Past Players: Lee Minuz

Congratulations Lee Minuz on an amazing footy journey with St Mary’s!⁠
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Lee was a remarkable player who exemplified bravery and dedication on the field as a defender. He consistently played at a high level, and there hasn’t been a more loved or respected teammate at our Club.⁠
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His outstanding performances led him to win the senior Best and Fairest award in 2014, and he achieved multiple top 3 finishes, which speaks to his exceptional consistency over the years. Notably, he played a crucial role in the 2018 Men’s Senior Premiership, where he led the backline and was named among the best players six times.⁠
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Beyond his on-field achievements, Lee was a true champion off the field and was considered the heartbeat of the senior side. ⁠
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Now in retirement, Lee can cherish the countless great memories he created during his time playing. ⁠
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His legacy as an uncompromising defender and an incredible teammate will undoubtedly live on at the Club.⁠

Unlocking the secrets of high performance

It was fantastic to have David Buttifant from Resilience Builders speak to our men’s footy players last night before they head into finals in the coming weeks.⁠
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David is a high performance specialist who has worked with elite athletes for over twenty five years both at an Olympic level and in the AFL. ⁠
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David conducted a motivational session with the players, focusing on fostering resilience, coping with anxiety by staying present, and supporting each other’s growth as athletes. ⁠
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He also emphasised the importance of providing honest and accurate feedback in the right way, and driving accountability within the team.⁠
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David’s speech was a valuable experience, and the team undoubtedly gained valuable insights and knowledge from it.⁠

Past Players: Myles Guldon

Leading up to our Past Players Day, we’re recongising some of our recently retired players, starting with Myles Guldon.⁠ ⁠

Myles ‘Guldza’ Guldon was a remarkable key forward, often playing much bigger than his height suggested.⁠ ⁠

He was known for his dominance on the field and had a knack for stepping it up even beyond expectations for big games. One of the standout moments of his career was the 2018 Senior Men’s Grand Final against Panton Hill. ⁠ ⁠

We weren’t sure he’d be able to play in that 2018 Granny. Myles was stuck in bed due to illness on Friday but 24 hours later he had a premiership medallion and best on ground medal around his neck.⁠ ⁠

That season also saw him finish 2nd in the league goal kicking with an impressive tally of 48 majors. His success continued in 2019 when he outstanding performance was recognised by being named in the NFNL Division 2 Team of the Year, while also finishing 4th in the league goal kicking.⁠ ⁠

Myles’ leadership qualities were evident as he captained the team for two seasons, contributing both on and off the field. His impact and influence were crucial to the team’s success, and he sits comfortable alongside the best players in Club history.⁠ ⁠

Unfortunately, Myles’ illustrious career came to an end at the conclusion of the 2022 season. Nevertheless, his contributions and legacy will be remembered by our players and supporters for years to come.⁠

2023 Past Players Day

Join us this Saturday for our annual Past Players Day!

Come along and reminisce over games past and historic premierships, and reconnect with old team mates.

Plus, cheer on our senior men’s team as they take on Diamond Creek!

Food will be provided and the bar will be open.

🗓️ Saturday 5 August
📍 Whatmough Park
🕑 2pm onwards

It’s a free event, so just turn up on the day. But feel free to RSVP on Facebook and spread the word.

St Mary’s save 75% on chiropractic care

2023 Sponsor The Chiropractic Co are offering an exclusive discount to St Mary’s to help you stay on track with your fitness and wellbeing.⁠

Just for being part of our club you can save $150 on an initial chiropractic consult at The Chiropractic Co, located conveniently on Diamond Creek Road.
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Initial consult includes:⁠
– On-site spinal X-Ray⁠
– Chiropractic adjustment and treatment⁠
– Postural and nervous system assessment⁠
– History & examination⁠
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Plus, there’s an ongoing discount regular customers from St Mary’s.

To redeem the discount:
– add a comment when booking online that you’re from St Mary’s; or
– tell the team in person when you arrive for your appointment.

