Frankston YCW Junior Football Club in Frankston, Victoria | Amateur sports team

Frankston YCW Junior Football Club

Locality: Frankston, Victoria

Phone: +61 433 057 797

Address: Jubilee Park, Hillcrest Road, Frankston 3199 Frankston, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.stonecats.com.au

Likes: 644

Add/Update information

Reviews

Tags

• Sports club
• Sports & recreation venue
• Sport & recreation
• Amateur sports team

25.01.2022 We are looking for U11 (2009 born) and U13 (2007 born) players to join our growing teams. Come on down to training, and bring a friend with you! We are back at training now at Jubilee Park, Wed and Fri 4.30-5.30, in preparation for the season to start in July. Contact: coach Shane Blick 0457 814 856, team manager Rhiannon Blick 0421 345 611 or president Jason McMillan on 0433 057 797 for more information.

24.01.2022 HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE! Though we cannot be with our friends and extended family right now, let us be thankful for each other and not forget the real reason we celebrate Easter. Wikipedia - Easter, also called Pascha or Resurrection Sunday, is a festival and holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus from the dead, described in the New Testament as having occurred on the third day after his burial following his crucifixion by the Romans at Calvary c. 30 AD. He came, die...d for our sins and on the 3rd day rose and ascended into Heaven. It is this selfless sacrifice, love for us and his rebirth we celebrate and give thanks for today. Though it has been confirmed this morning we have another 4 weeks of lock down to go, with a review May 11, let us all band together, support one another and give thanks for what we do have during this difficult time, and that is each other. We are all having to sacrifice now, but a massive celebration and a rebirth of our freedoms and beloved footy season is not far away. May God Bless all of you, your families and friends.

24.01.2022 Good afternoon, Just following on from last week's post regarding your 2020 fees, can all registered and paid up 2020 members please check your emails, and respond as soon as possible so we can get the ball rolling on finalising the books. Thankyou!

24.01.2022 Hello Stonecats! Get ready for YCW Summer Footy Frenzy! This is a free 4 week clinic for our Auskick kids, junior Stonecats and other children in the local area to help get kids active post COVID lock downs and boost our numbers for season 2021. Click below to register NOW and secure your spot Stonecats are GO! http://www.stonecats.com.au//303-footy-frenzy-register-you

23.01.2022 DUE TO THE COOK COMING DOWN ILL.. DINNER IS CANCELLED TONIGHT.. SORRY

23.01.2022 Might not be footy time just yet but the concrete pads for our new interchange benches on Butler oval are done and the benches should be installed over the next fortnight.. Most sincere and massive thanks to Peta Murphy MP Federal Member for Dunkley and Frankston City Council from everyone at Frankston YCW FNC

22.01.2022 Yeah Boys, come get some, Footay! U16/17 boys from the Frankston area, footy is back on, back July 12 officially and we want you at the Stonecave, Home of the Mighty Frankston YCW Stonecats!! To become the next generation of Stonecats Seniors in the future and it starts NOW! So come on down to training and sign up! Coach Damian Berenger 0418 885 541 Team Manager, the awesome Mel Berenger 0410 563 095 So get down to training, sign up and get trained with the YC seniors and be...come part of the most successful club on the Peninsula - THE MIGHTY STONECATS, we help great kids become great footballers! Get on down to the Stonecave boys, we need you and want to sign you up TODAY! JOIN US IN 2020 See more

22.01.2022 Role Description Vice President The role of the Vice President is to shadow the President in providing leadership and responsibility for the organisation and the Committee and to step into the President’s roles where needed. Desirable Attributes:... The Vice President should: be well informed of all organisation activities and able to provide oversight be a person who can develop good relationships internally and externally be willing to step in for the President where needed including chairing meetings be forward thinking and committed to meeting the overall goals of the Club have a good working knowledge of the Committee Constitution, rules and duties of office bearers be able to work collaboratively with other Committee Members be a good listener and attuned to the interests of members and other interest groups be a good role model and a positive image for the Club in representing the Committee in other forums (e.g. league delegate meetings) be a competent public speaker be able to raise concerns with the President where they arise Specific duties include but are not limited to: Specific duties include but are not limited to: 1. In the event of the President being unable to fulfill his/her duties to step into that role 2. In the absence of the President, chair Committee meetings ensuring that they are run efficiently and effectively 3. Be an alternate signatory for the Club for legal purposes and financial purposes 4. Assist the President in deciding which matters are dealt with by the Executive, the full Committee and delegated to Committees 5. Coordinate Club planning to ensure appropriate plans are developed, presented to and reviewed by the Committee, and enacted as required 6. Represent the Club at meetings and forums as agreed with by the President 7. Other duties as nominated by the President and / or Committee

