In 1996, Brighton was one of eight founder members of Tasmania's Southern Football League.  A finalist in both 1996 and 1997, the club broke through for a dramatic premiership in 1998 when it won a replayed grand final against Cygnet.  After a tense, low scoring draw in the initial game, Brighton won the replay convincingly by 13 goals.

The Robins again contested the grand final in 1999, but on this occasion former TFL side Hobart proved too strong.

When the SFL split into two divisions in 2002 Brighton found itself in the elite premier league along with ex TFL heavyweights like North Hobart, Glenorchy and Clarence.  Adding to the club's premiership tally will therefore be difficult but everyone at Brighton is determined to rise to the challenge.

Celebrating the '98 flag win.  (Image courtesy of Dan Garlick of OzVox Media.)