{
  "id": 638437,
  "title": "Legendary boot-studder hangs up his own after 58 years with Port Adelaide",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/legendary-boot-studder-hangs-up-his-own-after-58-years-with-port-638437",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-12T05:29:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ABC News AU",
    "slug": "abc-news-au",
    "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-12/port-adelaide-football-club-boot-studder-alfie-trebilcock/107028404"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former boot-studder Alfie Trebilcock, who served Port Adelaide Football Club for an impressive 58 years, has decided to hang up his own boots. Trebilcock, who began his service in 1968 alongside club legend Russell Ebert, has outlasted many big names and witnessed significant changes in the world of football. He started as a young butcher from Broken Hill and went on to witness 11 SANFL premierships and one AFL premiership. Despite the lack of success in the SANFL during his initial years, Trebilcock remained dedicated to his role, eventually taking over the boot department from a sprigger who was battling leukemia. He celebrated his final home game with The Power this weekend in Adelaide and expressed his gratitude towards the club and its players. His longtime friend and colleague, Russell Ebert, also announced his retirement after 38 years of service, with Ebert crediting Trebilcock's dedication and love for the club as key factors in their success. Both Trebilcock and Ebert were honored with the Jack Titus Award for conspicuous service to the game in 2013 and Life Membership at Port Adelaide Football Club in 2013, respectively.",
  "summary": "Alfie Trebilcock started with Port Adelaide Football Club the same year as club legend Russel Ebert. Some 58 years and 11 premierships later, he is preparing for his final home game with The Power.",
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        "outlet": "ABC News",
        "title": "Legendary boot-studder hangs up his own after 58 years with Port Adelaide",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/legendary-boot-studder-hangs-up-his-own-after-58-years-with-port",
        "published": "2026-08-12T05:29:14.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}