21.01.2022 A great initiative from Frankston City Council to help keep and get kids into sport! https://frankston.smartygrants.com.au/ISG2021 Eligibility Applicants must: Be a Frankston municipality resident; be school-aged up to 18 years; and hold a Health Care or Pension Concession card... Be applying to a sporting club that is not-for-profit, and based in Frankston municipality; (Council has discretion to consider applications for other recreational activities) Agree that Council will pay fees directly to the sporting club (on receipt of invoice) Once approved, join their nominated club within 8 weeks from the date of approval Compulsory uniform and equipment may be considered as part of the application on a case by case basis and in discussion with the sporting club Not have been the recipient of a previous Inclusion Support Grant within the same financial year (assistance can be provided for more than one family member per financial year). Have previously complied with conditions of any previous grants received in prior years (including properly accounting for prior funds). See more

21.01.2022 To the Mums, Step Mums and all other people that may be filling that special role in a childs life, Happy Mothers Day.. Though not all of us can be with our Mums today, no doubt they are all being sent love and hopefully spoilt a bit too!

21.01.2022 IMPORTANT - Please Read. Good afternoon, To all of those teams that have returned to training recently, thankyou for embracing the new protocols and abiding by the new rules regarding hygiene and keeping track of attendance. So far it has proven to be successful and hopefully reasonably simple. If you haven't returned to training yet and would like to, but still need clarification regarding protocols etc, please do not hesitate to contact me [email protected] I... have listed below the current requirements. We ALL have a part to play in ensuring that we follow the rules and can hopefully see a return to football games soon. *********************************************************************** Updated training protocols as issued by AFL Victoria on 2nd June 2020. Training Groups Two groups of 20 on an oval (plus a coach and reasonable number of people to support the activity) Maintain social distancing protocols where participants remain 1.5m apart There must be a distance between the two groups and groups cannot mix Venues with multiple ovals can have two groups of 20 per oval *********************************************************************** FURTHER INFORMATION: - Parents or other people are required to keep a reasonable distance from groups in an outdoor setting or will be included in the group of 20. - All activity and training must be non-contact, and no competitions are to take place. Contact sports must be modified so that you can maintain 1.5m distance. - No use of communal showers or change rooms, however toilets can open. - Footballs are allowed to be shared, however they must be disinfected before and after use. - Hand hygiene, (sanitiser) frequent environmental cleaning and disinfection, minimise sharing of equipment. - A 'training register must be kept with the names of all players taking part in training. *********************************************************************** FROM THE COMMITTEE: - Please ensure all players bring a clearly labelled drink bottle to training and that each player sanitises his/her hands prior to taking part in training. - We have to abide by a 'Get in, Train, Get out' protocol at the moment, so please ensure you arrive at the venue at least 5 minutes prior to the end of your child's training so they are not waiting around. We ask that any parent who helps on the oval during training (helpers kept to a minimum) has undertaken the Infection Control Training - COVID 19. This is a very simple 20 minute online course and can be found at https://www.health.gov.au//covid-19-infection-control-trai Please email your certificate of completion to [email protected] and state what team your child plays in. I understand this is a lot to take in at the moment and we thankyou for your continued support.

21.01.2022 Hi guys, Can I please ask Rob Coe (Xaviers parent) to get in touch with me [email protected] as I have some merchandise for you. Thankyou

20.01.2022 **Merchandise Sales** Due to popular demand Wagg Hill (the small building overlooking Coburn oval) will be open again this Sunday 5th July from 11am - 12pm for all your merchandise needs! ... Weve still got plenty of shorts, socks, beanies, polos, scarves etc. Card only payments please Have an awesome weekend!

20.01.2022 Merchandise Sales Due to popular demand, Wagg Hill (the small building overlooking Coburn oval) will be open again tomorrow afternoon 2nd July from 4:30pm - 5:30pm for all your merchandise needs! An order for hoodies and training tops will be made on Friday, so tomorrow is your last chance this week to get your order in. Weve still got plenty of shorts, socks, beanies, polos, scarves etc.... Card only payments please. See more

19.01.2022 One more post, sorry guys! Merchandise sales - We will not have Wagg Hill open on Wednesday or Thursday this week as originally planned. Due to lockdown, we are no longer able to offer this service.

19.01.2022 The YCW Junior Football Club 2021 AGM will be held on Tuesday 24th November at 7:00pm via Zoom. If you would like to attend and would like the Zoom details sent to you, please contact [email protected] by 5pm Friday 20th November, 2020.

