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CHAIRMAN'S REPORT

The 1988 season has been one of both change and consolidation, with the underlying feature being greater stability and progress.

After several changes in 1987, this year has seen the ongoing commitment from all of our Commissioners. The heavy workload they are undertaking, coupled with their reasoned decision making, gives both myself and football officials throughout the state, great confidence in their ability to tackle the challenges that lie ahead.

A highlight of the year undoubtablywas the performance of our Senior State of Origin Team in the Bi.Centennial Australian Championships held in Adelaide in March. The determination and effort shown by all and their unbridled enthusiasm to do well for their home state produced marvellous results for New South Wales and the ,. code in our state. The standing and respect in which N.S.W. is held by officials and supporters throughout Australia was particularly furthered by this group of young men.

The continued support of Junior Associations and Officials has maintained the high standard of our Junior State Sides, and their importance is of no lesser standing than their senior counterparts. The untiring efforts of workers in junior football throughout the state ensures the progression and growth of our code for the future.

The fine work of Ian Granland, our Chief Executive, and his diligent staff has been of considerableyalue throughout the year. Our inter-relation with the Sydney Swans has again been of mutual benefit, and the continued flow of • financial support from them has allowed much to be acheived in the areas of development and ongoing promotion of Australian Football in this state. The efforts of staff in the Swans office have also been of great assistance.

Whilst I am pleased with the consolidation and improvement in the management of football in this State during 1988, I look forward with a keen eye to the unification into the fold of more of our Southern Leagues in the years to come. The zest and youthful exuberance of those in the Northern areas, complimented by the traditions and experience of those in the South, can see football in New South Wales going from strength to strength. I am hopeful that all will work towards this end, as just in the case of our State of Origin boys, only a united effort with New South Wales football rather than individual prejudices in mind, will see football as the winner in our great state.

May I also take this opportunity to sincerely thank the New South Wales Government through its Department of Sport and Recreation arm for its enthusiastic support of our code by both consultative and financial assistance.D

JOHN MORRIS CHIEF COMMISSIONER N.S.W. AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE LTD.

NSWAFL Page 1 1988 Annual Report THE N.S.W.A.F.L. IN 1988

STAFF AND STRUcrURE many other publications, ~inhouse". Wales inserts are now available As can be seen, the corresponding throughout the state, allowing any The first two months of 1988saw the improvement in quality and layout club to send its teams onto the field departure of Development Man- reflect a far more professional im~ with a professional and attractive ager Greg Harris after a two year age for the league and our code appearance. Whilst only in a small stint and the return to Queensland throughout the state. way, it also unifies our sport of short term Administration Man- throughout the state, thus giving ager Graham Nulall. Further improvements to the Ac- players state identification and loy- counting and Football Administra~ alty. Since this time a great deal more tion packages, as well as a larger stability has been enjoyed with the memory capacity and new screen, Playing jumpers and footballs bear- recruitment of Tim Johnson to fill place the league in a position of ing the NSW logo are also available the role of Administration Man- heal thy preparation for the nineties. as of 1989, not only complementing ager, and the promotion of Craig the on field image of the game, but Davis to the position of Develop- Leagues or clubs who require print- also providing revenue for football ment Manager. ing services for programmes, social in this state as well as a return to invitations or newsletters may con- individual clubs. Long serving League offical, Bob tact the League office. McConnell, left in September and An exciting project, and one which was replaced by young and enthusi- ERSKINVILLE OVAL with the neccessary support, will see astic AC.T.AF.L. employee, supporters of our game identifying Andrew Dee, who will encorporate At the time of writing this report, with New South Wales being a sig~ registrar duties amongst his tasks as the League was negotiating with the nificant Australian Football playing Administration Manager. Tim Sydney City Council for a long term State. Johnson has taken on the portfolio lease on the inner western football of Operations Manager. ground for development solely as MEDIA SUPPORT the Australian Football headquar~ Chief Executive, Ian Granland, ters in Sydney and the State. Over the past few years, media sup- again led his team of hardworking port for our game in Sydney has con- full-time staff in providing support By obtaining additional funds from centrated on the VFL team located to all ofthe voluntary football lovers the state government through its in the Capital, and seldom shows throughout the state. ~Footy Tab~ arm for ground im- interest in the local level. provements and office Executive Secretary, Linda Black- accomodation, the League would An improved amount of coverage burn, returned after a three month have an ongoing show piece and fa- was evident during the finals period, saba tical in sunny Queensland, and cility for NSW football. particularly pre and post Grand Fi- her expertise is a foundation stone nal, however, as a whole we suffered for the administration team. The uses for all clubs, leagues, and badly. , inter league fixtures in New South , The Development Officers gained a Wales are endless and we are hope- In 1989 we will again approach Edi~ , > new member to the fold in David ful for a successful completion of tors, Sub-Editors,Journalists etc ..to Bolton, and again serviced schools negotiations, which look most likely ellicit not just their support, but and the system diligently. at the time of writing. equality of coverage for a sport of our size and following given that of COMPUTER SYSTEM PROPERTIES DMSION other less dominant activities.

During 1988, the league added to its 1988 has seen negotiations and Whilst the league will be working computer hardware by incorporat- much groundwork laid for the up- tirelessly in this area, it is the indi- ing a desk top publishing system,la- grading of our codes image at its vidual clubs on a community based ser printer and scanner. most visible point, the actual match level that can give maximum re- situation. sponse by working with local publi- This equipment has allowed the cations,. We trust that this will production ofthis annual report and Football shorts with New South become a greater priority for'" <,

NSWAFL Page 2 1988 Annual Report some. Ian Smith M.P., the Director, Assis- ideal reference guide. Support in the Country areas, espe- tant Director and Departmental Of- We trust that its distribution is being cially the Riverina and Border ar- ficer, Mr Paul Hemage. We look handled thoroughly and look for- eas, has again been strong, forward to an ongoing happy asso- ward to bringing you an even better particularly from the print medium. ciation. product in the future. The traditions of the game in these areas are being assisted by the en- SPONSORSHIP STATE OF ORIGIN MATCH thusiastic coverage of local media. A renewed commitment to the pro- The NSWAFL have invited the Vic- GOVERNMENT GRANTS & curing of monies from the corporate torian Football League to compete ASSISTANCE sector has seen promising results al- in a State of Origin match against a ready in preparation for 1989. New South Wales team at the The New South Wales Government Sydney Cricket Ground under lights through its Sport and Recreation Once again, the low profile status during the 1989 football season. Department has again been of great that Australian Football holds in assistance to this League during the States' Capital gives administra- It is hoped that the Victorians will 1988. tors little joy when attempting to accept this offer and give the people gain corporate support. 1988 has of New South Wales the opportu- In many areas, this Department has seen little change to this scenario. nity of viewing and identifying with provided invaluable advice and their own Senior State team. planning assistance to the League. The League views sponsorship as a In particular, the support and coun- vital resource to alleviate the finan- The success of the NSW side in the sel given during our application for cial burden on the budget. The suc- Bicentenial Australian Champion- office space at Sports House was of cessful signing of a major sponsor ships held in Adelaide in March as great value. would allow greater success of indio well as the success of the State of vidual projects such as State and Origin concept in other codes, leads Financially too, theN.S.W. Govern- Country Championships etc.. and us to view the possibility of such a ment has again contributed greatly also the financial strains of individ- clash with great optimism. to the maintainance of staffing lev. ual clubs and Leagues. els and for specific grants. TIMEKEEPERS ASSOCIATION A continuance of priority in this The subsidizing of these salaries is area, coupled with staff capable of During 1988 a New South Wales imperitive for the stability and sat- dealing with the corporate sector in Australian Football League Time- keepers Association was formed for isfactory manning of the League, we this regard, leads one to optimism are most greatful for this support. in this difficult undertaking. the linking together of those impor- tant yet,unheralded football work. 1988 SUPPORT STATE DIRECTORY ers in our game. Chaired by Mr Lionel Beale, this Chief Executive Thecontinuance oftheN.S. W. State group is slowly coming together and S 15,000 Directory ensured ease of commu- with the interest and support of de- State Director of Coaching nication between all involved with voted 'siren blowers' from all over $ 14,000 our sport in this state. the state, should continue to grow. Administration Assistant. S 7,000 Its emergence as a quality reference Passing on information as to thelat- Development Specific Subsidies with improved appearance and con. est trends, equipment and signalling $10,000 tent presents an excellent etc as well as involving State game $ 2,000 professional image for football in representation and finals appoint- New South Wales. ing, much can be gained by the suc- The League expresses it's sincere cess and establishment ofthis group. appreciation to the N.S.W. Govern- 1989 will see great editorial content For more information contact the ment through the Minister for Sport in this publication, thus making it League office on (02) 332 3791.0 and Recreation, the Han. Bob Ro- more interesting as well as being the

NSWAFL Page 3 1988 Annual Report DEVELOPMENT MANAGER'S REPORT

being played against the major Eagles match which certainly en- states eg: N.S.W. vs Vic S.C.G. hanced the prestige of this champi- 19891 onship. In a magnificent team performance Central West powered After resurrecting the State Cham. away in the finish to record a memo- pionship from a long recess in 1987, rable win. it was held again this year, suggest- ing some form of stability. The con- The junior Representative perform- cept of this form of matches between ances were encouraging with Teal major football bodies is a must to Cup 6th position, Shell Cup runners keep the standard of football in the up to Queensland, Combined High state on an even keel. In 1989 every Schools 5th and the P.S.S.A in sev- effort will be made to incorporate enth position. other leagues into this championship. This will only be done, if these Each team in their Own right had leagues can open their eyes and see some very sterling performances, NSW AFL Development Manager, the benefits gained from a carnival especially the Teal Cup drawn game Craig Davis of this nature. The benefits being after full time against Tasmania, good competitive football, opportu. which unfortunately was lost in ex. nity to win prize money and the tra time. 1988 was a year of change, all for the better, across the board from sen- chance for players to gain selection iors to juniors. to represent the N.S.W.AF.L. These results were equal or just a little below 1987 which is encourag- Riverina's success at the Champion- ing, but in my view this means more Before continuing with what hap- pened during the year I would like ships means they have narrowed the work is required to push the other to pay a tribute to my predecessor gap to only one against Farrer states, especially from myself, and '76,'78,'80 &'87 and increased their Greg Harris. The infrastructure and to some degree by coaches, selectors knowledge which Greg set up made lead over Sydney '74 & '75 by adding and the boys themselves. my transition to this position easier to their previous titles won in '77 & '79. Since coming to Sydney in 1986 the than it would have been. To you Huey, a great thankyou. biggest area of improvement in foot- The Country Championships were ball I've seen is the quality and Senior representative football again held on a regional basis and quantity of umpires. With a massive the final was played at the S.c.G. area's which were run by the 1988 number of V.F.L appointments, Development Fund included: coaching courses and a general pro- The Northern Final (Coffs Har- fessional approach, we can only go The State Championship bour) and Southern Final (Bega) from strength to strength. The Country Championship were played on a horrifying weekend due to torrential rain, with the This area will be enhanced by the The season started off with a bang winners beind North Coast and appointment of David Levens, the with the New South Wales sucress Central West respectively. new Umpires Director who is start- in the Bi-centennial Carnival held ing in November. in Adelaide. The pride with which Both winners are to be congratu- the boys wore the true blue jumper lated on their fine performances, Before leaving this are.:1.a special was tremendous and it showed in the North Coast consolidating their mention must be made to Tony St their performances, nearly defeat- position of being Champions of Clair and Brian Leggett for their en- ing South Australia and ultimately 1987 and Central West who have thusiasm and tireless hours devoted toppling Western Australia by two made fantastic progress, with such a to this cause, for little reward. points. These results vindicated our big turn around compared to their promotion into Division I ahead of results of the past. Level I & II Coaching Courses such states as Tasmania, Queen. were conducted in Sydney in early sland etc ... From this I can see in the The final was played at the S.c.G. February, and from all reports they future, matches of a one off situaion preceding the Swans vs West Coast were certainly beneficial to the~

NSWAFL Page 4 1988 Annual Report attendees. from Junior Schools Sports, an area the growth of the development of targeted for 1989. Football in this state. Level a & I were also conducted at a number of Teacher Training The Development Personnel and Whilst on sponsorship I would like Centres. their respective areas were as fol- to extend the Leagues appreciation lows:- to the following bodies and corpo- Knowledge gained from these can Craig Davis: Coaching and Devel- rations who did assist ouroperations only help to strengthen the code in opment Manager this year. this state. Tony Turner: Riverina Develop- ment Manager The Sydney Swans Football Club. The Development Fund through fi- Stephen Wright: St Georgel Development Fund. nancial assistance and resources Sutherland contributed to the following:- Brett Scott: Campbelltown The Victorian Football League - De- Craig Holden: North Shorel velopment Fund. Financial Contribution Warringah To Representative Da"en McAsey: Hills & Districts National Sport Division of the Teams Dennis Carrol! : Georges River Rothman's Foundation David Bolton: Catholic Schools Australian Airlines. (1) State Championships Last year we stated Mick Daniher (2) Country Championships would be sadly missed. He is having Department of Sport, Recreation (3) Teal Cup great success in his new role with and Racing. (4) Shell Cup the Victorian Junior Council. (5) Combined High Schools (Swans Elastoplast Smith & Nephew. Shield) His replacement Tony Turner has (6) P.S.S.A. done a fantastic job and I cannot Adidas. speak more highly of him. Travel Subsidies, Pen- Sherrin and Faulkner Footballs. nants, Trophies and Country trips are oneof our greatest Footballs promotional tools and should be City Ford. continued into the future. .';j- _A (1) Lions Cup Knockout (2) Swan Shield Knockout Forty four trips were undertaken by To the Development Officers, (3) P.S.S.A Knockout the Development Staff, however not thanks for a job well done after ~ (4)Catholic School regular and every affiliated area was able to be fragmented start to the season. ~ knockout competition. visited due to the lateness of the would also like to extend to IafJ budget approval. Granland and Tim Johnson my ap- Clinics and Coaching preciation for their help in admini- Camps N.S.W.A.F.L. is fighting a hard stering the Development Program, battle to gain its own identity. Due and to the girls in both offices. to the professional outlook and hard Many schools and Junior Clubs work of all conderned within the Finally this is an opportunity to made good use of the subsidies of. League this task is being won. thank the people who do thing just fered to them by purchasing jump- for the love of the game, without ers through th N.S.W.AF.L.Jumper Don't get complacent it's not over you there's no football, therefore Grant Scheme. yet. With a number of contra deals the League is eternally grateful. in place and a significant major SCHOOL PROGRAMMES sponsorship being negotiated, the Let the 1989 Games Commence. The participation rate in High future looks rosey . This sponsor- Schools had a significant increase, ship enables the League to become however Primary Schools had a reasonably independent of funds Craig Davis. alarming decrease due to the graciously provided by the Swans Coaching & Development P.S.S.A. Association moving away and the V.F.L., enabling scope for ManagerD

