Join us on Sunday 11 October at the Mt Lofty Football Clubrooms (upstairs) as we come together to celebrate the achievements, commitment and memories of the 2026 season.
Presentation times are as follows:
U14s – 12:00pm
U16s – 12:45pm
U18s – 1:30pm
We encourage all players, families, coaches, volunteers and supporters to attend as we recognise the efforts of our junior footballers throughout the season.
Bar facilities will be open.
We look forward to seeing everyone there as we celebrate another great year in red and white! ❤️🤍
The Mt Lofty Football Club is thrilled to welcome home former junior player Josh Hone to the Devils and congratulate him on his appointment as Senior Men’s Player/Coach for the 2027 season.
Josh’s football journey began at Mt Lofty before earning selection with Sturt Football Club, where he went on to build one of the most distinguished SANFL careers of his generation.
His achievements speak for themselves:
Member of the South Australian Under 18 State Championship-winning team in 2014
228 SANFL League games for Sturt
322 League goals
Three-time SANFL Premiership Player (2016, 2017 and 2025)
Four-time Sturt Leading Goal Kicker (2019, 2023, 2025 and 2026)
Three-time Senior State Representative (2018, 2023 and 2026)
SANFL Player Life Member
Whilst at Sturt, Josh has developed into not only an elite footballer but also a respected leader. He now returns to Mt Lofty bringing with him the experience, professionalism and knowledge gained across 13 seasons of SANFL League football.
Josh’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for our senior program. Along with his outstanding playing ability, he brings a fresh perspective, new ideas and a modern approach that will help drive the continued development of our senior squad both on and off the field.
As we welcome Josh home, we also extend our heartfelt thanks to Michael Bawden (Bawds) for his dedication and contribution over six seasons as Senior Men’s Coach. Bawds guided our team from the challenges of 2020 to three successive finals campaigns in 2023, 2024 and 2025, bringing a level of professionalism that has laid a strong foundation for our next chapter. Coaching demands an enormous investment of time, energy and care, and we are deeply grateful for all he has given to our players and the wider club.
We are delighted that Bawds will remain part of that next chapter, continuing as Senior Assistant Coach alongside Josh. His experience, knowledge and strong relationships with our players will provide valuable support as Josh settles into the role and builds on the foundations Bawds has helped establish.
We are incredibly proud to see one of our own return home to lead the club into the future. The opportunity for our players to learn from someone of Josh’s calibre is immense, and we look forward to seeing the impact he will have across the entire football program.
Please join us in welcoming Josh back to the Mt Lofty Football Club and congratulating him on his appointment as Senior Men’s Player/Coach for 2027.
The HFL Umpires Association celebrated another successful season at its End of Year Presentation Dinner on Friday night, 25 September, recognising the outstanding achievements and dedication of its umpiring community throughout the 2026 season.
Mt Lofty Football Club was proudly represented across both the finals series and the annual awards, highlighting the strength and quality of the club’s umpiring program.
A special congratulations goes to our Mt Lofty umpires who were appointed to officiate in HFL Finals across both the Country and Central Divisions:
• Zoe Redin – Field Umpire, Under 14 Country Finals • George Walsh – Field Umpire, Under 12 Country Finals • Pete Humphries – Field Umpire, B Grade Central Grand Final • James Ryan – Boundary Umpire, B Grade Central Grand Final • Thomas Ryan – Boundary Umpire, B Grade Central Grand Final • Bruce Dawes – Field Umpire, A Grade Central Grand Final • David Hutton – Goal Umpire, A Grade Central Grand Final
To be selected for finals appointments is a testament to the commitment, professionalism and performance displayed throughout the season, and Mt Lofty is incredibly proud of each official’s achievements.
The awards night also delivered some well-deserved recognition for our Lofty representatives, with:
🏆 George Walsh receiving the Best First Year Field Umpire Award 🏆 Farah Watson receiving the Most Dedicated Field Umpire Award 🏆 Zoe Redin receiving the Most Outstanding Talent Award 🏆 David Hutton receiving the Most Improved Umpire Goals Award
These accolades reflect the hard work, enthusiasm and passion shown by our umpires both on and off the field.
Congratulations to all Mt Lofty umpires on an outstanding 2026 season. Your dedication to the game plays a vital role in the success of football across the Hills, and we thank you for your contribution to our club and the wider HFL community.
We look forward to seeing your continued development and success in the years ahead.
After three successful seasons at the helm of our Senior Women’s team, Ryan “Skully” Skouborg will be stepping down as Senior Women’s Coach to pursue a new coaching opportunity with South Adelaide.
Ryan has made a significant contribution to our women’s football program over the past three seasons, guiding the Senior Women to the Finals series in each year of his tenure, including an outstanding 2024 season which saw the team narrowly defeated by Blackwood in the Grand Final.
A highly talented and knowledgeable coach, Ryan brought considerable experience to the role through his involvement with the highly successful South Adelaide SANFL Women’s program, where he has been involved since its inaugural season in 2018.
Throughout his time with the Devils, Ryan has generously shared that knowledge and professionalism with both our players and coaches. His contribution has helped further develop our players, strengthen our coaching group and continue the growth of the respected women’s football program we have at the club.
While we are certainly sad to see Ryan leave, we are extremely pleased and proud to see him take the next step in his coaching journey. Next season, Ryan will join South Adelaide’s Women’s League team as a line coach, taking responsibility for their midfield.
On behalf of everyone at the club, we sincerely thank Ryan for his commitment, hard work and tremendous contribution over the past three seasons. He leaves with the respect and appreciation of our players, coaches and the wider club.
We wish Ryan every success in his new role with South Adelaide next season and look forward to welcoming him back to the club whenever he gets the opportunity.
Once a Devil, always a Devil!! Thanks for everything Skully, and all the very best for your next chapter!!
The Mt Lofty Football Club would like to sincerely thank Brad following his decision not to continue as B Grade Coach for the 2027 season.
Over the past two years, Toss has made an outstanding contribution to our football club. In his first season at the helm, he guided the team all the way to a Hills Football League B Grade Premiership, creating memories that will remain with the club and players for years to come. This season, he again led the group competitively, with the team progressing to the Elimination Final, demonstrating his ability to continually develop and inspire our playing group.
Beyond the results on the field, Brad has been an incredibly knowledgeable and respected figure around the club. His passion, commitment and extensive understanding of the game have been invaluable assets to Mt Lofty. He has played a significant role in mentoring and developing new and emerging players, helping them grow not only as footballers but as people.
Brad’s care for his players has always extended well beyond game day. He has been a coach who genuinely looks after the wellbeing of his playing group, supporting them both on and off the field. His dedication to creating and fostering strong relationships throughout the club has left a lasting impact.
On behalf of everyone at the Mt Lofty Football Club, we would like to thank Brad for his tireless efforts, leadership and commitment over the past two seasons. We are grateful to Tiffany and Peaches for their support and look forward to seeing them all remain a part of the Mt Lofty community.
Thank you for everything you have contributed to our club. You have left the place in a better position and we are extremely grateful.
❤️🤍Once a Devil, Always a Devil. 🤍❤️
