of the people, for the people – Jim Stynes was in the thick of the crowd and the action for this Round 4, 2010 victory over Richmond at the MCG. 12 - Wearing it with pride – With Ron Barassi and wife Samantha looking on, Jim Stynes was presented with his Club blazer at the 2012 Commencement Dinner. It was his last appearance at a Club event, as he lost his battle with cancer, dying peacefully at home early in the morning of 20 March 2012. 13 - For the love of Jim – Th e city fell still, as crowds gathered in Federation Square to share Jim Stynes’ state funeral, being held in St Paul’s Cathedral. In death, as in life, he united thousands. 14 - ‘Do not stand at my grave and weep’ – Sam Stynes waved to the gathered crowds as Jim Stynes’ state funeral drew to a close. 15 - And in honour – In Round 4, 2012, tribute was paid to Jim Stynes when Melbourne took on the Western Bulldogs at the MCG. At the forefront of proceedings were Brian and Tiernan Stynes.

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extent that he was off ered the senior job at the Sydney Swans. However, he was contracted to Melbourne, so stayed with the Club. His previous experience at Richmond and North Melbourne, as well as Melbourne, would eventually lead to his being made the coach of the Sandringham Dragons, and becoming one of the fi rst to coach in the newly formed Under 18s competition.

While he will be sadly missed, this legacy lives on today. Jordon’s achievements stand tall in the heritage of the Melbourne Football Club, and while all will miss his presence, the stories and achievements live on in perpetuity. We off er our sincere condolences to his wife, Maree, and to his family and friends.

Dudley Phillips

Every club needs someone like Dudley Phillips – an individual who knows everyone, is involved in a

multitude of activities, and has an unquestionable dedication to a cause.

For Dudley Phillips, the Melbourne Football Club was home, with the MCG at its heart. The ground would not have been the same without his presence. Whether selling his infamous ra± e tickets to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for the Club over the years, or helping out as an MCG tour guide, not many hearts beat more truly for the red and blue than Dudley’s. It was this way for more than half a century.

Contributing towards fundraising and social committees from the 1950s, Dudley was made a Life Member of the Club in 1974, and was named Supporter of the Century in 2000. In other recognition, he was named an ‘Unsung Hero’ of the Club in 2008, and is one of a handful of those honoured by the MCC with a Certifi cate of Merit for his services.

While Dudley struggled with ill health in recent years, he will remain part of the Club canvas forever. ‘Dudley’s Ra± e’ is still a valued part of match day proceedings, and those who will feel his loss spans the entire spectrum of the sporting community.

All at the Melbourne Football Club share the sorrow of those who knew and loved Dudley, and take comfort from the fact that he has created stories and memories to last generations. Dudley Phillips, you will always be ‘on the team’.

The Melbourne Football Club has farewelled a number of special people from both the

Club and the game at large over the last year. We pay tribute to:

Mark Adams Under 19s and Reserves player, 1970s and 1980s, loyal supporterNoel BakerPast player, 1953 to 1955Doug BeamanMFC volunteer, Cheer Squad Leeroy HucksteppMFC Seconds Runner, Reserves and senior team manager, 1980s and 1990sBarry JohnstonPast MFC Reserves player, 1959 to 1962, premiership coach of University BluesJohn McCarthyPast Collingwood and current Port Adelaide playerGeorge O’Kee≠ ePast player, 1951 to 1952, instrumental in the Past and Present Players’ and Offi cials’ Association over many years as President, Secretary and TreasurerJohn PaceMFC volunteerFrank ScanlanPast player for both Melbourne and Footscray between 1943 and 1949Kevin SteeleMFC volunteerCharlie SuttonLegend of Footscray and the game, captain-coach of the 1954 premiership sideKevin Thompson Long time member of the Past and Present Players’ and Offi cials’ Association, loyal supporter

Along with Jim Stynes, we also pay tribute to two very special characters of the Melbourne Football Club, in RayJordon and Dudley Phillips.

Ray Jordon

With the passing of Ray ‘Slug’ Jordon, an integral part of the 1980s rebuild of the Melbourne Football Club disappeared forever.

But Jordon’s feats will live long in the memory of all Melbourne – and all who love the game. Already renowned for his feats in cricket and the VFA before he came to Melbourne in 1981, Jordon’s reign as Reserves and Under 19s coach alongside Ron Barassi as senior coach proved eminently successful, his regime resulting in Under 19s fl ags in 1981 and 1983, and a Reserves premiership in 1984. It was sound, and it was structured – and it worked. By 1984, there was a backlog of talent, and mention of names such as John Fidge, Bret Bailey, Stephen Newport and Garry Lyon show that Jordon knew what was awaiting the Club, mere seasons down the track.

Jordon’s expertise was recognised throughout the competition, to the

TRIBUTES Tributes Words Lynda Carroll

Dudley Phillips (centre) – a true character of the Melbourne Football Club

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AFTER making his senior debut in 2000, Green retired in Round 22 this year, with

254 games to his credit. This places him sixth in the Club’s all times games list. Pick No. 19 in the 1999 AFL National Draft , Green originally hailed from North Launceston/Tasmania U18s. Making his senior debut in Round Two, 2000 vs North Melbourne, Green was a Rising Star Nominee in the same year, as well as playing in the Grand Final. An International Rules Series representative in 2004, 2010 and 2011, he holds a variety of awards, including the 2010 Best and Fairest and Leadership Awards. Captain in 2011, Green leaves as a universal favourite, a Life Member, and a treasured part of the Club’s heritage.

Others to depart the Club, and to whom we extend both our best wishes for the future and thanks for their contribution to the Melbourne Football Club, are:

Departures

Congratulations

DEPARTURES AND CONGRATULATIONS

Retired:Clint BartramUnrestricted free agent:Jared Rivers (Geelong Cats)Restricted free agent:Brent Moloney (Brisbane Lions)Trade period:Jordan Gysberts (North Melbourne), Stefan Martin (Brisbane Lions), Cale Morton (West Coast Eagles)Delisted:Matthew Bate, Jamie Bennell, Lucas Cook, Liam Jurrah, Ricky Petterd, Kelvin Lawrence (second-year rookie), Jai Sheahan (rookie), Leigh Williams (rookie)

Engagements Neville Jetta and Samantha JoyceNathan Jones and Jerri HewittMarriageMark Jamar and Dulce IskandarBirthBrad and Anna Green – Wilba Jay

Retired: Brad Green

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If Jack Watts’s footballing ability was put on trial, the judge might fi nd it tough to assemble an

unbiased jury. Every man, woman and child in

Melbourne has off ered an opinion on the 21-year-old.

Through little fault of his own, Watts has been slotted into a talkback topic category that rarely fails to rate far below a hike in taxes.

But aft er four seasons and 55 games, Watts appears to be over all the talk. The football department has certainly moved beyond the speculation. From now on, work is all that matters. Put enough of that in place and what will be will be.

“We’ve gone past the developing and give us time [period]. That is not spoken about any more at all,” Watts said. “It’s more if you want to do it, just do it now. Let’s just get it done and the blokes who don’t won’t last.”

In his fourth year Watts made some steps to cementing a spot in the team. Aft er some early season trial and error and a few football lessons, he returned from a stint in the VFL and was sent down back in round 8 to get a kick. He appeared to prosper behind

the ball, intercepting the opposition’s forward entries and delivering the ball well as the team turned defence into attack.

While external observers noted improvement, the education happening behind closed doors continued at pace.

“In the beginning, as much as I was getting the ball, I was still getting hammered in player reviews and meetings because I was not doing what the backline expects,” Watts said.

“That is why I was happy with improving as I kept playing the role and that will be a huge thing for this year being one of the leaders in [that process] instead of being taught [what is required].”

Watts appears to have accepted the challenge in front of him. If he ever did feel like he’d been handed a golden ticket to success, he understands now that he no longer has one.

He admits it took him a while to realise that he had entered a whole diff erent ball game from the moment he was draft ed, but he understands what is at stake now: “It doesn’t matter what you have done or who

Watts goes back and moves forward Peter Ryan, afl .com.au writer and melbournefc.com.au contributor, looks at how Jack Watts is forging ahead from the backline aft er four intense seasons of scrutiny.

In the beginning, as much as I was getting the ball, I was still getting hammered in player reviews and meetings because I was not doing what the backline expects.

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you are. It just doesn’t matter. Every bloke is out there fighting for their life and if you don’t bring that same intensity it doesn’t happen for you … it just doesn’t happen.”

To that end the move to the backline was good for Watts. He admits the pressure that came with every contest switched him on. And he confessed that he is only now beginning to throw off the doubts that surround most, if not all, young footballers.

“Early on you think how am I going to beat this guy?” Watts said.

“’I’m 18 years old and he is 25, it is just unrealistic’. Then slowly your mindset changes and that is the biggest thing for this pre-season for me. I’m actually starting to think ‘you know what, I’m not going to get beaten. I’m going to win every contest. I’m going to hit every kick.’

“It’s a change in mindset and it gives you confidence when you are thinking like that.”

He is being challenged by the coaches to do the little things that he never thought meant much. It might be pushing his way to the front of a line or challenging a teammate if a kick doesn’t hit him where he wants it. It’s a change in thinking but one he is ready to take on.

Every player must overcome such hurdles but few do it while attracting so much public scrutiny.

The commentary sometimes affected his approach, as he fell into the trap of overthinking his game. It’s little wonder as Watts had plenty of adjusting to do.

He had to shake off some of the instincts he’d developed through basketball. In that game, Watts would try to get wide and low but in football he was expected to go straight at the opponent.

In the beginning with Melbourne the habit meant he would stop and prop as he hit a pack rather than moving through the line of the ball.

Tackling sessions have helped him keep his feet underneath him to retain momentum through congestion. This year wrestling will become part of his routine as he continues to work on his one-on-one efforts.

Such development is nothing new to Watts, but you sense he’s now moving into the belief stage. He has gained a clear understanding of what it will take to be the best he can be and that is enough to drive him on.

“[I’m] at that stage of learning where it has got to happen now because it is getting on and there is no point trying to sit back,” Watts said.

The rest is history. It can’t be changed. The next day’s training awaits and Watts knows now that is all that matters: “The night before you are thinking about it constantly: what can I do to get ready for tomorrow?”

Watts goes back and moves forward

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Melbourne landed some signifi cant talent and maximised its opportunities during the AFL’s inaugural free agency and extended trade period as melbournefc.com.au’s Matt Burgan explains

The AFL’s introduction of free agency and an extended trade period resulted in a busy, yet

productive period for the Demons. Melbourne added 2010 Collingwood

premiership player Chris Dawes, dual Geelong fl ag member Shannon Byrnes, versatile tall Cameron Pedersen from North Melbourne, experienced midfi elder/forward David Rodan, young gun midfi elder Jack Viney, outstanding forward prospect Jesse Hogan (although not eligible to join Melbourne’s primary list until 2014) and speedster Dominic Barry.

Byrnes was the fi rst to join Melbourne, as an unrestricted free agent.

