BULLDOG BULLETIN MAY 2010
BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE VICE PRESIDENTS CLUB
72 JOINED MORE REQUIRED
Twon games and 2 winss fo the a Grade and a great start for the club in 2010 with all players performing at their
best for this time of the year with big wins against last years premiers central and our nemasis from last year
West Augusta. It loks good for the a garde if they keep up this form and the under 18s have also stated with 2
good wins under Choco laube. The seconds are giving coach mark austin a few grey hairs early howver with several
good players back soon hopefully there is light at the end of the tunnel.
A Grade Results so far:
South 13.12 defeated Central 7.10
South Augusta Goal Kickers: T. Kernahan 5, B. Cox 3, J. Lukich , R. Johnson , D. Dohnt , M. Gill , B. Jones
Best Players: R. Struck, B. Cox, J. Lukich, G. Shirley, S. Brusnahan
South 17.17 defeated West 9.7.
South Augusta Goal Kickers: T. Kernahan 5, R. Johnson 3, D. Dohnt 3, B. Cox 2, C. Heron , M. Gill , B. Trewartha , M.
Heron , Best Players: B. Cox, A. Grantham, B. Laube, T. Kernahan, J. Warren
Congratluations to players who have played their first games for the A Grade side recently including Tim maos and
michael Morse who are players for the future. Great to see Jak kerin and Ben Trewartha travelling back form
adaelide to help out wi the side this year as well and both have been great assets so far.
Management Committee Report
An excellent crowd of around 120 for the “Guernsey Presentation Night” and launch of the season on Friday 9TH
April 2010, with the highlight the presenation of Rex Gellards Guernsey to a current day player by Hannah Gellard
and …………..gellard. Rex gellard who sadly passed away recently was on the South managememnt committee for
several years ant he clubs president in 1961 and 1962 together with being a player for the club between 1944 to
1952 and being an integral part of the club over that period. The club offers its condolenses to …………………… gellard
and her family.
The next 100 Club Bullseye Draw is the Sunday 18th July . Members who get to the club for the $500 draw are
entitles to $1 schooners (11-2PM) and a light snack. Get up there for a great day. Draw 12 noon , $50 Prize if in
attendance.
Sponsors report:
Great to see the boys run out with the new Guernseys kindly supported by our new great sponsor Elders.
Milhinch's: When you footballers need to buy your girlfriend some jewellery don’t forget Milhinch’s
Flinders hotel: Well known for a great meal and cheap drinks, support them for a great night out.
Hannaville Hotel: Gerard has been behind us for several years now and guarantees quality service.
Many thanks to all sponsors for this year as we can’t do without their help. .
CURRENT VICE PRESIDENTS 72 GOAL 70 : We have exceed outr target but please see Kean Parrington if you
still want to sponsor a player in 2010 or if you haven’t paid your fees. Cost $100 for the year, invites to 2-3 free
functions, beers and food included, help us get back in the finals.
The new Rehabilitation shed area has gained an extension to the contract to finish now on the 30 th June 2010. The
plans are still to be developed, Andrews Reynolds and Val are chasing up.
Flashback 50 years ago -1960
A grade position: 3rd
South lose in Preliminary final to West 17.14 to 8.11
Best players in the final: Merv McKenzie, Don Harris, Robert Hearne,
A grade coach: Don Harris, A grade captain: Don Harris
In the A grade final Central 9.7 to Wests 4.18
B grade final won by South and Colt’s final won by Souths.
President: Jim Brandle . Secretary: Ray Hesse, Asst Secretary: Laurie McInnis
Treasurer: Max Reed, Committee: Ted Walters, Bob McInnis, Charlie Huddleston; Bob Nowak, Colin Chalmers,
George Herbert, Ron Rozee, Jean Gallagher.
Patron: Colin Dighton, Spriggers: R Hocking, Timekeeper: l Hardie, Archie Hearne, Auditors: Ron Bury, Alan
Mckerlie, Colour Stewards: P King, Gary Kittel, M Ryan, Ball Steward: Jimmy Moore.
Trainers: Bill McManus ( Head), Ted Walters, H Jackson, V Maule, M Ryan, J Gallagher, Bill Applebee
South lose Ian Sasche and Jim Cowie from 1959.
Port Augusta reps for the year are: John Main, Don Harris, Merv McKenzie, Bill Virgo, Keith McInnis. Merv
McKenzie polls well in Mail medal and also wins Clubs Fairest and Best.
Don Harris is second and John Main third.
Colts league trophies: Best Junior: Colin Waterworth, Best placed: Robert Bowman, Best wingman: Sam Moore.
Clubrooms opened in 1960 by Leo Nowak and Jim Brandle in front of large crowd.
Bill McKenzie obtains a clearance from North Adelaide and played for South in 1960.
Souths adopt the name of the Bulldogs in 1960.
South Snippets
 Wee doen to travis webb in the b gafrde who also took out the Port augusta Junior rifle championship,
don’t get the wrong side of him!
 Simon Brusnahan also won Apprentice of the year this year and its gtea to see outr players able to get
employment in the town and stay with us.
 Peter fox who played in A Grade grand finals and B Gade premierships on the wing recently turned 50 in
barrosa and it was great to see Ian Ruxton attend, Ian was a trainer over 2 a Grade prenierships along side
Bruce Hennessy and Owen Cook, other club legends.
