Third flag secures Demons’ dynasty

The North Hobart Football Club Southern Football League Women’s (SFLW) division one side secured a historic three-peat in a thrilling grand final comeback win against Kingborough on home soil.

Trailing by 20 points at half time, the Demons rallied to be within a goal of the Tigers at the final break, and two final quarter goals secured North Hobart’s third consecutive SFLW premiership.

Coach Rodney McConnon said 2024 was one his toughest seasons in charge.

“The application and dedication of the players and the coaching staff was exceptional after a slow start to the season,” he said.

“We built momentum towards the end of the season winning seven of our last eight games culminating in our third flag.

“Due to several factors this season including injury, unavailability and sickness we had 43 players take the field in our senior side and every single one of these players contributed to the team’s on-field success.

“This was another special season for our women’s program winning our third premiership and creating our own piece of women’s football history,”

Angelica Clark capped off a superb season claiming the Luci-Anne Ottaway Medal as the league’s best player and following it up with the Sandy Eaton Medal as the best on ground in the grand final.

“I would like to thank everyone that has helped us on the journey, all the volunteers and supporters of the North Hobart Football Club, we all love playing football for you and hopefully we can bring some joy along the way,” McConnon said.