The 28 year-old small forward/

midfi elder played 108 matches and was a member of Geelong’s 2007 and 2009 premierships. But he said he was delighted to have a fresh start aft er a fi ne career at Kardinia Park.

“I leave a lot of great mates and memories at Geelong, but having said that, I’m just as excited about the memories and mates I’m going to make at Melbourne,” he said.

The Demons then netted youngsters Viney, Hogan and Barry.

Viney – the son of Melbourne great Todd – was the subject of

next non-compensation pick, which was No.26.

An outstanding junior, Viney is a left -footed inside midfi elder, whose attack on the ball is ferocious for his age and size.

General manager of list management, Tim Harrington, confi rmed that Melbourne would’ve claimed Viney with selection No.3 if its hand was forced.

“On the day, yes, we rated Jack at that pick at least,” he said.

Outstanding young power forward Hogan – rated a likely top three pick in 2013 – was claimed as a pre-listed selection from Greater Western Sydney.

The Demons gained Hogan, selection No.20 in the NAB

AFL Draft – later used for Dawes – and Barry (a

Northern Territorian zone selection). In exchange, the

Demons traded picks No.3 and No.13 to the Giants.

C o a c h Mark Neeld said that no added

p r e s s u r e or expectation

would be placed on the 17 year-old Hogan.

FREE AGENCYWords Matt Burgan

much speculation leading up to the father/son bidding. Although Greater Western Sydney had been linked in the media, the genuine threat was the Gold Coast Suns. In the wash-up, the Suns didn’t bid for Viney with selection No.2. Only Port Adelaide made a bid at No.7, which meant Melbourne was able to land V i n e y with its

Dees revamp list in free agency and trade period


Outstanding young power forward Hogan – rated a likely top three pick in 2013 – was claimed as a pre-listed selection from Greater Western Sydney.

The Demons gained Hogan, selection No.20 in the NAB

AFL Draft – later used for Dawes – and Barry (a

Northern Territorian zone selection). In exchange, the

Demons traded picks No.3 and No.13 to the Giants.

p r e s s u r e or expectation

would be placed on the 17 year-old Hogan.

management, Tim Harrington, confi rmed that Melbourne would’ve claimed Viney with selection No.3 if its hand was forced.

Melbourne landed some signifi cant talent and maximised its opportunities during the AFL’s inaugural free agency and extended trade period as melbournefc.com.au’s Matt Burgan explains

midfi elder played 108 matches and was a member of Geelong’s 2007 and 2009 premierships. But he said he was delighted to have a fresh start aft er a fi ne career at Kardinia Park.

“I leave a lot of great mates and memories at Geelong, but having said that, I’m just as excited about the memories and mates I’m going to make at Melbourne,” he said.

The Demons then netted youngsters Viney, Hogan

Viney – the son of Melbourne great Todd – was the subject of

made a bid at No.7, which meant Melbourne was able to land V i n e y with its

in free agency and trade period


Jack Viney Chris Dawes


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“We may have been down that road before with Jack Watts – some of the unrealistic expectations that were placed on Jack in the early part of his career – we’re certainly not doing that with Jesse,” he said.

At 195cm and 97.4 kg, Hogan ran a 20 metre sprint at the recent NAB AFL Draft Combine in 3.02 seconds – regarded as midfi eld standard. He also ran the three-km time trial in 10 minutes 20 seconds.

Barry, 18, who moved from the Northern Territory as a 14 year-old to board at St Patrick’s College and play with the North Ballarat Rebels, produced some outstanding results at the recent NAB AFL Draft Combine.

The Demons landed Dawes and selection No.58 aft er exchanging picks No.20 and No.45 to the Magpies. Harrington said that Dawes “fi lls a specifi c long term need”.

“He is a premiership player with plenty of fi nals experience, and brings a much needed physical presence to our forward line,” he said.

Dawes played 71 matches (23 games in 2012) and kicked 83 goals (including a career best 30 goals this year) for Collingwood, aft er debuting in 2008.

At 193cm and 105kg, Dawes will form a potent forward line, working with last year’s boom recruit and key forward, Mitch Clark.

Aft er 176 matches with Richmond and Port Adelaide, Rodan was

claimed on the fi nal day of the trade period for the Demons.

A member of Port Adelaide’s 2007 Grand Final team, the tenacious 29 year-old will provide spark and enthusiasm to the lineup.

Pedersen was the last player locked in before the trade period deadline.

The 25 year-old, 193 cm tall was delighted to join the Demons as a “link forward and ruckman”.

“They’ve got a clear, defi ned role for me … so it’s very reassuring when you get your own role showed to you and what’s expected of you,” Pedersen said.

Melbourne also made several list changes. Club great Brad Green retired aft er 254 matches. Melbourne’s 2011 best and fairest winner Brent Moloney and 2004 NAB AFL Star winner Jared Rivers were free agents. Moloney joined Brisbane Lions as a restricted free agent and Rivers joined the Geelong Cats as an unrestricted free agent.

Stef Martin (Brisbane Lions), Cale Morton (West Coast Eagles) and Jordan Gysberts (North Melbourne) were all traded.

Matthew Bate, Jamie Bennell, Lucas Cook, Liam Jurrah, Ricky Petterd, Kelvin Lawrence (second year rookie), Jai Sheahan (rookie) and Leigh Williams (rookie) were delisted.

Round 1Saturday, 31 March 2012Melbourne vs Brisbane Lions, MCG (H)Attendance: 33,473Brisbane Lions 17.17 (119) d. Melbourne 11.12 (78)

GOALS:Melbourne – Clark 2, Davey 1, Green 1, Howe 2, Magner 2, Martin 1, Trengove 1, Watts 1Brisbane Lions – Adcock 1, Banfi eld 3, Hanley 2, Leuenberger 1, McGrath 1, Merrett 2, Polkinghorne 3, Rockliff 3, Sheldon 1

Round 2Saturday, 7 April 2012West Coast Eagles vs Melbourne, Subiaco (A) (T)Attendance: 35,674West Coast Eagles 25.16 (166) d. Melbourne 9.4 (58)

GOALS:West Coast Eagles – Darling 4, Gaff 1, Hams 3, Hill 3, Kennedy 1, Kerr 1, Lynch 4, Naitanui 1, A Selwood 1, S Selwood 3, Shuey 1, Waters 2Melbourne – Clark 5, Dunn 2, Jones 2

Round 3Saturday, 14 April 2012Richmond vs Melbourne, MCG (A)Attendance: 49,826Richmond 20.13 (133) d. Melbourne 11.8 (74)

GOALS:Richmond – Conca 2, Cotchin 3, Deledio 2, Grigg 1, Houli 1, Jackson 1, Maric 1, Martin 1, Miller 3, Nahas 2, Riewoldt 1, Tuck 1, Vickery 1Melbourne – Clark 2, Dunn 2, Howe 2, Jones 1, Sellar 1, Trengove 2, Watts 1

Round 4Sunday, 22 April 2012Melbourne vs Western Bulldogs, MCG (H) (T)Attendance: 33,565Western Bulldogs 13.10 (88) d. Melbourne 9.13 (67)

GOALS:Melbourne – Bail 1, Bate 2, Clark 1, Davey 2, Moloney 1, Morton 1, Watts 1Western Bulldogs – Cooney 2, Dahlhaus 1, Djerrkura 1, Giansiracusa 2, Grant 2, Griff en 1, Jones 1, Roughead 1, Sherman 1, Wallis 1

Round 5Saturday, 28 April 2012Melbourne vs St Kilda, MCG (H) (N)Attendance: 24,877St Kilda 12.12 (84) d. Melbourne 10.6 (66)

GOALS:Melbourne – Bail 2, Bartram 1, Bate 1, Davey 1, Dunn 1, Jones 2, Moloney 1, Watts 1St Kilda – Hayes 1, Milne 2, Montagna 1, Riewoldt 2, Stanley 1, Steven 2, Wilkes 3

Round 6Saturday, 5 May 2012Geelong vs Melbourne, Simonds Stadium (A)Attendance: 18,010Geelong 17.17 (119) d. Melbourne 11.10 (76)

GOALS:Geelong – Bartel 2, Chapman 3, Hawkins 1, Johnson 3, Kelly 1, Mackie 2, Motlop 1, Podsiadly 3, Stringer 1Melbourne – Bate 2, Clark 4, Davey 1, Dunn 1, Howe 1, Jones 2

Round 7Friday, 11 May 2012Melbourne vs Hawthorn, MCG (H) (N)Attendance: 36,430Hawthorn 15.25 (115) d. Melbourne 6.13 (49)

GOALS:Melbourne – Clark 3, Howe 1, Magner 1, McKenzie 1Hawthorn – Breust 1, Franklin 3, Hale 1, Lewis 1, Puopolo 2, Rioli 1, Roughead 1, Savage 1, Smith 1, Suckling 1, Young 2

Round 8Saturday, 19 May 2012Sydney Swans vs Melbourne, SCG (A) (T)Attendance: 20,818Sydney Swans 21.12 (138) d. Melbourne 5.7 (37)

GOALS:Sydney Swans – Dennis-Lane 2, Jack 3, Jetta 3, Kennedy 3, Mattner 1, McGlynn 2, O’Keefe 1, Parker 3, Reid 1, Walsh 2Melbourne – Bennell 1, Green 1, Jones 2, Sylvia 1

Round 9Sunday, 27 May 2012Carlton vs Melbourne, MCG (A)Attendance: 28,371Carlton 15.17 (107) d. Melbourne 6.13 (49)

GOALS:Carlton – Armfi eld 1, Betts 5, Hampson 2, Kreuzer 1, Robinson 3, Tuohy 1, Walker 2Melbourne – Blease 1, Clark 3, Howe 1, Jones 1

Round 10Saturday, 2 June 2012Essendon vs Melbourne, MCG (A) (N)Attendance: 42,987Melbourne 8.10 (58) d. Essendon 6.16 (52)

GOALS:Essendon – Colyer 1, Davey 1, Hocking 1, Melksham 1, Watson 2Melbourne – Clark 1, Garland 2, Howe 1, Jones 1, Moloney 1, Morton 1, Sylvia 1

Round 11Monday, 11 June 2012Melbourne vs Collingwood, MCG (H)Attendance: 64,250Collingwood 19.15 (129) d. Melbourne 13.9 (87)

GOALS:Melbourne – Blease 1, Clark 4, Dunn 2, Howe 2, Magner 1, Rivers 1, Sylvia 1, Trengove 1Collingwood – Beams 1, Blair 2, Cloke 2, Fasolo 2, Goldsack 2, Jolly 2, Sidebottom 1, Sinclair 3, Swan 2, Wellingham 2

Round 12 – BYE

Round 13Sunday, 24 June 2012Melbourne vs GWS Giants, MCG (H)Attendance: 20,070Melbourne 20.15 (135) d. GWS Giants 9.3 (57)

