Newsletter 3, March 30, 2025

SEASON LAUNCH KICKS OFF SEASON

SEASON 2025 for Prahran Football Club was launched on Saturday evening at the spectacular new Toorak Park pavilion.

More than 70 players, partners, friends, and officials attended the function and heard insightful words from guest speaker Greg Hutchison, the 1987 VFA Prahran premiership coach and last year’s Coaching and Performance Manager.

Hutchison recalled the words of the late Dale Tapping at last year’s season launch, where he stated, “There will be games you have to win two, three, or four times.” A sentiment that remains just as true today.

Reflecting on his eight seasons as coach of VAFA Premier League club Old Brighton, Hutchison noted that the most significant moment in his tenure was the introduction of a women’s team, which transformed the club’s culture.

After a six-year hiatus, Prahran will once again field a women’s team this season, with coach Don Angus announcing Alina Meich as team captain. Prahran previously fielded an All-Abilities women’s team in 2018 and 2019.

Senior men’s coach Craige Milward announced the leadership group for the upcoming season:

• Captain: Rory Brodie
• Vice-Captain: Shaun Chapman
• Deputy Vice-Captain: Jesse Waters
• Leaders: Jake Stent-Powell, Mackenzie Mayne
• Emerging Leaders: Pat Ribbands, Ollie Burke

Tom Bowes and Blake Graham will once again share Reserves captaincy duties under new coach Jackson Partridge.

The function was the perfect way to kick off the new season, with special thanks to Shaun Chapman, who is managing social functions on behalf of his teammates and supporters.

President Fab Maya at the Season Launch

Guest Speaker Greg Hutchinson addresses players

Women's Coach Don Angus welcomes his players.

Senior Men's Coach Craige Milward speaks to his vision for 2025

Social function co-ordinator Shaun Chapman outlines plans for 2025

PRACTICE MATCH DRAW

THE Two Blues wrapped up their pre-season practice matches with a draw against Avondale Heights in hot conditions last Saturday week.

Here are some action shots from Trevor Evans' photos.

Seniors

Reserves

ROUND 2 FIRST HOME GAME BACK AT TOORAK PARK

SPECIAL guests at our first home game luncheon will be Carlton AFLW players and former Prahran Juniors, Abbie and Sophie McKay, along with former Collingwood National Recruiting Manager and Prahran coach, Derek Hine.

Before the game, the 2024 Division 1 Premiership flag will be unfurled.

Click Here to RSVP to our Luncheon Event

ROUND 1 - PFC MEN'S vs PEGS

ROUND 1 - PFC WOMEN'S vs OLD CAMBERWELL

RENEW/BECOME A VALUED MEMBER OR SPONSOR

As a Premier Club coming off a successful year in 2024, we rely heavily on our memberships and sponsorships. We greatly appreciate any support you can provide as we look forward to another successful season in 2025. Simply click the link below and choose how you'd like to contribute:

• Club Member - $80.00
• Jack Morgans/Prahrantonians Member - $250.00
• Player Sponsor - $450.00
• Sponsors - Bronze, Silver and Gold are all available