A huge effort by Boronia Hawks Football Netball Club – Junior ZAC PAPWORTH from the Under 14’s who kicked goal number 100 in season 2025 on Sunday! 15 goals in the last Home and Away match of the season against East Ringwood saw him finish on 101 ahead of the finals series this weekend!
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100 GAMES MILESTONE | JAKE MELLIS
This week we celebrate a huge milestone for one of our finest, Jake Mellis, who runs out for his 100th senior game in the brown and gold! After a decorated Junior career, as a Captain and Under 19 David Murrihy Medallist, Jake has excelled in his Senior career to date.
A 2023 Premiership Player and always a true team-first Hawka. Whether it’s shutting down an opponent or standing tall in big moments, Jake always leads by example and puts the team first. Jake is a much loved & respected teammate off the field.
The Mellis name continues to build a proud legacy at the Hawka – and hitting the ton is another proud chapter in an already incredible career. Congratulations Jakey.
MILESTONE FOR MAX BRASHER
A huge congratulations to young star Max Brasher who will be playing his 50th game this weekend for the BHFNC.
The crafty and clean midfielder has been an absolute stand out in his 2 premiership years he has been at the club, boasting an impressive 88% win ratio from his first 50 games is truly outstanding. It is going to be a fun journey watching Max continue to grow as a player and to see what he and the team can achieve in the future. Here’s to many more in the Boronia Hawks Guernsey!
150 GAMES FOR BRENTON “HAMMER” McALPINE
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.