With less than two months now until the Frankston Dolphins Football Club present their case to AFL Victoria in their mission to regain their VFL licence for 2018, Frankston Council is urging people to sign up for a membership before the 30 June deadline.
Frankston mayor Cr Brian Cunial bought a membership last week.
“We’re a sports loving city here in Frankston and football tops the list as a way for people to come together, to have fun and be social while being active,” Cr Cunial said.
“The Dolphins have a rich 150-year history, providing a pathway for footballers to the AFL such as former Dolphins players and AFL heroes Luke Beveridge, Matthew Boyd and Tory Dickson.”
Frankston Football Club general manager Gary Buckenara has been heartened support within the community.
“The aim of our Bring Back the Dolphins campaign is to reach a target of 1000 members before 30 June when we present our submission to AFL Victoria to regain our VFL playing licence for 2018 and beyond,” Mr Buckenara said.
“The community and the corporate sector have a final chance to help us. If we are not successful in getting back our licence then it is most likely the end of Frankston Dolphins Football Club’s great history in the VFA and VFL. This is not something we want to see happen.”
“We’re currently half way to that magic number. Please join us to Bring Back the Dolphins.”
Frankston Park has had a busy schedule in 2017, hosting numerous VFL, TAC Cup, VFL Women’s and TAC Cup girl’s football games and training.