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~ic~lat the 1998 season is with us . to was ~i~i :< o!~:-~~nson h of th e " the administration change s eld structural CZ11r appearâ&#x20AC;˘ance on the horizon of a I, ,

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RATION I-IANGES AT VAFA - 'HNIST , . ri ,~rru s of the staff have been rea llocated n i~.l : both Administratio ded Sue Anderson being han es T r, : : rcii j L General Manager to myself should b e d ir>n~ either within the current administrad and filled from outside applicants . <1ea1 of discussion it was decided that the an d Brett, being r."in I ; merubers of staff Sue should have thei r experienced and ~~~~,-1,cnpabtc n a~'~d so that their tasks were cen tral to the III, Association , ty for the ;, qucntt}- Brett assumes responsibi li Footballer" Amateur iiiirl~; 1rrt romP~don of the " responsibility for the development and all programs related to the Quit ;,;,, ;,,, ; 111'ana,_,'ingunder the con tr ol of the Under ) C+'.,_, i : airn the running of Under 19 football and takF :1orc o_omuient role in the servicing of VAFA , un :~ ;r< . ~uc anderson, reporting directly to myself 0hw administration of the tribunal and invesd ,~ .,~il :: nranaging administration matters as relate tr atio n as supervising the regis , t ; pirc as well

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erliiation requirements related to trainers and -, I° ~~ctionumpires .

Registration Secretary Cliff Bastow an d .easurer Noel Rundle.who both previously did not do

their work out of Elsternwick Park are now domiciled at headquarters.

All of these changes in the management structure

have absorbed much time in the planning proces s and will work to make the VAFA an even more professionally organised outfit .

CLOUD ON THE HORIZO N News that the AFL and VFL is considering draftin g players from the VFL competition only has caused much angst amongst VAFA clubs and supporters . Tha t our elite competition would eontemplate forcing every boy who has the dream of playing AFL football into a VFL stream at an early age appears to be ill conceived and would break down the sound structures that football at the elite level is based on - that is country football, metropolitan football and amateur football . After all do you build a house on a beach or do you build it on strong foundations? Concerned people can rest easy that the VAFA will work particularly hard to preserve our current position in this matter.

Ashley Browne,reporting on the St.Kilda versus Age when writing Geelong match in last weekend's about ex Old Melburnian Andrew Thompson, wrote -`Thompson hails from the amateurs whose best players, apparently, will now have to play in the VFL if they want to be drafted . The former Old Melburniari s efforts yesterday would suggest the folly of that ."

HAVE A GREAT SEASO N Best wishes to all clubs today as we embark on a new season. May success and enjoyment come your way often during the new season . I hope that everyone enjoys their year reading the "Amateur Footballer" and following the progress of the VAFA through an avid involvement with one's club .

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by Jason Frenke l s the siren sounds at your ground today to ark the beginning of another thrilling seaso n of A-Section football, take a minute to think of the countless people who combine their efforts, energies and time to bring us the exciting, actionpacked spectacle we are privy to each winter.

Everyone from the property steward to the orange-cutter plays an important role in club culture in the amateur game, enabling teams to survive and the competition to thrive. So as we turn our attention to the visible face of this great game namely the players, spare a thought for the tireless individuals who do their job for no other reason than for the "love of the game" (to borrow the well-worn cliche which Joseph Johnson - so aptly applied to amateur football in his history of the VAFA) .

Remarkably, with the season beginning today, a number of players have had the distinction of playing representative football already, and before a 60,000-strong crowd at Waverley too! With the honour of tackling an Ovens and Murray representative side in the curtain-raiser to the Ansett Cup grand final, the amateurs performed with distinction to take out the SmokeFree Challenge Cup in a thrilling contest . Trailing by 29 points late in the third term, the prospects of a VAFA revival seemed dim, but Neville Taylors' charges found something extra late in the game to charge home to a thrilling victory before an appreciative crowd .

Andrew Ramsden added bite on the ball after half time and Marcus Dollman, Tim Ockleshaw, Simon Wood and Mark Seccull repeatedly drove the ball forward in the last quarter as the VAFA came home with a wet sail . It was a great game and a taste, too, of the sensational season that starts today .

Preview What a way to start the season with four blockbuster matches scheduled for Saturday before St .

Bernards meet Old Brighton at Elsternwiek Park on Sunday to complete the round . Much attention will centre, of course, on the newcomers, with St .

Kevins and Old Brighton both hoping to fare better than their predecessors, Old Paradians and Old Trinity, who resume in B-section for 1998 after just one season in the top section.

With All-Australian full-back Robert Gross returning with Luke Mahoney to his former club this year, St. Kevins will be looking to open up their account with a win against Old Haileybury 2

this afternoon .

SKOBS have been busy recruiting ove erthebak,wisom promising schoolboys joining the ch and with the experienced duo name on deck, St. Kevins have every reaso. season with confidence . The Blood: easy-beats . Simon Meehan took Old 1a fairytale journey last season whic, within a whisker of a grand final bei years effort will only make them hun the next step in season 1998 .

If winners are grinners, then Leigh have a forced smile on his face Collegians side can lift a notch and i miership - the Lions have sat on or nea a couple of years yet the prized flag eluded them in spite of their quality s another strong season from Collegian start their 1998 campaign with a tot ment against De La Sa lle . The Dees xr ing to start this year in much the sat that they finished off last year - with all ing and a no-holds-barred attitude . Th run to make the finals fell just short la but with new coach Kevin Collins on b( host of exciting players, De La have ev+ to expect better results in season 1998 .

Much has been made of the various f last year's grand finalists, and on pape Xaverians have had a better off-season runners-up, Old Scotch. Seven players i unsuccessful grand final combination 1, lost to the club, but Wayne Harmes new attitude is unlikely to dwell on the negai Cardinals will be hungrier than ever an( make amends on last years disappointir Their opponents, University Blues, will to start 1998 on the right foot after a di opening to the 1997 season - the Blues ho all but dashed midway through last seasc took a spirited second half revival just to, relegation . Andrew Smith takes over the c reigns and will be looking for the right mi x

eucc . Y0111.11 and talent to drive the Blues upward yi s, .a,on 1998 . old hielbu-Tnians , too, will be looking to put a ~jisanpo1nting 1997 behind them today when they niiigpremiers Xaverians in what shoul d m be a t~°lling llrst round encounter. Coach Michael orci heads a talented list of personnel at the Redie2s anu tl iis proud club is unlikely to settle fo r Isss than a final s berth an d a shot at the hi~; ntze it~ 1998 . They will have their work cut out to~ ; ;, m today, especially if the hype about Xavs pr ;, to be true. The experienced Jason Taylo r tb this yc h,» i,,rn added to their ranks, and many are preI above b di lrr ' tlsat new coach Tim O'Shaughnessy will z to start pit l: ttp v,-here Nick Bourke left off and guide the will not to another fl ag in 1998 . [aileybun Cite St . Bernards v. Old Brighton clash on !r took t1; Sr,uda}~ holds much interest, too . Punters are th, an d '. k , . n to gauge the playing ability of the reigning Bgrier to t< < raci ° premiers an d assess St . Bernard's prospects ,~ood year in A-section . Remember, St. Carlson , E3 rtlards looked all but gone last year before Foulds inspired his charges in a belated finuntil to tho season to stave off relega tion . They cervin the r the top t tti' v.-ai.it want those dramas again this year, has so =< ' 1' i11 be keen to notch up a first-round win , ide. Exp all that in mind, here's wishing a ll A-seetn clubs every success in season 1998 . May your s, who :bs cear be ac ti on-packed, excitement-fi lled and gh assi, ill be lo r' i!_p.tn-free.

