2021 South Adelaide Indigenous Guernsey now for sale! 

Own a piece of South Adelaide history by bidding on a match-worn Panther's Indigenous Round Guernsey.

Worn against the Eagles in round 13 and Crows in round 14, the Indigenous Guernsey designed by Flinders Universtiy Student Mya Damon symbolises connection, specifically the connection between the South Adelaide Football Club and the local Southern region.

Bidding is now open for the following match worn Indigenous Round Guernsey's via the clubs official eBay site. Click on the player name below to view the online auction. 

1. Bryce Gibbs - Long sleeve
2. Bryce Gibbs
3. Joe Haines
4. Matt Broadbent
5. Jason Horne
6. Eamon Wilkinson
7. Joel Cross
8. Ben Heaslip
9. Hayden Sampson
10. Sam Overall

Auctions will finish 20/7/21. 

Additonal match worn or player issue guernseys are available to purchase here. First come, first served.

Under-18 Match Report

South Adelaide vs Norwood
Round 13 - Flinders University Stadium - 10/07/2021

Goals: Delean, Magor 4, Howes 3, Brown, Pilmore, Rogers, Schirmer,
Best: Mitton, Birt, Brown, Rogers, Delean, Magor

The South Adelaide Under-18s storm home to record a 43-point win over Norwood at Flinders University Stadium.

It took some time for South Adelaide to shake off the Redlegs, but when it came it happened spectacularly as the Panthers booted ten second-half goals to break away with the win, 15.10 (100) to 9.3 (57).

Impressive up forward for the Panthers were Jack Delean and Jaiden Magor who each recorded four goals, while Luke Mitton finished with 29 disposals and 7 marks.

Heading into Saturday's match with their spot in the top four far from guaranteed; the Panthers sprang into action early with the opening two goals of the game.

However, the Redlegs managed to claw themselves back into the match during the latter stages of the opening term and by quarter time, just 2 points were all that separated the Panthers from Norwood.

The second term saw Delean and Magor register the only majors for the Panthers but, and more importantly, the side managed to hold Norwood to just one goal to increase their halftime margin to two goals.

Around the ground, the Panthers found plenty of the ball through Isaac Birt, who collected 26 touches and 7 marks, and Angus Bradley, who gathered 29 disposals, 7 marks and 7 tackles.

South Adelaide, who would finish with double as many inside 50s as their opponent, began to break away from Norwood after halftime.

By the midpoint of the third term, the Panthers had already scored five unanswered goals. This saw the boys in the blue and white enter the final break holding a promising 29-point lead.

With a healthy buffer between them and Norwood, the Panthers took some time to break through during the final term; but once they did they quickly fed off the momentum.

During the final ten minutes of the match, the Panthers stormed home by kicking four unanswered goals to seal the impressive win, 15.10 (100) to 9.3 (57).

The South Adelaide Under-18s will look to continue their winning form when they face off against Glenelg at Flinders University Stadium on Saturday, 17 July, from 11:30am.

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With the game still up for grabs, Broadbent was able to intercept a Crows' pass and quickly snap the much-needed goal.

Then, minutes later, Gibbs finished off nicely with his first and the final goal of the game to snap the Panthers' rough patch with a hard-fought win, 12.15 (87) to 10.10 (70).

In total, the Panthers finished with ten individual goalkickers and Fitt was the only one to register more than one. Despite Alex Cailotto having to battle against an AFL standard ruck, the Panthers only had 5 fewer hit-outs and 1 less clearance.

South Adelaide will look to keep this winning form going when they face off against Glenelg at ACH Group Stadium on Saturday, 17 July, from 2:35pm.

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Senior Women's Coach Andrew Brockhurst steps down.

The South Adelaide Football Club advises that Andrew Brockhurst will step down from the role following the 2021 season.

South Adelaide CEO Neill Sharpe thanked Andrew for his service to the club this year.

"Brocky brought genuine professionalism and passion to the role and we are grateful that he was able to guide the team back in to the finals."

"It was a challenging year for the team with the Club yet again being in the fortunate position of providing a number of players the opportunity to enter the AFL. That certainly increased the demands on the Coach in transitioning to a predominantly new team."

"Brocky is a terrific South Adelaide person and we wish him all the best for the future."

Andrew Brockhurst in action this year. Image Nick Hook Photography. 

The former 131 game South Adelaide League footballer cited that the balance between a full-time job, family and coaching as the man factor for the decision.

"Coming into coaching at this level, you quickly find out that it's another full-time job."

"To be able to provide players with the best opportunity to succeed you need to invest a lot of time."

"Unfortunately, going forward I don't have the time commitment necessary to provide the girls with what they need especially with the SANFLW looking to expand in 2022."

