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WRFL
EASTER BREAK
(14.04)
Due to the Easter long weekend, no football will be
played over the weekend April 19-April 20, except the
special Good Friday Match between St.Albans and Hoppers
Crossing on April 18. Regular Round Three competition
will resume as of April 26.
The WRFL Office will also be closed from 5pm on
Wednesday April 16 and will re-open from 9am on Tuesday
April 22.
Have a great Easter!
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SPOTSWOOD SEEK JUNIOR PLAYERS
(14.04)
Calling all junior players!
The Spotswood Football Club is currently seeking players
for their under 9,10,14 and 16 age groups.
Have fun, get fit and meet new friends-It
is not too late to join for season 2014.
Any children who register for the under 9 or 10 age
group will be eligible to participate free, in the
Auskick football program at Spotswood.
All registered junior players will receive a football
bag.
For more information, please email
jnradmin@spotswoodfc.com.au
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A
TOUCH OF YELLOW FOR SANCTUARY LAKES (11.04)
Just a reminder for all football
fans that the Round 2 clash between Sanctuary Lakes v
Parkside at Featherbrook Reserves this weekend is
dedicated to raising money and awareness for the Cancer
Council and their vital research into cancer.
All players will be wearing yellow arm bands to
recognise the day, with a number of rattle tins,
donation stations and raffle tickets on sale throughout
Saturday and Sunday to help raise as much money as
possible. Great prizes to be won!
See the U18s at 9:45am, the Reserves at 12noon and the
Seniors kick off at 2:15pm. For more information on how
you can help donate to the cause, please contact Rod
Davis on 0410 609 495
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CLOKE ON SEN1116 (11.04)
WRFL interleague captain and
Spotswood spearhead Jason Cloke spoke to SEN1116's
Mark Fine about his passion for local football,
his famous family name and his plans for the future.
Listen to FULL INTERVIEW HERE...
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SPORTS TRAINERS SEMINAR (11.04)
Proud
WRFL sponsors Club Warehouse and Beiersdorf are inviting
all league trainers to attend the annual Sports Trainers
Seminar on Monday April 28.
Hear from special guest speakers Matt Pearce (Head
Trainer) and Peter Burge(Head of Performance) from the
Richmond Football Club discuss injuries and prevention,
strength and conditioning as well as demonstrate various
strapping techniques for footballers of all levels.
A must do for all sports trainers! No cost involved! For
more information,
please click here…
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WYN
FM MATCH OF THE ROUND THIS WEEK (10.04)
The WYN FM Match of the Round
this week will be
Division One reigning premiers Deer Park v Werribee
Districts at Deer Park Sports Oval this Saturday at
2:15pm.
Remember if you're at the game,
tune in to 90.1 WYN FM for an un-buffered live broadcast
of the game, and if you can't make it down to the match,
tune into 88.9 WYN FM for all the latest results and
news from around the grounds that day.
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GAME TRANSFER FOR WFC
(10.04)
Longtime WRFL sponsor, the Werribee Football Club,
would like to advise that the Rd 2 game between Werribee
and Bendigo Gold will not be played at Avalon Airport
Oval this Saturday.
The ground, in particular the centre wicket area, has
been deemed by AFL Victoria and the Werribee Football
Club as unsuitable for play this weekend.
The game will now be played on Sunday at Highgate
Recreational Reserve Craigieburn at 2pm.
The next home game at Avalon Airport Oval will be on
Saturday April 26th under lights when Werribee FC goes
up against the Northern Blues-Development League at 4pm
with the Seniors at 7pm.
For more information
click here...
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DEER PARK SEEKS U14 PLAYERS
(10.04)
Deer Park is seeking extra players for its U14C
team. It doesn't matter if you have experience or if
you're new to the game, the club will welcome all players
keen for a kick. For more information contact the club
on 0422 899 188.
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DEBUTANT HIGHLIGHTS
(09.04)
After all the hard work, blood, sweat and tears put
into the off-season both
on and off the
field, last weekend saw every clubs’ preparation over
the summer months put to the test
in the opening round of football.
Adding to the excitement of football’s return to the
west was the debut of new clubs in Tarneit and Werribee
Districts who both enjoyed the taste of victory in their
debut senior matches.
Our resident WRFL media team
photographers Jayde Ferguson, Wade Archer and Gerald
Bartels were out on the scene to capture all the action.
To see some of the highlights
from their debut matches, click on the below links:
CLICK HERE for Werribee Districts images...
CLICK HERE for Tarneit images...
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WEST FOOTSCRAY $3000 DRAW
(07.04)
Get down to the West Footscray Football Club from
7pm on Saturday May 10 when the Roosters hold their
special $3000 draw!
Enjoy 2 hours of beer, wine and soft drink as well
as finger food. Cost is $50 per ticket..
With a first, second and third prize up for grabs,
there is no better time to get behind the club and show
your support.
For more information, please see a committee member
or contact club administrator Phillip Rigg on
w.f.roosters@gmail.com
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DIVISION TWO PREVIEW
(04.04)
Finally
after what seems like months of hard work and
preparation over summer, local footy is back!
With new coaches, new teams and
new recruits snapped up during the break, WRFL Media
reporter Justin Lemmon has dissected all there is to
know about the Division Two competition this year ahead
of the first bounce this weekend.
READ MORE…
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ALBION ANZAC DAY
(04.04)
This Anzac Day the Albion Football Club is hosting a
special Match Day Luncheon when the Cats come up against
reigning premiers Deer Park on Friday April 25th.
Hear from both senior coaches plus other special
guests in the lead up to the clash
whilst you enjoy a 2-course lunch and drink. Cost is
$40 per head, with tables of 10 available.
Click here for details...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(04.04)
DAY 01: YARRAVILLE SEDDON EAGLES FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the YARRAVILLE SEDDON EAGLES Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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WESTERN AFCA COACHES BREAKFAST
(04.04)
Calling all WRFL coaches!
The Western Region Australian Football Coaches
Association is holding a coaches breakfast on Friday
April 11 from 7am at the Eureka Tower.
Hear from some of the game's greats including
Collingwood's Peter Daicos, Nth Melbourne great Ross
Smith as well as Essendon assistant coach Matthew Egan.
Places are limited so booking is essential!
Click here for details...
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WRFL FOOTY UNDER LIGHTS
(03.04)
It all kicks off this Friday night at Kings Park
Reserve when St.Albans hosts the reigning premiers Deer
Park at 7:15pm. Come down from 6:30pm to enjoy the
curtain raiser Auskick match before the main event!
And if you’re still starved of
local football, head on down to the new facilities at
Wyndhamvale South Oval where the Falcons take on
Sanctuary Lakes at 7:15pm.
With the official opening of the
new facilities last weekend, the Falcons are busting to
run out and put the ground to good use. The club is
asking all footy fans to get down and check out the
developments from 3pm for the Under 18s, followed by the
Reserves at 5pm before the seniors kick off at 7:15pm.
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DIVISION ONE PREVIEW
(03.04)
Finally after what seems like
months of hard work and preparation over summer, local
footy is back!
With new coaches, new teams and
new recruits snapped up during the break, WRFL Media
reporter Anthony Laughton has dissected all there is to
know about the Division One competition this year ahead
of the first bounce this weekend.
READ MORE…
Stay tuned tomorrow when we take
a look at the Division Two competition.
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(03.04)
DAY 02:
WYNDHAMVALE FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
WYNDHAMVALE Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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WYN
FM MATCH OF THE ROUND THIS WEEK (03.04)
The WYN FM Match of the Round
this week will be the Division 2 Preliminary Final
rematch between Parkside v Manor Lakes at Merv Hughes
Oval, this Saturday at 2:15pm.
Remember if you're at the game,
tune in to 90.1 WYN FM for an un-buffered live broadcast
of the game, and if you can't make it down to the match,
tune into 88.9 WYN FM for all the latest results and
news from around the grounds that day
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AFL VIC METRO CHAMPS VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
(02.04)
Missed this year's AFL Vic Metro Champs?
Never fear! Relive all of the action and match day
highlights of last Saturday's clash between the WRFL and
Southern Football League in the AFL Vic Metro
Championships.
Click
here to view a some of the highlights...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(02.04)
DAY 03: WYNDHAM SUNS FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
WYNDHAM SUNS Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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GOOD FRIDAY MATCH
(02.04)
There is now just two weeks left until the Hoppers
Crossing Football Club host St.Albans in the annual Good
Friday Match.
With no other football scheduled for that weekend,
what better way to get your footy fix than heading down
to Hogans Road Reserve on Friday 18th April from 10am.
See the fastest footballers in the west battle it
out in the Good Friday Gift and watch the Under 18s at
10:15am, followed by the Reserves at 12:30 and Seniors
at 3pm.
Gold coin donation will be asked for at the gates
for entry, with all proceeds raised donated to the Royal
Children's Hospital Appeal. For more information
on nominating a player from your club in the Dash for
Cash,
please click here...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(01.04)
DAY 04: WILLIAMSTOWN
JUNIORS FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
WILLIAMSTOWN JUNIORS Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(31.03)
DAY 05: WEST
FOOTSCRAY FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
WEST FOOTSCRAY Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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WESTERN REGION TOPS SOUTHERN FL
(30.03)
The Western Region Football League has
out-muscled the Southern Football League to claim Game 1
of the AFL Vic Metro Championships yesterday at VISY
Park.
A five-goal onslaught either side of half time
proved the difference as the boys from the West powered
to a 36-point win in the 5v6 play-off.
READ MORE HERE...
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FIVE MINUTES WITH STEVE MCANULTY
(28.03)
There is just one more sleep to go before the WRFL
take on the Southern Football League in the 2014 AFL Vic
Metro Championships at VISY Park on March 29.
Whilst many of our players will be having a restless
sleep in anticipation of pulling on the red, white and
blue and running out on the field, one man who has done
it all before is Port Melbourne Colts player Steve
McAnulty. The 33-year-old is the only player on the
senior interleague team to have played in the last
Senior Interleague carnival which was cancelled.
The WRFL Media team caught up with McAnulty this
week to discuss his feelings towards being part of this
year’s AFL Vic Metro Champs.
FULL
INTERVIEW...
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INTERLEAGUE LIVE STREAMING
(28.03)
Can't make it to tomorrow's AFL Vic Metro
Championship blockbuster clash between WRFL v SFL at
VISY Park?
Never fear! Don't miss a minute of the action with
LIVE streaming, radio coverage and scores of each
match available
HERE....
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(28.03)
DAY 06: WERRIBEE
DISTRICTS FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
WERRIBEE DISTRICTS Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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VIKINGS CAR BOOT SALE
(27.03)
Want to turn your old junk into cash?
Head on down to Grant Reserve on Saturday April 5
from 8am for the Altona Football Club Car Boot Sale.
Register now to reserve your spot!
Click here for more information...
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WRFL SEASON'S LAUNCH
(27.03)
The WRFL celebrated the start of the 2014 season in
style at the league's annual Season's Launch held last
night.
Check out some of the images from our WRFL Season's
Launch
here...
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WRFL & WESTERN BULLDOGS LAUNCH ALL GIRLS AUSKICK
(27.03)
The WRFL, in conjunction with the Western Bulldogs
and AFL Victoria, is launching an all girls Auskick
program. Commencing on Wednesday May 7th at the
Saltwater Reserve synthetic oval in Point Cook the
centre is open to all girls aged 5 -12 interested in
playing Australian Rules football.
Each participant will receive 6 weeks of coaching in
Aussie Rules and a football backpack packed full of
goodies - including your very own football! The Western
Bulldogs will be supporting the clinic with giveaways
and player appearances over the 6 weeks.
For more information and details on how to register
click here
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SNEAK PEEK INTO SENIOR INTERLEAGUE TRAINING
(27.03)
With the AFL Vic Metro Championships just two
sleeps away, the WRFL Media team thought we would take
you behind the scenes into one of the WRFL senior
interleague training sessions ahead of their clash with
the Southern Football League at VISY Park on March 29.
WATCH VIDEO HERE...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(27.03)
DAY 07: WERRIBEE
CENTRALS FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
WERRIBEE CENTRALS Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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SUNSHINE HEIGHTS SEEK TRAINERS
(26.03)
The Sunshine Heights Football Club is seeking two
trainers to cover their Reserve and Senior sides this
season.
Ideal candidates should have previous football
trainers experience and available to work on Saturday
afternoon as well as Thursday nights from 5:30pm-8pm.
For more information please contact Damian on
0402-280-299.
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(26.03)
DAY 08: TARNEIT FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
TARNEIT Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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ST. ALBANS SEEK JUNIOR PLAYERS
(26.03)
The St Albans Football Club
is looking for junior players for our
Under 9s, 10s, 13s and 14s teams for
season 2014.
All players are welcome to join, whether you have
played football previously or not. For more details
including training times please email Nick Schneider on
nicholasschneider@kennards.com.au or
call 0439012568.
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NEWPORT POWER SEEKS JUNIOR PLAYERS FOR 2014
(25.03)
The Newport Power Junior
Football Club is seeking players in all age groups for
the 2014 Season.
The club is fielding teams in U9, U10, U11, U12, U14,
U16 & U18 age groups. Positions available in all age
groups, especially
U9’s & U12’s.
Come along, bring a friend, have some fun and enjoy
the Friendly Family Environment, and be a part of the
POWER in 2014.
No footy experience necessary!
All new players welcome! Memberships are very
affordable!
Newport Power is truly a Family club with
comprehensive Football and Netball offerings inclusive
of Auskick and Net-Set-Go which operates on Saturday
mornings. They have 16 Teams in Netball which play at
the Altona Netball Centre from 9/u up to 17/u and we
have unlimited positions for our beginners in Net Set
Go.
For all Football enquiries contact either Jason
Coghlan (U14, U16 & U18’s) on 0419902486 or
jason.coghlan@civilsurveysoultion.com.au
or Brett Collison (U9, U10, U11 & U12’s) on 0435415163
or
bcollison@sdmelton.catholic.edu.au
For all Netball Enquiries contact Rachel Ferrari on
0417350735 or
rachael.ferrari@bigpond.com
Or visit our club’s Website:
www.newportpowerjfc.com.au
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FINAL WRFL INTERLEAGUE SQUAD
(25.03)
Find out who made the final cut in the WRFL senior
interleague squad when we take on the Southern Football
League in the AFL Vic Metro Championships on Saturday
March 29 at VISY Park, Carlton from 11:15am.
Will it be someone from your club?
VIEW THE FULL LIST HERE...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(25.03)
DAY 09: SUNSHINE
HEIGHTS FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
SUNSHINE HEIGHTS Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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STORM SEEKS JUNIOR PLAYERS FOR 2014
(25.03)
The
Manor
Lakes Football Club is seeking a number of junior
players for the upcoming football season for teams
ranging from Under 9s through to Under 16s.
The club is asking all interested applicants to come
along to one of the following training sessions
at Manor Lakes Football Club, Howqua Way, Manor
Lakes
and get involved.
U9 – U12 training Mon. & Thurs. starting at 4.30pm
U14 - U16 Tues. & Thurs. starting at 5.00pm
Come along and bring a friend and be a part of the
STORM.
