From its beginning in 1912, Marist Brothers Old Boys Rugby League Football Club has been a proud and successful club in it’s hometown of Lismore in the Northern Rivers Region of NSW. Now part of the NRRRL competition, the club is steeped in history and is based on strong foundations. We recognise, with gratitude and respect, those who have dedicated their time over the years to help shape the Club into what it is today.
Our Club has celebrated many achievements over the years including winning the premier award in Country Rugby League of the Clayton Cup, along with numerous premierships featuring all grades. We have provided pathways for players to broaden and enhance their football careers at all levels and more recently have opened the pathway for Women in League which is growing and strengthening our Club.
Our players, past and present, are of course the real stars of the show and over the last century have provided our community with some amazing football, numerous memorable moments and memories to recall for years to come. Today our Club is strong, fielding Ladies League Tag, Under 18’s, Reserve Grade and First Grade. Our players are committed to training hard and achieving the greatest results possible on and off the field.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible local Club Sponsors, whose unwavering support over the years has been nothing short of inspiring. Many of these businesses have stood by us through thick and thin, offering their generosity even when they themselves were facing financial hardship. Their commitment to our Club and our community reflects a true spirit of loyalty, resilience and belief in what we do. Without their continued support, much of what we have achieved simply wouldn’t have been possible. We are deeply thankful and proud to have them as part of our Club.
Driven by dedication and community spirit, our Committee works together to support and grow our club.
Chairperson: Al Petty
Secretary: Alyssa Gava
Treasurer: Anne Maree Lee
Board Members:
Anthony Butler, Tony Maluta, Annie Petty,
Nigel Marshall
General Committee:
Ron Hughes, Ashley Watts
Club Coach: Matt Barber
1st Grade
Daryl Butcher – CoachJoel Jensen – Assistant Coach
2nd Grade
Christopher King – Coach
Perry Daly – Assistant Coach
Under 18
Al Petty – Coach
Dean French – Coach
Ladies League Tag
Alyssa Gava – Coach
Orange Shirt: Tony Ruttley
Blue Shirts:
Anthony Bulter, Alyssa Gava, Al Petty, Tony Gava, Nigel Marshall
Yellow Shirts:
Joel Jensen, Dean French, Nicholas Winkler-Maloney, Liam Bird, Sam McRae
Club Strapper: Annie Petty
Canteen Co-ordinator: Ry Freilich
Bar Manager: Aaron Campbell
Like any Club, it wouldn’t be what it is today without the continual hard work of the numerous Committee members, Coaches, Trainers and Volunteers who have given freely of their time and energy from season to season and are the heart and soul of our Club. Their efforts are the glue that holds our Club together and their passion and selflessness is what creates the welcoming and supportive environment we are so proud of. Keen to get involved with our club? Reach out—we’d love to chat about how you can play a role!