The emergence of the Junior Development Scheme, giving the opportunity for specialised coaching and advanced training techniques to our home-grown juniors, laid the foundation for them to improve their skills and advance into a playing field never before available to them so readily, the New South Wales competition. The original colours were gold and then blue, before maroon and white was set upon in 1952. The great thing about the club is that they put so much back into the community. Between 1986 and 1996 Stanley played 113 first-grade games for the Dolphins and captained the club to the premiership in 1994. of a downward economy was developing. Now 92, he believes that he is the sole surviving member from that inaugural club meeting. In the early 50's one of the major problems was transportation with Bus services on the Peninsula very limited and virtually non existent after dark, most players either walked or rode bikes to training. The Broncos had joined the New South Wales Rugby League's competition in 1988 and some of Queensland's best players were being lured to wealthier clubs with poker machine revenue down south. I knew your mum loved her footy, Leis told McInnes simply. Weve had quite a few meetings with the NRL, just to let them know that we were keen and ready to go. As the Vodafone Warriors' feeder club, Redcliffe has provided a platform through its Intrust Super Cup for six players to make their NRL debuts this year. The club even hosted a trip interstate for him to study playing arenas in New South Wales, particularly through Manly President Bill Cameron valuable information was gained. 1962 Redcliffe wins its first Brisbane Rugby League title, the reserve grade premiership. eventy years ago, on the evening of 27 February, 1947, a group of men gathered at the Redcliffe Council chambers, 40km north of. Moreton Daily Stadium, Dolphin Oval and the hills around it were developed on the site of an old refuse dump when the team outgrew their original home at the Redcliffe Showgrounds. Despite some initial problems the competition was a successful innovation by the Queensland Rugby League with most of the games proving to be of a high standard. It is generally agreed that the formation of the Redcliffe Peninsula Rugby League Football Club in 1947 was attributed to a number of Rugby League enthusiasts and players in Redcliffe but leading the way with a relentless will to succeed was Margate Bookmaker Bill McLeod. Anthony Milford 7. 1947 The Redcliffe Peninsula Rugby League Club club is founded, in an effort to promote the game of rugby league in the Peninsula area. The Queensland Rugby League had no accreditation courses available and to become qualified one had to do it by correspondence with the New South Wales Rugby League. Many of Queenslands most iconic players and coaches passed through the club, including Barry Muir, Dick Tosser Turner, Bryan Niebling, Peter Leis, Adam Mogg, Daly Cherry-Evans, Wally Fullerton-Smith, Brent Tate, Petero Civoniceva and, of course, the late, great Arthur Beetson a man once described as the tribal elder of the Queensland State of Origin side. Historian Greg Mallory believes that geographic separation is one of the reasons behind Redcliffe Dolphins survival and recent success, while Bob Jones reckons it has given the club a distinct character. From this humble beginning in the City league, the club progressed to 1958 and 1959 having Third and Reserve grade. Alf worked tirelessly as President of the club until he resigned in 1971. Throughout the 1960s, a number of famous players came through the ranks of the Dolphins to represent Queensland and Australia, including Trevor Harken and Arthur Beetson. When he was chosen for Australia he received a telegram and 25 pounds from the club. Club patron and poet Rupert McCall said Dolphin Oval had become a "sacred site"for so many. Sources with . Besides those coming from Redcliffe other players had to be brought in from outside and they came from rugby union (Eagle Junction Club) and players from Brisbane Rugby League clubs who were invited to play for the club on Sundays. 2022 Players | QRL Players / Hostplus Cup All Teams Trending Tyrone Roberts Five-Eighth Devils Alan White Halfback Capras Jaleel Seve-Derbas 2nd Row Seagulls Wyatt Reynolds Prop Falcons Ryan Jeffery Lock Falcons Tom Farr Centre WM Seagulls Josh Chudleigh Hooker Blackhawks Callum Eggerling Hooker Magpies Whyatt Barnes Lock Pride Ezra Mam Halfback Join our mailing list for all the latest news and views from the world of Rugby League. The club acquired the original lease to 1998, which was later extended to 2008 before the club eventually purchased the land. Many remember the bar running out of beer and the club having no money to buy more. Games were played against Ipswich, Southport and Toowoomba, but it soon become apparent that, although they relished the idea of being able to prove and enjoy themselves as representative players, the country players found it extremely difficult comply with the additional but, more particularly the added burden of travelling the long distances required. The appointment of Ken McCrohon, the 1956 and 1957 Australian fullback, as player-coach was seen by the Brisbane Rugby League as authenticity that the club wanted to further its standards. Today Redcliffe Leagues Club boasts almost 30,000 members and over 200 staff who all help the Club live up to its motto as 'The Friendly Club'. Graham said when he thinks of that game, he can see then-club chairman Des Webb "bawling like a little girl". "When we were winning, that place was packed and everyone was just happy.". The response to a big new policy last week provides some clues, Ukraine's interior minister among 14 dead after helicopter crashes near kindergarten outside Kyiv, Deadly Ukraine helicopter crash cause unknown, Elon Musk auctions off Twitter's furniture, and an awkward tennis win, Is there a safe limit of alcohol you can drink? Benson said as a 19-year-old he couldn't believe his luck running onto the pitch with his childhood heroes, including captain-coach Arthur Beetson. With the licensed club struggling off the field the club was not able to chase the quality of player it needed to take them to that elusive premiership. It was the big thing in town, most people had a team, and it was the way Brisbane defined itself. The Dolphins junior club alone has 50 teams and 800 registered players in an area that is predicted to further expand. Best and Fairest: Col Weier Once we heard that, Barry Muir said, lets not disappoint them.. Redcliffe Dolphins has revealed plans for a $12 million stadium at Dolphin Oval. Senior Dolphins Players from all eras are invited to the 2019 RedPhins Past Players Reunion on Saturday 1st June 2019. In one of the most brutal games of Origin football in recent history, Gilbert played 78 minutes on debut, breaking a tackle and putting in an enormous . 