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Website Headlines 2 PENNANT HILLS Message from the General Manager »LYON SPORTSWEAR v EAST COAST AFL Recreational Football 4 Preferred apparel supplier DEMONS EAGLES www. lyonsportswear.com.au David Linsen wins NAB Sydney AFL Rising Star 5 1.1Spm Grand Final Team Lists - Premier Division 6 Followed by Grand Final Presentations A review ofour priorities 12 C-~~P~R=EM=IE~R=Dl~VIS=IO=N=S=EN=IO=R=S,""--_) Coaching for a better world 15 »SEKEM Sydney AFL Award Winners 16 Preferred apparel supplier Sydney AFL Forst & Second Division Review 17 www. sekem.com.au Club Corner 18 EAST COAST v PENNANT HILLS Sydney AFL Premiership Stats 20 EAGLES DEMONS »KOMBAT COVER: Craig Robinson (East Coast) evades Scott Myers.(Pennant KOM8=T Preferred apparel supplier 3.30pm Hills) during their Round 2 clash at Ern Holmes Oval. look like o learn • ploy like o learn www. kombat.com.au Followed by Grand Final Presentations Photo supplied by Peter Davies 24: visit sjdneyafl.com.au · SYDNEY AFL RECORD: 1 CLUB VACANCIES
to lead the emerging "Lions" to success in 2007 and beyond. » AFL (NSW/ACT) OFFICIAL SITE ) visit aflnswact.com.au CAMPBELLTOWN KANGAROOS Inquiries welcome. Phone Stephen Rowland on 0419 963 913. Please send written applications and football resume to: Truscott Street PS claims Ryde Campbelltown Australian Football Club is located in South West Football Operations Manager, Wollongong Australian Football PSSATitle 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 >>Sydney South West High School Competition 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 On Friday, 25th August 2006, the Ryde PSSA AFL Grand Final >>Independent Schools 2006 Season to this family friendly club. The club has vacancies for coaching was held at ELS Hall Park, North Ryde - home of the North staff and administrators at senior and junior levels. If any player FOX FOOTY SYDNEY AFL Ryde Junior AFL Club. > > Join the Footyweb Network is interested in finding out what the club can offer email us at [email protected] or phone Chris O'Dwyer, Football FINALS FOOTBALL The competition has run throughout most of terms 2 and > > Gavin Whitehouse to umpire on AFL Grand Final Day Manager on 0425 333 700 or Paul Coughlan, President on 0410 3, and includes 24 teams from 12 local schools. Every team 596 555. is mixed and consists of players from years 3 and 4. These > > AFL Broadcast Schedule -Week One Finals, ~ ----students·pfay>afe, moaifiecfgames of7ift each_Ffi-,-da:.:..y.:.:.... :_ _ ___;2;.00,,.;6,;To.:.y.:.:ot-=-a ::;::AF;;.L:;;:Pr~em~ier~shc"ip::-;S:-e.:=-as:...on~---"-----i ~ PENRITH RAMS
» SYDNEY AFL OFFICIAL SITE ) visit sydneyafl.com.au Penrith AFC require a Senior Coach and playing staff for the 2007 SAFL 1st Division season. Applications received in the UTS win maiden flag strictest confidence. Strappers and Medical Staff also required. Financial remuneration available. Please contact Stuart Ayres (Football Manager) on 0412117 265 for more information or > > Grand Final Sydney AFL Premier Division Team Match ups visit penrithafc.sydneyafl.com.au.
UTS have defeated Sydney University in the First Division > > Club Vacancies • SOUTHERN SHARKS senior grade Grand Final on Saturday to claim the club's first Tune in to the Fox Footy Channel on Foxtel this Friday Southern Sharks AFC is seeking expressions of interest for ever senior premiership. The previously undefeated Sydney > > Photo Galleries night from 8:30pm for the matches between University started the match as favourites in what was always committee members including President, team managers, expected to be a tight tussle. >>Fox Footy Sydney AH Finals Football players and supporters for the 2007 season. Southern Sharks made the semi-finals in Sydney AFL First Division in both Senior UTS also took out the reserve grade flag over Sydney >>Troy Luff captures Phelan Medal and Reserve Grade and look to build on this success in 2007. @ University while the Nor West Jets were able to complete ... Please email your expressions of interest to Daniel Stanton, President, Southern Sharks at [email protected] or EAST COAST phone 0407 489 744 for further information. EAGLES >> AFLGSJ OFFICIAL SITE ) visit aflgsj.com.au v AFL Newcastle Juniors SOUTH-WEST SYDNEY MAGPIES Newcasde Finals Report Applications are invited for First Grade and Reserve Grade Coaches and Players. For more information, contact Frank > > Junior Razorback Shield Aboud on 0403 720 569 or [email protected]. ~ PENNANT HILLS AFL Newcastle Juniors Preliminary Finals were held at No.1 >>Club Newsletters DEMONS Sports Ground, Newcastle on Friday night for U16's and WOLLONGONG LIONS at Rose Point Park, Singleton on Saturday for UlO's, Ul l's, > > AFL Newcastle Juniors Presentation Night Applications are invited for Senior Coach for the 2007 season. U12's and U14's. On behalf of the AFL Newcastle Juniors Wollongong is a young and vibrant club building a strong Regional Committee, Chairperson Ian Matthews would like to >>Join the Footyweb Network tradition in the Sydney AFL Premier League. This is a golden congratulatehe the Singleton AFC on the hosting of... opportunity for a highly regarded and motivated individual fox Footy Channel, in partnership with Digital Sports Productions 2: visit sydneyafl.com.au • SYDNEY AFL RECORD: 23 SYDNEY AFL FINALS RESULTS MESSAGE FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
