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24.01.2022 Entries are open for the 2021 Junior Eagles Combine! The Junior Eagles program aims to develop and prepare our junior athletes for State, National and International playing opportunities. State Team selection will kick off with two training combines, which is open to both existing players within Gridiron Victoria, and new players who may be new to the sport who want to test themselves in a high performance environment with State and National Gridiron Head Coaches.... Dates: Regional (Peninsula) - March 20th and 21st Metro (Maribyrnong) - March 27th and 28th Cost: $50.00 per player You can submit your registration to either combine by using this link: https://forms.gle/DZ2cM7hcKWccyuTk9 We would encourage you to reach out to your clubs Youth Football contact to help with preparation prior to the combine. If you have any questions please reach out to: Victorian Junior State Head Coach - Brian Calloway - [email protected] Victorian Junior State Team Manager - Andy Nilsson - [email protected] Courtesy of Ollie Oz Photos - ollieozphoto.com

23.01.2022 Has the start of the NFL season sparked your interest to play or get involved with American Football? We’re keen to hear from you if you’re interested in playing Flag Football, American Football, Coaching or Refereeing in 2021! We’ll give you all the information you need to get involved, help you find your closest club, and keep you updated as the planning for 2021 begins.... No experience is required American Football is a sport for all shapes, sizes and athletic abilities! Register your interest at gridironvictoria.com.au/play/

22.01.2022 At the end of May our very own Gridiron Victorian Eagles Men's and Women's teams will be heading to Gosford, NSW to compete in the 2020 Gridiron Australia National Championships! Both teams are raising funds for the trip via sales of our very own LIMITED EDITION Victorian Eagles T-Shirts and Hoodies. Anyone interested in purchasing some supporter wear can reach out to anyone involved with the state teams or comment below and we can sort you out! #2020GANC #gridironaustralia #womensgridironaustralia Gridiron Australia Women's Gridiron Leagues of Australia

21.01.2022 The Executive Board of Gridiron Victoria wish to advise that we are closely following events associated with the coronavirus outbreak. We are taking direction from local, state and federal governments. As of today's State Government update we have informed all clubs that trainings, meetings, flag competitions and all other face to face activities must cease. We will be updating clubs if there is any expected change to season start dates.

21.01.2022 Football and Trivia go hand in hand! Get involved in the Melbourne Uni Royals Super Bowl Virtual Trivia! $500 of prizes are up for grabs, but you need to register to secure your place as soon as possible! See below for details!

21.01.2022 As 2020 is drawing to a close, Gridiron Victoria is currently in the midst of significant change in the organisation. With this change, we are looking to reshape our existing strategic plan for 2021 and beyond. As part of this process, we are looking to see what is most important to our members from a club and league level. We're hoping to receive feedback from all our members, from players, parents, coaches, and volunteers. ... The survey should only take 10 minutes to complete. You can find the 2021 Member Survey here: https://forms.gle/cwhsduQGVnxRRqJ89 The feedback is greatly appreciated will help shape the future of the sport here in Victoria.

20.01.2022 Our Gridiron in Schools program is now in full swing but we still have a few dates open! Contact Team Touchdown for more information.

19.01.2022 Want to have your say on the future of Outback Football? Newly appointed Australian Outback Coach and Victoria's own Craig Wilson is looking for input from all the Football community about how we can reboot and improve the program.

18.01.2022 It’s been a tough 2020 for everyone, and while it was disappointing our season didn’t go ahead, we’re now back and busily preparing for the 2021 season. We have some exciting events in the pipeline which we hope we will be able to share with you once things become clearer on when restrictions will start to ease. In the time being, we’ll be bringing you updates from around the league as clubs begin their preparations for 2021, NFL and College Football seasons kick off, and oth...er State Leagues as they start their respective seasons. If you haven’t done so yet be sure to give us a follow on Instagram @GridironVictoria For now, keep safe. On to 2021!

17.01.2022 With the easing of some of the social distancing restrictions we are happy to see many clubs start training for 2020! To help our members transition through this time we have developed a set of guidelines for the current restrictions and a plan for possible future phases. Contact your local club for more information regarding their training schedule.

16.01.2022 Be sure to head down to Elwood Park tomorrow from 10am to check out the Gridiron Victoria x Team Touchdown Flag Football Club Challenge Tournament taking place! We have teams from the Western Crusaders Gridiron Club, Northern Raiders, Croydon Rangers Gridiron Club, Peninsula Sharks Gridiron Club, Bendigo Dragons Gridiron Club, Warriors Gridiron and Melbourne Uni Royals competing to take the title! Shaping up to be a great day!... If you can't make it along, keep your eyes out for the event livestream here: https://youtu.be/RgZsxKGZDK4

16.01.2022 With the Gridiron Victoria Club Challenge less than a month away, excited to announce it will be held at the amazing Elwood Park! It’s shaping up to be a huge day, so even if you or your club is not participating, be sure to come down and check out all the action!

16.01.2022 There is still time to provide feedback via our 2020 Member Survey! We're seeking feedback from all members from players, through to coaches, parents, and volunteers. Survey responses will close 8/1/21. Your feedback helps frame and provide direction for the sport for years to come!

