Episode 15 1911 The Professionals

The era of amateurism (or shamateurism) is over, the VFL changes to a professional league but not all clubs agree. And a potential path to amalgamation is explored with the VFA. Essendon employ the original super coach Jack Worrall to move them to the next level. Meanwhile St Kilda players go on strike and the club uses more than 60 players in a season. A record that will never be broken. Listen to the Grand Final History podcast to hear whether Jack Worral can help Essendon in their quest for another VFL Premiership.

Members Stand 1911 Grand Final Essendon v Collingwood
Umpire Elder watching the play 1911 Grand FInal