19.01.2022 It's with a heavy heart that we deliver the following message from AFL.SE ..... And as a Committee, we will be meeting and keeping you informed of what is happening with Fees etc etc. ...........Continue reading

19.01.2022 Good morning to all YCW families, Whilst it is a great shame we cannot celebrate and remember our service men and women together in the usual way this ANZAC day - whether at dawn services, pre game ANZAC footy playing the last post, a game of 2 up and a beer with friends at the local RSL. We can however still pay our respects in our driveways at dawn and donate to their legacy as per the link below from our great and long standing sponsors and local institution, Frankston RSL... At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we WILL remember them. LEST WE FORGET https://www.frankstonrsl.com.au//appeals-c/anzac-day-2018/

18.01.2022 ***MERCHANDISE*** Good Morning YCW Family Unfortunately because of the inclement weather and poor ground conditions, today's Practice Match has been cancelled. ... Subsequently the "Merch Shop" will not be open We will still be open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays Have an awesome day! #gostonecats

18.01.2022 U16/17 boys from the Frankston area, footy is back on, back July 12 officially and we want you at the Stonecave, Home of the Mighty Frankston YCW Stonecats!! To become the next generation of Stonecats Seniors in the future and it starts NOW! So come on down to training and sign up! Coach Damian Berenger 0418 885 541 Team Manager, the awesome Mel Berenger 0410 563 095 So get down to training, sign up and get mentored by the YC seniors and become part of the most successful clu...b on the Peninsula - see what hard work is all about and what it can reward you with THE MIGHTY STONECATS, we help great kids become great footballers! Get on down to the Stonecave boys, we need you and want to sign you up TODAY! JOIN US IN 2020 See more

18.01.2022 I read the below post recently at another Junior Footy Club.. I asked the person "do you struggle to get volunteers?"... his response.. "who doesn`t ?!".. If there was ever a year when we should all work together to help each other and for the kids, its as of this year.. Jason McMillan Junior President... VOLUNTEER! 1. You’re needed. Our club is run by volunteer parents. You don’t need any special skills or qualifications. 2. Have a say. Don’t just sit on the sidelines this season and wonder why the club did this or didn’t do that. Your voice is important, sit with us around the table and tell us your ideas and point of view. 3. Enhance our culture. The Club is proud of its community spirit and positive culture. Lead by example, and come for the ride of building a happy, family club. 4. Your kids will be proud. They will appreciate the time you have given to help run our sporting club. It sets a great example to them to think of others and get involved. Studies show that children are more likely to be active when at least one parent is involved off field. 5. It’s an opportunity for you to give back. What better example can you give to your kids? 6. No experience necessary. We mentor and support each other in all roles and it’s really not that scary. Your volunteering also makes excellent resume fodder! 7. Share the workload. Sometimes people are put off by the perceived workload of joining a committee. The old adage ‘many hands make light work’ sums up how a committee should work, and while some roles may be more time consuming than others, everyone’s contribution helps. Being a family club, we understand the juggling act of all of our committee members. 8. It is free! It costs you nothing but a little of your time. We know how valuable that is and are grateful to all of our past, present and future committee members. 9. Make new friends. Meet parents from other age groups and work together to make our club even greater. 10. You’ll feel good. Volunteering is good for your mental and physical health. Nothing beats the feel good factor and satisfaction you’ll get from knowing that you’ve been a big part of making YCW the club where your kids love playing.

18.01.2022 Greetings everyone, Firstly a belated Happy 2021! I hope everyone is enjoying a break and some normality - though a Summer in Melbourne would be good right now! Im sure we can look forward to a better year than the last one! Registration Day is planned for Feb 14, 2021 at Jubilee Park, 10am til 2pm. This day is predominately for new registrations, new players and families. Existing and returning players are welcome to attend, buy merchandise and welcome new players but can r...Continue reading

18.01.2022 MERCHANDISE SALES!! Tuesday 30th June 4:30-6:00pm Wednesday 1st July 4:30-5:30pm Tuesday 7th July 4:30-6:00pm... Wednesday 8th July 4:30-5:30pm Wagg Hill (the small building overlooking Coburn oval) will be open for merchandise sales. All players need shorts and socks to take the field, so come and see us if you need them. Weve got scarves, beanies, caps, hoodies etc available too!! Card only payments please.

