13/09/2026
What a day for the Parkes Panthers at the 2026 AFL Central West Awards 🏆
Join us in congratulating some pretty amazing people and their achievements for this season 👏
Auskick Coordinator of the Year - Mitchell Stubberfield
🐾 After retiring from playing, Mitch has selflessly turned his focus to developing the next generation of footballers in Parkes through our Auskick program. His dedication has delivered an incredible 60% retention rate from the league-run Auskick program into our club’s own Auskick, helping build the future of our club from the ground up.
Senior Umpire of the Year - Adam Pearce
🐾 Adam is a selfless volunteer who gives up his time each week to umpire, travelling wherever he is needed to support our club and the game. He is always willing to share his knowledge and teach others, making a valuable contribution both on and off the field.
Senior Women Team of the Year - Alice Maier
🐾 Alice’s first season of senior footy has been nothing short of amazing, having only played Auskick as a junior before taking to the sport with incredible talent and determination. As captain of our women’s team, she has led by example with her relentless work ethic and was deservedly named in the league’s Team of the Year.
Senior Men Tier 2 Best and Fairest - Jack O’Brien
🐾 Jack’s signature dreadlocks aren’t the only thing that stands out on the footy field, with his skill, determination and non-stop energy making him a force to be reckoned with. Despite battling through injury, Jack never lets it stop him from giving his all, and his commitment was recognised with both our clubs Coaches Award, and now the league’s Best & Fairest.
Another congratulations goes to Peter Webb, who finished a close second in this year’s Men’s Best & Fairest tally, just behind our two equal winners. Webby has been a consistent name among the league’s award winners over the years and is another great example of the talent and dedication we foster here at the Panthers 👏
Congratulations to all 🤩