All new players welcome!
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(24.03)
DAY 10: SUNSHINE FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
SUNSHINE Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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SUNS SEEK JUNIORS
(24.03)
The Wyndham Suns Football Club is looking for junior
players in our
Under 9s, 10s and 11s teams for season
2014.
All players are welcome to join, whether you have
played football previously or not .
For more details including training times please
email Val Lear on
secretary@wyndhamsunsfc.com.au
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(21.03)
DAY 11: ST. BERNARDS FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
ST. BERNARDS Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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CAROLINE SPRINGS SEASON LAUNCH
(21.03)
Join the Caroline Springs
Football Club on Thursday April 3 for the club's 2014
Seasons Launch.
Held at The Club from
7:30pm, hear from the coaches and leadership team on
their plans for the upcoming season, plus see special
guest speaker Anthony Koutoufides.
Click here for more information...
The club is also hosting a
Carnival by Day, Cocktails by Night event for the
opening Round 1 clash against Laverton on Saturday April
5 from 12pm.
A great event for the whole
family to enjoy!
Click here for details...
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NELSON TWINS SET TO PLAY AT NORTH FOOTSCRAY
(20.03)
After a decorated career playing
for the Mitta United Football Club in the Tallangatta &
District Football League, comedic duo Chris and Justin
Nelson have made the move to North Footscray with good
mate and former Mitta premiership player Ethan
O’Donnell.
FULL STORY HERE...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(20.03)
DAY 12: ST. ALBANS FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
ST.ALBANS Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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SENIOR REPRESENTATIVE FOOTBALL RETURNS!
(19.03)
After more than a decade since the last senior
interleague carnival, senior representative footy is
back in 2014 when the state's six Metropolitan leagues
go head to head in the AFL Vic Metro Championships.
Today marks exactly 10 days to
go until the WRFL takes on the Southern Football League
at Visy Park on March 29.
Show your support and see some of the west's best
players do battle for the ultimate bragging rights from
11:15am, followed by the EDFL v NFL at 1:25pm and the
VAFA v EFL at 3:35pm.
Tickets can be purchased at the gate from 10:30am
with $10 for Adults, $5 for Concession/Pensioners and
Children under 16 FREE.
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ALTONA JUNIORS FC SEEK YOUTH GIRLS
(19.03)
Are you female?
Aged between 13-18 years?
Looking for something fun and active to do?
Well the Altona Juniors Football Club want
to hear from you!
Contact Shae-Lee on 0411-848-742 for more
information.
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WILLIAMSTOWN JUNIORS FC SEEK PLAYERS
(19.03)
The Williamstown Juniors
Football Club is seeking a number of young budding
footballers to join their Under 12, Under 14 and Under
16 teams in 2014.
No footy experience necessary! All welcome to apply!
If you are interested in joining any of the teams,
please contact Mark Smyth on
mark.smyth1@bigpond.com
or visit the
club's website here...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(19.03)
DAY 13: SPOTSWOOD FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
SPOTSWOOD Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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CAPTAIN CLOKE
(18.03)
Spotswood spearhead Jason Cloke
will lead the WRFL senior interleague squad when the
league comes up against the Southern Football League in
the AFL Vic Metro Championships on Saturday March 29.
Officially appointed the
position on Friday night, Cloke admitted he was a little
surprised to be selected for the role.
FULL
STORY HERE...
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GOOD FRIDAY MATCH
(18.03)
Today marks exactly one month until the Hoppers
Crossing Football Club host St.Albans in the annual Good
Friday Match.
With no other football scheduled for that weekend,
what better way to get your footy fix than heading down
to Hogans Road Reserve on Friday 18th April from 10am.
See the fastest footballers in the west battle it
out in the Good Friday Gift and watch the Under 18s at
10:15am, followed by the Reserves at 12:30 and Seniors
at 3pm.
Gold coin donation will be asked for at the gates
for entry, with all proceeds raised donated to the Royal
Children's Hospital Appeal. For more information
on nominating a player from your club in the Dash for
Cash,
please click here...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(18.03)
DAY 14: SANCTUARY
LAKES FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
SANCTUARY LAKES Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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WYN FM WANTS YOU!
(18.03)
Calling all radio enthusiasts!
Think you have what it takes to be the next Denis
Cometti or Bruce McAvaney?
Well WYN FM wants to hear from you!
This season, community radio station WYN FM is
building a bigger and better volunteer radio team to
join their WRFL Match of the Day broadcast.
With many of the previous callers moving on to
commercial radio and television opportunities, the WYN
FM team is looking
for volunteers to be involved in the following areas:
Match Day callers, Match Day Host (in the caravan),
Around the Grounds reporters and stats person.
No experience is necessary! Interested? Contact Kevin
Hillier on
kevinhillier@optusnet.com.au
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(14.03)
DAY 15: PORT
MELBOURNE COLTS FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
PORT MELBOURNE COLTS Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(14.03)
DAY 16: POINT COOK FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
POINT COOK Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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TARNEIT SEEK JUNIOR PLAYERS
(14.03)
Calling all junior players!
The Tarneit Football Club is seeking a number
of Under 10s, Under 12 and Under 14 players for season
2014.
Training is held on Monday and Wednesday nights from
5pm at Wootten Road Reserve (Wootten Rd, Tarneit)
All welcome to attend! Please contact Sue Thornton
on 0438 448 085 for more details.
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DIVISION ONE SEASON PREVIEW
(14.03)
SEN1116's Mark Fine and Paul Daffy caught up with
Kevin Hillier on Bush and the Burbs to preview the
upcoming football season for the Division One
competition.
LISTEN to the full interview here...
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LAVERTON FC JUNIOR REGISTRATION DAY
(14.03)
The
Laverton Magpies Football Club will be holding their
Junior Registration Day on Sunday 16th
March at Laverton Magpies Football Club, (Laverton Park)
Corner Merton Street & Hall Avenue, Altona Meadows.
The event will take place
between 10am-12pm with the club taking registrations for
all age groups.
Junior Membership for season
2014 will be $160 which will include a pair of Black
shorts and socks, every child after will be $130.
Any inquires please contact club president
Scott Mizzi on 0401 403 728 or
scottmizzi86@gmail.com
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GOOD FRIDAY GIFT
(13.03)
Think your club's got the fastest player in the
league?
Well here's your chance to claim the ultimate
bragging rights as the fastest footballer in the west in
the Good Friday Gift 100m "Dash for Cash" sprint.
READ MORE...
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CATS SEEK PLAYERS IN 2014
(13.03)
The Albion Football Club is looking for new players
to join the club in 2014.
Senior, Reserve, Under 18s, Under 16s, Under 14s,
Under 12, Under 10s, Under 9s and Auskick players are
welcome to come down to JR Parsons Reserve (Wright St,
Sunshine) and enjoy playing local football with the
Cats.
For any inquiries or for more information, please
contact Mal Thompson on 0421 660 429.
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DISCOUNT ON TRAINERS TAPE FOR MONTH OF MARCH
(13.03)
WRFL partner Club Warehouse is offering all WRFL
clubs big savings on Elastoplast and Leuko strapping
tapes for the month of March only!
CLICK HERE for details...
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GLEN ORDEN SEEKS JUNIOR PLAYERS
(13.03)
The
Glen Orden Football Club is working hard to rebuild the
club's junior program and plans to field teams in the
U10, U12, U14, U16 and U18 age groups. While response
has been good the club would still like to hear from any
junior player interested in playing for the Hawks
Junior membership rates are very reasonable so if
you're interested contact the club via email at
info@glenordensportsclub.com.au or by
calling 0478 579 764. You can also connect with the club
via Facebook.
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(12.03)
DAY 18: PARKSIDE FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
PARKSIDE Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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NOMINATE A YOUNG LEADER AT YOUR CLUB
(12.03)
After the success of it's debut year last season,
The Whitten Project is back again in 2014 and looking
for a new group of students keen to be part of the next
generation of young leaders in the west.
Aimed at Year 9 and 10 students, The Whitten Project
provides young
leaders with the opportunity to take part in a diverse
range of activities and excursions investigating
leadership, personal development and civic
responsibilities.
Want to know more?
Click here...
HURRY! Nominations close at
midnight on Sunday March 16
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(11.03)
DAY 19: NORTH
SUNSHINE FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
NORTH SUNSHINE Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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ALTONA SEEK UNDER 18 PLAYERS
(10.03)
The Altona Football Club is
seeking U18 players for the upcoming season.
Training is Monday and Thursday
nights from 6pm at JK Grant Reserve, Altona.
All inquiries to coach Sean Grima
– 0424 187 819 or via email on
sean.grima@wesley.org.au or alternatively,
contact John Szanyi
john@1step.com.au
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(10.03)
DAY 20: NORTH
FOOTSCRAY FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
NORTH FOOTSCRAY Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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ROOSTERS SEEK JUNIOR PLAYERS
(10.03)
West Footscray Football Club is seeking a number of
Under 14 and Under 18 players for the 2014 season.
The Roosters also run a vibrant Auskick Program and
will be fielding Under 9s, Under 10s and Under 12s,
teams which all have places still available.
All interested players and families can contact the club
for training details and more information via email at
w.f.roosters@gmail.com or via the clubs
Facebook page
www.facebook.com/westfootscrayfootballclub
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(07.03)
DAY 21: NEWPORT POWER FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
NEWPORT POWER Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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HOULIHAN JOINS DEER PARK
(06.03)
It’s official.
Former Carlton player Ryan Houlihan is
set to pull on a blue and gold guernsey this season
after officially signing with the Deer Park Football
Club on Monday night.
Houlihan’s addition to the club sees the Lions
recruit a total of four ex-AFL players during the
off-season, including Bret Thornton (Carlton/GWS), Brent
Guerra (Hawthorn) and Ryan Hargrave (Western Bulldogs).
READ MORE...
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SUNSHINE SEEK PRACTICE MATCH OPPONENTS
(06.03)
The Sunshine Football Club is seeking practice match
opponents for their seniors, reserve and under 18 sides
ahead of the 2014 season.
WHEN: Saturday March 15th
WHERE: Away
GRADE: Division One
All interested clubs can contact senior coach Brett
Jacobs on 0417 379 404 or via email
bajacobs@ymail.com.au
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EAGLES SEEK PLAYERS
(06.03)
The Yarraville Seddon Eagles Football Club is
seeking a number of budding Under 13 and Under 18
players for season 2014.
All interested Under 18 players can contact Football
Manager David Bongetti via email on
footballmanager@yseagles.com.au and all
Under 13 players can contact Junior Vice-president Chip
LeGrand via email on
juniorpresident@yseagles.com.au
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(06.03)
DAY 22: MANOR LAKES FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
MANOR LAKES Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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HOPPERS CROSSING SEEK PLAYERS
(06.03)
The Hoppers Crossing Football Club is seeking a
number of Senior, Reserve and Under 18 players for season 2014.
All interested players can contact Football Manager
Jason Dowie on 0416 056 395 or via email on
n.dowie@bigpond.com
Training is at Hogans Rd Reserve Hoppers Crossing
every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:45pm.
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(05.03)
DAY 23: LAVERTON FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
LAVERTON
Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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TIV BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION TRAINING
(05.03)
WRFL sponsor, Trade Institute of Victoria is
offering training opportunities for those wanting to
build a career in carpentry, bricklaying and painting
with a number of great courses commencing on March 19.
Enjoy practical, personalised and hands-on learning,
with six months work placement at the end of training
course. No employment required prior to enrolment!
Enrolments closing soon. Call TIV on 9399-9511or
click here for more details.
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SPORTS MEDICINE AUSTRALIA COURSES AVAILABLE
(05.03)
With the WRFL introducing a new trainers
registration system in 2014, there's no better time for
all club trainers and those interested in becoming a
trainer to renew their accreditations with the following
SMA Courses.
Update your CPR, First Aid, Level 1 Sports Trainers
course and more over the next four months with Sports
Medicine Australia. For all course dates and
information,
please click here...
For more information on the new WRFL Trainers
Registration System, please contact Lyn McLeod on
9315 5400.
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(04.03)
DAY 24: HOPPERS
CROSSING FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
HOPPERS CROSSING
Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(03.03)
DAY 25: GLEN ORDEN FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
GLEN ORDEN
Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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LAVERTON SEEKS SENIOR COACH
(01.03)
The Laverton Magpies Football Club is seeking a
senior coach playing or non-playing to lead the senior
team in season 2014.
All interested applicants are asked to email their
expressions of interest to club president Scott Mizzi at
scottmizzi86@gmail.com BEFORE Wednesday March 12.
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FALCONS SEEK UNDER 9s COACH
(28.02)
The Wyndhamvale Football Club is seeking
applications for an Under 9s coach ahead of the 2014
season.
The ideal candidate is required to attend two 1-hour
weeknight training sessions as well as game days
on Sunday mornings. No prior experience necessary, all
training provided by the club.
Interested applicants are asked to contact Adam
Kimpton on 0457 005 767.
HURRY! Applications close on March 14.
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GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN...
(28.02)
As the heavens opened and the heavy rains set in
last Wednesday, it was clear that football was not all
about winning at the Point Cook Football Club.
With the ground starting to resemble a shallow
swimming pool, the new Point Cook Football Club’s Youth
Girls team was in the thick of it all, training hard for
the upcoming season.
Whilst forming the first Youth Girls team is an
achievement for the club, coach Belinda McErvale’s main
aim for the season is to ensure the girls develop a
passion for the sport and above all have fun.
FULL STORY...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(28.02)
DAY 26: FLEMINGTON
JUNIORS FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
FLEMINGTON JUNIORS
Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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SNEAK PEEK AT SENIOR INTERLEAGUE TRAINING
(28.02)
Can't wait until the WRFL take on the Southern
Football League in the 2014 AFL Vic Metro Championships
next month?
Get your senior rep footy fix with our special sneak
peek into the first senior interleague training session
at Saltwater Reserve earlier this week.
Check out some of the action here...
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(27.02)
DAY 27: DEER PARK FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the
DEER PARK
Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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WYN FM WANTS YOU!
(26.02)
Calling all radio enthusiasts!
Think you have what it takes to be the next Denis
Cometti or Bruce McAvaney?
Well WYN FM wants to hear from you!
This season, community radio station WYN FM is
building a bigger and better volunteer radio team to
join their WRFL Match of the Day broadcast.
With many of the previous callers moving on to
commercial radio and television opportunities, the WYN
FM team is looking
for volunteers to be involved in the following areas:
Match Day callers, Match Day Host (in the caravan),
Around the Grounds reporters and stats person.
No experience is necessary! Interested? Contact Kevin
Hillier on
kevinhillier@optusnet.com.au
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33-DAY SEASON COUNTDOWN
(26.02)
DAY 28: CAROLINE
SPRINGS FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the CAROLINE SPRINGS Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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SENIOR INTERLEAGUE TRAINING
(25.02)
With the AFL Vic Metro Champs just weeks away, there
is no better time to come down and watch the best WRFL
players train for the first time as a group ahead of
their clash with the Southern Football League at VISY
Park on Saturday March 29, at 11:15am.
