Les Ash could well be named the Father of Bellarine and District Football, for it was his leadership of a committed group of Bellarine Club officials that brought the dream to reality.
Les turned his hand to football administration after a distinguished playing career with the Leopold Football Netball Club.
Les was also a life member of the Bellarine Football League. After several years of intense representations, V.C.F.L. investigations and endless meetings, the decision was handed down in late 1970 by the V.C.F.L. that a new League, to be known as the Bellarine & District Football League, would be formed and it would commence competition in Season 1971.
Les was elected the inaugural President of the B.&D.F.L. and immediately embraced a netball section to enhance the family day atmosphere.