Matilda Sonia Gegenhuber, Socceroo Mark Bresciano and former Football Journalist Andrew Dettre were all inducted into the Football Federation Australia (FFA) Hall of Fame this evening.
The FFA Hall of Fame honours players and participants who have made a sustained and meritorious contribution to Australian football.
FFA CEO David Gallop AM believes that the three inductees this year are more than worthy recipients of the honour.

“Since 1999 we have inducted 240 outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to football in Australia.
“Tonight we welcome the latest three inductees who join a very respected group of people that has shaped our sport through the ages.
“Sonia Gegenbuber’s exploits as player are well known to all within the Women’s game and since retiring she has continued to give back to the game in many ways.
“Mark Bresciano’s contribution to the Socceroos and football in Australia is immeasurable. Not only did he play at three FIFA World Cup’s, he helped promote the profile of Australian footballers around the world throughout his playing career.
“Last, but by no means least, is Andrew Dettre who was a true pioneer of football media in Australia. A journalist and editor who saw the bigger picture and who inspired and mentored a whole generation of football journalists.
“I congratulate Sonia, Mark and Andrew for this prestigious honour and thank them for their service,” concluded Gallop.
Gegenhuber, Bresciano and Dettre were officially inducted into the FFA Hall of Fame at the Dolan Warren Awards in Sydney, which held at The Star.