Football 2006 Annual Review Football Victoria 2006 Annual Review

Chairman’s Report ...... 4-6 Football Victoria Development ...... 30-40

Board of Directors ...... 7 FVD Board and Awards ...... 41

Strategic Plan ...... 8-9 Results Community Football ...... 42-43

CEO’s Review ...... 10-13 Financial Summary ...... 44-45

TRUenergy Victorian Football League ...... 14-17 Marketing ...... 46-47

TAC Cup ...... 18-21 Graduates to the AFL ...... 48-49

Umpiring ...... 22-23 Football Victoria People ...... 50

Administration and Regions ...... 24-29 Structure of Australian Football ...... 51

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Chairman’s Report BOB TREGEAR Chairman, Football Victoria Victorian football thriving,‘‘ but challenges await

Planning for and funding the provision and maintenance of suffi cient grounds is a major challenge for all outdoor sporting codes.

f growth is a measure of success, then Football in through from future AFL national partnerships. In turn, Victoria is indeed in a healthy state. Since 1994, this will provide increased resources to boost football Ipositive ‘‘growth in total participation numbers at all levels across the state. Use of the AFL brand, the has been achieved in every single year. Community most recognised brand in Australian sport, will assist our club football participation recorded its third year of development staff in meeting the growing competition record-breaking growth across the state in 2006, and, from other sports and leisure pursuits. despite competition from other codes and forms of There will be no change to the independence of the entertainment, Australian Football remains as the board of Football Victoria Ltd (trading as AFL Victoria), pre-eminent code for Victorians of all ages, both for or to the image of our state competitions. The VFL and participation and patronage. TAC Cup brands will continue to be the public face of our This is just reward for the efforts of the thousands of state league and peak talent development programs Victorians, most of whom are volunteers, who make the respectively. game possible. We look to this exciting change bringing us even closer Since the formation of the national AFL competition in to the AFL, working together in partnership to maintain 1990, responsibility for the development and co-ordination of and further strengthen football in Victoria. the game in Victoria has progressively been handed over to While we are proud of the growth achieved in recent the organisation known as Football Victoria. The transition years, that success exacerbates the already concerning was completed in 1999, with the appointment of the fi rst shortage of playing grounds. board of directors of Football Victoria Ltd. Planning for and funding the provision and maintenance By 2001, formal affi liation and license agreements had of suffi cient grounds is a major challenge for all outdoor been completed by Football Victoria and every football sporting codes and Australian Football in particular. Our organisation in the state – the fi rst time in over 140 years of game requires larger areas than most other sports, and the game’s history that total unity had been achieved. developers are reluctant to commit any more than the There is no doubt that Football Victoria, with the minimum quotas of expensive land to open space than is investment of more than $50 million by the AFL over the past required under planning laws. decade, has played a major role in the growth and status of Community expectations of safer and better-maintained Australian Football. facilities have added to the costs of ongoing maintenance, Recognising the infl uence of the AFL brand in the largely borne by local government. In some metropolitan marketplace and the strength and history of the bond areas, shortage of grounds has prompted councils to between Victorian football and the AFL, Football Victoria impose limits on the growth of football clubs because of the Ltd will adopt the trading name ‘AFL Victoria’, effective pressure on grounds. Adding to the problem, the extended February 19, 2007. drought casts a shadow of doubt over the availability of The change of trading name will deliver benefi ts in existing grounds in coming years due to water shortages. terms of commercial sponsorship arrangements fl owing A key priority for AFL Victoria now and into the future

4 The future of the game is in good hands, with an eager new generation of players (and umpires) coming through the ranks.

FOOTBALL VICTORIA ANNUAL REVIEW 2006 5 CHAIRMAN’S REPORT › BOB TREGEAR

will be to work with the AFL and local and state government Finally, to CEO Ken Gannon and all of the regional and agencies to ensure that the growth of the game is not head offi ce staff of Football Victoria I extend the sincere inhibited by a shortage of playing facilities. Among other thanks of the Board for their efforts in successfully things, this will involve lobbying for a change to state and managing all aspects of our operations in a climate of local planning regulations and the development of funding challenge and change. partnerships to meet both capital and recurrent costs. It is with mixed feelings that I express special thanks and At the elite level, our key challenge will be to consolidate appreciation to Ken for his contributions to Victorian football, the position of the TRUenergy VFL competition both as the particularly over the past 15 years. A former CEO of the best state league in and the link between talent Football Club, Ken was enlisted by the AFL in 1992 development programs and the AFL competition. No other to oversee the restructuring of Victorian football following state league faces the challenges of accommodating the formation of the national competition. overfl ow of listed players from 10 AFL clubs (those based in Since that time, he has driven the formation and Victoria) while striving to maintain state league club fi nancial development of both the TAC Cup and TRUenergy VFL viability and independence in a crowded marketplace. competitions and has travelled the length and breadth of the Despite those challenges, we believe that VFL clubs are best state in order to bring about the current unity of all football placed to service the needs of Victorian AFL clubs and represent organisations. He has also managed relationships with the our state in competition with others. We look forward to a AFL and state and local governments to ensure Victorian national review of second-tier competitions to be conducted football needs have been recognised and funded and has over coming months by the AFL, and also to our scheduled earned the enduring respect and friendship of football people state representative fi xture against the WAFL in May. throughout the state and nation. I take this opportunity to acknowledge the essential Ken will be leaving us on February 16, 2007 to take on a support of our major partners VicHealth, the TAC, TRUenergy new role with the AFL as Community Facility Development and the MCC Foundation who, along with a host of other Manager, reviewing the community facility needs of corporate partners, combine to make our task possible. Australian Football nationally. We will take a keen interest in We thank them for their commitment and look forward Ken’s new role and look forward to working with him. to continuing and extending our corporate relationships to On a personal note, I congratulate Ken on his mutual benefi t. appointment and extend my thanks and appreciation to The AFL continues to provide more than half of the total him not only for his professional commitment but for his annual revenue of Football Victoria through transfer fees, assistance and friendship over the journey. While the search program grants and capital development funds. On behalf for a new CEO has already commenced, Ken’s contributions of the entire Victorian football community, I extend sincere to Victorian football will be remembered and respected for thanks to AFL Chairman , CEO many years to come. and all other AFL commissioners and staff for their ongoing This is an exciting time of change and new challenges as support of the game in this state. Our relationship with the we move forward under the AFL Victoria brand. Our future AFL as partners in the delivery and development of football success will owe much to those who have contributed their will strengthen even further with the adoption of the time and effort to Victorian football over the past 15 years, trading name AFL Victoria. and particularly to Ken Gannon. Sincere thanks are extended to the members of the Board of Football Victoria for their dedication and efforts over the past year. Special thanks also to to the Chairmen of our major sub-committees – David Doherty, Peter Stedwell, John Jordan, and Grant O’Riley – for their valuable contributions and extended time commitments to the work of the Board. David and Grant also contributed signifi cant time and effort in consulting with all our stakeholders in the BOB TREGEAR, development of our new strategic plan. Chairman, Football Victoria Andrew Langford-Jones and Peter Quigley resigned from the Board in April and December 2006 respectively due to business commitments. Thank-you to Andrew and Peter for their contributions to the work of the Board. Tony Pinwill joined as a Board appointee in April 2006, replacing Andrew.

6 Board of Directors

Bob Tregear (Chairman) 2008 Ken Gannon (CEO) Chairman of Football Victoria’s One of Victoria’s most respected Board of Directors and director of football administrators with Leisure Management Consulting fi rm experience at both club and Thompson Tregear Pty Ltd. He was organisational level. He was CEO of president of Eastern Football League, the for six and a director of the former Victorian years before joining the AFL in 1991. Metropolitan Football League and He has been CEO of Football Victoria Victorian Football Association. since its establishment in 1999.

Geoff Almond 2006 David Doherty 2006 Retired from the position of national Consulting professional and past manager delivery – equipment and national chairman of the Logistics services systems, Australia Post. Association of Australia. David, Geoff has extensive experience as a a past president of the Victorian junior football administrator, sitting Metropolitan Football League, is the on junior club and league boards for chairman of the Football Victoria more than 20 years. Development Advisory Board.

John Hyett 2008 John Jordan SC 2006 Former mayor and councillor of Senior barrister. He was a the City of Sunshine and former 300-game player in amateur commissioner for the Shire of and country football, a former Melton. He is chairman/board senior coach at VAFA ‘A’ Grade member of many western level (1980), and has had extensive region community groups and experience as a local football has extensive experience as an administrator. administrator with the WRFL.

Grant O’Riley 2008 Tony Pinwill 2008 Founder and managing director of Regional director, southern region, one of Australia’s leading fi nancial for Collex Pty Ltd, which includes the planning organisations and has company’s South African operations. spent more than 25 years in the Played more than 400 games for fi nance sector. Spent two years at , served as VFL level and more than 10 years president of Donvale and the Box Hill in the VFA, including two fl ags and Hawks, and was a board member of regular state representation. the Eastern Football League.

Peter Quigley 2008 Peter Stedwell 2008 Resigned December 2006. Director of Solagran Limited General manager, city marketing and and Echo Resources Limited. development, Latrobe City Council. Peter was a director of the former Peter’s involvement in football has Victorian Football Association included positions with the VCFL, Board, a former player, coach and Mid Gippsland Football League and club president. the Yinnar Football and Netball Club. From Yinnar in Gippsland.

Directors are elected by Football Victoria members for four-year terms, with elections held every two years. The expiration date (year end) of each director’s term is detailed above.

FOOTBALL VICTORIA ANNUAL REVIEW 2006 7 Strategic Plan 2007-2009

OUR VISION To be the best state-based sporting organisation in Australia.

OUR MISSION To sustain and grow Australian Football as the most played, involved, watched and attended sport across Victoria for the benefit of participants, stakeholders and supporters while making a meaningful contribution to the health and well-being of all communities throughout Victoria.

OUR VALUES AFL Victoria will be recognised by the following behaviour: COMMUNITY WELL-BEING COLLABORATION Value and promote physical and mental wellbeing and Work collaboratively with and between each other, respect diversity of our on and off-field participants, recognising the contribution people make to football. supporters and the wider community. ACCOUNTABILITY COMMUNICATION Take responsibility at all times for our actions and exercise Listen and communicate openly and honestly. integrity in making honourable and informed decisions. ENJOYMENT EXCELLENCE Seek to create and sustain an environment that delivers Strive to optimise performance and reward excellence in enjoyment, safety and rewarding experiences for all all endeavours. participants and supporters. INNOVATION Nurture and reward in an environment that is focused on continuous improvement and innovation.

8 The Seven Points of the Strategic Plan

FUTURE PROSPERITY CAPTURE AND INFRASTRUCTURE 1 OF THE GAME 4 DEVELOP TALENT 6 AND RESOURCES Plan, develop, promote and build future Conduct premier state league Facilitate the provision and prosperity of the game of Australian competitions to maximise maintenance of necessary Football throughout Victoria in opportunities for individuals to infrastructure and capable human collaboration with the AFL. participate at higher levels. resources that allow for the game › Build participation across , › Capture and develop talented youth. to be played, clubs to be formed and schools and the clubs. › TAC Cup to be at the leading edge of leagues to run effective competitions. › Support player pathways. sport development. › Establish strong working › Attract, train and motivate volunteers, › VFL clubs to achieve high performance relationships with planners and umpires, coaches and trainers. standards on and off the field. decision-makers to increase › Facilitate quality environments for the › Increase VFL competition’s profile. awareness of the importance of enjoyment of participants. appropriate facilities and open space › Review AFL Victoria structure and CONTRIBUTING TO to play Australian Football. operations. 5 THE COMMUNITY › Facilitate planning to improve Make ongoing and measurable the provision of new or refurbished MEETING contribution to the health, safety, football facilities. 2 MEMBERS’ NEEDS well-being and prosperity of all Victorian › Continuously improve human Satisfy the needs of members and communities. resource policies and practices. constituents and facilitate their › Expand participation opportunities continued growth and ongoing success. for females, multicultural, indigenous REPRESENTING › Determine priority needs of members. and physically challenged population 7 THE INTERESTS OF › Encourage achievement of best segments. VICTORIAN FOOTBALL practices through leadership and › Develop partnerships with Effectively represent Australian Football support. government agencies and from a Victorian perspective and › Build the effectiveness of community community organisations. positively influence decision making forums. › Implement healthy football at the AFL and all levels of government › Align AFL Victoria funding to achieve environment practices. and regulatory bodies for the benefit member agreement obligations. › Promote the wider positive of all members, participants and community benefits flowing from the community. INNOVATIVE participation and quality football › Build on the important partnership 3 LEADERSHIP environments. with the AFL to meet future Develop and implement thought- challenges. provoking and ground-breaking initiatives › Collaborate with the AFL, AFL clubs via effective innovative leadership for and all state bodies to grow the Australian Football and position AFL game nationally. Victoria for ongoing future success. › Promote government statutory › Encourage and support the take-up of and regular reform for the benefit technology with common platforms. of football. › Collaborate with members to improve › Work with other relevant state efficiencies. sporting bodies. › Lead the initiation of local partnerships. › Seek non-traditional revenue sources.

