Newsletter 1 - 1 February 2012

WDFC Newsletter 1, 2012

Late Registrations - Tue, Wed & Thu 5 - 6pm

Thank you to everyone who came along to WDFC registration today, particularly those who made our jobs easier by registering online and bringing in their invoices for payment. For those who were unable to register today or have payments outstanding, our Registrar Jane Riley will be at the club rooms Tue, Wed & Thu this week from 5 – 6pm to take your registrations and payment.  Payment in person will be by cash or cheque only. You can pay online by direct deposit BSB: 803 070, Acc No: 34360 (please include surname and initial as statement reference).

For more information about how register online, please visit our 2012 Registration page: http://www.wodongadiamondsfc.com.au/registration

2012 Registrations

Welcome to Season 2012! On-line registrations are now open via the My FootBall Club website – www.myfootballclub.com.au

Visit our Registration page for instructions and further information are to assist you with the registration process.

Registration Day for Wodonga Diamonds is Sunday 5^th February from 10am – 2pm, with a sausage sizzle. All you will need to bring is your invoice, fee payment, and proof of age if required.

If you have any questions or need assistance please contact our Registrar, Jane Riley on 0402 030 033 or email rodriley@dragnet.com.au. We look forward to seeing you on Registration Day!

Local Sport Champions Grants - Now Open

Grants to help young people pursue their sporting dreams

Young people find it difficult to meet the ongoing and significant costs associated with participation at sporting competitions, particularly those from regional areas.

The Local Sporting Champions program is an Australian Government initiative designed to provide financial assistance for young people aged 12-18 towards the cost of travel, accommodation, uniforms or equipment when competing, coaching or officiating at an official national sporting organisation (NSO e.g. Football NSW) endorsed state or national sporting championships or a School Sport Australia national championships.
 

Application forms

• Local Sporting Champions Program - Individual Application
• Local Sporting Champions Program - Team Application

Who is eligible?

The Local Sporting Champions program is designed to support young people participating in state and national level sporting championships as either an athlete, coach, umpire or referee.

To be eligible for a Local Sporting Champions grant, young people must meet the following criteria:

• Be between 12 and 18 years of age (inclusive) at the time of the nominated sporting championship.
• Be participating as an athlete, coach, umpire or referee in:
       - an official state championships endorsed by the relevant Australian Sports Commission (ASC) recognised national sporting organisation (NSO e.g. Football NSW), or  
       - an official national championships endorsed by the relevant Australian Sports Commission (ASC) recognised national sporting organisation (NSO e.g. Football NSW), or
       - a national school sport championships endorsed by School Sport Australia.
• Applications must be completed and submitted to the ASC prior to the championship commencing (Please note, saved applications must be submitted before the competition commences).
• Travel greater than 250km return to participate in the championship.
• Be an Australian citizen.
• Must not have received a Local Sporting Champions grant for an event held during the current financial year, whether as an individual or a member of a team.
• Must not have received funding from another funding program administered by the ASC for the nominated championship.
• The nominated championship must not be a professional competition that involves prize money greater than $500.

 
Frequently asked questions

How are the grants distributed throughout Australia?
The grants will be distributed by the Australian Sports Commission on behalf of federal members of parliament.

When should I apply?
Applications must be received prior to the commencement of the championships. Applications will not be considered if lodged after the commencement of a championship.

What is the value of the individual and team grants?
Grants of $500 will be available for successful individual applicants, and $3000 for successful team applications.

What are the grants intended for?
Each  grant can contribute towards the cost of travel, accommodation, uniforms or equipment for the nominated national sporting organisation endorsed state or national sporting championships, or national school sport championships.

What type of competition can the grants contribute towards?
Applications for participation in an Australian Sports Commission endorsed state and national level sporting championships held by a recognised national sporting organisation or national sporting organisations for people with disability will be considered, as will applications for national school sport championships endorsed by School Sport Australia.

