Park Orchards North Ringwood Parish
🎉 2026 YJFL Presentation Day
🎉 Congratulations to 9 of our superstar Sharks who were invited to the 2026 YJFL Presentation Day on Sunday and received the following awards:
YJFL BEST & FAIREST:
⭐️ Fynn Bullen – Youth Boys (Div 1)
⭐️ Marshall Francis – U16 Boys (Div 1)
⭐️ Sienna Marcou – U16 Girls (Div 1)
YJFL 3rd BEST & FAIREST:
⭐️ Liam Shamloo – Youth Boys (Div 3)
⭐️ TJ Noseda – U15 Boys (Div 2)
EASTERN RANGES YJFL RISING STAR AWARD:
⭐️ Lincoln O’Hare
⭐️ Lucia Waldren
Huge congrats also to the following players named in the 2026 YJFL YOUTH BOYS TEAM OF THE YEAR:
⭐️ Hudson Lynch
⭐️ Fynn Bullen
⭐️ Isaiah Thomas
Well done to all of you on a fantastic season, we are so proud of you! ❤️🤍🖤🦈
🎉 Congratulations to Chris Wheatley on being awarded Life Membership of the Sharks JFC!
Chris is the ultimate doer and someone the club can rely on year after year. From committee meetings and coaching to setting up, cleaning up, running the BBQ and keeping every team’s equipment in immaculate order, Chris always puts his hand up and gets the job done. He coaches with heart, passion and a competitive spirit, while making sure every player gets an equal opportunity to develop, enjoy their footy and love the game.
Everything Chris does is with a smile, a laugh and that unmistakable Sharks spirit. From his early days helping out at Auskick to becoming an equipment maestro, BBQ extraordinaire, coach, committee man and great friend, Chris has given so much to our club and community. We’re incredibly grateful for everything he does and proud to welcome him as a Sharks Life Member — and, as we believe, the first Park Orchards junior to return as a parent and receive this honour. Congratulations, Chris! ❤️🤍🖤🦈
🎉 Congratulations to Granger Wheatley, recipient of the 2026 Lions Community Spirit Award!
Granger has been a Shark since the very beginning of Auskick in 2014 and has shown an incredible commitment to our club and wider community throughout his 13 years with the Sharks. As Club Captain this year, he has consistently put others first — helping at club functions, community events, Auskick, the Dawn Service and with set-up and pack-up whenever needed.
Granger always represents the Sharks with respect, seeks to learn from his coaches and proudly lives by our club values. His willingness to help others, give back and contribute wherever he can makes him a wonderful example of true community spirit. Congratulations, Granger! ❤️🤍🖤🦈
🎉 Congratulations to Meg Rankin, 2026 Club Person of the Year!
Meg has been instrumental in the growth and success of our girls program, from recruiting and supporting our first-ever U9 girls team to creating a pathway that saw 100% of eligible top-age girls transition seamlessly into the Senior Women’s program. She continues to give generously of her time, coaching, mentoring, supporting teams and contributing to the club’s Welfare team.
Meg’s knowledge and passion for girls football is highly valued, with the YJFL also seeking her input on the future of girls football and age-group structures. Her commitment, leadership and genuine care for our players have made her a huge part of why our girls program is thriving. A very deserving Club Person of the Year — congratulations, Meg! ❤️🤍🖤🦈
🎉 Congratulations to David Cullen, 2026 Club Person of the Year!
Dave has shown outstanding professionalism and commitment throughout the year, particularly in leading our committee meetings and navigating the complex process of the club’s league change application. His ability to research, understand and bring together the various by-laws, constitutions, surveys, correspondence and committee input was exceptional, ensuring the club had all the facts needed to make informed decisions.
Despite the enormous time commitment, Dave continued to give back as a Team Manager, an active and supportive parent, and a willing volunteer at club events and social functions. His dedication, reliability and willingness to step up whenever needed make him a truly deserving recipient. Congratulations, Dave! ❤️🤍🖤🦈
🏆🏆🏆 2026 PREMIERS!! 🏆🏆🏆
What an incredible day for our Sharks yesterday with all 3 of our Grand Finalist teams being crowned the 2026 Premiers in their divisions: U14 Girls (Div 3), U15 Boys (Div 2) and U16 Girls (Div 1) 🤩
A Sharks player was awarded Best on Ground in each match! Congratulations to:
U14 Girls – Mila Kam
U15 Boys – Zethan George
U16 Girls – Sienna Marcou
CONGRATULATIONS to you all! 🎉🎉🎉
2026 Club Captains
21 April 2026 · Prue Luke · News
We’re proud to announce our 2026 Club Captains
Granger Wheatley and TJ Wolff.
Two leaders who set the standard and lead from the front. Their commitment, attitude and drive have already made a huge impact across the club.
We can’t wait to see them lead the Sharks in 2026.
Go Sharks 🔴⚫️
Tate Hodgson selected for Northern Knights U18 Boys squad
14 March 2026 · Prue Luke · News
CONGRATULATIONS to Tate Hodgson on being selected to represent the Northern Knights Under 18 Boys squad for the 2026 season and being named Captain.
Adding to the strong group of captains across the club, Tate continues to lead from the front and set the example for those around him.
A fantastic achievement and a proud moment for the Sharks community.
Go well Tate.
Go Sharks 🔴⚪⚫🦈
2026 Eastern Ranges Representatives
4 March 2026 · Prue Luke · News
CONGRATULATIONS to our Sharks selected to represent the Eastern Ranges in the 2026 season.
U16 Girls
Lucia Waldren
Sienna Marcou
U16 Boys
Jackson Hartley
Lincoln O’Hare
George Smith
U18 Girls
Em Rankin
U18 Boys
Logan Ross
Charlie Nash
Ned Smith
Zac Antonellos
⭐️With SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS to the following who were named leaders of their teams.
Em Rankin – CAPTAIN
Lincoln O’Hare – VICE CAPTAIN
Charlie Nash – VICE CAPTAIN
A fantastic achievement and a proud moment for the Sharks community.
Go Sharks 🔴⚪⚫
Sharks Recognised as a Women & Girls Chartered Club
8 June 2025 · Prue Luke · News
🎉 We are proud to announce that the Sharks JFC has been officially recognised as a Women & Girls Chartered Club.
The AFL Women & Girls Community Football Charter is a commitment from football leagues, clubs and umpire groups to work towards making community football environments welcoming, safe and inclusive for women & girls.
The charter sets out the expectation that associations will champion women & girls, guided by four principles: opportunity, visibility, access and investment.
As a club, we will be guided by these principles to ensure we continue to provide a community that is safe, inclusive and enjoyable for all women & girls.
You can learn more about the charter at https://play.afl/clubhelp/women-girls/community-football-charter
❤️🤍🖤🦈
Sharks named 2024 Good Sports Victorian Club of the Year
4 April 2025 · Prue Luke · News
🎉 We are thrilled to announce that the Sharks JFC was named WINNER of the VIC Club of the Year award and RUNNER-UP for the Mental Health Excellence Award, at last week’s Good Sports Awards Ceremony held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)!!
These awards are testament to our club’s passion & commitment to making our club a safer, healthier and more family-friendly environment where the mental wellbeing of our community is prioritised.
We should all feel very proud of this achievement and continue to strive to be the best club we can be.
Go Sharks!! 🏆🔴⚪️⚫️🦈