NSWAFI. Page 5 1988 Annual Report 1988 UIS SHELL CUP

1988 SHELL CUP Wagga 15-8 (98) d Riv 11-8 (74) R IVERI NA: Ma rk Whyte,Peter Green, Daniel Breed, Mark Sanson, TRiALS Day 2: Saturday, July 16 Albury 6-9 (45) d Wagga 6-8 (44) WAGGA: Shane Burgmann, Jason One of the highlights of the 1988 Riv 14-8 (92) d B Hill 10-9 (69) Mooney, Sam King, Geoff Seymour , Season was the magnificent organi- Syd 17-10 (112) d Camp 2-4 (16) sing efforts of the Central Coast Albury 11-12 (78) d W. Riv3-5 (23) ALBURY: Corey Dickins , Paul Australian Football League in pre- Gooden, Justin Way, Graeme Bar- senting the Shell Cup Trials in July. Day 3, Sunday, July 17 ber. The work put in was well rewarded Syd 10-12 (72) d Wagga 9-8 (62) with a successful three day carnival W Riv12-6 (78) d Camp 5-6 (36) SAPPHIRE COAST: Brett Saun- and the accolades from all compet- Albury 11-15 (81) d B Hil16-8 (44) ders ing regions. In conclusion it must be said that BROKEN HILL: Dale Betterman, Once again the competition was an whilst these trials are in essence Duncan Driscoll, Scott Perry excellent display of New South held for the purpose of selecting the Wales junior elite footballers, with best twenty-five UIS Footballers in WESTERN RIVERINA: Anthony great skills and sportsmanship to the state to represent New South Noack, Stephen Brooksby, Scott the fore. Wales, a great comrady exists Angove, amongst the various areas devel- The attitude of all regions in that oped over the three days. Whilst this CENTRAL COAST: Sean Killen. they recognised the opportunity to feeling is prevalent and we keep wit- promote individuals into the State nessing the showcase of talent and RESULTS: Team as well as see their area per- standard displayed in Tumbi Umbi form well in a team sense, saw good over the three days, we can all feel Saturday, September 3. competitive football with the COf- most pleased with the achievements NSW 15- 8 (98) V ACT 10- 8 (68) reet emphasis on the individual of the many hard working organisers Goals: M. Whyte 5, G. Barber 3, S. achieve the highest honour. Wel- from all over the State that make it Angove 3, C.-Martin, P. Gooden, B. comed by the selectors and N.S.W. all possible. Saunders, S. Nicholls 1. officials, this attitude set the tone Best: M. Whyte, J. Mooney, S. for a successful carnival. Angove, S. Burgmann, C. Martin, 1988 UNDER 15 M. Sanson The performances of Sydney, Al. SHELL bury and Wagga Wagga were Sunday, September 4. CUP CARNIVAL extremely strong, whilst Broken NSW 13-15 (93) V TAS 7-14 (56) Hill, Riverina and Western River- Goals: D. Breed 4, S. Nicholls 3, G. ina set very high standards in their CANBERRA, SEPT Barber 2, P. Gooden, C. Martin, S. contests. The N.S. W. Composite 3-5 King, S. Angove 1. Team won the hearts of all in atten- Best: S. Angove, M. Sanson, D. dance with their determination and Breed, C. Glindemann, M. Whyte, RUNNER UP commitment. Their involvement as J. Mooney. a vehicle for boys whose area is not represented to bea part of the week- Coach: Terry McGee Monday, September 5. end and gain Shell Cup Selection Ass' Coach: Tim Johnson NSW 9-12 (66) V QLD 14-12 (96) was again justified with two inclu- Manager: Ted Ray Goals: D. Breed 2, B. Saunders 2, S. sions from their ranks. Trainer: Dennis Burkinshaw Angove, C. Martin, M. Whyte, C. Glindemann, P. Green 1. Best: M. Results THE TEAM Whyte, G. Barber, S. King, J. Mooney, G. Seymour, M. Sanson. Day 1, Friday, July 15 SYDNEY:ChristianMartin, Stephen Albury 13-10 (88) d Riv 7-6 (48) AWARDWINNERS B Hill 16-12 (108) d Camp2-4 (16) Murphy,Craig Glindeman, Shayne Nicholls, Lee Grigor, Best & Fairest (New South Wales) Syd 11-14 (80) d West. Riv 9-8 (62) Mark Whyte" ..

NSWAFL Page 6 1988 Annual Report Most Consistent: Jason Mooney checked into our accommodation, ning margin against quality oppqsi- which was excellent, a light training tion was most rewarding. The efforts Best VA.C.T.. Mark Whyte run (in torrential rain) cleared away of individual players who rose to the the lethargy of a four hour train coaches challenges after poor first Best V Tasmania (Joint Winners) journey. day performances, again high- Mark Sanson & Scott Angove lighted the character of those young Our evening meal at the Quean- men. Best V Queensland - Mark Whyte beyan Football Club was of the high standard enjoyed by the Teal Cup The opening ceremony at Team earlier in the year, and again AC.T.AF.L. Headquarters, Foot- provided a stimulating environment ball Park, strangely after day two of The 1988 Shell Cup Championships away from the living quarters. Astir- the carnival, was again handled with were hosted by the AC.T. , with ring team meeting to prepare for the great professionalism by the local games being played within Can- opening clash against AC.T. was authorities. A tour of the magnifi- berra. The smallest body amongst the last item on the agenda before cent new Parliament House the competing States did a tremen- returning home for a good nights followed, giving the squad an oppor- dous job of organising the busy rest. tunity to escape the rigours of the schedule, catering to the needs of demanding programme with no visiting States and ensuring every Glorious sunshine greeted the scheduled rest days. detail be covered to produce a suc- dawning of the first day of the cessful carnival. Championship and after observing After another magnificent meal at the earlier match between Tasma- Queanbeyan and a rewarding talk The first point of gathering was not nia and Queensland, the Blues took by former VFL Champion Alex sedate Canberra, but bustling to the field against the hosts AC.T .. Jesaulenko the boys faced the final Sydney as the boys assembled for With little opportunity to play to- against Queensland scheduled the the pre championship camp at Nar- gether as a team, the start was cer. next day with confidence and the rabeen. Two and a half days oftrain- tainly shakey and just after the satisfaction of a side well prepared. ing, videos and lectures provided the quarter time break the home side After the opening stanza kicking opportunity for the group to get to extended its lead to over 3 goals. against the fresh breeze, the NSW know one another and perform the The first evidence of the tremen- team held a narrow lead over the skills in the manner required for dous team spirit which this team maroons, placing themselves in a State football. possessed now surfaced as led by position to stamp their authority on brilliant centre half forward Mark the match. The camp was most successful in all Whyte the Wales boys steadied and aspects, and I am sure that the in- gradually overtook the game boys Controlling the game for 10 minutes tense comradary shown by this team from Canberra. Strong defence by of the second term, the Blues was developed during the period at Jason Mooney and Shane opened up an 11 point lead and Narrabeen. The standard ofwork on Burgmann complimented the at- shortly afterwards missed two set the track was good and off the field tacking flair of Scott Angove, Chris- shots from within 20 metres of the a highlight was the memorable tian Martin and Mark Sanson to big uprights. Four quick majors by "talk" given by Swans Senior Coach produce the solid 30 point victory. the Queenslanders in the remainder Tom Hafey. of the quarter bought them the lead Again on day two our opponents and in hindsight set them on the Manager Ted Ray's insistance on jumped to an early lead and the Tas- path to victory. honesty during player profile time manian camp could smell victory. unearthed some memorable and The pace and "reading" skills of Despite the efforts of Graeme Bar- lasting nicknames, again bringing Scott Angove coupled with four ber up forward, Mark Whyte, Sam the lads closer together. Leaving goals from spearhead Daniel Breed, King and Mark Sanson in the mid sunny Sydney on the Friday morn- the coaching move of Mark Whyte field, as well as Jason Mooney and ing, we travelled by train to the Na- into the pivot, as well as a general Geoff Seymour in defence, the ma- tions Capital only to be met by rallying for the team by all its mem- roons lengthened their lead to five teaming rain and the prospect of a bers saw a gradual wearing down of goals using the wind advantage in "mudlarks" weekend. Having the opposition. The 37 point win- the third term, and held firm~

NSWAFL Page 7 1988 Annual Report against the tiring challengers in the Queanbeyan Football Club: In par- sured that each lad enjoyed every last to record a 5 goal victory. ticular Ricci Cragg and Ron Fowlie minute of the trip, yet knew the for their untiring efforts to ensure bounds of good behaviour and stan- Although defeated, the young men we were well looked after, and the dards expected. He was fantastic. from NSW had given it their best boys enjoyed their stay. and already favourites of the Tas- The Players: A group of young men manian and ACT teams, had repre- Development Manager, Craig Davis, to be proud of, who showed a degree sented themselves well against a and Rh'erina Development Manager, of mateship, comradery and com- contingent that seemed to have for- Tony Turner: For their untiring and mon purpose rarely seen in sport, gotten the ideals of a friendly carni- enthusiastic assistance. rarer in representative sport where val and the spirit of junior competi- strangers come together, and even tion. Parents: Of the boys who turned up rarer for men so young. A pleasure in droves to show the enthusiastic to be involved with. Thereafter followed the presenta- support envied by others at the tion of trophies to the outstanding Championship. players in the carnival for the NSW Summary team. Witnessed by the marvellous Coach, Terry McGee: Whose posi- contingent of parents who travelled tive reinforcement was responsible When thousands of dollars arc ex- to Canberra to support their sons for getting the most out of each lad pended on a given project, success (23 of the 25 boys parents), it was a and set a positive environment for is usually expected. In terms of re- happy and bonding experience for the whole six days. suIts, one could think that second all in attendance. place was not a true indication of Trainer, Dennis Burkinshaw: Whose our standing given the strengths of Thanks dedication and concern not only the participating teams. Iwouldsug- meant that the boys were well gest that although the final day was The sincere appreciation of the New looked after but also won the re- not to our liking, the development South Wales Australian Football spect and friendship of all involved. of these young men involved, in re- League is extended to the following gard to both football and "life" ex- people who contributed to the suc- Manager, Ted Ray: Who left no de- periences and their conduct and excess of the 1988 NSW Shell Cup tail to chance, who showed why he cellent representation of the State Campaign. has no peer in this field, and who by of New South Wales, made this a his calm and supportive manner en- very successful exercise. 0 Mike Taylor (ACfAFL) Organiser: A magnificent effort with no detail left to chance - of great assistance and a new friend of NSW Football.

A.C. T.A.F.L. Officials: All of whom worked tirelessly for the success of the championships.

Tom Hafey: For his assistance at the camp and the fantastic talk he gave the boys afterwards.

NSW Development Officers: For their assistance at the camp and their support in coming to Canberra to watch the final game.

Shell Australia: For their sponsorship and support of junior spurt throughout Austmlia. Tom Hafey - Inspirational at Shell Cup Qlmp

NSWAFL Page 8 1988 Annual Repurt NEW SOUTH WALES 1988 SHELL CUP TEAM (CANBERRA)

FRONT ROW: (L to R) StcpbeD Murphy. Ramsgale, Anthony Noadl; • Jerilderie, Mark Whyte (Vice Captain, 01and) • Atdlethan, Detmis BUl'lr.insbaw- Tr.mec, Terry McGee • Coaclt. Ted Rll)' • Manager. lunJOhn.sorl • AMistant Coach, Pda Greeu - Yanco. Cory Dic:ki.ns • Oak1aDds, Christian Martin - BanUtown.

SECOND ROW: F.ul Gooden. Osborne. Justin Wt.y - Oaklands. Mart Sanson - Lake 1'8Cl'$, Brtn S.unden - EdeD, Jason Moooey (VICe Captain, Tas.) • 1'um:y Park, Lee GrigOl' • PittwJ.tcr. Geollrcy Seymour • TuNey Park. sam King (Vice Captain, A.C.T,) • Lockhart, Graeme Barber. BUt1ja, Scoct Angovt: • Jerilderie.

TIlJRDROW: Sean Killen. KiUameyVale, DUQQUIDriscoU • Wentworth, Danic:lBreed • BareLlanUniled, Shane Burgmann • Wtgga Tigers. Stcpbell Brooksby • Berrigan, Craig Olindcmann • Forest, SoJct Perry. Wentworth, Shane Nicll

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" NORTHERN pants, there is consolation in the matches with the Saphire Leagile DMSION fact that the gaps between each showing its dominance in the last COFFS HARBOUR League are closing and that with game, winning it by sixty three hard work, their day may not be too points and taking a strong hold on far away. the final trophy. The Northern Division of the Coun- try Championships were beset by a RESULTS DAY 2 constant teaming afwater from the With the sun trying to shine through heavens from start to finish. Day! Nstle6-5 (41) d Cent Cst 2-1(13) all eyes were on the Sapphire boys to see if their winning streak would The magnificent efforts of Steve MNCoast2-6(18)d Siand 1-6(12) N Coast 8-6 (54) d Nth WstO-4(4) continue. The Central West team Lavis and the North Coast League Nstle 4-6 (30) d MN Coast 0-2(2) made it through to the final proving Organising Committee to set up the that their tactic of a ten can limit Championships at the picturesque N Coast 3-8 (26) d S land 3-0 (18) Cent Cst4-3(27)d NthWst 2-2(14) and a three o'clock curfew the night Fitzroy Oval were put in greatjeop- before had worked. ardy. The fact that the weekend Day 2- Final 1 went ahead with only minor disrup- N Coast 4-8 (32) d Nstle 2-4 (16) The final was close aU day, but with tions was a tribute to the excellent youth, desire and a tremendous will organisation and the hard work put Best Player during Carnival to win, the West boys edged the in by all involved. Ian Woods (North Coast) Sapphire Coast out by one point in a fitting result to a great weekend of Although the second day's pro- Leading Goalkicker football. gramme was shortened to only a fi- Steve Smith (North Coast) nal being played, each league had RESULTS embarked on two sorties onto the Best Player in the Final "slide park" and enjoyed the hos- Day 1 -il. Richard Booth (North Coast) Cent Cst 6-2(38) d Farrer 6-7(37) ~, pitiality of the city of Coffs Harbour, South Cst 8-9 (57) d 111a8-5(53) ~. leaving the summer paradise quite Saph Cst9-1l(65)d Cent C2-3(15) content given the abhorent climatic SOUTHERN Far 6-8 (44) d Cent Wst 2-3(15) conditions. DMSION 5aph Cst 14-9(91)d 5th Cst 78(50) BEGA The final was enlivened by a good Day 2 sized crowd whose vocal support en- Like our counterparts further north Saph Cst 9-7 (61)d 5th Cst 78(50) sured a real finals atmosphere even we too suffered the wraith of god, Cent Wst 8-10(58) d Far 5-2(32) with the uninterrupted downpour with rain turning the Bega Sth Cst 3-9(27)d 111a2-8(20) from above. The enthusiastic re- showground into an undesirable sponse from the sidelines was par- playing arena. FINAL ticularly vocal when two ducks CWst 6-14(50)d 5aph Cst 6-13(49) landed on the near wing and pro- The efforts of Ken Woodman, Greg ceeded to swim around on the pro- Wollaston and their steering com- BEST PLAYERS vided "lake". mittee certainly made the weekend Il1awarra- Mick Smith a great success. South Coast- Shane Art North Coasts victory was earnt after Farrer- Simon Hicks a titanic struggle with the boys from The Coca-Cola sponsorship en- Sapphire Coast- Roger Adams Newcastle. Given the conditions, it abled the Saphire League to enter- Central West- Mick Manning was an absorbing duel that saw each tain the League officials and visiting teams fortunes fluctuate through- players on Saturday night, further Player of Final out. That North Coast were victori- enhancing the credability of the Michael Boyd (Central West) ous was a fitting conclusion for a Southern final. League that had worked so hard Player of Series both on and off the field. For DAY! Robert Pekin (South Coast)D Newcastle and the other partici- Witnessed some hard fought

