Tag Archives: 2026

RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | BRIANNAN LAMBE

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We couldn’t be more thrilled to announce that Briannan Lambe has re-signed with Boronia for the 2026 season.

Bri had a huge season with Eastern Ranges kicking 23 goals from 15 games, including two in their Grand Final victory. Bri can play any position, is a strong contested mark, explosive in and around stoppages and has elite skills. We may have only had Bri with us for three games this year given her Ranges commitments, but she made a big impact for such a young person. We’re excited to have Bri back in brown and gold next season.

RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | JAX PHILLIPS

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We’re excited to announce that Jax Phillips has re-signed with Boronia for the 2026 season.

Jax has been a stalwart of the program since joining in 2019, playing 57 senior games and 21 in our Masters side. Jax is always looking to find ways to improve her game and we can’t wait for another big season in brown and gold in 2026.

RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | SHAYLA PORTER

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We couldn’t be more excited to announce Shayla Porter has re-signed with Boronia for the 2026 season.

Shayla has come through our junior pathway after joining the club in 2023, being part of our U16 Premiership side. Shayla has already had a taste of Senior football playing 9 games with the Senior squad over the past two years, and we can’t wait to see her take her game to another level next season.

RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | HANNAH GRIFFITHS

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We’re excited to announce that Hannah Griffiths has re-signed with Boronia for the 2026 season.

After making the switch from basketball to football this year, not only did Hannah debut for Boronia this season, she also made her VFLW debut for Box Hill! Highly skilled, athletic, strong contested game and a great teammate, Hannah has made huge strides in her first year of football. The sky is the limit, and we’re excited to see Hannah continue to grow next season in brown and gold.

RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | EMILY O’REILLY

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We’re thrilled to announce that Emily O’Reilly has re-signed with Boronia for the 2026 season.

Emily will be stepping up to Senior football this season after coming through our junior pathway. Still so new to the game, Emily is improving every season, and was recognised as the Most Consistent player in the U18s this year. We’re excited to have her playing in brown and gold next season!

RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | TAYLAH PERRY

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We’re excited to announce that Taylah Perry has re-signed with Boronia for the 2026 season.

Coming from an athletics and sprints background, Taylah swapped the grass of the Stawell Gift to the grass at Tormore and added a huge amount on and off field for our squad this season. Taylah is ferocious in the contest and it’s no surprise her scintillating pace makes her exciting to watch, and we’re looking forward to watching her continue to grow as a footballer next season.

COACHING ANNOUNCEMENT | JOEL GALVIN

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Boronia Hawks are excited to welcome JOEL GALVIN to our senior coaching group as Senior Assistant Coach for 2026. Joel is one of the most decorated footballers in the EFNL, with a career spanning over 300 senior games filled with success.

  • 300+ senior games at the top level
  • Premiership player at just 17 years old in 2005
  • Premiership captain in 2016
  • Five-time Club Best & Fairest winner (2011, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2018)
  • Three-time EFNL Kenneth Wright Medalist (2012, 2016, 2018)
  • Officially recognised as an EFNL Legend for his outstanding contribution to the competition
  • Coaching experience with the Eastern Ranges program
  • Playing Assistant Coach at Bayswater, combining leadership on and off the field.

Joel’s experience, leadership, and tactical knowledge will be a huge asset as we continue to build and develop our senior program. He has lived the standards of success and will now help drive those same standards at Boronia.

BACK TO BORONIA | MATT BARKAS

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Boronia Hawks are excited to welcome back Matt Barkas for the 2026 season!

Matt came through our junior program before taking on the challenge at East Ringwood, where he built a reputation as a tough defender/midfielder. His courage and consistency were recognised with the Most Courageous Award in 2023 and 2024. Everyone get around Matt and give him a big Hawks welcome home.

RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | MADDIE BUTLER

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We’re excited to announce that Maddie Butler has re-signed with Boronia for the 2026 season.

Maddie will be stepping up to play her first season of Senior football after coming through our Junior pathway. Maddie is a natural leader who was captain of the U18s the past two seasons, and an U16 Premiership Player in 2023. We’re excited to have Maddie continue to develop her game in brown and gold next season and beyond!









NEW RECRUIT | JAKE ARUNDELL

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Boronia Hawks are excited to announce that JAKE ARUNDELL will join the club for the 2026 season.

A standout junior, Jake claimed the 2019 U17 Premier Division Best & Fairest before making his mark with Eastern Ranges in the NAB League. He then took his game to South Adelaide in the SANFL, and over the past 3 years has been with the Box Hill Hawks in the VFL — earning a place in the 2025 leadership group. Jake brings talent, leadership, and big-game experience to Boronia, and we can’t wait to see him running out in the brown and gold. Welcome to the Hawks, Jake!