Received life membership in 2012.
Dale began his association with Ainslie in the early 80s as a member of the senior squad where he quickly fitted in and left a lasting impression, becoming a key player in the 1982 Second Grade Premiership side. Dale would also go on to win the Richard Fleming Memorial Award that year for the most determined player in the Ainslie senior squad.
A consistent player in amongst Ainslie Second Grade dominance in the 80s – Dale was further entrenched in Ainslie’s premiership sides in 1983, 1984, 1987. After toiling away in Second Grade for many years, Dale would make his First Grade debut for Ainslie in 1986 (need to confirm).
Dale’s involvement with Ainslie would continue into the 90s where he would serve as club president from 1991-1993. Ainslie success in the early 90s stemmed from the back of Dale’s leadership during his presidency tenure, where Ainslie sides would win five premierships (including two First Grade premierships) in just three years under Dale’s helm.
Recognition of Life Membership for Dale is attributed to consistent Second Grade success for Ainslie, but also demonstration of his leadership that laid the foundation to Ainslie’s on-going club success in the 90s.