OGC sports news: The Ammos Club

BRUCE HARWOOD (OGC 1978), AMMOS COMMITTEE MEMBER

The Ammos celebrated an incredible 2024 season, securing multiple football and netball premierships across the Club. The pre-season laid a solid foundation, paving the way for success on and off the field and courts.

Our Junior’s Football Style Academy has again been a huge pre-season success, with young male and female footballers advancing their skills and deepening their understanding of the game. The program will return this November and December, once again supported by The Geelong College, which generously provides access to the Southern Fields at the Middle School. These specialised sessions are highly valued by all participants. Player recruitment across the Club has been outstanding, cementing the Ammos as a genuine Club of choice in the region.

We are thrilled to announce that our senior football coach for 2025 will be former Richmond premiership player Sam Lloyd, who brings a wealth of experience to the Club.

Construction of our new genderneutral change rooms is underway, with the Club funding the design and the local council supporting construction. These new facilities will complement our existing change rooms, adding four additional spaces equipped with full amenities.

The WAMMOS women’s football division continues to lead the region, boasting two senior teams and four junior teams. With over 120 registered female footballers, the Club remains at the forefront of promoting women’s participation. This is in addition to nearly 200 netballers proudly representing the Ammos.

Planning is well underway for the Club’s 100-year centenary in 2026.

A significant part of this milestone will include the publication of a book capturing the Club’s rich history.

The Geelong College will feature prominently, as the Club was originally formed by members of The Geelong College and Geelong Grammar School communities.

Over the years, hundreds of players, presidents, senior committee members, and supporters have contributed to the Club’s culture and success.

The centenary publication is being spearheaded by Old Collegians Geoff Williams (OGC 1987) and Bruce Harwood (OGC 1978), who are actively seeking contributions.

Anyone with stories, photos, or historical material is encouraged to get in touch to help enrich this important project.

Our long-serving President, Simon Farrell (OGC 1987), continues to lead with the support of many Old Collegians involved in managing, coaching, playing, and supporting the Ammos.

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