18.01.2022 Good afternoon, I hope you are all well. With season 2020 well and truly over, it's time to start looking forward to season 2021, and here's hoping it's going to be a ripper! I understand that junior footy might not be at the forefront of your mind at the moment, however we will be calling for 2021 committee nominations in the next couple of weeks and I am asking you to please consider being a part of the committee and doing your bit for your club. YCW JFC cannot run without ...a dedicated committee and whether you consider an executive position (Secretary, Treasurer etc) or would just like to be involved as a general committee member, your input is valued and appreciated. The committee meets once per month from about February to October and meetings are generally kept to a 1.5 hour time frame with the exception of a couple of longer meetings prior to season start. Please give some thought to being a part of the YCW JFC committee in 2021, and let's look forward to a bumper season! See more

17.01.2022 Our first FREE Footy Frenzy session was a massive hit with all the kids and parents alike! With 3 more weeks left we have some limited spots available for girls and boys.. but HURRY as these spots will go fast. PLUS Rob Tarrant from North Melbourne pays a special visit to us this week as well! Get your son and or daughter registered today!... http://www.stonecats.com.au//303-footy-frenzy-register-you

17.01.2022 With the State Govt update yesterday, we now have time lines to get back to full contact training as of next Monday June 22 and seasons will be able to start after July 20. There will be a presidents meeting this week and no doubt official releases from AFL and AFL South East to follow. Though not yet officially announced or a start date yet set, it is now likely we can look forward to a season start date being announced very shortly. We must however continue social distancing around the ground, good hygiene, use of hand sanitiser and cleaning equipment pre and post training until notified. More will follow this week with AFL SE releases.

17.01.2022 BECOME A STONECAT IN 2021! Frankston YCW Juniors will be having their 2021 registration day on SUNDAY FEB 14, 10am-2pm at Jubilee Park. Boys teams U8/U9/U10/U11/U12/U13/U14/U15/U16&17 U8s need to have turned 7 by April 30... Girls teams U10/U12/U14 U10 girls need to be 8 by April 30 It doesnt matter if you have never played before, many of our girls had never played before last year and came away with great memories and great new friendships! Frankston YCW is a strong, proud family club. We offer a complete pathway from Auskick to Junior and Senior Footy, competent and caring coaches and a safe, friendly professional environment where every child is encouraged to be the best they can be. So come along to Jubilee Park on Feb 14, meet the coaches and see why your child and family will be right at home at YCW, Home of the mighty Stonecats! For any questions please call Jason McMillan on 0433 057 797 Frankston YCW - we help great kids become great footballers!

16.01.2022 Look out for local press and school newsletters this week!

16.01.2022 Are you keen to have a go at Cricket?

15.01.2022 Merchandise sales update! Now the season is getting back on track, there is naturally enquiries coming in for apparel. We have been working out a roster for the people that are helping with apparel sales this year. As of this week, apparel will be available from Wagg Hill, (aka the building on the hill between Coburn oval and the trotting track) and will be open tonight from 5.30pm til 6.30pm. Moving forward it will be open Tuesday / Wednesday and Thursday from 5 - 6.30pm.

15.01.2022 Important! Please read. In a nutshell, all training is to cease from 11:59 on Wednesday 8th a July 2020. Please rest assured that your committee will keep you updated as we receive updates throughout the week.... FOR INFORMATION: AFL South East 2020 Junior Season Update Sent to all FDJFL and SEJ Club Presidents, Staff and AFLSE Advisory Committee To AFLSE Junior Clubs, Following todays announcement from the Victorian State Government, AFL South East (AFLSE) advise all clubs and umpires of the cessation of training as of midnight July 8 in line with the revised government restrictions. The State Government has noted that further updates will be released over the coming days and AFLSE will review these updates in relation to the commencement of the 2020 junior season. Based on these updates, it is our intention to provide a firm direction on the status of the season by the end of this week. We recognise the efforts of all clubs in the preparation for a season and encourage clubs to continue to engage with their members and participants during these unique times. Regards Shaun Connell AFL South East Chief Operating Officer

15.01.2022 Hurry there is limited spots still available for the Stonecats FREE Summer Footy Frenzy! Boys and Girls aged 5 to 14, all skill levels from beginners to more advanced .PLUS this week Rob Tarrant from North Melbourne pays us a special visit this week! Register today so your child doesn't miss out

15.01.2022 The Hardstone Family is a long proud standing name at YCW and have given so much over the years. Rocky has been a stalwart of the club, including co writing our 50 year book.. "We come from Jubilee Park".. Margaret has given countless hours to the club.. and Damien a premiership senior player..and Jonah and Darcy continuing the family tradition to this day of being truly what YCW is all about.. a Strong, Proud Family Club.. RIP Bridg Hardstone. FRANKSTON YCW JUNIORS XOX

14.01.2022 This Sunday is week 3 of our FREE Summer Footy Frenzy! With over 180 kids registered across the 2 sessions its been great to see so many kids getting active again and parents getting involved too! We can still welcome more kids so don`t sit at home! Enrol now! Special guest this week is Michael "Spud" Firrito from The Roos!... See you Sunday! http://www.stonecats.com.au//303-footy-frenzy-register-you See more