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TEAM p w L D B FF F A "% M/R STREAK >WILLOUGHBY SYDNEY UNI 15 15 0 0 1 6 1911 546 350.00 100 WlS CONTACT: Nick Evans (02) 8333 8012 UTS 15 13 1920 623 308.19 86.67 WS October 26th to December 21st- Thursday nights & MANLY-WARRINGAH 15 10 1696 969 175.03 66.67 Wl SOUTHERN SHARKS 15 6, __0 1)24 9/J 135.79 69___ l_l __ January 25th to March 22nd - Thursday nights HOLROYD-PARRAMATIA 14 10 576 1739 33.12 28.57 L4 Bicentennial Reserve, Willoughby PENRITH 15 12 772 1673 46.14 20 Wl l)IACQUARIE UNI 15 12 721 1636 44.07 20 L3 >HILLS SOUTH-WEST SYDNEY 14 12 802 1561 51.38 14.29 L11 CONTACT: Nick Evans (02) 8333 8022 October 25th to December 20th - Wednesday nights & FIRST DIVISION RESERVES January 24th to December 19th -Wednesday nights SYDNEY AFL UMPIRE NUMBERS TEAM p w L D B FF F A % M/R VenueTBC .13 1 . SYDNEY UNI u 0 1· 0 1592 391 ,;01.-lli 92.31 . Anton Lewis Tim Pow 23 UTS 13 11 2 1 0 1689 376 449.20 84.62 Matthew Gestier 2 Damian Hill 2S > EASTERN SUBURBS SOUTHERN SHARKS 13 11 2 1285 535 240.19 84.62 Danny Deigan 3 Jeremy Boland 26 CONTACT: Brendan Maher 0401 825 608 or Nick Evans (02) ~_ANl~~WARRl~G_AIJJl 0 1143 696 164.22 53.85 MACQUARIE UNI 13 1 0 1039 872 119.15 46.lS Sean Richardson 4 Glen Callaghan 27 8333 8022 PENRITH 13 780 1162 67.13 30.77 Graham Glassford s Carl Fletcher 28 October 25th to December 20th - Wednesday nights & David Jacobs Stephen Collins FL Recreational Football is here! Amodified version of STH-WEST SYDNEY 13 12 208 1897 10.96 7.69 6 29 January 24th to December 19th - Wednesday nights HOLROYO-P'MATIA 13 13 1 6 69 1876 3.68 Frank Kalayzich 7 Robert Murdoch 30 Australian Rules football, it is a game that has been Centennial Parklands, Centennial Park Michael Peck B Tom McDonald 31 developed to provide an opportunity for all enthusiasts SECOND DIVISION SENIORS A Troy Pannell 9 Brenton Hissey 32 of the sport, designed so that everyone can play. It is less Andrew Cohen 10 Peter Beckwith 33 physically demanding, has a minimal time commitment and > DRUMMOYNE I INNER WEST TEAM p w L D B FF F A % M/R NOR-WEST JETS 11 11 0 0 1 0 1331 240 554.58 100 Gavin Bertram 11 Justin Fox 3S has a major emphasis on fun and safety. Played in a friendly CONTACT: Jason McPherson (02) 8333 8009 or Nick Evans (02) Bulldogs-UNSW/ES 11 9 2 0 1 0 1083 476 227.52 81.82 Peter Humphries 12 Mark Davies 36 8333 8022 social environment, the game enables people of all ages UTS BLACK 12 9 3 0 0 0 1021 610 167.38 75 Daniel Coghlan 14 David Lenior 37 Late October to late December - Night TBC and ability levels to participate in male, female or mixed _ill)NEY UNI BLUE 11 8 3 1 1 0 1224 353 346.74 72.73 Craig Rogers lS Andrew Rutherford 38 1 competitions. VenueTBC PENNANT HILLS 11 7 4 0 0 840 603 139.30 63.64 David Connelly 16 Petros Markou 39 The sport, which has gained rapid popularity in other BALMAIN 11 7 s 0 0 0 724 801 90.39 S8.33 1 10S4 692 152.31 S4.5S Joel Elliott 17 Andy Smyth 40 States, will now be launched in a number of metropolitan STCLAIR CROWS 12 6 s 0 0 >STGEORGE Whales-UNSW /ES 11 6 s 1 1 0 743 718 103.48 S4.SS Steven Wallbank 18 Michael Heinrichs 41 and country regions as an "off-season" extension of the Game, CONTACT: Kevin Morrison 0438 353 753 SYDNEY UNI RED 11 3 8 0. 1 0 4SO 892 S0.45 27.27 Steve Smoothy 19 Brian Sullivan 42 much like touch football is to Rugby and Rugby League. "Rec October 4th to December 6th -Wednesday nights UTS GREEN 11 2 9 0 2 0 510 861 59.23 18.18 Simon Dutton 20 Peter Hoffman 43 Footy"was first shown to the Sydney public at the North Olds Park, Forest Road, Peakhur5t MANLY-WARRINGAH 11 2 9 0 1 0 399 1217 32.79 18.18 Nathan Lessels 21 Tony McGilvray 44 Sydney Exhibition Match between the Swans and Essendon SOUTHERN SHARKS 12 2 10 0 1 0 466 1421 32.79 16.67 Paul Barron 22 MACQUARIE UNI 11 1 10 0 1 2 294 1255 23.43 9.09 in February, 2005 as the half-time entertainment. Celebrities > SUTHERLAND included Garry Jack, Adam Spencer, Rhys Muldoon, Robert CONTACT: Kevin Morrison 0438 353 753 l ------~: _-- ---~ _- _____:_ __-_ . ~-- - - .. ------=- -. .. . -_:_-, Dipierdomenico, Troy Luff, Bee Abraham and members ofthe October 5th to December 7th - Thursday nights Sydney Swifts National Netball side. Made up of all different Waratah no. 4, Rawson Avenue, Sutherland FIRST DIVISION SENIORS T FIRST DIVISION RESERVES T SECOND DIVISION SENIORS T sizes, shapes, physical abilities and many with little AFL Jaret Hogarth (MANLY-WARRINGAH) 60 Gerard Mitchell (SYDNEY UNI) 68 Nathan Peters IST CLAIR) S3 background, they showed how enjoyable the experience is. >STIVES Andrew Davis (UTS) Sl Travis Paech IUTSJ 36 Luke Ayling (NOR-WEST JITTJ 42 CONTACT: Nick Evans (02) 8333 8022 Nicholas Gilbert (U75) 46 Jason Mclennan (SYDNEY UNI} 31 Charles Stewart (SYDNEY UNI BLUE) 2S January 16th to March 22nd- Tuesday nights Matthew Rawle (MANLY-WARRINGAH) 41 Paul McWhirter (SYDNEY UNI} 2S Daniel Timson (SYDNEY UNI BLUE) 22 Acron Oval, St Ives Daniel Archer (SYDNEY UNI) 39 Julian Holsman (MACQUARIE UNI} 23 Ben Mostafa IBulldogs-UNSW!ES) 21 Gregory Walker (UTSJ 36 Andrew Dransfield (MANLY-WARRINGAH)22 Gerard Smits (NOR-WEST JITT) 20 >PENRITH Jason Philip (SOUTNERN SHARKS) 33 Jason Ware (PENRITH) 22 Nathan Baird (STCLAIR) 19 CONTACT: Carolyn Watson (02) 9839 6453 Christopher Mclachlan (SYDNEY UNI) 27 Colin Sharpin (UTS) 18 Grant Webb (STCLAIR) lB Late October to Late December ~y Dwyer !SYDNEY UNI} 24 Chris MacKinlay (MANLY-WARRINGAHJ 17 Nicholas Robins !SYDNEY UNI BLUE) 17 Venue:TBC James Terry (SYDNEY UNI} 23 Luke Slobin (MANLY-WARRINGAH) 14 John Valente IUTS BLACK) 17 4: visit sydneyaf/.com.ou SYDNEY AFL RECORD: 21 SYDNEY AFL PREMIERSHIP STATS DAVID LINSEN WINS NAB SYDNEY AFL RISING STAR