GOALS:Melbourne – Bate 1, Blease 1, Clark 4, Davey 2, Garland 3, Howe 1, Jamar 1, Rivers 4, Sylvia 2, Trengove 1GWS Giants – Adams 1, Bugg 1, Cameron 3, Greene 1, Patton 1, Wilson 2

Round 14Sunday, 1 July 2012Brisbane Lions vs Melbourne, GABBA (A)Attendance: 22,144Brisbane Lions 18.14 (122) d. Melbourne 8.13 (61)

GOALS:Brisbane Lions – Bewick 1, Black 1, Brown 4, Green 2, Hanley 3, McGrath 3, Merrett 1, Polec 1, Redden 1, Zorko 1Melbourne – Bail 1, Bate 1, Blease 2, Garland 1, Howe 1, McKenzie 1, Sylvia 1

Round 15Saturday, 7 July 2012Melbourne vs Richmond, MCG (H)Attendance: 46,773Richmond 13.23 (101) d. Melbourne 11.12 (78)

GOALS:Melbourne – Bail 1, Bennell 1, Blease 1, Garland 1, Jones 1, Martin 2, McKenzie 1, Rivers 1, Sylvia 1, Tapscott 1Richmond – Deledio 2, Edwards 1, Grigg 1, McGuane 2, Nahas 4, Riewoldt 1, Tuck 1, White 1

Round 16Saturday, 14 July 2012Melbourne vs Fremantle, Etihad Stadium (H)Attendance: 13,284Fremantle 18.9 (117) d. Melbourne 12.11 (83)

2012 ROUND BY ROUNDRound 1Saturday, 31 March 2012Melbourne vs Brisbane Lions, MCG (H)Attendance: 33,473Brisbane Lions 17.17 (119) d. Melbourne 11.12 (78)

GOALS:Melbourne – Clark 2, Davey 1, Green 1, Howe 2, Magner 2, Martin 1, Trengove 1, Watts 1Brisbane Lions – Adcock 1, Banfi eld 3, Hanley 2, Leuenberger 1, McGrath 1, Merrett 2, Polkinghorne 3, Rockliff 3, Sheldon 1

Round 2Saturday, 7 April 2012West Coast Eagles vs Melbourne, Subiaco (A) (T)Attendance: 35,674West Coast Eagles 25.16 (166) d. Melbourne 9.4 (58)

GOALS:West Coast Eagles – Darling 4, Gaff 1, Hams 3, Hill 3, Kennedy 1, Kerr 1, Lynch 4, Naitanui 1, A Selwood 1, S Selwood 3, Shuey 1, Waters 2Melbourne – Clark 5, Dunn 2, Jones 2

Round 3Saturday, 14 April 2012Richmond vs Melbourne, MCG (A)Attendance: 49,826Richmond 20.13 (133) d. Melbourne 11.8 (74)

GOALS:Richmond – Conca 2, Cotchin 3, Deledio 2, Grigg 1, Houli 1, Jackson 1, Maric 1, Martin 1, Miller 3, Nahas 2, Riewoldt 1, Tuck 1, Vickery 1Melbourne – Clark 2, Dunn 2, Howe 2, Jones 1, Sellar 1, Trengove 2, Watts 1

Round 4Sunday, 22 April 2012Melbourne vs Western Bulldogs, MCG (H) (T)Attendance: 33,565Western Bulldogs 13.10 (88) d. Melbourne 9.13 (67)

GOALS:Melbourne – Bail 1, Bate 2, Clark 1, Davey 2, Moloney 1, Morton 1, Watts 1Western Bulldogs – Cooney 2, Dahlhaus 1, Djerrkura 1, Giansiracusa 2, Grant 2, Griff en 1, Jones 1, Roughead 1, Sherman 1, Wallis 1

Round 5Saturday, 28 April 2012Melbourne vs St Kilda, MCG (H) (N)Attendance: 24,877St Kilda 12.12 (84) d. Melbourne 10.6 (66)

GOALS:Melbourne – Bail 2, Bartram 1, Bate 1, Davey 1, Dunn 1, Jones 2, Moloney 1, Watts 1St Kilda – Hayes 1, Milne 2, Montagna 1, Riewoldt 2, Stanley 1, Steven 2, Wilkes 3

Round 6Saturday, 5 May 2012Geelong vs Melbourne, Simonds Stadium (A)Attendance: 18,010Geelong 17.17 (119) d. Melbourne 11.10 (76)

GOALS:Geelong – Bartel 2, Chapman 3, Hawkins 1, Johnson 3, Kelly 1, Mackie 2, Motlop 1, Podsiadly 3, Stringer 1Melbourne – Bate 2, Clark 4, Davey 1, Dunn 1, Howe 1, Jones 2

Round 7Friday, 11 May 2012Melbourne vs Hawthorn, MCG (H) (N)Attendance: 36,430Hawthorn 15.25 (115) d. Melbourne 6.13 (49)

GOALS:Melbourne – Clark 3, Howe 1, Magner 1, McKenzie 1Hawthorn – Breust 1, Franklin 3, Hale 1, Lewis 1, Puopolo 2, Rioli 1, Roughead 1, Savage 1, Smith 1, Suckling 1, Young 2

Round 8Saturday, 19 May 2012Sydney Swans vs Melbourne, SCG (A) (T)Attendance: 20,818Sydney Swans 21.12 (138) d. Melbourne 5.7 (37)

GOALS:Sydney Swans – Dennis-Lane 2, Jack 3, Jetta 3, Kennedy 3, Mattner 1, McGlynn 2, O’Keefe 1, Parker 3, Reid 1, Walsh 2Melbourne – Bennell 1, Green 1, Jones 2, Sylvia 1

Round 9Sunday, 27 May 2012Carlton vs Melbourne, MCG (A)Attendance: 28,371Carlton 15.17 (107) d. Melbourne 6.13 (49)

GOALS:Carlton – Armfi eld 1, Betts 5, Hampson 2, Kreuzer 1, Robinson 3, Tuohy 1, Walker 2Melbourne – Blease 1, Clark 3, Howe 1, Jones 1

Round 10Saturday, 2 June 2012Essendon vs Melbourne, MCG (A) (N)Attendance: 42,987Melbourne 8.10 (58) d. Essendon 6.16 (52)

GOALS:Essendon – Colyer 1, Davey 1, Hocking 1, Melksham 1, Watson 2Melbourne – Clark 1, Garland 2, Howe 1, Jones 1, Moloney 1, Morton 1, Sylvia 1

Round 11Monday, 11 June 2012Melbourne vs Collingwood, MCG (H)Attendance: 64,250Collingwood 19.15 (129) d. Melbourne 13.9 (87)

GOALS:Melbourne – Blease 1, Clark 4, Dunn 2, Howe 2, Magner 1, Rivers 1, Sylvia 1, Trengove 1Collingwood – Beams 1, Blair 2, Cloke 2, Fasolo 2, Goldsack 2, Jolly 2, Sidebottom 1, Sinclair 3, Swan 2, Wellingham 2

Round 12 – BYE

Round 13Sunday, 24 June 2012Melbourne vs GWS Giants, MCG (H)Attendance: 20,070Melbourne 20.15 (135) d. GWS Giants 9.3 (57)

GOALS:Melbourne – Bate 1, Blease 1, Clark 4, Davey 2, Garland 3, Howe 1, Jamar 1, Rivers 4, Sylvia 2, Trengove 1GWS Giants – Adams 1, Bugg 1, Cameron 3, Greene 1, Patton 1, Wilson 2

Round 14Sunday, 1 July 2012Brisbane Lions vs Melbourne, GABBA (A)Attendance: 22,144Brisbane Lions 18.14 (122) d. Melbourne 8.13 (61)

GOALS:Brisbane Lions – Bewick 1, Black 1, Brown 4, Green 2, Hanley 3, McGrath 3, Merrett 1, Polec 1, Redden 1, Zorko 1Melbourne – Bail 1, Bate 1, Blease 2, Garland 1, Howe 1, McKenzie 1, Sylvia 1

Round 15Saturday, 7 July 2012Melbourne vs Richmond, MCG (H)Attendance: 46,773Richmond 13.23 (101) d. Melbourne 11.12 (78)

GOALS:Melbourne – Bail 1, Bennell 1, Blease 1, Garland 1, Jones 1, Martin 2, McKenzie 1, Rivers 1, Sylvia 1, Tapscott 1Richmond – Deledio 2, Edwards 1, Grigg 1, McGuane 2, Nahas 4, Riewoldt 1, Tuck 1, White 1

Round 16Saturday, 14 July 2012Melbourne vs Fremantle, Etihad Stadium (H)Attendance: 13,284Fremantle 18.9 (117) d. Melbourne 12.11 (83)

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GOALS:Melbourne – Bail 2, Bate 1, Bennell 1, Blease 2, Green 3, Martin 2, Sylvia 1Fremantle – Ballantyne 2, Barlow 2, Bradley 1, Hill 2, Mayne 1, Mzungu 1, Pavlich 4, Pearce 2, Walters 3

Round 17Saturday, 21 July 2012Melbourne vs Port Adelaide, TIO Stadium (H) (N)Attendance: 6,714Port Adelaide 12.12 (84) d. Melbourne 8.8 (56)

GOALS:Melbourne – Blease 1, Green 2, Jones 1, Martin 1, Rivers 2, Sylvia 1Port Adelaide – Boak 1, Broadbent 1, Ebert 1, Lobbe 1, D Stewart 1, P Stewart 5, Wingard 1, Young 1

Round 18Saturday, 28 July 2012North Melbourne vs Melbourne, Etihad Stadium (A)Attendance: 20,816North Melbourne 19.13 (127) d. Melbourne 11.7 (73)

GOALS: North Melbourne – Adams 2, Anthony 1, Bastinac 1, Harper 1, Harvey 2, Macmillan 1, Petrie 4, Swallow 1, Tarrant 4, Thomas 2Melbourne – Blease 1, Garland 1, Green 3, Howe 1, Jones 1, Martin 1, Sylvia 3

Round 19Sunday, 5 August 2012Melbourne vs Gold Coast Suns, MCG (H) (E)Attendance: 18,097Melbourne 16.12 (108) d. Gold Coast Suns 9.12 (66)

GOALS:Melbourne – Bail 1, Blease 2, Green 5, Howe 1, Rivers 1, Sellar 1, Spencer 1, Sylvia 2, Tapscott 1, Trengove 1Gold Coast Suns – Ablett 1, Bennell 4, Brennan 1, Lynch 1, Rischitelli 1, Russell 1

RISING STAR NOMINATIONSTom McDonald – Round 13 vs GWS GiantsSam Blease – Round 20 vs St Kilda

MILESTONES250 career games – Brad Green, Round 18 vs North Melbourne

150 career games – Jared Rivers, Round 23 vs Fremantle

100 career games – Clint Bartram, Round 5 vs St Kilda100 career games – Matthew Bate, Round 15 vs Richmond100 career games – James Frawley, Round 22 vs Adelaide Crows

