The Rams wish to pass on their congratulations to Mark and Janelle Woodford on their wedding which was held last Saturday (Derby Day) at Leura.
Undoubtedly, the highlight of the day was the stunning Janelle who is reported to have outshone Kate & Pippa at another well attended wedding this year, but well in the mix was the wedding cake (See next page)
Penrith Rams passes on their wishes for a great future together. The couple have held off their honeymoon until the finish of the pre-season training session that starts next Tuesday, November 8.
Penrith Rams' Dale Chivas ended his wonderful season on Saturday night by taking out the Michael Walker Best and Fairest Medal for the third time on a gala evening at Penrith Paceway. Chivas won the award in a tight finish from captain Dave Bradley. Both had shared the leagues coveted Sanders Medal in September. The Reserve Grade Geoff Eldering Medal was taken out by Nathan Rowley from Nathan Gatt whilst Jack Ponton took out the Alan Stewart Medal in the Under 18's.
Three Life Memberships were awarded on the night. Recently retired 200 gamers Dave Cummings and Daniel Barnes were honoured along with Rams Founder, Keith Claxton, who travelled from his South Coast home to receive the award. Rob Swarbrick was the winner of the Dianne Guymer Clubperson of the Year. Full wrap on next page.
Penrith Rams stars David Bradley and Dale Chivas capped off a sensational year when they became joint winners of the prestigious Sydney AFL Sanders Medal for the Best & Fairest announced last last at the gala function at Doltone House. Despite missing eight games between them during the season, the judges could not seperate the pair taken on a 3-2-1 vote by umpires during the season.
Earlier in the evening, Jason Bradley was also recognised as the leading Div 4 goalkicker. For David Bradley, it was his second Association medal after he won the Under 18's Hart Medal in 2000. The Penrith captains paid a tribute to the club and their fellow players in their speeches.
Reserve Grade players Mark Jackson and Nathan Rowley polled well in the Armstrong Medal whilst Jack Ponton was Penrith's best in the 18's Hart Medal.
Last few days to get tickets. Payment must be made by next Tuesday - Sept 11
Tickets for Penrith Rams 30th Presentation Night are now available. The evening will be held at Penrith Paceway Function Centre (Near Mulgoa Rd, not last years location).
The event will celebrate another outstanding season by the Rams. A three couse meal along with the various awards for all grades which starts at 7:00 PM.
Tickets must be purchased prior to the night and no tickets will be available at the dooor due to catering puposes. Details on next page.
Can't make the game tomorrow? Digital Sports will be streaming all Grand Finals tomorrow. Div 4 from 1:10 PM and Div 2 at 3:30 PM. Full commentary by the team including former Ram, Murray Conallin. Copies of the match on DVD are also available for purchase. Tune in to www.digitalsports.com.au for the matches. Better stiil, get out to Blacktown International Sportspark and actually smell the leather.
Whilst Penrith Rams Grand Final combatants fought out for their rights to play in next Saturday's Grand Final, Penrith players relaxed in a few different ways on Saturday. With some players heading to the Swans match, others checking out the games at Henson Park and most preparing the breakfast for Fathers Day, the Under 18's went into battle in the end of season Ultimate Squirmish. Story to follow with some action shots.
Penrith Rams invite all players, families, friends and supporters to attend the Grand Final Breakfast to be held at the Red Cow Inn on Saturday Sept 10. Rhe breakfast begins upstairs at 8:00 AM until about 10:30 PM when crowd moves to Blacktown to start the epic day. All players including 18's are complimentary whilst family/friends/supporters will be charged $15, payable at the door. Please indicate your attendance for catering purposes. Details on next page.
Penrith Rams clinched second spot in the 2011 Club Championship, finishing sandwiched between NEAFL Clubs, East Coast Eagles and Sydney Uni with Sydney Swans infused side, Balmain finished equal third.
An amazing result for the club with 21 clubs competing in the Sydney AFL competition.
Congratulations. Full tally on next page courtesy of www.sydneyafl.com.au
Due to a clash of times with the Penrith Swans fixtures this Saturday, the match against East Coast has been moved from 10:00 AM to 2 PM at Greygums Oval. Get down to the ground early and support the Swans 16's when they play Hawkesbury in the midday game. Other matches are as scheduled with Div 4 playing Uni NSW at Village Green (12:00 PM) and Div 2 up aganst Camden at Harrington Park at 2:10 PM.