FOOTBALL VICTORIA ANNUAL REVIEW 2006 9 Players from the Deer Park Lions (blue and gold guernsey) and Albanvale Cobras (blue and white) fly for a mark in a Western Region Football League match.

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CEO’s Review KEN GANNON CEO, Football Victoria Collaboration the key ‘‘ to long-term success

In 2006, we had more than just agreements; we had a genuine commitment to working together for the benefi t of Australian Football in this state.

ix years ago, Football Victoria’s vision for facilities that can be provided with a co-operative and Victorian football was to bring together strategic approach. Sthrough‘‘ membership agreements the Throughout this review, you will see the impact various football bodies from across the state; each football has on local communities and the social benefi ts with its own unique history and traditions and each that football promotes. We need to ensure those making vital contributions to the current strength who manage our scarce resources understand and and popularity of football today. acknowledge the signifi cant role Australian Football plays In 2006, we had more than just agreements; we had in the health and wellbeing of our community, for it will a genuine commitment to working together for the be the decisions they make that determine our ability to benefi t of Australian Football in this state. During the continue to grow participation. year, Football Victoria demonstrated the effectiveness There is no doubt that our close working relationship of having this professional membership group working with the AFL and its clubs has assisted us in our collaboratively and passionately, with signifi cant national development area, and with even tighter collaboration fl ow-ons as a result. anticipated, the future of Australian Football in this state is In an increasingly competitive market place, Victoria most healthy. recorded a 2.7 per cent growth in participation across Early in 2006, in conjunction with the AFL, we adopted a all segments. new development fee grant process, spreading the available Indeed, while these fi gures are strong, football’s funding ($1 million) to football across the state and thus dominance of the Victorian market is understated by a providing a solid, long-term strategic process to our factor we call ‘hidden participation’. For years, our player development planning. participation statistics have been based on an average of The AFL is a great supporter of Victorian Football. 25 players per team. However, statistics provided through AFL game development in particular works closely with our insurance program have indicated that our team our team across the various development segments averages are more likely to be 30 players per team. Such described within this review. In a major move, which both numbers would increase our player participation statistic acknowledges this support and positions us to move by 20 per cent. successfully into the future, Football Victoria will be trading This positive growth in participation brings with it as AFL Victoria in 2007. issues relating to the lack of facilities available for our Football Victoria has led the way in initiating new participants to play football. Over the past year we have programs that are subsequently adopted around the forged strong working relations with the AFL and federal, nation. In the face of increasing competition from other state and local governments to fi nd a remedy to this sports and forms of entertainment, this collaboration with issue. The opening of Casey Fields in Cranbourne earlier in the AFL and other state bodies, under the AFL brand, is 2006 as well as the unveiling of the new state umpiring critical to the ongoing success of Australian Football across centre at Collingwood, are just two examples of the the nation.

FOOTBALL VICTORIA ANNUAL REVIEW 2006 11 CEO’S REVIEW › KEN GANNON

An exhaustive strategic planning process was undertaken Sandringham president Gary Gilchrist, who tragically passed during the year, where input was sought from the away during the year, was not on hand to witness the stakeholders of Football Victoria into the future directions of historic win. football in the state. This strategic plan, covering the period Frankston’s , who won this year’s 2007 to 2009, is aligned to the AFL strategic plan and is the J.J. Liston Medal as the TRUenergy VFL’s basis for Football Victoria members’ own strategic plans. It is player, as well as the ‘Frosty’ Miller Medal as the league’s essential that a collaborative approach to football planning leading goalkicker, showed the value of the state league in this state remains in place to ensure effectiveness and competition as a pathway to the AFL when he was picked up efficiency in all parts of our industry. by the Kangaroos in the 2006 NAB AFL . Attendances at football games across the state have increased, particularly in country areas. This is a clear National review demonstration of how football brings communities together. A national review, overseen by the AFL into the second tier Football remains the state’s most popular sport of elite football, commenced this year, involving the AFL, AFL — a status we jealously guard. While this strength brings clubs and all state football bodies. Football Victoria’s review benefits, it also brings responsibilities. This year there have of the TRUenergy VFL competition, completed at the end of been some unfortunate incidents that the media has 2005, formed a major part of the national review, which will associated with football clubs and players. It is important conclude at the end of 2007. that all leagues and clubs recognise that players and officials Football Victoria is confident that the value of our state not only represent our sport during the matches they are league to the AFL structure will be confirmed. We are involved in, but are also deemed to be representing the confident that the support required to increase the strength game when they are socialising. Leagues, clubs and individual of the state leagues through funding and co-operation with players must understand their responsibilities to themselves the AFL clubs will be forthcoming. and the game as a whole. TAC Cup thriving The impact of the drought Meanwhile, the TAC Cup continues to provide the giant share The drought we are currently experiencing has been of AFL draftees, substantiating its position as the leading a challenge to us all. The State Government provided talent development program in the nation. significant support to our country areas during 2006, and We need to continually focus on talent development to that support will need to continue into 2007. The imposition ensure our young players have the opportunity to maximise of Stage 3 water restrictions from January 1, 2007, makes their ability and ensure these opportunities are at least the it clear that metropolitan areas will also be impacted in the equal of other states. new season. The TAC Cup’s Metro and Country representative sides The drought will add to the problem of providing ovals fought it out for the honour of being national champion and facilities for those who wish to play our game. All in the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships this year, with Vic levels of government will need to consider the ramifications Metro taking the title. The should be of not having regular sporting opportunities for our commended for winning their first TAC Cup premiership, population, particularly our young people. The costs on the while congratulations also go to Fortunato Caruso from the social front have the potential to outweigh the costs of , who won back-to-back Morrish Medals as planning to maintain at least some sporting facilities for the TAC Cup’s best and fairest player. participants to use. Rules and regulations TRUenergy VFL popularity soars Football Victoria’s role as the arbitrator in matters involving Victoria’s state league, the TRUenergy VFL, continues to gain members was utilised this year in regard to the clearance of popularity and strength in a market place dominated by the clubs from one league to another. While there will always 10 Victorian AFL clubs. be winners and losers in such situations, it was pleasing to Sandringham’s win over Geelong in this year’s TRUenergy note that the process to resolve such matters was VFL Grand Final was a clear statement of the success of effectively concluded. the competition. The Zebras were able to blend TRUenergy The AFL’s introduction of a new kick-in rule in 2007 VFL players with ’s AFL players to win their saw Football Victoria seeking and obtaining exemption for third premiership in a row and the fourth since the new a number of its member leagues. Football Victoria also competition commenced in 2000. It is regrettable that represented the TRUenergy VFL to successfully introduce the

12 CEO’S REVIEW › KEN GANNON

Williamstown captain signs autographs for a pair of young admirers following a TRUenergy VFL match in 2006.

backwards pass rule. However, it is important to note that Development Manager in February 2007. This is an exciting while there are certain discretionary procedures available for role, with its aim to develop and manage the national leagues throughout Victoria, generally we should not deviate community facilities plan, a key component of the AFL’s Next from the rules of the game. It is best to avoid confusion Generation strategy. between the rules that apply to the AFL competition Victorian football has been a large slice of my life, from – watched by millions live and on TV – and those that apply the club scene through to the formation of Football Victoria in local football. in late 1999. I have been fortunate to be part of the AFL club scene with Geelong and at the centre of change in the way Thank you football is administered in the state of Victoria. I now have Following the conclusion of another successful year, we the opportunity to take that grassroots experience to make would like to thank our partners VicHealth, the TAC, the a difference on the national scale. Melbourne Club Foundation, TRUenergy, and the I leave confident in the knowledge that the structure hundreds of other sponsors who provide continual support now in place and the commitment of all involved in football for football leagues and clubs in this state. in this state, along with the overwhelming support of the AFL, will ensure football remains the No. 1 sport in Farewell Victoria — the state that underpins the strength of This will be my final report as CEO of Football Victoria, as football nationally. I will be taking up the position of AFL Community Facility

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VFL MARTIN STILLMAN General Manager, VFL Competition goes from ‘‘ strength to strength

Football fans recognised the excitement of the competition, with attendances up during the home and away season and fi nals.

istoric performances on the fi eld and joined Richmond’s at the end of 2005, and, after groundbreaking developments off it were the outstanding form with Coburg, played fi ve AFL games for Hhallmarks‘‘ of the TRUenergy VFL in 2006. the Tigers. The competition continued to make a strong claim Both players were elevated to their respective club’s to be Australia’s leading state football league, with many senior list at the end of the season, while other graduates aspiring AFL players choosing to pursue their dreams in the of the TRUenergy VFL continued to make their name in elite TRUenergy VFL competition under the watchful eyes of the AFL. recruiters in Australian Football’s traditional heartland. Sam Mitchell, winner of the 2002 J.J. Liston Trophy, and Football fans also recognised the excitement of the , winner of the 2003 Fothergill-Round Medal, competition, with attendances up during the home and have forged distinguished careers at football’s elite level, away season and fi nals, particularly across the memorable with Davey representing Australia in the successful 2006 preliminary fi nal weekend when about 8000 supporters International Rules Series against Ireland. descended on Port Melbourne’s TEAC Oval over two days. Joining the pair this season in the AFL was , The Grand Final crowd was also excellent, considering the whose journey to becoming a ruckman with St Kilda in 2006 inclement weather on the day. saw stopovers at Port Melbourne, the Box Hill Hawks and the The confi dence of AFL clubs in the TRUenergy VFL was Coburg Tigers. highlighted when several established AFL stars appeared in On the fi eld, the TRUenergy VFL action was spectacular the competition’s seniors and reserves as they fought back and the fi nals series riveting, as an outstanding Sandringham from injury or struggled for form at AFL level. team turned a successful era into a dynasty. Dual Collingwood best and fairest winner The Zebras won another classic Grand Final to claim played for Magpie affi liate Williamstown in round 16, with their third consecutive fl ag, holding out a young and hungry his form at Burbank Oval against North prompting Geelong team by 18 points, with Phil Read awarded the an AFL recall. St Kilda superstar ’s highly Norm Goss Memorial Medal as best afi eld. publicised appearance in the TRUenergy VFL reserves for the The Cats surged to third place on the ladder at the end of Casey Scorpions further affi rmed the league’s reputation for the home and away season and edged to within one straight quality and depth. kick in the fi nal quarter in the Grand Final in front of a large As further evidence of the competition’s ability as and vocal crowd, which braved atrocious weather at MC a breeding ground, former Box Hill teammates Ben McGlynn Labour Park. and Cameron Howat added to the ever-expanding list of However, Sandringham called on all its renowned grit and TRUenergy VFL graduates, working their way through AFL professionalism to steady and hang on for a famous victory, rookie lists to make their AFL debuts. which was made even more special after the passing of its McGlynn was rookie-listed by Box Hill’s affi liate much-loved president Gary Gilchrist in July. Hawthorn and was subsequently elevated during the Meanwhile, a gun forward with star quality stole the season, fi nishing the year with four AFL games, while Howat show and re-wrote the record books, with former West

14 Geelong’s fires off a handball in the TRUenergy VFL Grand Final, despite close attention from Sandringham’s Phil Read.

FOOTBALL VICTORIA ANNUAL REVIEW 2006 15 VFL › MARTIN STILLMAN

Coast Eagles player Aaron Edwards taking Frankston by Ballarat and former Werribee player Nathan Saunders and storm during the 2006 season. Sandringham’s all reached 175 games, while The former TAC Cup player field umpire Shane Mason broke the 175-game barrier, returned to the Mornington Peninsula and won the finishing a fine career with a berth in the reserves Grand Jim ‘Frosty’ Miller goalkicking award with 88 majors, Final. Six-time ‘Frosty’ Miller medallist Sautner also kicked before reaching the magical 100-goal mark during the his 600th career goal during 2006. Dolphins’ brave semi-final loss to minor premiers the In addition, the TRUenergy VFL said goodbye to Northern Bullants. three outstanding players, when Werribee captain Edwards became the first player to top the goalkicking Travis Robertson, stalwart Ben Atkin and table and win the J.J. Liston Trophy after several vote- Williamstown’s inspirational skipper Brad Lloyd announced catching performances, including hauls of 12, nine, eight their retirements. and two bags of 10 goals. All had been distinguished representatives of the He capped his great season and earned a second state team, revered at their clubs and respected across chance at AFL football when the Kangaroos selected him the league. in the 2006 NAB AFL Draft, while four young Tasmanians The triangular rotation of state representative who impressed with the Devils in the TRUenergy VFL this matches meant that the Big V did not play in 2006, but year were also added to AFL lists. Victoria rejoins the exciting concept when the TRUenergy There were also numerous highlights off the field, VFL team takes on Western Australia in 2007. with the unveiling of the state-of-the-art Casey Fields in The second year of the North versus South Under-23 round four. The impressive new facility includes modern representative match provided another chance for eligible change rooms and a playing surface the same dimensions players to impress and be added to AFL rookie lists. as the MCG. The TRUenergy VFL receives outstanding support The relocated Springvale Football Club, now known as from a number of key sponsors, particularly TRUenergy, the Casey Scorpions, played its first home match at Casey which continued its long-standing partnership as the Fields ground against the Box Hill Hawks, and the venue competition’s naming rights sponsor. promises to become a cornerstone for sport in the rapidly The competition also had valuable partners in the developing City of Casey. media, especially ABC TV, which again helped lift the profile Two major rule changes were successfully implemented of the league with its excellent match coverage. by the TRUenergy VFL in 2006, including a promising trial of Melbourne radio station SEN continued its enthusiastic the ‘backwards kick’ rule, whereby an umpire calls play- coverage of the competition for a second season, with on when the ball is kicked backwards outside a team’s entertaining match-day coverage and regular spots during forward 50m zone. In line with the AFL, the competition the week helping to promote the competition. also applied the new kick-in rule, with players able to The TRUenergy VFL heads into 2007 with confidence, immediately bring the ball back into play following a minor following an exciting year packed with highlights and new score from the opposition. innovations on and off the football field. At the end of 2005, Port Melbourne ended its alliance with the AFL’s Kangaroos, who formed an alliance with North Ballarat and Tasmania. Kangaroos players were drafted out to both clubs. Geelong wingman was one of the great success stories of 2006, stepping up from country football to play every game for the season and win the Fothergill-Round Medal as the competition’s most promising young player. Davenport was subsequently rewarded with a place on Geelong’s AFL rookie list for 2007, while tenacious Williamstown midfielder David Stretton was a deserving winner of the A. Todd Medal as the best and fairest player in the TRUenergy VFL Reserves. The TRUenergy VFL welcomed four deserving life members when Frankston’s Daniel ‘Normy’ Clarke, North

