In those early days players had no Saturday half-holiday and they had to beg the day off to compete. They rode wagons, bikes and horses to travel to matches, and when reaching the ground used to change behind trees as there were no dressing sheds.
The 1912 Grand Final was according to the press "the best game of football witnessed on the local ground for the season". The match was between Edenhope and Salt Lakes (Douglas). The final scores were - Edenhope 5 goals 13 behinds (43 points) to Salt Lakes 1 goal 12 behinds (18 points).
This was Edenhope's first ever premiership, they had had a team as far back as 1908. The presentation medals were awarded at a celebration at the Mechanics Institute in December. The president Mr S.H. Ramsden told how the football has been up to a high standard, the umpires satisfactory, and a creditable performance. He also said that while thanking those who were responsible for their success, they must not forget that indespensible portion - the barrackers.
Edenhope went on to win the 1913 and 1914 premierships, and after World War I the 1919 cup.
This year may also be Edenhope's premiership year too, as they are undefeated this season.
3rd row: Tom Robertson, Jack Ryan, Leo Kelly, Sam Burns, Henry Burns, Bert Robertson, Jim Robertson.
2nd row: Bill Bird, H.C. Carstairs, Charlie Whittingham, Jack Norris, Arthor Bird, Jack Marr.
Front row: Martin Ryan, Jack McDougall, Don Caldow (umpire), Alf Bird, Angus McDonald.
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