Penrith AFC advise all members that a Special General Meeting is to be held at Greygums Oval on Thursday evening at 8:05 PM on August 25 2011 to vote on the adoption of a new club constitution. All players and financial members are requested to attend this meeting and cast a vote on the proposed changes which has been finalised by the clubs Board of Directors.
A PDF of the proposed constitution is available on the next page,
The end of season Rams footy trip organisers are now looking for a final payment from all players attending. The proposed weekend will take place from Friday September 23-Sunday September 25 at Newcastle. Accomodation at the Newcastle Travelodge. Planned activities include Newcastle races on Saturday and other exciting things yet to be announced. See Bryce Roney for more details. Flyer on next page.
Penrith are holding their famed Photo Day this coming Saturday for both senior teams at Gregums Oval. Players (whether playing or not) are requested to come along in club gear as well as bringing football gear (2 team photo's to be taken). Reserve Grade taken at 10:45 AM and First Grade at 1:00 PM. Get there early or miss out.
Collingwood supporters are requested not to smile during the photo shoot. Richmond supporters can just hang their heads in shame.
Under 18's will be done at Greygums Oval the following week.
With the Under 18's having the weekend off due to the bye, there is no official training this Thursday (July 21) for the Under 18's. 18's players are very welcome to train with the senior teams this Thursday as the senior teams have a compulsory training session from 6:30 PM till 8 PM.
Penrith Rams forward, Tim Cummins, has been featured in an article on the Sydney AFL website.
Read all about Tim for an insight to the Mt Riverview resident at sydneyafl.com.au
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Larger than life Penrith stalwart, Jason "Jabba" Bradley, made the headines this week with a Penrith Press front page story. The Sydney AFL Div 4 leading goalscorer is looking to his first finals series in his long and distinguished career with the Rams and has been recognised by leading regionalnewspaper, Penrith Press. Read it now. Link on next page
Apologies from Snippets Central for the lack of snippets of late. This situation is in the process of being rectified. Snippets for Rounds 6, 7, 8 & 9 have now been uploaded to the site. Work is furiously happening on completing the snippets for Rounds 4 (deferred), 10 & 11 - hoped to be completed by the weekend. Please take the time to read all the statitistical trivia about your club!
Please be advised that Gipps Rd, venue for the first and reserve grade matches tomorrow, has been closed due to the state of the field. The new venue is henson Park, Marrickville (Illawarrra Rd) The Under 18's game at Bruce Purser will proceed as planned.
Please spread the word.
Due to the volcano eruption in Chile, the earthquake aftershocks in Christchurch, Nathan Wright's birthday and another reason that slips my mind, training tonight at Greygums has been cancelled.
Please watch this space for any futher updates.
The YMCA is open for business for those that want to get some extra fitness.
A huge day ahead on Saturday June 4 with the annual "Past Players" day at Greygums Oval. The action kicks off at 10:00 AM where the 18's play Western Suburbs in the Premier Cup curtain raiser.
Second placed Penrith Reserves take on arch-rivals Nor-West Jets in the Div 4 clash and are looking to consolidate their spot on the ladder, as well as reversing the results of the previous few years against the Jets. The main game sees the two Western Sydney neighbours fight out for the Div 2 prize. With both teams in finals spots at present, there will be no love lost in the 2:10 PM match and the Rams are looking forward to a big crowd to cheer the boys on.
All past players who register their contact details on the day will receive a free pie/sausage sandwich and a beer/softie before they wander to the sidelines and warm up their vocal chords. Remember, we love Nor-West. Love singing the Rams Victory song after the match, that is.
After the match all players past and present, supporters, friends and families are invited to a post-match function upstairs in the reserved area of the Red Cow Inn, Station St, Penrith (Opposite station). The "Cow" is a great supporter of the Rams and one of our major sponsors. A great feed, a few drinks and lots of tales from the past are sure to be a highlight of the day. with some past matches to be played on the Cow's screens.
Previews and Teams selections will be posted on this website on Friday.
Please note that training for all teams has been cancelled due to current ground conditions, overnight rain and projected forecasts.
Training will re-commence on Thursday night unless otherwise advised.
A great opportunity to get down to the YMCA and utilise your free membership, before finishing off with a meal at the Cow.
Apologies from Snippet Headquarters for the recent absence of Snippets on the Rams website. This situation is in the process of being rectified - Snippets for Rounds Three & Round Five now appear on the website, whilst Rounds Six to Eight inclusive are currently in the process of being Snippeted and should appear on the site this week.
UPDATE: THE 30th ANNIVERSARY DINNER ON 4 JUNE HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Everyone is encouraged to attend the 'Old Boy's Day' at Greygums Oval, before adjourning to the Red Cow for an informal get together after the games. Those who have paid for their tickets will be refunded on the day, or other arrangements made. Further details on the next page.
