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• ^SlU.18CHAlLtN6£CUP_ BALMAIN V WESTERN SUBURBS FIELD: 14. DanielCOGHLAN, 35. Justin FOX BOUNDARY: Hamish GEORGE, David NG TIGERS MAGPIES GOAL: Andrew SCOVELU Greg P1CKF0RD EMERGENCY: 28. Carl FLETCHER
8.45am ~x>_u_i($ PREMIER CUP^ FIELD: 22. Paul BARRON, 3. Danny DEIGAN, 31. Tom McDONALD Followed by Grand final Presentations BOUNDARY: Mitchell HANRAHAN, Shane McSPEEfllH GOAL: Roy GOH, Sergio VILLAGRA EMERGENCY: 38. Andrew RUTHERFORD U18 PREMIER COT c • *>> PREMIER DIVISION RESERVES_, 1 FIELD: 1. Anton LEWIS. 8. Michael PECK, 15. Craig ROGERS BOUNDARY: Les GOYNE, Ashley SAND1SON GOAL: Ken RAY, Kevin MORRISON EMERGENCY: 27. Glen CALLAGHAN
PENNANT HILLS V NORTH SHORE I T^TOIiivTSIOH SENIORS " _i FIELD: 17. Joel EILITT, 7. Frank KALAYZICH, 21. Nathan LES5EL5 DEMONS BOMBERS BOUNDARY: Craig ANDERSON, Luke McSPEERIN, Tim GRIFFEN GOAL: David HARDING, Can TSONIS EMERGENCY: 4. Sean RICHARDSON 11am Followed by Grand Final Presentations SYDNEY AFL RECORD C PREMIER DIVISION RESERVES 3 CONTENTS
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Message from the General Manager 3 PENNANT HILLS V EAST COAST DEMONS EAGLES AFL Recreational Football 4 David Linsen wins NAB Sydney AFL Rising Star 5
1.15pm Grand Final Team Lists - Prem ier Division 6 followed by Grand Final Presentations A review of our priorities 12
Coaching for a better world 15 PREMIER DIVISION SENIORS 3 Sydney AFL Award Winners 16
Sydney AFL Forst & Second Division Review 17
Club Comer 18 EAST COAST PENNANT HILLS Sydney AFL Premiership Slats 20 EAGLES DEMONS COVER: Craig Robinson (East Coast) evades Scott Myers {Pennant 3.30pm Hills) during their Round 2 clash at Em Holmes Oval. Followed by Grand final Presentations Photo supplied by Peter Dovftj SYDNEY AFL RECORD :1 WEBSITE HEADLINES
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2: visit sycineycir7.com.au MESSAGE FROM THE GENERAL MANAGEI
he AFL (NSW/ACT) organisation is the governing body quality of "infrastructure" referenced to earlier. of the AFL in NSW and the ACT, our core business is the Coaching and education progams designed to accelerate T development of participants, player talent and fans of participants/parents/volunteers understanding of the game Australian Football across the region, spanning some 3246 and a com munity club environment that attracts and reta ins schools and 1130 community club teams in 18 affiliated families is critical for success. Greater resources will be competitions. In business terms this is a diverse distribution dedicated to creating quality club environments. and stakeholder network that requires investment, education At a talent level, in n ovative identification, attraction and and ongoing communication. It is our greatest opportunity, yet development programs like the 2006 State Championships can also become a threat as investments can be spread thinly Series at ages 13 through 18 and the AFL Scholarship program across the extensive infrastructure required to grow the game combined with an increasing youth participation pool will eg. coaches, umpires, administrators, facilities, data systems ensure better results by 2010. etc. across club and schools. Attracting fans to our game will be ach ieved by creative Importantly, much of this infrastructure needs to be marketing and advertising programs eg. Barry Hall Hall, developed via the support of the volunteer community in order enhanced broadcasting and a commitment to developing a to multiply the investments made across the state/territory. relationship with new customers identified through Welcome In the emerging AFL development regions of N5W, this is to AFL programs. particularly challenging as What does this AS AT 2005 PHASE ONE:6V2010 families, school PIILARS KEV MEASURE all mean for systems and peer >To1al -60,000 100,000 the Sydney AFL groups are still -53 dub; 47 school (total %) -48% club; 52% school competition? learning the game > Mil dub v school - 33:67 (metro} - 37:63 (metro) -the challenges - 75:25 (regional) - 60:40 freff/o/iffO The Sydney AfLand are significant ever > No./% of Nat Pool -8/120=6.6% -10% it's member clubs more so in the (Dmfrses/Rookiei) need to continue to build linkages with face of increased -32% -50% > %ofSyd that follow AFL junior and youth competition from > Highly involved supporters -270k'Highly involved' -420k'Highly involved' clubs to ensure a other sports. > Sydney Members -Swans 20,000 members - Swans >30,000 (Sydney) members in Sydney sustained inflow of My role as General local players and their Manager is to families. An improved develop the goals and plan collaboratively with my team and inflow of young local playersand their families will underwrite stakeholders, allocate the resources accordingly and continue the quality of the club environment and ultimately the to lead the direction in the face of external competition and competition. Previously, I highlighted the example of a dozen demands from ou r al igned schools and clubs. Riverview boys and their families joining Balmain thisyearas an example of what the future needs to look like. What is the goal and plan? One of our major focuses in the next two yea rs will be to create school and club pathways at the youth level ie. 13-18 The goaI for Australian Football in NSW to 2010 is to grow years. Th is year we have 1,000 pi us secondary students playing participation, talent and fans, whilst improving the quality of in the Independent Schools Program and are accelerating our infrastructure across the system. involvement intheCatholic and State Secondary schools (see The priority in the plan is to continue to invest in the page 14). I believe that by 2010 these programs will have base of the participation pyramid (primary/junior) whilst significantly greater numbers playing and our linkages to local developing the pathway at the second phase (secondary/ dubs will be stronger through the Club Incentive Program. youth), to capitalise on the interest created at primary/junior The environment to attract and retain young players level over the last few years. As the secondary/youth pathway and their families requires improvement in coaching quality matures we will invest significantly more in the third phase of through the junior and youth dubs as well as enhanced dub the pathway - the senior cl u b com petitions throughout NSW. facilities generally. You will see increased investment and This may require a different model from the one that exists improved club support coming through next year. today and we will do what is required to ensure Australian It may also require us to consider the current configuration Football in NSW/ACT provides teenage participants and their of the Sydney AFL and be prepared to change the way we families with an attractive second tier senior competition. Look think. I look forward to the challenge. no further than South East Queensland. Increased participation wil I bring greater dema nrf on the Dote HOLMES is the General Manager for AFL (NSW/ACT) SYDNEY AFL RECORD: 3 AFL RECREATIONAL FOOTBALL
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>WILLOUGHBY CONTACT: Nick Evans (02) 8333 8012 October 26th to December 21st -Thursday nights & January 25th to March 22nd - Thursday nights Bicentennial Reserve, Willoughby
