Early Success
The first premiership came in 1915 with a two goal Grand Final win over Port Adelaide. The competition was suspended during the First World War, then in 1919, Sturt faced North Adelaide in the Grand Final. Despite giving up a big lead early, Sturt fought back and forced a draw. In a low scoring replay the following week, Sturt kicked its only three goals of the match in the last quarter (the last coming with thirty seconds remaining) to win by five points and secure consecutive premierships four years apart.
Sturt won another premiership in 1926 with Vic Richardson after he was not selected for the 1925 Ashes cricket tour of England. Between 1930 and 1941, Sturt played in five Grand Finals, winning in 1932 and 1940. From 1942 to 1944, Sturt combined with South Adelaide to compete in a restricted wartime competition.
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