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25.01.2022 Player Profile Name: Sarah Sheldon How long have you been with Armstrong United? Since our first season What other Soccer clubs have you been a part of/played at? Drysdale SC... Who is the best player you've played with, and the best player you've played against? Played with: Becky Walker, she’s just so hardcore and I love it. Played against: Not sure! What's your favourite playing positon? Keeper but I always end up with an injury that I complain about for months What professional soccer club do you support? Newcastle United Who is your favourite soccer player? Viola Hastings haha! What's the best goal you've ever seen? Lucas Ellis from halfway line hungover on a Sunday after the keeper threw it in for him What's your favourite sporting moment? (can be yours, or one you've witnessed) Tommy Burns slide tackling someone every chance he gets Favourite non-soccer sports team Cats I guess? What person at the club would win 'Dancing With The Stars' and why? Moses Machao because the man sure knows how to boogie What's your go-to meal in the kitchen? Classic spaghetti or enchiladas What one thing that always puts a smile on your face? Friday knock off time At the moment I’m loving a bit of Vance Joy especially while I fill time with a paint by numbers Favourite band or musician? Favourite TV Show Favourite Movie Friends or Greys Alllllll of the fast and furious or Harry Potters If you could have three people over for dinner, who would they be and why? Katrina Lee because she always cooks the absolute best food and brings a wine. Channing Tatum because please who wouldn’t! Plus #hallpass, Beck Walker cause I miss a Friday night dinner turning into leaving at 2am with the walkers! If you could have witnessed one moment in history what would it have been? Sunderland getting relegated, making a show about it and then getting relegated again. See more

25.01.2022 Pelican Fact of the Day: The Pelican family is at least 30-Million years old. The earliest pelican fossil on record is a 30-million-year-old skull that was found in the Oligocene deposits of France. That is significantly older than the Armstrong United Pelicans, who only started in 2018. ... This has been your Pelican fact of the day.

23.01.2022 Name: Mike Parker How long have you been with Armstrong United? Since day 1..... What other Soccer clubs have you been a part of/played at? Dingley Soccer Club, Brintons, Surfside Waves, Drysdale SC Who is the best player you've played with, and the best player you've played against? With - Mark Blaskovic, Against - Josip Skoko What's your favourite playing positon? Central Defence... What professional soccer club do you support? Tottenham Hotspur Who is your favourite soccer player? Dev Russell What's the best goal you've ever seen? Can’t remember the name but a classy central defender moving up the pitch with grace and guile to get on the end of a cross against Breakwater last year.... brilliant first touch, control and thumping finish into the top corner. What's your favourite sporting moment? 91 FA Cup Favourite non-soccer sports team? Geelong Cats What person at the club would win 'Dancing With The Stars' and why? Moses Machao... those hips don’t lie What's your go-to meal in the kitchen? Nachos What one thing that always puts a smile on your face? A sweating Lucas Ellis Favourite band or musician? Tommy Burns post match Favourite TV Show: 90 Day Fiance Favourite Movie: Happy Gilmore If you could have three people over for dinner, who would they be and why? Rat Pack... If you could have witnessed one moment in history what would it have been? Spurs winning something... anything See more

20.01.2022 Take a closer look at player, and corner kick specialist, John Adams (with cameos from Leandro Lotuffo and Callum Eckersley) https://www.pitchero.com//this-is-armstrong-united--john-a

20.01.2022 Div 1 Ladder Update: PELICANS REMAIN UNDEFEATED AND TOP OF THE TABLE! It's nearly the end of May and Armstrong United's DIV 1 side remains undefeated and sits top of the table. Although Barwon Soccer Club and Bell Park Sports Club are breathing right down our necks, all on equal points ... We'd like to note, a lot of our top of the table success is down to a strong club culture.... and being named Armstrong

