We’re looking for an enthusiastic person to manage the canteen activities for our St Mary’s Football and Netball Club in 2024. The main function of this role will be planning, organising, and monitoring the day to day operations of the canteen. This is a paid position. Dates required9 Thursday night (for food delivery) and Saturday’sContinue reading “WE’RE HIRING: Canteen Manager”
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Women’s History Month: Troy Bickerton’s inspiring journey in championing women’s football
In honour of Women’s History Month, we’re shining a spotlight on individuals who have been instrumental in championing women’s sports at St Mary’s. Today, we’re highlighting the current Senior Women’s Premiership winning coach Troy Bickerton! Troy’s passion for supporting girls and women’s sport began when his daughter Madi’s basketball team needed a coach. Not wantingContinue reading “Women’s History Month: Troy Bickerton’s inspiring journey in championing women’s football”
International Women’s Day 2024
Happy International Women’s Day! This year’s theme is #InspireInclusion. It underscores the crucial role of inclusion in achieving gender equality. The theme resonates deeply within our club, as it is a well known fact that women are undervalued in the sporting arena. As a Club, we are united in the belief that true progress requiresContinue reading “International Women’s Day 2024”
Women’s History Month: Jessie Bickerton – a champion of women’s footy
In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting people that have been a driving force behind women’s sports at St Mary’s. To kick off, we’re talking to Jessie Bickerton, current Senior Women’s Team Manager and Football Manager, committee member, former player, unofficial Club photographer and much, much more. Growing up, Jess was always immersed inContinue reading “Women’s History Month: Jessie Bickerton – a champion of women’s footy”
Unlocking success with David Buttifant
Last week, our current and upcoming Club leaders gathered for their second session with leading sports performance specialist David Buttifant who has over 25+years of experience working with AFL club and Olympic athletes. One of the key takeaways from the session was the emphasis on instilling specific values and behaviours within our Club’s culture. DavidContinue reading “Unlocking success with David Buttifant”
Winning on and off the court
Our netball teams had an awesome time at sponsor Jaga Jaga last night! The players cashed in their Best on Ground vouchers to enjoy delicious pizza and cocktails before taking on trivia. With minds as sharp as their on-court skills, they won trivia and will no doubt return to Jaga Jaga soon to spend theContinue reading “Winning on and off the court”
Stars off the field: Senior players help at Junior Club open day
Over the weekend, our senior men’s and women’s players stepped up to help out at St Mary’s Junior Football Club Open Day. A massive shoutout to Huon McGibbon, Meg Girolami, Hayden Bickerton, Georgia Kitchell, Tane Cotter, Lily Cotter, and Patrick Carbis. The Senior Club couldn’t be prouder of our players who took time out ofContinue reading “Stars off the field: Senior players help at Junior Club open day”
Game changers of 2023
As we bid farewell to another incredible year, let’s take a moment to reflect on the extraordinary achievements that have defined St Mary’s journey throughout 2023. From an impressive surge in participation to life-saving donations, our club has truly excelled in making a positive impact on and off the field. Women win their first everContinue reading “Game changers of 2023”
International Volunteer Day
Today is International Volunteer Day, a chance to celebrate the volunteers in our community and the contributions they make to our Club. The theme this year is #IfEveryoneDid. If everyone volunteered, the world would be a better place; our St Mary’s community would be a better place. #IfEveryoneDid… imagine the possibilities! From improved facilities andContinue reading “International Volunteer Day”
2024 Committee
Following our AGM yesterday, please welcome our Committee for 2024: – President: Mark Stanley– Vice President: Rob Cotter– Secretary: Lauren Ind– Treasurer: Evan Butterworth– Director of Football: Greg Hanlon– Football Manager: Jessie Bickerton– Football Manager: Glenn Costello– General Committee Member: Deb Costello– General Committee Member: Pat Waldron– General Committee Member: Mark Read We’d also likeContinue reading “2024 Committee”
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