We wish to congratulate Brett van Groningen who played his 200th league/club game for the Kalamunda Cougars in round 7 against the Ballajura Royals at Kingfisher Park.
Brett first came to the club from Swan Districts and played a once off game in round 13, 2011 against West Coast Cowan. His breakneck lightning speed off half back, exquisite skills and mesmerizing play are a joy to watch.
I’ve never seen someone cruise past multiple opponents with such ease and with the confidence in his own ability and an unshakeable mentality, makes it an almost impossible task for the competition to stop him.
After a stint at Swan Districts, he returned to play for the cougars in 2013. It proved to be an outstanding year for himself and the club. He became a premiership player winning a thrilling grand final against West Coast Cowan in horrendous conditions.
Bret was a huge part of the group that not only won the club’s first B Grade flag but also helped Kalamunda remain in A grade for the next 5 seasons to show the rest of the competition that Kalamunda meant business. He would go on to earn four Enright medals, represent WA in the state under 23s and captain the league team.
Brett you are easily one of the most gifted and talented players that’s graced our great club in my time. Well done on your milestone and huge respect for the way you conduct yourself with your commitment and professionalism to show and guide others to get the best out of themselves. You are a true champion of the Kalamunda Football Club.
Congratulations also to our club President Brenton Lucas who played his 150th club game for the Kalamunda Cougars. in round 7 against the Dianella Morley Raiders at Dianella open space.
Known to all as ‘Wolfy’ and now into his 10th season at the club. Wolfy is one of the hardest workers on and off the field our club has ever seen.
He puts in a mountain of effort behind the scenes and works his backside off each and every game day. He is a selfless and team player first who has a huge heart. He has a willingness to play in whatever role to benefit the team, with bravery, grit and toughness that he displays each week to inspire his teammates. Wolfy believes to never give up no matter how bad the odds are stacked against you. His no nonsense approach, positive mindset to get the job done and being able to hold people accountable shows maturity beyond his years.
His accolades include, club person of the year in 2018, runner up reserves best and fairest 2020 and thirds most consistent 2023,2024. A long time committee member since 2019 and our clubs current president.
Well done Wolfy, over the years you have deservingly earned a high level of praise from everyone at the football club. It is not only what you do around the club but how you are respectful and kind to others.
Being president is a difficult task and you always manage to do what’s best for the club. Thank you for all the work you do and enjoy the future in your role.
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