MSE Budget Round 1 2024

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MSEFL PRESIDENT’S welcome

As the 2024 football and netball season commences today, I take this opportunity to welcome all new and exisng players, supportersandsponsorstoourFamilyLeague.

Once again, 2023 proved to be another year of challenges for our league, a trend we've unfortunately grown accustomed to. Despite COVID-19 now feeling like a distant memory, we've consistently faced hurdles in maintaining the stability of our clubs within the league. Our clubs serve as the linchpin that binds our communies together, and yet again, we ancipate widespread changes and challenges across the football and netball landscape this year Now more than ever, it's imperave that all clubs collaborate wherever possible for the advancement of football and netball This collecve effort is crucial to ensure that each club remains resilient both on and off the field, especially considering the ancipated changes. While the exact impact on each of us remains uncertain, solidarity among clubs will be key in naviganganyforthcomingtransions.

I would like to express my gratude to all the finals hosts from last year: Hatherleigh, Tantanoola, Robe, and Port MacDonnell. Our Grand Final day at Port MacDonnell set new records for several reasons. Firstly, it recorded the highest gate takings. Secondly, the fantasc weather aracted a massive crowd. Thirdly, we witnessed four outstanding football matches and seven incredible netball grand finals Congratulaons to all the teams that emerged victoriousandclinchedtheulmaterewardofa premiership. For those who fell short, rememberthatredemponbeginstoday

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our sponsors for their invaluable support of our league. In today’s challenging landscape, securingsponsorshipisnoeasyfeat,andweare trulygratefultothosewhostandbyus. Iurgeall clubs and supporters to make the most of our sponsors’ offerings whenever possible. Let’s show our appreciaon by utlising their services andproducts.

The Board membership connues as per 2023 whichincludesPeterMitchell,DennisMuhovics (Vice President), Trevor Ling, Joanne Michelmore and Jo Dean. Naomi Mitchell has returned to the posion of League Secretary and we welcome Rochelle Monaghan as Assistant Secretary to provide valuable support and assistance to both Naomi and the League. PleaserememberthatourjobontheBoardisto assist clubs and make your lives easier, where possible!

I am pleased to announce that Neil Webber has been reappointed as Umpires Director with Ma Cockrum Assistant Umpires Director for this year Neil's unwavering commitment and resilience in this role have been exemplary. Recruing, educang, and supporng our umpires panel is an increasingly challenging task. We find ourselves at a crical juncture for our umpires, with our panel aging. If you've recently rered from playing or are eager to remainengagedinthegame,umpiringpresents an excellent opportunity. It not only keeps you fitbutalsoallowsyoutocontributetothesport while building connecons with players and club members from a different perspecve. Since COVID we have lost quite a number of regular umpires and it is concerning to the

Boardthatwenowrelyonclubumpirestoassist with reserves and some U17 appointments. We will also revert back to requiring two senior players from the club with the bye to be available to umpire each week. This has been previously well supported and I thank clubs for their backing of this scheme. The League also sll has in place the Umpires Scholarship program. We believe it will serve as a pathway to strengthen our aging umpires panel. We warmly welcome those who have recently rered from football, as well as young men and women passionate about the game, to join us. The League is eager to hear from individuals who share our love for football and are keen to get involved. I wish Neil all the best for the year inwhatIknowwillagainbeachallengingone.

Michael Mourbey connues as the SE Football Operaons Co-ordinator and his role is to providesupportforclubsandLeaguesaswellas taking on some of the administrave tasks of the Leagues. We think that this is a posive step for Football in the South East and look forward to some more posive outcomes with theaddionalresourceaswellasthesupportof theSANFLCommunityFootball.

The MSEFL Board in conjuncon with LCFNL & KNTFL will connue to operate the SANFL Tribunal system with a panel of commissioners selected from the three leagues. The Board believe this will assist with consistency and uniformity across the tribunal process, with clear set guidelines in place and having one person, Michael Mourbey following up with all reports to offer set penales or straight to Tribunalifdeemedtobesevere.

We look forward to working closely with the NetballAssociaonPresidentSaraGrayandher commiee throughout the year in the many jointventuresthatweworkon.

MSEFL Representave matches against neighbouring Leagues will take place at Blue Lake Sports Park, hosted by the LCFNL. The Zone Carnival is scheduled for Saturday 8th June. While we await confirmaon of the program details, we will have all sides, Senior, U17 and U15 involved. We are pleased to be able to provide our players with the opportunity to compete at a higher level and proudly represent the League against our neighbouring Leaguesonceagain.

