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Minis & Juniors Registration Information

Hi to all parents and players,

Welcome to The Cove Football Club Season 2018. The new committee has been working hard during the off season to ensure a smooth start to this year.

If you have any queries our President Tony Kernahan 0409632378, Junior Coordinator James Fuller 0478589861 or Minis coordinator Glenn Taylor 0409 808 996 who can help with your enquires.

Attached are the forms you will need to return to the club on the Cove information night: Minis: Friday February 23th 2018 @ the Club 6-7pm If you can’t attend the registration night the forms and link can be emailed to you via the club secretary [email protected] or can be accessed via the club website. As Mini’s training starts on Friday, 23 March the teams need to be organized prior so therefore it is important that all registrations are completed online and payments made by: 16 March 2018. Southern Football League (SFL) Competition

The Cove Football Club Sunday Competition plays within the Southern Football League (SFL).

As part of this league, Mini’s Under 8’s – Under 12’s do not play a final series and no league ladder or scores are kept. The emphasis in these grades is about having fun, participation and learning basic football skills. A ‘Lightning Carnival’ will be held for these age groups, usually at the end of the season. The Cove FC does not alter their teams in these events.

Age Qualification Date

The SFL’s age qualifications Under 8 players need to be turning age 7 or 8 in 2018 Under 10 players need to be turning age 9 or 10 in 2018 Under 12 players need to be turning 11 or 12 in 2018 Under 13 players need to be turning 12 or 13 in 2018

Player Rostering

Due to a limited amount of players allowed on the ground at one given time, Under 8’s = 12 players, Under 10’s= 15 players, U12-U17.5 = 18 players. Rostering of players may be necessary in some teams. This will be applied so that all players receive a fair opportunity to play. In the event that a player is sick or has a planned absence on a match day, please advise your coach/team manager as soon as possible so the roster can be adjusted fairly.

Even if you are rostered off, all players are encouraged to attend the match and bring their playing gear as sickness or injury may result in a position becoming available before the start of the game. If you are rostered off, your presence to support your teammates will be appreciated. Remember, everyone is part of the team and contributes to the team's success.

Recruit a mate!

Whilst some team lists may be full, after registration night there may be some vacancies in certain grades. In this situation, our experience is that the best recruiting method is for players to bring out a mate.

Talk to your coach to check first. If there is room in your team for another player, let your mates know we would welcome them at Cove Football Club. Then contact [email protected] who will send relevant registration information to the potential recruit.

Player Insurance

All financial players are covered by the AFL insurance scheme which assist in covering non- Medicare costs which may arise as a result of injury.

Mouthguards

Our sponsor Jays Dentures 0431837073 will assist in all mouth guard fittings. If you have private extras cover mouth guards may have little or no out of pocket expense.

Mouthguards are a requirement of Cove FC & SFL NO MOUTHGUARD NO PLAY.

Drink Up

It is expected that all players arrive at games and training properly hydrated and that during games and training they continually drink fluids provided.

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Online registration

All players are required to register with the SFL via the Sporting Pulse website. If you do not register with the SFL, you will not be allowed to play as you will not be insured.

Returning players You will receive an email to re-register for the 2018 season with a link to the registration form. If you do not receive an email it may be because your details on Sporting Pulse are incorrect. Payment is now required online when you register. For hardship cases please contact the Treasurer (Aaron Evans) [email protected] to arrange a payment plan. New Player Registration 2018

• Go to the SFL Home Page on Sporting Pulse http://websites.sportstg.com/assoc_page.cgi?assoc=6133 • Select SFL Player Registration 2018 login • Scroll down and select ‘Cove’ • Click on the 3rd option ( I am registering to participate in this club for the first time or transitioning from Auskick to Junior Football ) • Fill in basic info • Fill in extra info • Summary – You have registered with Cove, your name and password will appear. Please take note of these details as they have been emailed to you.