What type of competition is ineligible for a grant?
Applications for participation in the following competitions will not be considered for a grant:

• international competitions or tours (any event held outside of Australia, or any international event held in Australia), for example the ISAF Youth World Championships in Istanbul or any international event held in Australia for example the International Under 16 Cricket Test Series vs West Indies
• development or training squads and camps, for example Australian U19 Women's Lacrosse Training Camp
• ongoing seasonal competitions, for example WA Basketball League or FNSW Premier League
• state school sport competitions including any primary or secondary school sport state championships, for example the Queensland Secondary Schools Touch Championships
• local and regional competitions, for example BMX NSW Regionals
• indigenous only sport competitions, for example the NATSIBA (National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Basketball Association) Championships
• competitions run by organisations not affiliated with the ASC recognised national sporting organisation (e.g. Football NSW) or state sporting organisation
• friendship or invitational events, for example East Coast Slam or Southern Skies Tournament

When will I know if my application has been successful?
Assessment of applications takes place in three rounds, one every four months. It may therefore take up to five or six months before you are notified of the outcome of your application.

• Round 1 2011/12: 1 July 2011 - 31 October 2011. Assessment of applications received during this period will occur in November/December 2011. Applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application in December 2011 or January 2012.
• Round 2 2011/12: 1 November 2011 - 29 February 2012. Assessment of applications received during this period will occur in March/April 2012. Applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application in April or May 2012.
• Round 3 2011/12: 1 March 2012 - 30 June 2012. Assessment of applications received during this period will occur in July/August 2012. Applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application in August or September 2012.

How long will it take to receive my grant?
Up to two weeks after you have been notified of the successful outcome of your application.

Does submitting an application form guarantee that I will receive a grant?
No. There are a limited number of grants available in each electorate and in most cases there are more eligible applications than grants available. Applications are assessed locally against criteria that reflect the needs of that electorate.

For more information view these downloads:

• Eligibility Criteria (PDF, 74.9 KB)
• Factsheet (PDF, 106.4 KB)
• FAQ's (PDF, 118.0 KB)
• Terms and Conditions (PDF, 71.0 KB)

Or visit the grants website: Local Sporting Champions Program
 

Pre-season 2012 training - U16 & Thirds

All prospective U16 and Thirds players for the 2012 season are welcome to attend pre-season training every Monday and Wednesday from 6:30pm to 8:00pm, commencing  Wed 4 Jan 2012 at Diamond Park.

Players will be briefed by U16's coach, Peter Colombera at the first training session. Don’t forget to bring all gear, drinks, etc.
 
Happy New Year. Hope to see you all at training.

Newsletter 5 - 15 December 2011

Pre-season 2012 training - Ladies

Pre season training for women/girls will start on Wednesday 4th January 2012 from 6:00 - 8:00pm - all ages welcome. 

Active News - Nov 2011

Download City of Wodonga's sport and recreation newsletter "Active News - Nov 2011".

Coaches wanted for 2012 season

Expressions of interest are being sought for  coaching positions for the 2012 season. If you believe you have what it takes to assist build upon the success of the Club then we want to hear from you.

Please contact Linda Marks, Club Secretary for more information and to obtain an EOI form.

Informal Meeting

6:30pm Wed 9 November 2011, Diamonds on La Trobe

Prior to the Special General Meeting being held on Wednesday 16 November at the club rooms, the committee would like to invite individuals that are interested in:
     a) being on the committee and supporting roles
     b) taking up a coaching role in the 2012 season

to attend an informal meeting being held on Wednesday 9 November, commencing 6.30pm at the club room to discuss the roles in more detail and provide an opportunity for individuals to ask any particular questions they may have about the roles as well as the opportunity to put forward what they have to offer the club if they were to fulfil these roles.
 
Look forward to seeing you there!

Notice of Sepcial General Meeting

6:30pm 16 November 2011, Diamonds on La Trobe

On Wednesday night (19 Oct) the Wodonga Diamonds AGM was held. It was a great opportunity to again advise members of the activities which had occurred throughout the past twelve months.

Elections for the 2012 committee were also held – appointments were as follows:

• President – vacant
• Vice President – vacant
• Treasurer – Rosemary Currie
• Secretary – vacant
• Registrar – Jane Riley
• Committee members – Daniel Griffin, Sandra Griffin, Damon Ferguson, Eric Regulski, Catherine Schubert

Congratulations to all the above listed individuals.

As the President, Vice President & Secretary roles were not filled, the following individuals have agreed to fill the roles on a temporary basis (4 week period) until a Special General Meeting is held on Wednesday 16 November 2011, 6:30pm at the club rooms where another election will be held for these positions.