Training will be held on Wednesday February 26 from
6:30pm at Saltwater Reserve (Saltwater Promenade, POINT
COOK, Melways Ref 208, D11)
All welcome to come watch!
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33-DAY SEASON
COUNTDOWN (25.02)
DAY 29: BRAYBROOK FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the BRAYBROOK Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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DEVILS FAMILY DAY
(25.02)
The North Footscray Football Club is holding their
very first Red Devils Family Day and Seasons Launch for
season 2014!
Get on down to Hansen Reserve on Saturday March 29th
from 12noon and enjoy watching junior practice matches
and the club's senior jumper presentation plus
there are heaps of activities for the kids to enjoy
including jumping castles, face painting and much
more!
For details, click here...
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33-DAY SEASON
COUNTDOWN
(24.02)
DAY 30: ALTONA JUNIORS FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the ALTONA
JUNIORS Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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HOPPERS CROSSING SEEK U18 COACH
(24.02)
The Hoppers Crossing Football Club is seeking
applications for an Under 18B coach for the upcoming
football season.
For all enquires, please contact senior football
director Jason Dowie on 0416 056 395 and for those
wishing to apply for the position, please send resumes
to
secretary@hoppersfootyclub.com.au
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33-DAY SEASON
COUNTDOWN
(21.02)
DAY 31: ALTONA FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the ALTONA
Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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TITAINS JUNIOR REGISTRATION DAY
(21.02)
The WRFL's newest clubs, the Tarneit Titans are seeking
junior players aged 8-14 years to be part of the club's
inaugural year.
All interested players are invited to attend the club's
Junior Registration Day on Sunday February 23, at
Wootten Rd Reserve between 12pm-2pm and register for
season 2014!
For details
please click here...
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33-DAY SEASON
COUNTDOWN
(20.02)
DAY 32: ALBION FOOTBALL CLUB
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we continue our
countdown with the ALBION
Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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LAVERTON SEEKS JUNIOR
MAGPIES FOR 2014
(20.02)
For the first time since 2007, the Laverton Magpies
Football Club is seeking a number of budding young
football players to sign up for season 2014.
All interested players are invited to attend the
club's Junior
Registration Day on Friday February 21 at the Laverton
Magpies Football Club, (Laverton Park-Corner of Merton
Street and Hall Avenue, Altona Meadows).
The event will take
place between 4.30pm and 6.30pm with the club taking
registrations in all age groups.
Any inquires please contact
President Scott Mizzi on 0401 403 728 or
scottmizzi86@gmail.com
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33-DAY
COUNTDOWN TO THE FIRST BOUNCE
(19.02)
FACT: As of today, there are 33-working days left
until the first bounce of season 2014!
In celebration of footy finally returning to our
local communities, the WRFL Media Team will feature a
new club each day until the opening siren, highlighting
what has been happening over the summer months and what
is to come in the new year.
Today we kick off the countdown with the ALBANVALE
Football Club.
Click
here to view...
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SPORTS TRAINERS EDUCATION NIGHT
(19.02)
With overwhelming success of last year's event, the
WRFL's Sports Trainers education evening is back again
in 2014!
In conjunction with the league's partner Beiersdorf,
all WRFL trainers are invited to come along to the
Yarraville Club on Monday March 3 from 7:30pm
and learn all there is to know about sports training
including how to tape effectively, spinal injury
management and much more!
HURRY! Spots are strictly limited with enough space
for the first 100 RSVPs only!
To secure your spot click here...
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SPORTS TRAINERS POSITION
(18.02)
The Parkside Football Club would like to invite
applications for any prospective sports trainer to work
with the club in season 2014.
Applicants with experience as well as
those who are interested in becoming involved in the
club and are prepared to undergo professional Sports
Trainer Training Course should apply.
A great opportunity for someone
looking to enter into a great club and gain experience!
Click here for more details...
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2014 WHITTEN PROJECT NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN
(17.02)
After the success of it's debut year last season,
The Whitten Project is back again in 2014 and looking
for a new group of students keen to be part of the next
generation of young leaders in the west.
Aimed at Year 9 and 10 students, The Whitten Project
provides young
leaders with the opportunity to take part in a diverse
range of activities and excursions investigating
leadership, personal development and civic
responsibilities.
Want to know more?
Click here...
HURRY! Nominations close at
midnight on Sunday March 16
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BUDDING
SPORTS REPORTERS/PHOTOGRAPHERS WANTED!
(14.02)
Do you have a passion for writing or
photography?
Looking to get your work immortalised in print
each week?
Simply love
local
football?
Well
we want to hear from YOU!
The
Western Region Football League is
currently seeking a number of volunteer Sports Reporters
and photographers to join our Media team for Season
2014.
Build up your portfolio of published work and
gain hands on experience as you
capture all the action in the western suburbs’
premier football competition.
Interested?
Click here for more information...
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WERRIBEE DISTRICTS JUNIOR REGISTRATION DAY
(13.02)
The Werribee
Districts Football Club is holding their
2014 Junior Registration Day on Sunday February 23rd at
Soldiers Reserve, Cnr. College and Duncans Roads,
Werribee.
All interested players are invited to come down
between 11am -2pm and enjoy a sausage sizzle!
Football shorts and some apparel available for purchase
on the day. Eftpos now available!
For more information. visit the club's website
here...
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ST ALBANS JUNIOR REGISTRATION DAY
(13.02)
The St
Albans Football Club is holding their Junior
Registration Day on Sunday February 16 at Kings Park
Reserve, Gillespie Rd, St Albans.
The event will take place between 12pm to 2pm with the
club taking registrations for age groups from U10s to
U18.
All new and existing players are welcome to come along
and also enjoy a sausage sizzle!
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TITANS WELCOME NEW FEMALE PRESIDENT
(12.02)
The Western Region Football League’s newest club, the
Tarneit Titans will welcome a new leader this year, with
the appointment of Sue Thornton as President.
With the departure of former president Jay Hazleman last
month, Thornton will lead the club in its inaugural year
as the only female president in the league this season.
READ MORE...
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ALBION JUNIOR REGISTRATION DAY
(12.02)
Calling all Auskick,
Under 9s, 10s, 12s, 14s and 16s players!
The Albion Football Club is inviting all junior
football players to the club's Junior Registration on
Sunday March 23, at JR
Parsons Reserve, Wright Street,
Sunshine.
Head on down between 11am-12noon for a skills
session with the senior playing group, before enjoying a
BBQ and the opportunity to meet the coaches.
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UMPIRES WANTED
(12.02)
Ever wanted to be involved in football but never wanted
to play?
Well now is your chance to get involved in the league as
an umpire!
Umpiring
allows you to get involved in local football, provides
chances to progress to the highest level and not to
mention you GET PAID to have fun!
FIELD, BOUNDARY, GOAL UMPIRES
MALE, FEMALE, ALL AGES
ALL WELCOME-NEVER TOO YOUNG OR TOO OLD TO
START!
Interested?
Come along to an information session: Mackillop
College Werribee, Monday 24th February, 7pm.
Contact WRFL Director of Umpiring Mark Westgarth
0448 050 433 for more information.
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WRFL SEEKS JUNIOR INTERLEAGUE COACHES
(11.02)
In 2014 the Western Region
Football League junior representative sides will again
compete in several matches during May and June.
The League is now seeking
expressions of interest from suitably qualified and
experienced coaches keen to become involved with one of
the WRFL's junior interleague squads.
For more information,
please click here...
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WRFL BOARD APPOINTS 10TH MEMBER
(11.02)
The Western Region Football League’s Board is now
complete, with the addition of its tenth member last
night.
At the board’s first meeting for season 2014, Meredith
Angwin was unanimously elected to join the WRFL Board.
READ MORE...
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NORTH FOOTSCRAY SEEK JUNIOR PLAYERS
(11.02)
The
North Footscray Football Club invite all young
footballers to sign up for season 2014 at the club's
junior registration day on Sunday February 23.
The
Devils are
fielding junior teams from U10s, 11s, 14s and 16s.
Registration begins at 12pm at the Club rooms located at
Hansen Reserve, Roberts Street, West Footscray.
New and returning players and their families are welcome
to attend and enjoy a sausage sizzle!
For more information,
please click here...
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TYMMS TO JOIN INTERLEAGUE COACHING PANEL
(10.02)
One of Albion’s favourite son’s, Aaron Tymms, is set to
join the WRFL senior interleague coaching panel as an
assistant coach.
Tymms will suit up alongside fellow
interleague coaches Brett Jacobs, Aaron Freeland and
Chairman of Selectors Steve Thom when the WRFL take on
the Southern Football League in the AFL Vic Metro
Championships held at VISY Park on March 29.
READ MORE...
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SUNS UNVEIL NEW JUMPER AND CLUB SONG
(10.02)
It was with great pleasure and excitement that the
Wyndham Suns Football Club unveiled their new club
jumper and song to their members
for the first time at the club's registration day
yesterday.
There was a great reception to both the jumper and song
which is sung to the tune of the AFL's Richmond Football
Club.
Whilst many of the players keen to run out in their new
strip, the Suns are still looking for players in all age
groups for season 2014, with some ages filling up fast.
For any queries or information please email
secretary@wyndhamsunsfc.com.au
Click here to see the Suns club song and jumper...
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BRAYBROOK CELEBRATES 140 YEARS
(10.02)
The
Braybrook Sporting Club is seeking past
players, officials and supporters from all decades to be
a part of the
club's 140th Year celebrations.
Held on Sunday June 15, the club is seeking names,
addresses and telephone numbers of people who have had a
connections with the club over its historic 140 year
history.
For more information on the event or for
those who wish to pass on their details to the club,
please contact Suellen Isherwood on 0402703383 or Frank
Smith on 0415032078 or feel free to email the club
directly on
braybrooksportingclub@hotmail.com
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WRFL PLAYERS BENEFIT FROM VFL TRIFECTA
(07.02)
There’s a bright future
for many WRFL players looking to go that next step in
their football careers, with 12 players picked up by
Victorian Football League clubs in 2014.
With the emergence of new
VFL club Footscray this season, the west now has three
VFL clubs within the one region, making the WRFL one of
the most appealing leagues for upcoming stars.
READ MORE...
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COME FLY WITH THE EAGLES
(07.02)
The Yarraville Seddon Eagles invite all young
footballers to sign up for a new season on our junior
registration day.
The YSEFC is fielding junior teams in 2014 from U9s
through to U16s. Registration begins at 9:30am and
finishes at 11.30am on Sunday, March 2 at McIvor Reserve
Clubrooms, Fogarty Avenue Yarraville.
New and returning players and their families are welcome
to drop in for a barbeque breakfast. More information
will be available from February 14 on our new-look
website at
www.yseagles.com or our official Facebook page.
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TIGERS SEEK SPORTS TRAINERS
(07.02)
The Werribee Districts Football Club is seeking a sports
trainer for season 2014.
If you are motivated, work well in a team environment
and have a keen interest in the health and wellbeing of
others, the Tigers want to hear from you!
No prior experience necessary, on the job training
provided.
For more information, please
click here...
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CAROLINE SPRINGS JUNIOR REGISTRATION DAY
(06.02)
Head on down to Town Centre Oval on Sunday March 2 for
the Caroline Springs Football Club's Junior Registration
Day.
All junior players are welcome to
come down and register between
11am-2pm.
For details on CSFC membership packs, mouthguards,
uniform and payment options,
click here...
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WEST FOOTSCRAY SEEKS SPORTS TRAINER
(06.02)
West Footscray Football is seeking a Head Trainer and
support staff to work with the club in 2014. This is a
paid part time position and applicants with experience
as well as those who are interested in becoming involved
are encouraged to apply.
For further information please click
here
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EJ WHITTEN MOONEE VALLEY RACE NIGHT
(05.02)
WRFL community partner, the EJ Whitten Foundation, is
holding their 4th annual Moonee Valley Race Night on
Friday February 28.
Help support prostate cancer research and men's health
awareness by enjoying a night of fine dining,
entertainment and horse racing.
Click here for details...
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BRAYBROOK SEEKS PLAYERS
(05.02)
The Braybrook Sporting Club is seeking a number of
senior and reserve players for season 2014.
All interested players are asked to contact club
administrator Suellen Isherwood on 0402 703383 or via
email on
braybrooksportingclub@hotmail.com
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ALTONA JUNIORS REGISTRATION DAY
(05.02)
The
Altona Junior Vikings are holding a Player Registration
Day on Sunday February 23, at JK Grant Reserve, Sugargum
Drive, Altona.
All junior players are welcome to
come down and register between
10am-1pm.
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BRAYBROOK WELCOMES NEW PRESIDENT
(03.02)
The Braybrook Sporting Club will have a new man at the
helm this season, with the appointment of Harley Smith
as the club’s new president last week.
Having been elected to the role as Vice President at the
club’s annual general meeting, Smith was surprised to
get the call up to the top job.
“It was a bit of a shock to be elected as President
before fulfilling the role as vice, but I enjoy a good
challenge and was happy to support the club in the role
in order for them to succeed.”
READ MORE...
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NORTH SUNSHINE SEEK PRACTICE MATCH OPPONENTS
(03.02)
The North Sunshine Football Club is seeking
opponents for a number of pre-season practice matches
for their senior and reserves sides.
WHEN: Saturday March 15th, 22nd and 29th.
WHERE: Away
GRADE: Division Two
CONTACT: Senior coach Joe Larizza on 0411 950 543 for
more information.
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SANCTUARY LAKES JUNIOR REGISTRATION DAY
(03.02)
The Sanctuary Lakes Football Club is holding their
Junior Registration Day on Saturday February 15 at
Featherbrook Oval, 33 Windorah Drive, Point Cook.
The event will take place between 10am till 12pm with
the club taking registrations for age groups from U9s to
U18.
All new and existing players are welcome to come along
and also enjoy a sausage sizzle.
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GLEN ORDEN JUNIOR REGISTRATION DAY
(31.01)
The Glen Orden Football Club is
holding their Junior Registration Day on Friday February
14 at Glen Orden Clubrooms, 53-57 Kookaburra
Avenue, Werribee.
The event will take place between 6pm and 8pm with the
club taking registrations for age groups from U9s to
U16s.
All new and existing players are welcome to come along
and also enjoy a sausage sizzle!
Junior memberships are available for only $50 per
player.
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WERRIBEE CENTRALS JUNIOR REGISTRATION DAY
(31.01)
The Werribee Centrals Football Club
is holding their Junior Registration Day on Friday
February 7 at Galvin Park Clubrooms (Shaws Rd,
Werribee).
The event will kick off from 6pm-9pm with a sausage
sizzle provided for guests.
All junior players are welcome to attend!
For more information, please
click here...
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U18 PLAYER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY
(31.01)
With the WRFL fielding its first
Senior Interleague team in over 10 years we are offering
a great opportunity for some of our promising Under 18
players to get involved.
A total of four under 18 players will
be invited to take part in this unique experience to rub
shoulders with and learn from the best senior players in
the WRFL.
The four selected players will take
part in all Interleague training sessions and be part of
the build up on Saturday March 29th when we
take on the Southern Football League at VISY Park.