NSWAFL Page 13 1988 Annual Report 1988 NSWAFL STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

The Bi-Centennial Championships were held in the Sydney - B. Kershaw 2, M. Barber 2, A Taylor 2, A vel)' picturesque lown of Narrandera, deep in the heart Sidoli, B. Denton, G. Dignan. of the Riverina and hosted by the Rivarina Football Best: Riven'na • W. Sykes (B.O.G.),T. Neus, D. Brown, League. R. carey, D. Johnson, G. Doswell, G, Piepar. Sydney- B. Kershaw, R. Trkula, R. Sharp, B. Denton. Played over the Anzac Day Weekend, the weather was Umpires - E Benesch (Broken Hill) & D. excellent following heary rain in coastal areas and the Henderson(Riverina ). standard of play and commitment, second to none. Game 3 Sydney 15.17 (107) D Broken Hill 9.12 (66) That the Riverina team was successful is now history, Goals: Sydney - B. Kershaw 6, M. Travers 2 B. Denton and congratulations and respect must be afforded the 2, M. Barber 2, G. Clarke, D. Querwli, L. Mildenhall. State Champions for the hard work and thorough B. Hill - B. Morris 3, K Pollard, C. Burgman, W, preparation put in after the previous years loss. They Walker, P. Johns, B. Price, R. Stanhouse. certainly stamped their authority on the Championship Best: Sydney - B. Kershaw, M, Travers, B. Denton, G. and have set a new benchmark for the other teams to Dignan, R. Sharp, A Taylor. B. Hill - B. Bearman, B. aspire to. Morris, W. Walker, L. Bow, D. Gray, P. Johns. Umpires : E. Banesch (Broken Hill) & D. I Played in the right spirit, the weekend produced some Henderson(Farrer) memorable highlights with all teams finding some joy in their performances or improvements. FINAL

The hard work of the Organising Committee was re- Riverina 20.12 (132) D Farrer 7,9 (51) warded with a faultless weekend, and is to beapplauded Goals: Riverina: W. Sykes 6, M, Walsh 6, M. Hoffert 2, by all. T. Ness, G. Piepar, W. Brown, D. Brown, A Maher, G, Vardanega l.Farrer: C. Seeton 2, D. Oliver 2, A The future of such a championship should be viewed Corbett, EMacGragor, W. Stevens leach with optimism and renewed committment. Football in Best: Riverina: W. Sykes, M. Walsh, G. Vardanega, M. NSW deserves such a stage to show its wares and draw Buchanan, G. Pieper, D. Brown, T. Ness, M. Cunning- together different areas who share the common goal ham, D. Walsh, G. Brain. Farrer A Buchhorn, W. to further our great game. Fowles, W. Stevens, A Corbett R. Robinson. Umpires: H. Rodrick (Sydney) & J. Ryan (Albury) RESULTS DAY 1 PLAYER OF THE SERIES Warren Sykes (Riverina) Gamel Farrer 17-16 (118) D Broken Hill 10- 8 (68) CARNIVAL BEST Goals: Farrer - D. Oliver 4, S. Cole 3, S. Williams 2, E MacGregor, S. Barber, G. Page, W. Fowles, T. Gillett, Riverina FL- Warren Sykes A. Corbett, C. Conlan, M. Driscoll 1 each. B.Hill • R. Ragenovich 2, J. Prenzol2, H. Price 2, R. Stenhouse 2, Farrer FL - Andrew Buchanan B. Price, D. Gray 1 each. Best: Farrer -J. Schullz(BOG) ,SoWilliams, G. Osborn, Sydney State FL - Brian Kershaw S. Cole, W. Fowles, F. McGregor. B.Hill - W. Walker, P. Johns, H. Price, B. Price, I. Broken Hill FL -Brian Bearman Mackay, J. Preruel, B. Bearman, L Bow. Umpires- J. Ryan (Albury) & H. Rodrick (Sydney) Gate Day 1 - S 700. 00 Game2 Day 2 - S 2000.00 Riverina 19.11 (125) D Sydney 9.10 (64) Goals: Riverina - W. Sykes 5, R. Carey 3, G. Pieper 3, D. Brown 3, M. Hofart 2, W. Carroll, M. Buchanan, A. M~hcr. o

NSWAFL Page 14 1988 Annual Report UMPIRES ADVISORS REPORT

At the completion of the 1987 sea- the past two years, something each more umpires will have their games son Iconsidered the success N.S.W. of them can be proud of. This now observed regularly. For the effort Umpires had attained during that see's Sydney based umpires officiat- these gentlemen have put in I sin- year would not be matched for some ing in more games than Sydney cerely thank you. time. How wrong you can be, with based players have played for the 1988 achievments far exceeding Sydney Swans. As I have resigned from all football 1987 performances. committments at the end of this sea- Other appointments thatave high- son, r must thank each and every With a sustained recruiting drive by lighted 1988 have been: one of you for your support over the the N.S.W.A.F.L. in conjunction • Ross Castle (former Riverina past three seasons. The role of with the Umpires Association num. Umpires Association) being se- AdvisorlDirector of umpiring has bers did not greatly increase, how- lected to represent N.S.W. in the Bi been an eye opener to me and with- ever the quality in all three Centenial Carnival in Adelaide. out the support of many of you and disciplines of umpiring did. Training • Ross Castle being the first N.S.W. the understanding of your partners became a necessity and it was not umpire to officiate in a V.F.L. Finals it would have been impossible. uncommon to have 35 to 45 at train- Series. (1988 Preliminary Final). ing. Training was undertaken by • Hugh Rodrick's selection to rep- I consider that we are now a success- field, boundary and goal umpires resent N.S.W. in the U17 Teal Cup ful, professional outfit and the unity and was culminated monthly by 4 Carnival. and cameraderie we have created km time trials. The times required • Andrew Lades' (Albury) selection over the three years is second only to be broken by each discipline re- to represent N.S.W. in the UIS Shell to the V.F.L. spectively before being eligible for Cup Canival. National selection being 14 min, 13 • 1988 State League Grand Final I wish the umpires and all those in- min 30 sec and 21 min. Appointments: volved in football in N.S.W. my best Field - Martin Jackson, John Reid, wishes for the future. 0 The fastest times for the 4 km for Boundary - John O'Shea, Andrew 1988 were; Gibson, Goal - Jim Smail, Tom 1988 NSWfVFL Appointments Frank Kalayzich Evans, Emergency - Mark Rendell. Name L LE R RE 12 min 52 sec.....(Field) O. Clarke (G) ACT 2 4 John O'Shea. N.S.W. Umpires nowhaveanexcep- R. Daniels (G) 5 3 13. min 07sec.....(Boundary) tionally solid base from which to T. Evans (0) 5 2 Ian White launch a far greater attack on Na- M. Jackson (F) 4 5 15 min 57 sec.....(Goal) tional Selection and fulfillment of B. Johns (B) ACT 3 N.S.W. committments. However, F. Kalayzich (F) 3 Thehighlightofthe season has been they must be aware of their first ob- J.Morris (B) 2 the coverage by umpires in all three ligation and that is to N.S.W. foot- J. Morton (B) 3 Leagues under our control. We have ball and by lifting the standard of J. O'Shea (B) 11 missed very few games during 1988 umpiring they a_re aiding the im- A. Perry (B) ACT 1 and from figures available I believe provement of football. The spin off G. Peters (0) 2 6 we have had umpires at 98% of to umpires is selection to the V.F.L. D. Pyne (F) ACT 1 games available. The standard of National Competition and the po- J. Reid (F) 1 umpiring in the N.S.W. State tential for personal betterment at M. Rendell (F) 1 3 League was excellent, with some 21 the highest level. We do have to be L. Roberts (B) ACT 4 5 field umpires being appointed to careful that we do not become a H. Rodrick (F) 3 first grade during the year. training ground for V.F.L. aspirants. B. Sheppard (F) 1 J. Small (0) 9 2 N.S.W. continued to support the 1988 hasseen the Umpires Appoint- A. Toy (F) ACT 2 National V.P.L. competition with ment Board take shape under Brian J. Van Beek (F) 1 1 umpires. We provided 103 umpires Leggett's leadership. Geoff M. Wadrop (8) 2 to appointments in first and reserve Dempsey, Terry Godfrey and Merv I. White (0) 4 grade during 1988 compared to only Williams have joined Brian on the 26 umpires from N.S.W. areas who U.A.B. providing an excellent L=League, LE= Lge Emg., have attained V.F.L. selection over springboard for 1989. So hopefully R=Reserve, RE= Res. Emg.

NSWAFL Page 15 1988 AnnulIl Report TRIBUNAL REPORT

There were two major reforms in how the Tribunal balanced the vari- volked both real issues of law and the proceedings this year; open ables which inevitablely means that the ap-plication of sentencing prin- hearings and the use of the final year one striking case is not simply like ciples consistent with those appli- law student advocates from the uni. any other. If it were otherwise, pen- cable in the wider judicial arena. In versity of New South Wales. alties could be awarded on the basis these, and other cases where signifi- Responses to the State League ofa two.variableschedulereflecting cant points of procedure were in- Questionaire suggest that the latter the offence and the player's previ- volved, the Tribunal continued its was a greater success than the for~ ousconvictions. Thatwould be "con- practice of publishing written deci- mer. sistent" in its certainty, even if at sions. These arc public documents odds with the opinion of a notable but not, it would seem, widely reo Pleas of guilty were entered to 2 of appeal court judge that "certainty is ferred to. every 5 charges before the Tribunal. a good thing but justice is better". Ofthose pleading not guilty, slightly (Champions of consistency might Finally, the duration of hearing over halfwereconvicted as charged, reflect upon just how consistent a nights remains a matter of concern. with 10% being found guilty only of 60% disapproval rating of Occasionally sufficient Tribunal a lesser offence. A third of players Tribunal's "attitude" is with an 80% members have been simultaneously pleading not guilty were acquitted. approval of "commitment" and a available to constitute two panels Of convicted players, 1 in every 3 90% approval/non-disapproval of and so accelerate the hearing of received non-suspensory penalties, "profess ionalism"!). cases, but making this a regular fa- reflecting the Tribunal's sentencing cility awaits the recruitment to the policy toward first offenders plead- The student advocate scheme, while Tribunal of appropriately qualified ing to or convicted of offences not flawed by an initial unfamiliarity and experienced personnel willing involving degrees of violence caus- with the game itself on the part of to commit three or four hours every ing or likely to cause injury. A fur~ most of the advocates, did afford Wednesday night from March to ther 1 in 3 received suspensions not proper representation to players September to trying to distil the exceeding 2 matches, the longer sen- from clubs otherwise unable to pro- truth from stories so conflicting that tences being reserved for recidivists vide adequate advocacy. The facility one often wonders if player and um- and rogues using feet, forearms, and was seen at its most effective in two pire were actually at the same elbows to the head, particularly serious cases, each involving alleged ground.D where the victim has just marked or assaults upon umpires, which in disposed of the ball and is least able to defend himself from attack. 1988 Tribunal Report. Breakdown of Reported Offences It is this sentencing pattern, regularly restated at public hearings, Club Striking Kicking Abuse Assault Other Total which 55% of respondents to tthe Parramatta 6 1 1 1 9 Questionnaire apparently consid- St George 9 1 10 ered "poor" or "unsatisfactory", with Western Suburbs 8 1 4 13 only 1 in 3 positively approving. Campbelltown 13 2 15 East Sydney 8 1 1 10 While such a reaction is a disap- Sydney Uni 3 1 4 pointing response to open hearings, Hills 4 4 it reflects the reality that after the North Shore 8 8 novelty wore off, club administra- Baulkham HJnr 2 2 Balmain 4 4 tors still sat through mainly those Manly 3 3 cases involving their own players, BankstoWIl 4 1 6 about whose merits partiality is St Ives 1 1 1 3 enevitable, and which represents Sutherland 1 2 2 5 Penlith 4 2 6 only a fractional view of all cases Baulkham Hills 1 disposed of. Perhaps. that is how UniNSW 1 1 3 50% ofrespondents were content to Auburn 1 1 find the Tribunal guilty of inconsis~ Macqualie Uni 2 2 Liverpool 1 1 tency, with only limited exposure to (and even less examination ot) just TOTAL 83 3 14 5 5 110