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eason 1998 begs the question "Can some other Zsides interrupt Old Trinity and Old Paradians oscillation between A and B section? " MHSOB appear to have recruited well and could well emerge as the big improvers . Ormond, Old Ivanhoe an d Ivanhoe also appear likely to challenge and expected new kids on the block Mareellin and North Old Boys to give some cheek throughout the year.

PREVIEW MARCELLIN V. OLD IVAPIHOE Marcellin fresh from its success in 'C' Section last year will be looking to consolidate it's position in 'B' Section . They face a slightly new look Old Ivanhoe with new coach Stewart Glascott, brother of David Glascott, and player and coach at Old Geelong . Old Ivanhoe also has a new captain Anthony Aper Parker .

The club has recruited well and new players include Jason Taylor, Paul Northey and Andrew Egan . Big things are expected of James Hope, fresh out of school football.

Old Ivanhoe suffered a pre-season blow with last year's leading 'B' Section goal kicker, Lachlan McLean, breaking his leg last week (here's to a speedy recovery) .

Old Ivanhoe by 18 points .

MHSOB V. NORTH OLD BOYS MHSOB have had a busy off-season with a number of departures and arrivals and are keen to go at least one step further this year . Two high profile recruits are Ewan Thompson (Richmond) and Peter O'Brien (Collingwood), A Section best and fairest winner in 1996.

The club has lost the services of "Doc" Glover, key forward Nathan Johns and Dan Woodley, club best and fairest last year.

Long standing captain Dean Comer will end his 9 year stint as captain with an appearance in the reserves . The club is holding a lunch in his honour on Saturday.

North Old Boys have added extra experience to their coaching staff to ensure they stay in 'B' Section .

Senior coach Frank Dunnell will be assisted by John Newbolt . In the Reserves the coaching team is Darren Caddy and Mark Dyson and in the U19's Andrew Ryan and Gil Huckstepp. 1998 sees the return of former players Paul Booth and Owen Abrahams and the debut of Ben Jordan, son of John Jordan, premiership player and coach . "1997 VAFA Personality of the Year" Bruno Conti has hung up his boots for 1998 .

Despite North Old i Boys good pre-season form, MHSOB by 24 points .

ORMOND V. OLD TRINI'T1

Ormond has secured the services of a nf for season 1998 . Steve Grace an ex-pre : player with the club . They have been strengtl the return of Matt McConvill (Sandringham) Block (Sandringham), David Turner (Carli Paul Marnow (overseas) . Plus the recruitinâ&#x201A;Ź Werner (Tatura), Matthew Nash (QAFL) an Firnmell (Echuca), Craig Symes (overseas) missing from action this year.

Old Trinity after a disappointing seas Section are expecting to reassert themselv Section . They will be strengthened by the r Ramsden (Essendon) and have recruitec Stephens from Box Hill . Departures include Hatfield to Old Xaverians and Matt C Richmond .

Old Trinity have a number of injur Ormond can be hard to beat at home . Ormoi points.

IVANHOE V. MAZENOD Ivanhoe is counting on a better start to 1 son to ensure a part in the finals action . C oValknishecdyratIvno E reported a strong turn out for pre-seas sources at the club expect "the selectors v their hands full" picking the sides .

Ivanhoe has retained the services of its k ers who include Trevor Timms, Steve & Chris Tucker and 1997 club best and faire Flynn.

They expect further improvements from i grown players Tom Healy and Danny Ryan .

Ivanhoe is holding its season launch lunc Ivanhoe Park beginning at 12 noon .

Mazenod is looking for further improvemf its current crop of players to remain competit Section . The players expected to improve t] include John Ballenger. Matt Quirk and Fisher.

Ivanhoe at home should be too strong . Iva 40 points .

OLD PARADIANS V. THERRY Along with Old Trinity, Paradians can be ed to be a force in 'B' Section this year after a season in 'A' Section. Old Paradians launch season with a jumper presentation and fan

and have enjoyed good form in their tast «eekend a well organised recruiting pr ,-se:~son g~,,ueS. Withhave ~ proress in place parade the local areabeThe l,~~(rs from Assumptio n players to flow through li,t) c~pects a number of 2zn .

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VALE - JOHN GARTNER (November 1953-March 1998 ) The Marcellin Old Collegians Football Club today mourns the death of one of its "favourite sons" and football legend John Gartner, who tragically died on Saturday evening March 21 after suffering a heart attack when returning from a run .

In 1968 as a 15 year old schoolboy, John played in the first ever team to represent Marcellin against Frankston in the YCW competition when some players failed to turn up for the match . Three years later whilst in his HSC year he was a member of the club's inaugural VAFA 1971 F Section premiership team and also played in the 1974 C Section and 1976 B Section premiership teams . Along with his brother, Peter, John was a valued member of a core of players who took Marcellin from F Section to A Section in a record 6 seasons .

Affectionately known as "Crabby" to his mates John was the youngest member of the well known and respected Gartner family . He had a distinguished VAFA career . He played 171 games, captaining the club and winning a best and fairest award, as well as representing the VAFA including the 1977 Adelaide AAFC carnival .

John Gartner was not a flashy player, but solid, honest and dependable and could alway s be relied upon to do the job required of him and more . These qualities were evident in all facets of his life - family, business, sport, social and community. John Gartner lived his life with dignity and integrity and was a wonderful role model to his loving wife Maryanne and his children Karlie, Luke and Kathryn .

The 1000 plus people who attended John's funeral Mass was a fitting tribute to him, and clearly showed the respect and admiration in which he was held by all who knew him .

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by Russell Gould en I was born, around twenty two years ago, the world was a very different place . Long hair, tight shirts and flared pants were the fashion, ABBA and the Skyhooks were popular, and apparently a pot of beer was around 80 cents . Elvis was still dead though .

But throughout all these changes, one thing has remained constant . Around March or April we cover the turf wickets with dirt and kick off what we hope will be another great footy season . I have those hopes for this year, so lets see what we are playing with .

Firstly to the new boys . Up from D Section are premiers Beaumaris and runners up Old Geelong .

Congratulations on last year's performances to both teams, and good luck for this year. Both teams have stuck with last years coaching staff, and I'm sure are keen to consolidate a place in C this year . However, I recently drove past the Como ground, home of the Oggers, and found it looking not unlike the SCG, circa late September 1989 . For those who never saw it, it has been ripped up for resurfacing . That spells good news for those teams carrying the odd tubby bloke, who always thought that ground was just too bloody big.

Down from B Section are wooden spooners Banyule, who last year had a season they would rather forget, and St . Kilda South Caulfield who managed some big upsets in B last year, but just lost too many games early to hold their position in a section that was very strong. Banyule have changed coaches, and will look to this year as one to erase last year and forge ahead. Good luck also to these teams for '98 .

Two teams who were unlucky in last years finals series were St . Bedes Mentone an d Old Mentonians.

Both lost extremely tight finals last year in what was a very even finals series, and will be determined to make this year their own . St . Bedes are another to change coaches. Ted Turner has been hired to do the job almost completed last year, and has good building blocks in the Reserves and Under 19's who were both premiers last year. Old Mentonians are in a similar position, without the flags. A solid base of established senior players mixed with some talented youth should see them well placed again this year.

Bulleen-Templestowe and Thomastown are two clubs that are always just about there, but slow starts and in consistent form away from home always seem to cost them . Both teams have also changed coaches for this season. Darren Birch has taken over the Bullants, whilst at Thomastown, Alan Fleming has taken over from veteran captain Tony Fellows, allowing him to concentrate on his footy in what I don't want to say could be his final year. Both these teams must find form away from home if they are to threaten this year .

St . Leos Emmaus and Hampton Rovers have also opted for a change in coach . St . Leos have gained the

services of Amateurs journeyman Harry Harisiou, whilst at Hampton Russel l Barnes wi ll take the charge of a Rovers unit r to deliver the goods consistently last year aft ing some pre-season poaching, but still need op a want to win to be successful . St. Leos . They made little impressior athesmbo section in their first year last year, but with asm on their side, could well stir up a bit o1 year.