• President – Damon Ferguson
• Vice President – Peter Colombera
• Secretary – Barb Palmer

Thank you to the above named individuals for stepping forward into these important roles until the Special General Meeting is held.

What happens at the special general meeting on Wednesday 16 November 2011?

The three individuals named above will stand down from these roles and nominations from members will be taken from the floor. Where there are more than two nominations for a particular position, a voting ballot will be held.

If you are interested in nominating for the President, Vice President or Secretary positions, please come along on the 16 November and put forward a nomination. To speak to an existing, or past, committee member to determine what occurs in these roles, or for any queries in relation to the above, please contact the club Secretary Barb Palmer.

Skills Acquisition Program

The FFV in conjunction with FFA will be expanding the Skills Acquisition Program (SAP) over the summer period. FFV is delighted to announce the commencement of the Goulburn North East program. The SAP Foundation Squad will be open to players born in 2000, 2001 and 2002.

When and where are trials?

SAP Wodonga Trials
Dates: Mon 24th Oct & 31st October
Time: 6pm-7:30pm
Venue: Wodonga Senior Secondary College, Woodland St Wodonga
 
Download the SAP trials flyer for more information about the program and how to register.

Pre-season 2012 training

Pre-season training opportunities will be commencing from next Wednesday 5 October between 6-8pm at Diamonds on LaTrobe. Download information flyer.

For those that are interested and/or would like additional information, please contact Paul Millynn on
0407 498 392.

Note: Pre season training will also be announced and organised for junior teams just prior to and/or just after registration day in 2012 (as per usual each season). Junior players have the opportunity to fine tune their skills in the above noted sessions as well as in their individual teams early next year - it is the player and their parents decision.

WDFC Annual General Meeting

Wed 19 October 2011, 6:30pm
Diamonds on LaTrobe, University Drive, Wodonga

All 2012 nominations for committee must be obtained from Barb Palmer, Club Secretary and returned by 5pm, Wed 12th October 2011.

Additional item included in this year's AGM Agenda will be the updated Rules of Wodonga Diamonds. The document is available for members to view from 28 Sep 2011.

Note: Only the 2011 version of all forms associated with the AGM will be accepted. To be eligible to vote, all members must be financial (membership paid) in 2011.

Brunec's Goal Seals Upset Victory

Diamonds Sparkle in Extra Time

Prime7 news video - 12 Sep, 2011
In soccer, the Wodonga Diamonds have shocked Albury United in extra time for a stunning win in the Cup final. Veteran midfielder Paul Brunec scored the winner, which capped off a remarkable day at Jelbart Park.

Waters: We want to win it for Ben

Chirs Mitchell, The Border Mail - 10 Sep, 2011
WODONGA Diamonds star Adam Waters says his side will try to win tomorrow’s cup final for unlucky midfielder Ben Whitehead.

Whitehead is this year’s hard-luck story after receiving an automatic one-match suspension for receiving two cautions in last week’s 2-1 home semi-final win against Melrose FC. Read full article

Club Champions - 7 years running!

Last night the AWFA Presentation Dinner was held at the Commercial Club and Wodonga Diamonds was awarded 'Club Champions' again for the 7th consecutive year!!

This is a fantastic result and truly reflects the hard work, commitment and dedication of our coaches and teams.

Congratulations everyone on an awesome result.

GRAND FINAL - Sunday 11 September

Grand Final Draw & Site Map

Another great weekend of football has just passed! Diamonds had five teams in the semi finals vying for spots in the grand final (U10, U14, U14G, U16 & Snr Men) - all teams played fantastic games and the support from members was also fantastic!
 
Of these five teams, three have gained places in the Grand Final this coming Sunday 11 September - namely U10, U16 & Snr Men.
 
PLEASE come along and show your support for these fantastic teams in the grand final.
 
Again I would like to mention that it was a great effort to have all our teams in the finals and to have five teams progress to the semi's was also a tremendous feat in itself.
 
The Carriers will be staying open late on Sunday night to enable all Diamond members and supporters to celebrate the end of the season together which in anyone's books has been truly amazing!
 
GO DIAMONDS!!!