The H G Soppett Pavillion extensions turn 50 this weekend. The extensions were new home and visitors change rooms, a new canteen, front entrance onto the paying side of the pavilion and a administration room. To many at the club, Sol was an inspiration as you can read from his 2004 Hall of Fame entry:- George ‘Sol’ Soppett In a more than a thirty year association with the Mentone Football club, ‘Sol’ had three stints as President between 1937 and 1939, 1945 and 1946, and 1953 and 1954. Sol, a local businessman, was devoted to the Mentone cause and served on the committee and off-field in a number of other official capacities. He is regarded as one of the father figures of the club during this time and was duly awarded Life Membership. In 1964, Sol had the new Pavilion dedicated and named after him in recognition of his outstanding service to the club. [Dec.]