A huge congratulations to our Senior Women’s Division 1 team, who have capped off an incredible season by being crowned 2026 NFNL Division 1 Premiers! The Burras completed the perfect season on Sunday, defeating Montmorency by 12 points in the Grand Final at Preston City Oval. The triumph marks the team’s third Senior Women’s premiershipContinue reading “Senior Women complete perfect season!”
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St Mary’s stars named in Team of the Year
We’re proud to congratulate 12 representatives who have been recognised across the NFNL Division 1 and Division 3 Women’s Teams of the Year! It is a fantastic achievement for the players, coaches and the club, and recognition of two outstanding seasons that will culminate with both teams competing in their respective Grand Finals this Sunday.Continue reading “St Mary’s stars named in Team of the Year”
Kiara Delia cliams Coaches MVP
We’re pleased to congratulate Kiara Delia on winning the 2026 NFNL Division 1 Women’s Football Coaches MVP Award, capping off an outstanding debut season with the Burra. Delia stormed home in the count, polling an incredible 33 of her 61 votes between Rounds 10 and 14 to claim the award by six votes. The formerContinue reading “Kiara Delia cliams Coaches MVP”
Senior Women’s teams Grand Final bound
A huge congratulations to both our Senior Women’s teams, who secured finals wins on Sunday and have now advanced straight through to their respective Grand Finals! It’s an especially exciting achievement for our Senior Women’s Reserves, who have earned a place in the Grand Final in their very first season together. To reach this stageContinue reading “Senior Women’s teams Grand Final bound”
Burra young guns named
The future is looking bright at St Mary’s, with some fantastic young talent continuing to come through the club. A huge congratulations to our players named among the NFNL Young Guns of 2026, with the Herald Sun Leader recognising 114 of the best young players across all three NFNL divisions. We’re incredibly proud to seeContinue reading “Burra young guns named”
Senior Women 2026 Minor Premiers again!
Congratulations to our Senior Women’s Division 1 team on finishing the 2026 home and away season as Minor Premiers! The team completed an incredible undefeated season, not dropping a single game on their way to the top of the ladder. It is a testament to the hard work, commitment and determination shown by the players,Continue reading “Senior Women 2026 Minor Premiers again!”
Jack Bianchin re-signed as Head Coach!
We are delighted to announce that Jack Bianchin has been reappointed as Senior Men’s Football Head Coach for the 2027 season. Following another strong year both on and off the field, with our Senior Men currently sitting second on the ladder, the club has extended Jack’s contract for another season. Jack has helped build aContinue reading “Jack Bianchin re-signed as Head Coach!”
NAIDOC Week: Unveiling our First Nations guernseys
Today marks the beginning of NAIDOC Week, and we’re proud to acknowledge and celebrate the First Nations people within our club and wider community. This year’s theme, 50 Years Deadly, celebrates five decades of NAIDOC Week honouring culture, resilience, truth and the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It recognises the Elders, leaders,Continue reading “NAIDOC Week: Unveiling our First Nations guernseys”
Recognising Pride Month
On Sunday, our Division 1 Senior Women proudly wore rainbow armbands and ribbons in recognition of Pride Month. At St Mary’s, we believe everyone deserves to feel welcome, valued and included. Football is more than a game — it’s about connection, community and creating a place where people can be themselves. We’re proud to celebrateContinue reading “Recognising Pride Month”
Our new First Nations guernsey
Before we close out National Reconciliation Week, we’re excited to share the initial concept for our new First Nations guernseys! Made possible by a $4,500 grant from First People Assembly of Victoria, both our Senior Women’s teams will wear the guernseys during NAIDOC Week later this season. The original artwork was designed by Toneya Kennedy,Continue reading “Our new First Nations guernsey”
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