THE WENTY GOALPOST Celebrating 50 years - established 1965 Issue #9 5 May 2015 From the Secretary... Hi everyone, With good weather predicted for this week, hopefully we can get back out on the field. Freame Park is closed for training till Tuesday 5th May 2015 by council. Facebook page will be updated and your coach will know by 3pm. Remember if training is on: Our fields are looking great so please continue to stay out of goalmouths, avoid sprints, turning drills including shuttle runs on the playing fields. Steve Dearth Save the date 50th anniversary dinner Merrylands Bowling Club - 25 July 2015 Full details soon! WUFC proudly sponsored by... What s inside... Round 6 draw BBQ Duty Senior Mens Knockout Team sheets
Round 6 draw Saturday 9th / Sunday 10th may 2015 Bbq duty Saturday 9 may 2015 It takes two (2) volunteeers to operate the BBQ. Under 8 Blue - 8.30am to 10.30am The Club relies heavily on fundraising through our Canteen and BBQ sales so please help out and purchase big during the season.
Important info about Team sheets Team sheets will be emailed to coaches/ managers each week (NSWCFA TEAMS). It is your responsibility to take to games and hand to referee before the game. Fully completed Code of conduct of parents, spectators and coaches Codes of Acceptable Conduct- Parents & Spectators Encourage children to participate do not force them. Remember that organised sport is for children s enjoyment, not yours. Focus on the child s efforts and performance rather than winning or losing. Encourage players to always participate by the rules and officials decisions. Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game. Positive comments are motivational. Remember that children learn best by example. Applaud good performance and efforts from each team. Congratulate all participants upon their performance regardless of the games outcome. Respect officials decision and teach children to do likewise. Respect for your team s opponents Codes of Acceptable Conduct - Coaches Remember that children participate for pleasure and that winning is only part of the fun. Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing. Be reasonable in your demands on young players time, energy and enthusiasm. Teach your players to always follow the rules, which are unbreakable. Whenever possible group players to ensure that everyone has a reasonable chance of success. Avoid overplaying the talented players. The just average need and deserve equal time
Senior mens knockout comp The Senior Mens knockout comp begins on Tuesday 12 May and Wednesday 13 May 2015. As you can see below, Premier League and the AAM BLUE squad are playing on these dates. Your coach/mananger will keep you posted on these games. WHAT DO I DO IF IT S RAINING AND I M NOT SURE IF TRAINING OR THE GAME IS ON? 1. Ring the Holyroyd Wet Weather line: (02) 9294 1418 2. Check the WUFC Facebook page for updates www.facebook.com/wusfc 3. Check the WUFC website for updateswww.wentyfootball.org 4. Check your email it s likely the Club has sent an email communicating details of whether grounds are open. 5. As a last resort, contact your Coach or Manager if you are unsure.
Calendar of upcoming events Saturday June 6 Six a side Gala Day for 6s, 7s, 8s, 9s, 10s, 11s, 12 (Blue) Maonday June 8 Six a side Gala Day for 13s, 15s, 15, AAM, O35s Thursday June 11 Zone rep trials for U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, Mondays June 22 & 29 National Titles Trials U16 Boys & U18 Boys (7pm) Jones Park Wednesday June 24 & Thursday July 2 National Titles Trials U16 Girls (5.30pm) & All Age Ladies (7pm) Freame Park Tuesdays June 30 & July 7 National Titles Trials U23 & All Age Mens (7pm) Jones Park July 1 & 2 National Titles Trials U14 (6pm) Jones Park To trial for National Titles (27/9 1/10/15) a nomination form must be completed prior to trialling (available at www.nswcfa.com.au) NATIONAL TITLES NOMINATIONS The National Titles Player, Coach & Manager nominations for 2015 are now open. The 2015 National Titles will be held at Sydney Academy of Sport & Recreation at Narrabeen from 27th September until 1st October 2015. The 2015 competition has been extended to a four day competition. Players, Coaches and Managers will be expected to live at Narrabeen for the duration of the competition. The cost of the competition per person will be $820 per person, this includes Accommodation, linen, meals, uniform & entry fees. To nominate to trial for the National titles, please fill out the nomination form and either email to secretary@nswcfa.com.au or mail to NSW Churches Football Association PO Box 509, Chester Hill NSW 2162. Forms available at www.nswcfa.com.au
Over 35s - Have you got your pink slip yet? The outdoor winter football season is underway again and like me, despite everybody else reminding you of your age, you have committed for another season to the game you love. We are one of the fastest growing segments of the game, weekend warriors male and female over 35 looking to get fit or stay fit whilst enjoying the interactions with friends and the larger football community. This comes with great benefit but not without risk. Football is a great way to keep fit and healthy, prolonging activity and promoting personal well-being. People who exercise regularly also feel more energetic, manage their weight better, have lower blood pressure and have stronger muscles and bones. However we should not take our health for granted just because we can still kick a ball. If you own a car each year you are asked to re-register it and if it is not brand new you are asked to get a pink slip - In New Zealand they call it a Warrant of Fitness. You then pay your insurance and then you are free to drive it for another year. Football is not much different except for one thing, we don t ask you about your fitness, we don t ask if you have checked under your bonnet, or if your tyres and brakes are okay. For our cars we wouldn t think twice about checking those things and fixing what's required. Sometimes it costs a bit and we lose a few hours at the mechanics but we do it because we need to ensure our car stays on the road. Let s face it, our bodies are not brand new. If you were like most, you probably invested more in your boots this year than your health checks. To ensure we all continue to enjoy the game we love I ask of you one thing. See your GP and get your pink slip early this season. It is possibly the most important investment you will ever make. You need to be healthy to stay healthy. Have a great season and I hope you enjoy every moment, What children really want from sport Sport provides many valuable learning experiences, but for most children enjoyment is the most important outcome. If they don t have fun, they will not want to play. Ask children and you ll discover the scoreboard, trophies and winning are not really that important. While they may not remember the score from a game played just two weeks ago they will recall a funny incident or who they played with after the match. In fact, one of the most satisfying things about sport for children comes from being with their friends and being part of a team. All adults involved in children s sport parents, spectators, coaches and officials can help children get maximum enjoyment from sport by focusing on what they like most about the game. Emphasise the importance of effort and having fun, rather than the score. Top tips Talk about trying hard and having fun, not just winning Don t pressure children it s their game not yours Never criticise or ridicule children Discuss with children what they enjoy about a game.