Presidents Report
Our final home game of the season was played on a classic muddy Aloysius Park. It’s fitting that we should tear up the pitch before it has a well overdue resurfacing in the coming months. Unfortunately we couldn’t quite match it with Boomers in the Seniors but were more than competitive in all games over the day.
The first practice game of All Abilities was played on Lambert Park with Charlotte Ercil from Football NSW coming along to oversee the game against United. There was a huge crowd watching and all involved had a great time. There will be an All Abilities game held on Grand Final day 15th September at Jelbart Park. This will be the launching pad for a fixtured competition next year of hopefully 4-5 clubs. Again, thanks to Aidan Kilroy, Diahann and Harry Maher, Loz Bonacci and Dwayne Day for all of your assistance to make this a special moment for all involved.
Grand Final Day duties – 15th September
Every couple of years all clubs are obliged to assist with the Grand Final day catering and setting up. This year we are partnered with Boomers and will be running the BBQ, Canteen and Bar. This is a challenge to organise but it does represent a great fundraiser for the club.
All we are asking for is 1 hour of your time to help the club. Whether that be turning a sausage on the BBQ or serving in the canteen. 25-30 volunteers throughout the day will get the job done. Please contact myself, Gary Kavanagh or Dwayne Day to help out.
“Many hands make light work”
This Sunday we are headed to Alexandra Park to play St Pats. Please get along and offer your support. There will be some great games of football played.
Go Spurs
Brad Howard
President
Albury Hotspurs
Coaches for Season 2020
Albury Hotspurs SC
Seeking expressions of interest from current and new applications in all Sunday Junior to Senior coaching positions for season 2020.
Please email your interest to secretary@alburyhotspurs.com.au by 23 August 2019.
Or call to discuss any position with President Brad Howard 0413 994 177
Divisions/Grades
- Div.1 & 2 Women (This is a paid position, remuneration pending on applicant)
- 16 Girls
- 14 Girls
- 12 Girls
- Div.1 Men (This is a paid position, remuneration pending on applicant)
- Div.2 Men
- Over 35 Men
- Div.3 Men
- 16 Boys
- 14 Boys
- 13 Boys
- 12 Boys
- All Abilities
Note:
Albury Hotspurs cover costs on most coaching courses as required.
Receive a 50% discount on your player registration for coaching an Albury Hotspurs Team.
Regional Coaching conference
FNSW and FV together have agreed to hold a Regional Coaching conference in Albury on Saturday 22nd February 2020. Time 9am to 3.30/4.00 pm, its open to coaches of all levels and for advanced level coaches, the day will carry 30 points toward their 4 yrs. renewal.
In this regard, it is propose there will be an offer of a community goalkeeping licence on the Friday night (3hrs +2 more on the Saturday 4-6). On the Sunday- it is proposed to offer a workshop for advanced level coaches , which would carry additional points- approx. 3 hrs.
On the Saturday- topics to be covered include:
1. Technique- passing, receiving, striking, heading etc..
2. Small sided football-
3 Goalkeeping session incorporating shooting (Jim Fraser)
4. Attacking in the forward third.
5. Defensive structures
6. Tactical applications 11v 11- how do we adjust to opposition changes.
Lunch will be provided as will unlimited bottled water.
Cost for the day will be $70.
Expression of Interest to me by 5:00pm Friday 30th August 2019.
Cheers,
Gary Holt
Secretary
Albury Wodonga Football Association
0417 596 784
Junior Presentation 24 August
The junior presentation will be held on Saturday 24 August at Aloysuis Park, 1pm to 4pm.
All players from mini-roos up to the sixteens will be rewarded for their efforts this year.
There will be BBQ and drinks for all by a gold coin donation.
There will be a jumping castle and face painter on the day.
Reminder. Parents please return your child’s playing strip on this day. Your child will be issued with a new strip next year.
Senior Presentation 27 September
SAVE THE DATE!
Date: Friday 27 September 2019
Venue: Albury Tigers Club
Time: TBA
Deatials: More details to come, stay tuned.
Draw
Sunday 18 August,
This Sunday we play St Pats at Alexandra Park, Round 20 AWFA 2019.
Ground 1
- 8:30am 16 Boys
- 9:55am Div.3 Men
- 1:10pm Div.2 Men
- 3:00pm Div.1 Men
Ground 2
- 8:30am 12 Boys
- 9:30am Div.2 Women
- 10:55am Over35s
- 12:20pm 13 Boys
- 2:00pm 16 Girls
Note: 1:15pm 12 Girls v Myrtleford at Kelly Park Wodonga
DUTY TEAM
No more home games this year.
Download Roster Sheet.
Please be at the ground 1 hour before the first game kicks-off to help set up both fields. Help throughout the day in the canteen and on the BBQ is also required thank you.
2019 Draws
Full Draws can be found on our website with links to venues, Home ground Duty Team and a printable PDF
General Club Draw
16 Girls Draw
12 Girls Draw
NO SMOKING PLEASE
Please be aware there is to be No smoking in spectator areas at public sports grounds.
See fact sheet.
Miniroos
Gala Day Postponed to this Saturday 17 August
Please get there 15 mins before kick off.