On the whole, it seems change has been of the day over summer. If change is as th good as a holiday, let's hope everyone is reste thongs and sunscreen have been replaced boots and linament, and lets get this show on

SELECTIONS - ROUND 1 St . Kilda South Caulfield take on I Rovers at Bluff Road Oval, and first up I will Sainters. Sorry Rovers, but you let me down too often last year, and the Saints have some 1 to their names and will prove too strong.

St . Leos take on Banyule at what will bi Bennetswood Reserve. Coach Harisiou shou'. bit of inside mail on Banyule, having served year, and on unfamiliar territory, I think the may struggle. I will go for St . Leos .

Bull een-Templestowe host St. Bedes and the Bullants will be keen to impress . Ha little of any teams pre-season form I have to I year . The Tigers were unlucky not to make the a grade, whilst the Bullants choked as the en Tigers to win .

Old Mentonians will bet Old Gee Keysborough. The Panthers too were unlucky and will not want to start as slowly as they Oggers however produced some good footy lass Mark Neeld, and I'm pencilling this one in watch.

Lastly the new kids the Beaumaris Sh-, Thomastown . Thomastown are notoriously I from home, and the Sharks came on in lE bounds last year. They have a good strong lisi. provide good competition for most teams t Sharks to win .

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by Ken Bremne r Tom rai n Welcome back for yet another season of what promises (on paper at least) to be a very evenly graded competition. Move over 'Cookey and 'Pete', the old team are back in town (up from E) to guide you all good folk with pearls of wisdom and naturally enough the odd ridiculous statement from time to time .

The 4 teams up 'E', namely Southbank, Yarra Valley Old Boys, Uni . Blacks and St . Pats Mentone will all be hoping to hold firm this year whilst the 2 teams down (AJAX and Monash Blues) will be doing their all to wipe out the memories of last season and to quickly move back up the grades . Having said that, the remaining teams in the competition will be hellbent on exerting their authority and not letting any of the 'new' boys have things their own way .

With a final 5 and an uneven draw the numero uno spot will be all important for the weeks rest come finals time . No longer will the tag of 'minor' premier be as important as well as the well earned rest .

Hope reigns supreme at this time of the year and to all clubs, both Tom and myself wish all good fortune and trust that everyone involved can enjoy the "FOOTY" season ahead !

PREVIEW ROUND 1 Monash Blues host St Pats Mentone in a game that pits in combat a team down a grade and the other up a grade . On that basis alone KB gives the nod to the students to draw lst blood and get an early 4 points on the board . St . Pats are never an easy beat and I'm confident that they'll take the game right up to the Blues, however at days end Monash to score by 21 points . The Vultures have had a bit of an interrupted pre-season with coaching appointments and TB feels that they may not be quite on top of their game going into round 1, and so tips the Blues to start off the season with a good win .

Old Essendon Grammar welcomes across from the other side of town St. Johns Old Collegians . This game will be a real tense struggle and whilst form from '97 counts for little KB reckons on the home ground advantage being the key element in confidently predicting Essendon to kick off '98 in grand style by notching up a 30 point win. Both sides have new coaches this year and may take time to settle into the different styles .

OEG's were a bit stiff in the end last year, while the JOCS were a bit disappointing so I'll agree with Mr. Bremner and tip the home side .

Two of last season's 'E' Section premiers Southbank and Yarra Va ll ey Old Boys do bat at Yarra Park adjacent to the National Tern Centre . It promises to be an epic encounter wi no quarter asked nor given and both teams was ing to exert authority early in the season . In a n biter and tossing a coin for the anticipated resi KB picks the Bankers to win by the narrowest margins . . . . l point . It should be a really good gaz of Ammo footy the ground is in magnificent con tion and both sides should be primed and chair ing at the bit . Always though when two premie from the previous year meet first up, game pla are not really in place but the incentive of the fl unfurling and loyally sways me to tip the Tiger s Parkside greet Salesian Old Coll egians a: whilst I'm sure the Red Devils will be hospital after the game no such favour will be forthcomi on the pitch of the battle . A close and hard fou~ match is on the cards and the results may well in the balance till late in the game but KB tips favour of Parkside to tough it out and get home points in front . We believe that the Red Devils ha recruited very well and certainly finished '97 great style, Salesian after a year of consolidati will be looking to make that step forward in'98 b like KB the Brain feels these aspirations will put on hold for one week. Home side comfortab University Blacks an d AJAX in another gai whereby it showcases teams up and down In different sections . The Blacks will be buoyed their pre-game flag unfurling and should hit t ground full of running, however KB suggest tI the AJAX boys will hit their straps to nudge front at some stage of the game and then go with matters from there to register an 18 point v tory. To keep KB honest I feel I must disagree he : The Jackers have worked hard over summer to i themselves of last years horrors and will have better season, while the Blacks will be looking continue their march up the sections . To use racing parlance TB feels the Blacks will get hor by a nose .

Aquinas lock horns in battle with Whitefria and a great game is anticipated. The Friars will doubt start as one of the early season favouril given their ladder standing from last season a Aquinas will no doubt be very competitive . This

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by Leah Gallagher and Peter Simpso n TT]e'come to a new season of Amateur football and â&#x2013;şry Amateur umpiring, after three or four weeks of pracuce games we now start the battle for premiership points or for the umpires a chance to reach for new levI n Their games~tlth pre-season over we can now say goodbye to the three minutes runs in the heat around the hockey fields .

Dashing along the sand at Elwood beach .

Point Ormond Hill (watch out for the bikes and roller ulad,~rs) .

300 metre runs .

This year there will be a new format to Umpires ' Corner (meaning not much to censor) as well as a new scribe in Adam Keil, this might take us a few weeks to ,et it together so bear with us as we try to stretch the nit of our boundaries . May I take the opportunity t o thank last year's partner Peter Simpson in his work tonards this column.

MILESTONES To start the season off we have a couple of umpire s

,cho f avc reached milestones in their career : Ron Smith umpires his 250th game, Ronnie (affectionately known at Emu) is a popular character running aronnd in the lower grades and when he gets with his mate ' Ball Tearer" (David D'Altera) anything can hapBrendan Corcoran, joins the 100 club reaching his 100th game . Brendon is a BP (quiet achiever) who helps out the association by getting work done around the new c lub rooms and not bad when it comes to trivia nights .

From all your running mates we congratulate you ;u~ s on these milestones .

Representative games usua lly happen around .lunc, vet Mark Gibson an d Dominic Napo li found themselves at Waverley Park for a rep . game on the night of the Ansett Cup Grand Final, well done guys .

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Each year we lose some umpires for either personal or physical reasons, so here are a few that will be sadly Mussed by fellow umpires and spectators (not).

- Justin Toohey, could end up as an observer.

- Craig O'Donoghue, find him in the latest edition of Inside Football.

- Colin Segota, might run on by going onto the supplementary list .

WELCOMES 1Vith some losses brings forth some gains with first ~<<u umpires to our Association, in all around 20 new =PUes to our ranks and hope that today will be their 1rst of many.

Returns of some umpires to our Association like Tim Sutcliffe, Clark Thuys, Brad Nash .

Also watch out for our running coach, James Van Beek in the middle.

RULES After umpiring a couple of practice games with teams from outside our association it is interesting to note the set up of ruckmen at centre bounces . As the Amateur rules do not require a line through the centre circle, a ruckman can attack the bounce of the ball from any direction he chooses, as like a field bounce .

Ruckmen do not have to follow the lead of the AFL and match up on opposite sides of the circle . True or false (answer next week) .

SOCIAL NEWS Last years Bounce Off between Kevin Segota an d Richard Eastwood resulted in Kevin winning the event for a second time.

