Gormandale Football Netball Club

17/03/2026

🐯 Past Player Spotlight 🐯

This week we recognise Frank Giblett, a past player of the Gormy family.

🏉 Years at Gormy: 25+ years
🏉 Position: Full Forward
🏉 Highlights: 1968 Life Membership, 2026 Hall of Fame, Goal kicking award at least 8 times.

Known as Lofty to his teammates, Frank had amazing goal kicking ability, scoring more than 10 goals a game. He was known as an all round sportsman and gentleman around the club.

Gormy memories of Frank are welcomed to be shared below 🐯

15/03/2026

It’s about time we officially introduced our 2026 Committee Members! 🐯

Football Manager: Chris Potalej
Netball Manager: Carly Jennings
Merchandise & Social Media: Jessica Wright
Canteen Manager: Casey Callanan
Grounds & Facilities Maintanence: Frank Venturoni (not pictured)

General Committee: Ella Burgess, Clint Sykes, Patrick Farry, Mick Siemens, Guss Burgess (not pictured) & Paul Richards (not pictured)

15/03/2026

It’s about time we officially introduced our 2026 Committee, starting off with our Executive Committee Members 🐯

President: Benn Thexton
Vice President: Rob Jennings
Secretary: Ellen Sykes
Treasurer: Peta Thexton

13/03/2026

13/03/2026

WE NEED YOU 🫵🐯

As we head into the 2026 season, we’re still looking to fill a few key volunteer roles at the club:

• Reserves Team Manager
• Time Keepers
• Water Carriers
• Senior Order Officer
• Trainer

Our club runs on volunteers, and every role makes a big difference. If you’re keen to help out this season or want to know more, send us a message or chat to a committee member.

12/03/2026

🚨 WARM UP TOPS 🚨

Last chance to get your orders in!

All warm up tops must be ordered by today 3pm. No late orders will be accepted.

Order online via the club website:
👉 www.gormandalefnc.com.au

Personalised Nickname & Number optional

12/03/2026

Get along and watch the showcase this Sunday at 11am, our very own Grace Van Tilburg will be taking the court. Good luck Grace from all of us at Tiger Land 🐯

The Gippsland Showcase is set to officially launch the biggest VNL season yet!

The Gippsland Showcase will see the Gippsland Stars, Peninsula Waves, Casey Demons and Wilson Storage Southern Saints launch their season in back-to-back games on March 15 🏐

Read more 👉 https://netb.al/4ayZ7ZU
Tickets 👉 https://netb.al/4qYP31l

12/03/2026

🐯 Sponsor Spotlight 🐯

A big thank you to Justice Tiling & Bathroom for coming on board as a sponsor for the 2026 season!

If you’re planning a renovation or building project, Justice Tiling & Bathroom specialises in high quality tiling and complete bathroom renovations. From modern bathroom makeovers to professional wall and floor tiling, they pride themselves on quality workmanship and attention to detail.

Whether it’s a small refresh or a full transformation, they’ve got you covered.

Check them out here:
🌐 www.justicetiling.com.au

We’re proud to have local businesses like Justice Tiling & Bathroom supporting the Gormandale Football Netball Club in 2026. Be sure to support the businesses that support our club!

11/03/2026

🐯 Past Player Spotlight 🐯

This week we recognise Col Ingle, a past player of the Gormy family.

🏉 Years at Gormy: 1954-1967
🏉 Position: Ruckman
🏉 Games Played: 200-300
🏉 Highlights: 1968 Life Membership

Col was known for his amazing aerobic ability, although shorter than most, used his spring to the advantage of his teammates. He missed very few games, even playing with a broken wrist.

Once a Tiger, always a Tiger 🐯

Gormy memories of Col are welcomed to be shared below

10/03/2026

We’re back! 🐯

Thursday night training returns at Gormandale FNC for all football and netball teams.

🍔 BBQ 🍻 Bar open 🧢 Merch available

4 weeks to go!

09/03/2026

Join the NGFNL Coaching Team – 2026 Junior Representative Netball ✨

The NGFNL is proud to support the growth of junior netball across our region. 👍

We are now seeking coaches and assistant coaches for our 15 & Under and 17 & Under representative teams for the 2026 season.

These teams will compete in the Gippsland Interleague Competition and the Netball Victoria Association Championships, representing our league with pride. 😊

We welcome applicants who:
• Value junior development and wellbeing
• Enjoy working with motivated young athletes
• Can commit to training, match days, and championship events
• Want to contribute to a positive league culture

If this sounds like you, we’d love to have you involved.

👉 Submit your expression of interest to: [email protected] | Closing date: Wednesday 18th March

Netball Victoria