Kevin Dinnison stepped up to the role of President of the Junior League just before Christmas, as no nominaons were received at theAGM.I'dliketoextendmysinceregratude to Kevin for taking on this leadership posion. He will be supported by previous Execuve members Gary (Tug) Wilson and Dylan Clough, along with new Execuve member Tamara Ploenges. The number of junior parcipants fluctuates across clubs and the league, presenng challenges for some clubs in maintaining their junior grades. I'm confident thattheJuniorExecuve,alongsidetheseclubs, will connue to work diligently to ensure their sustainabilityfortheseasonsahead.

Thankstoallthemediaoutletsforthecoverage our league receives and we look forward to anotherexcingseasonin2024.

On behalf of the League and all clubs thank you to all the wonderful volunteers that assist each week. If you don’t currently volunteer for your club, then please consider assisng with your

me / skills wherever possible to make your Club more successful and to share the workload. Volunteering is a great way to meet people and improve your skills as well as knowingthatyouhavedonesomethinggoodto assistyourclub–sodon’tholdback!

Clubs are currently facing unprecedented challenges due to the uncertainty stemming from changes in neighbouring Leagues, ongoing policy shis from Government and AFL, and the evolving requirements for insurance amidst the backdrop of COVID-19 plans and protocols These factors place addional strain on our dedicated volunteers. In South Australian country areas, three core issues persistently impact Leagues and Clubs: low junior player numbers, a scarcity of new volunteers, and a shortage of umpires, with the laer being primarily an aging demographic of football enthusiasts. It is crucial for all clubs to distribute the workload effecvely, establish robust procedures, and ensure mulple individuals are proficient in various tasks. Clubs and Leagues must priorise organising their operaons, revising strategic plans, and reinforcing exisng strategies to foster growth and sustainability. Key focus areas for clubs include facilies, junior development, volunteer recruitment and retenon, financial stability, risk management, and community engagement. Leveraging resources such as the support provided by Michael Mourbey from SANFL can help alleviate the burden on volunteers, albeit within reasonable expectaons While Michael can't address every challenge, his assistance can make a significant difference. It's imperave for clubs and the League to capitalise on their strengths, address weaknesses through remedial plans, and strive forconnualimprovement.

Football clubs must maintain their posion as community leaders by fostering stronger partnerships and relaonships with all stakeholders. Addionally, volunteers should strive to leave their clubs in a beer state than when they first joined, ensuring a lasng legacy ofprogressandimprovement.

On behalf of the Board, we wish all clubs the bestofluckfortheseasonandalsolookforward to common sense and fairness being displayed at all mes in the Family League. Please stay safe and enjoy the compeons and social oungsourwonderfulLeagueoffers.

PeterMitchell

PresidentMSEFL

Welcome to season 2024 of the Mid South Eastern Football Family League. Last year, my plan was to step back and let others take the helm, allowing myself a peaceful retreat into the sunset. However, as life often unfolds differently than expected, I find myself returning with a renewed (albeit somewhat begrudging) enthusiasm. My presence may not be met with universal approval, but I'm committed to serving our league to the best of my abilities.

As we welcome back our existing players, supporters and extend a very warm family league welcome to those who are new to our league, I hope your time at your clubs are both rewarding and positive.

I want to extend my appreciation and congratulations to all the venues that hosted our 2023 finals: Hatherleigh, Tantanoola, Robe, and Port MacDonnell. Hosting a final requires an immense amount of time and effort, and every aspect was executed superbly. Simply saying thank you doesn't seem sufficient. The weather Gods finally gave us a break with favourable weather conditions on grand final day at Port MacDonnell. With warm sunshine greeting us, it was a truly remarkable day, with a large crowd in attendance. Special commendation goes to the Port MacDonnell Football and Netball Clubs for their meticulous planning and flawless execution of the event.

Congratulations to Glencoe (Junior Colts), Robe (Senior Colts), Kalangadoo (Reserves & A Grade) on your premiership successes. Today though sees a new season begin, with each club and grade aiming for a top four finish to hopefully become the clubs we talk about next year.

Our Senior Board remains unchanged, with Peter Mitchell elected as President, Dennis Muhvovics, Vice President, and Executive Members

Trevor Ling, Joanne Michelmore, and Jo Dean. I would also like to extend a warm welcome to Rochelle

Monaghan, who has joined us as Assistant Secretary. Despite her brief time in the role, it is already evident she will be a valuable addition to our team.

In the Junior arena, prior to the Junior League AGM, no nominations were received for the role of Junior President, raising concerns about its future. However, Kevin Dinnison stepped up to the plate. Kevin, with his extensive involvement with the Nangwarry Football Club and the League, courageously accepted the nomination for Junior League President. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Kevin for taking on this responsibility, confident that he will do his utmost, supported by returning executive members Gary (Tug) Wilson and Dylan Clough, as well as new executive member Tamara Ploenges. Junior playing numbers across the league continues to pose challenges. While some clubs effortlessly attract and retain players, others struggle in this regard. It is imperative that we work together and offer support to those clubs encountering difficulties with player numbers. After all, it's unpredictable – next year, it could your club facing similar challenges.