> HILLS CONTACT: Nick Evans (02) 8333 8022 October 25th to December 20th - Wednesday n ights & January 24th to December 19th-Wednesday nights VenueTBC
> EASTERN SUBURBS CONTACT: Brendan Maher0401825 608 or Nick Evans (02) 8333 8022 October 25th to December 20th - Wednesday nights & FL Recreational Football is here! A modified version of January 24th to December 19th - Wednesday nights Australian Rules football, it is a game that has been Centennial Parklands, Centennial Park A developed to provide an opportunity for all enthusiasts of the sport, designed so that everyone ca n play. It is less physically demanding, has a minimal time commitment and > DRUMMOYNE/INNER WEST has a major emphasis on fun and safety. Played in a friendly CONTACT: Jason McPherson (02) 8333 8009 or Nick Evans (02) social environment, the game enables people of all ages 8333 8022 and ability levels to participate in male, female or mixed Late October to late December - NightTBC competitions. VenueTBC The sport, which has gained rapid popularity in other States, will now be launched in a number of metropolitan >ST GEORGE and country regions as an "off-season" extension of the Game, CONTACT: Kevin Morrison 0438 353 753 much like touch football is to Rugby and Rugby League. "Rec October 4th to December 6th - Wednesday nights Footy" was first shown to the Sydney public at the North Olds Park, Forest Road, Peakhurst Sydney Exhibition Match between the Swans and Essendon in February, 2005 as the half-time entertainment. Celebrities > SUTHERLAND included Garry Jack, Adam Spencer, Rhys Muldoon, Robert CONTACT: Kevin Morrison 0438 353 753 Dipierdomenico, Troy Luff, Bee Abraham and members of the October 5th to December 7th - Thursday nights Sydney Swifts National Netball side. Made up of all different Waratah no. 4, Rawson Avenue, Sutherland sizes, shapes, physical abilities and many with little AFL- background, they showed how enjoyable the experience is. > ST IVES CONTACT: Nick Evans (02) 8333 8022 January 16th to March 22nd - Tuesday nights Acron Oval, St Ives
> PENRITH CONTACT: Carolyn Watson (02) 9839 6453 Late October to Late December Venue: TBC
4: visit sydneyafl.com.au DAVID LINSEN WINS NAB SYDNEY AFL RISING STAR
moved to the Bankstown Junior Football Club in 2004 where he was awarded'Best on Ground/during their 2005 Under 16 premiership. Linsen won the NAB Rising Star award ahead of a host of other talented Sydney AFL youngsters including St George and Sydney AFL Representative Joel Robbie, UNSW/ES' Jeremy Kiel, East Coast's Tim Kear, St George's James Wilsen, Pennant Hills duo Alex Fraunfelter and Charlie Richardson and Campbelltown's Matthew Morey. The weekly award win ners were nominated by their clubs and awarded accordingly on their performance the previous weekend. Criteria for nomination included: The player must be in his first full season of senior football (less than four senior matches in the Sydney AFL or elsewhere prior to 2006) - The player must be under 21 years of age - The player must have played a minimum of four senior matches in 2006 - Players could be nominated more than once throughout a season, but could only win the weekly award once. The final end of year award was decided by Sydney AFL coaches who voted on the weekly nab nominees.
he 2006 NAB Sydney AFL Rising Star winner is David ROUND BY ROUND NOMINATIONS Linsen from the Western Suburbs AFC. David was T presented the award at the Phelan/Snow Medal awards ROUND 1 - Matthew MOREY - Campbelltown night on Monday by Stephen Durkin, State General Manger ROUND 2 - David CONWAY - Worm Shore NSW, National Australia Bank. Along with the award, David received a cheque for 5500 to assist with the development of ROUND 3 - David LINSEN - Western Suburbs his football career. ROUND 4 - Josh FLANAGAN • Balmain It has been a successful year for this up and coming talent. David had a terrific pro-season campaign and managed to ROUND 5 - Mark IRVING • Campbelltown break into the Magpies senior side for Round 1 to make ft is ROUN D 6 - Alex FRAUNFELTER - Pennant Hills debut as a 16 year old. Not looking back, David played 1S of 16 senior matches for the club and provided the team their third ROUND 7 - Alex GOODALL - Pennant Hills best avenue to goal behind Matthew Withers and Troy Cole, ROUND 8 - Josiah AYIING - Campbelltown kicking 23 goals for the year. As the season progressed, David made the transition ROUND 9-Joel ROBBIE-5r George from being predominantly a half forward/forward pocket toa ROUN D10 - Sam DOWLING - Wollongong valuable ball winner in the mid-field. Consistent performances ROUND 11 - Nick CAMPBELL - Pennon! Hills turned into sta nd-out performances as the year went on, which contributed to the Magpies top two ranking in 2006. ROUND 12 - Mark MAHER - Campbelltown Strong chasing and tackling were trade-marks of David's ROUND 13 - Jeremy KIEL • UNSW/ES play. He displayed an appetite for a contest, strong leading and an ability to take a contested mark. Additionally, he was ROUND 14-Tim KEAR-fofCbasf proficient in front of goal, scoring either on the run or from ROUND 15 - Charlie RICHARDSON • Pennant Hills a set shot. Other highlights this season included selection in the Sydney AFL Development Team which played the Sydney ROUND 16-Tim LAMBERT- Western Suburbs Swans Reserves in the representative match curtain-raiser and ROUND 17 - James WILSEN • St George notably, he was signed by Port Power as an AFL Scholarship ROUND 18 -James FORD-EastCoast listed player. Originally from Liverpool Junior AFC Linsen
SYDNEY AFL RECORD : S PREMIER DIVISION SENIORS TEAM LISTS
EAST COAST PENNANT HILLS EAGLES DEMONS
COACH:Rohan GRAHAM COACH: Michael COUSEHS
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unfolds. Kristian Pearson at full-back (Eagles) on Laine Spencer, and Lloyd Shepherd (Demons) on Seebeck will also be key match-ups. EAST COAST V PENNANT HILLS If the Eagles get up, it will be theirfirst premiership since stepping up to Premier Division in 1993. Pennant Hills entered EAGLES DEMONS Premier Division in 1977 and have tasted premiership glory before, taking the flag in 2000. Henson Park, Saturday 9 September Will it be the Eagles flying high, capping off an undefeated Premier Division Seniors - 3.30pm season with premiership glory? Or will the grand old flag head he Hills derby has the potential to be a classic premiership to Pennant Hills, with the Demons upsetting a previously game. Both teams have strong attacking power and can undefeated side in the game that matters most? Whatever the Tpla y positive football. result, football should be the winner and a worthy champion crowned at the end of a memorable year of football in Sydney.
RESERVES GRAND FINAL
The depth of the Eagles and Demons is not only reflected in the senior grand final, but also the reserves. Pennant Hills qualified first, holding the Eagles goal-less after half time in the second semifinal. However the Eagles came back in the preliminary final with a strong win over North Shore, making this the only grandfinal i n which both teams from the second semi final meet again.