Want to see the Swans on Saturday night when they take on Port Adelaide at the SCG? Four double tickets are available. Email enquiries@penrithrams.com.au or text your answer to 0412 579 061 to the following question. "Which team is higher on the AFL ladder, Gold Coast Suns or 2010 Grand Finalists, St Kilda" Winners must collect their tickets from Greygums Oval on Saturday.
We wish to advise that training is on tonight for all grades. We will not be using the main oval but the outskirts of the ground. Any player not attending will be required to notify their coaches by 7 PM if available to play on the weekend. Those attending training will need to complete the training register with availability status as normal.
BRING ALONG YOUR RUNNERS
Please note that this weekend's games have been postponed due to the current weather conditions.
Please be advised that seniors training has been cancelled tonight-Tuesday April 26 due to the state of Greygums Oval.
Under 18's will train tonight at Dukes Oval at the usual time.
Penrith Swans Junior AFL, a Rams feeder club, extend an invitation for Rams players and supporters to join in with their celebrations on Saturday April 30 at Greygums Oval. A full round of junior football will showcase the day along with other fun activites. Penrith Rams Reserve grade will end the day with an intra-club match commencing at 2:00 PM. Click on "more" for further details.
The Board and Committee of Penrith Rams would like to wish all players, families and supporters a safe and happy Easter.
Training will resume on Tuesday April 26 with the next match at Old Park for First Grade and Under 18's when they face up to St George Dragons. Reserve Grade will be playing an intra-club match at the newly returfed GreyGums Oval on this day due to a bye. Please watch this site for any possible changes.
Over 50 players and supporters were on hand to witness Justin Weller take the top prize in the second annual running of the IceBreak/Red Cow Inn Ribs 'n Poker Classic at the Cow on Tuesday Night. After devouring their complimentary meal and beverages, the big field were whittled down to the final table but it was the accomplished Weller taking the prize from Josh Anasis, Bryce Roney, Mitch Renehan and Nathan Gatt. Penrith Rams would like to thank the sponsors on the night, IceBreak and Red Cow for their support on an entertaining evening enjoyed by all.
There will be no training Tuesday 19 April or Thursday 21 April for all teams.
Training will resume on Tuesday April 26. In the meantime, take advantage of your YMCA gym membership and drop by for a session or two.
It's taken a while to get them out, but direct from Snippet Headquarters are the Snippets from Round 2. The undoubted highlight to the statistically conscious being the club's first ever 90 point win (thankyou Reserve Grade!) - leaving only two margins up to 100 to achieve now. (Well, as Round 3 has already occurred, we'll let the cat out of the bag - it's now only one margin to achieve. Senior Grade, obviously smarting at Reserve Grade taking the "90 point" honour, proceeded to win in Round 3 by the previously unachieved and highly elusive 71 point margin).Apart from that, we have all sorts of weird and wonderful information in this second 2011 issue of SSS.
Bring your sunnies and a spare ace or two up your sleeve. Yes, it's on again. The second annual running of the world renowned Rams Ribs 'N Poker night at the Red Cow on Tuesday night April 19.
Yes, the Season's Statistical Snippets are back. Have a read for milestones, debuts and other assorted stuff!
The 2011 season kicks off this coming Saturday, April 2.
The 18's take on Pennant Hills at University Oval, North Ryde (Mac Uni home ground) at 12:30 PM (note time change) in the historic first ever game by the 18's in the top tier Premier Cup competition.
The seniors games have been transferred to Monarch Oval, Macquarie Fields due to the unavailability of Greygums Oval. Reserve Grade open the day at 12:00 PM against Moorebank whilst Firsts take on 2010 Div 3 premiers, Moorebank, at 2:10 PM in the Grand Final replay.
See next page for further details.
Penrith Rams Chairman, Kevin Tate, was on hand in Penrith today just after 11:00 AM to welcome aboard the club's latest signing, Zane Brandon Tate.
Training for all grades resumes on Thursday March 24. Seniors at Greygums #2 and Under 18's at Dukes Oval both from 6:30 PM.
Players wishing to play in this Saturday's trial games must register their intentions in the training register.
Due to the state of Greygums Oval and Dukes Oval after heavy rain, training tonight has been cancelled. Players are urged to do some personal fitness training or attend the YMCA gym for a session.
Training will resume on Thursday at Greygums for seniors with Under 18's at Dukes Oval unless otherwise advised. Under 18's are advised that training will be held rain, hail or shine and to bring their runners with them !
