Grand Final— September 27, 2015 MESSAGE FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER As another football season draws to a close, the final day of competition has ar- rived for AFL Sydney with Premier Division Finals here at Henson Park. In an extraordinary result, seven different clubs have won premierships so far, capping off another fantastic season in Sydney’s premier AFL competition. It’s been an exciting year of football for everyone, and well done to those who still remain at the business end of the season. Each year we see AFL Sydney evolve and improve, and we are committed to ensuring that the competi- tion remains a high quality league at the fore of our football community here in NSW/ACT. Our repre- sentative football program was a highlight this year - which included the women’s team both taking on AFL Canberra at Blacktown International Sportspark. We’ve seen six Premierships already decided for 2015; congratulations to all the clubs involved, in par- ticular to the winners of the Women’s Division 1 – Newtown. It was a fantastic weekend of football out at Blacktown, and all the clubs who were involved should be commended for the quality of the matches and the way they were conducted. Congratulations to UTS (Division Five), Wollondilly (Division Four), Sydney University (Division Three) and Blacktown (Division Two) who claimed titles over UNSW/ES, Macquarie University, UTS and Cam- den respectively. Today looks to be another fantastic day of football, and the Premier Division Grand Final between East Coast Eagles, who are in their first year back in AFL Sydney and Pennant Hills, who are making their third consecutive appearance on grand final day, will no doubt be an exciting contest. The AFL Sydney Women’s competition went from strength to strength in its third year of multiple divi- sions. Newtown prevailed in a tightly-fought contest with Sydney University in the Division One Grand Final, which exemplified the skill, athleticism and toughness of the women’s game. It was the Break- aways first premiership win in five years and I would like to congratulate them. Gosford, in their second year in the competition claimed the Division 2 Premiership for 2015, in another enthralling encounter against Penrith Ramettes. A very exciting day of football is ahead of us and I look forward to watching all the action from the stands. Thank you also to everyone who has played a role in making this season a success - players, supporters, club sponsors and the countless volunteers that go into running a club. Your contributions are vital to the health and success of our wonderful game. Sam Graham—General Manager AFL NSW/ACT www.sydneyafl.com.au 1 Grand Final— September 27, 2015 CODE OF CONDUCT Remember that you are there for the participants to enjoy the game. Encourage participation, but don’t force it. Teach that enjoyment is more important than winning. Never ridicule mistakes or losses. Supporters are there to support not down- grade. Lead by example and respect all players, coaches, umpires, administrators and spectators. Physical or verbal abuse will not be tolerated. Recognise all volunteers who give up their valuable time. Never publicly criticise umpires, rather raise personal concerns with club officials in private Do not use remarks based on race, religion, gender or ability as many such comments are politically incorrect and it is your coach, team-mates, Club and family that are let down with such remarks. Respect the facilities and equipment of their own and opposing Clubs. Do not engage in physical and/or verbal intimidation, abuse or conduct toward any player, official, umpire or supporter. Such actions are totally unacceptable. Condemn the use of violence in any form, whether it is by spectators, coaches, officials or players. Abusive language is unacceptable. Do not use information technology to make or post inappropriate comments against players, clubs, club officials, match officials or the League which is dis- criminatory or offensive. Information technology includes, but is not limited to, email, instant messaging, text messages, phone messages, digital images, web- site postings (including social media such as Facebook, Twitter and blogs). Postal Address Suite 3.03, 10 Tilley Lane Frenchs Forest NSW 2086 Phone Number 02 9453 3034 Fax Number 02 9453 3428 Email Address [email protected] www.sydneyafl.com.au 2 Grand Final— September 27, 2015 2015 AFL SYDNEY GRAND FINAL UNDER 19s GRAND FINAL—9.45am UNSW/ES Bulldogs vs North Shore Bombers