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Great Southern Football League

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Football has been played in this area since the 1870s, with the Goolwa club dating back to 1878. The GSFL was officially formed in 1923 as the Great Southern Football Association with founding clubs Encounter Bay, Goolwa, Hindmarsh Valley, Port Elliot, and Victor Harbor. Over the years, the league has grown and changed its name to the Great Southern Football League.

Current Clubs

Here are the current member clubs of the GSFL:

Team Name

Debut Year

Number of Championships

Championship Years

Encounter Bay Eagles

1923

10

1940, 1958, 1960, 1961, 1965, 1967, 1989, 1996, 2013, 2015

Goolwa/Port Elliot Magpies

2001

Multiple

1925, 1932, 1953, 1975, 1976, 1977

Langhorne Creek Hawks

1978

8

1978, 2001, 2002, 2011, 2012, 2018, 2019, 2020

McLaren Eagles

1998

3

2003, 2022, 2023

Mount Compass Bulldogs

1953

5

1954, 1959, 1980, 2016, 2017

Myponga-Sellicks Mudlarks

1967

3

1974, 1983, 1984

Strathalbyn Roosters

1930

11

1963, 1964, 1966, 1968, 1971, 1979, 1981, 1982, 1987, 2000, 2010, 2014

Victor Harbor Kangaroos

1923

24

1923, 1924, 1926, 1928, 1930, 1934, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1955, 1957, 1972, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1997, 1999

Willunga Demons

1986

10

1986, 1988, 1998, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2021

Yankalilla Tigers

1935

3

1969, 1970, 1985

The Great Southern Football League is a vital part of South Australia's sporting landscape, fostering a strong community and promoting football excellence. With a rich history, dedicated clubs, and a commitment to developing future talent, the GSFL continues to be a beacon of sportsmanship and competitive spirit.

For more information, you can visit the specific Wikipedia page on the Great Southern Football League.

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