Full details on this week's trial games will be posted soon. At present, games will be at Dukes Oval on Saturday March 26 with Under 18's at 10:00 AM and seniors at 12:00 PM
Due to wet weather, todays Family Day has been cancelled.
A huge day had been planned but the condition of the ground and expected heavy rain during the day forced the cancellation. A decision on the Under 16's Rams Cup and jersey presentation will be mad in due course. In the meantime, Penrith Rams would like to wish luck to the junior clubs for the 2011 season which commences on April 2.
The Rams celebrate the official start of the 2011 season with the annual "Rams Family Day" at Dukes Oval, Emu Plains on Sunday March 20. The day kicks off at 9:30 with the Under 16's "Rams Cup" round robin with Blue Mountains, Emu Plains/Glenmore Park, Penrith and St Clair competing for the first honours of the year. Free jumping castles, facepainting and tattos. The IceBreak Ute will be again there to hand out free samples whilst Giants star recruit Israel Folau will be presenting the Under 18's with their jerseys as well as the IGA Cup between 1 and 2 PM. Canteen/BBQ operating. Come down for a great day's entertainment.
The 2010 Statistical Snippets for Rounds 17, 18 and the Finals have been added to the site.
Non playing membership is now available to all Rams supporters. Three classes of membership on offer starting from just $10. Membership gives you voting rights on the direction of the club, recognition within the club and the chance to make a difference. Details and membership forms on next page. Encourage your family and friends to be a part of the Rams journey for 2011 and beyond.
It has been wonderful to see the 80 + players turn up every week for training in preparation for the 2011 season. With the first trial game on March 12th looming for all grades at Macquarie Uni, see next page for latest information.
The 2011 Players Information Kit is attached on next page. History, sponsor info, coach profile, fees venues, draw and club song all included. Hard copy also available at the ground.
This week's Penrith Press ran an article on the back page about two very popular Rams, Tim Cummins and Max McNamara. Both are currently playing cricket in the Penrith First Grade team as well as the Under 21's Poidevin-Gray team which is looking at back to back premierships. Both players shared the first grade Players Player Award in 2010. All reports say that Tim is chomping at the bit to go one better in the Rams 2011 charge, whilst Penrith are looking to replace "Marvellous" Maxxie as he is off to the UK in April to play cricket for Essex and hopefully there is another younger brother to fill the void. Full story from the Penrith Press on next page.
The Penrith Rams are looking forward to the 2011 season with great optimism, on the back of two grand final appearances and the return to the club of some quality players. Full story as published on the www.sydneyafl.com.au website is on next page.
Penrith Rams kick off the 2011 season on March 12 when they take on Mac Uni in all three grades at Roger Sheerin Oval, North Ryde. The following week sees the grand final rematch when the Rams host Moorebank Sports in Div 2, Div 4 and Under 18's at Greygums. To cap off the pre-season campaign, it will be a battle of the West when Penrith take on old foes, Nor-West Jets in Div 2 and Div 4 for the coveted "RIFF-RAAF" Shield. The Under 18's match is yet to be finalised but an announcement is expected soon.
Momentum is building for the Rams assault on the 2011 competition with excellent numbers attending the twice weekly training sessions. With some quality players returning to the fold along with new signings, Penrith certainly look to have three very competitive sides this season. Senior coach Geoff Payne now has the arduous task of selecting the first grade squad for the first trial game scheduled against Mac Uni on March 12.
2011 sees the Penrith Rams celebrate the 30th anniversary of their formation in 1981, and to mark this special occasion, the club will be holding a special day to celebrate on Saturday, 4 June, with home games against our great rivals Nor West Jets in seniors (Hawkesbury for those of you old enough to remember), and Wests in the U/18's. This will be followed that evening with a gala function, with further details to be confirmed. Please keep this date free in your diaries, and we'd especially love as many past players and officials as possible to be there in order to make it a great day and night of celebrations and reminiscing with old mates. More details will be posted as they come to hand.
Western Sydney AFL registration and information day is being held this Saturday at Westfield Plaza, Penrith. Beginning at 9 AM till 2 PM on the grassed area between the plaza and the Joan Sutherland Centre, Blue Mountains Roos, Emu Plains/Glenmore Park Lions, Penrith Swans and St Clair Crows, along with senior club Penrith Rams will all have representatives available to provide information. Players from the GWS Giants will take the stage at 10:00 AM for photos and autographs. Players from 5 to 16 are required by all clubs in what is gearing up for another great year for Western Sydney AFL. For more information about the clubs, check out the "Junior Football" tab on this website.