15.01.2022 Flag Football is kicking off out West on the 14th of Feb! Registrations are now open, see below for full details on how to get involved!

13.01.2022 This is going to be HUGE!!! Get your club teams together before it's too late

11.01.2022 Stuck at home in isolation? Missing the NFL? Itching to get into your preseason? We feel your pain! GV legend Craig Wilson has dug into his archives and found some highlights from the 2005 Gridiron Victoria season. Check them out on the link below.

10.01.2022 We’re excited to announce the Gridiron Victoria Flag Football Club Challenge! In conjunction with our friends over at Team Touchdown, registrations are now open for clubs to submit up to 2 teams each in the Men’s and Women’s divisions. Here’s what you need to know:... - The competition will be held over a 1-day tournament on the 6th of Feb, 2021. - Each team should consist of 10 players from the club you played for in 2019 - To register your interest in competing, you need to contact your clubs committee who will complete registration on your behalf Competition is subject to Victorian Government Restrictions. We’re looking forward to getting back into competing in 2021 and hope to see you all there! Ballarat Gridiron Bendigo Dragons Gridiron Club CASEY Spartans Gridiron Club Inc Croydon Rangers Gridiron Club Geelong Buccaneers American Football Club Melbourne Uni Royals Melton Wolves Gridiron Club Warriors Gridiron Northern Raiders Peninsula Sharks Gridiron Club South Eastern Predators Gridiron Club Western Crusaders Gridiron Club

10.01.2022 It is with sadness that we note the passing of Paul Hill, one of the legends of Victorian gridiron, after a long illness. He was 68 year's old. For those of you who may not know of Paul’s contribution to the sport in this state, he was the centre for the Nunawading Warriors in the first full season of pads (1985) when it was the Victorian Gridiron Football League (VGFL) the forerunner to GV. He also served for many years as club delegate to, and committee member of, the VGF...Continue reading

09.01.2022 The NFL is back this Friday at 10:20am! The Chiefs take on the Texans at Arrowhead Stadium. Who's your pick for MVP? Tell us below!

09.01.2022 The 2020 Membership Survey will close off tomorrow night, here's your last chance to provide feedback which will shape the sport for 2021 and beyond! Thankyou to the 170+ respondents so far, it's greatly appreciated! High level Survey Results will be published and available via Gridiron Victoria in the coming weeks.

08.01.2022 Gridiron Victoria kicked off our preparations for the 2020 Gridiron Australia National Championships last night. Our friends over at Onside Kick Productions were there to film the sessions. Great to see our men's and women's teams training together and staying together during the tournament. Building a strong cohesive Football community is one of the main objectives of our new board and our State Head Coaches Coaches Craig Wilson & Matt Jenkins.

08.01.2022 We're proud to announce the relaunch of our Victorian Junior Eagles Program in 2021. The program aims to develop and prepare our junior athletes for State, National and International playing opportunities. State Team selection will kick off with two training combines, which is open to both existing players within Gridiron Victoria, and new players who may be new to the sport who want to test themselves in a high performance environment with State and National Gridiron Head Co...aches. Dates: Regional (Victoria Park, Frankston) - March 23rd and 24th Metro (Maribyrnong Sports Academy, Maribyrnong) - March 29th and 30th Cost: $50.00 per player You can submit your registration to either combine by using this link: https://forms.gle/DZ2cM7hcKWccyuTk9 We would encourage you to reach out to your clubs Youth Football contact to help with preparation prior to the combine. If you have any questions please reach out to: Victorian Junior State Head Coach - Brian Calloway - [email protected] Victorian Junior State Team Manager - Andy Nilsson - [email protected]

06.01.2022 Today is R U OK? Day. It’s the day Australians are reminded that every day is the day to ask, Are you OK? if someone in their world is struggling with life’s ups and downs. You don't need to be an expert to reach out - just a good friend and a great listener. Use these four steps and have a conversation that could change a life:... 1. Ask R U OK? 2. Listen 3. Encourage action 4. Check in Now’s more important than ever to be checking in on your friends and family. Head to ruok.org.au for resources on how to start a conversation.

05.01.2022 A little throwback to our Victorian U19 Eagles team at the 2019 Gridiron Australia Junior Nationals! Here they on the Gridiron SA Sharks! If you're thinking about playing, coaching or officiating in 2021, we can help you get started. Head to gridironvictoria.com.au/play to find out more! These brilliant photos are courtesy of Ollie Oz Photos - ollieozphoto.com

05.01.2022 A little throwback to start your week off right. Courtesy of Victorian Gridiron Officials Association, we're bringing you the 1994 Vic Bowl X. Berwick Miners 20 def Waverley Sharks 14 @ Moorabbin Oval Worth a watch, an incredible ending!... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqvKyVYfT3Y See more

05.01.2022 Great to see this program up and running!! Just over a month from its start over half the clinics are booked! If you're involved in a school in Victoria and want a FREE American Football clinic sponsored by Gridiron Victoria contact Team Touchdown

04.01.2022 #ThrowbackThursday We're taking you back to 1999. Here is our Victorian Eagles Squad - Eastern Seaboard Champions! Do you recognise any familiar faces? Tag them below!