If payment is unsuccessful through the registration form please make your payment for Player Membership via online banking :

Cove Football Club

BSB: 035088

Account Number : 122861

• Please email Club Secretary at [email protected] to advise when your payment has been made through internet banking. • Please email a copy ( Photo is ok) of the players birth Certificate/ Student ID and/or Drivers licence for new players to [email protected]

SA Government Sports Voucher Program

If your child (children) is in Primary School (most Mini’s will be) and you wish to use the $50 sports voucher from the SA Government, you have the option when registering online to use the sports voucher and pay a reduced membership fee. Please remember that only one Sports Voucher can be used per child per Calendar year. 4

Fees for 2018:

Minis U8, U10, U12 : $140

Juniors: U13, U15, U17.5 : $230

Volunteers

We still require additional coaches as well as Team Managers for the 2018 season. There is the likelihood of : 4 -5 x U8 teams 4 xU10 teams 2x U12 teams 1x U13 , U15 & U17.5 teams registered in 2018.

If you are interested but don’t have coaching accreditation the Cove Football Club will assist with obtaining the required training.

For Minis : Please contact Glenn Taylor on 0409 808 996 if you can help.

For Juniors : Please contact James Fuller on 0478589861 if you can help.

Please keep a look out for further announcements about the Minis this year on the Club’s Facebook page ‘The Cove Football Club Inc’

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Minis Information

• Training for Mini’s starts Friday 23th March 2018 • All Mini’s games start on Sunday 29th April 2018 • U8 Carnival will be held on the 5th August 2018 – @Cove • U10 Carnival will be held on the 12th August 2018-Venue to be confirmed • U12 Carnival will be held on the 19th August 2018-Venue to be confirmed. • Mini’s Coordinator is Glenn Taylor 0409 808 996

Training Requirements

Training is held at Cove Football Club, Oval Road, Hallett Cove every Friday night:

Under 8’s training starts at 5.30pm

Under 10’s training starts at 6 pm

Under 12’s training starts at 6.30pm

All players are expected to attend training on a weekly basis.

Football is a team game and part of this process is training together to ensure the team plays well on match day. All players MUST WEAR a mouth guard for their own protection. This will be enforced in the interest of player welfare. NO MOUTH GUARD NO PLAY. After training we have presentations in the clubrooms for each age group where information is distributed and best performers are recognised. Players are asked to stay until all presentations are completed. Please note that if your child is injured in a game then the Coach and Senior First Aid attendant will attend to that Player. Parents are NOT allowed on the ground during a game.

Minis Coaches:

• Under 8 Red Coach :Aaron Evans 0405605771 • Under 8 Blue Coach : TBA • Under 8 Black Coach : Brenton King 0414711944 • Under 8 White Coach: TBA • Under 10 Red Coach: Anthony Warden 0415119255 • Under 10 Blue Coach : Daniel Wojtaski 0408891799 • Under 10 Black Coach: Scott Gill 0419036533 • Under 10 White Coach: Dave Egan 0418183886 • Under 12 Red Coach : Darren Thomas 0418846586 • Under 12 Blue Coach : Jonathon Grant 0402435855

Each team requires:

• Minis Coordinator ( for all teams) • Coach • Team Manager • Goal umpire • First aid attendant

Our Expectations: During the season, all parents are expected to volunteer their time to help out with Game day BBQ, oval set up and packing away, washing guernseys, goal umpire, and helping at training. A roster will be provided by your team manager on when you are required to volunteer your time. If you cannot fulfil your rostered job/s, please let your team manager know well in advance. If you are rostered and fail to turn up, your child may be benched and will not participate with the game you are rostered on.

The Cove Football Club relies on volunteers to help and contribute. Games may be cancelled if parents are unable to help !!

Match day details

All players are expected at the ground a minimum of 30 minutes prior to the game, unless advised differently by the coach. Players should ensure they are ready to play as soon as possible after their arrival at the ground. Coaches may require warm-ups and a team meeting.

Game Start Times

These times are set by the SFL: Sunday

• Under 8 9.00am • Under 10 10.00am • Under 12 11.00am

In line with SFL Policy the following applies to Sunday Mini’s teams • No premiership win or loss points will be awarded or recorded • No finals series to be played • No publication of premiership ladders • No publication of match results

There will be a BBQ operating every Friday night and the Club bar is open for meals and drinks.

