Illawarra Lions
Illawarra Lions | ||
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Sydney AFL | ||
Coach | Ken Ewen-Chappell | |
Ground(s) | North Dalton Park | |
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They play their home games at North Dalton Park in Towradgi, and following the installation of lighting during the summer of 2006–07 the club hosted 3 night matches during the 2007 season which attracted encouraging crowds. Trevor Burnett was head coach from 2008 to 2011 seasons, replacing Jason Philp after the 2007 season. Former Sydney Swans player Neil Brunton is the assistant coach. Current player/coach is Ken Ewen-Chappell
History
The club formed in 1971 as the Swans and moved to the Sydney AFL in 1989, becoming the Lions. After winning the First Division premiership in 2004, the Lions were promoted to Sydney AFL Premier Division in 2005. They won 3 games in 2005, 4 in 2006, 3 in 2007, 3 in 2008, 4 and a draw in 2009, and 2 in 2010.
References
- ^ Lions, Illawarra. "Illawarra Lions". Retrieved 14 September 2012.
External links
- Profile for Illawarra Lions on Full Points Footy