All clubs who will field an Under 18
team in 2014 are invited to nominate 1 player based on
the following criteria:-
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The player must be eligible to
play under 18’s in 2014 (development players not
accepted)
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The player has shown exceptional
leadership skills throughout his junior career and
will be a potential leader within your senior club.
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Has played in the WRFL for no
less than 3 seasons prior to 2014.
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Provide a short summary on why the nominated player
should be selected.
If you think that you know someone who fits the
criteria, contact your club administrator ASAP as
entries close 5pm Monday February 3.
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FEB FAST PRE-SEASON CHALLENGE
(30.01)
Think you have the will power to live without caffeine,
alcohol, sugar or electronic devices for 28 days?
Well Western Bulldogs tall man Will Minson,
Essendon's Michael Hibberd and Collingwood's Luke Ball
think they can, as they join a number of AFL players who
have signed up to support this year's Feb Fast
Pre-season Challenge.
Having raised $5.5 since its inception in 2007, Feb Fast
aims to improve the personal health and well being of
all Australians, in particularly vulnerable and
disadvantaged young people experiencing alcohol, drug
and mental health issues.
This
year the AFL Players’ Association and AFL Victoria will
be encouraging individuals and community clubs to
register for FebFast and fundraise as part of their
pre-season preparation.
Clubs that raise the most amount of money during
February will go in the draw to win one-off AFL
memorabilia that can be used for club fundraising
efforts throughout the year!
Click here for more details, or
visit this website to enter...
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PRE-SEASON PRATICE MATCHES
(30.01)
With the football season fast approaching, a number of
senior football clubs from across various football
leagues are looking for pre-season practice matches.
Click here to see which clubs are interested in matches
ahead of Round One...
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POINT COOK PLAYER REGISTRATION DAY
(28.01)
The Point Cook Football Club's player registration day
will be held on Sunday 9th February at Saltwater
Reserve, Cnr Point Cook Road and Saltwater Promenade,
Point Cook between 12.30pm and 2.30pm.
The club will be taking registrations for age groups U9
through to U16 and also for their NEW Youth Girls team.
All new and existing players are welcome to attend.
For more details
click here...
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SUNS SEEK JUNIOR PLAYERS
(28.01)
The Wyndham Suns Football Club is looking for players to
join them at their new home ground at Goddard St
Reserve, (Cnr Goddard St and Penrose Promenade, Tarneit)
in 2014.
The Suns are looking for players for U9s, U10, U11s,
U12s, U13s, U14s, U15s and U16s as well as Youth Girls
aged 13-18.
Registration Day will be held on Sunday February
9 from 1.30pm till
4.00pm at the Tarneit Community Learning Centre (Cnr of
Leakes Rd and Sunset Views Boulevard).
For more details including all junior training dates,
click here...
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HOPPERS CROSSING PLAYER REGISTRATION DAY
(28.01)
The Hoppers Crossing Football Club is holding their 2014
Player Registration Day
on Sunday February 9 from 10am to 1pm in the
Community Room of the clubrooms at Hogans Road Reserve.
All
interested players are welcome to come down and enjoy a
sausage sizzle provided on the day.
Re-registration for returning players can be done online
from February 1.
For more details including all junior training dates,
click here...
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RETURNING JUNIOR SPOTSWOOD PLAYER INCENTIVE
(28.01)
The Spotswood Football
Club is offering all junior players the opportunity to
receive a free football bag courtesy of the JS
Coterie group, when they
register for season 2014!
Players must register
and pay BEFORE Round 1 (April 6th) to be
eligible to receive the bag.
Click here for more details...
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WRFL COACHES LEARN FROM THE BEST
(23.01)
It seems that even some of the best coaches are never
too old to learn a thing or two, particularly if they’re
learning from some of the game’s greats.
In the first Western Region Football League coaching
seminar of its kind, over 40 WRFL senior coaches were
allowed rare access into Whitten Oval’s inner sanctum
last night to learn from elite AFL coaches.
READ MORE...
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TARNEIT TITANS FAMILY DAY
(22.01)
Be part of
the revolution at the Tarneit Titans Football Club's
Family Day!
Grab the
whole family and head on down to Wootten Road Reserve
from 10am-2pm on Sunday February 2 for a host of great
activities.
Take a look at the new club facilities and official team
jumper for the first time, plus enjoy face painting,
jumping castle and much more!
Click here for further details...
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TRAINERS WANTED
(21.01)
A number
of WRFL clubs are seeking trainers for the upcoming 2014
season.
If you have a Level 1 or 2 Sports Trainers Certificate
and have always wanted to be involved in the local
community through sport, our clubs want to hear from
you!
For more details, please click on the club links below:
Altona Football Club
North Sunshine Football Club
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PRE-SEASON TRAINING
(21.01)
The
Tarneit Football Club is commencing pre-season training
for all senior players from 6pm every Monday and
Wednesday nights at Wootten Road Reserve.
All
interested players are asked to bring along football
boots and a training singlet to each session.
The club is also looking for volunteers in 2014 to help
out with the general running of the club in its
inaugural year.
Please contact Vice President/ Reserves coach Jason Ryan
on 0426 827 376 for more information.
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TRAINING DATES FOR MANOR LAKES
(21.01)
The Manor
Lakes Football Club is commencing their 2014 pre-season
training for all junior and senior players at Howqua
Road Reserve (Howqua Way, Manor Lakes)
Under 9s & Under 10s- Mon. & Thurs.
4.30pm – 5.30pm - First training night 27th Jan
Under 11s, Under 12s, Under 13s, Under 14s
& Under 16s- Tues. & Thurs. 5.00pm – 6.00pm -
First training night 28th Jan
Under 13 Girls, Youth & Senior Women’s-
Tues. & Thurs 6.00pm – 7.00pm - Resume from 21st Jan
Senior Men and Under 18- Tues. &
Thurs. 6.00pm to 7.30pm Tues. Resume From 21st Jan
All new players from all age
groups welcome!
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DEER PARK JUNIOR REGISTRATION DAY
(21.01)
Calling all budding young football players!
The Deer Park Football Club's Junior Registration day
will be held on Sunday February 9 from 10am-2pm at John
McLeod Oval (Cnr Ballarat Rd and Stations St, DEER PARK)
All junior new and existing players are welcome to
attend!
For
more information please click here...
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2014 AFCA WESTERN REGION LEVEL 1 COACHING
COURSES
(20.01)
The Australian Football Coaches Association Western
Region is holding Level 1 coaching courses
commencing in February for all 2014 coaches.
Prices start from $155 for Auskick coaches and up to
$185 for Junior, Youth and Senior levels.
Click here for registration details and additional
information.
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HEAD TRAINER POSITION AVAILABLE
(20.01)
The Spotswood Football Club is
seeking a head trainer for the 2014 football season.
The ideal candidate will have
experience in running a Sports Trainers Department and a
current Level 1 or 2 Sports Trainers Certificate.
The role will require attendance to
club training and game days every Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday from March to September.
If you are interested in the role, please contact Club
Administrator Annette McLaren on 0419-734-812 or via
email
admin@spotswoodfc.com.au
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PORT COLTS 'BEST OF THE BEST' EVENT
(20.01)
The Port Melbourne Colts Football
Club is celebrating the club's team of the decades and
greatest ever side at a Best of the Best event on
Saturday March 15.
Held at the St.Kilda Town Hall from
7pm, the event will be hosted by Melbourne Demon great
David Schwarz and will include a 3-course meal, with
beer, wine and soft drinks.
An event no Port Colts fan should
miss!
For tickets and enquiries, please contact Brad Julier on
0438-601-063.
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WRFL MOURNS THE LOSS OF LIFE MEMBER
(22.12)
The Western Region Football League staff, board and
clubs today mourn the loss of one our Life Members, Marj
Laffin, who sadly passed away on Friday night.
Marj was inducted as a WRFL Life member in 1996 and was
also a Life Member of Sunshine YCW for her outstanding
40 years of service. Known by all as one of the best
raffle sellers in the region, Marj was presented with
the 2000 Queens Award by former Australian Prime
Minister John Howard, for her service to sport.
Our thoughts go out to Marj's
family and friends during this difficult time.
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INITIAL SENIOR REP SQUAD RELEASED
(18.12)
An initial squad of 70 of the best WRFL players from
season 2013 have been selected to represent the league
in the 2014 AFL Victoria Metropolitan Championships.
It is the first time in over
10 years that the WRFL has been involved in Senior
Interleague and therefore a great opportunity for these
players to be part of something special.
We expect all clubs to
support these players and the WRFL to ensure the best
possible side is available when the league shapes up
against the Southern Football League on March 29 at Visy
Park.
Please note
that this is the initial squad, and players may be added
after the Christmas/New Year break, with a
final squad of 24 players to be selected to represent
the WRFL on the day.
Each player will receive an email or letter from the
league in due course with further details.
Click
here to view squad...
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WYNDHAM SUNS SEEK JUNIOR PLAYERS
(18.12)
In 2014 the Wyndham Suns will field junior teams
from U9s through to U16s.
Any players interested in joining the club at
their new facilities located at Goddard Street , Tarneit
are encouraged to contact Val Lear at
secretary@wyndhamsunsfc.com.au
or 0411 899 495.
Re- registration
for current players is now open and
an email will be sent out by the club shortly to all
existing players.
The WRFL junior season will kick off on April 6th and
the club will be holding a registration day early
February 2014. To keep up to
date with the latest from the Suns
you can find the club on Facebook or Team App (for
iPhone & Android) or check out their website –
www.wyndhamsunsfc.com.au
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WRFL CHRISTMAS CLOSURE DATES
(16.12)
The WRFL office will be closed from 11:30am on Wednesday
December 18 2013, and will re-open from 9am on Thursday
January 16, 2014.
The entire WRFL football community would like to wish
you all a very Merry Christmas & safe New Year and we
look forward to seeing you at the footy in 2014.
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THOM & FREELAND APPOINTED TO WRFL COACHING PANEL
(13.12)
Following the appointment of senior interleague head
coach Brett Jacobs last week, the Western Region
Football League has announced two new members to join
the coaching panel, with league great Steve Thom
appointed as Chairman of Selectors and Altona Vikings
reserves coach Aaron Freeland as assistant coach.
With nearly 60 years of experience in the WRFL between
the three men, it seems the league is in good hands when
they come up against the Southern Football League in the
2014 AFL Victoria Metro Championships held on March 29
at Visy Park.
READ FULL STORY...
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PRACTICE MATCH OPPORTUNITY
(12.12)
The
Northern Football League's Greensborough Football Club
is seeking opponents for two practice matches ahead of
the 2014 season.
The
Boro is looking to play matches on the weekend of March
15-16 and March 22-23.
The club is prepared to play the matches at its home
ground or at an away venue.
Anyone interested in playing a practice match against
Greensborough can contact senior coach Robert Hyde on
0407 569 210.
Greensborough competes in Division 1 of the Northern
Football League.
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XTREME APPAREL PROMOTIONAL JUMPERS
(12.12)
Xtreme Apparel is a long time supporter of the Western
Region Football League and has started up a ‘state of
the art’ apparel sublimation operation in Hoppers
Crossing.
Xtreme specialise in promotional style jumpers which can
be produced for clubs who wish to highlight achievements
such as premierships. It could also be a unique way of
capturing the history of clubs and provide opportunities
to raise some money at the same time. Suitable for
sale to past players, sponsors, supporters, members and
a great auction item for any club function.
Please contact Reece Leunig on 0418 223 074 for more
information or
click here to see a sample...
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BRIAN ROYAL NAMED AS 2014 AFL VIC METRO COACH
(11.12)
Former AFL assistant coach and Western Bulldogs Team of
the Century rover Brian Royal has been named coach of
AFL Victoria's Metropolitan representative side for
2014.
Royal will lead a team made up of the best metro players
selected from the six metropolitan leagues participating
in the AFL Vic Metro Championships held on March 29 at
Visy Park.
For the first time in 20 years, the Vic Metro squad will
face the WorkSafe AFL Victoria Country's number one team
to be coached by Hawthorn legend Peter Knights.
SEN 1116's Kevin Hillier, Paul Amy and Mark Stone caught
up with Royal on Monday night to discuss his new role as
the Vic Metro coach.
Listen to full interview here...
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SEASON 2014 MATCH DATES RELEASED
(09.12)
The much anticipated match dates for season 2014 have
been released for both the senior and junior
competitions.
Unlike previous years, the 2014 season will see the
junior competition commence over the same weekend as the
senior competition's Division One and Two matches.
Pencil in all the important dates on your football
calendar including the junior and senior interleague
competitions. the mid season break and of course the all
important finals series.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW...
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NEW WRFL BOARD FOR 2014
(08.12)
Whilst there have been a few big recruits and new
signings during the off-season for many of our clubs,
there have also been a few changes to the Western Region
Football League Board.
Elected at the league’s Annual General Meeting held last
week, three new members joined the WRFL Board, whilst a
further three members were voted into fresh roles for
season 2014.
Click here for a full list of changes...
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JACOBS TO LEAD SENIOR INTERLEAGUE SQUAD
(06.12)
Sunshine Football Club’s Brett Jacobs will lead the WRFL
senior representative squad in the 2014 AFL Victoria
Metro Championships, after being appointed head coach
earlier this week.
Named as the 2013 WRFL Division One Team of the Year
coach earlier this season, Jacobs will lead the WRFL in
the first metropolitan senior interleague carnival since
1999.
READ FULL STORY...
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DEER PARK FC SEEK WOMEN'S SENIOR COACH
(06.12)
The Deer Park Football Club is inviting applicants to
fill the role of a women's senior coach for season 2014.
The ideal applicant will be passionate, dedicated,
outstanding leadership qualities and has the ability to
build a strong spirit and team culture.
For more details please click here..
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WERRIBEE DISTRICTS FC SEEK PLAYING ASSISTANT COACH
(04.12)
The Werribee Districts Football Club is seeking
applications for a senior playing assistant coach for
season 2014.
Playing in Division 1 next season, the successful
applicant will be the senior assistant to head
coach and former Sydney Swan player Wade Chapman.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS...
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2013 WRFL ANNUAL REPORT
(03.12)
With the calendar year almost coming to a close, the
WRFL would like to take this opportunity to look back on
season 2013 in this year’s Annual Report.
Outlining all the premiership teams, scores, award
winners, best and fairest players as well as overviews
and financial reports from the league, the 2013 Annual
Report will officially be released to more than 80 club
officials, Life Members and WRFL Board members at the
league's annual general meeting held at The Yarraville
Club tonight.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL REPORT...
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TARNEIT TITANS SEEK JUNIOR PLAYERS
(03.12)
With the Tarneit Titans
senior teams three weeks into their first pre-season the
club is now turning their attention to junior
football. The new club believes a successful junior
program is critical to ensuring the club's future and is
now calling on the community to be part of the journey.
The Titans are seeking expressions of interest from
children of any age who would like to play with the
Titans in 2014. The WRFL junior season will kick off on
April 6th and the club will need to have a clear idea of
the teams it will field by mid February.