The Aquathon held recently at Elwood Beach in better conditions than previous years (meaning a low jellyfish count) resulted in these winners .

MEN lst Ben Schmidt 2nd Mark Bushfield 3rd Daniel Halliwell

WOMEN lst Andrea Flack 2nd Chris Bushfield 3rd Rebecca Griffith s Coming up will be the Bowling Night to be held either late April or early May, usually a great night so get behind the social calendar and make it beneficial .

MEETING NEW S

News from our last Association meeting is that meetings are compulsory, and that members are required to attend unless a written apology is received by the secretary -These meetings are held for the benefit of the members and decision are made for or against by the members at these meetings . Lets get behind each other and take a little bit of interest in what going on around us .

White Wacker of the Month goes to Vinnie Vescovi for being the fittest he has been for a long time and then deciding to run this year as a goalte.

May everyone enjoy this season and we trust that it brings to all concerned the promotions that they want .

Keep bouncing.

Leah and Adam

~his year VAFA sponsor Carlton and United Breweries (CUB) has pleasure in presenting a trivia competition which will see at the end of each month of the footba ll season one contestant win two cases of CUB product .

The following ten questions wi ll appear in each edition of the "Amateur Footba ller" for April - there are 25 correct responses required for a perfect ent ry .

On the Tuesday following the final round in April , six entries will be drawn from those submitted an d the entry that has the highest number of responses correct wi ll be declared the monthly winner.

As many entries can be lodged per person per month an d each entry should clearly show questions 1 to 10 followed by the written responses to each question .

1 . The VAFA introduced the centre "SQUARE" in 1973 . What was unique about the "SQUARE" ?

2 . The VAFA defeated the Ovens and Murray League by 3 points in the curtain raiser to the Ansett Cup Grand Final in 1998 . Who kicked the winning goal ?

3 . The first General Manager of the VAFA is now assistant secretary of the Melbourne Cricket Club . Can you name him, and the VAFA club for whom he played?

4 . VFL players from the following clubs have coached VAFA teams to 'A' Section flags .

Richmond (3), Hawthorn (2) . Can you name the players and the VAFA teams they have coached?

5 . Who was the last captain coach of an 'A' Section premiership team? Perhaps the clue may be that this burly aggressive key position player is now in a somewhat different position in football .

6 . In the 70's Reservoir Old Boys, no longer with us, went from D to A in the shortest possible time . Only one other club has done it in the post-war years . Can you name the team? In that period "The Carnival is Over" was a popular song.

7 . Only one man on the VAFA Executive in 1998 has won a Section best and fairest .

Can you name him? He's big, and he's a north of the Yarra man .

8 . The Ryder Medal is awarded to the best and fairest player in District Cricket . This year a former amateur player was runner-up, beaten by one vote . In his days in the VAFA he tied for a section best and fairest . Can you name him, his VAFA club and his cricket club?

9 . Collegians is known as the oldest club in the Association, being the only survivor of the clubs who formed the VAFA in 1892 . Can you name the second and third oldest 10 . Name the odd man out, for two reasons . Robert Dipierdomenico (Hawthorn), Ros . s Smith (St. Kilda), Neil Roberts (St . Kilda), Gary Dempsey (Footscray and North Melbourne), Ian Law (Hawthorn), Don Cordner (Melbourne) .

Entries to the CUB Trivia Competition c/- VAFA PO Box 359 Elsternwick 3185 .

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E SECTION (Blue)

by Craig Richardso n

Knitwear j= ]~th "The Footy" back, all teams will be full of ~r high expectations. The usual questions need to be answered such as "Will our new recruits come up to their pre-season promise?'

Will the old crew continue to be a force etc . etc" .

Well E Blue promises to be a very tight and hard fought competition throughout the entire '98 season with many more questions having to be answered . Now bring on the real stuff with pre-season having finished .

PREVIEW Glenhuntly at home against St . Ma rys . Well , both sides showed early on last year they had something and were probably only a little short on depth in the wash up of '97. So if both sides can strengthen in this area, I'm sure they both will prove to be worthy combatants with all comers in 1998 . As far as this week goes, I'll go for the home side for this reason alone in a first up encounter.

Chirnside Park take on perennial finalists of the last few years in Power House . Little is known of Chirnside Park, and Power House have had the usual Grand Prix pre-season training misfortunes. This game should provide spectators with a high class encounter, but the more hardened Power House should sneak the 4 points in a tough first up clash .

At Swinburne's home ground and a foreign one at that for the Wickers, I'm tipping an exciting game . Elsternwick, a side in the past relying on too few need some further support around the ground . Usually good starters to the year are the Wickers, thus I'll tip them but Swinburne could surprise at home .

Oakleigh v. Old Camberwell , at home of the Crushers . Always tough to beat at home are Oakleigh and after a promising finish to '97 the y

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In the final game, Peninsula take or Caulfield at home. The Pirates like Power Housi have been finalists over the past few season : without being able to go all the way and again ir '98 should be very hard to roll, especially or home turf. As for Caulfield, well like Olc Camberwell, they too have slipped down from E Section . Obviously they have high expectation ; for the coming season but to take on the Pirate ; at home first up is no easy assignment . So isomewhatfnupdreawknigfo r a more fancied side in Caulfield, I'm actually tipping a home side victory .

To all teams in season '98 all the very best and I hope your seasons all go along smoothly without too many bumps .

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E SECTION (White)

by Barry Hickey SPORTSCOVER

Six E Centrals + 4 E Easts = 10 E Whites?

Quite apart from disliking mixed terms an d metaphors, a quick look at a map should convince anyone that a more fitting name for the E Sections would have been North and South .

And I know the bit about "What's in a name?", but if a Rose was called a Furtleworth it wouldn't have the same mystique, no matter how sweet it smelt.

An interesting season this, with the chance to compare the relative strengths of last years sections, and the absolute surely that there will be few, if any, one sided matches .

The big bonus for the E White scribe is that of having UHSOB's Tony Boyce in the section, if Boycey hasn't heard about it then it hasn't happened, yet !

All the very best to every Club, for what promises to be a ripper of a football year .

THE ROUND 1 GAMES UHSOB play Old Carey at the Brens Oval .

UHSOB have a new coaching panel, with David Nash continuing with the Seniors, and former star E Central scribe, Mick James, directing the Ressies. Numbers have been good during preseason, and the connections expect a solid showing from the Green and Browns in 1998 .

The C's have had their customary flood of returning vacationers in the two weeks prior to the first game, and are fortunate that some missing notables have been replaced by equally talented returners. Practice match form of both teams, has been reasonably encouraging, though neither has yet seen their best side on the field together. Picking winners at this time of the year is a bit of a lottery, but I'll go for the C's, because of the potency of their on-ballers and forwards, even though they may be short of a gallop . There won't be much in it, a few points tops .

Fitzroy Reds meet La Trobe University at the Ramsden Street Reserve, and Dan Fitts tells me that, like the C's, the Reds training numbers have gone off scale in the last few days, with the Sale contingent being the principal booster. Reds are still adjusting to their new status and 1998 is something of an adventure for all concerned . Grant Hammond returns as the Reds coach, and they are aiming at a more consistent performance this year compared PR

with 1997, when they had a few unaccountable lapses . La Trobe , could be boomers. Sean Dunin has taken c the coaching role, and the 'Man Mountain' is c the track again, both of which augur well . Bi for this game I'll go for the Reds to win by goals .

Richmond Central take on the Bu llee Cobras, and both clubs are confident of impro ing on last years results . Recruiting has coven losses, and coaches Tim Pontefract (RC) ar.

Joe D'Angelo (BC) remain in the generals' sea from previous years . The Cobras pre-seas( form has been very promising, suggesting th: they may start realising the tremendous pote tial they have had for the past two years . TI Cobras should take the points today, evâ&#x201A;Ź though Central is tough to beat at the Kev Bartlett . The Cobras seem to be a bit furth ahead in their preparation at this stage, ax should come home by 3/4 goals .