16 TRUenergy BOMBERS Queen Elizabeth Oval View St, Bendigo VFL results Joined VFL 1998 Premierships 0 www.bendigobombers.com Final Ladder P W L D B FF For Ag PC Pts BOX HILL HAWKS Northern Bullants 18 17 1 0 2 0 1983 1113 178.17 68 Box Hill City Oval Sandringham 18 13 5 0 2 0 1926 1505 127.97 52 cnr. Middleborough & Whitehorse Rds, Box Hill Joined VFL 1951 Geelong 18 13 5 0 2 0 1784 1633 109.25 52 Premierships 1 www.boxhillhawks.com.au Williamstown 18 11 7 0 2 0 1690 1490 113.42 44 CASEY SCORPIONS Frankston 18 10 8 0 2 0 1857 1575 117.90 40 Casey Fields Berwick Cranbourne Rd, Cranbourne Werribee 18 10 8 0 2 0 1900 1759 108.02 40 Joined VFL 1982 Premierships 5 North Ballarat 18 9 9 0 2 0 1816 1757 103.36 36 www.springvalefc.com.au Coburg Tigers 18 9 9 0 2 0 1623 1614 100.56 36 COBURG TIGERS Tasmania 18 7 11 0 2 0 1754 1844 95.12 28 Coburg City Oval Harding St, Coburg Box Hill Hawks 18 6 12 0 2 0 1609 2108 76.33 24 Joined VFL 1925 Premierships 6 Casey Scorpions 18 5 13 0 2 0 1529 1862 82.12 20 coburgtigers.footballvic.com.au Bendigo Bombers 18 4 14 0 2 0 1516 1991 76.14 16 FRANKSTON DOLPHINS Frankston Oval Port Melbourne 18 3 15 0 2 0 1490 2226 66.94 12 cnr. Young St & Plowman Pl, Frankston Joined VFL 1966 SENIORS RESERVES Premierships 0 www.frankstonfc.com.au Grand Final Grand Final Sandringham 13.13 (91) d Box Hill 10.11 (71) d GEELONG CATS Skilled Stadium, Geelong 11.7 (73) Williamstown 8.11 (59) LaTrobe Tce, Geelong Norm Goss Medal Fred Hill Memorial Medal Joined VFL 2000 (Best player in Grand Final) Premierships 1 (Best player in Grand Final) www.gfc.com.au (Sandringham) Patrick Hassett (Box Hill Hawks) Umpires Umpires NORTH BALLARAT ROOSTERS AUSTAR Arena Field: Jacob Mollison, Heath Ryan, Field: Michael Jennings, Creswick Rd, Ballarat Shane Stewart. Shane Mason, Andrew Mitchell Joined VFL 1996 Boundary: Mitchell LeFevre, Boundary: David Lambourn, Premierships 0 Chris Roberts, Gerard Large Michael Marantelli, Drew Kowalski nthballaratroosters.footballvic.com.au Goal: Bradley Letson, Andrew Clifton Goal: Frank DiCosmo, NORTHERN BULLANTS Benjamin James NAB Oval J. J. Liston Trophy Cramer St, Preston (Best and fairest) A. Todd Medal (Best and fairest) Joined VFL 1903 Aaron Edwards (Frankston) David Stretton (Williamstown) Premierships 4 bullants.footballvic.com.au Forthergill-Round Medal (Most promising young player) PORT MELBOURNE Jason Davenport (Geelong) TEAC Oval Williamstown Rd, Port Melbourne Jim ‘Frosty’ Miller Medal Joined VFL 1886 (Leading goalkicker at end of Premierships 15 home and away season) www.pmfc.com.au Aaron Edwards (Frankston, 88 goals) SANDRINGHAM ZEBRAS Beach Oval cnr. Beach Rd & Hampton St, Sandringham 2006 TRUenergy VFL TEAM OF THE YEAR Joined VFL 1929 Premierships 10 B: David Biagi Shaun Pollard Andy Biddlecombe www.sandringhamfc.com.au Casey Scorpions Frankston Sandringham TASMANIA DEVILS HB: Daniel Harford Jordan Doering Northern Bullants Northern Bullants Bendigo Bombers Derwent Street, Bellerive, Tasmania C: David Gallagher (Capt.) Kyle Matthews Joined VFL 2001 Premierships 0 Sandringham Geelong Casey Scorpions www.footballtas.com.au HF: Digby Morrell Brett Geappen WERRIBEE TIGERS Port Melbourne Northern Bullants Tasmania Bartercard Oval F: Aaron Edwards Salim Hassan Watton St, Werribee Joined VFL 1965 Werribee Frankston Werribee Premierships 1 R: Warren Carlyle Brett Johnson James Allan www.werribeefc.com.au Port Melbourne Williamstown Werribee WILLIAMSTOWN SEAGULLS INT: Jacob King Neil Winterton Burbank Oval Morris St, Williamstown Coburg Tigers Frankston Joined VFL 1884 Matthew Sharkey Premierships 13 williamstown.footballvic.com.au Williamstown North Ballarat

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TAC Cup DAVID CODE Operations Manager, Football Victoria Nation’s top talent ‘‘ program turns 15

One of the primary goals of the TAC Cup is to produce AFL footballers, and a number of 2005 graduates made spectacular starts to their careers at the top level.

uring its 15 years, the TAC Cup has a Harris, who led the Country team to the championship rich history of developing Victoria’s best in 2000 and 2003, has now handed over the reins to Dyoung‘‘ footballers, and the future of the Calder Cannons coaching legend for the competition is brighter than ever both on and off 2007 Championships. the fi eld, with the Transport Accident Commission Football Victoria is delighted to be able to utilise Harris’ signing a new two-year partnership agreement. skills on a full-time basis in 2007 and beyond, as he starts in The landmark 15th season also chalked up a milestone the new high performance coaching role aimed at adding for the under-18 competition, as the Oakleigh Chargers’ further resources and expertise to Victorian talent programs. appearance at the MCG on AFL Grand Final day means that Victoria Metro also won the Division One title at the NAB all 12 teams have now competed in a TAC Cup Grand Final. AFL Under-16 Championships and had nine players progress The Chargers went on to win the match against the Calder to the AIS-AFL Academy program, while the Country Cannons and became the 10th team to claim a premiership under-16 squad is being re-shaped to improve development since the formation of the competition in 1992. Oakleigh coach opportunities for country players. was named as the TAC Cup Coach of the Year. Congratulations go to the other TAC Cup award winners Welsh, his support staff and players deserve great credit for of 2006, particularly Calder Cannons rover Fortunato Caruso, rallying to win the fl ag from fi fth position. Congratulations who became just the second player in the TAC Cup’s history should also go to the North Ballarat Rebels, who went to win two Morrish Medals. Caruso joins another former through the regular season undefeated. Calder player, ex-Tiger and new Port recruit David The state’s talented player pathway program received Rodan, as dual winners of the award following another another ringing endorsement when the two Victorian teams prolifi c season in the midfi eld. again excelled at the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships, with Caruso’s teammate Andrew Horne also had a Victoria Metro winning its third consecutive Division One title. distinguished year, taking out the TAC Cup Coaches’ Award In what was effectively a playoff for the title, the Metro and being named as fi rst rover in the Team of the Year, while team defeated Victoria Country by 13 points in the third also winning his club’s best and fairest and captaining the match of the week at a rain-soaked MC Labour Park. It was Cannons in the Grand Final. the fi fth time in seven years the Victorian teams have taken One of the primary goals of the TAC Cup is to produce out the quinella, and Metro forward Tom Hawkins capped a AFL footballers, and a number of 2005 graduates made successful campaign by winning the Larke Medal as the best spectacular starts to their careers at the top level, player in Division One. particularly No. 1 and No. 2 NAB AFL Draft selections Marc The one-two fi nish was a fi tting result for Metro coach Murphy (Carlton) and (Collingwood). David Dickson and Country coach Leon Harris, who were both Meanwhile, former player in their 10th year at the helm. The pair has given outstanding fought his way into a strong Melbourne side after being service to the state’s under-age representative programs. selected at No. 60 in the draft, playing all 22 home and away Dickson has captured seven Division One titles, while games of the season.

18 Jarrod Reid celebrates the Oakleigh Chargers’ 2006 TAC Cup Grand Final triumph at the MCG, while Calder Cannon Matthew Long looks on forlornly.

FOOTBALL VICTORIA ANNUAL REVIEW 2006 19 TAC CUP › DAVID CODE

The 2006 AFL Grand Final underlined the TAC Cup’s far-reaching influence as a breeding ground for top players, with 22 graduates selected in the two squads for the game, despite both teams being non-Victorian. Thirteen former TAC Cup players took the field for the , including co-captain and ex-Murray Bushranger , as they tried to defend their premiership. However, it was former Sandringham Dragons speedster and current skipper who held the cup aloft alongside four other former TAC Cup players. Hall’s Sydney teammate and 1997 North Ballarat Rebels premiership player also took home his second in 2006. The TAC Cup welcomed four new coaches in 2006, including two well-known football names and a pair of respected long- time junior development staff. Former Geelong champion took over the Geelong Falcons and led the team to second place on the home and away ladder while overseeing the development of five players drafted into the AFL. Former Carlton stalwart coached the . Steve Kennedy from the Sandringham Dragons and coach Danny Sexton also led their new teams to the finals in impressive debuts in the coach’s box. At the end of the 2006 season, the competition farewelled The Oakleigh Chargers bask in the glory of their 2006 premiership. five outstanding coaches, with Robert Hyde, , Gerard FitzGerald, Danny Sexton and John Lamont moving on. This year heralded the introduction of the ‘Under-19 Hyde leaves the Cannons after a TAC Cup record 218 games Rule’, whereby clubs could apply for permission to allow late- in 11 seasons, including three premierships, five Grand Finals in developing or injury-affected players of graduating age to play the past six years and, fittingly, a Grand Final in his last match an extra season in the TAC Cup, giving them the maximum in charge. chance of developing to their potential and attracting the As a testament to the TAC Cup’s reputation, Gippsland attention of AFL recruiters. Power premiership coach Hudson was appointed as an Each club could register two such players and the initiative assistant coach with the Lions, while ex-Eastern proved effective, with Gippsland’s drafted by Ranges coach Lamont and Sexton have taken up roles as Collingwood after another year in the competition. development coaches with the Kangaroos and St Kilda Research into the movements of 2005 graduates revealed respectively. FitzGerald returns to the VFL as coach of encouraging results, with more than half returning to the Roosters. community football in Victoria, while the number of interstate The 2006 NAB AFL Draft produced mixed results for the transfers was the lowest since 1999 and the percentage of TAC Cup, with 29 players (28 in 2005) drafted into the AFL, players returning to their original clubs is the highest since the including nine first-round selections, headlined by Gippsland study began in 1997. Power big man , who went to the Kangaroos Maribyrnong Secondary College became the first at pick No. 3. Minor premiers North Ballarat had the most Victorian specialist sports school and in time will conduct players drafted with six, followed by Geelong with five. high-performance programs, and the fact that football is a Invitational teams from the Northern Territory, foundation sport at the college provides an exciting example , Tasmania and NSW/ACT again participated in for future partnerships between football development the TAC Cup for three rounds in the lead-up to the Under- programs and schools in the state. 18 Championships, opening up opportunities such as the The partnership between Football Victoria and the TAC Rebels’ eye-opening and valuable trip to Darwin to take on the continues to blossom, with players and staff now actively Northern Territory team and explore the football culture and involved in the L120 Learner Driver Program and the TAC community of the Top End. continuing to provide outstanding support of the competition.

