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The West End JFC Committee 2008 Yearbook http://westendjfc.vcfl.com.au/default.asp Table of Contents Presidents Report ...................................................................... 3 Treasurer’s Report ..................................................................... 4 The West End J.F.C Committee...................................................... 5 U10’s Coaching Staff and Team Photo.............................................. 6 U10’s ..................................................................................... 7 U12’s Coaching Staff and Team Photo.............................................. 8 U12’s ..................................................................................... 9 U14’s Coaching Staff and Team Photo............................................. 10 U14’s .................................................................................... 11 U16’s Coaching Staff and Team Photo............................................. 12 U16’s .................................................................................... 13 50 & 100 Game information ......................................................... 14 50 Games .................................................................................................................14 100 Games ...............................................................................................................14 2008 Interleague ...................................................................... 15 Best & Fairest Results ................................................................ 16 League Best & Fairest Results.................................................................................16 West End JFC Results..............................................................................................16 President’s Award....................................................................................................16 Best Clubperson Award ...........................................................................................16 MBF High Marks Program ............................................................. 17 Other Player Achievements.......................................................... 18 State Interschool Football Championships ..............................................................18 East vs West.............................................................................................................18 End of Season Ladder Details U10’s & U12’s...................................... 19 U10’s........................................................................................................................19 U12’s........................................................................................................................19 End Of Season Ladder Details & Top 10 Goal Kicking U14’s.................... 20 U14’s........................................................................................................................20 Top 10 Goal Kickers U14’s .....................................................................................20 End Of Season Ladder Details & Top 10 Goal Kicking U16’s.................... 21 U16’s........................................................................................................................21 Top 10 Goal Kickers U16’s .....................................................................................21 25th Anniversary in 2008............................................................. 22 West End Sponsors .................................................................... 23 Award Sponsors.......................................................................................................23 Raffle Sponsors........................................................................................................23 West End JFC – 2008 Yearbook Page 2 Of Presidents Report What a great experience it has been to be President of the West End Junior Football Club this year. The achievements of the club have been nothing short of fantastic and it’s been a privilege to have been involved. I’d like to express my thanks to the Committee, for all their hard work, effort and dedication to make this year a memorable one for all involved. Thanks to the spouses & partners of our coaching staff who have supported them throughout the year so that they could put the huge effort that they have into their teams on training nights and match days. I’d also like to thank all the parent volunteers who helped with numerous tasks on training nights and match days, without that support from parents the club would struggle. The season began well with signs of a great year after the Lightening Premiership where all four teams played very well. At the end of the season we had our U12’s, U14’s and U16’s all playing in the Grand Final. Congratulations to our U12’s team who won every game, including the Grand Final. The time and effort that Max Cunico, Stan Lazaris, Julie Scott and Andrew Jenkins put into their team was tremendous. Our U14’s and U16’s played great football all year and all players from both of these teams should be very proud of how much they have all improved over the season and for getting into the Grand Final. Whilst both teams were defeated they all put in hard on the day and were courageous in their tackling and chasing down the ball. I can’t wait to see the teams play next year as I think they will only become stronger and more skilled and will be hard to beat. Thanks to the coaching staff of both teams who have all been dedicated and supportive of each other in making the player’s football experience an enjoyable one. Congratulations also to our U10’s team who, in comparison to season 2007, had a great year with a number of great wins. Season 2009 looks promising for this team. We also started the year well when the club purchased new equipment for training sessions and match days. A number of fund-raising activities were held over the season with a bus trip to the MCG to watch the Tigers maul the Mighty Hawks. This was a big hit with those who went on the trip. Because the trip went so well, the committee are looking at doing something similar next year. I also had the privilege to be President of the club in the year that it celebrated its 25th Anniversary. A dinner was organised by the 25th Anniversary Sub-committee and the night was one to remember. It was a pleasure to meet the Club’s Life Members and past players and their families. Overall, the night was a great success and I pass on my sincerest appreciation to the 25th Anniversary Sub-committee for doing a fantastic job in preparing for and organising the night. Whilst we didn’t have any league Best & Fairest winners, our players polled well and everyone should be proud of their great efforts during the season. I hope all of the players enjoyed their year at West End JFC and I hope to see you all again next year. Terry Spector President West End JFC – 2008 Yearbook Page 3 Of Treasurer’s Report In the 25th Year of the West End JFC, the Club had a successful and productive year financially. At the beginning of the 2007-2008 season, we had an opening bank balance of $8,823.66 and concluded with a balance of $12,210.10. West End JFC registered 89 players this season, for a total of $6,640 in Registration Fees. We received $1,450 for our share of the Canteen (2007). From the Registration Fees and Canteen income, we paid the T&DJFL $3,300; VCFL $2,545; Trophies (2007) $1,143.25, Presentation Day (2007) and Jumper Presentation Night catering. As part of the 25th Anniversary Year the club purchased 150 Caps, at a cost of $1,567.50. Every registered player received a Cap as part of their Registration Fees. $175 worth of Caps were sold during the season. An Anniversary Dinner was held in July where a Raffle and Jumper Auction was conducted. From the entire function the club generated $1,587.50 profit. For the first time the Club sold Warm Up Jackets. In all, 45 jackets were sold, generating a small profit of $168.50. The Club purchased 11 jackets for the Coaching Staff and the Secretary at a cost of $302.50. We received $1,350 in financial support from our generous Sponsors. Our major sponsors were Traralgon West Cricket Club, Cavalier Homes and Karl’s Mega Sports. A Jumper Grant of $960.00 was obtained and was used to purchase 20 new jumpers. A major upgrade of equipment was done at the start of the season, with the Club spending $1,632.66 ($1,332.66 Club funds plus $300 donation from Karl’s Mega Sports). We purchased 11 Warm Up Jackets for Coaching Staff and the Secretary, 24 drink bottles, 2 water bottle crates, 2 water cans, 2 whiteboards, 2 leather footballs, 16 training footballs, 3 airhorns and refills, 10 training cones, a timer, 4 fluro vests and updated all first aid kits. A Bus Trip was run to the Hawthorn vs. Richmond game at the MCG in August, where we were fortunate enough to receive free tickets from the AFL & Richmond F.C. Frank McEntee organised a bus at an excellent rate. During the season the Club won $1,000 worth of Sports equipment from Telstra and 90 Meat Pies from Patties and Gold1242. Sharleen Barry Treasurer West End JFC – 2008 Yearbook Page 4 Of The West End J.F.C Committee Terry Spector Mark Trew President Vice President Jackie Nelson Sharleen Barry Secretary Treasurer Bernie Coffey Stan Lazaris Risk Management Officer League Delegate Nicole Hartley Canteen Coordinator West End JFC – 2008 Yearbook Page 5 Of U10’s Coaching Staff and Team Photo Front Row: Joshua Smith, Steven Armatas, Abhishek
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