Hall of Fame

Hall of Fame

Inaugurated by Football Victoria in 2010, the Hall of Fame recognises extraordinary performance over a career by participants who have made a significant contribution to the game in Victoria. Having deliberated on the concept since its formation in 2008, Football Victoria's Historical Committee received strong support from Tony Dunkerley, President of Football Victoria at the time. Momentum continued via the input of revered historian Roy Hay and former Australian international Ted Smith, who helped establish the Football Australia equivalent over a decade earlier. Nomination and selection criteria were soon drafted and ultimately ratified in early 2010, with the Hall of Fame officially launched as part of the Gold Medal night celebrations later that year. In all, 34 individuals have been inducted into the Hall of Fame, from influential founding figures in the early establishment of the sport to modern day greats on the pitch. 

Honour Roll

2010Harry DockertyBetty HoarJimmy Rooney
2011Theresa DeasTom JackMichael Weinstein
2012Theo MarmarasJane OakleyPaul Wade
2013Alan DavidsonJanette MelvinGeorge Wallace
2014Oscar CrinoArthur E GibbsDeborah Nichols
2015Melissa BarbieriJohn DimtsisBilly Vojtek
2016Jimmy ArmstrongShona BassFrank McIver
2019Michael MandalisTim White 
2021Gary ColeLynette McKernanFrank Micic
2022Andrea MartinJohn Gardiner 
2023Jim MilisavljevicRosa HarroldSelin Kuralay
2024Monika BeerMaria Berry AM Louisa Bisby

 

Policy and Nomination

While Football Victoria will call for nominations each year, you can nominate an individual at any time. If you feel you know someone who may meet with the criteria outlined in the Hall of Fame policy below, complete the nomination form and forward any supporting documentation to history@footballvictoria.com.au.

FV Hall of Fame Policy

FV Hall of Fame Nomination form