Reg Smith was born in Williamstown in April 1916 and he played in his first A Grade game for the Williamstown Rovers when he was 16 years old. He continued playing until he was 43 years old however he did play another game when the team was short playing Cambrai. He played this game with his son Ivan when Reg was 56 years old.
The Reg Smith Trophy for A Grades Best and Fairest player was first presented in 1980 following the amalgamation of the Lyndoch Football Club and the Williamstown Rovers Football Club to form the Barossa District Football Club. As a life member of the Williamstown Rovers, Reg was one of the main instigators of the amalgamation when both clubs were performing poorly (being thrashed) in the Gawler League. He pushed the issue and with some assistance from a few other personnel the amalgamation went ahead. He was also a key player in developing the new clubrooms at Williamstown Oval in 1984. The building of the clubrooms was achieved by the supply of labour by the government and the materials paid for by the club and park committee. Reg spent many hours liaising, ordering, supervising, supplying machinery and delivery of goods and materials at no charge. Reg was very proud of the new club and was very honoured to have the A Grade Best and Fairest Trophy in his name.
Reg continued as a stalwart of the club until he passed away in 2002 at 86 years of age.
π¨ CALLING ALL 2027 COACHES! π¨
We’re looking ahead to the 2027 season and are on the hunt for passionate, enthusiastic coaches to join the Bulldogs! π΄βͺπ΅
We’re seeking coaches across all grades who are ready to help develop our players, build strong teams and be part of our growing club.
π Interested in coaching in 2027?
π§ Send your application to footballdirector@barossadistrictfootball.com.au
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Congratulations SETH GERSCHWITZ! π΄βͺπ΅
Seth makes his A Grade debut today against South Gawler!
In what is set to be one of our toughest challenges, Seth has earned his opportunity. With Best Player honours in 8 of his 13 Reserves games, his consistent performances have made it impossible to overlook him.
Now it’s time to step up and show what he can bring at the top level!
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Great stuff Seth
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Congratulations Seth have a great game
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It’s the final minor round of the 2026 season, and our female teams are ready for one last hit-out before finals!
π Light Football Club
π Dutton Park, Kapunda
π Sunday, 9th August
β° First bounce: 10:15am
Let’s get around our girls as they look to finish the home and away season on a high before finals begin! Your support makes all the difference. β€οΈπ€π
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The Bulldogs are back at Barossa Park this Saturday as we take on South Gawler in another huge day of footy!
π Barossa Park
π South Gawler
π Saturday, 8th August
β° First bounce from 8:30am
Get down to support all grades, enjoy a day at the footy, and cheer on the red, white and blue! β€οΈπ€π
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π₯ DOUBLE A GRADE DEBUT ALERT! π₯
A huge congratulations to Dakota Schembri and Josh Bergmann, who will both pull on the A Grade jumper for the very first time today! ππ΄βͺπ΅
π₯ Daks has come through the ranks right here at Barossa District, playing all of his junior football with the Bulldogs before stepping up as Captain of Senior Colts last season. After a strong year and plenty of hard work in the Reserves, he’s earned his opportunity in the A grade.
π₯ Bergs joined the Bulldogs in 2020, playing Senior Colts and Reserves before taking a short break from the game. Returning this season, Josh has impressed with his performances in the Reserves and has deservedly earned his place in today’s A Grade side.
Your hard work, commitment and perseverance have paid off. Congratulations, boys!
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Go well lads
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