04.01.2022 Interested in Officiating? Have a passion for the game and want to get involved? The Victorian Gridiron Officials Association is looking for new Officials for the 2021 season! ... What's in it for you? - You get the opportunity to get out there and be active - Challenge yourself to learn and apply a new set of rules - Meet and work with like-minded people who also love the sport - Get mentored by a current VGOA Official - Be involved in a great sport and have the best seat in the house! You don't have to be an expert, you just have to want to get involved! Register your interest at gridironvictoria.com.au/play to find out more! by Barendphotos.com

04.01.2022 Tune in now for all the action from Elwood Park!

04.01.2022 Condolences from all of GV to the Rangers and Craig's family and friends. A true legend of the sport in Victoria

03.01.2022 It has been brought to our attention by our members that we should have been more outspoken in our support of the #BLM movement. I wish to fully acknowledge that I and GV should have been more active. Our diversity is our strength. Gridiron Victoria prides itself on not just being diverse but actively encouraging and supporting participation from players and support staff from a range of cultural backgrounds. But we acknowledge we can and should do more. Starting today we wil...l be developing a diversity statement for the league and be encouraging those clubs who haven't got one to begin writing one. We will also be looking into other pathways to foster a more inclusive environment for all our members no matter their race, gender or identity and we encourage all our members to come forward with ideas on how we can improve. If any members feel or have felt like they have been discriminated against, I encourage them to contact me personally, or any member of the GV board. It has and never will have a place in Gridiron Victoria. Daniel Noonan Chairman

03.01.2022 If you're missing football as much as us, here is a little throwback to get you through. The 2018 Victorian Eagles taking on the Gridiron Queensland Sun Devils. barendphotos.com

02.01.2022 Massive congratulations to Victoria's own Craig Wilson on being announced the new Head Coach for the Gridiron Australia Men's team. We look forward to seeing you continue to grow the program!

02.01.2022 A fantastic initiative by the whole team at the Western Crusaders Gridiron Club! Find out more about The Playbook Program here!

02.01.2022 Notice of the 2021 Gridiron Victorian 37th Annual General Meeting We invite all members to attend our Annual General Meeting which will be held on the 1st of February at 7pm. In accordance with current ASIC guidelines, the AGM will be held virtually. A meeting link will be provided at a later date along with notification via the Gridiron Victoria communication channels.... Nominations for Board Positions must be received no later than COB 18th Jan using the below link to the nomination form: https://bit.ly/3b1w5DC The current agenda for discussion is as follows: 1) Chairman's Report 2) Financial report 3) Election of Directors Any additional matters for discussion, including any special resolutions, must be received no later than COB 11th Jan. For any questions prior, please reach out to [email protected]

02.01.2022 Gridiron Victoria wishes to advise that following the State Government announcements today that we have made the decision to cancel all 2020 seasons. The cancellation of these competitions is incredibly disappointing, however it was seen as the only viable decision and in the best interest of all clubs and participants. Gridiron Victoria understands the importance of the connection and friendship that community sport provides, and we encourage all clubs and participants to st...ay in contact with each other and support each other wherever they can. We will be looking into all options to play football in early 2021 and then continue with our normal scheduled season in August 2021.

01.01.2022 The Gridiron Victoria Board and Clubs are happy to announce that the 2020 season for all competitions will be going ahead. After a meeting of all club presidents and GV Chairman Daniel Noonan it was decided to postpone the start of the season until October and play a split season with games up to December 13th before taking a break for the Christmas and New Year period and returning for the remaining games in finals in early 2021. Read more below

01.01.2022 2021 Gridiron Victoria Updates ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING At the 2021 Gridiron Victoria AGM a new board of directions was elected. The board currently consists of: ... Daniel Noonan Chairperson Andy Nilsson Troy Haynes Bret Mullavey The current board would like to thank Casey Marin, Matthew Jenkins, Sarah-Jane Mills, Sabine Wagner, David Murphy and Thomas Prince for their service and dedication throughout an extremely difficult 2020 season. 2021 DIVISION ANNOUNCEMENTS For the 2021 season, the age eligibility for the now Under 15’s division will move to Under 16’s (with age eligibility taken at the 1st of January of the competition year). This will be a permanent change. This decision was as a result of strong feedback from the 2021 GV Member Survey. The change should also see the transition from Under 16’s to Under 19’s be less substantial. 2021 will also see a return of two divisions for the Men’s competition, with the intention of two divisions being a sustainable structure for years to come. Gridiron Victoria will soon begin the process of consulting with clubs around divisions and entries. Again, this was off the back of strong feedback from the 2021 GV Member Survey. GRIDIRON VICTORIA COMMITEE We have also formed a number of working committees to assist with the running of the sport. These newly formed committees are: - Competition - Governance - Strategy - Marking and Events - Finance - Membership We're seeking members to join these newly formed working groups which we hope will encourage people to get involved in areas of expertise and relevant interest. If you have any interest in helping with the growth and development of the sport here in Victoria, we’d love to hear from you at [email protected] Stay tuned for further announcements over the coming weeks!