The Richmond Football Club, nicknamed the Tigers, is a professional Australian rules football team competing in the Australian Football League (AFL). Founded on February 20, 1885, in the Melbourne suburb of Richmond, the club has a storied history spanning over 140 years. Initially competing in the Victorian Football Association (VFA) from 1885 to 1907, where it won two premierships, Richmond joined the Victorian Football League (now AFL) in 1908. Since then, the club has secured 13 premierships, with recent successes in 2017, 2019, and 2020, though it finished last in the AFL in 2024, earning the wooden spoon.
Home Ground and Facilities
Located at the Swinburne Centre, Punt Road Oval, East Melbourne VIC 3002, Australia, the club has called this venue home since its inception. The Swinburne Centre, named through a partnership with Swinburne University of Technology, serves as the training and administrative headquarters for Richmond’s AFL, AFL Women’s (AFLW), and Victorian Football League (VFL) teams. The facility includes state-of-the-art training grounds and houses the Korin Gamadji Institute and Bachar Houli Foundation, which focus on community and indigenous engagement. The historic Jack Dyer Stand, currently deemed unsafe, is set for redevelopment to increase capacity to 8,000 and align the oval with the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) dimensions. The club has played its AFL home games at the MCG since 1965.
Achievements and Community
With 105,084 members, Richmond boasts a dedicated fanbase, known for its passionate cheer squad. The club’s iconic black guernsey with a yellow sash and the song “We’re From Tigerland” are symbols of its rich tradition. Richmond’s recent initiatives include the “Brick by Brick” campaign to support the Punt Road Oval redevelopment, ensuring the club remains in Richmond. The club also collaborates with Swinburne University on the Richmond Institute of Sports Leadership, fostering sports industry education.
Contact Information
- Address: Swinburne Centre, Punt Rd, East Melbourne VIC 3002, Australia
- Phone: +61394264400
- Website: Richmond Football Club
Recent Developments
Richmond is undergoing a significant redevelopment of Punt Road Oval, including a new Jack Dyer Stand and enhanced facilities for its AFLW and VFL programs. The project aims to create equitable, state-of-the-art facilities and improve community engagement. The club continues to build its legacy, with recent player signings like Paige Scott in the 2024 AFLW Draft and debutants in the 2024 season, signaling a focus on future success.
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