NSWAFL Page 16 1988 Annual Report 1988 U17 TEAL CUP

1988 TEAL CUP TRIALS Organiser Bill Schultz headed the SYDNEY: Robert Wright- Capt Ovens and Murray organising body (Nth Shore) Shaun Spokes (Nth ALBURY and produced a trouble free week- Shore), Phillip Elliot (Nth Shore) end with every minor detail catered Over the weekend of May 28 and 29, for. The League is most grateful for RIVERINA: Brendon Roberson eighty eight (88) of New South the professional and thorough job (M.C.U) , Craig Nettelbeek (Lee- Wales' elite junior talented f001- done by the organiser and passes on ton) , Jason Hamblin (G.G.G.M) baIlers put on a festival of football its thanks. DamienScott (West Wyalong), Tim skills at the Lavington Sports Sanson (Lake Cargelligo) Ground at Albury. Selection carnivals are never easy, and when weather conditions are COMPOSITE: Matthew Daddow The fOUf competing teams, Ovens unfavourable, the process becomes (Broken Hill), Chris Wescombe and Murray, Riverina, Sydney and even more difficult. Albury 1988will (Wentworth) , Peter Hanson (Cen. N.$.W. Composite, all produced ex- go down as a Teal Cup Trial Week- tral Coast), Glen Jones u cellent football in conditions more end that had all the elements against (Hills-Sydney) suited to mud wrestling than Aus- it, but was an outstanding success. tralian Football. Results Results Tuesday, July 5 Although the results below indicate N.S.W. 11-10 (76) d TAS 6-7 (43) the competitive aspects ofthe week. Day 1 Goals: Sanson 4, Wright, Daddow 2, end, the League was pleased and Ov & Mur 10-10 (70) d Riv 3-3 (21) Roberson, Nettelbeek & Barkley 1. proud that the coaches of all teams Syd 8-9 (57) d NSW Comp 5-9 (39) Best: Smith, Roberson, Wright, placed a solid emphasis on the indio pfahlert, Kearney Drennan. vidual succeeding in gaining selec. Day 2 tion in the New South Wales team Ov & Mur 9-18 (72) dSyd 5-9 (39) Wednesday, July 6 to compete in the prestigious Teal Riv 21-14 (140)dNSW Comp7-8(56) SA 6-13 (49) d N.S.W. 2-3 (15) Cup Championships in Canberra Goals: Wescombe, Wright 1. from July 3-10. Best: Lavis, Wright, Roberson, Hamblin & Almond. Whilst many individuals heeded the UNDER 17 TEAL CUP message and broadcast their consid- CANBERRA Friday, July g Division II Semi Final erable skills and talent to the selec- N.S.W. 10-11 (71) d N.T. 1-10 (16) tors aloft in the grandstand, the JULY 4-10,1988 Goals: Sanson 5, Wright 3, Hansen team aspects of our game were not & Simpkin 1. sacrificed and all four sides pro- Coach: Col Fisher Best: Almond, Wright, Drennan, duced the goods at various st~ges. Ass' Coach: Tony Turner Reed & Daniel. Manager: Graeme Bartlett The Ovens and Murray team were Ass' Manager: Pat Thompson Saturday, July 9 Division II Final superb as first they took apart a Trainer: Col Moore TAS 7-9 (51) d N.S.W. 7-7 (49) rushed and unsettled Riverina Goals: Nettelbeck2, Knight, Rober- Combination and then shook off a THE TEAM son, Simpkin, Barkley & Wright 1. dogged Sydney outfit. Riverina af- Best: Wright, Reed, Drennan,Smith ter an ordinary start clincked into MURRAY BORDER: Andrew Roberson. overdrive on day two. Sydney won Kea rn ey (Alb u ry) ,J a mie respect on day two for their early Al m 0 n d (Co rowa) ,J effReed FINAL PLACINGS challenge to the Ovens and Murray (Tocumwal)MichaeIKillen Russell side, and the N.S.W. Composite side Smith (Albury) , Terry Daniel (Fin- Division I was the pleasant surprise of the ley) Jason Knight (Henty) , Gareth Victoria,Western Australia, South weekend as this young band pro- Drennan (Deniliquin) , David Bar- Australia ,Queensland duced both some dogged perform- kley (Albury) Scott Simpkin (Al- ances and five players in the squad bury), Paul Lavis (Howlong), Simon Division II of thirty (30). Pfahlert- VC (Albury) Tasmania, New South Wales, Northern Territory, A.C.T .•..

NSWAFL Page 17 1988 Annual Report PLAYER AWARDS times, as well as fostering team spirit warded for their determination and and togetherness. hard work. N.S.W. best versus Tasmania (5(7) Russell Smith With a successful camp behind On the drier surface of Jamison them, and the squad now reduced to Oval on the Friday morning, the N.S.W. best versus Sth Aust (6(7) the mandatory 25 members, it was N.S.W. boys showed the football Paul Lavis off to Canberra to confront the chal- community and Northern Territory lenges ahead. An eventful yet me- what it was capable of. Aftershaking N.S.W. best versus Nth Terr (8(7) chanically unsound journey resulted off its early lethargy (neither side Jamie Almond in a late arrival, however, the late kicked a major in the opening term) afternoon training run at Quean- the Blues rallied to add ten goals to N.S.W. best in final versus Tas (9(7) beyan rid the lads of any travel bugs one in the final three. With Tim San- Robert Wn"ght and had them ready for the week son in touch up forward (5 goals), ahead. Enjoyable and enlightening, Jamie Almond and Robbie Wright N.S.W. State Best & Fairest Player the opening ceremony, civic recep- in control in the middle, and Gareth of the Carnival tion and toui of the magnificent new Drennan, Jeff Reed and 'Jake" Raben Wright Parliament House and historical Daniel impassable in defence, the War Memorial Museum gave the 55 point victory was the highlight of lads a chance to appreciate all the the carnival. All Australian Selections ACT had to offer. The games ahead, Robert Wright however, were what now occupied Playing in a final, leading by 13 Brendan Roberson everyones minds. points at half time, and with no games to save oneself for, you'd 1988 Winner Michael Larke Memo- Trailing by 20 points at quarter time hope to go on with the job. The rial Medallion (For best overall and 6 points at halftimeof theopen- drama of the draw, the confusion as player of the carnival) ing match against Tasmania the to the next course of action, the Robert Wright - N.S. w: New South Welshmen realised the opening vital goal of extra time and task was before them. A titanic the heartache of defeat will live viv- struggle in the third stanza resulted idly in many peoples minds for years The 1988 Teal Cup Carnival was in the 'Blues' securing a 3 point ad- to come. that we were defeated is hosted by the AC.T. in the nations vantage at the 'lemon break' with now history, yet the valour shown by capital, Canberra. Although dogged the decider to follow. With Russell the team as the Tasmanians by inclement weather the Champi- Smith in control of the rucks, Bren- wrestled control and surged onward onships were most successfully run dan Roberson and Robbie Wright was indicative of their character and and from the opening ceremony in feeding off him and driving the ball pride. a packed Woden Plaza, to the con- forward, and Simon Pfahlert provid- cluding scenes as Australia's Prime ing valuablesupport,six goals to one The football concluded, it was a Minister, the Honorable Robert were added and a 33 point victory time to reflect and whilst disap- Hawke, presented the All Austra- resulted. pointment was great at our inability lian Jumpers, the AC.T.A.F.L. or- to write in the record books what ganising committee did not The task of meeting and defeating a was so patently obvious over the car- overlook one detail. major football state was tackled nival, much respect had been earnt with professionalism and determi- amongst the football fraternity, and The New South Wales campaign be- nation. Ultimately, the 34 point de- 25 young men had learnt greatly gan at the N.S.W. Academy of Sport feat could be attributed to the from their twelve days together. at Narrabeen, four days before de- Croweaters' ability to finish off parture to Canberra, as the cream plays with greater method and bet- TIlANKS of the state got to know each other ter disposal. The underdogs gained and learnt of the demands and re- a considerable percentage of pos- The night and day efforts of Coach, quirements of Teal Cup Football. A session but did not compliment their Col Fisher, were noticed by all. From most productive exercise, the camp hard work by relaying control of the the emotion and pressure of the provides an excellent opportunity ball downfield. Paul Lavis and Jason games, to team meetings and plan- for a honing of skills and reaction Hamblin in defence were well re- ning to statistical analysis and"

NSWAFL Page 18 1988 Annual Report game preparation each night, Col During the camp and carnival many A.C. TA.F.L. Organising Commiuee worked non-stop for N.S.W. success. others weighed in with support to ensure the best possible prepara- MS. WA.F.L. Office Staff Manager, Graeme Banleu, did not tion for the team. stop from 6.00am until well after Special thanks to Ricci Cragg and 'lights out' and amazed all with his Jeanette, Jim and staffat the Narra- Ron Fowlie of Queanbeyan AFC tireless work rate. From well before been Centre. whose assistance in Canberra was the Albury Trials through to weeks above and beyond the call of duty. after the carnival, Graeme took on Tom Hafey, Sydney Swans Coach. They were fantastic. an almighty workload and handled it with characteristic gusto. CraigDavis, N.S.W.AEL. Develop- As Administration Manager and in ment Manager touring with this squad I found a Assistant Manager Pat Thompson is great deal was learnt both on and one of natures gentlemen and was Brindley Sheppard, Umpire at Camp off the field. The respect in which New South Wales is now held was i of great assistance to the coach, as .1 well as providing able support in any Trial Ted and Iris Ray, long serving obvious, and certainly furthered by area to help the lads in their prepa- Teal Cup "FriendsM. the professionalism and approach ration. Pat is one of those people by the 1988 Teal Cup group. Whilst that make a trip such as this. MS. J¥. Depanment of Sport and Rec- not in a position to launch an offen- reation for financial assistance. sive for Division I inclusion in 1989, Trainer Colin (Canon) Moore I would expect with the develop- worked tirelessly each match day to Chevron International Mote~ raffle ment of our Teal Cup programme bring the boys MUpMfor each clash. prizes. that this target should soon become Another personality who is a joy to a reality. work with. All of the N.S. J¥.;SwansDevelopment Officers who all attended both the To all involved many thanks, and Assistant Coach, Tony Turner, is as camp and the carnival. with the challenge of 1989 not far lively as one can get and was of great away, I look forward to you involve- assistance to Colin Fisher and all Alan Jones, Queanbeyan Trainer. ment once again. 0 the players who needed that timely piece of advice. Staff of Queanbeyan AEC. , for meals and hospitality .

• Junior Council Certificate of Merit

During the Teal Cup Championships at a lavish 'All States' dinner, the NFL awarded certificates to' one person in each State for outstanding support of junior football.

The New South Wales recipient was Mr Bill Thomas from Walbunderie in the South of the State.

Bill first played in 1947 and following his career became a junior coach and club President. He was instrumental in having boys from the Riverina area involved in junior State Teams in 1973.

Bill has been the Chairman of Selectors for the NSW Shell and Teal Cup programmes for the past four years, and is held in high esteem by all involved in these prestigious teams.

Bill is a tireless worker for football in New South Wales and a great ambassador for our game.

The NSWAFL congratulates Bill Thomas on gaining recognition for his marvellous contrbution over many years.

NSWAFL Page 19 1988 Annual Report BICENTENNIAL STATE OF ORIGIN CHAMPIONSHIPS

1988 BICENTENIAL STATE OF RESULTS ORGINTEAM THURSDAY MARCH 2 1988 NAME CLUB ORIGIN S.A. 2-0 4-3 8.5 12-8 (80) d N.S.W. 1-25-6 7-108-11 (59) Teny Danihcr(C) Essendon Ungarie Goals- Mowood 2, T Daniher 2, BrownJess 2, Brad- Dennis Carroll(VC) Swans Lockhart more 1, Hawke 1 Brett Scott Swans The Rock Max Kruse Glenelg Leeton SATURDAY MARCH 4 1988 Terry Thripp Swans Pennant Hills N.S.W 4-24-37-610-8 (68) d . Anthony Daniher Esscndon Ungarie WA. 0-0 3.7 5-7 9-12 (66) David Honeybun Richmond Coleambally Gools - Thripp 2, Scott 2, Brownless, Bradmore, T. Michael Byrne Swans North Shore Daniher, Marwood, Hawke, O'Donoghue 1 each Glen Coleman Swans Liverpool John Longmire Nth Melb Albury Bill Brownless Geelong Serilderie Neil Cordy Swans Sydney ALL AUSTRALIAN SELECTION Bernard Toohey Swans Barooga Paul Hawke Swans/ColI Wagga Tigers TERRY DAN/HER Tim Powell Richmond Berrigan DAVID MURPHY Chris Daniher Essendon Ungarie Brian Winton Essendon Wentworth Phil Bradmore West Perth North Shore Mark Roberts Bris Bears St George COACHES PLAYER OF THE Tony Marwood Swans Sydney CARNVAL Scott Morphett WTorrens Hay Michael Phyland Swans Mangoplah Grant Bartholomaeus Swans Forbes BREITSCOIT Mark O'Donohue Nth Melb Corowa Brett Yargey Collingwood Tumut COMMENTS ON N.S.W. PERFORMANCE David Murphy Swans Finley Steve Wright Swans Sydney Quote Sydney Morning Herald, "The N.S.W. State of Origin Team covered itself in glory last night in going down courageously by 21 points against South Austra- lia in a Bicentennial Australian Football Carnival match played at Adelaide's Football Park. Playing in front of a smattering of spectators speckled about the cavernous stadium, N.S.W. stretched the hosts and reigning National Champions to the limit before suc- cumbing by a lowest-ever margin. In six previous en- OFFICIALS counters, N.S.W had lost by an average of 81 points."

Tommy Hafey Coach The pride that these players showed in their first en- Greg Harris Team Manager - Selector counter to represent New South Wales (The Wara- Rod Gillett Commissioner tahs), was fantastic. The True Blue's magnificently Greg Lcech Selector guided by Tom Hafey and inspired by the leadership of Craig Davis Runner - Selector Terry Daniher did so much to develop the code in this Doug Coleman Physiotherapist Slate with their strong showing against Soulh Austra- lia. John Dunphy Trainer Brian Snowden Trainer Only th~ people close to this great team new what •..

• NSWAFL Page 20 1988 Annual Report could be achieved in the next match, that is the Tom Hafey established himself as one of the al1time Waratah's pulling off one of the greatest upsets of the great coaches, by bringing together players from a num- decade with a last gasp two point win over West Aus- ber of clubs and moulding them into a force to be tralia, our first ever. reckoned with.

This showed that within New South Wales the talented To all the support staff a sincere thankyou from the players are there and every effort should be made to League. encourage them to the Sydney Swans. The definition of pride is "feeling of satisfaction arising In conclusion the greatest accolade that was bestowed from what one has done." Each player can be quite on this team was the Australian Rules True Blue's proud of what he, as an individual achieved and also being compared to the performances of the Rugby collectively as a team, boys rightfully hold your heads League True Blue's, an undeniable acceptance of our high. game especially in Sydney. ACKNOWLEGEMENTS GENERAL COMMENTS (1) Australian Airlines . Ian Tiley Greg Harris should be complimented on the fine job of (2) Central Districts. Trainers and Property 'Stewards. organising the whole affair on and off the field. Ever- (3) Central Districts Doctors. Richard Cawley and thing went off without a hitch. Andrew Weldon. (4) Central District Liaison Officer. Greg Smith Central Districts was our Host Club, with former (5) Buffalo Motel. Dm'id Dansie. Swans-Collingwood player, Greg Smith as their Laison (6) Sydney Swans . Ron Thomas.D Officer. They certainly made our stay in Adelaide a smooth and pleasant one, e.g. B.B.Q's, training runs etc.

Action from the Bicentennial Carnival in Adelaide

NSWAFL Page 21 1988 Annual Report NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN

FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED

BALANCE SHEET AND ACCOUNTS

AS AT 30 SEPTEMBER 1988

* DIRECTORS! REPORT

* BALANCE SHEET

* PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNT

* GENERAL OPERATING ACCOUNT

* NSW STATE FOOTBALL LEAGUE OPERATING ACCOUNT

* SYDNEY FOOTBALL LEAGU.E OPERATING ACCOUNT

~ SOURCES AND APPLICATIONS OF FUNDS

* NOTES TO AND FORMING PART OF THE ACCOUNTS

* DIRECTORS' STATEMENT

* AUDITORS I REPORT . NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED

DIRECTORS REPORT

FOR THE ELEVEN MONTHS ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 1988

In accordance with a resolution of the Directors, the Directors of the company submit herewith the Balance Sheet at 30 September 1988 and the Profit and Loss Account for the eleven months ended on that date and report as follows:

1. DIRECTORS The names of the Directors of the company in office at the date of this report are:

John Morris Raymond Vincent Dignan Ronald Alan Thomas Rodney Allan Gillett John Yates

2. ACTIVITIES The principal activity of the company during the financial period was to administer and promote Australian Football in New South Wales including the administration of the N.S.N. State Football League and The Sydney Football League competitions.