 Mant thanks to Volunteers who helped with the catering for Quorn match against Lions especially paul “
Leon grosser: eliot, Grham Coutts, Buck everatt, Kean Parrington and anyone else who assisted with the
club make an impression in Quorn.
 Wondreed where all our players are going, just go and watch a match at Colone light gardens because there
are at least 6 ex south players running out their in the Amateur league including Jack Magarey, Greg
Shirley, Nathan kerin, Jordam Madigan, Craig white and Pendwe Masapenda who all played either Colts or
seniors for the club. The current coach of the team says he now loves Port augusta and may even get the
club to visit on their ned of year trip. The team has won conmfortaaly most weeks. Other lads still playing
in the amateurs include Jess rivers and alan margatich still enjoying the game.
DATE
EVENT
SAT 8TH MAY
SAT 15TH MAY
SOUTH VS PORT AT AUGUSTA
SOUTH VS WEST
PLAYERS AUCTION
SOUTH VS LIONS AT AUGUSTA
SOUTH VS CENTRAL
SOUTH FAMILY DAY
SOUTH BYE SGL MATCH
SOUTH VS SOLLIES AT AUGUSTA
SOUTH VS PORT AT PIRIE
SOUTH VS WEST
PLAYERS REVIEW AT CLUB
SUN 23RD MAY
SAT 29TH MAY
SUN 30TH MAY
SAT 5TH JUNE
SAT 12TH JUNE
SAT 19TH JUNE
SAT 26TH JUNE
SUN 27TH JUNE
SAT 3RD JULY
SUN 11TH JULY
SUN 11 TH JULY
SAT 17TH JULY
SUN 18TH JULY
SAT 24TH JULY
SUN 25TH JULY
SAT 31ST JULY
SAT 7TH AUG
SUN 15TH AUG
SAT 21ST AUG
SUN 22ND AUG
SAT 28TH AUG
SAT 4TH SEPT
SAT 11TH SEPT
SAT 18TH SEPT
SUN 19TH SEPT
SAT 17TH OCT
SAT 25TH SEPT
SUN 5TH DEC
PICHI RICHI MARATHON
SOUTH BYE, BERRI ZONE CARNIVAL
POSSIBLE BAND HIGH VOLTAGE AT SOUTHS
SOUTH VS LIONS AT PIRIE
PORT AUGUSTA CUP RACES
SOUTH VS CENTRAL
RED AND WHITE BALL
BULLSEYE 100 CLUB DRAW AT CLUB 12 NOON
SOUTH VS SOLLIES
SOUTH GOLF DAY
SOUTH VS PORT AT AUGUSTA
SOUTH PLAYERS AUCTION
SOUTH VS WEST
PAST PLAYERS FUNCTION AT SOUTHS
SOUTH VS LIONS AT AUGUSTA
SOUTH VS CENTRAL
SPONSORS DAY
SOUTH VS SOLLIES AT AUGUSTA
1ST SEMI FINAL
2ND SEMI FINAL
SGL GRAND FINAL
BULLSEYE 100 CLUB DRAW AT CLUB 12 NOON
SOUTH PRESENTATION NIGHT 2000 RE-UNION
AFL GRAND FINAL
BULLSEYE 100 CLUB DRAW AT CLUB 12 NOON
Amongst the other sponsors who have responded so far.
Please support the following businesses:
Major sponsor Elders Ltd: see Cheryl Rossiter for Financial planning advice and Sam Johnson for Insurance,
Port Augusta Meat Store: Make sure you get your meat from a local and great supporter. Former name Fullertons
Meats
Jetset: when you go on your next holiday please consider Jetset, they’ll save you a lot of time and effort. For the
latest catalogue of specials for club supporters from oursponsor Jetset please click;
http://view.webmagfactory.com.au/?vcabid=gejSecnlcSlaeaj&count=25/02/2010
Ben Jenkins: Give Ben a call when you need your tax done or accounting services.
Graham Coutts: get your car along to Graham for a comprehensive service or repair job.
Bury Plumbing: great to see this new sponsor on board, Give them a call when you need plumbing work done.
Milhinch's: When you footballers need to buy your girlfriend some jewellery don’t forget Milhinch’s
Flinders hotel: Well known for a great meal and cheap drinks, support them for a great night out.
Hannaville Hotel: Gerard has been behind us for several years now and guarantees quality service.
Augusta Auto mart: Great deals for Southies on car parts and accessories
Flinders Ranges Cheap Priced Cars: Mention you’re a Southy and get a great deal on a cheap reliable car.
Mauleys Motoring Maintenance: Another great mechanical support for the club, please support him
Office National: Full of great deals on office equipment and stationery for Bulldog supporters
Kym Elliott MPS Electrical: Our Roxby Sponsor is an ex player for the club, keep him in mind for possible building
projects.
Stuart Green Fitness training: See Stuart if you need extra weights guidance or a fitness program to lose weight.
Port Augusta Refrigeration: Need your airconditioner repaired ?, give them the first call for first class service
Jodie & Nic Boully from Pichi Richi Park would love to see you for a weekend away in the Ranges, see them on the
Port Augusta-Quorn Road, Telephone: 08 86486898
CENTURY 21: see John Rejack when you need to sell your house or rent out your investment, years of experience
in the business.
TERRY GARDINER butchers are always reliable for a great selection of meats and smallgoods. Great Colts
supporter.
Port Augusta Carwash: they have supported the club through carwash tokens as player awards, please support this
successful business.