Apr 14 2025 131 mins
This week on the Sandgroper Sports Podcast, we’re honoured to welcome a true WA footy icon—Allan “Chubby” Stiles.
A South Perth junior who played against under-14s at just 8 years old, Chubby’s rise was meteoric—three junior premierships, a colts premiership and B&F in 1965, and 150 league games for the Perth Demons. He starred in the 1970 State Game, earning the Simpson Medal, and went on to become a WAFC Hall of Fame inductee and Life Member of both Perth FC and the WAFC.
But his legacy extends far beyond the field. Chubby made waves in media and entertainment, becoming a familiar face in Australian movie theatres and a respected voice in football broadcasting as a radio commentator. His passion for the game also saw him pen the ever-popular “Chubby Chats” column in Westside Football, sharing sharp insights and footy tales with fans across the state.
From player to pundit, his contribution to WA footy is unmatched.
🎧 Don’t miss this episode full of stories, laughs, and reflections from one of WA football’s most colourful characters.
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