U18 PREMIER CUP GRAND FINAL
This is the second match of the day and the Demons will be hoping to kick off a premiership hat-trick. The Bombers will be out to spoil those ambitions. Both these sides qualified for the grand final with wins over Wollongong. Pennant Hills'defence East Coast has been ti ndefeated so far this season. Thei r was magnificent in the second semi final, with the Lions professional attitude and fitness has raised the standard of scoreless after half-time. In the preliminary final, North Shore Sydney football, and set a challenge for other clubs to aspire kicked away with the wind in the second quarter, ensuring a to. Bouncing back from a disappointing 2005 but keeping their black and red presence on grand final day. squad intact, the Eagles have shown a determination through the season to take out the ultimate prize. Spearheaded by U18 CHALLENGE CUP GRAND FINAL Phelan Medal runner-up Jason Coulloupas, the midfield has consistently dominated, while Gus Seebeck at full-forward was Both these sides qualified for the grand final with wins over leading goalkicker. minor premiers Pennant Hills. Balmain got off to a flyer in the Joining the Eagles on grand final day is Pennant Hills. second semi final and the Devils were never a ble to get back The Demons looked low on form leading into the finals, but into the contest. Wests repeated the dose i n the preliminary have bounced back brilliantly to play their best football when final last week. With both sides being strong out of the blocks, it matters most. Last week they played their best game for a good start will be critical. This match also has historical the season in a big win over Wests. Confidence is high at significance; it will be the last time a Balmain side wears the Demonland, believing they can take the next step. traditional Tigers jumper. There will be fascinating matchups around the ground. First use of the football will be crucial, and the battle between Joel Keating and Alex Fraunfelter will influence how the game
SYDNEY AFL RECORD: 7 PREMIER DIVISION RESERVES TEAM LISTS
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COACH: Chris YARD/Daniel KENNY COACH: Luke FJLTON-TYNDALL
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So _ Greg H AlT 31_ LJared MADDEN _ 31 Scott MYERS 32" ' Liam MADDEN " 32_ James FULTON 33 Peter BLUES 37 Paul RANDAZZO 34 Craig MAG NUSON 39^PaTTl GOOLEY * 37 Darren CHAPMAN 40 James FITZPATRICK 38"" '"Ben SHIET = = ;42_Ben AKMENS. 50 LukeTURNER 43 ChTis MOORE 51 Leigh MORTIMER _ 46„JaredPATIRA 52 Brendan RANKINE 47 Tim COAKLEY S3^ '48"Paul HULTHEN" 49 DeanEAGELTON ST Ian WHEATLEY 51 Adam TOVELL 58 Brandt JACK 52^er"ran«UESCH?« 61 "Matthew GRAY1 53 Ash LOXTON 58 ""Tim KEAR 59~ba^IdGRIFHTH 60 Stephen O'CONNOR == Rushed Rushed
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8: visit sytfneyor7.com.au U18 PREMIER CUP TEAM LISTS
PENNANT HILLS DEMONS
COACH: Gregory BARNES/Harry ELLISON COACH: Ben CARLYON
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SYDNEY AFL RECORD: 9 U18 CHALLENGE CUP TEAM LISTS
COACH: Peter ADAMS COACH: Lee URQLTHART
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J7 n. Jonathan HALL-SPENCE" 9 _Hoa NGUYEN. IB BenSMJTH 10 Ki CURRIE 9 ~ Rob LAY" fl!TP^jENFQLD' 10 Tom LINDSAY 12 David KERR h-CameronPALdgFIF fj ~ChTis GONCALVES" 12 Jack WRIGHT 14 PauiCHACHATY h3~Ale7DACR£~ |JTI NithSiT SCARFO ~ 14 * Boyd ARNDELL" 16 Reece LONNON P5_Asheiy.SYMONS. 17 Ashley PRESTON 16 Ryan DUN LOP 18 Joshua MclNERHENEY jl 7 ™ HamTd MANGAL- ^1.9 ~ Lynn ROEHRIG " 18""Max FRIEND* 20 Chris WOOD it9l>"cob' FLEMING* 21 ^Russell WATTS" 20 Daniel BRIAN 22 LulceWLLIAMs" Yaraman THORN E 23 Pat GANNON 22 Adam WHITE 24 Matthew LONNON S3* Laurence SARGEANT 25 Joshua HOLT 24 Mick GOODWIN c
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LAST TIME THEY MET - ROUND 7,2006 SEASON BALMAIN 9.10 (64) d WESTERN SUBURBJRBS8.9(57)@WAGENEROVAS L |
10: visitsydneyafl.com.au RESPECT THE GAME. .RESPECT THE UMPIRE A REVIEW OF OUR PRIORITIES
future. The western suburbs have not been left behind by Sydney University's promotion to the Premier Division. With strong support and development of the"base"in western Sydney, it is hoped that a Premier Division presence will be possible by 2010-2012. he Sydney AFL has a number of strategic plans to improve the game at the senior level and develop the current 4Xlub Incentive Scheme T competition. Club pyramid model has been established and through Those key priorities were identified in the Strategic the assistance of an effective club development program the Framework for the Development of the Sydney AFL interaction of the various levels of the game (senior - junior Competition 2004-2006 and are stil I pertinent today as AFL - schools and community) through a nexus of "regional based (NSW/ACT) continues to meet the challenges head on. servicing" resulting in a greater level of participation and The Sydney AFL's core objectives will be to fully utilise support. its cl u bs and strongest assets to g row the game and create competitive a nd q uality com petitions. 5. AFL Clubs/SAFL Clubs working relationships Creating a pathway from junior football to senior football The AFL Scholarship program has reinvigorated AFL clubs is a key strategy in establishing quality competitions. Game interest in the local Sydney market and assisted in senior SAFL development at the primary and secondary level will remain clubs forming direct ties with some of the more proactive AFL the focus of AFL (NSW/ACT) until significant inroads and clubs. Benefits of such arrangements have been primarily growth is achieved. This, in time, will establish a healthy base administrative support and expertise, while also providing and feeder system for the Sydney AFL. opportunities for personal development of playing and coaching talent. No doubt th is hel ps lift the professionalism of J.Improve the administration standards and financial the competition, attracts quality people to Sydney and gives viability of all dubs our talented players increased exposure in their efforts to step We recognise the need to commit additional support into the national competition. to the development of Sydney AFL clubs. Club development initiatives assist clubs become stronger in their off-field 6. Fixtures and venues management and assist in attracting more players, volunteers, Over the past four years dedicated resources have been sponsors, members and local government support. 2006 in place to work with clubs, local councils and various State required significant focus in the management of the and sporting bodies to secure more facilities and facilities competition. There is a recognition that this area has been of higher quality. Withers Road, Blacktown, Picken Oval, the under-resourced and a commitment has been made to provide Showgrounds are all venues that in the next couple of years an additional full time resource as well as comprehensive will come on line as a result of this work. The AFL television program for club development in 2007. rights deal will also see the AFL inject more funds into the NSW market, some of which will be used for venues and will greatly ZMpwve the quality and quantity of umpires in all assist in creati ng more opportu nities so that Sydney will be grades able to cater for the growing dema nd. In 2006 a full-time resource in Graham Glassford was employed for the first time to manage and promote umpiring 7. Commercial opportunities in NSW and develop effective programs to devel op h igh Is sti II an area of concern with sensitive issues arou n d quality umpires in greater quantities through effective protected national sponsors and potential opportunities that junior development programs. Graham will be assisted by add value to our branding. The AFL supportsall levels game the provision of a second full time resource in the form of an development i n NSW a nd the ACT with money created by such Umpire Development Officer. important national partners.
