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About Us
The Footscray Past Players and Officials Association was formed in 1948. Now, as the Western BulldogsPast Players and Officials Association (WB PP&OA), we are recognised as one of the most active and successful of the AFL PP&O Associations.
Our Purpose is to connect and support Western Bulldogs Past Players and Officials, to help sustain friendships and to foster strong, ongoing connections with the Western Bulldogs Football Club.
Our Association comprised 222 Full Members (paid subscription) and 85 Past Player Partners in 2025, many of whom attended at least one event in Melbourne and/or at interstate or regional matches.
Our Committee is dynamic and inclusive, includes dedicated positions, general members, as well as member positions specifically for a former WB AFLW player, a former WB indigenous player and a WBFC representative. The Association has a Constitution and produces an Annual Report.
Once a Bulldog, Always a Bulldog!
Inclusive Membership
Membership is open to all Past Players of the Western Bulldogs / Footscray Football Club in the:
(A) Senior team in the men’s AFL, former VFL and the women’s AFLW competitions. (B) Reserve or Under 19 teams in the men’s former VFL competitions (C) State-league teams in the current men’s VFL and the current women’s VFLW competitions
Membership is also open to elected or appointed Club Officials, as nominated by the Committee
New Members are warmly welcomed!
Past Players Membership Form
To download a 2026 Past Players Group membership form, please click here.
Benefits of Joining
To find out who can join, why you should join, what it costs and details on how, please click here.
Membership Costs
WB PP&OA Membership costs $50 each year, giving access to all of our non-Match Day events and activities.
Access to our Match Day functions and matches requires additional Membership of the WBFC, with all details on the Club’s membership webpage.
For 2026, we suggest the “Top Dogs” Coterie Group membership, which costs$350 for PP&OA members, saving $760.
This includes access to:
(a) all Melbourne matches; (b) a dedicated room for match day functions at Marvel Stadium; (c) premium level 2 seating; (d) Priority 1 finals and grand final access; and (e) dedicated support from the Club.
Total member costs in 2026 allowing access to all PP& OA events is $400 (i.e. $50 + $350).
Player Welfare
We place high priority on the welfare of our Bulldogs Past Players.
AFL Players Association
Although we are not able to provide direct financial or health support, Bulldogs Past Players should contact the AFL Players Association for further information on support for your health and wellbeing, including mental health; financial support, continued education and connection
Tim Harrington (WB #805, 1989–90) is the AFL Players’ Association Football Operations Manager and Head of Alumni.
5th Quarter Foundation
We also recommend Bulldogs Past Players visit the 5th QuarterFoundation website for further information and contacts for you and your families on health issues (psychological, physical); career and family; cultural and identity considerations; financial, environmental considerations; as well as women’s health and aged care.
Listen to episodes of the Western Bulldogs Past Players Podcast, 'The Two Dogs Podcast,' hosted by Kevin Hillier, featuring some of the club's greats recounting their glory days at the Kennel.
