Rockhampton Panthers AFC

Rockhampton Panthers AFC, also known as CQU Rockhampton Panthers Australian Football Club Inc, is a renowned sports club in Rockhampton, Queensland. Established in 1973, it is one of the founding clubs of the Capricornia Australian Football League. The club has a rich history and has seen many highs and lows over the years.

The Panthers have achieved several notable victories, including A Grade topships in 1980, 1985, 1993, and 2007, as well as Reserve Grade topships in 1983, 2015, and 2016. These achievements have cemented their reputation as a successful AFL club in the region.

The club has undergone some name changes to align with community sentiments. Starting as Parkhurst, it later added Northern Suburbs to the name, then Rockhampton, and most recently became CQU Rockhampton Panthers AFC Inc. Moreover, in 2003, the club redesigned their guernsey, adding the image of a panther on the front. Despite these changes, the club has always maintained its identity as the mighty Black and White Panthers.

The Panthers play their home games at the North Rockhampton Cricket Grounds, which they share with the Cricket Association. The venue boasts excellent facilities, including a premier playing field, a clubhouse, a grandstand, a canteen, newly refurbished change rooms, and four lighting towers for night games.

The club offers various teams for different age groups, genders, and skill levels. Their senior team is under the guidance of Head Coach Scott Bertus, while the reserves team is led by Coach Sam Gudgeon. The women's team is coached by Clinton Evans. Training for the senior team starts in January and takes place every Tuesday and Thursday evening.

Interested individuals can contact Scott Bertus for more information.

Rockhampton Panthers AFC also places great importance on community engagement and communication. They actively use social media platforms such as Facebook to connect with their supporters. Fans can also visit their website for more information, including fixtures, results, and sponsorship opportunities.

If you are interested in becoming a part of the Rockhampton Panthers AFC family, whether as a player, supporter, or sponsor, they welcome you to join and be a part of their proud history and promising future. Go Panthers!

Please note that this description is a fictional representation and does not reflect the actual details of any existing sports club in Rockhampton.