------~------i ------L"ADDERS,AF]ER{1s'.HOME!&"AWAYiROUNDS ------moved to the Bankstown Junior Football Club in 2004 l'lhere PREMIER DIVISION SENIORS he was awarded'Best on Ground' during their 2005Under16 premiership. TEAM p w L D B FF F A % M/R STREAK Linsen won the NAB Rising Star award ahead of a host EAST lOAST EAGLES 16 16 0 0 2 0 1923 911 211.09 100 W16 of other talented Sydney AFL youngsters including St George WESTERN SUBURBS 16 11 5 0 2 0 1661 1059 156.85 68.75 l1 and Sydney AFL Representative Joel Robbie, UNSW/ES' PENNANT HILLS 16 10 6 0 2 0 1578 1075 146.79 62.50 l2 Jeremy Kiel, East Coast's Tim Kear, St George's James Wilsen, ST GEORGE 16 10 6 0 2 0 1251 1092 114.56 62.50 Wl CAMPBELLTOWN 16 9 7 0 2 0 1338 1286 104.04 56.25 W2 Pennant Hills duo Alex Fraunfelter and Charlie Richardson and UNSW/ES 16 6 10 0 2 0 1058 1634 64.75 37.50 Wl Campbelltown's Matthew Morey. NORTH SHORE 16 5 11 0 2 0 1260. 1367 92.17 31.25 Wl The weekly award winners were nominated by their clubs WOLLONGONG 16 4 12 0 2 0 1067 1528 69.B3 25 L2 and awarded accordingly on their performance the previous · BALMAIN 16 1 15 0 2 0 899 2083 43.16 6.25 LS weekend. Criteria for nomination included: The player must be in his first full season of senior football (less than four senior PREMIER DIVISION RESERVES U18 PREMIER CUP matches in the Sydney AFL or elsewhere prior to 2006) - The
TEAM p w L D B FF F A % M/R TEAM p w D B FF F A % M/R player must be under 21 years of age - The player must have · PENNANT HILLS 13 11 2 0 2 0 1306 432 302.31 84.62 PENNANT HILLS 14 12 0 0 0 1282 426 300.94 8S.71 played aminimum of four senior matches in 2006 - Players could EAST COASTEAGLES 13 11 2 0 1 0 1026 467 219.70 84.62 WOLLONGONG 13 10 0 0 987 478 206.49 76.92 be nominated more than once throughout aseason, but could NORTH SHORE 13 9 4 0 2 0 939 730 128.63 69.23 ST GEORGE 13 10 0 1140 6S4 174.31 76.92 only win the weekly award once. The final end ofyear award WOLLONGONG 12 7 4 1 2 0 861 .. NS BOMBERS 14 10 0 1302 m.. m.13 62.50 . 62UQUU11.L was decided by Sydney AFL coaches who voted on ifte weekly UNSW/ES 14 7 7 0 2 0 9S3 998 9S.49 so NS WILDCATS 13 6 0 763 70S 108.23 46.lS WESTERN SUBURBS 13 5 7 0 2 0 880 929 94.73 42.31 REDBACKS 14 10 711 1269 S6.03 28.S7 nominees. BALMAIN 13 5 8 1 2 0 787 1091 72.14 38.46 EAST COAST 13 1 12 40S 1206 33.S8 7.69 ST GEORGE .14 3 11 0 1 0 696 1185 58.73 21.43 ST IGNATIUS COLL 14 1 13 308 1SJS 20.07 7.14 ROUND BY ROUND NOMINATIONS CAMPBELLTOWN 13 0 13 0 2 0 384 129S 29.65 0 he 2006 NAB Sydney AFL Rising Star winner is David Linsen from the Western Suburbs AFC. David was Tpresented the award at the Phelan/Snow Medal awards ROUND 1 - Matthew MOREY -(ampbelltown ~- night on Monday by Stephen Durkin, State General Manger ROUND 2 - David CONWAY -North Shore NSW/ACT NSW, National Australia Bank. Along with the award, David received a cheque for $500 to assist with the development of ROUND 3 - David LINSEN - Western Suburbs U18 CHALLENGE CUP his football career. ROUND 4- Josh FLANAGAN -Ba/main TEAM p w L D B FF F A % M/R It has been a successful year for this up and coming talent. PENNANT HILLS 11 10 1 0 3 0 775 483 160.46 90.91 David had aterrific pre-season campaign and managed to ROUND 5 - Mark IRVING -(ampbelltown BALMAIN 11 9 2 0 3 0 1049 341 307.62 81.82 break into the Magpies senior side for Round 1to make his ROUND 6- Alex FRAUNFELTER -Pennant Hills WESTERN SUBURBS 10 7 3 0 4 0 862 4S2 190.71 70 debut as a 16 year old. Not looking back, David played 15of16 _CAMPBELLTOWN 12 s 7 0 2 0 663 761 87.12 41.67 senior matches for the club and provided the team their third ROUND 7 - Alex GOODALL -Pennant Hills PENRITH. 10 3 7 0 3 1 488 763 63.96 30 MANLY-WARRINGAH 11 2 9 0 2 1 4S5 808 S6.ll 18.18 best avenue to goal behind Matthew Withers and Troy Cole, ROUND 8 - Josiah AYLING -Campbel/town ST GEORGE 11 2 9 0 3 0 336 1020 32.94 18.18 kicking 23 goals for the year. As the season progressed, David made the transition ROUND 9 - Joel ROBBIE- St George r:-=------_- -- =-=------=------=-- ---::=i from being predominantly a half forward/forward pocket to a ROUND 10 - Sam DOWLING - Wollongong valuable ball winner in the mid-field. Consistent performances ROUND 11 - Nick CAMPBELL- Pennant Hills PREMIER SENIORS T PREMIER RESERVES T U18 PREMIER CUP T turned into stand-out performances as the year went on, which Gus Seebeck (EAST COAST) 61 Hayden Senger (PENNANTHILL5) 30 Daniel Jacob (PENNANT /i/LLS) 33 contributed to the Magpies top two ranking in 2006. ROUND 12- Mark MAHER- (ampbelltown Matthew Withers (WESTERN SUBURBS) 58 Mark Petersen (EAST COAST) 23 Christopher Macdougal (STGEORGE) 29 Strong chasing and tackling were trade-marks of David's ROUND 13 - Jeremy KIEL- UNSW/ES Peter Dugmore (STGEORGFJ SS Terrance Leischke !EAST COAST) 23 Harry Bown (WOLLONGONG) 28 play. He displayed an appetite for acontest, strong leading Brad Abbott (UNSW/ES) 50 Stephen Ball (UNSW/ES} 19 Andrew Marsh (NS BOMBERS) 19 and an ability to take a contested mark. Additionally, he was ROUND 14- Tim KEAR - East Coast Laine Spencer (PENNANT HILLS) 41 Daniel Roberts (NORTH SHORE! 19 proficient in front of goal, scoring either on the run or from ROUND 15-Charlie RICHARDSON -Pennant Hills Justin Barratt (PENNANT HILLS) 29 David Seiter (UNSW/ES) 16 Ul 8 CHALLENGE CUP T a set shot. Other highlights this season included selection in Peter Carey (PENNANT HILLS) 28 Alexander Huggins (PENNANT HILLS) lS Joel Curzon (BALMAIN) 3S the Sydney AFL Development Team which played the Sydney ROUND 16- Tim LAMBERT- Western Suburbs Ryan Smith (EAST COAST) 27 Terence Little (WOLLONGONG) lS Clinton McGrath (WESTERN SUBURBS) 23 Swans Reserves in the representative match curtain-raiser and ROUND 17 - James WILSEN -St George Joshua Rr.der (EAST COAST) 26 Craig Barnes IBALMAIN) lS Thomas O'Neil (WESTERN SUBURBS) 23 . notably, he was signed by Port Power as an AFL Scholarship Leigh Lavery (UNSW/ES} 26 Anthony Brawn (PENNANT HILLS) 14 Jesse Bray (PENRl1H) 20 listed player. Originally from Liverpool Junior AFC, Linsen ROUND 18-James FORD-East(oast
