upcoming events
Fortnightly Bingo
Friday Night Bingo at the Lions!
Looking for a fun way to kick off your Friday night? Join us at the clubrooms for an hour of laughs, good company and a few friendly rounds of bingo!
Every Second Friday
6:30pm for 7:00pm
UTAS FC Clubrooms, Brooks Rd, Newnham
Participation packs are available on arrival, and were on every fortnight for the rest of the year.
Everyone is welcome!
Mental Health Round & Raffle
🦁 MENTAL HEALTH ROUND | SATURDAY 15TH AUGUST 🦁
Footy brings us together, but this round is about something even bigger than the game.
Join us for our Mental Health Round as the UTAS Lions take on the Evandale Eagles in our final home game of the 2026 season.
🖤 Reserves: 11:30am
❤️ Seniors: 1:30pm
Throughout the day we'll be raising awareness and funds for Speak Up, Stay ChatTY and headspace—two incredible organisations supporting mental health in our community.
🎟️ Don't forget to grab a ticket (or a few!) in our Mental Health Fundraising Raffle. With over $3,000 worth of prizes up for grabs, every ticket purchased helps support these important causes.
🕟 Raffle Draw: 4:30pm in the UTAS Lions FC Clubrooms.
Mental health affects us all. Whether it's checking in with a mate, having a conversation, or simply being there to listen, every small action can make a big difference.
Come along for a great day of footy, support a couple of fantastic causes, and help us finish our home season on a high.
Talk. It helps.
Check in. It matters.
Listen. You never know who needs it. ❤️🦁
Sponsors & Life Members Day
🦁 It's Time to Celebrate Our Sponsors & Life Members! 🦁
Join us on Sunday 15th August for our last home game of the season as we take on Evandale!
From 1:00pm onwards, we'll be saying thank you to the incredible Sponsors and Life Members who continue to support the UTAS Lions FC.
Included for our Sponsors & Life Members:
🎟 FREE gate entry
🥪 Light snacks
🍺 Beer & wine served until the end of the game
We hope you can join us for a great afternoon of footy as we celebrate the people who help keep our club strong.
Go Lions! 🦁
8-Ball Calcutta
🎱 8-BALL CALCUTTA IS BACK! 🎱
Think you've got what it takes to sink the winning shot? Gather your mate and join us for a great night at the Lions!
🗓 Friday 15th August
🕖 7:00 PM
💰 $10 per person
Expect a fun night of:
🎱 8-Ball action
🤝 Dynamic duos
🏆 Great prizes
🍕 Pizza to keep you fuelled
Whether you're a seasoned cue master or just in it for a laugh, everyone is welcome. Come along, enjoy the atmosphere, and help support the UTAS Lions FC.
Tag your doubles partner below and let them know it's game on! 🦁🎱
Dinner @ The Mowbray Hotel
Post-Match Catch Up at Mowbray Hotel
Join the Lions crew after the match on Saturday August 22 from 6pm at our sponsor Mowbray Hotel for something to eat, a drink and a catch-up
Best & Fairest Presentation
🦁 2026 Best & Fairest Evening 🦁
Join us as we celebrate another season of Lions football at our annual Best & Fairest Evening! ❤️🤍
📅 Saturday 29th August
🕕 From 6:00pm
The night will include:
🌭 Free BBQ
🏅 Reserves & Seniors Best & Fairest counts
🎱 Calcutta
Come along as we recognise the outstanding performances, dedication and commitment of our players throughout the 2026 season.
Please note: If you'd like to take part in the Calcutta, you'll need to bring cash. There will be no EFTPOS or cash out available for Calcutta participation.
We'd love to see our players, members, supporters, sponsors and families there as we celebrate another year in Lions colours. 🦁❤️🤍
Trivia Night
TRIVIA NIGHT IS BACK!
Think you’ve got what it takes to take out the crown? Gather your smartest mates, your wildest guesses and your competitive spirit for a night of laughs, and general trivia!
Saturday August 1
7:00PM
UTAS Lions Clubrooms
$10 entry per person
Teams up to 8 people
Finger food provided
Cash prizes up for grabs!
Get your team together and join us for a big night at the club. Everyone is welcome!
Boundary Umpire to Big Time AFL Star: An Evening with Colby McKercher
Boundary Umpire to Big Time AFL Star: An Evening with Colby McKercher
On Saturday 30 May, Colby is coming back to share the story of how he went from running the boundary at our club to making it on the AFL stage.