North Brunswick host Kew in a c1a : between two '97 Grand Finalists . Craig Fox coi tinues as the Green and Golds coach, whil Kew welcomes back the very experienced Se D'Angelo . Jason Tirchett looks like making return at North, which is a major boost . Ba Clubs have had good numbers at training, ar seem to have covered any losses from the tc sides they fielded last year. No question th North and Kew will have a major say in tl make up of the final four, and today's clash w be an indicator of what's in store for the rest E White . Both play with similar pace ar vigour, with Kew perhaps having an advanta,, in the forwards, who are capable of kickii prodigious scores . Kew should win a top gan by 2/3 goals .

Williamstown CYMS welcomes Old Wes bourne in another big game. Town have lo some talent from last year's brilliant outfit, bhave also recruited well enough to be serioi contenders once more . Paul McNamara h taken over as the CY's senior coach, and Robe Mutimer is also new at OW. Old Westbouri expect to continue on from their last half se son form in '97, when they won 7 out of 9 . Th will be a very even match, and on the Fear ( CA THF GMATFI IR F(N1TRCi I FR 1<

It's hard to go past the Towners to win by a goal or nrO .

Reserves winners should be: Old Carey, Fitzro~Reds, Richmond Central, Kew and ~l'illiamstown CYMS .

SOCIt1I. NOTES UIiSOB are holding a Fancy Dress at the clubrooms tonight. Attendees are to wear anytiling beginning with U . H, S, 0, or B! CORRESPONDENTS: The Monday numbers, (h) 9547 9144, (F) 9547 776 4

APRIL 18 - ROUND 2 LA TROBE UNI v. UHSOB BULLEEN COBRAS v. FITZROY REDS KEW v. RICHMOND CENTRAL OLD WESTBOURNE v. NORTH BRUNSWICK ~VILLIAMSTOWN CYMS v . OLD CAREY GAME SWITCH FROM ORIGINAL DRA W

UHSOB v. OLD CAREY FIELD : Michael Sneddon FITZROY REDS v. LA TROBE UNI FIELD : Alan Ladd RICHMOND CENTRAL v . BULLEEN COBRAS FIELD: Ken McNelce David D'Alter a NORTH BRUNSWICK v . KEW FIELD: Euan Lindsay Michael Ford e W â&#x2013;şLLIAMSTOWN CYMS v . OLD WESTBOURNE FIELD : Rick Love Mark Street

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VAL E - LUKE OLDHAM The Williamstown CYMS Football Club will wear black arm bands against Old Westbourne today to honour the life o f Luke Oldham. Luke, wh o played with the Under 19's in 1997, was tragically killed on New Year s Eve . Luke was a terrific lad and will be missed and remembered by al l associated with the CY's .

moke fre e ELSTERNWICK PARK DRAW 1998 This Sat : Old Geelong v Bulleen Templestowe (U 19) This Sun: St . Bernards v Old Brighto n Next Sat: No matches - Easter Next Sun : No matches - Easte r Sat. 18/4: Old Geelong v Bulleen Templestowe Sun. 19/4 : Collegians v St. Kevins Sat. 25/4 : North Old Boys v Old Ivanhoe Sun . 26/4: FIDA Matchday Sat. 2/5 : Old Geelong v Hampton Rovers Sun. 3/5: Old Xaverians v Old Scotch Sat . 9/5: Old Ivanhoe v Therry Penola Sun. 10/5 : No Match - Mothers' Day Sat. 16/5 : Ormond v MHSOB Sun 17/5: FIDA Matchday Sat. 23/5 : De La Salle v Old Scotc h Sun . 24/5: Old Brighton v Old Haileybury Sat . 30/5: Ivanhoe v Therry Penola Sun. 31/5 : Old Metburnians v Old Brighton

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e start of the 1998 season heralds conflicting appeals for all sides in the newly formed F Section. For some it is a sanctuary away from the heights of E Grade, for others it is a stepping stone from the one side format of Club XVIII, whilst for others it is an opportunity to call the VAFA home for the first time . The first half a dozen games promises to be full of intrigue and suspense as clubs jostle for the all important early season points . The nature of the Section makes it a tipster's nightmare early on, with very little 1997 form to work from, which will no doubt lead to a great deal of speculating for all F Section fans .

PREVIEW The first game for preview sees Monash Gryphons hosting Eley Park in what is probably match of the round . The Gryphons would have been disappointed with last year, a very slow start meaning they were behind the eight ball early on . They did finish the year strongly, however, and F Section spies indicate they have enjoyed an excellent preseason under coach Gary Ryan . The Sharks primarily through a horrific injury list, were also disappointing in 1997 . The appointment of captain Martin Hook as senior coach is sure to add youthful exuberance to this talented side . However, Monash are extremely keen to get off to a good start at home and are fancied by a couple of goals .

The second game sees Syndal Tally Ho at home to West Brunswick. Syndal has fallen on hard times in recent years after being a powerhouse suburban club in the 1980's and early 90's. Runners up in Club XVIII last year, under coach Jeff Bingham they are sure to be keen to impress in the senior ranks of the VAFA. West Brunswick is another club to have fallen from grace in the last few years but various reports suggest that due to solid re-grouping under coach John Jackson, an improvement can be expected for the 1998 season .

With their experience in the higher grades the Westies are given the nod in what is sure to be a tough encounter .

The next game sees Elthanm and Hawthorn clash at the wide expanses of Turtle Park . Thes e two sides split the results in their meetings last year and are no doubt looking forward to the opportunity to get their season kick started this week . Eitham have reappointed coach Peter Slacik for the season whilst Peter "Barrel" Tyson has taken over the reigns down at Hawkland . Expect home ground advantage to play a big part in the results as

Eltham salutes the judge first time round .

In the final match, new boys Werribee host ANZ Albert Park down at the luxurious surrounds of Chirnside Park . The Chinese whisper has been working overtime over the summer break with the news that Werribee will be extremely competitive in their first year and coach Stephen Fletcher will no doubt have his charges primed for the first bounce .

The Bankers were another side to disappoint in 1997 as their overall talent belied their final resting place on the ladder . Coach Gary Forsyth will reinforce the importance of a good start to his side but probably to no avail, as the new boys strut their wares and record their first win in Amateur football , Wishing all clubs the very best of luck for the 1998 season and here's hoping that the horrific injury tolls that ravaged clubs in 1997 are not replicated in 1998 .

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LOOKING BACK

by Noel Rundl e

5 YEARS AGO - 199 3 xtensions to Elsternwick Park administration E offices had been carried out over the summer and the official opening ceremony took place before the De La Salle O .C. v. St. Bernards O .B . game. The Brighton City Band performed before the game and at half time.

The 1993 season was launched at the P .S .M .

Dinner at the Southern Cross Hotel by incoming president David Burnes . Tom Hafey was guest speaker.

Canterbury North Balwyn, Balwyn Combined, Yarra Valley G.S. Old Boys joined the Association, oakleigh came up from U19 to seniors, and Camberwell and Old Westbourne joined the seniors for G Section .

Certificates of Merit were awarded to Alby Bolger (Parkside), Pat Egan (Therry), Ian England (Old Carey), Tim Gallop (MHSOB) Ted and Norma McNamara (Uni. Blues) and Matt Szylit (Ormond) .

Brian Woodhead and Brett Connell had joined VAFA Administration .

Mike Murray and Andrew Kilner were President and Secretary of the VAFAUA . ` A Section field umpires were J . Toohey, P. Gersch, R . Simon, W. Hinton, A . Kilner, D. Daigleish, M. Jackson, S . McCarthy, P. Cherry, R. Bell .

