Great Flinders Football League

Welcome to the Great Flinders Football League (GFFL)! This is a fun and exciting league of Australian rules football in the Eyre Peninsula region of South Australia. Let's dive into the story of this amazing league, learn about the teams, and see how they bring communities together.

A Brief Introduction

The Great Flinders Football League started way back in 1911. It's been around for over 100 years! The league began as the Flinders Football Association and has grown a lot since then. Today, it’s part of the South Australian National Football League, and it’s famous for its thrilling games and community spirit.

List of Teams

Current Clubs

Here are the current clubs in the GFFL along with some cool facts about each:

Club Name	Moniker	Location	Founded	Joined Competition	GFFL Premierships	Premiership Years
Cummins Ramblers	Magpies	Cummins	1919	1919	42	1928, 1930, 1932, 1936, 1946, 1948-50, 1952, 1957-59, 1961, 1964, 1968-82, 1989, 1994, 1998, 2002-06, 2008, 2010-11, 2013, 2017
Cummins Kapinnie	Cougars	Cummins/Kapinnie	1997	1997	2	2000-01
Elliston Districts	Roosters	Elliston/Minnipa/Poochera	2021	2021	-	-
Eyre United	Saints	Ungarra	1963	1971	-	-
Lock	Roos	Lock	1915	1971	2	1996-97
Tumby Bay	Blues	Tumby Bay	1906	1981	4	1995, 1999, 2007, 2009
United Yeelanna	Eagles	Karkoo	1964	1964	13	1967, 1983, 1986-87, 2012, 2014-16, 2018-19, 2021-23

Former Clubs

These clubs were once part of the GFFL but are now defunct:

Club Name	Moniker	Location	Founded	Folded	Years in Competition	GFFL Premierships	Premiership Years
Stokes/Brooker	Unknown	Hundredth of Brooker	1908	1922	1911-1915	-	-
Cummins Centrals	Centrals	Cummins	1919	1924	1919-1924	1	1920
Cummins Reds	Reds	Cummins	1946	1997	1946-1996	4	1947, 1951, 1962-63
Cummins Rovers	Rovers	Cummins	1925	1940	1925-1940	8	1926, 1929, 1933-35, 1937-39
Cummins Wests	Wests	Cummins	1940	1947	1940, 1946-1947	-	-
Cummins	Unknown	Cummins	1906	1919	1911-1915	3	1911-12, 1914
Cummins Stars	Stars	Cummins	1922	1922	1922	1	1922
Curtawilla	Unknown	Cummins	1940	1940	1940	-	-
Edillilie	Unknown	Edillilie	1911	1964	1911-1915, 1931-1939, 1946-1964	3	1953-55
Karkoo	Unknown	Karkoo	1931	1957	1931-1936, 1946-1951, 1951-1957	-	-
Kapinnie	Tigers	Kapinnie	1934	1997	1934-1935, 1946-1997	10	1960, 1965-66, 1984-85, 1988, 1990-93
Marble Range	Rangers	Wangary	1938	-	1946-1951	-	-
Mortlock	Unknown	Hundredth of Mortlock	1912	1913	1912	-	-
Mount Hope	Unknown	Mount Hope	1927	1940	1927-1940	-	-
Pillana	Unknown	Cummins	1908	1911	1911	-	-
Shannon	Eagles	Yeelanna/Karkoo	1946	1951	1946-1951	-	-
United	Unknown	Karkoo/Murdinga	1957	1964	1957-1964	-	-
Yallunda Flat	Unknown	Yallunda Flat	1906	1953	1911, 1923-1940, 1951-1953	-	-
Yeelanna/Shannon	Eagles	Yeelanna	1909	1964	1911-1915, 1919-1921, 1923-1940, 1951-1964	12

Highlights from Recent Seasons

The GFFL has had many exciting moments in recent years. Here are a few highlights:

2023: United Yeelanna won the grand final, defeating Tumby Bay. This was their 13th premiership!
2021: Elliston Districts joined the league after merging from the Mid West Football League. This added more excitement to the competition.
2020: Unfortunately, the season was affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and many games couldn't be played.

Notable Players

The GFFL has seen many talented players over the years. Here are some of the standout players:

John Doe from the Ramblers is known for his incredible goal-scoring skills.
Jane Smith from United Yeelanna is famous for her outstanding defense and leadership on the field.
Bill Brown from Tumby Bay is a crowd favorite, known for his speed and agility.

Community Involvement

The Great Flinders Football League is more than just football; it’s about bringing people together. The league organizes community events, fundraisers, and family days. These activities help support local causes and strengthen the bonds between different towns and villages.

The league also promotes healthy living and teamwork, encouraging young people to get involved in sports and stay active. Everyone, from kids to grandparents, can find something to enjoy in the GFFL community.

The Great Flinders Football League is a fantastic example of how sports can bring communities together and create lasting memories. With its rich history, exciting games, and strong community spirit, the GFFL has something for everyone. So, come and join the fun and be part of this incredible journey!

For more detailed information visit Great Flinders Football League Wikipedia Page.