20.01.2022 Pelican Fact of the Day: Pelicans attack their prey by diving into them at high-speed, stunning their victim. It’s a dangerous stunt, but pelicans have numerous adaptations that keep them from injuring themselves when they smack into the water. To keep their neck vertebrae from getting broken, they stiffen the surrounding muscles as they dive; by throwing their wings straight backwards, pelicans can avoid fracturing any of the bones in the appendages on the unforgiving waves.... They also have sacks of air around their necks that inflate on impact, like an airbag. This is unlike the Armstrong United Pelicans, where diving is frowned upon. That was your Pelican Fact of the Day

19.01.2022 **AUFC MASKS HAVE ARRIVED** With the mandatory wearing of face coverings looking like it is here to stay, we have gotten our hands on some of our very own branded masks! Get your hands on one now for $20 and continue to support your local Pelicans even while we aren’t allowed to take the field. It will be great to see some fellow Pelicans around our local area wearing our colours ... Check out some of our members putting on their best modelling show of our masks Each mask is 3 layer cotton with adjustable ear straps to ensure a snug fit! By far the best masks some of us have tried, so easy to breathe through and stay nice and snug! The masks are adult sizing however with the adjustable ear straps you can make them smaller to suit teen size also. Please contact the page directly to purchase! Local contact free pick up and delivery to the Armstrong Creek/ Mount Duneed area is available! Stay safe everyone, hopefully we get to see you soon x

18.01.2022 YOUTH SOCCER 2021 EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST If you're missing sports as much as we are this year, email [email protected] to register your interest for the 2021 season. All ages welcomed!... All experience levels ecouraged! It's completely commitment free, just email us and we'll keep you up to date as the 2021 season gets closer. That email again, [email protected]

16.01.2022 From Camp Nou to Pelican Park? We think Leo Messi looks pretty good in Armstrong United colours. What about you? It'll also answer one of the big question marks on the great man's CV, "...But can he do it on a rainy Friday night in Corio?"

15.01.2022 DALE WALKER TO COACH PELICANS IN 2021 After what can be only desciribed as a bit of a false start in the cancelled 2020 season, Dale Walker has agreed to coach the Pelicans Senior Mens side in 2021. We're excited to have Dale and his experience at Armstrong United going forward, and coach and club alike are looking forward to working together to bring another successful season to Armstrong. ... As we've all been reminded this year, Football is not just a game but a great social outlet and a positive factor towards physical and mental health, and Dale is excited to be working with the club.

15.01.2022 Armstorng United Profile Lucas Ellis How long have you been with Armstrong United? 2 yrs What other Soccer clubs have you been a part of/played at? Victoria Park Soccer Club, Ballarat Soccer Club, Red Devils Soccer Club... Who is the best player you've played with, and the best player you've played against? Nick Karametis. James Robinson. What's your favourite playing positon? Central Midfield/ CDM (Number 6) What professional soccer club do you support? Chelsea Football Club Who is your favourite soccer player? Modric What's the best goal you've ever seen? The two goals I scored against Colac. Ask Ben Eckie, he stills owes me $$$$ for them What's your favourite sporting moment? (can be yours, or one you've witnessed) World cup qualifier against Aust V Uruguay. Favourite non-soccer sports team? Geelong Cats What person at the club would win 'Dancing With The Stars' and why? John Adams, his prancing on football reminded me of a ballerina. What's your go-to meal in the kitchen? Chicken Satay What one thing that always puts a smile on your face? Playing football Favourite band or musician? Fleetwood Mac Favourite TV Show? Yellowstone Favourite Movie? Shawshank Redemption. If you could have three people over for dinner, who would they be and why? Carl Barron Joel Selwood Eric Thomas If you could have witnessed one moment in history what would it have been? Mike Parker scoring a goal

15.01.2022 Excited for Masters Football early in 2021! Thanks KonQa for the great looking shirts!

14.01.2022 As there isn't a whole lot going on soccer-wise at the moment, here is a fact about Pelicans. Pelican Fact of the Day: Pelicans don't store food in the pouch on their bills Despite what the catchy children's song tells you, a pelicans beak cannot hold more than it's belly can. A pelican's beak does not hold any food, it's only used as a way to capture food. ... This is similar to the Armstrong United Pelicans, who also don't hold food in their bills. This has been your pelican fact of the day.

