Southport Sharks Hall of Fame
The Southport Sharks Hall of Fame celebrates the extraordinary individuals who have made a lasting impact on our club, both on and off the field. Induction into this prestigious group is the highest honour we can bestow, recognising those who have demonstrated excellence, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to the success and legacy of the Sharks.
To be considered for induction, individuals must have made a significant contribution to the club, whether through exceptional playing achievements, coaching success, or dedicated service that has helped shape Southport into the powerhouse it is today. Their influence must extend beyond statistics, embodying the values and spirit of the Sharks.
Each inductee has left an indelible mark on our history, and it is with great pride that we honour their dedication, achievements, and the legacy they leave behind for future generations.
Josh
Baxter
Baxter
Josh Baxter
An ex-Victorian key forward, Baxter was a reliable and hard-working forward who holds the record as the second highest goal kicker in NEAFL history. He played 104 games during two stints at Southport between 2011 and 2018 and was a QAFL / NEAFL representative player. He is the first of our 2018 NEAFL Premiership Players to be inducted into Southport Sharks’ Hall of Fame.
Jason
Burge
Burge
Jason Burge
A Southport Sharks Junior and a prolific and determined on baller, Burge played 167 games from 2005-2016 and is a Playing Life Member of the Club. He was a Premiership player in the 2006 and 2008 teams and was awarded the Doc Mackenzie Medal for Best and Fairest in 2012 and 2013 and Club Captain the following year. After leaving Sharks in 2017, Burge had further Premiership success with Palm Beach and won a Grogan Medal with Wayde Mills in his first year of QAFL.
Ben
Headland
Headland
Ben Headland
A Southport Junior, Headland was a versatile and reliable utility who excelled across the half-back. He played 132 games at Southport from 2007-2016 and played NEAFL representative football. He was a 2008 Premiership player and Club Captain in 2015 and 2016, before finishing his career at Palm Beach.
Ben
Merrett
Merrett
Ben Merrett
Merrett was a key Forward and hard running player who was a vital link in two Premierships. He played 187 games from 2005-2015 in the QAFL and NEAFL, including 2006-2008 Premierships and is a Playing Life Member of the Club. He moved to Bond University in 2016 to play in the QFA South Competition and captained the South Queensland rep side.
Wayde
Mills
Mills
Wayde Mills
Originally a Coolangatta junior, Mills played 101 games for Southport as a versatile key position player, mainly in defence. A Premiership player in 2005 before being drafted by Brisbane at pick 25. He played 16 games, was delisted at the end of 2008 and then joined Glenelg for 43 games in the SANFL, being named in the SANFL Team of the Year twice. He returned to Southport in 2011 and was a Doc Mackenzie Medalist in 2012 and 2014 and co-winner of the Grogan Medal in 2017.
Fraser
Pope
Pope
Fraser Pope
A Surfers Paradise junior, Pope was a determined and reliable midfielder and dangerous small forward. He played 126 games at Southport from 2005 – 2015 including the 2006 and 2008 Premierships. Pope won the Grogan Medal in 2012.
Glenn
Screech
Screech
Glenn Screech
Screech was a Southport Junior, originating from WA. He was a determined and dependable player who started as a defender early in his career and effective small forward in later years. He played 192 games at Southport from 2005-2016 including the 2006 and 2008 Premierships. He is a Playing Life Member and went on to play at Palm Beach after leaving Sharks.
Kurt
Niklaus
Niklaus
Kurt Niklaus
(2008-2013) 114 senior games 2008 premiership player He was QLD State Representative in 2009 and received the Wally Fankhauser Award in 2008, Best and Fairest Runner up in 2009 and Best in Finals 2009 A Power Backman who got the big jobs down back on a regular basis. He was also thrown in at centre bounces and forward when coaches were looking for a physical presence/impact.