50 career games – Jack Watts, Round 13 vs GWS Giants50 career games – Jordie McKenzie, Round 14 vs Brisbane Lions50 career games – Jack Trengove, Round 14 vs Brisbane Lions50 career games – Jack Grimes, Round 20 vs St Kilda

MFC debut – Mitch Clark, Round 1 vs Brisbane LionsMFC debut – James Sellar, Round 2 vs West Coast Eagles

Senior debut – James Magner, Round 1 vs Brisbane LionsSenior debut – Josh Tynan, Round 1 vs Brisbane LionsSenior debut – Tom Couch, Round 16 vs Fremantle

Round 20Saturday, 11 August 2012St Kilda vs Melbourne, MCG (A)Attendance: 23,464St Kilda 16.11 (107) d. Melbourne 12.10 (82)

GOALS:St Kilda – Cripps 2, Goddard 1, Koschitzke 2, Milne 2, Riewoldt 1, Saad 2, Steven 1, Wilkes 5Melbourne – Blease 5, Dunn 1, Green 1, Howe 1, Jetta 1, Sellar 2, Sylvia 1

Round 21Saturday, 18 August 2012GWS Giants vs Melbourne, Manuka Oval (A)Attendance: 7,561Melbourne 11.18 (84) d. GWS Giants 9.5 (59)

GOALS:GWS Giants – Davis 1, Edwards 1, Greene 2, Hoskin-Elliott 1, McDonald 1, Phillips 1, Scully 1, Smith 1Melbourne – Green 1, Grimes 1, Howe 3, Rivers 2, Sellar 2, Trengove 2

Round 22Sunday, 26 August 2012Melbourne vs Adelaide Crows, MCG (H) (T)Attendance: 18,450Adelaide Crows 22.18 (150) d. Melbourne 11.15 (81)

GOALS:Melbourne – Blease 1, Green 2, Howe 1, Jones 1, Rivers 2, Sellar 2, Spencer 1, Watts 1Adelaide Crows – Callinan 4, Dangerfi eld 3, Douglas 2, Johncock 2, Petrenko 1, Reilly 1, Tippett 3, van Berlo 1, Walker 4, Wright 1

Round 23Saturday, 1 September 2012Fremantle vs Melbourne, Patersons Stadium (A) (N)Attendance: 32,687Fremantle 14.17 (101) d. Melbourne 5.10 (40)

GOALS:Fremantle – Ballantyne 3, Griffi n 2, Mayne 1, Mundy 1, Mzungu 2, Pavlich 2, Sandilands 2, Walters 1Melbourne – Blease 1, Fitzpatrick 2, Jones 1, Sellar 1

GOALS:Melbourne – Bail 2, Bate 1, Bennell 1, Blease 2, Green 3, Martin 2, Sylvia 1Fremantle – Ballantyne 2, Barlow 2, Bradley 1, Hill 2, Mayne 1, Mzungu 1, Pavlich 4, Pearce 2, Walters 3

Round 17Saturday, 21 July 2012Melbourne vs Port Adelaide, TIO Stadium (H) (N)Attendance: 6,714Port Adelaide 12.12 (84) d. Melbourne 8.8 (56)

GOALS:Melbourne – Blease 1, Green 2, Jones 1, Martin 1, Rivers 2, Sylvia 1Port Adelaide – Boak 1, Broadbent 1, Ebert 1, Lobbe 1, D Stewart 1, P Stewart 5, Wingard 1, Young 1

Round 18Saturday, 28 July 2012North Melbourne vs Melbourne, Etihad Stadium (A)Attendance: 20,816North Melbourne 19.13 (127) d. Melbourne 11.7 (73)

GOALS: North Melbourne – Adams 2, Anthony 1, Bastinac 1, Harper 1, Harvey 2, Macmillan 1, Petrie 4, Swallow 1, Tarrant 4, Thomas 2Melbourne – Blease 1, Garland 1, Green 3, Howe 1, Jones 1, Martin 1, Sylvia 3

Round 19Sunday, 5 August 2012Melbourne vs Gold Coast Suns, MCG (H) (E)Attendance: 18,097Melbourne 16.12 (108) d. Gold Coast Suns 9.12 (66)

GOALS:Melbourne – Bail 1, Blease 2, Green 5, Howe 1, Rivers 1, Sellar 1, Spencer 1, Sylvia 2, Tapscott 1, Trengove 1Gold Coast Suns – Ablett 1, Bennell 4, Brennan 1, Lynch 1, Rischitelli 1, Russell 1

RISING STAR NOMINATIONSTom McDonald – Round 13 vs GWS GiantsSam Blease – Round 20 vs St Kilda

MILESTONES250 career games – Brad Green, Round 18 vs North Melbourne

150 career games – Jared Rivers, Round 23 vs Fremantle

100 career games – Clint Bartram, Round 5 vs St Kilda100 career games – Matthew Bate, Round 15 vs Richmond100 career games – James Frawley, Round 22 vs Adelaide Crows

50 career games – Jack Watts, Round 13 vs GWS Giants50 career games – Jordie McKenzie, Round 14 vs Brisbane Lions50 career games – Jack Trengove, Round 14 vs Brisbane Lions50 career games – Jack Grimes, Round 20 vs St Kilda

MFC debut – Mitch Clark, Round 1 vs Brisbane LionsMFC debut – James Sellar, Round 2 vs West Coast Eagles

Senior debut – James Magner, Round 1 vs Brisbane LionsSenior debut – Josh Tynan, Round 1 vs Brisbane LionsSenior debut – Tom Couch, Round 16 vs Fremantle

Round 20Saturday, 11 August 2012St Kilda vs Melbourne, MCG (A)Attendance: 23,464St Kilda 16.11 (107) d. Melbourne 12.10 (82)

GOALS:St Kilda – Cripps 2, Goddard 1, Koschitzke 2, Milne 2, Riewoldt 1, Saad 2, Steven 1, Wilkes 5Melbourne – Blease 5, Dunn 1, Green 1, Howe 1, Jetta 1, Sellar 2, Sylvia 1

Round 21Saturday, 18 August 2012GWS Giants vs Melbourne, Manuka Oval (A)Attendance: 7,561Melbourne 11.18 (84) d. GWS Giants 9.5 (59)

GOALS:GWS Giants – Davis 1, Edwards 1, Greene 2, Hoskin-Elliott 1, McDonald 1, Phillips 1, Scully 1, Smith 1Melbourne – Green 1, Grimes 1, Howe 3, Rivers 2, Sellar 2, Trengove 2

Round 22Sunday, 26 August 2012Melbourne vs Adelaide Crows, MCG (H) (T)Attendance: 18,450Adelaide Crows 22.18 (150) d. Melbourne 11.15 (81)

GOALS:Melbourne – Blease 1, Green 2, Howe 1, Jones 1, Rivers 2, Sellar 2, Spencer 1, Watts 1Adelaide Crows – Callinan 4, Dangerfi eld 3, Douglas 2, Johncock 2, Petrenko 1, Reilly 1, Tippett 3, van Berlo 1, Walker 4, Wright 1

Round 23Saturday, 1 September 2012Fremantle vs Melbourne, Patersons Stadium (A) (N)Attendance: 32,687

GOALS:

Walters 1

Sellar 1

Fremantle 14.17 (101) d. Melbourne 5.10 (40)

Fremantle – Ballantyne 3, Griffi n 2, Mayne 1, Mundy 1, Mzungu 2, Pavlich 2, Sandilands 2,

Melbourne – Blease 1, Fitzpatrick 2, Jones 1,

Sam Blease – Round 20 vs St Kilda

Melbourne – Blease 1, Green 2, Howe 1, Jones 1, Rivers 2, Sellar 2, Spencer 1, Watts 1Adelaide Crows – Callinan 4, Dangerfi eld 3, Douglas 2, Johncock 2, Petrenko 1, Reilly 1, Tippett 3, van Berlo 1, Walker 4, Wright 1

Fremantle vs Melbourne, Patersons Stadium

Fremantle 14.17 (101) d. Melbourne 5.10 (40)

Fremantle – Ballantyne 3, Griffi n 2, Mayne 1, Mundy 1, Mzungu 2, Pavlich 2, Sandilands 2,

Melbourne – Blease 1, Fitzpatrick 2, Jones 1,


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The Melbourne Business Community is a network of over 300 likeminded business

professionals who are able to connect and build long term, mutually beneficial business relationships.

With a variety of individual industry groups available, members are offered networking lunches with industry leading guest speakers, as well as behind the scenes information from the inner workings

CORPORATE HOSPITALITY

In a year that was difficult on the field, our match day President’s Club function continued to be

one of the AFL’s premier match day events, with an average of 400 guests attending per game this season. It was a sustained effort throughout the season, and really helped to cement the reputation of this superb offering.

The Melbourne Football Club Coterie (the oldest Coterie group in the AFL) celebrated its 75th

anniversary this year and – as this longevity attests - the members’ commitment to and passion for the Club cannot be questioned. They are at the heart of the Club, and we anticipate that this will be the case for the next 75 years and beyond. We thank outgoing President Eric Dick for his commitment this year, and look forward to new President Chris Brown continuing the good work.

Two events in their second year in 2012 were the Melbourne Football Club and Konica Minolta Golf Day, as well as Fishing and Football in the Top End. With 25 teams participating in the golf at the fantastic Heritage and Country Club, a great day was had by all involved, including MFC players, corporate clients and event sponsor Konica Minolta. Heading to Darwin to escape the Melbourne winter, the now ‘infamous’ fishing trip was again a highlight of the corporate calendar in late July as 25 Club sponsors and corporate clients enjoyed both the hospitality and fishing at magnificent Crab Claw Island. It’s fair to say that one of the premier fish was caught by Chris Connolly, of which we have not yet heard the end.

Thanks to all for your support during the 2012 AFL season, and we look forward to another great year in 2013. Visit www.melbournebusinesscommunity.com.au to find out more.

Corporate Hospitality MelbourneBusiness Community

of the Melbourne Football Club and AFL.

Much like the Club itself, our business community continues to evolve as we establish ourselves as industry leaders in this space – engaging not only our traditional supporters, but also those with a general business interest who are able to benefit from the opportunities this unique community provides.

Our corporate clients continue to be some of the most loyal supporters in the AFL, and 2012 was no different.


