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The schedule for our annual Pittwater trial day is now available.
U/6-U/11 SCHEDULE
U12-U18 SCHEDULE
Matches are being played at Careel, Kitchener and WSV. Careel Bay will host 34 matches across the day. The Canteen and Club Shop will be open, so please make sure you get all your gear for the season by the end of the day.
Your team managers will be in touch to confirm kick off times, and further arrangements. And fingers cross for the weather!
Head on down to Careel Bay this Saturday 23rd March, as we’ll have the club shop up and running. We’ll be there from 9am-12pm.
Don’t forget this season you will receive your club shirt AND shorts from your team manager. We have a brand new kit design and you’ll need to get the new socks. A reminder you need socks, shin pads, boots and a ball to start the new season.
We also have a full range of additional merchandise including hoodies, caps and jackets, and the best price in boots you’ll find anywhere!
On a weekend that saw most activities washed out, we managed to sneak a couple of pre-season games in on Sunday against Dunbar Rovers.
Yes it was wet but the synthetic field at Easts Rugby Club was brilliant and Dunbar great hosts.
Avalon had a 2-0 win in w14 and 3-2 win in w18’s. Both very close and competitive matches, and we thank Dunbar for their hospitality, and we look forward to returning the favour and seeing you down at The Bay.
Training
Fields must not be used for training when closed by the council. For the latest information on the fields, please head to the NB council website https://www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/sports-and-recreation/sportsfields-status
Please note: Fields may remain closed for a few days after a lot of rain, so please check even if it has not rained that day.
Matches
All matches must be assumed on unless you are informed otherwise. Sometimes games are moved to another grounds when the scheduled ground is closed. You can not assume your game is off even if the scheduled ground is closed.
The MWFA will inform the Club Competition Secretary of any changes. The Competition Secretary will inform the Age Coordinator and the Age coordinator will then inform your Team Manager.
Please do not contact the Competition Secretary directly as they are very busy getting messages out.
Want to further develop your coaching? Well we have a great opportunity for all coaches at Careel Bay this Saturday, as we host an MWFA Discovery Phase Coaching Course.
We’re passionate about giving all of our coaches the best opportunities possible and it’s great to have the opportunity to run this course on our doorstep. It doesn’t matter what level you are, this course will offer practical advice on making the most of every minute you spend with your team.
We’re on at Careel Bay this Saturday 16th March from 2pm-5pm and you must register here https://education-ffa.sportingpulse.com/event.asp?ID=20058
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday!
MWFA are once again offering everyone the chance to take part in some specialised Miniroos coaching courses throughout March.
These courses are designed for coaches/managers/volunteers and even parents involved with age groups U6-U11.
The 3-hour course is fully practical and encourages the coach to develop practices that are based on FUN. The emphasis is on natural development i.e. learning by PLAYING football. No coaching but organising FUN football exercises is the key to helping players build a love for the game. Another highlight of the course is that the coaches are exposed to basic rules of the game as well as tips and hints on building a football culture in a completely practical setting.
The ALDI MiniRoos Certificate is FREE OF CHARGE for all participants, but online registration is still compulsory.
For full course details and the chance to register head here http://www.mwfa.com.au/2019/02/new-courses-available-community-coaching-courses-2019/
Are you the next Mathew Ryan? Lydia Williams? Well Avalon Soccer Club want to hear from YOU!!!
We are looking for specialist keepers for season 2019. If you want to play for a community focussed club that is passionate about player development – including specialist goalkeeper coaching – and want to play in the most beautiful part of Sydney GET IN TOUCH!!
Mixed:
youth.vp@avalonsoccerclub.com.au
Women: youthwomen.vp@avalonsoccerclub.com.au
Senior Men: seniormen.vp@avalonsoccerclub.com.au
Senior Women:
seniorwomen.vp@avalonsoccerclub.com.au
This Sunday, 17th February, is our annual Team Forming day for U6-U9 age groups. This will be a busy morning as we have grading on too at the club.
Timing as follows:
U6 – 9am
U7 – 10am
U8 – 11am
U9 – 12pm
If you are forming teams across U6, U7, U8, U9 and U10 age groups, all team players MUST be registered before the team forming day on Sun 17/02/18. The Coach & Manager must be registered online, with WWCC details (including expiry dates) including a photo. Referees do not need to register online.Uniform – Every player must have Club socks, soccer boots (no trainers), shin pads and their own training ball (size 3).ALL items can be bought at the club house this weekend on either Saturday or Sunday 8-1pm. Club socks – $15 (new style pro performance to go with the new kit issued this year)Boots – $45Training ball – $25Shin pads -slip on ($15), ankle
Head down to Careel Bay this Saturday, 2nd February for an annual Registration/Junior information Day.
We’ll be there from 9am – 3pm to answer all your questions on the season ahead, assist with any registration issues, and provide advice on everything you need to know for season 2019, with many of our committee members on hand all day.
The Club Shop will also be open with great prices on boots, shin pads and a range of club merchandise.
2019 Grading Information
Grading is an essential part of a young players development to ensure that teams are able to compete with other teams at an equivalent level. As per the directive from MWFA, all sides from U11/W11 must be graded. As a club Avalon will also offer non-compulsory grading to U10/W10 sides/players that wish to be assessed.
Grading results are used in conjunction with the 2018 Coaches report to finalise teams. Please note you MUST be registered before grading commences.
WHEN:
Grading Days for 2019 will be spread across two weekends:
Sunday 10th Feb – U10/W10 – U12/W12 – 8am – 12.30pm
Saturday 16th Feb – U13 – U16 – 8am – 12.30pm
Sunday 17th Feb – W13 – W16 – 8am – 12.30pm
**Breakdown of individual age groups HERE**
THE CLUB SHOP WILL BE OPEN FROM 8am-1pm FOR ALL YOUR GEAR NEEDS
TO BRING:
· Football attire (including shin pads & boots), sunscreen, water bottle & enthusiasm!
TO DO:
· Arrive