13.01.2022 SENIOR COACH ANNOUNCEMENT We're thrilled to announce that experienced coach, Leonie Smith is taking control of the Armstrong United Senior Womens' team in 2021. Leonie comes with a wealth of experience, having coached around the region.... We are absolutely thrilled to have Leonie on board and taking the reins next season. This is the first step, in what is looking to be a successful 2021 for our Women's side.

13.01.2022 This is Armstong United: Tommy Burns

12.01.2022 Great news for the Pelicans and other clubs in the area.

11.01.2022 We’re taking steps to protect our coaches and volunteers with these AUFC face masks from Konqa. Masks should be here in a couple of weeks, please contact the page if you would like one as we know they are proving difficult to come by. #pelicans2020

09.01.2022 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST TO COACH AT ARMSTRONG UNITED FC JUNIOR COACHES MEN'S DIV 3 COACH COACHING ASSISTANTS... Join The 2021 Coaching Team At Armstrong United FC we pride ourselves on being the newest and most dynamic football club in the Geelong region. We are in our infancy, yet we are breaking new ground with our new facilities and are building upon the previous successful years. Are you a current club coach, returning to coaching or would like to join the exciting coaching team at Armstrong United FC? We want to hear from you! Despite the false start that was 2020 sports... The growth and success from our founding years means we will be fielding numerous Men’s teams in the Geelong Football Competition including Division 1 Open Men’s Competition in 2021. Along with our women’s team playing in the Division 2, which we will continue to see growth in 2021. There are also numerous junior teams. This coaching roles will be vital to the development of all players at all levels across the club. Your future club is seeking expressions of interest for numerous senior mens, womens, and junior teams in 2021. This is an exciting opportunity for coaches who are looking to develop a team culture as we look to rise amongst the ranks of local football in the coming years. We are looking for the right people to come and build on our firm foundations, further develop our exciting list of players as well as adding players that embrace our community based culture. Armstrong United FC is committed to fully supporting our coaches’ development, providing opportunities for you to further your coaching knowledge and qualifications. The role will be fully supported by our Technical Director and coaching panel. For all enquiries and applications please contact: Lucas Ellis Technical Director Armstrong United FC 0409 457 514

08.01.2022 Pelican Fact of the Day: Pelicans have light skeletons. The reason that the pelican can fly is because its skeleton is very light. It only accounts for an average of 10% of their whole body weight. This is unlike the Armstrong United Pelicans who cannot fly - Probably due to our heavy skeletons. ... This has been the Pelican Fact of the Day

08.01.2022 This is Armstrong United - James Kayler-Thomson https://www.pitchero.com//this-is-armstrong-united-james-k

07.01.2022 AUFC MEMBERS Those of you that registered prior to the cancellation of our season due to COVID-19 have received an email from our secretary, Sarah Sheldon in regards to refund options for your 2020 registration fee. Please check your email for correspondence from Sarah and get back to us ASAP so we can finalise refunds for all registered players.... Thank you all for your patience with us whilst we navigate these times. We hope all players, parents and our community are staying safe and we look forward to seeing everyone soon

07.01.2022 Hey guys! Just a reminder for all members (this includes parents as the contact of junior members) that were registered for the 2020 season to check your emails and follow the instructions for de-registration. There are also options for refund of the 2020 registration fee included in the email, if you could please respond with your preference ASAP it would be greatly appreciated. Happy Sunday

06.01.2022 Armstrong United is excited be the first football club to wear KonQa kits made from recycled plastic bottles, including our brand new away shirt for season 2021. Good for Pelicans both on and off the pitch! #pelicans

05.01.2022 If you're looking to pull on the boots again, or play for the first time, Armstrong United want to hear from you! Preseason training for the 2021 season is all of a sudden around the corner, so if you're interested in learning more just send us a message here on Facebook and we'll get back to you.