ADMINISTRATIONChief Executive Officer: Cameron SchwabExecutive Assistant: Chelsea GiansiracusaChief Operating Officer: Matthew GreenGeneral Manager - Strategy: Ben GroomStrategy Analyst: Rob HallidayBusiness Development Manager MCC and MFC: Peter BicknellFinance Manager: David ChippindallAccountant: Lauren GrovesSenior Accountant: Lauren SmithAccounts Payable: Carl Tritt*/Carla KennyIT Manager: Richard ArnottIT Desktop Support: Lisa GrassoHR Manager: Jane Robertson*/Amanda HowesChief Commercial Officer: John Poulakakis*General Manager – Club Development: Chris ConnollyStrategic Relationship Manager: Tom ParkerBequest Manager: Sharon WangmanGifting and Relationships Manager: Jackie EmmertonStakeholder Relations Coordinator:Lucy Bell*/Renee DobsonGeneral Manager – Commercial Operations: Peter MaynardCorporate Sales Manager: Tom McClureSponsorship Account Managers:Lauren WhitakerGeorgina SwainSponsorship Sales Coordinator:Celia McDonald*Corporate Account Managers: Leon McConvilleTerri-Ann Stynes (maternity leave)Steve KourasanisCorporate Sales Activation Officer:Melanie Stepnell*Events Manager: Trudi Jensen*Events Coordinator: Mallory SmithEvents Assistant: Viki MicevskaGeneral Manager – Marketing and Communications:Jennifer WattCommunity Manager: Debbie LeeCommunity Coordinator: Glenn BalmforthSchools Coordinator: Renee Dobson*

Community Coordinator – Casey Partnerships: Jade Moffat Fan Development Manager: Martin Cox*Digital Marketing Manager: Ryan Earles Historian: Lynda CarrollGraphic Designer: Penny BoadleCustomer Marketing Coordinator: Ellie McKenzie Media Manager: Ryan LarkinEditor and Chief Football Writer:Matt BurganCommunications Assistant: Matthew GoodropeDigital Content Coordinator: Jack McCowanCustomer Relations Officer:Maddie Stewart*/Georgina LewisAdministration Trainee: Christina KassisRetail Manager: Tom MacDonaldRetail Trainee: Keely O’HalloranMembership Manager: Fiona TrewhittMembership Services Manager:Jane McGoughMembership Coordinator: Luke Donald*Membership Officers:Bridget HansonMichael O’DonnellCarla Kenny*/Thomas Melenhorst

FOOTBALLDirector of Sports Performance:Neil CraigSenior Coach: Mark NeeldGeneral Manager - Player Personnel and Strategy: Todd VineyCasey Scorpions Coach: Brett Lovett*Divisional Coach – Forwards: Leigh BrownDivisional Coach – Midfield: Brian RoyalDivisional Coach – Backline: Jade RawlingsDevelopment Coach – Forwards: Paul SatterleyDevelopment Coach – Midfield: Aaron GreavesDevelopment Coach – Backline: Andrew Nichol

Opposition Analyst: David Dunbar*Mental Skills Coach: Fraser Carson*Biomechanics: Kevin BallGrappling/Boxing Coach: John BowmanFootball Manager: Josh MahoneyFootball Administration Manager:Jackie Emmerton*Football Administration: Sean LarkinFinance and Facilities Manager:Mark LongFootball Operations Manager: Craig NotmanPlayer Services Manager: Craig LeesTeam Manager: Spike HarrisProperty Manager: Anthony BrownFootball Technology Manager: Pete RobertsSenior Football Analyst: Luke ChambersAssistant Football Analyst: Robbie ChancellorStatisticians:Matt HannanMichael TyeAndrew WilsonAlex MurgaskiGeoff MuscatGeneral Manager – List Management:Tim HarringtonNational Recruiting Officers:Gary Burleigh Tim LambRecruiting Technology Coordinator:Darren FarrugiaSenior Recruiter (WA):Bernie DunnSenior Recruiter (SA): David OateyRecruiters (Vic):Daniel Reid, Rob Draper, Jackson Cook, Don BaronPro Scouting:Kelly O’DonnellElite Performance Manager: David MissonStrength and Conditioning Coach: Rob JacksonAssistant Fitness Coach: Adam Paulo*/Alex SakadjianPhysiotherapists:Sam PietschGary NichollsPaula Charlton Casey Physiotherapist:Shane O’Sullivan

Head Doctor: Dan BatesDoctors:Bassam MosesZeeshan ArainGPS Load Analyst: Katy MouritzDietician: Joanna ShinewellPodiatrist: Matthew AppletonTraining Services Co-ordinator:Pete Roberts Massage Coordinator: Ron GriffithsMasseurs:Annice BurdeuChris HeddleIan NathanJim YatomiKara PrattMichael WooldridgeShaun BostockShelley PlacekNick TrapiniHead Trainer:John StanawayTrainers:Tom BicknellAnnice BurdeuJohn ClareKim HamerAlex MiriklisNathan NolanShelley PlacekSteven TaylorRunners:Craig NotmanAndrew NicholDoorkeepers:Barry KingArthur WilkinsonMark WilkinsonChaplain: Cameron ButlerBootstudder:Josh MeddingsProperty Steward:James LockhartAssistant Property Stewards:Brian DobsonMartin DobsonVolunteers:Julie LockhartKaye HargreavesKaren Woodroofe*Left/changed roles throughout the season

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BEQUESTS

In 2012, history was made when the Melbourne Football Club offi cially launched the Ron

Barassi Bequest Society.The launch of the Bequest Society

was hosted by Ron Barassi and Chris Connolly.

Barassi said he was extremely privileged to be involved, urging attendees to consider leaving a bequest to assist the Club in years to come.

“I am really passionate about ensuring the future success of this great club, and to see it return to its former glory,” he said.

Barassi explained that making a bequest to the Club provides another way of supporting the red and blue family without impacting your present income, while making an incredible diff erence in the future.

Six members were formally inducted into the society. Each received a specially designed Ron Barassi Bequest Society recognition

As a young boy, I dreamed of playing for Melbourne, following in my father’s

footsteps.I am proud that my journey will

now continue as a lasting legacy for generations through the Ron Barassi Bequest Society.

Bequests provide a simple but incredibly powerful way for all past, present and future supporters of the Melbourne Football Club to make a vital contribution to the future of the Club by building a large capital reserve.

The Ron Barassi Bequest Society was formed to recognise and thank

gift and their name written into the founding members’ honour book.

Bequest societies are becoming increasingly common across the sporting industry, with several AFL clubs already having them in place.

Chairperson of the Bequest Society, Fay Spencer, said, “It is our intention that the Ron Barassi Bequest Society will play a large part in ensuring the Club’s fi nancial future, as we are dedicated to giving our members the opportunity to participate in special functions and to enjoy making new friends with people who all share a passion for the Melbourne Football Club.”

Bequest Manager of the Melbourne Football Club, Sharon Wangman, encouraged guests that if they had already included a bequest, intended to do so or simply wished to explore the possibility of leaving a gift in their will, to please contact her for a confi dential conversation on (03) 9652 1157 or email: [email protected]

I am really passionate about ensuring the future success of this great Club, and to see it return to its former glory“ ”

those people who decide to make a bequest to the Club as part of their legacy.

I hope you will join me in securing the future of the Club you love by making a bequest to the Melbourne Football Club as part of your estate planning.

PatronThe Ron Barassi Bequest Society

Ron Barassi

The Bequests team – Fay Spencer, Ron Barassi and Bequests Manager, Sharon Wangman

History in the making


In 2012, the Foundation Heroes continued growing, building on the goodwill and commitment

that began with Jim Stynes and Don McLardy in 2008. It was then that they galvanised the Melbourne Football Club community into not only eradicating a $5 million debt, but also into securing the future of the oldest club in the competition.

From that formative event, held at a warehouse in Kensington on a memorable August night, Jim Stynes and Don McLardy saw the

forging of a group which has grown to over 450 and the debt – which once seemed so formidable – is now well and truly cleared. It started with over $2 million being pledged, and by 2010, the Club was debt free, with contributions emerging from all quarters of the Club community, led by the Foundation Heroes.

The vision of Stynes and McLardy was to take the number of Foundation Heroes to 1000. The Club now has over 450 committed Demons as Foundation Heroes. Once again, they

came together in August, with over 700 people – including directors, coaches and players as well as Foundation Heroes – gathering at Crown for the group’s annual dinner, highlighted by a trade show to showcase recent investments in coaching innovations, with the emphasis on technique and technology. With the function marking the end of the 2012 campaign, it was a profitable exercise yet again, netting a profit of over $500,000.

The ongoing Club investment in the group is also an impressive one,

with staff resources at the forefront. These include Chris Connolly in his new role as General Manager of Club Development, joined by Jackie Emmerton in the role of Gifting and Relationships Manager .

As Connolly recognises, the vital part now being played by the Foundation Heroes, now that the debt is cleared, is to ‘build a war chest’. From these funds flow the opportunities to recruit strongly, secure the best facilities, and support the Club on all levels possible. Achievements to date include assisting to create the opportunity to recruit the likes of Mitch Clark and Chris Dawes.

With such a powerful background and impressive pedigree, the role being played by the Club’s Foundation Heroes looks set to be an important and ongoing one, making a valuable contribution and turning the war chest into a treasure chest, well into the future.

FOUNDATION HEROESFOUNDATION HEROES

Ron Barassi

Words Lynda CarrollHistory in the making

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1 Bill Gibbins2 Peter Szental3 David Thurin4 Geoffrey Porz5 Mark Walkley6 Greg Hargrave7 Guy Jalland8 Philip Allison9 Wayne Crewes10 David J Massey11 George Simon12 Ross Young13 Glenn Barnes14 Barry Bourke15 Luke Hartman16 Andrew Kroger17 David Broomhall18 Leigh Perkins19 Richard Price20 Ross Turnbull21 Antony Baillieu22 Charlie Baillieu23 Bev Barlow24 Doug Barlow25 John Collett26 Peter Cooper27 Michael Corcoris28 Philip Cornish29 Roger Donazzan30 Ian George31 Leonard Gill32 Stuart Grimshaw33 Bill Guest34 Wayne Handley35 David Hatton36 Patrick Hilditch37 John Hodgson38 Terry Janes39 Peter Kopke40 Ross Lava41 Garry Lyon42 Geoff Malkin43 Simon Malkin

44 Geoff Mason45 Tim Mason46 James Massey47 Brock McLean48 Richard Mole49 Mark Nicholson50 Terry O’Brien51 Henry Otto52 Steuart Roe53 John Rothfield54 Mark Rothfield55 John Tsabasidis56 John Shalit57 John Trotter58 David Wellington59 Peggy Wellington60 Geoff Freeman61 Stephen Bickford62 Robert Bowen63 Robert Christie64 Chris Connolly65 Eileen Crewes66 Eric Dick67 John Etherington68 Matthew Franceschini69 Jim Gardiner70 Jamie Gray71 Alan Guest72 Stewart Gull73 Gordon Hammet74 Jock Langley75 Don McLardy76 David Muir77 David Neitz78 Adrian O’Brien79 Robert O’Brien80 Michael Pearce81 Tony Rodbard-Bean82 Brian Sheehan83 Peter Spargo84 Stephen Spargo85 Frank D’Agostino86 Ron Barassi

