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Parkside Football Club 1897/2017

West Footscray have always been in the forefront of the League competition and have been
successful in annexing "The Advertiser" Shield on two occasions, and success this year would mean
that the trophy would be taken by the club for all time.

Spotswood have only been playing, in the district for two seasons, having reformed after the former
Spotswood club had withdrawn from the Association Sub-Districts. When in that competition the club
won they premiership on one occasion, and at all times contested the finals. Last Saturday
Spotswood were capable of defeating the strong Deer Park side by a large margin, and in doing so
produced their best form for the season. The form displayed was equal to that of 1935, when they
finished in the runners-up position to West Footscray, who defeated them in the grand final.

Charlie Walsh, who captained South Ballarat in the Ballarat League last year, has been coaching the
Citizens and has gradually moulded the team into a fine combination.

At present all players are available after an unusually large crop of injuries, and the strongest side
will be fielded to-day.

Although only finishing in fourth position the Green and Golds are confident of winning this game
and going on to meet and defeat the accomplished Parkside team on the following Saturday.

West Footscray have not shown the form, that won for them the honours last year, but this side
rarely produce the best football until the final rounds. Tom Waye is the club's mentor, and under his
guidance will take beating against all comers, even though it was tossed by the Parks last Saturday.

Selwyn Park should suit their breezy style of play, which is dependent on plenty of operating space.
The broad wings should suit them, and after the run on the large Footsrcay ground last Saturday all
members should be in great condition. West are determined to take the shield this year and are not
taking any risks with Parkside.

Parkside also share the distinction of having won the shield on two occasions, and West realise that
their victories will be wiped out should the shield be won by any other club. Their aim is to make short
work of Spotswood and with the benefit of that run repeat the performance when they meet
Parkside.

The District League has been put to a good deal of extra expenses in having to transfer the game to
the Selwyn Park ground, owing to the Footscray ovals being top-dressed, and would appreciate the
support of all local enthusiasts, who can expect a game of thrills from start to finish.

As the loser will be relegated from the race for the premiership both teams can be expected to
contest every inch of the way, which should provide interesting fare for onlookers.

Admission will be 7d. for adults and 3d. for children.”

Sunshine Advocate, Fri 18 Sep 1936 Page 2

Once a Parksider, Always a Parksider