Geelong Football Club
Geelong Cats Print 1990s players Sholl, Brad: Snell, Jason: Kilpatrick, Glenn: Hocking, Garry: Pickering, Liam: Riccardi, Peter: Colbert, Leigh: McGrath, Tim: Stoneham, Barry: Mansfield, Michae
Brad ‘Nails’ Sholl
Born: 10/11/1972
From: Geelong College via North Melb
Height: 184cm
Weight: 84kg
Natural kicking foot: Right
Guernsey number: 12
First senior match for Geelong: Round 1, 1995 v Melbourne at Kardinia Park
The attacking small defender delighted fans with his adventurous attacks on the ball and dashes out of the danger area. He was an excellent mark for his size and lacked nothing in courage and determination. His ability to rush to space to create a viable target for a team-mate was another of his trademarks. Occasionally, he was moved forward with success, where he took great delight in booting important goals.
Total Brownlow Medal votes for Geelong: 54
Runner-up in club B&F count: 1996
Fourth in club B&F count: 1997, 1998, 2000
Fifth in club B&F count: 1995
Seventh in club B&F count: 1999
GFC Hall of Fame inductee (2002)
GFC Life Membership (2001)
Career span for Geelong: 1995-2002
Total matches for Geelong: Premiership 169, Night/Pre-Season Series 12, Interstate 1
Total goals for Geelong: Premiership 46, Night/Pre-Season Series 5, Interstate 0
Finals matches for Geelong: 7
Finals goals for Geelong: 0
Last senior match for Geelong: Round 19, 2002 v St Kilda at Docklands Stadium
Jason Snell
Born: 27/07/1977
From: Upwey-Tecoma/Eastern U18
Height: 181cm
Weight: 81kg
Natural kicking foot: Right
Guernsey numbers: 25 (1996-97) & 4 (1998-2001)
First senior match: Round 1, 1996 v Melbourne at the MCG
The courageous mid-fielder/small forward possessed sound skills and an excellent football brain. Opposition coaches experienced difficulty in finding suitable match-up opponents to counter him. In a match at Kardinia Park against Port Adelaide in 1997 he scored a match-winning five goals after spending the first half on the bench. He won the club most improved player award in 1999. Tragically, a shocking leg injury sustained at the MCG prematurely terminated his highly promising career.
Total Brownlow Medal votes: 5
Career span: 1996-2001
Total matches: Premiership 68, Night/Pre-Season Series 8
Total goals: Premiership 62, Night/Pre-Season Series 3
Finals matches: 3
Finals goals: 1
Last senior match: Round 3, 2001 v Melbourne at the MCG
Glenn ‘Killer’ Kilpatrick
Born: 29/08/1972
From: Studfield via North Melb Reserves, West Adelaide (SA) & Essendon
Height: 184cm
Weight: 85kg
Natural kicking foot: Right
Guernsey number: 13
First senior match for Geelong: Round 5, 1996 v Richmond at Kardinia Park
No-one could accuse the dogged half-back flanker and mid-fielder of not giving his all in every match that he played. He used courage and determination to win the ball, negate an opponent or block for a team-mate. Often, his repeated efforts would inspire his fellow Cats. Although effective disposal by foot did not come easy for him, he worked hard on the training track to improve.
Total Brownlow Medal votes for Geelong: 27
Runner-up in club B&F count: 1997
Seventh in club B&F count: 2000
Eighth in club B&F count: 1999 (equal)
Career span for Geelong: 1996-2002
Total matches for Geelong: Premiership 120, Night/Pre-Season Series 12
Total goals for Geelong: Premiership 31, Night/Pre-Season Series 1
Finals matches for Geelong: 3
Finals goals for Geelong: 0
Last senior match for Geelong: Round 20, 2002 v Fremantle at Subiaco
Garry ‘Buddha’ Hocking
Born: 08/10/1968
From: Cobram
Height: 182cm
Weight: 84kg
Natural kicking foot: Right
Guernsey numbers: 51 (1987) & 32 (1988-2001)
First senior match: Round 3, 1987 v Melbourne at Kardinia Park
As one of football’s genuine tough and skilful performers, he gave the Cats magnificent service. Undoubtedly, he became one of the code’s all-time greats. His ability to make perfect position, fix eyes on the ball at all costs, seize the ball in packs, mark with vice-like fingers and dispose by hand and foot on either side of his body to bring team-mates into the play made him a nightmare opponent. He delighted in applying gorilla-like tackles and bone-shattering bumps to open up opportunities for his allies. During the last few seasons of his career a severely damaged knee saw him ignore agonizing pain to continue to contribute. He just loved footy!