NeilWebberagaincontinuesintherole of Umpires Director and we welcome Matt Cockrum as his Assistant. Last year we relied on club umpires to fulfill appointments, and unfortunately our panel numbers have not seen significant growth to alter this trend for the current year. In fact, to address the shortage we are reinstating the requirementforclubswiththebyeeach week to provide two senior players to assist with appointments. Facing a scenario where more umpires are leaving than we can recruit, our panel numbers have reached an all-time low. It is imperative that the Board, along with club stakeholders, continue in encouraging recently retired players to consider umpiring as a positive alternative to playing and remain involved with the game Just

remember:noumpires,nogame. For the past decade or more, changes to club and league structures have felt like a constant revolving door. True positive change can only emerge through cooperation, not coercion

Therefore,ifclubsarecontentwiththeir current state, it's best to respect their choice and refrain from intervention. Mandating changes upon clubs will likely lead to resentment and potentially even the disappearance of someclubsalltogether.

To our 'Family League' partners in the Netball Association I take this opportunity to wish President Sara Gray, the Executive and all players and supporters all the best for the upcoming season and look forward to another successful and positive year ahead.

As we embark on a new season, the focus shifts towards the ultimate goal of playing finals footy in September. While it may seem distant, coaches across all levels, from junior colts to A Grade, will undoubtedly emphasise the significance of securing victories in the early matches. Winning early sets the tone for the entire season and grants teams greater control over their destiny, rather than relying on outcomes later in the year.

To all participants in football or netball, I extend my best wishes for the upcoming season. May it be filled with excitement and enjoyment, and may your team find itself actively engaged come finals time.

Remember to treat each other with kindness, travel safe, and I wish you all the best for Season 2024.

Naomi Mitchell

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Today Dylan Pfitzner plays his 100th A Grade game for the Glencoe Football Club. He began playing Junior Colts with the Murphies in 2013. During his junior career, he regularly played representave football for the Mid SE League being a member of the 2014 under 14 side, 2015 under 15 team and again in 2018 in the under 17 team. He was our Senior Colts leading goal scorer in 2018. Dylan made his A Grade debut in 2016 at the age of 15 and was a member of the 2019 Grand Final team. He has developed into a versale player, playing key posions up forward or down back. He is maturing into a consistent and reliable member of the A Grade side and sll only 23 years of age, we hope he has many more years of good football ahead of him. From everyone at the club, we congratulate Dylan on reaching his 100th A Grade game for the Murphies and wish him all the best in today’s match and into the future.

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Goals – Kalangadoo: Dylan Bromley 3, Jack Casey 2, Tye McManus 2, Brad Auld 1, Connor Genle 1, Ben Gregory 1; Hatherleigh: Tom Hutchesson3,SamTelfer3,BradMitchell2,PatrickChay1,WilliamChay 1.

Best–Kalangadoo:MitchelLowe,TyeMcManus,SamMcManus,James Pra, Lachy Jones, Liam Hay; Hatherleigh: Brad Wight, Sam Gray, Jed Telfer,DarcyBateman,CameronSlape.

– Kalangadoo: Ben Mules 4, Tyler Jones 3, Chris Mules 2, Jacob Simmonds 2, Jusn Mansell 1, Brodie Von Stanke-Dowie 1; Hatherleigh: Jason Faulkner 2, Harvey Jones 2, Mahew Fabris 1, Je Faulkner 1, James Gilbertson1,TimMerre1,AydenReid1,JoshWight1.

Best–Kalangadoo:JacobSimmonds,BenMules,NathanReeves,Jonathan Mules, Jusn Mansell, Dylan Barlow; Hatherleigh: Ayden Reid, Mahew Fabris,JasonFaulkner,JoshWight,EthanBowman,SidneyReeves

Goals–Robe:MaxRobertson7,DanielNunan6,NathanGibbons 4,BlakeWyllie1;PortMacDonnell:ZebChant5,BrodieAnderson 2,AlexLamb1,ConnorRichards1,LukeRichards1.

Best – Robe: Max Robertson, Daniel Nunan, Nathan Gibbons, Flynn Peel, Kaiden Carter; Port MacDonnell: Zeb Chant, Parick Robinson,ZaylenSmith,KursLasle.

SamuelHaase2;PortMacDonnell:JeLewis1, TylerNeale1.

Best – Glencoe: Kallan Price, Hamish Gordon, Samuel Haase, Tighe Hurley, Kade Mulraney, Leslie Jagger; Port MacDonnell: Harry Carroll, Kane Gilbert, Patrick Clarke, Zane Lewis, Charlie Carroll,NaiteFox.

