Ladder Position – 3rd (13-5, 146.47%)
Best and Fairest – Seb Harris-Knipe
Leading Goal Kicker – Ethan Whish-Wilson – 63 Goals
St Kilda City enjoyed a dominant 2026 season in Division 3, finishing third on the ladder with 13 wins from 18 matches and an impressive percentage of 146.47%.
They were one of the competition's most formidable sides throughout the home-and-away season, consistently producing strong performances at both ends of the ground. Their attacking firepower was a major feature of their campaign, highlighted by a remarkable Round 17 performance against Hallam, where they piled on 21.22 (148) to record a huge 129-point victory at Hallam Reserve.
Seb Harris-Knipe capped off an outstanding individual season by claiming the club's Senior Best and Fairest, averaging 32.8 disposals, 8.7 score involvements and 4.5 goal involvements per game. Dae Szydlik was also instrumental throughout the campaign, finishing as Best and Fairest runner-up while averaging 32 disposals, 9.3 clearances and 4.8 tackles.
At the other end of the ground, Ethan Whish-Wilson provided a consistent scoring threat, finishing as the competition's leading contributor for the club with an impressive 63 goals. His ability to hit the scoreboard and create opportunities for teammates was a significant part of the Saints' attacking success.
St Kilda City's 2026 campaign demonstrated the strength of their list and their ability to compete consistently across the season. With a number of key players producing outstanding individual performances, the club will be looking to build on its strong year and carry that momentum into 2027.
Best Win – Round 17 – St Kilda City 21.22 (148) def. Hallam 3.1 (19) @ Hallam Reserve.
Key Players
Seb Harris-Knipe – 32.8 disposals, 8.7 score involvements, 4.5 goal involvements (Senior Best and Fairest).
Dae Szydlik – 32 disposals, 9.3 clearances, 4.8 tackles (Best and Fairest runner-up).
Ethan Whish-Wilson – 2.8 goals, 7.9 score involvements, 7.4 marks (Leading Goal Kicker – 63 goals).
Women's Football
St Kilda City enjoyed a fantastic 2026 season in Division 3 Women's Football, finishing with nine wins from 16 matches and producing a strong finals campaign to cap off an impressive year.
They saved their best football for the business end of the season, progressing through the finals and ultimately earning a place in the Grand Final against Mordialloc at Beazley Reserve.
In the decider, St Kilda City delivered when it mattered most, producing a terrific performance to claim a 7.8 (50) to 2.3 (15) victory.
Bianca McMahon was a standout throughout the campaign, taking home the club's Senior Best and Fairest after playing all 18 matches and earning an impressive 12 Best on Ground votes. Lily Embley led the way in front of goal with 16 goals from just eight appearances, while Caely Raaymakers also enjoyed a strong season, finishing as Best and Fairest runner-up with nine Best on Ground performances.
Congratulations to everyone involved on a memorable season!
Netball
St Kilda City had five sides compete in the SFNL women's netball competition throughout the 2026 season, enjoying an outstanding year across multiple grades.
Their A2 side produced a dominant campaign, finishing on top of the ladder with 15 wins from 16 matches. The side carried that form into the finals, capping off a fantastic season with a 53-44 Grand Final victory over Dingley at Rowan Road Reserve to claim the premiership. Tori Steel was a standout throughout the season, taking home the club's Best and Fairest while also finishing as the side's leading goal scorer with an incredible 672 goals.
The B1 side also enjoyed a strong season, finishing second with 13 wins from 16 matches. Zoe Auty led the way in front of goal, finishing the campaign with 391 goals.
Their B3 side faced a challenging season, recording two wins across its 16 matches. Alisha Montano was the side's leading goal scorer with 187 goals.
The C2 side was another standout, finishing second with 14 wins from 16 matches. Sharna Bartram led the scoring with 209 goals, while the side's impressive percentage of 138.95% highlighted its competitiveness throughout the season.
Their D1 side also put together a strong campaign, finishing with 11 wins from 16 matches. Laura Mulcahy was a key contributor in front of goal, finishing with 351 goals.
Congratulations to everyone involved at St Kilda City on an outstanding 2026 season, particularly their A2 netball premiership side, and best of luck for an even bigger 2027!
