Lions announce 2024 leaders

The Seymour Football Netball Club (SFNC) has announced its on-field leaders for the 2024 Goulburn Valley League (GVL) season.


Lachlan Waite and Dylan Scopel will remain as Co-Captains of the Senior side, joined in the leadership group by Jack Murphy, Huw Jones, James Wooster, Nick Dundon, Ben Cooney and Seamus Feery.


The leadership group brings a strong mix of experience and youth, providing different leadership styles to benefit the entirety of the playing group.


Seymour Lions Senior Coach Ben Davey said the group places the young talent of the club in good hands.


“We’re delighted to have a group of incredibly well-respected men leading our club again in 2024,” Mr Davey said.


 “Lachlan Waite stepped up last year and did a great job last year alongside Dylan Scopel and has taken on the extra responsibility as our Under 18s Seniors Coach.


“Dylan hit the 200 game mark of the club, has been a great player over a long period of time and is now a Lions and GVL Life Member.


“We’re incredibly lucky to have two fantastic leaders to support our whole playing group in their on and off-field development.”


James Wooster and Ben Cooney are the new faces in the leadership group for the season ahead.


“Both James and Ben play crucial roles in our backline and have a high level of senior football experience despite their young ages,” Mr Davey said.


“Their elevation gives us not just a great spread in terms of styles and age but also covers all areas of the ground.


“We do have quite a young group so we’ll be looking to keep elevating future leaders of the club in the season ahead.



“Everyone is raring to go for 2024. We can’t wait for next weekend.”

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By Mitch Itter June 22, 2026
The Seymour Football Netball Club (SFNC) will celebrate a significant milestone this weekend, with Senior Co-Coach and Captain Jack Murphy set to play his 150th senior game for the Lions. Since making his senior debut in 2015, Murphy has established himself as one of the premier players in the Goulburn Valley League. Over the past decade, Murphy has built an outstanding football resume. A dual Senior Best & Fairest winner, GVL Interleague representative, League MVP and former Coburg VFL player, he has consistently performed at an elite level while representing the Lions with distinction. While his individual achievements are impressive, Murphy's influence extends far beyond the football field. Renowned for his professionalism, work ethic and commitment to the club, he has played a significant role in driving standards and helping develop the next generation of Lions players. Now serving as Senior Co-Coach, Murphy continues to lead from the front each week and remains one of the competition's most influential midfielders. SFNC President Peter Elliott said Murphy's contribution to the Lions over the past 11 seasons has been remarkable. “Murph has been an outstanding servant of our football club and thoroughly deserves this recognition,” Mr Elliott said. “His achievements on the field are exceptional, but it's the way he goes about it that sets him apart. “He's one of the hardest workers at the club, a fantastic leader and someone who is so passionate about the success of the Seymour Lions. “He's represented our club with distinction throughout his career and continues to set the standard both as a player and coach. “To reach 150 senior games is a fantastic achievement and one that both Murph and everyone associated with the club should be proud of. “We're incredibly fortunate to have had Murph at Seymour for so long and look forward to seeing him continue to make an impact in the years ahead.”
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