The number of teams and age groups
will be largely determined by the response from the
community. The club now asks that any interested junior
players email the club on
tarneittitansfc@outlook.com.au as soon as possible.
If you have any questions please call Julian Pace on
0418 130 736.
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SHARKS PRE-CHRISTMAS REGISTRATION DAY
(02.12)
The
Sanctuary Lakes Football Club is holding its
Junior Pre-Christmas Registration Day
for all age groups on Saturday 14th
December from 1:00pm till 3:00pm.
For more information, please click here...
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FREE FOOTY KEY TO FITNESS
(27.11)
The Sunshine Heights Football Club wants to see as
many kids as possible playing football.
After not having a junior branch of the club three years
ago, the Dragons have enjoyed remarkable success with
their, “Free footy’s for kids, footy is fun for
everyone,” program.
FULL STORY...
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CAROLINE SPRINGS JUNIOR PRE-REGISTRATION DAY
(27.11)
The Caroline Springs Football Club is holding its
Junior Pre-Registration Day on Wednesday December 11
from 5-6pm.
Held at the club rooms located at Town Centre Oval,
The Crossing, Caroline Springs, the club is asking all
Under 9-16 players interested in playing for the Lakers
in season 2014 to come down and register and enjoy a
sausage sizzle!
Please click here for more details...
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WELL DONE JACK
(26.11)
The WRFL would like to congratulate 15-year-old
Caroline Springs player Jack Bartkowicz for winning the
inaugural You Inspire Me Award (YIMA) at the Whitten
Project Graduation ceremony last night.
Presented
by EJ Whitten Foundation CEO Ted Whitten Junior, the
award recognises one leader who their peers deem
embodies the values and attributes of The Whitten
Project.
Involving 40 students across the
western suburbs aged between 15-16 years old, The
Whitten Project provides unique opportunities to engage
young people with their local communities and schools
through the vehicle of sport.
Click here to see some photos from the official
Graduation Ceremony last night.
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2014 WRFL SENIOR FIXTURES
(26.11)
Whilst the new year hasn't officially started yet,
the WRFL is already keen to start season 2014, with the
release of the Division One and Division Two
senior fixtures.
Find out which club your team will play in Round One
in 2014 below...
Division One fixture
Division Two fixture
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ALTONA SEEK RESERVES COACH FOR 2014
(26.11)
The Altona Football Club invites applications for a
Reserves Coach for the club's reigning Premiership side
for season 2014.
Applicants should either
have a Level One Senior Coaching
accreditation or be willing to attend a coaches course.
The club is also looking for trainers for the 2014
season and all applicants are asked to send their
inquiries and applications for either position above to the club administrator via the contact details below:
Email:
altonafc@gmail.com
Address:
P.O. BOX
50
ALTONA,
3018
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YOUNG WRFL LEADERS HONOURED
(25.11)
Eleven young Western Region Football League players
will be honoured at Victoria University Whitten Oval
tonight, for their work in the Western Bulldogs’ young
leadership program, The Whitten Project.
Of the 40 young men and women involved in The
Whitten Project, 27 per cent of them hail from six
different WRFL clubs.
READ MORE HERE...
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MANOR LAKES SEEK PLAYERS FOR WOMEN'S SIDE
(22.11)
The Manor Lakes Football Club is looking for players for
the club's newly formed senior women's side for 2014.
The team commenced their pre-season training on
Wednesday 20.11.13 and are looking for more players to
join. If you are interested, please contact
Club President Gary Sheppard on 0447 620 201 or
you can email him at
gary.sheppard@manorlakesfc.com
The club's
Seniors and Under 18's start pre season training on
Friday 22nd November at 6.00 pm at Howqua Way Manor
Lakes, all players are asked to please bring runners and
a drink.
Any
new players who are interested in joining both the men's
and women's sides is also asked to contact Gary Sheppard
on the details above.
Juniors training will start early in the New Year and
the club will keep you informed as to when it will
begin. If you are interested in taking on a roll as a
junior coach please put your expression of interest
through to Gary Sheppard via email or phone call.
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FOLEY DUBBED JUNIOR COACH OF THE YEAR
(21.11)
Deer Park Under 13 coach David Foley has been dubbed
the best junior football coach in the state, after
taking home the AFL Victoria Junior Coach of the Year
award on Friday, November 8.
Over 300 guests gathered
at the MCG, for the 26th annual Victorian Australian
Football Coaches Association (AFCA), where Foley was
awarded the David Parkin Junior Coach of the Year for
his work in uniting the Deer Park and Caroline Springs
football clubs to form a combined Under 13s side.
FULL STORY...
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ARE YOU THE NEW RECRUIT?
(20.11)
Fox8 is giving one lucky player the opportunity to
live out their dream as an AFL player thanks to a
new television show, The Recruit.
The show aims to discover players from local,
suburban, country and international leagues, who are
good enough for the elite game, but have been missed by
AFL recruiters.
FULL STORY...
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A NEW NEST FOR THE FALCONS
(20.11)
There have been some big changes for the Wyndhamvale
Football Club during the off-season, with the Falcons
set to unveil its new club facilities at a Family Day
event this Sunday.
Saying goodbye to their home of 30 years, the
Falcons will kick of the 2014 season in style, with the
development of the Wyndham Vale South Reserve.
FULL STORY...
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DEER PARK IN PAPUA NEW GUINEA
(18.11)
It seems the might of the Deer Park Football Club
has spread internationally, with four members from the
club’s coterie group traveling to Papua New Guinea.
FULL STORY...
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LEAGUE BEST & FAIREST PHOTOS
(18.11)
Check out some photos of the league's best
players from season 2013, during our WRFL Best & Fairest
photo shoot last week.
Will it be someone from you're club?
CLICK HERE TO VIEW...
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TARNEIT TITANS SEEK JUNIOR COACHES
(15.11)
Following
great interest in their Senior teams the Tarneit Titans
are now turning their attention to junior
football.
The Titans are seeking expressions of interest from
the community for coaching and support staff for junior
teams in 2014. There is significant work that needs to
be done and the club is seeking coaches to not only help
ensure the club is successful on the field, but also to
help grow the club off field.
The club plans to enter five junior teams in the
WRFL in 2014 however the number of teams and age groups
will be largely determined by the response from the
community.
If you have a desire to coach junior football and
would like to be involved in a club in its inaugural
year please email
tarneittitansfc@outlook.com.au. Expressions of
interest from anyone interested in support staff roles
such as team manager or trainer are also welcome
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NORTH FOOTSCRAY ON THE RISE
(15.11)
A lot has happened at North Footscray since the
appointment of new co-coaches Shaun Borlase and Matthew
Walsh last month, and according to club president
Ashleigh Lewis, it’s all positive.
READ MORE...
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ALAN MANCE MOTORS 4-DAY SALE (15.11)
Get on down to your nearest Alan Mance Motors
dealership at Footscray,
Melton or Bacchus Marsh for its 4-Day
Sale to earn money for your favourite WRFL club.
Alan
Mance Motors not only offer all associated with the WRFL
the opportunity of purchasing a great car at a great
deal, but are also supporting community football clubs
in the west by offering a generous rebate program where
clubs could be eligible to receive a ‘spotters’ fee for
every new or used car sale where the purchaser of the
vehicle mentions their WRFL Club. (New car vehicle -
$300, used car - $150.)
Click on
the image (left) for more information on this great
deal!
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POINT COOK TO FIELD GIRLS TEAM IN 2014
(14.11)
Female football is alive and well in the west, with
the Point Cook Football Club iset to field a junior
girls team in 2014.
FULL STORY HERE...
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SKIPPER BECOMES A WARRIOR
(13.11)
Former AFL tall man Wayde Skipper will swap
his Port Melbourne VFL stripes for a warriors jumper in
2014, having signed on with the Hoppers Crossing
Football Club.
FULL STORY HERE...
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GOOD THINGS COME IN THREE'S
(12.11)
It seems good things come in three’s at the Deer
Park Football Club, with the announcement of a third
ex-AFL player to suit up in the blue and gold for season
2014.
Former Western Bulldogs backman Ryan
Hargrave officially signed up with the club last night,
the third ex-AFL player to join the Lions in as many
weeks.
FULL STORY HERE...
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WRFL UMPIRES SEEK COACHES & OBSERVERS
(12.11)
The WRFL Umpires are seeking umpires for a variety of
roles in Season 2014
·
Field Umpire Observer
·
Boundary Umpire Observer
·
Goal Umpire Observer
·
Junior Boundary Umpire Coach
Please see attached Job Descriptions and application
details for these roles
HERE...
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PORT MELBOURNE COLTS PRE-SEASON TRAINING
(12.11)
Pre-Christmas Training for the Port Melbourne
Colts Football Club will commence this
Wednesday night at 6pm. Players are asked to meet at
Murphy's Reserve Port Melbourne.
For more information, please contact the club or
check out their
website...
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LIONS RECRUIT THORNTON FOR SEASON 2014
(11.11)
The Deer Park Football Club has sent a strong
warning to their Division One competitors next year,
having secured the services of former Greater Western
Sydney and Carlton player Bret Thornton last night.
READ MORE...
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ALTONA FC APPOINT CO-COACHES FOR 2014
(11.11)
The Altona Football Club has appointed former
Caroline Springs coach Gary Turner and senior player
Josh Russo as co-coaches for season 2014.
Turner has a wealth of coaching experience within
the league, having spent time at Spotswood FC coaching
the Under 18s and at Parkside FC in 2010 coaching the
seniors, before moving to the Caroline Springs Football
Club in 2011 to coach their inaugural senior team.
Joining Turner at the helm is captain Josh Russo,
who is keen to step up to the challenges of a senior
coaching role. Having joined the Vikings in 2010, Russo
has been an invaluable part of the club's senior team
for over four seasons, taking on the role as captain for
a number of seasons.
The club is delighted to have both Turner and Russo
on board for season 2014 and look forward to a great
year ahead.
For more information, please
click here...
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CAROLINE SPRINGS PRE-SEASON TRAINING
(11.11)
The Caroline Springs Football Club would like to
welcome all existing and new potential Senior,
Reserve and Under 18 players to their pre-season
training.
The
first training session will be held tonight at 6pm and
run every Monday and Wednesday through to December.
For more information, please click here...
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OLD WESTBOURNE BECOMES THE WYNDHAM SUNS
(07.11)
On Wednesday 30th October Old
Westbourne AFC held their AGM and in a significant
decision it was unanimously voted to change the club's
name to the Wyndham Suns Football Club. This is an
important milestone in the club's history and goes hand
in hand with its move to a new home ground in 2014.
The club
experienced the largest turnout for an AGM in a number
of years, with all committee positions filled and a
large number of members putting up their hand to work
with the committee to ensure the long term success
of the renamed club.
The
Wyndham Suns are looking forward
to playing out of their new home ground at Goddard
Street Reserve, Tarneit, with U9s, U10s, U11,s U12s,
U13s, U14s, U15s, U16s and Youth Girls in the WRFL and
Seniors, Reserves and Under 19s in VAFA.
Construction
of club rooms will commence shortly, and will hopefully
be ready mid football season next year, and the club
thanks Wyndham Council for their time and effort in
making the move from the old base at Westbourne Grammar
to the new home ground possible.
A new playing jumper has been approved and will be
released to our members and the general public shortly.
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TARNEIT'S PRE-SEASON ON TRACK
(07.11)
The
Tarneit Football Club is please to advise that
pre-season for our senior teams will commence at Wootten
Rd Reserve Tarneit at 6.00pm Monday the 11th
of November.
READ MORE...
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WILLIAMSTOWN JUNIORS FC SEEK COACHES FOR 2014
(06.11)
The Williamstown Juniors Football Club is seeking
coaches across all junior age groups ranging from Under
9s-16s for season 2014.
Applicants are asked to outline their coaching
philosophy, qualifications and specific age group they
are interested in coaching. All candidates must have or
are willing to get a Working with Children's Check and a
minimum Level 1 coaching accreditation.
Please send all applications via email to Football
Operations manager Mark Smyth on
footyops@williamstownjuniors.com.au
Applications close on 5pm Friday November 15
so be quick!
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DAW'S SISTERS DOING IT FOR THEMSELVES
(30.10)
North Melbourne star Majak Daw isn't the only
talented footballer in the family, with sisters Sarah
and Angelina lining up to play for the Wyndhamvale
Falcons Youth Girls.
FULL STORY HERE...
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GUERRA SIGNS WITH DEER PARK
(29.10)
Dual Hawthorn premiership player, Brent Guerra has
swapped his brown and gold stripes for a yellow
and blue jumper after signing up with the Deer Park
Football Club last night.
FULL STORY HERE...
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SIMPLY THE BEST
(28.10)
Now that the football season is done and dusted for
another year, it’s time we took a look back on the
senior club best and fairest players who stood above the
rest in 2013.
BEST AND FAIREST WINNERS HERE...
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A NEW ERA FOR WERRIBEE DISTRICTS FC
(24.10)
It’s a new league, new division, new coach and new
beginnings for the Werribee Districts Football Club in
2014.
After playing in the Victorian Amateur Football
Association for almost two decades, Werribee Districts
will rejoin the WRFL next season after confirming the
transfer of the club’s senior teams last month.
FULL STORY HERE...
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SPOTSWOOD FC AGM MEETING
(24.10)
Notice of the Annual General Meeting:
The Spotswood Football Club invites all members to
its Annual General Meeting, to be held on Monday 25th
November at 7pm sharp
at the SFC Clubrooms, The Avenue, Spotswood.
Any enquiries, please email
admin@spotswoodfc.com.au
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LANGLANDS TAKES TOP JOB AT SPOTSWOOD
(23.10)
Spotswood Captain Tom Langlands will ramp up his
responsibilities next season after being appointed as
the club’s new senior playing coach for 2014.
FULL STORY HERE...
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THREE DIVISIONS CONFIRMED
(22.10)
A
three division competition will be a reality in the
Western Region Football League’s senior competition for
2014, after the WRFL Board confirmed the new structure
last night.
READ MORE HERE...
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KRETIUK'S THOUGHTS ON SEASON 2014
(21.10)
Join SEN1116 host Kevin Hillier as he catches up
with new Hoppers Crossing coach Steve Kretiuk to discuss
his thoughts on coming back to grassroots footy, his new
club, and his vision for season 2014.
Click
here to listen to full interview...
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SPORTS MEDICINE AUSTRALIA STATE CONFERENCE
(21.10)
Calling all sports trainers, medical and allied
professionals!
The Sports Medicine Australia Victoria State
Conference is back for another year, scheduled for
Saturday November 23. Held at the Parkview Hotel,
learn about professional development, practical
workshops, special interest topics and much more!
Click here for more details...
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EAGLES SECURE SMITH AS HEAD COACH
(18.10)
A second ex-AFL player has been confirmed to coach
in the WRFL in as many days, with the Yarraville Seddon
Football Club announcing Jesse Smith to take charge in
2014.
READ MORE HERE...
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WYN FM TRIVIA NIGHT
(18.10)
Think you have the brains in the family? Know too
many quirky facts for your own good? Well the WYN FM
Trivia Night is the event for you!
