Tigers on the hunt for Club 52 members

THE Torquay Tigers Football Club is seeking new people to join its most exclusive club loyalty program.

Club 52 is an opportunity for 52 members to go into the inner sanctum of the Bellarine Football League powerhouse and gain special benefits.

The program was created to replace the Tiger Drop fundraiser, which ended in 2023.

Club 52 also commemorates the year 1952, when the Torquay Tigers were established.

Torquay Tigers vice-president Tim Carson said the program was a huge success during its inaugural season in 2024.

“It’s essentially a coterie group, which gets 52 members into a room and we have functions and more.

“It gives these members an opportunity to be a bit more involved and learn a bit more about the club.

“It’s great value, and a great way to support the Torquay Tigers.”

This year, members will be able to bring one guest to an all-expenses paid “marque season launch” at the Beach Hotel on February 28.

Guests include three-time premiership AFL player Dylan Grimes, former Australian netballer Madi Browne, former Western Bulldogs coach Brendan McCartney and five-time AFL Grand Final umpire Shaun Ryan. Food, drinks and live entertainment are included.

This year, Club 52 members will also get an additional complimentary member-only function, a key ring, $2 pots all season, entry into home games, a Torquay Tigers cap, weekly exclusive post and pregame reports from senior and reserves coaches, and teams lists.

The Club 52 package costs $1,500.

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