Registrations for Season 2012

Online Registration:

There is a new online registration system that has been introduced this season.  Your online registrations will now be done via the FFA website: Myfootballclub.com.au. For this process you will need your FFA number and password, which you will receive in the mail in the next week along with instructions on how to register.

New Player registrations:

If you do not wish to register online, you can come up to Lionel Watts clubhouse on registration day 29th January to register. If you are registering for any age group from U10's upwards you will need to bring a copy of your Birth Certificate or Passport, and also have your photo taken.  Under 6 to Under 9's do not require this.

Dual registrations:

If you would like to Dual register for the Mixed and Girls comp, you can register online for the mixed, and then come up to the clubhouse to Dual register for the Girls comp and pay the Dual registration fee.

Returning players not registering online:

If you don't register online you will need to come up to the clubhouse and complete the necessary FFA forms so that you can be registered.

Family Discount

As in previous years Wakehurst Football Club are offering the family discount. If you are registering online you can register up to 4 players in the one family and receive the discount online by choosing any of the following:

Family Discount 1 – 2nd Player

Family Discount 2 – 3rd Player

Family Discount 3 – 4th Player

To receive the discount for the 5th player, you will need to register this player at the clubhouse on registration day, as we are not able to enter this into the online system. Please remember that the 5th registered player will be the youngest in the family.

If you have any questions in relation to the above please contact our Club Registrar Joyce Taylor either via email joycetaylor6@bigpond.com or mobile 0414 776 290

Junior Position Available

Hello Tigers

Are you 15 or 16 years of age?

Fun loving and enthusiastic?

Would like to learn how to make ‘real’ coffee?

Looking for a bit of extra pocket money?

Do you have spare time on Saturdays or Sundays?

If so then we may have a job for you.

Wakehurst has two new canteen Managers this season, Suzy Lill (Haywood)will be in charge at Hews Parade and Nick Kelaher will be running Lionel Watts.

Both Suzy and Nick need to recruit some young Wakehurst talent to help them in 2012.

If you are interested or know somebody who might be please contact them directly on Suzy Lill 0412 151412 suzyhaywood@hotmail.com or Nick Kelaher 0458 225513 thecoffeegrove@live.com.au

Please act quickly as we will need people at Lionel from Sunday 5th Feb and at Hews from Friday 10th Feb.

Cheers

Drew Benjamin 0411 406366

Wakehurst FC Pre Season Dates for 2012

Premier League: Starts January 10th (Tuesday). NEW PLAYERS WELCOME! For details, please contact Mike Taylor on 0412 713 865

AL1s: Starts January 10th (Tuesday) 7pm - 8:30pm. Pre Season will be run on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same place, same time. For more info, contact Jeff Sheard on 0417 225 267. Start up squad, all trialists welcome.

U14s, U15s U16s and U18s (in 2012): Starts January 10th (Tuesday) 6:30 - 8pm. Pre Season will run both Tuesday's and Thursday's. For details, please contact David Brennan on 0400 664 408

U12s and U13s (in 2012). Starts January 10th (Tuesday) from 5 - 6:30pm. Focus is on skills development. Pre Season will be run on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the time's mentioned above. For further information, please contact Nick Susko on 0403 951 371.

Senior Women Pre Season Training 2012

Senior Womens - 2012 AL1s squad

All senior Women considering playing in the AL1's start up squad for 2012 are welcome to lace up their boots and attend pre-season training on Saturday, 14th, 21st and 28th January from 6-7pm. For more information contact Jeff Sheard on 0417 225 267 or jeffsheard@mac.com

Senior Womens - 2012 W18's

All W18's-eligible players are also welcome to join the Womens AL1s for pre-season training sessions,  Saturday 14th, 21st and 28th January from 6-7pm. Contact Jeff Sheard on 0417 225 267 or jeffsheard@mac.com for more information.

Jeff Sheard Coaching Director VP Junior Women Wakehurst FC

New All Age 1s squads for both Womens and Mens at Wakehurst in 2012

In an exciting new development for the club this year, we're calling on all eligible players to trial for a new AL1s squad in both the Womens and Mens competitions for the coming seasons (place see advertised time and locations for pre-season training on this website).

Whilst the rationale and objectives in creating AL1s squads are similar in both cases, there are also some differences. Our new Communications and Media Manager Nick Susko asked Club Coaching Director, Jeff Sheard about this latest development at WFC :

Q: Jeff, why has an AL1 squad in both Womens and Mens been created at WFC? A: Well, our committee, and in particular Drew Benjamin (President), Michael Taylor (VP Senior Mens) Dave Brennan (VP, Youth) and Danny LeMoy (VP Senior Womens) are really excited by the fact that these AL1s squads are coming together at Wakehurst this year. It's been a gap for a few years now in our club, and we see AL1s as a really important stepping stone for up and coming younger players that aspire to develop into Premier League players. In addition, AL1s works really well for those that may have played at a Premier League level or similar for many years, and are now stepping back, as age, injury or family commitments dictate, yet still wish to play at a good level. The AL1 competition provides the opportunity for players to continue developing and playing at a great standard and also provide vital mentoring for our stars of the future on their path to footballing fun and success.

Q: What's happening with the Womens AL1 squad ? A: As you know, we've not had a Womens Premier League squad for a few years now, and for a proud and competitive club like Wakehurst FC, it's just not right !! We've had outstanding success with our Junior Womens teams over the years and also had some great players in years gone by playing Premier League, Manly United and others, who would love to come back and play at a good standard with their beloved Tigers. Therefore, with the influx of new Junior talent from our W18's and potential for senior, experienced players coming back, we feel the time is right to build a strong AL1s squad to challenge for a spot in Premier League in the next few years.