20 Offi ce address: (LaTrobe Uni.) TAC Cup results Osborne Street, Bendigo 3550 Joined TAC Cup: 1993 2006 coach: Mark Ellis http://bendigopioneers.footballvic.com.au Final ladder P W L D B FF For Ag PC Pts North Ballarat Rebels 18 18 0 0 0 0 2044 1036 197.30 72 CALDER CANNONS Offi ce address: Moreland City Council Geelong Falcons 18 14 4 0 0 0 1762 1330 132.48 56 Offi ces, 90 Bell Street, Coburg 3058 Joined TAC Cup: 1995 Calder Cannons 18 13 5 0 0 0 1854 1634 113.46 52 2006 coach: Robert Hyde 18 12 6 0 0 0 1919 1504 127.59 48 http://caldercannons.footballvic.com.au Northern Knights 18 12 6 0 0 0 1827 1468 124.46 48 DANDENONG STINGRAYS Offi ce address: Shepley Oval, Pultney Street, Oakleigh Chargers 18 11 7 0 0 0 1743 1568 111.16 44 Dandenong 3175 Joined TAC Cup: 1992 Sandringham Dragons 18 7 11 0 0 0 1687 1724 97.85 28 2006 coach: Graeme Yeats Eastern Ranges 18 7 11 0 0 0 1290 1722 74.91 28 http://dandenongstingrays.footballvic.com.au Murray Bushrangers 18 6 12 0 0 0 1375 1783 77.12 24 EASTERN RANGES Offi ce address: Kilsyth Recreation Reserve, 18 5 13 0 0 0 1533 2052 74.71 20 Colchester Road, Kilsyth 3137 Dandenong Stingrays 18 5 13 0 0 0 1334 1832 72.82 20 Joined TAC Cup: 1992 2006 coach: John Lamont Bendigo Pioneers 18 3 15 0 0 0 1332 1784 74.66 12 http://easternranges.footballvic.com.au

GEELONG FALCONS Offi ce address: Highton Reserve, Grand Final Roslyn Road, Highton 3216 Oakleigh Chargers 19.16 (130) d Calder Cannons 16.7 (103) Joined TAC Cup: 1992 2006 coach: Garry Hocking TAC Medal (Best player in Grand Final) http://geelongfalcons.footballvic.com.au Dean Kelly (Oakleigh Chargers) GIPPSLAND POWER Grand Final Umpires Offi ce address: Morwell Recreational Field: Troy McCarthy, Richard Mills, Brett Ritchie Reserve, Travers Street, Morwell 3840 Joined TAC Cup: 1993 Boundary: Christopher Gordon, James Robinson, Patrick Tongue 2006 coach: Paul Hudson Goal: Steven Piperno, Fraser Brady http://gippslandpower.footballvic.com.au Competition (Best and fairest) MURRAY BUSHRANGERS Fortunato Caruso (Calder Cannons) Offi ce address: 54 Ovens Street, Wangaratta 3677 TAC Cup Coaches’ Award Joined TAC Cup: 1993 Andrew Horne (Calder Cannons) 2006 coach: Peter Dean http://murraybushrangers.footballvic.com.au Leading Goalkicker (Gippsland Power, 70 goals) NORTH BALLARAT REBELS Offi ce address: AUSTAR Arena, Creswick Road, Ballarat North 3350 Joined TAC Cup: 1993 2006 TAC CUP TEAM OF THE YEAR 2006 coach: Gerald FitzGerald http://nthballaratrebels.footballvic.com.au B: Paul Colbert Nathan Brown Northern Knights North Ballarat Rebels Dandenong Stingrays NORTHERN KNIGHTS Offi ce address: Blake Park, HB: Lachlan Hansen James Frawley Gower Street, Preston 3072 Joined TAC Cup: 1992 Gippsland Power Gippsland Power North Ballarat Rebels 2006 coach: Danny Sexton http://northernknights.footballvic.com.au C: Nathan Batsanis Bendigo Pioneers Eastern Ranges Oakleigh Chargers OAKLEIGH CHARGERS Offi ce address: Warrawee Park, HF: Daniel O’Keefe Jarryd Allen Ryan Williams Warrigal Road, Oakleigh 3166 Joined TAC Cup: 1995 Geelong Falcons Calder Cannons Geelong Falcons 2006 coach: Rohan Welsh http://oakleighchargers.footballvic.com.au F: Robert Gray Brent Macaffer Cameron Lockwood Oakleigh Chargers Gippsland Power Western Jets SANDRINGHAM DRAGONS Offi ce address: DC Bricker Pavilion, , R: Matthew Kruezer Andrew Horne Beech Street, Caulfi eld South 3162 Northern Knights North Ballarat Rebels Calder Cannons Joined TAC Cup: 1992 2006 coach: Steve Kennedy INT: Andrew McGuiness Lachlan George http://sandringhamdragons.footballvic.com.au Sandringham Dragons North Ballarat Rebels WESTERN JETS Ben Ross Offi ce address: 1 Darebin Place, Bendigo Pioneers Gippsland Power Caroline Springs 3023 Joined TAC Cup: 1992 2006 coach: http://westernjets.footballvic.com.au

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Umpiring KEVIN MITCHELL State Director of Umpiring, Football Victoria Umpires set new ‘‘ standards in 2006

Umpires, like players, are always striving to improve their skills and maintain a consistent approach under the extreme pressure of a TRUenergy VFL match situation.

nce again the TRUenergy VFL umpiring Administration Centre at Collingwood’s Victoria Park. department faced fresh challenges and For the fi rst time in the long history of Victorian football, Oovercame‘‘ them to set new standards in 2006. the state umpiring body has the opportunity to operate Field, boundary and goal umpires continued to produce a quality facility designed specifi cally for its use. excellent performances in the VFL, while a number of the These headquarters provide umpires the best group further highlighted the high standards upheld in the professional facilities available, ensuring umpires have every competition with elevation to the AFL’s national panel. opportunity to develop their skills. The development also Umpires, like players, are always striving to improve their enables the oval to be used for local football and TAC Cup skills and maintain a consistent approach under the extreme training and games. pressure of a TRUenergy VFL match situation. The department also introduced cutting-edge technology In 2006, umpires successfully implemented two new rule to help umpires analyse their performances. changes in the VFL, with the introduction of the ‘backwards The VFL became the fi rst umpiring group nationally kick’ rule, which prevented marks being paid when the ball to use a new digital video editing system, enabling them was kicked backwards outside the forward 50m arc, and the to library all aspects of decision making and match kick-in rule, enabling the ball to be brought back into play management issues to assist the coaching process. immediately after a behind was scored. An in-house DVD was also developed and sent to all clubs Both changes allowed the game to move more quickly and, as further evidence the department is moving forward and despite increased pressure, VFL umpires adapted with a minimal keeping up with technical advances. fuss, receiving positive feedback about the improved fl ow. Football Victoria’s partnership with AFL Tasmania and Since 2000, the VFL umpiring body has nurtured 39 its umpiring groups continues to fl ourish, with a number umpires to AFL level, including 13 fi eld, 18 boundary and eight of young Tasmanian umpires improving in the challenging goal umpires. environment of senior VFL football. In 2006, fi eld umpire Damien Sully, boundary umpire Ian Tasmania has now provided a fi eld and boundary umpire Burrows and goal umpire Michael Hammond were elevated for each of the past two TRUenergy VFL senior Grand Finals. to the AFL, while Jason Armstrong was assigned as an AFL The partnership continues to grow, despite the logistical rookie fi eld umpire. obstacles of organising travel for Tasmanian-based umpires, A highlight of 2006 was the opening of the newly and AFL Tasmania recognises the importance of umpire renovated Football Victoria Umpire Training and development in the state with its fi nancial contributions. The TRUenergy VFL and TAC Cup competitions continue to provide exciting and safe environments for umpire Clockwise from far left: TRUenergy VFL fi eld umpire Shane development, that, along with the new facilities and other Stewart and boundary umpire Gerard Large were named as technology advancements, give our umpires every chance to ‘Umpire of the Year’ in their respective categories, while veteran whistle blower Shane Mason was awarded VFL life membership achieve their potential and, in some cases, progress towards after offi ciating his 175th game. their AFL dream.

FOOTBALL VICTORIA ANNUAL REVIEW 2006 23 FOOTBALL VICTORIA Administration

CEO Ken Gannon [email protected] 8663 3011

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Stephen Smith Marlene Gregson [email protected] [email protected] 8663 3012 8663 3011

HUMAN RESOURCES CO-ORDINATOR

Amanda Howes [email protected] 8663 3044

MARKETING MANAGER MARKETING OFFICER Peter Harley Jennifer Pryor [email protected] [email protected] 8663 3001 8663 3007

PR - MEDIA SUPPORT RECEPTIONIST/MARKETING ASSIST. TBA Sarah Bos [email protected] 8663 3000

OPERATIONS MANAGER HIGH PERFORMANCE COACH David Code Leon Harris [email protected] [email protected] 8663 3004 8663 3073

GENERAL MANAGER - VFL FOOTBALL OPERATIONS ASSISTANT Martin Stillman Stacey Goad [email protected] [email protected] 8663 3002 8663 3005 FOOTBALL OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATION OFFICER TBA

VICTORIAN STATE DIRECTOR OF UMPIRING ASSISTANT UMPIRING - FOOTBALL VICTORIA Angela Lindsay Kevin Mitchell [email protected] [email protected] 9416 1499 9416 1499

For Football Victoria Development administration staff, see page 29.

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FOOTBALL VICTORIA DEVELOPMENT Central

MANAGEMENT Mick Daniher Manager Development and Planning Ph: (03) 8663 3008 Email: [email protected]

COMMUNITY FOOTBALL ADMINISTRATION Peter McDougall Manager Community Football Development Natalie Hetherington Ph: (03) 8663 3006 FVD, Executive Administration Assistant Email: [email protected] Ph: (03) 8663 3009 Email: [email protected] Darryl Collings Club Development Manager – North West region Lee-anne Manders Ph: (03) 8663 3074 FVD, Administration Assistant Email [email protected] Ph: (03) 8663 3055 Email: [email protected] Wayne Holdsworth Club Development Manager – South East region Ph: (03) 8663 3043 Email: [email protected] KICKSTART INDIGENOUS PROGRAMS Shawn Wilkey Community Football Coordinator KickStart Indigenous Development Manager Ph: (03) 8663 3017 Ph: (03) 8663 3046 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

COACHING Anton Grbac RECREATIONAL FOOTBALL State Director of Coaching Sam Coen Ph: (03) 8663 3013 AFL Recreational Football Coordinator Email: [email protected] Ph: 8663 3075 Email: [email protected] Ray Allsopp Resource and Research Offi cer Ph: (03) 8663 3016 Email: [email protected] UMPIRING PROGRAMS Neville Nash FEMALE PROGRAMS Umpire Development Manager Ph: (03) 8663 3067 Chyloe Kurdas Email: [email protected] Female Football Development Manager Ph: (03) 8663 3042 Email: [email protected] YOUTH PROGRAMS JUNIOR PROGRAMS Steve Teakel Youth Development Manager Trevor Robertson Ph: (03) 8663 3015 Junior Development Manager Email: [email protected] Ph: (03) 8663 3014 Email: [email protected] Keith Burns Programs Coordinator MULTICULTURAL PROGRAMS Ph: (03) 8663 3019 Nick Hatzoglou Email: [email protected] Multicultural Football Project Coordinator Ph: (03) 8663 3071 Email: nick.hatzoglou@afl .com.au DEVELOPMENT MANAGERS

For Metropolitan and Country Regional Development Managers, For Multicultural Development Offi cers, see page 26. see pages 25-28.

FOOTBALL VICTORIA ANNUAL REVIEW 2006 29 For the third successive year in 2006, there was a record increase in the number of Australian Football teams in Victoria.

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Football Victoria Development MICK DANIHER Manager, Development and Planning, Football Victoria Programs aim to grow‘‘ game at every level

Judging by the ongoing growth in club team numbers around Victoria, the game is in a healthy state.