^Competition Configuration 8.5ydney Swans return to the SAFL competition Promotion/Relegation was explored at length in 2006 and At this stage is not an immediate prospect. Improving it was assessed that whil e such a system has merit it is not the facilities and playing standards will assist the facilitation of correct fit for this market at this time. That may change in the their return. 12: visitsydneyafi.cam.au NEWS RELEASE
he Sydney AFL is pleased to announce the promotion of Second Division games at Alan Davidson Oval. The Newtown the Sydney University Australian National Football Club Junior club are very supportive of the link. T (SUANFC) into the Premier Division for the 2007 fixture, Strategic Partner - SUANFC provides the Sydney AFL entering senior and reserve grade teams. and the AFL NSW/ACT access to a potential fan base of over 50 Discussions commenced 12 months ago and have 000 Sydney undergraduate students and thousands more post• culminated recently with the decision to elevate SUANFC after graduate students and alumni with great reach into regional detailed consideration of the club's application and also after NSW also. It has committed to assisting the AFL gain access to undergoing an overall evaluation of the current competition independent schools market with its strong ties to that sector model. and has a strong and reputed brand associated with it. The Sydney AFL has made the decision on promoting Regional direction of Sydney Football - The strategic SUANFC in view of the following key considerations: review on Sydney Football completed 4years ago indicated Strong Administration - SUANFC have positioned that the inclusion of a team into Premier Division from the themselves to have a strong vol unteer support base that is western region of Sydney was a desired objective. That strategy likely to be enhanced through elevation to Premier Division. has not changed albeit that the potential timing of such an The dub has demonstrated it's capability through being named inclusion is still likely to be some years away. That objective First Division Club of the Yea r for the last two years. has not been abandoned rather the timing perspective may Financial position - SUANFC are fortunate that they are take some time to come to fruition. in a strongfinancial positio n even relative to current Premier Impact on First Division - It is recognised that a Division club levels and are not substantially affected hy the SUANFC promotion may possihlely leave a gap in the Fi rat changes to the student union allocation (VSU). Division competition. It is not the expectation that the SUANFC Junior Programs - There is a view that Premier Division footprint will be lost to First Division as every effort will be clubs should all have a team in the Uner 18 age group. Whilst made to replace the existing teams with additional numbers that has been a target in the past, the reality is that we already that the club has through its lower Division teams plus it is have some existi ng cl u bs with multiple teams, and some anticipated that not all existing First Division player will wish without, and that is a situation that is likely to continue in the to be elevated. Again through elevation it is expected that the future. The core objective of the AFL, for senior clubs and in Club will have an enhanced status and draw from within the particular Premier Division clubs to fulfil game development University base of population. responsibilities has not changed. In addition we are seeking to bolster First Division in SUANFC provides strong access to a broad University the short term with the read mission of Nor West Jets back community, strong ties with independent schools and good into the First Division competition in 2007, plus the addition relationships with local junior clubs eg. Newtown Swans. This of potentially another new club and SUANFC still providing may provide a vehicle for a future under 18 seniors and reserves in this competition in 2007 or 2008. All senior clubs are encouraged to 'service'the number of Number of senior teams in Region - Concern is junior clubs in their region as part of the club pyramid model. raised regarding the capacity of the region to support another Sydney University venue - The existing SU No. 1 Oval Premier Division Club, from a sponsorship and player talent is consistent in size to the Village Green oval. Whilst we are perspective. seeking to moving away from using smaller ovals the facility SUANFC do not have a philosophy of providing player at Sydney University is of a high standa rd and m eets the payments so the expectation that the club will draw existing current standards that have been set. Henson Park is likely to players from other Premier Division clubs whilst not completely host a number of SUANFC matches in 2007 also. Thefurther nullified should be minimised. The club already has a strong development of an on- campus facility, St Paul's Oval (which sponsorship base and its capacity to draw from within the has the potential to be developed to cater for Premier Division University and the substantial past player network as a result of req uirements) provides the club with a number of options. the elevation to Premier Division is enhanced. SUANFC will be It is quite clear to that a promotion to Premier Division offeri n g sporting/academ ic scholarsh ips as they do now. will significantly increase SUANFC's leverage as a club to access It has been identified that the inner city requires another on-campus facilities. First Division club presence to cater for the growing numbers Commitment & plan for establishing Senior of inner city players who currently have no access locally to - Junior Football development linkages - The University has competitive football (First Division) and has seen the expansion already initiated the commitment through it's support and of the Second Division (with now 7 Second Division inner participation in theClub Reward initiative, by being one of nine city teams). The channelling of these numbers into the First clubs providing resources to work with local schools and junior Division will assist in strengthening that competition. SUANFC clubs with development support and other activities. The club has committed to potentially filling that void. has already committed to playing a number of First Division / SYDNEY AFL RECORD : 13 SCHOOL PROGRAM:
> Educate teaches on thegameofAFL > Develop a network of teachers throughout NSW who are interested in the promotion of Australian Rules Football in their schools and regions. > To provide resources to improve the social, academic, physical and emotional outcomes for all students. > To provide mole role models. > Provide a range of resources allowing teachers to effectively promote the game within their schools. > Provide a range of functions and activities to thank those who hove been actively involved in the development of the AFL code. > To ensure the Australian Rules Football is seen by all as a highly he AFL (NSW/AG) Ambassador program was launched desirable sport. on July 11 prior to the Sydney Swans v Richmond match > Create an enjoyable "teacher's community' T at the SCG. Over fifty seconda ry school teachers and their guests attended the function and watched the Swans defeat the Tigers in great conditions at the SCG. in conjunction with Independent Schools Spring Competition this, we have educated 204 prima ry teachers and 94 secondary teachers at Level 0 and 1 courses in 2006. In its third season the Independent Schools Spring Competition is currently running over the months of August and September. Vision This competition provides boys from Independent Schools of Sydney the opportunity to experience Australian Football The vision for the Ambassador Program is to create a proactive, (many for thefirst time). sustainable and mutually beneficial partnership between Matches are played on Friday night on some of the best teachers from New South Wales schools and the AFL (NSW/ grounds in Sydney including the Sydney Showgrounds, Henson ACT). It is hoped this relationship will ensure Australian Rules Park and Alan Davidson Oval. Football becomes a medium by which all girls and boys are Our thanks to the following schools who are participating engaged in safe and well organised physical activity focusing this season: The Kings School, Newington College, StAloysius on health, well-being, nutrition, teamwork, enjoyment, College, Scots College, ShoreSchool, St Andrews Cathedral School, social development, confidence, self-esteem and academic St Ignatius'College, St Joseph's College, Sydney Grammar School, achievement. The objectives of the of the School Ambassador Trinity Grammar School. program are as follows:
20OS 2006 PROGRAM/COMPETITION DESCRIPTION PARTICIPATION PARTICIPATION NUMBERS NUMBERS An introductory program aimed at teaching NAB AFL AUSKICK-SCHOOL 14,530 15,992 fundamental motor skills and basic AFL skills AFL competitions between different schools, with PRMIARY • INTER SCHOOL AFL 2,300 3,930 modified rules for a minimum of 6 weeks AFL competitions within a school, with PRIMARY • INTRA SCHOOL AFL 0 6,480 modified rules for a minimum of 6 weeks AFL competitions between different schools SECONDARY - INTER SCHOOL AFL 875 1,050 for a minimum of 6 weeks AFL competitions within a school SECONDARY - INTRA SCHOOL AFL 0 1,155 for a minimum of 6 weeks TOTAL 17,705 28,607
14: visit sydneyafl.com.au COACHING FOR A BETTER WORLD
j. Nurturing Talent - A Pathway to Glory by Darren Denneman, Talent Program Manager AFL NSW/AG, Lawrie Woodman AFL National Coaching Development Manager and AIS/AFL High Performance Manager. 4. Game Seme Training by Jason Berry, University of Western Australia Lecturer in Skill Learning and Performance in Sport.