Old Scotch charged home in the last term against Collegians only to go down by 1 point, 12 .8 to 12 .9 . Best were D . Hoyle, A . Dulmanis, M . Lake (Coll .) and J. Handbury, C . Reid, K . Stokes (Old Scotch) .

It was a sad day for Old Mentonians when their legendary footballer and official, Ron Bungey, passed away at age 43 . Ron was a founding member of the club, and after missing the club's first game due to a wedding commitment, played the next 237 games of his 361 game career consecutively.

Therry were in great form in B when they annihilated Old Paradians 24 .16 to 8.9 . Best were M. Petrevski, P . Mallon, J . Zanetti (9 goals) and O'Loughlin, Swindon, M . Geary (Old Paradians) .

10 YEARS AGO - 198 8 The Executive welcomed "Mr Parkside" Tom Johnston to its ranks . Tom was elected to the casual vacancy caused by the resignation of Ray Walsh, who had returned to his club Marcellin Old Collegians . Tom became the third Parkside member to serve on the Executive, his predecessors were Lionel Pepper (1946-62) and Brian Lauder (197579).

Jim Hawkins again led the Association as

President with Richard Elliot, Executive Chairman.

After his speech a t the Umpires Pre-Season Dinner at Brighton Yacht Club, the umpires were not sure whether Jim was a Golf Pro or Businessman .

1988 Umpire Advisor, Neville Nash, had been appointed by the VFL as Umpires' Administrator in Brisbane. His successor was David Levens, former VFL umpire, whose experience in football included a stint as President of the Warracknabeal Football Club . Wayne Henry, on meeting David, suggested that the 1988 "A" Section Grand Final team could be Wayne Henry, Sam Kahn; Goal, Robert Bell, with Noel Rundle to help out . (What does it say about David Levens' appearance?)

Old Xaverians provided the surprise in round 1 when they reversed the 1987 Grand Final defeat by Ormond . One goal ahead at half time, O .X. kicked 10 .2 to 4 .6 in the second half . Best for O .X. were Nick Bourke (9 goals), Anthony Callan, Sam Furphy, Danny Meagher. Rick Marks (former VAFA and AJAX star) and Laurie Meehan . Gilmore, Best and Sutherland served the 'Monds well . Ormond newcomers, Andrew Jobling and Steve Carboon, made quiet debuts . 1987 'C' Premiers Monash Blues, got home in 'B' Section by 7 points in a 'thriller' against Caulfield Grammarians, 13 .11 to 12 .10 . Best were Zacharidis, Barker, Sturgess, (M.B .) and Armstrong, Royals, Bettany (C .G .).

Closest game was in 'D' where Bulleen-United, 25 pts ahead of North Brunswick at the first change, saw their lead whittled away quarter by quarter and then managed to hang on to win by 2 pts, 13 .9 to 13.7 . The stars were Empey, Jenkins .

Graham (B .U.) and Balazsy, Samatore, Nirosi (N .B .).

First round 'A' Section umpires were Mark Bushiield, Steve McCarthy, Justin Toohey, Steve Clinch, Paul Cherry, Cameron Schwarb, Andrew McRae, Ken Coughlan, Greg Hardiman, Kevin Segota.

15 YEARS AGO - 1983 Williamstown and Preston joined th e Association's Junior Section 1 whilst Assumption Old Collegians withdrew from the competition on the eve of the season .

Former Reservoir Old Boys, Old Scotch and 1983 Old Melburnians Coach Laurie Aghan had been appointed coach of the interstate team .

Ritchie Halassa, Peter Murphy and Gavin White, and Executive Member, David Scott were appointed as State Selectors .

Peter French had joined the Association as General Manager. Jim Hawkins was Chairman of

the Umpires' committee (Oh - to what heights men can rise - Jim became VAFA President in 1988).

Richard Tracey was President of the Umpires' Association . Doug Cuttriss created club history at Old Ivanhoe by lining up for his 300th game capping a distinguishED career in which he won two club best and fairests and was a member of the 1973 premiership team .

Collegians shocked 1982 premiers, North Old Boys with a 7 goal win, 19.10 to 13 .8 . Best were Daff, Cook, Griffiths (Collegians) and Considine .

Butera, Weir (North O.B) .

20 YEARS AGO - 1978 The opening of Season 1978 saw a number of changes, Jack and Norma Fullerton retiring after 27 years of dedicated service . Taking over as Secretary was All Keam, whose participation in amateur football started in 1940, and who has been a devoted and active member of his club . MHSOB since that date.

Manson Russel and Alex Johnson had been appointed President and Executive Chairman respectively. `A' Section matches saw the introduction of two field umpires.

The Reinstatement Committee had been in operation using the recently restructured definition of amateurism .

Peter O'Donohue was appointed State Coach for the matches to be played in Melbourne on Queen's Birthday Weekend. Chairman of Selectors was Don McQueen . Clayton made its debut in Amateur Football .

Old Scotch and Ivanhoe returned to 'A' Section with strong wins over Ormond and Marcellin OC .

25 YEARS AGO - 1973 The season saw the introduction of the "Square", with diagonal corners at centre half forward and centre half back, and other corners on the wing. New Clubs Fawkner and Thornbury were welcomed while reappearances were made by University Reds (F) and Old Paradians, Parkside (Junior) .

St. Bernards reported on their 1972 grand final breakfast at which Peter Hutchinson of Power House received a presentation as Amateur Football Personality of the Year. John Landy, 1956 Olympian and former Old Geelong player, was guest speaker .

Geelong were the first club in Club Histories .

The club was formed in 1926 with three men, P .L .

Williams, K .W. Nicholson and V.H . Profltt playing vital roles . It was a late start in that year with the first match on May lst . The club was also placed in 'A' Section, the other teams being Uni A, Uni B, Old Scotch, Old Melburnians, Caulfield Grammarians, Hampton (later the Rovers), Elsternwick, Sandringham, Teachers College, Murrumbeena .

30 YEARS - 196 8 Melbourne High veteran Barrie McDonald played his 200th game (and went on to play more), Commonwealth Bank veteran Alan Kirby had retired .

Tributes were paid on the passing of Harry Heathershaw, Executive Committee Member, 19541968 first coach of Commonwealth Bank and pres-

ident of that club for seven years.

Old Paradians unfurled their 'A' section pen nant . 'A' Section umpires were Geoff Thomas, Alai Thorp, Brian Hagarty, Harry Marks and Gavai Marshall .

Uni Blues and North Old Boys returned to 'F Section with decisive victories over Old Scotch aw Collegians respectively .

David Hughes, 8 goals out of the team's tally c 10 was Old Scotch's star.

40 YEARS AGO - 1958 Club treasurers were advised that affiliation fee; for the season were A and B$140, with other sec tions $130. With 14 teams in Junior Section, th Association had a record number of 64 teams play ing.

Collegians unfurled their 1957 'A' Section pen nant in front of runner-up Uni Blues, with umpir Arvidson in charge .

Collegians were far too strong, 18 .14 to 7 .4 Mansfield Bennett (9 goals) and Sunderland wer best for Collegians while Shaw, Howden an( Charles Langley held the disappointing Blue together.

Life Memberships were conferred on Per Matthews, Ossie Meehan and Fred Coldrey .

Old Geelong made their first appearance in 'E Section after successive premierships in 'D' and 'C in 1956 and 1957 . Alphington awarded life mem bership to Pere Adams for long and meritorious ser vice .

Executive committee were Pere Matthews, Joe] Cordner, Harry Heathershaw, E .J . Lane, Jac] McCann, Lionel Pepper and All Perrin. Ian Clela . nhadberpoitUmsCach New teams were Huntingdale and St Kilda CB( Old Boys .

50 YEARS AGO - 1948 The season opened on 24 April -'A' Section (1 { teams), 'B' Section (10 teams), 'C' (8 teams), 'D' (' teams) and Junior (9 teams) .

