Geelong Try Boys' Brigade
A movement which began in Geelong a century ago and continues to thrive today has been a cradle of influence for thousands of young people in the region.
Welcome to the Geelong Try Boys Brigade
Discover information on the facilities at the Try Boys Jack Kroger Sports Centre, the programs and activities on offer and the history of the Brigade going back to its founding day on May 8th 1897.
Exploring Our Roots: A Journey Through History
Few people are aware of the extent of the brigade's work as it has never been widely publicised. This is perhaps due to the nature of the man who founded and those who later nurtured it through its century. Their philosophy has been to get on with the job without fuss or fanfare.
Meet our Brigade Member Organisations & Partners
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Try Boys Basketball (Member)
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1st Geelong Scouts (Member)
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Geelong United Basketball (Partner)
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Greg Smith Basketball (Partner)
Our Resources
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In these pages, discover our year's triumphs, community impact, and the growth of our members. Explore how our commitment to character development and community service continues to shape the future for the youth of Geelong.
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Ensuring a secure and nurturing environment is our top priority at The Geelong Try Boys Brigade. Learn about our unwavering commitment to Child Safe Standards, outlining the protective measures in place. Discover how we prioritize the safety and well-being of every child in our care, fostering trust and confidence.
“There is a growing desire in this land to say that the needs of the less blessed in worldly stances should be a matter for the State; the simple fact is that the less the State has to do with such work and the more great-hearted men and women accept the responsibilities of their common humanity, the better. One man will accomplish more in the lives of those they seek to serve than ten government departments would accomplish in a century.”
— Extract from a story in the Geelong Standard of 1924 entitled 'A Worthy Service'
Contact us.
Phone number: 0416 221 508
PO Box 152 Geelong, VIC 3220
For stadium court bookings, please contact: Geelong United Basketball