14.01.2022 I’m sure I speak for most people when I say that no one absolutely LOVES being on a committee, however our junior football club simply cannot run as a successful club without one. It’s not hard, or super time consuming and I can honestly say it’s very rewarding! We have had some amazing committed volunteers over the years, however the same volunteers cannot continue to run our club season after season. We need your help and support! Many hands make light work and a full com...mittee of volunteers ensures a smoothly run season and longevity of our club! Your club! The junior AGM is on Tuesday 24th November 2020 via Zoom. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me if you have any queries. [email protected] Or 0418 511 054. https://form.jotform.co/82008015071847

13.01.2022 MERCHANDISING CO-ORDINATOR Objective: To provide support to the Executive and Committee members to ensure the efficient management of Club clothing sales To provide a range of reasonable priced clothing that will provide members and supporters with suitable attire to reflect professionally on the Club ... Responsibilities: Prepare a report proposing a suitable range of clothing for sale for consideration by the Committee at the commencement of the season Arrange the wide promotion of clothing items to members, supporters and the community Provide a convenient means by which orders can be placed for all clothing lines Arrange the display of clothing lines in the Club social rooms prior to the commencement of each season Ensure sufficient clothing stocks are maintained to ensure orders are filled promptly Maintain strong relationships with approved suppliers of clothing lines Relationships: Reports to the President & Club Secretary Liaises with the Club Committee Liaises with suppliers Accountability: Merchandising Sales Coordinator is accountable to the President and the General Committee Provide a report on portfolio operations to the monthly Committee meeting as required Seek ratification from the appropriate Committee member prior to committing the Club to any financial expenditure or action

12.01.2022 Hello YCW families, We have had confirmation of a season start date of July 12, with the advice of an approximately 12 round competition. With that said, we need to get kids registered asap so we can now finalise our teams - there is no pressure to play or train from us nor the AFL, but this is in line with current Vic Govt and AFL South East guidelines. We can play footy! Our fees are the lowest in the league, and remain at $190. Despite there being 2 rounds less than a norm...al 14 round season, many clubs maintain a full charge of fees, despite a shortened season. YCW always has been and always will be a family club that provides a professional, family orientated environment where every child is supported to be their best and a club that provides a low cost fee structure and value for money for families to assist their kids getting into footy. As such, for all families that have registered already and continue to register for this season at the standard $190 fee, the club will provide a $20 canteen voucher to be used after round 4, allowing us enough time to calculate and print these vouchers. This effectively sees us charging only $170 for fees this year which I think is highly reasonable, fair and prudent to protect your club, the commitments we have made this year and at the same time a reduced fee structure for families with a shortened season at hand. Please register as soon as you can to assist us in locking in our teams for the season and your childs spot in the team. With good standards and following the Covid 19 protocols required of us, we look forward to seeing the kids out there, playing footy in safe environment as soon as possible. https://membership.sportstg.com/regoform.cgi regards Jason McMillan Junior President Frankston YCW See more

12.01.2022 Merchandise Sales Tuesday 4:30-6pm Wednesday 4:30-5:30pm ... Come and see us at Wagg Hill to get all your YCW merchandise!! Card only please.

12.01.2022 Good afternoon everyone, I hope you're all having a relaxing Sunday After packing up this afternoon after the "Footy-Frenzy" clinic, I have found a small backpack that has obviously been left behind If this belongs to you or someone you know, please reply to this post, or privately message me

12.01.2022 I will be picking up these hoodies tonight for collection this week Kai Hamish Benny and the attached pic list

11.01.2022 Hello Everyone, I hope you are all well and looking forward to getting some extra activity in with the easing of restrictions. As yet there is no announcements for the return of community sport but it is highly likely the next announcements will clarify this. Your committee has been working all year in the background to keep things ticking over and are now preparing for the official end of the 2020 season (for what we had!) and the planning for season 2021. Part of that proce...Continue reading