5. Skills TeachingbyPaulRoosandtheSydneySwansCoaching Panel.
L'R: ALAN MCCONNELL, DENNIS CARROLL, LAWRIEWOODMAN 6. Club Culture by Nick HatioglouAFL MulticulturalProject FL (NSW/ACT) is continuing to expand its Coach Coordinator and Ray McLean Director Ray McLean. Education Program. Alan McConnell and Lawrie Woodman both lectured at the third workshop of the 7. Program [valuation by Lawrie Woodman and Derek UnselL Pilot Coach Mentoring Program - Nurturing Talent. CCO AFL Foundation.
Pilot Program Pilot Outcome
Good coaches are fundamental to the health of the club > Mentor Coaches elevated to Level 2 Coach status. and game, however many junior coaches have insufficient > Coaching network will be updated on the latest coaching experience and lack the opportunity to develop skills to methods. improve coaching stocks. > NSW/ACT players educated about theirrights and responsibilities surrounding their conduct on and off the field. Strategy > A better game all round.
To identify a Mentoring Coach at every junior club (67) in LEVEL 3 (HIGH PERFORMANCE! Greater Sydney and invite them to participate in six workshops designed to help them become quality leaders of their CI ub COACHING COURSE Coaching program. The AFL Level 3 (High Performance) Coaching Course is What does a mentor do? conducted annually by invitation for a maximum of 20 candidates. The course is administered by the AFL National A mentor develops the knowledge, skill a nd confidence of Coaching Development Manager in consultation with State coaches at their club. The Coaching Mentor is an important Directors of Coaching a nd will be held at the Australian resource and can share their own knowledge or direct coaches Institute of Sport on October 2 -7,2006. to other relevant sources of information. Challenging and Candidates selected are generally coaches aspiring to the questioning current practices and assessment of performance elite or representative level of coaching. This ind udes coaches is also part of the mentor's role. of State Leagues, TAC Cup, State Under 17 and Under 19 teams and representative teams. Workshops: With Level 2 accreditation now compulsory in State Leagues and Talent Programs around Australia, the demand for 1. Managerial-An Exercise in Co-Operatian and Achievemententr byy int o Level 3 is high. Steven Ball, Moonee Valley U12 Coach and Leadership consultantAFL (NSW/ACT) Regional Managers Simon Wilson and for Human Synergistics International. Jason McPherson, along with Daniel Stevens (Talent Program), have been selected take part in the course this year. 2. Psychology of Adolescence in Sport by Brain Douge, HawthornA Level 1 Coaching Course will beheldatWollongong Premiership Player 1976, fotmer Captain/Coach SubiacoK University Sunday 24th Sept, 2006. This will be the last course and currently Football Services Manager AFLQ. Brian holds afo r the year. If interested, please contact AFL (NSW/ACT) Doctorate of Coach Education. Training Manager Craig Davis on 0418165 982 or craig.davis® aflnswaacom.au SYDNEY AFL RECORD: 15 SYDNEY AFL AWARD WINNERS
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Bats continued to Iift their rating and ran out the remainder of the match the stronger team. UTS hoisted the premiership trophy for the first time in their club's short history and Matt Mackay's brilliant midfield performance earned him the match ballfor'Best on Ground'. This victory, along with their win in reserve grade, was well deserved and just desserts for the club who had been steadily n Grand Final day, history fails to remember the win/loss building towards this achievement for a number of years. records of those competing; forgets the season defining Oefforts that lead both teams to the premiership match FIRST DIVISION RESERVES GRAND FINAL and in the end will only truly remember the winner. The great rivalry between Sydney University and UTS was The Reserve Grade Grand Final was a terrific contest for reignited at Kelso Oval last weekend. Sydney University went two and a half quarters, with both teams playing with plenty into the match undefeated for the year, an amazing feat given of gusto in hot conditions. the quality of UTS and Manly Warringah during the homeand Unlike two weeks ago, Sydney University came fufl of away season. As defending premiers, they had already proven running, and sought to apply plenty of pressure to the Bats. that they had the knowledge about what it takes to win in Despite being slightly ahead in terms of genera I play, UTS took the big games. UTS had some lingering question marks going a three point lead into half time. The third quarter saw the into the match. While they were a stand-out performer for the Bats superior work-rate prevail and the lead extended to nine second successive year, they had not beaten Sydney University points, indicating a potentially exciting final term. However since mid 2005 and had lost all the big matches between the that didn't eventuate, with the Bats accounting for the best the cl ubs, including last year's Grand final and th is year's Second Students had to offer, and running away with fourfinal term Semi Final. goals. The Students got off to the start they needed with two Sean McG rath and Ada m Clark were outstanding for early goals, one on the run to captain Luke Higgins. Against Sydney University, while Greg Ginn's three goals and the the ea rly flow of play, the Bats steadied the sh ip and took a performances of Chris Dean and Travis Paech were notable for slender three point lead into quarter time. The second and third the Bats. The Bats'John Sharpe was also recognised as the best quarters saw the Bats take the front-running position, applying player in the Grand Final. immense pressure to the Students. The backlin es of both cl ubs performed wel I, with play rebounding time and time again between each side's halfback SECOND DIVISION GRAND FINAL lines. UTS looked more decisive driving forward as evidenced on the scoreboard with more scoring shots. In contrast, The Nor West Jets were able to complete their undefeated Sydney Uni's normally dominant attacking options in Archer, year victorious in the one that counted the most, taking their Dwyerand Mdachian were provided uncharacteristically poor second successive Second Division premiership. delivery. However the UNSW/ES Bulldogs were quite a handful and Momentum appeared to change late in the third term as in a spirited display stretched the Jets across the park. A close the Students kicked a late goal to reduce the deficit to 9 points; first quarter made way for afiring Jets to shoot out to a 17 the Bats iegs beginning to look a little shaky. Until that point in point half time lead. the game, the Bats had been able to contain the Camperdown The Bulldogs did not drop their heads though, and closed boys' reientl ess physical pressure, but it was stil I unclear if they the lead in the third quarter to 11 points. could maintain the superb effort. A desperate final quarter followed, with the Jets able to A relatively soft goal to the Bats in the opening minutes outscore their opponents kicking two goals to one. Richard of the final stanza again saw the match swing strongly in their Fleming, Will Campbell and Aaron Bantoft were significant favour. The pressure continued to mount as the Bats peppered contributors for the Bulldogs, while Nor West were notably lead their goal line, scoring a number of points to leave their by'Beston Ground'player AndrewTravers, Ben Ness, Nathan opponents with a remote sniff. However Sydney University's Holland and Luke Ayling, who kicked 5 goals. desperate thrusts forward were repelled time and again by the The Jets will use the success of this yea r both on the field UTS defense, where full-back Hugh Nailon and playing Coach and off, as impetus to be re-admitted to the First Division in Roger Moten were impenetrable. As the quarter wore on, the 2007. SYDNEY AFL RECORD: 17 CLUB CORNER
Waters. All supporters of the East Coast Eagles Football Club are reminded to keep an eye on the website for bookings for the Club Champion Night to be held at Castle Hill RSL on Friday 13th October. The East Coast Eagles would like to wish ail teams and urnpires the very best for the 2006 Sydney AFL Grand FinaI Series. Match Day Sponsor - Base Course Management.