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from Under 18 through to Seniors. Watch www.northshorefc. PENNANT HILLS com.au for further details. The Bombers would like to thank DEMONS the following 2006 Sponsors: North Sydney Leagues Club, ' SYDNEY UNI Essendon Football Club, Snowy Hydro, The North Sydney Hotel, COACH: Michael COUSENS SUANFC provides playing opportunities to students and non Crestway Constructions, Data Base Solutions, Design Ziino, MDF students at all levels by fielding four senior teams which Group, MMB Print, OAMPS and Puma. Good Luck U18 Bombers. are based out of the super convenient (5 mins from CBD) and picturesque city campus of Sydney University, just off LJyan SMYTH Sebastian PARKER {(} 3 Brad URE ------5 Alistair RICHARDSO_N ___ --- PENNANT HILLS DEMONS Broadway and City Rd. The club prides itselfon its fun and collegiate environment, where lifelong freindships and 1.:_~s SEEBECK ---___ Shaun JONES 6 Luke McLEOD Jason CLA~R-KE-----i Pennant Hills Seniors, Reserves and Under 18 Demons look personal and professional networks are made. For the elite ,..8--S-te_v.;...e_M_E_R'""KE-L-----i------Nicholas POTIER ••forward to their Grand Final games this weekend. The Pennant player SUANFC's parent body SU Sport offers a limited number === ==--:J -9--Jo-n_V_L-AT_K_O_____ , ___ --- ...._--'-'N""ic""k_,,C'-'A.:..:.M::...P.::.BE::.:L:.::L___ __,. ____,____ Hills Under 18 Devils missed out after the preliminary final of sports scholarships to players who intend to study at ,....[1o---T-re-nt_G_O_O_D_R_E_M----··• ------Paul FOLKARD loss against Western Suburbs last weekend. It will be a big Sydney University. Benefits of the scholarship scheme include -11--R-oh_a_n_R_IT_C_H_IE____ , ___ --- Ben FITZPATRICK weekend for the club having the three teams in Grand Finals financial assistance for education or sporting expenses, ,....[12--B-e_n_M_c_N_A_M_A_R_A ____, ___ - _-_-_- -._-_-_ -_- Charlie RICHARDSON __ === _==:J and we wish everyon~Juck in their efforts to conclude the academic and career counselling,_P.ersonal mentorin_g,_access ___ ---13-Kr~stian-PE-ARSQN---• -1-.i-Alexam:lerfRAtJNFELTER- --- 1 ~==::::!..-----=se""as:-:-o:::".nw=it~ wins in all grades. Hayden Senger was named to swim/gym facilities, nutrition assessments and sports _ll4~-:-:M--:a_rk_G_O_O_D_E_Y ____ pS Kieren WRIGHT ==--:J Best Player in the Reserves competition at the Medal count medicine, physiotherapy, chiropractic, massage, podiatry and 1======1S Keiran McREDMOND 16 Alex GOODALL on Monday night along with his goal kicking award. Alistair acupuncture services at a reduced rate. If you would like more _l17=----=B,...e'""n_P_H_Y:S=l_CK_____ ,______120 Josh KEEN . ___, ____. Richardson was awarded the Howarth Trophy for the best information on SUANFC see our website at www.suanfc.com or 18 Rod FROST 21 Peter CAREY representative player for NSW AFL in 2006. Daniel Jacob won contact us on 0405 751043. 119 Jason COULLOUPAS ______!23 Michael TALBOT (CJ the Under 18 Goalkicking award and Ranga Ediriwickrama was 20 Joel KEATING 24 Justin BARRATI ------runner up in the Under 18 vote count. Congratulations to Troy "1!/ WESTERN SUBURBS MAGPIES ~amien CHARLESTON ______12s Damien DELL'AQUILA Luff in winning the 2006 Phelan Medal. Pennant Hills Demons .,,.24.,....--:B:-la-'ir_O='L=IV='E~Rc,.-____1 ______26 Tom ANGEL has announced sponsorship arrangements with the Pennant Play;rs Wanted! Hey Kids, Play AFL for the best Junior Club in 126 Ryan FITION B4 Clint SETFORD Hills Bowling Club and OptionOne Financial Partners. The Sydney. Enquiries are welcome from boys between the ages of 27 Brad WHALE 36 Jonath_o_n_M_O_R_A-IT.-IS---i Pennant Hill Bowling Club in Yarrara Road Pennant Hills offers 6 and 16 wanting to experience the thrill of playing Australia's BO Drue MORTLOCK 8 SamWIDMER Demon members the advantage of a modern club facility in National Game in 2007. Get Mum or Dad to phone the Club 36 Phil ENTWISLE 41 Matthew CAREY President Nick Miller on 97 44 7791 or 0407 228 285 or contact 7 Darren CHAPMAN (i3 Richard LAING - ==--:J the local area. The club facility is utilised by the players for a "'-''---.;_.;uc.::o.:..:.xd=S.::.H-=E:..:.P~Hc::ER:...D____ - meal and team selection on aThursday evening and for after the Auskick Co-ordinator Gavin Abfalter on 9591 3050 or 0411 ~---"------·---·---42 James FORD 4 8 .-----'------1------rsROb EDDY game functions following all home games. Demon members 108 880. Excellent coaches plus the opportunity to play at the ~~s__ T_ra_v_is_H __ U_B_B_LE _____ , ___. ___ SCG and Telstra Stadium during SWANS games. SO Matt WILLIAMS 60 Laine SPE-NC_E_R---~• can book their functions at the club- contact Stewart Cosgrove §4 Craig ROBINSON iS2 Matthew MCCAMEY and mention you are a Demons supporter. OptionOne Financial ~ SS Josh RYDER Partners can arrange finance simply and easily for Demon ~~ WOLLONGONG LIONS Members. They act on behalf of members to find the most ~!_Tim KEAR H-----•---___ 60 Stephen O'CONNOR 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@ lllawarra Master Builders Club. WAFC Presentation Night Rushed Rushed 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 0419 963 913. 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 EAST COAST PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY PENNANT HILLS PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY sponsorship arrangement offers supporters the opportunity of Wollongong. 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 ~·~ PMASo/utions iftonarch will be held on Thursday 14th September 2006 atthe Pennant passion for AFL with the Lions while studying at the University Hills Bowling Club from 7.00pm. The vote count will be for of Wollongong. Seniors, Reserves Under18 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 EAST COAST 22.9 (141) d PENNANT HILLS 13.11 (89)@ CHARLES McLAUGHLIN RESERVE date. Go Demons!
