Congratulations Troy Bickerton on an amazing footy journey with St Mary’s!
Bicko first came to the Club in 2013 and immediately made an impact being named in the best 7 times that season, with his ruck craft matching the best in the league.
Bicko’s tap work and willingness to do whatever the team needed made him a critical part of the Club. Despite a few near misses, Bicko’s hard work and dedication paid off in 2017 and 2018 when the team finally achieved premiership success.
Furthermore, Bicko accomplished the remarkable feat of playing alongside his son, Hayden, in a heartwarming display of family legacy within the Club.
Now retired from playing, Troy has continued to make his mark by building our women’s football team from the ground up alongside his wife Jessie, daughter Maddie and son Hayden.
Under Bicko and his son Hayden’s coaching, the women’s team achieved a significant milestone last year by making it to their first-ever grand final, an incredible achievement and a history-making one for our Club.
Now, in the current season, the team’s success has only continued to grow. As minor premiers for the second consecutive year, they’re strong contenders for another Grand Final appearance, providing the players with an opportunity to make history once again.
In 2021, Troy and his wife Jessie were recognised for their dedication to the Club and particularly the women’s football team with the ‘Livio Basile Award’ that recognises the best Club people.
And when he’s not coaching the women, you can find him at U19s games at 9:40am running water or doing whatever needs to be done.
Troy and his family have undoubtedly created an enduring legacy at the Club both on and off the field. Their influence, particularly on women’s football, will remain ingrained in our Club’s history.
SMFNC 