Q: And what's the latest on the search for a Coach for the Womens AL1 squad ? A: Firstly, I should mention that Donna Stuart has agreed to again coach our W18/1 team and continue developing the skills of players coming through and generating a pipeline of talent - a vital role at the club ! For our AL1s squad, we're casting the net wide and far - you'll see adds running in the Manly Daily - and speaking to potential candidates over the next 4 weeks with a view to locking in the best Coach available in time for trials. We want to be as professional and well-prepared as possible for this venture, and the WFC committee fully supports this role, in a manner similar to our Men's Premier League squad.

Q: And what about the pre-season for the Womens AL1s ? A: While we're in the process of recruiting a coach, we want to give prospective players the opportunity to lace up the boots and have a run, so we've convened the first session for Saturday 14th January from 6-7pm at Hews Parade. It should be noted that this isn't a trial, but rather an opportunity for a kick-around - we realise some players will still be away on holidays etc. This is also an opportunity for us to keep everyone in the loop on progress regarding coach, process going forward etc.

Q: Sounds good, now you've got the Mens AL1s Coaching gig - what's the story here ? A: Very similar to the Womens, except obviously we have a strong Premier League squad already in place. The fact is that we still have very strong Junior boys players coming through, many of whom could perhaps play at PL standard, except for the fact that we can only grade the best 30 or so players into the WFC PLs squad. In the past, we've lost some great young players to other clubs for this reason, and an AL1s team gives these players the opportunity to play with Wakehurst, to play at a good standard, and to continue to develop their skills and strength. I've worked closely with Mike Taylor (VP Senior Mens) and Paul Juergens (PLs Coach) on the plan for AL1s. In addition, I'm absolutely rapt that Club legends Justin Rainbird and Ed Fong have put their hand up to be a part of building and developing this squad - their years of Premier League experience, skills and personality give us a sensational foundation to build on.

Q: Ok, so, what will your approach be to the Mens AL1s comp and the squad ? A: Well, firstly we have to get through the pre-season and trials over the coming months, and make sure we're coordinating with PL trials to ensure players get a fair shot at both. Our first training run is on the Tuesday 10th at 7pm at Hews Pde, the same time as PLs, but I'm working with Mike Taylor to vary that so players can get to both if they wish. We're also working on a fast and efficient PL grading process so players and coaches get an early indication of which squad they are best suited to trial for and focus on. In terms of the AL1s trials I'll be looking for players with sound technical abilities (control, passing etc) and good decision-making to enable a fast, possession-based, attacking style of football. I also believe strong discipline, high work ethic and fitness are required at this level. In fact, I assure you we'll be well-prepared for the season start in terms of fitness, skills, teamwork / team- balance - the aim from there will be, like most teams, to win as consistently as possible, but most importantly to develop as individuals and a squad, and to enjoy our football !

Q: Great, anything else to add ? A: Only that if there any questions from prospective players or club members, please feel free to email me on jeffsheard@mac.com or call direct on 0417 225 267.

Online Registration for 2012

Online registrations in 2012 will be done through the FFA's MyFootballClub online registration system. Details to follow shortly.

R I P FLOYDY

Dear Club Members

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of former Club President and Life Member, Bryan Floyd.

Bryan passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening after a 4 year battle with Motor Neurone Disease and our thoughts and prayers are with Bryan's incredible wife Chris and their children, Daniel, Robert & Marissa.

He will be greatly missed.

Family and friends are warmly invited to celebrate Bryan's life in the North Chapel, Northern Suburbs Crematorium, Delhi Road, North Ryde on Friday 30th December 2011 at 1.15pm.

Donations to the Motor Neurone Disease Association NSW can be made in envelopes available at the Chapel.

Regards Drew Benjamin

PREMIER LEAGUE PRE SEASON TRAINING and TRIALS

WFC Premier League & AL1 Squad Trials for 2012 will commence on Tuesday 10th January.  

All Current & new players welcome.

Please contact Coach  Paul Juergens on 0431 503 014 or Michael Taylor on 0412 713 865 for more information.

Message from the President December 2011

Hello Tigers, I hope you’re all having a nice break.

With the Summer holiday’s about to start and with Christmas only a week away I guess that means it’s time to start thinking about football again, sorry but you know you love it.

Rego day is only six weeks away, AAAAAAAGH! on Sunday January 29th, all info on the season, fees and how to register will be up on our website soon, www.wakehurst.com.au

I am thrilled to announce a new committee member, Nick Susko, who has become our ‘Communications and Media Manager’ for the 2012 season.

Below is a message from him regarding his plans to enhance and improve our ways of communicating with you next season.

So again enjoy the festive season, check out the web site and watch out for our new brochure in the mail which will be sent in January.

Merry Christmas, regards

Drew Benjamin (President Wakehurst FC)

0411 406366

Message from our Media Manager

Hello everyone

We're getting more involved than ever before with social media in 2012.

We're looking to relay more information to you via Facebook and twitter to keep you updated with what is happening at the club. News on registrations, grading days and wet weather will all be relayed to you via Facebook, as well as new features such as player profiles, coaches profiles, match reports and photos from some games during the season.

Currently, we're the 2nd largest amateur football page around, so we'd like all of you to jump on board by liking our page! Click on the link below:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wakehurst-FC/215799478438236 - Facebook

http://twitter.com/#!/Wakehurst_FC - Twitter

Regards

Nick Susko

Wakehurst FC Communications and Media Manager