Thank You, Daniel Schoell đź’™
With 11 SANFL League games and 9 goals in the Double Blue, Daniel Schoell concludes his time at Sturt Football Club following a journey defined by resilience, determination and perseverance.
Debuting in Round 4, 2022 as player #1280, Daniel joined the Double Blues from the Onkaparinga Valley Bulldogs, bringing his strength and versatility as a forward and ruckman.
Just four games into his League career, Daniel suffered a devastating patellar tendon rupture that would keep him sidelined for almost four years. Despite multiple surgeries, setbacks and a challenging rehabilitation journey, Daniel never gave up on his goal of returning to League football.
His determination was rewarded in 2025 when he returned through the Reserves and featured in the Reserves Grand Final. In 2026, Daniel completed his remarkable comeback, returning to SANFL League football 1,383 days after his last appearance.
🗣️ Senior Coach Marty Mattner said:
“Daniel’s journey has been nothing short of remarkable. To suffer such a serious injury so early in his League career and then show the determination to work his way back is a real credit to his character. There were plenty of challenges along the way, but Schoell never gave up. His resilience, work ethic and commitment to the football club have been outstanding, and we’re all incredibly proud of what he’s achieved. He’s a great teammate and someone who has earned enormous respect from everyone at Sturt.”
Daniel’s comeback is a testament to his character and serves as an inspiration to his teammates and the wider football community.
We thank Daniel for his dedication, resilience and commitment to Sturt Football Club. His determination to overcome adversity and return to League football will always be a memorable part of his Double Blue journey.
Thank you, Daniel 💙🩵
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Thank You, Hugo Kittel 💙
After three seasons in the senior program and four SANFL League games in the Double Blue, Hugo Kittel’s time at Sturt comes to a close following the 2026 season. He will be moving to Darwin as part of his medical studies to become a Doctor.
A Mitcham Hawks junior, Hugo represented South Australia at Under 20 level in 2023 before making his League debut for Sturt in Round 13, 2024 as player #1298.
Standing at 199cm, Hugo continued to develop his craft as a ruckman throughout his time at Unley, earning opportunities at League level while becoming an important part of the Club’s Reserves program. His commitment was rewarded with a place in Sturt’s 2025 Reserves Grand Final side, where he led the ruck at Adelaide Oval.
A hard-working and popular member of the playing group, Hugo brought competitiveness, energy and a team-first attitude to the Club throughout his time in the Double Blue.
đź—Ł Senior Coach Marty Mattner said:
“Hugo has been a really valued member of our playing group. He’s shown a great willingness to learn, improve and keep competing for opportunities, and the way he has approached his football has earned a lot of respect from his teammates and coaches. “He’s put a lot of work into developing his game and has always been prepared to do whatever the team needed. Hugo should be proud of what he’s achieved at Sturt, and we’re grateful for the commitment and character he has brought to our football club.”
From Mitcham Hawks junior to State representative and SANFL League footballer, Hugo can be proud of what he has achieved during his time at Sturt.
We thank Hugo Kittel for his commitment, hard work and contribution to the Double Blue and wish him all the very best for the future.
Thank you, Hugo 💙🩵