University Blacks played Collegians an+ unfurled their 1947 'A' Section pennant.

Hampton Rovers made their first appearance ii 'A' Section . Old Scotch and Melbourne High drew the Cardinals kicking 9 .23, their opponents 11 .1 1 Top goal-kicker for the day was Tom Ho goals for Uni Blues against Elsternwick .

'A' Section teams were Coburg, Collegian ; Hampton Rovers, Ivanhoe, MHS Old Boys, Malverr.

Old Melburnians, Old Scotch, Ormond ani University Blacks .

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elcome back to another much anticipated sea~son of U19 football . We say good-bye to Williamstown, Old Camberwell and Chirnside Par k whom we hope will return in the not too distant future. On a brighter note we welcome "new" teams in St . Kilda Sth . Caulfield, Old Mentonians, Bulleen-Templestowe and Caulfield Grammarians .

Good luck to all teams in 1998 and all the very best this weekend in the season opener.

PREVIEW SECTION 1 Mazenod host finalist Old Carey at Central Reserve which will be like a bowling green following some softening rain early in the week. Former Oakleigh AFC senior coach Rod Bourke has the reigns at Mazenod, while Peter Schiller remains at Old Carey hoping to go a couple better this year than last . The OC's to win today. Old Brighton host Old Xaverians at Beach Road Oval and will struggle to hold the reigning premiers, despite all of Leigh Bowes' best efforts . Ken Johanesen continues with Old Paradians in the hope of going one better than 1997, however their first up match could well determine their early season fate . Uni . Blues are notorious slow starters and the OP's should get the points here today. St . Bernards host De La Salle at the College and although neither team excelled in 1997 I expect both to figure prominently this year .

At home Jeff Osborne's Bernards to be too good .

Collegians return to Section 1 and will host a St .

Kevins unit definitely much improved from 1997 .

New coach Peter Foster will have his eharges fired up and I expect the SKOBS to prevail in a close one .

Selections: Old Carey, Old Xaverians . Old Paradians. St. bernards & St . Kevins SECTION 2 Old Haileybury will travel to Timber Ridge to tackle a Marcellin team who I expect to improve dramatically from 1997 . New coach James Golds (former player) will assist in this process and the Eagles will kick the season off on the right foot today. Whitefriars play host to Beaumaris and with both teams having appointed new coaches Shane Styles (Whitefriars) and Colin Alexander (Beaumaris) last year's results matter little . At home the Friars will prove too strong today . Newly installed St . Bedes Mentone Tigers meet 1997 runners-up Old Scotch and new coach of the Tigers Mick Lovejoy will find little of the latter today with 38

the Scotchies winning well . Another newcomer Old I Trinity travel to Crawford Oval to take on Uni . Blacks under Paul O'Shannassy who will be keen to kick the Blacks season off with a win, in the hope of furthering their cause in 1998 . The Blacks at home will prove too good, and in the final match North Old Boys will find Mark Libardi's Old Melburnians too strong at home.

Selections : Marcellin, Whitefriars, Old Scotch, Uni . Blacks & Old Melburnians .

SECTION ( 2) BLUE A revitalised Monsah Blues unit headed up by Mike Dickenson host 1997 runners-up Ormond at Clayton, and with many of 1997's team still eligible the 'Monds should prevail. Caulfiled Grammarian; host Old Xaverians (2) at Glenhuntly Park or.

Sunday and in what will be the closest match of the round the 'Fields will draw first blood for 1998 . Df La Salle (2) coached by Craig Williams will finc AJAX far too accomplished today, as too will St Kilda Sth . Caulfield when they take on MHSOB a Packer Reserve . In the final match of the sectior Lightning Premiership victors Old Mentonians witt coach Sven Samild returning for this weekend wil have too many avenues to goal for Ian Wilmott'c Rovers today.

Selections : Ormond, Caulfield Grammarians AJAX, MHSOB & Old Mentonians SECTION (2) RED St . Leos Emmaus host Yarra Valley OB a Bennettswood Oval and with the Valley still smart ing from their early exit from the 1997 finals raci they will account for a fiercely determined St . Lea today. Brian Cartwright's Old Geelong host Bulleei Templestowe at the expanses of Elsternwick Parlt and although the Bullants got a taste for the grouni last week I feel the OG's will prevail this tim around . Therry Penola begin their season at hom to Old Paradians (2) and should be too strong, whil Old Ivanhoe (an expected 1998 improver) have th bye . Warringal and Aquinas clash in what will b the closest game of the round with the Redback favoured to win at the wide expanses of Norf Ringwood .

Selections : Yarra Valley, Old Geelong, Therr Penola & Warringal .

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OLD XAVERIANS v . MAZENOD UNIVERSITY BLUES v . OLD BRIGHTON DE LA SALLE v . OLD PARADIANS ST. KEVINS v . ST. BERNARDS COLLEGIANS v . OLD CAREY GAME SWITCH FROM ORIGINAL DRA W UNDER-19 SECTION 2 BEAUMARIS v. MARCELLIN OLD SCOTCH v . WHITEFRIAR S OLD TRINITY v . ST. BEDES MENTONE TIGERS OLD MELBURNIANS v. UNIVERSITY BLACKS OLD HAILEYBURY V. NORTH OLD BOYS UNDER-19 (2) BLUE OLD XAVERIANS (2) v. MONASH BLUES CAULFIELD GR . v . AJAX MHSOB v . DE LA SALLE (2) HAMPTON ROVERS v. ST. KILDA SOUTH CAULF .

ORMOND v . OLD MENTONIANS UNDER-19 (2) RED BULLEEN-TEMPLESTOWE v . ST. LEOS EMMAUS OLD GEELONG v. OLD PARADIANS (2 ) AQUINAS v . OLD IVANHOE WARRINGAL v. YARRA VALLEY THERRY PENOLA HAS THE BYE

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UNDER-19 (2) RED ST. LEOS EMMAUS v. YARRA VALLEY FIELD: Trent Greenway Peter Bailey Switched game - to be played at Yarra Valley OLD GEELONG v . BULLEEPt-TEARPLESTOWE FIELD : Pat Maebu s EP SATURDAY FIELD: Gajanan Skandakumar THERRY PENOLA v. OLD PARADIANS (2) FIELD : Jason Moore Damian Murphy AQUINAS v. WARRINGAL FIELD: John McGauran Peter Buchanan OLD IVANHOE has the bye

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& COACH RECOGNITION a 1998 , member of the AFCA/VAFA committee wi ll be ~ assigned to represent a specific section fo r the forthcoming season . He wi ll be the section's voice at committee meetings . He will contact coaches a number of times during the season for a chat and discuss any concerns they may wish to be brought up at committee level .

Feel free to contact your sectional representative at any time during the season if you have a concern or just wish to speak to a supportive colleague.

One of the important duties of the sectional representative is to distribute the sectional survey to all coaches within his section . The survey is a valuable tool for AFCA/VAFA in formulating future pl an s an d directions . Your co-operations in completing this survey is most appreciated an d wi ll help maintain the standard an d focus of your association.

Section Representatives for 1998 season.

A Section : Wayne Harmes/David McCormack (Old Scotch)

football topic . If this is the case feel free to contact another Sectional Representative or any committee member with your concern or request.

AFCA/VAFA has a program of coach recognition where coaching achievement is recognised through the coach of the month award .

The award is presented to the coach (Senior and U19) who in the opinion of the AFCA/VAFA committee has performed extremely well over the previous month . The criteria for the appointment can include such things as team building, coaching in difficulty circumstances and unexpected upsets, as well as the win/loss ratio of the team .

Not all good coaches have the player talent available to him to win a premiership, but with the coach of the month award these coaches can be recognised for their efforts.

