SOUTH Warrnambool export Hugh McCluggage ticked off another achievement last weekend, with the Brisbane Lion playing his 150th game against the Adelaide Crows last Saturday.
The 25 year-old produced a big effort in his milestone match, kicking two goals from 28 touches as the Lions held to triumph by six points at the GABBA.
It was strong exclamation point on what has been a blossoming career since he joined the Lions in 2016, with his performances over the year warranting All Australian squad selection and top three finishes in the Merrett-Murray Medal and his team-mates voting him as vice-captain ahead of this season.
McCluggage shunned the limelight ahead of his 150th match but did speak pre-game about how proud he was of his achievement.
“It has been an amazing journey,” he said.
“To become part of a club that was struggling when we got here but is now one of the most consistent organisations on and off the field is something I’m extremely grateful for and am proud to have played a small part in.
“There have been many special moments and I have met a lot of great people along the journey.
The victory kept the Lions in the hunt for a top two berth and home qualifying final, with McCluggage keen to go as deep into September with his club.
“My sole goal now is achieve the ultimate in team success,” he said.
“I think that for as long as I play, I’ll be striving to improve individually but I want to make sure that those around me are getting better each day and we keep a culture that nurtures and attracts great people so that we can be a consistently great club for a long time.”
The Lions take on Collingwood on Friday night at Marvel Stadium.
Sports Trainers are wanted
There is a high demand for sports trainers, as the Association looks to plan courses for pre-season in 2024. These courses include First Aid, CPR update, Sports trainers’ level 1 course and the possibility of more.
There are lots of benefits in becoming a sports trainer. The Association is happy to help anyone interested and can facilitate been paired with a mentor or some experience with a sports trainer for a day.
New and Improved!!!
We look forward to holding our final meeting and AGM for 2023 on Sunday the 6th of August at 1pm in Warrnambool.
We welcome a guest speaker from feet up, sports and podiatry. Her presentation will include shin splits, plantar fasciitis and tight calves.
Agenda also includes:
The Association is ran by the officer bearers and a dedicated sub-committee. We welcome anyone interested to join the committee even if it’s not in an officer bearing position- Many Hands Make Light Work
Please note:
All Inquiries are most welcomed
For information please contact Samantha 0419026171
Proudly Supported by: The Flying Horse, Warrnambool – Pulse CPR – Star Printing
Email: sspokes@yahoo.com.au | Facebook page: South West Trainers
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On Monday 29 August, the HFNL were pleased to celebrate our Junior Footballers and Netballers at the 2022 awards.
Please see below wrap of the award winners.
Netball
South West TAFE 13 & Under Reserves Netball
Best and Fairest
Winner: Arli Langdon (Koroit) – 22 Votes
Runner-Up: Maya Veale (South Warrnambool) – 18 Votes
South West TAFE 13 & Under Netball
Best & Fairest
Winner: Indi O’Connor (Koroit) – 29 Votes
Runner-Up: Piper Stephens (Camperdown) – 27 Votes
South West TAFE 15 & Under Netball Reserves
Best and Fairest
Winners: Hannah Gleeson (Koroit) & Olivia Cope (Warrnambool) – 17 Votes
Runner-Up: Stella Patterson (South Warrnambool) – 15 Votes
South West TAFE 15 & Under Netball
Best and Fairest
Winner: Shelby O’Sullivan (Koroit) – 37 Votes
Runner-Up: Matilda Darcy (Cobden) – 33 Votes
South West TAFE 17 & Under Netball Reserves
Best and Fairest
Winner: Hayley Nicolson (Koroit) – 27 Votes
Runners-Up: Elisa Howard (Cobden) & Grace Schrama (South Warrnambool) – 21 Votes
South West TAFE 17 & Under Netball
Rebekah Moroney Memorial Medal
Winner: Lara Taylor (Cobden) – 36 Votes
Runner-Up: Mary Place (Camperdown) – 33 Votes
Football
South West TAFE Under 14’s Football
Stuart Brunt Medal
Winner: Jack Sobey (Hamilton Kangaroos) – 29 Votes
Runner-Up: Leo Ellerton (South Warrnambool) – 27 Votes
Goal Kicking Award
Josh Slater (Terang Mortlake) – 43 Goals
South West TAFE Under 16’s Football
Doug McConnell Medal
Winner: Rhys Unwin (Cobden) – 30 Votes
Runner-Up: Tate Waterson (Koroit) – 20 Votes
Goal Kicking Award
Jake Hardy (Hamilton Kangaroos) – 53 Goals
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