He was a part of the 2008 Junior Colts premiership and in 2009 was awarded the Junior Colts most consistent and Best Ulity. Darcy Pink will run out today for his 150th senior game for the Tant Tigers at home against Robe. Darcy a born and bred Tiger has played all his junior and senior football at Tantanoola.

player blessed with natural speed and good footy smarts Darcy has been a valuable member of the senior teams and was part of the 2016 B grade premiership.

Having cemented his spot in the A grade team the last few years he is one of the most valuable and courageous players in the team and

team mates. In stepping up to the Senior Colts Darcy was named the Best Team Man in 2011 a year in which he got his first taste of senior football with his first senior grade game. He was also a part of the senior colts premiership in 2013.

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On behalf of the general commiee, I would like to welcome all our players and supporters, old and new, along with our valued sponsors, to the 2024 season. We have welcomed many new families to the Club with numbers through the junior grades exceeding our expectaons, and we hope you all enjoy your me with us.

Keep an eye on the Social Calendar for Club Funcons and we hope you all get along and support them throughout the year. Tonight sees the Shuffle Night kick-off aer teas, so hit up Evie for a song. Next week the Women’s Football Presentaons will be held at the Club from 6pm, so get along and show support for the girls.

Best of luck to all our football and netball teams today, and to all the Clubs in the ‘Family League’.

Amanda Sealey,

Kongorong President Coaching wise we have Rob Whiy and Ross Stevens again heading up the U11’s/Auskickers, with Mark Paech returning to mentor the Under 14’s. Sco Patching has joined the Club in the role of Director of Coaching, along with taking on the Senior Colts coaching posion. Tony Elletson connues as Reserves Coach and Cam Sandercock as the Seniors Coach. Ma Roscow has come on board as Assistant Coach for the Seniors.

As a Club we have been working on a Strategic Management Plan during the off-season, formalising the direcon we want to go and planning how that is going to happen. We hope everyone gets on board and supports the changes and new direcons we are undertaking, across mulple areas. Many thanks to Tony Elletson for facilitang this.

Karen Hunt has taken on the role of Netball President, and we look forward to working together with the Netball Commiee during the year, along with Daniel Ashby and the Junior Football Commiee.

Reminder to all that Club’s cannot run without the assistance of volunteers, so if you haven’t put your hand up for a canteen duty, goal umpiring, stubby shed duty, etc then please do. Volunteering can be very rewarding and helps out YOUR Club along the way.

KONGORONG SOCIAL CALENDAR

13th April v Mt Burr (home)

Shuffle Night

20th April v Hatherleigh (away)

Presentaon Night

27th April v Robe (home)

Anzac Day Round & Cale Club Day & Hawktoberfest

24th August v Pt Mac (home)

Live band – ‘Saltaire’

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A Grade Coach: Clinton Gallio

B Grade Coach: Rob Francis

Taylor Allen

Charlie Bevan

Will Bowering

Jackson Dean

Clinton Gallio

Brodie Gregory

Jack Gregory

Brodie Hennink

Sam Hunt

Jack Muhovics

Nathan Muhovics

Joshua Murphy

Bailey Poulish

Andrew Ridley

Dylan Ridley

Brady Sharp

Calum Sparkes

Josh Wallis

Sam Wallis

Geordie Whennen

Jake Whiy

Lachlan Alcock

Luke Allen

Benjamin Ballantyne

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Coach: Darren Dean

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Coach: Frazer Johnston

Reed Gardiner

Louis Jeffree

Hunter Josephs

Jaskson Josephs

Mostyn Lile

Sonny Wiese

Archer Wilson

Edward Ballantyne

Sam Bell

Je Bowering

Kody Bowering

Jack Francis

Rhys Gamble

Peter Guye

Jack Hately

Daniel Jankowski

Frazer Johnston

Liam Johnston

Tyson Langdon

Bradlee Lawson

Harvey Muhovics

Brodie Robbins

Mark Teagle

Noah Telfer

Braeden Thwaites

Myles Widdison

George Wimshurst

Greengs to all as we embark on the 2024 season. It is with great pleasure that we extend a warm welcome to new and returning families, players, and supporters joining us at the Mozzies' nest this year

We are delighted to announce the return of Clinton Gallio as our esteemed A Grade coach. We look forward to Clint connuing the success he has enjoyed during his me at Millicent and we're sure the team will give him 100% for the season.

Our coaching roster this year includes the seasoned experse of Rob Francis guiding the Reserves, and the return on 2009 A Grade premiership coach Darren Dean at the helm of the Senior Colts. We also welcome back Frazer Johnston for the Junior Colts along with Taylor Allen, Brady Sharp and Ella Lile who will be spearheading the Auskick program. We extend our best wishes to all our coaches and their squads for a successful and rewarding season.

