KTHC Life Members

Our Life Members

Honouring the people who helped shape our club.

Life Membership is one of the highest honours awarded by Kwinana Tigers Hockey Club, recognising individuals who have demonstrated outstanding dedication, commitment and service to our club.

Our Life Members have played an important role in building the Tigers community, supporting our players and helping the club grow over the years.

We are proud to recognise and celebrate their contributions.

KTHC LIFE MEMBERS

A LEGACY OF DEDICATION & SERVICE

1978 Shirley Ryan

1979 Ann Wilson

1979 Chris Bazukiewicz

1988 Cheryl Edwards

1989 Eddy Butler

1990 Chris Taylor

1998 Greg Wilson

2000 Cheryl Wilson

2000 Shelly Frazer

2006 Gunnar Grov

2015 Mick Matthews

2021 Cale Bant

Tiarna McCormack 

Ari Etelaaho

Life Member Spotlight 

Gunnar Grov – Life Member 2006

Gunnar Grov has been part of Kwinana Tigers Hockey Club since 1983, joining at just 14 years old. Starting as a goalkeeper, he went on to play more than 500 senior games for the Tigers.

Gunnar dedicated many years to the club committee, predominantly as Secretary. He was instrumental in securing the club's liquor licence, became our first Bar Manager and introduced the games played tally in 2003, a tradition that continues today.

He has also coached numerous junior and senior teams and represented Western Australia in Masters hockey.

For Gunnar, the Tigers have always been more than just a hockey club.

"Kwinana has a real family spirit and taught me resilience and a keen passion for the sport. It'll always be my home club."

Eddie Butler – Life Member 1989

Eddie Butler is one of the founding members of Kwinana Hockey Club and has dedicated decades to the Tigers as a player, coach, umpire, President and Secretary.

Alongside his wife Barbara, who served as Treasurer, Eddie has helped shape the club we know today.

Throughout the years, Eddie has coached hundreds of players, sharing his knowledge and passion for hockey with generations of Tigers.

His contribution extends well beyond the field, with his dedication and commitment leaving a lasting impact on our club and community.

Today, Eddie remains a familiar face on the sidelines at our home games, proudly cheering on the Tigers.

Eddie's lifelong dedication and continued support are a treasured part of Kwinana Tigers Hockey Club's history.

Once a Tiger, always a Tiger.

Cale Bant – Life Member 2021

Cale Bant has been part of Kwinana Tigers Hockey Club since he was just 12 years old, going on to play more than 400 games and being part of all four men's premiership-winning teams.

His contribution extends well beyond playing, having coached 20 junior seasons and served on the committee for around 10 years, including four years as Junior Coordinator.

Some of his proudest memories include winning premierships alongside family and friends, coaching his daughters and sharing the field with Kieran, Dom and Zav.

"To me the club means connections, the mates, the bonds that last forever."

Today, Cale continues to give back through coaching, umpiring and helping out wherever needed.

Cale's dedication, leadership and passion for the Tigers have helped shape generations of players and left a lasting impact on our club.

Once a Tiger, always a Tiger.