OVERVIEW he range of programs available through Football Victoria and VicHealth recognised that synergy Football‘‘ Victoria’s Development network is exists between participation in football for physical and T aimed at attracting new participants and mental health gain, and the need for clubs to attract supporting those involved in the game both on and off and retain participants through healthy and safe football the fi eld. Development programs and resources are environments. The Quality Club Program, designed to help delivered through Football Victoria’s Central Program clubs improve their operations and club environments, Managers and Regional Development Managers, and recognised 70 clubs for their continued improvement in are made possible by funding provided by the AFL. administration. Quality standard principles also underpin the Judging by the ongoing growth in club team numbers new Quality League Management Framework designed in around Victoria the game is in a healthy state. For the association with leagues this year, and set to roll out in 2007. third successive year team numbers increased at record Coach education courses were also extended, with 60 levels, with 170 new teams established in 2006 – 101 in the courses implemented across six streams and catering for 6100 metropolitan area and 69 in country regions. Of the 781 new coaches. Membership of the Victorian branch of the Australian teams established since 1994, 418 were since 2004. Football Coaches Association (AFCA) grew to a record 5100 As the number of games played each weekend grows so members. Through the leadership of President Stan Alves, does the demand for umpires. Further progress was made AFCA members were able to access regional seminars, in umpire recruitment programs with total umpire numbers coaching resources and coach awards programs throughout increasing from 4425 in 2005 to 4573 in 2006. The Basic the year, as well as the popular Coaching Update magazine. Umpiring course conducted in secondary schools continues to Through the support of the Melbourne Cricket grow in popularity, and was awarded the Victorian Department Club Foundation, the ‘G Footy’ program provided a of Sport and Recreation Education Award this year. comprehensive football development and resource package The growing popularity of female programs is evident to secondary schools. More than 10,000 students and through the 6.2 per cent increase in participation at teachers participated in secondary school competitions, community and school level. The number of women teacher in-service programs, ambassador programs, and the and girls playing grew from 18,058 in 2005 to 19,178 in 2006. role model programs. Club administration training programs conducted in Involvement in football provides an important source of conjunction with the VCFL and metropolitan leagues and social contact and opportunities for people from all walks associations expanded. In 2006, 6588 volunteers took of life to develop friendships and supportive relationships. In part compared with 1555 in 2004. The Footyweb online 2006, Football Victoria worked closely with the AFL, VicHealth competition and membership system designed to cut down and the Victorian Government through the Department the workload of league administrators continued this year. for Victorian Communities to engage indigenous and In 2007, all metropolitan leagues and associations will have multicultural communities in football. Through a range of implemented this system. community and school-based activities, supported by AFL

FOOTBALL VICTORIA ANNUAL REVIEW 2006 31 FOOTBALL VICTORIA DEVELOPMENT › MICK DANIHER

player promotions, thousands of children from these under- Victoria is very appreciative of the support provided to represented population groups participated in football. The development programs through AFL clubs and players. In ongoing challenge is to transfer participants in promotion 2006, 9584 player visits were conducted at schools, Auskick programs into ongoing club activities. centres and clubs across the state and included 56 separate The work of AFL clubs and their players in supporting visits to rural towns. local communities generally goes unrecognised. Football

NEW TEAM GROWTH PATTERNS 1994 TO 2006

Record growth 180 170 157 160

140

120

91 100 83 75 80

60 44 37 40 25 29 22 21 27 20 0 0 1997 1998 1995 1996 1999 1994 2001 2002 2003 2005 2004 2006 2000

Comments • Three years of successive record growth 2004-2006 • Of the 781 new teams since 1994, 54% have been established since 2004

SECONDARY SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT “I thought the seminar was excellent,” she said. “I believe The ‘G Footy’ Program, a joint initiative from Football Jason got a message through to me. I am now thinking Victoria and the Melbourne Cricket Club Foundation, is of setting myself new goals, bigger and better. The story delivered throughout Victoria by a team of development was inspirational.” managers and has become one of the most prominent Secondary school football continues to be a passion for sports development packages ever offered to teachers and both girls and boys, and is supported with complementary students in secondary schools. football resources, including coaches’ clipboards, footballs, To ensure the program’s continued growth and awareness medallions and TRUenergy VFL passes through the ‘G Footy’ in schools, ‘G Footy’ AFL school ambassadors act as important program. The MCC Herald Sun Shield and VSSSA (Victorian points of contact to facilitate the distribution of resources and Secondary School Sports Association) senior boys’ Grand Finals involve the school community in a variety of activities. were both played as AFL curtain raisers at the MCG in 2006. More than 5500 students have participated in Jason Football Victoria conducted a range of professional McCartney’s ‘Your Destiny is a Matter of Choice’ seminars at development opportunities for teachers, including Level 1 venues across the state, including , Ballarat, Swan coaching courses, coaching seminars, ‘A Football Season in a Hill, Wodonga, Mornington and the MCG. Day’ courses (Sport Education in Physical Education Program) One of the participants, Nicole, was moved by and AFL Recreational Football, with these programs further McCartney’s program. supported by development managers in each region.

32 As the participation rate at all levels continues to grow, so too does the demand for umpires.

FOOTBALL VICTORIA ANNUAL REVIEW 2006 33 Local clubs such as Hoppers Crossing (black guernsey) and the Port Colts (red) in the Western Region Football League are among the many beneficiaries of Football Victoria’s development programs.

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Students also had access to Australian Football coaching reflected by the fact that more than 2600 people attended and leadership programs, with a focus on the role of the 60 courses across the state. coach, session planning, teaching basic skills and group Highlights of the year included courses for prospective management. accredited coaches in the VPSSA (Victorian Primary Schools The aim of the ‘G Footy’ Program is to increase Sports Association) girls’ competition, the RecLink program participation and awareness of Australian Football in for socially disadvantaged football lovers, and six courses secondary schools, and there is no doubt this was achieved in conducted specifically for tertiary students. 2006, with more than 10,000 students and teachers actively Innovations for 2006 featured the addition of a booklet involved during the year. included into coaching satchels titled How to Play Australian Football by football commentator and former AFL player AFL KICKSTART . The AFL KickStart Indigenous Program again ventured into The dual-recognition coaching course concept, numerous indigenous communities across Victoria, as well as inaugurated last year with Cricket Victoria, visited Victorian spreading the word overseas with a tour of South Africa. country centres Wodonga and Traralgon and was conducted The South African project was heavily funded by in partnership with Sport Recreation Victoria and the Tattersall’s Victoria and the AFL, proving one of Football Department of Victorian Communities through Gippsport Victoria’s highlights of the year. The tour gave 24 indigenous and CARN (Centre Active Recreation Network). under-16 players from across Australia a fantastic opportunity not only to play three exhibition football matches, but also NAB AFL AUSKICK to visit communities, conduct football clinics and to learn and More than 45,000 children at 636 centres across Victoria share in the South African culture. enjoyed another fun-filled NAB AFL Auskick Program in 2006. The selection of players was based primarily on character Designed to introduce children to Australian Football, the and the potential impact the tour would have on their NAB AFL Auskick Program prides itself on being fun, safe and, leadership skills now and in the future. importantly, managed by the community. The KickStart Metro Camp was a two-day program at In 2006, 10,718 Victorian children participated in 91 Torquay and Geelong for 26 indigenous under-16 players Auskick Rules matches and 514 grid games during half-time from across Victoria in the lead-up to the NAB AFL Under-18 of AFL matches in Geelong and Melbourne. Championships matches at Geelong. NAB AFL Auskick Ambassador Robert DiPierdomenico Key indigenous speakers from sporting backgrounds made visits to Auskick centres in Mooroopna and Congupna, addressed the players at Torquay before a trip to Geelong Bendigo, Horsham, Preston and Morwell. for a match where players vied for selection in the Qantas The revamping of the NAB AFL Auskick participant AFL Under-16 KickStart Camp in late August. The group also and administration management system made online visited Skilled Stadium to watch the Northern Territory versus registration and entering new participants more user- Tasmania Under-18 Championships match. friendly, with 78 per cent of co-ordinators using the service, The Cultural Understanding Forum at Swan Hill was a 42 per cent increase from 2005. organised by the Victorian Police in conjunction with Football A NAB AFL Auskick call centre was established to deal Victoria, Swan Hill Rural City Council’s Regional Migration with the huge numbers of people seeking information about Strategy, the Islamic Council of Victoria and the Equal the program, with the service fielding more than 2000 calls Opportunity Commission of Victoria. between March and May. The forum promoted understanding, co-operation, More than 200 volunteers from AFL Half Time, along with tolerance and respect between all religious and cultural nominated volunteers from centres across Victoria, enjoyed groups. Guest speakers addressed McKillop College and Swan the NAB AFL Auskick Volunteer Recognition Awards Night at Hill College students, while a public forum was held at the the MCG’s Harrison Room in August. town hall, where speakers included Sherene Hassan from the Greg Naughton from Malvern Districts Auskick Centre Islamic Council of Victoria, Kavitha Chandra-Shekeran from took out the Co-ordinator of the Year Award, while the the Equal Opportunity Commission of Victoria and Derek District Manager of the Year went to Darrell Marr from the Kickett from Football Victoria. Calder Cannons region. Trevor Mills-Franklin from Fountain Gate Auskick COACHING Centre won the NAB AFL Auskick Coach of the Year Award, Victoria again posted a record number of registered coaches which was presented at the Australian Football Coaches in 2006, with the reach of the coach education program Association’s annual dinner in November.

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Football Victoria’s Asthma Friendly Parents Management The Girls Football Primary School Program gave Football Program, in association with Asthma Victoria and Nexia Victoria national recognition when it won the prestigious Chartered Accountants, was able to offer Auskick volunteers Australian Sports Commission’s Junior Sport Award and the opportunity to complete a free course about asthma the annual Ausport Award in 2006. The program has again attacks, with 35 district managers attending an initial session expanded, with more than 2000 girls from 75 schools across to gain basic knowledge of the program. the state participating. Co-ordinators across the state participated in a Late 2005 also saw the first Female Coach of the Year questionnaire to identify the issues, needs and trends facing announced at the AFCA Awards. Leanne Gill, coach of the the volunteers at grassroots level, with findings used to Rowville Football Club under-16 boys’ team and Victoria’s help in the ongoing planning of the program. Results for only female Level 2 accredited coach, won the award. each region are available in the development section of the The Football Victoria Youth Girls competitions were Football Victoria website at www.footballvic.com.au. consolidated, with six teams in each of the two metropolitan The NAB AFL Auskick program greatly appreciates the competitions. The VWFL (Victorian Women’s Football efforts of the thousands of volunteer mums and dads, who League) was restructured into regional conferences to help are an essential ingredient to the success of the program, cater for participation numbers, with 28 teams now in the and NAB for its ongoing support of the program through Premier Division and Premier Reserves, as well as South East, additional centre resources and continued sponsorship. North West and Western Country Conferences. The re-modelled structure is also an effective fit with the AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL geographical locations of the Youth Girls competitions. COACHES’ ASSOCIATION Representative football was high on the agenda, with Membership of the Australian Football Coaches’ Association the senior Victorian team and under-19 development team (AFCA) grew to 5100, with more than 8800 coaches from competing in the AFL Women’s National Championships in 20 regional branches nationwide receiving the members’ Sydney this year. Coaching Update magazine. One of the highlights of female football in 2006 was In partnership with VicHealth, Football Victoria has also the inaugural Women’s International Rules Series between introduced the VicHealth Coaching Seminar Series, which Australia and Ireland, hosted by the Ladies Gaelic Football focuses on kicking and health-related topics. State Director Association of Ireland. The matches were telecast live around of Coaching Anton Grbac and prominent conditioning Ireland and coincided with the men’s international series. experts presented the seminars to more than 230 coaches Another example of high profile recognition in 2006 was at four venues. the VWFL Victoria Country versus Victoria Metropolitan Following the success of the first set of five modules, the match as an AFL curtain raiser at the MCG during AFL AFCA produced a second series of Best of Coaching Update Women’s Week. booklets, which highlighted articles from the Coaching Female football, and the profile of women and their Update magazines published between 2000 and 2005. importance to the game have increased significantly over the More than 250 guests attended the Coach of the Year past few years and Football Victoria recognises and supports awards, including Australian cricket team coach John the continued participation of females at all levels. Buchanan, held at the MCC Members’ Dining Room. Winners were Gil Ould (Moyhu FC – senior), Darren Price (Edithvale- PRIMARY SCHOOL FOOTBALL Aspendale JFC – youth), Andrew Halliwell (Tongala JFC Primary schools are valuable partners in the development – junior), Trevor Mills-Franklin (Fountain Gate – AFL Auskick), of Australian Football. This year 73,400 children from more Rohan Welsh (Oakleigh Chargers – TAC Cup) and Joy Stokes than 1000 primary schools across Victoria benefited from the (Seymour JFC – female coach of the year). many programs initiated by Football Victoria. A statewide mail-out in February contained curriculum- FEMALE FOOTBALL based football resources, including the Heritage CD-Rom As female football continues to grow in Victoria, so too does resource, Our National Game CD-Rom, Kick Off Program the quality and awareness of the development programs brochure and an invitation for teachers to become AFL used to improve this unique sector of the game. Primary School Football Ambassadors. Participation numbers for women and girls playing the The Ambassadors Program continues to grow, with more game in organised community and school competitions than 60 teachers signing up to act as liaisons for Football around Victoria have increased from 18,058 in 2005 to 19,178 Victoria to increase the profile of Australian Football in schools. in 2006, an increase of 6.2 per cent in just one season. With support from Smorgon Steele, a ‘Football in