Held on Saturday November 9 at the Werribee Sports
Club, join MC Kevin Hillier and comedian Matt Portelli
for a fun filled night. Great prizes to be won!
Click here for more details...
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FRESH FACES TO LEAD WRFL CLUBS IN 2014
(17.10)
Some new faces are set to light up the WRFL coaching
world, after 70% of senior clubs said goodbye to their
2013 coach at season’s end.
READ MORE HERE...
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PARKSIDE FC SEEK RESERVES COACH FOR 2014
(16.10)
Reigning Division Two Reserve premiers, Parkside is
on the hunt for a new coach for season 2014.
The club is asking all potential applicants to send
their expression of interest and resume to the Football
Director at admin@parksidefc.com.au
Click here for further details....
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MITCHELL SET TO LEAD TITANS IN 2014
(14.10)
It's official. Daniel Mitchell has been appointed to
take the reins as the senior coach of the WRFL's newest
clubs, the Tarneit Titans in 2014.
READ MORE HERE...
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TARNEIT SET TO ANNOUNCE SENIOR COACH
(10.10)
One of the WRFL's newest clubs, Tarneit Titans is set to
announce their first senior coach at a Meet & Greet Day
held at Wootten Road Reserve this Sunday at 12noon.
READ MORE HERE...
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$10,000 FOR COMMUNITY PARTNER (08.10)
Through the generous support of WRFL clubs, officials,
players and supporters, the Western Region Football
League is proud to donate a $10,000 cheque to community
partner, the EJ Whitten Foundation.
READ MORE...
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SENIOR PRESENTATION IMAGES
(07.10)
Images from this year's WRFL Senior Presentation Night
are now available to view and purchase.
If you would like to purchase any
of the images from the night, please contact Director of
Cyan Press, Garry Sparke on 9763-4088 for more details.
VIEW IMAGES...
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A BRAYBROOK FAVOURITE CALLS IT A DAY
(07.10)
After dedicating over 55 years of service to the
Braybrook Sporting Club, Treasurer Frank Smith has
decided to hang up the boots.
READ MORE HERE...
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SENIOR BEST AND FARIEST VOTES
(05.10)
Over 300 players, club officials and special guests
gathered at the Moonee Valley Racecourse last night to
celebrate the WRFL's Senior Presentation Night.
Premiership winners were
acknowledged and Best and Fairest winners and place
getters in each division were announced.
For
a full list of votes please click
here.
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DUAL WINNERS TAKE HOME WRFL'S TOP PRIZE
(05.10)
At the WRFL’s night of nights, in front of a crowd
of more than 300 guests, two of the league’s top players
in Spotswood’s Chris O’Keefe and Deer Park’s Shannon
Broadbent were crowned joint winners of the 2013 Barry
Priest Medal.
READ MORE.....
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2013 PREMIERSHIP POSTERS
(03.10)
Get your piece of Grand Final memorabilia with the
official WRFL Premiership posters!
Check
out all junior and senior Premiership team posters from
season 2013 via the links below:
Click here for SENIOR POSTERS...
Click here for JUNIOR POSTERS...
And don't forget to view all of this season's Grand
Final highlights in our Photos section of our website
below.
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COACHES WANTED!
(30.09)
The Altona Football Club, of the Western Region
Football League invites applicants for
the following
coaching positions for 2014 and onwards:
SENIOR
COACH (Playing or Non Playing )
RESERVES COACH
(
Playing or Non Playing )
For further
information, please contact Club President – David
Gusman 0402 954 511. Please email coaching applications
to
altonafc@gmail.com
Applications close
Friday 11th October 2013
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OLD WESTBOURNE SEEKS COACHES FOR
2014
(25.09)
Old Westbourne will make their home at the Goddard
Street Reserve in Tarneit in 2014. This is an exciting
move for the club and they are seeking coaches across all
age groups and and teams for 2014.
Click here for more details...
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FREE TAPING WORKSHOP(25.09)
As part of the Australia Physiotherapy Association
Conference and Consumer, Beiersdorf/ Elastoplast is
supporting and conducting Taping workshops on Saturday
the 19th of October.
Held at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition
Centre, participants will be able to gain some valuable
knowledge during the seminars but will also be able to
look through the extremely large Trade Display on the
day. A great day for all sports trainers and athletes!
For more information, click here...
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WRFL UMPIRES GET THE CALL UP TO VFL GRAND FINAL
(20.09)
Three former Western Region Football League (WRFL)
umpires have been selected to officiate at the Victorian
Football League (VFL) Grand Final between the Box Hill
Hawks and Geelong this Sunday.
Field umpire Brett Ritchie, Boundary umpire Josh
Mather and Goal umpire Michael Craig have washed their
uniforms and are fit and raring to go in the lead up to
one of the biggest days on the VFL calendar.
READ MORE HERE...
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WRFL COACHES CLEAN UP AT AFCA AWARDS
(20.09)
The
high calibre of coaches in the Western Region Football
League was celebrated last night at the
2013 Australian Football Coaches Association (AFCA)
Western Region Coach of the Year Awards, with three
coaches taking out top honours.
READ
MORE HERE...
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GOOD SPORTS AWARDS BACK IN 2013
(20.09)
The 2013 National Good Sports Award recognises and
celebrates those clubs that exemplify the values of good
sportsmanship and how the club has embraced the
principles of working together to provide a safer,
healthier and family friendly environment.
Register your interest to nominate your club now!
Competition closes Wednesday October 2 so get in quick!
Please click here for more details on how to enter...
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NORTH SUNSHINE FC SEEK COACHES & PLAYERS FOR
2014
(19.09)
The North Sunshine Football Club is asking for
applications for the following positions in season 2014:
Senior Coach (playing or non playing), Senior Assistant
coach and Reserves Coach.
Click here for more details...
The club is also seeking a number of female players
aged between 13-18 to participate in their inaugural
Youth Girls team. Please contact Club President Ray
Portelli on 0448 822 752 for more information.
North Sunshine FC also wishes to advise members of
the club's next Annual General Meeting on Monday October
14th which will commence at 7pm at the Sunshine City
Club (24 Talmage St, Sunshine)
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AFCA COACH OF THE YEAR AWARDS BACK IN 2013
(18.09)
Of the 27 coaches nominated in the 2013 Australian
Football Coaches Association (AFCA) Western Region Coach
of the Year Awards, 12 of them hail from the Western
Region Football League.
READ
MORE
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DIVISION ONE GRAND FINAL RE-CAP
(17.09)
Congratulations
to all Division One Grand Finalists who played
exceptional football last Saturday, win, lose or draw,
you all should be proud of your achievements.
For a full recap of each match,
click here...
For those wanting to purchase images from the day,
including team Premiership photos, please call Garry
Sparke from Cyan Press on 9763 4088 for more details.
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DIVISION ONE TEAM OF THE YEAR
(16.09)
Congratulations
to all Division One Senior players who were selected in
this year's Division One Team of the Year.
To see the full team list, plus
captains and coaches,
Click here...
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ST.ALBANS FC SEEK COACHES FOR 2014
(16.09)
In preparation for season 2014, the St.Albans Football
Club is inviting applicants for numerous Senior and
Junior coaching positions.
Applications outlining
qualifications and experience should be submitted to
Club President Vern Ryan via email by 8th October.
For more information, on all
coaching positions please
Click here...
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BIANCA BREAKING GROUND IN FEMALE UMPIRING
(13.09)
Whilst history will be
made on the field this weekend in the Division One Grand
Final, another record will also be made on the
sidelines.
When 22-year-old Bianca
Michetti walks out onto the field this Saturday
afternoon, she will be etching her name in the Western
Region Football League history books, as the first
female umpire to adjudicate in a WRFL Division One
Senior Grand Final.
READ MORE HERE...
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ALBION FOOTBALL CLUB SEEKS COACHES FOR 2014
(13.09)
The Albion Football Club
invites all applicants to fill in a number of coaching
positions for both senior and junior teams for season
2014.
Applications close Friday
October 4th, so be quick!
Please click here for more details...
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JUNIOR BEST & FAIREST WRAP UP
(12.09)
Over 450 players, family and supporters packed the
Wyndham Cultural Centre on Wednesday 11th September for
Junior Presentation Night. Premiership winners were
acknowledged and Best and Fairest winners and place
getters in each division were announced.
Congratulations to all award winners and for a full list
of all votes across all age groups please click
here.
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WYN FM FRIDAY NIGHT PREVIEW SHOW
(12.09)
The WYN FM Friday Preview Show this week features both
Division One Coaches Marc Bullen (Deer Park) and
Chris O’Keefe (Spotswood). The first female umpire to do
a Division One Grand Final- Bianca Michetti.
Steve Thom will give his thoughts on the big game,
the Division One Team of the Year will be announced,
plus the Reserves and Under 18 A Grand Finals.
Of course
don't forget to tune in and listen to the WYN FM
Match of the Day broadcast between
Spotswood v Deer Park from 2:30pm featuring
dual Barry Priest medallist Tim Jenkins who will be
giving his thoughts on the big match.
Remember if you're at the game,
tune in to 90.1 WYN FM for an un-buffered live broadcast
of the game, and if you can't make it down to the match,
tune into 88.9 WYN FM for all the latest results and
news from around the grounds that day.
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WRFL LEGENDS SERIES
(13.08)
WRFL
media is proud to present a unique series of webcast
interviews with some of the legends of Victorian and
WRFL / FDFL football.
Over the next six weeks, Kevin Hillier and Steve
Thom will present interviews recorded with Barry Priest
(358 games for Braybrook, Div 1 B&F medal name); John
Lloyd (3-time Braybrook premiership coach, Carlton VFL
and Werribee VFA player/B&F); Len Murphy (254 games
/
50 years service at Spotswood); Robert “Bones” McGhie
(premiership coach St Albans & West Footscray, dual VFL
premiership player with Richmond); Terry McGarity
(Spotswood premiership coach, Sunshine VFA player, WRFL
umpires Hall of Fame); Andrew Gibson (6 times 100 goal
kicker, Div 1 leading goal-kicker name); Des Tuddenham
(Port Colts dual premiership coach, 256 VFL games
Collingwood & Essendon, Big V captain).
Check-out the WRFL website every Friday through
August-September for a compelling journey through the
glory days of football in Melbourne’s west. This week's
episode will feature dual premiership coach and 256 game
VFL player Des "Tuddy" Tuddenham
Click here to view...
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PSAILA DUBBED AFL STATE VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
(11.09)
It's safe to say Mick Psaila
isn't one for individual accolades.
Having dedicated nearly 30 years
of his time to the St.Albans Football Club and Western
Region Football League, the last thing Mick Psaila
expected was to win the AFL State Volunteer of the Year
Award.
READ MORE...
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WERRIBEE DISTRICTS SEEK COACHES FOR 2014
(11.09)
What a successful year we have had overall. With only 9
teams in our juniors, with 7 competitive sides, 5 made
finals and 3 made grand finals. We had 3 premierships
within our junior club Under 11C, Under 13B, Under 15A.
What a great effort by all.
We are seeking applications for coaching from Under 9 -
Under 16’s for 2014. All applicants must have a working
with children’s check and willing to complete a
Level 1 coaching course.
Please contact Junior Club President Kevin
Gilboy on 0411 239 367 for more information.
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END OF YEAR CELEBRATIONS
(11.09)
As the curtain on season 2013
draws to a close this weekend with the Division One
Grand Finals, all WRFL clubs and supporters are
reminded to celebrate the end of the season in a safe
and appropriate manner.
The WRFL urges all clubs to
check out the following link for tips on how to
celebrate the end of season 2013 in a safe and enjoyable
way....
Click here...
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DIVISION TWO TEAM OF THE YEAR (09.09)
Congratulations to all Division
Two Senior players who were selected in this year's
Division Two Team of the Year.
To see the full team list, plus
captains and coaches,
Click here...
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DIVISION TWO GRAND FINAL RECAP (09.09)
Yesterday saw the epic
conclusion to the Division Two competition, in three
fantastic Grand Finals between Glen Orden v Newport
Power (U18s), Parkside v Manor Lakes (Reserves) and Glen
Orden v Parkside (Seniors).
Congratulations to all grand
final teams for your fantastic efforts in getting to the
last day in September, you all fought valiantly to the
very last seconds of each match, and should be proud of
your achievements.
For a recap of each Division Two
Grand Final yesterday, along with all the results, best
players and goal kickers,
please click here...
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WYN FM MATCH OF THE ROUND THIS WEEK (05.09)
This weekend there will be two
WYN FM Match of the Round broadcasts. The first call
will be the Division One Preliminary Final between
Deer Park v Sunshine at Avalon Airport Oval, this Saturday at 2:15pm.
The second broadcast will
take place on Sunday September 8th , where the WYN FM
team will call the Division Two Senior Grand Final
between Glen Orden and Parkside.
Remember if you're at the game,
tune in to 90.1 WYN FM for an un-buffered live broadcast
of the game, and if you can't make it down to the match,
tune into 88.9 WYN FM for all the latest results and
news from around the grounds that day.
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MANOR LAKES SEEK JUNIOR COACHES FOR 2014
(06.09)
After a successful first year in
the WRFL Manor Lakes Football Club are seeking coaches
for 2014.
For more details, click here
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WERRIBEE CENTRALS SEEK JUNIOR COACHES FOR 2014
(05.09)
The Werribee Centrals Football Club
is seeking junior coaches for all age groups ranging
from Under 9s-16s for season 2014.
All applicants must have a current
Working with Children's Check and be at least Level 1
accredited or be willing to complete the appropriate
coaching course's which is funded by the club.
Applications close Friday 4th
October.
For more details, click here
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THE TARNEIT TITANS ARE BORN
(03.09)
At the inaugural general meeting
held at the Wootten Road Reserve in Tarneit on September
2nd the first committee of the Tarneit Titans Football
Club was officially elected. This follows a number of
meetings coordinated by Wyndham Council, AFL Victoria
and the WRFL to gauge community interest in a new club
to play at the recently opened Wootten Road Reserve.
Led by President Jay Hazelman
the club is hopeful of entering both junior and senior
teams in the WRFL in 2014, however the makeup of these
teams will be dependent on interest and demand from
local residents and the wider football community.
The WRFL's newest football club is now seeking
players and community support as it prepares for its
inaugural season. If you're interested
in becoming involved with the Tarneit Titans, as a
player (of any age), coach, volunteer or sponsor please
click
here.
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POINT COOK SEEKS COACHES FOR 2014
(03.09)
The Point Cook Football Club are seeking Junior
coaches for age groups from Under 9's to 18's for season
2014. Applications close on Friday, 27th September 2013.
For more information click
here.
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WYN FM MATCH OF THE ROUND THIS WEEK (29.08)
The Match of the Round this week
will be the Division 1 Second Semi Final between
Deer Park v Spotswood at Avalon Airport Oval, this Saturday at 2:15pm.
Remember if you're at the game,
tune in to 90.1 WYN FM for an un-buffered live broadcast
of the game, and if you can't make it down to the match,
tune into 88.9 WYN FM for all the latest results and
news from around the grounds that day.