A hearelt thank you goes out to our dedicated volunteers who relessly contribute to the smooth operaon of our football club. The commitment of our parents, players, and supporters who volunteer in various capacies is invaluable and deeply appreciated.

We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our loyal and new sponsors. Your support is crucial to the

vitality of our club, and we encourage all members to reciprocate by supporng these businesses in kind.

With the success of our inaugural night match against Tant last year we are delighted to take on Kalangadoo in our secondround night game with the A Grade match commencing at 6:30 pm. With Kalangadoo jumping at the opportunity, this event is sure to be a cracker with Ladies Night hosted by the netballers, and entertainment aer the A Grade to serenade Can Hill for the remainder of the evening.

Please join us for our community teas on Thursday nights and during Saturday home games (except night game). Stay tuned for updates on upcoming events by following our Facebook page. We remind you that memberships are now available—please reach out to Chris Sco for details or fill out a form available from the clubrooms bar.

Lastly, we extend our encouragement and best wishes to all our netball teams and their commiee for the season ahead.

Clint Bowering, Thank you all for your connued support, and here's to a fantasc 2024 season!

President

Mount Burr United Football Club

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Welcome, summer has been and gone and we’re well into autumn and doesn’t it feel like footy season again.

Firstly, taking over the reins from Ted, I would like to thank him for his reless efforts as President and I know that he will connue in a very supporve role for us. I have coached at both junior and senior levels and whilst I have thoroughly enjoyed coaching the juniors of late, many of our juniors have only had myself as a coach and I feel it is important to implement change to keep things fresh. I hope I have reinforced an ethos of effort = reward.

than these boys and I give him real credit for geng in a having a go. For Kalangadoo who are short of players this season you must hang in there and connue to develop the few you have. Two years ago, we were in the same boat, running out with 8 players, whilst not much fun at the me the boys have connued their football journey and will play in a very compeve team this year

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In keeping things fresh we recruited Reece Duncan as Senior head coach, it has been great to see the exisng playing group respond to Reece’s coaching philosophy and training program. We have a blend of youth and experience, returning players and new players, I wish them well for the season ahead. I would like to congratulate Dylan Pfitzner on his 100 A grade games today, Dlyan has been a significant member of our Senior team since debung in 2016. He is a highly valued member of the Glencoe community.

Ben Hentschke is again leading our Reserves team. 2023 was a difficult year for the Reserves, we have worked hard to secure more players and be much more compeve. With the fellas I’ve seen on the track I look forward to an enjoyable season with far less headaches for Ben.

Will Maloney is coaching the Senior Colts team; Will is not much older

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Mahew Haase has a slightly different look Junior Colts this year. Where we’ve been strong the last two years this year’s colts have just enough numbers and are a very young side. The haul of bigger kids will need to work extremely hard to help the young brigade improve and develop.

We have Bo Manser and Dion Evans taking on coaching roles with our U11’s and Auskick kids. Similar to the Junior Colts, we are not flush of numbers in U11s but we’ll compete as well as we can week in week out. Dion has a heap of young Auskick kids which we look forward to seeing come into the Junior grades in a few years. I would like to thank two senior players Brodie Glynn and Brodie Allison for offering to help these juniors develop especially when they do not have kids of their own.

Goodluck to all M.S.E football and netball teams throughout the year, help each other where we can and keep our league as strong as possible.

Adam Price

We welcome everyone to season 2024.

The Football Club has had some execuve changes in 2024 with Tim Scanlon moving into the role as Vice President taking over from Nathan Chapple and Krise Rowe taking over the Secretary role from Chloe Bell. We thank both Nathan and Chloe for all your hard work over the past few seasons. Kylie Serle will connue in her role as club treasurer. I would like to thank all new and exisng commiee members for pung their hand up to stand on the commiee for the upcoming season. Many hands make light work and we are lucky to have such a good group.

To all our loyal sponsors that connue to support our club year in year out thank you very much for your support. We are also lucky to have a list of new sponsors that have come on board and we look forward to working with you in the coming years. Welcome to ger land!

Our coaches Jack DaweSeniors, Hayden BrownReserves, Ellis Cushion and Ma Cytrowski - Senior colts, Jordan Ha and Marc Roberts - Junior colts we wish you all the best for the season and hopefully see your sides climb the ladder in season 2024. To all the players we hope you have a successful year.

To the club volunteers that assist with the daily running of

I would also like to wish the netball sides all the best for the season and we look forward to working into together to make our club a beer place.

Look forward to seeing all our supporters back at the footy in season 2024.

GO TIGERS!

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ROBE ROOSTERS

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Welcome everyone to season 2024.

