HISTORY OF THE WESTERN TAIPANS AFC Inc

The Western Taipans Australian Football Club were formed in October 1995 as a result of the rapid development of the Australian Football League and the lack of a player pathway for Queensland's outstanding Australian football athletes.

The Western Taipans AFC is a part of a six team Under 18 competition which services South East Queensland. Underpinning the Under 18 concept, is an Under 16 and Under 14 development squad structure in place for younger players. This involves a ten week training and development program culminating in the Under 16 and Under 14 State Carnival.

The Western Taipans, as a concept, has been a resounding success. Some of the clubs achievements are as follows:

• 2008 Rohan Bail, drafted to Melbourne, Adam Spackman, rookie listed to Brisbane Lions 
• 2007 Jake Orreal, rookie listed to the Sydney Swans, Scott Clouston, rookie listed to the Brisbane Lions
• 2006 Albert Proud, drafted to the Brisbane Lions
• 2005 Rhan Hooper, drafted to the Brisbane Lions
• 2004 Tom Williams, drafted to the Western Bulldogs, Pat Garner drafted to the Brisbane Lions, Will Hamill rookie listed to the Brisbane Lions, Ed McDonald rookie listed to St Kilda

• Produced three All Australian players as selected at the annual National Under 18 championships

• First elite club to produce an AFL player Brett Backwell (Carlton)

• Numerous players selected in Queensland U18 and U16 teams

• Numerous players promoted into Senior State League ranks

• 2004 U16 Premiers, 2002 U14 Premiers, 1998 U18 Premiers

Our Vision
Football is facing many challenges. We must work to attract and retain the best young athletes too our Australian game.

The Taipans accept the responsibility to promote and foster football in Brisbane West. The club aims to greatly enhance the profile of football in the region and represent the region proudly.

We will strive to be a competitive unit on the ground and to consolidate a sound structure off it.

Our Mission Statement

"The Western Taipans AFC aims to promote a player pathway based on education, opportunity and development within a successful environment."

Sponsorship Opportunity
We ask the people of our community to join with the Taipans in showing the rest of Brisbane what our region is capable of.

The Taipans Sponsorship opportunities listed are unique due to the following characteristics:

• Excellent exposure in the local region through media and live attendance
• Invitations to special club functions
• AFL is one of the fastest growing sports in Brisbane
• The Taipans have earned a high profile in West Brisbane
• Being seen to support the local youth in their quest for the big time

Taipans Club Members Honour Board (6 years+ service)

Rod Hughes (Coach 1997-2002)

Ian Selth (President 1997-2004)

Neville Miller (Coach 2002-2007)

Richard Champion (Coach 2002-2007)

Tom Corless (Coach 2000-2005)

Committee
President        Thea Isles
Secretary        Jennifer Illing
Treasurer        Jim Urquhart