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WILLIAMSTOWN JUNIORS CELEBRATE 50 YEARS
(26.08)
The Williamstown Junior Football Club will celebrate
their 50th Anniversary this year with a special Gala
Ball held on September 14th.
Held at The Substation on Market St Newport, the
night will kick off at 7:30pm with raffle prizes,
special guests and one of Melbourne's premier party
bands to entertain everyone!
This promises to be a huge night, and tickets are
limited.
Click here for more details...
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WRFL CLUBS SEEK COACHES FOR 2014
(26.08)
With the season now done and dusted for many clubs
this year, numerous WRFL clubs are looking for fresh
faces ready to fill in coaching positions for season
2014.
The Yarraville Seddon Football Club is seeking
applicants for a Seniors Coach (playing or non playing),
Reserves Coach (playing or non playing) and an Under 18s
Coach.
For more information, please click here...
The Caroline Springs Football Club is on the hunt
for a Seniors Coach (playing or non playing), who has
the ability to lead by example, have good communication
skills, the ability to work within a team and a desire
to be successful.
Click here for more details...
The VU St.Albans Spurs are calling on coaches for season 2014 to coach their Youth
Girls team. Applications close on Friday October 14th so
be quick to apply!
Click here for more information...
The Hoppers Crossing Football
Club is also looking for aspiring coaches to fill
in positions across various senior and junior age groups
to come on board for season 2014. For further enquiries,
please contact President Shane Buckingham on 0409 468
283 or
click here for more details...
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PORT MELBOURNE COLTS SEEK COACHES FOR 2014
(23.08)
The Port Melbourne Colts Football Club is affiliated
with the Western Region Football League (WRFL) at
Division 1 level and has an outstanding opportunity for
a suitably qualified applicant for the following
positions:
-SENIOR
COACH
-RESERVES COACH
To be successful in this role you will need to
demonstrate:
-
Minimum of 3 years Coaching experience (Division
1 or Higher)
-
Playing or Non Playing
-
Excellent communication skills
-
An ability to teach and develop a large list of
players
-
Strong Organizational Skills
-
An eye for identifying young and emerging talent
and provide advice, support and encouragement to
assist with their future development.
If you believe you have the above experience and skill
set we would welcome your application
Please email all applications to
portmelbournecolts@hotmail.com
Applications Close Friday 6th September
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EJ WHITTEN GRAND FINAL LUNCHEON
(19.08)
The
WRFL's
community partner, The EJ Whitten Foundation is proud to
announce it's traditional Grand Final Luncheon is back
for 2013!
Held on September 27 at the Docklands Atlantic
Peninsula Room, the day will feature AFL celebrities and
he best entertainment and hospitality...a day not to be
missed!
For more information, click here....
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BRAYBROOK'S KICK FOR A CURE
(16.08)
The Braybrook Sporting Club is
hosting "BROOKERS
KICK FOR A CURE TO END WOMEN’S CANCERS”
When:
Sunday 25th August
Time:
12.30pm onwards
Where:
Pennell Reserve (Cnr Cramwell and Burke Streets,
Braybrook)
See some of the past and present Braybrook coaches
and players strap on the boots and come together to
tough it out for four quarters of grass roots footy for
a cure. The day will also be filled with lots of kids
entertainment, face painting, jumping castle and games,
sausage sizzle, raffles, goal kicking competition and
much more!
For those who are interested in donating or
participating in the great day contact Suellen Isherwood
on 0402 703 383.
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BEST WISHES BAILEY
(12.08)
The
Hoppers Crossing Football Club and the wider WRFL
community wishes Bailey Stavrou a speedy recovery after
the U14 player contracted a serious infection last week.
Bailey plays with the undefeated Hoppers Crossing 14A
team which, after a resounding victory yesterday, will
play in the Grand Final on August 25th.
Bailey is
currently in hospital and is fighting hard to overcome
this setback. After playing all year he's looking
forward to being fit and healthy again and hopes his
team can complete their 'perfect' season in two weeks
time. His team mates, coaches and supporters would love
to have him back playing as soon as possible and wish
him the best as he recovers.
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A GLEN ORDEN FAVOURITE SET TO HANG UP THE BOOTS
(09.08)
Congratulations to Glen Orden Reserves player, Murray
Hardy who is set to retire after his Round 18 clash
against North Sunshine this weekend. Hardy is a three-time
premiership player (2003, 2004 and 2006) and was captain
of the 2006 Premiership team. The 38-year-old also
played his 200th game for the Hawks in Round 14 against
Parkside this year, and we wish him all the best for the
future.
Congratulations also goes to Glen Orden Reserve's
Captain Lyle Moore who will also hang up the boots with
Hardy after Saturday's game. Good Luck on the weekend
and best wishes for the future!
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WHO'S YOUR WINGMAN?
(01.08)
Just a reminder to all clubs that the 2013 Wingman
Off-field Champion Nomination Form is due back to your
League Secretary by August 15, 2013.
The Wingman Off-Field Champion
Awards Program recognises football players aged 18-25
who demonstrate leadership behaviour off the field which
sets an example for their peers. The program is
sponsored by the Victorian Government’s Wingman campaign
which encourages young adults to look out for themselves
and their mates on and off the field.
If you wish to nominate someone from your club,
please click here... or collect a nomination form
from the WRFL Office.
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WELL DONE CODEY ON REACHING 150
(01.08)
The WRFL would like to congratulate Codey Guy on
reaching his 150th milestone earlier this season.
Originally playing for West Footscray Football Club in
his junior days, Codey is now playing for Hoppers
Crossing's Division Two Under 18s team.
If you know of a player or coach from your club who
has reached a milestone achievement, let us know about
it! Please email our Media and Communications manager
Kirstie Fitzgerald on k.fitzgerald@wrfl.asn.au
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2013 COACH OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS OPEN
(31.07)
Nominations for this year's COACH OF THE YEAR Award
is now open!
The award recognizes the significant contribution
coaches have to the conduct and development of
Australian football in Victoria.
Coaches of all age brackets ranging from Auskick,
Junior, Youth and Senior Levels can be nominated....but
be quick as nominations close on MONDAY 12TH AUGUST.
Winners of the 2013 "Coach of the Year" Awards will
be announced at the AFCA Western Region Annual Dinner to
be held on Thursday 19th
September at The Brook on Sneydes, Point Cook.
For a nomination form and more details, click here...
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BRAYBROOK 70s REUNION A HIT
(30.07)
More than 120 past players, officials and supporters
gathered at Pennell Reserve last Sunday to celebrate
Braybrook’s successful era during the 1970s.
Winning a total of 15 junior and senior premierships
during the 70s, the day saw the unveiling of the Senior,
Reserve and the Under 18s Teams of the Decade as well as
including the Umpire of the Decade which was awarded by
Bob Madigan.
Click
here to view a some photos from the day and the Team of
the Decade list...
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400 GAMES FOR AN ALBION GREAT
(26.07)
The Western Region Football League would like to
congratulate Albion player Aaron Tymms on
reaching his 400th game milestone this weekend.
Having played with the club for
many years, Aaron has surpassed his legendary father
Alan Tymms' 296 game career with the Cats. Best of luck!
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PARKSIDE RALLY TO HELP OUT TUTUNGI
(25.07)
Having heard
of Casey Tutungi’s horrific football accident which left
him a
quadriplegic last month,
the Parkside Football Club has decided to band together
in conjunction with the rest of the greater football
community to raise funds for Tutungi and his family.
Click here to read the full story...
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FAREWELL OLD WESTBOURNE
(23.07)
This weekend will mark the last time the Old
Westbourne Junior Football Club will play at their home
ground at Westbourne Grammar School when their Under 12s
take on Werribee Districts this Sunday July 28 at
10:20am.
Click here to see some images from Old Westbourne’s
farewell banner last week.
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IT'S 300 GAMES FOR A WARRIOR FAVOURITE
(19.07)
The Western Region Football League would like to
congratulate Hoppers Crossing player Matthew Young on
reaching his 300th game milestone this weekend.
Described as one of the nicest blokes going around,
'Youngy' has been with the Hoppers Crossing Football
Club since his junior days and continues to play in the
club's Reserve and Senior side today. Best of Luck!
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SUNSHINE COACH BRETT JACOBS ON SEN 1116
(19.07)
Having won ten games this season, including knocking
off the top side two weeks ago, it seems the Sunshine
Kangaroos are in great shape coming into the finals
series.
Senior Coach Brett Jacobs caught up with the boys
from SEN 1116 last night to discuss how the team
is travelling this season and what we can expect from
the Roos come finals.
Click here to listen to the full interview...
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MICHAEL WINSLOW COMING TO TOWN!
(19.07)
Known as the man with 10,000 sound effects, Police
Academy's Michael Winslow will be performing at the
Yarraville Club for one night only on Friday August 9.
Reserved tickets are $55 with General Admission
seating $45. Book early as tickets are selling fast!
Please click here for more details...
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THE JOHN ELLIS SNR MEMORIAL CUP
(18.07)
This weekend in the Division Two competition, the
Albanvale and Caroline Springs Football Clubs will
honour a man who had a big impact on their football
community, as they play for the John Ellis Senior
Memorial at Robert Bruce Reserve.
Click here to read the full story...
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ANNUAL U9 and U10 Round Robin
(18.07)
The league's U9 and U10 teams will again come
together on the last round of junior football (Sunday
28th July) to play a round robin competition to
celebrate the end of the 2013 season.
Four venues will be used - Whitten Oval, Flemington
Juniors, PEGS Juniors and North Footscray. To find out
where all clubs are playing Please click
here for information and the round robin fixture.
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MATCH OF THE ROUND THIS WEEK (17.07)
The Match of the Round this week
will be Division 2, Sunshine Heights v Glenorden at
Ainsworth Reserve this Saturday at 2:15pm.
Remember if you're at the game,
tune in to 90.1 WYN FM for an un-buffered live broadcast
of the game, and if you can't make it down to the match,
tune into 88.9 WYN FM for all the latest results and
news from around the grounds that day.
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FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL (16.07)
This weekend, the
Division Two match between Manor Lakes and Braybrook
will be scheduled to play this Friday night at Howqua
Road Reserve.
The Reserves will kick off at
5:30pm, with the Seniors to follow at 7:30pm.
So show your support for your team and get on down
to the game and enjoy a great night of
football under lights!
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RAFFLE WINNERS ENJOY A BIG V WIN (12.07)
The WRFL and our
community partner, the EJ Whitten Foundation would like
to thank everyone who entered our Ultimate Football
Prize Competition, your support has been much
appreciated.
Major prize winner
Bernie Skerget from the Flemington
Juniors FC and nine of his friends
enjoyed the perks of winning a corporate box at the 2013
Ray White EJ Whitten Legends game.
To read more about the
other lucky winners' experiences please
click here...
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NORTH FOOTSCRAY SEEKS SENIOR COACH (10.07)
The North Footscray Football Club is seeking a
senior coach or playing coach for the season of 2014.
Interviews starting immediately, a great opportunity
for someone to get a jump start on other clubs. North
Footscray is in no hurry to make this decision but if
the right candidate was to come along, North Footscray
would be happy for them to get involved in the second
half of this season leading in to next year.
Please contact Ashleigh Lewis on 0420673034 to
express interest or apply for the Job.
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SANCTUARY LAKES SEEKS VOLUNTEERS (10.07)
The Sanctuary Lakes Football
Club is looking for multiple volunteers to help out at
the club in season 2014. They are particularly
interested in looking for people to fill the roles
below:
·
Woman's or youth girls team
·
Under 18s boys team
·
Over 35s team
·
All junior sides
·
Senior players
If you are interested in helping
out the club in any of these fields, please email Rod
Davis at
rdsantuarylakesfc@gmail.com
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LOCAL LEGEND TO PULL ON BIG V
(10.07)
Caroline Springs FC Senior Captain, David Cavanagh,
will strap on the boots and pull on the Big V jumper in
this year's Ray White EJ Whitten Legends Game
TONIGHT 10th of July.
Tune into Channel Nine tonight from 8pm to check out
how Cavanagh will go up against some of the AFL greats.
For the full story, click here...
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VU ST.ALBANS SPURS SEEKS COACHES
(10.07)
The VU St.Albans Spurs Women's team is on the hunt
for coaching staff for season 2014.
The team is looking for a non-playing Reserves coach
as well as a Senior assistant coach to help support the
Premier Division Women's Teams throughout the home and
away season.
Applications close Friday September 6, 2013.
For more details on the Reserves coaching position click
here...
For more details on the Seniors assistant coaching
position click here...
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10th ANNIVERSARY OF THE WILLIAM COOPER CUP (04.07)
This year, the Braybrook
Sporting Club gets into the community spirit when they
host the William Cooper Cup NAIDOC Family Day Match on
Sunday July 7 at Pennell Reserve.
In it's 10th year, the special
Family Day Match will kick off at 12noon when the
Indigenous Team v Victoria Police.
A favourite occasion on
everyone's calendar, there are heaps of activities for
the whole family to enjoy including face painting, kid
races, Sheriff's bus, balloon artist and BBQ.
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DEER PARK SWAP JUMPERS FOR NAIDOC WEEK (04.07)
This Saturday July 6, the Deer
Park Football Club is celebrating National Aborigines
and Islander Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC) Week with
a special indigenous inspired jumper.
The one-off red, black and
yellow jumper will be worn by the club's senior side in
their match against Sunshine at John McLeod Oval to
acknowledge the indigenous culture within the community.
Get on down to see the new
jumpers in action at 1:45pm. For more information,
please visit the club's website
www.deerparkfc.com.au
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F&Y SOCIALS FOOTBALL CLUB REUNION
(03.07)
The
Footscray & Yarraville Socials Football Club is
holding a special reunion lunch on Friday July 26 at
Whitten Oval's Pound Cafe.
A
strong and powerful club during the late 50’s 60’s
and 70’s, the club urges all past players,
officials and supporters to come and attend.
For more information, please click here...
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OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST VISITS HOPPERS CROSSING
(01.07)
Australian Olympic gold medalist, Russell Mark was
the guest of honour at the Hoppers Crossing Football
Club's President's Luncheon over the weekend.
Known as one of the world's best trap shooters, Mark
enthralled guests with stories from his career spanning
more than a decade, and discussed his plans for the
future.
Click here to read more...
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TWILIGHT MATCH AT DEMPSTER PARK
(28.06)
Please note that there has been a slight time change
in the WRFL fixture for this weekend's Division Two
match between North Sunshine and Albanvale.
The Reserves game will kick off at 3pm (not 12noon)
and the Seniors will commence at 5:15pm (not 2:15pm).
So show your support for your team and get on down
to Dempster Park and enjoy a great night of
football under lights!
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CELEBRATING WOMEN IN THE WRFL
(28.06)
In celebration of the AFL's Women's Round, the WRFL
acknowledges and thanks all of the women within our
football community who help out in all aspects our our
great game.
To see a special interview with some of the women
who dedicate their time and effort throughout the
league,
please click here...