"I would like to thank the club, my coaches and support staff for their support this year and look forward to watching them build again."

South Adelaide would like to thank Andrew for his commitment and dedication this year and wish him all the best for the future.

The Panthers have already begun the search for a replacement and will provide an update in due course.

Andrew Brockhurst

• 131 games for South Adelaide
• 97 goals
• South Adelaide Women's Coach 2021
• 38 games for Fitzroy, pick 4 1987 draft
• SANFL state selection 1991, squad selection 1992
• South Adelaide Best Team Man award 1987, 1992
• 3rd place 1987 Knuckey Cup
• 2017 Under-15s Flagstaff Hill boys - SFL Premiers
• 2019 Christies Beach women's - A grade assistant coach
• 2019 B Grade coach - Adelaide Footy league 5th
• 2019 South Adelaide Under-15 Female Development squad coach - undefeated
• 2020 Under-17.5s Flagstaff Hill boys assistant coach - SFL Premiers
• 2020 Flagstaff Hill women's senior coach A Grade - SFL Premiers

South Coast Panthers: we take a look at current South Adelaide players that came from the South Coast in preparation for Saturday's clash against Adelaide at Victor Harbor.

Just 1.5 kilometres, that is all that separates the Encounter Bay Eagles from the Victor Harbor Kangaroos.

These cross-town rivals form the biggest rivalry in the Great Southern Football League, one which stretches 100 years back to the Eagles formation in 1921.

However, the players from these two clubs put their differences aside when they take the next step in their football career and join South Adelaide.

From rivals to teammates, the Panthers senior list is currently home to six players from Encounter Bay and Victor Harbor.

This includes the 2015 David Kantilla Memorial Trophy recipient and 2020 League Trademark Award winner, Ben Heaslip, who hails from Encounter Bay.

Fellow long-time serving Panther, Sam Overall, was recruited from Slippa's rival club, Victor Harbor.

Likewise, the 2019 Reserves Trademark Award winner, Jesse McKinnon, was also recruited from Victor Harbor.

And the up-and-coming Panther pair of Marcus Lippett and Lachlan Williams were once teammates at Encounter Bay before swapping the blue and gold for blue and white.

Lastly, but certainly not least; the sixth Panther on this South Coast list is the high-flying, Mark of the Year contender, Jake Tarca, who also hails from Encounter Bay.

Although this is a talented list, it is far from the only senior listed players that the Panthers have recruited from the Great Southern Football League.

Also hailing from the GSFL is Hayden Sampson (Myponga/Sellicks), Matty Roberts (Langhorne Creek), Cooper Machin (Strathalbyn), and McLaren pair, Sam Whitbread and Liam Fitt.

There is also a trio of Panthers that were recruited from Willunga, with Liam Nye and Aaron Douglass all hailing from the Demons.

Some of these local boys will return to their old stomping ground this weekend as the Panthers face off against Adelaide at the Victor Harbor Oval on Saturday, 10 July, from 2:30pm.

The Panthers face the Crows as the Think! Road Safety SA Country Championships head to Victor Harbor.

Playing in the Southern country zone for the first time since 2017, the Panthers face the Crows at Victor Harbor Oval on Saturday afternoon.

The Think! Road Safety Country Championships will see approximately 250 male and female players and a further 200-plus officials from regional leagues across the State descend on Victor Harbor and Encounter Bay football clubs for the annual two-day carnival, which was postponed in 2020 due to Covid.

It is a great opportunity to head down and see the best from local leagues across the state, headlined by Round 14 of the SANFL StateWide Super League.

South Adelaide CEO Neill Sharpe is excited to be a part of a return of SANFL football deep into the Panthers Country Zone.

"We're grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the SA Country Champs, and look forward to bringing SANFL footy to Victor Harbor."

"It will be a great opportunity for Panthers supporters within our country zone to see the boys in action right on their door step. The pathway through our country zone is critical, so it's pleasing we can play a SANFL match in our backyard."

"Sam Overall gets a chance to play on his junior ground, while other former GSFL juniors in Ben Heaslip, Jake Tarca, Hayden Sampson and Liam Fitt are also able to run around on a familiar venue. I know there will also be some excitement with former Victor water boy Bryce Gibbs taking the field."

"We're looking forward to a big day of footy."

The Panthers will once again don their 2021 Indigenous Guernsey designed by Flinders University Student Mya Damon as part of NAIDOC Week.

Please see below important information for the day.

