Lions' finest celebrated

The Seymour Football Netball Club held its Presentation Night at Kings Park on Thursday September 26, celebrating the achievements of players and volunteers throughout the 2024 Goulburn Valley League (GVL) season.


Club President Gerard O’Sullivan congratulated players for their on-field achievements during the season.


“We had all our senior netball teams and two of our football teams playing finals which is a fantastic achievement,” Mr O’Sullivan said.


“Our B Reserve girls were undoubtedly the stars of the show, going through the season undefeated and claiming the premiership.


“There are some really talented young players coming up through both the football and netball and we can’t wait to watch their progress over the coming years.


Mr O’Sullivan also thanked volunteers who make every training session, matchday and season possible.


“While we are incredibly proud of our players, in many ways presentation night is also about the amazing volunteers who keep our club running,” Mr O’Sullivan said.


“We were also able to welcome a new qualified Life Member as a result of Ellie Fuhrmeister reaching 200 A Grade games during the season which is a fantastic achievement.”


The Senior Best & Fairest Award has been renamed the Gary Brown Medal, recognising Mr Brown’s decades of service to the SFNC as Club Secretary with Nathan Beattie the inaugural winner.


“It was fantastic to be able to award the Gary Brown Medal for the very first time with Nathan Beattie a deserving winner after an incredible season,” Mr O’Sullivan said.


“Gary dedicated a huge amount of his life to our club and it’s only fitting to have the Senior Best and Fairest now bear his name.


“Once again, congratulations to all our award winner and we look forward to coming back even better in 2025.”

A full list of award winners can be found below.


Leading Goal Kickers

U18s – Heath Lane (33 Goals)

Reserves – Julian Morgan (56 Goals)

Seniors – Riley Mason (72 Goals)


Club Awards

Netball Appreciation Award – Kelly Smith

Lenny Brown Best Netball Club Person Award – Gen Pearce

Lions Pride – Paul Lewis

Best Club Person – Clint Rose

Eamonn O’Connor Award – Nathan Fowler

Life Membership

Ellie Fuhrmeister (200 A Grade games)




Seymour FNC News

By Mitch Itter June 22, 2026
The Seymour Football Netball Club (SFNC) will celebrate a significant milestone this weekend, with Senior Co-Coach and Captain Jack Murphy set to play his 150th senior game for the Lions. Since making his senior debut in 2015, Murphy has established himself as one of the premier players in the Goulburn Valley League. Over the past decade, Murphy has built an outstanding football resume. A dual Senior Best & Fairest winner, GVL Interleague representative, League MVP and former Coburg VFL player, he has consistently performed at an elite level while representing the Lions with distinction. While his individual achievements are impressive, Murphy's influence extends far beyond the football field. Renowned for his professionalism, work ethic and commitment to the club, he has played a significant role in driving standards and helping develop the next generation of Lions players. Now serving as Senior Co-Coach, Murphy continues to lead from the front each week and remains one of the competition's most influential midfielders. SFNC President Peter Elliott said Murphy's contribution to the Lions over the past 11 seasons has been remarkable. “Murph has been an outstanding servant of our football club and thoroughly deserves this recognition,” Mr Elliott said. “His achievements on the field are exceptional, but it's the way he goes about it that sets him apart. “He's one of the hardest workers at the club, a fantastic leader and someone who is so passionate about the success of the Seymour Lions. “He's represented our club with distinction throughout his career and continues to set the standard both as a player and coach. “To reach 150 senior games is a fantastic achievement and one that both Murph and everyone associated with the club should be proud of. “We're incredibly fortunate to have had Murph at Seymour for so long and look forward to seeing him continue to make an impact in the years ahead.”
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