This Saturday the Noosa Tigers and the Caloundra Panthers will be playing for the Wayne Dover Shield. As well as the shield the Best On Ground will receive the Wayne Dover Medal.
Wayne `Dozer` Dover, who passed away earlier this year, was a star in Noosa's Senior 1997 BAFL Premiership, by and far the best full back in the competition, and a huge reason why Noosa were triumphant. His passion for the game and commitment to the cause was unparrelled, as was the respect he gained not only from the playing group but those around the club. He was a leader of men.
In 1998, Dozer took the Noosa Under 18s to their first Brisbane State League title in the clubs history having massive influence on many young men who later have become Senior leaders at the Noosa AFC.
Dozer was the innagural Senior coach at the NorthShore Jets with many following him from Noosa to help him pursue his goal of coaching within senior ranks; such was his his popularity.
He later coached the Caloundra Panther seniors where, as usual, his persona and passion made him a favourite.
Whilst Dozer has been away from our club for the past decade, he regularly returned for reunions and special functions. These were always fun and enjoyable occasions added to by his smiling demeanour and re-telling of old stories.
Last Modified on 30/04/2014 12:02