Dale White guides Fernhill to third title in four years
Coach Dale White steered Fernhill to a 2-1 grand final win over Oak Flats, the club's third title in four years.
Dale White returned as coach of Fernhill Foxes after the club lost its first-grade coach just two rounds into 2026. White steadied the side and guided them to a 2-1 grand final victory over Oak Flats at Macedonia Park on Saturday.
Fernhill won all their games in the second half of the season under his watch. Mattias Paslack earned player of the match.
Fernhill has now won premierships in 2023, 2024 and 2026, losing only in 2025. The Foxes have either drawn or won their past 11 games against Oak Flats.
- 2-1
- Grand final score
- Macedonia Park
- Venue
- 11 games
- Unbeaten record vs Oak Flats
- 3
- Premierships in four years
Why it mattersA grand final victory confirms a club's season and crowns them as the region's best, drawing fans and cementing legacy.
AustraliaFor the Illawarra region, Fernhill's success in Premier League 2 demonstrates sustained excellence in local football.
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