We would like to thank Martin Ellis, who is a Life Member of our Heritage Club Stirling, who did us the honour of tossing the commemorative Life Member coin for the match against Blackwood on Saturday 13April 2024 after entering the centre square through a guard of honour of the B Grade boys.
After entering the centre square through a guard of honour of the B Grade boys and honouring us, Martin joined his daughter Sarah on the sidelines to enjoy the experience with some other Lofty Legends.
Martin’s roots run deep within the foundation of our club, stemming from his days with Stirling Football Club. During the early 1960s Martin showcased his prowess on the field, clinching junior colts’ premierships in 1963 and 1964.
Martin transitioned to senior footy in 1965 and he played B Grade football for Stirling until 1977. Following the formation of the Mount Lofty District Football Club in 1978 through the amalgamation of Stirling and Heathfield Aldgate United, Martin played two memorable C Grade seasons in 1978 and 1979.
Martin’s contributions to Mount Lofty extend far beyond pulling on a guernsey. He is a well-known goal umpire for Hills footy, a role he’s embraced for decades. From officiating Mount Lofty’s U16s and U18s teams in the 1990s to presiding over A Grade football, including two grand finals, right up to again volunteering for this years B Grade team. Martin’s steady presence on the goal line has been a cornerstone of our club.
The Ellis family’s bond with Mount Lofty transcends generations, embodying the spirit of community that lies at the heart of our club. With Martin’s son and grandson gracing the field in red and white, and his daughter and son-in-law nurturing the next generation as trainers for our junior teams, the Ellis name is synonymous with our club.
Thank you sincerely Martin, on behalf of everybody at Mt Lofty and Stirling for all that you do for our clubs.
Martin with daughter Sarah after the Life Member Coin Toss
Congratulations and welcome to the Shaun and Zyton, who pulled on the candy stripe guernsey for the first time in the A Grade in the match against Blackwood this week.
Presented by past Captain Sam Miles.
#21 Shaun Bennier
With Mum and Dad Alison and Brett, and Sister Aimee and Girlfriend Emma
#26 Zyton Santillo
A proud day for all involved! Welcome to the Devs lads.
Congratulations to Aajiah Jericho, who will ran out for her 50th Senior Club game on Friday night, at home against Blackwood.
We were lucky enough to celebrate her 150 career games milestone in 2023, but there’s something special about hitting that big 5⦁0 club games with us here at the Devs.
Since transferring from Morphies in 2019, Aaj certainly has made her mark at the Devils. A talented midfielder who isn’t afraid to go in and get a hard ball. Members of the crowd will often be heard asking “who is that number 30” after seeing her weave her way through the corridor with ease.
A three-time winner of the Ellen Maple Best & Fairest and a Devils Premiership player, Aaj has found a home at Mt Lofty, and is a much-loved member of the squad, highlighted as she was voted by her peers to be a Vice Captain and help lead the Devils on their 2024 quest.
Well done Aaj and we can’t wait to watch you for 50+ more in the red & white! Give ‘em Hell mate 🔥
It was wonderful to see some members of one of our heritage club Heathfield Aldgate United, take time to catch up at club sponsor Aldgate Pump Hotel, prior to season start. The Aldgate Pump Hotel has a wonderful history with HAU as the social gathering point over the years.
HAU footballers had a great time going through memories of the 44 year Australian Record of unbeaten matches, only beaten in 2020 by Queensland Club Yeppoon, in a 6-team competition.
Initially, our unbeaten run between 1971 and 1976 was calculated as 88 games, but an analysis several years ago revealed that it was “only” 87 games without loss.
We were very excited to accept a $25,000- Grant from the SA Football Facilities Fund to put towards our Scoreboard project.
Chairman Peter Harvey, Sponsor Coordinator Chris Illman were down at Adelaide Oval on the weekend for the announcement and met with SANFL representatives including Rebecca Tappert.
A huge thank you to Chris Illman, Ian Deans and all that helped in the Grant process.
The job is still not over, we will have new fundraising initiatives to be announced this month.