Total Brownlow Medal votes: 133
Captain: 21 matches (1994-95; 1999)
Third in Brownlow Medal count: 1991, 1994
Club Best & Fairest: 1991, 1993, 1994, 1996
Runner-up in club B&F count: 1990, 1998
Sixth in club B&F count: 1989, 2000
Seventh in club B&F count: 1997
Ninth in club B&F count: 1995
Tenth in club B&F count: 1992
All Australian selection: 1991, 1993, 1994, 1996
GFC Team of the Century selection (ruck-rover)
GFC Hall of Fame inductee (2002)
GFC Hall of Fame Legend
GFC Life Membership (1995)
Career span: 1987-2001
Total matches: Premiership 274, Night/Pre-Season Series 19, Interstate 8
Total goals: Premiership 243, Night/Pre-Season Series 6, Interstate 10
Finals matches: 21
Finals goals: 21
Last senior match: Round 22, 2001 v Carlton at Princes Park
Liam Pickering
Born: 09/09/1968
From: Stawell via North Melb
Height: 184cm
Weight: 85kg
Natural kicking foot: Right
Guernsey number: 23
First senior match for Geelong: Round 3, 1993 v North Melb at Kardinia Park
After being unable to command regular senior selection with the Kangaroos, the dogged mid-fielder quickly gained the respect of Geelong coaching staff and team-mates with his faultless reading of the play and ability to bring others into the game. Although not fleet of foot, he was capable of instant decision-making and quick, accurate disposal. He knew how to restrict talented opponents with disciplined manning-up, while having a positive influence on play himself. A series of injuries terminated his career prematurely.
Total Brownlow Medal votes for Geelong: 12
Captain: 3 matches (1996-97)
Club Best & Fairest: 1997
Third in club B&F count: 1995
Eighth in club B&F count: 1994
Career span for Geelong: 1993-99
Total matches for Geelong: Premiership 102, Night/Pre-Season Series 3,
Interstate 1
Total goals for Geelong: Premiership 46, Night/Pre-Season Series 1, Interstate 0
Finals matches for Geelong: 9
Finals goals for Geelong: 8
Last senior match for Geelong: Round 20, 1999 v Carlton at the MCG
Peter Riccardi
Born: 17/12/1972
From: West St Peters
Height: 183cm
Weight: 89kg
Natural kicking foot: Left
Guernsey number: 15
First senior match: Round 4, 1992 v West Coast at Subiaco
Few players with more natural pace have represented the club. He is a crisp ball-handler, a safe mark and a long raking left-foot kick. Many of his goals have been registered in spectacular fashion from a long way out, on the run. His versatility as a mid-fielder/forward has been a valuable asset. In recent season he has improved his team-play by improving his tackling and chasing techniques.
Total Brownlow Medal votes: 60
Club Best & Fairest: 1998
Runner-up in club B&F count: 1999
Third in club B&F count: 2002
Fifth in club B&F count: 1996
Sixth in club B&F count: 1995
Ninth in club B&F count: 2000
GFC Hall of Fame inductee (2002)
GFC Life Membership (1999)
Career span: 1992-2006
Total matches: Premiership 288, Night/Pre-Season Series 26, Interstate 2
Total goals: Premiership 286, Night/Pre-Season Series 24, Interstate 1
Finals matches: 19
Finals goals: 13
Last senior match: Round 19, 2006 v St Kilda at Docklands Stadium
Leigh ‘Spider’ Colbert
Born: 07/06/1975
From: Golden Square
Height: 192cm
Weight: 92kg
Natural kicking foot: Right
Guernsey numbers: 35 (1993) & 2 (1994-98)
First senior match for Geelong: Round 7, 1993 v West Coast at Kardinia Park
Although not strongly built, he was a fearless competitor who performed well at centre half-back. His versatility allowed him to be effective anywhere on the field. Reliable marking, sure ball handling and accurate disposals were features of his play. In 1999 he was appointed captain but a serious knee injury sustained in a pre-season practice match caused him to miss that season. He left the club in controversial circumstances.
Total Brownlow Medal votes for Geelong: 10
Captain: 3 matches (1998)
Third in club B&F count: 1996
Fifth in club B&F count: 1997
Sixth in club B&F count: 1998
Career span for Geelong: 1993-98
Total matches for Geelong: Premiership 105, Night/Pre-Season Series 7, Interstate 3
Total goals for Geelong: Premiership 50, Night/Pre-Season Series 3, Interstate 1
Finals matches for Geelong: 10
Finals goals for Geelong: 4
Last senior match for Geelong: Round 22, 1998 v Essendon at the MCG
Transferred to North Melb in 2000
Tim ‘Bluey’ McGrath
Born: 07/10/1970
From: North Dandenong via North Melb
Height: 190cm
Weight: 94kg
Natural kicking foot: Right
Guernsey number: 17
First senior match for Geelong: Round 1, 1992 v Hawthorn at Waverley Park
He has been one of several players recruited from the Kangaroos to give the club excellent service. His first match for the Cats was a hectic one at full-back opposed to a rampant Jason Dunstall. The selectors showed faith in the strong red-headed defender and he rewarded them with a long string of highly serviceable performances. His determination, safe marking, sound defensive skills and leadership qualities were great assets. Often, he was able to outpoint champion opponents. Around the club he was a valuable role-model with his general attitude.