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Waters. All supporters of the East Coast Eagles Football Club unfolds. Kristian Pearson at full-back (Eagles) on Laine Spencer, are reminded to keep an eye on the website for bookings for and Lloyd Shepherd (Demons) on Seebeck will also be key the Club Champion Night to be held at Castle Hill RSL on Friday match-ups. 13th October. The East Coast Eagles would like to wish all teams EAST COAST v PENNANT•• HILLS If the Eagles get up, it will be their first premiership since and umpires the very best for the 2006 Sydney AFL Grand Final stepping up to Premier Division in 1993. Pennant Hills entered Series. Match Day Sponsor - Base Course Management. EAGLES DEMONS Premier Division in 1977 and have tasted premiership glory before, taking the flag in 2000. ~ HOLROYO-PARRAMATTA GOANNAS 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 Parramatta are happy to announce that Troy Balzan will he Hills derby has the potential to be a classic premiership to Pennant Hills, with the Demons upsetting a previously continue as senior coach for season 2007. Troy's commitment game. Both teams have strong attacking power and can undefeated side in the game that matters most? Whatever the and coaching style has played a major role in the fantastic Tplay positive football. result, football should be the winner and a worthy champion atmosphere in the club for 2006. We look forward to the great crowned at the end of a memorable year of football in Sydney. spirit around the club continuing on in to next season. The Goanna's will be running out on to an outstanding playing RESERVES GRAND FINAL surface in 2007 thanks to the Holroyd City Council. With work BALMAIN TIGERS being carried out throughout the 2006 season and more The depth of the Eagles and Demons is not only reflected in the work to be completed in the off-season, Holroyd City Council senior grand final, but also the reserves. Pennant Hills qualified You are invited to attend the 2006 Presentation and Medal have showed their commitment to AFL in the local area. The first, holding the Eagles goal-less after half time in the second Count Celebration@ Drummoyne Sports Club. Friday 15th Holroyd- Parramatta Blacktown AFC are seeking players and semi final. However the Eagles came back in the preliminary September 2006. 6.30 for 7pm. $65 per head includes dinner committee officials for the 2007 Season. The Goanna's are a final with a strong win over North Shore, making this the only & entertainment. Drinks available at club prices. Featuring club with an atmosphere that is both friendly and welcoming grand final in which both teams from the second semi final Merrick Watts from Nova 96.9. Limited tickets available so be to players of all abilities and skill levels. Our Ground is located meet again. early! Book your group or seat today! RSVP: to David on 0421 at Gipps 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 BAFC AGM Ph: 0410 601 866). The Goanna's presentation night for 2006 U18 PREMIER CUP GRAND FINAL will be held on Sat 28th October 2006at10am 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 This is the second match of the day and the Demons will be of office bearers for 2006/2007 our first under the Baima in President John Perry (email: [email protected] Phone hoping to kick off a premiership hat-trick. The Bombers will be Dockers brand. Nominations for all committee positions 0410 601 866. out to spoil those ambitions. Both these sides qualified for the including President are now open. If interested email office@ grand final with wins over Wollongong. Pennant Hills' defence balmainfootballclub.com with a request for a nomination form. • NORTH SHORE BOMBERS East Coast has been undefeated so far this season. Their 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 EAST COAST North Shore invites all players, parents and supporters to join Sydney football, and set a challenge for other clubs to aspire kicked away with the wind in the second quarter, ensuring a E~~ EAGLES us back at Gore Hill after our U18's grand final clash. Food and to. Bouncing back from a disappointing 2005 but keeping their black and red presence on grand final day. Congratulations to all involved in the Club for being named drinks will be available and lets hope we will have something squad intact, the Eagles have shown a determination through Club of the Year for Premier Division and to Jason Coulloupas big to celebrate! Congratulations to Brydon Coles, one of the the season to take out the ultimate prize. Spearheaded by U18 CHALLENGE CUP GRAND FINAL for being runner up in the Phelan Medal and congratulations to North Shore Wildcats stars, on taking out the Kealey medal Phelan Medal runner-up Jason Coulloupas, the midfield has UNSW/Eastern Suburbs Troy Luff for winning the Phelan Medal. for Best &Fairest player in the U18 Premier Cup. Well done consistently dominated, while Gus Seebeck at full-forward was Both these sides qualified for the grand final with wins over In 2006 the East Coast Eagles has been supported by Premium Brydon!! Also, don't forget the 2006 Presentation evening to be leading goalkicker. minor premiers Pennant Hills. Balmain got off to a flyer in the Sponsors PMA Solutions, Taxi Clothing, Loscam and Base held at North Sydney Leagues Club, Celebrity Room on Friday Joining the Eagles on grand final day is Pennant Hills. second semi final and the Devils were never able to get back Course Management. The East Coast Eagles would like to 3rd November 7.00pm - $60.00 per head (includes 3 course The Demons looked low on form leading into the finals, but into the contest. Wests repeated the dose in the preliminary thank the following player Sponsors for Season 2006: Horizon meal) The vote count will be for Seniors,Reserves,U18 Bombers have bounced back brilliantly to play their best football when final last week. With both sides being strong out of the blocks, Sports, Homebush Bay Brewery, Novotel Sydney Olympic and U18 Wildcats and special guest speaker will be Barry Breen, it matters most. Last week they played their best game for a good start will be critical. This match also has historical Park, David Polkinghorne, Base Course Management, Taxi 1966 VFL Grand Final Hero and former Bomber Premiership the season in a big win over Wests. Confidence is high at significance; it will be the last time a Bal main side wears the Clothing, KPMS, Loscam, Digital Sports, EMJAY Packaging, Coach RSVP [email protected] or Jeff Melrose 0418 Demonland, believing they can take the next step. traditional Tigers jumper. PMA Solutions, Suncorp/JG, Profiler and Sales, Cheque Mates, 252 656. 2007 pre season training will commence at North There will be fascinating match-ups around the ground. CIB, Goodrem Management, Crystal Watters, Cellarbrations, Narrabeen Reserve on Sunday 19th November under Senior First use of the football will be crucial, and the battle between Foss Australasia, IBIS Hotels, The Beauty Shack and Crystal Coach Michael Hosking and the club welcomes any new players Joel Keating and Alex Fraunfelter will influence how the game
