Senior Men's & Women's Football and Netball, Junior Boys & Girls Football, Auskick and over 35's Veterans and Masters Football. Affiliated with EFNL. We acknowledge the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation as the traditional custodians of the land in Boronia.
Round 12 marks a special moment for Max Collins and the entire Boronia Hawks community as he makes his senior debut for the club.
Max is the current Under 19s Captain, a leader who has progressed through our junior ranks. In 2023, he was recognised across the league when he claimed the EFNL Under 17.5 league Best and Fairest, a reflection of just how influential he’s been on the field. The Collins name is one of the biggest at Boronia. Max continues a proud family legacy and tomorrow he’ll run out alongside his brother Jayden Collins, a three-time senior premiership player. Congratulations Max. We’re all behind you.
A huge congratulations to Max Nicoll, who will play his first game for the Eastern Ranges in Round 14 along with three other Boronia Hawks U19 team mates.
We look forward to watching Max continue to develop and represent both the Eastern Ranges and the Boronia Hawks with pride. Well done Max the whole club is right behind you.
In Round 12 we celebrate a special milestone for one of our most loyal and respected Hawks. Brenton McAlpine will run out for his 150th game for the Boronia Hawks Football Netball Club.
Brenton started his journey with the club back in 2006 as a junior, and he’s worn the brown and gold with pride ever since. Over the years, he’s grown into a consistent senior player, a team leader, and a great role model for others across the club.
His career highlights include: • Under 15’s Best and Fairest in 2009 • Under 16’s Best and Fairest in 2010 • Under 19’s Best and Fairest in 2013 • Senior debut in 2014 • Senior Coach’s Award in 2015 • Member of the 2018 Senior Premiership team • 100th senior game in 2019.
And now reaching 150 total club games but Brenton’s contribution goes far beyond his playing record. Off the field, he’s a dedicated volunteer and much-loved Auskick coach, giving up his time to help develop the next generation of young Hawks. He sets a fantastic example through both his actions and his attitude.
Congratulations Brenton on reaching 150 games. You’re a fantastic footballer, a selfless teammate, and someone the entire club is proud of. We’re incredibly lucky to have you at Boronia. Let’s all get around him this weekend.
CRYSTAL CHINN is the ultimate teammate and a much loved and respected member of the squad. Chinny has played mostly as a forward since joining Boronia, but has spent time in defense and on ball when needed. Chinny was part of our 2023 Division 1 Premiership side, and has also grown as a leader this season when playing in the Development side. Congratulations on bringing up 50 club games in the brown and gold!
MEL CARPENTER has been one of our most consistent performers over the past two years taking out the Dev best and fairest in 2023, before finishing third in 2024. Mel is fast, determined and has a long penetrating kick, and with every year of development she becomes a more important member of the squad! Congratulations on your 50th club game in Brown and Gold Mel!
Our partnership with the Knox Club goes back many years and we are truly grateful for the support they have given the Hawks and, more so, what our club community can give back to them with our patronage. The sponsorship from Knox Club directly funds all our junior and senior football and netball programs and helps to make sport affordable for our families.
A valued and loyal supporter, they have welcomed us for our AGM’s, strategy meetings, “meet the coach” nights, game day awards, and team dinners. They have hosted many fantastic social events from balls to annual presentation nights.
Knox Club offers a variety of dining facilities and bar spaces which are perfect for a catch up with family, friends or team mates. Live music is featured at the Knox Club, ranging from popular tribute acts to acoustic Sunday Sessions on the Outside Decking. Whether it be after work drinks on the decking, dinners in McCluskeys Bistro with family and friends, or a punt on the pokies or on the TAB in the SportsBar; the Knox Club has everything you need to be entertained.
Just a reminder to renew your membership with our Major Sponsor Knox Club. If you have never had a membership previously, pop in and mention you are a Hawka. Community engagement is vital to keep the partnership thriving for all.
Please join us all in congratulating four of our senior players who reach personal milestones with the Hawks on 14 June.
A huge congrats to Brayden Wright, who notches up his 100th game for Boronia this weekend! Wrighty was a key part of our Development Squad premierships in 2018 and 2019, holding down the ruck with athleticism and consistency. After a couple of seasons at Ferntree Gully, it’s great to have him back in the brown and gold. Well done, Wrighty!
One of the premier midfielders in the EFNL, Steph Phillips has starred for Boronia since joining in 2021. Runners up in the Ellen Johnson Medal on three occasions, Steph has also been selected in the EFNL Team of the Year in our 2023 premiership year. Congratulations Steph on reaching 50 games in brown and gold!
A huge congratulations to James Gardiner-Hoffman on playing his 50th game for the Boronia Hawks FNC! After a couple of seasons away, we couldn’t be happier to have him back in the brown and gold where he belongs. Welcome home, Jimmy — and here’s to many more games in the Hawka guernsey!
Congratulations to Mitch Mellis, who notches up his 50th senior game for Boronia Football Club this weekend! In just 50 games, Mitch has built an impressive resume – 2 premierships, a Bob Henry Medal, and Division 2 2x League Best & Fairest. A dynamic midfielder with skill and toughness, Mitch consistently leads by example. The son of Boronia great Cam Mellis, Mitch continues the family legacy with pride and passion every time he pulls on the jumper. Well done Mitch – here’s to many more in the brown and gold!
The Women’s Football coaches held a mid-season coaching review dinner and meeting at The Knox Club: a celebration of achievement and setting the path forward.
Left to Right: Tim Cavanagh, Nicole Guy, Scott Nicholas, Amanda Cellante, Greg Hall, Sean Buncle and Josh Silverii.
This week, 2018 Premiership Captain Lachie McKernan plays his 150th match wearing the brown and gold.
LMac has been instrumental in establishing a team-oriented culture that has facilitated our club’s very good name within the EFNL. LMac has been a leader of men, a bloody fine player, and a great support to the coaching staff throughout his career at Boronia.
A tough, uncompromising onballer who always played team-oriented football. LMac retired from senior football with much petrol still in the tank for family and business reasons at the end of 2021, but has returned this season to help with our transition into Div 1. Many of his leadership dispositions are still seen and lived through Harry Burgess, Luke Hannon, and Ryan White as LMac’s legacy will be long-standing.
We congratulate LMac on 150 great games at The Hawka, and we thank and acknowledge his contribution to the broader growth of our club.