Total Brownlow Medal votes for Geelong: 26
Captain: 8 matches (1999)
Runner-up in club B&F count: 1998
Third in club B&F count: 1993, 1999
Seventh in club B&F count: 1998
Eighth in club B&F count: 1995, 1997
Ninth in club B&F count: 2001
Tenth in club B&F count: 1996
GFC Hall of Fame inductee (2002)
GFC Life Membership (1998)
Career span for Geelong: 1992-2002
Total matches for Geelong: Premiership 219, Night/Pre-Season Series 15,
Interstate 1
Total goals for Geelong: Premiership 18, Night/Pre-Season Series 3, Interstate 0
Finals matches for Geelong: 14
Finals goals for Geelong: 1
Last senior match for Geelong: Round 2, 2002 v Adelaide at Football Park
Barry Stoneham
Born: 09/02/1968
From: St Josephs (VCFL)
Height: 194cm
Weight: 98kg
Natural kicking foot: Right
Guernsey numbers: 53 (R 6, 1986) & 26 (R 7, 1986-2000)
First senior match: Round 6, 1986 v Footscray at Kardinia Park
A fanatical Geelong supporter all his life, the determined big man was in his element at centre half-forward. Excellent positioning, agility, magnificent marking, a mean streak and endless determination were his trademarks. He was able to bring crumbing team-mates into the play and score goals regularly. He was sufficiently versatile to play successfully in any key position or as a relief ruckman. Tragically, in 1994 a badly broken leg severely restricted his mobility and kicking power. Despite such restrictions, he retained his effectiveness by developing additional team skills.
Total Brownlow Medal votes: 21
Captain: 59 matches (1991-93; 1996-98)
Club Best & Fairest: 1990
Runner-up in club B&F count: 1989
Third in club B&F count: 1992
Fourth in club B&F count: 1991, 1993
Tenth in club B&F count: 1997, 1999
All Australian selection: 1989, 1992
GFC Hall of Fame inductee (2002)
GFC Life Membership (1994)
Career span: 1986-94; 1996-2000
Total matches: Premiership 241, Night/Pre-Season Series 21, Interstate 7
Total goals: Premiership 223, Night/Pre-Season Series 14, Interstate 2
Finals matches: 15
Finals goals: 14
Last senior match: First Elimination Final, 2000 v Hawthorn at Docklands Stadium
Michael Mansfield
Born: 08/08/1971
From: St Josephs (VCFL)
Height: 183cm
Weight: 85kg
Natural kicking foot: Left
Guernsey numbers: 49 (1990) & 21 (1991-99)
First senior match for Geelong: Round 18, 1990 v Essendon at Kardinia Park
The well-balanced performer played mostly as an attacking half-back flanker but was capable of being used effectively on the forward line. His exceptional strength, reliable marking and considerable mobility made him a difficult opponent who did not lack courage. His performances in finals matches were outstanding.
Total Brownlow Medal votes for Geelong: 28
Captain: 9 matches (1997-99)
Third in club B&F count: 1994, 1997
Fourth in club B&F count: 1995
Sixth in club B&F count: 1996
Eighth in club B&F count: 1998
GFC Hall of Fame inductee (2002)
GFC Life Membership (1998)
Career span for Geelong: 1990-99
Total matches for Geelong: Premiership 181, Night/Pre-Season Series 10, Interstate 4
Total goals for Geelong: Premiership 100, Night/Pre-Season Series 0, Interstate 1
Finals matches for Geelong: 15
Finals goals for Geelong: 9
Last senior match for Geelong: Round 22, 1999 v Fremantle at Kardinia Park
Transferred to Carlton in 2000
Historical information provided by GFC Historian Col Hutchinson
The print consists of ten player photographs and a Geelong Cat Mascot in the top centre of the print with the words - GEELONG/CATS - below the picture. In the top left are action photographs of Sholl and Snell. In the top right corner are action photographs of Kilpatrick and Hocking. Along the bottom of the print from left to right are action photographs of Pickering, Riccardi, Colbert, McGrath, Stoneham and Mansfield. Each photograph has the player's surname in white text in the bottom left hand corner. Has a wire along the back for hanging. 1990s players Sholl, Brad: Snell, Jason: Kilpatrick, Glenn: Hocking, Garry: Pickering, Liam: Riccardi, Peter: Colbert, Leigh: McGrath, Tim: Stoneham, Barry: Mansfield, Michael.
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