Stephen Theodore

Recruited from Coragulac in Victoria’s Western District, Stephen Theodore established himself as a durable utility and half-forward for St Kilda during the early 1970s. Known affectionately as "Grub," he was a versatile operator who could slot into various roles but did his best work as a high-half-forward. He was particularly regarded as a "mud-runner" who thrived in heavy, wet conditions, often using his country-honed stability to keep his feet when others were sliding. A consistent contributor in the Saints' post-premiership era, he played a key role in the club's 1971 campaign, lining up on a half-forward flank in the Grand Final loss to Hawthorn.

Theodore remained a regular fixture in the senior side until 1976, racking up over 100 games and providing a reliable avenue to goal. After leaving Moorabbin at just 26 years of age, he continued his football journey in Tasmania with Longford before returning to his roots in the Western District. His leadership qualities came to the fore in the Hampden League, where he became the inaugural captain-coach of the newly merged Colac-Coragulac Football Club, steering them to a famous premiership in 1980 and cementing his status as a local legend.