NEW RECRUIT | JAKE ARUNDELL

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! 


RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | ELLA OTTE

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

Ella played her first season of Senior football this year after an accomplished junior career winning two Premierships. Ella is a strong contested player, with a penetrating left foot and equally comfortable on ball or up forward. Ella was rewarded with her great season by taking home the Development side Best and Fairest award. We look forward to Ella taking her game to another level in 2026 in brown and gold.


APPLICATIONS SOUGHT | DEVELOPMENT SQUAD COACH

Boronia Hawks Football Netball Club, affiliated with the Eastern Football Netball League (EFNL), is seeking applications for the position of Senior Men’s Development Squad (Reserves) Coach (playing or non-playing) for the 2026 season.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a highly respected and successful community club and to work under the mentorship of four-time EFNL Premiership Coach, Matthew Clark.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving the continued development of our senior playing group.

Remuneration will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s background, skill set, and experience.

How to Apply: A detailed position description and selection criteria for this position is available and can be obtained by contacting the Club’s Director of Football, Wayne Judge either via email or phone.

  • Email ?: wayne.judge@edumail.vic.gov.au
  • Phone ?: 0400 951 867

The position will remain open until filled.

Wayne Judge, Director of Football, Boronia Hawks Football Netball Club


RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | ANGIE TORCASIO

We’re thrilled to announce that Angie Torcasio has re-signed with Boronia for the 2026 season.

Angie had a huge season this year, after debuting with Box Hill, Angie went on to play 10 games at VFLW level. A classy midfielder with elite skills, Angie is equally as damaging on offence and defense. Angie was phenomenal in her games with Boronia this year, and we can’t wait to see her continue her develop her game in brown and gold next season.


RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | EMERSON WATT

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

Emerson returned to football this season, and made an impact from the very first session. Emerson reads the play incredibly well, is always willing to put her head over the ball, is a strong contested mark in defence and can play a number of roles across the ground. Still only 18, Emerson has a lot more football ahead of her in brown and gold and we can’t wait for next year.


RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | LUCY McLENNAN

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

Lucy joined the Hawks in 2024 and has become a huge part of the squad in a short amount of time. Still very early in her football career, Lucy has played 27 games in her first two seasons. Lucy is a physical, highly motivated footballer, who is a great team mate and we can’t wait for her to continue her development next season.


RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | RACHAEL PARNES

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

Rachael notched up her 50th club game for Boronia this season, and has also played 21 Masters games since joining the club. Rach is always the first to volunteer and is one of our hardest working squad members. Rach always gives it 100% at training or on game day and we’re excited for more in 2026.


RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | JESS MATTIOLI

We’re thrilled to announce that Jess Mattioli has re-signed with Boronia for the 2026 season.

Jess joined us this year, and went from strength to strength as the season went on. Coming from a netball background, Jess played mostly at Centre Half Back and her strong intercept marking was a feature of her game. We’re excited for Jess to take her game to another level in brown and gold next season!


RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | MADY McMILLAN

We’re thrilled to announce that Mady McMillan has re-signed with Boronia for the 2026 season.

Mady was the first player to graduate from our junior girls pathway, where she won an U16s Premiership in 2023, stepping up into Senior football this season. Splitting her time across both teams this year, Mady played mostly forward and mid, but played in other roles when the opportunity presented itself. We’re excited for Mady to level up again next season in brown and gold!


RE-SIGNED FOR 2026 | DARCI WATT

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

Darci has been one of our most consistent squad members in 2025 in her first year with the Hawks. Willing to play any role for the team when asked, Darci is the ultimate team mate and always willing to step up when required. Darci made her Senior debut in Round 7 this year, and we’re excited for another big year of growth from Darci in 2026.