Book online at www.thechiropracticco.com.au.⁠
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Offer is open to all players, coaches, team managers, trainers and other football and netball management staff.⁠
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HICAPS available on site.⁠
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T&Cs apply⁠

NFNL Lifeline Northern Melbourne Round

Tonight we kick off the inaugural NFNL and Lifeline Northern Melbourne Round. ⁠ ⁠

The purpose is to raise funds and awareness of Lifeline Northern Melbourne and the phenomenal work they do in the community supporting people in need. ⁠ ⁠

Lifeline Northern Melbourne is a non-profit organisation that provides free, 24-hour telephone crisis support service in Australia to promote mental health awareness and suicide prevention.⁠ ⁠ Each year, over one million Australians reach out to Lifeline for support and Lifelines crisis support line receives a call every 30 seconds.⁠ ⁠

To mark this Round, Lifeline and the NFNL ask that each member of the NFNL community continue to lookout for one another.⁠ ⁠

Remember that it’s it’s okay to not be okay. At St Mary’s we are part of a community; you are never alone.

If you need support, reach out to a team mate, coach, team manager or any other supporter or volunteer you feel comfortable to speak with.⁠

For further support, you can contact Lifeline 24/7 via phone, text or online chat.

Message from the President: Tackling Road Safety

Hi everyone,

This weekend we will ‘band together’ to support the AFL Victoria and TAC Victoria Road Safety Round, donning blue armbands to honour the lives touched by road trauma and promote road safety in our community.

Many factors can contribute to unsafe driving. However, distracted driving a major contributor to road trauma. Shockingly, studies have shown that drivers on their phones are 10 times more likely to be involved in an accident.

Remember, distractions extend beyond mobile phones. You could be distracted by your GPS, eating a snack, a smartwatch, or even a passenger. Just two second with your eyes off the road doubles your risk of crashing. To put it in perspective at 50km p/h, you would travel 28 metres in 2 seconds – roughly the length of a cricket pitch.

If you’re caught using a phone or other device, you’ll be fined $555 and lose four demerit points. For a p-plater that means only one demerit point left. So don’t risk it – follow TAC’s safety tips including turning on do not disturb or putting your phone and other devices out of reach while driving.

We support TAC’s vision of no deaths or serious injuries on our roads. That’s why I urge each and every one of you actively participate in the TAC Club Reward Road Safety initiatives this year by:

Let’s work together to ensure the safety of ourselves, our loved ones, and everyone on the road. Remember, every action you take for road safety will help us earn up to $10,000 that we can invest into our Club.

Stay safe,
Mark Stanley
Club President

HELP THE CLUB AND WIN

Sign up to be a St Mary’s seller for the Toyota Good For Footy Raffle! Some clubs have already raised over $13K this year.

Message us your full name and email to our Instagram or Facebook page get your unique seller code.

The more tickets you sell through your unique code, the more chances YOU HAVE TO WIN one of three great prizes:

  • 2024 Burra 45 Number (worth $500)
  • 2 x Presentation Night tickets (approx $240)
  • 1 Presentation Night ticket (approx $120)

For players who have already purchased tickets: These tickets will be credited to you account if you become a seller.

Tickets are just $5 and 100% of the proceeds go to St Mary’s.⁠
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⁠There’s $252,846 in prizes up for grabs, including three new Toyota’s!
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So get your family and friends to buy a ticket or ten and be Good for Footy!⁠

NAIDOC WEEK 2023: Indigenous Insights with Judhil Canendo

This NAIDOC Week find out more about Indigenous Senior Women’s player Judhil Canendo ahead of the Sir Doug Nicholls Round.⁠
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Juddie is a true force to be reckoned with, proudly representing her Indigenous heritage during this NAIDOC Week and beyond!⁠

2016 St Mary’s Junior Girls trip to Cairns where many of our players first met Juddie
Juddie at age 13 participating in a cultural dance competition