36 The number of females playing the game grew from 18,058 in 2005 to 19,178 in 2006.

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Schools’ pilot program was conducted in the Melton region MULTICULTURAL PROGRAM in partnership with the Riddell District Football League, The Multicultural Program (MP) is a joint initiative conducted Western Jets and Victoria University. The program provided by Football Victoria, the AFL and the Victorian Government schools with a six to 10-week program, culminating in through the Department for Victorian Communities. a football gala day. The MP added two Multicultural Development Officers The program proved successful and plans are in place to (MDOs) in Ali Fahour and Peter Romaniw to the current team start a new NAB AFL Auskick centre and junior football club of Kiemi Lai, Graeme Pratt and Michael Nguyen, bringing the in the region, with similar programs planned for other TAC total now to five. Cup regions in 2007. This certainly stands out as one of our key achievements in 2006, because it allows us to reach more AFL PLAYER APPEARANCES people in the community and add value and quality to all of The involvement of AFL players in promotional activities our initiatives. throughout Victoria is a vital component of both the AFL The MDOs are based at and working closely with AFL and Football Victoria’s grassroots development strategy. clubs , Hawthorn, Collingwood, Richmond Under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, every AFL and Essendon to deliver programs encouraging participation player is committed to six half-day appearances each year, co- in Australian Football within multicultural communities and ordinated by Football Victoria. In 2006, AFL players participated schools across greater Melbourne. in 9488 appearances, comparing favourably with 9579 in 2005 The program aims to introduce young people from and up from 8910 in 2004 and 1776 in 2003. targeted culturally and linguistically diverse communities The AFL Player Appearances Program is co-ordinated to Australian Football and influence mainstream Australian by Football Victoria’s Regional Development Managers. In Football clubs to embrace multicultural diversity as part of metropolitan areas and Geelong, metropolitan personnel their ongoing operations. co-ordinate visits to primary schools, secondary schools, AFL Highlights of 2006 included being presented with two Auskick centres, junior clubs and super clinics, while country National Multicultural Marketing Awards by the Premier of personnel co-ordinate visits to regional areas. NSW, the Honourable Morris Iemma, for our work within Primary schools used AFL players in classroom activities, the multicultural sector and a Victorian Multicultural role model programs, clinics and training. There were 2886 Commission Award presented by the Governor of Victoria, player appearances in primary schools in 2006, compared Professor David de Kretser, recognising the positive results with 2488 in 2005, 2298 in 2004 and 1048 in 2003. The the program had attained in 2006. players could attend eight hours in primary schools in 2006, These awards are a wonderful accolade for compared with six in 2004. Australian Football and an excellent endorsement of Secondary schools used players to participate in physical football’s willingness to engage and embrace education lessons, leadership programs, clinics and training. multicultural Australia. Most AFL clubs allocated specific days for players to Highlights: attend AFL Auskick centres. In 2006, there were 874 player › The AFL Multicultural Schools Program (MSP) was appearances at AFL Auskick centres, up from 817 in 2005, 652 implemented in 42 schools, exposing 5300 students to in 2004 and 195 in 2003. Australian Football. AFL clubs selected dates for players to visit junior clubs, › All students participated in six lessons, as well as receiving with 770 appearances completed in 2006, while primary-aged the workbook resource. children were invited to attend super clinics, usually during › 16,000 people attended an AFL game, most for the first time. school holidays. › Resources developed to date include the ‘Welcome to the Each AFL club selected a day when all its AFL players AFL’ school resource and Australian Football explained in visited country towns to conduct promotions co-ordinated 17 languages. by Country Development Managers and supported by › 3600 students visited AFL World and the MCG, including the local clubs. AFL players entered school classrooms and Jason McCartney ‘Your Destiny is a Matter of Choice’ seminar. playgrounds and were involved in clinics at central venues. › The Victorian Multicultural Commission Community Accord In 2006, AFL players made 2820 appearances in 56 country was signed by Andrew Demetriou. centres, slightly down from 3032 in 60 country centres › The AFL themed round ‘Welcome to the AFL’ conducted in in 2005. Round 12, where 200 children participated at half-time on Several AFL clubs also conducted AFL Community Camps the MCG and Dome, with a further 2200 students in country regions during February. visiting AFL World and 1400 touring the MCG.

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Football Victoria’s Multicultural Program strives to bring Australian Football to those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

AFL RECREATIONAL FOOTBALL Cup regions conduct interschool AFL Recreational Football AFL Recreational Football offers both the novice and competitions for boys, girls and mixed teams. experienced player, male and female, young and old an opportunity to participate in a non-contact, social game UMPIRE DEVELOPMENT with strong parallels to Australian Football. The recruitment and retention of umpires is an ongoing The program continued to grow in 2006, with 40 teams issue, as leagues and umpiring groups continue to introduce participating in community competitions conducted over a initiatives and create positive environments to enhance nine-week period in locations including inner city Melbourne, umpiring numbers. Sandringham and the . Further progress was made in umpire recruitment in Two competitions were held as one-day events in 2006, with total numbers rising from 4425 in 2005 to conjunction with the Australian Corporate Games and State 4573 – an increase of 3.3 per cent and the best figures Youth Games, attracting 47 teams. in nine years. One of the key measurements of the success of AFL Recruitment of field umpires in metropolitan areas Recreational Football is the high number of players and increased by 1 per cent, while a 2 per cent increase in teams that have returned to the game over the past female umpire numbers highlighted continued interest few seasons. The game is proving to be popular with in this area. work groups that want to build on existing work-based The Victorian Country Football League’s appointment relationships and have an opportunity to interact socially. of an umpiring manager and an umpiring development The continual growth in female participants and range manager increased the number of full-time umpiring of ages attracted to the game reinforces the concept of a personnel in the state to four. recreational form of football. A new joint initiative between the AFL Umpires’ Throughout 2006, more than 7700 secondary school Association and Football Victoria was the ‘Mates’ Program, students and teachers were involved in the game in physical which involved one AFL field umpire being aligned to education and sporting classes. each of the 13 metropolitan umpiring groups, with An extension of the trials in secondary schools saw young, developing field umpires identified and paired with the Sandringham Dragons and Dandenong Stingrays TAC their respective AFL umpire. The promising youngsters met

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with the AFL umpire, who observed their performance in Club Management Training Program games and provided feedback, while all participants also The program covers nine key areas: financial management; attended an AFL umpires coaching and training session. football operations; committee management; risk The Football Victoria Basic Umpiring Course conducted management; volunteer management; club planning; in schools continues to grow, and a successful pilot program community partnerships; sponsorship and fundraising, and was conducted with Doncaster Heights Junior Football Club junior development. More than 6500 volunteers participated to introduce its players to umpiring as part of their player in league and club training workshops in 2006. pathway program. The Basic Umpiring Course received recognition this year by winning the Victorian Sport and Quality Club Program Recreation Education Award. In its first full year, the Quality Club Program had moderate The Umpire Mentor Program continued to be a highlight, success. Thirty-two clubs participated in the program, with providing a support framework and resources for new 25 clubs achieving the bronze level, six achieving silver level field, boundary and goal umpires. The program involved an and one club, Seaford Junior FC, reaching the gold level. experienced umpire being appointed as a mentor to guide, Through this program, clubs are recognised and train and support each learning umpire. rewarded for creating quality football environments that are Learning umpires wore distinctive green shirts, black welcoming and inclusive. shorts and green socks to identify their status to everyone and remind players, coaches and officials that the new Community Club Awards Program umpires were learning their craft and to provide support and Football Victoria, in partnership with TRUenergy, successfully encouragement to them. More than 100 mentors and 330 completed another season of the Community Club learning umpires participated in the program. Achievement Awards, designed to recognise clubs that work with their local community and/or other community COMMUNITY FOOTBALL organisations. Nineteen clubs from metropolitan and Support for community football is provided through the country regions were recognised for their achievements in Community Football Unit (CFU), whose principal objective the community. is to grow and develop the game at the community level, where future growth depends on the quality of league and AFL Kids First Program club environments, and their capacity to administer football This was designed to support community leagues and at the grassroots level. clubs in guiding parents, so they and their children obtain The CFU is focused on providing community leagues and maximum enjoyment from participation in football. clubs with the support, training and resources required to The program started at all NAB AFL Auskick centres fulfil their roles, enhance the overall quality of community and community football clubs in Victoria in 2006, with an football and encourage increased participation. This was incentive program developed to encourage clubs to send in highlighted by record growth in 2006, with 170 new teams pictures reflecting the program and their club. formed during the year. Several major initiatives have been developed and Club Resource Kit implemented by the CFU to provide support to local leagues After being initiated in 2005, the kit was once again produced and clubs. and distributed to every league and club in 2006. It has been designed to provide much-needed resources and information Quality League Management Framework to support club volunteers, and enhance safety and quality This has been developed as an extension of the Quality Club both on and off the field. Program for the consistent governance and management of A mediator training course was also developed to leagues. It is based on acceptable best practices and designed support all leagues and assist them with appropriately as a tool for Football Victoria and leagues to benchmark addressing issues such as racial vilification. effective governance and management practices. Football Victoria Member Support Grants Funding Guide This provides guidance in the following areas; policy, rules This document for community football clubs was published and regulations; online competition management systems; in 2005, and in 2006 a training module was produced as an healthy football environments; provision of Football extension of the guide. Training sessions were conducted at Victoria investigators, and provision of Football Victoria the club conferences in February and November. training facilitators.

40 FOOTBALL VICTORIA DEVELOPMENT FOOTBALL VICTORIA Advisory Board Awards FOOTBALL VICTORIA/VICHEALTH COMMUNITY CLUB OF THE YEAR AWARD David Doherty (Chairman) Director, Football Victoria This award recognises local community football clubs for their efforts in developing healthy and welcoming club environments. See page 9 for profi le FINALISTS Longwood Football/Netball Club Cheltenham Panthers Junior Football Club Ken Gannon North Football/Netball Club CEO, Football Victoria Healesville Junior Football Club See page 9 for profi le Kilsyth Football Club Seaford Junior Football Club FOOTBALL VICTORIA/VICHEALTH COMMUNITY Sarah Foott CLUB OF THE YEAR Learning and Development Manager, KPMG Seaford Junior Football Club, Has worked extensively in the sports industry with the Frankston and District Junior Football League AFL, and Tennis Australia, specialising The Seaford Junior Football Club is a member of the Frankston and in talented athlete welfare. Has worked in coach District Junior Football League and is one of the largest clubs in the education, business development and human resource competition, with 14 teams and over 320 players. An article in the management. Frankston Standard newspaper quoted that the Seaford Junior Football Club was fast becoming known as the “community club” for running clinics at all local schools in the Seaford area and its donation and Professor Mark Hargreaves rewards program for the needy within the community. Department of Physiology, University of Melbourne The Seaford Junior Football Club is also very active in supporting a Has an impressive academic background in sports number of organisations, with donations on an annual basis to Ronald science and a strong commitment to community McDonald House Foundation. It also proudly has its name on the ‘Tree of and school sport. Hope’ at Monash House. Other organisations to benefi t from the club’s generosity are the MS Society, the Starlight Foundation, the Cleft Palate Society and the Dylan Hartung Foundation, which supports a young boy Grant Hehir from the area who is currently undergoing cancer treatment in America. Secretary to the Department of Treasury and Finance The club has conducted the AFL Kids First Program and the ‘Bouncing Grant has extensive experience in strategic fi nancial Racism Out of Sport’ induction program for all parents, has adopted management and the provision of fi scal, economic a Disability Action Plan and, as part of the fi ve-year club business social policy advice to both the Victorian and plan, conducted drug and alcohol education for the older age groups, Commonwealth governments. facilitated by Youth Substance Abuse Services. The year culminated wonderfully, with the Seaford Junior Football Club being the fi rst to be accredited with the Gold Level Quality Club Award. Simon Overland AFL MERIT AWARD Assistant Commissioner Crime, Victoria Police Alan Naylor, Ormond Amateur Football Club Highly credentialed and respected player in the ACT Football League. Strong advocate for the role Chris Thomas, Junior Football Club football plays in binding communities together and NEW CLUB AWARD developing good citizens. Parkside Junior Football Club – Yarra Junior Football League North City Football and Netball Club – Bendigo Football League Dawn Wilcock Newport Power Junior Football Club – Western Region Business Development Manager, Triform Enterprises Football League Great advocate for female participation in sport, CHAMPION TEAMS particularly football, and works across various Gol Gol Hawks – Millewa Football League government sporting agencies and sporting Harcourt Football Club – Maryborough/Castlemaine District associations, including Sports Recreation Victoria. Football League Involved with junior football in the Dandenong Glenorden Football Club – Western Region Football League District Junior Football League. UMPIRING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Hugh Moore – Dandenong Umpires’ Association Dr Jim Watterston CLUB ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Regional Director, Eastern Metropolitan Region, North Footscray Football Club – Western Region Football League Victorian Department of Education and Training South Barwon Football Club – Former director of schools in the west coast education district of Western Australia. Was president of Swan NAB AFL AUSKICK/JUNIOR CLUB LINKAGE AWARD Districts, chairman of the WAFL council of presidents, Aberfeldie Auskick/Aberfeldie Football Club – Essendon District and a member of the WA Football Commission Football League development advisory committee. LEAGUE INITIATIVES AWARD Eastern Football League – Ladies of the East Group

