Elliott takes the reins at The Den

Peter Elliott has been announced as the new President of the Seymour Football Netball Club (SFNC), taking the reins from Gerard O’Sullivan who stood down as the joint-longest serving President in SFNC history.


Elliott had a distinguished career at Seymour as a key position player and was a member of the Lions’ 1991 Goulburn Valley League (GVL) Senior Premiership. His son Alex is also a current player with the club.


As the GVL season approaches, Elliott said he was eager to get to work to ensure the Lions have another successful season.


“It’s an incredibly exciting time to be involved at Seymour, with a great group of footballers, netballers and volunteers,” Mr Elliott said.


“The last few seasons have seen some great results across all our grades, and we’re excited to see the growth in some of our younger players this season.


“The club is in a great position at the moment and it’s a fantastic time to be involved in community sport.


“I’d encourage anyone who wants to lend a hand to reach out and help the Lions in 2025. We’ve got plenty of roles that could do with some volunteer support, and I can guarantee you’ll get plenty out of your time at the club.”


Elliott thanked Gerard O’Sullivan for his contribution to the SFNC across his two stints as President.


“Being involved at an Executive level at a club is a very time-consuming role, and it would be impossible to quantify the time Gerard has put into the Seymour Lions,” Mr Elliott said.


“He’s been a tireless volunteer as long as I can remember and a fantastic leader across his time as President.


“Sandra and the entire O’Sullivan family have been fantastic volunteers, supporters and officials and deserve our thanks.


“Local clubs are nothing without top quality volunteers and we’re all indebted to Gerard for his magnificent service.”


The Seymour Lions will kick off their 2025 GVL campaign on April 5 away against Rochester before hosting the Swans in their first home game of the season on April 12.


Anyone interested in volunteering with the SFNC is encouraged to reach out to Pete Elliott via email at sfncpresident@outlook.com

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