DIVISION ONE—12.15pm Pennant Hills Demons vs Sydney University PREMIER DIVISION—2.45pm East Coast Eagles vs Pennant Hills Demons Presentations of the Best on Ground Medal, Premiership Medallions and Premiership Cup will be completed at the conclusion of each match on the ground in front of the Grandstand. PAST GRAND FINAL RESULTS AFL SYDNEY PREMIER DIVISION 2014 Blacktown Manly Warringah 8.20.68 def. Pennant Hills 2.9.21 2013 Blacktown Manly Warringah 11.14.80 def Pennant Hills 11.6.72 2012 Blacktown UNSW/ES 13.11.79 def. Balmain 7.5.47 2011 Blacktown East Coast Eagles 17.12.114 def Balmain 10.11.71 2010 Blacktown East Coast Eagles 13.9.87 def Sydney University 10.10.70 2009 Blacktown East Coast Eagles 22.12.144 def UNSW/ES 13.12.90 2008 Henson Park Pennant Hills 20.12.132 def East Coast Eagles 3.10.28 2007 Henson Park North Shore 12.15.87 def St George 9.12.66 2006 Henson Park Pennant Hills 5.20.50 def East Coast Eagles 7.6.48 2005 Henson Park North Shore 13.9.87 def Western Suburbs 6.10.46 2004 Henson Park North Shore 10.11.71 def St George 7.4.46 2003 Monarch Field UNSW/ES 12.10.82 def North Shore 10.16.76 2002 Roger Sheeran UNSW/ES 16.10.106 def North Shore 11.6.72 2001 Roger Sheeran North Shore 12.12.84 def Campbelltown 10.9.69 2000 Roger Sheeran Pennant Hills 15.12.102 def North Shore 10.7.67 1999 Roger Sheeran Campbelltown 18.5.113 def Balmain 13.13.91 1998 Roger Sheeran Balmain 12.13.85 def Pennant Hills 9.11.65 1997 Wagener Oval Balmain 17.13.155 def St George 11.14.80 1996 Wagener Oval Western Suburbs 12.16.88 def Pennant Hills 11.10.76 1995 Monarch Field Campbelltown 16.19.115 def Pennant Hills 9.5.59 1994 Macquarie Fields Campbelltown 13.6.94 def North Shore 12.15.87 1993 Gore Hill Oval St George 17.13.115 def North Shore 9.26.80 1992 Wagener Oval Sydney Uni 18.16.124 def North Shore 8.11.59 1991 Football Park North Shore 10.13.73 def Holroyd Parramatta 7.9.51 www.sydneyafl.com.au 3 Grand Final— September 27, 2015 EAST COAST NOTES AFL footy in the Hills area of Sydney has a rivalry which mirrors that of the Adelaide Show- down and the West Aussie Derby. Two Clubs existing in a neighbouring geographical environ- ment will always produce that kind of competitiveness as each endeavours to come out on top when next they meet on the field of battle. It happens twice a season and sometimes extends into the finals as it will once again this year in the 2015 BLK AFL Sydney Grand Final. When the kid who lives at the top of the hill at Henson Park opens his curtains on Sunday afternoon and looks out onto the ground, he will remember seeing the Eagles and the Demons fighting for the right to fly the Premiership flag in 2006 and again 2008. He, like others, will hope that the weather is kinder to players and supporters than it was in both of those years. Pennant Hills won each of those Grand Finals whilst East Coast went on to win three in a row in 09, 10 & 11, but none were against the local rivals which makes the 2015 edition even more mouth-watering. Both teams will be revved up to the hilt and spectators are sure to see a great spectacle. Throughout the season the Eagles’ Club Notes in the Footy Record have always acknowledged those companies and people who returned to support the Club in 2015. Today will be no different, as without them East Coast would not be in a position to even be operating. Three years in the NEAFL took its toll on a Club which was at its prime after 2011 and many have conjectured just how the Eagles were able to resurrect themselves. Contrary to some opinions, it has been done through the sheer hard work of the replacement Board of Directors, the loyalty of many wonderful people, the support of eight major sponsors and the tenacity of those in the playing group who committed to remain at the Eagles, despite the precarious position it found itself in. It would be great to mention every person involved, but for now we sincerely thank the Kanebridge Group for taking the naming rights at what used to be known as Bruce Purser Reserve. Kanebridge are now deeply engrained within the culture of the Club and further big things are planned for our relationship to grow even fur- ther. Vesta Homes have been unwavering in their support having stepped into the AFL world for the first time and loved every minute of it as our back of the jumper partner. Mansfield Corporation took on the shorts sponsorship, the KFC logo on the footballs has created huge interest and issc.com / Paper Rolls Australia were delighted with the front of the jumper naming rights.