3. RESULTS For the eleven months ended 30 September 1988, the company earned an operating profit of $65,259; no income tax was applicable.

4. DIVIDENDS The prime object of the company is to administer Australian Football in New South Wales. The company is an association not for gain and accordingly no dividend has been or is intended to be paid. 5. REVIEW OF THE OPERATIONS A review of the operations of the Company is included in the attached report of the Chairman.

6. EVENTS SUBSEQUENT TO BALANCE DATE

No matters or circumstances have arisen since the end of the financial period which significantly affected or may significantly affect the opertations of the Company, the results of those operations, or the state of affairs of the company in financial years subsequent to the financial period ended 30 September 1988. 2

7. DETAILS OF DIRECTORS

John Morris - Bank Executive, 15 years junior club administrator, 2 years President NSW Junior Football Council, 1 year Chief Commissioner of NSWAFL.

Raymond Vincent Dignan - Bank Executive, 15 years player, 7 years player/coach, 3 years umpire - VFA, 10 years junior club administrator, 10 years senior club administrator, 1 year NSWAFL board member.

Ronald Alan Thomas - Sales Manager, 20 years player, 6 years development officer (QAFL, Sydney Swans, South Melbourne F.C.), 2 years NSNAFL Board Member, 2 years club administrator.

Rodney Allan Gillett - University Administrator, 15 years player, 5 years club administrator, 4 years Country Football League executive member, 3 years NSWAFL board member.

John Yates - Stud Sheep Breeder. 15 years player, 7 years club administrator, 7 years Farrar FL President, 2 years Country Football League executive member, 1 year NSWAFL board member.

8. DIRECTORS BENEFITS Since the end of the previous financial year, no Director has received or become entitled to receive a benefit (other than a benefit included in the aggregate amount of emoluments received or due and receivable by Directors shown in the accounts, or the fixed salary of of a full-time employee of the company) by reason of a contract made by the company or a related corporation with the director or with a firm of which he is a member, or with a firm in which he has a substa~tial financial interest.

Signed on 5 November 1988 in accordance with a resolution of the Directors.

JOHN YATES Director

RAYMOND VINCENT DIGNAN Director NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED

BALANCE SHEET - - AS AT 30 SEPTEMBER 1988 Last Vear (31-10-87)

CURRENT ASSETS o Cash on Hand 200 13,537 Debtors 21,965 11,560 Other Debtors 560 31,934 Cash on Deposit - A.I.D.C. 60,763 Cash on Deposit - G.I.O. 27,471 24,648 o 22,999 Cash on Deposit - Westpac 1 Cash on Deposit - Advance Bank 1,233 4,000 Security Deposit - Westpac (Note 3) 6,000 o Resource Account - Westpac 1,857 o Funds Held in Trust (Note 7) 10,000 22,943 Cash at Bank 28,194 709 709 Stock on Hand 158,952 138,331 TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS

NON-CURRENT ASSETS Investments ______"_0_ Shares in A.F.C. Pty. Ltd. - at cost 10 10 10 Fixed Assets 6,929 Furniture « Equipment - at cost 23,546 692 Less Provision for Depreciation 2,022 21,524 6,237 180,486 144,578 TOTAL ASSETS

CURRENT LIABILITIES 53,079 Sundry Creditors and Accrued Charges 13,728 o Specific Purpose Provision (Note 7) 10,000 23,728 53,079 TOTAL LIABILITIES

$156,758 $91,499 NET ASSETS

ACCUMULATED FUNDS 26,378 Reserves Retained Profits 130,380 $156,758

TO BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ATTACHED NOTES =--==~NEW SOUTH--" WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL----~~~._~~~~~~~L£AGUE LIMITED

PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNT, FOR THE ELEVEN MONTHS ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 1988

Last Year

NET PROFIT ATTRIBUTABLE TO • 41,492 GENERAL OPERATIONS 51,827 5,420 SYDNEY FOOTBALL LEAGUE 3,143 18,209 N.S.W. STATE FOOTBALL LEAGUE 10,289

65,121 TOTAL ------NET PROFIT 65,259

Unappropriated Profits beginning of o year 65,121

$65,121 UNAPPROPRIATED PROFIT $130,380

TO BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ATTACHED NOTES NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGU~ LIMITED

GENERAL OPERATIONS Last Year ~leven Months 30/09/88

}J'!C'0!'l!,_~OTE 5) o Football Record - Advertisir.g 525 o Profit on Sale of Fixed Assets 216 5,100 Affiliation Fees - Sydney 6,065 20,578 Affiliation Fees - Country 26,708 14,553 Affiliation Fees - Junior 7,759 16,000 Manageme~t Fees - Sydney F.L. 17,600 1B, 000 Management Fees - State F.L. 19.796 10,000 Management Fees - Development Fur-d 24,000 2,681 Grants - Admin Courses o 3,665 Grant - Rothmans Sport Foundation 8,470 48,000 Grants - N.S.W. Government 48,250 4,760 Courses - Coaching Registration Fees 140 1.750 Courses - Umpiring Registration Fees 1,025 389 Courses - Admin Registration Fees o Junior Football - Teal Cup Players 6,300 Contributuions 8,385 Junior Football - Shell Cup Players 6,290 Contributions 5,838 o Junior Football - NFL Reimbursment 1,335 4,600 Junior Football - Rep Team Raffle 5,500 o Junior Football - Dev. Fund Grant 12.000 Junior Football - V.C.F.L. o Contribution 2.800 11,650 Commissions, V.F.L. Transfers 5,750 o Players Registration & Ins (1987) 901 o Membership Fees 7 5,639 Interest Received 7,538 3,088 Manuals & Forms 1,414 3,120 V.F.L. Salaries Subsidy 1,025 2,766 State Championships 1,206 o Royalities - I.E.A. (Insurances) 7,098 o Sydney League - Accounting Fees 3,500 o Sydney League - U~pires' Workers Comp 2,000 5i-Centennial Championships o Reimbursement 39,036 o Country Composite Teams 3,226 o Conputer Software 560 o Resourse Income Transfered 1,255 o Royalities - Burley-Seekem Pty. Ltd. 1,530 o Computer Reimbursement 5,000 2,771 Sundry Income 3,319 -~-.---- "-'-" ---- 2eO,777 191.700 EXPENDITURE (NOTE 5) 4,755 Accountancy Fees 675 287 Advertising 674 5,000 Affiliation Fees 5,500 Auditors' Remuneration (No other 3,900 benefits received) 2,000 622 Bank Charges 538 NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED

GENERAL OPERATIONS Last Year Eleven Months 30/09/88

o Footballs 114 a Blazers & Ties 3,361 o Bicentenial Championships 48,036 12,228 Computer Software Development & Costs 4,505 o Courier 93 o Cleaning 495 3,921 Courses - Coaching 5,747 99 Courses - Umpiring 1,350 945 Courses - Admin o o Commissioners Meeting Expenses 1,642 102 Country Football - Annual Forum 1,555 126 Country Football - Sundry 150 o Country Junior Composite Teams 963 692 Depreciation 1,528 o Entertainment & Meeting Expenses 2,468 o Fringe Benefits Tax 1,124 o Flags & Trophies 687 5,604 Formation Expenses Written Off o o Eorums & Manuals 175 2 Insurance 871 Junior Football - U/15 & U/17 Rep 33,665 Teams o 222 Junior Football - Raffle Prizes 323 800 Junior Football - Footballs o o Junior Forum 500 1,294 Leasing Charges 3,785 o Under 17 State Team (Teal Cup) 22,477 o Under 15 State Team (Shell Cup) 14,071 3,482 Postage 2,786 11,670 Printing & Stationery 6,498 164 Repairs & Maintenance 596 o League History & Records 721 27,768 Salaries & Wages 66,528 772 Staff Training & Welfare 688 6,191 State Match - V.F.A. 60 1,000 State Advisory Council 214 4,060 Sundry Expenses 305 6,739 Telephone 3,606 4,823 Travelling & Accommodation - Officials 6,788 o Umpires - Development 684 o Special Functions 210 o Workers Compensation Insurance 9,974 9,275 Commissions - VFL Transfers 3,885 150,208 228,950 41,492 NET PROFIT 51,827

, NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED

N.S.W. STATE FOOTBALL LEAGUE Last Year Eleven Months 30/09/88

INCOME (NOTE 5) 40,000 Affiliation Fees 40,500 5,562 Players Registration Fees 9,972 1,000 Prize Money - State Championships o 7,780 Fines 857 2,000 Metropolitan Colts Levy o 6,423 Finals - Gate 13,247 1,450 Finals - Canteen 1,575 216 Football Records o 25,250 Sponsorship 2,000 o Medal Night 3,780 o Appeals Deposits 55 o Ground Hire 700 o Sports Clothing 398 ------3,100 Other Income 1,667 92,781 74,751

EXPENDITURE (NOTE 5) 1,165 Accountancy Fees 2,000 206 Bank Charges 174 3,100 Computer Software Development & Costs 6,000 648 Courier 789 o Entertainment & Meeting Expenses 208 431 Flags & Trophies 1,898 3,376 Finals - Staging Costs 2,822 o Finals - Umpires 4,013 o Ground Hire 450 o Ground Rental 100 o Player/Club Insurance 5,200 o Medal Night 4,253 2,160 N.S.W.A.F.L. - Affiliation Fees 2,525 18,000 N.S.W.A.F.L. - Management Fee 19,796 1,384 Printing & Stationery 242 25,250 Prize Money o Representative Team - State 5,134 Championships 3,820 8,000 S.F.L. Exit Fee o 915 Sundry Expenses 200 o Tribunal Expenses 113 o Travelling &; Accommodation - Officials 28 1,000 Umpires - Insurance 1,000 Umpires - Adviser, Fitness Coach, 993 Ground Rental & Observer 7,189 2,810 Umpires Fees ~ Clubs o ~-~---~-----o Sports Clothing 1,642 ------_._._---74,572 -~~~----64,462 18,209 NET PROFIT 10,289 NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED

SYDNEY FOOTBALL LEAGUE Last Year Eleven Months 30;09/88

INCOME (NOTE 5) 23,081 Affiliation Fees 23,595 6/364 Players Registration Fees 15,980 3,422 Fines 2,595 1,250 Metropolitan Colts Levy a 4,181 Finals - Gate 1,138 210 Finals - Canteen 1,515 6,176 Medal Night 4,530 a Sports Clothing 402 1,838 Other Income 140 46,528 55,955

EXPENDITURE (NOTE 5) 2,115 Accountancy Fees 2,000 131 Bank Charges 133 2,500 Computer Software Development & Costs a 963 Courier 722 31 Entertainment & Meeting Expenses a a Flags & Trophies 1,309 2,851 Finals - Staging Costs 3,055 a Finals - Umpires 3,199 a Player/Club Insurance 1,750 6/243 Medal Night 4,081 2,940 N.S.W.A.F.L. - Affiliation Fees 3,540 16,000 N.S.W.A.F.L. - Management Fee 17,600 1,465 Printing & Stationery 121 Representative Team - State a Championships 1,614 20 Leag~e History & Records a 361 Sundry Expenses a 1,000 Umpires - Insurance 1,000 Umpires - Adviser, Fitness Coach, 1,782 Ground Rental & Observer 4,983 2,646 Umpires Fees - Clubs a 1,105 -" __ ..- --~._-a Sports Clothing ------41,108 52,812 5,420 NET PEOFIT 3,143 ===_-0-===-=== NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED ======SOURCES AND APPLICATIONS OF FUNDS ======FOR THE ELEVEN MONTHS ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 1988 ======LAST YEAR (31-10-87) SOURCE OF FUNDS ======Funds from Operations 321,736 Inflow of Funds from Operations 411,270 250,319 Less Outflow of Funds from Operations 344,699

71,417 66,571 Increase in Liabilities Current Liabilities 53,079 Creditors & Accrued Expenses Specific Purpose Provision 10,000

Decrease in Assets Current Assets Other Debtors 17,000

Proceeds From Sale of Assets 2,000

2,337 Transfer of Net Assets from - SFL 24,041 - NSWAFL

$150,814 $ 95,571 ======APPLICATION OF FUNDS ======Increase in Assets Current Assets 106,524 Cash 29,192 13,537 Trade Debtors 8,428 17,560 Other Debtors 710 Stock

Non Current Assets 6,929 Furniture Fittings & Equipment 18,599 10 Investments

Reduction in Liabilities Current Liabilities 5,604 Loan - NSWAFL Sundry Creditors & Accruals 39,352

$150,874 $ 95,571 ======RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS FROM OPERATIONS ======65,121 Operating Profit as per~accounts 65,259 Addj{Less} Non-Cash Items 692 Depreciation 1,528 5,604 Formation Expenses Writtin Off Profit on Sale of Fixed Assets (216 )

$ 71,417 Funds from Operations $ 66,571 ======NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED ======NOTES TO AND FORMING PART OF THE ACCOUNTS ======AS AT 30 SEPTEMBER 1988 ======

NOTE 1. BASIS OF ACCOUNTING The accounts have been prepared on the basis of historical cost accounting principles and do not take into account changing money values or current valuation of non-current assets.

COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE

New South Wales Australian Football League Limited is a company limited by guarantee with the liability of members limited to the amount set out in the company's Memorandum and Articles of Association.

NOTE 3. SECURITY DEPOSIT - WESTPAC This interest bearing deposit is held by The Westpac Banking Corporation as security over charges incurred on the Company's Mastercard facility.

NOTE 4. FIXED ASSETS Fixed Assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis so as to write off the net cost of each asset over its expected useful life.

NOTE 5. NEW SOUTH WALES AU$TRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE DEVELOPMENT FUND The Development Fund was established in accordance with the licence agreement between the V.F.L. and the Licensee of the Sydney Swans. Monies are contributed to this Fund by the Licensee. Such monies are to be expended on promotion, development and increasing the popularity of playing Australian Rules Football throughout New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory and any other zone which the V.F.L. may allocate to the Licensee, such expenditure to be made in or on schools and clubs and under projects endorsed or planned by the V.F.L. Income and expenses of the Fund are not included in these accounts. However the Fund-does pay certain of the New South Wales Australian Football League Limited's administrative expenses including salaries of the Executive Director and the Coaching Director. NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED ======NOTES TO AND FORMING PART OF THE ACCOUNTS ======AS AT 30 SEPTEMBER 1988 ======

NOTE 6. LEASE COMMITMENTS

1987 Photocopier: Due within 12 months 3,893 1,547 Due after 12 months 11,541 1,161

TOTAL COMMITMENT $15,434 $2,708 ======NOTE 7. COUNTRY FOOTBALL LEAGUES

As at 30 September 1988 the company was holding funds of $10,000 in an interest bearing deposit to be used for specific purposes for the Cou~try Football Leagues.