87 Michael Breen88 Simon Garnett89 Fred Oldfield90 Craig Robson91 Peter Thomson92 Daniel Williamson93 Drew Wood94 John Wright-Smith95 Michael Albrecht96 Bill Balcam97 Robert Barber98 Robert Barrington99 Neville Beer100 Reuben Benkel101 Irving Birch102 David Bird103 Leo Blake104 Bruce Brown105 Michael Burbank106 Andrew Cannon107 Jack Chrapot108 Harley Cohen109 Nicholas Corcoris110 Rohan Davis111 Douglas Derham112 Simon DeWinter113 Gary Diamond114 Gordon Dickinson115 Geoff Dumbrell116 Bernie Dunn117 Tim Eddy118 Andrew Erikson119 Andrew Facey120 Bryan Kenneally121 Peter Fielding122 Roger Fitzgerald123 Barry Fitzpatrick124 Max Flinker125 Ross Foster126 Marcus Freeman127 Paul Galwey128 Boris Gelberg129 Fiona Geminder

130 Raphael Geminder131 Ralph Glezer132 Leon Goldberg133 Phil Goodman134 Michael Goss135 Peter Gyopar136 Pam Haddrell137 Jim Harris138 Karen Hayes139 Greg Healy140 Barry Helfenbaum141 Richard Henderson142 Mary Anne Holland143 Allan Holmes144 Paul Hopgood145 Jack Hoppe146 Russel Howcroft147 Kenneth Hyden148 Zig Inge149 Anthony Ingerson150 Paul Ivany151 Tom Jackett152 Karin Jalland153 Mark Jalland154 Robert Jamieson155 Craig Joel156 Ian Johnson157 Trevor Johnson158 Noel C Jones159 Torsten Kasper160 Scott Keck161 Anthony J Keelan162 John Kidman163 Nancy Kimpton164 Phil King165 Mike Kostos166 Nick Kostos167 Tony Kostos168 Stephen Laussen169 Douglas Lee170 Neil Lockwood171 Chris Lovell172 Harold Lubansky

173 Euan Luff174 Rick Jamieson175 John Mahoney176 Peter Matthey177 John McBride178 David McCloskey179 Greg McCormack180 Lelde McCoy181 Peter McGrath182 Duncan McIntyre 183 Clare McLardy184 Ross Milne-Pott185 Ross Mitchell186 Levi Mochkin187 Carmel Morfuni188 Sid Myer189 Colin Neave190 Ross Paterson191 Elaine Paul192 Brian Perkins193 Graham Peters194 Rob Pitt195 Andrew Ramsay196 Ian Ramsay197 Michael Ramsay198 David Rennick199 Peter Righetti200 Henry Ritterman201 Simon Roach202 Connie Roda203 Alan Rose204 Bob Sadlon205 Ronald Serry206 Andrew Shelton207 David Slobom208 Steven Smith209 Michael Smith210 Kate Spargo211 Jim Stynes212 Ricci Swart213 Craig Thompson214 Tracy Vogel215 Gary Watson

216 Phil Weinman217 Greg Wells218 David Williams219 Brian Wilson220 Ted Yencken221 Joe Ricciardo222 Helen Otto223 John Atkinson224 Lawrie De La Rue225 Carolann De La Rue226 Alec Leopold227 William Crothers228 Mandy Yencken229 Andrew Chirnside230 John Thomson231 Wayne Stringer232 Jeremy Brown-Greaves233 Fred Fuster234 Lawrence Young235 Graeme Hayes236 Gregory Tilley237 John Cronin238 Timothy Holland239 Cameron Schwab240 Kelly O’Donnell241 Eric Firth242 Andrew Crace243 Tim Hunt244 Darcy Thompson245 Graeme Neville246 Richard Starkins247 Stan Klain248 Rod Trevena249 Stuart Davies250 Joanne Auffray251 Paul Young252 Peter Rahilly253 Hugh Ellis254 Bob Pacunskis255 Bobby Pacunskis256 Leigh Pacunskis257 Jim Kelleway258 Michael Gallenti

FOUNDATION HEROES

Original Foundation Heroes


281 Vanessa Mason282 Benjamin Mason283 Annabel Mason284 Ron Klein285 Ross Stillwell286 Chris Brown287 John Turnbull288 Chris McPherson289 James McPherson290 Paul Cowan291 David Cooper292 Roger Wingate293 Anthony Hancy294 Barry Markoff 295 Jon Irvine296 Warren Da Costa297 Ian McDougall298 Darren Spence299 John Henderson300 Daniel Mahoney301 Bruce Young302 Philip Gregory

303 Robert McInnes304 Julie O’Halloran305 Roger McKinnon306 Lindsay Murray307 Andrew Lezala308 Kip Homewood309 Anthony Lewis310 Lisa Thurin311 Lauren Thurin312 Michael Thurin313 Andrew Thurin314 Matthew Fitzgerald315 Andrew Leoncelli316 Peter Atkinson317 Paul Freeman318 Jennifer Freeman319 Ben George320 Matthew Hilditch321 Katherine Lewis322 Peter McArthur323 Peter McCoy324 John Robinson

325 Sam Stynes326 Gil Van Der Venne327 William Rennick328 Charlotte Rennick329 Dean Bailey330 Neil McMullin331 Penny McMullin332 Alan Soward333 George James334 Joseph Zanca335 Ewan Letts336 Anthony Starkins337 Richard Seddon338 Geoff Edwards339 Gabriel Szondy340 Lawrence O’Shea341 David Nicolson342 Judith Nicolson343 Ian Edney344 Graeme Jack345 Kenneth Park346 Charles Sitch347 Michael Coglin348 Geoff Slade349 Chris Sleigh350 Greg Haustorfer351 Peter Dohrmann352 Richard Stawell353 Tim Stanes354 David Jones355 Anna McGrath356 Harry Cheung357 Belinda Gallenti358 Tom Smiley359 Stephen Doig360 Michael Muir361 Penny Mackieson362 Matthew Bond363 Ronald Baker364 Rodney Brown365 Adam Mcconnell366 Michael Tratt367 Andrew Murray

259 Gordon Rose260 Jim Power261 Bill Harries262 Sam Buono263 Shaun McVicar264 Kate Howcroft 265 Cliff ord Lever266 Neil Smith267 Nick Freezer268 Lisa Schreurs269 Fred Haig270 Brian Stynes271 Damien Davis272 Steve Johnson273 Philip Cramer274 Andrew Cramer275 Edward Cramer275 Anthea Crawford276 Robert Bristow277 David Frieze278 Corne Olivier280 William Lyall

368 Des De Krester369 Craig Hutchinson370 Russell Warmington371 Bernie Holtschke372 Mike McShane373 Helen Ingram374 Ian Keelan375 Andrew Sutcliff e376 Ruth Speirs377 Ian Routley378 Robert Mathieson379 Daryl Labrooy380 Gerard Clancy381 Robert Collie382 Edward Cohen383 Ian Jackson384 Peter Maynard385 Bruce D Cumming386 James Marks387 Daniel Moon388 Andrew Pandeli389 Joan Ravell390 Mae Connelly391 Neil Brown392 Teresa Hassett393 Anthony O’Connell394 Graeme Robinson395 Andrew Ajani396 Jon Moodie397 Michelle Gill398 Valeri Peters399 Joanne Sleigh400 James Roland401 Genevieve Schaefer402 Enid Mahoney403 Alice Hill404 Geoff Robertson405 Ian McPherson406 David Sims407 George Fishlock408 Graham Etherington409 Joe Di Conza410 Stuart Bartley

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HISTORY STATS

1935 1936 1937 1938 1939 1940 1941 1942 1943 1944 1945 194619471948 1949 1950 1951 1952 1953 1954 1955 1956 1957 1958 1959 1960 1961 1962 1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997

La Fontaine, ALa Fontaine, AMueller, JESmith, NWMueller, JEBaggott, ROLa Fontaine, ALa Fontaine, ACordner, DonSmith, NWFanning, FJMueller, JELock, WARodda, ARDockett, LSCordner, DenisMcMahen, NJMcGivern, GMelville, KCordner, DenisSpencer, SSpencer, SBeckwith, JSMithen, LSMithen, LSDixon, BJBarassi, RDMann, HPMann, HPBarassi, RDTownsend, JDLeahy, TMMann, HPGroom, RTownsend, JDDavis, FWWells, GTAlves, NSDitterich, CAlves, NSFowler, LWWells, GTFlower, RABaker, GJFowler, LWFowler, LWSmith, SJIcke, SJohnson, AAHealy, GerardHughes, DHealy, GregStretch, SPO’Dwyer, SJohnson, AALyon, GPStynes, JPLovett, GViney, TLyon, GPStynes, JPStynes, JPStynes, JP

LIFE MEMBERSPre H.C.A. Harrison*1943 F. Grey-Smith* A.C. Norcott* W.C. McClelland* A.A. Manzie* G. Haines* J.C. Blair* W.S. Hirst* P. Page*1943 P.J. Beames* R.J. Corbett* M.P. Gibb* C.H. Lilley* J.E. Mueller* G.F. Ogden* R.J. Taylor*1944 H.E. Brereton* H.J. Fry* N.W. Smith*1945 W.M. Allan* W. de C. Berry* A.E. Chadwick* A.V. Coutie* H. Donahoo* W.M. Flintoft* W. Hislop* F.V. Hughes* F.W. Ince* J.A. Jones* A. La Fontaine* A. McL. Paterson* W. Murphy* F. Pleass* J. Roach* H.G. Stanley* E.C.H. Taylor* F.S. Vine* R. Wynd*1946 W.J. Adams* R.O. Baggott R.F. Fischer* J. Furniss* R.B. Hogg* G.A. Jones* W.A. Lock*1947 S.A. Brownbill*1948 A.R. Rodda*1949 R.E. Dowsing* A.M. Dullard*

100 GAMES OR MORE (1897 - 2012)Neitz, DA 1993 - 2008 306Flower, RA 1973 - 1987 272Yze, A 1995 - 2008 271Stynes, JP 1987 - 1998 264Febey, SN 1988 - 2002 258Green, B* 2000 - 2012 254Dixon, BJ 1954 - 1968 252McDonald, J 1997 – 2010 264 251White, J 1998 – 2008 268 236Lovett, B 1986 - 1998 235Viney, T 1987 - 1999 233Robertson, R 1997 – 2009 228 Lyon, GP 1986 - 1999 226Alves, NS 1965 - 1976 266 226Bruce, C 2000 – 2010 234 224Wells, GT 1969 - 1980 267 224Hardeman, G 1967 - 77 & 81 219Mueller, JE 1934 - 1950 216Beames, PJ 1931 - 1944 213Smith, NW 1935 - 1948 227 210Williams, D 1953 - 1968 205Barassi, R Jnr 1953 - 1964 254 204Smith, SJ 1974 - 1985 203Johnson, T 1959 - 1969 202Sullivan, A 1967 - 1979 191Yeats, G 1984 - 1994 182Mann, HP 1959 - 1968 178Beckwith, JS 1951 - 1960 176Bourke, B 1963 - 1973 175McMahen, NJ 1946 - 1956 175Schwarz, DT 1991 - 2001 173Kenneally, WB 1959 - 1969 171La Fontaine, A 1934 - 42 & 45 171Biffi n, RL 1968 - 1979 170Davis, F 1964 - 1973 168Cordner, Don 1941 - 1950 166Stretch, SP 1986 - 1993 189 164Adams, F 1953 - 1964 164Taylor, RJ 1922 - 31 & 35 204 164Tingay, SG 1989 - 2000 162Corbett, RJ 1920 - 1929 161Johnstone, T 1998 – 2007 209 160Davey, A* 2004 - 158Wilson, B 1982 - 1990 209 154Townsend, JD 1962 - 1972 153Mithen, LS 1954 - 1962 153Cordner, Denis 1943 & 48 - 56 152Coutie, AV 1901 - 1911 152Pearce, AM 1904 - 1913 152Deans,WH 1942 - 1950 152 151Rivers, J* 2003 - 150