It is with great pleasure that we announce our coaching appointments for this year. Nathan Brown again leads our Senior side with assistance from Mahew Bryant and Jason Pet on the bench. Congratulaons to Henry Lawrie for being nominated as Captain and to the rest of the leadership group. Working alongside the A Grade team the Reserves will again be coached by Anthony Kokiousis with assistance from Roly Day. Good Senior numbers this year have seen a solid pre-season and a few new faces which is great for the club and the community.

Congratulaons again to our 2023 Premiership Senior Colts side and to Sam Huebner as he steps aside as coach, the posion filled by Jason 'Leroy' Fennel. Leroy has a great history with our club and with coaching and we look forward to watching him with his young charges. Bucko McLay will again coach the Junior Colts and we know his first year of returning to basic skills and drills will start paying dividends in 2024.

With the fragility of Community Football front and centre again this year, it is glaringly evident that clubs must focus on building, retaining and upskilling junior numbers as well as working together as a League to support each other. Excellence in junior development relies on great volunteers, if anyone else wishes to get involved please contact myself or Junior President Adrian Johns at any me.

We are very pleased to announce our commiee members for the year:

President – Debra Mackey

Vice President – Jason Pet

Secretary – Breanna Ferguson

Treasurer – Deb Sweetman

Commiee – Jacob Nicholson, Jim Thring, Geoff Prest, Roly Day, Roger Sweetman and Jack Sneath.

Junior Commiee – Adrian Johns (P), Karla Dew (VP), Rhianna Maczkowiack (S), Sco Robertson and Kylie Johns.

We have been using our off season to improve club facilies and we would like to thank all of our commiee members, sponsors and grounds volunteers for their hard work. We have a new BBQ and bar booth which offers a magnificent, elevated view across the oval and protects our members from the harsh SE'ly weather.

Congratulaons also to our netball club for their growth this off season and welcome to their new president – Ash Hunt and her commiee. Kim Ross has stepped down aer ten years in the posion and will be supporng Ash as she seles into the role.

There is a fresh feel around the Robe Football and Netball Club leading up to round one and we look forward to hosng home games and providing a great day of country sport to our community. For informaon, fixture, events, merchandise and much more please visit our website at Robefootballclub.com

Good luck everyone, stay safe, and we'll see you all very soon.

2024, let's go Roosters!

PORT MACDONNELL DEMONS

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Welcome to the 2024 Season!

We extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you. Whether you're a seasoned player, a dedicated member, or a generous volunteer, your presence is what makes our community vibrant and strong.

To our senior and junior players, we wish you the best of luck as you step onto the field. Play with passion but play safely, and above all, have fun! Remember to drive safely to and from all games, ensuring your well-being both on and off the field.

A special shoutout goes to our netball teams – may your skills dazzle and your teamwork shine as you take on the challenges of the season ahead.

To our invaluable volunteers, we extend our hearelt thanks. Your dedicaon and hard work behind the scenes are what make our events and acvies possible. We couldn't do it without you!

Our first event of the season is Round 1: Family Games Night, everyone is welcome! Join us for

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an evening of fun and friendly compeon. Teas will be served starng at 5.30pm, so come hungry and ready to enjoy some delicious food before the games begin! Team Red or Team Bluewho will win! Stay tuned for more events to be adversed soon.

Whether it's matches, social gatherings, or community iniaves, there's something for everyone to get involved in this season, a big welcome to our new players and families.

Best of luck to all our competors, we will see you on the field, let's make it a memorable season together!

Social Calender

Family Games Night

Saturday 13th April

7:30 PM

All ages event

Cathie Williams - President

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A Grade Coach: Al Lyon

B Grade Coach: Aidan Auld

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Junior Footy

JUNIOR SQUADS STILLTO BE CONFIRMED

Junior numbers and player development has been a major focus of our Club over the last 5 years and this work by a number of dedicated volunteers is really starng to pay dividends with Under 11 and Auskick numbers connuing to grow, and the kids’ skills are connuing to develop. We would like to sincerely welcome all the new families and players to the Magpie family for the 2024 season. If any other players or families are keen to be involved in an inclusive all abilies environment, they are encouraged to contact Boxy on 0400064943

Steve McCann and Graham Dowie are coaching the Under 14s and 17s. Macca had amazing first season at the helm and the club was more than excited when he signed on again! Junior Colts numbers are really strong this season. The senior colts are looking to build on a hard season in 2023. Numbers are really low, but with the addion of some young guns we feel we can push through this season. Graham has worked extremely hard in the off season. We are looking forward to the development of the 17s.

B Grade

It is great to be back for the start of the 2024 season. Aer winning the grand final last year the B Grade side are looking forward to hopefully another successful year at Kalangadoo. We welcome back exisng players but are also really looking forward to

welcoming new faces and families as well including a number of Senior Colts from last season which will add some youth to the side. Thanks to all the volunteers and sponsors who have worked relessly over the summer to ensure that the Club is in a fantasc place for the start of the season. We would like to congratulate club legend Aidan Auld for taking over the reigns as our Reserves coach!