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COUNTRY FOOTBALL WorkSafe Victorian Country Football League 2006 Grand Final results Alberton FL Golden Rivers FL Mininera & District FL Picola & District FNL Wonthaggi Power 20.13 (133) d Wakool 18.14 (122) d Tatyoon 21.13 (139) d Shepparton East 16.5 (101) d Yarram 14.15 (99) Nullawil 17.12 (114) Wickliffe-Lake Boga 11.7 (73) Katandra 12.11 (83) Ballarat FL Goulburn Valley FL Mornington Peninsula South West District FNL Redan 20.17 (137) d Seymour 12.11 (83) d Nepean FL Tyrendarra 14.10 (94) d East Point 17.16 (118) Benalla 7.10 (52) (Peninsula Div) Coleraine 7.4 (46) Chelsea 10.18 (78) d Bellarine FL Hampden FNL Sunraysia FL Mount Eliza 8.8 (56) Torquay 15.9 (99) d South Warrnambool 17.15 (117) d Irymple 21.12 (138) d Newcomb 13.11 (89) Camperdown 13.8 (86) Mornington Peninsula Robinvale 12.5 (77) Nepean FL Benalla & District FNL Heathcote District FL Tallangatta & District FNL (Casey Cardinia Div) Goorambat 21.7 (133) d Mount Pleasant 19.13 (127) d Mitta United 9.5 (59) d Narre Warren 16.17 (113) d Bonnie Doon 15.7 (97) Elmore 13.12 (90) Chiltern 7.8 (50) Doveton 10.8 (68) Bendigo FL Horsham District FL Upper Murray FL Mornington Peninsula Gisborne 13.11 (89) d Pimpinio 10.9 (69) d Federal 14.14 (98) d Nepean FL Golden Square 10.10 (70) Harrow-Balmoral 8.13 (61) Corryong 3.7 (25) (Nepean Div) Central Highlands FL Kyabram District FL Rye 16.9 (105) d Warrnambool & District FNL Waubra 23.13 (151) d Ardmona 15.9 (99) d Langwarrin 16.6 (102) Merrivale 20.16 (136) d Hepburn 8.16 (64) Stanhope 14.13 (97) Dennington 12.9 (81) Murray FL Central Murray FL Lexton Plains FL Nathalia 16.14 (110) d West Gippsland Latrobe FL Balranald 14.12 (96) d Carngham-Linton 12.12 (84) d Echuca United 7.9 (51) Maffra 20.10 (130) d Kerang 13.16 (94) Skipton 12.9 (81) Sale 15.11 (101) North Central FL Colac & District FNL Loddon Valley FL Donald 17.19 (121) d Western Border FL Lorne 21.9 (135) d Calivil United 15.20 (110) d Boort 12.14 (86) Portland 14.18 (102) d Irrewarra-Beeac 10.13 (73) Pyramid Hill 9.4 (58) East Gambier 10.7 (67) North Gippsland FNL East Gippsland FL Mallee FL Cowwarr 11.21 (87) d Wimmera FL Bairnsdale 18.17 (125) d Ouyen United 17.3 (105) d Rosedale 10.7 (67) Horsham Demons 27.9 (171) d Orbost-Snowy Rovers 5.15 (45) Woomelang-Lascelles 13.16 (94) Dimboola 20.6 (126) Omeo & District FL (replay) Ellinbank & District FL Maryborough Castlemaine Benambra 15.11 (101) d Yarra Valley Mountain Nyora 16.18 (114) d District FL Swifts Creek 16.5 (101) District FL Bunyip 15.13 (103) Harcourt 20.19 (139) d (replay) 19.16 (130) d (Div I) Newstead 10.15 (75) Monbulk 5.13 (43) d Geelong & District FL 9.9 (63) Silvan 1.9 (15) Thomson 13.10 (88) d Mid Gippsland FL Ovens & King FL Bannockburn 11.5 (71) Mirboo North 10.8 (68) d Moyhu 19.13 (127) d Yarra Valley Mountain Morwell East 1.3 (9) District FL Geelong FL Whorouly 10.15 (75) (Div II) South Barwon 14.12 (96) d Millewa FL Ovens & Murray FL Warburton-Millgrove 15.15 (105) d St Joseph’s 12.8 (80) Gol Gol 22.18 (150) d Yarrawonga 15.11 (101) d Thornton-Eildon 14.12 (96) Cardross 1.12 (18) Myrtleford 10.8 (68)

2006 WORKSAFE COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS POOL CHAMPIONS A Ovens & B Hampden Football League C Bendigo Football League D Sunraysia Football League

2006 David Code Medal 2006 Bob Templeton Medal (best player in State Game v VAFA) (best Player in Div 2 of the Australian Country Football Carnival) Tony Brown (Leopold FC, Geelong FL) Levi Moss (Lakes Entrance FC, East Gippsland FL)

42 NAB AFL UNDER-18 CHAMPIONSHIPS NAB AFL UNDER-16 CHAMPIONSHIPS Victoria Metro 17.13 (115) d 8.8 (56) Western Australia 18.17 (125) d Victoria Country 11.8 (74) Victoria Country 14.8 (92) d Western Australia 11.14 (80) Victoria Metro 15.17 (107) d South Australia 10.4 (64) Victoria Country 13.8 (86) d South Australia 8.7 (55) Victoria Metro 18.10 (118) d Victoria Country 8.7 (55) Victoria Metro 12.16 (88) d Western Australia 9.16 (70) South Australia 18.18 (126) d Victoria Country 12.7 (79) Victoria Metro 4.10 (34) d Victoria Country 2.9 (21) Victoria Metro 9.8 (62) d Western Australia 7.16 (58) Champions (Division 1) – Victoria Metro Champions (Division 1) – Victoria Metro

NAB AFL UNDER-18 AIS-AFL ACADEMY MEMBERS ALL-AUSTRALIAN PLAYERS Calder Cannons Daniel Connors Bendigo Pioneers Northern Knights Nathan Brown North Ballarat Rebels Steven Gaertner Dandenong Stingrays Jarryd Allen Calder Cannons Northern Knights Shaun Grigg North Ballarat Rebels Ashley Smith Dandenong Stingrays Leigh Adams Eastern Ranges Luke Stanton Northern Knights Northern Knights Dale Walker Eastern Ranges Robert Eddy Gippsland Power Patrick Veszpremi Northern Knights Tom Hawkins Sandringham Dragons Patrick Dangerfield Geelong Falcons Lachlan Hansen Gippsland Power Tyrone Vickery Sandringham Dragons Lachlan Henderson Geelong Falcons

METROPOLITAN FOOTBALL GRAND FINALS VAFA EASTERN FL ESSENDON DISTRICT FL WESTERN REGION (A Section) (Div 1) (A Grade) FOOTBALL LEAGUE Old Haileybury 13.8 (86) d Vermont 13.21 (99) d Strathmore 22.11 (143) d (Div 1) Old Xaverians 9.9 (63) Noble Park 10.8 (68) Doutta Stars 10.10 (70) Port Melbourne Colts 14.12 (96) d Hoppers Crossing 14.10 (94) (B Section) (Div 2) (B Grade) Collegians 12.13 (85) d Scoresby 12.22 (94) d West Coburg 15.12 (102) d (Div 2) Old Brighton Norwood 11.9 (75) Maribrynong Park 11.15 (81) Glenorden 13.20 (98) d Grammarians 9.10 (64) Deer Park 8.8 (56) (Div 3) (C Section) Sth Croydon 18.16 (124) d DIAMOND VALLEY FL St Bedes Mentone Upper FTG 11.12 (78) (Div 1) VICTORIAN WOMEN’S Tigers 21.12 (138) d Heidelberg 14.13 (97) d FOOTBALL LEAGUE (Div 4) Ajax AFC 21.11 (137) Bundoora 12.11 (83) (Div 1) Warrandyte 12.12 (84) d 13.7 (85) d (D1 Section) Whitehorse Pioneers 8.12 (60) (Div 2) Melbourne University Mugars Old Carey Greensborough 23.18 (156) d 5.7 (37) Grammarians 19.16 (130) d Macleod 11.12 (78) SOUTHERN FL Rupertswood AFC 12.8 (80) (North West) (Div 1) Diamond Creek 5.12 (42) d (D2 Section) Clayton 12.6 (78) d RIDDELL DISTRICT FL Hadfield 5.7 (37) Oakleigh AFC 23.11 (149) d St Paul’s 8.11 (59) Riddell 18.13 (121) d Peninsula Old Boys 12.11 (83) Diggers Rest 7.10 (52) (South East) (Div 2) Berwick 16.9 (105) d (D3 Section) Heatherton 14.9 (93) d Eastern Gully Lions 6.5 (41) South Melbourne Tooronga Malvern 12.5 (77) Districts 18.12 (120) d (Country Conference) (Div 3) Bentleigh AFC 14.12 (96) Geelong Cheetahz 9.15 (69) d Parkmore 19.14 (128) d Corio She Devils 1.1 (7) (D4 Section) North Kew 8.4 (52) Powerhouse AFC 16.15 (111) d Hawthorn AFC 7.11 (53)

JUNIOR LEAGUE GRAND FINALS DANDENONG & DISTRICT YARRA JUNIOR FOOTBALL MOORABBIN SAINTS JUNIOR WAVERLEY JUNIOR JUNIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE LEAGUE/WAVERLEY JUNIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (Under-16 Premier) FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (Under-17 Division 1) (Under-13 Division 1) Beaconsfield 11.13 (79) d (COLTS 1) St Bede’s/Mentone 18.11 (119) Ashburton Green 6.14 (50) Cranbourne 10.4 (64) Ivanhoe 17.11 (113) d d Beaumaris 14.8 (92) d Ashburton Red 5.13 (43) Bulleen Templestowe 14.20 (104)

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Financial Summary STEPHEN SMITH Financial Controller, Football Victoria Ensuring an equitable ‘‘ outcome for all

To meet Football Victoria’s future growth needs, it is important to boost the income received from other areas and become less reliant on AFL funding.

ne of the core responsibilities of the Football carries out a variety of fi nancial tasks through its shared Victoria board and executive is to ensure services area, providing a great asset to Football Victoria in O a fair‘‘ and balanced use of income received terms of both effi ciency and cost effectiveness. from the AFL and other areas. The trading result for However, as the regular increase in AFL funding will 2006 was a small surplus, exceeding our budgeted never be suffi cient to meet Football Victoria’s future growth forecasts, from a turnover in excess of $15 million. needs, it is important to boost the income received from Of the $15 million turned over by Football Victoria, other areas and become less reliant on AFL funding. around 59 per cent was AFL-generated income. AFL grants Football Victoria needs to extend its existing relationship and transfer fees account for $8.9 million, while the AFL also and alliances with organisations such as VicHealth, the TAC

Sources of Funds ($ millions) Application of Funds ($ millions)

AFL contribution $6.5 TAC Cup $3.9

Segment income $3.0 Country football $3.0

Sponsorship/fundraising $2.6 Metropolitan football $2.9

AFL talent development fees $2.4 TRUenergy VFL $2.2

Other income $0.7 Administration $1.6

Total $15.2 million Umpiring $0.6

Capital development $0.5

Members grants $0.3

Total $15.0 million

44 and TRUenergy, while also seeking out new partners in the management to ensure both fairness, and, above all, sponsorship and fundraising areas, which account for 17 per outcomes that are in the best interest of Victorian football cent of total revenue. as a whole. The fact that there are in excess of 1200 clubs One current trend in sport is for sponsors to centralise and 100 leagues is a challenge of its own. their funding arrangements, seeking state sporting Forty per cent of total income – or $6 million – is associations or national bodies to represent their interests. allocated to community football across the state. Talent This is certainly the case in the football industry. development receives 26 per cent of funding and the state Football Victoria’s members need to work together league 15 per cent. These two areas are responsible for collectively to secure future funding partnerships that will generating much of Football Victoria’s income, with talent ultimately benefit all. development drawing the majority of Victoria’s Income generated from self-funding activities accounts AFL funding. for 20 per cent of Football Victoria’s total income, and to Football Victoria was able to limit its administration increase revenue in areas such as NAB AFL Auskick and costs to 10 per cent of total funding, remaining the lowest training and development programs will require continual of all states in Australia. growth and not necessarily increased fees. The cost of In addition, Football Victoria continued its commitment conducting such programs is significant and a ‘user pays’ to capital expenditure on infrastructure. During the year, approach is required to recover these expenses. funds were allocated to several VFL and TAC Cup venues, The challenge facing Football Victoria is the distribution including the extensive development of Casey Fields in of the $15 million generated across its statewide Cranbourne. Over $250,000 was also expended on the VFL operations. The funding allocation requires prudent umpires’ headquarters at Victoria Park.

Round four of the TRUenergy VFL saw the unveiling of the state-of-the-art Casey Fields.