INCOME TAX

The company is exempt from income tax in accordance with Section 23(g) of the Income Tax Assessment Act, as it was established for the encouragement or promotion of an athletic game or athletic sport in which human beings are the sole participants.

1988 -~-1987

NOTE 9. CONTINGENT LIABILITIES $ NIL $ NIL ======

NOTE 10. CAPITAL COMMITMENTS $ NIL $ NIL ======AUDITORS' REPORT

TO THE MEMBERS OF

NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED

We have audited the attached accounts in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards.

In our opinion:

The Accounts being the Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss Account and Notes are properly drawn up in accordance with the provisions of the Companies (New South Wales) Code, so as to give a true and fair view of:

(1) The state of affairs of the Company as at 30 September 1988 and of the results of the Company for the eleven months ended on that date; and

(il) The other matters required by section 269 of that Code to be dealt with in the Accounts;

and are in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and applicable approved Accounting Standards.

PETER STUBBS & COMPANY Chartered Accountants

10th Floor Culwulla Chambers 67 Castlereagh Street SYDNEY NSW 2000

Dated; 7 November 1988 NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE LIMITED

30 SEPTEMBER 1986

STATEMENT BY DIRECTORS

In the opinion of the Directors of the New South Wales Australian Football League Limited:

(a) (i ) The accompanying Profit and Loss Account of the Company is drawn up so as to give a true and fair view of the results of the Company for the eleven months ended 30 September 1988.

(ii) The accompanying Balance Sheet of the Company is drawn up so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Comany as at 30 September 1988.

(iii) At the date of this Statement there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due.

(b) The accounts have been made out in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and applicable approved Accounting Standards.

Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Directors.

JOHN YATES Director

RAYMOND VINCENT DIGNAN Director

Dated: 5 November 1988

/ 1988 C.H.S. U16 CHAMPIONSHIP

Mark Whyte - Ardlethan Scott Angove - Finley David Wilson - Killara Troy Levine - Mt Austin Graham Hart - The Entrance Jason Barraclough. Willyama Damien Graham - Casula .• Daniel Baxter - Leeton Matthew Donovan - Albury Scott Eddy - Finley David Shoobridge - Willyama .•Dean Greacen (C) - Murray Stephen Brooksby - Finley Dale Betterman - Broken Hill Chris Graham - North Albury Robert Carter - Wagga Wagga Matthew Read - Crestwood Scott Hamblin - Coolamon Todd Spain (VC) • Willyama Dion Draper - Broken.Hill Michael McPherson - Mt Austin Tony Redshaw - Pennant Hills Cameron Bakes - Nth Albury Anthony Murgatroyd - Willyama Clayton Trengrove - Willyama

Coach: Kerry Hardie * Denotes All Australian Selection Manager: Dave Power

COMMENT ON RESULTS N.S.W.TEAM PERFORMANCE

SAT. AUG 20 N.S.W. 14-1397 V AC.T. 5-636 Generally a very satisfactory cham. very satisfactory. All states were al- pionship defeating Tasmania, located liaison officers to ensure SUN. AUG. 21 AC.T. and Northern Territory. smooth organisation, N.S.W. were N.S.W. 7-446 V W.A 13-1189 extremely lucky in having Mr Alister The team could have finished in 3rd Davis tend to all our needs and MON. AUG. 22 place but for very poor kicking for enquires over the 8 days. The team N.S.W. 7-1153 V VIC 0- 4 4 goal against South Australia who was very appreciative of his efforts defeated us by 4 points. Howeve~, and support. WED. AUG. 24 the teams endeavour could not be N.S.W. 12~9 81 V TAS 4.731 faulted on the field, and off the field The championship will be long re- the team upheld the tradition of membered for the outstanding or THURS. AUG. 25 c.H.S., we could not fault their be- ganisation encountered and the N.S.W. 5-1545 V S.A 6-13 49 haviour. Congratulations to Dean hospitality extended. Greacen (Murray High) and Daniel SAT. AUG. 27 Baxter (Leeton High) on their se- ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS N.S.W. 4-7 31 V NT. 3-11 29 lection in the All Australian Team '88. 1. TonyTurner -N.S.W.AEL.Riv- SUN. AUG. 28 erina Development Officer N.S.W. 3- 4 22 V QLD 14-8 92 GENERAL COMMENTS 2. N.S.W.AEL. - Sydney Swans De- velopment Fund The Championship was a tremen- 3. North Hobart FootballClub - Host FINAL PLACINGS dous success, expertly organised and Club managed. Mr Grant Douglas is to 4. Tasmanian S.s.c. 5. Alister Davis - N.S.W. Liaison VICTORIA 14 be congratulated on staging the car- Officer QUEENSLAND 12 nival in the manor so described, these schoolboy championships 6. Grant Douglas. Championship SOUTH AUSTRALIA 10 Organiser WESTERN AUSTRALIA 8 continue to bea credit to Australian Football generally. 7. Murray High School - Billetting NEW SOUTH WALES 6 School for competition. TASMANIA 4 S. Bill Taylor - Murray High School NORTH. TERRITORY 2 Billetting arrangements were excel- 9. Newtown High School.O A.C.T. 0 lent, Managers accommodation

NSWAFL Annual Report 1988 PRIMARY SCHOOL SPORTS ASSOCIATION

••• •0a,g

The 1988 PSSA Australian Football Carnival was held Tim Davis Mulwala in the warmer climate of Darwin from the 1st -10th of Joshua Savage Morgan Street September. During their stay the NSW learn enjoyed Cameron Corby Berrigan the hospitality of their host schools Ludmilla, Moil, Troy McGrath Lavington Wulagi , Holy Spirit and Parap. The PSSA places a Rowan Wadley Lavington East high emphasis on the educational aspects of such a trip Matthew Van Del Pol Moama and while in Darwin the children were enlightened and Nigel Cunningham Walla Walla entertained by visits to Berry Springs, Reptile World Juson Wild Wagga and the Yarrawaong Zoo. Dean McGee Berrigan John Kerr Edward GENERAL COMMENTS Brett Kirk Lavington East Hayden Turner Lavington The team showed outstanding commitment in all Steven Curler Lockhart games. Alhaugh! beaten on the scoreboard the boys Ashley Bell Killarney Vale seemed satisfied that they had given 100% effort. Com- ments were made by the Umpires about the NSW team attitude to the game and their self discipline when put RESULTS under extreme pressure.

The exchange was highly organised for all competitors Round I and officials. The tone of the exchange was of a relaxed Vic 20-12 (132) deC Tiwi 1.1 (7) friendly nature which transmitted itself to all players, Old 7- 4 (46) deC N_T. 3-2 (20) who mixed freely amongst other state teams. The be. SA 7- 5 (47) deC NSW 2-3 (15) havior of the NSW team members drew quite favour. able remarks from the flight crew and other passengers Round 2 on the nights, regarding their behavior and attire. The Old 13- 5 (83) def NSW 3-4 (22) carnival was a complete success and a memorable oc. N_T. 10- 4 (64) dcf Vic 5-8 (38) casion for all concerned. SA 11-15 (81) deC Tiwi 1.2 (13)

Round 3 LIST OF STATE TEAM NSW 13-13 (91) deC Tiwi 5.1 (31) SA 5- 6 (64) deC N.T.2-4 (16) NAME SCHOOL Vic6-6 (42) deC Old 5-2 (32)

Luke Styles Lovington Round 4 Mar-kMooney Tolland Old9-4 (58) deC SA 4-6 (30) Kade Styles Lavington Vic 9- 3 (57) dcf NSW 2-6 (18) Justin Br-ight Narrandera N.T. 6- 9 (63) deC Tiwi 2.5 (17) Jamie Hor-e Valley View MuUhew Henson Engadine Round 5 Brent Dr-ake Hume Old 12-10 (82) deC Tiwi 2-1 (13) Jer-emy Whalun Deniliquin South N.T. 9- 3 (57) deC NSW 4-3 (27) Dar-ren Cook Sturt Vic 4- 4 (28) deC SA 3-6 (24)0

NSWAFL Page 23 1988 Annual Report RIVERINA DEVELOPMENT MANAGERS REPORT

TWo major projects launched 1988: The 1988 State Championships Savage and Neil Whelan in the west, were held in Narrandera on the I am convinced the N.S.W.A.F.L. 1. The Riverina Development Anzac long weekend in April, with will become more welcome and ap- Squad had been training for six the Riverina Football League run- preciated in the future. weeks and at the conclusion oetrain- ning out big winners under the guid- ing in early Februarywould be given ance of Garry Buchanan and his The Australian Football program- the opportunity to playa game rep- team of selectors. The League then mes in the schools are running with resenting the Swans in a reserve went on to contest the V.C.F.L. minimum input from me, except for grade game against the AC.T. State State Championships, eventually finals, all of which are attended, this Team, as a curtain raiser to the going down to the strong Ballarat being the case I have much more Country Day Match on February 14 League in the Semi-Finals. time to arrange clinics to introduce Sydney Swans vs Essendon. This more junior aged player's to our match seemed successful, and I am The Teal and Shell Cup Teams this code. sure the club would be delighted in year again displayed the same fight- picking up David Willis after the ing qualities that has become our I must make special mention of match as well as seeing players of trademark over the years and I was Trinity Senior High School who this the future performing in a pressure honoured to be part of this year's year won their 7th straight Carroll situation. assault on these competitions. The Cup for year's 11 and 12, they also standard of these boys shows all and this year have become the first Riv- 2. The Riverina Murray Institute of sundry the value of our develop. erina School to win the final of the Higher Education was the venue for ment programmes. The boys who "Sun Country Cup" beating the the annual ViiS's and U/17's River- didn't make the grade are, I am sure, strong Notre Dame College from ina Football Camp which was going to benefit greatly from the ex- Shepparton in the final held in Mel- attended by 75 eager participants. perience and will be better players bourne. This camp was an outstanding suc- for their clubs and Leagues in the cess with over 80% of the partici- future. The summer promises to be one of pants going from the camp to the most exciting periods of devel- represent their zones in regional During 1988 I have again been busy opment ever, with the aid of football trials. A special thanks must go to in the Schools being involved in over staff in Sydney and the help of local the following N.S.W.A.F.L. and 100 clinics during the year as well as football administrators and of Sydney Swans personel for their Sports Expo's which have been or- course the young players we are tar- valuable contribution: Tom Hafey, ganised in the Riverina. geting for these "elite" player clinics. Craig Davis, Dennis Carroll and Brett Scott. The country visits by the Swans play- Hopefully these players will in the ers again proved to be the highlight future, feature prominently in the The Country Day Match between of the year for most supporters and Shell Cup, Teal Cup and then prog- the Sydney Swans and Essendon was especially with the players who ress to the Swans through the ap- scheduled for February 14 and after made the most of having the boys in prenticeship of the UIl9's through a lot of anxious moments and a great their area. the reserves to eventually be part of deal of work by all at the Riverina the Sydney Swans. Australian Football Club, we had The visits to the north and west were the most successful football match outstanding and I am sure these vis. In conclusion, a very interesting and ever in the Riverina and the best its have done our standing in those rewarding year personally and I attendance of all country day areas a great deal of benefit for the look forward to a bright future for matches in 1988 including Victoria. future. football in N.S.W. and in particular Total profit for the day was in excess the Riverina area. of $ 22,000 all of which will be chan- With the assistance of people such neled into junior football in the Riv- as Jim Daniher and "Cabby" TONY TURNER erina. McConnell along with Ross Sanson RIVERINA DEVELOPMENT in the north and Pat Thompson, Len MANAGERD

NSWAFL Page 24 1988 Annllal Report SYDNEY FOOTBALL

FINALS giving the Umpires Association a Tribunal panel of 7 members great satisfaction. headed for the second year by John The finals of all three grades were Lanser. Again the panel boasted a again played concurrently at various With an increase in numbers came number of well qualified members locations at the seasons end. This a keener and better performed um- including David Murr, David stretched League resources to the pire due to the competition for the Robinson, Jeff Morris, Hugh Byrne, limit and yet saw a significant in- major appointments with obvious Warren Quintrell and Richard crease in interest and gate takings resultant benefits to participants Henry. at each fixture. throughout Sydney. With the inclusion of Student Ad- Record gates at all venues in each Although complaints still exist in vocates and open hearings to the final were acheived. Particularily the lower competitions, a far greater Tribunal proceedings the panel encouragaing was the significant coverage of all games was acheived commenced on a year which saw a rise in support at both the State over the season with regular offi- firm line taken with all reportable League and Sydney Football cials at all levels. In fact the major offences. In 1988 the Tribunal heard League II Finals, which created an complaint at SFLn level was that a total of 110 reports, of which 90 excellent finals atmosphere as well too many umpires were being pro- where found guilty. However, with as increased revenue for the vided putting unexpected pressure the attitude of being firm but fair League. on club budgets. two thirds of those found guilty rev- eived a penalty of two weeks or less. Of further value to clubs was the The League has been most im- 1988 initative of tendering out the pressed with the efforts of the The League thanks John and his rights to operate canteen and bev- Umpires Association and its en- team for their efforts this year and erage outlets at the grounds. Not deavours to attain the greatest de- commends them for the conscien. only did this provide extra funds for gree of professionalism possible cious and professional way in which the League, but also proved to gen~ from all of its members. Its quick they approached their difficult task. erate considerable profit for all reaction when one of its members three clubs involved in each grade. occasionally does not tow the line MEDAL NIGHT has seen it win the respect of all in Media coverage for the State Sydney Football. After the minor difficulties of the League finals series, and in particu- 1987 Medal Night, the 1988 an- lar the Grand Final was most en- The efforts of Tony St Clair and nouncement of Sydneys' elite per- couraging. Television, Radio and Brian Leggett have again been out- formers was like a breath of fresh Newspaper interest was certainly standing during 1988. The swell in air. greater than in 1987 and it is hoped numbers and the rise in standard that the League can capitalize on through the Sydney umpiring ranks Apart from some accoustical prob- this and build on it in 1989 and be- in recent years has much to do with lems the evening proceeded with an yond. the dedication and time expended energy and slickness not seen for by these two gentlemen. some time. This was greatly assisted All premiership winners are to be by Masters of Ceremonies, Lynton congratulated on acheiving their Umpiring in Sydney will take on new Harris and the precise organisation place in history and obviously the and exciting dimensions in the com- and planning of Kevin Cooksley and superb efforts of the Campbelltown ing seasons and it is with confidence wife Heather Wilks of the Aussie Senior side in winning their third that we face the challenges ahead. Rules Supply Company. flag in succession must be com- The number and quality of "men in mended. white in Sydney provides the base Held at the former mecca of Sydney to see tremendous developments Football, the Western Suburbs Aus- UMPIRING for the benefit ofthe code in general tralian Football Club, the evening in the years to come. proceeded smoothly and with deco- In 1988, the ranks of umpires serv- rum until guest speaker Mr Peter icing the three major competitions TRIBUNAL "Crackers" Keenan was called upon again swelled, with regular atten- for a thirty second trophy presenta- dances at training in excess of forty In 1988 the League was serviced by tion. nCrackersn proceeded to~