A Grade

It is great to be back and able to defend our Premiership. The desire of the Senior boys is sll as strong as ever. Al Lyon is again at the helm as Senior coach, he has worked exceponally hard this offseason and we all look forward to the already strong culture you look to build on. We have lost a few boys to various other clubs and we wish them well in season 2023. We would like to welcome some returning and new faces to Kalangadoo. Rob Hein, Jack Meyer and Michael Krieger will give us great depth and x factor into a side looking to claim our 4th 3 peat in the a grade! Good luck and see you all out at the footy!

Images courtesy Steve Walters (Snapperific)

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome all players and officials to the opening round of the Mid South East NetballandFootballfor2024.

For our players, this season represents countless hours of training, honing their skills, and pushing themselves to new heights. It's a chance to showcase the fruits of their labor on the court, to challengethemselves,andtogrowboth individuallyandasateam.

Please join me in congratulang all individual trophy recipients and Premiershipteamsfrom2023: AGrade B&F Abbey Duncan (Kalangadoo)Premiers Kalangadoo, A Reserve B&F

Cody Manning (Port Mac) - Premiers

Robe, B Grade B&F Demi Ingley (Kalangadoo) - Premiers Kalangadoo, B Reserve B&F Eliza Burton (Hatherleigh)

-PremiersHatherleigh,17&UnderB&F

Ella Easterby (Mount Burr) - Premiers

Mount Burr, 15 & Under B&F Bailee

Lewis (Port Mac) - Premiers

Kalangadoo. 13 & Under B&F Malda

Peacock (Kalangadoo) - Premiers

Kalangadoo. Senior Consistency Abbey

Duncan, Cody Manning & Eliza Burton & Junior Consistency Evie Sealey (Kongorong). Club & Goal throwing awardstoKalangadoo.

The Mid SE Netball Team of the Year was made up of the following players and I congratulate them on their inclusion:

Goals

EbonyMcDiarmid-Kalangadoo

EmmaGould-Tantanoola

AbbeyDuncan-Kalangadoo

MidCourt

JaydePeacock-Kalangadoo

LucyPerkins-Robe

LauraSchultz-MtBurr

AnnieRegnier-Robe Defence

EmmaWheal-Robe

being part of our sponsorship group and haven't heard from us please contacteitherCassieorMyself

LaraMunro-Kalangadoo

SarahEdwards-Glencoe Coach

LeahOusey-Tantanoola

Thank you to the Robe Football & Netball Clubs who hosted presentaons.

Once again we are looking forward to aending the Country Championships in June and will be taking a senior and 3 junior teams to Adelaide for the Weekend. I encourage both Senior & Junior players to register for trials and give represenng the Associaon a go. The relaonships formed at Country Champswillconnuewithyoulonginto thefuture.

The Mid South East Netball Associaon AGM was held last November and I am pleasedtoannouncethatourExecuve remainsunchangedfrom2023.

We are fortunate in our Associaon to have a group of dedicated and passionate umpires led by Bec Scanlon. There has been a number of rule changes introduced and if anyone has any quesonspleasecontactBec.

Cassie Dinnison and myself are working hard on sponsorship and would like to thank the sponsors who have joined us already in 2024, if you are interested in

We have undertaken a lot of work both within our region to open the lines of communicaon across our neighbouring associaons and this is something we hope to connue long into the future.OurrelaonshipwithNetballSA connues to improve, ulmately this will be of benefit to clubs, players and theassociaon.

As we dive into this season, let's remember the values that define our sport: sportsmanship, respect, and camaraderie.Let'scompetefiercelybut fairly, always honoring the spirit of the gameandrespecngouropponents.

Together, let's make this season one to remember. Let's create memories, forge friendships, and celebrate the joy of netball. Good luck to all teams, and let'smakethisseasonourbestoneyet!

SaraGray

Best On Court: Abbey Duncan (Kalangadoo) A RESERVE

Robe 45 defeated Kalangadoo 30

Best On Court: Alannah Jennings (Robe)

B RESERVE

38

17 & UNDER

15 & UNDER

Kalangadoo 67

30

13 & UNDER

Kalangadoo 41 defeated Glencoe 28

Best On Court: Ava Prosperi-Porta (Kalangadoo)

The Glencoe Netball Club congratulates Chloe Watson who today plays her 200th Club Game. Chloe came to Glencoe in 2011 and played her 15&Under and 17&Under netball with the Club. She graduated into the senior ranks in 2014 and has been a part of the A Reserve/B Grade sides ever since. Chloe is an athlec and versale player who is able to hold down any mid-court posion with ease and can also play in the goal circle when required. Her extra height, denied to most midcourt players, enables her to get her hands to many balls.