Penrith Rams have continued their partnership with Penrith YMCA and players who have registered are eligible to use the facilities fee of charge for the upcoming season. It's a great way to develop and maintain fitness during the year and all are encouraged to utilise this offer. Penrith YMCA is at 1 Pattys Place, Jamisontown and need to notify staff that they play with the Rams and are registered on their database which the Rams provide once their registrations are complete.
The 2011 Player Information book is now available. The kit contains history, coach profiles, training details, venues, contact information, club song and the 2011 draw. It is available (free) at training as well as in PDF form on the next page. Don't leave home without it.
A good roll up of players, new and returning, attended the first training run for 2011 at Greygums on Saturday. With the first trial match less than six weeks away, it's time to start diminishing that Christmas excess for what looms to be another successful season. Players are reminded that training will continue each Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30 PM (6:00 PM for 18's) at Greygums Oval. Players can register and pay their fees on these nights.
The official 2011 draw is now available. Round One on Saturday April 2 sees first grade take on last year's Div 3 premiers, Moorebank Sports at Greygums. Reserve grade also take on Moorebank in the early fixture whilst in a tough initiation to Premier Cup 18's football, the 18's play the high flying Pennant Hills Demons at North Ryde. Full fixtures on next page.
The Penrith Rams 2011 campaign starts in earnest on Saturday Jan 29 with the first official training session at Greygums Oval, Cranebrook commencing at 9 AM. After a sensational 2010 season, the club is looking to further build on the success with unprecentated interest shown for the upcoming season.
Full details on next page.
Congratulations to the new Under 18's Premier Cup coach Rob Murie and his wife Sarah on the latest arrival to the Rams Fan Club with the birth of their daughter Zoe in December. Sarah and Zoe are doing great whilst Rob is still recovering.
Rob, a former Rams player, heads the 18's coaching squad in the club's foray into the top level Under 18's competition in Sydney in 2011.
Penrith Rams would like to congratulate Under 18's players Jack Ponton and Liam Murphy on their selection in the Under 18's Pioneers (Western Sydney Giants) to compete in the NSW Zone Trials in Coffs Harbour in January. The Rams will proudly fund their trip under the Youth Development Scheme and wish them the best for the tournament. A few other players who tried out for the squad can consider themselves very unlucky in not making the squad which was named recently.
With the festive season in full swing, the committee would like to wish all players, staff, families and supporters a very Merry Christmas and a safe and happy new year. With pre-season training now suspended until January 29, Rams Chairman Kevin Tate reflects on what a wonderful year 2010 has been to the club and the roadmap to 2011 and beyond. Read the message on the next page.
Penrith Rams training finishes up for the year next Tuesday, December 14th at Regatta Park, Emu Plains. The 6 PM start concludes training which will re-commence in January. Excellent numbers have been attending pre-season as the Rams face the challenges ahead in 2011 in which team spots are sure to be hotly contested.
Due to the inclement weather, training tonight at Regatta Park has been cancelled. Will resume again on Thursday Dec 2.
In a "ground breaking" achievement for the Penrith Rams, Sydney AFL has rewarded the club with promotion to Division Two (up from Div 3) and Under 18's Premier Cup (up from Challange Cup) for 2011. The last twelve months has seen an outstanding turnaround within the Rams and the announcement at the annual planning meeting on Wednesday Nov 25 justifies the great work and support of the players, staff, supporters, junior pathway clubs and sponsors in 2010. With the start of the new season just four months away the wheels are solidly in motion for another successful year.
All Rams players are invited to join in the Variety Club Santa Fun Run on Nov 28. Run, walk or skip the 5k fun run through Sydney CBD, with a spectacular finish at the Opera House. Cost is just $40 includes your Santa suit. All funds directed through a great cause. Details of registration on next page.
The club held its annual AGM on Sunday, with the following appointments being ratified:
Chairman - Kevin Tate Senior Football - Greg Corless Youth-U/18's Football - David Nolan Planning and Development - Geoff Payne Admin/Finance - Michael Haynes The Advisory Committee will announced shortly as the Rams head towards the 2011 season with high expectations after a very successful year.
The Rams have wasted no time in their quest for further success in 2010 with the announcement of the 2011 coaching panel. Level 2 coach Geoff Payne has been appointed head coach of first grade with Craig Sharp as assistant. Both were pivitol in the sucess of the Under 18's this year. Rob Murie takes over the reins of the Under 18's squad along with assistants David Nolan and Michael Walker.
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