Charlie Pannam

Born into one of Australian football's most distinguished families, Charlie Pannam served as the vital link in the famous three-generation Pannam dynasty at Collingwood. The son of pioneer Charlie H. Pannam, he established himself as a pacy and skillful wingman, featuring prominently in the Magpies' 1917 and 1919 premiership sides. However, his tenure at Victoria Park ended in his mid-20s when he crossed to South Melbourne—the historic forerunner to the modern Sydney Swans—taking his premiership experience to the Lakeside Oval.

At his second club, Pannam evolved from a dash-and-carry midfielder into a key leader, serving as captain-coach during the latter stages of his career. He provided veteran direction to the Bloods throughout the mid-to-late 1920s before hanging up his boots. His contribution to the game extended well beyond his playing days, as he later became a highly respected VFL field umpire, officiating in over 100 matches including Grand Finals, and eventually watched his son, Alby, continue the family legacy in the black and white.