The end of the season weekend away saw us in Sorrento, up to old tricks and frivolities, with the highlight being a visit from Rear Admiral Rodney Robert Hiscox in full naval regalia.1968 again saw the Pioneers a strong force in A grade and met Burwood United in the grand final. Some argued that the St Peters name should not even be recognised, let alone require a change of jumper. Many junior players were promoted to the senior sides to form a solid foundation for the future. Our Under 15 side were also premiers.The Pioneers newsletter "Meat & Pastry" was revived by Dorothy Hosking (Geoff's mother) and her editorial efforts and skills were rewarded with Life Membership.Some memories from Ewen Slater of playing with the Pies at the time:  I played many games with Geoff Hosking and vividly remember playing Highfield Road Meths at Willison Reserve (known as frogs' hollow) on a particularly cold, wet miserable day when one of their ruckmen king hit Geoff from behind knocking him out. Selections on Thursday nights were huge, with many of the players taking advantage of Friday rostered days off or a lack of university lectures to stay late into the night.Over the years the club has had many great characters. Never have so many Pioneers settled for soft drink and an early night. However, the senior side did show significant improvement, including a five game winning streak and being only one of two sides to beat eventual premiers, Coldstream. Under 15 captain, Mike Hudson, won the ESPCFA Under 15 Best and Fairest and played in the Victorian High Schools Under 16 National Carnival.1971 was an extraordinary season with the A grade, Reserves, Under 17 and Under 15 teams all winning flags. Unfortunately, one Thursday night, "Ozzie" the electronic organiser was kidnapped from the clubrooms. Chris Salisbury as best and fairest, displayed the skill and tenacity that would become a trademark over the next few seasons. The Pioneers were promoted to Division 3 last season off the back of their 2018 Division 4 flag, finishing sixth with eight wins and 10 losses.Taws, who was appointed in September last year, lands at Springfield Park with a wealth of experience having served a lengthy apprenticeship under current Wantirna South coach Steve Cochrane at top tier outfits Blackburn, VAFA club Old Carey and Vermont.“I’ve had a very good grounding working with (Steve Cochrane) over the last six or seven years, and I’ve also had some good coaches in my career back home at Moe with (former Brisbane Bears player and Gippsland Power coach) Lachlan Sim,” Taws said.“When I finished football, I always wanted to coach … I’ve really enjoyed it and the boys have taken on the challenges I’ve thrown at them.“I’ve probably put them through a pre-season similar to what a Premier (Division) club would go through.”Returning to the club are 2018 premiership duo Damian and Matthew Bertacco, after a year away.22-year-old Damian, who has played 51 senior matches at the club, was named the Frank Bibby/Blue Ribbon medallist for best on ground in the Pioneers’ 2018 Division 4 grand final win in a performance which included kicking the sealer in the tight decider.Matthew, 25, re-joins after 29 senior appearances from 2016-2018.“They’re flying at the moment – they’re very fit and going well,” Taws said.“They just go flat-stick all the time and the good thing about it is they get going and they challenge their mates and the next lot challenge their mates and before you know it, it becomes a massive challenge.”Meanwhile, 2009 Vermont premiership player Daniel Mendes has joined the club after a four seasons with Ararat in the Wimmera Football League.The 31-year-old posted 89 senior appearances for Vermont from 2007-2015, also featuring in the Eagles’ 2012 top tier senior grand final side.Daniel Mendes in full-flight for Vermont. When you retire there is nothing worse than thinking about the what ifs".We had some players who combined magnificently.


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