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Parramatta are happy to announce that Troy Balzan will continue as senior coach for season 2007. Troy's commitment and coaching style has played a major role in the fantastic atmosphere in the club for 2006. We look forward to the great spirit around the club continuing on in to next season. The Goanna'swill be running out on to an outstanding playing surface in 2007 thanks to the Holroyd City Council. With work being carried out throughout the 2006 season and more work to be completed in the off-season, Holroyd City Council You are invited to attend the 2006 Presentation and Medal have showed their commitment to AFL in the local area. The Count Celebration @ Drummoyne Sports Club. Friday 15th Holroyd- Parramarta Blacktown AFC are seeking players and September 2006.6.30for 7pm. $65 per head includes dinner committee officials for the 2007 Season. The Goa n na's a re a & entertainment. Drinks available at club prices. Featuring club with an atmosphere that is both friendly and welcoming Merrick Watts from Nova 96.9. Limited tickets available so be to players of all abilities and skill levels. Our Ground is located early! Book your group or seat today! RSVP: to David on 0421 atGipps Rd, Greystanes. If you are interested please contact 551 337 by Thursday 7th September 2006 or email to Club President John Perry (email: [email protected] [email protected]. The BAFCAGM Ph: 0410 601 866).The Goanna's presentation night for 2006 will be held on Sat 28th October 2006 at 1 Oam at Drummoyne season will be held at Merrylands RSL on Saturday 7th October, Sports Club. Agenda includes annual reports and election 2006. For more information or ticket purchases contact Club of office bearers for 2006/2007 our first under the Balmain President John Perry (email: [email protected] Phone Dockers brand. Nominations for all committee positions 0410601 866. including President are now open. If interested email office® balmainfootballclub.com with a request for a nomination form. NORTH SHORE BOMBERS
EASTCOASf. EAST COAST EAGLES North Shore invites all players, parents and supporters to join us back at Gore Hill after our U18's grand final clash. Food and Congratulations to all involved in the Club for being named drinks will be available and lets hope we will have something Club of the Yea r for Premier Division and to Jason Coulloupas big to celebrate! Congratulations to Brydon Coles, one of the for being runner up in the Phelan Medal and congratulations to North Shore Wildcats stars, on taking out the Kealey medal UNSW/Eastern Suburbs Troy Luff for winning the Phelan Medal. for Best & Fairest player in the U18 Premier Cup. Well done In 2006 the East Coast Eagles has been supported by Premium Brydon!! Also, don't forget the 2006 Presentation evening to be Sponsors PMA Solutions, Taxi Clothing, Loscam and Base held at North Sydney Leagues Club, Celebrity Room on Friday Cou rse Management. The East Coast Eag les would I ike to 3rd November 7.00pm - $60.00 per head (includes 3 course thank the following player Sponsors for Season 2006: Horizon meal) The vote count will be for Sen iors,Reserves,U 18 Bombers Sports, Homebush Bay Brewery, Novotel Sydney Olympic and U18 Wildcats and special guest speaker will be Barry Breen, Park, David Polkinghorne, Base Course Management, Taxi 1966 VFL Grand Final Hero and former Bomber Premiership Clothing, KPMS, Loscam, Digital Sports, EMJAY Packaging, Coach RSVP [email protected] or Jeff Mel rose 0418 PMA Solutions, Suncorp/JG, Profiler and Sales, Cheque Mates, 252 656.2007 pre season training will commence at North CIB, Goodrem Ma nagement, Crystal Watters, Cel la rbrations, Narrabeen Reserve on Sunday 19th November under Senior Foss Australasia, IBIS Hotels, The Beauty Shack and Crystal Coach Michael Hosking and the club welcomes any new players
18: visit 5ydneyafl.cwr1.au mwm from Under 18through to Seniors. Watch www.northshorefc. com.au for further details. The Bombers would like to thank SYDNEY UNI the following 2006 Sponsors: North Sydney Leagues Club, Essendon Football Club, Snowy Hydro, The North Sydney Hotel, SUANFC provides playing opportunities to students and non Crestway Constructions, Data Base Solutions, Design Ziino, MDF students at ail levels by fielding four senior teams which Group, MMB Print, OAMPSand Puma. Good Luck U18 Bombers. are based out of the su per conven ient (5 mins from CBD) and picturesque city campus of Sydney University, just off PENNANT HILLS DEMONS Broadway and City Rd. The club prides itself on its fun and collegiate environment, where lifelong freindships and Pennant Hills Seniors, Reserves and Under 18 Demons look personal and professional networks are made. For the elite forward to their Grand Final games this weekend. The Pennant player SUANFC's parent body SU Sport offers a limited number Hills Under 18 Devils missed out after the preliminary final of sports scholarships to players who intend to study at loss against Western Suburbs last weekend. It will be a big Sydney University. Benefits of the scholarship scheme include weekend for the club having the three teams in Grand Finals financial assistance for education or sporting expenses, a nd we wish everyone luck in their efforts to conclude the academic and career counselling, personal mentoring, access season with wins in all grades. Hayden Benger was named to swim/gym facilities, nutrition assessments and sports Best Player in the Reserves competition at the Medal count medicine, physiotherapy, chiropractic, massage, podiatry and on Monday night along with his goalkicking award. Alistair acupu n cture services at a reduced rate. If you wou Id like more Richardson was awarded the Howarth Trophy for the best information on SUANFC see our website at www.suanfc.com or representative player for NSW AFL in 2006. Daniel Jacob won contact us on ..040.5 751043. the Under 18 Goalkicking award and Ranga Ediriwickramawas runner up in the Under 18 vote count. Congratulations to Troy WESTERN SUBURBS MAGPIES Luff in winning the 2006 Phelan Medal. Pennant Hills Demons has announced sponsorship arrangements with the Pennant Players Wanted! Hey Kids, Play AFL for the best Junior Club in Hills Bowling Club and OptionOne Financial Partners. The Sydney. Enquiries are welcome from boys between the ages of Pennant Hill Bowling Club in Yarrara Road Pennant Hills offers 6 and 16 wanting to experience the thrill of playing Australia's Demon members the advantage of a modern club facility in National Game in 2007. Get Mum or Dad to phone the Club the local area. The club facility is utilised by the players for a President Nick Miller on 9744 7791 or 0407 228 285 or contact meal and team selection on a Thursday evening and for after th e Auskick Coordinator Gavin Abfalter on 9591 3050 or 0411 game functions following all home games. Demon members 108 880. Excel lent coaches plus the opportunity to play at the can book thei r functio ns at the cl ub - contact Stewa rt Cosgrove SCG and Telstra Stadium during SWANS games. and mention you are a Demons supporter. OptionOne Financial Partners can arrange finance simply and easily for Demon WOLLONGONG LIONS Members. They act on behalf of members to find the most appropriate lender and optimal terms to suit their specific Upcoming Events: AFL Grand Final - 12pm, Saturday September needs. Contact Mark Hossen at OptionOne on 1300 8815 30@1llawarra Master Builders CluhWAFC Presentation Night 11 or www.optionone.com.au. In conjunction with Wagga - 6.30pm. Friday October 13 @ lllawarra Master Builders Club. Wagga Winery Demon members can purchase quality wines at Tickets available @ $40 from Steve Rowland on 0419963 913. generous discounted rates - speak to any player or committee The Wollongong Australian Football Club is proud to announce to obtain your order form and toast the Demons. This an exciting new initiative between the Lions and the University sponsorship arrangement offers supporters the opportunity ofWollongong. The Wollongong Australian Football Club to purchase their wine requirements at a special rate with free Scholarships will be offered for the first time in 2007, and are delivery to their home or office. The Demons Vote count night designed to encourage talented young players to pursue their will be held on Thursday 14th September 2006 at the Pennant passion for AFL with the Lions while studying at the University Hills Bowling Club from 7.00pm. The vote count will be for ofWollongong. Seniors, Reserves Underl8 Demons, Under 18 Devils and Thirds. The Club Presentation Night will be held on Saturday October 14th at Harold Park Function Centre - full details at a later date. Go Demons!
