Tasmania Devils Launched as AFL 19th Club

Published on March 19, 2024

The AFL 19th club will be known as the Tasmania Devils and wear a dark green jumper emblazoned with a yellow map of the island state. The club, which was granted a licence in May to enter the national AFL (Australian Football League) competition in 2028, unveiled its colours, mascot and inaugural jumper at venues across the state on Monday night, March 18. The club chose myrtle green, primrose yellow and rose red – an acknowledgement of the state’s rich football history. “Our football heritage dates back over 150 years. Footy is part of the fabric of what it means to be Tasmanian,” club chair Grant O’Brien said....