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Juniors : U13 and U15

• Training starts Wednesday 31 Jan, and then every Monday and Wednesday evening at 5.30pm-7pm until after Cricket season ( then change to Tues & Thurs). • First game commences on Saturday 14th April 2018 with more details to follow • Presentations occur every Saturday night: 6pm for home games, 6.30pm for away games. • Game day attire: Players are expected to present to each game wearing the Club Polo, black pants and back shoes • Players are expected to wear club attire to presentations. • Club merchandise can be purchased at the club. • Guernseys will be provided to players on game days.

Reporting of Injuries

All players should immediately report any new injury at training to their Coach. Then they should report to their trainers for assessment.

Trainers are required at every match. The trainers will have the final say if a player is not to return to the field. This is an important issue related to our risk management and insurance. If a player has ice administered, the ruling from SFL is that that player is not to return to the field.

The CFC will be providing a qualified sport trainer/first aider to deal with injuries at training. Players should respect our trainers and follow their instructions to allow for proper recovery.

Players should seek proper medical advice on any prolonged injury. Please don’t try and play if you are unfit, as this is not fair to either yourself or your teammates.

Please note that if your child is injured during a game then the Trainers are the only personnel able to attend to the player. At no stage are parents allowed onto the ground during a game.

All players MUST WEAR a mouth guard for their own protection. This will be enforced in the interest of player welfare. NO MOUTH GUARD NO PLAY.

Junior Coaches:

• Under 13 Coach; Darren Shortridge 0408080261 • Under 15 Coach; Joshua Penney 0407254291 • Under 17.5 Coach; Jared Millington 0409944011

Match day details

Arrival times for games

Game Start Times

These times are set by the SFL: Saturday

• Under 13 8.15am • Under 15 9.35 am • Under 17.5 11.10am

Each Team requires :

• Trainers • Team Manager ( develop BBQ & canteen roster) • Goal umpire • Boundary umpire • Runner • Water runners • Time keeper ( Juniors) • Scoreboard attendants

During the season, all parents are expected to volunteer their time to help out with Game day BBQ and/or Canteen. A roster will be provided by your team manager on when you are required to volunteer your time. If you cannot fulfil your rostered job it is your responsibility to arrange a swap well in advance. If you are rostered and fail to turn up, your child may be benched or not play the next game.

Without parents and players volunteering for roles, games may be cancelled!

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PLAYERS CODE OF CONDUCT

This Code of Conduct identifies the key principles that as a player with the Cove Football Club will abide by.

The Code of Conduct provides the basis for fair play and encourages fun, friendship and a safe environment for all involved.

Parents/Guardians -Please read this in conjunction with the Parent/Guardian Code of Conduct and discuss with your child.

As a player I will:

• Respect the history of the Cove Football Club.

• Play by the rules. • Never argue with an Official of the game – umpire, coach or administrator. • Control my temper at all times. • Never verbally abuse officials or other players. • Not provoke my opponent. • Work equally hard for myself and my team. • Recognise good play whether made by a team mate or opposition player. • Treat all participants as you would like to be treated. • Never bully or take unfair advantage of a team mate or opposition player. • Cooperate with my coach and team mates. • Participate for my own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and coaches. • Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. • Play the game in the correct spirit and respect the opposition team.

The Committee of the Cove Football Club views serious breaches of this Code of Conduct and will enforce penalties of any player/parent who breaches it.

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PARENT/GUARDIAN CODE OF CONDUCT

This code of conduct identifies the key principles that as a parent/guardian with the Cove Football Club will abide by.

This Code of Conduct also outlines the Southern Football League’s Parent/Spectator Rule Breach policy.

The Code of Conduct provides the basis for fair play and encourages fun, friendship and a safe environment for all involved.

