Famous St Kilda surnames such as Loewe, Milne, Voss, Thompson and Peckett are likely to bring back fond memories for a generation of St Kilda supporters.

Sam Loewe, Tyson Milne, Flynn Thompson, Jackson and Ky Voss and Jett Peckett are just a few of the boys who recently took part in a Father Son Academy training session.

State Recruiting Manager Chris Toce said the program was designed to not only source prospective AFL talent, but also empower the participants to reach their football goals.

“It’s really just about helping the boys with their footy, irrespective of the level they get to,” Toce explained.

“As much as it would be great to get a result like we have with Bailey Rice [son of Dean Rice], it’s unfair to put on any extra pressure on these boys.

“Having the famous surnames that they do puts enough on them already. 

“The program is about development and above all else having fun.” 

When asked about the future of father son program, Toce said he was optimistic about the little feet taking their first steps toward walking in their father’s shoes.

“There are some really amazing, more recent names that we’re all familiar with, the Riewoldt’s, Dal Santo’s, Hayes' and Koschitzke’s to name a few, who have young sons,” Toce said.

“They’re a little young to be joining in at this stage, but the important thing for us is to try and connect with the families of past players and try to make them feel welcome and still part of the club. 

“Hopefully one day soon we’ll be establishing a father-daughter program as well.”