Viney, TSchwarz, DTWoewodin, SNYze, ANeitz, DARobertson, RWhite, J Johnstone, TMcDonald, JMcDonald, JBruce, CDavey, AGreen, BMoloney, BJones, N

1998 19992000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012

CHAMPIONS, GOALS, GAMES, HONOURS & AWARDS

BEST AND FAIREST AWARD(INTRODUCED 1935)

J.P. McGrath* C. McLean*1950 D.P. Cordner*1952 L. D’Altera* H.C. Long* W.J. Saunders* W.G. Spry* I.P. Warne-Smith*1953 W. Neal*1954 A. Neal*1955 N.J. McMahen1956 G.D. Cordner* W.K. Scott*1959 A.L.V. King* N.H. King* C.R. McKay*1960 J.S. Beckwith J.H. Cardwell* I. McLean*1961 N.J. Abernethy* K. Chalmers* D.G. Duff y* F. Fraser* M. Hutchins* J.C. Loughrey*1962 F. Adams R.D. Barassi G.A. Case T.F. Johnson G.J. Gleeson*1963 B.J. Dixon J. C. McLoughlin*1964 R.S. Geary* G.A. Lenne L.S. Millis* H. McPherson1965 K. Carlon* R. Edwards* B. Jeff rey* J. Lord1966 D. Williams*1968 R.E. Johnson W.B. Kenneally A.E. Langley* H.P. Mann B. Massey R. Read* I.J. Ridley*1969 L. Green*1970 W. Deans* T.C. Trumble*1971 G. Swan J.D. Townsend1972 B. Bourke1973 F. Davis1974 D.T. Phillips* G.R. Simpson1975 N.S. Alves G.G. Osborne1976 G.E. Hardeman A.J. Sullivan W.E. Th omson*1977 G.H. Bell* R.L. Biffi n1978 S.F. Allica* N.H. Parkhill* G.T. Wells1979 R.J. Ashby* W.A. Rodriquez1980 A. Henderson* K. Nancarrow

R. L. Wartman*1981 A.H. Bull R.A. Flower R.A. Mollison* B.S. Sims*1982 C.S. Bradley1983 P.H. Rhoden I.A. Th orogood1984 G.J. Hutchison E. Massey* S.J. Smith1985 I.W. Dunlop* V.G. Harwood* K.J. Rowe1986 M. Kostos A.G. McKnight* Sir B.M. Snedden* J. Stanton*1987 R. Manley S. Spencer*1988 K.V. Jones L. Morgan* D.W. Peel1989 R. Lane1990 K. Cheong* G. Paine*1991 C. Connolly T. Jackett L. McHutchison* K. McKaige* S. Zantuck1992 G. Simon A. Wilkinson S. Wittman*1993 Greg Healy J.R. Mitchell* G.J. Yeats1994 R.M. Grinter S.P. Wight*1995 B. J. Lovett G. P. Lyon B.J. King1996 G.A. Lovett J.P. Stynes* T.G. Viney B.T. Beard*1997 S.N. Febey N. Lockwood*1998 G.G. Coningsby R.B. Johnson (Jnr)* S.G. Tingay2000 W.E. Balcam K.L. Beard D.T. Schwarz M.T. Febey2001 R. Mather2002 D. E. Baron A. J. Gardner D. A. Neitz2004 G. Collins* A. Yze2005 A. Daff L. Jones* N. Keyburn* J. G. Leith* G. Marchant R. Monk* G. Moodie* A. M. Pearce* J. O. Smith* C. Streeter*

C. Young*2006 C. Harris J. McDonald A. Nicholson R. Robertson2007 N. Brown N. Daniher L. Dockett* C. Fagan I. Johnson T. Johnstone D. Ward J. White2009 C. Bruce B. Green P. Wheatley M. Whelan*Deceased

Whelan, M 2000 – 2009 150Wight, S 1985 - 1995 150Obst, A 1990 -1997 149Arnold, LA 1946 - 1954 149Brown, ND 1998 – 2007 146Leoncelli, A 1997 - 2003 146Osborne, G 1966 - 1977 146McLean, I 1951 - 1960 146Warne-Smith, IP 1919 & 25 - 32 146Febey, MT 1992 - 2000 143Allan, WM 1910 - 15 & 19-23 142Healy, Greg 1984 - 1993 141Chadwick, AE 1920 - 1928 158 141Fowler, LW 1975 - 1981 189 140Johnson, RB 1954 - 1961 140Lock, WA 1936 - 1949 140Sylvia, C* 2004 - 138Woewodin, S 1997 - 2002 200 138McLean, C 1940 - 1949 138Fischer, RW 1933 - 1941 137Davidson, J 1924 - 1932 137Ward, D 1998 – 2007 136Jones, N* 2006 - 135Wheatley, P 2000 – 2009 135Johnson, AA 1982 - 1990 135Grinter, R 1985 - 1994 134Ogden, GF 1928 - 1937 134Moodie, G 1897 - 1905 134Miller, B 2003 – 2010 157 133Baggott, RO 1935 - 1945 133Gibb, MP 1934 - 1943 133Streeter, C 1920 - 1928 133Leith, JG 1897 - 03 & 05-08 & 11-12 133Lord, J 1956 - 1965 132Lilley, CH 1913 - 15 & 19-25 132Keenan, P 1970 - 75 & 81-82 213 131Rodda, AR 1939 - 1950 131Healy, Gerard 1979 - 1985 211 130Ridley, IJ 1954 - 1961 130Abernethy, NJ 1923 - 1932 130Young, CH 1897 - 1904 129Lovett, G 1987 - 1999 127Baker, GJ 1974 - 1981 147 127Collins, JA 1923 - 1931 127Bickford, GF 1945 - 1952 126McKenzie, R 1948 - 1955 125Wartman, RL 1935 - 1942 125Monk, R 1907 - 1914 125Jamar, M* 2003 - 124Hughes, D 1984 - 1990 135 124Giles, P 1979 - 1987 124Laidlaw, CR 1954 - 1962 124Case, GA 1953 - 1962 123Moloney, B* 2005 - 145 122Spencer, S 1950 - 1956 122Ingerson, AG 1995 - 2001 158 121Lovell, A 1988 - 1995 164 121Brewer, R 1970 - 1978 174 121Jones, L 1933 - 1941 121Parke, G 1967 - 1973 171 119Farmer, J 1995 - 2001 229 118Johnson, Trevor 1953 - 1962 118McGrath, JP 1940 - 1950 118Rohde, P 1988 - 1995 163 117Tunbridge, G 1957 - 1962 117Long, HC 1929 - 1937 117Sowden, A 1899 - 1906 117Dullard, AM 1940 - 1949 116Vagg, B 1962 - 1969 115Coy, HF 1921 - 1928 115Hopgood, PL 1993 - 2000 113

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DAVID NEITZ MEDAL (300 GAMES FOR MELBOURNE)Neitz, DA 2007

100 PLUS CONSECUTIVE GAMES FOR MELBOURNEStynes. JP 1987-1998 244Yze, A 1997-2008 226Cordner, Don 1942-1950 144Deans, WH 1943-1950 135Wells, GT 1971-1977 131Taylor, RJ 1922-1929 127Mann, HP 1959 -1965 123Lovett, B 1987 -1992 117Kenneally, WB 1962-1968 113Woewodin, SN 1997-2002 107Dixon, BJ 1956-1961 106Hardeman, G 1971-1976 104Cordner, Denis 1951-1956 101Smith, NW 1937-1942 101

100 GOALS OR MORE FOR MELBOURNENeitz, DA 1993-2008 628Smith, NW 1935-1948 546Robertson, R 1997-2009 428Lyon, GP 1986-1999 426Fanning, FJ 1940-1947 411Mueller, JE 1934-1950 378Green, B* 2000 - 350Beames, PJ 1931-1944 323Flower, RA 1973-1987 315Baggott, RI 1935-1942 308Johnson, R snr 1926-1933 302Barassi, R jnr 1953-1964 295Johnson, R jnr 1954-1961 267Margitich, GF 1930-1934 267Farmer, J 1995-2001 259McKenzie, R 1948-1955 255Wells, GT 1969-1980 251Schwarz, DT 1991-2002 243Yze, A 1995-2008 234Ridley, IJ 1954-1961 228

LEADING GOAL KICKERS (1897 - 2012)1897 Leith, JG 261898 Young, CH 211899 Leith, JG 211900 Ryan, T 241901 Langley, FE 171902 Leith, JG 261903 Coutie, AV 191904 Coutie, AV 391905 Cordner, H 161906 Onyons, B 161907 Leith, JG 211908 Coutie, AV 371909 Brereton, HE 341910 Fairbairn, SJ 241911 Fairbairn, SJ 241912 Brereton, HE 561913 Maguire, MJ 131914 Best, AE 301915 Park, RL 351916 No Play

Clark, D 1968 -1975 113Johnson, R snr 1926 - 1933 113McKenzie, WA 1909 - 15 & 19 112Nicholson, A 1997-2006 110Spalding, E 1987 - 1991 211 109Wittman, SL 1924 - 1931 109Purse, J 1900 - 06 & 08 110 109Dullard, A 1973 - 1981 108Rigoni, G 1998 - 2005 107Haines, GV 1919 - 1925 194 106Godfrey, S 2000 - 2007 105 Kowal, D 1992 - 1999 105McGivern, G 1950 - 1956 105Dowsing, RE 1939 - 1946 105Vine, FS 1926 - 1934 105Walsh, P 1999 - 2004 127 104McDonald, A 1997 - 2002 104Fanning, FJ 1940 - 1947 104Th omas, EH 1921 - 28 & 32 104Bartram, C* 2006 - 103Bate, M* 2006 - 102Dockett, LS 1946 - 1951 102Frawley, J* 2007 - 101Newport, S 1985 - 1990 140 101Massey, B 1960 - 1967 100Crompton, N 1957 - 60 & 62-66 100Gleeson, GJ 1953 - 1962 100*Current Day Players