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Marketing PETER HARLEY Marketing Manager, Football Victoria Strong partnerships vital ‘‘ for leagues and clubs

Football is a great and rewarding product to be involved in and we thank all sponsor partners who support the game at all levels across the state.

he success of Australian Football in have responsible serving of alcohol programs that allow Victoria over the past 130 years is based on healthy socialising. T community‘‘ participation; participation in the These features form the basis of Football Victoria’s widest sense of its meaning. Quality Club Program, which recognises clubs that meet Players, umpires, administrators and match offi cials, specifi ed criteria to improve club activities and environments. including coaches, trainers, runners, scoreboard attendants Importantly, while the program assists and encourages and time keepers, keep matches running each weekend, clubs to be more effi cient and effective in their day-to-day while other volunteers who run the canteens, mark the operations, the program is also an excellent selling vehicle grounds and perform countless other tasks around the clubs for clubs to clearly demonstrate that the sponsor partner are the lifeblood of Australian Football. is affi liating itself with a reputable organisation that is The game also relies on sponsor partners who, for a recognised by the state sporting association. variety of reasons, put their hands in their pockets to ensure Football is a great and rewarding product to be involved the ongoing viability of the clubs, leagues and the game itself. in and we thank all sponsor partners who support the game The importance of these sponsor partners is not always at all levels across the state. given the prominence it deserves as our clubs and leagues A special thanks to VicHealth, which supports simply could not survive without this support. development activity across the state, the MCC Foundation In an increasingly competitive market, it is becoming more for its support of our youth school programs, TRUenergy, diffi cult to not only secure new sponsor partners but also to which is the major sponsor of the TRUenergy VFL, and the maintain existing ones that underpin the viability of our game. Transport Accident Commission, which has been a long- While there are often strong connections and ties standing partner in the TAC Cup. between sponsor partners and footy clubs, gone are the days when sponsor support was essentially a donation. In today’s economy, sponsor partners are more accountable for their Football Victoria would like to thank the following partners support and are looking for a return on their investment. This return on investment can take many forms, depending on the sponsor partner’s needs, including sales, TAC (Major TAC Cup sponsor) Club Warehouse brand exposure, advertising and community citizenship. Whatever the needs, clubs and leagues must provide TRUenergy (Major VFL sponsor) Ford Motor Company Australia the right environment for sponsor partners to base their Australia Post Melbourne Cricket Club Foundation investment decision on. Beiersdorf Patties Bakery Leagues and clubs can show potential and existing Buffalo Sports Russell Corporation sponsor partners how they deliver environments that Burley Sekem Sport and Recreation Victoria encourage community participation, provide recreational entertainment facilities that are safe and inviting, and Cadbury Tourism Tasmania

46 2006 TRUenergy VFL J.J. Liston Trophy winner and ‘Frosty’ Miller medallist Aaron Edwards pulls down a huge grab for Frankston.

FOOTBALL VICTORIA ANNUAL REVIEW 2006 47 Lachlan Hansen, who impressed for the Gippsland Power in the TAC Cup and Vic Country at the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships, was drafted by the Kangaroos as pick No. 3 overall in the 2006 NAB AFL Draft.

48 Graduates to the AFL PERMANENT ROOKIE UPGRADES PRIOR TO THE 2006 NAB AFL DRAFT PLAYER PREVIOUS CLUBS AFL CLUB Cam Howat Box Hill Hawks/Oakleigh Chargers Richmond Ben McGlynn Box Hill Hawks/Bendigo Pioneers Hawthorn Craig Flint Gippsland Power/Sale Carlton Djaran Whyman North Ballarat/Hawthorn Kangaroos Matthew Warmock Sandringham Melbourne Dandenong Stingrays Port Adelaide Simon Phillips Sandringham Dragons Port Adelaide Geelong Falcons/Colac Sydney Box Hill/Oakleigh Chargers Hawthorn

2006 NAB AFL DRAFT SELECTIONS PICK PLAYER PREVIOUS CLUBS CLUB 3 Lachlan Hansen Gippsland Power/Nar Nar Goon Kangaroos 5 Geelong Falcons/Torquay Port Adelaide 6 Mitchell Thorp Tasmania Devils Hawthorn 7 Bendigo Pioneers/Sandhurst Geelong 8 Murray Bushrangers/Wangaratta Rovers Collingwood 10 Nathan Brown North Ballarat Rebels/Ballarat Collingwood 11 Andrejs Everitt Dandenong Stingrays/Somerville Western Bulldogs 12 James Frawley North Ballarat Rebels/East Ballarat Melbourne 13 Tasmania Devils Richmond 15 Daniel O’Keefe Geelong Falcons/Warrnambool Sydney 16 Mitchell Brown North Ballarat Rebels/Ballarat West Coast 19 Shaun Grigg North Ballarat Rebels/Redan Carlton 20 Tasmania Devils Essendon 28 Chris Dawes Sandringham Dragons/Brighton Grammar Collingwood 37 Oakleigh Chargers/Trinity Grammar Kangaroos 40 Josh P. Kennedy Sandringham Dragons/Xavier College Hawthorn 41 Tom Hawkins Sandringham Dragons/Melbourne Grammar Geelong 42 Western Jets/Spotswood Essendon 43 North Ballarat Rebels/Harrow-Balmoral West Coast 46 Tasmania Devils Melbourne 48 David MacKay Oakleigh Chargers/Trinity Grammar Adelaide 49 Northern Knights/Eltham Sydney 50 Will Schofield Geelong Falcons/ West Coast 54 Matt Tyler North Ballarat Rebels/Rupanyup Brisbane 55 Robert Gray Oakleigh Chargers/East Burwood Port Adelaide 57 Geelong Falcons/Warrnambool Geelong 58 Daniel Connors Bendigo Pioneers/Echuca Richmond 59 Jarryd Allen Calder Cannons/Riddell St Kilda 63 Tyson Goldsack Gippsland Power/Pakenham Collingwood 65 Calder Cannons/Oak Park Sydney 70 Oakleigh Chargers/Haileybury College Brisbane 73 Andrew Collins Bendigo Pioneers/Sandhurst Richmond 74 Matthew Ferguson Gippsland Power/St Kilda St Kilda 82 Aaron Edwards Dandenong Stingrays/Frankston Kangaroos 83 Ryan Williams Geelong Falcons/St Josephs Port Adelaide 86 Calder Cannons/Richmond Port Adelaide

2007 NAB AFL PRE-SEASON DRAFT SELECTIONS PICK PLAYER PREVIOUS CLUBS AFL CLUB 3 Ben Ross Gippsland Power/Bunyip Kangaroos

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FOOTBALL VICTORIA HEADQUARTERS Operations Manager Mr David Code Sunraysia/Mallee Mr Terry Hall GPO Box 4337 High Performance Coach Mr Leon Harris Geelong/West Coast Mr John Edsall MELBOURNE VIC 3001 General Manager - VFL Mr Martin Stillman Hampden Mr Alan Thompson Phone: 03 8663 3000 Football Operations Assistant Ms Stacey Goad Goulburn Murray Mr Greg Liddell Fax: 03 9650 4194 Football Operations Administration Officer North East Border Mr Jeff Chandler Website: www.footballvic.com.au TBA North East Border (Wangaratta) State Director of Umpiring Mr Kevin Mitchell Mr Peter Dean PATRON IN CHIEF Umpiring Assistant Ms Angela Lindsay Latrobe Valley Mr Adrian Hickmott Premier Steve Bracks Manager – Development & Planning East Gippsland Mr Rob Reid Mr Mick Daniher METRO REGIONS FOOTBALL VICTORIA BOARD FVD Executive Administration Assistant North West Mr Andrew Johnston Mr R Tregear (Chairman) Ms Natalie Hetherington Outer Southern/Peninsula TBA Mr K Gannon (CEO) FVD Administration Assistant Eastern Mr Anthony Parkin Mr G Almond Ms Lee-anne Manders Northern Mr Simon Dalrymple Mr D Doherty State Director of Coaching Mr Anton Grbac Central East Mr Rick Irwin Mr J Hyett Junior Development Manager Inner Southern Mr Ian Kyte Mr J Jordan SC Mr Trevor Robertson Western Mr Neil Sharpe Mr G O’Riley Youth Development Manager Mr T Pinwill Mr Steve Teakel VFL TRIBUNAL Mr P Quigley Manager Community Football Development Mr Tim Robinson (Chairman) Mr P Stedwell Mr Peter McDougall Mr Greg Meese (Vice-Chairman) Umpire Development Manager Mr Edward Power (Vice-Chairman) FOOTBALL VICTORIA’S Mr Neville Nash Mr Barry Josephs DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD Programs Coordinator Mr Keith Burns Mr Sam Cusamano Mr D Doherty (Chairman) Club Development Manager - South East Mr John Larkins Mr Ken Gannon Region Mr Wayne Holdsworth Mr Sal Perna Ms S Foott Club Development Manager - North West Mr David Wood Prof M Hargreaves Region Mr Darryl Collings Mr Max Kelleher Mr G Hehir Community Football Coordinator Mr Brian Chaplin Mr S Overland Mr Shawn Wilkey Ms Diana Taylor Ms D Wilcock Resource & Research Officer Mr Ray Allsopp VFL APPEALS BOARD Dr Jim Watterston Female Football Development Manager Mr Ian Hill QC (Chairman) Ms Chyloe Kurdas Mr Peter Weightman FOOTBALL VICTORIA MEMBERS KickStart Indigenous Development Manager Bendigo Bombers Mr W Driscoll Mr Derek Kickett VFL INVESTIGATION / REPORTING OFFICER Box Hill Hawks Mr J Ure AFL Recreational Football Coordinator Mr Paul Aarons Casey Scorpions Mr J Sharkie Mr Sam Coen Mr Nick Carmichael Coburg Tigers Mrs L Priest AFL Multicultural Football Project Coordinator Mr Craig Shiell Frankston Mr J McGrath Mr Nick Hatzoglou North Ballarat Mr P Wilson Multicultural Officer Western Region AUDITOR Northern Bullants Mr S Papal Ms Kiemi Lai Port Melbourne Mr P Saultry KPMG Multicultural Officer South East Region Sandringham Mr G Ryan Mr Michael Nguyen Werribee Mr J Nicol HONORARY SOLICITORS Multicultural Officer Central East Region Williamstown Mr T Monti Messrs Mahoney, Galvin & Rylah Mr Peter Romaniw Multicultural Officer Northern Region Dandenong & District JFL Ms A Brown 2006 VFL LIFE MEMBERS Mr Graeme Pratt Diamond Valley FL Mr R Ward Mr Nathan Saunders (Werribee/North Ballarat) Multicultural Officer North West Region Eastern FL Mr S Jones Mr Nicholas Sautner (Sandringham/Frankston/ Mr Ali Fahour Essendon District FL Mr I Price Northern Bullants) Moorabbin Saints JFL Mr D Andrews Mr Shane Mason (Umpire) Southern FL Mr E Lloyd-Griffiths TAC CUP REGION MANAGERS Mr Daniel Clarke (Frankston) Riddell District FL Mr A Matthews Bendigo Pioneers Mr Ray Byrne Riddell District JFL Mr P Lithgow Calder Cannons Mr Chris Gleeson VALE VAFA Mr B McTaggart Dandenong Stingrays Mr Darren Flanigan Mr Gary Gilchrist VCFL Mr N Rolfe Eastern Rangers Mr Ian Flack (President – Sandringham Zebras) Victorian Women’s FL Ms D Lee Geelong Falcons Mr Michael Turner Waverley Junior FA Mr J McLoughlin Gippsland Power Mr Peter Francis Produced by Geoff Slattery Publishing (GSP) Western Region FL Mr I Hamm Murray Bushrangers Mr Andrew Carson for Football Victoria Yarra JFL Mr B Rennison North Ballarat Rebels Mr Phil Partington Editor: Mr Andrew Wallace Northern Knights Mr Peter Kennedy Designer: Mr Karl Chandler FOOTBALL VICTORIA ADMINISTRATION Oakleigh Chargers Mr Stephen Conole Photo Manager: Ms Bryony Lloyd-Fitt Chief Executive Officer Mr Ken Gannon Sandringham Dragons Mr Wayne Oswald Executive Assistant Ms Marlene Gregson Western Jets Mr Shane Sexton Financial Controller Mr Stephen Smith Human Resources Coordinator FOOTBALL VICTORIA REGION Ms Amanda Howes DEVELOPMENT MANAGERS Marketing Manager Mr Peter Harley COUNTRY REGIONS Marketing Officer Ms Jennifer Pryor North Ballarat Mr Tim Shearer Marketing Assistant/Receptionist Wimmera Mr Geoff Burdett Ms Sarah Bos South West Mr Jock Whiting PR – Media Support, Marketing Bendigo Mr Tony McNamara TBA Nth Central & Central Mr Daryl Powell

50 Structure of Australian Football As at February, 2007

AFL

WAFC SANFL AFL TASMANIA AFL VICTORIA AFL NSW/ACT AFL QLD AFL NT

MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENTS CLUB LICENCE AGREEMENTS

VFL TAC CUP *DDJFL *DVFL *EFL *EDFL VICTORIAN *MSJFL COUNTRY FOOTBALL *RDFL LEAGUE 69,975 *RDJFL *SFL *VAFA *WJFA METRO FOOTBALL *WRFL LEAGUES *VWFL 58,300 *YJFL

NAB AFL AUSKICK AFL VICTORIA DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES COMMUNITY UMPIRE LOCAL COACH RECREATIONAL MULTI- SCHOOL PROGRAM 45,252 FEMALE INDIGENOUS CHILDREN DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITIES EDUCATION FOOTBALL CULTURAL 95,925 PARTICIPANTS

* DDJFL – Dandenong & District Junior Football League * RDFL – Riddell District Football League * WRFL – Western Region Football League * DVFL – Diamond Valley Football League * RDJFL – Riddell District Junior Football League * VWFL – Victorian Women’s Football League * EFL – Eastern Football League * SFL – Southern Football League * YJFL – Yarra Junior Football League * EDFL – Essendon District Football League * VAFA – Victorian Amateur Football Association * MSJFL – Moorabbin Saints Junior Football League * WJFA – Waverley Junior Football Association

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