11.01.2022 Updates on season 2020, plans for the next 5 weeks and important items on the horizon for our club and teams.

11.01.2022 Hello YCW Juniors, Yesterday, after considerable consultation over the last couple of months, the MPNFL season (SENIORS COMPETITION) was cancelled for 2020. This decision does not affect the FDJFL junior competition. Local senior football, as with the AFL, is heavily reliant on many things to fund its operations, be it bar sales, gate takings, sponsors and social events. This along with challenges faced by volunteers and player availability, due to the salary cap being reduce...d to zero for the 2020 season, saw the competition eventually and unfortunately become very unpredictable, and ultimately financially unviable. Junior football by contrast is a simpler and less cost intensive competition, however, it will still have its challenges. We will all need to follow the return to play protocols that have been communicated from the relevant bodies and do our bit to manage the kids and club through this difficult time, so please ensure you put your hand up when there is work to be done.. don`t wait to be asked. Kids footy is the most affordable team sport around and the one of the most enjoyable to watch and be part of.. but it requires parents participation to make it run. If you just want to watch your kids play sport and contribute nothing, other sports come to mind and should be considered.. So for clarity, the junior competition is not affected by this MPNFL senior announcement. The junior competition is still to start on July 12, albeit a bit earlier than what we as a club would have liked. What we need to ensure is that we are ready, especially now school holidays have begun, the challenge becomes even greater to be organised and ready Your committee, team managers and coaches will be working hard over the next 2 weeks to make sure everything is in place to start the season - and I will repeat, with many jobs to do, many hands make light work.. Do your bit! Our club`s main goal has always been and will always continue to be, to provide the kids a safe, fun, professional, family environment to learn the game of Aussie Rules and to help them be the best they can be. This has never been more important than right now during these uncertain times. Go YC Jason McMillan Junior President Frankston YCW Football Netball Club

09.01.2022 These merch orders have arrived.. another order being picked up next week on Tuesday.. be patient please

09.01.2022 Before we get back to it in the coming weeks.. lets first make sure we are ready to. Some very good advice from our long time sponsor Peninsula Sports Medicine Group. If you ever need professional, caring and intuitive physio for the young athletes or the older ones in the family be sure to see PSM.

09.01.2022 IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ Good afternoon, By now I'm sure you have all heard many updates regarding a return to small outdoor group training sessions for groups of up to 10 people. The 25th May 2020 is the date that club sanctioned training can resume, however there are protocols that must be adhered too. There is no room for complacency with regards to these protocols, all clubs must follow them 100% if we want to continue. I must stress to you that although training can take ...Continue reading

08.01.2022 For those that may not have seen the most recent AFL communication just over a week ago - I believe not everyone has seen this. https://resources.afl.com.au//Community-Football-Return-To

08.01.2022 IMPORTANT PLEASE READ. Good Morning, You are all aware that unfortunately season 2020 has been cancelled due to COVD19 and although we are all very disappointed with this outcome, it is out of our control and all we can do now is look forward to a bigger and better 2021 season. Your committee met this morning via Zoom regarding fees that have been paid by 2020 season registered players. I ask all 2020 paid up members to please check their emails in the coming days as you will... receive an email with some options regarding your fees. Please respond promptly so that our registrars and treasurer can work through all requests. I would like to remind you that our committee is run by volunteers, so please be patient, but rest assured your request will be processed as soon as possible. Thankyou for your support and understanding through these difficult times and I hope we can all reconnect later in the year for a bit of footy fun.

06.01.2022 There in! Cant wait til the season eventually starts so we get to use these new interchange benches on AH Butler oval.. let alone not having to push out and drag in the old temporary ones every game day.. a chore not missed! Most sincere and massive thanks again to Peta Murphy MP Federal Member for Dunkley and Frankston City Council from everyone at Frankston YCW FNC

06.01.2022 Plus these ones!

06.01.2022 Today, AFL Victoria has released a memo titled "Return to Play Protocols and Dates". We are excited about the prospect of a return to footy and would like to assure our football community that we will be following all guidance from the state government, health officials and our governing body, AFL South East, so our return is as safe and efficient as possible. AFL Victoria will release its return to train protocols early next week and is endorsing a return to club sanctioned ...training from Monday, May 25. This timing will allow clubs, committees, coaches, players and families time to digest the protocols, go through an education period and prepare themselves ahead of returning to club sanctioned training. The first stage of return to train protocols for community football in Victoria will enable training to resume in groups of up to 10 people. The group of 10 does not include a coach or the minimum number of support staff who are reasonably required to manage the activity. Two groups of 10 can utilise the same oval provided they do not operate closely together, and the oval is split into two zones. The Frankston YCW Junior Football Club will continue to work closely with AFL SE to ensure alignment with their advice, and in the event of further easing of restrictions, we hope to be move through the return to training stages, with hygiene and safety protocols firmly in place. In order for this return to play to be successful, and in line with Government advice, it is essential that our teams work within the timelines and protocols and do not move ahead of the level and restrictions in place. As part of the return to play process Frankston YCW Junior Football Club will appoint a COVID Safety Officer who is responsible for ensuring these protocols are adhered to and participants can return to a prepared and safe environment. We are also developing a COVID policy for the club. We would like to ask all of our community to download the COVID-SAFE App, to ensure we can quickly trace and manage any outbreaks in our local area. We understand this announcement will raise many questions and ask for your patience as we work through the protocols required by AFL Victoria. There is a considerable amount of work to do to determine how we can equitably resource training for all our teams under the stage one guidelines. We also need to be aware that there may be variability in how much training players have been able to complete during this time, so levels of fitness and preparedness will be different. We need to ensure that our plans cater for this so it is safe for everyone. Full memo from AFL Victoria can be read here: https://aflvic.com.au//AFL-Victoria-Return-to-Play-Memo-16