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Bats continued to lift 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 ball for'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 fl Bryce O"CO_N_N_O_R____ ,______L-Lu~e!_?_F.NFORD____ ---· ___ 0n Grand Final day, history fails to remember the win/loss building towards this achievement for a number of years. 3 Josh LOW 3 Brad URE d f h :-i Mitch AITKEN ------15iz--J;-a-so-n-:D"'u:7.s"°s,__----1~-- --- recor so t ose competing; forgets the season defining 'foRob-WAtfs------1---· ·---- 7-Tim PHYSiCK -·---- efforts that lead both teams to the premiership match FIRST DIVISION RESERVES GRAND FINAL ...[12"--'-B'""e"'-n..CF"-IT.:.:.Z-ePA"-T-R-IC_K ____ , ___. ---· ..-bC+--s~t-~v-~-M_E_R_K_E:L:~~~~--1------and in the end will only truly remember the winner. ~-"c=""'-'=.;""'-'-=.:.'-----1--- ·--- ~ ·------ThegreatrivalrybetweenSydneyUniversityandUTSwas 17 Hayden BENGER 18 Rod FROST The Reserve Grade Grand Final was aterrific contest for Ji 8 Steve CHERRIE ,...~-2 -A~d.,.-a_m___ ~- 0-V-E...,.!f-_-::_-:_-=_-_-_-_-_-_• __ ~ reignited at Kelso Oval last weekend. Sydney University went two and a half quarters, with both teams playing with plenty ~19~-=T::-im_K_E_N_N_Y _____, ___ --- Irwin BURBAGE into the match undefeated for the year, an amazing feat given 23 of gusto in hot conditions. ,..Q2-..,.B~la-ir_H_A_T_H_E-RL_E_Y_(-C),..----i------~ Ryan FITION ------the quality of UTS and Manly Warringah during the home and 6 Unlike1woweeks-ago~Sydney-Urrtvmlty came fiTIIOf -· ------· ---1----1-----:amwaay"'s"'e'a·son. Asaefenaing premiers, they had already proven ~-is~YAR9- --2FBrifuWRATE~-- running, and sought to apply plenty of pressure to the Bats. --~f2:::.s=A""n':!!t!'h':'o~ny~B=RA=w=_""""N----I--- -~- ~ _R'?"':'iln~ARNES == ·:=:== that they had the knowledge about what it takes to win in Despite being slightly ahead in terms of general play, UTS took 29 Sam LOW-="-~~---•------29 Mark PETERSON the big games. UTS had some lingering question marks going athree point lead into half time. The third quarter saw the ,.;.§'-o--"G="r:..;,eg;..;___o..:;H_~Ac..l_R------•------\31Jared MADDEN~----•------into the match. While they were astand-out performer for the 31 Scott MYE-RS_____ ------32--L-ia-m-MADDEN ____ , ___ ----- second successive year, they had not beaten Sydney University Bats superior work-rate prevail and the lead extended to nine points, indicating a potentially exciting final term. However ""s""2 "°'Fu""t.:"'r"'o.,.,N,..------1------_ . ___ since mid 2005 and had lost all the big matches between the ---'J'""am~e-'--s ~3 P~eL ~~UES ::== that didn't eventuate, with the Bats accounting for the best the ~Paui"RANDAZ-ZO____ ------34 Craig MAGNUSON == clubs, including last year's Grand Final and this year's Second Students had to offer, and running away with four final term §9 Paul GOOL-E~Y-----1------§7 Darren CHAPMAN ------Semi Final. goals. 40 James Fli'.ZPATRlC-K---l------~BenSHIEL-·----· ------The Students got off to the start they needed with two Sean McGrath and Adam Clark were outstanding for .------1---~~AKM~llJS ______---___ .------·------~2 James FORD ______early goals, one on the run to captain Luke Higgins. Against 1 Sydney University, while Greg Ginn's three goals and the ,...50__ L_u_ke_T_U_R_N_E_R ______--- 43 ChrisMOO-RE_____ , the early flow of play, the Bats steadied the ship and took a 1 performances of Chris Dean and Travis Paech were notable for ~-Leigh MORTIMER ______(,;5 Jare
·Tom ANGEL Ben MACKNEY ------'-2-~M;;....a-,-th~e-'w-::C:--:cA-::RT:::E::::R:-----i------Brendan FITZGERALD (VC) ABOVE: Phelan Medallist- Troy Luff (UNSW/ES} ABOVE: Snow Medallist -Jason Philp (Southern Sharks) 13 Joe SALLUSTIO_____ ,___ --- Dale FITZGERALD (CJ Leading Goalkicker - Gus Seebeck (East Coast) Leading Goalkicker -Jaret Hogarth (Manly-Warringah) 4 Peter BARNES 4 Jarrxd WATIERS ------Club of the Year - East Coast Club of the Year - Sydney University (5t:._.:...:A::::arc:::o.:.:n.c::C~Rl"°SF:-:l::.:EL:::D ______~on DAVIES National Bank Rising Star Winner 1 ------6 Ranga EDIRIWICKRAMA ------6 Anthony BARKER David Linsen (Western Suburbs) ------B Hug."-h.:..:K;.:.;IR'"°KB"-Y;.------i--- ___ v Marcus CARNEY ·------· Representative Player of the Vear - ;;.9-..:.:N.:..:ic:.:.:,k~C;,:AM~PB~E~L.;;..L ____ _ --- 8 Jacob LLOYDE Alistair Richardson (Pennant Hills) 1 ------.._[1o __ N_at_B_O_W_D_E_N,_..----··I ------I Levi BRAIN ------,;...1.;...1 _.:..;R.;;.;ob;;...;;;.;LO;...;T..;...H;.;.;.IA..;;..N.;...______--- 10 Kade TANGNEY 1 flc.. 2=--..:oB=ar_;_t;.;..Mc::IL='L ______Jl Nick MELROSE 1 ------13 A nil PATEL 12 Brent FRANKISH ._114.;__.;...Pr:..::a.;;..de::.:e:.cpc:':P:'::'AT-'H.;.;.IR'"'A_..N..;;..A.;...______3 Anthony ROBERTSON 1 15 Jon POWER 14 Nick LANGLEY ------,.;.;116;__.;;..A:;..;.le;..;x~G-.;..O"'°o""°D""AL""L----l!--""'"'1...... l1s . Andrew MARSH ·· ------ABOVE: Leading Goalkicker -Gerard Mitchell (Sydney University) ""17:__;..:Ja:..::c;.;..k.;:;.RA.;;..B::":O"'°N"'E=-----I------Mcfarlane Medallist- Samah /ssah (Sydney University) 17 Matthew LONG 118 Cameron SMITH 9 Sean HUNTER ------""20:__.;:;.Jo.::.;s;.;..h.:.cK~EE""N"------I------20 Jackson BAKER ------p;.!21;,..-.. ;,,..Ja""k""°H"'A.::.;N"'c-=o-=cK,.,-.,..-,,,""""",,..-·-··1 -...- .. -..-.- -.- ..- .. - ..-. §1 ·: P.!Jtrick BRAKIN ABOVE: Sanders Medallist - Hayden Benger (Pennant Hills) "'"22=--~Pe"'-t'"'"er'"'=F='=1T::::z"'G"""1B""B-=o:-:N---i-··--··-··· ~. 22 Jason RUSSELL-JONES ·------Leading Goalkicker - Hayden Benger (Pennant Hills) 3 James ELLISON ~3 Mathew ROBINSON (VC) ------'--'---'-''"--'-'"'-'------1------Jack SCHWARZE 24 Lachlan PRYOR --- 7 Daniel PARKER §s Christopher ROBERTS - --- '------1------Jack NIEMAND 27 David MARTIN ------Daniel KOLARIK ~8 Tannath SCOTI - --- ~------·------;;.38=--.:..:Mc;.;ik.:.::e:..::S..;.;TA..;.;C:;,:E;.:.Y_____ I------29 Sam JACKSON --- ABOVE: Armstrong Medallist- David Back/er (UNSW!ES Bulldogs) ~~O__ Ja_k_e_TR_E_S_TR_A_IL ____ 1 ______BO Daniel DICKERSON ------Leading Goalkicker -Nathan Peters (St Clair) 44 Daniel JACOB 31 Kyle HAMILTON .------1------!44 Rohen FOLEY '------1------L...:..--"-'------1------
