St Kilda is throwing its support behind the Darrel Baldock Memorial Fund, to raise money for a $400,000 monument that will commemorate the Tasmanian-born AFL Legend.
The man affectionately known as ‘Mr Magic’ played 119 games for St Kilda from 1962-68, and captained the Club’s only Premiership side in 1966.
He was the Club's Best and Fairest in 1962, 1963 and 1965, and kicked 237 goals over his career.
In 1996 the Doc was inducted into the AFL Hall of Fame and was elevated to Legend status in 2006.
He was also the first person to be granted Legend status in St Kilda’s Hall of Fame in 2003.
“This memorial will serve as a permanent reminder of the Doc’s legacy,” said St Kilda Chief Executive Officer Michael Nettlefold.
“A true icon, Darrel Baldock’s contribution to the St Kilda Football Club is a fundamental part of the Saints 139 year history.”
This weekend, St Kilda will be joined by the Hawthorn Football Club, along with every football club in Tasmania, in raising money for the Darrel Baldock Memorial monument, which will be established at Latrobe Recreational Ground in Tasmania.
To donate, see the Official Fund Collectors at Etihad Stadium on Friday night, or alternatively contact the St Kilda Football Club on 1300 GO SAINTS.
