Prospective Tasmanian AFL Club Announcement

The inaugural board of the prospective Tasmanian AFL club has been announced, comprising of business, finance, governance, community and football experts.

Recently retired legend of the game Jack Riewoldt (SVC 2001-04) will also play a key role in the team's formation.

The eight-person board was revealed on the 12 September, with Richmond great Riewoldt to be confirmed as the club's official culture lead, ahead of a tipped 2028 start date.

In a statement, the club said that Riewoldt "will work to build the DNA of the club" through a program called "The Fabric".

Riewoldt said he was excited to play a role.

“The Fabric will represent each and every strand that makes up the rich tapestry of our club — who we are, what we stand for, what we believe in, our history and our collective vision for the future."

Another former student, James Henderson (SVC 19732-1981) has been appointed to this inaugural board.

In 2002 James, with his wife Jo, established their own business DSEG – Dynamic Sports & Entertainment Group. DSEG has been a market leader from its inception, dealing its expertise across all continents of the world.  James has led the business with a relentless work ethic, undoubted integrity, extraordinary network and an ability to connect/transact with some of the biggest names in sports and media. 

Like Jack, James is on the St Virgil’s College Heritage Roll. He was inducted in 2018. A full profile can be read in the November 2018 edition of OVAtions.