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WE'RE MORE THAN A CLUB
We’re a community built on connection, resilience, and the power
of sport to bring people together.
Born from history. Built for the future.
OUR HISTORY
The Geelong West Giants were born in 2017, when two of Geelong’s oldest and most passionate sporting clubs came together, the Geelong West St Peter's Roosters (Red West) and the Geelong West Sporting Club (Blue West).
What emerged wasn’t just a new name or jumper. It was the continuation of a sporting story stretching all the way back to 1878. Between our foundations, the Giants proudly carry more than 260 years of football and netball history, shaped by generations of players, volunteers, families and supporters.
This merger created something bigger than any one club, a united community built on tradition, resilience and shared purpose.
Today, the Giants proudly field football and netball teams across both the GFNL and GDFNL, offering pathways for players of all ages and abilities, from Auskick and junior programs through to senior and all-abilities teams.
Every Giant who pulls on the orange and charcoal becomes part of a story shaped by tradition, resilience and community.
GEELONG WEST
ST PETERS
"RED WEST"
The roots of Geelong West St Peters trace back to 1878, when the Geelong West Football Club was founded. Known as Red West, the club became one of the most successful in regional football, collecting premierships across multiple competitions, including the Geelong, Ballarat and Victorian Football Association leagues.
St Peters Football Club entered senior football in 1959 and was a foundation club of the Geelong Football League, earning a strong reputation for junior development and competitive success.
In 1989, Red West and St Peters merged to form Geelong West St Peter's, combining tradition, facilities and pathways to create a stronger future for football in Geelong West.
CHEETAHS
"BLUE WEST"
Founded in 1926, the Geelong West Cricket and Football Club, later known as the Geelong West Sporting Club or the Cheetahs, became affectionately known as Blue West.
Blue West played a central role in the Geelong football landscape, competing in the Geelong and District Football League from 1946 and later in the Evelyn Hurst competition. The club was also part of the breakaway movement that led to the formation of the Geelong Football League in 1979, marking an important moment in local football history.
For decades, Bakers Oval on Shannon Avenue was Blue West’s home, not just a ground, but a social and community hub where generations gathered on game day. While match play later shifted to West Oval, Bakers Oval remained the heart of the club’s culture, administration and community connection.
OUR GIANT CORE VALUES
At the Geelong West Giants, our values shape every decision we make, from junior development to senior leadership. They guide how we train, compete, volunteer and support one another. This is what it means to be a Giant.
Respect
We treat teammates, opponents, officials, volunteers and supporters with respect at all times on the field, in the rooms and across our community.
Teamwork
We work together, share responsibility and back one another. Every role matters, and every contribution strengthens the club.
Inclusiveness
We celebrate diversity and create a genuine sense of belonging. Everyone — regardless of background, ability or experience — has a place at the Giants.
Integrity
We operate with honesty, transparency and accountability. Our decisions reflect strong values, not short-term gain.
Commitment
We give our best effort at every opportunity, staying disciplined and focused on continuous improvement, individually and as a club.
OUR PURPOSE
At our core, we believe sport should bring people together.
That’s why inclusion, connection and community are at the heart of everything we do.
We’re passionate about:
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Creating opportunity – for every player, volunteer and supporter to get involved
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Supporting wellbeing – through programs that focus on mental health, concussion education and player care
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Building community – both on and off the field, through connection, respect and shared pride
Our club is more than orange and charcoal. It’s a reflection of the people who make it: passionate, resilient, and proudly Geelong West.
LIFE MEMBERS
Elizabeth Bauer
Sue Beamond
Steven Blyszak
Tony Bradford
Peter Brady
John Brain
Mark Browne
Anthony Calnon
Bronwyn Calnon
Andrew Campbell
Brendan Chandler
Geoff Chandler
Fiona Chapman
Maureen Chapman
Robert Chapman
Simon Cole
Ashley Connoley
Alan Craig
Daryl Craven
Graeme Crook
Lorraine Crook
Peter De Francesco
Rex Deeath
Blanche Denmead
Brian Dickenson
Gareth Drennan
Damien Dwyer
Leanne Eastman
Paul Eastman
Barry Eddy
Owen Eddy
Andrew Evans
Nick Faull
Darrell Fenton
Holly Fenton
Scott Filby
Ken Fitz
Jenny Flowers
Scott Frangos
Frank Fritolli
Shane Gallagher
Neil Gibson
Sharon Gillett
Coral-Lea Goggin
William Goggin
Joan Graham
Ron Haberman
Kevin Hannan
Laura Hannan
Tony Hannan
Leon Hardwick
Gary Harris
Geoffrey Harrison
Cameron Healy
Kevin Healy
Matthew Healy
Peter Hester
Chris Hickey
David Hodges
Peter Hussen
Tara Hyatt
Frank Iannelli
Gavin Ingwerson
Sam Irvine
Prudence Jepson
Scott Jervies
Russell Jones
Andrew Kelly
Lane Kelly
Paul Kelly
Troy King
Kevin Kirby
John Knell
Jessica Leader
Jillian Leader
Rachel Leader
Nick Lecchino
Brian Lever
Ross Lever
Jeff Lewis
Adrian Lloyd
Ben Lowery
Luke Marruso
Daryl Marshall
Jim Maurer
John McArthur
Kerryn McArthur
Stephen McCrae
Damien McFadden
Pat McFadden
Sean McKenzie
Todd McKenzie
Tony McKenzie
Troy Melville
Tom Morrissy
Wayne Nash
Sarah Naylor
Mark Neil
Graeme O'Donnell
Danny O'Leary
Joanne O'Leary
Ange Palmer
Alistair Patience
Doug Patience
Silvia Patience
Damien Pender
John Pickering
Don Pietrapertosa
David Primmer
Joe Radojevic
Emily Rae
Brett Rix
Brigita Rix
Kathleen Rix
Paul Robinson
Ben Rowe
Carrie Rowe
Jayde Ryan
Sam Saya
Peter Schrammeijer
Stuart Scott
Stephen Sells
Margaret Sharp
Luke Sharry
Janet Skilton
Terry Skilton
John Smart
Andrew Smith
Russell Smith
Ron Snowdon
Doug Stacey
Ron Stein
Don Tanis
Keith Thompson
Russel lThomson
Bernie Tomlinson
Gary Tomlinson
John Toner
Jane Toohey
Steven Toohey
Les Varga
Norman Walpole
Greg Welsh
Maureen Welsh
Peter Welsh
Barry White
Neville White
Chris Wilkie
Heather Wilkie
Ray Wilkinson
Margaret Willoughby
John Woods
Tony Wright
Glen Yenik
Rod Young
Sharyn Young
CONTACT US
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Need to Get in Touch with the Geelong West Giants?
hello@geelongwestgiants.com.au
Postal address
PO Box 1814
Geelong Victoria 3220
West Oval/Geelong West Club Rooms
Corner Church Street and Weddell Road,
North Geelong, VICTORIA 3215,
Australia
Bakers Oval
90-100 Shannon Avenue
Geelong West, VICTORIA 3218,
Australia