At the conclusion of the season AFCA/VAFA announces the VAFA's Coach of the Year (Senior & U19) . This is a coveted award that is held in high regard in football circles .

1998 AFCA/VAFA STRUCTURE

B Section : Steve Grace (Ormond ) C Section: Harry Harisiou (St . Leos Emmaus)

President :

D Section: Andrew Crosby (Aquinas ) E Blue Section: Geoff Reffley (Caulfield Grammarians)

Secretary: Committee :

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Glenn Taylor (Old Carey)

F Section : Gary Ryan (Monash Gryphons ) U19: Brett Connell (VAFA) In some cases the sectional representative in your section may be an opposing coach and so you may feel reluctant to speak to him on a specific

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Vice President : Geoff Reilley Glenn Taylor Barry Alexander, Brett Connell, Andrew Crosby, Steve Grace, Harry Harisiou,John Keenan, Mike McArthur-Allen, David McCormack, Geoff Reilley, Don Scarlett, John Simpson, Glenn Taylor, Gary Ryan, George Voyage.

Glenn Taylor AFCA/VAFA Secretary

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wo weeks before the AFL's Ansett Cup Grand ~Final the VAFA was offered the opportunity of playing in the curtainraiser match against the premfer country league-the Ovens and Murray Football League . This came about as the traditionmatch between the country and the metropolican champion leagues couldn't proceed as the metro champion league was not able to be resolved at the end of the 1997 season - hence the invitation to the VAFA. As it was a pre-season match we were very mindful that players would have been in various degrees of preparation so could have been at risk if we had chosen players without a thorough knowledge of each player's preparation .

As a result senior coach Nevi lle Taylor agreed to contact all A and B section coaches asking each to nominate players ready, willing and able to play in this high pressure match in front of perhaps sixty thousand people.

The VAFA coaches responded magnificently and we were able to select a side which was a blend of experienced players and young players who were eager to impress given this opportunity .

The VAFA was behind at each change but due to a tremendous last quarter the Association got up and won by three points.

The players are to be congratulated on a supreme effort . Not only did the result give the VAFA wonderful exposure, but the experience of running the lap of honor with the

Quit Smokefree Cup in front of 55,000 cheering St . Kilda and North Melbourne fans applauding the Big V, must have given the 22 players an unforgettable memory .

Match details were as follows: VAFA : 2 .1 6 .4 8.5 12 .9 (81) OMFL: 2 .5 6 .8 10 .10 11 .12 (78) GOALS: Richardson 4, Jackson 2, Wood 2, Seccull, Lethlean, Mitchell and Ockleshaw 1 .

BEST: Simon Wood ( won the medal for best on the ground), Dan Richardson, Mark Seccull, Glenn Hatfield, Andrew Ramsden and Matthew Jackson .

The VAFA was invited to provide one of the field umpires and Mark Gibson was chosen for this match .

It appears li kely that for 1999 the VCFL and VMFL champion league will play a challenge match to see which league wi ll play the VAFA for the title of 1999 Quit Smokefree Champions .

Again thanks to all the VAFA coaches and players for makin g themselves available at such short notice .

MARKETING NEWS

by Phil Stevens

?day in this column, which will appear as often as space permits, I F a present a number of competitions that have been put in place by th e VAFA and some of our sponsors that will reward supporting clubs . This list is by no means exhaustive and will be added to in future columns.

gZJIT SMOKEFREE INCENTIVE COMPETITION Quit has a llocated extra funding to reward clubs who meet five se t n criteria in regards to the establishment of smokefree areas and 1Li smokefree policies within clubs. Should in excess of 25 clubs meet the criteria set a club will become eligible for a bonus prize of $1500 which wi ll be drawn by mean; of a lucky draw with 15 other clubs to receive $300 prizes . The VAFA will also make a $100 paymen to each other club who meets the criteria .

Each club as it becomes a "SmokeFree Club" will be acknowledged as such on Sport 927's Bi~ Sports Breakfast.

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BLADES CLUB CHAMPIONSHF77 $2000 is now the prize money that has been allocated for this competition by Blades for 1998 As per last year a table will appear in every edition of the "Amateur Footballer" indicating th progress of clubs in this rich competition .

Points will be allocated as follows : 12 points for each win by the senior team of a club 5 points for each win by the reserves team of a clu b 5 points for each win by the Under 19 team of a club - note that for this year points will not b allocated for Club XVIII teams or for a club's second Under 19 team.

Bonus points are on offer and can be earned as follows : 40 points at the end of July to each club which has at least 20 senior,reserve or Under 19 play ers regularly wearing Blades football boots in VAFA matches .

2 points for each $100 worth of Blades apparel purchased through the VAFA up to 31 July 199E Hopefully everyone this year will follow this competition with a great deal of interest.

SPORTSCOVER "TIP SEVEN PREMIERS FOR GOLD" COMPETITION

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At the Sponsors' Evening each club was given its two entry forms for this competition whic was nearly won last year . More of this competition will be presented in the coming weeks in regard to entry deadlines . We give you a few rounds to look at the new sections before asking you to nom nate the seven premier teams in the seven senior sections . $10,000 cash will go to the VAFA club who successfully nominates the eventual seven premie teams, with a countback to be used to separate more than one successful entry. In the event of ther being no winner $1000 will go to the club considered to have lodged the leading entry . e a -- . . . .r. â&#x20AC;&#x17E;- -TO ., , - -

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927/S7` -_77COVER/ADVANC E COMPETITIO N Recently a number of bumper stick ers were distributed to all clubs for display on club supporter.lalayer and officials cars . Cars bearing stickers will be identifled reguarly and awarded sponsor p, iaes which will be presented in the "Amateur Footballer" regularly .

Afier sticking the sticker on a car a person should fill in the details on the coupon and lodge with eiuier the VAFA or mail direct to Sport 927 (8th floor, 766 Elizabeth Street,Melbourne) . On the Big Sports Breakfast on Sport 927 each Monday morning at 7 .45 am one entry will be drawn which ,,,,ill win for the person lunch or dinner for two at Lucattini's (City) or The Lobster Cave (Beaumaris) .

Each winner will automatically be entered in an end of season draw for a VIP package for two persons to the 1998 Spring racing carnival inclusive of a marquee lunch, beverages, reserved seating, racecourse entry and racebooks . This prize will be drawn at 7 .45 am on September 21st 1998 .

For further details regarding any of the above promotions please contact VAFA Administration 5531 8333).

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I The Victorian Amateur Football Association and Red Cross Blood Bank Victoria have joine d forces to help maintain sufficient blood supplies to Victoria's 200 hospitals .

Clubs will compete against each other to see who can make the most blood donations to the Blood Ban!-- during th e

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Great prizes and incentives have been generously donated by Hugh Lyon Football Jumpers, Schweppes Sport, Four 'n Twenty and Spalding .

B lood B a n k Donor " . : (C _>} 9694 030 0

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Each player must sign the original clearly beside name which must show first and surname, Blue copy must be handed to opposition captain at toss of coin.

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The rear gate (off St Kilda St) will only be open when Sunday matches are to be played .

When parking in the area behind the grandstand please park in a manner that would allow cars around you to be able to leave .

Players and officials who do not produce tickets at the gates will be counted and the club invoiced accordingly.

Clubs are issued with an appropriate number of tickets for players and officials .

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B SECTION IVANHOE MARCELLIN MAZENOD MHSOB NORTH OLD BOYS OLD IVANHOE OLD PARADIANS OLD TRINITY ORMOND THERRY PENOL A

C SECTION BANYULE BEAUMARIS BULLEEN-TEMPLESTOWE HAMPTON ROVERS OLD GEELONG OLD MENTONIAN S ST. BEDES MENTTIGERS ST KILDA STH CAULFIELD ST. LEOS EMMAUS W.P. THOMASTOWN

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