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NSWAFL Pnge 26 1988 Annulli Report SYDNEY REPRESENTATIVE FOOTBALL

STATE LEAGUE for their matches and the campaign the support by all clubs for repte- in general. sentative involvement and to this 1988 saw a greatly improved atti- the League is most impressed and tude by all clubs towards their rep- grateful. 1989 could see greater in- resentative committments to the SFLDMSIONI volvement for SFL I players in rep- League. resentative fixtures and in turn the The SFL I division took on the standing of the competition and it's Although short in preparation time Newcastle A.F.L. side at Newcastle constituent clubs will gain greater due to rain affecting local fIxtures, in May and whilst ultimately not respect. We will be looking forward the performance both on and off the winning the contest, they certainly to even greater support next year. field was most creditable. displayed a high level of enthusiasm and professionalism. The League looks forward to the Coach David Spence and his fellow strengthing of the Sydney represen- selectors chose a strong squad to Coach Mark Siely was well sup- tative teams and to involving as compete at Narrandera and it be- ported by all clubs with sensible many players as possible in SFL I to came obvious that with more time nominations and an exceptional the challenge of playing "with the to prepare and get to know each contingent from the Balmain AF.C. best against the best" and the asso- other the side could well have giving him a large, young and tal- ciated comeraderie that evolves proven a match for the eventual ented squad with which to work. from representative football. State Champions, Riverina. Four weeks of training was well at- Failure is only failure if you don't tended with both coach and selec- SFL DMSION II ,. learn from the experience. With this tors finally selecting twenty-two , in mind, preparation in 1989 for players keen to succeed. The 1988 SFL II representative the Sydney side will be extended committment was to put together a and, whilst trying to avoid interfer- The result of the game was disap- competative team in just over three ing with club committments, pointing in a contest that weeks and take on the Central Coast provide a more extensive and thor- could/should have gone to the League on their home turf. ough base on which the side can Sydneysiders. Barnstorming to a launch a successful campaign. nine point lead in the final stanza Support from all but one club was after a three-quarter time deficit, solid, and with a capable selection As has been pointed out in the past, the visitors appeared set for victory, panel, Coach Bill Whitbum put to- the success or failure of our repre- but it was not to be as the character gether an eager and willing outfit. sentative side reflects the standing filled locals hit back and ran out of the State League as a whole and eighteen point victors. Ultimately, a lack of height and the therefore the individual clubs of unseasonal early rain robbing the that League. We look forward to the Congratulations must go to players of match fitness, were to further development of club support Balmain's Mark Tilyard for his best take their toll. However, the Sydney in 1989 to lift Sydney Football back player award as well as team leaders boys really did have their chances to the pinacle position within the FredHumme/l (C) andAlanKosche/l and with an early rush in the last code in NSW and will be looking (VC) for their drive and leadership. term almost pulled the Central forward to achieving this standing Coast back. Our congratulations to next year. Coach Mark Siely and Manager Ross McKenna on his best player David Hancock were very thorough award and to Coach Bill Whitburn, Our congratulations to Brian Ker- and were a great example to the Manager Steve Ball and the selec- shaw for his outstanding perform- players and other officials. Thanks tion panel for a job well done. ances to be awarded Sydneys player too must go to the trainers, runner of the carnival trophy. and other support staff who worked The League looks forward to in- tirelessly to look after the players creasing the SFL II representative Our thanks to all the clubs and play- and provide them with a platform committment in 1989 and the con- ers for their support, and to the vol- for success. tinued support of all clubs towards untaryoff-field team who supported representative football.D the squad and helped prepare them 1988 has seen a significant rise in

NSWAFL IJage 27 1988 Allllual Report FINAL PLACINGS

N.S.W. STATE FOOTBALL LEAGUE S.F.L. DIVISION II 1ST GRADE 1ST GRADE

TEAM P W L D FOR AGST % PTS TEAM P W L D FOR AGST % PTS

East Sydney 19 154 0 2581 1457 177.14 60 Liverpool 16 16 00 3532 665 531.13 64 North Shore 19 154 0 2771 1636 169.38 60 Penrith 16 12 40 1639 1135 144.41 48 Camp'town 19 136 0 2322 1443 160.91 52 Hawkesbury 16 6 10 0 1324 1557 85.04 24 Hills 19 136 0 2363 1721 137.30 52 Baulkham H 16 6 10 0 1086 1776 61.15 24

8t George 19 136 0 2231 1654 134.89 52 Auburn 16 6 10 0 1074 2033 52.83 24 Parramatta 19 4 150 1548 2956 52.37 16 Wollindilly 16 2 14 0 902 2240 40.27 8 WstSuburbs 19 2 17 0 1274 2479 51.39 8 Sydney Uni 19 1 18 0 1246 2990 41.67 4

N.S.W STATE FOOTBALL LEAGUE S.F.L. DIVISION II 2ND GRADE 2ND GRADE

TEAM P W L D FOR AGST % PTS TEAM P W L D FOR AGST % PTS

North Shore 19 17 20 2151 786 273.66 68 liverpool 16 14 20 1541 556 277.16 56 Hills 19 15 40 1769 ' 868 203.80 60 Blacktown 16 13 30 1438 613 234,58 52 East Sydney 19 13 60 1711 886 193.12 52 Heathcote 16 10 60 1375 817 168.30 40 8t George 19 13 60 1375 925 148.65 52 Penrith 16 7 90 975 991 98.39 28

Camp'town 19 7 120 1060 1225 86.53 28 Baulkham H 16 4 12 0 592 1326 44.65 16 Parramatta 19 6 130 898 1516 59.23 24 Wst.Suburbs 19 4 150 885 1921 46.07 16 Sydney Uni 1 18 0 25.80 19 541 2097 4 METROPOLITAN COLTS DIVISION I U19 S.F.L. DIVISION I -1 ST GRADE TEAM P W L D FOR AGST % PTS TEAM P WL D FOR AGST % PTS North Shore 19 17 20 2021 542 372.88 68 St George 19 15 40 1751 967 181.08 60 Balmain 18 16 20 2671 1443 185.10 64 Hills 19 12 70 1715 945 181.48 48 Manly 18 13 50 2022 1241 162.93 52 Baulkham H 19 12 70 1495 1033 144.72 48 Bankstown 18 12 60 2382 1448 164.50 48 Sutherland 18 10 80 1952 1388 140.63 40 Sutherland 19 9 10 0 1224 1309 93.51 36 Camp'town 19 6 13 0 1018 1372 74.20 24 Uni NSW 18 7 11 0 1531 1760 86.99 28 Wst Suburbs 19 4 150 723 1924 37.58 16 Macquarie U 18 5 13 0 1614 2039 79.16 20 Parramatta 19 1 18 0 433 2288 18.92 4

S.F.L. DIVISION I - 2ND GRADE METROPOLITAN COLTS DIVISION II TEAM P WL D FOR AGST % PTS U20

Manly 17 15 20 1622 790 205.32 60 TEAM P W L D FOR AGST % PTS Macquarie U 17 12 50 1317 758 173.75 48 Bankstown 17 12 50 1469 935 157.11 48 Bankslown 17 16 1 0 1707 535 319.07 64 Sutherland 17 8 90 1126 1918 110.61 32 Sydney Uni 17 10 70 1250 886 141.08 40 Manly 17 9 80 1169 954 122.54 36 Balmain 17 5 12 0 922 1290 71.47 20 Sllves 17 5 12 0 862 1332 64.71 20 Un! NSW 17 4 130 914 1420 64.37 16 0

NSWAFL Page 28 1988 Annual Report 1988 LEADING GOALKICKERS

N.S.W. STATE FOOT- SYDNEY FOOTBALL SYDNEY FOOTBALL BALL LEAGUE LEAGUE DNI LEAGUEDN2

1ST GRADE 1ST GRADE 1ST GRADE

P.A Angelis (NS) 123 G.A. Schlein (SAL) 122 M. O'Meara (L1V) 164 P.R. Robertson (NS) 107 M.A Tilyard (BAL) 118 S.J Nichols (UV) 83 L.A Winter (ES) 87 M.S. Shaw (BNK) 46 D.W. Bing (L1V) 64 AC. Gardiner (HLS) 72 S.N. Andrews (MAN) 40 W.J Whitburn (UV) 52 M.J. Roger (ES) 51 D. Holland (BNK) 39 W.A Harrison (HWK) 44 M.S. Magrath (STG) 45 G.J. Haggett (BNK) 37 G. Petersen (PEN) 36 B. Kershaw (CAM) 38 RS. Pyne (UN) 37 G.D. Uren (BH) 33 DJ Barwick (PAR) 38 P.l. Houston (MAN) 32 S.F. Lamplngh (L1V) 32 AJ. Harris (HLS) 37 S.R Kelly (BAL) 31 CM. Ware (PEN) 31 S. Chichester (ES) 34 J.M. Kelly (MAC) 30 M. Parker (AUB) 27

2ND GRADE 2ND GRADE 2ND GRADE

S.J. Paterson (HS) 70 M. Valach (UN) 38 D.J. Owen (L1V) 34 AJ. Fraser (NS) 57 K Saylard (MAN) 32 AS. Inskip (BLK) 30 M.B. Dean (ES) 39 D.F. Free (BNK) 30 C.A Hooper (BLK) 30 B.G. Smith (NS) 35 c.A. Zaarour (MAN) 27 G. Berry (HC) 22 R.N. Daniel (NS) 31 M.D. Kusminski (BNK) 21 M.J. Campbell(BLK) 22 RA Johnson (NS) 29 G. Wooldridge (MAC) 18 RL. Adland (BLK) 22 G.H. Smith (HLS) 24 D.W. Roff(MAN) 18 T.J. White (BLK) 20 S.N. Jones (CAM) 24 RP. Goldberger (MAC) 17 D.J. Deal (BLK) 18 N.J. Dean (ES) 23 A Somerville (MAN) 16 w.J. Whitburn (L1V) 16 RM. Lecnard (ES) 23 E. Siwicki (MAN) 16 RM. McKenzie (BLK) 140

METROPOLITAN COLTS. U19 METROPOLITAN COLTS - U20

J.N Murray (HLS) 71 G.R. Barber (BNK) 59 M.e. Walmsley (STG) 65 M.J. Eddy (SU) 34 S. Chand (SHL) 52 S J Hammond (BNK) 33 G.A. Stapley (HLS) 43 J. Allie (BNK) 33 R. Faulkner (NS) 40 P.V. Vos (MAN) 23 M.A. Frost (BHJ) 35 e.S. Mjtimer (MAN) 20 D.N. Elliott (NS) 32 D J, Thomson (MAN) 19 S. M. Fraser (BHJ) 28 G J. Haggett (BNK) 19 G.S. Lieberman (NS) 27 AR. Davis (SU) 17 A.G. Snell (STG) 26 D.G. Pusch (BNK) 16

NSWAFL Page 29 1988 Annual Report 1988 MEDAL WINNERS 1988 FINALS RESULTS

NSW STATE FOOTBALL LEAGUE NSWSTATEFOOTBALLLEAGUE I I . Phelan Medal (1st Grade) ilST SEMI FINAL Gary Spillane Hills 21 votes Rod Podbury Campbelltown 19 votes John Glynn EastSydney 14 VOles FIRST GRADEl Campbelltown: 0-4, 5-5 12-16 17-21 (123) Sanders Medal (2nd Grade) Hills ,2-4 5-6 5- 6 6- 7 ( 43) Richard Leonard East Sydney 22 votes Goals - Campb~lltown - Haines 3, Cope 3, Matheson Robert Ash Parramatta 15 votes 2, S. Noack 2, Martin 2, Darnell, G. Noack, Anthony Dignan North Shore 11 votes Nicholson, Smit:h,Layton 1 each. Hills - Gardinerl3, Whelan, Hawke, Spillane 1 each .. , Kealy Medal (Under 19) Stewart Williams Hilts 24 votes RESERVE GRADE MatthewFrost RHills JFC 19 votes East Sydney 5-{' (37) d St George 4-9 (33). Satish Chand Sutherland 15 votes ,I U19 ! Hil~ 12-7(7) d BHJAFC 2-8 (20) SYDNEY F.L • DN I I ~ND SEMI FINAL

Snow Medal (1st Grade) FIRST GRADE Fred Hummell Balmain 19 votes East Sydney '1,1 8-5 10-8 12-9 (81) Anthony Brinker UNSW 17 votes North Shore ,5-4 8-5 10-8 11-12 (78) Paul Gallaher Manly 14 votes Goals - East Sy~ney' Rodger 3, Seymour 2, Winter 2, Beil, Chicheste~, Free, Shaw, Thompson 1 each. MacFarlane Medal (2nd Grade) North Shore - Ailgelis 4, Robertson 3, Dignan 2, A Clauvis zaarour Manly 16 votes Fitzgerald, Wright 1 each. Sonny Nguyen Bankstown 14 votes ,i David Smith Sutherland 11 votes RESERVE GRADE North Shore 14-9 (93) d Hills 7.8 (50) Hart Medal (Under 20) SeanFry Forest 13 votes UI9 Anthony Davis Sydney Uni. 11 votes North Shore 12-6 (78) d St George 6-6 (42) Jason Berleitner Manly 10 votes P$LIMINARY FINAL , , SYDNEY F.L. . DN II FIRST GRADE' Campbelltown' 7-5 9.7 15-9 19-12 (126) North Shore 10-1 4-4 8-5 13-12 (90) Apted Medal - 1st Grade Goals - Campbelltown - Cope 4, Podbury 3, Matheson David Bing Liverpool 16 votes 3, Reid 2, Marttn 2, Haines, Kershaw, P.Smith, Un- derwood, S. Smith 1 each. Armstrong Medal. 2nd Grade North Shore - Artgelis 4, Robertson 6, Dignan, Mills, Bradley Cherry Heathcote 13 votes Warrell 1 each j •. I I

NSWAFL Page 30 1988 Annual Report ,

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.RESERVE GRADE SYDNEY FOOTBALL LEAGUE - East Sydney 9-13 (67) d HBis 6-11 (47) . DlV 1