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CAMPBELLTOWN 12 .5. ,7. ,2, .0 663 ,761. , 87.12 41.67 J PEHRITH to 3 7 0 3 1 488 763 63.96 30 MANLV-WARRIHGAH 11 2 9 0 2 1 455 808 56.31 18.18 visit sydneyafl.com.au ST GEORGE 11 2 9 0 3 0 336 1020 32.94 18.18 3 EPREMIE3 R SENIORS PREMIER RESERVES T Ul aS PREMIE3 R CUP 6? •H^Bew&mKtilWS}— *w •D,~elJaTob-f».vr/«Js.l 33 Matthew Withers (WESTERNSUBURBS) 56 Mark Petersen (EAST COAST; 23 Christopher Macdougal (STGEORGE) 29 ' PeterBiramdre fST5g6fefJ SS 'Terrance ielichteTpfa COAST)'' "23 Brad Abbott (UNSW/ES) Stephen Ball (UNSW/ES) 19 Andrew Marsh 20: visit sydneyofl.com.au SYDNEY AFL PREMIERSHIP STATS [t^D^'ErfS*AFTERT7jHd"lvlE"a^WAY'R0UN0S FIRST DIVISION SENIORS P w L 9 FF F A % M/R STREAK TEAM D - "SYDNEY UNI" 'Is JS J6" 'lSll 546 """iiW™ ""TO"™~"WIS~ " ' urs IS B 2 0 1 0 1920 623 308.19 86.67 W5 MAKLY-WA30WGA1I 15 to 5 0 1 0 16% m Wl SOUTHERN SHARKS _JL_ 6 n i fl mt m !SS T 11 14 4 10 0 1 0 576 1739 33.12 2857 14 PENOT 15 3 12 0 1 0 772 1673 46.14 20 Wl MACOUMEUHI 15 3 12 0 1 0 721 1636 44.07 20 13 SOUTH-iVEST SYDNEY 14 '2 12 0 1 0 802 1561 51.38 1429 111 FIRST DIVISION RESERVES SYDNEY AFL UMPIRE NUMBER: TEAM P w L D B FF F A % M/R "SYDNEY UNI 13 12 I1 0 1 0 1597' Wl 407.16 9231 Anton Lents 1 TlmPow 23 UTS 13 11 2 0 1 0 1689 376 449.20 84.62 Matthew Gestier 2 Damian Hill 25 SOUTHERN SHARKS 13 11 2 0 1 0 128S 535 240.19 84.62 Danny Delgan 3 Jeremy Boland 26 L MAIftY-WARMHGAH 13., JL JL JUL Scan Richardson < GlenCatlaghan 27 hWQUARIEIMI 13 6 7 0 1 0 1039 872" 119.15 46.15 PENRITH 13 4 9 0 1 0 780 1162 67.13 30.77 Graham Glassford Carl Fletcher 28 STH-WEST SYDNEY 13 1 12 0 1 1 208 1897 10.96 7.69 David Jacobs 6 Stephen Collins 29 HOLROYD-P'MATTA 13 0 13 0 1 6 69 1876 3.68 0 Frank Kolayikh 7 Robert Murdoch 3D Michael Peck a Tom McDonald 31 ECOND DIVISION SENIORS Troy Pannell 9 Brenton Hlssey 32 Andrew Cohen 10 Peter Beckwlth 33 TEAM p w L D B FF F A % M/R NOR-WtSIJtiS 11 11 "o"" o""t " 0 1331 "240 S54.5S •100" Gavin Bertram 11 Justin Fox 35 Mdogs-imSW/ES 11 9 2 0 1 0 1083 476 227.52 81.82 Peter Humphries 12 Mark Oavles 36 UTS BLACK 17 9 3 0 0 0 102! 610 167.38 75 Daniel Coghian 14 David Lenlor 37 SYDNEY UNI ELUE 11 8 3 1, 1 0 1224 ,353 346.74 72.73 _ Craig Rogers IS Andrew Rutherford 3B 63.64 PtNNANl HILLS 11 7 4 0 1 0 840 603 139.30 David Connelly 16 PetrosMarkou 39 BALM/UN It 7 5 0 0 0 724 801 90J9 58.33 Joel Elliott 17 Andy Smyth 40 5KIAK CROWS 12 6 5 0 1 0 1DJ4 692 152-31 S4J5 Steven Wallbank IB Michael Helnrkhs 41 Wtales-UNSWES 11 6 5 1 1 0 743 718 103.4! 54J5 SYDNEY UN! RE0 11 3 8 0 1 0 450 892 50.45 27.27 Steve Smoothy 19 Brian Sullivan 42 UTS GREEN 11 2 9 0 2 0 510 E6I 59.23 13.18 Simon Dutton 20 Peter Hoffman 43 MAN1Y-WARRWGAH 11 2 9 0 1 0 399 1217 32.79 18.18 Nathan lessels 21 Tony McGilvray 44 SOUTHERN SHARKS •12 2 10 0 1 0 466 1421 32.79 16.67 Paul Barron 22 MACOUARiEUNI 11 1 10 0 1 2 294 1255 23 4} 9.09 IGOALKICKERS1 FIRST DIVISION SENIORS FIRST DIVISION RESERVES SECOND DIVISION SENIORS T Jarct Hogarth WWAymmm ' 60 Gerard MricheB fSy&WfVUW n(SB NatMn Peters NO*, = "sT Andrew Davis (WSJ 51 Travis Patch HITS) 36 Luke Ayling (WW-kVISTJcTS) 42 'NicholaTGiibert/ilirsi" "Jason McLennan fSWNEYWIf ""31' ' Charles Stewart ISYDNErOWSWQ '25 Matthew Rawle {MANIY'WARRINGAH) 41 Paul Mewhlner ISWNCYUNI) 2S Daniel Tlmson (SYONSrUNiBUIQ 22 •danlel ArcherfeRyfrnVrA'.' ""» Julian Holsman Wj>tcMl W" 23 Ben Mostafa (Buiii&wisfflS)' 21 Gregory Walker (UTS) 36 Andrew Dransfield (MANlr-WAmjNG*H}22 Gerard Smits 0YCW-WE5TJETS) 20 Jason PMufSCmKmSHfm) 33 Jason Ware (PENRIJH) 12 'NathanBaird" 19 Christopher McLachianCyDw£ruiVfl 27 Colin SharplnfUTSJ ia Grant Webb fSTOAW IB "Jeremy Owyer fSTOHff WlT Chris MacKlnli^MJWM/JOTj 17 *!?' James Terry (SYDNEY UW Luke Slobin (MmY-WARMNGW 14 John Valente (UTSBL/aQ 17 SYDNEY AFL RECORD: 21 SYDNEY AFL FINALS RESULTS GOALS - Pennant Hills: L Spencer 4; N Campbell 2; S Jones 2; J Keen 2; J Barratt; M Carey; P Carey; R Eddy; A Fraunfelter; R Laing; J Moraitis; N Potter; C Setford Western Suburbs: D Linsen 2; S Harper; S Kassem; J McPherson; M Withers UTS: 2.4 4.6 6.7 9.12(66) BEST - Pennant Hills: C Richardson; J Keen; M Talbot; SYDNEY UNIVERSITY: 2.1 3.2 5.4 6.4 (40) J Moraitis; A Fraunfelter; D Dell"Aquila Western Suburbs: M Hodge; C McGuirk; D Linsen; S Hudson; A Convery; S Kassem GOALS - UTS: N Gilbert 2; M Mackay 2; J Urban 2; A Davis; W Hudson; T Hutchison Sydney Uni: D Archer 2; A Crespi; M Healey; L Higgins; F Punch BEST - UTS: M Mackay; G Antonas; A Kymantas; M Frinsdorf; EAST COAST: 5.2 8.4 10.6 13.10(88) H Nailon;T Mitchell Sydney Uni: MWakelin; R Wood; S Nash; NORTH SHORE: 1.2 4.3 6.8 8.8(56) M Higgins; B Gay; N Costetlo GOALS - East Coast: T Lieschke 4; M Peterson 4; B Ure 2; R Fitton; A Lovett; S Merkel North Shore: D Roberts 7; R Lynch BEST - East Coast: S Merkel; B Shiel; M Peterson; P Bleus; UTS: 2.2 3.5 5.8 9.12(66) R Fitton; D Eggleton North Shore: J Farlee; BTracey; SYDNEY UNIVERSITY: 2.2 3.2 4.5 5.6(36) G Phyland; M Bucheler; R Lynch; D Roberts GOALS - UTS: G Ginn 3;T Paech 3; G Capozzi 2; C Taylor Sydney Uni: G O'Connor 2; S McGrath; G Mitchell; J McLennan NSBOMBERS:2.1 8.1 11.5 15.7(97) BEST - UTS: J Sharpe; C Dean; G Ginn; T Paech; J Colbert; WOLLONGONG: 1.2 1.3 3.3 7.4(46) D