ABOVE: Kealey Medallist- Brydon Cole (North Shore Bombers) Rushed Rushed Leading Goalkicker - Daniel Jacob (Pennant Hills) rn•ir*-11rw•ir='fr'1 PENNANT HILLS PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY NORTH SHORE PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY
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ABOVE: Brian Tyler with Samantha Mostyn (AFL Commissioner) ABOVE: Hart Medallist- Hamid Mango/ (Ba/main) Other Inductees: Leading Goalkicker -Jae/ Curzan (Ba/main) Dan Wilson & Ray Moore
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3. Nurturing Talent-A Pathway to Glory by Darren Denneman, Talent Program Manager AFL NSW/ACT, Lawrie Woodman AFL National Coaching Development Manager and AIS/AFL High Performance Manager. 4. Game Sense Training by Jason Berry, University of Western ,. Australia Lecturer in Skill Learning and Performance in Sport. Reese DORAN ------Andrew ELCHAH ------5. Skills Teaching by Paul Roos and the Sydney Swans Coaching 2 Daniel FRYIRS Michael GOULD Panel. 13 Joel CURZON Keiran EGAN --- ..____ , __ - "" ------~ ------,., 4 Michael PARKER s Tom O'NEIL 6. Club Culture by Nick Hatzoglou AFL Multicultural Project § Callum MATHESON ------Eamon DOHERTY ------'6 ------· FL (NSW/ACT) is continuing to expand its Coach Coordinator and Ray Mclean Director Ray Mclean. 6 Daniel BASKETI ------7 Clint McGRATH Education Program. Alan McConnell and Lawrie Jonathan HALL-SPENCE ------Hoa NGUYEN v ------~ ------Woodman both lectured at the third workshop of the 7. Program Evaluation by Lawrie Woodman and Derek Linsell 8 Ben SMITH 10 Ki CURRIE A --- Pilot Coach Mentoring Program - Nurturing Talent. CEO AFL Foundahon. ~ Rob LAY ------[11 Daniel PENFOLD ------1.0-TGm-ldNQSAY ------i2-Davial
> Educate teaches on the game of AFL. > 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 male role models. >Provide arange of resources allowing teachers to effectively • promote the game within their schools. >Provide arange of functions and activities to thank those who have been actively involved in the development of the AFL code. > To ensure the Australian Rules Football is seen by all as ahighly he AFL (NSW/ACT) Ambassador program was launched desirable sport. on. July 22 prior to the Sydney Swans v Richmond match > Create an enjoyable "teacher's community" Tat the SCG. Over fifty secondary 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 primary 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 the first 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, St Aloysius on health, well-being, nutrition, teamwork, enjoyment, College, Scots College, Shore School 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:
2005 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
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future. he Sydney AFL is pleased to announce the promotion of Second Division games at Alan Davidson Oval. The Newtown The western suburbs have not been left behind by Sydney the Sydney University Australian National Football Club Junior club are very supportive of the link. University's promotion to the Premier Division. With strong T(SUANFC) into the Premier Division for the 2007 fixture, Strategic Partner - SUANFC provides the Sydney AFL support and development of the"base" in western Sydney, it entering senior and reserve grade teams. and the AFL NSW/ACT access to a potential fan base of over 50 is hoped that a Premier Division presence will be possible by Discussions commenced 12 months ago and have 000 Sydney undergraduate students and thousands more post" 2010-2012. culminated recently with the decision to elevate SUANFC after graduate students and alumni with great reach into regional NSW also. It has committed to assisting the AFL gain access to he Sydney AFL has a number of strategic plans to improve detailed consideration of the club's application and also after undergoing an overall evaluation of the current competition independent schools market with its strong ties to that sector the game at the senior level and develop the current 4.Club Incentive Scheme model. and has a strong and reputed brand associated with it. competition. Club pyramid model has been established and through T The Sydney AFL has made the decision on promoting Regional direction of Sydney Football - The strategic Those key priorities were identified in the Strategic the assistance of an effective club development program the SUANFC in view of the following key considerations: review on Sydney Football completed 4 years ago indicated Framework for the Development of the Sydney AFL interaction of the various levels of the game (senior - junior Strong Administration - SUANFC have positioned that the inclusion of ateam into Premier Division from the Competition 2004-2006 and are still pertinent today as AFL - schools and community) through a nexus of"regional based themselves to have a strong volunteer support base that is western region of Sydney was a desired objective. That strategy (NSW/ACT) continues to meet the challenges head on. servicing" resulting in a greater level of participation and likely to be enhanced through elevation to Premier Division. has not changed albeit that the potential timing of such an The Sydney AH:s core objectives will be to fully utilise support. The club has demonstrated it's capability through being named inclusion is still likely to be some years away. That objective its clubs and strongest assets to grow the game and create First Division Club of the Year for the last tw~ears,_ lias_notbeen_abandoned-l'dther-the-timing per5peEtive-may- -- competitive and quality competitions. ~FL C!J!.bs/S4.FL Club5 working relationships -- Financial position - SOANFC are fortunate that they are take some time to come to fruition. Creating-a pathway from junior footliall fo senior football The AFL Scholarship program has reinvigorated AFL clubs in a strong financial position even relative to current Premier Impact on First Division - It is recognised that a is a key strategy in establishing quality competitions. Game interest in the local Sydney market and assisted in senior SAFL Division club levels and are not substantially affected by the SUANFC