2002 The Dolphins are Queensland Cup champions again. The main mode of transport to games was the back of gravel trucks with all players putting in 2 shillings for fuel. Mark returned the first grade side to the semi-finals, however soon after he accepted the first grade coaching job with Eastern Suburbs in Sydney. Today, Redcliffe Leagues Club is one of Queenslands premier licensed clubs boasting 30,000 members and 200 staff. [4][5] In 2018, Redcliffe won their sixth Queensland Cup title, defeating Easts Tigers 36-22.[6]. The team that represented the Club on this historic day was; Ken McCrohon, Kevin Benson, Peter Haggett, Buddy Hunter, Bernie Robinson, Keith Howard, Noel Gardner, Col Weier, Tommy Green, Jim Graham, Neville Edwards, Bob Kilmer, Dick Boxsell. There was no suggestion of misappropriation, but people as unfortunately in many cases of clubs, were not prepared to adhere to the law and naturally had their neighbours offside. In those consolidating years of the 50's, games were played in a very competitive basis against teams from Caboolture, Kilcoy, Woodford, Brisbane All Blacks, Aspley/Bald Hills, Sandgate, Zillmere, Pine Rivers and Dayboro. Redcliffe have a good forward pack and the best club rugby league coach of all time I think they will threaten the 8. The Dolphins have a rich history beginning in 1947 that has led to an NRL berth in 2023. The Redcliffe Dolphins, who had entered the Brisbane Rugby League just 19 seasons earlier, were a decade removed from their first and only premiership, won on the back. "Everything that we do is aimed at fostering and promoting rugby league in our district and in our area and nothing is going to change that. Rocco Berry (#258), Reece Walsh (#259), Edward Kosi (#260), Taniela Otukolo (#261), Viliami Vailea (#264) and Jackson Frei (#265) all played for the Dolphins before stepping up to the NRL. In 1972, Redcliffe were coached by former Kangaroo Ken Day. Jarrod Wallace 16. Above all, the dream of the 50?s that all players should have the right to represent at higher levels has now been extended for their entry, if so desired, into the highest level of competition in the land. McCall described the win as "shaking the monkey off the club's back". Included in that group were Wayne Bennett and Bernie Pramberg. Under head coach John Boxsell the first grade side again made the semi finals, finishing fourth in the minor premiership. On 19 November 1959, Redcliffe received full district club status and was accepted into the Brisbane first grade competition.[3]. Click here to purchase your ticket for the RedPhins Event and secure your limited edition Heritage Jersey. Best Allrounder: Col Weier The clubhouse had a nice bar area already established, but to meet the requirements of the liquor laws in relation to licensed premises, alterations had to be carried out firstly to meet those pressures and later in the decade to accommodate the growth in membership of the club. "He just came and gave me a bear hug. The success of the Dolphins on the football field has been mirrored by the success of the Leagues Club in the community. Such is Redcliffes dominance that it could be described as both the perennial bridesmaids and the powerhouse of the competition. The jersey will be worn by the Village Motors Dolphins for the first time in Round 4 when the Dolphins clash with the Souths Logan Magpies. [7][8] Notwithstanding, the semi-professional Redcliffe Dolphins continue to compete as they are in the Queensland Cup and other Queensland rugby league competitions. The Dolphins are the first team to join the NRL competition since the Gold Coast Titans joined in 2007. The clubs application to enter third and Second Grade teams into the Brisbane Rugby League was only successful after persistent lobbying from Secretary Don McLennan and Club officials. 1960 Redcliffe is officially accepted into the Brisbane Rugby League premiership, with the club known as The Seagulls. Available from the Redcliffe leagues Club Indeed the Redcliffe Dolphins are one of the great survivors of Australian rugby league. Although a separately licensed Dolphins (NRL) team is scheduled to compete in the fully professional 2023 national competition,[2] the Redcliffe squad will continue to play in the Queensland competition. Strengths/weaknesses of the bid: The club has a rich history and an army of rusted on fans ready to support the Dolphins' NRL expansion team. He said he can still feel each grand final loss from the '80s era with the heartbreak he felt as he watched on. Redcliffe players to make the team were Leslie Hala, Adam Connolly and Terry Jones and each did his club proud. A meeting of interested parties on February 27 in that year made the formation of the club a reality and the first office bearers were elected. The former front rower has been an often unheralded force near the front and centre of the Redcliffe Dolphins, throughout a proud ascent to the top of the Queensland Cup. Redcliffe is also a club that treasures its history and traditions. Sean O'Sullivan 8. The introduction of poker machines certainly created ?A new ball game? There is talk about a fifth COVID-19 vaccine dose, but how many should I already have and who is eligible? Tickets are $60 per person and include access to the Corporate Area at the top of the Des Webb Stand, a three hour food and beverage package and a RedPhins gift. "It was quite advanced back then and we put that all into the game plan and it really turned things around defensively," he said. "I would've been disappointed if I wasn't involved in that piece of Redcliffe's history," he said. The competition comprised of the nine BRL sides, Port Moresby and six country centres. The club, which turns 70 this year, has grown into the most successful side in Queensland. With this in mind Don McLennan was given the responsibility of becoming joint secretary and soon organised representative games for the district team. a first grade premiership. 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