From 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start, the night will include:
• Colby’s story and plenty of laughs
• Nibbles provided
• A silent auction packed with memorabilia, thanks to Scott Plummer at Aussie Legends Events
Early bird tickets are $50
Tickets on the night will be $75
18+ event
Tickets are limited, so get in quick.
To purchase, contact Brooke via farrellybrooke5@gmail.com, send us a message through the page, or grab yours via the ticket link https://forms.gle/5DJUXhq8t1xx1GZ86
LAST MAN STANDING
LAST MAN STANDING
We’re getting the club together for a big night in support of the UTAS Lions
Our Last Man Standing Fundraiser is all about raising funds for the season ahead. With a bit of fun, plenty of laughs, and a few prizes along the way
May 2nd
6:30PM start
UTAS FC Clubrooms, Brooks Road, Newnham
Fundraiser prizes:
$2,000 cash
$500 cash
$250 cash
Tickets: $45 (or $50 at the door)
Beer included
$5 spirits from 8–10PM
Nibbles provided
This is a club fundraiser event, with all proceeds going toward supporting our players, facilities, and 2026 season.
Come along, bring your mates, and get around the Lions
Dynamic Duos
Two’s better than one, especially when there’s glory on the line!
$20 per team
Cash Prize for winners
Best Dressed Prize
Saturday, April 11th – 7:00 pm
Lions Clubrooms
RSVP to Jed by April 10th
Tag your duo and start planning your costumes now… the cup is waiting.
SEASON LAUNCH & JUMPER PRESENTATION
The countdown is over… Season 2026 is here!
Join us after training for our Season Launch & Jumper Presentation Night as we officially kick off another big year for the Lions.
Come along to see the playing group presented with their jumpers, hear what’s ahead for the season, and catch up with the whole UTAS Lions Pride!
UTAS FC Clubrooms
After training – 7:30pm
Meals available for $10
Families welcome
Let’s pack the clubrooms and start the season the right way. Go Lions!
2026 Pre-Season Kick-Off FREE BBQ
Join us on Thursday 15th January for a FREE BBQ and grab a drink or two as we celebrate the start of the 2026 UTAS Lions pre-season.
This is a relaxed, social night to welcome our new Lions, reconnect with familiar faces, and get everyone together before the season ahead. Families, partners, and anyone curious about the club are more than welcome to come along.
Whether you’re new to the club or have been part of the Lions family for years, this is a great chance to meet people, have a feed, and get excited for the season ahead!
Pre-Season Training + AGM
Pre-season training for the 2026 season kicks off on Tuesday 13th January at 6:00pm, and we’re looking forward to seeing everyone back at the club.
Straight after training, at 7:45pm, we’ll be holding our Annual General Meeting. We would love to see as many players, members, parents and partners attend as possible.
There’s no pressure or expectation to join the committee; simply being there to support the club is greatly appreciated. That said, we are always keen to welcome new people who may like to get involved and help support the club in 2026.
Anyone interested in nominating for a committee position can contact Gayle, Thommo or Pez for a nomination form.
Fortnightly Bingo
Join us at the UTAS Lions FC Clubrooms every second Friday for a fun night of fundraising BINGO!
Friday 31st October
Doors open: 6:30pm | Eyes down: 7:00pm
Buy-ins: $25 / $30
Includes: Book of 10, Book of 20, two other games + JACKPOT
This week’s Jackpot: $600!
Plus only THREE raffle envelopes left!
Bring your mates, support the club, and try your luck — you could be taking home the big prize!
UTAS Lions Bingo Fundraiser
Bingo is held fortnightly at our clubrooms with doors opening at 6:30pm for a 7pm start.
UTAS Lions Bingo Fundraiser
Bingo is held fortnightly at our clubrooms with doors opening at 6:30pm for a 7pm start.
UTAS Lions Football Club AGM
Our football club will hold its AGM on the 30th of January at 8.00 pm. Business to be conducted, Election of office bearers for 2025. Nomination forms will be available at the clubrooms this Thursday night or can be done from the floor on the night.
UTAS Lions Bingo Fundraiser
Bingo is held fortnightly at our clubrooms with doors opening at 6:30pm for a 7pm start.