Tickets:

Weekend Pass/Saturday Daily Ticket
$16 Adult, $10 Concession & U18 Free
Includes access to both sites (Saturday and Sunday, as well as the SANFL Match between South Adelaide and Adelaide)

Finals Pass
$10 Adult, $6 Concession & U18 Free
Includes access to Sunday's matches at Victor Harbor Football Club (entry to Encounter Bay on Sunday is free of charge)

All South Adelaide ticketed members will have access to the Round 14 SANFL StateWide Super League match between South and Adelaide. 

Members are simply required to scan their ticket at the gate. 

Purchase tickets online here.

Parking

Limited carparking is available at both grounds inside the ground, however overflow parking is available on Armstrong Road (opposite Encounter Bay Football Club and a short walk to Victor Harbor Football Club). Parking will be charged at $5 per vehicle (via EFTPOS payment only). Entrance to the Victor Harbor Oval Carpark is via Oval/Kullaroo Roads and Encounter Bay Football Club is via Armstrong Road.

A complimentary shuttlebus will operate between both venues and the carpark to enable patrons to enjoy the matches across both sites on Saturday between 10:00am and 5:00pm.

Click here for parking and shuttle bus information. 

Start Times

SANFL South Adelaide v Adelaide: 2:30pm
Southern Districts Women v Eastern Women: 1:10pm

Media

The SANFL StateWide Super match between South Adelaide and Adelaide will be streamed via the SANFL Digital Pass, .

The game will also be broadcast via SAFC Radio presented by Loftus. At the ground you can listen via 88.3 FM or stream online here.

COVID Safe

Both sites will be operating under COVID Management Plans. All patrons must observe the following practices when attending:

• Checking in via the QR Code or Manual Register (separate check-in is required at each site)
• Submitting to COVIDSafe Entry Assessment
• Following direction of COVID Marshals, Security and Other Staff
• Keep your distance, stay 1.5m apart particularly at kiosk and toilets.
• Practice good hygiene, wash your hands often with soap and water OR hand sanitisers.
• If you're sick stay home, do not enter the ground if you have cold or flu like symptoms.

Kick & Catch

All patrons are welcome to participate in Kick & Catch within the 50m arcs at either end of Victor Harbour Oval during at 1/4 time, 1/2 time, 3/4 time and full time of the League game. Please listen to the ground announcements on the day for full details.

Other

If coming from Adelaide, we recommend spectators take the take the Welch Road exit towards Encounter Bay at the roundabout at the intersection of Victor Harbor, Waterport and Adelaide Roads. This is also a quicker route than travelling through Victor Harbor if travelling from Goolwa, Middleton, Port Elliot and McCracken and more easily to navigate in buses or larger transport. Refer to the map in the link below.

Reduced speeds will be in place along Armstrong and George Main Road. There is no stopping/parking along Armstrong Road outside of Encounter Bay Football Club.

Under-18 Match Report

South Adelaide vs Woodville-West Torrens
Round 12 - Maughan Thiem Kia Oval - 03/07/2021

Goals: Howes 5, Pilmore 3, Cockshell 2, Delean 
Best: Wheaton, Mitton, Howes, Schroder, Birt, Rogers

The South Adelaide Under-18s fell just seven points shy of the Eagles during a hard-fought match at Maughan Thiem Kia Oval on Saturday.

There was not much to separate the two sides throughout the match, but ultimately it was just seven points that separated the Panthers from the win, 11.7 (73) to 12.8 (80).

Impressive for the Panthers was Isaac Birt, who finished with 17 disposals, 8 marks and 5 tackles. Meanwhile, up forward Noah Howes collected 5 goals.

The third versus fourth clash certainly did not disappoint as right from the first bounce the two sides traded blows. It was the Eagles who struck twice before Bailey Pilmore could register the Panthers' first goal of the day.

This high-scoring opening term would continue with Koby Cockshell and Howes both registering their first majors of the day and, by the time the dust had settled, the quarter time score read 3.0 (18) to 4.4 (28) in favour of the home side.

Howes got things going during the second term with three goals within the span of seven minutes to snatch the lead for the blue and white. However, the Eagles responded with three unanswered goals within four minutes to regain their 10-point lead just before halftime.

Returning from playing Reserves the previous week, Luke Mitton was a strong performer for the Panthers with 19 disposals, 7 clearances and 6 tackles.

However, the third term saw the Eagles begin to break away, with the home side kicking three goals to the Panthers two to hold a 15-point lead at the final change.

South Adelaide did mount a comeback during the final term, with the side registering 3.3 (21) to 2.1 (13) during the final quarter however, it was not enough to close the gap as the side ultimately fell to the hard-fought 11.7 (73) to 12.8 (80) defeat.

The South Adelaide Under-18s will look to bounce back when they face off against Norwood at Flinders University Stadium on Saturday, 10 July, from 12:45pm. 

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