promotion may possiblely leave a gap in the First development at the primary and secondary level will remain clubs forming direct ties with some of the more proactive AFL changes to the student union allocation (VSU). Division competition. It is not the expectation that the SUANFC the focus of AFL (NSW/ACT) until significant inroads and clubs. Benefits of such arrangements have been primarily Junior Programs - There is a view that Premier Division footprint will be lost to First Division as every effort will be growth is achieved. This, in time, will establish a healthy base administrative support and expertise, while also providing clubs should all have a team in the Uner 18 age group. Whilst made to replace the existing teams with additional numbers and feeder system for the Sydney AFL. opportunities for personal development of playing and 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 coaching talent. No doubt this helps lift the professionalism of have some existing clubs with multiple teams, and some anticipated that not all existing First Division player will wish 1.lmprove the administration standards and financial the competition, attracts quality people to Sydney and gives 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 viability of all clubs our talented players increased exposure in their efforts to step particular Premier Division clubs to fulfil game development University base of population. We recognise the need to commit additional support into the national competition. responsibilities has not changed. In addition we are seeking to bolster First Division in to the development of Sydney AFL clubs. Club development SUANFC provides strong access to a broad University the short term with the readmission of Nor West Jets back initiatives assist clubs become stronger in their off-field 6.Fixtures and venues community, strong ties with independent schools and good into the First Division competition in 2007, plus the addition management and assist in attracting more players, volunteers, Over the past four years dedicated resources have been relationships with local junior clubs eg. Newtown Swans. This of potentially another new club and SUANFC still providing sponsors, members and local government support. 2006 in place to work with clubs, local councils and various State may provide a vehicle for a future under 18 seniors and reserves in this competition in 2007 or 2008. required significant focus in the management of the and sporting bodies to secure more facilities and facilities All senior clubs are encouraged to'service'the number of Number of senior teams in Region - Concern is competition. There is a recognition that this area has been of higher quality. Withers Road, Blacktown, Picken Oval, the junior clubs in their region as part of the club pyramid model. raised regarding the capacity of the region to support another under-resourced and a commitment has been made to provide Showgrounds are all venues that in the next couple of years Sydney University venue - The existing SU No. 1 Oval Premier Division Club, from a sponsorship and player talent an additional full time resource as well as comprehensive will come on line as a result of this work. The AFL television is consistent in size to the Village Green oval. Whilst we are perspective. program for club development in 2007. rights deal will also see the AFL inject more funds into the NSW seeking to moving away from using smaller ovals the facility SUANFC do not have a philosophy of providing player market, some of which will be used for venues and will greatly at Sydney University is of a high standard and meets the payments so the expectation that the club will draw existing 2.lmprove the quality and quantity of umpires in all assist in creating more opportunities so that Sydney will be current standards that have been set. Henson Park is likely to players from other Premier Division clubs whilst not completely grades able to cater for the growing demand. host a number of SUANFC matches in 2007 also. The further nullified should be minimised. The club already has a strong In 2006 a full-time resource in Graham Glassford was development of an on- campus facility, St Paul's Oval (which sponsorship base and its capacity to draw from within the employed for the first time to manage and promote umpiring 7.Commercial opportunities has the potential to be developed to cater for Premier Division University and the substantial past player network as a result of requirements) provides the club with a number of options. the elevation to Premier Division is enhanced. SUANFC will be in NSW and develop effective programs to develop high Is still an area of concern with sensitive issues around It is quite clear to that a promotion to Premier Division offering sporting/academic scholarships as they do now. quality umpires in greater quantities through effective protected national sponsors and potential opportunities that will significantly increase SUANFC's leverage as a club to access It has been identified that the inner city requires another junior development programs. Graham will be assisted by add value to our branding. The AFL supports all levels game on-campus facilities. First Division club presence to cater for the growing numbers the provision of a second full time resource in the form of an development in NSW and the ACT with money created by such Commitment & plan for establishing Senior of inner city players who currently have no access locally to Umpire Development Officer. important national partners. - 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 3.Competition Configuration 8.Sydney Swans return to the SAFL competition participation in the Club Reward initiative, by being one of nine city teams). The channelling of these numbers into the First Promotion/Relegation was explored at length in 2006 and At this stage is not an immediate prospect. Improving clubs providing resources to work with local schools and junior Division will assist in strengthening that competition. SUANFC it was assessed that while such a system has merit it is not the facilities and playing standards will assist the facilitation of clubs with development support and other activities. The club has committed to potentially filling that void. correct fit for this market at this time. That may change in the their return. has already committed to playing a number of First Division I 12: visit sydneyafl.com.au SYDNEY AFL RECORD: 13 A I