Millman Sydney Uni: S McGrath; A Clark; G 0"Connor; A Peck; A Hawkins GOALS • NS Bombers: L Pryor 4; D Fitzgerald 4; M Carney 3; 5 Davies 2; A Marsh; L Brain Wollongong: S Phillips 3; H Bown; S Dowling; B Grissen; L Siely BEST - NS Bombers: D Fitzgerald; P Brackin; M Robinson; NOR-WEST JETS: 1.2 4.6 6.7 8.9(57) J Baker; B Fitzgerald; L Pryor Wollongong: S Phillips; M Rush; UNSW/ES: 1.1 2.1 5.2 6.5(41) M Adamson; L Siely; L Wilson; B Wellington GOALS - Nor-West Jets: L Ayling 5; D Shipley; D Vance; C Wenselowski UNSW/ES: P Ryan 2; S Holt; P Gallo; R Stevens; WSwansen WESTERN SUBURBS: 5.1 9.1 12.6 12.9(81) BEST- Nor-West Jets: A Travers; N Holland; B Ness; PENNANT HILLS: 1.2 2.6 5.6 8.8(56) P Kyle; D Brown; S Chase UNSW/ES: P Boyd; T Watson; R Stevens; W Campbell; A Bantost; R Fleming GOALS - Western Suburbs: T 0"Neill 4; C McGrath 3; M Gould 3; M Lonnon; C Goncalvez Pennant Hills: J Niemand 3; J Schwarze 2; J Mott; J Duncan; N Breen BEST - Western Suburbs: C McGrath; H Nguyen; J Mclnemey; ipppvisji^aws: J Holt; L Roehrig; P Gannon Pennant Hills: S Butler; N Breen; N Strange; R Fitzgibbon; V Neney; N Lowe PENNANT HILLS: 7.2 11.5 14.11 19.14(128) WESTERN SUBURBS: 2.1 5.2 5.5 6.6(42) 22: visit sydneyafl.com.au CLUB VACANCIES CAMPBELTOWN KANGAROOS to lead the emerging "Lions" to success in 2007 and beyond. Inquiries welcome. Phone Stephen Rowland on 0419 963 913. Please send written applications and football resume to: Campbelltown Australian Football Club is located In South West Football Operations Manager, Wollongong Australian Football Sydney just off the MS Freeway and participates in the Sydney Club, 12 Prospect St, Mt St Thomas NSW 2500 (applications AFL Premier League. The Campbelltown Club provides playing close September 30,2006). All inquiries will be treated as and training facilities that are equal to any in the Premier confidential. Opportunities also available for new players. League in Sydney. New players to the area are most welcome ^ ^ to this family friendly club. The club has vacancies for coaching staff and administrators at senior and junior levels. If any player FOX FOOTY SYDNEY AFL is interested in finding out what the dub can offer email us at [email protected] or phone Chris O'Dwyer, Football FINALS FOOTBALL Manager on 0425 333 700 or Paul Coughlan, President on 0410 596555. PENRITH RAMS Penrith AFC require a Senior Coach and playing staff for the 2007 SAFL 1st Division season. Applications received in the strictest confidence. Strappers and Medical Staff also required. Financial remuneration available. Please contact Stuart Ayres (Football Manager) on 0412117 265 for more information or i *<•> visit penrithafcsydneyafl.com.au. SOUTHERN SHARKS Tune In to the Fox Footy Channel on Foxtel this Friday Southern Sharks AFC is seeking expressions of interest for night from 8:30pm for the matches between committee members including President, team managers, players and supporters for the 2007 season. Southern Sharks made the semi-finals in Sydney AFL First Division in both Senior and Reserve Grade and look to build on this success in 2007. Please email your expressions of interest to Daniel Stanton, President, Southern Sharks at [email protected] or EAST COAST phone 0407 4S9 744 for further information. EAGLES V SOUTH-WEST SYDNEY MAGPIES Applications are invited for First Grade and Reserve Grade Coaches and Players. For more information, contact Frank Aboud on 0403 720 569 or [email protected]. PENNANT HILLS WOLLONGONG LIONS DEMONS Applications are invited for Senior Coach for the 2007 season. Wollongong is a young and vibrant club building a strong FOOTY tradition in the Sydney AFL Premier League. 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Kf The 2006 Sydney Swans major raffle is up and running and this time we are giving you the opportunity to choose your own $20,000 1st prize! Fancy a new Ford, a Holiday of ay ^Lifetime or a $20,000 shopping spree at Westfields? These fantastic prizes, and more, are up for grabs. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased by telephoning Marianne on {02) 9339 9104 or by downloading the request form on our website. J Ford Fiesta Holiday of a lifetime Shopping spree To the value of $2(J,000 you choose>om A Ford Fiesta from Ford Australia to the value of $20,000 QBE (including on-road costs) OR A Holiday of a lifetime, you choose your destinations, flying Qantas to the value of $20,000 OR $20,000 Shopping Spree at a Westfield .centre. LwUVIMS 2nd Prize Panasonic 68cm LCD TV with Integrated HD Tuner TX-27LWD500A value of $2,799. 3rt Prize Nokia 6101 mobile phone including $1,000 Westfield Optus credit to the value of $1,500. Panasonic 4th Prize A Weekend for 2 at Travefodge Southbank Melbourne including buffet breakfast each idem tot Dto morning value $460. 'yes* Book Buyers Prize OPTUS Purchase a book of ten tickets to be in this additional draw to win a 2006 Sydney Swans Team signed Guernsey. Total Prize Value $24,749 Te7rri~s*and Conditions visit NEtMflG? » Ql1V®l1»OO I Thinking of hanging up the boots but still want to be in the middle? Then umpiring could be for you in 2007! To find out more, contact Graham Glassford- Umpire Development Manager, AFL (NSW/ACT). ft Phone (02) 8333 8023, [email protected]