Chloe had a stellar season in 2021 not only taking out Club B Grade Best & Fairest but also the League Best & Fairest as well as being part of the premiership side – an amazing feat not accomplished by many. She was also a part of the B Grade premiership side again the following year in 2022.

Congratulaons Chloe and thank you for your dedicaon to the Club.

Also congratulaons to Shae Tweddle playing her 50th club game today and Alarna Briggs playing her 150th club game.

Hatherleigh 43 defeated Mount Burr

Best On Court: Eliza Burton (Hatherleigh)

Mount Burr 57 defeated Tantanoola 45 Best on Court: Ella Easterby (Mount Burr)

defeated Hatherleigh

Best On Court: Chloe Peacock (Kalangadoo)

2024 SEASON FIXTURE

Round 1 - 13th April 2024

Kongorong v. Mount Burr

Glencoe v. Hatherleigh

Tantanoola v. Robe

Port MacDonnell v. Kalangadoo

Nangwarry bye

Round 2 - 20th April 2024

Robe v. Glencoe

Hatherleigh v. Kongorong

Mount Burr v. Kalangadoo

Port MacDonnell v. Nangwarry

Tantanoola bye

Round 3 - 27th April 2024

Kalangadoo v. Hatherleigh

Kongorong v. Robe

Nangwarry v. Mount Burr

Glencoe v. Tantanoola

Port MacDonnell bye

Round 4 - 4th May 2024

Robe v. Kalangadoo

Hatherleigh v. Nangwarry

Mount Burr v. Port MacDonnell

Tantanoola v. Kongorong

Glencoe bye

Round 5 - 11th May 2024

Kalangadoo v. Tantanoola

Kongorong v. Glencoe

Nangwarry v. Robe

Port MacDonnell v. Hatherleigh

Mount Burr bye

Round 6 - 18th May 2024

Robe v. Port MacDonnell

Hatherleigh v. Mount Burr

Glencoe v. Kalangadoo

Tantanoola v. Nangwarry

Kongorong bye

Round 7 - 25th May 2024

Kalangadoo v. Kongorong

Mount Burr v. Robe

Nangwarry v. Glencoe

Port MacDonnell v. Tantanoola

Hatherleigh bye

Round 8 - 1st June 2024

Kalangadoo 108 d. Hatherleigh 100

Tantanoola 88 d. Glencoe 54

Nangwarry 103 d. Kongorong 75

Mount Burr 60 lt. Robe 76

Port MacDonnell bye

8th June - South East Zone Carnival

Round 9 - 15th June 2024

Hatherleigh v. Tantanoola

Mount Burr v. Glencoe

Nangwarry v. Kalangadoo

Port MacDonnell v. Kongorong

Robe bye

1st Semi Final Preliminary Final

31st August 2024

14th September 2024

Round 10 - 22nd June 2024

Mount Burr v. Kongorong

Hatherleigh v. Glencoe

Robe v. Tantanoola

Kalangadoo v. Port MacDonnell

Nangwarry bye

Round 11 - 29th June 2024

Glencoe v. Robe

Kongorong v. Hatherleigh

Kalangadoo v. Mount Burr

Nangwarry v. Port MacDonnell

Tantanoola bye

Round 12 - 6th July 2024

Hatherleigh v. Kalangadoo

Robe v. Kongorong

Mount Burr v. Nangwarry

Tantanoola v. Glencoe

Port MacDonnell bye

13th July - SA Country Championships

Round 13 - 20th July 2024

Kalangadoo v. Robe

Nangwarry v. Hatherleigh

Port MacDonnell v. Mount Burr

Kongorong v. Tantanoola

Glencoe bye

Round 14 - 27th July 2024

Tantanoola v. Kalangadoo

Glencoe v. Kongorong

Robe v. Nangwarry

Hatherleigh v. Port MacDonnell

Mount Burr bye

Round 15 - 3rd August 2024

Port MacDonnell v. Robe

Mount Burr v. Hatherleigh

Kalangadoo v. Glencoe

Nangwarry v. Tantanoola

Kongorong bye

Round 16 - 10th August 2024

Kongorong v. Kalangadoo

Robe v. Mount Burr

Glencoe v. Nangwarry

Tantanoola v. Port MacDonnell

Hatherleigh bye

Round 17 - 17th August 2024

Hatherleigh v. Robe

Nangwarry v. Kongorong

Port MacDonnell v. Glencoe

Mount Burr v. Tantanoola

Kalangadoo bye

Round 18 - 24th August 2024

Tantanoola v. Hatherleigh

Glencoe v. Mount Burr

Kalangadoo v. Nangwarry

Kongorong v. Port MacDonnell

Robe bye

2nd Semi Final Grand Final

7th September 2024

21st September 2024