

In an honour roll built on service and performance, R Woolhouse stands out for doing both without fuss. 78 games might look like a number — at Northcote Park it reads as commitment, the kind that shows up in tough stretches of the year. Not every honour roll career is defined by medals, and R Woolhouse is a good reminder of that: contribution isn’t always packaged as a flag. R Woolhouse’s treasurer years (1975 and 1976) reflect a different kind of pressure: balancing ambition with sustainability and transparency. That mix of competitiveness and care is why R Woolhouse’s contribution still feels current, not just historical. What stands out in conversations is R Woolhouse’s feel for moments — knowing when to lift the tempo, when to calm things down, and when to put the head over the ball. Whether remembered for leadership, performance, or sheer dependability, R Woolhouse sits comfortably among the figures who shaped Northcote Park’s identity. Every club has turning points; R Woolhouse was involved in enough of them to be remembered long after the seasons rolled on. It’s the sort of legacy that gets passed on in training drills, in committee rooms, and in the stories told after games. That balance — competitiveness with care for people — is why R Woolhouse is still spoken about with warmth. To this day, R Woolhouse is cited as an example of what it means to represent Northcote Park properly. It’s the sort of legacy that gets passed on in training drills, in committee rooms, and in the stories told after games.
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