Football
23 September, 2024
Spalding twins celebrate
Matthew and Luke Spalding are two-time premiership players for Ararat, having joined their father as a premiership player for the club in 2023.
Matthew was awarded the Greg Binns Medal for best on the ground for a terrific performance, which included two goals. He said it was an unbelievable feeling.
"I love the club so much and to go back-to-back is so hard," Matthew said.
"We have two coaches that have done a great job this year, and it's not about me today, but the team.
"Playing with Luke is probably the best feeling in the world. It's unbelievable and special to me. We used to kick the footy every day. He is a left, and I am a right footer, so it's the opposite."
Luke said it's unreal.
"Matt has come off a few knee injuries, and we didn't think we would play a senior premiership, so hats off to Matt for how he has played," Luke said.
"Not only did our father play in a premiership, but our grandfather did as well, and unfortunately he passed away last year."