05.01.2022 Hi YCW JFC family, We hope you are all coping through these crazy and difficult times. I have really missed being around the club this season, going to games, Sunday night dinners and our epic social functions, however I have made the most of the downtime by spending plenty of time with family, catching up on odd jobs around the house and staying active. I wanted to reach out on behalf of the committee to share a mental health 'tool kit' from the AFL South East website in th...e hope that it might be helpful to any of you who might be struggling through this isolation or of course at anytime throughout your lives. 2020 has been a year we will never forget that's for sure, but please know that the YCW community is still here and we are looking forward to coming back bigger and better than ever in 2021. http://www.aflsoutheast.com.au/player-and-cl/mental-health/

05.01.2022 GREAT NEWS, TRAINING IS BACK! We have just conducted our final session with coaches on Zoom and have now fulfilled all the requirements to get back to training in line with current AFL requirements. A reminder to parents to familiarise yourselves with the training protocols, each player must register their attendance at training each week, bring their own drink bottle, sanitise hands when turning up and parents are to stay on the outside of the ground. There will be no conta...ct at training until further restrictions are lifted. We can however now have 20 in a group up from 10 last week, which is a great starter for us. Please read all the details previously posted and a reminder that training is not mandatory and whilst its great to be back at training, it doesn`t guarantee a return to matches.. As such no payment of fees or registration is being sought at this stage, we just want to get kids back to footy and active again! Your coaches will post training details shortly! So lets get out there, train the house down and look forward! Frankston YCW - excited to be back at Jubilee Park!!

04.01.2022 SEASON 2021 - weekly update.. Afternoon and hope everyone is enjoying their long weekend! As we edge towards a return to school, pre-season and a 2021 footy season, we need to start filling the remaining holes.. COVID destroyed 2020 for all of us in many ways.. but we cannot let it shape 2021. As a society we have adapted and now run at zero cases most days in our new COVID normal.. As a footy community we need to ensure kids are playing sport and being active, mentally and ...physically fit, resilient and supported.. It is forecast to be a drop off this year in kids playing sport, and most importantly it is also tipped for a drop off in volunteers.. Your club cannot run without a committee and people to run it.. and like a broken record, I will say again.. - many hands make light work.. - someone else will do it is not sustainable or fair.. - Im busy is not an valid excuse either.. we are all busy!! To date, a number of posts requesting people to come forward has yielded little.. A reduced committee will mean a reduced level of service to members.. don`t expect merchandise to be readily available or orders filled promptly, assistance to register will be slower and the famed Sunday night award dinners will only be held when they can if we can`t get the people to run them.. As president, I do not and have not had a child at the club for 3 years now.. It was out of pure necessity, no one else willing to do it, and the recognition that someone needed to step up and take the reins of a once great club that was sliding downhill at a rapid rate and had shrunk to a shadow of its former glory days.. The constant strain on volunteers is not from the jobs they do in the club.. that is a commitment and a labour of love that is both a privilege and honour to be of service to the club.. to see many happy children learning footy, being their best, making new friends and parents and children loving their club, being proud to be a Stonecat.. rather it is from the lack of assistance and others not coming on board to lend a hand and be part of the next generation.. to take up the baton and do their bit.. however small that is.. to say, Im here for you, what can I do to help! Right now. we still need a Treasurer Secretary Canteen Co ordinator Merchandise Co ordinator Of great urgency is the canteen role.. it is a paid position and is integral to the viability, profitability and successful operations of this and all clubs alike.. If we can fill this internally, someone who can have the time and wants to earn some extra money, maybe there is a retired young aunt, uncle, grandmother or someone who only wants to work part time out there that you might know?! If you can help with any of these roles, please do contact me [email protected] or 0433 057 797 as we will be advertising the canteen role externally very shortly so we can give ourselves enough time to fill the role before the season starts.. Jason / Junior President See more

04.01.2022 GENERAL COMMITTEE Objective: The role of a General Committee Member is to provide support to the President, Secretary and the other Club Office bearers and Committee members to ensure the efficient operation of the club. Responsibilities:... Attend monthly committee meetings Attend club social events and assist where necessary Provide support to the other club office bearers Maintain a good working knowledge of the club’s rules and regulations Be aware of the future directions of the club Maintain confidentiality about club and committee matters General Committee members are accountable to the President and Office bearers General Committee members are required to seek ratification from the appropriate Committee member prior to committing the Club to any financial expenditure or action