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2013 INTERLEAGUE WRAPS UP
(27.06)
The 2013 Junior Interleague program concluded on
Wednesday 26th June with the U13 squad going down to the
EDFL at North Sunshine.
Thanks to all players, coaches, support staff,
parents and WRFL clubs for your efforts and assistance
over the past couple of months.
For a full list of results, including best players
and goal kickers for all matches,
click here.
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WOMEN MAKE THEIR MARK AT THE HOME OF FOOTY
(27.06)
History will be made this
Saturday night, when the first ever AFL's women's match
between the Melbourne Football Club and the Western
Bulldogs Football Club will be played at the MCG.
Among
the top 50 women selected to play in the game, are two
players from the WRFL’s St.Albans Football Club's women
and youth girls teams.
FOR THE
FULL STORY CLICK HERE...
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WRFL MOURNS THE LOSS OF A LIFE MEMBER
(27.06)
The Western Region Football
League staff, board and clubs today mourn the loss of
one our Life Members, Malcolm McBean, who sadly passed
away last night.
Malcolm was inducted as a WRFL
Life Member in 1969 through Kingsville FC and was also
a Life Member of the St.Albans & Kingsville/Yarraville
Seddon Football Clubs.
Our thoughts go out to his
family and friends, in particularly his daughter Paula
and Son Terry.
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NEW SHORTEN RESERVE PAVILION NOW OPEN
(26.06)
Locals can now enjoy the new
facilities at the West Footscray Football Club and
Druids Cricket Club, with the Shorten Reserve Pavilion
officially declared open for business last Friday night.
Read more...
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WOMEN SHOWING MEN THEY HAVE WHAT IT TAKES
(25.06)
This week the WRFL joins the
rest of the greater football community in celebrating
Women's Round over this weekend June 29-30.
To celebrate female football,
WRFL Assistant Reporter Shannon Brien went down to the
Altona Football Club to check out their Senior women's
football team.
Click here to read more...
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CAROLINE SPRINGS FUNDRAISER (19.06)
The
Caroline Springs Football Club is raising awareness for
cervical cancer over the next two weeks when they take
on West Footscray in Round'10 and Wyndhamvale in Round
11.
All Caroline Springs Senior and
Reserve players will be wearing an aqua coloured arm
band in Round 11 to help raise awareness and
support club member, Amanda Johnson who is fighting
Cervical Cancer.
All money raised from the meat
raffle held at the home game in Round 11 will be donated
and the club encourages everyone to dig deep and
purchase raffle tickets.
The club will also be having a
silent auction throughout next week and the Lakers
again encourage all to come down and donate where
possible and help fight cancer.
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WERRIBEE CENTRALS TURN 10
(14.06)
The Werribee Centrals Junior
Football Club is celebrating their 10th Anniversary in
the WRFL this season, with a celebration dinner on
Tuesday July 16.
Held at Hotel 520 Sayers Rd
Tarneit, the night will see the return of past players
and special guest and include a three-course meal,
balloon and caricature artists, gift and much more!
The club is asking all past
player, members and supporters to get along and share in
this auspicious occasion.
For more details, please
call Nicole Cachia on 0411 103 149 or
click here...
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GLENORDEN UNITE TO FIGHT CANCER
(13.06)
Cancer. A word that pulls at the
heartstrings of many Australians as it can, and does,
affect many people of all ages.
With one in three men, and one
in four women directly affected by cancer by the age of
75, the Glenorden Football Club has decided to swap
their traditional brown and yellow stripes for a
daffodil inspired white and yellow jumper, in support of
the Cancer Council's Call to Arms campaign.
For the full story and details
on how you can help contribute to the cause,
click here...
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DEER PARK LACES UP AGAINST STREET VIOLENCE
(12.06)
The Deer Park Football Club will
wear orange laces in their football boots this weekend
in support of the Step Back THINK! campaign, which aims
to raise awareness of the dangers street violence can
have on an individual and the community.
For DPFC Under 11's coach, Frank
Politi, the Step Back THINK! campaign will be extra
special for him and his family, after loosing his
22-year-old nephew to street violence last year.
To read the full story,
click here...
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WRFL-WESTERN BULLDOGS JUNIOR HEARTLAND AWARD
(07.06)
The WRFL-Western Bulldogs
Heartland Award is a new initiative developed to promote
and encourage good sportsmanship for WRFL junior players
from the Under 9s, through to the Under 14s inclusive,
as well as the Under 13 Youth Girls.
The award is an effective way to
teach our young players an important life skills in that
while it's always good to win, the old adage "It's not
whether you win or lose, it's how you play the game that
counts," is an important element in our junior players
development.
For a special player interview
with one of last week's winners, please
click here...
To see all of our other Junior
Heartland Award winners from previous weeks,
please click here...
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COMMUNITY RADIO IN LOCAL FOOTY (07.06)
In it's 10th year calling WRFL
games this season, local radio station 88.9 WYN FM has
giving many listeners the chance to been involved in
local footy, with the introduction of an
un-buffered live broadcast of games on 90.1 WYN FM this
year.
Check out WYN-FM President Amber
Templeton on Channel 31's Local Footy Show this Saturday
morning at 9am where the team looks at the role played
by community radio in local football.
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SCOTT WEST INDUCTED INTO THE HALL OF FAME (06.06)
Former Western Bulldogs great
and current Werribee Tigers Senior coach, Scott West has
been inducted into the AFL Hall of Fame on Tuesday
night.
Despite never winning a flag,
West won seven club Best and Fairest awards, five All
Australian selections and runner up in the 2000
Brownlow.
For the rest of the story, please
click here...
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THE WHITTEN PROJECT DEVELOPING YOUNG LEADERS (31.05)
The Western Bulldogs are kicking
goals on and off the field, with the launch of an
inaugural youth leadership program-The Whitten Project.
Targeted at 15-16 year olds who
live in Melbourne's west, the initiative aims at
identifying and growing emerging young leaders in the
community.
For the rest of the story please
click here...
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BRAYBROOK MAKE IT FOUR ON THE TROT (27.05)
Having been unable to string
together four wins in a row since 2005, Braybrook have
finally broken their eight year drought after defeating
Caroline Springs by 26-points on the weekend.
To read the full story, please
click here...
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WHAT A MILESTONE! (23.05)
When our children first start
playing football at a young age, we see every game as an
achievement. Before you know it, they reach that
all important 50-games and then their 100th, then 150th
and if they're dedicated enough, they may even play
their 200th.
But for someone to play more
than 500 games for a club, is an achievement like no
other.
Long time Viking's player
Kevin McDonald reached an incredible career total of 500
games last week against Hoppers Crossing. This
Saturday the club will celebrate his achievement at
Grant Reserve when they come up against St.Albans.
We caught up with Kevin to
discuss his thoughts on reaching such a great milestone
and his plans for the future.
Click here for the full
article...
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WRFL GIRLS HELP SECURE YOUTH GIRLS CHAMPIONSHIP (17.05)
Five young female football stars
from the WRFL have helped the Victorian Metro
representative squad secure the 2013 AFL Under 18
National Youth Girls Championship in Shepparton last
week.
For the full article,
click here...
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MARC BULLEN INTERVIEW
(10.05)
Tune in and listen to an
interview with Deer Park's Senior Coach Marc Bullen, on
"Bush and the Burbs" with Mark Fine and Paul Daffy.
Click here to hear the full interview...
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WRFL COMMUNITY MOURN THE LOSS OF CLUB GREATS
(06.05)
The WRFL community would like to pass on their
condolences to the North Sunshine Football Club for the
passing of club Treasurer, Kerryn Jess.
Our thoughts are with her family during this tough
time, especially for her daughter Anne-Maree, son-in-law
Daniel, son Ross, daughter-in-law Kate and her two
grandchildren Samuel and Ethan.
We would also like to extend our thoughts to the
Albion Football Club, for the death of club foundation
President Ern Davis.
Ern joined Albion in 1961 after many years at
Sunshine FC and was the first Life Member and President
when the club won their first A-Grade Premiership in
1965.
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LOVETT TO JOIN WRFL
(03.05)
Former Essendon and St.Kilda star, Andrew Lovett,
has signed up with the Deer Park Football Club for
season 2013.
Signing up with the club on Wednesday night, he is
set to make his debut next week in Division 1 against
Albion.
For a full report by Leader newspaper sports reporter, Luke
D'Anello,
please click here...
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UMPIRING IS EVERYONE'S BUSINESS
(02.05)
This weekend, the WRFL will celebrate Umpire's
Appreciation Round.
In 2013, the 'Umpiring is Everyone's Business'
campaign will see community football leagues promote the
role of umpiring and recognise the fantastic work they
do week in week out for our great game.
So this Saturday and Sunday, please show your
support for all the men and women in white and thank
them for their contribution to our game, for without
them, our game wouldn't be the same.
For an interview with WRFL senior umpire, Stefan
Bjelosevic, on being accepted into AFL Victoria's Mates
Program as heard on new WYN FM program, Behind the
Whistle,
click here...
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ANZAC DAY SERVICE
(01.05)
In their fourth annual Anzac Day clash at Pennell
Reserve last Thursday, Division Two's Braybrook
took on competition newcomers Manor Lakes.
In the true spirit of the day, it was a hard fought
battle from all players, with Manor Lakes running out
comfortable winners with a final score 34.11.215 to
Braybrook 11.12.78
For a full match review of the Seniors game, by WRFL
Assistant reporter Lavan Ruban,
click here...
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PAST LEGENDS OF THE GAME RELIVE GLORY DAYS (01.05)
A number of past Deer Park and
Albanvale players strapped on the boots one more time to
relive their glory days in last Friday night's Legends
Match at
Robert Bruce Reserve.
Whilst the Lions won
convincingly over their Cobra counterparts, a great
night was had by all.
For match highlights,
please
click here...
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MULLIGAN BECOMES A WARRIOR (24.04)
Former Gold Coast boy and
Ex-Western Bulldogs player, James Mulligan has chosen to
stay in Victoria, to play in the WRFL as a Warrior for
Hoppers Crossing this year.
Joining fellow ex-Bulldog team
mate, Brodie Moles, the pair have regained their passion
for the game and are enjoying their time in the navy and
white.
Listen to Mulligan's full
interview when he talks with WRFL Assistant Reporter,
Anthony Laughton
here...
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CONGRATULATIONS ON MAKING 100 (24.04)
Congratulations to Braeden
Perkins from the Port Melbourne Colts Football Club for
reaching 100 games last week!
The Colts will be heading down
to Pekish Restaurant at the Yarraville Club after
their clash against the Yarraville Seddon Eagles this
weekend and all supporters are welcome!
If someone at your club has
reached a milestone game, we want to hear about it!
Email our Media and
Communications Officer, Kirstie Fitzgerald at
k.fitzgerald@wrfl.asn.au
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EX-DOG MAKES A GREAT NEW WARRIOR (23.04)
27 -year-old, ex-Western
Bulldogs player, Brodie Moles, takes time out of his
busy schedule to talk to our resident WRFL Assistant
Reporter, Anthony Laughton, about his time at the
Kennel, and how is like now as a Warrior.
Stay tuned for fellow
Ex-Bulldogs player and new Warrior, James Mulligan's
interview coming up later in the week...
Listen to the full Brodie Moles
interview
here...
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FORMER FALCON MAKES AFL DEBUT (19.04)
Growing up playing his junior
football with the Wyndhamvale Falcons, 22-year old,
Majak Daw will be the first African born man to play
AFL, when he pulls on the blue and white for North
Melbourne this weekend.
Currently playing for VFL
affiliate team, the Werribee Tigers, head coach Scott
West joined WRFL Assistant Reporter, Anthony Laughton,
to talk about Daw's development into the AFL, and his
thoughts on his big debut match against the Brisbane
Lions.
Listen to the full interview
here...
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JAYDEN POST REJOINS ALTONA VIKINGS
(08.03)
WRFL Assistant Reporter, Anthony Laughton takes time
out to chat to ex-Richmond player Jayden Post
about his return to the Altona Vikings, his time at the
Tigers and his expectations for the year ahead.
To listen to the full interview, please
click here
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FOOTY IS BACK IN THE WEST IN 2013!
(03.03)
Tune in to 88.9 WYN FM for the 2013 Alan Mance
Motors WRFL Footy Show on Friday Nights between 5pm-6pm.
Join host Kevin Hillier and Steve Thom preview all the
big games for the upcoming round, with special guest
interviews with coaches and players from across the
league.
For all the best players, scores and latest news,
tune in to 88.9 WYN FM for the around the grounds wrap
up every Saturday night between 5pm-6pm for the
Bridgestone Match of the Day Show with
main caller Adam Lux, special comments by Steve Thom,
Stats King Andrew Muscat, on the boundary with Kevin
Hillier and news from around the grounds
with Cade Lucas.
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BUDDING SPORTS JOURNALISTS WANTED!
(19.03)
Are you a media or journalism student? Have a passion for local
football? Want to build up your portfolio of work? Well
we want to hear from YOU!
Read more...
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WRFL APPOINT NEW MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
(15.03)
The Western Region Football League welcomes Kirstie Fitzgerald as its
new Media & Communications Officer
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SUNSHINE HEIGHTS 'FOOTY'S FUN FOR EVERYONE'
PROGRAM
(13.02)
Sunshine Heights Football Club is introducing a new
junior program called 'Footy's Fun for Everyone'. This
program offers boys and girls in the area the
opportunity to participate in an organised football
competition at a very low cost (and free in some
instances).
We are currently looking for boys and girls are
aged from 7-11 to come down and join in training. If
you're interested please contact Renato on 0419 150 1542
or Michael on 0421 257 256.
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WRFL LEGEND ALAN CLOUGH AWARDED OAM
(06.02)
WRFL life member Alan Clough was honoured with the
award of the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in
the recent Australia Day awards. The award recognises
Alan's services to Australian Rules football, lawn bowls
and the community.
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MANOR LAKES WELCOMES 'SHAGGY' BOL
(07.02)
Manor Lakes Football Club continues
to build its presence in Wyndham City and its links with
the Sudanese community with the appointment of Majok
'Shaggy' Bol as their Wellbeing Officer for 2013.
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ALTONA CLAIM FIRST-EVER DIVISION ONE PREMIERSHIP
(15.09)
Altona Football Club has won the club's first
Division One Premiership with a remarkable one-point win
over Spotswood, 14.7.91 to 12.18.90. In a see-sawing
battle that saw numerous lead changes, Spotswood's late
charge fell short despite five goals from Jason Cloke.
The win is Altona's first Division One premiership since
the club's inception in 1933, overcoming Spotswood, the
most successful side in the history of the Division One
competition.
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FIRST PREMIERSHIP FOR MERGED YARRAVILLE SEDDON
(12.09)
The Yarraville Seddon Eagles have won a historic
first premiership in the club's merged history, coming
from behind to defeat Parkside by 28 points. Trailing by
12 at the first change, and 14 and half-time, the Eagles
kicked nine goals to two in the final half to claim the
Division Two flag. The win capped off a brilliant day
for the Eagles, with the Under-18's winning through to
the Grand Final, and the Reserves claiming the flag over
Wyndhamvale.
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