Explore Our Storied Past

A LEGACY OF CHAMPIONS

Discover the illustrious journey of the West Adelaide Soccer Club, from its humble beginnings to its triumphs on the national stage.

Join Us Today

Our Historical Milestones

Explore the significant events that have shaped the West Adelaide Soccer Club, from its inception to its present-day achievements.

1936
The Origins
Hellenic is Born

A small group of early Greek migrants to Adelaide founded the city’s first Greek-backed soccer club, initially called Hellenic.

1945
Official Founding
The Club Becomes "Olympic"

The Greeks officially founded their club under the name Olympic, beginning a new chapter in its early history.

1961
Re-Entry
Hellenic Athletic and Soccer Club

The club reformed and re-entered the state league under the name Hellenic Athletic and Soccer Club.

1962
The Merge
West Adelaide Hellas

The Greek club merged with the old West Adelaide Soccer Club, which had formed in 1910. The new club quickly won promotion to the top tier of South Australian football.

1977
The NSL Founding
The First NSL Goal

West Adelaide became a founding member of the National Soccer League. The club had the honor of scoring the NSL’s first goal on April 2, 1977.

1978
National Champions
First Adelaide Team to Win NSL

West Adelaide became the first team from Adelaide to be crowned national champions, securing the title after a local derby draw with Adelaide City.

1986
Relegation
Return to the State League

After nearly a decade in the national league, West Adelaide was relegated back to the South Australian state league.

1991
Return to NSL
Back in the National League

West Adelaide was invited back to the National Soccer League for the 1991–92 season after a brief return in 1989-90.

1995
Rebranding
The Adelaide Sharks

In a bid to attract broader support, the club renamed itself the ‘Adelaide Sharks.’

1999
Demise and Rebirth
Club Enters Administration

The club’s senior arm declared bankruptcy due to financial turmoil and withdrew from the national competition. The juniors legally separated and remained afloat.

2007
The Comeback
Return to Competition

After years of absence, West Adelaide began fielding senior teams in the South Australian competition once again, starting in the third tier.

2012
Promotion
Second Tier

After a period in the third tier, West Adelaide gained promotion to the second tier of the South Australian league.

2013
Top Tier
Back in the Top Flight

The club returned to the top tier of South Australian football after a nine-season absence.

2015
NPL Championship
First NPL Championship

Coached by former NSL defender Paul Pezos, the club won its first State NPL championship since re-forming.

Support Your Team, Enjoy the Benefits

Become a part of our legacy and experience the thrill of soccer with exclusive member perks.

Join Us Today