As a parent/guardian I will:

• Encourage players to participate, not force them. • Focus on the players efforts, not winning or losing. • Encourage players to always play according to the rules and to settle disagreements without resorting to hostility or violence. • Never ridicule or yell at a player for making a mistake. • Remember players learn best by example. • Respect the decisions of all officials and teach players to do the same. • Recognise good performances and skilful plays by all participants. • Not use foul language, sledge or harass players, coaches or officials. • Support all efforts to remove all verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities. • Congratulate all participants on their performance regardless of the outcome of the game. • Condemn the use of violence in any form whether it is by spectators, players, coaches or officials. • Show respect to the opposing team. • Show respect and appreciate the efforts of volunteer coaches, officials and administrators. • Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.

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PARENT/GUARDIAN CODE OF CONDUCT cont..

The Southern Football League promotes a positive game day environment in accordance with the Spirit of the Game and the parent/spectator code of behaviour. Should a parent/spectator behave in a manner which breaches the Parent/Spectator Code of Conduct, the umpire will be permitted to do the following for every breach:

• Stop the game by blowing the whistle and holding up a blue card ( minis). • The umpire will indicate the parent/spectator to both Mini League Co-ordinators. • The incident will result in an official report to the Southern Football League. • Following the receipt of a second breach from the same team, that team will automatically be fined $100 by the Southern Football League. The Cove Football Club WILL pass this fine onto both the offending parents/spectators. • Failure to pay the fine may result in the possibility of your child being deemed unregistered until the fine is paid, thus not being able to play. • If a club receives 3 BLUE CARDS from the SAME TEAM ON ANY MATCH DAY, the umpire will call off the game and the club and the parent/spectator found in breach will be required to attend the SFL Investigations committee. • The SFL Investigations committee will review each incident. The penalties could include your team NOT being invited to participate in the end of season Mini League Carnival. • Repeat offenders over the course of the season will have a club imposed sanction/penalty which will be determined by the Committee of the Cove Football Club. Such penalties may include written and verbal warnings, monetary fines or game day suspensions.

Disciplinary Committee

The Committee of the Cove Football Club views breaches of the Code of Conduct as serious, and will enforce penalties of any parent/guardian who breaches it. A Disciplinary Committee has been appointed for the 2018 season. Any player, parent or spectator that contravenes the CFC Code of Conduct may face the Disciplinary committee and face appropriate disciplinary action.

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PHOTOGRAPHY CONSENT (Parents and Children)

The Cove Football Club recognises the need to ensure the welfare and safety of all young people in sport.

In accordance with our Child Protection Policy, we will not permit photographs, videos or other images of young people to be taken without the consent of parents/guardians and children.

From time to time, the Cove Football Club may publish photographic and/or video images of young people on its website, newsletter or on social media sites including Facebook to both communicate and promote their participation in our sporting organisation.

The Cove Football Club will use the following guidelines for the use of photographic or video images:

• The interests and welfare of children taking part in Australian Rules Football is of paramount importance to the Cove Football Club. • Children and their parent/guardian have a right to decide whether their photograph is taken and how those images may be used. • No personal details (including the use of names) will be published with any image which may otherwise lead to the identification of that child. • All images taken and published will depict them is suitable attire applicable to their participation in Australian Rules Football.

The Cove Football Club will take all steps to ensure these images are used solely for the purposes they are intended. If you become aware that these images are being used inappropriately you should inform the Cove Football Club immediately.

If you do not consent to your child being photographed and/or published in Cove Football Club promotional material, please let us know.

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HEAT POLICY The Cove Football Club Hot Weather Policy has been adapted from the SANFL Hot Weather Policy and will assist volunteers, players, officials and spectators to undertake necessary action in cases of extreme hot weather. This is to prevent injury, and possible death, from heat illness by recognizing and managing potentially dangerous heat situations.