Ul9 St George 6-6 (42) d HBis 3-14 (32) 1ST SEMI FINAL

GRAND FINAL .'RSTGRADE FIRST GRADE Sutherland 2-5 7-6 8.7 12.8 (80) Campbelltown 2-4 6-6 11-10 13-10 (85) Bankstown 5.4 7-8 9.12 4.15 (69) East Sydney 0-I 1-4 4-8 8-9 (57) Goals - SUlherJand - S. Jcmmeso.n 3, Grove 3, Bussing, Goals - Campbt!lltown - S. Podbury 2, Reid 2, Haines, Ryan, M.Jcmmeson. Tremain, McCosker, Brown 1 Cope, R.Podbury. Matheson, Kershaw, Chilcott, each l • McLaughlin, Smith, Underwood 1 each Banksrown . Allie 2, Haggett 2, Hywell 2 Brown, East Sydney. Elias 3. Dean 2, Corvino, Rodger, Th. Langham, Midgley leach. ompson 1 each. RESERVE GRADE \ RESERVE GRADE Bankstown 16-17(113) d Sutherland' 4.11(28)" North Shore 9-14(68) d East Sydney 5-8(38) ,U20's Ul9 Manly 12-10(82) d St !ves/For 4-4(28» North Shore 13.3 (91) d 51 George 9.9 (63)

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NSWAFL ('nge 31 1988 Annunl Report 2ND SEMI FINAL SYDNEY FOOTBALL LEAGUE- DIVII FIRST GRADE Balmain 5-2 8-9 9-14 17-16(118) 1ST SEMI FINAL Manly 2-5 4-7 6-10 5-11 (77) . Goals - Balmain • TUyaed 7, Lear 3, Walhss 2, Schlelll FIRST GRADE 2 Blackburne, May Comella 1 each Hawkesbury 0-4 3-4 9-7 13-15 (93) Manly - Walker 3, Kilborn 2, Tilbrook 2, Houston, Baulkham Hills 2-2 3-10 4-11 6-16 (52) Anderson, Andrews, Clack 1 each. Goals - Hawkesbury - Redmond 3, Hewison 2, Yates 2, Price, Eiffler, Giddens, Harrison, Luckman, Ste- RESERVE GRADE wart 1 each. , Manly 12-5 (77) d Macquarie Uni 7-13 (55) Baulkharn Hills. Thompson, Proust, May, Uren, Bar- low, Croese 1 each. U20 SydneyUni 11-8(74) d Bankstown 9-9(63) RESERVE GRADE Heathcote 6-19 (55) d Penrith 7-7 (49) , PRELIMINARY FINAL , 2ND, SEMI FINAL FIRST GRADE FIRST GRADE Manly 0-1 4-3 7-5 12-10(82) Liverpool 6-0 14-4 18-12 25-16 (166) Sutherland 2-4 5-5 5-7 5-10 (40) Penrith 2-0 2-1 2-1 2-3 (15) Goals - Manly - Clack 3, Kilborn 2, Andrews 2, Searl, I Goals - Liverpool- Whitburn 7, Bing 5, Nichols 4, ! Menier, Hooper, Anderson, Ackroyd 1 e~ch. Horton 4, Lampl]lgh 2, Wells 2, McKenna, Crouch 1 Suther/and - Bussing 2, Shanley, J. Tremam, Zuber 1 each. each. Penrith - Petersen, Mathews 1 each.

RESERVE GRADE RESERVE GRADE Macquarie Uni 9-13 (67) d Bankstown 8-7(55) Liverpool 6-9 (45:) d Blaektown 5-13 (43) U20 \ ; Bankstown11-10(76) d Manly4-9 (33) PRELIMINARY FINAL FIRST GRADE Penrith 5-3 9-11 15-13 20-19 (139) Hawkesbury 4-1 7-3 GRAND FINAL 8-4 13-8 (86) RESERVE GRADE FIRST GRADE Blacktown 14-13 (97) d Heathcote 8-9 (57) Balmain 2-1 6-4 11.10 16-13 (109) Manly 5-5 5-8 6-9 6-10 (46) Goals. Balmain - Tilyard 3, May 2, CornelIo 2, Hum- GRANDFINAL meHZ, Schlein 2, Butler 2, Kelly, Pibrovic, Lear 1 FIRST GRADE each Liverpool 4-1 9-8 17-11 28.15 (183) Manly. Ackroyd 2, Anderson 2, Searl, Menier 1 each. Penrith 3-1 4-1 5-1 5-5 (35) Goals - Liverpool- O'Mera 14, Bing 5, Wells 2, RESERVE GRADE Crouch, Horton, Humphries, Lamplugh, McKenna, Manly 16.11 (109) d Macquarie Uni 9-9 (63) Nichols, Webb 1 each. Penrith - Mclaughlin, Popham, Walker, Mathews, U20 Petersen 1 each. Bankstown 14-9 (93) d Sydney Uni 11-9 (75) RESERVE GRADE Blacktown 21-10 (136) d Liverpool7-1Q (52)0

., NSWAFL Page 32 1988 Annual Report .~- .' ., r--- - NEW SOUTH WALES 198B TEAL CUP TEAM (CANBERRA) I • • • •

f"RO~ ROW (L to R) Ten). Daniel (F"lllky), CoIiDMoore (Trainer), Tony Turner (Aut. Coach), Col F"Mef (Coaeb), Simon Pfahlert (Vice C.p!ain, La,ington), Robert Wrigbt (Captain, North ShOle), Grume Bartlen (Manager), Pal Thompson (Aw MllU8Cr), Hugh Rodrick (Umpil-e), Philip Elliott (North Shore), Andrew KearDey(Lavington). sr.cmm ROW M,chael Killeen (La'in&lon), Stuart lei (Deniliqllin), Peter HlMen (TerripI), Jamie Almolld (CnrllWl' Rutherglen), Glell1lJones (The Hilli), Ruw:U Smith (Osborne), Jason Knigbt (Henly), Damien Seoll (Wut Wyalooa. Gil-ral), Jason Hamblin (Gl.ll.llIain_Grong Grq -Matong), Gareth Drennan (Denlliquln), M~uhew Daddow (South Broken Hill). 1111RD ROW Jeff Reed (Toc:um..-..J), Chm Weseombe (Wentwortb), Soott Simpkin (Cobram), Crail; !'Jeudbccl:. (Leeton), Tlill Sanson (Lake Cargclligo), Sha\ll\ Spokca (!'Jortb Sbore), Paul Lavis (HowIoog), Da\;d Barkley (Corm. .•• Rutber~n), BrenclronRobc:rWQ(Maogoplab. Coobrdinia United).

MICHAEL u"RKE MEMORIAL MEDAL. ROBERT WRIGHT ALL AUSTRALlA,>"i. ROBERT WRIGHT, BRENDAN ROBERSON ALL AUSTRALIAN RESERVE _SI~10N PfAHLERT NEW SOUTH WALES AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE

1974 W.H. Hart L.O. Beale G. Lewis 1977 W.H. Hart K.J. Hession 1975 W.H. Hart KJ. Hession D.A Hyman 1976 W.H. Hart lU. Hession 1978 W.H. Hart D.A. Isaac J.e. Ashel[ord

General Manager

'1- 1979 B. Hea[ey RJ.Hooper B. Heafey 1980 AF. Baker RJ. Hooper K.E. Taylor P J.Anns!rong r 1981 L.F. Davey K.. Ryan K.E. Taylor PJ. Armstrong 1982 Sir James Hardy RL Mye~ B M . Apted 1983 K.C.McRae B.M .. Apted • 1984 K..e. McRae B.M. Apted 1985 D.Smith BM.Apted

Executive Director

1986 RA Gillett RAFowlie tH. Granland

Chief Executive .. ; 1987 K..R Miller I.H. Granland 1988 J. Morris I.H.Granland

LIFE MEMBERS

KJ. Ferguson elected 1941 S.c. Felstead elected 1967 A Young electro 1962 A H. Bridgewater elected 1969 W. H.Hart elected 1964 J. W. Hammond elected 1971 R.J. Hayes elected 1966 R.McConneli elected 1977

DECEASED

L. Alexander, L.A Balhausen, O.W. 8alhausen, J.V. Bannon, E.W. Buller, R. Browne, L. Clarke, J. Curry, S.H. Donnelly, L Harry, TJ. Hayes, H.C. Harte, H. Hedger, WJ. Holmes, SJ. Hodgson,J. Kealey, M. King, A,A, Laird, G. Leibs, R McDougall, E. McFalrane, J.E McNeill, AF .Nash,J.E. Phelan, AD.s. Prevan, HA Ryall, G.H. Sande~, H.G. Shepherd, H.W. Smith, AJ. Snow, L.J. Taylor, a.H. Tumer.D

NSWAFL Page 39 1988 Annual Report ,

EVENTS OF 1988

October 1987 April 1988

- Sydney University ANFC admitted to State League. - League looks to Sports House for new Administration - Balmain AFe relegated to SFL I. base. . , - Wollondilly AFe and Heathcote AFe admitted to - League receives additional subsidy from State Gov- SFL Division II. ernment for the position of Chief Executive. - League introduces sin bin/send off rule for SFL II and November 1987 U191U20 grades. - Armidale Club affiliates with North Coast League. '. - Keith Miller resigns as Chief Commissioner. - Craig Davis appointed NSW Development Manager. - NSWAFL enters into arrangement with lEA regard- - Riverina FLdefeat Farrer FL in the final of the NSW ing player insurance. State Championships held at Narrandera. • - Junior Football Council meeting held at Narrandera . - Country Leagues Forum held in Sydney. May 1988

- Cental Coast defeat SFL Division II in inter-league January 1988 match at Way Way. • Newcastle defeat SFL Division I at Newcastle Sports Ground. - Graham Nuttall resigns as NSW AFLAdministration - NSW Teal Cup Trials held in Albury. Manager. - State Advisory Council meeting held at the League - League enters into an agreement with Spalding Aus- Offices. tralia Pty Ltd reo Sherrin Footballs. June 1988 - League looks for home ground to include administrative offices. Meets with Marrickville Council reo Han- - Administration Manager rushes to Tamworth for ur- son Park. gent survival talks with club and North West League. - Central West League causes an upset to win the February 1988 Southern Division of the NSW Country Champion- ships whilst North Coast defeats Newcastle in the mud - Greg Harris resigns as NSW AFL Development Man- at Coffs Harbour to take out the Northern Division ager. series. - Umpires Seminar held in Sydney. - Final of the NSW Country Championships won by - Level I and II Coaching Courses held in Sydney. Central West at the sca before large crowd preceed- - League holds deferred Annual General Meeting. ing Swans V West Coast Eagles match. - Announces record profit. - League receives $10,000.00 from State Government - John Morris elected to the position of Chief as a Sports Development Grant. Commissioner - Teal Cup Squad enters camp at Narrabeen to prepare - John Yates elected as a Commissioner . for Teal Cup Championship in Canberra. • Changes to Articles to allow full membership for affiliated Country Leagues. July 1988

March 1988 - Murray FL approached to compete in NSW State Championships in 1989 . - NSW selects State of Origin Team for Bi-Centennial . Teal Cup Carnival held in Canberra sees NSW team Championships and creates history in defeating West- finish sixth after thrilling Division II final against Tas- ern Australia 10.8 (68) to 8.12 (66) after being beaten mania. by South Australia 12.8 (80) to 8.11 (59). - Successful Shell Cup Trials held at Tumbi Umbi on - Linda Blackburn resigns as Executive Secretary and the Central Coast. replaced by Justein Jones. - League office"acquires new debtors package to update - League appoints Administration Committee to deal its accounting system. with routine Sydney matters. - Bill Thomas from Albury receives NFL Junior Coun- - Tim Johnson appointed Administration Manager. cil Certificate of Merit.

NSWAFL Page 40 1988 Annual Report August 1988 Grand Final Results Throughout NSW

• Hume FL approached to compete in NSW State NSW State League Championships in 1989. Campbelltown 13.10.88 d East Sydney 8.9.57 - CHS Under 16 Carnival held in Tasmania. Sydney Football League I . Initial approaches made to secure Erskinville Oval as Balmain 16.13.109 d Manly 6.10.46 headquarters for Australian Football in NSW/Sydney. Sydney Football League II . Desk Top Publishing system installed at League Liverpool 28.15.183 d Penrith 5.5.35 Office to allow inhouse production of publications. Central West - Properties Division finalised with NSW Shorts, Jump. Parkes 11.12.78 d Bathurst 9.17.71 ers and FootbaII approved. Farrer - Shell Cup team enters camp to prepare for Champi. MeV 12.7.79 d Collungullie 10.9.69 onship in Canberra. Newcastle Warners Bay 10.23.83 d Nelson Bay 10.12.72 Central Coast September 1988 Terrigal 15.18.108 d Gosford 11.14.80 lllawarra Wollongong.C 26.6.177 d Shell Harb 8.9.57 - SheIl Cup Carnival in Canberra sees NSW Runner. South Coast Up after losing to Queensland on the final day. Batemans Bay 11.11.77 d Bomaderry 10.13.73 . Month of Grand Finals throughout the State. Sapphire Coast . In Sydney, Campbelltown clinches its third successive Tathra 16.15.105 d Merimbula 9.10.60 Premiership. Balmain records first ever flag, and Liv. Broken Hilll erpool makes it two in a row in the SFL I and SFL II NorthBH 14.16.100 d SouthBH 14.8.92 Competitions. A.C.T . Medal Night in Sydney sees nearly 450 people enjoy Queanbeyan 14.10.94 d Ainslie 10.10.70 an absorbing and entertaining evening with Special Riverina Guest Peter "Crackers" Keenan delighting all with his TuIVey Park 19.19.132 d Coolamon 12.7.79 humour. Ovens & Murray - League approached to attend a meeting of Australian Wang Rovers 14.17.101 d Lavington 10.10.70 Country Leagues in Adelaide in October. Hume - Burley approved as a football supplier in NSW . E. Lavington 15.16.106 d Walbundrie 12.13.85 . League staff changes following departureoflongserv. Coreen ing Registrar Bob McConnell, include the addition of Coleambally 18.15.123 d Coreen 15.12.102 ACT AFL employee Andrew Dee taking on the role of Northern Riverina Administration Manager with Tim Johnson moving to Gir.W.Wyalong 13.8.86 d Tullibigeal 13.5.83 the position of Operations Manager. Murray • Mr David Levens appointed as full.time NSW Direc. Finley 12.17.89 d Jerilderie 4.8.32 tor of Umpiring to commence in early November. Tallangatta - NSWAFL and VCFL Officials meet to discuss zoning Mitta 14.16.100 d Holbrook 10.11.71 and affiliation guidelines. Summerland • NSWAFL invites the VFL to compete at the SCG in Lismore 17.16.116 d M/will'bah 17.14.114 State of Origin game in May 1989. North Coast . NSW receives approach to compete in Division II Woolgoolga 16.15.111 d South Coffs 15.9.105 NFL Shield State Carnival in Hobart in mid 1989. North West - Positive meeting with Sydney City Council reo long Robb College 20.15.135 d Moree 10.6.66 term lease and development of Erskinville Oval as Mid North Coast League Headquarters. Kempsey 16.7.103 d Pt Macquarie 7.13.55 0

NSWAFL Page 41 1988 Anllual Report STRUCTURE OF FOOTBALL IN NEW SOUTH WALES

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