04.01.2022 Hi all, I need a pair of footy shorts desperately for an U13 player for tomorrow please! There’s an order placed at Sportspower for a pair but need some to get him through tomorrow and maybe next week. Probably an XS or S ideally, but will take anything! Thankyou

03.01.2022 Hi all, We have 2 social functions booked one in May and one in July, and I would like to ask that if anyone owns a business or knows of someone who does who would be willing to donate a prize or voucher for raffles etc that would be amazing! If you can help, please contact Tamara at [email protected] Thanks.

03.01.2022 Happy New Year everyone! With the 2021 footy season approaching fast we are still looking for volunteers to fill the positions below. ‘Someone else will do it,’ or ‘I don’t have time’ means that our footy club can’t be successful. I have filled the role of secretary for 3 years and it’s time to hand it over to someone else so please put your hand up and ensure our junior footy club can continue to thrive! We need the following roles filled: Secretary.... Treasurer. Merchandise co-ordinator/s. Child safety and welfare officer. Social media and grants co-ordinator. Thanks.

03.01.2022 Role Description - President The role of the President is to provide the principle leadership and responsibility for the organisation and the Committee. Desirable Attributes:... The President should: be well informed of all organisation activities and able to provide oversight be a person who can develop good relationships internally and externally be forward thinking and committed to meeting the overall goals of the Club have a good working knowledge of the Committee Constitution, rules and duties of office bearers be able to work collaboratively with other Committee Members be a good listener and attuned to the interests of members and other interest groups be a good role model and a positive image for the Club in representing the Committee in other forums (e.g. league delegate meetings) be a competent public speaker Specific duties include but are not limited to: Chair Committee meetings ensuring that they are run efficiently and effectively Act as a signatory for the Club in all legal purposes and financial purposes Regularly focus the Committee’s attention on matters of Club governance that relate to its own structure, role and relationship to any paid employees Periodically consult with Committee members on their role, to see how they are going and help them to optimize their contribution Work with the Committee to ensure: 1. The necessary skills are represented on the Committee and that a succession plan is in place to help find new Committee members when required 2. Goals and relevant strategic and business plans are developed in order to achieve the goals of the Club. Work with the Executive to manage any paid employees of the Club including recruitment, retention, salary and performance reviews, etc. Serve as a spokesperson for the Club when required Communicate regularly and systematically with the Presidents of the member Clubs, the league, association and or parent body Assist in the development of partnerships with sponsors, funding agencies, local and state government, shared facility users and organisations that are relevant to the goals of the Club.

03.01.2022 Hi everyone, Thankyou to those of you who have completed the fee re distribution survey, however theres still quite a number of registered 2020 members yet to advise us of their choice. Please check your emails, the survey was sent on Sunday, fill it out and submit as soon as possible so the Committee can finalise 2020. Thankyou!

02.01.2022 Social Coordinator Objective To provide support to the Executive and Committee members to ensure the efficient operation of Club Social Events and raffles. To maximise revenue through the conduct of approved Social Events and raffles through the course of the season.... Responsibilities Prepare a list of dates and social events for consideration by the Committee prior to the commencement of the season Ensure all raffles are conducted ethically and responsibly Arrange all tickets and prizes for approved Social Events and raffles Coordinate the selling of tickets through the Team Manager Coordinator or other Committee members as required Arrange the booking of Social Event hosts/businesses to attend where necessary. Ensure all Social Events and raffles are conducted as agreed on by the Committee. Relationships Reports to the President & Club Secretary Liaises with the Club Committee Liaises with Team Manager Coordinator and others to assist when needed Accountability Social Events Coordinator is accountable to the President and the General Committee Provide a report on portfolio operations to the monthly Committee meeting as required Seek ratification from the appropriate Committee member prior to committing the Club to any financial expenditure or action

02.01.2022 A message from our governing body AFL South East.. getting closer now to a return to play and some normality! On the back of todays State Government announcement around easing some restrictions, we have been advised that AFL Victorias position around training is that no sanctioned training activity should take place until further notice. AFL Victoria will seek clarity from the State Government around what todays announcement means for community football and will be in cont...act in due course. A number of considerations around health and safety protocols and insurance need to be worked through before any training being sanctioned. AFL Victoria will provide AFL South East with a return to play protocol for our community leagues and clubs once the State Government approves it.

01.01.2022 Last years scarves with the Diamond Jubilee logo have been reduced to just $20 each! They are a great looking scarf, that will keep you super warm. *Card only please.