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THERRY PENOLA UNITE WITH MOVEMBER FOR RICKY BANNISTER

By VAFA · December 8, 2013
THERRY PENOLA UNITE WITH MOVEMBER FOR RICKY BANNISTER

Four years ago, Therry Penola Amateur Football Club legend and stalwart, Col Gibson, lost his battle with prostate cancer. In order to keep Col’s memory alive, and to raise money for men’s health as part of Movember, TEAM GIBBO was established. In its first three years, $32,586 was raised. 
In 2013 TEAM GIBBO took a different twist following a tragic horse accident leaving one of Therry Penola’s own, Ricky Bannister, a quadriplegic.  The TEAM GIBBO Mo Bros still grew their moustaches, but with the support of Movember and the blessing of the Gibson family, all money raised has been donated directly to aid the recovery and rebuilding of Ricky. 
Ninety TEAM GIBBO Mo Bros came together and produced 1164 individual donations and a total of over $71,000 with donations still coming through. An incredible effort! 
To read more or to donate go to www.rickybannister.com.au 

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VAFA Media Live Coverage – Saturday, June 11

Round 8 of VAFA Media action delivers 3 LIVE William Buck Premier Men’s matches – including a Uni Blues double-header that delivers a Top 3 blockbuster and the Holmesglen Under

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THE PULSE — 12 June 2026

 REPRESENTATAIVE FOOTBALL The VAFA Representative Football Program kicked off last Friday with 270 guests attending the VAFA’s annual Big V Luncheon, presented by CitiPower, held at the RACV City Club.

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2026 Big V Premier B-Division 3 Men’s squad announced

The VAFA is delighted to announce the 47 players selected in the initial Big V Premier B-Division 3 Men’s Senior Squad to face the Goulburn Valley League at Revo Fitness

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