John has been involved with the Magpies for over 20 years as both a player, coach and an administrator. Originally a member of the Liverpool Eagles John was one of the founding members of the Magpies after the successful merge of the Liverpool Eagles and Bankstown Bombers seniors clubs eventually playing over 150 senior games for the new identity.
In 2008 the Magpies formed their first ever Under 18's Team competing in the Sydney AFL Challenge Cup. The award for the best and fairest player in the Magpies U18's team is known as the "John Bampton Best and Fairest Trophy".
Below is a brief summary of Johns career.
1989 Under 20's Premership (Liverpool Eagles)
1990 Under 20's Best and Fairest (Club Vice President)
1996 Reserve Grade Grand Finalist - Minor Premiers
1997 Reserve Grade Grand Finalist - Club President
1998 Club President
1999 Club President
2000 Reserve Grade Runner Up Best and Fairest - Reserve Grade Coach - Club Registrar
2001 Club Vice President
2002 Club President - SFA Division 2 Coach
2003 Club President - SFA Division 2 Coach
2004 Club President
2005 Club President
