Simon Wilson who is in charge of participation for ACT/NSW for the AFL sent a message to all the clubs. The following is a brief extract from his letter.
Before I highlight some key events and announcements can I take this opportunity to say thank you to each and every one who receives this note. The AFL is looking to engage more females in all facets of the industry and in recent times this has been highlighted as a priority. Through my brief involvement with Female Football which is now part of my work portfolio, I have become very aware that an enormous amount of good work has been already undertaken across NSW/ACT.
There are many current and past passionate players and administrators that have walked a lonely trail in pioneering football in our state and territory. There are many challenges that lie ahead but collectively with the passion and enthusiasm shown by many before us I am sure we can really look to make playing AFL a viable option for all women and girls around the state and territory. Again, thank you for being a part of this.
I assure you that I will support all endeavors where possible to continue the great foundations that are already in place. It promises to be an exciting year for all involved in female football. I have listed some further information below:
NSW/ACT Female Manager Announced
To highlight that the AFL is committed to growing all aspects of female football I am delighted to announce Libby Saddler as the inaugural Female/Recreational Football Manager for NSW/ACT. While currently a dual role I know that Libby will do a wonderful job developing participation across NSW and the ACT. Libby will commence her role on March 7.
3 Female Football National Carnivals in 2011
(1) This year there will see teams representing the ACT and NSW at the Women’s National carnival in Adelaide from June 7-11.
(2) Additionally an under-18’s carnival will be held in September in Queensland where a combined NSW/ACT will be take part.
(3) There is also an opportunity for players to represent their state at the School Sport Australia carnival in the ACT. This will be a National event at U/16 level. The ACT team is committed and we are currently working on the possibility of NSW being involved.
These elite carnivals present a wonderful opportunity to be involved at the highest level of female football. I look forward to assembling the best teams and support crews to represent at these events.
Women’s State Coaches announced
Tracey Kick has recently been announced as the NSW state coach. Adrian Pavese will coach the ACT state team. Tracey and Adrian are highly credentialed coaches in their own right and will do a wonderful job to pull together the best players to enjoy this experience. They are already assembling a support team to work with them and are both excited about their appointments and prospects at all upcoming events.
Nominations for State Under 18’s Coaching Positions
We are calling for nominations to coach the NSW/ACT State U/18 team. Interested coaches must be accredited and can send an email to simon.wilson@aflnswact.com.au with some brief details of their coaching history and provide up to date contact details.
Nominations for Women’s state teams now open
The NSW TPP squad which will now begin to take the form of the NSW state side will have their next session on March 13 at Lakeside Oval. This is the Sydney Swans training venue. More details will follow shortly from Lisa and Tracey with specific content. More details re a training schedule and selection will be provided at that training session.
AFL Women’s Sevens tournament
The AFL in conjunction with the SWAFL is conducting an AFL women’s and youth girl’s tournament on March 5 at Sydney Showground. This is the second year of this event and promises to be bigger and better than ever.
The format of the day will allow all teams to play a minimum of three shortened games. The women’s event will now commence at 11am and conclude by 2pm. The under-17’s will then follow and will run from 3pm to 7pm. While registrations are due now we can register teams until a few days before the event. For further details contact Lisa Roper thelise@hotmail.com or Lauren Sandford. lauren.sandford@aflnswact.com.au
This is a part of the Women in Sport festival being conducted at Sydney Olympic Park over the week. It promises to be a great event to showcase females being active in sport and promote further involvement. The AFL hopes to have a strong presence throughout the entire event. The 7’s tournament presents an opportunity to allow new people to try their hand at AFL or get in some early preseason form for teams who want to stake an early claim for a premiership in 2011.
The hard work of many is now starting to really provide strong leverage for all that want to be involved in AFL. There are further female club and team opportunities in 2011 with new entities coming on line. As you can appreciate there is a lot to look forward to in 2011. Can I continue to ask for your support to be involved and promote the greatest game of all? Also I will take this opportunity to wish you all the best of luck for the upcoming season.
Last Modified on 02/03/2011 22:47