The Cove Football Club recognises that the risk of an elevated body temperature from high intensity sport in a hot environment is significant, and can lead to heat illness presented as heat exhaustion and heat stroke. The Cove Football Club also recognizes that children are at a higher risk than adults. Symptoms can be worse if fluid replacement during exercise is inadequate which leads to fluid loss and dehydration. Training/Competitions in Hot Weather The Cove Club Head Trainer or person acting in this capacity where the Head Trainer is not available shall check the forecast temperature at 6pm the day before the event on the Australian Bureau of Meteorology website - www.bom.gov.au. Based on the forecast temperature, the following action will be taken regarding the event:

Risk of Heat Ambient Recommended Management Illness Temperture for sports activities All Grades Time interval between available drinks no more than 15minutes, with a break 26 - 30 Moderate sufficient for all players to replenish fluids. Overall duration of session to be 60- 90 minutes. Seniors: Time interval between available drinks no more than 15 minutes, with a break sufficient for all players to replenish fluids. Activity intensity to be reduced to moderate pace with breaks in intensity Overall duration of session to be 60-90 minutes Juniors: High - very 31 - 35 Outdoor activities modified with reduction in intensity and increased drink high break sufficient for players to replenish fluids. Interval between breaks no more than 10 minutes with use of shade as much as possible. Overall duration of session limited to 60 minutes. Sub Junior: All activities cancelled

Seniors: No outdoor activities to be conducted between 10am and 4pm. Water based activities or activities in air conditioned indoor facilities may be conducted but 36 and above Extreme must be modified to prevent heat stress. Modified outside activity only in consultation with Head Trainer . All Junior and Sub Junior training cancelled

Where there has been a change in the temperature after 6pm the evening before the training or game the trainer on duty shall refer back to the above chart to advise coaches and officials on the activity and intensity of such that can be conducted after the trainer on duty has taken the temperature prior to the activity commencing. Players and officials shall be encouraged to drink fluid prior to and during all competitions and training sessions to avoid dehydration, and for rehydration following competitions and training sessions.

In all competitions and training sessions the Cove Football Club shall ensure that there is an adequate supply of water for drinking and refreshment, and the appropriate drinks breaks are taken as necessary during these competitions or training sessions. Players and officials with any symptoms of heat illness shall immediately cease exercising. They shall have immediate first aid treatment including Strip/Soak/Fan (strip off any excess clothing and rest in a shaded area, soak or spray with water and rehydrate, and fan) to reduce body temperature as quickly as possible. This person shall immediately be referred for treatment by a medical professional.

VOLUNTEERS

The involvement of volunteers at Cove Football Club is the key to success and long term sustainability of the Club. The commitment volunteers make in terms of their time is substantial. Volunteers are vital to the successful running of Cove Football Club. Clubs rely on volunteers to take an active interest in the future of their organisation and their specific roles within it. As a part of the Cove community it is required that each member is to donate a few hours of their time over the course of the season. This time can be utilised in the following ways:

How can you help? On the Field: • Minis Coordinator ( See Glenn Taylor for more details) • Team Manager • First Aid attendant ( Minis) • Goal umpires • Boundary umpires ( Juniors) • Water runners ( Juniors) • Become a trainer ( Senior First Aid required) • Time keeper ( Juniors) • Set up and cleaning of the grounds before & after a home game • Scoreboard attendants ( Juniors)

Off the field: • Wash guernseys • Help in the canteen • Help in the BBQ • Help on the gate on game days • Assisting in oval set up and clean up for social events • Join the committee

A volunteer roster will be given to each Team Manager to roster parents for duties during the season and it is an expectation that this is adhered to. If you are unable to do your shift, please find someone to do your shift for you and let the team manager and a committee member know.

More hands make light work, every little bit helps— the club cannot run without you!

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CLUB SONG

Cheers boys, cheers boys, cheers the boys from Cove

The deadly Cove Cobras strike again, strike again

We’re mighty bunch of fellows and everyone’s a star

You’ll find us at the footy

We’re the best team by far

For all acquaintance be forgot

Keep you’re eyes on the red, white and blue

Up the Cove.

Club Addresses

Name Address Map Ref.

