CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF LOCAL RUGBY LEAGUE
gympie Devils rlFC
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From a small rural farming community, the Gympie region has produced some extraordinary rugby league players that have gone on to play for Queensland and Australia, and the expedition continues to nurture and discover future talent.
After the demise of The Wanderers, Suburbs, Rainbows and Brothers, the Gympie Cooloola Devils Rugby League Club formed in 1997. However, the side did not join the Sunshine Coast competition until 1998.
From as early as 1908 the Gympie Rugby League Competition was very strong, hosting four competitive sides; The Wanderers, Suburbs, Rainbows and Brothers.
A committee was formed by a combination of seniors and juniors and Glen Hogan and Andrew Lawrence established a good foundation for the Gympie region to become a competitive force in rugby league once again.
Whilst many teams were competitive and played seriously against each other, the overall culture of the competition centred around ‘mateship’.
Over the past 20 years, the Gympie Devils have produced some outstandingly talented players and have been successful in winning several premierships.
One year, after a very tough grand final between the Wanderers and the Brothers, the Brothers side decided to celebrate the game with a couple of kegs at the Gympie Showgrounds. Later that evening the Wanderers joined the party and both sides contested their club spirit in a singing competition. Whilst they were competitors, they were still mates.
We have been very fortunate to have dedicated people who commit to ensuring the club continues to operate for all players coming through.
With the addition of A Grade, Reserve Grade, U18s and Women’s, Devil’s home games will have plenty to offer. Devils' members enjoy free entry to home games, a club polo shirt, stubby cooler, half time prize draws and access to our members only social events. Supporters can become a member for just $100. To find out more contact Darren Burns on 0412 809 108. Over the years Gympie had a strong competition, which involved several notable Cups. Most of these cups are displayed in the Gympie Devils clubhouse. The cups include; The Charity Cup (originated from rugby union when the competition folded and moved to rugby league), The 47th Battalion Shield, Recreation Cup, Coronation Cup and Coop Cup.
The Gympie Devils want your support as they continue to build towards a successful 2019 season.
Jake Harney, Joelene scott and sam brennan
About the club Club Established 1997 President mitch Hillcoat Treasurer tanya moessinger Registrar neridah Hillcoat P
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The Gympie Devils want your support as they continue to build towards a successful 2019 season With the addition of a our Division 2 / Reserve grade, U18’s & Women’s’ teams this year, Devils home games will have plenty to offer. Become a Devils member today enjoy free entry to home games, Club Polo shirt, stubby cooler and a half-time prize draw and a member only social event all for only $100. Contact Darren Burns 0412 809 108 OUR TEAM OUR TOWN 6945109aa
President - Mitch Hillcoat 0410 891 436 | Division A Coach - Michael Buckley 0407 890 405
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