The 2024 season has been a remarkable journey for SUFC, culminating in a memorable awards evening that celebrated the outstanding achievements of our players and teams. This year, the spotlight shone brightly on our women’s program and Colts, both of which demonstrated exceptional skill and determination.
Women’s Program Triumphs
Our women’s teams have had an extraordinary season, achieving undefeated records in both the XV and X formats. This remarkable feat is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and teamwork. The following players were recognised for their exceptional contributions:
- Georgia Rivers – Women’s Best Back
- Hollie Cameron – Women’s Best Forward
- Kate Barry – Women’s Most Improved Player
- Grace Freeman – Women’s Best & Fairest
Colts’ Strong Showing
The Colts also had a stellar season, with a particularly strong performance in the finals. Our 2nd Colts team secured their premiership, showcasing the depth of talent within our ranks. The award winners from the Colts are:
- Sam Sharman – 3rd Colts Best Back
- Alex Purser – 3rd Colts Best Forward
- Pat O’Connor – 2nd Colts Best Back
- Cameron Webster – 2nd Colts Best Forward
- Henry James – 1st Colts Best Back
- Harry Davis – 1st Colts Best Forward
- Alex Zuber – Wehbe Family Colts Most Improved Award
- Eddie Moala – Stephen Anthony Trophy Best and Fairest Colt
Grade Teams’ Achievements
Our grade teams also had much to celebrate, with standout performances across the board. Here are the award winners:
- Liam Postlethwaithe – 4th Grade Best Back
- Jack Sproats – 4th Grade Best Forward
- Andrew Guest – 3rd Grade Best Back
- Will Austin – 3rd Grade Best Forward
- Boston Fakafanua – 2nd Grade Best Back
- Darcy Creagh – 2nd Grade Best Forward
- Eddie Poolman – 1st Grade Best Back
- Sam Allsopp – 1st Grade Best Forward
- Harrison Johansen – Most Improved Grade Player
- Sam Allsopp – Best and Fairest
- Sam Allsopp – Dick Tooth Member’s Choice Winner
Special Club Recognitions
We also celebrated several special achievements and contributions to the club:
- Jack McCalman & Henry Clunies-Ross – Played 100 1st grade games
- Oliver Schmude – Club leading point scorer (143)
- Liam Grover – Club leading try scorer (18)
- Connor O’Shea, Angus Allen, Lachlan Thorpe, Fapiola Uoifalelahi & Kate Barry – 2024 Club Captains
- Connor O’Shea, Pat Baldock & Jacinta Dockrill – Club people of the Year
- Tom Coolican & Mark Jones – 2024 Stephen Rowntree Trophy Volunteer of the Year
This season has been a testament to the hard work and dedication of all our players, coaches, and volunteers. Congratulations to all the award winners and to everyone who contributed to making 2024 a successful and memorable year for SUFC. Here’s to even greater achievements in the future!