04.01.2022 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST TO COACH AT ARMSTRONG UNITED FC Join The 2021 Coaching Team At Armstrong United FC we pride ourselves on being the newest and most dynamic football club in the Geelong region. We are in our infancy, yet we are breaking new ground with our new facilities and are building upon the previous successful years.... Are you a current club coach, returning to coaching or would like to join the exciting coaching team at Armstrong United FC? We want to hear from you! Despite the false start that was 2020 sports... The growth and success from our founding years means we will be fielding numerous Men’s teams in the Geelong Football Competition including Division 1 Open Men’s Competition in 2021. Along with our women’s team playing in the Division 2, which we will continue to see growth in 2021. There are also numerous junior teams. These coaching roles will be vital to the development of all players at all levels across the club. Your future club is seeking expressions of interest for numerous senior mens, womens, and junior teams in 2021. This is an exciting opportunity for coaches who are looking to develop a team culture as we look to rise amongst the ranks of local football in the coming years. We are looking for the right people to come and build on our firm foundations, further develop our exciting list of players as well as adding players that embrace our community based culture. Armstrong United FC is committed to fully supporting our coaches’ development, providing opportunities for you to further your coaching knowledge and qualifications. The role will be fully supported by our Technical Director and coaching panel. For all enquiries and applications please contact: Lucas Ellis Technical Director Armstrong United FC 0409 457 514

04.01.2022 ANNOUNCEMENT - SEASON 2020 Armstrong United FC wish to advise that our committee last week made the difficult decision to withdraw all football teams for the 2020 season. This includes the all seniors, juniors and mini roos teams. With the uncertainty around restrictions and a lack of clear direction from Football Victoria It has become evident that we cannot guarantee a safe environment for players to play football or for our members to come to the games to support, if gam...es were to get going without risking infection from the COVID19 virus. Put simply, we aren’t willing to risk the health and well-being of our players and families. We aren’t willing to enter teams this week as required by Football Victoria without any confirmation of season start or length. We aren’t willing to ask our players to pay for registration with the above all still to be determined. Last week we conducted a survey of players and parents, with 70% of players supporting a cancellation of the season and regroup for the preseason in preparation for season 2021. We acknowledge that sport is very important to the overall wellbeing and mental health of our players and their families. As much as we would love to return to normality, the landscape in this this global pandemic is constantly changing and it would be remiss of the club not to put the well-being of our community front and centre. We hope you appreciate and understand the cautious course of action we are taking. Once we are in a position to reopen the club in accordance with government and local council guidelines we will put together a range of free sessions and social events (training, friendly games etc) ensuring the AUFC community can reengage with our great football club. This may be the end of our official season in 2020 however our club and members will be as active as ever on the pitch in the coming months once restrictions allow, albeit in a different way than usual. We will be announcing registration refund options and plans for social activities and training sessions once the restrictions ease and a path forward becomes clearer. While season 2020 was going to be a great year for the club, our resolve for success will only become greater as we begin to plan for season 2021.

03.01.2022 Support our new partners.... Geelong Access Hire!

01.01.2022 We are planning on entering a team in the Masters Summer League this summer and looking for players to finalise our squad. Shortened games with with a focus on fun and a social beer afterwards. Season runs for 10 weeks! Past player?... New to the game but wanting a run? Parent of a junior? Keen to meet new people? Shoot us a message here and we can get you involved!

01.01.2022 Pelican Fact of the Day: Pelicans can be found on every continent except Antarctica. In a similar way, there are no Armstrong United Pelicans in Antarctica yet. This has been your pelican fact of the day.