5 Years
9.30 am Game 1
Hotspurs Gold VS Diamonds White SSF 4
Hotspurs Black VS Diamonds Red SSF6
10.30 Game 2
Hotspurs Gold VS Wodonga Heart SSF 6
Hotspurs Black VS Diamonds White SSF 4
6 Years
9.30 am Game 1
Hotspurs 1 VS Boomers SSF 9
Hotspurs 2 VS Boomers Black SSF13
Hotspurs 3 VS Diamonds White SSF12
Hotspurs 4 VS City/United SSF18
10.30 Game 2
Hotspurs 1 VS Boomers Red SSF 10
Hotspurs 2 VS Yackandandah White SSF 14
Hotspurs 3 VS Albury City SSF 18
Hotspurs 4 VS United White SSF17
7 Years
10.00 am Game 1
Hotspurs Gold VS Melrose Purple SSF 1
Hotspurs Black VS Diamonds 2 SSF8
11.00am Game 2
Hotspurs Gold VS Diamonds 3 SSF 1
Hotspurs Black VS United White SSF 8
8 Years *9 Years
11.15 am Game 1
Hotspurs Gold v Diamonds 1 Q1
Hotspurs Black v Diamonds 2 Q4
Hotspurs Quest v United White Q7
*Hotspurs 9s v Diamonds 4 Q8
12.45 pm Game 2
Hotspurs Gold v Twin City Q2
Hotspurs Black v Diamonds 3 Q5
Hotspurs Quest v Boomers Q8
*Hotspurs 9s v United White Q7
9 Years
11.55 am Game 1
Hotspurs Gold v Twin City Q1
1.10 pm Game 2
Hotspurs Gold v Diamonds 2 Q3
10 Years
1.50 pm Game 1
Hotspurs Gold v Myrtleford H4
Hotspurs Black v United Green H7
3.30 pm Game 2
Hotspurs Gold v Heart H4
Hotspurs Black v St Pats H1
11 Years
2.40 pm Game 1
Hotspurs v Yackandandah H1
4.20 pm Game 2
Hotspurs v Twin City H2
Please return your shirts to your coach at the end as this is our last game.
Neal Kelly from Parkway productions will be at Willow park filming & taking photo’s of the day and interviewing kids and parents to be used for AWFA advertising and social media pages.
If you don’t consent for your child or children to participate please advise one of our coordinators ASAP.
Please check updates on Teamapp, Facebook and our website.
Notification on Team App
For more information please call;
Aidan Kilroy – 0410 676 282
Wayne Davies – 0477 872 410
All Abilities
To play on Grand Final Day 15 September
Completed:
- 23 June, successfully completed. See the Facebook video here.
- 28 July, this Sunday
- 11 August. Our final session Facebook video for 2019.
We had a chat with Karren (Albury-Wodonga Football Association), Charlotte (Football NSW), Chelsea (Albury United Soccer Club) and Aidan (Albury Hotspurs) about the All Abilities day, the future of All Abilities in our region and some exciting news for All Abilities on Grand Final Day!
#football4all See the Facebook video here.
For more information please,
Contact: Aidan Kilroy 0410 676 282
Or email Hotspurs Secretary
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CLUB SHOP
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STOCK CLUB WEAR
Please email if you are interested in purchasing any of the below (limited) stock items.
Purchase/Delivery can be arranged through Kelvin via email.
Jackets $35
- Men’s XS(2), S(3), 2XL(1), 3XL(1).
- Ladies, L8(1), L10(1).
- Kids, K14(1).
Polos $30
- Men’s, S(2), 3XL(1).
- Ladies,
- Kids, K6(1), K8(2), K10(2), K12(1), K14(1), K16(1).
Caps (WOW Trucker cap) $15
Scarves $20
Neck Tie $25
Junior Encouragement Awards
We are currently seeking interest from the current and new businesses who would like to supply/support our junior members with awards for this season 2019.
We would like to thank and acknowledge these businesses for their support.
Match Reports
Div.1 Men v Boomers lost 1 – 7
We were outclassed today by a very well polished structured outfit who took almost every chance they were given. Only real highlight was our goal which was really well done with Jacob Schreiber coming down the right putting in a nice low cross for Harrison Heath to finish off nicely. Jon Cochrane despite all the goals had another solid game and continue his fine form over the last month.
Div.2 Men
Div.2 Women
Over 35s
Div.3 Men
16 Boys
16 Girls
14 Boys
14 Girls
13 Boys v Boomers lost 1 – 5
Second on the ladder, Boomers are a tough opponent, and like many times before, we were able to stick with them for most of the game. We had more opportunities in the first half but couldn’t capitalise. Daisy snuck in a ripper strike at the start of the second half, which made us square, but from then on they managed to beat us with speed in defence, which is something we can work on for the finals. Great games from Al and Darcy up front and Sam had a great one in defence.
Goal: Daisy
12 Boys v Boomers won 14 – 0
Today we met an undermanned Boomers outfit. Although the scores reflect a very one sided game, I was happy that the team were not too selfish in their approach and played the ball in the passing game that we train for. We rotated our players that play multiple games to give all others extra time on the field.
Great to see Billy, Josh and Isaiah hitting the target at the right time of the season. Building nicely for the finals.
Goals: Billy x4, Isaiah x4, Josh x 3, Zavier x1, Elisha x 1, Will x 1
12 Girls v Melrose won 3 – 0
A great team effort from all the girls in very cold and soggy conditions. The Spurs dominated possession with impressive team play across the park – probably their best for the year.
Some match highlights – Rylee’s classy ball skills and adept passes putting teammates into space, Isla seemingly popping up wherever the ball was and controlling the midfield, and Elisha’s individual efforts leading to a couple of spectacular goals – one a left foot cracker.
A great result for the girls. Goals to Rylee and Elisha (2).
Big thanks to Ava and Seanna for being in goals – another clean sheet.
Special mention and awards go to Isla, Elisha, Rylee and Sophia for their impressive contributions during the match. Thanks to House of Trends, Urban Graze and Muffin Break for providing the awards.
Match reports and newsletter information
Please email all match reports, photos and Hotspurs news to info@alburyhotspurs.com.au by Tuesday morning at 9am.