ALDINGA PORT ROAD ALDINGA BEACH 5173

BRIGHTON PRIMARY SCHOOL OVAL HIGHET AVENUE HOVE

CHRISTIES BEACH CHRISTIE AVE CHRISTIES BEACH 5165

CHRISTIES BEACH PRIMARY SCHOOL 46 Maturin Avenue CHRISTIES BEACH 5165

CITY MAZDA STADIUM 57 MILNER ROAD RICHMOND 5133

COVE OVAL ROAD HALLETT COVE 5158

FLAGSTAFF HILL COROMANDEL STREET FLAGSTAFF HILL 5159

GLIDEROL STADIUM BRIGHTON ROAD GLENELG EAST 5045

HACKHAM DOCTORS ROAD HACKHAM 5163

HACKHAM FC SOCCER OVAL DOCTORS ROAD HACKHAM

HAPPY VALLEY TAYLORS ROAD HAPPY VALLEY 5159

HICKINBOTHAM OVAL 1 LOVELOCK DRIVE NOARLUNGA DOWNS 5168

MORPHETT VALE 4 WHEATSHEAF ROAD MORPHETT VALE 5162

NOARLUNGA PATAPINDA ROAD OLD NOARLUNGA 5168

OSB/LONSDALE SHERRIFFS ROAD MORPHETT VALE 5162

OSB/LONSDALE 2

Penneshaw Oval The Lane Penneshaw 5222

PORT NOARLUNGA BRITTAIN AVENUE PORT NOARLUNGA 5167

REYNELLA OVAL ROAD OLD REYNELLA 5161

South Adelaide Zone Room

STRATHALBYN F.C. Coronation Rd, Noalunga Downs 5255

Committee

Welcome to the Cove Football Club Season 2018. The new committee has been working hard during the off season to ensure a smooth start to this year.

The 2018 Cove Committee consists of:

President Tony Kernahan Vice President Keith Evans Secretary Nicky Moore Treasurer Aaron Evans Assistant Treasurer Verity Morris Football Ops Senior Shane Grieve Mini Coordinator Glenn Taylor Fundraising Keith Evans Head Trainer Marc Taylor Grounds TBA Equipment Brian Morton Players rep TBA Merchandise Verity Morris / Kerri Wansbrough Social Media / Nicky Moore, Kerri Wansbrough, Website Marc Taylor

PLAYER MEDICAL FORM. (Please provide to your trainer or Coach)

Name______Date of Birth______

Address______

Telephone Home______Work______Mobile______

Email ______

Medicare number______Position on card ______

GENERAL MEDICAL HISTORY

Do you suffer from any of the following (PLEASE CIRCLE):

ASTHMA YES/NO Details______( please provide a copy of your Asthma Plan to the trainers)

DIABETES YES/NO Details______

YES/NO Details______EPILEPSY YES/NO Details______HEART DISEASE YES/NO Details______MIGRAINES

ALLERGIES YES/NO Details______

OTHER______

______

INJURIES

CHRONIC (long standing)______

______

ACUTE (recent)______

______

MEDICATIONS

Prescribed______

______

CONTACT LENSES YES/NO

EMERGENCY CONTACT

Relatiponship to Player :______

Contact number:______

Ambulance cover: YES / NO

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The Cove Football Club

The Cove Football Club is a Family & community based Football club which started in 1984. Our Club has grown significantly since this time and our aim is to build the club sponsorship base by establishing stronger ties with the business community. Your company can assist us by purchasing a Player Sponsorship package outlined below. In return, Cove Football Club will make every effort to assist in enhancing your company’s image in the community, and among our growing membership. This will include promoting your company’s name, brand and products on our website, on Social Media and in our clubrooms and at club functions and events.

$100 Player Sponsorship

• A sponsored player photo with your company details displayed in the clubrooms, • A sponsored player photo with your company details for you to display, • Your company details displayed on our website, • An invitation to a sponsors day at Cove Football Club during the season

If you are interested in sponsoring a player, please complete this form. In addition, please email your company logo to the email address below, so it can be displayed in our clubrooms and on our website. Company name:

Contact Person: Email:

Address:

Website: www.

Phone:

Name of Sponsored Player:

A brief description of what your business does:

Please email your company logo to [email protected] for display in our clubrooms and on our Website.www.covecobras.com, Facebook: The Cove Football Club Inc.

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