Coutie, AV 1901-1911 212Bruce, C 2000- 2010 210Bennett, D 1989-1993 208Wilson, B 1982-1989 208Jakovich, A 1991-1994 201Brewer, R 1972-1978 196Mann, HP 1959-1968 193Healy, Gerard 1979-1985 189Brereton, HE 1909-1915 187Townsend, J 1962-1972 182Adams, F 1953-1964 180Parke, G 1968-1973 169Healy, Greg 1984-1993 167Gibb, MP 1934-1943 167Leith, JG 1897 -1912 162Alves, NS 1965-1976 160Davie, H J 1924-1927 160Davey, A* 2004 - 159Clarke, N 1951-1955 155Bourke, B 1963-1973 154Jackson, M 1981-1982 152Lovell, A 1988-1995 146Webb, AJ 1955-1959 146Spencer, S 1950-1956 146Harker, HS 1920-1924 146Smith, SJ 1974-1985 144Dullard, AM 1940-1949 143Rodda, AR 1939-1950 142Glass, EG 1933-1938 135Dillon, R 1966-1972 133Vagg, B 1962-1969 132Wittman, S 1924-1931 132Jackson, R 1986-1991 131Biffi n, RL 1968-1978 131Stynes, JP 1987 -1998 130Tunbridge, G 1957-1962 128Sylvia, C* 2004 - 120Tulloh, AP 1921-1927 115Hardeman, GE 1967-1981 113Baker, GJ 1974-1981 112Johnstone, T 1998-2007 111Warne-Smith, IP 1919-1932 110Emselle, K 1962-1969 109Mithen, LS 1954-1962 108Coles, HL 1975-1981 106Moyes, HM 1927-1928 106Williams, D 1983-1988 102Callery, P 1970-1973 102Taylor, RJ 1922-1935 100

1917 No Play1918 No Play1919 Haines, GV 151920 Harker, HS 231921 Harker, HS 471922 Harker, HS 471923 Tulloh, AP 311924 Tulloh, AP 421925 Davie, HJ 561926 Moyes, HM 551927 Davie, HJ 401928 Johnson, RC 551929 Taylor, RJ 301930 Margitich, GF 731931 Margitich, GF 661932 Margitich, GF 601933 Johnson, RC 621934 Mueller, JE 521935 Gibb, MP 591936 Glass, EG 561937 Baggott, RI 511938 Smith, NW 801939 Smith, NW 541940 Smith, NW 861941 Smith, NW 881942 Fanning, FJ 371943 Fanning, FJ 621944 Fanning, FJ 871945 Fanning, FJ 671946 Mueller, JE 581947 Fanning, FJ 971948 Arnold, LA 411949 McKenzie, R 461950 Cordner, Denis 361951 McKenzie, R 401952 Clarke, N 511953 McKenzie, R 381954 Clarke, N 491955 Spencer, S 341956 Spencer, S 421957 Webb, AJ 561958 Webb, AJ Barassi, RD 441959 Barassi, RD 461960 Ridley, IJ 381961 Johnson, RB 361962 Mithen, LS 371963 Bourke, B 481964 Townsend, JD 351965 Townsend, JD 351966 Mann, HP 231967 Mann, HP 381968 Mann, HP 311969 Dillon, R 531970 Dillon, R 471971 Callery, P 441972 Parke, G 631973 Brewer, R 321974 Brewer, R 401975 Wells, GT 321976 Biffi n, RL 471977 Brewer, R 261978 Coles, HL 331979 Flower, RA 331980 Crosswell, B 311981 Jackson, M 761982 Healy, Gerard 771983 Flower, RA 401984 Templeton, K 511985 Wilson, B 401986 Healy, Greg 35

1987 Flower, RA 471988 Jackson, R 431989 Bennett, D 341990 Bennett, D 871991 Jakovich, A 711992 Jakovich, A 401993 Jakovich, A 391994 Lyon, GP 791995 Lyon, GP 771996 Neitz, DA 561997 Neitz, DA & Farmer, J 301998 Farmer, J 471999 Neitz, DA 462000 Farmer, J 762001 Robertson, R 422002 Neitz, DA 822003 Neitz, DA 652004 Neitz, DA 692005 Robertson, R 732006 Neitz, DA 682007 Robertson, R 422008 Miller, B 262009 Robertson, R 292010 Green, B* 552011 Jurrah, L* 402012 Clark, M* 29*Current Day Player

MEDALLISTSBrownlow1926, 28 Warne-Smith, IP1946 Cordner, Don1982 Wilson, B1984 Moore, P1991 Stynes, JP2000 Woewodin, S

Gardiner (Reserves)1928 (equal) Driver, N1935 Kinnear, J1943 Hart, E1956 Kerr, G1968 Rhoden, P1969 Emselle, K1971 Brown, B1975 Chamberlain, N1990, 93 Keogh, R

Morrish (U 19)1948 Harvey, R1961 Johnston, T1968 Callery, P1974 Friedman, P1981 Battiston, A1982 Bamblett, L1983 Healy, Greg

JJ Liston (VFL Best and Fairest)2005 Johnson, P

PREMIERSHIPSSeniors1900, 1926, 1939, 1940, 1941, 1948, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1959, 1960, 1964

Reserves1931, 1932, 1933, 1934, 1935, 1939, 1949, 1956, 1969, 1970, 1984, 1993, 2000*, 2004, 2005, 2006* VFL Premiership, Sandringham FC. (VFL Alliance 2000 to 2008)

Under 191947, 1953, 1964, 1971, 1981, 1983

Dr W M McClelland Trophy1955, 1956, 1958, 1990

Night /Fosters Cup1971, 1987, 1989

Wooden Spoon(Last on VFL/AFL ladder)1905, 1906, 1919, 1923, 1951, 1969, 1974, 1978, 1981, 1997, 2008, 2009

MFC TEAM OF THE CENTURY 2000Coach Norm SmithCaptain Ron Barassi JnrVice Captain Robert FlowerBack Pocket (Rover) John BeckwithFull Back Robert ‘Tassie’ JohnsonBack Pocket (Ruck) Donald CordnerHalf-Back Flank Noel McMahenCentre Half -Back Gary HardemanHalf-Back Flank Don WilliamsWing Brian DixonCentre Allan La FontaineWing Robert FlowerHalf-Forward Flank Hassa MannCentre Half-Forward Ivor Warne-SmithHalf-Forward Flank Garry LyonForward Pocket (Ruck) Jack MuellerFull Forward Norm SmithForward Pocket (Rover) Percy BeamesRuck Denis CordnerRuck Rover Ron Barassi JnrRover Stuart SpencerInterchange Frank Adams,Albert Chadwick, Wally Lock, Laurie Mithen, Jim Stynes, Todd VineyEmergencies Stan Alves, Bob Johnson Jnr, Ian Ridley, Greg Wells

HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES2001Th omas Wentworth Wills(Founders)Henry Colden Antill Harrison (Founders)William McClelland (Pioneers and Administrators)Jim Cardwell(Pioneers and Administrators)Ivor Warne-Smith(Yesteryear)Albert Chadwick(Yesteryear)Percy Beames(Yesteryear)Allan La Fontaine(Yesteryear)Jack Mueller(Glory Days)Norm Smith(Glory Days)Donald Cordner(Glory Days)Denis Cordner(Glory Days)Noel McMahen(Glory Days)Stuart Spencer(Glory Days)

John Beckwith(Glory Days)Ron Barassi(Glory Days)Brian Dixon(Glory Days)Frank Adams (Glory Days)Ian Ridley(Giory Days)Hassa Mann(Glory Days)Frank ‘Checker’ Hughes(Glory Days)Greg Wells(Modern Era)Robert Flower(Modern Era)Sam Allica(Unsung Hero)

2003Stan Alves, Ron Baggott, R ‘Bob’ Johnson, Laurie Mithen, Don Williams

2006Fred McGinis, Percy Page, R ‘Tassie’ Johnson, Gary Hardeman, Jim Stynes, Brett Lovett, Garry Lyon

2008Dudley Phillips (Unsung Hero), Joe Blair (Pioneer and Administrator), Barry Bourke, Greg Healy, Todd Viney, Sean Wight

Hall of Fame Legends2001 Norm Smith2003 Ron Barassi2006 Ian Ridley2008 Donald Cordner

Coleman Medal2002 Neitz, DA

NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVES & AWARDSTassie Medal(Best & Fairest in Aust. National Football League carnivals)1961 Dixon, B

ALL AUSTRALIAN TEAM1956, 58, 61 Barassi, RD1961 Dixon, BJ1966 Mann, HP1972 Hardeman, G1980, 83 Flower, RA1987 Stretch, SP1987 Wight, S1988 O’Dwyer, S1988 Hughes, D1988, 89, 90 Lovett, B1989 Johnson, AA1989, 90, 93, 94, 95 Lyon, GP1991, 93 Stynes, JP1994 (Coach) Balme, N1994 Tingay, SG1995, 2002 Neitz, DA1998 Viney, T2000 Farmer, J2002 Yze, A2004 White, J2006 McDonald, J2010 Frawley, J2010 Jamar, M


TOP FIVE

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4 Camping: One of my favourite things

to do is get away with my family. I’m happy to camp anywhere that has a camp fi re!

1My black lab Max: We’ve had him for 2.5 years now

and he keeps me, and my partner Jayde, busy by walking him every night.

1Travelling: I recently returned from a trip to the

USA with Jack Watts, Max Gawn and Luke Tapscott and loved it. I’ve defi nitely got the travel bug.

4Golf: I enjoy having a hit

with the boys on our day off . I usually go with Jeremy Howe, Jake Spencer and Ro Bail.

2French Bulldogs: I don’t have one but I

really want one! Dad’s a vet so I’ve always been surrounded by animals. Our list of pets goes on forever.

3Barwon Heads: My family has a

caravan there and I love spending time down there over summer. 3Mum’s

homemade pumpkin soup: Nothing beats it.

2Homemade wood fi re

pizza: Mum has the oven at her place and

it makes for an extra incentive to visit!

5Co≠ ee: Since moving to Melbourne my coff ee

intake has increased. There are heaps of good places to go around St Kilda.

5Fruit and vegetable juicer: I’ve got a

cold press juicer and I blend any vegetable or fruit you can think of, even broccoli!

Five things we love

with the boys on our day off . I usually go with Jeremy Howe, Jake Spencer and Ro Bail.

4

Barwon Heads:My family has a

caravan there and I love spending time

him every night.

2pizza:oven at her place and


Jack Grimes Jack Trengove

2really want one! Dad’s a vet so I’ve always been surrounded by animals. Our list of pets goes on forever. forever.

intake has increased. There

4 Camping: my favourite things

to do is get away with my family. I’m happy to camp anywhere that has a camp fi re!

1Travelling: I recently returned from a trip to the

USA with Jack Watts, Max Gawn and Luke Tapscott and loved it. I’ve defi nitely got the travel bug.

I enjoy having a hit

with the boys on our day off . I usually go with Jeremy Howe,

3Mum’s homemade

pumpkin soup:Nothing beats it.

Homemade wood fi re wood fi re

Mum has the oven at her place and


5Co≠ ee: Since moving to Melbourne my coff ee

intake has increased. There are heaps of good places to go around St Kilda.

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