Create an experience with Nick Riewoldt

Nick Riewoldt is always going to be remembered as one of the most devoted and courageous footballers that the game has seen. His commitment and loyalty to the St Kilda football club was flawless, with 17 seasons and over 300 games at the club, whilst kicking an outstanding 718 goals. 

Riewoldt’s career started in 2001 after being drafted with first pick in the 2000 AFL national draft. Riewoldt managed to play 6 games in his first year due to an injury that continuously kept him sidelined, however Riewoldt’s determination and worth was presented in his second year, where he demonstrated excellent leadership abilities and was subsequently awarded the Trevor Barker Award in 2002, (Awarded to St Kilda’s Best and Fairest player for the year). 

Nick Riewoldt has placed himself as one of the greatest St Kilda players of all time and left a legacy that will be difficult to rival. Riewoldt was the club’s longest standing captain from 2007 - 2016, a six time winner of the Trevor Barker Award, and also led his team to two seperate grand finals in 2009 and 2010. Furthermore his ability in the forward line has seen him be awarded 5 All-Australian honours. 

Nick Riewoldt's Career Highlights 

Riewoldt’s notable achievements in his career as an AFL player included: 

• St Kilda Captain 2005, 2007-2016

• Trevor Barker Award 2002, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2014

• Leigh Matthews Trophy 2004

• St Kilda Leading Goal Kicker 2008, 2009, 2013, 2014

• All Australian Team 2004, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2014

• AFL Rising Star 2004 

• Grand Final Appearances 2009 and 2010 

• Mark of the Year Contender

• Founder of Maddie’s Game

Nick Riewoldt’s personal interests 

Nick Riewoldt is an all-round sportsman who enjoys all sports and outdoor activities including fishing, golf, cricket and still loves kicking the football. Nick is currently happily retired with his wife Catherine and three boys.

Maddie’s Game

Although Riewoldt is an amazing athlete, he has always had a passion for family, with him starting a foundation for his sister Madeline who tragically passed away in 2015 due to a rare bone marrow disease. In her passing the Riewoldt family started the Snowdome foundation to support research into new treatments for blood cancer. Nick has been monumental in the success of this charity, using his football success to help raise funds and create awareness. In 2015 Nick created ‘Maddie’s Game’ to honor his recently passed sister. All the proceedings of the game go to the Snowdome charity to prevent blood cancer. 

Nick Riewoldt’s Media Experience 

Multiple media outlets have featured Nick Riewoldt as a presenter throughout his AFL career. Riewoldt is an excellent public speaker and currently provides AFL Analysis through Fox Footy’s coverage and is also a weekly guest on AFL360. Nick has also taken to radio and can be heard on SEN radio. Riewoldt’s expertise have also seen him provide commentary and special comments on the following: 

• Friday Night Football 

• AFL Game Day

• Expert360 

• Triple M 

• SEN Radio 

• Sunday Football 

Nick Riewoldt’s Public Speaking 

With almost 20 years of public speaking Nick Riewoldt is capable of speaking on multiple topics, which he can draw on past experiences he has endured. Booking Nick Riewoldt as your next speaker is perfect for those looking for both motivational and inspirational content. 

The Topics that would suit Nick Riewoldt Include: 

• Loyalty - Nick Riewoldt spent 17 years at St Kilda, and his devotion and commitment to the club makes him the perfect person to talk about loyalty. Despite Nick easily being able to easily chase money or premierships, Nick stood by his club and devoted his career to it.

• Resilience - AFL is a rigorous sport and it is easy for players to become undisciplined or give up. Despite Riewoldt suffering multiple setbacks due to injuries throughout his career, Nick had the determination and the perseverance to be better and is excellent at discussing how he goes about it. 

• Reaching your goals - Nick Riewoldt has lots of experience about sacrificing for your goal. Nick grew up in Tasmania and at the age of 18 had to move to a completely different state to reach his goal, Riewoldt’s experience of sacrificing and hard work ethic makes him the perfect candidate for a motivational and inspirational talk. 

Nick’s clean cut personality makes him perfect to book for all MC or formal occasions, and his dedication towards his family makes him perfect for school, charities and fundraising events.