Club History
A new beginning (2010)
The Longwood Football Netball Club, also known as the Redlegs, joined the Kyabram District League in 2010 following the dissolution of the Benalla District Football Netball League. This marks the beginning of a brand-new age full with possibilities and difficulties.
Challenges and Comeback (2014–2015)
Since 2014, the team has been dealing with serious issues like low player availability and financial difficulties. To address these issues, the formation of an Under 18 football squad was a crucial first step. The club started to improve matters in 2015 with the help of a dedicated committee and newly appointed president Mark Goodall. One of the most important things that stabilized the club's predicament was the hiring of Matthew Sacco as the senior football coach.
Growth and Stabilization (2016–2018)
Nick Brown led Longwood as senior coach from 2016 to 2018, bringing about good adjustments. The club started a phase of stabilization and growth by adding Under 15's and Under 17's teams to its netball division and working hard to pay off its debt.
Leadership (2019–2022)
When Michael Galvin took over as senior coach in 2019, he helped the team overcome the COVID-19 pandemic's obstacles and promote unity. The team was able to pay off its debts under his leadership and kept expanding in both netball and football. With Megan Pellegrino taking over as head coach, the netball team had newfound success.
New Direction (2022)
With an eye towards bolstering its football department, the club named Jordan Formosa senior coach in 2022. With the senior team winning seven games in 2023, it was the club's most successful season on the pitch thanks to his professional and strict coaching approach.
Development and Achievement
The Longwood Football Netball Club is a living example of tenacity, cohesion, and achievement. The club, which is celebrating its accomplishments and anticipating many more, is well-positioned for a bright future with a stable committee and ongoing expansion in both football and netball.
Club Timeline
| History | Years |
|---|---|
| Joined the Kyabram District League | 2010 |
| Introduced Under 18's football | 2014 |
| Mark Goodall appointed president, club formed a survival plan | 2015 |
| Nick Brown signed as senior coach for the next three seasons | 2016 |
| Change of president, Michael Galvin appointed as senior coach | 2018 |
| Megan Pellegrino appointed as head coach | 2020 |
| Club became debt free for the first time since 2014 | 2021 |
| Jordan Formosa appointed as senior coach | 2022 |
| Most successful season on field | 2023 |
Football Competitions Timeline
| Competitions Name | Years |
|---|---|
| Sutherland Cup competition | 1890 |
| North Eastern Football Association | 1891-1892 |
| Longwood was a part of the Euroa and District Football Association. | 1904 to 1949 |
| Longwood was a part of the Hume Highway Football League | 1950 to 1954 |
| Longwood was a part of the Waranga NE 2nd XVIII competition. | 1955 |
| Longwood was a part of the Avenel-Longwood Football Club in the Waranga NE 2nd XVIII competition. | 1956 to 1969 |
| The club reformed in its own right and played in the Benalla & District Football League. They competed in this league until it folded after the 2009 season. | 1970 |
Football Premierships
| Name | Years |
|---|---|
| Euroa District Football Association | 1906, 1908, 1924, 1934, 1935, 1936 |
| Hume Highway Football League | 1953 |
| Benalla District Football League. | 1977, 1985, 2000 |
Runners Up
| Runners Up | Years |
|---|---|
| Euroa District Football Association | 1909 |
| Benalla & District Football League | 1973, 1986, 1995, 2002 |
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